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Hi everyone! My name is Maddie Ware and I am a preservice teacher at Grove City College studying elementary and special education! I am very excited to join tonight's chat #edtechchat
We will use a Q1, Q2… format for Questions during tonight's chat. Please use the A1, A2… format for answers. Make sure to add #edtechchat to all of your tweets tonight for this chat. Your voice matters!
What are some ways to educate students on internet safety? Using technology in the classroom is important but students also need to be aware of the risks. #edtechchat
Q1: Hello! My name is Andrew Smith and I am a student studying education at the University of Georgia! Excited to be chatting in this forum and I was wondering if anyone could inform me on the most engaging presentation tools to use in a classroom setting? #edtechchat
A1: I use technology through twitter to collaborate with educators across the world! I have learned so much from people who I would never have gotten the chance to meet if it were not for twitter! #edtechchat
A1: A good way to get kids collaborating is to use collaboration specific activities. We used a QR code scavenger hunt to really engage everyone in the class #edtechchat
A1: I walk across the concrete sidewalk, ring the electronic doorbell, offer a ceramic cup of coffee, and share notes on manufactured paper. =)
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A1: You can use social media to connect and collaborate with other educators! Twitter is a great example of collaboration in the classroom! #edtechchat
A1 I love using #edtech to connect Ss with real world learning, we used @edmodo and @Flipgrid@gosynth to talk to Ss in Argentina and Spain, has been awesome! #edtechchat
Q1: Technology has become the way of the world with all the social media sights today... if you use it to collaborate with others, there's so much to learn! #lifelonglearners#edtechchat
A1: There are so many ways to incorporate technology for our students, i am learning all about this in my social studies class. So far we have learned about padlet, google classroom, google earth/voyager, Virtual FTs, HyperDocs and so much more!! #edtechchat
Hi everyone, I'm Spencer Colsch and I am currently a student at University Wisconsin-Platteville. I hope to become a high school history teacher after graduation.#edtechchat
#edtechchat Hi! My name is Callye Ann Chastain and I am curently attending the University of Georgia! You can use google sites to present different information about yourself in a creative way!
A1- I use technology to collaborate by using @GoogleForEdu to work on documents with colleagues, I do a lot of email, shared calendars, docs, slides, sheets, etc. We also like to use Learning Management Systems such as @Moodle and @itslearningUSA#edtechchat
A1: I love using Twitter/FB/Google/Glide to collaborate with educators across the Southeast. @DiscoveryEd 's Network has been a game-changer for me!
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A1. One way to use technology in the classroom is to use Skype. Skype allows you to video chat with people from all around the world. It is a great way for students to take virtual field trips and learn about different cultures. #edtechchat
A1: I use google docs to collaborate with others in class. Group projects can be tricky to meet face to face with a busy college schedule, but sharing a google document with your partners allows you to collaborate online! #edtechchat
A1: Internet safety is very important, especially in this day in age. I think educating students on internet safety is crucial to a positive learning environment, and you can do so by teaching the students of the dangers of the internet and how to safely avoid them. #edtechchat
A1. There’s so many possibilities! Skype/zoom/FaceTime/hangout/meet for video conversations, google docs or one drive for collaborative works, multiple authors curating on a social media account #edtechchat
a1: collaborating with others is made easy using technology! for example using google docs, or slides, and being able to share these with other students is a way to collaborate using technology #edtechchat
A1: Most of my collaboration using tech is Gsuite/common social media like Twitter, Facebook, etc. What I really think gets missed are opportunities to use edtech and social media to recruit some of the most creative new teachers! Gotta go where the stars shine! #edtechchat
A1: I like to use Google Docs to collaborate with others. The real time updates make it so much easier to do group work when schedules are complicated. #edtechchat
A1: I use the Google Platform to collaborate with others. It's just easier to work on the same thing at the same time with others without having to email files back and forth. Being able to work together real time makes everything a lot more seamless. #edtechchat
A1 - Continued. We also use a tool called @basecamp to work on projects so everyone has a place to keep track of to-do lists, project assignments, deadlines, project files, and relevant information. #edtechchat
A1: I think hands-on activities are some of the best ways to engage students, because they physically have to involve themselves and therefore understand and comprehend the material. #edtechchat
A1: I use technology to collaborate with others every day! Via social media, google docs, google slides, groupmes for classes, and quizlets! #edtechchat
Hi Matt, I agree with you. I enjoy seeing students create their own content. It's important for them to learn how to search and collect information appropriately and curate and synthesize it to create new and exciting content! #edtechchat
A2 They will have to work together on projects or seek help at times and using tech makes that possible at any time, when convenient for them #edtechchat
A2: Students should learn to collaborate using technology because our world is constantly progressing with technology! It is going to be used more and more in the classroom, so children should get comfortable using technology #edtechchat
A2: I like the thought of Ts modeling good collaboration skills for Ss to see and learn from. We say it all the time that when Ss enter the 'real world', they all have to collaborate at some point. Let's take the time and show 'em how it is done!
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A2. Collaboration is a skill that is transferable to a multitude of scenarios (both digital and not). Especially in rural situations where you are geographically disconnected from many opportunities it is amazing that we can now collaborate without borders #edtechchat
A2: All good habits need to be practiced. It is so incredible for students to learn collaboration skills with guidance and encouragement in real time, when they need it, as the ideas are flowing. #edtechchat
A2 they will need to know how to collaborate using tech for their future, and it opens up more possibilities for becoming globally connected and aware #edtechchat
A2: tech is the new normal for our world, & it’s going to continue to grow. Students are gaining access to so many different ways of learning and collabing with others via technology. Tech open opens the door to endless opportunities for learning and engaging #edtechchat
A2: Work increasingly involves collaboration. It is often #PBL based. The feedback required is extensive, and it benefits from the speed & increased access of technology. Tech is the modern version of the pencil. #edtechchat
A2 Students should learn 2 collaborate using technology because it prepares them for what they may be exposed to in the future especially higher-ed. It also allows them an opportunity to work with individuals they wouldn’t have the opportunity to work with in the past #edtechchat
A2: Ss must learn to collaborate using tech because it’s an essential skill going into the workforce. It combines soft skills and hard skills. They may not be using the same tools, but I believe the skills will be the same. #edtechchat
A2: Students should learn to collaborate with technology because it is a growing feature within education and it helps in every aspect of ed! #edtechchat
#edtechchat a2: not only do Ss need to know how to collaborate F2f they need to know how to via tech. Teaching them how to do both is vital to their success.
A2: Ss are going to have to learn how to work w/ others anyway. Technology is a big part of our culture, and Ss must learn to use it to work with others next to them and across the world! Who knows? One day they may be negotiating a big deal w/ s.o. in Japan. #edtechchat
A2 because it’s real world. Imagine hearing that “I know the patient died, but my surgery was a success, the anesthesiologist just didn’t do her part right” that would be a group fail! #edtechchat
Yes. Yes. Many jobs also require you to work with others using technology. Whether it's working on presentations, designing, or collaborating with people in other cities across the nation and world. #edtechchat
Yes 🙌🏼 we need to “walk the walk” and be the models for anything we are asking of our students. There is always opportunities to demonstrate how we collaborate; we need to lift the veil and share with students #edtechchat
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A2: there are less and less significant endeavors that can be accomplished alone. Significant advances in society are only possible thru collaboration and multiple approaches.
A1: students can collaborate very easily using google apps like docs, slides, and more! They are great tools for students and teachers #edtechchat#edu435
A2: Contemporary learning spaces call for students to be at the center of the learning process and engaged in the decision making of their own education => personalization, collaboration, and tec-integration aren't mutually exclusive! #edtechchat
A2 students need to learn to collaborate and use technology because it is the way the world is moving and technology is essential for everyday life. #edtechchat#edu435
A2: Also, learning to collaborate virtually opens up possibilities for idea exchange from groups far removed from one another geographically #edtechchat
A2: Students need to learn digital tools to collaborate to learn from one another, understand opposing view points, and the myriad of modes collaboration @s_bearden#edtechchat
A1: Forms to collect opinions and data, Google docs to share resources and lesson plans, Twitter to get all my great ideas and share my shenanigans, FB to get parenting or life advice... so much more! #edtechchat
A2 Working collaboratively via tech platforms is part of our everyday global community. Ss need to have both traditional team-building skills and the self-direction to effectively collaborate (email, messaging, video chat, calendars, GAFE) to co-create digital content #edtechchat
Kristen, I particularly like for students to collaborate using technology because it opens their world to new networking opportunities, information, & experiences that they would otherwise miss out on. Especially in rural areas or other areas that are more isolated. #edtechchat
A3 Doing #PBL and connecting with other classrooms, my Ss are learning about the #teachsdgs by interacting with other Ss, also having Ss work on a presentation for class together, between classes, cross-curricular collab #edtechchat
A3: I remember attending a residency, and my partner and I were the only two EDD students. We automatically went to Google Slides because it was easier to add our ideas and be on the same page. Other groups had to email back and forth. #edtechchat
A3: In our #edtech class we learned about QR code activities that can be created in the form of a scavenger hunt which gets all of the students moving and working together! #edtechchat
A3: One lesson that uses collaboration with technology is Padlet! All of the students can share their ideas on a sticky note about a topic and like each others responses #edtechchat
What are some ways as a teacher that you could help out students that don't have access to this technology at home because it is a great tool but not everyone could have access at home #edtechchat
Hey there #edtech chat! I'm Emily from Grove City College, I'm joining a lil late but super excited for this chat! I'm a Secondary English major and can't wait to learn from this chat! Let's go! #gccedu#edtechchat
A3: Shared Google Slides => Collaboration with Peers, Google Sites E-Portfolio's => Collaboration with families & teacher, Social Media/Skype => Collaboration with professionals & experts! #edtechchat
A3 Right now, my Spanish IV are working together in a google slides and then going to move it into @nearpod and share with our Argentina classmate friends #edtechchat
A2: Just this morning in @SFecich's Tech class, we had a google hangout with @MrRyneAnthony and @EdTechNeighbor to learn a little more about digital breakouts - great way to collaborate with others! #edtechchat
Our Collaboration page https://t.co/h53AvN6k1C has many tech uses: Collaboration in the 21st Century classroom.
Collaborative Learning in Technology-Common Sense Education.
You are a global educator. It's time to start thinking like one.
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I cannot remember who deserves the credit but I did hear someone say that the world is a team sport but school still treats it like an individual sport. We need to prepare our students to collaborate, give and receive feedback, and engage in critical conversations. #edtechchat
A3. My history students create a digital “textbook” for the course comprised of blog posts they write themselves & publish to a collaborative space. We share documents using OneDrive and edit together. We curate stories using custom hashtags on our social media #edtechchat
A3- Common assignments once done on paper can be enhanced by tech. For example, a student writing a paper in class can share it with another student to peer edit, and then submit to the teacher in the same fashion. It can even be shared with an outside collaborator #edtechchat
A3 My Ss love choosing a topic to present or do research. They can collaborate with @Google Slides or Docs even when they aren’t together. I can also provide quick and specific feedback! #edtechchat
Check out @CoSN Digital Equity Toolkit! Ideas and strategies for meeting the needs of students without home Internet access. https://t.co/iGagPt5LCr#edtechchat
What are some ways as a teacher that you could help out students that don't have access to this technology at home because it is a great tool but not everyone could have access at home #edtechchat
One of our early experiences with online collaboration and communication is capturing homework reading on @padlet. Prior, we explore all possible tools including analog. #edtechchat#elemchat
A3. There are so many ways to use technology in the classroom. As stated before, you can use Skype for virtual tours. Also, using online study games like Kahoot motivates students to study, and it is a great way to assess if they understand the material. #edtechchat
Those are great ways to spark interest in the topic, too! I recall one teacher showing Ss a woman's story of survival in an avalanche. Teacher then asked the kids to read about it, and they read the WHOLE article. Hungry for knowledge. #edtechchat
A3: Using @nearpod is an awesome way to reach students by means of an interactive presentation! I recently created a nearpod presentation on Shakespeare and Coat-of-Arms! So much cooler than a dull PowerPoint! #gccedu#edtechchat
A3: Examples of collaboration with technology are Google (love it), @padlet, & @DiscoveryEd 's new content creation tool, Studio. I know there are more, but those are three that I really like. I also have S collaborate on projects. Collaboration is so important
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For Virtual Field Trips an example i have recently done is a trip to the Historic Charleston City Market to cover a lesson on about supply and demand, it was so fun to see all the vendors!! #edtechchat
A3: Making PLN is a great lesson involving collaboration with technology. A PLN is a Professional Learning Network, in my class we used https://t.co/FAQJk0vduQ to create a concept map of all the networks we used to make our professional learning expand. #edtechchat#uwpsoe2010
#edtechchat A2 students' adapt most to technology and if you were to share with them strategies with what they love , they peer teach and learn also more effectively. it is a holistic approach to teaching and learning.
A1: Having a PLN and meeting awesome educators all over Twitter has been incredible! I absolutely love networking with other teachers of impact! #gccedu#edtechchat
Q3: Any lesson involving Google docs/ slides, etc. Can be a collaborative opportunity. Our rural schools sometimes draw from huge geographic areas, so ‘shared docs/slides’ allow students to work together from afar #edtechchat
A3 We are currently interviewing immigrants to the U.S. Ss record the interview as they conduct it. They collaborate to write a non-ficiton narrative on Drive. Together the text, images, & global facts are placed on Thinglink or Book Creator to share with community. #edtechchat
4: With technology, you can collaborate anywhere. For those who aren't great at speaking, it also opens up another way for you to talk with others (e.g. chats). #edtechchat
A4: Collaborating w/Tech allows Educators & Ss to connect with ANYONE, while F2F allows Educators and Ss to collaborate with those around them. Both of these allow for collaborating, creating, and connecting and both are important.
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A4 i think both are equally important - yet very different in learning. we need technology to advance our opportunities for learning but face to face allows for a true connection and community feeling in a classroom. Tech can make us feel alone #edtechchat
A4: In my opinion, there is some comfort in being behind a screen when collaborating, but it is important to also be able to have people skills and hold conversations!! Both should be incorporated into the classroom #edtechchat
The power of #edtech gives voice to the introverts in our classroom. No longer is class participation based on vocal contributions. We can simply see the contributions! #edtechchat#stuvoice
4: With technology, you can collaborate anywhere. For those who aren't great at speaking, it also opens up another way for you to talk with others (e.g. chats). #edtechchat
A4: Collaborating with technology requires intentionality => tech can help create real-time, immediate, actionable feedback, but can lack the personal, human connection that is sometimes required! #edtechchat
A4: Collaborating with technology leaves a record of what you have done. There is evidence that something was achieved. How often do we forget to take a picture of a live event? #edtechchat
A4: Though students should be able to communicate in person, they should also understand proper internet etiquette and how their digital presence their role as a digital citizen. @CommonSenseEd has some super resources related to digital citizenship! #gccedu#edtechchat
I second asynchronicity as one of the defining features of technology collaboration. This can be an obstacle, but a collateral benefit is often that the collaboration is preserved, making it easy to reference and utilize later. #edtechchat
A4: Collaborating with technology is faster and easier because you can have access to so many different ideas so quickly, where as face to face collaboration isn't as fast but allows a more personal connection! #edtechchat
A4 Ss that normally do not work with others can collaborate with anyone with tech. However, F2F allows Ss the opportunity to problem solve in real time while working toward the goal. CommunicTion is key and we must always help our student be able to communicate F2F #edtechchat
Such a great question, especially for students in rural areas. I look forward to looking into the Digital Equity Toolkit! I hope that I can find effective strategies for students without internet access. #edtechchat
Technology allows for quick and efficient collaboration for anywhere anytime, but face to face allows for human interaction which is also essential for students. #edtechchat
A4. Collaborating with tech can be done anywhere/anytime. Unlike collaborating f2f. Face to face you are more likely to get a more interactive process and possibly more teamwork. #edtechchat#edu435
A4, continued. But seriously...It’s important to remember that good grammar is important because it reflects back on you. #edtechchat#psahttps://t.co/gRwOB7PhvJ
A4 I know that for some of my Ss, they became more comfortable collab F2F after working online, they said it helped them be more confident, and also, reinforces #digcit#edtechchat
A4: Some differences between collaborating with technology and collaborating face to face is the ability to connect from anywhere using technology, but face to face is a great way to have social interaction with classmates, coworkers, and peers. #edtechchat#uwpsoe2010
A4: Technology allows for quick and efficient collaboration for anywhere anytime, but face to face allows for human interaction which is also essential for students. #edtechchat
A4 #edtechchat Kelli Montgomery, DIR of Digital Learning Birdville ISD Haltom City TX - kids learn different skills depending on the type of collaboration. Both are important to learn - virtual and f2f collaboration skills
A4: Depending on the tech used, obvious body language and contextual cues can be very important. That said, the as more EQ awareness is necessary, the more we have to be looking out for changes in tone and things we can observe. #edtechchat
A4: Tech collaboration allows learning to continue when face to face isn’t possible. Using tools like @Flipgrid or even video feature in @padlet still gives a face to face feel!#edtechchat
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For me F2F makes it easier to empathize with others. Tech puts kinda filter between people. I also recognize that in many cases the only way is to amplify Colab with tech.
A4: Collaborating face to face is great for relationships with students, but technology allows students to work on projects in different ways and with many other people. #edtechchat
A1: I use technology to communicate with others on Twitter! If someone posts something I like, I like or retweet it! I always comment something encouraging or ask questions if there is a topic I'm interested in. Take advantage of learning from other educators! #gccedu#edtechchat
Check out @CoSN Digital Equity Toolkit! Ideas and strategies for meeting the needs of students without home Internet access. https://t.co/iGagPt5LCr#edtechchat
What are some ways as a teacher that you could help out students that don't have access to this technology at home because it is a great tool but not everyone could have access at home #edtechchat
A4 I once was able to use collaboration tools with another teacher to coordinate a joint 7th and 8th grade social studies research project. Students shared no classes but needed to work together. #edtechchat
A4) Collaborating via tech breaks through the walls of geography, but more importantly can break through the constraints of local culture and biases. #edtechchat
A4) collaborating via technology is in many ways more convenient. Ask me to collaborate on the other side of the country and it’s a multi-day commitment. Ask me to jump into Zoom for a couple of hours and I can accommodate that with limited notice. #edtechchat
A5: When collaborating with technology, you lose the face to face part of collaboration. Students may not build the people skills that are important to have in the future #edtechchat
A5: some difficulties would be that sometimes technology doesn't always work the way you want it to. Also you lose the face to face interaction when collaborating with technology #edtechchat
A5. The annoying tech glitches that can arise, misinterpreting someone’s tone/intent online, lost work, digital divide between those who have access & those who don’t #edtechchat
A5 At the elem level it is making sure we develop sound habits at school and at home while allowing for equal access to tech. We also look to balance screen time, advocating for a healthy approach to tech use. #edtechchat#digcit#diglit
A5: Teacher/Students may feel discouraged if tech doesn’t work first time around due to technical issues, compatibility conflicts (plugins, etc.), network issues. #edtechchat
A5: Technology doesn't always work when you want it to work most... but more importantly, face-to-face interactions are still extremely important to teach your students! #edtechchat
A5 with technology, there’s always technological issues! Sometimes it’s not there for us when we need - and if we rely on it solely to collaborate and learn - we will fail our students. they need to be able to adjust and adapt with tech issues #edtechchat
A5- There are usually minimum requirements to collaborate with tech effectively. Connectivity, bandwidth, access to the same tools (and uptime) are all essential, and not always available to everyone. #edtechchat
A5: Technical difficulties is always a big one. Also, if certain programs don't work on people's devices, that's a problem. I've had that happen. It's very frustrating. #edtechchat
A5: Sometimes we get too comfortable as faces behind screens. If we teach and promote social skills as well as online etiquette, we have a healthy balance. Technology isn't always the most reliable...for example: my printer sensed fear this morning. It's real, people. #edtechchat
Q5: Using technology sometimes requires internet outside of school. I had a friend in high school that would have to sit outside the public library to complete assignments online. Not very fun in December! #edtechchat
I had a beautiful asynchronous mystery skype with @GruntledChalkie It led to deep discussions and increased curiosity. Us in USA him - Australia. #edtechchat
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A5: Not all students can access the tech tools to collaborate outside the school. Awareness and sensitivity is necessary to ensure these kiddos aren't being asked to complete collaborative projects they simply don't have the ability to complete.#edtechchat
A5 (continued) i don’t want students thinking their only way to success and learning is vis tech. they need to think outside the tech world and see what they are physically capable of! the opportunities are just as endless #edtechchat
A5: Some difficulties posed by collaborating with technology is not having access to wifi or just having poor connection. For example, I live in the middle of no where and I have horrible connection, trying to connect online from home is out of question. #edtechchat#uwpsoe2010
A5: equal access, but also a common platform people are comfortable with. Think about all the different platforms mentioned - are we restricting someone’s ideas because of it? #edtechchat
A5: Some difficulties posed by tech are a)tech fails at times, b)sometimes DigCit is required due to mishaps, and c)F2F is just sometimes more authentic
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@MissLwbt “misinterpreting someone’s tone/intent online”, this is so true - similar to language barriers, cultural differences when traveling to other parts of the world. #edtechchat
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A5 in my experience the greatest difficulty is the digital divide... not only in terms of access to devices, but more deeply the divide between the ones understanding what tech is about and the ones not having the necessary literacy levels.
A5: A downfall to tech collaboration is missed opportunities for real live ppl skills - but hopefully we’re collaborating with ppl a world away that we would not get to work with otherwise, and facilitating face to face in our local environments when possible #edtechchat
Excellent point! Anonymity can sometimes bring out base instincts. In the world of instant communication, digital citizenship is so vital to teach! #edtechchat#digcit
It's good to point that out. Working with tech, though, can really help Ss maintain "good posture" (etiquette) not just in the real world but online, too. #edtechchat
A5 Online collaboration uses different thinking skills, especially when problem-solving is required. I don't believe it can replace in-person collaboration, but it is an art and skill that will be utilized later in life. #edtechchat
True, but there’s also virtual collaboration tools that you can use to build those skills as well. Some examples could be @flipgrid, Google Meet, @zoom_us. But, I completely understand what you’re getting at and agree. #edtechchat
A5: The main difficulty of collaborating with technology is the tech itself. Tech will fail from time to time and you have to have a back up plan! The person or people on the receiving end don't want to linger in "dead space". #edtechchat
A6 Modeling collaboration would help promote it throughout the building. Also educating staff and students of the benefits of collaborating with tech #edtechchat
A6: You can use Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter to build the collaboration in a school by posting upcoming events, athletic games, clubs, and cool new things going on in the school district! Students can follow these accounts for more information. #edtechchat#uwpsoe2010
A6- Use tech to communicate around student activities - build the skills “outside” the classroom to help student use become more common and develop a comfort level. Send out video announcements, share reminders, calendars and other import docs, for example. #edtechchat
A6: Having school social media accounts such as Twitter or Instagram for school events or groups is a great idea, and as a former student body president is something I wanted to do, but it didn't fly. Something S-run, and faculty overseen that Ss will actually use. #edtechchat
A6 Along with opportunities embedded in the curriculum, I find that inviting Ss to share their work on our student generated blog and Twitter feed sparks creative collaboration. They really want to share their understanding! #edtechchat
A6: so many ways! A powerful way is to share fav books via @Flipgrid or @Padlet even QR codes in the cover of a book jacket linked to a student review on YouTube Sharing books builds culture #edtechchat
Tell your students to do the google training course: Digital Citizenship and Safety Course! It’s an outstanding experience that I highly recommend #edtechchat
A6: I think the preservice teachers involved in this chat are the epitome of the fantastic use of tech to collaborate, build a positive culture and create immeasurable value and future connection. #edtechchat
A6: (cont.) School Facebook pages are typically only used to keep parents and alum up to date on what's going on in the school, which is great! BUT..having something especially designed by Ss & for Ss is so much more engaging and promotes S involvement & school pride. #edtechchat
A6: Building a social network with school wide common hashtag for parents, students, teachers, and community members to collaborate and engage together. Also, create online, and in the school wide physical space scavenger hunts. #edtechchat
