#TCEA8Chat Archive
#TCEA8Chat brings together members from TCEA Area 8. Join us twice a month as we share innovative ideas for technology use in classrooms. Led by the TCEA Area 8 Director and members, we also welcome anyone else to join the conversations.
Thursday March 3, 2016
And we have liftoff.... starts now! Normally we start with Introductions then Q1. For tonight, Q1 is to introduce yourselves
Woo hooo I have 7:00 lets get it started
Q1: Normally we start w/intros, but so we can practice, start your intro w/ A1 and put at the end https://t.co/nnrKpdWwq8
Bonnye Nance, just moved to SSISD from Lewisville ISD almost a year ago...7th grade ELAR. Bach in Ed and MBA...love tech!
John Bimmerle, Instr Tech at Sulphur Springs. love to learn from others
A1: I’m Alyssa Butler. I teach freshman English at Sulphur Springs HS
A1: Scott S. Floyd, Dir. of Instructional Technology, White Oak ISD, TCEA Area 7!
A1: Beth Cole, choir at SSHS
A1: Stormy Cullum, Technology Integration Specialist at Liberty-Eylau ISD.
Thanks a ton for joining us Scott. I know you bring a wealth of info glad you are here
thanks for joining even though you have a ton going on!
A1: Kali Little, Instructional Technology Specialist, DeKalb ISD
A1: Brooke from Sulphur Springs ISD ITS
Welcome Kali thanks for joining and sharing your experience!
I will be curious to find out if we have lurkers and if we can get them to speak up tonight.
A1: Lori Gracey, TCEA Executive Director
Q2 being loaded now. Excited to have you all here, remember to put A2... at the start of your response to the Q and
Q2 being loaded now. Excited to have you all here, remember to put A2... at the start of your response to the Q and
thanks a lot for joining us Lori
Lori is one of my favorite people!
Wow, Bonnye, what a tremendous compliment! I'm blushing!!
Q2: What is your fav Twitter chat and why? Share hashtags, and if new to it all what would you want to find a chat about
TCEA: nancebl Wow, Bonnye, what a tremendous compliment! I'm blushing!!
TCEA: A1: Lori Gracey, TCEA Executive Director
What is your fav Twitter chat and why? Share hashtags, and if new to it all what would you want to find a chat about
Q2: What is your fav Twitter chat and why? Share hashtags, and if new to it all what would you want to find a chat about
Q2: Do not have one this is my first.....
A2 New, tech tools, integrating tech in ELAR
What things would you like to find a chat for? there are groups for everything
A2: I use/search and to find tips & tools for my teaching
Q2: I like lurking the . I'm not a principal but gain a lot from it.
A2: I don’t follow any specific chats on a regular basis, but I do like to catch up on and .
A2: I like to follow the hashtags of and to keep up with TX EDU advocacy works in Austin.
A2: so far this and are all I’ve done! Ice be interested to find some ELA or general secondary ed chats.
Great point there is a lot to be said about seeing what admins have to share and say https://t.co/3RDlURiheZ
Q2: I like lurking the . I'm not a principal but gain a lot from it.
other history teacher would be nice
be sure to check out the list that shared a few min ago. It has a ton
A1: jumping in late! Kirby Fowler, Hooks ISD, ITS!
Check out , which meets twice a month
A1: Colby Smith 3rd ELAR/SS Sulphur Springs Elementary
A2: I like and book chats!
glad you could make it. Jump right in we want your input
OOOHHH book chats! Great idea!
A2: This is a first for me...maybe I'll have a fav in the future!
welcome glad you could make it Question 3 about to be sent out
It's so good to see all the twitter'ers in our area! So happy to be connecting with all of you!
A2: I am new to the Twitter chat but would like to learn more about flip classrooms
Q3: grow your PLN. Who are your favorite follows and why? Newbies practice following people mentioned here. Click their names
Of course! That's what we're here for!!!
Q3: grow your PLN. Who are your favorite follows and why? Newbies practice following people mentioned here. Click their names
A3: I love . She always offers great resources.
A3 Techninjatodd! And THE J_bimmerle
A3: love following and but also following
Q3: Not anyone in particular..I follow and
are some that I am always sure to check out what they say
A3 Kasey Bell shares great info.
RT A1: Lori Gracey, TCEA Executive Director via
RT nancebl Wow, Bonnye, what a tremendous compliment! I'm blushing!! via
RT mrsbutler209 Of course! That's what we're here for!!! via
RT mrsbutler209 Check out , which meets twice a month via
RT A3: I love naomiharm. She always offers great resources. via
A3: Be sure to follow great thinkers, both those that you agree with and those you don’t.
Thanks so much for joining in glad you are here to share your wisdom! https://t.co/Qvvvl66hJT
RT A3: I love naomiharm. She always offers great resources. via
and are two former colleagues who were VERY influential in my tech-citement
A3: I found A TON of people I really enjoy through my other Twitter chat! Lots of great Ed info! Love anytime too
Keep the people to follow coming getting great suggestions!
Great point you can learn alot by following those with differing opinions https://t.co/18jF28xDft
A3: Be sure to follow great thinkers, both those that you agree with and those you don’t.
Q3 I have just added about 15 more to my PLN! :)
A3 I would also say the entire staff and board are worth a mention. They have taught me a TON
A3: never be afraid to unfollow! If they don't share things that are relevant to you.
A3: and more. So many to list.
Be sure that you click on the names mentioned here and follow. They are great resources
Great mentions. These three are great to follow.
true its hard to name all
I went to school with . She is a wealth of knowledge!!!
MT A3: Be sure to follow great thinkers, both those that you agree with and those you don’t. … https://t.co/m56TCcUeT2
A3: Be sure to follow great thinkers, both those that you agree with and those you don’t.
A3: But be careful about following too many at first as it can be overwhelming.
TCEA: mrsbutler209 Of course! That's what we're here for!!!
TCEA: mrsbutler209 Check out , which meets twice a month
TCEA: A3: But be careful about following too many at first as it can be overwhelming.
TCEA: A3: I love naomiharm. She always offers great resources.
Like a firehose. ;) https://t.co/l49Iy4eE85
TCEA: A3: But be careful about following too many at first as it can be overwhelming.
Q4 coming right up, awesome to think of all the info shared for those of you who are new to this.
Q4 What are the biggest benefits of expanding your PLN via social media? Share a favorite takeaway found through Twitter.
Q4 What are the biggest benefits of expanding your PLN via social media? Share a favorite takeaway found through Twitter.
MT Great point woscholar you can learn alot by following those with differing opinions … https://t.co/rKliWlvBBv
Great point you can learn alot by following those with differing opinions https://t.co/18jF28xDft
A3: Be sure to follow great thinkers, both those that you agree with and those you don’t.
Q4 The articles people link can be shared in PLC's and are great for learning!
Q4 Local, Regional and Global Resources!
A4 Ahidden benefit of Soc media for a PLN for Ts is that we are able to get a feel for how our Ss interact socially. Their norm
A4: I love that Twitter is available for me when I have time, which may be late at night. That puts me in control.
A4 insight...ideas...awareness...resources...etc etc etc
A3: Be sure to follow present and past award winners. They’re obviously doing something right. :)
A4: so many NEW ideas and ways of taking what you already have and making it BETTER!
A4: biggest benefit is finding other forward-thinking educators & new ideas for the classroom!
no need to change it, but start with A4 this time. :)
A4: I have found grants & contests I would have never known about! I won a contest & got to free last year
Remember you are not reinventing the wheel, you are simply making everything better!
A4: Anytime, anywhere learning that is relevant, applicable, and nurtures your passions!
A4: IDEAS, IDEAS, IDEAS! Connections, feedback, & ENCOURAGEMENT (boom).
Q4: New (free) learning tools to engage students help teachers. Learn, share, grow. Endless resources anytime, anywhere.
True We will make a collection of our resources and chat transcript and others can navigate later https://t.co/u7hBC03Mj7
A4: I love that Twitter is available for me when I have time, which may be late at night. That puts me in control.
A4: I second... except I've never done this and now am inspired to search search search for this https://t.co/NX8F9Xm257
A4: I have found grants & contests I would have never known about! I won a contest & got to free last year
A4: sent us goodies for tweeting! That's so awesome!
A4: The best learning I’ve ever had comes from the connections I’ve made on Twitter, bar none. Very smart educators sharing.
A4: I love that I can connect with others who share the same goals and ideas that I do.
A4: as a lone wolf, it makes the educational world much smaller and more connected
yes one of the hidden gems that shows the power. I use for contacting Cust Serv a lot
MT Remember you are not reinventing the wheel, you are simply making everything better! … https://t.co/nCTsdr2Oxz
Remember you are not reinventing the wheel, you are simply making everything better!
it is helpful when you dont have a large PLC to work with on your own campus for sure
A4: opportunities to assist others by sharing your learning as it happens, while also being assisted
Hi Debbie Boyer from Canyon ISD. A4: love all the learning, connections, & ideas I get from my PLN.
Love connecting with others! It's always nice to meet other people from the future :)
A4: When you don’t have the culture around you at school that promotes transformation, Twitter can keep you going & growing.
So glad you could join us from the Panhandle. Appreciate you taking the time to share
A4: Getting to brag on Ts & Ss!!
it can reinvigorate you for sure
A1 Shelly Brown DeKalb DMS ELA
recommend you follow and as well
A4: enthusiasm for learning and sharing can transform lives...seriously!
You're so good at putting positive vibes in the Twittersphere! I was so happy to see your post of P yesterday!
A4: connected learning can be, like I shared in group this AM like a jolt of caffeine! ;-)
Q5: What other methods beyond Twitter have you found to connect with other educators and grow your PLN?
MT Hi Debbie Boyer from Canyon ISD. A4: love all the learning, connections, & ideas I get from my PLN. … https://t.co/YfM00cRos0
Hi Debbie Boyer from Canyon ISD. A4: love all the learning, connections, & ideas I get from my PLN.
Q5: What other methods beyond Twitter have you found to connect with other educators and grow your PLN?
A5: I follow many different educational blogs and several people on teachers pay teachers.
A5: Facebook groups - I'm a choir director. I connected with a teacher in MO the other day and shared my lessons with OneNote
Q5: I use Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to see what other educators are up to!
Q4 My lessons plans have exploded with FRESH ideas thx 2 Twitter. Holograms, Ar,
Facebook Teachers Pay Teachers Instagram
A5: Attend conferences & Edcamps ( )!
A5 TCEA Instagram and EDcamps
How many of you are using for tonights chat? Share your feedback please
hey Beth, how was the experience? Was it easy to collaborate as well as share the material?
A5 cont- sometimes I creep on other people's follows! :)
Q5 Tried and true....Facebook. Oh and going to TCEA this year
A5: I admit, twitter is my go to! But I have been really loving our Google group! Going to great conferences!
A5 I found some great educators on Pinterest!
TCEA: A4: I love that Twitter is available for me when I have time, which may be late at night. That puts me in control.
TCEA: woscholar Perfect analogy, Scott.
It's been easy so far! I created a notebook we could both edit and share
A5: And the Birds of a Feather sessions at the Tots conference is also great for networking.
A5: Google+, TCEA, Tots and Tech, Region Center Conferences, iPadpalooza, Edcamps, Facebook, Pinterest...so many ways to grow.
A5: are two places...also Chk out blabchat and
I'm using ! I like the chat room format
I'm using it and loving it!
Ah yes i follow them all i believe
A5 Conferences, blogs, and coworkers have truly broadened my tech horizons!
Glad you made it! I love seeing my folks!
awesome to hear Beth, feel free to ask me or the wonderful humans at any questions!
Q6 on the horizon. Sorry I am trying to read and get them ready.
so right, Lori! TCEA website is my go to!
A5: Attending conferences and meeting up with those virtual friends. Stronger bonds and friendships are made.
A5: I also like Google+ for connecting with different groups.
You beat me to it Lori, I have a Scheduled tweet to mention the Community and TCEA site
A5: Also be sure to follow education blogs. They make for great reading and an opportunity to have conversations in the comments.
Q6: our final Q for the night What are some of the topics that you would like to discuss in future chats?
Q6: our final Q for the night What are some of the topics that you would like to discuss in future chats?
A6: this has been great! GAFE, flipped classroom, formative assessment... I love it all
A6: flip classroom, more interactive things for students to do! Just load me up with tech!
members remember to check all the benefits on the https://t.co/xwRQAdCLuY website. And if you are not a member, JOIN TODAY
Q6 Grant and contest hunting
A6: Formative assessments... GAFE... I have really ENJOYED tonight!
A6: Other ways we can connect the schools and educators in our area. GAFE.
Q6 Flip, leadership, motivation, encouragement, working with newbies, tools
Area 8 TCEA members, remember this is about YOU. Have ideas, lets get you set up as a co moderator for a future chat!
A6: once we are all connected, how do we flex our brain muscles to build a better tomorrow?
A6: I would like to hear/see about tech that you guys actually use! There are so many options I have a hard time picking one!
A6: relaying purposeful technology use students and colleagues
Takes three devices to keep up. You all ROCK
Its all good. I appreciate your help, BELIEVE ME!
A6 cont- Marketing tech to teachers and students
I second leadership! https://t.co/wBH4EQalUG
Q6 Flip, leadership, motivation, encouragement, working with newbies, tools
A6: cont., also motivating the unmotivated or "I'm a dinosaur" teachers to incorporate tech
A6: How did get so smart? What’s your favorite PD session you’ve attended and why? How do you overcome naysayers?
Q6 All of what those above me have said are great ideas
YESSSS!! https://t.co/shBx67q6xM
A6: cont., also motivating the unmotivated or "I'm a dinosaur" teachers to incorporate tech
I second this!!! It would be very helpful! https://t.co/TBZVZcuImt
A6: I would like to hear/see about tech that you guys actually use! There are so many options I have a hard time picking one!
A6 I always love finding out what new tools or tricks someone has found.
A6 I'm interested in flipped classrooms, student led learning with tech, and funding so I can get more tech for my kids!
Q7 this is not a formal question but before you leave, what can we do to encourage others to join us on March 21st?
A7 MARKETING, mock twitter chats for those dinosaurs--all in one room. I may have to throw a slumber party just for this purpose!
A7: I love the simple things like each one bring one (or two or three!).
A7: show them blurbs from this chat in non-email form. post it in the teachers' lounge and office
A7: keep doing what we are doing! It will only get better :)
I cant believe an hour is nearly up. Thanks for being here, transcript will be up in a few mins. Please share w/your colleagues
Great idea! https://t.co/0ja8gAaydc
A7: show them blurbs from this chat in non-email form. post it in the teachers' lounge and office
Wrapping up, please volunteer w/ . Each Area Dir. will gladly get you involved. Find yours here https://t.co/2z3Ic6wur2
Wrapping up, please volunteer w/ . Each Area Dir. will gladly get you involved. Find yours here https://t.co/GspSHtC3QP
A7: hold a Twitter basics class for those who are too nervous to try without assistance!
YES! this could be a presentation at the summer conference!
Teachers always like prizes ; ) does a great job at rewarding teachers
I think you are mistaken if you are trying to put me and smart in the same sentence!
TCEA: A5: And the Birds of a Feather sessions at the Tots conference is also great for networking.
TCEA: A7: I love the simple things like each one bring one (or two or three!).
TCEA: J_Bimmerle Sorry, John!
great idea keep it simple
John the Meme could be used for PR :)
yes thank you for sharing!
A7: Training. Encouragement. I hope I can get some of our staff and admin to come lurk...hopefully participate.
came in late when I saw mentioned my name. Lurking but loving what I see! W/O Twitter my PLN would be sparse!
now THAT is perfection!!!!!!!!!!!!!
hey now that is an internal thing now!
