#NT2tEU Archive
#NT2tEU expands upon the New Teachers to Twitter chat (#NT2t) for educators working in Europe. This chat helps teachers who are brand new to Twitter get to know the educational chat process and get a better handle on the social networking platform.
Tuesday March 1, 2016
Hello all! Leaping into the convo!
Do You mean "Doing ONE thing more to jump in"!? OR WHAT does that mean!?
Welcome to ! Tell us your name, where you’re tweeting from & what you makes you hopping mad! https://t.co/hs1m6bJTad
Welcome to ! Tell us your name, where you’re tweeting from & what you makes you hopping mad! https://t.co/hs1m6bJTad
Yeah, thanks for having me
taking the leap onto Twitter means we’ll be talking a little about why we first began to tweet!
RJ from Greater Manchester. Frivolous hopping mad thing is ppl stealing my cup at work. Serious hopping mad at bigotry.
will you be joining us tonight? Maybe a poll suggestion?
OK, NOW me and my audience are it ;) isn't OUR mother tongue ;)
Using social media to grow a PLN is a leap of faith! https://t.co/PsMFgIFPW9
taking the leap onto Twitter means we’ll be talking a little about why we first began to tweet!
Q1: First up, what convinced you to take the leap onto Twitter? How long did you debate it? https://t.co/comyOuSCpp
Good to tweet your acquaintance. Understandable you're hopping mad at sth like that.
What's your first language?
I can understand that! We heard at from that a cup is a great way to let learners talk more!
A1. I first discovered at from , and from there I embraced it and tried out new things on Twitter!
Hi Stephan :) My first language is , followed by
A1) I saw in Phillipsburg and was moved to start building online relationships!
A1 A former colleague convinced me. I stayed away for ages bc I heard so much about drama and trolls
what was it that you wanted from those relationships? :)
A1) I started with in 2009 BUT didn't know WHAT to do with it for 1 year before I was it by lurking first
Wanted 2 give me & my sts an opp 2 connect w real audiences so took the plunge in 2013 - started w and .
to build, grow, and become a better teacher!
I was a bit sceptical, I’ve been fortunate so far to avoid both of those things! What inspired your name tag?
Good question! On balance I regret less than I'm grateful for.
to find other like-minded educators that could help me grow as a professional
Learning is definitely a process - we have to understand and make sense of what we propose to learn. https://t.co/ge3V5xsgID
A1) I started with in 2009 BUT didn't know WHAT to do with it for 1 year before I was it by lurking first
A1) Starting in 2009 and NOW already on 106k posts () with a "Google Page Rank of 5/10!" <===> https://t.co/txbQnfWQqr
Q2: When you did take the plunge, was your initial experience a swan-dive or a belly-flop? Why? https://t.co/5T0PZxngkI
Nice! I’ve actually never checked my Google rank, but there’s definitely a cricketer with more info than me! :)
A2) it is easy to use Twitter because of all the great people here to help!
A2 I've had little success so far with others responding to things I say but found some very interesting stuff
Been using Twitter for about 18 months. It passed me by. First couple of months to become 'won over' by it.
A2. A bit of both! I’ve definitely had a few belly flops since I started, but I think most experiences have been positive!
What kind of things do you say?
Have you found other chats like ? https://t.co/Ppye6O1u9J
A2 I've had little success so far with others responding to things I say but found some very interesting stuff
I'm also amazed at the resources that you can find....so many willing to share!!
Haha that looks like it’s going to hurt Stephan!
I've asked questions and shared things I'm doing in lessons. Still just figuring things out though
A1 debated it for quite long time mainly because I didn't understand it - kept hearing about CPD value so got involved + our school
A2) Actually both of them, as probably MOST of ;) I learned by and by following the 4 tips
How have your class found the experience?? https://t.co/BOXMUd7Vzh
I'm also amazed at the resources that you can find....so many willing to share!!
A2 more swan dive because I read up on how to use it, who to follow, what to do, what not to do, Twitter glossary - very useful
they love the attention they get. They feel like movie stars when a picture/video is taken.
Good evening from Spain!!! Sorry
Hashtag lots.. include several in tweets and use
I guess a great place to start is in chats or with a blog. What do you teach? I work w foreign language teaching
Took a while to get the pace. Tried to keep up. Some chats are fast; now, relax and take it easy. https://t.co/4RlYckUxz8
A2 toe in the water. On here since 2011. On here properly as teacher since 2014
I teach physics. Haven't found many other physics teachers yet, mostly maths and computing ppl
hello !! I 'm happy for sharing
oooooh! I think at the start I tried to keep up with everyone, soon realised I couldn’t do that!
Q3: During a leap year, roles are reversed! How can you change your role on Twitter this year? https://t.co/GUMn09IPpu
in Twitter 2013 because my Ss asked me...I'M teacher...I use tw as improve my PLE
With any chat. You can watch/lurk/get involved, search Twitter later if you want. Learn/develop one ''thing and it's a good chat.
How has your experienced varied as a teacher compared to before?
A3 trying to take control of my circumstances and enjoy my teaching more. I need to teach from the heart or it doesn't work
A3: When you use social media like Twitter for - u def. change the way you learn - ongoing and informal https://t.co/7jKlvrNSJs
Q3: During a leap year, roles are reversed! How can you change your role on Twitter this year? https://t.co/GUMn09IPpu
Role reverse the social media by using it as a catalyst, and not just as a "time-killer". Twitter can be used for so much more!!
A3. I think that I would like to use Twitter to promote more of the good causes on Twitter like
Glad was not just me! Wondered how everyone was interacting so quickly. Like teaching-experience and keeping calm imp.
Opened my eyes. Found out so much. Lots of ideas & info. Lots of people willing to share. Some conflicts too sometimes!
. Had an account for years - unused. As a Teacher April 2014, Never looked back - It's been an amazing journey!
we’ve used as one of our inspirations for ! You guys are an incredible community!
A3: I can become a moderator or create my own chat. I love the interaction with other Ts https://t.co/pRgofvQB6a
Q3: During a leap year, roles are reversed! How can you change your role on Twitter this year? https://t.co/GUMn09IPpu
Don't look back in anger - I heard him say. https://t.co/9edYh6tYRR
. Had an account for years - unused. As a Teacher April 2014, Never looked back - It's been an amazing journey!
it’s a good thing though, if you were pleasing everyone or agreeing with everyone then there would be something wrong
is there a sixth form equivalent to ? It looks great
A3. I agree..using tw you can informal learning...connecting and sharing everything you want. https://t.co/wwBs6pbcH3
A3: When you use social media like Twitter for - u def. change the way you learn - ongoing and informal https://t.co/7jKlvrNSJs
Q3: During a leap year, roles are reversed! How can you change your role on Twitter this year? https://t.co/GUMn09IPpu
Working internationally, I felt like I was becoming stale/missing out on new initiatives. Twitter keeps me fresh and up to date.
what would you name your chat? :)
No echo chamber - please! https://t.co/ilppue2mXj
it’s a good thing though, if you were pleasing everyone or agreeing with everyone then there would be something wrong
yesos. . .this was I did the last year!!! I created one
It is an amazing community and has grown so quickly!
Everyone seems very concerned about echo chambers. Came up last week too
I haven't came up with a name yet. I've been thinking over the weekend. My principal is encouraging me to
A3 to develop our school profile eg. share a wider range of media, make links with other local schls, increase awareness of parents
Honestly - jump into You'll be amazed who pops up.
Think all teachers can feel like this, international or not. Some are willing to engage with CPD/Twitter/etc https://t.co/0uXIPbJwRp
Working internationally, I felt like I was becoming stale/missing out on new initiatives. Twitter keeps me fresh and up to date.
make sure to let know & we’ll join you for your inaugural chat! :) played big parts for me!
Just foung yourself a follower -
Highly recommend, there’s bound to be some eds in
. A3 Instigate rather than just join in.
A4 wasting time here, too public to vent but tempting to do so as nowhere else to really
A4. I’ve not really thought about what I say before I type once or twice! Don’t be afraid to say nothing sometimes!
I'll have to agree with you all here!
I’ve tried to practice this in real life! We often observe and get feedback from peers -
A4: Blurring the lines of your brand vs personal life... Once you jeopardize your brand, it's hard to build it back up
I think it’s a very useful marketing tool! Have you found it successful?
A4 tweeting inappropriate content, criticising colleagues/employer, discussing confidential issues, using it too often/obsessively
what do you mean by that? Not sure if I got the idea -
brand is so important! and have thought me that!
I hope one that inspires others to try out new things! :) We run as non profit organisers!
A5) To GET from YOUR : BEST way is to create and share them & giving in
A5. Being honest and giving constructive feedback is a good way to build trust! Photo evidence helps too and a profile pic!! :)
Like a boss! - share your content - yours. Be real! https://t.co/zgex4PfnCy
A5) To GET from YOUR : BEST way is to create and share them & giving in
have you found this easier as you get more experienced with Twitter?
Q6: How can you nudge your colleagues over the edge & get them to leap into Twitter's pool of knowledge? https://t.co/LSubtRloc0
A5. Yes!! Of course!!! When you stars. ..you need sharing sharing.. https://t.co/WLHCFdQWdV
have you found this easier as you get more experienced with Twitter?
A6. Sit them down & set up a Twitter account for them! ;)
A5 I don't do real name or pictures of me on internet so best contacts are ppl I've met IRL
A6: keep showing them the benefits & all the ideas, opinions and resources. Who can turn down quality, free CPD in your pocket?
A6 Still trying! Persistant belligerence and promoting its benefits.Sharing what I've learned slowly converting, I hope!
Keep fighting the good fight - faith is a leap that is a long way down
Stephan, WHAT'S the URL (address) of your ?
Thank you for joining us for tonight! :) Tuning in from Rio, Brazil! Join and next week for more!
