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spiralEDU Aug 14 @ 11:00 PM EDT

#akedchat starts NOW! Please join the discussion #Tlap #leadlap #edtechafterdark #edtechafterdark #ellchat #flipgridfever #aledchat

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 10:53 AM EDT

Monday 8-14. 7pm Alaska time. 10pm Central. #akedchat will be talking about #newteacher induction.

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:02 PM EDT

Tonight we will be loosely following the Q1, A1 format. Please remember to include #akedchat in your post. This is going to be fun!

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:06 PM EDT

Q1. Respect and Gratitude. Give a shout-out to the educator(s) who helped you through your first year(s) in teaching. #akedchat

spiralEDU Aug 14 @ 11:09 PM EDT

I am so grateful to Debbie Hawkins from the Alaska Mentor Project! #akedchat she was a great cheerleader & resource! :)

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artFling Aug 14 @ 11:10 PM EDT

A1 - Long time ago... Joel Littauer. He made me feel like it was alright to make mistakes. #akedchat

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:10 PM EDT

That is outstanding! Is there anything specific Debbie did to help you become a successful teacher? #akedchat

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artFling Aug 14 @ 11:11 PM EDT

Hi. Art from TX... Teach MS. #akedchat

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:11 PM EDT

being alright to make mistakes was a rare mindset "a long time ago" ! #akedchat

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:11 PM EDT

A1 I owe my career in education to @DSchumacher75 without his guidance I would have never entered the profession! #akedchat

spiralEDU Aug 14 @ 11:11 PM EDT

She learned alongside me! As I tried out new things, she did too & passed it along to other new teachers as well! #akedchat

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:12 PM EDT

Welcome Art! #akedchat

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:12 PM EDT

Q2. What is one piece of advice you WISH you had received/one thing you wish you knew as a new teacher? #akedchat

spiralEDU Aug 14 @ 11:12 PM EDT

How about you? Who helped you in your first years of teaching? #akedchat

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:13 PM EDT

That is one of the best ways to learn. I am sure you taught her as much as she taught you! #akedchat

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InspiredImpact Aug 14 @ 11:13 PM EDT

#akedchat Tammy Morris attending from Nunapitchuk in LKSD tonight! Arrived a few hours ago for my first week. Sorry I'm late!

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:14 PM EDT

Welcome back! It is always good to "see" you. Any #akpln insight on new teacher induction tonight? #akedchat

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artFling Aug 14 @ 11:14 PM EDT

A2 - I wish I had known that I was going to have to work to connect with Ss, that my charm and good looks wasn't going to cut it. #akedchat

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:16 PM EDT

I found the same problem with my good looks :) #akedchat

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:17 PM EDT

Q3. What are some areas of focus for a new teacher induction program? Suggestions on how we teach these skills to our new folks? #akedchat

InspiredImpact Aug 14 @ 11:17 PM EDT

#akedchat A1 Started 1st yr hired month late due 2 big #s. Always b grateful 2 all UPark staff who each did something 2 welcome/help me!

InspiredImpact Aug 14 @ 11:18 PM EDT

Taught with Debbie my 1st 6 years - she is awesome! #akedchat

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:19 PM EDT

A little kindness goes a long way! #akedchat

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:21 PM EDT

Do you feel new teachers have a better grasp on the importance of connection than we had? #akedchat

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artFling Aug 14 @ 11:22 PM EDT

A3 - If I could help new teacher not to take things personally, I would gift them with that magic. #akedchat

InspiredImpact Aug 14 @ 11:23 PM EDT

U know abt the 60 Lrng Plns; taking a step further this yr - rollout of 3 related ea mo 4 credit! #akedchat #AkPln

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InspiredImpact Aug 14 @ 11:23 PM EDT

Credit or no Lrng Plns gr8t 4 bldg skills & strats of new Ts. #akedchat #AkPLN

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:24 PM EDT

That is one of the greatest pieces of advice I received from my previous Supt... #akedchat

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sarahmomof3boys Aug 14 @ 11:24 PM EDT

Just joining #akedchat for 1st time from Iowa

AlexandraOtto Aug 14 @ 11:24 PM EDT

#akedchat Alex Otto, 6th grade math teacher, Kodiak. Sorry for joining late! We actually have sun here (had rain all summer!)

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:24 PM EDT

Q4. How do you invite new teachers into your PLN? How can we sell the power of collaboration to our new teachers? #akedchat

artFling Aug 14 @ 11:24 PM EDT

I think they do. Somehow, as a rule, women understand this better than men. #akedchat

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:21 PM EDT

Do you feel new teachers have a better grasp on the importance of connection than we had? #akedchat
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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:25 PM EDT

You are always welcome! Sun in Kodiak....You had best enjoy it! #akedchat

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AlexandraOtto Aug 14 @ 11:26 PM EDT

#akedchat A1 Christy Lyle, who is not on Twitter (yet) is an amazing math coach! When she joins Twitter, she can see this ;)

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:26 PM EDT

Welcome! It is always nice to have a fellow Iowan in the fray! #akedchat #iaedchat

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InspiredImpact Aug 14 @ 11:26 PM EDT

Only if they have learned it! Sometimes learned in family, sometimes professionally. Never hurts to tell/remind them! #akedchat

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sarahmomof3boys Aug 14 @ 11:26 PM EDT

A4: cont to invite them & lead by example with collaboration #akedchat

artFling Aug 14 @ 11:27 PM EDT

A4 - If we're talking abt NTs in my building, I drop in on them and make sure they have what they need. Answer Qs. #akedchat

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:27 PM EDT

So true. Keep the door open. They will come when they are ready. Hopefully sooner than later! #akedchat

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sarahmomof3boys Aug 14 @ 11:28 PM EDT

Does your district have a formal mentoring program? I'm always intrigued w/ how other states/Districts do things #akedchat

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:28 PM EDT

That is soooo important. Isolation is a killer for new teachers!. #akedchat

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sarahmomof3boys Aug 14 @ 11:29 PM EDT

Building relationships is key! Those must be in place before any learning can happen #akedchat

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InspiredImpact Aug 14 @ 11:29 PM EDT

Leadership helps tremendously! Well-placed suggestions to pair/group. Checking in w/newT 2 make sure he's involved. #akedchat

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:24 PM EDT

Q4. How do you invite new teachers into your PLN? How can we sell the power of collaboration to our new teachers? #akedchat

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:30 PM EDT

Some districts do, Some don't. IA had it right about a decade ago with their mentoring and induction program (minus the portfolio) #akedchat

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:30 PM EDT

Q5. What advice do you have for new teachers regarding student behaviors? How can we help teachers BEFORE management is a problem? #akedchat

artFling Aug 14 @ 11:30 PM EDT

A4 - Mine does. And the word FORMAL is right. Very stiff. Needs some renuzit. #akedchat

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InspiredImpact Aug 14 @ 11:31 PM EDT

Agreed @sarahmomof3boys! Sometimes, many invitations are necessary. Don't give up. Gently persuade :) #akedchat

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:31 PM EDT

Absolutely. I ask Where they are getting help, Not if. #akedchat

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AlexandraOtto Aug 14 @ 11:31 PM EDT

A4 #akedchat In Kodiak we start by being social and inviting them out. Lots of good informal dialogue takes place after hours at our brewery

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artFling Aug 14 @ 11:32 PM EDT

#akedchat - Is the teacher leadership model a specific program?

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:32 PM EDT

Build the relationship on a personal level! Create trust...then you can mentor. #akedchat

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InspiredImpact Aug 14 @ 11:33 PM EDT

AK has a program that assigns mentors to 1st yr Ts. Used to be also 2nd yr Ts. Program is slowly shrinking due to budget cuts. #akedchat

sarahmomof3boys Aug 14 @ 11:28 PM EDT

Does your district have a formal mentoring program? I'm always intrigued w/ how other states/Districts do things #akedchat
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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:34 PM EDT

Also....Is this strategy outlined in board policy?? 😃#akedchat

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artFling Aug 14 @ 11:34 PM EDT

A5 - Engaging lessons and relationships are the most important thing classroom management. #akedchat

spiralEDU Aug 14 @ 11:35 PM EDT

Most teacher unions also offer coaching online via @BetterLesson #akedchat

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InspiredImpact Aug 14 @ 11:35 PM EDT

#akedchat A5 Important 2 chat w/them early. Ask what their plan is not IF they have plan. They will need one. Help their comfort 2 ask 4help

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:30 PM EDT

Q5. What advice do you have for new teachers regarding student behaviors? How can we help teachers BEFORE management is a problem? #akedchat

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:36 PM EDT

Mic Drop! If our new teachers learn little else....this is what its all about! #akedchat

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artFling Aug 14 @ 11:36 PM EDT

#akedchat Uhh, my grammar slipped down a worm hole momentarily on that last tweet.!

AlexandraOtto Aug 14 @ 11:36 PM EDT

#akedchat A5 We love th CHAMPS system for classroom management. It is very comprehensive.

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:36 PM EDT

This is a great resource to share!! #akedchat

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:37 PM EDT

Q6. What have you done to make new teachers feel like they are “part of the team” #akedchat

sarahmomof3boys Aug 14 @ 11:37 PM EDT

A5: clear & consistent expectations for Ss & don't be afraid to ask for help or to observe veteran Ts #akedchat

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:38 PM EDT

Do new teachers fully understand the CHAMPS system? How much time do you allot for training? #akedchat

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artFling Aug 14 @ 11:39 PM EDT

I've enjoyed these few minutes... Need to go to sleep (Central Time Zone) Thanks for letting me share. #akedchat

spiralEDU Aug 14 @ 11:39 PM EDT

What is the CHAMPS system? #akedchat

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:39 PM EDT

Too often the only "teaching" new teachers recall is what they received when they were students. #akedchat.

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sarahmomof3boys Aug 14 @ 11:39 PM EDT

A6: be inclusive & ask their opinion-let them know you want to hear what they think & that everyone is valuable #akedchat

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:41 PM EDT

Q7. New teachers spend most of their time helping others. How do you encourage new teachers to take some time for themselves? #akedchat

InspiredImpact Aug 14 @ 11:41 PM EDT

#akedchat A6 Frequent and consistent, but gentle check-ins. Invitations. Sharing. Ask them for advice.

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:37 PM EDT

Q6. What have you done to make new teachers feel like they are “part of the team” #akedchat

sarahmomof3boys Aug 14 @ 11:42 PM EDT

A7: practice what you preach! #akedchat

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:43 PM EDT

Asking them for advise is key. We must establish a system of collaboration rather than the age old "pecking order" #akedchat

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:43 PM EDT

Always sage advice! #akedchat

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InspiredImpact Aug 14 @ 11:44 PM EDT

Was just rdg a bit abt that today - because the way some Ts were taught isn't always good, they have to unlearn to learn gd tchng. #akedchat

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spiralEDU Aug 14 @ 11:44 PM EDT

Have you seen the #pineapplecharts? 🍍 it helps organize it & people can choose to observe new lesson ideas like #mysteryskype #akedchat

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InspiredImpact Aug 14 @ 11:45 PM EDT

Yikes! Not so good at taking time for myself, so probably not a good role model! #akedchat

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AlexandraOtto Aug 14 @ 11:46 PM EDT

#akedchat A7 Not sure. Still working on that myself!

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:46 PM EDT

I hear ya! Twitter chat is my R&R for the evening. Back to the office after this@! #akedchat

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:47 PM EDT

Sounds like we have a theme here!! #akedchat

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:47 PM EDT

Q8. What would you like to tell YOUR building administrator about new teacher induction? #akedchat

InspiredImpact Aug 14 @ 11:49 PM EDT

#akedchat A8: Be careful who you pair new Ts with!

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:49 PM EDT

I want to share your #mysteryskype story from last year with our elementary teams this year. #akedchat

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sarahmomof3boys Aug 14 @ 11:49 PM EDT

A8: it's essential to have the right mentors & Ts available for NT's right away-Ts who are positive & passionate #akedchat

spiralEDU Aug 14 @ 11:49 PM EDT

Students love it when you share your passions:Make sure you take time to incorporate them into classroom & out #akedchat mine is cooking!

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:51 PM EDT

I agree. How do Administrators find the "right fit" for new teachers? #akedchat

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spiralEDU Aug 14 @ 11:51 PM EDT

Please do! It was an amazing experience to connect with all 50 states... even more so that we did it from the middle of nowhere :) #akedchat

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AlexandraOtto Aug 14 @ 11:52 PM EDT

#akedchat I learned about Mystery Skype at ASTE17 and did it with my daughter's class. Now I'm doing a session for teachers at our inservice

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edplanet_ Aug 14 @ 11:53 PM EDT

A6 tell the new Ts how excited you are to have them on your team! Make them feel wanted and valued - we NEED them! #akedchat

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:53 PM EDT

Don't short change yourself....You were WAY past the middle of nowhere!! 😃#akedchat

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InspiredImpact Aug 14 @ 11:54 PM EDT

Search in AkPLN for "new teachers"-videos, Deep Dives (awesome!!), and blog posts https://t.co/wIszV9EYE2 #akedchat #AkPLN @TeachingChannel

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:54 PM EDT

Good for you! and good for your school. Kudos they give you time to present innovative new ideas! #akedchat

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edplanet_ Aug 14 @ 11:54 PM EDT

A4 find shared interests. It has to be organic, not forced! If you find shared interests, get the resources and support the #PLN. #akedchat

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:55 PM EDT

You could not be more spot on! We need them and our Students need them! #akedchat

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sarahmomof3boys Aug 14 @ 11:55 PM EDT

I'm off to bed-PD tomorrow :) thanks for letting me learn and grow #akedchat

nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:56 PM EDT

Q9. This is such a great group! What ideas do you have to help grow our #akedchat PLN?

MikeUbbens Aug 14 @ 11:57 PM EDT

Just stumbled on this - what an awesome topic!! I have to ask - what is aked? #akedchat

InspiredImpact Aug 14 @ 11:57 PM EDT

Admin need to take time to know their Ts, new and veteran. Don't pair a cynical T w/NT cuz she may dampen new enthusiasm! #akedchat

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:58 PM EDT

Thank you for your participation. Great discussion tonight! See you next week with First day of School for Teachers with @jotheel #akedchat

AlexandraOtto Aug 14 @ 11:58 PM EDT

#akedchat A9 Word of mouth. Maybe we need a "bring a friend week." I'm shocked at how many teachers still don't tweet! Talk it up.

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nick_schumacher Aug 14 @ 11:59 PM EDT

Alaska Ed Chat. Every Monday evening 7pm Alaska time (10 Central). #akedchat You are welcome anytime!

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