#digitaledchat Archive
#digitaledchat is a global twitter chat that covers almost everything and anything to do with modern learning, educational technology and learning spaces. Contributors are often from all over the world and new participants are always welcome to take part!
Monday August 22, 2016
Great to have everyone on deck. tonight. Remember all voices are equal as long as they're heard on . https://t.co/yyYqIdFTpj
Great to have you with us! .
Good evening Multitasking by watching Toy Story 2 at the same time. Some interesting philosophical questions raised here
Hi Viv, thanks for the support! .
Good on you! AWESOME multi-tasking! .
Here for some in between cooking dinner and watching Survivor!
Hello :) Melanie from Tauranga here
I'm multitasking - dinner - study - twitter !
Wow, I'm like the only not multi-tasking! LOL Hi Joanna! .
. tony from welly here another brilliant day in the best little capital city in the world (ok NZ then) Marking & reports due 2
Mollie here from Columbus, Ohio. Good morning to you all! It's 5:00 a.m. here in the Buckeye state😀.
Welcome as always Tony, Wgtn does rock as a city! .
Hi watching RHOA and feeling a little sick, thank goodness I'm not high society
I was trying to write a job application but think that I’ll put that on hold for lol
Great to have you with us! Awesome support. .
Hi there, Charlotte from Porirua dropping in!
Hi there, Anna here. Will be intermittent this evening.
LOL. Welcome Wendy, it might the programme you're watching. .
Left wlug meeting early for . Did talk on history of linux
Mr. D. here checking in from Japan at a democratic learning environment.
Myles, DP/Classroom Teacher from Parts Unknown, South Taranaki. Revitalised after last weeks pass.
Wow, great to have one of my original inspirations with us!
Anthony here from Korea. Ready to learn. First time on .
Hi . Patricia here from Auckland NZ.
Lots of peeps from Welly 👏 --
Jump on in, my friend, wow what a global tonight!
. A1 anyone in education who will chat on a regular basis to support my teaching & learning and let me help them if they want
Welcome as always Patricia
A1: Anyone who will help in sharing ideas.
Great to have you with us!
Hey Angela from Akl sorting PD sessions for next month so may be a little slow tonight.
Evening from North Canterbury
A1 An EdTech Learning community is one where ideas are shared so that everyone can improve their practice
A1, A community of learners (Ts and Sts) that view tech as more than just a tool to move learning & understanding forward.
Always looking forward to a great chat and learning with you all
A1 a bunch of lone nuts who gain support, sustenance and stamina from sharing the tears, trials and tribulations of teaching
A1 I guess, based on the group here, an edtech learning community can be one without borders!
Yes - would that extend to that old chestnut about the Caretaker/Cleaners being the best people for advice
Great post William, love the "open" reference! A1
A1 supportive group of learners prepared to take risks and challenge status quo
A1: colleagues who collaborate and support each other to enhance student learning and understanding w/ tech.
Adam from Sunshine Coast
A1 is relevant and engaged blended learning.
checking in from Christchurch - often lurk glad to join tonight
It's all down to the brilliant participants! #
Yes even those amongst us not near civilization can be relevant
Welcome as always, jump on in!
Evening - Steph from Akld - sick and only partially onto it
I'm thinking it could be, hoping no impressionable young minds are glued to the screen
Q1 anyone you 'connect' with that pushes thoughts and boundaries and causes reflective process
Q1: Sharing, Learning, Being Openminded and Inquisitive...
Hi Adam, welcome and great post!
A1 Anyone with an educated air who will listen, learn and try and help find support & learning through social media like us
A1: A go 2 place wider than my physical reality could provide for communication & insight in2 educational practise. 22/8/16
A1: Collaboration, bringing down classroom walls, learning together, learning with and from others
Risk-taking is so necessary and welcome as always! A1
LOL. Can't believe it's on two nights!
A1 Edtech community - local and globally connected learners communicating to support and challenge learning
A1 actually our caretaker is the heart soul and wisdom of our place and teh one with finger on pulse of all things
Great post! LOve the ideas of collaboration and support-KEY A1
A1: an where you inspire and support each other to make teaching and learning better
A1: An egalitarian community in which all members define their own learning goals, and all aspects of how they use edtech.
A1: Learning at own place and pace with support of a PLN
Hi Vipula, great to have you on deck.
A1 a place where cooperation, collaboration, challenging , supporting happens
Yes I've had some amazing learning conversations with the people who know the School inside out. Esp. when start
A1 and the cleaners see all hear all access all & clean up the mess we make in the lab, lives and learning places
I think egalitarian is so important. We are all leaders in the same boat
A1: Working together both locally and globally. Breaking down the 4 classroom walls mentality.
Hi Sophie from chch, A1 creativity, collaboration & challenges
A1group not restricted by distance or time, supporting members to push boundaries. Passionate learners generous with ideas
There is no risk taking in anymore.
It's now just send nature, life and learning.
Your egalitarian reference is so important valid for consistent and collective gains IMO. #
A1 unsure - guess it's context dependent which means the variables change
A1 - learning communities that use, prototype and criticise tech tools in edu. A community that looks 4 the nxt disruption
A2 The support network - learning from and helping each other.
Thanks. My cards are all on the table: I work at a democratic school.
glad to have made it and looking forward to more connections
A2. Learning! More brains more knowledge!
Welcome Sophie, love the mention of "challenges" often not mentioned! A1
A1) Good evening from NZ! From first impressions, this is an enviro open to sharing knowledges, resources and info
A1 - one beggar showing another beggar where to find bread......
Couldn't agree more Tony. Happy work place is one that just hums on all cylinders and all levels
A1 a group of lone wolves finding a friendly wolf pack, sharing ideas, in a digital and collaborative environment!
Welcome Georgia, all equal here!
A2 Being part of an edtech learning community makes finding support easier, makes you feel less like an outcast
A2 Cross pollination of skills, knowledge and talents.
A2: More brains, more ideas, more expertise, more creativity and education innovation. Better outcomes for the students.
A2 inspiration, conversation, always someone who knows or can point you in the right direction. Aspirational, shared vision
Love it. Welcome Mark! A2
A2: Time and geographic constraints can be minimized
Great post Rob and welcome! A1
A1 as teachers go and leave, support staff can stay on for decades then 30 - 40 years with institutional memory & deep wisdom
My edtech current () and past () are supports that encourage me to try new things, take new risks.
A2) Developing myself as a teacher to benefit my learners, as well as contributing to the wider profession of education!
Interesting Adam, why do you think there's no risk taking anymore?
A2 - being able to Beg, Borrow, Steal.
All from like-minded, creative people. Not just resources but ideas
think you've captured the magic of this community well Wendy, anytime - anywhere learning and support
A2, My edtech current () & past () are supports that encourage me to try new things, take new risks.
What kind of activities do u use to bring down the walls ? https://t.co/x4LzyEAR2h
A1: Collaboration, bringing down classroom walls, learning together, learning with and from others
totally, makes your normal and my normal and everyone else's normal normal
Adam love that terminology! Cross pollination of https://t.co/6WYnuucAVa
A2 Cross pollination of skills, knowledge and talents.
A2 being able to support and be supported by students and colleagues at school or globally
A2: It inspires you to be the best by getting you working with other like minded people despite distance
LOL. Some will never make it to their own and their students' detriment IMO.
A2. If you've got a tribe you're less likely to annoy your friends and family with your wacky edtech ideas.
Hahaha. I love this analogy (metaphor?). Exactly how it feels like some times
A2 inspiration, challenge, makes your brain hurt at times, support
A2: Having passionate people to bounce ideas off (and be a sounding board for). Such great discussions and ideas
My sentiments exactly and welcome. That's why I started !
Yes and colleagues in other locations, my PLN can usually save me if Im having a terrible day
A2 Everything is always up to date and relevant
is now trending in New Zealand, ranking 2
A2 keeping up with the play & learning alongside others fail safe
It is about staying relevant isn't it?
A2: you don't have to do it all alone, someone within the community is always there to provide an answer or share a resource
A2 able to reach a diverse range of educators & learn from each of them customise own learning (sorry I'm late to chat)
or maybe a realization that there is no normal? and being ok with that
A2) Bringing brains together from around the globe!
I love having others who get excited about nerdy teaching things with me instead of giving me weird looks
'pen-pals' with teenagers in France for my reluctant writers. recently
A2 ability to spark innovation and edupreneurism o
A2: working smarter, not harder.
Shot Heather. Love the idea of sounding boards! A2
A2: Keeping my head up - so important 2 support each other
Yes! An optional support network that we call on when convenient, not a formal meeting we have to attend.
yep, no stupid questions...though would love to know how to get my bitmoji onto twitter feed (1 stupid qus)
Q2: Benefits are there are no borders, have access to like-minded & accomplished people using digital tech for education
Keen to explain edupreneurism? BTW Welcome!
hi from Steven in Sunny Perth. A2: always good to find something new to try or a new way of thinking about things
A2: Depends on what constitutes community mentioned in A1. If top down, for example, or if all stakeholders are truly equal.
Awesome Joel, you know sometimes other staff etc don't get 'it' and wonder why you get so into it
Great point, no borders least of all the barriers we self-construct! A2
people who share your passion and enthusiasm for learning!
But annoying everyone around me is part of the fun! :D
A2 a place for lone nuts to go 'nuts' together ;)
A2" Having international expertise as support within minutes. , , My go to place!
Hi Steh - u should be in bed looking after yourself ! https://t.co/th8OHpnQ7k
Evening - Steph from Akld - sick and only partially onto it
Welcome Steven! Please send some sun to here in AKL
Welcome Steven! Please send some sun to here in AKL
Edupreneurship! Love the expression! Wow, that's an empowering expression. https://t.co/ONdX55NHeX
A2 ability to spark innovation and edupreneurism o
good point. More like everyone's normal is fine and by mixing bits of their normal makes your normal better
She can go to bed...at 10pm! Great support
yes that global perspective is so useful, a glimpse into others' practice to inspire - try something different
I felt so isolated before twitter. Ts at my school are great, but not necessarily passionate about the same things
...and to be both supported and challenged by learners and teachers who may not think just like me
Nice Wendy, Ts can't pretend or try to be someone else!
A2 Someone to listen to, take advice from, learn, friendship, caring community collaboration people who help me when i'm down
so important (it's nice to take nights off sometimes)
Hi John and a great point well-made. Welcome to
It's my job to help teachers to get it. No teacer likes change but everyone likes improvement. You got to sell it
Welcome Joel. You're right, those in the know do have to be salespeople to an extent!
I see edupreneurship as Ts taking the lead to craft understanding & blend skills to create learning.
Yes and if people you work with dont get it then others will.
A2 Wisdom of the staff room, village elders, community stalwarts, free independent mentors, carers, advisors, objective, 24/7
My previous school was awesome for this. But as a reliever, I feel isolated so twitter and help!
Gerat clarification, I'll nick this one!
A2: I ♥️ “community” level of organisation ＞ “school”/“citizen” level. Participation shld be based on desire, nt obligation.
Isn't it fantastic! It is like having a staff room thought provoking chat in your lounge
Yes you've got to be open to it. Im always looking for people who are online who do things better than me!
You can throw a question or idea out into the twitterverse and so many people are willing and excited to help
This is awesome, the idea is that no T is left behind!
And just geninue interest to hear stories and thoughts from other cultures and experiences!
Welcome Sir, great point. If we all think the same, IMO progress becomes static or empty! A2
A2 reading quality insights/answers and finding new people to follow!
Thanks for the connection Martin, appreciate the follow from another educator thanks to and
something like the very best peanut butter in the universe filled with chunky bits and smooth bits and gold
Late joining A2. Learning from others. For sure
A2 worldwide knowledge from a teaching ranges of age stage countries free 24/7 online no travel, acc, registration instant PD
A3 sometimes not possible to explain a scenario in 140 characters esp if no links available
sometimes the information is too much. Feel like I am in the midst of a firehose and cannot keep up
what's cool about 's point is that edtech are the promoters of this ownership. again, love the visual
Oh! No chance to get a part time? I gave up being a Spanish teacher for that reason
I'm in bed! Not functioning on all cylinders but all good supporting Stu!
Late...! No worries, great to have you on deck!
A2 benefits just in time support - time and distance no barrier -across cultures & geographies,
You're still supersmart! #
A3) Distractions from other things, procrasitnation...
A3: More of a general sociological question. A1 will determine this. 1 important aspect is being free to join, free to leave.
we need to embrace our disagreements in a positive way
Q3 FOMO and poor self esteem cos other people are so very, very clever
A3. There's a real chance of creating an echo chamber. I've been tempted to unfollow those I disagree with. That's a mistake.
A3 there's a disadvantage?? perhaps getting too absorbed in community and not doing pointless paperwork :)
Not here in Tauranga … but looking for full-time work for 2017 and will probably need to move (again)
A2 Like instant PD on any topic from the best in th world with objective, international literate thinking mentors & wise ones
Well put Michael, debate learning, pedagogy but not the person!
We are lucky we have the PLN's in Twitter or FB
Q2 Great to connect with educators who share innovative practice
A brilliant answer! https://t.co/7mzUWn5ilP
A3: More of a general sociological question. A1 will determine this. 1 important aspect is being free to join, free to leave.
A3, edtech can be overwhelming, seen as a challenge over an opportunity, or just plain hard to work with.
yeah agreed. Tonight is particularly crazy. Good crazy though!
true didn't think of it that way. Important to be able to explain position and see from another perspective
Great example A2 anywhere anytime ! Get well soon https://t.co/S8Bh5zY7ap
I'm in bed! Not functioning on all cylinders but all good supporting Stu!
Nice Pauline, stops us from feeling alone, isolated in terms of .
A3: difficult one to answer as I've only had positive exps but guess at times maybe a face to face conversation wild be good
This week is super exciting in my class due to activities
A3) Lack of knowledge and experience, fear you cannot bring useful stuff to the table
A3. NBN needed! Access is a issue! Confidence of tech!
I've yet to answer a q! Love it. The power of awesome Ts sharing!
A3 Disadvantages could be too much info flying around. Need to learn to filter, choose what's best for your Ss
A3 - the benefits and disadvantages are linked. An online community means face-to-face conversations are limited
A2: Hearing the perspectives of others. Finding life outside the bubble.
A3 Your commitment to the cause can intimidate and put off others who give up.
Nice Mark, some Ts have all the will in the world but legitimate access issues! A3
A3 distraction by the shiny. The danger that as a result innovation becomes scatty and isn't sustained and embedded.
A3b, death by Google Forms... :)
which could lead onto collaborative projects between classes and great when u meet face to face at conferences
A3 is their a disadvantage to an edtech PLC?
A3 Disadv of online edtech communities are: echo chambers, groupthink, eng lang, time zoned, trolls?, depth? range? 140 chars
Nice point, we must consider the local and F2F!
You got to take it in small bites. Same way that you eat an elephant.
I think it just seems like that. Deep down, none of us knows what we're doing. It's all the art of bs at its finest
A3 things moving so quickly! too many things to explore. how do I know where to go 1st?
Excellent post, one that hadn't occurred to me! A3
A3 Disadv of onlineedtech communities are how do you shrink a lifetime of learning into 140 characters amongst a twt blizzard
Hahaha! I guess not doing the paperwork COULD get you in trouble....
So true its a case of information overload.Need to teach Ss to be discerning & apply source reliability tests
The questions keep coming, while I'm still trying to read everyone's answers!
you are one of my inspirations, when I grow up digitally I want to be just like you
yes. Or doesn't put them off but gives them an excuse to leave it to the 'expert'
U are the most important person here First years see things the rest of us don't. Fresh eyes are so important.
A3: Disconnect between our real and virtual selves. Am I willing to let the real me become the virtual me, and vice versa?
A3 Disadv of online edtech communities are:Glibness, ephemeral nature of tweets, lack of emoticons, no face to face, no video
Thanks. Even yesterday I was badgering someone on this chat for digital help :)
Welcome to ! You're doing awesome, are you using tweetdeck?
Welcome to ! You're doing awesome, are you using tweetdeck?
Welcome to ! You're doing awesome, are you using tweetdeck?
It's getting me in trouble, full time in the classroom = piles of to do paper...argh
A3: Being intimidated by people who only share positives. Need to be open about teaching - the highlights and the struggles
Hopefully meaning opportunity for travel for myself and student interaction across the world!
I really like this post! Nice and welcome
Yes, I l follow the best people poss so that I can always look up to them!
I don't really want to grow up. I'm still 10 at heart. (but maybe that's the secret?)
Yes time zones get to me, cant get the timing right :0) & hard to share in depth with 140 chars.Lang barriers too
A3. As growth continues! Groupings of communities could become problematic?
Most of the time I really struggle to write what I want to say in 140 characters!
but with more online contacts there are more possibilities for f2f conversations
A3 Can lose the personal touch a bit
GREAT point, it is a unique experience meeting awesome online colleagues in the flesh! #
A3 Disadv of online edtech communities are:those with the tome and energy and tech to tweet may not be those most aware, wise
Nice stuff Jen and welcome!
Yes and I think the digital, then the f2f are the best connections possible
We are united in our ignorance. So when we discover something, it's only good manners to share it!
as well as fresh eyes also bring the most recent research, pedagogy & links to youth
A3: Lose sight of learning outcome for paying attention to tech
Late...again. Online communities of prac - incred. powerful if done well. My MTchg research. https://t.co/czpF8vAJGk
A3 maybe an inability to collaborate/or see the reason could be a barrier
good point...edtech not just mastery of task, process, or device.... Also about mastery of self
curiosity and unfailing optimism are my tool kit, still a kid at heart
oh I agree! Often people's classroom appear utopian! Can make you think they never have failures!
Nice point Heather. I've had more F2F connections via twitter than any other way in last year.
Agree Myles always support somewhere :-) it's just a case of reaching out https://t.co/7nJrC0MKSg
Yes and colleagues in other locations, my PLN can usually save me if Im having a terrible day
Results in performance orientation.Have to self-check for masks- ensure we share who we r & not what people what.
Arrgghhh I've almost missed it AGAIN -sorry I'm late
yeah paperwork the pointless kind not fun.. I have to set a time and about twenty reminders :)
Great point, is this therefore slowing our advance then?
A3 Disadv of online edtech communities are: we hear see & learn what we want from others but miss what we don't know wont see
A3 there is a need to filter, just take what you need. You can always get more later or save what is interesting.
Deep respect for 's tweet. In one sense, the students are the real tech experts!!! https://t.co/SnVqaDbJ8Z
I think it just seems like that. Deep down, none of us knows what we're doing. It's all the art of bs at its finest
yes, it's lovely to share those eureka moments
sorry I'm late, a2 it provides opertunities to see new ideas and improve your own practice
Yes and looking worldwide for inspiration or ways to do things better and challenge yourself.
No worries Jo, you're up to speed tonight...no-one's keeping up!
Tweetdeck will change your life!
A3: Hopefully the edtech community will be constituted such that the outmoded binary of “online/offline” will be collapsed.
Successful online CoPs are a blend of online & f2f. Apologies for tardiness :)
So true. Communication becomes impersonal and limited to only an hour. Hint :)
I need help now: How to quote a tweet (in tweetdeck) so that original tweet is in a box below mine?
isn't it amazing, have had several mysteries solved that way
Welcome as always! Opportunities are everywhere when we open our eyes! #
A4: Twitter and people who use decent chats.
yes and follow #'s you are interested in to cut out the noise
A3 Disadv of online edtech communities are:the nature of chats, the speed, the thread, the time to see, think, feel be ponder
a3. That students can find answers without working through the process
I think you click retweet, and then quote tweet? Maybe...
No probs! I think the blended learning will soon become pre-eminent in schools I hope!
Got to be down with the kids! I do find being young helps heaps in the classroom
Yes. All expert LEARNERS welcome. Terminal experts? Not so much.
Joining this party late. Greetings Tweachers. Tenā koutou katoa from the Waikato.
Yep https://t.co/CnIfqEmqEX
I need help now: How to quote a tweet (in tweetdeck) so that original tweet is in a box below mine?
Awesome point Chris and welcome!
A3 knowing where to start and having the courage to find tech that rings true to your practice
A4 The opportunity to challenge and question without being critical
A4; When you share success and mistakes (don't like word failure) all leads to learning
You mean like this? https://t.co/5w3x0datR4
I need help now: How to quote a tweet (in tweetdeck) so that original tweet is in a box below mine?
People sharing without judgment,without bias & without expectation of returns. Unconditional support.
have you used tweetdeck? https://t.co/t7NRiyhPvw
The questions keep coming, while I'm still trying to read everyone's answers!
It's all about being honest & respectful perhaps?
Agree - it certainly helped break the ice when you met someone new at the conference
A wonderful post! Welcome to
A4: People who aren't afraid to share ideas, to help others or lead them in the right direction if they don't have an answer.
A4 trust, open mind, positivity & shared vision
A4 honesty, laughter, shared learning, shared passion and aspiration to be the best and do the best for our kids
A3 features of a strong edtech communities are: great moderation, questions, devil's advocates, challenges, tweets that think
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A4: The ability to question, to disagree and seek different opinions. And to be comfortable with doing so. Questions are good
A4 A strong edtech community features: non-judgemental people, time for them to interact. That's probably it imo
A1. My definition of an Edtech Community? Teachers who use technology to enhance educational experiences & shares this.
A4 supportive, open ability to look past the boundaries to see the possibilities-a 'not yet' approach as opposed to 'not eva'
A4: professional & respectful, treating each other as you would if face to face, sharing relevant and tried and tested tools
What Michael said https://t.co/QMyiOkMe7S
I need help now: How to quote a tweet (in tweetdeck) so that original tweet is in a box below mine?
Nice I think more and more we need to develop the person over the teacher and student A4
also had a similar exp when travelled o/s saw places/pple otherwise inaccessible
Yeah i am a might owl So this aspect helps :P Some say vampire ...
laughter. that's a good trait that is often forgotten as an expectations for tech tools... fun is another.
Thanks Stuart - I have ranging from the four corners of the globe
it's the power of the collective efficacy
a4 it provides an opportunity for collaboration so everyone benefits
suggests we don't see what we don't expect to see.
How might we radically disrupt so we start to notice?
we all learn from each other. I work closely with BT & she inspires me
A4 ppl who aren't precious about their ideas - willing to accept challenge, explain, hear ideas. Ppl who share
Brilliant, got to stand up for what one believes in! A4
Likewise I spent a week in Singapore last week and got to meet f2f which was great
A4 - Definately the global element. Widening my horizons and those of my pupils. Making to world a smaller place
I like those terms (as far as I understand them). Not a fan of terminal experts
A2. Knowing that others are having similar experiences to you,knowing that the community is a sharing one, learning new stuff
A4) Love, passion and a commitment to being the best you can be for our beautiful akonga and their futures!
Just waking up to find taking place. Can I join in?
A4 powerful positive PLNs. Reciprocal sharing of resources and knowledge
What I love best about the pwr of the online communities and the collaborative power of knowl. bldg. https://t.co/V3j6Ay4jGo
A4 Great communities feature: patience tolerance, diversity, wonder, equality, wisdom, action, appropriate behavior rules
A3 Perishables, costs and resources can be taxing.
Nice, can't leave anyone behind unless they're completely unwilling. A4
A4. Shared Global Empathetic Vision of Future!
Doesn’t seem to work in tweetdeck for me. Ah well … still learning!
A4: Needs to be supportive, passionate and welcoming to newbies!
That should read night owl .... not might owl LOL though i might really be an owl ;p
A4 sharing. Focus on pedagogy and sound practice. Supportive. Willingness to learn. Student outcomes & welfare central
I think so, we have a soft skills curric now delivered through STEAM. Loving it and loving the change in kids
A4: Do things for the sake of learning of everyone involved including ss
We’re not failing. We are modelling learning. ☺️
Q4: Features of a strong edtech learning community is that it is regular, relevant and provides rigorous conversation!
A4 vibrant, active, supportive, equal, critical friends
I love and appreciate having a 'sparring' partner/group to bounce things off -makes the road less lonely esp when Unchartered
Likewise, amazing how we're dealing with similar but no exact problems.
yes those who are not afraid to ask when they are not sure
the last few months since I've use twitter properly have been eye opening for me
A4: always presuming positive intentions and realizing that people are taking risks by sharing thoughts. Be supportive.
A connected community that generates new knowledge through synthesis of views expressed in dialogue
I think positivity has a huge part to play!
A4 strong edtech learning community encourages, has rigorous discussion, shares pros & cons acknowledges others' ideas
Wow! 1,000 wodrs = 1 image!!!
i wondered about that today as I watched more of our teachers at staff meeting sharing minutes doc.
A3. Sometimes it can be intimidating. Sometimes you feel frustrated you can't do that too. Lack of $$ to buy cool stuff!
Nice Anna, when one helps another IMO, both learn faster! A4
Yes. I will be the first to admit that I am not an absolute expert. There's always someone more knowledgeable.
A4 best chats ever were when we gulped took a shared collective breathe as teh question rocked us to the core asking for more
thank you - you are a superstar to do this so quickly, lol!
Shared knowledge where all learners are respected and trust is high. Any and all ideas count.
Yes likewise some of my best collaborators ever I think I may never meet
Classroom becomes a globalized lab of sorts and its Ss become global citizens - awesome.
This is what I reflect upon when I FB, blog, tweet, email, Snapchat etc.Don't be a keyboard warrior! https://t.co/EWATyM43OT
A4: professional & respectful, treating each other as you would if face to face, sharing relevant and tried and tested tools
That's awesome.Ts need to see sharing and collaboration as strengths over weaknesses!
sharing new blogs, new research, new ideas...made my first pictogram today thanks to shared twitter link
The same with all social media I guess. Don't be fooled by the people who only show their best moments
A4 lots of interaction, feedback and tagging each other in content of interest. Must know interests of teachers
Sorry - forgot the introductions - kia ora from Dunedin
we have a saying "A problem shared is a problem halved”
A3 Perishables, costs and resourcing can be taxing.
I call mistakes/failure learning...softer somehow!
A4 a collaborative community willing to take risks for the benefit of learners
the 'experts' are the ones who ask for help, not pretend they don't need it
I'm slowly moving to a post written word future. All communique in video and gif form.
A4: Everyone is trying to up their game, no matter what their level is.
get on the you'll love it!
A4 i learn more from the pain of the journey the reality of failure and learn how to do better in the process
Excellent point the great thing about community like is everyone's open, honest, fair!
Excellent point the great thing about community like is everyone's open, honest, fair!
A4. I think a strong feature is how the same people keep coming back & how we are growing at each turn.
Yep! Not learning it YET! in the process
Where everyone has expertise rather than having 'experts' in the room.
saw an online article today about facebragging and how it is leading to more divorces, relevant to Ts
I agree, when one doesn't ask, they lose respect IMO and become isolated!
if it' not fun, if you're not laughing as you learn the something is very wrong
Yes so important to acknowledge as it encourages others & also inspires those who share. https://t.co/zhIzF7QUyZ
A4 strong edtech learning community encourages, has rigorous discussion, shares pros & cons acknowledges others' ideas
Yes thats one of the great strenghts of your leadership of
A4 agree the three digital ‘Rs
Yes, rigour and challenge are important parts of growth but always keep an open mind
A4 ask the poor homeless dispossessed migrant moreu amongst us how we can serve them better to build 4
The power of not knowing is an incredible modelling tool.
A4 features of a strong learning community are regular communication & robust discussion
I get frustrated when other Ts think I'm an expert, but don't try to learn themselves
Exactly! I’m astounded by how some tchrs (esp on FB) respond to each other. https://t.co/5hKzLxrdrp
This is what I reflect upon when I FB, blog, tweet, email, Snapchat etc.Don't be a keyboard warrior! https://t.co/EWATyM43OT
A4: professional & respectful, treating each other as you would if face to face, sharing relevant and tried and tested tools
Gosh! You are doing extremely well. This is my second year of paperless Teacher Planning
A4 community about the power of positive relationships; "no significant learning occurs without a significant relationship"
Hi Jade, love the dynamic reference, all Ts needs to understand this!
I love to read. But I think we often rely on the written word when there is a better way to communicate.
Need all eyes and ears on deck to spot the icebergs : )
I guess at the end of the day it's about better outcomes for our Ss and a highly effective teaching fraternity for our schs
Great point John! A4 Relationships also make the learning sustainable too IMO.
that's 1 piece of advice I give new ts ask for help if you need it
Nailed it! https://t.co/UZnH9T7fbV
I guess at the end of the day it's about better outcomes for our Ss and a highly effective teaching fraternity for our schs
exactly, and even though, we do "finish" we're never truly finished, always trying to improve
Haha. Tongue firmly planted in cheek. I still write, but more and more I'm finding better ways to communicate.
some of my best learning has been through mistakes
Q5 Not compulsory, but encouraged
we need to say this louder, there is massive stigma to asking for help
Some of the benefits of online learning communities. What else would you add? I would add ownership. https://t.co/2rAbYZg49t
A4: Support & respectful back & forth debate of new ideas is essential for strong Edtech community.
In my school, great teachers work together, there's no experts lecturing.
A5: I don't think you can make it compulsory but Ts would be crazy not to get on board & model collaborative learning
A5: In the hopeful world, yes, but unfortunately there are still areas that do not have great connectivity, so are put off.
Or think you have some superpower that makes it easier for you!
A6 the way forward together I collaborative unison irrespective of sector or Sch type
Exactly as it should be! Love it.
A5 that's a tricky one. I think they should try but I wouldn't want ts to become voiceless in mandating it.
A5: Not compulsory, but pretty much essential. Compulsory suggests you'll comply. Essential suggests you'll learn and grow!
Very true, I started because I needed help and learning.
A5. 'Compulsory' Uuummm! Clashes with the concept of professionalism?
A5. In 2016 I think Edtech communities need to keep being for teachers by teachers & not be swallowed up by edu-business...
Great distinction Matt and well-made!
A5 Future of edtech:spoken, vlogged, sensed, seen in holodecks, realtime sensurround - way beyond 140 chars, neural netted AI
A4: learning WITH students. Share the journey by sitting down and exploring an app TOGETHER instead of "this is how you..."
A5 What Matt said... https://t.co/bnjQj5o9Vc
A5: Not compulsory, but pretty much essential. Compulsory suggests you'll comply. Essential suggests you'll learn and grow!
Q5 please no, compulsory means unhappy people, the mood drops and the engaged slip off to find another place like this
I mean, I do have a superpower, but it doesn't make my job easier....
I wrote a blog post on the pwr of being wrong. Confronting for some.
Not compulsory - organic and then, eventually, inevitable
I would being challenged so that you can always find someone doing what you're doing and doing it better
So yes! A5 I am a teacher not an administrator!
true and slightly sad but one never knows via PM who might turn up on your doorstep!
A5. ....or by MOE officialness.
Definitively turbo boosts PL . Global educational GOLD is readily available
a wise man knows that he knows nothing at all! Or rather, in this context, knows that there is a lot more to learn
That's what I love the most!
Great point David, compulsion through evolution maybe?
A5: at any opportunity show, share & celebrate the power of an learning community, that shld hook them
EXACTLY as I see it. And that's how kids learn. Take a risk! What will happen if...? https://t.co/wl4HQyWxRA
Experts are just people who aren't afraid to press buttons & see what happens
I got this idea from my I think it was who put me onto it!
A5. Yes I do believe that to be professional one needs to be globally connected to a education PLN.
Love it but it must be localise to be truly effective IMO.
A5 Not compulsory. Not everyone has the time for it. I’m a of 3, when my 4 year old twins were younger, I couldn’t do this.
there's a quote about that somewhere. Was looking for the official one...
A5 Future is another world, glimpsed unseen but coming fast like a train, disrupting all we see and do wordlessly, visual now
Yes! They think you have the answers. Need to keep repeating that we don't.
A5, no compulsory, but liberating.
IMO experts today are temporary at best due to changing times.
A6) Compulsory, no - as they would not be as authentic, full of passionate people who want to be there!
A5: The truly innovative communities will remain voluntary. But more required groups will be occur.
We sure are stretching the limits of physical reality- yeay digital
A5: Re. yr definition of learning comm (4 me democratically https://t.co/F6bHodTnVl ) nothing compulsory could evr BE basis.
A5: Re. yr definition of learning comm (4 me democratically https://t.co/3c0f3mJxaR ) nothing compulsory could evr BE basis.
I keep saying that I didn't do a special course. I just had a go. And if I can...
A5 may not be compulsory but will play a major part in education communities now and in the future
I absolutely love this!! Quote of the week!
A5 If you want something to be effective, you can't make it compulsory, need to lead by example and inspire others to join in
A5 nope never compulsory shared, encouraged and others coached when wanting to start out
agree rigorous convo imp or becomes a mutual admiration society https://t.co/WGRLUC357R
Q4: Features of a strong edtech learning community is that it is regular, relevant and provides rigorous conversation!
so true. It's be like a Friday afternoon staff meeting...
It does the edtech world and the globe a lot smaller and accessible!
A5. Communities to grow and model behaviours making it an easier choice to opt in or adopt relevant elements of practice
A5 the future is not Twitter, FB, skype, its AI, AR, VR, individual learning online and off inside and out in varied groups
Agree, without the passion, true innovation will not occur. https://t.co/ZZNucxgh44
A5: The truly innovative communities will remain voluntary. But more required groups will be occur.
Can't keep pretending it's not there so agreed, eventually it will just be what it is! https://t.co/moJzFXzRm1
Not compulsory - organic and then, eventually, inevitable
I can make myself invisible, but only if no one is looking ;)
I agree, maybe compulsion will slow take up? #
Based on your tweets, I can that 's learning environment is AWESOME! Love your perspective.
A5 I would think it would be complusory but realistically would YOU employ someone who wasn't interested
A5: ensure support systems are in place to help all Ts make the most of the learning community
I can look busy when people are looking!
Scares me. Implication is that they have little to learn.
Sorry -just lurking and liking! I get so much out of the Twitter connections, but it is hard to explain what to others.
I think the quote was "I'm not an expert, I'm just not afraid to press buttons." but not sure who
Q5: inevitable.... I like this. Change is inevitable. I choose to adapt & thrive now by joining in https://t.co/JMMj2JS2V3
Not compulsory - organic and then, eventually, inevitable
A5 the future is when all learners take over the chats and make their own educational experiences, entities and editors - we2
That's the scenario in schools now, some Ts want to get out due to changing times.,
Or any staff meeting that could have been an email!
Dunno, sometimes ideas travel like seeds in the wind for miles and find new fertile ground
I agree, a T can't survive let alone thrive going forward on their own. #
Agreed. All in this tog. Community needs shared skills.
actually, you're both and that's ok - but T first! heck my PAs the resource we have!
I'm not entirely sure I can do that one!
Needs to be a grassroots movement
I dont know, without sound ruthless I'd open the door to some of those and say 'on your way'
Had a feeling that was it... lol
Great point Annemarie, the sum of the parts...
That would be a dream come true.
A5: A tricky one. I always find when something is compulsary, I automatically don't want to do it as much...
You had me at "digital affordances”
I think for the good of our students and their future, many would prefer to exit now than cope with change.
A5: They are so relevant, useful and necessary that they will become essential
Which is amazing! I wonder what I'd have achieved it had been there at start of my career! https://t.co/ilrE1xEsiF
Thanks Stuart - I have ranging from the four corners of the globe
A5 some folk like to chat, to read, to lurk, to meet, to greet, to live, togather, apart, alone - courses for all peepsplaces
Exactly. By Teachers. For Teachers.
Great point, is about hearts and minds a lot of the time!
AI, Please explain it is all programming! So it isn't artificial? Is it? It is human thoughts program https://t.co/nZMdOrSyo6
A5 the future is not Twitter, FB, skype, its AI, AR, VR, individual learning online and off inside and out in varied groups
Classrooms without walls! Is this the new 'staffroom' but with more productive chit chat?
Well you have to adapt - if its obsolete then get rid of it. Libraries for instance...
Yes i love choice and flexibility
So imp but still needs lots of work - https://t.co/xZxRlqVTQ6
A6 the way forward together I collaborative unison irrespective of sector or Sch type
Maybe, often the online conversations are more fertile due to choice element! t
Tech is a tool-nothing more, nothing less. We have to be careful not to glorify it. Could you do school without a pen/pencil?
They haven't identified my superpower yet. lol.
I don't want to see edu-business hack our community & commercialise & indoctrinate us.
A5: We must be careful not to alienate teachers who are reluctant to join Edtech bandwagon. Many are connected their own way.
Nice point. Somes libraries are more relevant than ever before....some less so...
A5 all teachers me included stay too long talk too much & don't get out of kids sunlight, lives, space, face - to let go now
In the UK there is a guideline for a course to have at least 10% digital content
Yes to a point but would you try and convert someone who wouldn't budge?
Wow, insightful comment Tammy, so true, need to consider all connection avenues. A5
The future is not as...inevitable as it sounds in yr tweet. It is also how we decide 2 design it as a community.
That's fascinating! In my school, I hope it's around 20-30%...at least!
Does anyone! Do you have to?
A great one is really important, the old School ones, I don't know, I would struggle to use them much
A6: Nope! I mention twitter or blogs and people just look bewildered. "How can you have a conversation on twitter??"
Depends on the school - or in secondary - the department - some connect, some don't see the value.
Agreed. And Facebook is where many of ours are. Messenger used well by the majority! https://t.co/bflFduBwtA
A5: We must be careful not to alienate teachers who are reluctant to join Edtech bandwagon. Many are connected their own way.
A6. No. Too many senior people have no comprehension of edtech possibilities, making many of us
Excellent point, there does have to be a genuine interest and willingness to take part.
i mean creature yet not like us conscious things like people but not carbon maybe silicon networks consciousness
unfortunately change is needed to improve process, new stuff could be better implented though
A6 I think some do but there are many who need a helping hand... modelling expectations & paper tweets -that's the plan
A6 schools are getting there. I agree people are scared of twitter
Great point. This is why maybe results must become secondary to learning?
A6: I think there is reluctance to leave 'the way we have always done things' behind. More comfortable
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Great point, we must educate the whole person.#
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A6: In part, probably, as a whole (the impact of said communities) probably not. Do they need to or can they learn on the go?
A6: yes, I think the message is slowly filtering down as more use is made of tech to support learning
Q5 teachers need to see benefits before committing precious time to something else! Need to share value of edcommunities
Agree. Show them what's possible. Mentor and coach.
That's the secret - being a kid at heart, I think! It's such a fun way to spend a day! https://t.co/cNiUjQbt6j
curiosity and unfailing optimism are my tool kit, still a kid at heart
Perhaps the definition of an online community will change.eg how online learning has changed how we view personal learning
turn them into makerspaces?
there needs to possibly need to be a no blame culture
Nice point. Maybe us nutty professors need to be more careful how we push through.
& have own areas of passion. We can’t do evrything. Better 2 have variety & learn from each other. https://t.co/3rJWrLfeft
A5: We must be careful not to alienate teachers who are reluctant to join Edtech bandwagon. Many are connected their own way.
I've been doing just that for many years. Encouraging others to add to their connections, not detract.
A6) short answer - some. The interest & appreciation for is spreading like wildfire.. I'm unsure if I even understand fully..
Why are they scared of twitter ?
Thanks for great chat, have to leave early. Thanks Stuart.
A6: I don't think they do. Perhaps seen as a distraction for those uninitiated into the active learning that occurs.
Ts need to be shown the benefits of chats - many see it as a time waster for which they have no time
A5 PD doesn't work if it's compulsory. You have to make it enticing and relevant enough that everyone wants to join in
A6 alas all schools, my school, our schools are predigital at best, nether seeing hearing nor caring what we tweet think say
Well yes I would personally but its not for everyone
You should check out 's library...it's so blended, it's got everything!
Depends on their vision and purpose. It can be a scary place to step into
I wouldn't say scared, just not aware of how it can be used to communicate
I'm so liking what you're saying
Agree. I worry that some of this is not 'new' though, e.g. power of blogs.
Yes I think we do at times, we have to make sure its not agressive to those who dont believe
I'm not referring to 'them' but the admin side of ldrship, to clarify-it's the unsexy side of ldrs
A6 I am the only one out here from my school, but there are many in my city nation world who care enough to learn and listen2
But problem is sometimes it's the ones who have the keys 2 the door who are the 1s who should leave
Personally i learn better on the go. Connect when i need to but learn while in the flow of the action itself.
designed disability prog currently running in 15+ schools - moved from 100% F2F to 30-40% digital
Same with students. Everyone needs a champion! https://t.co/x7WmKk23u5
World needs more Aroha. When we believe in others they begin2 believe
A6 I don't think many know they even exist!
shy putting ideas out there or dont know how twitter works...isn't it for famous people
Nice point Justine, I think you're right but for latecomers to , lot is all new.
I haven't been but its one of my top picks to go.Don't go to Auckland too much
Oh I've been there. Very impressed :)
Q6: I'm not sure some schools understand the power of online learning communities. But you don't know, what you don't know!
A6 there are some that def are aware and using to Sts and Ts advantage, others don't know they exists & every1 in between
Q6: No. Ironically, schls don’t see themselves as being as obsolete as thing they are trying to absorb is contemporary.
A6: maybe a whole school professional learning session, guided time to explore could help those who are reluctant
Exactly. Just because it isn't digital doesn't mean not valuable. Be open. https://t.co/jLiuKeSrSD
& have own areas of passion. We can’t do evrything. Better 2 have variety & learn from each other. https://t.co/3rJWrLfeft
A5: We must be careful not to alienate teachers who are reluctant to join Edtech bandwagon. Many are connected their own way.
And of course, when you come, Aorere will gladly receive you!
If it changed to a true community of practice as in Wenger's defn we'd have something incredibly powerful.
A6 Schools IMHO don't even ever either understand offline communities let alone learning they qualify certificate credential
Hopefully there will be at least one more in Auckland shortly...
A6 not everyone in the schools - think it might still be quite underrated - time/workload be quoted as 'why' its underrated
A6 I think online communities are understood. Time, crowded curriculum & connectivity present challenge & in result avoidance
Q6 some see Twitter as purely social media - and question value!
Coach, mentor, and guide. Show the possibilities and be excited.
Likewise, today one of my ideas was called "pie in the sky"- took it as a compliment!
Yes maybe #2017 I can't see it happening prior to then.
A6 Depends on the school and how techy the snr leaders are. A principal at edchatnz conf sent his whole staff!
Yes i think also that Trs fear being misunderstood/misquoted by their peers or Ss - stressful worry.
Patience and care. Be excited about the possibilities and let the Ss lead.
My wire https://t.co/KUxhyS3yNH
I totally agree! Globally ethical design! Rather than globally destructive aggression! Like our history! Time will tell! ?????
I agree. I think sometimes my enthusiasm slows progress for less keen Ts!
A6 If a school be these people these chats these communities of scholars then yes maybe in the future we will all understand
"Why would you?" is what I get. Like maybe I'm talking to Kim Kardashian.
Sorry, late starter tonight
Was there a Q6? Way too many tweets tonight. Great chat though
And until they take the chance, some will never know...sadly. https://t.co/P3WFqRha2p
Q6: I'm not sure some schools understand the power of online learning communities. But you don't know, what you don't know!
A6: Most do not YET. But they will as we share the value for learning.
we all adapt to what is available at a given time and that is amazing
I think I've just scored us all invites to 's school! #
A6. I try to model it. I send out "tech tip Tuesday" email with a short 3min tutorial, endorsed by teachers who have used it.
My worries below! Future of ❤️ not 😤 https://t.co/KUxhyS3yNH
I totally agree! Globally ethical design! Rather than globally destructive aggression! Like our history! Time will tell! ?????
A6 only takes a few Ts in a school to collab & share with others my school grown from 4 tchrs tweeting to 50+ over past year
What an awesome phrase... the undigital love it!
A6 Increasingly through our work actions communications we build teh future of education learning and teaching in our schools
That's impressive...what was the secret?
We forget that Ts are learners too. Need to support each other to create T collective efficacy and grow expertise
Great timing! Would ♥️ to pick yr brain after you've read it. Been looking 4 sparring partner re. this stuff. 😢
Thanks for the chat all. New Blog post to share if you're interested. https://t.co/IDZNjfviyY Tips to get you started.
Agree! Needs to be a mix and value all things that are possible.
