#edumatch Archive
The mission of EduMatch is to connect educators around the world, along similar topics of interest.
Sunday May 22, 2016
6:00 PM EDT
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Please briefly introduce yourself, your location, and your role in education.
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I don't know all y'all, but I'm just here so I don't get fined!
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H.S. Teacher - Lover of Education.
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Hi everyone, I'm Irene from NJ. I teach writing at a community college
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Justin from Pittsburgh. I teach critical thinking and problem solving through the lens of math and science
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Hi . Shai from PA. I teach HS math. Not feeling great, but wanted to jump in on this conversation.
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Hey Justin! Great to see you!
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A1: B/Cremember what it was like as a struggling Ss & child. I know I can make a difference, it's my calling to do this for life.
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Hi, Carl from New Jersey.
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A1 I love knowledge and especially sharing it
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"I wanted to be a teacher so that I could provide every student with a voice!"- YES!
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Doug, 5th grade, OR, bombastic rock star frontman of a never ending education funk machine. Here til the Squish says I can't be
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Hi Irene! So glad to see you!
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Teaching feeds nicely into my megalomania!
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I just graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in special education.
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Awesome, Justin! Thanks for joining us!
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A1: I teach because I have always wanted to. Can't ever remember having any other dream. I love connecting with Ss.
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Thanks for joining us, Shai! Hope you feel better :)
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Hi Carl! Thanks for joining us!
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A1 The money and the fame, natch.
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I teach because it is the most rewarding feeling ever. I love helping people in any way, shape or form.
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Hey Doug!!!! Great to see you!
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Congratulations! Welcome, and thanks for joining us :)
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For sure, wouldn't have it any other way! ;p
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edu_match: JustinAion Hey Justin! Great to see you!
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edu_match: RT participatelrn: is in 10 minutes. Engage with your PLN by sharing ideas and resources at https://t.co/wVvTuCLb3U
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edu_match: Ms_PFlynn Great to see you!
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edu_match: IMD918 Hi Irene! So glad to see you!
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edu_match: slm12 Thanks for joining us, Shai! Hope you feel better :)
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edu_match: JustinAion Awesome, Justin! Thanks for joining us!
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edu_match: CCooperWWP Hi Carl! Thanks for joining us!
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edu_match: RT IMD918: A1 I love knowledge and especially sharing it
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edu_match: TheWeirdTeacher Hey Doug!!!! Great to see you!
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edu_match: RT JustinAion: "I wanted to be a teacher so that I could provide every student with a voice!"- YES!
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edu_match: RT slm12: A1: I teach because I have always wanted to. Can't ever remember having any other dream. I love connecting w…
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edu_match: MissCook1234 Congratulations! Welcome, and thanks for joining us :)
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edu_match: TheWeirdTeacher For sure, wouldn't have it any other way! ;p
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A1: We don't teach but we support passionate to help with the growth of Ss!
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A2: It's my calling and it's truly my passion. Each child is different and has their own little spark that needs lighting.
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That's awesome! Please tell us more about what you do.
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Every year, I get a new group of kids, each of whom give me a new reason to stay.
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A2: Wasn't going to until found . Now, I can't imagine doing anything else. I just love interacting w/ and helping Ss.
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very inspiring! Keep going Miss Cook:)
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A2: It's the one profession that creates all other professions-one of the most important jobs there is.
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A2 it's a rewarding experience when students succeed
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A1 It's what I've always wanted to do. It's the best. Pay it forward, grow the species, and kids are better than grown ups.
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A3: B/C ev Yr. I am placed in path of child who teaches me as much as I do them,& the thought of missing even once, keeps me up
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I dunno, I've seen those Ron Clark videos.
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A2: learning alongside the students!
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A2: My Ss are like family to me every year. I learn to love them and love seeing them succeed. Math isn't always Ss favorite sub
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I'm confused. Is it possible to leave? I think ALL jobs are teaching jobs.
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Everyone is a teacher. It's just a question of whether or not they are in a classroom.
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Teacher for good and bad too!
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A3: Know why you're going into it. It's too hard to do it if you don't LOVE it.
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A3: Get as many experiences as you can around kids, paid or volunteer.
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Second this a bazillion times.
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A1: a few consequential Ts changed my life & the person I became. I want to be a gentle force in the lives of Ss. I love teaching
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We're happy to see utilizing ! Tell us more about this experience
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My favorite nickname from a student: Big Homie.
That student is Little Homie.
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A3 Come play, we need the power. It ain't easy, but if it's in you then you need to do it. And breathe.
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Hello saw here, might as well jump in
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A3: Learn workplace politics, 2 earn positions where u can reach more Ss, u need this. It's sadly a business. Do it 4 the kids.
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A3: One of the hardest jobs, but one of the most rewarding jobs. Tears of joy, frustration, exhaustion is OK and expected.
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A2: I can about the welfare & opportunities for all kids. I want all kids to experience things, grow to become successful people
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YES!!! Can't wait to see you :)
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A3: don't focus on the negatives, you have the power to help a persons mind grow and there isn't a greater feeling.
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Yes, there are many careers one can pursue instead of teaching
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A4: Twitter chats and PLN! Mind blowing inspiration available 24-7
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Ohmygosh, so many questions!
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A2: I'm not content with status quo. I want to do better and be better for our Ss. Want to continue to push the envelope.
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Hahaha I love nicknames. My favorite one has been "grandma," the student, not me!
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A4: Seek out positive educators and avoid the naysayers when possible. Reach out virtually for chats and groups like
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a3. as someone who switched to Education, one must always volunteer/be in that environment, esp. go into diverse classrooms
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The word "rewarding" is very touching! What moments in ur teaching experience that made u feel this way
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hi everyone just joining in
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A4 Stop thinking about teaching for a day or two. Breathe. Then find why you're bumming. Refocus on a Good. Risk on something new
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Hahaha it's a short chat!
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A3: Be true to yourself and ur Students no matter what. If you can't do this, u need to look for another profession.
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do you think twitter helps in exploring and learning with Ss as u join ed communities?
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Hello, thanks so much for joining us!
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It's good to remember this is a long game. Fixes mindset
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A4: Connect with Ts from all over the world through , twitter, and . It really opens you up to be a much better T.
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A3: Get off your island and connect. Go learn and improve. Be sincere, empathetic & show respect in your classroom with Ss always
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A4: Visit a kindergarten class. They can help you see the importance and joy in the job!
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A3:Get experience sharing,facilitating, and working with Ss.Teaching is not just content knowledge but an art!
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Negativity is a virus, and it's insidious. It's spreads without noticing.
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i agree with you Miss cook! Helping a student getting an proper education is the best project one can work in
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Wow just learning about from my news feed! So so cool, bummed I missed tonight's chart
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A4: Find your people. This job is WAY too hard to do alone!
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A4: Always be real, Ss take everything personally, treat them as such. They are people, they deserve respect. Hard being a kid.
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A4: Remember why you started. Look on the faces of a room full of Ss who want you to help them be successful. Don't forget that
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A4. Sometimes you hav to step back & remember why u do it. Never lose sight of what Ts do
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A4: Ss who r loved at home, come 2 schl 2 learn, those not loved at home, come 2 school 2 b loved. High School included.
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A4: Some more advice. Always keep learning. Take risks! Your curriculum is NOT the most important. Ss are the most important.
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Yes! Connections trumps content 10 times out of 10! https://t.co/uSXyXnQLwp
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A4: Some more advice. Always keep learning. Take risks! Your curriculum is NOT the most important. Ss are the most important.
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A1: I teach because I love the light bulb going off and shining on others.
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A4. And of course, meet fellow educators who hav similar passions.
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I just knew about will try it out for sure! Thanks for the recommendation Shai :)
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Wait, make it about the kids? Are you suuuuure?
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A4: Go learn from great Ts who for years have impacted many lives. Don't be stagnant. Remember teaching is hard but so worth it
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A3: Get master teacher's help to find early comfort w/big-picture lore, e.g. UDL, inclusion, connectedness https://t.co/DA4pQADFMD
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Hey Thomas! Great to have you here!
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Hey Kate, welcome to the chat
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Ashara checking in late A2: to have a positive impact and develop a better world through interaction with Ss.
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edu_match: RT slm12: A4: Connect with Ts from all over the world through , twitter, and voxer. It really opens you up to …
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edu_match: RT CCooperWWP: A4: Visit a kindergarten class. They can help you see the importance and joy in the job!
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edu_match: RT shadow_uzumaki: A4. Sometimes you hav to step back & remember why u do it. Never lose sight of what Ts do
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edu_match: RT AngieMc85: Indeed! https://t.co/Ag1Nswr1Jn
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A4: Twitter chats and PLN! Mind blowing inspiration available 24-7
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edu_match: RT tlightrlc: I stay because it is my calling and I want to be a change agent for good. https://t.co/fqfI1J9GmX
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edu_match: RT tlightrlc: A1: I teach because I love the light bulb going off and shining on others.
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edu_match: RT slm12: A4: Some more advice. Always keep learning. Take risks! Your curriculum is NOT the most important. Ss are th…
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edu_match: shadow_uzumaki Hey Thomas! Great to have you here!
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edu_match: RT shadow_uzumaki: A4. And of course, meet fellow educators who hav similar passions.
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edu_match: RT JustinAion: Yes! Connections trumps content 10 times out of 10! https://t.co/xz87kXoCcg
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A4: Some more advice. Always keep learning. Take risks! Your curriculum is NOT the most important. Ss are the most important.
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edu_match: RT applePulp: A3: Get master teacher's help to find early comfort w/big-picture lore, e.g. UD… https://t.co/GggVYB5xcM
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absolutely....Ss are a detail that many unfortunately forget sometimes regarding education. 😞
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It took me more years than I like to admit to realize this. Now that I have, I try to teach all new teachers that.
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Me too! It's still hard to keep it at the forefront!
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A3 If you're not passionate about it consider something else.
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I stay inspired by looking for Ts I connect with in meaningful ways. I guess you could say they're my EduMatches. Eh? Eh? BOOM!
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A4: Remember that what you do changes lives, especially yours. Sometimes what we do is more than about us.
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We chat most Sundays at 6, atlhough prob. not next weekend. You can use the hashtag anytime to share!
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I find that hard to believe with you. Especially with state testing and all, but, it is an absolute must.
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We are creating a mobile app to help Ts connect with their Ss, share and collaborate safely in one free app
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LOL in my haste I thought this was a link to GHO :) Hi Sarah!
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A4: Remember that EVERYONE around you is a resource for lesson design, even non-instruct staff! Don't assume.
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When students can independently complete tasks they couldn't do previously and learn to write & read as a writer.
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A4 bring in our passions! Give yourself that permission and never look backs.All the difference in the world. work them in somehow
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A4: Relationships are the key to everything!
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dive in and surround yourself with driven people who love to learn!
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Is there a Q5 or is this a 30 min. chat?
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Remember the power of your words. I had a 90 yr old tell me something her T told her in 1st grade.
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for the kids who need support, see you as mentor, who needs to see positivity and push
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do you think trusting your Ss and allowing them to trust you too as a resource of knowledge is important too?
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Yes, but shouldnt hav Ss think that Ts are font of ALL knowledge
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While we wait, just want to say thanks for all the networking follows. I will follow back Love PD through networking.
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Hello! It's usually 15 min, give or take. We appreciate you joining us :)
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Thank You Patti! it was an amazing chat, we learned alot from each other :)
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Absolutely a relationship of trust and community is foundation for a teacher/student relationship.
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well said! Got your point
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Great tip! never stop learning https://t.co/vZ9n3JNY9N
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A4: Some more advice. Always keep learning. Take risks! Your curriculum is NOT the most important. Ss are the most important.
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I stay in education b/c I really believe that I can make a difference n Ss & adults. My high expectations makes everyone better
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Yes I agree! Ts facilitate and mediate S thinking not a vessel to pour out knowledge
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edu_match: Ms_PFlynn Hello! It's usually 15 min, give or take. We appreciate you joining us :)
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A3. Don't think this is a 9am to 3pm job w/ summers off of you're looking to really make difference in the lives of Ss & peers.
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A3. Be ready to deal with some adversity on a daily basis. Rewards may be few but great when lives r transformed b/c of your work
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striving to have Ss be self-sufficient, always a good life skill
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Next week takes a holiday break. Join us 6/5 for the next episode: Live in Action! Now seeking panelists. https://t.co/digWvg5G8i
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A2 I stay in education because I believe all students should have someone who wants to make learning fun and engaging
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A4 Twitter chats, peer observation, classroom visits, and conferences. Talk to other educators and share ideas.
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A3 Go do observations and see the work first hand. Remember that work doesn't stop at the last bell, it goes all year long
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A4. How much stronger r you after dealing w/ trials? Your building resiliency with each struggle. Preparation 4 teacher leadership
