#IEedchat Archive

#IEedchat is a great way for Inland Empire (California) educators to share teaching strategies, educational resources, and more.
Monday January 9, 2017
10:30 PM EST
  • ieedchat - Moderator Jan 9 @ 10:30 PM EST
    Welcome to #IEedchat. Tonight we'll discuss New Year's Resolutions for our profession. We will be using the Q1:A1 format.
  • participatechat Jan 9 @ 10:30 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #IEedchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/kBC0NA1bMS
  • ieedchat - Moderator Jan 9 @ 10:30 PM EST
    Q0: Introduce yourself and share a really bad idea for a New Year's resolution. #IEedchat
  • jswilliams Jan 9 @ 10:32 PM EST
    Joseph Williams Executive Director of Technology Bad New Year’s Resolution: Start watching reality TV #IEedchat
  • AshleyMSJC5 Jan 9 @ 10:32 PM EST
    A0: Tom Ashley, TOSA in the @PUHSD. I'd like to stop the attempt to gut 15 billion in federal Title I funding to go to vouchers. #IEedchat
    In reply to @puhsd
  • mark_synnott Jan 9 @ 10:33 PM EST
    A0: Mark Synnott. Tech coach for @puhsd. I think eating one's weight in chocolate is probably a bad New Year's resolution. #IEedchat
    In reply to @puhsd
  • shane_pinnell Jan 9 @ 10:33 PM EST
    A0: Shane with @puhsd, eating more donuts. #ieedchat
    In reply to @puhsd
  • Simonometry Jan 9 @ 10:33 PM EST
    A0: Eddie, Ed Tech Coordinator, Coachella Valley USD, anything extrinsic. Change must come from within #ieedchat
  • rguztec Jan 9 @ 10:33 PM EST
    A0:Roberto Guzman Tech Coach @CMIPerris @puhsd A bad resolution is an extreme resolution, like no Coffee and youre a coffee snob #IEedchat
    In reply to @CMIPerris, @puhsd
  • CandaceReines Jan 9 @ 10:33 PM EST
    Ouch! But to keep keeping up with reality TV...would that be ok?#IEedchat
    In reply to @jswilliams
  • Simonometry Jan 9 @ 10:34 PM EST
    Haha yeah probably not a good idea LOL #IEedchat
    • mark_synnott Jan 9 @ 10:33 PM EST
      A0: Mark Synnott. Tech coach for @puhsd. I think eating one's weight in chocolate is probably a bad New Year's resolution. #IEedchat
      In reply to @puhsd
  • rguztec Jan 9 @ 10:34 PM EST
    I love the Donut Man in Glendora, you ever been? #IEedchat
    In reply to @shane_pinnell, @puhsd
  • ieedchat - Moderator Jan 9 @ 10:34 PM EST
    Q1 is coming up. #IEedchat
  • TrPatel20 Jan 9 @ 10:34 PM EST
    A0: Hi All, This is Sonal, an IC from @RomolandSD - hmmm a bad idea is to stop drinking coffee... DON'T DO IT.Happy New Yr folks! #ieedchat
    In reply to @RomolandSD
  • MathButler Jan 9 @ 10:34 PM EST
    Jed - Tech TOSA / Math Geek @puhsd @HeritageHSPats A0: Resolve to avoid social interactions. #badresolutions #IEedchat
    In reply to @puhsd, @HeritageHSPats
  • Chrisjlara24 Jan 9 @ 10:35 PM EST
    A0: Chris Lara 8th grade history. Bad resolution would be McDonald's for breakfast lunch and dinner all year #IEedchat
  • CandaceReines Jan 9 @ 10:35 PM EST
    A0: Candace Reines @puhsd A bad resolution would be to eat more and exercise less? I'm not as clever as the rest of you! #IEedchat
    In reply to @puhsd
  • ieedchat - Moderator Jan 9 @ 10:35 PM EST
    Q1: Describe one thing you'd like to start, stop, or continue in your profession as 2017 begins. #IEedchat
  • jswilliams Jan 9 @ 10:36 PM EST
    A1: Continue trusting in teacher leadership. #IEedchat
  • DeatraLee_Edu Jan 9 @ 10:36 PM EST
    A0: Deatra Lee, Tech TOSA @puhsd, eat unhealthy food #IEedchat
    In reply to @puhsd
  • rguztec Jan 9 @ 10:36 PM EST
    I did Mcdonalds breakfast for 3 months once every day and did lose 20 lbs. Reason was calorie restriction #IEedchat
    In reply to @Chrisjlara24
  • MathButler Jan 9 @ 10:36 PM EST
    One of my favorite YT videos: https://t.co/AGCnfszx98 #IEedchat #TheGreatestAddictionEver
    In reply to @TrPatel20
  • DeatraLee_Edu Jan 9 @ 10:36 PM EST
    I am right there with you! :) #IEedchat
    In reply to @CandaceReines
  • MathButler Jan 9 @ 10:36 PM EST
    Didn't some guy try that, like for real. #IEedchat
    In reply to @Chrisjlara24
  • Simonometry Jan 9 @ 10:36 PM EST
    Yeah we all know what happens after watching Supersize Me lol #ieedchat
    • Chrisjlara24 Jan 9 @ 10:35 PM EST
      A0: Chris Lara 8th grade history. Bad resolution would be McDonald's for breakfast lunch and dinner all year #IEedchat
  • TrPatel20 Jan 9 @ 10:37 PM EST
    I TRIED IT....It didn't last more than 3 days... not worth it. I say enjoy it every day! #ieedchat
    In reply to @rguztec, @CMIPerris, @puhsd
  • DeatraLee_Edu Jan 9 @ 10:37 PM EST
    A1: continue to learn, grow and help children #IEedchat
  • rguztec Jan 9 @ 10:37 PM EST
    A1:Stop the constant whining and negativity in Education, let's stay positive and optimistic #IEedchat
  • shane_pinnell Jan 9 @ 10:38 PM EST
    A1: Start programming more, it really scratches the creative itch. Stop doing too much. Continue to do my best to support learning #ieedchat
  • Simonometry Jan 9 @ 10:38 PM EST
    A1: I want to continue to learn from others by starting to expand my use of other social media platforms (i.e. Periscope, Voxer) #ieedchat
  • CandaceReines Jan 9 @ 10:38 PM EST
    If you mean on the (lack of) cleverness, and not the eating, I say we have way better strengths! Girls rule! #ieedchat
    In reply to @DeatraLee_Edu
  • rguztec Jan 9 @ 10:38 PM EST
    I have as well, it's to extreme. I did compensate once with Tea and worked out for a while. #IEedchat
    In reply to @TrPatel20, @CMIPerris, @puhsd
  • mark_synnott Jan 9 @ 10:38 PM EST
    A1: I want to continue to grow as an educator of students and adults. #IEedchat #safeanswer
  • judykaylane Jan 9 @ 10:38 PM EST
    A1: continue blogging w/Ss #observeme tomorrow #IEedchat
  • Simonometry Jan 9 @ 10:39 PM EST
    Nice! #ieedchat
    In reply to @rguztec, @Chrisjlara24
  • AshleyMSJC5 Jan 9 @ 10:39 PM EST
    A1: I'd like to see more EMBEDDED content and less LINKS to MSWord or Ppoints in our LMS's. #IEedchat
  • MathButler Jan 9 @ 10:39 PM EST
    A1: Continue to learn Start more routine schedules to visit teachers. Build good habits #IEedchat
  • ieedchat - Moderator Jan 9 @ 10:39 PM EST
    Q1b: What "new thing" have you tried in the classroom or on the job that didn't work for you? #IEedchat
  • AssignmentHelpN Jan 9 @ 10:40 PM EST
    17 for ’17: Experts on E-learning & EdTech Trends for 2017 https://t.co/I9aiwWWsrV #ieedchat #edchat #edtech #SpeakOut
  • MathButler Jan 9 @ 10:40 PM EST
    Or at least embeddable content, something that is more web-based #IEedchat
    In reply to @AshleyMSJC5
  • TrPatel20 Jan 9 @ 10:40 PM EST
    Ha- Thanks @MathButler Love it...Feel better about drinking it now..."Caffeine helps us work smarter & faster!" #ieedchat
  • mark_synnott Jan 9 @ 10:40 PM EST
    A1b: Someone told me to try Microsoft OneNote. Didn't work for me. Too slow and didn't update as fast as Google Keep. #IEedchat
  • MathButler Jan 9 @ 10:41 PM EST
    A1b: Paperless, a while back. Not the right balance for me. https://t.co/diKD9K6xvd #IEedchat
  • shane_pinnell Jan 9 @ 10:41 PM EST
    A1b: I’ve been trying different project management tools, but don’t feel successful with them. #ieedchat
  • CandaceReines Jan 9 @ 10:41 PM EST
    A1: Continue being as involved as I can in non traditional CBO things and continue to inspire others to balance with passion #IEedchat
  • Chrisjlara24 Jan 9 @ 10:42 PM EST
    A1: id like to continue trying different strategies and getting better at PBL #IEedchat
  • Ixy_pixy Jan 9 @ 10:42 PM EST
    A0 I'm an ESL instructor at a university. I don't make resolutions...is that a bad idea in itself?#IEedchat
  • arceheritageHS Jan 9 @ 10:42 PM EST
    A1: Continue advocating for student success, especially for belief in ALL as #IEedchat
  • AshleyMSJC5 Jan 9 @ 10:42 PM EST
    A1B: I once did an experiential lesson using candy in place of money to show the distribution of capital and Ss ate all the candy. #IEedchat
  • ieedchat - Moderator Jan 9 @ 10:42 PM EST
    Q2 in 1 minute. #IEedchat
  • rguztec Jan 9 @ 10:43 PM EST
    A1B: Cannot remember one thing, but there has been many that did not work. If I don't like it, I move on to something I do like #IEedchat
  • TrPatel20 Jan 9 @ 10:43 PM EST
    A1b) Prepping for a PD the night before..not a good idea... #IEedchat
  • Ixy_pixy Jan 9 @ 10:43 PM EST
    A1 I'd like to continue exploring writing strategies for STEM ESL students. Also want to stop using so much paper #IEedchat
  • Simonometry Jan 9 @ 10:43 PM EST
    A1b: So far OneNote working ok, but OneDrive is still not as clean or efficient as Google Drive #ieedchat
    • mark_synnott Jan 9 @ 10:40 PM EST
      A1b: Someone told me to try Microsoft OneNote. Didn't work for me. Too slow and didn't update as fast as Google Keep. #IEedchat
  • CandaceReines Jan 9 @ 10:43 PM EST
    A1b: #20time for ALL didn't quite get off the ground like I'd hoped but for some, the most passionate it did and we'll keep moving #IEedchat
  • ieedchat - Moderator Jan 9 @ 10:43 PM EST
    Q2: If you could suggest a resolution for all schools, what would it be? #IEedchat
  • jswilliams Jan 9 @ 10:44 PM EST
    A2: Meet students at the door every period. So simple. So needed. #IEedchat
  • MathButler Jan 9 @ 10:44 PM EST
    I think we can customize how resolutions are structured, My wife and I do a pair of Do ___, Don't ___ each month. #IEedchat
    In reply to @Ixy_pixy
  • DeatraLee_Edu Jan 9 @ 10:44 PM EST
    A1b: I tried having appointment times with teachers, didn't work out as well as I hoped #IEedchat
  • AshleyMSJC5 Jan 9 @ 10:44 PM EST
    A2: EASY: Stop focusing on the success of MOST students and commit to focusing on success of ALL students. #IEedchat
  • TrPatel20 Jan 9 @ 10:44 PM EST
    A1)Start:Using data to inform PD decisions..Stop:Thinking about what we can’t & focus on the CAN..Continue: Collaborating #IEedchat
  • massignmenthelp Jan 9 @ 10:45 PM EST
    10 Ways to read textbooks effectively https://t.co/0iOcFyoUbb #ieedchat #edchat #edtech #SpeakOut
  • rguztec Jan 9 @ 10:45 PM EST
    You just reminded me of that, I had an epic fail with that. #IEedchat
    In reply to @DeatraLee_Edu
  • Simonometry Jan 9 @ 10:45 PM EST
    Yeah I used some good old fashioned post-its today to do some calculations and it felt good #ieedchat
  • Chrisjlara24 Jan 9 @ 10:45 PM EST
    A1b: I over did rewards last year and they totally lost their value. Learned less is more and stickers work better #IEedchat
  • Ixy_pixy Jan 9 @ 10:45 PM EST
    A1b Idk if it counts as new, but it was new for my Ss. Blackboard was awful as an LMS. My Ss hated it. Doesn't work 4 me either. #IEedchat
  • mark_synnott Jan 9 @ 10:45 PM EST
    A2: Concentrate on grading the quality of student's work and proof of knowledge besides the quantity of work completed. #IEedchat
  • EdTechAri Jan 9 @ 10:45 PM EST
    a2 - Clearly define your mission and use it as a litmus test for decision making. #ieedchat (BTW hi all!)
  • CandaceReines Jan 9 @ 10:45 PM EST
    A1, again. I did make a resolution this year to learn Spanish. So far I'm still just 6% fluent per @duolingo #IEedchat 😂
    In reply to @duolingo
  • peacockbruin Jan 9 @ 10:45 PM EST
    A1b 20 time DID NOT work for me. At all. Julia here. Late to the party. #ieedchat
  • rguztec Jan 9 @ 10:46 PM EST
    A2:It's not about you, it's about the Students. So constantly strive to give them what is best for them #IEedchat
  • Simonometry Jan 9 @ 10:46 PM EST
    what tools have you been using for project management? #ieedchat
    In reply to @shane_pinnell
  • Ixy_pixy Jan 9 @ 10:46 PM EST
    I prefer this way better than year long commitments. #ieedchat
    In reply to @MathButler
  • arceheritageHS Jan 9 @ 10:46 PM EST
    A2: Commit to the collaborative PLC process to focus on student learning and share ideas that work #IEedchat
  • Chrisjlara24 Jan 9 @ 10:46 PM EST
    A2: make time to celebrate all students not just the athletes #IEedchat
  • Simonometry Jan 9 @ 10:47 PM EST
    yeah same here why waste time trying to fit a square peg in a round hole #ieedchat
    In reply to @rguztec
  • judykaylane Jan 9 @ 10:47 PM EST
    still use stickers from time to time :) #IEedchat
    In reply to @Chrisjlara24
  • TrPatel20 Jan 9 @ 10:47 PM EST
    A2) For everyone to offer solutions to problems - beats complaining! #IEedchat
  • peacockbruin Jan 9 @ 10:47 PM EST
    A2 Be it resolved that CA will review Williams Act so Ss have access to current sci and soc st info outside outdated textbook!!! #ieedchat
  • ieedchat - Moderator Jan 9 @ 10:48 PM EST
    Q2b: What resolution would you suggest for your school or organization? #IEedchat
  • Ixy_pixy Jan 9 @ 10:48 PM EST
    A2 Include input from teachers, especially when making decisions that affect them and Ss in the classroom. #IEedchat
  • rguztec Jan 9 @ 10:48 PM EST
    Failure to master some things has allowed me to expand and become a better Teacher #IEedchat
    In reply to @Simonometry
  • DeatraLee_Edu Jan 9 @ 10:48 PM EST
    A2: Focus on empathy, it helps us understand the WHY of what we do #IEedchat
  • Simonometry Jan 9 @ 10:48 PM EST
    A2: Embrace diff. methods for professional learning. Don't be afraid of social media, unconferences, or other non-trad. methods #ieedchat
  • CandaceReines Jan 9 @ 10:48 PM EST
    A2: Find ways to connect with students. They need us! #IEedchat
  • MathButler Jan 9 @ 10:48 PM EST
    A2: Encourage & celebrate risks in the classroom, require articulation of what was learned. Ok to fail, but learning is expected. #IEedchat
  • AshleyMSJC5 Jan 9 @ 10:49 PM EST
    A2b: I'd ask Ts to break out of their routines and take more control of their own professional development and try new things. #IEedchat
  • shane_pinnell Jan 9 @ 10:49 PM EST
    A2: embrace your mission and constantly ask if what you are doing gets you closer to it. #ieedchat
  • MathButler Jan 9 @ 10:49 PM EST
    Holla! Ari's in the house #IEedchat
    In reply to @EdTechAri
  • TrPatel20 Jan 9 @ 10:49 PM EST
    Extremely important but often undervalued. I absolutely agree! #ieedchat
    In reply to @Ixy_pixy
  • rguztec Jan 9 @ 10:49 PM EST
    A2: Stay positive and celebrate all student success #IEedchat
  • EdTechAri Jan 9 @ 10:50 PM EST
    Seriously right! I think this applies to districts, schools, grades levels, departments, teachers and students! #ieedchat
    • Simonometry Jan 9 @ 10:48 PM EST
      A2: Embrace diff. methods for professional learning. Don't be afraid of social media, unconferences, or other non-trad. methods #ieedchat
  • peacockbruin Jan 9 @ 10:50 PM EST
    A2b Team building for Ts. Mandatory instead of PD. We barely know or care about each other. Not good for Ss. #ieedchat
  • mark_synnott Jan 9 @ 10:50 PM EST
    A2b: Some Ts and staff need to look deep within this year and remember why they became educators. Ss need passionate teachers. #IEedchat
  • ieedchat - Moderator Jan 9 @ 10:51 PM EST
    Q3 is on the way. #IEedchat
  • DeatraLee_Edu Jan 9 @ 10:51 PM EST
    A2b: Aha moment from training last week, our goal is to break the poverty cycle, let's resolve to make it happen for our students #IEedchat
  • MathButler Jan 9 @ 10:51 PM EST
    A2b: I would 2nd my earlier response. A simple, concrete add-on though would be meet Ss at the door, everyday, everyone. #IEedchat
  • Chrisjlara24 Jan 9 @ 10:51 PM EST
    A2b: Ts to observe each other more. I learn so much when watching my colleagues #IEedchat
  • rguztec Jan 9 @ 10:52 PM EST
    A2b: Stay positive and celebrate all student success #IEedchat
  • ieedchat - Moderator Jan 9 @ 10:52 PM EST
    Q3: Why do some resolutions fail? Why do some succeed?#IEedchat
  • Simonometry Jan 9 @ 10:52 PM EST
    Agreed! #ieedchat
    • rguztec Jan 9 @ 10:48 PM EST
      Failure to master some things has allowed me to expand and become a better Teacher #IEedchat
      In reply to @Simonometry
  • peacockbruin Jan 9 @ 10:52 PM EST
    A2b also: Less DO responsibility for school leadership so they can meet and really know Ss #ieedchat
  • MathButler Jan 9 @ 10:53 PM EST
    I like where you're going. Community is important to school health and maybe we treat it too much like a business. #IEedchat
    In reply to @peacockbruin
  • Chrisjlara24 Jan 9 @ 10:53 PM EST
    A3: sometimes the resolution is too broad to meet and needs to be chunked in order to be successful #IEedchat
  • rguztec Jan 9 @ 10:53 PM EST
    A3:Some things don't fit what you have and so you have to search for what does fit at that moment. Living things constantly change #IEedchat
  • jswilliams Jan 9 @ 10:53 PM EST
    A3: Resolutions succeed when you take your big goal and set small goals along the way. #IEedchat
  • EdTechAri Jan 9 @ 10:53 PM EST
    A3- Lack of planning, resources and motivation. Without these things it's a floundering ship lost at sea. #ieedchat
  • AshleyMSJC5 Jan 9 @ 10:53 PM EST
    A3: Most resolutions are aspirational. Those tend to fail. But goals that are reasonable and concrete can succeed. #IEedchat
  • mark_synnott Jan 9 @ 10:54 PM EST
    Perfectly said. #IEedchat
    • AshleyMSJC5 Jan 9 @ 10:53 PM EST
      A3: Most resolutions are aspirational. Those tend to fail. But goals that are reasonable and concrete can succeed. #IEedchat
  • AshleyMSJC5 Jan 9 @ 10:54 PM EST
    I wish I would have written this.... #IEedchat
    In reply to @jswilliams
  • MathButler Jan 9 @ 10:54 PM EST
    A3: Failure of resolution: 1) Lack of structure 2) Goal is fuzzy/hard to measure actions against, 3) Unpopular #IEedchat
  • DeatraLee_Edu Jan 9 @ 10:54 PM EST
    A3: resolutions succeed when a clear plan is in place & understanding it will be a process to get there #IEedchat
  • Simonometry Jan 9 @ 10:54 PM EST
    A3: It's a combination of willpower, resiliency, and support (both for oneself and from others) #ieedchat
  • peacockbruin Jan 9 @ 10:54 PM EST
    A3 Fail: not enough practice. Give up too easily. Succeed: believe the journey is worth the blood, sweat, tears. #ieedchat
  • CandaceReines Jan 9 @ 10:55 PM EST
    A3: resolutions succeed or fail based in supports. Let all resolve to support each other! #IEedchat
  • ieedchat - Moderator Jan 9 @ 10:55 PM EST
    Q3b: How can we support each other in working toward our resolutions? #IEedchat
  • MathButler Jan 9 @ 10:56 PM EST
    This guy found some weird reverse psychology with failed goals. https://t.co/ABRwQ7yUzF Not sure that I agree w/ the perspective. #IEedchat
  • Simonometry Jan 9 @ 10:56 PM EST
    Definitely! There has to be a road map in order to succeed with any goal #ieedchat
    • jswilliams Jan 9 @ 10:53 PM EST
      A3: Resolutions succeed when you take your big goal and set small goals along the way. #IEedchat
  • AshleyMSJC5 Jan 9 @ 10:57 PM EST
    A3b: Well, I guess it would be a good idea to share your resolutions w/your peers & family, but that opens you up to scrutiny, LOL #IEedchat
  • Chrisjlara24 Jan 9 @ 10:57 PM EST
    A3b: have a buddy to do the resolution with and act like spotters for each other. Never give up, never surrender #IEedchat
  • TrPatel20 Jan 9 @ 10:57 PM EST
    A3) We have to believe in it enough... If I truly believed coffee was bad for me..i'd stop...coffee helps me spill my brains! #IEedchat
  • MathButler Jan 9 @ 10:57 PM EST
    A3b: Share success and failure, mark/measure it in concrete ways Avoid being judgy but still give honest feedback. #IEedchat
  • shane_pinnell Jan 9 @ 10:57 PM EST
    A3: biting off more than you can chew, leads to frustration and failure. #ieedchat
  • EdTechAri Jan 9 @ 10:57 PM EST
    A3B- I always try to send resources to people if I think they might need them. #ieedchat
  • mark_synnott Jan 9 @ 10:57 PM EST
    A3b: I think we can support each other by asking for each other's thoughts and then sticking around to hear the answer. #IEedchat
  • jswilliams Jan 9 @ 10:58 PM EST
    A3: We can support each other by sharing goals with others and encourage each other. #IEedchat
  • peacockbruin Jan 9 @ 10:58 PM EST
    A3b Listen with open mind. Be willing to change and compromise. Know when to step in & when to let the process happen naturally #ieedchat
  • Simonometry Jan 9 @ 10:58 PM EST
    A3b: Check in on others to see their progress. Provide tips and strategies to help them reach it. Friendly accountability helps #ieedchat
  • arceheritageHS Jan 9 @ 10:58 PM EST
    A3: Resolutions fail when they are not S.M.A.R.T. #IEedchat
  • judykaylane Jan 9 @ 10:58 PM EST
    A3: reasonable accessible goals, commitment, willingness to go out of comfort zone=success #IEedchat
  • TrPatel20 Jan 9 @ 10:58 PM EST
    A3b) Words of encouragement... #ieedchat
  • ieedchat - Moderator Jan 9 @ 10:59 PM EST
    Any final thoughts on New Year’s Resolutions? #IEedchat
  • peacockbruin Jan 9 @ 10:59 PM EST
    even if the answer differs from what we wanted to hear! #ieedchat
    In reply to @mark_synnott