#edumatch Archive
The mission of EduMatch is to connect educators around the world, along similar topics of interest.
Sunday July 9, 2017
6:00 PM EDT
edu_match
- Moderator
Jul 9 @ 6:00 PM EDT
Welcome to
#EduMatch
! Please introduce yourself with your name, location, and role in education.
@Mrnavas
mods:
https://t.co/Dw5Jh6pDPq
participatechat
Jul 9 @ 6:00 PM EDT
Participate in the upcoming
#edumatch
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/QcwMSvA9Ed
TechTia
Jul 9 @ 6:01 PM EDT
RT edu_match: Welcome to
#EduMatch
! Please introduce yourself with your name, location, and role in education. Mr…
https://t.co/AYMHNlZHjf
TG_Neil
Jul 9 @ 6:02 PM EDT
Hello,
#EduMatch
My name is Tammy from Florida. I teach CS in rural north Florida.
edu_match
- Moderator
Jul 9 @ 6:03 PM EDT
Q1. What are some ways you can or do incorporate coding/computer science into your classroom/school/district?
#edumatch
drduckii
Jul 9 @ 6:03 PM EDT
how to corral & prioritize all the learning things I want to do & share & be part of???
#CSTA2017
#EduMatch
#ISTE17
#TeachLikeTed
etc.
Rdene915
Jul 9 @ 6:03 PM EDT
#edumatch
Hi, Rachelle from Pittsburgh, teach Spanish and a course in
#STEAM
#emergingtech
, excited to learn!
In reply to @edu_match, @mrnavas
DonnaGaul
Jul 9 @ 6:04 PM EDT
Hi there,
#EduMatch
Donna, high school world language teacher from Indiana. I'm interested in learning more about coding.
tavia_clark
Jul 9 @ 6:04 PM EDT
A1. A good place to start is with CS Unplugged - intro Ss to CS fundamentals w/out needing devices.
https://t.co/FyifDxsH5C
#EduMatch
edu_match
- Moderator
Jul 9 @ 6:05 PM EDT
Check out our live video panel going on now at
https://t.co/Dw5Jh6pDPq
!
#edumatch
DevEducators
Jul 9 @ 6:05 PM EDT
A1: Students must learn the programmable turtles within MinecraftEDU for our various projects.
#edumatch
TechTia
Jul 9 @ 6:05 PM EDT
RT edu_match: Check out our live video panel going on now at
https://t.co/GkxMTwD6mf
!
#edumatch
https://t.co/e6dT1kZxIi
tavia_clark
Jul 9 @ 6:05 PM EDT
A1. A good place to start is with CS Unplugged - intro Ss to CS fundamentals w/out needing devices.
https://t.co/MhT0DVrDSf
#EduMatch
ToomersTitans
Jul 9 @ 6:05 PM EDT
#EduMatch
90: Maker Mindset and Coding
edu_match
- Moderator
Jul 9 @ 6:06 PM EDT
Q2. How do you use your makerspace to foster innovation and creativity with your students?
#edumatch
TG_Neil
Jul 9 @ 6:06 PM EDT
A1: I teach the AP CSP course in my school. Also share it across the district to try to get more involved.
#EduMatch
tavia_clark
Jul 9 @ 6:06 PM EDT
A1. I also love using
@codeorg
Hour of Code as a celebration of coding in school, rather than just a one day/week opp.
#EduMatch
DevEducators
Jul 9 @ 6:06 PM EDT
I will have to check out that link!
#EduMatch
In reply to @tavia_clark
tavia_clark
Jul 9 @ 6:07 PM EDT
Yes, they are fabulous and are a great place to start, esp if Ts feel a little hesitant.
#edumatch
In reply to @DevEducators
Rdene915
Jul 9 @ 6:07 PM EDT
#edumatch
A1 I have used
@codeorg
resources and joined in
#hourofcode
did some coding back in the 80s ;)
In reply to @edu_match, @codeorg
seanrussell311
Jul 9 @ 6:07 PM EDT
A1. It's so simple...
@SASeducator
CodeSnaps. 1 Sphero, 1 iPad, the free CodeSnaps app, endless instructional possibilities.
#edumatch
tavia_clark
Jul 9 @ 6:08 PM EDT
A2. As a school lib, I had themed Makerspace events in the library - let Ss suggest activities to create ownership & buy in.
#EduMatch
TG_Neil
Jul 9 @ 6:08 PM EDT
A2: I actually don't have a physical makerspace. I utilize
@tinkercad
and
@cospaces_edu
to create virtual workspaces.
#EduMatch
DonnaGaul
Jul 9 @ 6:08 PM EDT
A1 and A2: I had my Ss use maker space. They had to program ozobots with the directions in target language.
#EduMatch
DevEducators
Jul 9 @ 6:08 PM EDT
A2: A hyperdoc (spreadsheet) where students can upload their own Web Tech gem. They add what it is/does & any other info needed.
#edumatch
edu_match
- Moderator
Jul 9 @ 6:09 PM EDT
Q3. How do you promote student empowerment and voice in your school/classroom/district?
#edumatch
mrnavas
Jul 9 @ 6:09 PM EDT
a1- by integrating it into existing curriculum goals...its a digital tool!
#edumatch
tavia_clark
Jul 9 @ 6:09 PM EDT
A2. I think regardless of how you implement your makerspace, it's so important to value play and exploration...Ss need time/space.
#EduMatch
DonnaGaul
Jul 9 @ 6:09 PM EDT
A2: we also used maker space to create Lego structures from directions in the target Lang. Good review of colors, commands
#EduMatch
edu_match
- Moderator
Jul 9 @ 6:10 PM EDT
Check out our live video panel going on now at
https://t.co/Dw5Jh682qQ
!
#edumatch
seanrussell311
Jul 9 @ 6:10 PM EDT
A2. My portable MakerBox is stuffed with materials to create with. I basically open it and let the students engineer awesomeness
#edumatch
mrnavas
Jul 9 @ 6:10 PM EDT
a2 a makerspace is a place to make a great
#PBL
come to life!
#edumatch
TechTia
Jul 9 @ 6:10 PM EDT
RT edu_match: Q2. How do you use your makerspace to foster innovation and creativity with your students?
#edumatch
https://t.co/BTrWxSZbFy
TechTia
Jul 9 @ 6:10 PM EDT
RT edu_match: RT participatechat: Participate in the upcoming
#edumatch
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/4Ux000322g
TechTia
Jul 9 @ 6:10 PM EDT
RT edu_match: Q3. How do you promote student empowerment and voice in your school/classroom/district?
#edumatch
https://t.co/5TkHoiTGxO
TechTia
Jul 9 @ 6:10 PM EDT
RT edu_match: Check out our live video panel going on now at
https://t.co/GkxMTwD6mf
!
#edumatch
https://t.co/B0vnYCWsiL
DevEducators
Jul 9 @ 6:10 PM EDT
A3: I still provide the framework but allow them to take part of the activity in their own direction.
#edumatch
tavia_clark
Jul 9 @ 6:10 PM EDT
A3. A great way to empower Ss w/ coding/making is to allow them to be "experts" & teach each other and Ts.
#EduMatch
twoguysde
Jul 9 @ 6:10 PM EDT
A2: Authentic Problems...don't make students care, give them something to care about
#edumatch
DonnaGaul
Jul 9 @ 6:11 PM EDT
Good idea, I took one of my classes down and the lib. introduced them to ours and let them play and become certified to use it.
#edumatch
In reply to @tavia_clark
TG_Neil
Jul 9 @ 6:11 PM EDT
A3: Lots of opportunities for Ss to share their learning and their needs. I try to provide as much freedom of choice in projects.
#EduMatch
edu_match
- Moderator
Jul 9 @ 6:12 PM EDT
Q4. How can we tie in design thinking into rigorous problem-solving expeditions?
#edumatch
tavia_clark
Jul 9 @ 6:12 PM EDT
Yes, librarians are an excellent resource for CS & makerspaces!
#EduMatch
In reply to @DonnaGaul
DevEducators
Jul 9 @ 6:12 PM EDT
Did he say he caught '90 winning touchdown?
#edumatch
I remember that day vividly. It was the day I at the most pizza I ever had in my life.
twiterlessdave
Jul 9 @ 6:13 PM EDT
I also led a student poetry magazine last year that allowed free press and creativity.
#edumatch
In reply to @edu_match
TG_Neil
Jul 9 @ 6:13 PM EDT
A4: We just have to do it. If we don't our future will suffer. Ss will run the world. We have to give them all the tools possible.
#EduMatch
BriteEyes49
Jul 9 @ 6:13 PM EDT
A3
#edumatch
One example, their service project
@socktober
is all them! They create committee, timeline flyers, etc...
GruntnerLinda
Jul 9 @ 6:14 PM EDT
Play evolves into great learning as the students are invested
#edumatch
#educ6420
DonnaGaul
Jul 9 @ 6:14 PM EDT
A4 our librarian had her student helpers create the Lego designs and ozobot and other projects for classes.
#EduMatch
DevEducators
Jul 9 @ 6:14 PM EDT
A4: I am a huge fan of MinecraftEDU. It checks off all the boxes. I'll be leading a class to build our school building to scale.
#edumatch
In reply to @edu_match
edu_match
- Moderator
Jul 9 @ 6:15 PM EDT
Q5. What are some ways you will try to be innovative and promote a maker mindset in this upcoming school year?
#edumatch
massignmenthelp
Jul 9 @ 6:15 PM EDT
How an Accredited Business Degree can Boost your Career and Employability
https://t.co/zvKiftpBXZ
#EduMatch
TechTia
Jul 9 @ 6:15 PM EDT
RT edu_match: Q4. How can we tie in design thinking into rigorous problem-solving expeditions?
#edumatch
https://t.co/SLs3wDcB9E
AssignmentHelpN
Jul 9 @ 6:15 PM EDT
7 Productive Activities to Make the Best use of Summer Vacations
https://t.co/7IWgJiMM2a
#EduMatch
DevEducators
Jul 9 @ 6:15 PM EDT
Yes! The unintended results end up being such a powerful learning experience!
#edumatch
#educ6420
In reply to @GruntnerLinda
twoguysde
Jul 9 @ 6:16 PM EDT
A3
@flipgrid
is a great way to give your students voice! Whether it's about a lesson or a school function
@flipgrid
makes it work
#edumatch
TG_Neil
Jul 9 @ 6:16 PM EDT
A5: Staying connected to keep up my cutting edge knowledge. Always trying to share where ever I can.
#EduMatch
DonnaGaul
Jul 9 @ 6:16 PM EDT
A4 allow Ss to create during free time, I.e. recess, lunch, before or after school.
#EduMatch
twiterlessdave
Jul 9 @ 6:16 PM EDT
As an English teacher, I can encourage them to tell me about their STEM projects, and possibly even write about it for class.
#edumatch
In reply to @edu_match
Rdene915
Jul 9 @ 6:17 PM EDT
#edumatch
A3 Give Ss opps to choice what to create/how to create, work with peers, teach each other
In reply to @edu_match
twiterlessdave
Jul 9 @ 6:17 PM EDT
#edumatch
I can also promote the maker lab that we have in our library.
In reply to @edu_match
jackiegerstein
Jul 9 @ 6:17 PM EDT
a4)
#DesignThinking
Process and
#UDL
Planning Tool for STEM, STEAM, Maker Education
https://t.co/mANx9V6rdF
#makered
#edumatch
DevEducators
Jul 9 @ 6:17 PM EDT
A5: I don't know. Hoping to empower the students enough for them to be the answer.
#edumatch
edu_match
- Moderator
Jul 9 @ 6:18 PM EDT
Next week, we talk Restorative Circles with
#RJLeagueChat
moderators
@MrSmall215
and
@carrottmuffins
!
#EduMatch
DonnaGaul
Jul 9 @ 6:18 PM EDT
A5 find resources to create my own mini maker space, maybe portable. They seem expensive.
#EduMatch
jackiegerstein
Jul 9 @ 6:18 PM EDT
a4) Introducing
#DesignThinking
to Elementary Learners
https://t.co/sASWG6fJLk
#makered
#STEM
#STEAM
#edumatch
knikole
Jul 9 @ 6:18 PM EDT
Thank you! There's so much knowledge here tonight. I'm soaking it all up.
#edumatch
In reply to @ProfessaDiva954, @edu_match
edu_match
- Moderator
Jul 9 @ 6:19 PM EDT
Did you know that you can get grad credit for participating in
#edumatch
and other professional learning? Contact
@RandallSampson
!
#edumatch
tavia_clark
Jul 9 @ 6:19 PM EDT
A5. This is a great place to start w/ Design Thinking..The Beginners Guide to Design Thinking - AJ Juliani
https://t.co/wOUMFvGO5v
#EduMatch
Rdene915
Jul 9 @ 6:19 PM EDT
#edumatch
Definitely a fan of
@flipgrid
#FlipgridFever
so many ways to use it for
#learning
#stuvoice
In reply to @twoguysde, @flipgrid, @flipgrid
jackiegerstein
Jul 9 @ 6:19 PM EDT
a5) Having a
#makered
mindset should permeate throughout all content areas+disciplines. This is how I teach/will continue to teach
#edumatch
TechTia
Jul 9 @ 6:20 PM EDT
RT edu_match: RT DevEducators: A5: I don't know. Hoping to empower the students enough for them to be the answer.
#edumatch
TechTia
Jul 9 @ 6:20 PM EDT
RT edu_match: Did you know that you can get grad credit for participating in
#edumatch
and other professional lear…
https://t.co/iv1hPgFSiC
DevEducators
Jul 9 @ 6:20 PM EDT
Yes,
#FlipgridFever
! So anxious to try it out next year.
#eduMatch
In reply to @Rdene915, @twoguysde, @flipgrid
KatieJMcNamara
Jul 9 @ 6:21 PM EDT
Great quandary to drive lesson design.
#edumatch
edu_match
- Moderator
Jul 9 @ 6:15 PM EDT
Q5. What are some ways you will try to be innovative and promote a maker mindset in this upcoming school year?
#edumatch
GruntnerLinda
Jul 9 @ 6:21 PM EDT
Even the shy students can get comfortable with Flipgrid...another fan
#edumatch
#educ6420
DevEducators
Jul 9 @ 6:22 PM EDT
Hmm... that is interesting.
#edumatch
I am looking for a needle in haystack. Looking for Grad Degree that I can design my own Ed Tech.
In reply to @TechTia
Snehalstocks
Jul 9 @ 6:24 PM EDT
Love the resources that
@AppleEDU
is providing thru
#Swift
playground...k thru 14 and all FREE.
#edumatch
#coding
DevEducators
Jul 9 @ 6:25 PM EDT
Just making contact because of the Personalized PD/ Grad Credit.
#eduMatch
In reply to @edu_match, @RandallSampson
TechTia
Jul 9 @ 6:25 PM EDT
RT edu_match: RT KatieJMcNamara: Great quandary to drive lesson design.
#edumatch
https://t.co/pBlcv3XxQy
edu_match
- Moderator
Jul 9 @ 6:15 PM EDT
Q5. What are some ways you will try to be innovative and promote a maker mindset in this upcoming school year?
#edumatch
ToomersTitans
Jul 9 @ 6:25 PM EDT
Hosted CS Week,had my s's go to various classes to expose t's s's how to code, using
https://t.co/3pO7Nsdsok
, SCRATCH,& bootstrap
#edumatch
tavia_clark
Jul 9 @ 6:26 PM EDT
#EduMatch
if you're looking ways to encourage Ss who are interested in CS to keep going, try
https://t.co/EOKoYdezWW
&
@freeCodeCamp
subrown4h
Jul 9 @ 6:26 PM EDT
Sparkfun's Microbot's coming as easy to use microcontrollers...
#edumatch
TG_Neil
Jul 9 @ 6:27 PM EDT
Writing a proper sentence is a form of coding. If we can just utilize the language then Ss wouldn't think it's out of their reach.
#EduMatch
jackiegerstein
Jul 9 @ 6:27 PM EDT
#Robotics
and Computer Science for Elementary Level Learners
https://t.co/j5dTlieIg8
#edumatch
#coding
#edtech
edu_match
- Moderator
Jul 9 @ 6:29 PM EDT
The panel is still going strong at
https://t.co/Dw5Jh6pDPq
#edumatch
GruntnerLinda
Jul 9 @ 6:30 PM EDT
The NGSS challenge me to promote a maker mindset. It is sometimes difficult to find ideas. any resources?
#edumatch
#educ6420
TechTia
Jul 9 @ 6:30 PM EDT
RT edu_match: RT tavia_clark:
#EduMatch
if you're looking ways to encourage Ss who are interested in CS to keep going, try …
TechTia
Jul 9 @ 6:30 PM EDT
RT edu_match: RT subrown4h: Sparkfun's Microbot's coming as easy to use microcontrollers...
#edumatch
TechTia
Jul 9 @ 6:30 PM EDT
RT edu_match: The panel is still going strong at
https://t.co/GkxMTwD6mf
#edumatch
TechTia
Jul 9 @ 6:30 PM EDT
RT edu_match: RT jackiegerstein:
#Robotics
and Computer Science for Elementary Level Learners
https://t.co/36obUoIQqF
#edumatch
#coding
#e
…
stephwurking
Jul 9 @ 6:30 PM EDT
The fans keep rolling in
@flipgrid
-
#edumatch
GruntnerLinda
Jul 9 @ 6:21 PM EDT
Even the shy students can get comfortable with Flipgrid...another fan
#edumatch
#educ6420
TG_Neil
Jul 9 @ 6:30 PM EDT
The biggest thing we have to do as Ts is GET OUT of the WAY. Too many are afraid to show they don't know it all.
#EduMatch
DevEducators
Jul 9 @ 6:33 PM EDT
Presenting outside of your district is probably easier than inside.
#edumatch
https://t.co/P6kLJrACrD
Less skeptics!
stephwurking
Jul 9 @ 6:33 PM EDT
Keen to hear more about this!
#edumatch
In reply to @edu_match, @RandallSampson
GruntnerLinda
Jul 9 @ 6:34 PM EDT
Are controllers worth the investment vs controlling with an ipad?
#edumatch
#educ6420
DevEducators
Jul 9 @ 6:35 PM EDT
@techcoachjuarez
#edumatch
Just making sure I am following you.
TechTia
Jul 9 @ 6:35 PM EDT
RT edu_match: RT stephwurking: The fans keep rolling in flipgrid -
#edumatch
https://t.co/5vbv86JkRN
GruntnerLinda
Jul 9 @ 6:21 PM EDT
Even the shy students can get comfortable with Flipgrid...another fan
#edumatch
#educ6420
TechTia
Jul 9 @ 6:35 PM EDT
RT edu_match: RT GruntnerLinda: Are controllers worth the investment vs controlling with an ipad?
#edumatch
#educ6420
Snehalstocks
Jul 9 @ 6:36 PM EDT
#coding
and
#MakerSpace
is for everyone! Not just students, teachers, admin, etc...
#edumatch
subrown4h
Jul 9 @ 6:38 PM EDT
Maker Faire with As doing of for teachers. Summer Makerspaces for Title I!
#edumatch
tampear
Jul 9 @ 6:39 PM EDT
How do we ensure equity while still focusing on computer science and
#coding
in our classrooms and makerspaces?
#digitaldivide
#edumatch
edu_match
- Moderator
Jul 9 @ 6:40 PM EDT
Fantastic question...how do we ensure
#digitalequity
in
#coding
and computer science?
#ISTEDEPLN
#edumatch
tampear
Jul 9 @ 6:39 PM EDT
How do we ensure equity while still focusing on computer science and
#coding
in our classrooms and makerspaces?
#digitaldivide
#edumatch
ToomersTitans
Jul 9 @ 6:43 PM EDT
A2: Provide the materials and allow students imagination to run free.
#EduMatch
#makerspace
ideas from
@DonorsChoose
@Bootstrapworld
tavia_clark
Jul 9 @ 6:43 PM EDT
This is SUCH an important conversation that we need to make sure we're having when we discuss CS...
#EduMatch
tampear
Jul 9 @ 6:39 PM EDT
How do we ensure equity while still focusing on computer science and
#coding
in our classrooms and makerspaces?
#digitaldivide
#edumatch
tavia_clark
Jul 9 @ 6:44 PM EDT
Yes! So true! That's how we build capacity, enthusiasm, & inspire people!
#EduMatch
In reply to @Snehalstocks, @SamFoxBot
TechTia
Jul 9 @ 6:45 PM EDT
RT edu_match: RT ToomersTitans: A2: Provide the materials and allow students imagination to run free.
#EduMatch
#…
https://t.co/cSyQX2D0MY
tampear
Jul 9 @ 6:48 PM EDT
Love that
@mrnavas
has students as teachers at his
#STEM
camp. So empowering!
#edumatch
ToomersTitans
Jul 9 @ 6:48 PM EDT
A3: When Admin is involved & celebrate our projects students are empowered.
#EduMatch
@RosaParksES
In this photo Admin came to code with us.
edu_match
- Moderator
Jul 9 @ 6:50 PM EDT
We are on Q4 on the panel. Check us out!
https://t.co/Dw5Jh6pDPq
#edumatch
TechTia
Jul 9 @ 6:50 PM EDT
RT edu_match: We are on Q4 on the panel. Check us out!
https://t.co/GkxMTwD6mf
#edumatch
edu_match
- Moderator
Jul 9 @ 6:54 PM EDT
Lots of love on panel and in
#edumatch
chat tonight to
@spencerideas
and
@ajjuliani
#launchbook
TechTia
Jul 9 @ 6:55 PM EDT
RT edu_match: Lots of love on panel and in
#edumatch
chat tonight to spencerideas and ajjuliani
#launchbook
jackiegerstein
Jul 9 @ 6:55 PM EDT
Teacher control of the classroom; of his/her students is actually an illusion.
#edumatch
#edchat
subrown4h
Jul 9 @ 6:55 PM EDT
A5: Anyone interested in having their kids present at ISTE?
#edumatch
edu_match
- Moderator
Jul 9 @ 6:56 PM EDT
Mentioned by
@mrnavas
, check out
https://t.co/kPsPPWJ9oq
and
https://t.co/MNqfneu2ME
.
#edumatch
DevEducators
Jul 9 @ 6:56 PM EDT
Great idea!
#eduMatch
In reply to @subrown4h, @edu_match
edu_match
- Moderator
Jul 9 @ 6:58 PM EDT
We are on the last question on our panel. Tune in!
https://t.co/Dw5Jh6pDPq
#edumatch
edu_match
- Moderator
Jul 9 @ 6:59 PM EDT
Check out the Tweet & Talk from 1.29.17. Topic: Global Education Events
https://t.co/4P1OkEKWzj
#education
#edsquad
#edumatch