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sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Are you ready for #ditchbook? Well, it's ready for you! @jmattmiller @SEANJFAHEY @KarlyMoura @burgessdave #sstlap https://t.co/edDnp59mCw

LScumpieru Jul 21 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Lisa Scumpieru, MD 10th grade English teacher #DitchBook

MViTDiTeach Jul 21 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Hi all. Diane 4/5 T from so Cal #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Karly, TOSA from SF Bay Area, CA. Super excited for #Ditchbook chat and SWAG giveaway! https://t.co/0LSRJnZarB

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Good evening, #ditchbook Sandy Otto, your moderator for tonight. ELA teacher from MN. Planning an August visit to my folks in the Ozarks.

AldoCalcagno Jul 21 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Wow #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:01 PM EDT

@BBaumeyer I just did that, all by myself, in my hotel room, just for you, Brian! #DitchBook

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:01 PM EDT

@LScumpieru Yay, Lisa! So nice to see you tonight!! #ditchbook

jghfoundation08 Jul 21 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Hello Everyone! Reba from Dallas Educ Consultant w/ Houghton-Mifflin-Harcourt #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 21 @ 10:01 PM EDT

#ditchbook Rayna from MA. I'm going to Miami in August for my only vacation time of the summer!

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Mandi from MO, HS Math Teacher and no Twitter card again this week. Needs to go on the to do list! #ditchbook

emosier3 Jul 21 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Good evening, #ditchbook!!! Evan Mosier, Technology Integrationist and 6th grade LA from Davenport, IA.

JudiHolst Jul 21 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Hi, I am a public speaking teacher and literacy coach from CO. #ditchbook

MindyRoidt Jul 21 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Melinda from Montello #ditchbook

BBaumeyer Jul 21 @ 10:01 PM EDT

@jmattmiller my day has been made! Thanks! #ditchbook

MViTDiTeach Jul 21 @ 10:01 PM EDT

@AldoCalcagno Hi! Hope you're enjoying your summer #ditchbook

SylviaEllison Jul 21 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Sylvia ... Writing coach in Tampa, FL coming to you from Clearwater Beach #ditchbook https://t.co/cdtq6eHQlA

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Ready for #Ditchbook! Rachel, K-8 Curriculum Specialst, Bozeman, MT.

emosier3 Jul 21 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hoping to be joined at #ditchbook by @andytadlock and @JaneMkmouse917!!! New #ditchbook fans!

emosier3 Jul 21 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hoping to be joined at #ditchbook by @andytadlock and @JaneMkmouse917!!! New #ditchbook fans!

larkscience Jul 21 @ 10:02 PM EDT

I'm here in Tucson, planning to see at least a half dozen more movies before the year starts! #ditchbook

techcoachmoran Jul 21 @ 10:02 PM EDT

John William Moran #Ditchbook https://t.co/A7MCRRnC4r

AldoCalcagno Jul 21 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Aldo, Principal in Simi Valley, CA #ditchbook

mrfuehr Jul 21 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Andy, 3-5 principal in SW Mich #ditchbook

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Fun activity before school... Seattle and Orcas Island w the in-laws! #Ditchbook

JudiHolst Jul 21 @ 10:02 PM EDT

#ditchbook https://t.co/W2CZPOJCSH

daveschmittou Jul 21 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Dave from sunny Pensacola, Florida here to learn. #DitchBook

treverreeh Jul 21 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Trever from Nebraska. HS Math #Ditchbook

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:03 PM EDT

@rlfreedm YEAH! Love seeing you here in #Ditchbook land!

SylviaEllison Jul 21 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Fun activity? Watching 2 of my children golf ... Shopping with my girls 💜 #ditchbook https://t.co/JHaAhgMKpA

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Let's do this, #DitchBook! Matt here, checking in from Tyler, Texas. Wiping some BBQ sauce off my chin to chat tonight. Texas rocks for BBQ!

andytadlock Jul 21 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hello again, #ditchbook clan! Andy Tadlock, a new follower, vocal music and lead teacher from Davenport, IA.

larkscience Jul 21 @ 10:03 PM EDT

@rachelmarker headed to Montana next month! 😊 #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:03 PM EDT

@rlfreedm Gotta get that vacation time in somehow Rayna! #DitchBook

emosier3 Jul 21 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Woooohooo!!! Andy's here, #ditchbook https://t.co/PsAhJeHKMI

andytadlock Jul 21 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hello again, #ditchbook clan! Andy Tadlock, a new follower, vocal music and lead teacher from Davenport, IA.

SEANJFAHEY Jul 21 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hello all Sean from Indiana - 4th grade teacher #ditchbook https://t.co/cVYgRc59ii

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:03 PM EDT

@JudiHolst Cool that you do public speaking with Ss. What grades? #Ditchbook

ARutschke Jul 21 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Angela, Alberta, 1st grade in September, glad to join #ditchbook tonight :)

treverreeh Jul 21 @ 10:04 PM EDT

@rachelmarker I love Bozeman!! #ditchbook

MrStevenKerr Jul 21 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Hello everyone! Steven, a Middle School Assistant Principal from Missouri #ditchbook

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:04 PM EDT

@larkscience Nice! Where to?! If Bozeman's on your list, we must meet!! #Ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:04 PM EDT

@andytadlock Welcome Andy. #ditchbook is awesome and it SWAG night! Hope you win!

KatieJMcNamara Jul 21 @ 10:04 PM EDT

High School Teacher Librarian excited for #ditchbook and the chance to earn some #swag

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:04 PM EDT

@treverreeh A special place for sure! Shhhhh! :) #Ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Bragging briefly about my dinner. Stanley's is nationally recognized for BBQ. Plus it was blues night! #ditchbook https://t.co/cMir6XOFhP

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:05 PM EDT

@JudiHolst Hey Judi! Glad to see you tonight! #DitchBook

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Middle school journalism teacher here. I'm a rare breed. #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:05 PM EDT

@MrStevenKerr Hey fellow MIssourian. #ditchbook

MicheleCMueller Jul 21 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Michelle from STL tech coordinator, multitasking with #ditchbook tonight.

AnneClark7 Jul 21 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Hi Everyone, Anne, NE Indiana 6th Grade ELA. So glad to be here! #ditchbook

JudiHolst Jul 21 @ 10:05 PM EDT

@rachelmarker - 6th through 8th grade. I started the elective class last year. #ditchbook #speakingmatters

DebbyPenny Jul 21 @ 10:05 PM EDT

#ditchbook from Colorado Springs, CO! I'm learning to be a Pirate and #ditchbook and loving what I'm reading!

DebbyPenny Jul 21 @ 10:05 PM EDT

#ditchbook from Colorado Springs, CO! I'm learning to be a Pirate and #ditchbook and loving what I'm reading!

BBaumeyer Jul 21 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Brian. Assistant principal in Southern Indiana #ditchbook

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:05 PM EDT

@andytadlock We love new followers! Welcome to #Ditchbook. A GREAT crew of inspiring Ts!

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:05 PM EDT

@techcoachmoran @SEANJFAHEY Sean rocks it every week! #ditchbook

andytadlock Jul 21 @ 10:05 PM EDT

@ttmomtt Thank you, Mandi! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:05 PM EDT

@SylviaEllison Nice! #DitchBook

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

@rlfreedm I'd forgotten! #Ditchbook unites all. :)

SEANJFAHEY Jul 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

#ditchbook this is the fun activity I get to do before school starts Aug 1st https://t.co/aihfOO4MFX

SEANJFAHEY Jul 21 @ 10:24 AM EDT

I'll be speaking at @C4_Ignite about #ditchbook w/ @leadlaughlearn https://t.co/iVl6jfoePG hope to see you there #inelearn #C4Ignite2016

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

@andytadlock Hello Andy! Glad to see you, AND to see that @emosier3 is recruiting. :) #ditchbook

tishrich Jul 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Hi #ditchbook crew! Tisha from SO Oregon. Culinary teacher and Lead teacher

rlfreedm Jul 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

@rachelmarker Using #ditchbook as part of my teacher learning goal for @MASchoolsK12

MindyRoidt Jul 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Plan to cycle some serious miles in scenic WI before heading back to school...#ditchbook

farandlow Jul 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

#ditchbook Tammy Farlow from Southwood Jr. Sr. HS, MSD Wabash Co. 8th grade math and HS Spanish

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

@larkscience It's the PLACE to be in MT! If your dates fall around Aug 7th, Sweet Pea Fest is amazing! #Ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

@tishrich Hey Tisha #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

@SEANJFAHEY Sean has arrived! You better watch your GIFfing or we'll revoke your privileges ... ;) #DitchBook

ARutschke Jul 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

@sandyrotto Hi, my friend! Glad to be part of the conversation :) #ditchbook

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Our #ditchbook Q1 is about going paperless.We'd love to hear your experiences. @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura @SEANJFAHEY https://t.co/GpmFtMxOdk

MViTDiTeach Jul 21 @ 10:07 PM EDT

@tishrich Hi! Makes 3 nights in a row. :) Glad you are part of my PLN! #ditchbook

andytadlock Jul 21 @ 10:07 PM EDT

@jmattmiller Thanks, Matt for causing me to drool on this sizzling evening from Iowa. #BBQFan #Ditchbook

dmhicks Jul 21 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Danielle from northern VA. I tech high school English #ditchbook

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:07 PM EDT

@rlfreedm @MASchoolsK12 Very cool!! Love that! #Ditchbook

debbiehall1967 Jul 21 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Debbie Hall, 6th grade ELA/history. Almost finished reading #DitchBook and chomping at bit to transform classroom. But still enjoying summer

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:07 PM EDT

@treverreeh Welcome to #ditchbook

emosier3 Jul 21 @ 10:07 PM EDT

@jmattmiller @andytadlock That must mean I'm holding up my end of the bargain, right @jmattmiller #ditchbook

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:07 PM EDT

@SEANJFAHEY WOOT! Sean! #Ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Jul 21 @ 10:07 PM EDT

That was a one time thing. I promise to be a good boy! #ditchbook https://t.co/yF26JOpd9i

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

@SEANJFAHEY Sean has arrived! You better watch your GIFfing or we'll revoke your privileges ... ;) #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:07 PM EDT

@the_vade_mecum THAT has to be an awesome job. #CollegeJournoMajorHere #DitchBook

JoyousScience Jul 21 @ 10:07 PM EDT

a1 Stacks of papers are reminders to grade them. Sometimes, kids turned things in, and it was easy to forget they were there. #ditchbook

LScumpieru Jul 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: Having students go onto Storyboard That and having too much lag time. We paired up for the bigger classes and it helped. #DitchBook

tishrich Jul 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: Google Classroom has been my answer to a paperless classroom. Love it! #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1 #ditchbook Ps took some time getting used to the paperless route so had to support them going through the #change

sassyteaching Jul 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

I'm reading this right now. Inspirational! Lots of easy to incorporate moves included. @jmattmiller #ditchbook https://t.co/NZ465CqS0N

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jul 21 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Don't have Ditch That Textbook yet? No problem! Order it on @amazon today! #ditchbook https://t.co/niHC0hVG1M https://t.co/Oq1EBNrR8J

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@emosier3 @andytadlock Yes, definitely! #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@SEANJFAHEY LOL ... I knew you'd come around, Sean. :) #DitchBook

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Q1: Getting kids to understand that turning in assignments digitally is STILL TURNING IN ASSIGNMENTS. #ditchbook

MViTDiTeach Jul 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: Learned you need paper at times. Ss need to know how to cope if wifi goes down, & nothing beats construction paper city #ditchbook

TrudeauLisa Jul 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@jmattmiller Whadda got there? Brisket? #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@AnneClark7 Hey Anne! #HoosiersInTheHouse #DitchBook

treverreeh Jul 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: Some students loved it, some students still needed the paper. Give choice. #Ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Jul 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@rachelmarker woot back at ya! #ditchbook

JoyousScience Jul 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@rlfreedm Yes, some Ss still preferred to do things on paper only. #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@the_vade_mecum and remind them to still put a name on it #ditchbook

teachaug Jul 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

#ditchbook. Erin, elementary school principal, So. Cal

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: My drawback was trying to go totally paperless. Brain research says writing is better for remembering than typing. Balance #ditchbook

SylviaEllison Jul 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1 challenging! But I'm trying @classnotebook for my tchrs, writing plan, & PLC records #DitchBook https://t.co/bFveX6SXG4

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Our #ditchbook Q1 is about going paperless.We'd love to hear your experiences. @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura @SEANJFAHEY https://t.co/GpmFtMxOdk

MrStevenKerr Jul 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1:Our school is 1:1 with Chromebooks, Ts using tools such as Google Classroom, NewsELA, can't lose your homework on there! #ditchbook

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

@jmattmiller I'm full-time journalism: yearbook, magazine, broadcast, video announcements, online. IT IS FUN! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

@tishrich Helllllooooooo Tisha! Thanks for joining! #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1 Trying to figure out the best way to share digitally w/ parents at all grades. Lots of Ts still printing stuff to send home. #Ditchbook

dmhicks Jul 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1: I feel the need to clean up my transitions. I think passing out and picking up papers made me think I was transitioning. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Woo hoo! This makes me very happy! #DitchBook https://t.co/EfMwnpjEBM

rlfreedm Jul 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

@rachelmarker Using #ditchbook as part of my teacher learning goal for @MASchoolsK12

farandlow Jul 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1: math Ss showing their processes for solving equations can be cumbersome on a computer #ditchbook

MViTDiTeach Jul 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

@JoyousScience Or bring back & forth and never get to them. UGH #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

@MViTDiTeach Ts need to cope with that too since we are not wifi and the network would not work when it rained #ditchbook

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

@debbiehall1967 Just in time for school! So many great ideas, right? #Ditchbook

mrfuehr Jul 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1: doing activities that just Substitute (SAMR) and can be done simply without tech. Evaluate & re-tool #ditchbook

DebbyPenny Jul 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1 I'm having difficulty trying to imagine a world without my interactive science notebooks... Any ideas 2help me? #ditchbook @jmattmiller

rlfreedm Jul 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

@JoyousScience Choice is still good especially when you are not 1:1 #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

@TrudeauLisa Yes. Brisket. It was HEAVENLY. #DitchBook

tishrich Jul 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

@jmattmiller Hi, Matt!!!! Always love hanging out with the #ditchbook crew!

MViTDiTeach Jul 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

@tishrich Totally agree. Can't do much w/o Classroom now, already setting assignments for new year #ditchbook

LScumpieru Jul 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: During testing, stayed off the wi-fi on those days and had students use something in docs and then we went interactive later. #DitchBook

JudiHolst Jul 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: Love 1:1. Roadblocks have been bandwidth and easily distracted computer kids. #ditchbook https://t.co/Nthl5B9cQb

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Our #ditchbook Q1 is about going paperless.We'd love to hear your experiences. @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura @SEANJFAHEY https://t.co/GpmFtMxOdk

larkscience Jul 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1 def making things accessible to families. Many have devices but not all support out software. Also Fs need more low $ wifi #ditchbook

teachaug Jul 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

#ditchbook. I think we need to give choice. Still love my paper do note taking but love my digital calendar

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1 Getting your work flow down is key. Easy to lose things in Drive pre-GClassroom. #Ditchbook

JoyousScience Jul 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

@KarlyMoura Had a couple of parent concerns that they weren't seeing as much of what Ss were doing. Working on that this year. #ditchbook

ARutschke Jul 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: Tech connections were the biggest stumbling block for my 6th graders & ensuring time/tools were being used effectively #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

@the_vade_mecum Amazing. I'm so jealous! #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

@KarlyMoura I so agree. As a P I get tired of all of the wasted paper that goes home. #ditchbook

treverreeh Jul 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

@rlfreedm @the_vade_mecum now students don't have to put a name it... Realizes it comes from their iPad. #Ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

@AnneClark7 If I were at home, much closer ... in Texas right now! :) #DitchBook

daveschmittou Jul 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A2)trying 2 figure out how 2 decorate the now useless file cabinet on the side of the room is a struggle #ditchbook https://t.co/NRbmNbU7he

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Our #ditchbook Q1 is about going paperless.We'd love to hear your experiences. @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura @SEANJFAHEY https://t.co/GpmFtMxOdk

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

@JoyousScience Agreed. Organization is a big one with everything going digital. #Ditchbook

emosier3 Jul 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: Keep experimenting knowing that ditching the txtbk for this lesson or unit may not end up the best. Perseverance is key! #ditchbook

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

@rlfreedm OHMIGOSH. NAMES. Or, when students SHARE in #GAFE, but still don't put their name on the actual document. #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Jul 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Go slow starting off. Ss & Ps that are accustomed to paper based lesson & class can struggle w/ the transition #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@DebbyPenny Instead of ditching your interactive notebooks, maybe find parts of the activities that tech can improve/transform. #DitchBook

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@TTmomTT I feel the same. There's something about kids writing in a notebook that frees their creativity. #ditchbook

MViTDiTeach Jul 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@TTmomTT Took notes on paper, write essay on computer #ditchbook

jghfoundation08 Jul 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A1: Ensuring I had a proper assessment in place and adequate storage space for the online assignments/projects. #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@farandlow Yes, and I feel Ss still need to write, but tech encourages more explaining than we do on paper! #ditchbook

tishrich Jul 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A1 cont... I absolutely LOVE eliminating the paper trail in my class. Workflow improved tremendously! #ditchbook

JoyousScience Jul 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@jmattmiller Jealous #ditchbook

AnneClark7 Jul 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@DebbyPenny I am in the same quandary with writer's notebooks. Tactile is so important! #ditchbook https://t.co/g4e4bf7wnu

DebbyPenny Jul 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1 I'm having difficulty trying to imagine a world without my interactive science notebooks... Any ideas 2help me? #ditchbook @jmattmiller

andytadlock Jul 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A1: As a choral teacher, I have over 300 Ss per day. I use #GoogleClassroom to minimize paper, copyright is a hurdle. #Ditchbook

ARutschke Jul 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@the_vade_mecum @rlfreedm Google Classroom sure helped alleviate this one for us :) #ditchbook

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@tishrich LOVE how GClassroom eliminates the View Only > share back w T. So much easier to keep track of S work! #Ditchbook

MindyRoidt Jul 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A:1 Teaching my students to read digital text "closely" was challenging. Creating post-its using Diigo helped. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

YES! Joy just knocked it out of the park. Paperless isn't the goal. Great learning is! #DitchBook https://t.co/T64wO2C3fp

JoyousScience Jul 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@DebbyPenny @jmattmiller I intend to keep using them. Paperless isn't the goal: better learning is.

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@treverreeh @rlfreedm I still like names on #GAFE on some documents. I guess I'm a little traditional (the last bit of trad.) #ditchbook

JudiHolst Jul 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A1: Sometimes I forget I have papers to grade because they are hiding on my puter instead of on my desk. #ditchbook https://t.co/Nthl5B9cQb

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Our #ditchbook Q1 is about going paperless.We'd love to hear your experiences. @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura @SEANJFAHEY https://t.co/GpmFtMxOdk

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@sassyteaching Join us for the #Ditchbook chat right NOW!

SEANJFAHEY Jul 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Hey #DitchBook crew we need your help! Details are in the link https://t.co/npKkdfHT5a @jmattmiller @leadlaughlearn https://t.co/pmOIrdX12A

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@MViTDiTeach I don't go that far. I LOVE math activities on the computer where Ss need to explain, try to keep a balance. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT

This is a SERIOUS issue when you start to go paperless. Organizing your grading is a whole new challenge. #DitchBook https://t.co/XVSXbRx42D

JoyousScience Jul 21 @ 10:07 PM EDT

a1 Stacks of papers are reminders to grade them. Sometimes, kids turned things in, and it was easy to forget they were there. #ditchbook

KatieJMcNamara Jul 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A1 If the task is faster with paper- keep it. #ditchbook

MViTDiTeach Jul 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@farandlow Was just trying to figure that part out for first class math PBL #ditchbook

LScumpieru Jul 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A1: Students are novices with Google Classroom. I like Alice Keeler’s infographic for this. https://t.co/rcMx3yZi7v #DitchBook @alicekeeler

tishrich Jul 21 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A1 cont: I post daily in GC, so when Ss are absent easy to see what they missed. eliminates the "what did I miss" questions. #ditchbook

MViTDiTeach Jul 21 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@rlfreedm Ohhh, that's rough #ditchbook

larkscience Jul 21 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Yes @JudiHolst ! It's so easy to forget the digital pile! #ditchbook

ARutschke Jul 21 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@KatieJMcNamara This is a HUGE one! Best tool for the job is a big lesson :) #ditchbook

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@jmattmiller @JoyousScience I'm am so there with this STILL, and I've been paperless for years. #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@JudiHolst I have found in my room that if I have distracted kids, my activity probably sucks. It pushes me to be better. #ditchbook

AnneClark7 Jul 21 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@ARutschke so glad to know my team is not alone on this! #ditchbook https://t.co/FVUHtaaVCh

ARutschke Jul 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: Tech connections were the biggest stumbling block for my 6th graders & ensuring time/tools were being used effectively #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 21 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@MViTDiTeach Just need to find new ways to #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:13 PM EDT

I'm loving how our #DitchBook crew sees "paperless" ... not as an end goal of itself but only as a way to improve learning.

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:13 PM EDT

True, but love that revision becomes part of *process* for Ss. Quick feedback via comments is game chngr. #Ditchbook https://t.co/96jIhXCOxs

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Q1: Getting kids to understand that turning in assignments digitally is STILL TURNING IN ASSIGNMENTS. #ditchbook

JudiHolst Jul 21 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A1: I also have less student work to hang on the wall unless I walk to the printer. 😄 #DitchBook https://t.co/Nthl5B9cQb

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Our #ditchbook Q1 is about going paperless.We'd love to hear your experiences. @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura @SEANJFAHEY https://t.co/GpmFtMxOdk

KatieJMcNamara Jul 21 @ 10:14 PM EDT

.@tishrich I put everything in #gclassroom Keeps me organized #ditchbook

MViTDiTeach Jul 21 @ 10:14 PM EDT

@DebbyPenny @jmattmiller I still like the notebooks, written by hand #ditchbook

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:14 PM EDT

@tishrich I still get the question, but I'm just like: "You know where to go." @canvaslms #ditchbook

MicheleCMueller Jul 21 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Q2: I have learned that my ideas are not always the best. I am letting Ss take the lead and do some of their own “teaching” #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 21 @ 10:14 PM EDT

@rachelmarker Yes and love conversations in the comment boxes with Ss. No longer allowed to resolve them. #ditchbook

dmhicks Jul 21 @ 10:14 PM EDT

@jmattmiller I used on Google Apps last year, but I want to branch out...this is something I worry about actually #ditchbook

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@rachelmarker I ctrl+alt+M on Google Docs with such ferociousness. #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Goes back to task over tool & great teaching trumps any tool! #ditchbook https://t.co/YFWKZwJAZA

KatieJMcNamara Jul 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A1 If the task is faster with paper- keep it. #ditchbook

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Who jumped into a digital classroom with both feet? Q2-share successful ideas. #ditchbook @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura https://t.co/w37HIeNTCS

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@jmattmiller @DebbyPenny How about an interactive notebook on the device. You can add pics of activities too. #ditchbook

agentsmith37 Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A:1 I have enjoyed using Google Classroom to get students docs/pres. Then I can leave comments for feedback #Ditchbook

KatieJMcNamara Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

.@rlfreedm paperless is much better than asking Ps to print at home-HATE that. #ditchbook

massignmenthelp Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

#ditchbook #moedchatHow to promote digital media literacy among studentshttp://ow.ly/RmQr302hdR0

techcoachmoran Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Instructional value should always be on the forefront! #ditchbook https://t.co/lAJYuz4gh3

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:13 PM EDT

I'm loving how our #DitchBook crew sees "paperless" ... not as an end goal of itself but only as a way to improve learning.

kellyrobson Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Hello! Kelly here. A MS teacher. Sorry I'm late. #ditchbook

JoyousScience Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@JudiHolst Increases your daily step-count, though! #ditchbook

ARutschke Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@DebbyPenny @jmattmiller If they are the best tools, keep them :) Hands-on note taking IS important too! #ditchbook

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@rlfreedm And love that those convos often happen at 9pm! #Ditchbook

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A1: Going paperless has made my feedback BETTER. So much faster to type! And legible. #ditchbook

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@tishrich after Labor Day, too. Getting my #gamification planned, little by little #ditchbook

farandlow Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@DebbyPenny #ditchbook Why go without the interactive science notebooks? They bring another creative dimension/break from tech.

freysci Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

I agree. I do think it is nice for Ss to have this resource. #ditchbook https://t.co/AMhQUELr54

DebbyPenny Jul 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1 I'm having difficulty trying to imagine a world without my interactive science notebooks... Any ideas 2help me? #ditchbook @jmattmiller

emosier3 Jul 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2: Continuing to try new things and experiment with just HOW ditching can help me AND my Ss. Plenty of benefits in both! #ditchbook

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

@kellyrobson That's so MS teacher of us! :D #ditchbook

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2: Embracing technology as one tool instead of the only way to teach/learn helps Ss and I make better decisions. Not always best #ditchbook

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

@the_vade_mecum The things that pump us UP!! I'm with ya! #Ditchbook

AnneClark7 Jul 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

@LScumpieru Love it. Thanks! #ditchbook https://t.co/EykJ70Vh2e

LScumpieru Jul 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A1: Students are novices with Google Classroom. I like Alice Keeler’s infographic for this. https://t.co/rcMx3yZi7v #DitchBook @alicekeeler

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

@kellyrobson We're quick to forgive Kelly! :) PS: Your t-shirt/book are on their way! #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

@KatieJMcNamara Absolutely. That goes with the idea of don't use tech unless it makes the learning deeper. #ditchbook

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

@KatieJMcNamara @rlfreedm Like, even I don't use my printer at home. Why should I ask others? #ditchbook

LScumpieru Jul 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2: This summer has been a great training/playground for me to try things before implementing in front of kids. #DitchBook

techcoachmoran Jul 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2: sharing all of the challenges already faced, realistic goals #ditchbook https://t.co/pqXktNeBKh

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Who jumped into a digital classroom with both feet? Q2-share successful ideas. #ditchbook @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura https://t.co/w37HIeNTCS

dmhicks Jul 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2: And listening to students, testing ideas with students #ditchbook

treverreeh Jul 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2: Teach the computer skills, makes it easier for all students to do the work in your classroom. #Ditchbook

larkscience Jul 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2 Invite families in to "play" ask all their questions, and give Ss a chance to be experts! #ditchbook

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

@agentsmith37 ctrl+alt+M #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2 Start with your teaching objective first then find the best tech to teach it. Don't try to make the objective fit the tech! #Ditchbook

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

@farandlow @DebbyPenny I agree. I still use writing notebooks.Think about the purpose and Ss learning. Maybe not all or nothing. #ditchbook

LScumpieru Jul 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2: @KimberlyJanifer and I made a Hyperdoc for our Module 1. https://t.co/cBYLmwqIQZ #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

@JudiHolst But allows us to share outside our school walls for a larger audience. Benefit to both. #ditchbook

jghfoundation08 Jul 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

@techcoachmoran Good Point!! Always focus on the objective and meeting that standard or goal regardless. #ditchbook https://t.co/bQdWAypiqP

techcoachmoran Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT
Instructional value should always be on the forefront! #ditchbook https://t.co/lAJYuz4gh3
- jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:13 PM EDT
  
  I'm loving how our #DitchBook crew sees "paperless" ... not as an end goal of itself but only as a way to improve learning.

MViTDiTeach Jul 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

@tishrich Great for when T has to be out as well. Sub plans are a breeze now #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Jul 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

At least you know we are understanding your message! #ditchbook #proudpapamoment https://t.co/e8lsy7vRxF

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:13 PM EDT

I'm loving how our #DitchBook crew sees "paperless" ... not as an end goal of itself but only as a way to improve learning.

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

When Ss get to teach and be the experts, it's powerful ... they feel ownership! #DitchBook https://t.co/QaIJlbCmU3

larkscience Jul 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2 Invite families in to "play" ask all their questions, and give Ss a chance to be experts! #ditchbook

tishrich Jul 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2: Start small and build. Don't feel like you have to have it all figured out. Learn along with Ss, let them teach you too. #ditchbook

BBaumeyer Jul 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A1: my students and I took full advantage of google classroom last year. #ditchbook

KatieJMcNamara Jul 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

@DebbyPenny @jmattmiller #ditchbook could also be ditching the yucky task in the TE.

mrfuehr Jul 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2: use a tool that makes sense. Google Classroom created an easy way to manage the process. Love to see Ts Admin trying it out #ditchbook

dmhicks Jul 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

@JudiHolst YES! I was thinking about maybe having a QR Code bulletin board. Maybe something outside my room #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2. Classrooms don't need to be all digital but use tech as a tool. That is challenge in itself as many see tech as the answer #ditchbook.

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

@sandyrotto @farandlow @DebbyPenny I created a workbook/textbook I still have my kids bring to class. Def. not all or nothing. #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Going paperless? Check out this post by Matt! 20 features of a great paperless classroom https://t.co/OVUBtPiMVo via @jmattmiller #ditchbook

ARutschke Jul 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2: I'm VERY excited to integrate LOTS of tech into my new 1st gr class next year, but it won't be fully paperless #ditchbook

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2 Letting the Ss problem-solve and generate ideas to lead us forward #together. Letting them own and drive the tech transition. #Ditchbook

MrStevenKerr Jul 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2: Research the tools you will use, PD, provide Ps as much info as possible and be available to answer questions #ditchbook

kellyrobson Jul 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A1: Lots of stumbling here...Learned to let Ss play first. #ditchbook

JoyousScience Jul 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

a2 Our admin didn't put a "must use tech for X number of lessons/minutes/etc." mandate, so we felt free to experiment. #ditchbook

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2: If something doesn't work, don't get frustrated. Fail forward. Take a breath. #ditchbook

LScumpieru Jul 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2: Give students choices when it comes to multiple intelligences. https://t.co/fFofTN2AQ7 #DitchBook

AnneClark7 Jul 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2: Being open to students as teachers when things get rough. So many are excellent at troubleshooting. #ditchbook

SylviaEllison Jul 21 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A2 Find some PD/training on the tech method -- be it F2F, YouTube, PLN ... #Ditchbook https://t.co/BnRzNn7Q5f

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Who jumped into a digital classroom with both feet? Q2-share successful ideas. #ditchbook @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura https://t.co/w37HIeNTCS

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:19 PM EDT

I know some #googleedu #gafesummit peeps that would REALLY appreciae that tweet. #DitchBook https://t.co/0FIgBxjrGb

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@rachelmarker I ctrl+alt+M on Google Docs with such ferociousness. #ditchbook

andytadlock Jul 21 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A2: Networking using innovative thinking ala #Ditchbook Ts can maximize $avings while delivering customized material for Ss.

KatieJMcNamara Jul 21 @ 10:19 PM EDT

@JudiHolst @sandyrotto @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura @SEANJFAHEY Put work in a presentation to show off Student work #ditchbook

dmhicks Jul 21 @ 10:19 PM EDT

@rlfreedm @rachelmarker Not resolving comments - this is such a good idea. It bothers me when they just look at them and resolve #ditchbook

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:19 PM EDT

@JoyousScience Same here! #ditchbook (Although, I'm sure they'd love to see more than they do)

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:19 PM EDT

THIS. #DitchBook https://t.co/XsNRAyM2ey

tishrich Jul 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2: Start small and build. Don't feel like you have to have it all figured out. Learn along with Ss, let them teach you too. #ditchbook

JoyousScience Jul 21 @ 10:19 PM EDT

@MViTDiTeach @tishrich Love being able to make comments on Ss work from home while they're working at school. Startles them! #ditchbook

MViTDiTeach Jul 21 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A2: Found letting the Ss take the lead made easier transition, they told me what they wanted w/tech & what on paper #ditchbook

MindyRoidt Jul 21 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A:2 Plan to use more Newsela during reading...timely, engaging, adjustable lexile levels.#ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 21 @ 10:19 PM EDT

@dmhicks @rachelmarker Yes we are a no resolve zone. Seeing the process makes reflection better! #ditchbook

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:19 PM EDT

@dmhicks @rlfreedm Agreed! Didn't allow the conversation to develop. #Ditchbook

kellyrobson Jul 21 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A2: Be excited to fail and learn for next time. Tech will break...someone will learn how to fix and other improvise. #ditchbook

JudiHolst Jul 21 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A2: Use technology when needed; don't force it. Kids should know WHY they are using it. #ditchbook https://t.co/lfgNyCaPz9

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Who jumped into a digital classroom with both feet? Q2-share successful ideas. #ditchbook @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura https://t.co/w37HIeNTCS

LScumpieru Jul 21 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A2: Allow students to stay in their comfort level with tech first and then expand their repertoire by the end of the year. #DitchBook

VTbandera Jul 21 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A2 trying a few new tech tricks to enhance learning If u try it all u may not succeed #ditchbook

JoyousScience Jul 21 @ 10:20 PM EDT

@MindyRoidt Yes, I want to get more into this resource, too. #ditchbook

rachelmarker Jul 21 @ 10:20 PM EDT

@rlfreedm @dmhicks Love the No Resolve Zone! Great great great. #Ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A2: Google Classroom has made the transition so much easier. Make sure you have LEARNING goals in mind no just tech. #ditchbook

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A2: It's OK that you don't know everything. Let your students see that. Let them know that we learn together. #ditchbook

MistyMitchellm Jul 21 @ 10:20 PM EDT

I'm late!!! My wifi is NOT cooperating tonight..😡 misty Mitchell, Hudson TX media/EdTech specialist #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Jul 21 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A2: Ask for Ss feedback to find out their thoughts going paperless needs to benefit them too #ditchbook

MrsFaucett Jul 21 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@the_vade_mecum @rachelmarker What does ctrl+alt+M do on a doc, I didn't see that it did anything? #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@tishrich I tagged that part of Matt's book with a flag that says #FOMO :-) #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@MistyMitchellm Hey Misty! I'm just down the road (sorta) from you in Tyler tonight. #DitchBook

rlfreedm Jul 21 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@SEANJFAHEY Student voice is so powerful! #ditchbook

jghfoundation08 Jul 21 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A2: I wished I could have jumped in with 2 feet. I stuck in my toe & screencast lessons SAVED time!! #ditchbook https://t.co/S0DvDOXmlW

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Who jumped into a digital classroom with both feet? Q2-share successful ideas. #ditchbook @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura https://t.co/w37HIeNTCS

JoyousScience Jul 21 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@the_vade_mecum When I said "HOW DID YOU DO THAT?" to a struggling kid, it made her day. #ditchbook

AnneClark7 Jul 21 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@MindyRoidt I would like to use Newsela as "bell reading".Would like to incorporate more current events. #ditchbook https://t.co/pPcuZ6fMHP

MindyRoidt Jul 21 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A:2 Plan to use more Newsela during reading...timely, engaging, adjustable lexile levels.#ditchbook

DebbyPenny Jul 21 @ 10:21 PM EDT

#ditchbook I went 2a 3 day GAFE summit this week & went completely paperless 2 see if I could do it! So much better https://t.co/ha7fiL3sPP

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Who jumped into a digital classroom with both feet? Q2-share successful ideas. #ditchbook @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura https://t.co/w37HIeNTCS

KatieJMcNamara Jul 21 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A2 The moment #gclassroom was available, I started it. Students don't have a year or two for me to get comfortable with tech #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:22 PM EDT

GREAT mindset here. #DitchBook https://t.co/GZhwlg7AoS

KatieJMcNamara Jul 21 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A2 The moment #gclassroom was available, I started it. Students don't have a year or two for me to get comfortable with tech #ditchbook

MicheleWagg Jul 21 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Michele- 4th grade T from CA- jumping in a bit late to the chat #ditchbook

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:22 PM EDT

@AnneClark7 @MindyRoidt Me too, since I teach journalism. #ditchbook I use paperless for editing exercises each period.

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Trying to do too much can be overwhelming. Q3 asks how you decide what to try. #ditchbook @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura https://t.co/GAne001YBB

KatieJMcNamara Jul 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

.@LScumpieru Great time to figure out #hyperdocs #ditchbook

MistyMitchellm Jul 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A2: realize that Rome wasn't built in a day...add your tech in stages that allow you to build a productive classroom. #ditchbook

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

@jghfoundation08 @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura Sometimes a toe is all you can do. #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

@SEANJFAHEY As we talked about before, in the beginning Ss still want paper. They need to see how beneficial it is too #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

When considering tech, an important point: Be choosy about what you use. #DitchBook https://t.co/vUPjHz9bNg

rlfreedm Jul 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A3. #ditchbook My learners and I decide and sometimes I still wing it after 16 years. My best teaching & learning has come from that!

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A2: I was one of the first in my building, maybe district, to use #Edmodo. Loved it for the social aspect of quiet students. #ditchbook

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A3: I wrote this blog post almost a year ago, but it applies to this question and needs to be revisited. https://t.co/o4APjU44Ub #ditchbook

JoyousScience Jul 21 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A3 Ask "how is this better for kids than what we're already doing?" #ditchbook

KatieJMcNamara Jul 21 @ 10:24 PM EDT

@the_vade_mecum @rlfreedm I don't even own a printer. Ink kept dying up between use #ditchbook

LScumpieru Jul 21 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A3: I am going to do what I did last year - use the app/extension/site before the kids in my lesson and show them a model. #DitchBook

farandlow Jul 21 @ 10:24 PM EDT

#ditchbook @jmattmiller I use LMS then Ss who turn in work after a due date have responsibility to e-mail me.I keep e-mail till I grade work

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:24 PM EDT

@MrsFaucett @the_vade_mecum @rachelmarker When did you sneak in Cindy? and it should pop up a comment. Mac is control command M #ditchbook

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A3: Luckly, since I've been techie/paperless for years, I've found my core. I don't go with trendiness. #ditchbook

ARutschke Jul 21 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A3: Being a new gr level, I'll be taking my cues from my Ss & IDing the best tools for the job A LOT! Progress not perfection :) #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3 Great advice from my friend @nzefeldt. Choose 3 key tools to use & put the blinders on to the other new & shiny tools. #ditchbook

mrfuehr Jul 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3: @gcouros idea in his book #InnovatorsMindset he picked 3. Concept is manageable #ditchbook https://t.co/1zrgmJI1Hr

BBaumeyer Jul 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A2: I loved putting some articles on #googleclassroom to simulate online ISTEP. + Ss loved being able to use tech to mark text #ditchbook

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3: Use what works for you. I never got into Evernote even though EVERYONE on the interwebs said to. #ditchbook #googlekeep

MViTDiTeach Jul 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3: Use Ss as gage, if they seem comfortable, try it, if they are stressed, cut back #ditchbook

emosier3 Jul 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3: Ask if it's similar to what we already use, a benefit for Ss, or is it just a new flashy tool that could easily be forgotten? #ditchbook

techcoachmoran Jul 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3: alignment to instructional objectives and best practices! #ditchbook https://t.co/MXZBaMywXQ

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Trying to do too much can be overwhelming. Q3 asks how you decide what to try. #ditchbook @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura https://t.co/GAne001YBB

JudiHolst Jul 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3: Being a GAFE school truly helps. It is only the logins & passwords that seem to overwhelm them. #ditchbook https://t.co/9JS7RauV8l

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Trying to do too much can be overwhelming. Q3 asks how you decide what to try. #ditchbook @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura https://t.co/GAne001YBB

tishrich Jul 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3: Choose tech tools that will allow Ss to take learning to a level not possible before #ditchbook

AnneClark7 Jul 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3: I pay a lot of attn to what people are reviewing on Twitter and techblogs. I ask-will this innovation truly inspire learning? #ditchbook

MindyRoidt Jul 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A:3 Choose strategies that motivate, empower, and inspire. We're going to try KidBlog. #ditchbook

ARutschke Jul 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

@JoyousScience LOVE this! It never leads you astray :) #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

@KatieJMcNamara @the_vade_mecum @rlfreedm That's an amazing sign, Katie! #WeDontNeedNoStinkinPaper #DitchBook

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@LScumpieru A3: YAS! Always, always model. I create modeling videos for my arsenal so I don't go crazy. #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Jul 21 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3 I'm going to build off of the momentum from the end of last year build off what work & cut out what didnt...also Ask the Ss! #ditchbook

MrsFaucett Jul 21 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@TTmomTT @the_vade_mecum @rachelmarker Okay, that makes a difference. I snuck in at 9:07, almost forgot!! #ditchbook

MViTDiTeach Jul 21 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3 (2), include only what will enhance what you are doing, not add more "work" #ditchbook

SylviaEllison Jul 21 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3 I started with @padlet and @polleverywhere to give my tchrs a voice now adding @classnotebook #DitchBook https://t.co/67vjct2IGV

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Trying to do too much can be overwhelming. Q3 asks how you decide what to try. #ditchbook @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura https://t.co/GAne001YBB

ARutschke Jul 21 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@jmattmiller YES indeed! #ditchbook

MrStevenKerr Jul 21 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3:Pick just 3 that fits your goals for the year and become an expert on those 3 #ditchbook

LScumpieru Jul 21 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3: Only introduce one big concept every two weeks so that students have time to digest and play. #DitchBook

KatieJMcNamara Jul 21 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3 I try new things my PLN suggests. Hasn't failed me yet. #ditchbook https://t.co/JozLoNpk6S

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Trying to do too much can be overwhelming. Q3 asks how you decide what to try. #ditchbook @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura https://t.co/GAne001YBB

JoyousScience Jul 21 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3 I listen to y'all for great ideas about resources. My PLN is powerful. #ditchbook

JudiHolst Jul 21 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3: Give them time play on new technology. Also give them choices of what to use. #ditchbook #techgeek https://t.co/9JS7RauV8l

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Trying to do too much can be overwhelming. Q3 asks how you decide what to try. #ditchbook @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura https://t.co/GAne001YBB

rlfreedm Jul 21 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@SLP_NMS #ditchbook I surprised myself sometimes! @HamiltonMusical inspired musical & #rubegoldberg were good ones!

kellyrobson Jul 21 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3: Work throughout the year from Big > little. Begin w/ delivery platform: Classroom > #GAFE > apps #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3: Pick one or two things to focus on and use it to increase thinking and learning. If it's just flashy and fun do we need it? #ditchbook

LScumpieru Jul 21 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3: When using technology, know your kids and their limit. #DitchBook

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:27 PM EDT

@JudiHolst Luckily, our logins are the same for GAFE and logging into computers, etc. #ditchbook

jghfoundation08 Jul 21 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3: Familiar tools. Ss w/ Evernote notebooks & emailing their assignment to the class Evernote account. #ditchbook https://t.co/P3O3VlYHBI

sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Trying to do too much can be overwhelming. Q3 asks how you decide what to try. #ditchbook @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura https://t.co/GAne001YBB

KatieJMcNamara Jul 21 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3 Sometimes I have Ss explore the Web to x, then pick which the feel is best. #ditchbook

AnneClark7 Jul 21 @ 10:27 PM EDT

@SylviaEllison Both are so powerful. Must look up @classnotebook. Thx for tip! #ditchbook https://t.co/XfSYWsy02K

SylviaEllison Jul 21 @ 10:26 PM EDT
A3 I started with @padlet and @polleverywhere to give my tchrs a voice now adding @classnotebook #DitchBook https://t.co/67vjct2IGV
- sandyrotto Jul 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT
  
  Trying to do too much can be overwhelming. Q3 asks how you decide what to try. #ditchbook @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura https://t.co/GAne001YBB

MistyMitchellm Jul 21 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3: 1st ? I ask - does the tech allow students to learn what I'm presenting, also make sure tech doesn't overpower the learning #ditchbook

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:27 PM EDT

@AnneClark7 OR is it just trendy? #ditchbook

larkscience Jul 21 @ 10:27 PM EDT

Absolutely, S are the best gauge! #ditchbook https://t.co/vgNUDJV94H

MViTDiTeach Jul 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3: Use Ss as gage, if they seem comfortable, try it, if they are stressed, cut back #ditchbook

kellyrobson Jul 21 @ 10:28 PM EDT

@LScumpieru I am going to make a calendar this year. I will put Ss in charge to make sure I don't cheat! #ditchbook

polonerd Jul 21 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Took time to reflect on this over the summer. Driving factor is ALWAYS "How does this help my Ss get to the learning objective?" #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Hey #ditchbook Cindy is one of my amazing colleagues. So glad she's joining us tonight! https://t.co/OQ5a0PXIg2

MrsFaucett Jul 21 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@TTmomTT @the_vade_mecum @rachelmarker Okay, that makes a difference. I snuck in at 9:07, almost forgot!! #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Jul 21 @ 10:28 PM EDT

I blogged about my problem of trying to do it all and then I got a #ditchbook reminder https://t.co/iPJZBUXVhd

AnneClark7 Jul 21 @ 10:28 PM EDT

@the_vade_mecum Exactly. Have fallen prey to the trendy in the past. For what? Wasted our time. #ditchbook

MistyMitchellm Jul 21 @ 10:29 PM EDT

👏👏👏👏 yes w/Edtech more is not better... #ditchbook https://t.co/eCztCRXMij

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jul 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3 Great advice from my friend @nzefeldt. Choose 3 key tools to use & put the blinders on to the other new & shiny tools. #ditchbook

BBaumeyer Jul 21 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A3: think about what will enhance teaching and learning. Run it by Ss to give them the "why" and just go for it. #ditchbook

emosier3 Jul 21 @ 10:29 PM EDT

@TTmomTT Welcome @MrsFaucett So glad you could join us for #ditchbook

polonerd Jul 21 @ 10:29 PM EDT

@AnneClark7 Not only that, but are they already using something similar? Why switch. Spend time learning something truly 'new' #ditchbook

dmhicks Jul 21 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A3: I really TRY to focus. I want to work on better feedback so I look for tools/strategies that help me do that. It's my filter. #ditchbook

the_vade_mecum Jul 21 @ 10:29 PM EDT

.@polonerd Maybe we should make stickers, that way we don't lose sight. Tech can be so shiny sometimes. #ditchbook