#mnlead Archive | Participate

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:00 PM EST

Q1 Introduce yourself. Are you one of the 200,000+ classrooms to participate in the #hourofcode ? Share your story! #mnlead

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:01 PM EST

You can learn more about #hourOfCode at https://t.co/Kxf18jAX8G #mnlead

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:01 PM EST

Welcome everyone to #mnlead Glad to have @mrskalthoff leading us tonight. Take a look at the Q's. https://t.co/6ZbXLzSBve

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PrincipalFrench Dec 4 @ 8:01 PM EST

Hello #mnlead, Mark here, elementary principal in MN. Working with 21 classes on #HourofCode lessons. Using my latest tool, Finch Robots.

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:02 PM EST

A1:Angie from https://t.co/8LqstzB1YQ. Tech Integrationist and Facilitator for https://t.co/37IkTcBXMo CS Fundamentals Course 1-4 #mnlead

Ermarie_ Dec 4 @ 8:02 PM EST

A1 We are a startup from #tcswedu . Our goal is to help educators manage their Professional Development opportunities #mnlead

nsulla Dec 4 @ 8:02 PM EST

Nancy Sulla here at #MNlead; former programmer; creator of the Learner-Active, Technology-Infused Classroom #LATIC; pres @IDECorp; author of

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:02 PM EST

Hi Nancy. I've been enjoying your weekly emails. Glad to have you here. #mnlead

In reply to @nsulla, @IDECorp

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:03 PM EST

Happy Sunday Everyone! Please introduce yourself to the group. #mnlead

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:03 PM EST

You have #finchrobots! That's so cool. I tried them at #edcampmsp Good to have you Mark. #mnlead

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bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:04 PM EST

Hi All, Bret, Elementary principal in Lakeville, MN. Love learning about #HourofCode #mnlead

amythuesen Dec 4 @ 8:04 PM EST

Amy T tech integration coach from Austin. Preparing for our #HourofCode this Thursday! #mnlead

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:04 PM EST

Hi Amy! What do you have planned? Great to have you as always. #mnlead

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nsulla Dec 4 @ 8:04 PM EST

Thanks so much, Bret. I seek to add to the educational conversation. Great to hear they're a hit! #MNlead

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PrincipalFrench Dec 4 @ 8:04 PM EST

Yes, I revived a grant from @HEF270 to purchase robotics tools to work with students. #mnlead

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TurnbullChris Dec 4 @ 8:04 PM EST

Chris from St. Paul, personalized learning specialist supporting 1:1 iPads PK-12 #mnlead

chris_bussmann Dec 4 @ 8:05 PM EST

Hey all, Chris, MS Principal from Farmington checking in! Always ready to learn! #mnlead

ms_godzicki Dec 4 @ 8:05 PM EST

@mrskalthoff Devin from Illinois! #mnlead

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vkajones Dec 4 @ 8:05 PM EST

A1: Vanessa Jones -Technology Design Coach Austin ISD, Tx. Facilitator for https://t.co/f0iJbQLZjt Fundamentals Courses #mnlead

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:05 PM EST

Hi Chris! Great to have you. I have a feeling I might be seeing you at #ties16 Glad you're here. #mnlead

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bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:06 PM EST

Hi Devin. Thanks for joining #mnlead tonight.

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amythuesen Dec 4 @ 8:06 PM EST

It's going to be fairly user choice. We will have laptops, arduino and Spheroes and helpers for students. #mnlead

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mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:07 PM EST

1 minute until the first question!! #mnlead

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:07 PM EST

Hey Chris. How's it going using #smore? You like it? #mnlead

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mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:07 PM EST

Q1 Are you one of the 200,000+ classrooms to participate in the #hourofcode ? Share your story! #mnlead #hourofcode https://t.co/5lUmbx0tJZ

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:07 PM EST

Hi Vanessa. Great to have you. Can't wait to read your insights around code. #mnlead

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chris_bussmann Dec 4 @ 8:08 PM EST

Yes, I do! Was just asked when my next edition is coming out! Analytics tell me it is having an impact! #mnlead

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khurdhorst Dec 4 @ 8:09 PM EST

@bretdom We're doing it all month long! For grades 1-4 were starting month 2. First with Kodable, now with Tynker. #mnlead

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bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1 Isn't that visual crazy? We have @kodable, makey makey and spheros ready to try for #HourofCode this week. Should be fun. #mnlead

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PrincipalFrench Dec 4 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1) I'm teaching #HourOfCode lessons to 21 classrooms. Using literature, https://t.co/vdjk0DI6UC, hand-on coding & robots. #mnlead

nsulla Dec 4 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1) We're an educational consulting firm but most of our clients are involved. Coding is powerful for raising student achievement! #MNlead

khurdhorst Dec 4 @ 8:10 PM EST

@bretdom The middle school is doing https://t.co/mBdHFnV49T this month. #mnlead

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mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1 I participated in the #hourofcode the first time three years ago with elementary students! #mnlead

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:10 PM EST

Love the analytics. When I see I'm over 50-70 views each week, it's getting out there. #mnlead

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TurnbullChris Dec 4 @ 8:10 PM EST

Lots of classrooms across the district planning #HourofCode activities this week ranging from a play to doing @codeorg lessons #mnlead

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amythuesen Dec 4 @ 8:11 PM EST

We are doing our very first #hourofcode at AHS on Thursday. Student Tech Team will be there. Student choice for stations. #mnlead

vkajones Dec 4 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1:Super exited to participate in #hourofcode 2016. This is my 3rd year. Had the opportunity to work on the @k12csframework this yr #mnlead

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bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:11 PM EST

You get to do it? That's a connected principal Mark. #mnlead

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bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:12 PM EST

Q1 What are you doing with #HourofCode See the question below. #mnlead

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:07 PM EST

Q1 Are you one of the 200,000+ classrooms to participate in the #hourofcode ? Share your story! #mnlead #hourofcode https://t.co/5lUmbx0tJZ

TurnbullChris Dec 4 @ 8:12 PM EST

@PrincipalFrench What literature are you using? #mnlead

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chris_bussmann Dec 4 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1: We've opened up Hour of Code to Ss. Has become more popular as we require coding as an exploratory class for all 7th graders. #mnlead

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:12 PM EST

I invited @hadip tonight, but it's a pretty busy time for him!! #mnlead

In reply to @AggieSalterITS, @hadip

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:13 PM EST

Q2 coming up soon! #mnlead

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:13 PM EST

Do you tie it to any specific classes? I know you have some flexible scheduling. #mnlead

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PrincipalFrench Dec 4 @ 8:13 PM EST

@bretdom, I get to engage students, model for teachers & share one of my passions. #mnlead

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bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:11 PM EST

You get to do it? That's a connected principal Mark. #mnlead
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mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:14 PM EST

Q2 Here are computer science stats in Minnesota.What are your initial reactions? #mnlead #hourofcode #findyourstate https://t.co/mPJO27Pu1h

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:14 PM EST

Do you have some selected tasks or devices to practice code for them? #mnlead Just trying to visualize.

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ritaplatt Dec 4 @ 8:15 PM EST

#mnlead pls share w/ teachers. Recert credit should not cost an arm and a leg. https://t.co/GEi1WubmiZ 3 credits for < $400 code: rita10

ritaplatt Dec 3 @ 5:12 PM EST

Pls RT! Tcrs shouldn't have to pay $1,000s for credits! 3 grad credits for > $400! 10% off w/ code: rita10 https://t.co/GEi1WubmiZ

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2: We have a great STEM specialist in MN working hard to integrate CS! Meet @DPaulsonSTEM #mnlead

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chris_bussmann Dec 4 @ 8:15 PM EST

We have an 8 week coding course required for all 7th graders. Meets as a 90 minute block EOD. #mnlead

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EduGladiators Dec 4 @ 8:16 PM EST

Tune in #EduGladiators LIVE Podcast Monday w/ @maverikcrq ▶️ https://t.co/SiWKy8nRbL #1stchat #21stedchat #APChat #mnlead #nbtchat #WISchat

dianafenton1 Dec 4 @ 8:16 PM EST

A1 I participated last year by having @mrskalthoff teach my preserve teachers. She is teaching them tomorrow too #mnlead

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PrincipalFrench Dec 4 @ 8:16 PM EST

Hello Ruby: Adventures In Coding & Going Places. #mnlead

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bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2 I look at that stat and am surprised. I thought more students were enrolled in compsci in post secondary. #mnlead

amythuesen Dec 4 @ 8:16 PM EST

we have Sphero challenges set up, sample and editable Arduino and Lilypad light kits. Ss can also just do self-paces coding #mnlead

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mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:17 PM EST

@dianafenton1 YES!!! Helping teachers see the connection early is crucial!! I am lucky to have you as a friend and resource!! #mnlead

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bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:17 PM EST

This is awesome #mnlead. Coding as part of course work for 7th graders. Very cool!

chris_bussmann Dec 4 @ 8:15 PM EST

We have an 8 week coding course required for all 7th graders. Meets as a 90 minute block EOD. #mnlead
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vkajones Dec 4 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: Tx stats-37,286 open computing jobs. 2,103 Cs graduates No dedicated state funding for CS PD Requires all HS to offer CS #mnlead

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:18 PM EST

That is great! Think about how much tinkering and trying they can do. Awesome! #mnlead

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dianafenton1 Dec 4 @ 8:18 PM EST

A1 @mrskalthoff is teaching my preservice teachers about coding tomorrow just like last year. #mnlead

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chris_bussmann Dec 4 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: Not surprising at all. Schools are asked to be everything for everybody. Kind of hard when you have 6.5 hours and 174 days. #mnlead

nsulla Dec 4 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2) Wow! Those stats are not good! So these jobs get outsourced overseas. We need to prepare Ss for the country's needs! #MNlead

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:14 PM EST

Q2 Here are computer science stats in Minnesota.What are your initial reactions? #mnlead #hourofcode #findyourstate https://t.co/mPJO27Pu1h

vkajones Dec 4 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2- I always enjoy reading other state's stats! #mnlead

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DPaulsonSTEM Dec 4 @ 8:19 PM EST

Thank you Angie! I'm looking forward when #CSforall is for all K12 students in all MN schools. #mnlead

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mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:19 PM EST

Has that changed in the past few years or has there always been the requirement? #mnlead

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ms_godzicki Dec 4 @ 8:20 PM EST

@bretdom What resources do you recommend for students that are beginning to code? #mnlead

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bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:20 PM EST

Wow! So this disparity is probably happening everywhere. I wonder when systems will catch up to be future ready for S's. #mnlead

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chris_bussmann Dec 4 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2.1: So my reaction is we need to helps Ss think critically and become problem solvers instead of consumers of knowledge. #mnlead #GoCode

dianafenton1 Dec 4 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2 We need more integration earlier, but seems like we are lagging. #mnlead

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:20 PM EST

Q3 coming up in 1 minute! #mnlead

amythuesen Dec 4 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2) Not surprising just distressing. We need more secondary course offerings and more girls in code. #mnlead

KevinSayerska Dec 4 @ 8:21 PM EST

We are starting with the #HourofCode video. Then we are going to give students a chance to do a tech sandbox with coding activities. #mnlead

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:21 PM EST

Q3 Share your experience with computer science and coding as a learner #mnlead #hourofcode

RACzyz Dec 4 @ 8:21 PM EST

Coding resources from #4OCF https://t.co/yZfpH5xMlH #mnlead

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:21 PM EST

A3 I wanted more and found https://t.co/k8g1e7uR4s #mnlead #csforall

nsulla Dec 4 @ 8:21 PM EST

A2) As a T (in NJ), I launched Pascal and C lang programming in my HS in the '80s. I feel like we're losing ground #MNlead

khurdhorst Dec 4 @ 8:21 PM EST

Osmo has a great one! You need the iPad..or Finch or BeeBots. So lovely! #mnlead

In reply to @ms_godzicki, @bretdom

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:22 PM EST

Try Scratch, tynker, for apps. If you have a little $, Beebots, makey makeys, spheros. They allow hands on & code. #mnlead

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mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:22 PM EST

What age? #mnlead

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PrincipalFrench Dec 4 @ 8:22 PM EST

A3) My first coding experience came in college way back when with putting punch cards in order. #mnlead

amythuesen Dec 4 @ 8:22 PM EST

Yes & coding is great for these skills; we can teach this way of thinking in any class 2 help our Ss prep for coding #mnlead

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TurnbullChris Dec 4 @ 8:22 PM EST

In order to offer more computer science classes, need to get more teachers certified #mnlead

vkajones Dec 4 @ 8:22 PM EST

Requires that they offer CS to all students, meaning students can take it online at a different campus in our district.#mnlead

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mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:23 PM EST

sending thanks to @sylviaduckworth for this image :) #mnlead

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bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:23 PM EST

I sure had fun playing w those finch robots with you. #mnlead When the adults have fun you know the kids love it.

In reply to @khurdhorst, @ms_godzicki

TurnbullChris Dec 4 @ 8:23 PM EST

#HourofCode activities are a good start to providing coding experiences for all the students not in computer science classes #mnlead #CS4All

khurdhorst Dec 4 @ 8:24 PM EST

The push back I am getting is: It is too hard, I don't know how to. Then they want to quit. (zero grit) #mnlead

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bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:24 PM EST

Want another good resource around code? Check this out. #mnlead

RACzyz Dec 4 @ 8:21 PM EST

Coding resources from #4OCF https://t.co/yZfpH5xMlH #mnlead

KevinSayerska Dec 4 @ 8:24 PM EST

Thinking critically is important. Ss need to pause when solving problems. Think if adults did that. #worldabetterplace. #mnlead

chris_bussmann Dec 4 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2.1: So my reaction is we need to helps Ss think critically and become problem solvers instead of consumers of knowledge. #mnlead #GoCode

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:24 PM EST

Tell me more about this! #mnlead

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dianafenton1 Dec 4 @ 8:25 PM EST

A3 I learned coding to teach my preservice teachers deliver 10 lessons with #ozobots #mnlead #hourofcode

PrincipalFrench Dec 4 @ 8:25 PM EST

What, putting punch cards in order? #mnlead

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mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:25 PM EST

@codeorg has the building a foundation lesson that teachers perseverance ... start with that lesson and refer back often #mnlead

In reply to @khurdhorst, @codeorg

amythuesen Dec 4 @ 8:26 PM EST

A3) My first exp w/ coding was with Apple Logo code in mid-eighties Wish I would have kept with it but had no formal path. #mnlead

KevinSayerska Dec 4 @ 8:26 PM EST

Coding needs to begin at PreK. There are great activities to learn the fundamentals. Ditch the idea that coding is male focused. #mnlead

chris_bussmann Dec 4 @ 8:26 PM EST

A2.3: And while classes can be good, sometime our Ss can become engrossed if we just provide the how and then get out of the way. #mnlead

vkajones Dec 4 @ 8:26 PM EST

A3: Love this resource-create your own warrior dance w the Kakamora https://t.co/VV5XQfoyLq #HourofCode https://t.co/mP90M57Ube #mnlead

PrincipalFrench Dec 4 @ 8:27 PM EST

I did that too! Worked with and taught early Lego-Logo robotics and programming. #mnlead

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mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:27 PM EST

Yes!! Have you seen @TamponRunner I share this with teachers who attend my #codeorgpd workshops #mnlead

In reply to @KevinSayerska, @TamponRunner

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:28 PM EST

I have never used one, but have heard about them :) #mnlead

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amythuesen Dec 4 @ 8:28 PM EST

I was consumed by it when young! Loved making games and shape designs. I wonder where I would be if I had kept on #mnlead

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mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:28 PM EST

Q4 coming up in 1 minute #mnlead

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:29 PM EST

A3I lovvvveeedddd Hanson and made a webpage professing my love for them in middle school https://t.co/3YV5y6GF8d #mnlead

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:29 PM EST

Q4 #hourofcode has resources for #robots https://t.co/FgKC3kq7a4 Share your experience w/ robots & #handsoncomputingdevices #mnlead

PrincipalFrench Dec 4 @ 8:29 PM EST

I wasn't that young, I was teaching 6th grade! #mnlead

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JennyWamsley Dec 4 @ 8:30 PM EST

Hey #mnlead have you RSVP'ed to the meet up at the @Cheesecake in Edina. Please RSVP to the link. https://t.co/YIonTKzM2S

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:30 PM EST

A3 I knew about C and C+ when I was in college in the 90's but then lost touch with it until my son built a server for #Minecraft. #mnlead

chris_bussmann Dec 4 @ 8:30 PM EST

I think I'll load that on the family ipads and wait for my daughters to discover it! #mnlead

In reply to @mrskalthoff, @KevinSayerska, @TamponRunner

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:30 PM EST

A4 Here are some of #robots we use @KinderLabRobot #bluebot @WonderWorkshop @OZOBOT @SpheroEdu @Raspberry_Pi #mnlead find me at #ties16

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:30 PM EST

A4 While it's not a #robot I really like @bloxelsbuilder to teach #algorithms and #sequence #mnlead

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nsulla Dec 4 @ 8:31 PM EST

A3) I was once mesmerized by Logo (was already a COBOL, Pascal, & C programmer): endless hours programming; could not stop! turtles! #MNlead

chris_bussmann Dec 4 @ 8:31 PM EST

A4: We have one of our advisors that has Ss compete in an obstacle course challenge for the best time. Amazing to see the skill. #mnlead

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:33 PM EST

A4 We started with @SpheroEdu and doing coding apps. We continue to grow w Lego robotics and the makey makeys. #mnlead

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PrincipalFrench Dec 4 @ 8:33 PM EST

A4) This week I'm using Sphero, BB-8, Ollie, Finch Robots, Codeapillar, Osmo Coding, Lego Mindstorms EV3, Bee Bots. #mnlead

khurdhorst Dec 4 @ 8:33 PM EST

Please come yall! #mnlead

JennyWamsley Dec 4 @ 8:30 PM EST

Hey #mnlead have you RSVP'ed to the meet up at the @Cheesecake in Edina. Please RSVP to the link. https://t.co/YIonTKzM2S

dianafenton1 Dec 4 @ 8:33 PM EST

A4 I have use #ozobots a ton. #mnlead #HourofCode

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:33 PM EST

I haven't heard of these. How does it work? #mnlead

In reply to @mrskalthoff, @bloxelsbuilder

amythuesen Dec 4 @ 8:34 PM EST

Our Ss love coding Spheroes to navigate challenge courses. #mnlead

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:34 PM EST

Tell me more about codeapillar . I don't have any experience with it! #mnlead

In reply to @PrincipalFrench

amythuesen Dec 4 @ 8:34 PM EST

A4) #mnlead

amythuesen Dec 4 @ 8:34 PM EST

Our Ss love coding Spheroes to navigate challenge courses. #mnlead

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:34 PM EST

@pingeye2ted and @MuseMoore We should call on them if we run into any questions! #lstact #mnlead

In reply to @bretdom, @SpheroEdu, @pingeye2ted, @MuseMoore

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:35 PM EST

Are you dedicating time for each grade to do this weekly? Is it embedded? #mnlead

In reply to @PrincipalFrench

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:36 PM EST

Awesome! I will be there Mon and Tues. #mnlead #ties16

In reply to @mrskalthoff, @bloxelsbuilder

PrincipalFrench Dec 4 @ 8:36 PM EST

It's an easy to use, battery operated caterpillar like tool good for PreK to grade 2. Lights, sounds, movement. #mnlead

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nsulla Dec 4 @ 8:36 PM EST

A4) My early experiences were w/ Ss creating Logo robotics (Lego Mindstorms). Ss in flow! They keep pushing themselves to learn more #mnlead

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q5 coming up in 1 minute #mnlead

chris_bussmann Dec 4 @ 8:36 PM EST

When you are controlling the Sphero, do you find yourself tilting your head when it isn't going where u want it? :) #mnlead

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bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:37 PM EST

They still use them! Mindstorms are great. The kids enjoy the building and coding. #mnlead

In reply to @nsulla

PrincipalFrench Dec 4 @ 8:37 PM EST

I've offered each of the 21 classes an #HourofCode lesson. 21 hours in the next few weeks! #mnlead

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mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:37 PM EST

Q5 #PairProgramming is when two people use one device. How & why should students work together? #mnlead https://t.co/UevzG9rEch

amythuesen Dec 4 @ 8:38 PM EST

Yes! Mostly I lean my whole body. Haha. #mnlead

In reply to @chris_bussmann

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:39 PM EST

I see students getting up out of chairs or using their arms to figure out which way to go! #mnlead

In reply to @amythuesen, @chris_bussmann

PrincipalFrench Dec 4 @ 8:39 PM EST

@000dave Yes! That's what I did in my college programming class! #mnlead

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000Dave Dec 4 @ 8:31 PM EST

https://t.co/st6jXmZOpo
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TurnbullChris Dec 4 @ 8:39 PM EST

Cooperative learning is an important skill for students & they often learning more from peers since they are social learners #mnlead

amythuesen Dec 4 @ 8:40 PM EST

A5) We almost always have to do pairs because of low resources. Benefits are team building and generating solutions. #mnlead

chris_bussmann Dec 4 @ 8:40 PM EST

A5: Well, because 1.7m people put their trust in pilots doing it every day. #mnlead

Ermarie_ Dec 4 @ 8:40 PM EST

Hello! We are a tool created at #tcswedu and help teachers manage their pd opportunities #mnlead

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:40 PM EST

A5 How can we not teach them to work together? We have them share devices so they explain their thinking w the other. Collaboration! #mnlead

Ermarie_ Dec 4 @ 8:40 PM EST

A5 Students can help catch each others mistakes when they #pairprogram #mnlead

vkajones Dec 4 @ 8:40 PM EST

A5: I love the answer in the video... because two heads are better than one. It also allows students to explain their thinking #mnlead

PrincipalFrench Dec 4 @ 8:40 PM EST

A5) Students should work together because they can learn from and help each other. #mnlead

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:41 PM EST

Boom! A perfect reason why collaboration and team work is needed. #mnlead

chris_bussmann Dec 4 @ 8:40 PM EST

A5: Well, because 1.7m people put their trust in pilots doing it every day. #mnlead

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:41 PM EST

I never made that connection! Thanks for pointing it out! #mnlead

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nsulla Dec 4 @ 8:41 PM EST

A5) One codes, the other reviews it; powerful checks and balances; reduces trial and error; better than brainstorming together. #MNlead

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:42 PM EST

A5 I like to start with #pairprogramming even when we have enough devices for 1:1 #mnlead

khurdhorst Dec 4 @ 8:42 PM EST

This week we are doing paired programming. We are talking about the driver and the navigator. #mnlead A5

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chris_bussmann Dec 4 @ 8:42 PM EST

A5.2: And one of my all time favorite scenes about the WHY: #mnlead

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:43 PM EST

Q6 coming up in 1 minute! #mnlead

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:43 PM EST

We don't have that luxury so it nice when collaboration is expected and done w/o question. #mnlead

In reply to @mrskalthoff

PrincipalFrench Dec 4 @ 8:43 PM EST

I use that clip all the time! #mnlead

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mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:44 PM EST

Q6 Veterans- Advice for getting started? Newbies- what questions do you have? #mnlead #hourofcods https://t.co/CRc5x8RGNG #hourofcode

txeduchat Dec 4 @ 8:45 PM EST

We are 15 minutes away from #txeduchat tonight & we are talking about Preventing Bullying with @1to1Brian Join us #mnlead #bcedchat

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chris_bussmann Dec 4 @ 8:45 PM EST

A6: Start by creating the opportunity for Ss to come together and share how they are CURRENTLY coding. You'd be surprised how many r #mnlead

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:46 PM EST

A6 Try! If you don't know what to do, go to https://t.co/W3M8Gtg6Z1. Try @kodable @gotynker or @scratch Just try it. #mnlead

In reply to @kodable, @gotynker, @scratch

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:46 PM EST

Q6 Progress- get started & learn along the way! https://t.co/37IkTcBXMo has many great resources for free! You can join me for a ws #mnlead

TurnbullChris Dec 4 @ 8:46 PM EST

Important for teachers to find a connection & make the time to incorporate coding activities #mnlead

PrincipalFrench Dec 4 @ 8:46 PM EST

A6) I read a story, use https://t.co/vdjk0DI6UC with the group, demo robots & let students program in pairs during my lessons. #mnlead

nsulla Dec 4 @ 8:47 PM EST

A6) Just check out this year's activities (tutorials for kids) and let 'em go! No experience necessary. #MNlead https://t.co/0mPf2BNkYs

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:47 PM EST

Make time. That's always the trick. Time to practice and implement. #mnlead

In reply to @TurnbullChris

TurnbullChris Dec 4 @ 8:46 PM EST

Important for teachers to find a connection & make the time to incorporate coding activities #mnlead

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:47 PM EST

Yes! @dianafenton1 & I try and show an interdniscpinceary approach #mnlead

In reply to @TurnbullChris, @dianafenton1

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:48 PM EST

I love how the website is sortable by many topics this year! #hourofcode #mnlead

In reply to @nsulla

amythuesen Dec 4 @ 8:48 PM EST

A6) Jump in. We've never done an organized #hourofcode before but we are excited to try it. So many online resources. Let Ss explore #mnlead

PrincipalFrench Dec 4 @ 8:49 PM EST

A6) Studens have enjoyed watching me make mistakes & I learn from them each time we work together. Students have no fear! #mnlead

chris_bussmann Dec 4 @ 8:49 PM EST

And they love teaching us something new! #mnlead

In reply to @PrincipalFrench

Ermarie_ Dec 4 @ 8:49 PM EST

A6 Twitter is a great resource I use #mncodes #wicodes #ndcodes #csforall #leadcode #codeorgpd to connect with others #mnlead

nsulla Dec 4 @ 8:50 PM EST

A6) Coding is gr8 for building #executivefunction. Just a few highlighted below. Here's a planning guide: https://t.co/rmnrGxTak4 #MNlead

vkajones Dec 4 @ 8:50 PM EST

A6: I encourage Unplugged Group activities such as the Iteration Dance in Getting Loopy. @codeorg #mnlead

In reply to @codeorg

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:50 PM EST

@mrskalthoff I just signed up for that Havard course. Going down that rabbit hole. #mnlead

In reply to @mrskalthoff

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:51 PM EST

Call to Action coming up in 1 minute! #mnlead

nsulla Dec 4 @ 8:53 PM EST

I know!! Of course, I keep playing with them all and not getting any work done! ;-) #MNlead

In reply to @mrskalthoff

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:53 PM EST

Call to Action: What will you do this week & beyond to bring awareness of Computer Science to your school? #hourofcode #mnlead #csforall

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:54 PM EST

CTA: I will promote and talk with students about what they are doing with code? Ask what they like about it and how. #mnlead

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:54 PM EST

Yes! This one makes great connections for students #mnlead Song of choice https://t.co/HEfUVQkpPH

In reply to @vkajones, @codeorg

000Dave Dec 4 @ 8:54 PM EST

All students at #iissfas in @ISD911 will be participating in the #HourofCode this wk! @mrskalthoff #CSforAll #mncodes #mnlead

In reply to @ISD911, @mrskalthoff

PrincipalFrench Dec 4 @ 8:55 PM EST

CTA) Scheduling 21 #HourOfCode lessons for our K-6 #GatewoodGators. #mnlead

MrDataGuy Dec 4 @ 8:55 PM EST

Missed #mnlead tonight. Adding the last bits to my workshop at HUGE Theater-assessment design, feedback and Improv. Still room-DM for info

amythuesen Dec 4 @ 8:55 PM EST

CTA Push for coding and comp sci courses at HS level, continue helping Ts embed coding & computational thinking in current courses #mnlead

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:55 PM EST

Woot Woot! #mnlead

In reply to @000Dave, @ISD911

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:56 PM EST

Join me for a FREE @codeorg workshop or host one!! https://t.co/2pX63jebZB #mnlead

In reply to @codeorg

chris_bussmann Dec 4 @ 8:56 PM EST

CTA: I'm advocating Tuesday evening to our Program Review Comm. to add a new 8th grade elective course, Advanced Coding for 17-18. #mnlead

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:56 PM EST

Hey #mnlead ers! Let's give a shoutout to @mrskalthoff for leading tonight.I hope you all have a great #HourofCode week. #mnlead

In reply to @mrskalthoff

nsulla Dec 4 @ 8:56 PM EST

Act: Finishing a blogpost on how Hour of Code builds achievement thru exec funct & reasoning. Look tomorrow! #MNlead https://t.co/EaVW0wBnA4

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:56 PM EST

CTA I will share the message at #TIES16 & other conferences about what we do in our schools and help people make the connections! #mnlead

chris_bussmann Dec 4 @ 8:57 PM EST

This was already in the works prior to tonight's chat! :) #mnlead

bretdom - Moderator Dec 4 @ 8:58 PM EST

#mnlead is all about shared leadership. This week was @mrskalthoff . Next week @ACook_FACS leads us in a convo around self care. Thanks!

In reply to @mrskalthoff, @ACook_FACS

chris_bussmann Dec 4 @ 8:58 PM EST

I'm pretty confident it is going to be added. We're all about student choice in Farmington! #mnlead

In reply to @mrskalthoff

vkajones Dec 4 @ 8:59 PM EST

is awesome as always. Thanks! #mnlead

In reply to @bretdom, @mrskalthoff

mrskalthoff Dec 4 @ 8:59 PM EST

Thanks for letting me host #mnlead around #hourofcode and spreading the message of #csforall Another # to follow in mn is #mncodes

robinwellshick1 Dec 4 @ 9:00 PM EST

A1 bead exercise and coding board game #mnlead