#edtechchat Archive
#Edtechchat focuses on Education Technology. Co-founder Tom Murray says #edtechchat "connects us professionally with inspiring educators from all over the world, all of who encourage us to be better every day for the children and families we serve.”
Monday November 21, 2016
8:00 PM EST
edtech_update
Nov 21 @ 8:00 PM EST
Explore Vast Collection of Free K12 Virtual Science Experiments By
@techlearning
https://t.co/fmfu4gmYhw
#edtech
#edtechchat
In reply to @techlearning
MathFlashcards
Nov 21 @ 8:00 PM EST
The 45 Best Tech Gifts For Every Budget
https://t.co/nDl3pP5vCO
#edtechchat
#toptechtoys
#Bloxels
#edtech
#ipaded
teachintechgal
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:01 PM EST
Welcome to
#edtechchat
! I'm Katrina Keene, Education Strategist
@delledu
and 1 of 2 moderators tonight!
#cha
In reply to @DellEDU
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:01 PM EST
Bryan co-moderator tonight from Ft. Lauderdale,FL -Co-founder
@EdventureQuests
& Ed Community Manager
@WonderWorkshop
#edtechchat
In reply to @EdventureQuests, @WonderWorkshop
iplante
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:01 PM EST
Blurring the Lines between Educational Technology and Assistive Technology
#edtechchat
#atchat
#spedchat
#edchat
https://t.co/UCSNW8bgOY
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:02 PM EST
That for joining tonight's sub-chat on thanksgiving food. Get ahead and sub-introduce yourself
#edtechchat
EdTechPeck
Nov 21 @ 8:02 PM EST
Hey everyone mike from PA
#edtechchat
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:02 PM EST
Nathan and I literally hate the yellow submarine but love sub sandwiches
#edtechchat
pNabbie
Nov 21 @ 8:02 PM EST
I'm Pam, Instructional Tech Specialist, from SC
#edtechchat
teachintechgal
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:03 PM EST
Q1 coming up in 1 minute…
#edtechchat
RobertIsaKing
Nov 21 @ 8:03 PM EST
Hey everyone! Robert, from Louisville Kentucky. Secondary tech coach
#edtechchat
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:03 PM EST
Hi! Gloriann from fffffreeezing MN here tonight
#edtechchat
MaryBuchananGCC
Nov 21 @ 8:03 PM EST
Hi, I'm Mary. I am a student at Grove City College.
#edtechchat
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:03 PM EST
We will use a Q1, Q2… format for Questions during
#edtechchat
. Please use the A1, A2… format for answers.
cybraryman1
Nov 21 @ 8:03 PM EST
Alexa, What are top tech toys for the holidays? Love my Amazon Echo & shower radio synched with iPhone
#edtechchat
LEPAGEMMS
Nov 21 @ 8:03 PM EST
Tricia from Byesville, Ohio
#edtechchat
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:03 PM EST
Make sure to add
#edtechchat
to all of your tweets tonight for this chat. Your voice matters!
nick_schumacher
Nov 21 @ 8:03 PM EST
HI, Nick from Galena, Alaska.
#GILASchool
Another Chance to Get Better!
#edtechchat
geiendorsed
Nov 21 @ 8:04 PM EST
Engaging Students with Virtual Tours
https://t.co/TbFNSwIkrx
#edchat
#edtech
#edtechchat
#parents
#homeschool
#elemchat
#mschat
#hschat
#k12
teachintechgal
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:04 PM EST
Q1.
#Edtechchat
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:04 PM EST
Sub-intro Q: is cornbread delicious or just planning corny?
#edtechchat
gavlewisdesign
Nov 21 @ 8:04 PM EST
Explanatory videos filmed with a lightboard can help you teach to different learning styles and disabilities.
#edtechchat
#edtech
#flipclass
LEPAGEMMS
Nov 21 @ 8:04 PM EST
joining in on a chat....for those who follow. Check out
#edtechchat
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:04 PM EST
RT Q1
#edtechchat
teachintechgal
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:04 PM EST
Q1.
#Edtechchat
pNabbie
Nov 21 @ 8:04 PM EST
Love when students take part! Welcome!
#edtechchat
In reply to @MaryBuchananGCC
chalkupedu
Nov 21 @ 8:05 PM EST
What Does the Future of Assignments Look Like?
#edtechchat
https://t.co/vWihdK61UZ
bergincolleen
Nov 21 @ 8:05 PM EST
Colleen joining from Charlotte NC!
#edtechchat
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:05 PM EST
Sub intro A: I vote corny
#edtechchat
Rudybogiemom
Nov 21 @ 8:05 PM EST
Karly, intervention specialist Ohio
#edtechchat
lsrmcknight
Nov 21 @ 8:05 PM EST
Laurie from Cambridge, Ohio. Hello and Happy Thanksgiving week!
#edtechchat
MaryBuchananGCC
Nov 21 @ 8:05 PM EST
Thanks! I am excited for this chat!
#edtechchat
In reply to @pNabbie
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:05 PM EST
A1 paper
#edtechchat
In reply to @teachintechgal
wkrakower
Nov 21 @ 8:05 PM EST
DELICIIOUS!
#edtechchat
In reply to @nathan_stevens
WinkelerD
Nov 21 @ 8:05 PM EST
Dan, business teacher from St. Louis.
#edtechchat
#edprep
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:06 PM EST
excellent choice
#edtechchat
In reply to @wkrakower
pNabbie
Nov 21 @ 8:06 PM EST
A1: One of my favs is
@PlayOsmo
. It is a great tool and VERY engaging
#edtechchat
In reply to @PlayOsmo
missfplunkett
Nov 21 @ 8:06 PM EST
I'm Faith. I teach technology in Alabama!
#edtechchat
mjjohnson1216
Nov 21 @ 8:06 PM EST
Evening
#edtechchat
Meredith, Intervention Support Specialist joining the conversation.
wkrakower
Nov 21 @ 8:06 PM EST
Billy from North NJ, Technology and Teacher of many other hats.
#edtechchat
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:06 PM EST
A1: My favs:
@WonderWorkshop
Dash and Dot,
@ViewMaster
,
@PlayOsmo
@_Cubetto
,
@bloxelsbuilder
to name a few
#edtechchat
In reply to @WonderWorkshop, @ViewMaster, @PlayOsmo, @_Cubetto, @bloxelsbuilder
bergincolleen
Nov 21 @ 8:06 PM EST
A1:
@Edpuzzle
- allowed for personalized learning
#edtechchat
In reply to @EDpuzzle
ChrisTuckerEdu
Nov 21 @ 8:06 PM EST
A1: I've really been liking all the smart home tech I can pair with my Echo.
#Edtechchat
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:06 PM EST
SubQ1: what is your favorite cranberry sauce shape? Mine is ribbed from a can.
#edtechchat
missfplunkett
Nov 21 @ 8:06 PM EST
#edtechchat
missfplunkett
Nov 21 @ 7:06 PM EST
A1: Also
@bloxelsbuilder
!! My students move being able to build their own games, and they don't realize they are learning.
#edtechchat
In reply to @bloxelsbuilder
teachintechgal
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:06 PM EST
welcome Dan
#edtechchat
In reply to @WinkelerD
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:06 PM EST
A1: has to go to
@PlayOsmo
- broad ability, high interest an@Ozobot
#edtechchat
In reply to @PlayOsmo
missfplunkett
Nov 21 @ 8:06 PM EST
#edtechchat
missfplunkett
Nov 21 @ 7:05 PM EST
A1: The Dash from
@WonderWorkshop
for sure. It is so versatile. I can use it for all of my students not just an age group.
#edtechchat
In reply to @WonderWorkshop
Tracy_KennedyED
Nov 21 @ 8:06 PM EST
Use Minecraft to teach HoC - see the new tutorial and get facilitator resources.
#edtechchat
#MIeexpert
#HourofCode
msphilanthropic
Nov 21 @ 7:52 PM EST
Did you know you can run your own
#HourofCode
? Take a facilitator training session Tuesday 11/22:
https://t.co/0RwQsB7SJB
EdTechPeck
Nov 21 @ 8:07 PM EST
A1 Id have to say
@ClassDojo
for the seemless communication with Ps and the ability to help students self monitor behavior
#edtechchat
In reply to @ClassDojo
bergincolleen
Nov 21 @ 8:07 PM EST
Mine is too!
#edtechchat
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:06 PM EST
SubQ1: what is your favorite cranberry sauce shape? Mine is ribbed from a can.
#edtechchat
nick_schumacher
Nov 21 @ 8:07 PM EST
A1. I have found the KAPP dry erase board. sends PDF files of meeting notes/handwritten messages to everyones' device!!
#edtechchat
mjjohnson1216
Nov 21 @ 8:07 PM EST
Always will remember the day when 21st Cen. Learning Leader brought pilot Osmo back from a conf. in CA. I was beyond thrilled!
#edtechchat
pNabbie
Nov 21 @ 8:06 PM EST
A1: One of my favs is
@PlayOsmo
. It is a great tool and VERY engaging
#edtechchat
In reply to @PlayOsmo
MaryBuchananGCC
Nov 21 @ 8:07 PM EST
A1: I like the Chromville science app. It is a great virtual reality tool.
#edtechchat
ChrisTuckerEdu
Nov 21 @ 8:07 PM EST
A1: I've enjoyed using anything VR and AR related.
#Edtechchat
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:07 PM EST
As a note: TechToys are educational toys that instruct students in a number of curricular areas-as opposed 2 tools,like websites
#edtechchat
wkrakower
Nov 21 @ 8:07 PM EST
A1
@OZOBOT
my students are obsessed with them and they can be used in many different ways.
#edtechchat
In reply to @OZOBOT
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:07 PM EST
A1 makey makey of course
#edtechchat
@makeymakey
In reply to @teachintechgal, @makeymakey
jertuller
Nov 21 @ 8:07 PM EST
Hey, Jeremy from Lansing (Mi) Waverly HS checking out
#edtechchat
tonight. A1) I want a Smart 4KTV. Live streaming without an extra device
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:08 PM EST
must be a NC thing
#edtechchat
In reply to @bergincolleen
Rdene915
Nov 21 @ 8:08 PM EST
#edtechchat
#toptechtoys
Hi everyone, checking in frm Pittsburgh, A1 I really like
@bloxelsbuilder
@PlayOsmo
In reply to @teachintechgal, @bloxelsbuilder, @PlayOsmo
K_Deegan1
Nov 21 @ 8:08 PM EST
A1 One of my fav
#TopTechToys
is GoNoodle Its fun and gives students a nice dance break during the day
#edtechchat
ms_seewald
Nov 21 @ 8:08 PM EST
Padlet is the new sticky note. It's exciting to see it generate on the board!
#edtechchat
#edtech
jmattmiller
Nov 20 @ 10:02 AM EST
20 useful ways to use
@Padlet
in class now
https://t.co/hLvp3p2sXW
#DitchBook
#edtech
#edtechchat
In reply to @padlet
Rdene915
Nov 21 @ 8:08 PM EST
#edtechchat
Sub A1 I concur
In reply to @nathan_stevens
josephaiken11
Nov 21 @ 8:08 PM EST
A1 I've been introduced to Explain Everything and think its a great way for students to get their ideas out there
#edtechchat
#UNEedu
SamMMacDonald96
Nov 21 @ 8:08 PM EST
A1 I really enjoy Kahoot! As a PST, many of my professors use it to engage students while testing their knowledge
#UNEedu
#edtechchat
tsschmidty
Nov 21 @ 8:08 PM EST
Hello
#edtechchat
! Todd, Elem principal in CA...jumping in a little late!!
korytellers
Nov 21 @ 8:08 PM EST
This recipe is delicious!
https://t.co/C1XQCiz1Tp
#edtechchat
In reply to @nathan_stevens
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:08 PM EST
excellent answer
#edtechchat
In reply to @Rdene915
K_Deegan1
Nov 21 @ 8:08 PM EST
A1 One of my fav
#TopTechToys
is GoNoodle Its fun and gives students a nice dance break during the day
#edtechchat
#UNEedu
kaylaRmoore
Nov 21 @ 8:09 PM EST
Kayla from Ohio jumping in!
#edtechchat
josephaiken11
Nov 21 @ 8:09 PM EST
I'm Joe Aiken from the University of New England! Exited to be a part of the chat
#edtechchat
ms_seewald
Nov 21 @ 8:09 PM EST
Adding this to my list next to
@quizlet
and
@GetKahoot
#edtechchat
#edtech
In reply to @quizlet, @GetKahoot
quizizz
Nov 18 @ 3:38 PM EST
We have released a new "Question Viewer"- Question with Images just got an upgrade
#edtech
#edtechchat
#edapp
https://t.co/pyVQEVhgtU
ThatGuyDragon
Nov 21 @ 8:09 PM EST
from UNE in Maine! A1: mindcraft! Very creative way for Ss to rep learning for all subjects
#edtechchat
#uneedu
bergincolleen
Nov 21 @ 8:09 PM EST
A1: GSuite has been amazing for collaboration within classroom. There's too many favorite Tech Toys I integrate in my class!
#edtechchat
pNabbie
Nov 21 @ 8:09 PM EST
Someone tell me why I should purchase Echo...need some good intel!
#edtechchat
teachintechgal
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:09 PM EST
yes! One of my favs
#edtechchat
In reply to @wkrakower, @OZOBOT
KayBlakeEDU
Nov 21 @ 8:09 PM EST
A1: Kahoot has been around for a while but I recently learned how to use it. It's fun, interactive & fun for students.
#UNEedu
#edtechchat
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:09 PM EST
does that include mini hacksaw blades to saw through prison bars
#edtechchat
In reply to @korytellers
T_HEB
Nov 21 @ 8:09 PM EST
A1 A new discovery has been bloxels builder. My daughter is a fan but have yet to share with Ss.
#edtechchat
jertuller
Nov 21 @ 8:09 PM EST
A1 cont) I love the touch screen Chromebooks that are coming out. I can only dream of what they would do for my math instruction
#edtechchat
mrkempnz
Nov 21 @ 8:09 PM EST
Latest post - My Top 30, Must-Follow Educators on Twitter -->
https://t.co/rHBGrAictF
Get connecting
#vachat
#tlap
#edtechchat
#nt2t
DennisDill
Nov 21 @ 8:09 PM EST
A1 My school just picked up 2 drones to use ... working through the kinks, but it is fun.
#edtechchat
Media_Barber
Nov 21 @ 8:10 PM EST
"If you find the fun, so will your students!" Teachers' TDay Homework Packet
https://t.co/haEOD2cZOQ
#edtechchat
#satchat
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:10 PM EST
#TOPTECHTOYS
are educational TOYS for classrooms - like Lego, Dash and Dot, Ozobots, Osmo, VR Headsets
#edtechchat
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:10 PM EST
Lol - I just sent my son a video I made - how to make my homemade applesause - used
@puppet
to make it. :)
#edtechchat
In reply to @puppet
DigNativesEd
Nov 21 @ 8:10 PM EST
A1 - 3D doodler pens. Would love to make 3d easier for my begining students
#edtechchat
mjjohnson1216
Nov 21 @ 8:10 PM EST
LOVE all of the ideas that are being shared. What an amazing group of educators in
#edtechchat
tonight!
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:10 PM EST
That’s awesome Dennis! That is a great tech toy!
#edtechchat
In reply to @DennisDill
Rdene915
Nov 21 @ 8:10 PM EST
#edtechchat
Have SS create
@GetKahoot
as well a lot of fun
#learnerstoleaders
In reply to @KayBlakeEDU, @GetKahoot
WinkelerD
Nov 21 @ 8:10 PM EST
A1: Top tech toy was VR goggles. It was great seeing Ss interact with them.
#edtechchat
korytellers
Nov 21 @ 8:10 PM EST
No! That recipe has cream in it! Nothing dry about those muffins at all! And REAL corn!
#EdTechChat
In reply to @nathan_stevens
bergincolleen
Nov 21 @ 8:11 PM EST
Did you utilize
@cospaces_io
?
#edtechchat
In reply to @cospaces_io
WinkelerD
Nov 21 @ 8:10 PM EST
A1: Top tech toy was VR goggles. It was great seeing Ss interact with them.
#edtechchat
ChrisTuckerEdu
Nov 21 @ 8:11 PM EST
You can make your whole house smart with it, it's awesome. And just being able to voice command things is cool.
#edtechchat
In reply to @pNabbie
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:11 PM EST
VR Goggles are such a fun
#toptechtoy
- My fav is by
@ViewMaster
- What did you purchase?
#edtechchat
In reply to @WinkelerD, @ViewMaster
Rdene915
Nov 21 @ 8:11 PM EST
@quizizz
All great
#edtech
choices
#edtechchat
creating quizzes by using multiple ones is great in Quizizz
In reply to @ms_seewald, @quizlet, @GetKahoot, @quizizz
kaylaRmoore
Nov 21 @ 8:11 PM EST
A1.
@PlayOsmo
for sure! Would love the Pizza Co. add in for my 5 math classes
#edtechchat
In reply to @PlayOsmo
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:11 PM EST
I want to do more with VR glasses but have Ss with... lice.... how to overcome that...
#edtechchat
tsschmidty
Nov 21 @ 8:11 PM EST
A1: Having a lot of fun with Piper...combing Minecraft, coding, and Raspberry Pi
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:11 PM EST
Of course, but why would you need them?
#edtechchat
In reply to @nathan_stevens, @korytellers
LEPAGEMMS
Nov 21 @ 8:11 PM EST
love cospaces_io. using this in a final project for my DEtheatre class
#edtechchat
In reply to @bergincolleen, @cospaces_io
pNabbie
Nov 21 @ 8:11 PM EST
What kind? I have two parrot drones. Need to start working with them
#edtechchat
In reply to @DennisDill
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:11 PM EST
I love Pizza Co! It’s one of my new favs, other than Coding!
#edtechchat
In reply to @kaylaRmoore, @PlayOsmo
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:12 PM EST
Sub Q2 are you a head on the turkey or head off the turkey type of person?
#edtechchat
turkey brains are yummy
@teachintechgal
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:12 PM EST
Q2 coming up in 1 minute…
#edtechchat
Rdene915
Nov 21 @ 8:12 PM EST
#edtechchat
@explainevrythng
and
@educreations
great tools for Ss to share work teach lessons and more
In reply to @josephaiken11, @explainevrythng, @educreations
gavlewisdesign
Nov 21 @ 8:12 PM EST
#TopTechToys
- check out the lightboard on my page. Kids can make their own teaching videos! I'm selling one soon
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:12 PM EST
Get rid of the lice?
#edtechchat
In reply to @MrsHeikes
nick_schumacher
Nov 21 @ 8:12 PM EST
A1. My school is looking to add another flight simulator to our aviation program. Awesome technology!!
#edtechchat
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:12 PM EST
Wow!! That is a sweet
#toptechtoy
for a school! You’re very lucky!
#edtechchat
In reply to @nick_schumacher
DennisDill
Nov 21 @ 8:12 PM EST
we have the Parrot Bebop ... using the phone app to fly ...
#edtechchat
In reply to @pNabbie
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:12 PM EST
THAT would be wonderful.
#edtechchat
In reply to @mrterborg
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:13 PM EST
Q2: When evaluating
#TopTechToys
for your classroom, what do you look for? Why?
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:13 PM EST
Are they (robots, etc.) toys or tools?
#edtechchat
In reply to @Edtechnerd
WinkelerD
Nov 21 @ 8:13 PM EST
haven't purchased any yet. Ss had some they owned n brought in to share with a small group. Looking at some though.
#edtechchat
In reply to @Edtechnerd
technologyWIN
Nov 21 @ 8:13 PM EST
Henry Burroughs,
#edtech
consultant from Brandon, FL
#edtechchat
T_HEB
Nov 21 @ 8:13 PM EST
A1 Blown away by S work w/ an old & trusted favorite.
#MinecraftEdu
creations combined with screencasting is an
#EDUwin
.
#edtechchat
DennisDill
Nov 21 @ 8:13 PM EST
we have done School fly overs ... working on a news segment using the camera ... soon integrating into classrooms
#edtechchat
In reply to @Edtechnerd
BadgrTeam
Nov 21 @ 8:13 PM EST
Hi there Kim (aka
@EdTechyKim
) from the Badgr Team joining a bit late
#edtechchat
In reply to @EdTechyKim
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:13 PM EST
SubQ3 : Is ice cream pie an acceptable substitute for pecan pie?
#edtechchat
WinkelerD
Nov 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
nope, but definitely going to look at it!
#edtechchat
In reply to @bergincolleen
EdTechPeck
Nov 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
A2 Does it benefit kids? If yes continue if no ditch it
#edtechchat
bergincolleen
Nov 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
A2: Easy integration with curriculum, collaboration, will it engage students, does it serve a GOOD purpose
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
Talk to your nurse, their parents, office, whomever you need to to extinguish those little critters. Long weekend ..
#edtechchat
In reply to @MrsHeikes
DennisDill
Nov 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
and all learning/flying being led by an 8th grade girl ...
#edtechchat
In reply to @Edtechnerd
pNabbie
Nov 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
I want to use the block coding to program mine, but Tickle doesn't support any longer
#edtechchat
In reply to @DennisDill
mjjohnson1216
Nov 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
WOW! Winner, winner, chicken dinner!
#edtechchat
DennisDill
Nov 21 @ 8:13 PM EST
we have done School fly overs ... working on a news segment using the camera ... soon integrating into classrooms
#edtechchat
In reply to @Edtechnerd
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
A2: I look for ties to the curriculum, and content that is readily available. I also look to see if they have a focus on EDU
#edtechchat
bergincolleen
Nov 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
Definitely!
#edtechchat
In reply to @nathan_stevens
MaryBuchananGCC
Nov 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
A2: I look for usability, price, and if it will help the students learn.
#edtechchat
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
A2: will the tech add to the learning? Can we grow in a new way from it?
#edtechchat
LEPAGEMMS
Nov 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
A2: looking for tech toys that provide data and instant feedback for FIP
#edtechchat
technologyWIN
Nov 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
A1: 3D Printer, Phantom 4 Drone. It has been amazing what I have built and what I have seen.
#edtechchat
teachintechgal
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:04 PM EST
Q1.
#Edtechchat
josephaiken11
Nov 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
This seems really cool! I am sure there are a lot of other learning opportunities within it as well.
#UNEedu
#edtechchat
In reply to @nick_schumacher
EdTechPeck
Nov 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
Ice cream is not suitable substitute for pie
#edtechchat
#isthisreallife
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
A2 that kids like it. Sorry teddy ruxspin you are out.
#edtechchat
In reply to @Edtechnerd
jertuller
Nov 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
A2) User friendly, good support, engaging, and I love a "login with Google" button
#edtechchat
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
You can use
@gotynker
in the meantime…Tickle will be working again soon
#edtechchat
In reply to @pNabbie, @DennisDill, @gotynker
beccaj_paradis
Nov 21 @ 8:15 PM EST
A1: I absolutely love Kahoot! It is a fun way to keep students engaged and involved in their progress
#edtechchat
#UNEedu
DigNativesEd
Nov 21 @ 8:15 PM EST
Q2: toys that allow Ss to see world from a differently, opportunities to bring work to life, give opportunities to collaborate
#edtechchat
nick_schumacher
Nov 21 @ 8:15 PM EST
A2. Putting technology into the classroom needs to 1. Meet the needs of Ss at all ability levels. 2. augment the curriculum.
#edtechchat
tsschmidty
Nov 21 @ 8:15 PM EST
A2: Things that integrate into different subjects...ex:
@Sphero
and math
#edtechchat
In reply to @Sphero
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:13 PM EST
Q2: When evaluating
#TopTechToys
for your classroom, what do you look for? Why?
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:15 PM EST
Yes. Now, if you were talking apple ...
#edtechchat
In reply to @nathan_stevens
DennisDill
Nov 21 @ 8:15 PM EST
purchased for out TV program ... will be using with elementary classes ... will be working with teachers
#edtechchat
In reply to @josephaiken11
T_HEB
Nov 21 @ 8:15 PM EST
A2 Guiding questions: Does it help us reach S goals, is it easy for Ss to use, does it play well with other tech tools?
#edtechchat
WinkelerD
Nov 21 @ 8:15 PM EST
A2: ease of use, tech issues, S use and interaction, overall satisfaction from Ss.
#edtechchat
pNabbie
Nov 21 @ 8:15 PM EST
A2: I look for ENGAGEMENT of Ss and Ts (I'm a tech coach...like when I get everyone on board!)
#edtechchat
kellydunshee11
Nov 21 @ 8:15 PM EST
#edtechchat
Yes i agree
In reply to @Wes_Kieschnick
mjjohnson1216
Nov 21 @ 8:15 PM EST
SayWHAT??!?!
#edtechchat
In reply to @nathan_stevens, @Edtechnerd
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:15 PM EST
I best not get into it here... leave it to say, they stay in school. period.
#edtechchat
In reply to @mrterborg
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:15 PM EST
what?? Ice cream pie is delicious
#edtechchat
In reply to @EdTechPeck
K_Deegan1
Nov 21 @ 8:15 PM EST
A2 I would look for something that gives Ss a fun, interactive and new way of learning the same material
#edtechchat
#UNEedu
l_gerhard17
Nov 21 @ 8:15 PM EST
A2: I look to see how appropriate the tool is for students. Will they be able to efficiently use the tool?
#UNEedu
#edtechchat
DuganAdugan
Nov 21 @ 8:16 PM EST
A2. I would look for something that is interactive but focuses on a core subject or content area.
#edtechchat
#uneedu
bergincolleen
Nov 21 @ 8:16 PM EST
I think Joe Biden would disagree, lol
#edtechchat
EdTechPeck
Nov 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
Ice cream is not suitable substitute for pie
#edtechchat
#isthisreallife
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:16 PM EST
A2. Cost, durability, multiple ways of using them, engagement, and growth over years.
#edtechchat
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:16 PM EST
creepy little alien
#edtechchat
In reply to @mjjohnson1216, @Edtechnerd
DigNativesEd
Nov 21 @ 8:16 PM EST
A2: gives Ss different world view, opportunity for something new, need to collaborate with others, aligns to Ss interests
#edtechchat
WonderWorkshop
Nov 21 @ 8:16 PM EST
We focus on education and have a ton of curricular content available to make it easy to implement Dash and Dot
#TopTechToys
#edtechchat
SamMMacDonald96
Nov 21 @ 8:17 PM EST
A2 I pick tech toys that can be used as an assessment, used in multiple subjects, is user friendly, & interactive
#UNEedu
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:17 PM EST
Smart. But have the conversation at School, if you can. Kids stay but .... don't
#edtechchat
In reply to @MrsHeikes
EDU_Ariele
Nov 21 @ 8:17 PM EST
Q2: I would want the tech to be engaging & intertwined with the learning not just "something for Ss to pass the time"
#UNEedu
#edtechchat
kaylaRmoore
Nov 21 @ 8:17 PM EST
A2- innovation, able to relate with mathematics, easy to use, cost
#edtechchat
DennisDill
Nov 21 @ 8:17 PM EST
A2 - I am looking for the "what else can I do with it" factor ... tech should be multi purpose not stand alone.
#edtechchat
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:17 PM EST
Right…it should tie to curriculum and not just used as a reward or time waster
#edtechchat
In reply to @EDU_Ariele
ThatGuyDragon
Nov 21 @ 8:17 PM EST
A2:I ask myself is: is this "toy" useful/purposeful? Not only "does it make it fun," but does it help learning
#edtechchat
#uneedu
josephaiken11
Nov 21 @ 8:17 PM EST
A2 I would really look for the amount of benefit is has for students first and foremost
#edtechchat
#UNEedu
DigNativesEd
Nov 21 @ 8:17 PM EST
A2: more than one program on campus that would benefit from device, how can we leverage to maxaminze usage across content areas
#edtechchat
wkrakower
Nov 21 @ 8:18 PM EST
using them for Hour of Coding Wish I could get someone to come into my school to talk about coding
#edtechchat
In reply to @teachintechgal, @OZOBOT
Rdene915
Nov 21 @ 8:18 PM EST
#edtechchat
#toptechtoys
#edchat
A2 how will it help, what does it do diff, are SS engaged, does it enhance opps for them
In reply to @Edtechnerd
mjjohnson1216
Nov 21 @ 8:18 PM EST
Creepy? Decades ago I drove hundreds of miles to locate two of them for Christmas presents! He "talked" and had matching books.
#edtechchat
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:16 PM EST
creepy little alien
#edtechchat
In reply to @mjjohnson1216, @Edtechnerd
l_gerhard17
Nov 21 @ 8:18 PM EST
I always feel encouraged to give tools a try when they are free
#UNEedu
#edtechchat
In reply to @kaylaRmoore
eppand
Nov 21 @ 8:18 PM EST
Joining a little late, Andrew with
@PBISRewards
from Indiana.
#edtechchat
In reply to @PBISRewards
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:18 PM EST
#edtechchat
In reply to @nathan_stevens, @mjjohnson1216, @Edtechnerd
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:18 PM EST
SubQ4: do you ever name your turkey before you cook it?
#edtechchat
this year's turkey is Jon Bon Jovi. What a turkey!
nick_schumacher
Nov 21 @ 8:18 PM EST
We are very fortunate...Hopefully it is the kids that reap the rewards!!
#edtechchat
In reply to @Edtechnerd
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:18 PM EST
creepy!!!
#edtechchat
In reply to @mrterborg, @nathan_stevens, @mjjohnson1216, @Edtechnerd
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:18 PM EST
As a note-we use “Toy” as an endearing term-it's really an education resource 2 enhance learning 4 students bc of how its used
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:19 PM EST
Tickle's broken?
#edtechchat
In reply to @Edtechnerd, @pNabbie, @DennisDill, @gotynker
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:19 PM EST
@Edtechnerd
it was like a giant ferbie
#edtechchat
In reply to @mjjohnson1216, @Edtechnerd
beccaj_paradis
Nov 21 @ 8:19 PM EST
A2: I would look for something that both promotes engagement and understanding of the material
#edtechchat
#UNEedu
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:19 PM EST
I try hard to avoid using the words toys and games.
#edtechchat
In reply to @Edtechnerd
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:20 PM EST
W/ parrot drones it currently is. It was removed in the recent update. It’ll be fixed
#edtechchat
In reply to @mrterborg, @pNabbie, @DennisDill, @gotynker
teachintechgal
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:20 PM EST
wahooo!
#edtechchat
In reply to @nathan_stevens
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:20 PM EST
oh if you were a little closer Billy
#edtechchat
In reply to @wkrakower, @teachintechgal, @OZOBOT
wkrakower
Nov 21 @ 8:20 PM EST
A2 Ease of use for my students, type of software needed, accessibility for students with disabilities
#edtechchat
EDU_Ariele
Nov 21 @ 8:20 PM EST
only when we raised the: Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, Celebration--those were their names
#edtechchat
In reply to @nathan_stevens
wkrakower
Nov 21 @ 8:20 PM EST
North NJ is not that far ;)
#edtechchat
In reply to @nathan_stevens, @teachintechgal, @OZOBOT
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:20 PM EST
Can you explain why? I’m curious
#edtechchat
In reply to @MrsHeikes
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:21 PM EST
get in the oven Jon. Your music has destroyed a generation
#edtechchat
In reply to @teachintechgal
teachintechgal
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:21 PM EST
Q3 coming up in 1 minute…
#edtechchat
BadgrTeam
Nov 21 @ 8:21 PM EST
A2: open
#digitalbadges
are engaging, provide evidence and are a mobile tools with built in criteria
#edtechchat
CrowdConnect_
Nov 21 @ 8:21 PM EST
Great article on classroom innovation by
@sarah_daren
:
https://t.co/cDjcffNFnV
#edtech
#edtechchat
#ai
In reply to @sarah_daren
techeteacher
Nov 21 @ 8:21 PM EST
The latest The techEteacher Times!
https://t.co/AKqtn3JCJ4
Thanks to
@GreenevilleCity
@gacvetic
#edtech
#edtechchat
In reply to @GreenevilleCity, @gacvetic
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:21 PM EST
on my way
#edtechchat
In reply to @wkrakower, @teachintechgal, @OZOBOT
MaryBuchananGCC
Nov 21 @ 8:21 PM EST
I agree. Many tools out there can greatly benefit students with disabilities if used correctly.
#edtechchat
In reply to @wkrakower
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:21 PM EST
Many of my students know they're tools. We don't bring toys to schools. Games, on the other hand :)
#edtechchat
In reply to @MrsHeikes, @Edtechnerd
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:21 PM EST
The toys and games?
#edtechchat
In reply to @Edtechnerd
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:21 PM EST
True, buy we are discussing toys for the classroom.
#edtechchat
In reply to @BadgrTeam
nick_schumacher
Nov 21 @ 8:21 PM EST
A2.2 We also need to be budget conscious. Recurring license expenses can be a prohibitive factor.
#edtechchat
tsschmidty
Nov 21 @ 8:21 PM EST
Strangely, they are all named "In My Belly"
#edtechchat
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:18 PM EST
SubQ4: do you ever name your turkey before you cook it?
#edtechchat
this year's turkey is Jon Bon Jovi. What a turkey!
teachintechgal
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:22 PM EST
Q3
#edtechchat
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:22 PM EST
Learning activities :)
#edtechchat
tanknitrous
Nov 21 @ 8:22 PM EST
A2. Something that doesn't have planned obsolescence whereby a school doesn't have to find money. Needs to work too. Obvi.
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:22 PM EST
It's amazing what we do for children ...
#edtechchat
In reply to @mjjohnson1216
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:22 PM EST
But yes, toys are for at home
#edtechchat
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:22 PM EST
did someone mention
@tickleapp
#edtechchat
In reply to @Edtechnerd, @mrterborg, @pNabbie, @DennisDill, @gotynker, @tickleapp
bergincolleen
Nov 21 @ 8:22 PM EST
A3: Sadly, individually, teachers do not have much influence over toy purchases. However, teamed up as depts, we have more luck
#edtechchat
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:22 PM EST
good one Todd
#edtechchat
In reply to @tsschmidty
lsrmcknight
Nov 21 @ 8:23 PM EST
Quizlet Live really gets students engaged.
#edtechchat
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:23 PM EST
What???
#edtechchat
In reply to @nathan_stevens, @Edtechnerd, @mrterborg, @pNabbie, @DennisDill, @gotynker, @tickleapp
DigNativesEd
Nov 21 @ 8:23 PM EST
A3: as an admin, my Ts & Ss drive our needs/purchases. I try to provide guidance to keep within the vision of school/program
#edtechchat
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:23 PM EST
Why are they for at home? The name toy or game shouldn’t have negative connotations to learning in the classroom
#edtechchat
In reply to @MrsHeikes
kaylaRmoore
Nov 21 @ 8:23 PM EST
Also love the
@Apple
📺great tech tool
#edtechchat
In reply to @Apple
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:23 PM EST
A3 1000000%
#edtechchat
In reply to @teachintechgal
stephwurking
Nov 21 @ 8:23 PM EST
Hello everyone at
#edtechchat
. Lurking in for a little.
missfplunkett
Nov 21 @ 8:23 PM EST
A3: I am fortunate to pick out products that I think we need. Sometimes I do tests to see if it's right for our program.
#edtechchat
tanknitrous
Nov 21 @ 8:23 PM EST
A3. Not much. Depends on when and if money is available.
#edtechchat
DennisDill
Nov 21 @ 8:23 PM EST
A3 They said we had money for cameras ... I asked for 2 drones ... they said yes ... is that "Influence"
#edtechchat
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:23 PM EST
tickle loves me
#edtechchat
In reply to @MrsHeikes, @Edtechnerd, @mrterborg, @pNabbie, @DennisDill, @gotynker, @tickleapp
mjjohnson1216
Nov 21 @ 8:23 PM EST
They took a 5 minute glance at them, tossed them into the back of their closets never to be heard from again (dead batteries!)
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:22 PM EST
It's amazing what we do for children ...
#edtechchat
In reply to @mjjohnson1216
MATHwithMADISON
Nov 21 @ 8:23 PM EST
A1:? Not necessarily a
#toptechtoy
but
@ClassFlow
has transformed engagement in my classroom and simplified my teacher life
#edtechchat
In reply to @ClassFlow
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:23 PM EST
I thought it was Tur-Duck-In
#edtechchat
In reply to @tsschmidty
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:24 PM EST
did I mention this
#edtechchat
In reply to @MrsHeikes, @Edtechnerd, @mrterborg, @pNabbie, @DennisDill, @gotynker, @tickleapp
WriteOnJulie
Nov 21 @ 8:24 PM EST
How do you test?
#edtechchat
In reply to @missfplunkett
technologyWIN
Nov 21 @ 8:24 PM EST
A2: Look for toys that expand Ss and Ts thoughts and minds.
#edtechchat
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:13 PM EST
Q2: When evaluating
#TopTechToys
for your classroom, what do you look for? Why?
#edtechchat
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:24 PM EST
A3)Thankfully, my admin is very receptive to suggestions as long as they are justified and will truly be used to impact learning
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:24 PM EST
Why, Yes he does.
#edtechchat
In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MrsHeikes, @Edtechnerd, @pNabbie, @DennisDill, @gotynker, @tickleapp
pNabbie
Nov 21 @ 8:24 PM EST
A3: I have a lot of influence on purchases. Always willing to listen & reseach. Twitter & Conferences are gr8t ways to connect
#edtechchat
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:24 PM EST
RT Q3
#edtechchat
teachintechgal
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:22 PM EST
Q3
#edtechchat
gautranguillaum
Nov 21 @ 8:24 PM EST
Great article on classroom innovation by
@sarah_daren
:
https://t.co/H5KgN4QIRS
#edtech
#edtechchat
#ai
In reply to @sarah_daren
MaryBuchananGCC
Nov 21 @ 8:24 PM EST
A3: Not too much. We can suggest things, but ultimately admins make the final decision.
#edtechchat
DennisDill
Nov 21 @ 8:25 PM EST
I like to think that if I do my research and there is money available then I can get what I want/need for my kids
#edtechchat
LEPAGEMMS
Nov 21 @ 8:25 PM EST
A3: Our Ts have a voice. however our tech team continues to provide us with ample resources
#edtechchat
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:25 PM EST
SubQ5: is frozen turkey frying an acceptable science experience?
#edtechchat
mjjohnson1216
Nov 21 @ 8:25 PM EST
A3. Like to "pilot" new adventures before diving in with both feet. Much to be said for having "ownership" in the selection.
#edtechchat
Rdene915
Nov 21 @ 8:25 PM EST
#edtechchat
@quizlet
We played
#quizletlive
on a bus trip this past May lots of fun!
In reply to @lsrmcknight, @quizlet
WriteOnJulie
Nov 21 @ 8:25 PM EST
How do you justify/convince/show impact?
#edtechchat
In reply to @EdTechAmber
shirky17
Nov 21 @ 8:25 PM EST
#edtechchat
A2 i agree
@DennisDill
..."what/how many diff things can we do with this to help us learn"
In reply to @DennisDill
ChrisTuckerEdu
Nov 21 @ 8:25 PM EST
A3: Surveys are usually how I get input from the teachers in my building.
#edtechchat
ConsultJodi
Nov 21 @ 8:25 PM EST
How many teachers would like to have influence on the design of an
#edtech
product?
#edtechchat
technologyWIN
Nov 21 @ 8:26 PM EST
A3: Being an
#edtech
consultant, I like to show them off at conferences.
#edtechchat
teachintechgal
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:22 PM EST
Q3
#edtechchat
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:26 PM EST
I'm sorry, I don't mean2 disrespect u. I want my Ss to think of learning thru activities & tools. I use games daily but use act
#edtechchat
In reply to @Edtechnerd
LEPAGEMMS
Nov 21 @ 8:26 PM EST
yes "ownership" makes buy-in so much easier.
#edtechchat
In reply to @mjjohnson1216
robert_schuetz
Nov 21 @ 8:26 PM EST
A3 Jumping in a bit late, but purchasing should B driven by, "What R the experiences we want for our learners?" Get their input.
#edtechchat
Rdene915
Nov 21 @ 8:26 PM EST
#edtechchat
A3 I can suggest and order some items, still go thru review process, we have opp to discuss benefits
In reply to @teachintechgal
pNabbie
Nov 21 @ 8:26 PM EST
A3:
@DonorsChoose
is great when you don't have influence.
#GivingTuesday
is coming soon!
#edtechchat
In reply to @DonorsChoose
jertuller
Nov 21 @ 8:26 PM EST
A3) The more interest the better the chance of a purchase. I'm lucky that I get asked for my opinion.
#edtechchat
kaylaRmoore
Nov 21 @ 8:26 PM EST
A3- we are able to put in a tech donor proposal. P asks for our input and reasons
#edtechchat
tsschmidty
Nov 21 @ 8:26 PM EST
A3: Send them to awesome conferences like
#CUE17
, let them get ideas, and let them experiment
#edtechchat
@CUERockStar
@cueinc
teachintechgal
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:22 PM EST
Q3
#edtechchat
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:27 PM EST
specifically outline what I will be using the item for/what my anticipated learning goals are.I always invite admin to come see.
#edtechchat
WriteOnJulie
Nov 21 @ 8:25 PM EST
How do you justify/convince/show impact?
#edtechchat
In reply to @EdTechAmber
BadgrTeam
Nov 21 @ 8:27 PM EST
A3: Purchases could be evaluated on long term affects/impacts
#edtechchat
MATHwithMADISON
Nov 21 @ 8:27 PM EST
Q3: As a T, not much control. As Math Department Chair I can use Dept $ on whatever we deem necessary.
#edtechchat
DennisDill
Nov 21 @ 8:27 PM EST
most of our tech is purchased by district or grants ... school has funds to purchase the small stuff
#edtechchat
In reply to @LEPAGEMMS
missfplunkett
Nov 21 @ 8:27 PM EST
I play with things at conferences or I buy one of something and see if it's durable, and easy for student use.
#edtechchat
In reply to @WriteOnJulie
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:27 PM EST
Don’t worry...No disrespect…just trying to understand changing the name around
#edtechchat
In reply to @MrsHeikes
AMitchell828
Nov 21 @ 8:27 PM EST
A3 I'm so lucky to have a principal that as long as I can make it go w/the curriculum she allows me to buy it.
#edtechchat
I love my
@OZOBOT
BadgrTeam
Nov 21 @ 8:28 PM EST
A3: invest in things student can take with them that last a lifetime
#edtechchat
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:28 PM EST
I have also gone out of my way to apply for as many grants on my own as possible to "foot the bill," if you will...
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:28 PM EST
If you have an idea Milken - Penn GSE is coming up soon. Funding for Ed Tech ventures
@MilkenInstitute
@Penn
#edtechchat
In reply to @ConsultJodi, @MilkenInstitute, @Penn
T_HEB
Nov 21 @ 8:28 PM EST
Feel very supported. Tech Dir
@plennig
provides what we need if connected to S learning & development of our 1:1.
#edtechchat
In reply to @plennig
mjjohnson1216
Nov 21 @ 8:29 PM EST
A3. Looking 4ward to conferences spreading their wings/inventing innovative approaches to reach out to those who aren't present.
#edtechchat
tsschmidty
Nov 21 @ 8:26 PM EST
A3: Send them to awesome conferences like
#CUE17
, let them get ideas, and let them experiment
#edtechchat
@CUERockStar
@cueinc
teachintechgal
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:22 PM EST
Q3
#edtechchat
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:29 PM EST
SubQ6: Are turkey tacos an acceptable replacement for the whole thanksgiving meal?
#edtechchat
gavlewisdesign
Nov 21 @ 8:29 PM EST
Videos made with a lightboard could help children who learn differently, and teaching depts could share.
#plearnchat
#edtechchat
#flipclass
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:24 PM EST
A3)Thankfully, my admin is very receptive to suggestions as long as they are justified and will truly be used to impact learning
#edtechchat
lsrmcknight
Nov 21 @ 8:29 PM EST
@jodidean
as a special ed teacher I love tech with audio which is not common
#edtechchat
In reply to @JodiDean
DennisDill
Nov 21 @ 8:29 PM EST
a brave risk taking Admin is awesome ... I work for one of those ...
@JSAPrincipal
rocks
#edtechchat
In reply to @AMitchell828, @OZOBOT, @JSAPrincipal
robert_schuetz
Nov 21 @ 8:30 PM EST
Works for me!
#edtechchat
In reply to @nathan_stevens
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:30 PM EST
Q4 coming up in 1 minute…
#edtechchat
ConsultJodi
Nov 21 @ 8:30 PM EST
I am launching
@SideJobs4Tchers
. Hence
#edtech
could hire teachers for product testing.
#edtechchat
In reply to @mrterborg, @MilkenInstitute, @Penn, @SideJobs4Tchers
LEPAGEMMS
Nov 21 @ 8:30 PM EST
yes so important, always looking for audio.
#edtechchat
In reply to @lsrmcknight, @JodiDean
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:30 PM EST
A3?
#edtechchat
I might start here -
https://t.co/kPIFE8sUDF
Rdene915
Nov 21 @ 8:30 PM EST
#edtechchat
Sub A6 Hmm, the gravy would make it a soggy taco.
In reply to @nathan_stevens
mjjohnson1216
Nov 21 @ 8:30 PM EST
Oh YES! especially on the beach in Cancun.
#edtechchat
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:29 PM EST
SubQ6: Are turkey tacos an acceptable replacement for the whole thanksgiving meal?
#edtechchat
poida
Nov 21 @ 8:30 PM EST
We really don't know what students can do on their own until we get out of their way 👉
#edtech
is a way!
https://t.co/SN97DTamHQ
#edtechchat
missfplunkett
Nov 21 @ 8:30 PM EST
Yes! Thankful for a local company that donated $5,000. Things I purchased came in Friday.My students are going to be so excited!
#edtechchat
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:28 PM EST
I have also gone out of my way to apply for as many grants on my own as possible to "foot the bill," if you will...
#edtechchat
shirky17
Nov 21 @ 8:31 PM EST
#edtechchat
lightboard is very expensive ????
@gavlewisdesign
In reply to @gavlewisdesign
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:31 PM EST
Q4: How do you introduce new
#TopTechToys
to your classroom?
#edtechchat
BadgrTeam
Nov 21 @ 8:31 PM EST
Q4: ask students to bring them in for show and tell
#edtechchat
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:32 PM EST
That is so exciting!I know my kids LOVE unboxing new bots when they come in.It's like christmas for my 7th grade robotics class.
#edtechchat
missfplunkett
Nov 21 @ 8:30 PM EST
Yes! Thankful for a local company that donated $5,000. Things I purchased came in Friday.My students are going to be so excited!
#edtechchat
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:28 PM EST
I have also gone out of my way to apply for as many grants on my own as possible to "foot the bill," if you will...
#edtechchat
FirstAtBat
Nov 21 @ 8:32 PM EST
A3: It might not be in the budget, but my admin and school embraces us reaching outside the box and find funding
#edtechchat
DennisDill
Nov 21 @ 8:32 PM EST
I can't fly it, but my student Julia has it almost mastered ... she is working on a news segment ...
#edtechchat
In reply to @shirky17
LEPAGEMMS
Nov 21 @ 8:32 PM EST
A4: Recently had tech coach come into my classroom to help teach the students about I-Movie. They pick up so quick.
#edtechchat
bergincolleen
Nov 21 @ 8:32 PM EST
A4: Depends - typically allow students to play with it first before using it as a required assignment.
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:32 PM EST
I presume you've seen Makey Makey,
@BareConductive
,
@WonderWorkshop
then?
#edtechchat
In reply to @lsrmcknight, @JodiDean, @BareConductive, @WonderWorkshop
missfplunkett
Nov 21 @ 8:32 PM EST
A4: With my Dash's, I showed them the Wonder League video, then did a quick group lesson on Blockly and set the students free!
#edtechchat
DigNativesEd
Nov 21 @ 8:32 PM EST
A4: pilot w/small group, then rollout to class. Train a Ts or 2, to be the champion on your campus for that toy
#buildateam
#edtechchat
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:32 PM EST
A4 I want Ss to be involved in the whole process…So I start with essential Qs that tie to the toy being introduced
#edtechchat
ChrisTuckerEdu
Nov 21 @ 8:32 PM EST
A4: I introduce teachers to new tech toys by creating new tech badges for PD.
#edtechchat
shirky17
Nov 21 @ 8:32 PM EST
A4
#edtechchat
just bought a smart TV & set up on a table....we will look and see what we can do with it...
AMitchell828
Nov 21 @ 8:33 PM EST
A4 I introduce it to the entire group and then have them get in small groups to explore it. Hands on learning at its best.
#edtechchat
tsschmidty
Nov 21 @ 8:33 PM EST
If it is… I don't want to live in that world…
#edtechchat
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:29 PM EST
SubQ6: Are turkey tacos an acceptable replacement for the whole thanksgiving meal?
#edtechchat
lsrmcknight
Nov 21 @ 8:33 PM EST
A4 My students and I learn together as they are often more proficient than I.
#edtechchat
FirstAtBat
Nov 21 @ 8:33 PM EST
A4: Usually explore, we are trying something new together. We look at videos and resources for ideas, challenges.
#edtechchat
pNabbie
Nov 21 @ 8:33 PM EST
A4: I try to introduce new toys when I push into classroom. I try to connect content to get T buy-in. Ss buy-in much quicker.
#edtechchat
LEPAGEMMS
Nov 21 @ 8:33 PM EST
@meredithedtech
love this idea!
#edtechchat
In reply to @ChrisTuckerEdu, @meredithedtech
MaryBuchananGCC
Nov 21 @ 8:33 PM EST
A4: I would use it as part of the whole lesson, use it as a whole class, then in smaller groups.
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:33 PM EST
I start my PK students in iMovie. They create their own movies.
#edtechchat
In reply to @LEPAGEMMS
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:33 PM EST
A4)Honestly,letting the Ss experiment w/ them has been best method of introduction.If they have ?s, it's great for prob solving
#edtechchat
mjjohnson1216
Nov 21 @ 8:33 PM EST
Man, oh man ... how cool that must be! Wish I was there to earn a badge. YOU ROCK!
#edtechchat
ChrisTuckerEdu
Nov 21 @ 8:32 PM EST
A4: I introduce teachers to new tech toys by creating new tech badges for PD.
#edtechchat
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:34 PM EST
A4: usually small groups, for a while, then they can explore during the appropriate time on their own.
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:34 PM EST
What do you have?
#edtechchat
In reply to @EdTechAmber
tanknitrous
Nov 21 @ 8:34 PM EST
A4. Slowly. Start simple. They're tech natives so, they're fast. Doesn't take much time to ratchet up.
#edtechchat
MATHwithMADISON
Nov 21 @ 8:34 PM EST
Q4: Revisit expectations and remind that the purpose is for enhancing their learning.
#edtechchat
ChrisTuckerEdu
Nov 21 @ 8:34 PM EST
A4: I also make sure to use the tech tools I'm introducing in my PD sessions so Ts see how it can be used.
#edtechchat
robert_schuetz
Nov 21 @ 8:34 PM EST
A4 Bring "beta" items to the cafeteria, or team meetings, show what they can do, & get out of the way. Set up backchannel for ?s
#edtechchat
kaylaRmoore
Nov 21 @ 8:34 PM EST
A4- mostly dive right in together. I will show them what I have learned and see what they can teach others
#edtechchat
FirstAtBat
Nov 21 @ 8:34 PM EST
Speaking of which, new to us when we return from break is
@Parrot
drone. New to all of us.
#edtechchat
In reply to @Parrot
DennisDill
Nov 21 @ 8:34 PM EST
tech/toys should inspire the kids to do something ... bought some new mics and kids got excited about recording audio
#edtechchat
In reply to @shirky17
MATHwithMADISON
Nov 21 @ 8:35 PM EST
great ideas!!
#edtechchat
In reply to @DigNativesEd
T_HEB
Nov 21 @ 8:35 PM EST
A4 Guided discovery is a helpful approach. Let Ss explore, play, & learn functionality then apply to work at hand.
#edtechchat
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:35 PM EST
3 Dash and Dots, 2 M-bots, Code-a-pillar, 4 ozobots, 2 Osmos, 2 BlueBots, and 2 mousebots..... Ss lead peer mentoring
#edtechchat
In reply to @mrterborg
DennisDill
Nov 21 @ 8:35 PM EST
Thanksgiving on the go ... for those who have to hit multiple meals in one day.
#edtechchat
In reply to @nathan_stevens
jertuller
Nov 21 @ 8:35 PM EST
A4) Go Slow! No need to master but be knowledgeable. I got my
@breakoutEDU
a week ago and I'm figuring out how to best use it
#edtechchat
In reply to @breakoutEDU
mjjohnson1216
Nov 21 @ 8:35 PM EST
::Jumping in my car as I send this text message::: coming soon to YOUR school so I can learn more from YOU & your team!
#edtechchat
ChrisTuckerEdu
Nov 21 @ 8:34 PM EST
A4: I also make sure to use the tech tools I'm introducing in my PD sessions so Ts see how it can be used.
#edtechchat
iplante
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:36 PM EST
Thoughts to this community and to the edus I know in this area: 6 dead in Tennessee school bus crash
https://t.co/HFCBeEC0f1
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:36 PM EST
Library media center too ... :)
#edtechchat
In reply to @robert_schuetz
MATHwithMADISON
Nov 21 @ 8:36 PM EST
love the badges idea!!
#edtechchat
In reply to @ChrisTuckerEdu
robert_schuetz
Nov 21 @ 8:36 PM EST
A4 After initial "shock & awe" have Ss or Ts bring their learning targets to develop plans for focused usage.
#edtechchat
technologyWIN
Nov 21 @ 8:36 PM EST
A4: Let the Ss and Ts see you using them.
#edtechchat
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:31 PM EST
Q4: How do you introduce new
#TopTechToys
to your classroom?
#edtechchat
DigNativesEd
Nov 21 @ 8:36 PM EST
thanks, I love all of the ideas I am seeing here. my fav, "get out of the way & let them play!"
#edtechchat
In reply to @MATHwithMADISON
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:36 PM EST
LOVE!!!!!!!!!!!!
#edtechchat
missfplunkett
Nov 21 @ 8:34 PM EST
My students unboxing our Dash robots! We are on break this week or I would let them open our little bits. I want to play! ;)
In reply to @EdTechAmber
lsrmcknight
Nov 21 @ 8:36 PM EST
@mrterbourg
No, I haven't, but I will check them out, thx!
#edtechchat
gavlewisdesign
Nov 21 @ 8:36 PM EST
@LEPAGEMMS
great idea! Simple programs like iMovie remove the barrier to entry.
#edtechchat
In reply to @LEPAGEMMS
EduGladiators
Nov 21 @ 8:37 PM EST
💻Join
#EduGladiators
Podcast LIVE TONIGHT w/
@RandallSampson
https://t.co/cZjzDzdUba
#4thchat
#cdnedchat
#edtechchat
#flipclass
#LearnLAP
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:37 PM EST
@missfplunkett
The whole taking part in the unboxing process is HUGE for students gaining ownership
#edtechchat
In reply to @EdTechAmber, @missfplunkett
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:37 PM EST
How do you like Codapillar? and Osmos? My goal is to get Dash and Dots and parrot drones or something similar.
#edtechchat
In reply to @EdTechAmber
kirish43
Nov 21 @ 8:37 PM EST
#edtechchat
A think pair share
robert_schuetz
Nov 21 @ 8:37 PM EST
Planning & stocking a
#makerspace
in our newly remodeled media center. Mobile or stationary; what do you think?
#edtechchat
In reply to @mrterborg
MrJohnson5th
Nov 21 @ 8:37 PM EST
Looking at using
@stikbot
in my classroom as a tool for students to make stop motion animations!
#edtech
#edtechchat
#STEM
#stopmotion
JamesBSchultz
Nov 21 @ 8:38 PM EST
Advancements in
#Education
Programs, Products, and Policies to Expect in 2017
https://t.co/qVerOcgUEm
by
@EdNETBiz
#edtechchat
In reply to @EdNETBiz
Rdene915
Nov 21 @ 8:38 PM EST
#edtechchat
#edtech
A4 I try them out, see purpose, then use them, let Ss figure it out, get Ss fdbk, reflect
In reply to @Edtechnerd
kirish43
Nov 21 @ 8:38 PM EST
#edtechchat
A4 and let them teach what they have learned to younger students
TreyKingFC
Nov 21 @ 8:38 PM EST
A1:
#edtechchat
@teachintechgal
In reply to @teachintechgal
TreyKingFC
May 13 @ 2:17 PM EDT
Art
#gocrickets
#STEAM
@Sphero
@fccrickets
In reply to @Sphero, @fccrickets
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:38 PM EST
We have 2 parrot drones too, but not a huge fan. We outgrew Code-a-pillar really quickly. My kids also LOVE
@bloxelsbuilder
.
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:37 PM EST
How do you like Codapillar? and Osmos? My goal is to get Dash and Dots and parrot drones or something similar.
#edtechchat
In reply to @EdTechAmber
jertuller
Nov 21 @ 8:38 PM EST
A4 cont) "You never get a second chance at a first impression."
#edtechchat
tsschmidty
Nov 21 @ 8:38 PM EST
A4: One of my favorite ways is to teach a lesson for a teacher in introduce a new tech toy that way…
#edtechchat
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:31 PM EST
Q4: How do you introduce new
#TopTechToys
to your classroom?
#edtechchat
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:39 PM EST
Agreed. I even let them figure out the names and charging station locations and procedures.They are responsible for it all
#edtechchat
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:37 PM EST
@missfplunkett
The whole taking part in the unboxing process is HUGE for students gaining ownership
#edtechchat
In reply to @EdTechAmber, @missfplunkett
missfplunkett
Nov 21 @ 8:39 PM EST
What about one of both? ;)
#edtechchat
In reply to @robert_schuetz, @mrterborg
DigNativesEd
Nov 21 @ 8:39 PM EST
RT
@jertuller
A4 cont) "You never get a second chance at a first impression."
#edtechchat
In reply to @jertuller
gavlewisdesign
Nov 21 @ 8:39 PM EST
A4) The barrier to entry needs to be low. Focus on fun first, then how it works!
#edtechchat
robert_schuetz
Nov 21 @ 8:39 PM EST
open, but I'm leaning towards a hybrid approach w/ central facility + checkout carts. Thoughts?
#edtechchat
In reply to @mrterborg
DigNativesEd
Nov 21 @ 8:39 PM EST
RT
@gavlewisdesign
A4) The barrier to entry needs to be low. Focus on fun first, then how it works!
#edtechchat
In reply to @gavlewisdesign
teachintechgal
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q5 coming up in 1 minute…
#edtechchat
FirstAtBat
Nov 21 @ 8:40 PM EST
Love the idea. When we return we have lots to unpack:
@PlayOsmo
, Rover,
@Ozobot
, the Drones,
@littleBits
2 more Dash
#edtechchat
#excited
In reply to @PlayOsmo, @OZOBOT, @littleBits
rondorland
Nov 21 @ 8:40 PM EST
Join a great classroom xmas project.
https://t.co/fMxBhi46W4
#cdnedchat
#tlap
#edtechchat
robert_schuetz
Nov 21 @ 8:40 PM EST
You must be a mindreader! That's what we're looking into.
#edtechchat
In reply to @missfplunkett, @mrterborg
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:40 PM EST
Did you get the game boards as well? Really important to allow them to physically build on the boards and not just use the app.
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:39 PM EST
Good to know. My Ss will experience
@bloxelsbuilder
after Thanksgiving break or Winter. Depends on app install
In reply to @EdTechAmber, @bloxelsbuilder, @bloxelsbuilder
teachintechgal
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:41 PM EST
Q5
#edtechchat
mjjohnson1216
Nov 21 @ 8:41 PM EST
Wondering why tech nerds have such a marvelous sense of humor?
#edtechchat
bergincolleen
Nov 21 @ 8:41 PM EST
Ts in my building either self-train or get help from building ITF. Ss are not involved in that training.
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:41 PM EST
With enough to have mobile for grade lvl / range of lvls.
#edtechchat
In reply to @robert_schuetz
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:41 PM EST
A5:Last yr I had my Ss become a tech team & help other rooms, including Ts w/ new apps & tools they'd gotten. Great 4 moral
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:41 PM EST
I have one board.
#edtechchat
In reply to @EdTechAmber
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:41 PM EST
I teach 1st, btw
#edtechchat
kirish43
Nov 21 @ 8:42 PM EST
#edtechchat
our sis teach our teachers
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:42 PM EST
A5 - Ss are the best teachers. If you are unsure how to use something, let Ss figure it out and teach others
#edtechchat
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:42 PM EST
No, I haven't. We just purchased two
@JimuRobot
that should show up after Thanksgiving Break. Excited to experiment!
#edtechchat
kirish43
Nov 21 @ 8:39 PM EST
@mrterborg
have tried the code and go robots?
In reply to @EdTechAmber, @bloxelsbuilder, @mrterborg
DigNativesEd
Nov 21 @ 8:42 PM EST
A5: We involve Ss in all appropriate areas. If toy for 1 class, Ts does self train. If for all Ts, the
#digitalteam
leads PD
#edtechchat
MaryBuchananGCC
Nov 21 @ 8:42 PM EST
A5: I would say it depends on what is being used. Some can be done through self-training. Others Ss can be involved.
#edtechchat
pNabbie
Nov 21 @ 8:42 PM EST
A5: I host trainings, push into classrooms, showcase at faculty meetings. MODEL = buy in!
#edtechchat
TreyKingFC
Nov 21 @ 8:42 PM EST
A4:
@Edtechnerd
#edtechchat
problem solving through play.
In reply to @Edtechnerd
tsschmidty
Nov 21 @ 8:43 PM EST
A5:One good way to get teachers to use new tech is to train a group of students & have them teach the class the new app or toy!
#edtechchat
teachintechgal
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:41 PM EST
Q5
#edtechchat
DennisDill
Nov 21 @ 8:43 PM EST
A5 If you want the good toys you need to be ready to train yourself ... if I wanted a drone had to be ready to train myself.
#edtechchat
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:43 PM EST
A5 Good educational toy companies have training content for Ts created - Shows they care about Ts and how successful they are
#edtechchat
LEPAGEMMS
Nov 21 @ 8:43 PM EST
A5: Had Ss from RegEd class come to my resource room to teach students how to use co_spaces. Ss enjoyed the collaboration
#edtechchat
ChrisTuckerEdu
Nov 21 @ 8:43 PM EST
A5: We use the badges to train teachers. To earn the badge Ts have to use the tech tool in class, so Ss are a part of training.
#edtechchat
robert_schuetz
Nov 21 @ 8:43 PM EST
A5 Student led "speed-dating" provided excellent, quick-hitting training sessions for Ts. Very engaging for all!
#edtechchat
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:43 PM EST
A5: iPads we held informal trngs amongst Ts
#edtechchat
LEPAGEMMS
Nov 21 @ 8:43 PM EST
love including Ss in training.
#edtechchat
In reply to @ChrisTuckerEdu
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:44 PM EST
A5 Good educational toy companies invest in PD for educators - Available in a number of different methods
#edtechchat
tanknitrous
Nov 21 @ 8:44 PM EST
A5. Training from tech teachers. Ss are not involved.
#edtechchat
teachintechgal
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:44 PM EST
Yes!
#edtechchat
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:43 PM EST
A5 Good educational toy companies have training content for Ts created - Shows they care about Ts and how successful they are
#edtechchat
missfplunkett
Nov 21 @ 8:44 PM EST
A5: I learned more about Minecraft in the two hours my students completed a challenge last week than any workshop or book!
#edtechchat
kaylaRmoore
Nov 21 @ 8:44 PM EST
A5- Ts get PD from our great tech coaches
@meredithedtech
and
@Jason_Olinger
so much to learn
#edtechchat
In reply to @meredithedtech, @Jason_Olinger
jertuller
Nov 21 @ 8:44 PM EST
A5) Training? That's cute! Everything has an online tutorial and Twitter is amazing in helping. Always collect student feedback
#edtechchat
DigNativesEd
Nov 21 @ 8:44 PM EST
A5: Our Ss tech team leading training for Ts that are hired mid year, nxt yr involve them in pre-school fall PD 4 all Ts
#edtechchat
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:44 PM EST
Will do. Had my robotics team research bots they thought we should add to our arsenal and it was their recommendation.
#edtechchat
missfplunkett
Nov 21 @ 8:43 PM EST
@kirish43
@bloxelsbuilder
@mrterborg
oooh fun! Let me know what you think!
In reply to @EdTechAmber, @JimuRobot, @kirish43, @bloxelsbuilder, @mrterborg
DennisDill
Nov 21 @ 8:44 PM EST
If you're waiting to be trained on the new toys before you use them they will be outdated and you will be "lame"
#edtechchat
T_HEB
Nov 21 @ 8:44 PM EST
A5 Ss are a great resource when learning new tech tools. Giving them the reigns is transformative in so many ways!
#edtechchat
lsrmcknight
Nov 21 @ 8:44 PM EST
A5 Some in-school professional development, or help from a tech coach for a class period.
#edtechchat
MaryBuchananGCC
Nov 21 @ 8:45 PM EST
Students can be great teachers sometimes, especially when it is something they are passionate about.
#edtechchat
In reply to @missfplunkett
DigNativesEd
Nov 21 @ 8:45 PM EST
A5: Our Ss teach our Ts & other Ss new tricks and short cuts daily in the classroom.
#edtechchat
TreyKingFC
Nov 21 @ 8:45 PM EST
A4:
#edtechchat
TreyKingFC
May 13 @ 2:13 PM EDT
Last day with
@Sphero
art
@fccrickets
#gocrickets
In reply to @Sphero, @fccrickets
njsilva
Nov 21 @ 8:45 PM EST
#edtech
#edtechchat
whitechrisf1
Nov 21 @ 4:13 PM EST
No time for a webinar? 6 minutes, see all the features of making a New Google Site.
#gafesummit
#gafechat
...
https://t.co/RVvlhSSZsa
missfplunkett
Nov 21 @ 8:45 PM EST
Truth. One of the reasons we bought
@littleBits
last week was because of their free PD special! We wanted to utilize them right!
#edtechchat
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:44 PM EST
A5 Good educational toy companies invest in PD for educators - Available in a number of different methods
#edtechchat
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:45 PM EST
@Edtechnerd
or companies acknowledge teachers who are doing good things with their products and share to others
#edtechchat
In reply to @teachintechgal, @Edtechnerd
DigNativesEd
Nov 21 @ 8:45 PM EST
Love the idea of earning badges!
#edtechchat
ChrisTuckerEdu
Nov 21 @ 8:43 PM EST
A5: We use the badges to train teachers. To earn the badge Ts have to use the tech tool in class, so Ss are a part of training.
#edtechchat
LEPAGEMMS
Nov 21 @ 8:45 PM EST
yes!
#edtechchat
In reply to @kaylaRmoore, @meredithedtech, @Jason_Olinger
T_HEB
Nov 21 @ 8:46 PM EST
A5 We also enjoy colleague-to-colleague sharing,
#EdCampMe
and end-of-year Tech Camp. Many ideas shared this way.
#edtechchat
tsschmidty
Nov 21 @ 8:46 PM EST
I want to do a staff meeting this way...learn from students on cool apps or ideas to bring into the classroom!
#edtechchat
robert_schuetz
Nov 21 @ 8:43 PM EST
A5 Student led "speed-dating" provided excellent, quick-hitting training sessions for Ts. Very engaging for all!
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:46 PM EST
Have you thought about teaching your resource students first and then let them teach your RegEd students? :)
#edtechchat
In reply to @LEPAGEMMS
DennisDill
Nov 21 @ 8:46 PM EST
Won a Galaxy Tab E from
@SamsingEdu
#SamsungSolve
... my daughter had to show me how to turn it on ... sorry I'm a Mac guy
#edtechchat
DigNativesEd
Nov 21 @ 8:47 PM EST
A5: We host a tech tuesday each week, have a planned mini PD on specific topic & also time for Q&A about all tech in class
#edtechchat
ChrisTuckerEdu
Nov 21 @ 8:47 PM EST
If you want to see a really cool new tech toy, check out Holobuilder to build a VR field trip!
https://t.co/EQD7qd6KcH
#edtechchat
pNabbie
Nov 21 @ 8:47 PM EST
Anyone used
@KamigamiRobots
? I bought enough for every class. Would love to collaborate with other Ts
#edtechchat
In reply to @KamigamiRobots
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:47 PM EST
Nope. I blame ...
#edtechchat
In reply to @mjjohnson1216
polonerd
Nov 21 @ 8:47 PM EST
So accurate. Why wait for someone to teach you any tech tool? Only way you're going to learn is jumping in.
#edtechchat
In reply to @DennisDill
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:47 PM EST
no need to recreate the wheel
#edtechchat
In reply to @Edtechnerd, @teachintechgal
DennisDill
Nov 21 @ 8:47 PM EST
the kids are our best resource ... they showed me how to use Instagram ... Twitter ... all the best tips come from them.
#edtechchat
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:47 PM EST
A5)Yes!My 7th grade robotics class mentors a K-3 class each day/ 9 weeks. Teacher is paired with Ss to learn just like their Ss
#edtechchat
LEPAGEMMS
Nov 21 @ 8:47 PM EST
absolutely would love to get out of the gate first.
#edtechchat
In reply to @mrterborg
robert_schuetz
Nov 21 @ 8:48 PM EST
Ss feel empowered, Ts get a lot of exposure & can dive deeper into "toys" relevant to their classes.
#edtechchat
In reply to @tsschmidty
polonerd
Nov 21 @ 8:48 PM EST
I was just looking at this. Wish I saw it earlier so our Ss could have created one on their FT tomorrow.
#edtechchat
In reply to @ChrisTuckerEdu
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:48 PM EST
#edtechchat
Watch out.. I'm armed.
@nathan_stevens
In reply to @mjjohnson1216, @nathan_stevens
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:49 PM EST
Q6 coming up in 1 minute…
#edtechchat
robert_schuetz
Nov 21 @ 8:49 PM EST
Love this concept! Is this a full day event? Ts and Ss involved?
#edtechchat
In reply to @T_HEB
ChrisTuckerEdu
Nov 21 @ 8:49 PM EST
The Ts have embraced it and have done some really cool things this year! We just had our first Skype field trip
#edtechchat
In reply to @DigNativesEd
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:49 PM EST
I challenge my Ss to come up with ideas for "doubtful" teachers about using toys in the classroom. They have some GREAT ideas
#edtechchat
FirstAtBat
Nov 21 @ 8:49 PM EST
#edtechchat
Where should I go to get help with
@Parrot
drones?
In reply to @Parrot
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:49 PM EST
nerds... I am a marsupial
#edtechchat
In reply to @mjjohnson1216
MsHaughs
Nov 21 @ 8:49 PM EST
Hey
#edtechchat
! Just discovered this chat & thought I'd drop in to catch the end
DennisDill
Nov 21 @ 8:49 PM EST
When I 1st got my MacBookPro a student showed me all the shortcuts ... that Command = Control training was mind blowing!
#edtechchat
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:50 PM EST
Q6: What’s one new thing you have learned that you are excited to implement?
#edtechchat
twoguysde
Nov 21 @ 8:50 PM EST
@T_HEB
#edtechchat
teachers sharing strategies that work is the best PD. We have been doing it through YouTube
https://t.co/vtZQ45BFFv
twoguysde
Nov 21 @ 2:27 PM EST
Teachers save time in your classroom, check out our video
@teacher2teacher
https://t.co/Wt51Gt5Fm6
@tedfujimoto
@coolcatteacher
@mattBgomez
kaylaRmoore
Nov 21 @ 8:50 PM EST
At a few staff meetings last yr. Ts presented apps/websites we liked. Gave new ideas to all.
#edtechchat
polonerd
Nov 21 @ 8:50 PM EST
As more & more Ts are giving
@Schoology
tests w/ Respondus, Ss are jumping in to help newbies
#edtechchat
In reply to @robert_schuetz, @tsschmidty, @Schoology
gavlewisdesign
Nov 21 @ 8:50 PM EST
I wish I had had an Arduino to play around with as a kid ... at home, with a short assignment to get me past the unfamiliarity.
#edtechchat
ChrisTuckerEdu
Nov 21 @ 8:50 PM EST
Its super cool and pretty easy to learn. Maybe for the next field trip!
#edtechchat
In reply to @polonerd
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:50 PM EST
Do it. I dare you. No, I Triple Dog ....
#edtechchat
In reply to @tsschmidty
missfplunkett
Nov 21 @ 8:50 PM EST
@gotynker
has released some great materials.
#edtechchat
In reply to @FirstAtBat, @Parrot, @gotynker
TopTechEDU
Nov 21 @ 8:51 PM EST
See
#TopTechToys
with
@Edtechnerd
and
@teachintechgal
LIVE at
#fetc2017
! Jan26.
https://t.co/5uf6QPvCDF
#edtechchat
In reply to @Edtechnerd, @teachintechgal
teachintechgal
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:51 PM EST
Check out
#edtechchat
radio on the
@bamradionetwork
:
https://t.co/svdau9QBqV
In reply to @BAMRadioNetwork
Gregbagby
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:51 PM EST
Sorry couldn't make t tonight. If you get a moment say a prayer for Chattanooga.
#edtechchat
ABC
Nov 21 @ 6:45 PM EST
BREAKING: At least 6 students have died in crash involving a school bus in Chattanooga, Tennessee, DA says.
https://t.co/SmFd54bTcH
polonerd
Nov 21 @ 8:51 PM EST
If it was my class, they'd be learning how to do it on the bus. It's for another class though.
#edtechchat
In reply to @ChrisTuckerEdu
HalcottMStech
Nov 21 @ 8:51 PM EST
A6: Cant wait to break in our
@breakoutEDU
kits!
#edtechchat
In reply to @breakoutEDU
MsHaughs
Nov 21 @ 8:51 PM EST
Would love to integrate badging into our
#PD
Looking at
@ChromeWarriorPD
as possibility
#edtechchat
In reply to @ChrisTuckerEdu, @ChromeWarriorPD
pNabbie
Nov 21 @ 8:51 PM EST
Q6:
@KamigamiRobots
&
#Makerspaces
#edtechchat
In reply to @KamigamiRobots
mjjohnson1216
Nov 21 @ 8:51 PM EST
::tossing penalty flag :::: (can you tell I'm also watching the football game) desintegrating toy gun = out of chat suspension!
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:48 PM EST
#edtechchat
Watch out.. I'm armed.
@nathan_stevens
In reply to @mjjohnson1216, @nathan_stevens
MaryBuchananGCC
Nov 21 @ 8:51 PM EST
A6: Any of the robot and drone tools! I am super excited to try those in my classroom!
#edtechchat
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:51 PM EST
So sorry to see this!
#edtechchat
In reply to @Gregbagby
DigNativesEd
Nov 21 @ 8:52 PM EST
A6:
@christuckeredu
Badging! Could be a great way to ignite the learning fires
#edtechchat
In reply to @ChrisTuckerEdu
LEPAGEMMS
Nov 21 @ 8:52 PM EST
A6: Having Ss come up with some ideas and implement those in the classroom and then push out to other classes
#empower
#edtechchat
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:52 PM EST
My Ss are actually working on a little
@weebly
site that does student reviews of the tech toys we are using- with T ideas too!
#edtechchat
In reply to @weebly
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:52 PM EST
Movi camera for student teaching video capture
#edtechchat
In reply to @Edtechnerd
twoguysde
Nov 21 @ 8:52 PM EST
A6: The gamification of the classroom is something we're really interested! It's just deciding how to use the resources we have.
#edtechchat
MsHaughs
Nov 21 @ 8:52 PM EST
Love this idea!! Def sharing w/my colleagues for future trainings
#edtechchat
In reply to @robert_schuetz
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:52 PM EST
Yes, they're on my list too.
#edtechchat
In reply to @pNabbie, @KamigamiRobots
Rdene915
Nov 21 @ 8:52 PM EST
#edtechchat
#FETC2017
#FETC
Can't wait to see you there!!
In reply to @TopTechEDU, @Edtechnerd, @teachintechgal
missfplunkett
Nov 21 @ 8:52 PM EST
A5: I am hoping our student led help desk will help train and inspire some teachers too.
#edtechchat
polonerd
Nov 21 @ 8:52 PM EST
I was playing with ours today. I think I'm going to run sessions after school after Thanksgiving
#edtechchat
In reply to @HalcottMStech, @breakoutEDU
tsschmidty
Nov 21 @ 8:52 PM EST
Well, if you throw down the triple-dog dare...then I have no choice!
#edtechchat
In reply to @mrterborg
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:52 PM EST
A6: Breakout! :)
#edtechchat
FirstAtBat
Nov 21 @ 8:53 PM EST
A6: The drones will be new,
@PlayOsmo
will be new and
@littleBits
The students ordered a Rover with their
@buncee
winnings
#edtechchat
In reply to @PlayOsmo, @littleBits, @Buncee
nymathtutor9
Nov 21 @ 8:53 PM EST
A6 I got a new digital writing tablet that my students love to use during 1 on 1 shsat sessions
#edtechchat
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:53 PM EST
:) Only if you can get away with it. Err, I mean use it to motivate and encourage fellow faculty members
#edtechchat
In reply to @tsschmidty
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:53 PM EST
RT Q6
#edtechchat
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:50 PM EST
Q6: What’s one new thing you have learned that you are excited to implement?
#edtechchat
LEPAGEMMS
Nov 21 @ 8:53 PM EST
A6: A6: I want badges for my Ss too. They will be so onboard
@meredithedtech
#edtechchat
In reply to @meredithedtech
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:53 PM EST
I will once it goes live. We are fixing the typical teenage grammatical issues right now. Haha..
#edtechchat
pNabbie
Nov 21 @ 8:53 PM EST
Sweet...do share!
In reply to @EdTechAmber, @weebly
gavlewisdesign
Nov 21 @ 8:53 PM EST
A6: Let students teach students!
#edtechchat
LibrarianLister
Nov 21 @ 8:53 PM EST
Exactly. I haven't read every book in my library and I definitely don't need to learn every tool before my kids.
#edtechchat
DennisDill
Nov 21 @ 8:44 PM EST
If you're waiting to be trained on the new toys before you use them they will be outdated and you will be "lame"
#edtechchat
T_HEB
Nov 21 @ 8:54 PM EST
Tech Camp is 3 days after the end of yr.
@plenning
does a great job organizing. No Ss yet, but it's a good idea
@robert_schuetz
#edtechchat
In reply to @Plenning, @robert_schuetz
ChrisTuckerEdu
Nov 21 @ 8:54 PM EST
We just got two Breakout boxes, I'm excited to introduce them to the Ts next week.
#edtechchat
In reply to @MrsHeikes
mrterborg
Nov 21 @ 8:54 PM EST
Here ... You've been warned ... .
https://t.co/kPIFE8Kw2f
#edtechchat
In reply to @MaryBuchananGCC
wkrakower
Nov 21 @ 8:54 PM EST
A6
@breakoutEDU
and just got the go ahead that I can do it this winter!!!
#edtechchat
In reply to @breakoutEDU
slm12
Nov 21 @ 8:54 PM EST
I am teaching teachers how to use it in their classrooms. So exciting. It is awesome.
#edtechchat
In reply to @polonerd, @HalcottMStech, @breakoutEDU
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:54 PM EST
So much fun!!! You will love it!
#edtechchat
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:52 PM EST
A6: Breakout! :)
#edtechchat
DigNativesEd
Nov 21 @ 8:54 PM EST
A6: increasing Ss engagement with design and execution of PD 4 Ts & Ss, b/c Ss must be trained! Ss are digital but need support
#edtechchat
mjjohnson1216
Nov 21 @ 8:54 PM EST
Looks like you're under the bus smelling diesel fumes?
#edtechchat
In reply to @nathan_stevens
MaryBuchananGCC
Nov 21 @ 8:55 PM EST
Thanks! This can definitely come in handy.
#edtechchat
In reply to @mrterborg
slm12
Nov 21 @ 8:55 PM EST
Which ones are you doing with Ts?
@breakoutEDU
#edtechchat
In reply to @ChrisTuckerEdu, @MrsHeikes, @breakoutEDU
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:55 PM EST
So powerful!! Get your older kids mentoring your younger ones! After all, you learn best by teaching, right? Problem solving...
#edtechchat
gavlewisdesign
Nov 21 @ 8:53 PM EST
A6: Let students teach students!
#edtechchat
ChrisTuckerEdu
Nov 21 @ 8:56 PM EST
Haha, I'd be the same way!
#edtechchat
In reply to @polonerd
polonerd
Nov 21 @ 8:56 PM EST
I threw a question out this afternoon and got bombarded w/ great answers from my PLN
#edtechchat
In reply to @slm12, @HalcottMStech, @breakoutEDU
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:56 PM EST
Ummmm...I am a T. ;) I work with 1st graders. I don't know what I will do yet. Excited to try one now!
#edtechchat
In reply to @slm12, @ChrisTuckerEdu, @breakoutEDU
slm12
Nov 21 @ 8:56 PM EST
Actually was given an
#edcamp
impact grant for $1000. Buying a box for every school!
#edtechchat
In reply to @polonerd, @HalcottMStech, @breakoutEDU
legendlearning
Nov 21 @ 8:56 PM EST
love
#edtechchat
so many great ideas and resources!
In reply to @teachintechgal, @BAMRadioNetwork
DigNativesEd
Nov 21 @ 8:56 PM EST
Getting excited for holidays
#edtechchat
sometimes tech can't beat homemade
technologyWIN
Nov 21 @ 8:56 PM EST
A6: The smaller drones that can work with Tickle!
#edtechchat
gavlewisdesign
Nov 21 @ 8:56 PM EST
@shirky17
The cheapest ones I've found are $5k. Mine will be around 700 or lower. I want high schools to be able to afford!
#edtechchat
shirky17
Nov 21 @ 8:31 PM EST
#edtechchat
lightboard is very expensive ????
@gavlewisdesign
In reply to @gavlewisdesign
WriteOnJulie
Nov 21 @ 8:56 PM EST
Also helps create community & build
#PositiveCulture
#edtechchat
In reply to @EdTechAmber
ChrisTuckerEdu
Nov 21 @ 8:57 PM EST
We're going to do the faculty meeting
#edtechchat
In reply to @slm12, @MrsHeikes, @breakoutEDU
mjjohnson1216
Nov 21 @ 8:57 PM EST
Are you going to share?
#edtechchat
DigNativesEd
Nov 21 @ 8:56 PM EST
Getting excited for holidays
#edtechchat
sometimes tech can't beat homemade
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:57 PM EST
I have experienced some great moments from Ss interacting together this year. It was an experiment and has worked out great!
#edtechchat
WriteOnJulie
Nov 21 @ 8:56 PM EST
Also helps create community & build
#PositiveCulture
#edtechchat
In reply to @EdTechAmber
slm12
Nov 21 @ 8:58 PM EST
I hear the Dr. Seuss ones are great for little ones. My Q was more for
@ChrisTuckerEdu
#edtechchat
In reply to @MrsHeikes, @ChrisTuckerEdu, @breakoutEDU, @ChrisTuckerEdu
teachintechgal
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:58 PM EST
Thanks for joining this week’s
#edtechchat
! Don’t forget to follow your new connections from tonight!
Edtechnerd
Nov 21 @ 8:58 PM EST
Thank you for joining tonight! Be sure to add your new friends and continue the convo all through the week. Happy Thanksgiving!
#edtechchat
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:58 PM EST
OH, my goodness! SOOOO many resources! I can't wait to go thru the transcripts on
@participatelrn
! Thanks 4 the excellent chat!
#edtechchat
In reply to @participatelrn
wkrakower
Nov 21 @ 8:59 PM EST
I did it this weekend with
@btcostello05
at
#edcampNJ
just trying to find what I need for a box
#edtechchat
In reply to @mrterborg, @breakoutEDU, @btcostello05
slm12
Nov 21 @ 8:59 PM EST
Dr. Johnson's Lab is fun too. I incorporated the google cardboard clue.
#edtechchat
In reply to @ChrisTuckerEdu, @MrsHeikes, @breakoutEDU
DigNativesEd
Nov 21 @ 8:59 PM EST
I had a great time everyone! Please checkout my website if you have a free moment
https://t.co/KK7LR64ZYe
Enjoy the Holiday!
#edtechchat
MrsHeikes
Nov 21 @ 8:59 PM EST
Thank you! I will look into it! Sorry! :)
#edtechchat
In reply to @slm12, @ChrisTuckerEdu, @breakoutEDU
EdTechAmber
Nov 21 @ 8:59 PM EST
Thanks for a great chat from two of my favorites,
@teachintechgal
and
@Edtechnerd
! Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
#edtechchat
In reply to @teachintechgal, @Edtechnerd
WriteOnJulie
Nov 21 @ 8:59 PM EST
Happy Thanksgiving
#edtechchat
! I'm thankful for great PLNs like this one :o)
pNabbie
Nov 21 @ 8:59 PM EST
Thanks all! Loved hearing about all the great tech toys! Happy Thanksgiving
#edtechchat
nathan_stevens
- Moderator
Nov 21 @ 8:59 PM EST
now off the cook Jon Bon Jovi
#edtechchat
In reply to @teachintechgal
