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erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:00 PM EDT

#edprep Please introduce yourself- what is your position and where you are from.

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:00 PM EDT

#edprep Welcome to the first monthly chat for pre-service teachers! We are excited to talk about considerations to rock your interview.

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:01 PM EDT

#edprep I am so excited to co-moderate tonights chat! I'm a District Digital Learning Coach from Central Texas. https://t.co/Fhcd0igJuH

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:01 PM EDT

#edprep Sam Wallace here! Student Teacher from Wisconsin Lutheran College in Milwaukee, WI!

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hey #edprep! Caleb Hudgens -- Digital Learning Coach -- LHS -- #hayscisd Happy to be here!

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Jay, principal from Merton, WI, here to co-moderate #edprep with @erod129 https://t.co/CpE6ooyg2n

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@calebhudgens Thanks for joining in, Caleb. Looking forward to learning with you. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:04 PM EDT

#edprep one minute warning- first question from @posickj in one minute.

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:04 PM EDT

We'll be following the Q1, A1 format. Reach out and invite someone to join us! #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Better not forget this! Excited to be here! #edprep https://t.co/t2tGY1Z5I0

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1 What are ways that you will make a positive first impression during an interview? #edprep https://t.co/F7spSdpgF5

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@Samuel_Wallace2 Great to see you, Sam. Hope you are enjoying your experience @mertonint #mertonint #edprep

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:06 PM EDT

We're talking interviews for new to profession teachers right now on #edprep Pop over! Bestow some wisdom! @ShannaPeeples @chae_michelle

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1: I think the was you dress is important. Eye contact, and speak with clarity and enthusiasm. #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 Preparedness, timeliness, eye contact and a firm handshake. Come with knowledge of the district goals, mission, vision and values #edprep

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 I'm always impressed when a candidate mentions something about our school or district. Wearing Merton blue helps, too. #edprep

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: Dress like a superintendent. Firm hand shake. Bring energy. Eye contact. Be confident. #edprep https://t.co/28yWeJIfIa

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1 What are ways that you will make a positive first impression during an interview? #edprep https://t.co/F7spSdpgF5

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@Samuel_Wallace2 Mention how your goals and values mirror the district's, too. #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@calebhudgens Love the idea of energy and confidence; those 2 traits can go a long ways! #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:10 PM EDT

#edprep What is protocol for shaking hands with a pannel?

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:11 PM EDT

#edprep Question two in one minute

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@posickj Excellent! Thank you! #edprep

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@erod129 Walk around the table, or room, make eye contact, and memorize the names. #edprep

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@erod129 Good question. I've seen two methods today. Do what feels natural. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:12 PM EDT

#edprep Question two https://t.co/tUIwJ3CcVe

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Hello #edprep! I'm Heidi & I teach 5th gr. Not looking 4 a new job, but if I was I would come in smiling, firm handshake, exude confidence

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2 I think sharing a lesson or unit you're proud of, with visuals, goes a long way. #edprep https://t.co/DwF84hbjXL

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:12 PM EDT

#edprep Question two https://t.co/tUIwJ3CcVe

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2 Focus on your clinical experiences, bring real examples to the table (if applicable). I focus on my global teaching experiences #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2 I am a big proponent of being a guest T as soon as you can especially in the schools you are interested in get to know everyone #edprep

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@MrsJones_Merton Thanks for joining us on #edprep. Glad to hear you're not looking for a new job. #mertonint

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@erod129 Address each person by name if pos. & do twofisted handshake. Shake with right hand & grab top of their arm w/ left! Smile! #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Hello @MrsJones_Merton So glad you are here with us! #edprep https://t.co/QyzrmIFT4a

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Hello #edprep! I'm Heidi & I teach 5th gr. Not looking 4 a new job, but if I was I would come in smiling, firm handshake, exude confidence

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2 Have a product that shows youre prepared for the nuts and bolts along with creative strategies you'll try #edprep https://t.co/cRWGQsRnO8

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:12 PM EDT

#edprep Question two https://t.co/tUIwJ3CcVe

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@erod129 How common is it to be able/allowed to guest teach in a school that you are applying for? #edprep

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Yes! Highlight what've you've done and make them see how it relates to what you'll do. #edprep https://t.co/Qu8vFwbq8I

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2 Focus on your clinical experiences, bring real examples to the table (if applicable). I focus on my global teaching experiences #edprep

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@erod129 @MrsJones_Merton Heidi is one of many rockstar teachers at #mertonint. Learn from her wisdom. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2 I have heard of people volunteering to tutor and help after school #edprep

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@Samuel_Wallace2 @erod129 Being a guest teacher is akin to being a substitute. Get your foot in the door right after graduation! #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@Samuel_Wallace2 I understand that schools prefer Ts they know to sub. #edprep https://t.co/96RyRGqxLQ

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@erod129 How common is it to be able/allowed to guest teach in a school that you are applying for? #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@calebhudgens I like the idea of going back to the basics! #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:18 PM EDT

#edprep Question three in one minute

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:18 PM EDT

#edprep @posickj our district allows inservice teachers to sub as long as they have a certain # of hours https://t.co/Xn4z2sFOyJ

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@Samuel_Wallace2 @erod129 Being a guest teacher is akin to being a substitute. Get your foot in the door right after graduation! #edprep

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Q3 How will you showcase your experience and innovative strategies during your interview? #edprep https://t.co/5C1AF0Utr9

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@posickj @erod129 Thank you, Jay...that's awfully kind of you. Eric, you should know that Jay is a "rockstar" principal @mertonint #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@MrsJones_Merton I am getting that impression =) #edprep https://t.co/WB4GU2qx9Q

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@posickj @erod129 Thank you, Jay...that's awfully kind of you. Eric, you should know that Jay is a "rockstar" principal @mertonint #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Bring class handouts, visual graphics of plans, show ability and willingness to use technology; have links available to share #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3 Digital Portfolios are a great way to show off what you have done. @googledrive and @GoEnnounce #edprep

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@calebhudgens Wait! Did Caleb just say "Nuts & Bolts?" Caleb, if you work w/ @posickj U get 2 read Nuts andBolts every Friday! Cool! #edprep

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3 Digital portfolios are easier than ever to make! #GoogleSites, @weebly, @wixx, a blog -- choose one! #edprep https://t.co/UyiPnUVnWF

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Q3 How will you showcase your experience and innovative strategies during your interview? #edprep https://t.co/5C1AF0Utr9

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@posickj @erod129 Thanks for the awesome advice; I will definitely be looking into this! #edprep

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@MrsJones_Merton What a small world! Too funny #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@erod129 @posickj Great to know! Thank you! #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3 when I interviewed, I brought my iPad, was able to show apps and video clips of things I did in class. #edprep

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3 Share your digital portfolio in advance. Bring visuals. Show them proudly, both successes and learning. #edprep https://t.co/wDFvCyKBFI

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Q3 How will you showcase your experience and innovative strategies during your interview? #edprep https://t.co/5C1AF0Utr9

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Great minds think alike! #edprep https://t.co/tztjZVTIFJ

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3 Digital Portfolios are a great way to show off what you have done. @googledrive and @GoEnnounce #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:23 PM EDT

#edprep Creating your own personal web page is also a great way to showcase that you are tech minded and have a positive digital footprint.

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@MrsJones_Merton @calebhudgens Here's our nuts and bolts from last week. https://t.co/i3CNVCDWPP #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@calebhudgens @weebly @wixx Our senior class creates a final portfolio prior to student teaching all on Google Sites! #edprep

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3 I saw a resume with QR codes on it the other day. Almost 100% it was made in @canva too. A cool way 2 work in tech tools you know #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@calebhudgens Seriously?? #edprep https://t.co/KQZ6G701Z2

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3 I saw a resume with QR codes on it the other day. Almost 100% it was made in @canva too. A cool way 2 work in tech tools you know #edprep

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: Show 'em your clssrm twitter account! Share video testimonials from your Ss & lessons you taught. Share your love of learning. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:25 PM EDT

#edprep Question four in one minute

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:25 PM EDT

That is an awesome idea!! @Samuel_Wallace2 #edprep https://t.co/WAgw4Wqjj3

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@calebhudgens @weebly @wixx Our senior class creates a final portfolio prior to student teaching all on Google Sites! #edprep

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Such a smart idea! A tangible and real tool to show themselves off! #edprep https://t.co/mZGSCJPhTg

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@calebhudgens @weebly @wixx Our senior class creates a final portfolio prior to student teaching all on Google Sites! #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:26 PM EDT

#edprep Question four: https://t.co/Pd6WxWs4rg

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@Samuel_Wallace2 @calebhudgens @weebly @wixx Where is yours, Sam? We can share it out here for you. #edprep

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:26 PM EDT

And definitely bring any flipped videos you've created! So powerful in an interview! #edprep https://t.co/m4eXKwO4jo

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: Show 'em your clssrm twitter account! Share video testimonials from your Ss & lessons you taught. Share your love of learning. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A4 @seesaw is perfect for portfolios for Ss and Ts to communicate with parents!! #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4 I had the opportunity to take a class entitled "Home/School/Community Partnership"s & I learned tons of strategies I could share! #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:28 PM EDT

#edprep Here is a pres I made for @seesaw https://t.co/xNTRkjlJ92

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4 Consider talking tools, but highlight the importance of it and how it would enrich your class and help Ss #edprep https://t.co/6aZSujCFwl

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:26 PM EDT

#edprep Question four: https://t.co/Pd6WxWs4rg

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@Samuel_Wallace2 would love to know more!! #edprep https://t.co/4Aptzj4P71

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4 I had the opportunity to take a class entitled "Home/School/Community Partnership"s & I learned tons of strategies I could share! #edprep

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4: We do a monthly video newsletter 4 parents: Here is the one from March https://t.co/SBH2XjJddj I also do a daily email 2 parents #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@posickj @calebhudgens @weebly @wixx I would love to share the link at the end of the chat! #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@Samuel_Wallace2 My page is made with wix. Very user friendly! #edprep https://t.co/UIG2uEkHc7

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@posickj @calebhudgens @weebly @wixx I would love to share the link at the end of the chat! #edprep

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Students! Yes ma'am! Love it! #edprep https://t.co/3sHqAHSoGA

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4: We do a monthly video newsletter 4 parents: Here is the one from March https://t.co/SBH2XjJddj I also do a daily email 2 parents #edprep

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4 Bring examples & samples to share w/the team. Bring a plan for establishing communication from the start. #edprep https://t.co/qbTBMYV2Lp

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:26 PM EDT

#edprep Question four: https://t.co/Pd6WxWs4rg

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@MrsJones_Merton That is a great way to communicate! #edprep https://t.co/0hoFPdMnJm

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4: We do a monthly video newsletter 4 parents: Here is the one from March https://t.co/SBH2XjJddj I also do a daily email 2 parents #edprep

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: Don't underestimate the power of a phone call! Frequent phone calls to new families is esp. important. #edprep

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:31 PM EDT

And call to praise your students too! It's easier to talk the bad when you've already doted on the good #edprep https://t.co/yl4nrd0eA7

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: Don't underestimate the power of a phone call! Frequent phone calls to new families is esp. important. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: interesting, I have heard that an email from every teachers is sometimes overwhelming. #edprep

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@MrsJones_Merton Phone calls are awesome. I like finding positives to share wheneve possible. #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@erod129 Awesome - thanks! I'm not familiar with it but would love to know more! #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:32 PM EDT

#edprep Question five in one minute

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4 #edprep How about a class blog or twitter feed? Any success with those?

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@calebhudgens @erod129 Thks, guys! It's all done by the Ss. I provide a checklist to cover all topics & they make the script! Done! #edprep

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Q5 When it is your turn to ask a question during the interview, what would you ask and why? #edprep https://t.co/dYJR83hnwp

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@erod129 I will be sure to get back to you as soon as I put something together! #edprep

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@erod129 @MrsJones_Merton has a class twitter account, and our school has one, too. @jonesclass103 @mertonint #edprep

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@calebhudgens Absolutely! I call it making "deposits." That way when you have to make a "withdrawl" it's much easier to do! #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A5: I am impressed when a T asks about school culture, how Ss success is addressed #edprep

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:34 PM EDT

I would like to be friends now. #edprep https://t.co/UvpOyQxXL9

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@calebhudgens Absolutely! I call it making "deposits." That way when you have to make a "withdrawl" it's much easier to do! #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A5 Are there opportunities for prof. development with other fac/staff? How frequently do fac/staff collaborate? #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@posickj We have two active principals on twitter. I wish there were more. We are trying! #edprep https://t.co/lu67lwoFoL

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@erod129 @MrsJones_Merton has a class twitter account, and our school has one, too. @jonesclass103 @mertonint #edprep

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A5 Ask about opportunities for professional development in the district about topics ur interested in. Give them hope in your future #edprep

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@calebhudgens Done! I already followed you! I'm jealous that you're a GCT Level TWO! I just got my level 1! #edprep

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A5 My favorite question- What makes this school a great place to teach and learn? #edprep https://t.co/45cd651scj

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Q5 When it is your turn to ask a question during the interview, what would you ask and why? #edprep https://t.co/dYJR83hnwp

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@Samuel_Wallace2 Yes yes yes! #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5: what about demographics? what kinds of ?s are good to ask? @posickj #edprep

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Keep it up! You got this! #edprep #GAFE https://t.co/ilYq3aGnog

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@calebhudgens Done! I already followed you! I'm jealous that you're a GCT Level TWO! I just got my level 1! #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@calebhudgens Love that we are thinking along the same lines! #edprep

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5 Ask how your team will function. Is there PLC or planning time together? #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:39 PM EDT

#edprep Question six in one minute

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@erod129 @erod129 I'd be happy to connect with them and provide some pressure to try it out. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5: what activities are available for Ts to participate in with Ss? #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:40 PM EDT

#edprep Question six: https://t.co/d7HOoLqXaB

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5 My last student teaching placement had a shorter Wed schedule with block of time dedicated to prof. development & collaboration #edprep

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5: "Why in the @#%$!^ haven't you hired me yet?" What?????????? I think that's a great question! Tee-hee! :) #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@posickj I believe you already know @chae_michelle and the other is @212lisaann #edprep https://t.co/42ggCWxZlv

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@erod129 @erod129 I'd be happy to connect with them and provide some pressure to try it out. #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A6 Focus on how your strengths can add to the school, district, & community. Talk about what you can do for them #edprep #servantleadership

calebhudgens May 3 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A6 Hit your three biggest highlights -- your wow factors. Be positive and confident -- and smile :) #edprep

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A6 Share your passion for learning, your teamwork, and your greatest accomplishment proudly. #edprep https://t.co/QaTgCFAPhd

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:40 PM EDT

#edprep Question six: https://t.co/d7HOoLqXaB

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A6 @posickj do letters of reference still have bearing on your choice for recommending an applicant? #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6 include a section of your web page for accolades. You can scan all your certificates and tell about your accomplishments #edprep

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@erod129 I read all letters, they can get you in the door, but the reference calls are even more important. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A6: #edprep Who should you choose as a reference? https://t.co/Ee7CQ5HeLG

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@erod129 I read all letters, they can get you in the door, but the reference calls are even more important. #edprep

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6: I would talk about my passion 4 teaching, how I think about my class 24/7, & how I'm willing 2 try new ideas I learn on twitter! #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@posickj @erod129 My college professors talk about the importance of calls all the time. "Get me on the phone and I'll talk n talk" #edprep

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6 Great follow up question! New teachers- college advisor, cooperating teacher, administrator. #edprep https://t.co/xl6sZ3cvnO

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A6: #edprep Who should you choose as a reference? https://t.co/Ee7CQ5HeLG
- posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:44 PM EDT
  
  @erod129 I read all letters, they can get you in the door, but the reference calls are even more important. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:46 PM EDT

#edprep Question seven in one minute

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@MrsJones_Merton Definitely highlight that you are willing to grow and try new things! #edprep https://t.co/BnyioDHRl8

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6: I would talk about my passion 4 teaching, how I think about my class 24/7, & how I'm willing 2 try new ideas I learn on twitter! #edprep

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@erod129 References should include the entire school community: board members, Ss, colleagues, Principals. Show the whole picture. #edprep

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Q7 What are some topics you would like to discuss in our next #edprep chat? https://t.co/dp7hZflhWf

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@posickj Could you (or the @mertonint superintendent) watch me teach sometime? Would love you both as potential references! #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@Samuel_Wallace2 @posickj Google Hangout? #edprep https://t.co/ML0ArN4jmc

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@posickj Could you (or the @mertonint superintendent) watch me teach sometime? Would love you both as potential references! #edprep

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@Samuel_Wallace2 @posickj @mertonint 'atta boy, Sam! Way to be brave, take a risk, and stick your neck out there! #edprep

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@Samuel_Wallace2 I'd be happy to observe you teach. Just sign up on my door. Ask @niemczykc how to do it! #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A7 What are "hot" topics in the world of education? Any key buzz words, theorists, strategies we should be aware of? #edprep

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@erod129 @Samuel_Wallace2 @posickj Oh, Eric!When you say GHO, I get all tingly! We do them a lot w/ authors & other classes! Luv! #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@MrsJones_Merton @posickj @mertonint Thank you for your continued support! Can't wait to stop in and see your students soon! #edprep

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@Samuel_Wallace2 Twitter, edcamps, Google Hang Outs, connect your class with the outside world. Go beyond your 4 classroom walls! #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@erod129 @posickj I would love to virtually welcome you to my classroom in the future, Eric! #edprep

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@Samuel_Wallace2 @posickj @mertonint That will be a blast! I know my kids will love you! Your smile alone, just rocks! #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:52 PM EDT

It would be my pleasure! @Samuel_Wallace2 #edprep https://t.co/gsDw94h3Ud

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@erod129 @posickj I would love to virtually welcome you to my classroom in the future, Eric! #edprep

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A7 Developing powerful relationships with students, staff, and families. The 1st days of student teaching. #edprep https://t.co/QkzQ7S4jsQ

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Q7 What are some topics you would like to discuss in our next #edprep chat? https://t.co/dp7hZflhWf

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:53 PM EDT

#edprep @Samuel_Wallace2 Differentiation, Rigor, Formative/Summative Assessment, Metacognition https://t.co/Gb4u3prMAw

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A7 What are "hot" topics in the world of education? Any key buzz words, theorists, strategies we should be aware of? #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@MrsJones_Merton Our Google Expedition opportunity a few weeks ago @mertonint was an awesome way to look at the world differently! #edprep

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A7 Connecting colleges and universities of education with schools and classrooms. #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:54 PM EDT

#edprep A7 Tech integration, 1:1, or BYOD, Google apps for Ed

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@Samuel_Wallace2 @mertonint That was an awesome experience! The Ss loved it! #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@erod129 Differentiation & Assessment are 2 that I am definitely interested in. I would like to improve infor. assessments in class #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:56 PM EDT

#edprep Well guys, gotta put the boy to bed! So glad we broke ground and got this much needed chat started! Thank you!!

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@Samuel_Wallace2 I have lots of resources and ideas. Let me know when you would like to connect! #edprep https://t.co/12dQBehtki

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@erod129 Differentiation & Assessment are 2 that I am definitely interested in. I would like to improve infor. assessments in class #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@posickj My professors love hearing from teachers in the field so they can keep us students up 2 date on the real world of teaching! #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@erod129 Thanks for the awesome co-host! Already looking forward to next week! #edprep

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@erod129 Thanks, Eric, for taking a risk with me in starting #edprep. We hope to give this a try again 5/17. Spread the word!

Samuel_Wallace2 May 3 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@erod129 Definitely will do - thank you! #edprep

erod129 - Moderator May 3 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A big thanks to you too @posickj & @Samuel_Wallace2 @calebhudgens @MrsJones_Merton for our chat!! #edprep https://t.co/1Se4G9n786

posickj - Moderator May 3 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@erod129 Thanks, Eric, for taking a risk with me in starting #edprep. We hope to give this a try again 5/17. Spread the word!

MrsJones_Merton May 3 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Thank you @posickj & @erod129 4 an exciting hour of learning! Gr8 chat! #edprep made me want2 do Ss Teaching all over! #besodifferent!