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craigyen - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:00 PM EDT

5th grade teacher at Valle Verde #MDUSDchat https://t.co/XYdH5CYDZj

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:00 PM EDT

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craigyen - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:00 PM EDT

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MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:00 PM EDT

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coacheagan Oct 25 @ 11:00 PM EDT

Jonathan Eagan, assistant superintendent @MtDiabloUSD and excited to be here--multi-tasking as in a Board meeting:) #mdusdchat

mandi_smithml Oct 25 @ 11:01 PM EDT

Hello MDUSD! Mandi, Math TOSA trying to tweet and watch the sad Cubs.#MDUSDchat

craigyen - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:01 PM EDT

.@MrsWard3 don't forget the hashtag with the pics. #MDUSDchat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:01 PM EDT

Hey everyone! So glad you are here! Multitasking! Dubs, Cubs & Twitter! #mdusdchat

Mrs_Lemak Oct 25 @ 11:01 PM EDT

3rd grade teacher at YVE #MDUSDChat

Megan_Gerdts Oct 25 @ 11:02 PM EDT

Megan Ed Tech ToSA #mdusdchat Happy Tuesday!

JennSagendorf Oct 25 @ 11:02 PM EDT

Jenn, VP @BelAirBears1 excited to join #mdusdchat tonight

craigyen - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:02 PM EDT

Welcome! #MDUSDchat Thanks for moderating tonight. https://t.co/R8cbqpclLQ

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:01 PM EDT

Andrea, Grade 1, from Ygnacio Valley Elementary, MDUSD. So glad to be here!

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:02 PM EDT

Wow, I must be tired! Forgot the hashtag! #MDUSDChat https://t.co/DQbzjWLkiN

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:01 PM EDT

Karly, TOSA @SunTerrace1. Excited to be here!

kathyhoffmann11 Oct 25 @ 11:02 PM EDT

Kathy Hoffmann first grade teacher at Strandwood. Happy to be here. #mdusdchat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:02 PM EDT

@craigyen Just realized that. Trying desperately to fix. ;) #rookie #mdusdchat

brianrozinsky Oct 25 @ 11:02 PM EDT

Go west, young man. That's what they said. So, here I am. I'm Brian. I teach MS Ss Eng in CO. #mdusdchat

craigyen - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:03 PM EDT

Welcome everyone to the chat tonight! #MDUSDchat

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:03 PM EDT

@brianrozinsky Welcome Brian! #MDUSDChat

PegGrafwallner Oct 25 @ 11:03 PM EDT

Peg from MKE. Instructional Coach/Reading Specialist. I'm in. #mdusdchat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:03 PM EDT

Q1: #mdusdchat https://t.co/zYbZzzCDpv

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:03 PM EDT

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MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:04 PM EDT

A1: Great article about the importance of play. Play is learning! https://t.co/lPNKuloha3 #mdusdchat

sheehyrw Oct 25 @ 11:04 PM EDT

Ryan Sheehy, Principal @HighlandsMDUSD here and excited to chat #mdusdchat

SLDib72 Oct 25 @ 11:04 PM EDT

Stephanie, 3rd grade, @Walnut_Acres excited for another #MDUSDChat !

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:04 PM EDT

@Megan_Gerdts @SunTerrace1 HA! Ahhhhh well it happens. At least we caught it before @craigyen did ;) #MDUSDChat

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:04 PM EDT

@SLDib72 @Walnut_Acres Welcome Stephanie! =) #MDUSDChat

craigyen - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:05 PM EDT

How Minecraft unlocks creativity and collaboration in classrooms https://t.co/tYFvq0frSr #MDUSDchat

brianrozinsky Oct 25 @ 11:05 PM EDT

A1 Quoting an analogy from an earlier Twitter life. #mdusdchat https://t.co/zHYplSm15h

brianrozinsky Jul 7 @ 7:28 PM EDT

A3 Analogy du jour: creativity:learning::oxygen:fire #whatisschool

LizLanLaw Oct 25 @ 11:05 PM EDT

@MrsWard3 #mdusdchat Creativity and play is so impt -especially @ the Elm. Level. Ss learn to express themselves & impt social skills

craigyen - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:06 PM EDT

A1) Creativity and play should be at the forefront of classroom culture. Tap into students' curiosities. #MDUSDchat

SLDib72 Oct 25 @ 11:06 PM EDT

@KarlyMoura thanks :) I had to put down the HyperDoc Handbook to hop onto Twitter! #mdusdchat

Megan_Gerdts Oct 25 @ 11:06 PM EDT

A1 Creativity allows students to express themselves and demonstrate skills they may not otherwise be able to share! #mdusdchat

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:06 PM EDT

How video games can help students in class, at home https://t.co/lUJ8E5N9bC via @jmattmiller #MDUSDChat

Mrs_Lemak Oct 25 @ 11:06 PM EDT

A1: I sometimes use puppets to have Ss come up with story ideas for writing. #MDUSDChat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:06 PM EDT

Love this! #mdusdchat https://t.co/EAsn8aoMlW

brianrozinsky Oct 25 @ 11:05 PM EDT
A1 Quoting an analogy from an earlier Twitter life. #mdusdchat https://t.co/zHYplSm15h
- brianrozinsky Jul 7 @ 7:28 PM EDT
  
  A3 Analogy du jour: creativity:learning::oxygen:fire #whatisschool

mandi_smithml Oct 25 @ 11:06 PM EDT

A1: Play/creativity is vital for kids to show up what they know and for Ts...how boring would class be without it! #MDUSDchat

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:06 PM EDT

@SLDib72 Hee hee hee. It's a great book! =) #MDUSDChat

craigyen - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:06 PM EDT

It's part of their personalities #MDUSDchat https://t.co/rYBznnTKly

Megan_Gerdts Oct 25 @ 11:06 PM EDT

A1 Creativity allows students to express themselves and demonstrate skills they may not otherwise be able to share! #mdusdchat

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:07 PM EDT

@brianrozinsky Right back at ya! =) #MDUSDChat

coacheagan Oct 25 @ 11:07 PM EDT

A1: so many social emotional options and creativity fosters so many skills and ideas that a worksheet can't #mdusdchat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:07 PM EDT

Agreed! It's not new and yet sometimes it gets lost in the shuffle. #mdusdchat https://t.co/kYyjiBqQBG

JennSagendorf Oct 25 @ 11:06 PM EDT

A1: Children learn best through play. This isn't new thinking. We need to embrace creative play in daily lesson des… https://t.co/FmBSoETXcL

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:08 PM EDT

I think the SEL that comes out of play is probably the most important part! #mdusdchat https://t.co/mrHdLZFo2Y

coacheagan Oct 25 @ 11:07 PM EDT

A1: so many social emotional options and creativity fosters so many skills and ideas that a worksheet can't #mdusdchat

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:08 PM EDT

A1 We want our students to be creators not just consumers of information. Have to give them the opportunity to create. #MDUSDChat

sheehyrw Oct 25 @ 11:08 PM EDT

A1. Creativity and play lead to critical thinking skills that are essential to learning, also important for student engagement. #mdusdchat

brianrozinsky Oct 25 @ 11:08 PM EDT

A1.2 Creativity, while offering potential for joy, also discomfits many Ss, taking them away from the land of right answers. #mdusdchat

SLDib72 Oct 25 @ 11:09 PM EDT

A1. I think we are finding ways to better incorporate creativity in classrooms but often forget that play is just as important #mdusdchat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:09 PM EDT

THIS!!! Creators not consumers. #mdusdchat https://t.co/SjsvutSZm6

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:08 PM EDT

A1 We want our students to be creators not just consumers of information. Have to give them the opportunity to create. #MDUSDChat

mandi_smithml Oct 25 @ 11:09 PM EDT

@MrsWard3 @JennSagendorf when Ts focus solely on a checklist of standards it is easy to lose sight of how we all learn best. #MDUSDchat

craigyen - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:09 PM EDT

You learn a lot from watching play #MDUSDchat https://t.co/XyGQ9L1nLK

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:08 PM EDT
I think the SEL that comes out of play is probably the most important part! #mdusdchat https://t.co/mrHdLZFo2Y
- coacheagan Oct 25 @ 11:07 PM EDT
  
  A1: so many social emotional options and creativity fosters so many skills and ideas that a worksheet can't #mdusdchat

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:09 PM EDT

@sheehyrw Exactly! So much more engagement when students are creating and especially if you add choice in there =) #MDUSDChat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:09 PM EDT

@mandi_smithml @JennSagendorf Absolutely! #mdusdchat

coacheagan Oct 25 @ 11:10 PM EDT

Boom! Just listened to a public comment tonight on students creating rather than consuming #mdusdchat https://t.co/VH5TjWXAgQ

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:08 PM EDT

A1 We want our students to be creators not just consumers of information. Have to give them the opportunity to create. #MDUSDChat

SLDib72 Oct 25 @ 11:10 PM EDT

A1. Playing = experimenting, enjoying, taking risks, exploring, and finding unexpected learning outcomes! #mdusdchat

JennSagendorf Oct 25 @ 11:10 PM EDT

@MrsWard3 Agreed! CCSS shouldn't mean "sit&get" lessons. Deeper understanding comes from being given opportunities to explore #mdusdchat

kathyhoffmann11 Oct 25 @ 11:10 PM EDT

A1 Classroom play helps me to see how children interact socially and what they are interested in. It promotes creativity. #mdusdchat

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:10 PM EDT

@mandi_smithml @MrsWard3 @JennSagendorf Have to find a way to integrate creativity and play while still teaching standards. How?? #MDUSDChat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:10 PM EDT

@SLDib72 Love the way you phrase this Stephanie! #mdusdchat

coacheagan Oct 25 @ 11:10 PM EDT

Well said Mandi! #mdusdchat https://t.co/sRNCBLLCHQ

mandi_smithml Oct 25 @ 11:09 PM EDT

@MrsWard3 @JennSagendorf when Ts focus solely on a checklist of standards it is easy to lose sight of how we all learn best. #MDUSDchat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:11 PM EDT

A2: If tech is in the Modification and Redefinition modes of SAMR model, then it is creative. Often, it's not. :( #mdusdchat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:11 PM EDT

Q2: #mdusdchat https://t.co/8cUBLkohDY

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:10 PM EDT

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anntirrell Oct 25 @ 11:11 PM EDT

How do we make that happen? #mdusdchat https://t.co/OsETEKRisr

coacheagan Oct 25 @ 11:10 PM EDT
Boom! Just listened to a public comment tonight on students creating rather than consuming #mdusdchat https://t.co/VH5TjWXAgQ
- KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:08 PM EDT
  
  A1 We want our students to be creators not just consumers of information. Have to give them the opportunity to create. #MDUSDChat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:12 PM EDT

A2: SAMR model! Creativity lies in the MR! #mdusdchat https://t.co/lZeH8vNMlw

Megan_Gerdts Oct 25 @ 11:12 PM EDT

A2 It's engaging and great for collaboration - no cons there! Ss learn to create, practice teamwork! #mdusdchat

SLDib72 Oct 25 @ 11:12 PM EDT

A2. Pros: so many ways to create & share via apps and websites! promotes student choice & ownership #mdusdchat

coacheagan Oct 25 @ 11:12 PM EDT

A2: playing with Spheros, Ozobots, drones, etc promote play, but also critical thinking, learning, and engagement! #mdusdchat

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:13 PM EDT

A2 Ahhhh TONS of creativity w/ tech. My son is playing minecraft right now creating entire villages and complex buildings. #MDUSDChat

brianrozinsky Oct 25 @ 11:13 PM EDT

A2 Are creativity/play are at the forefront of the why for using tech? If so, I see a fit. Pros/cons abound, regardless #mdusdchat

craigyen - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:13 PM EDT

A2) Technology can take us to new places. Student can create with tech. #MDUSDchat

coacheagan Oct 25 @ 11:14 PM EDT

Go little Moura aka Jake:) love that he's engaged and learning in TK with tech @hvehawks #mdusdchat https://t.co/UrTOxwGDZ0

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:13 PM EDT

A2 Ahhhh TONS of creativity w/ tech. My son is playing minecraft right now creating entire villages and complex buildings. #MDUSDChat

JennSagendorf Oct 25 @ 11:14 PM EDT

@KarlyMoura @mandi_smithml @MrsWard3 Isn't that the $1million Q! Focus on CCSS but collaborate & grow ideas. Learn to guide Ss. #mdusdchat

SLDib72 Oct 25 @ 11:14 PM EDT

A2. Cons: Not much! Ss can lose focus if Ts don't present it carefully and with purpose (must include reflection time!) #mdusdchat

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:14 PM EDT

@anntirrell Hi Ann!!!! =) #MDUSDChat

msbarba11 Oct 25 @ 11:14 PM EDT

A1:creativity&play help me better understand my Ss and learn about their Multiple intelligences!Also get to know them personally #mdusdchat

anntirrell Oct 25 @ 11:15 PM EDT

A2 #mdusdchat what does this look like in a classroom? What are kids creating? why?

craigyen - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:15 PM EDT

A2) Con could be too much screen time and not enough collaborating and learning with others #MDUSDchat

LizLanLaw Oct 25 @ 11:15 PM EDT

A2:Ss should be provided w/ opportunities 2 b creative w/tech & explore. There is so much Ss can do w/ tech like cr8 videos,ppt #mdusdchat

brianrozinsky Oct 25 @ 11:15 PM EDT

@MrsWard3 'A' can have power, too. Imagine creative hard-copy project, augmented with QR code linked to S's recorded reflection. #mdusdchat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:15 PM EDT

@brianrozinsky I think that's an important point. Why tech? If for creativity, great. If not, then, could it be a con? #mdusdchat

sheehyrw Oct 25 @ 11:16 PM EDT

A2. Using technology to enhance play and creativity leads to engaged students and a positive classroom environment. #mdusdchat

mandi_smithml Oct 25 @ 11:16 PM EDT

A2: I am lucky to have @KarlyMoura, @Megan_Gerdts , and @Jen_Gabor on my side: Their Tech ideas always a value add,Engagement! #Mdusdchat

SLDib72 Oct 25 @ 11:16 PM EDT

@craigyen def requires purposeful design on the Ts part. tough to do but worth it when the outcome is meaningful & fun learning! #mdusdchat

Mrs_Lemak Oct 25 @ 11:16 PM EDT

A2: Ss love to share and this helps strengthen their communication skills. #MDUSDChat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:16 PM EDT

@anntirrell Why is everything. #mdusdchat

LizLanLaw Oct 25 @ 11:16 PM EDT

@craigyen while too much screen time is a concern,we can use technology 2teach collaborative skills!Like we R doing right now 😀 #mdusdchat

SLDib72 Oct 25 @ 11:17 PM EDT

@MrsWard3 the design is so important! sticking tech into Ss hands is not tech integration #mdusdchat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:17 PM EDT

@brianrozinsky Powerful for sure, but is that A or M? #mdusdchat

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:17 PM EDT

@CV_Principal YES! This is why I love #Ditchbook by @jmattmiller he talks about all of this. Need to read it for a 10th time =) #MDUSDChat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:17 PM EDT

#mdusdchat https://t.co/JONUkQHFUT

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:17 PM EDT

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CV_Principal Oct 25 @ 11:18 PM EDT

Creativity and discovery are fading skills. We should make a priority. #MDUSDChat

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:18 PM EDT

BAM BAM BAM! #MDUSDChat https://t.co/b7qL3hrPnp

JennSagendorf Oct 25 @ 11:17 PM EDT

A2: Careful integration is key. Not tech for tech's sake. Creation > consumption. We need to educate ourselves on w… https://t.co/4wu51A01EC

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:18 PM EDT

Yes!!!! #mdusdchat https://t.co/wnmhdaYpkz

SLDib72 Oct 25 @ 11:17 PM EDT

@MrsWard3 the design is so important! sticking tech into Ss hands is not tech integration #mdusdchat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:19 PM EDT

A3: Interesting article about how difficult it is to sit in middle school from an adult perspective. https://t.co/1LjWFxNEfa #mdusdchat

brianrozinsky Oct 25 @ 11:19 PM EDT

@MrsWard3 My hypothesis: Compelling whys (creativity or elsewhere focused) communicated well tilt balance toward pros from cons. #mdusdchat

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:19 PM EDT

@LizLanLaw Hey Liz! So glad you are here in #MDUSDChat! Didn't see you pop in =)

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:19 PM EDT

Agreed! #mdusdchat https://t.co/Wx4UPggvEd

CV_Principal Oct 25 @ 11:18 PM EDT

Creativity and discovery are fading skills. We should make a priority. #MDUSDChat

msbarba11 Oct 25 @ 11:19 PM EDT

A2:There should be a https://t.co/T2egqJ3IM1 as an add on to play,another platform for creativity for Ss to express creativity. #MDUSDChat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:20 PM EDT

A3: Follow up article by same author on how movement and learning are connected. https://t.co/aucYLWvWqT #mdusdchat

sheehyrw Oct 25 @ 11:20 PM EDT

A3. Create classroom environments that are conducive to play and creativity. Play is always a teaching tool throughout the levels #mdusdchat

SLDib72 Oct 25 @ 11:21 PM EDT

@MrsWard3 i think many Ss don't view creativity is a skill! Ts often treat that time as "breaks" from "real learning" #Mdusdchat

nzefeldt Oct 25 @ 11:21 PM EDT

A3: Humans of all ages, adults included, need time to be creative. As we get older we just draw on deeper knowledge & more exp. #MDUSDchat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:22 PM EDT

@SLDib72 Agreed! We talk about creativity as a lifeskill the same way we talk about kindness. #mdusdchat

brianrozinsky Oct 25 @ 11:22 PM EDT

@MrsWard3 Debatable. I parry w/another question: Is the debate worth having if result is an empowering, voice amplifying task? #mdusdchat

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:22 PM EDT

A3 With MS and HS students you just gotta keep up on what engages them and what they see as play. Must stay relevant =) #MDUSDChat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:22 PM EDT

Q4: #mdusdchat https://t.co/9l8tYTkqkg

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:22 PM EDT

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anntirrell Oct 25 @ 11:22 PM EDT

#mdusdchat A3 older Ss love to play. give them something to solve together, create together. I love service learning with HS students

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:23 PM EDT

A4: We know inquiry based creative problem solving works. Why are we so reluctant to embrace? https://t.co/b7AHDMAfv3 #mdusdchat

craigyen - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:23 PM EDT

A3) As we get older, we need to remember to play more. #MDUSDchat

kathyhoffmann11 Oct 25 @ 11:23 PM EDT

A3 Older students need to be encouraged to play. Games, building materials, and craft materials need to be more challenging.#mdusdchat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:23 PM EDT

@brianrozinsky Absolutely not. ;) #mdusdchat

coacheagan Oct 25 @ 11:23 PM EDT

A3: really have to work at the secondary level to build in play and opps for creativity as sometimes focus isn't there for Ss #mdusdchat

craigyen - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:24 PM EDT

It's all about how the lessons are designed #MDUSDchat https://t.co/XUzEU20LQ2

kathyhoffmann11 Oct 25 @ 11:23 PM EDT

A3 Older students need to be encouraged to play. Games, building materials, and craft materials need to be more challenging.#mdusdchat

Megan_Gerdts Oct 25 @ 11:24 PM EDT

A3 Play/activities/projects have to be relevant to your students, so it will evolve as they age. #mdusdchat

anntirrell Oct 25 @ 11:24 PM EDT

Yes. the Teachers need training and the OK to do so. Principals at that level need training as well #mdusdchat A3 https://t.co/Hk58Xry3OD

coacheagan Oct 25 @ 11:23 PM EDT

A3: really have to work at the secondary level to build in play and opps for creativity as sometimes focus isn't there for Ss #mdusdchat

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:24 PM EDT

A3 As a TOSA it important to remember that adults need time to play and create too. Have to build it in to PD and meetings. #MDUSDChat

brianrozinsky Oct 25 @ 11:24 PM EDT

Play more. Hold the judgment that often accretes with age in reserve. #mdusdchat https://t.co/HxFeDrIqnW

craigyen - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:23 PM EDT

A3) As we get older, we need to remember to play more. #MDUSDchat

craigyen - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:25 PM EDT

Global School Play Day Feburary 1, 2017 #GSPD2017 https://t.co/EAy1JhkhEf #MDUSDchat

craigyen - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:25 PM EDT

Good point Karly #MDUSDchat https://t.co/kJnC3vlwKl

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:24 PM EDT

A3 As a TOSA it important to remember that adults need time to play and create too. Have to build it in to PD and meetings. #MDUSDChat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:25 PM EDT

@anntirrell The article I linked to earlier talks about how an adult couldn't survive middle school. 6 lectures made her fidgety. #mdusdchat

msbarba11 Oct 25 @ 11:25 PM EDT

A3:with my Ss I try to incorporate play w/curriculum.Giving them that time,they are showing me what they know and having fun!#mdusdchat

SLDib72 Oct 25 @ 11:25 PM EDT

A4. tough question. rely on best practices (including creativity & play). show students they are worth more than a test score #mdusdchat

kathyhoffmann11 Oct 25 @ 11:25 PM EDT

A4 Students preform better on assignments and tests when given opportunities for creative play daily. #mdusdchat

coacheagan Oct 25 @ 11:26 PM EDT

Boom!! This is something everyone should participate in! #mdusdchat https://t.co/AYIlMIa2sp

craigyen - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:25 PM EDT

Global School Play Day Feburary 1, 2017 #GSPD2017 https://t.co/EAy1JhkhEf #MDUSDchat

LizLanLaw Oct 25 @ 11:27 PM EDT

@coacheagan Exactly!! this is why project based learning and science fairs are great for our kids! #mdusdchat https://t.co/oraYptchoR

coacheagan Oct 25 @ 11:23 PM EDT

A3: really have to work at the secondary level to build in play and opps for creativity as sometimes focus isn't there for Ss #mdusdchat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:27 PM EDT

Thanks for sharing @craigyen ! We'll be signing up! #mdusdchat https://t.co/x3xxRrkeLe

coacheagan Oct 25 @ 11:26 PM EDT
Boom!! This is something everyone should participate in! #mdusdchat https://t.co/AYIlMIa2sp
- craigyen - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:25 PM EDT
  
  Global School Play Day Feburary 1, 2017 #GSPD2017 https://t.co/EAy1JhkhEf #MDUSDchat

coacheagan Oct 25 @ 11:27 PM EDT

A4: with high stakes testing taking place even more important to allow for and create time for play and creativity #mdusdchat

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:27 PM EDT

Spread the word #MDUSDChat! if you are joining us a #FallCUE this a great way to give back =) https://t.co/zxhBPxuKgm

TechCoachSusan Oct 24 @ 11:56 PM EDT

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brianrozinsky Oct 25 @ 11:27 PM EDT

A4 Maybe teaching Ss to respond playfully on high-stakes tests (w/voice, creativity, quality thinking)=pipe dream. But maybe not. #mdusdchat

craigyen - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:28 PM EDT

A4) There's still time for play when considering testing. #MDUSDchat

JennSagendorf Oct 25 @ 11:28 PM EDT

@MrsWard3 @anntirrell I am the WORST! I want to have fun too! "Would Ss pay for admission to class?" It should be that engaging #mdusdchat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:28 PM EDT

@LizLanLaw @coacheagan And yet there is a lot of fear by Ts to go to pbl. How to combat that? #mdusdchat

kim4thekids Oct 25 @ 11:28 PM EDT

#MDUSDchat A4, you can't. Children should not be pressured they need to encourage and scared adults give off stress.

Megan_Gerdts Oct 25 @ 11:28 PM EDT

A4 Play will expedite learning, increase positive Ss feelings toward Ts and school and with effective teaching, scores go up #mdusdchat

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:29 PM EDT

A4 If you are teaching the standards in an engaging way that makes it stick then higher test scores should be a bi-product. #MDUSDChat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:29 PM EDT

@kim4thekids So what do we do? High stakes testing isn't disappearing. So how do we move forward? #mdusdchat

participatelrn Oct 25 @ 11:30 PM EDT

Miss #MDUSDChat, or want to reflect further on the conversation? View transcripts & resources at https://t.co/0tdSwU6NQH

nzefeldt Oct 25 @ 11:30 PM EDT

@kim4thekids Awesome. This is the truth. #mdusdchat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:30 PM EDT

I agree! No one remembers a worksheet...#mdusdchat https://t.co/mUm5uNGKu7

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:29 PM EDT

A4 If you are teaching the standards in an engaging way that makes it stick then higher test scores should be a bi-product. #MDUSDChat

CV_Principal Oct 25 @ 11:30 PM EDT

#mdusdchat https://t.co/gFpmsHP133

SLDib72 Oct 25 @ 11:31 PM EDT

@LizLanLaw @coacheagan PBL isn't easily implemented w/o lots of prep. can be intimidating to newbies! worth it in the end though #mdusdchat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:31 PM EDT

Thank you everyone! You rocked a quick 30 minutes! #mdusdchat https://t.co/NlYSvdhjZ0

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:30 PM EDT

https://t.co/FNzLxJgwcH

SLDib72 Oct 25 @ 11:31 PM EDT

@KarlyMoura 100% agree! #mdusdchat

coacheagan Oct 25 @ 11:31 PM EDT

@CV_Principal love this! #mdusdchat

JennSagendorf Oct 25 @ 11:31 PM EDT

YES!!! All day long!!! Testing should never be our focus. LEARNING is important. Make it stick. #tlap #mdusdchat https://t.co/B4N3fIwzwO

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:29 PM EDT

A4 If you are teaching the standards in an engaging way that makes it stick then higher test scores should be a bi-product. #MDUSDChat

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:32 PM EDT

YES! This is what I was trying to say but you said it WAY better =) #MDUSDChat So my A4 is "Ditto Megan" #MDUSDChat https://t.co/1eYWDJv6mJ

Megan_Gerdts Oct 25 @ 11:28 PM EDT

A4 Play will expedite learning, increase positive Ss feelings toward Ts and school and with effective teaching, scores go up #mdusdchat

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:32 PM EDT

YES! This is what I was trying to say but you said it WAY better =) #MDUSDChat So my A4 is "Ditto Megan" #MDUSDChat https://t.co/1eYWDJv6mJ

Megan_Gerdts Oct 25 @ 11:28 PM EDT

A4 Play will expedite learning, increase positive Ss feelings toward Ts and school and with effective teaching, scores go up #mdusdchat

kim4thekids Oct 25 @ 11:33 PM EDT

@MrsWard3 #MDUSDChat I just keep teaching. Every day I do my best. I coach new teachers to focus on learning and kids wellbeing.

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:33 PM EDT

We'll just make that everyone's A4. ;) Well said @Megan_Gerdts #mdusdchat https://t.co/zpmirUSjHQ

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:32 PM EDT
YES! This is what I was trying to say but you said it WAY better =) #MDUSDChat So my A4 is "Ditto Megan" #MDUSDChat https://t.co/1eYWDJv6mJ
- Megan_Gerdts Oct 25 @ 11:28 PM EDT
  
  A4 Play will expedite learning, increase positive Ss feelings toward Ts and school and with effective teaching, scores go up #mdusdchat

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:33 PM EDT

Whew! It's over already?? Great job @MrsWard3!!! Excellent #MDUSDChat tonight.

CV_Principal Oct 25 @ 11:33 PM EDT

This is why gamification is such a power learning strategy. #MDUSDChat

coacheagan Oct 25 @ 11:33 PM EDT

@SLDib72 @LizLanLaw agreed and have to tip-toe into it and doesn't have to be daily and all the time:) #mdusdchat

SLDib72 Oct 25 @ 11:34 PM EDT

that was quick! thank you @MrsWard3 :) #mdusdchat

JennSagendorf Oct 25 @ 11:34 PM EDT

Wow! That was a fast 30 minutes #mdusdchat Thank you @MrsWard3 Great job!

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:34 PM EDT

20+ resources for engaging game-based learning https://t.co/3RU6HqlKdV via @jmattmiller #MDUSDChat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:34 PM EDT

Thanks everyone! Join us November 15th when @KarlyMoura talks all things GSuite (formerly #GAFE) #mdusdchat

brianrozinsky Oct 25 @ 11:34 PM EDT

Tonight's #mdusdchat was kind of like play: over too soon. Thanks for moderating the fun, @mrsward3.

anntirrell Oct 25 @ 11:34 PM EDT

@Megan_Gerdts is a thoughtful ed tech leader you should listen to. She rocks it! #mdusdchat https://t.co/Tr0J5sj1e7

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:32 PM EDT
YES! This is what I was trying to say but you said it WAY better =) #MDUSDChat So my A4 is "Ditto Megan" #MDUSDChat https://t.co/1eYWDJv6mJ
- Megan_Gerdts Oct 25 @ 11:28 PM EDT
  
  A4 Play will expedite learning, increase positive Ss feelings toward Ts and school and with effective teaching, scores go up #mdusdchat

Mrs_Lemak Oct 25 @ 11:34 PM EDT

Thanks @MrsWard3 😄 #MDUSDChat

LizLanLaw Oct 25 @ 11:34 PM EDT

@MrsWard3 @coacheagan I think the key2 PBL is training4 Ts,follow up support&modeling.Ts want2 do it,but it's overwhelming2start #mdusdchat

nzefeldt Oct 25 @ 11:35 PM EDT

A4:Give ourselves permission not to see testing as being high stakes. We own our professional expertise about what's best for Ss. #MDUSDchat

SLDib72 Oct 25 @ 11:35 PM EDT

@MrsWard3 @KarlyMoura yesss! i need more #GAFE in my life #mdusdchat

kim4thekids Oct 25 @ 11:37 PM EDT

#MDUSDChat I feel the fact school dist. Are tax dist. Makes them money based not kid based. I refuse to be bullied by politicians and tests

SLDib72 Oct 25 @ 11:38 PM EDT

@coacheagan @LizLanLaw yes! helps to see a model & do mini PBL w/lots of support from other Ts! always tough to change routines #mdusdchat

coacheagan Oct 25 @ 11:38 PM EDT

@anntirrell @Megan_Gerdts @KarlyMoura couldn't agree more and our capacity is growing and many others to add to the list! #mdusdchat

kim4thekids Oct 25 @ 11:38 PM EDT

#MDUSDChat but I am too old to scare and too smart to go into admin. A test is a score and good teachers will always have jobs.

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:40 PM EDT

Ok, this is a SAMR model made after my own caffeine infused heart. LOVE! #mdusdchat https://t.co/rmOeYggLMf

Megan_Gerdts Oct 25 @ 11:15 PM EDT

@MrsWard3 Tim Holt's version... https://t.co/l2xwoKOy2f

kim4thekids Oct 25 @ 11:43 PM EDT

#MDUSDchat A2 cost and equality are cons. New divide between haves and have nots.

JennSagendorf Oct 25 @ 11:48 PM EDT

@anntirrell @MrsWard3 Yes! There are so many ways to engage Ss. We should be constantly seeking new ways to bring life to class! #mdusdchat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:51 PM EDT

@kim4thekids Also a divide between the Ts--those that will and those that won't. #mdusdchat

MrsWard3 - Moderator Oct 25 @ 11:53 PM EDT

@4mosss @KarlyMoura is moderating a talk on Google Suites on the 15th. See you then. :) #mdusdchat