#sschat Archive

#sschat is a network of educators, resources, and ideas that started on Twitter, but has expanded to Facebook, an annual NCSS unconference, and more. Join us to chat asynchronously on Twitter or Facebook, or chat with us live on Mondays from 7-8pm EST.
Monday August 7, 2017
7:00 PM EDT
  • dankrutka - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:00 PM EDT
    Welcome! Introduce yourself & share 1 thing you did this summer to grow (personally or professionally). Remember the #sschat hashtag!
  • participatechat Aug 7 @ 7:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #sschat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/73iQwRcttl
  • 42ThinkDeep - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:01 PM EDT
    Hi! I'm Michael - one of the co-mods at #sschat! Right now, I'm taking a few courses for a gamification & tech certificate program I'm in
  • 42ThinkDeep - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:01 PM EDT
    (Remember - we have all of our chats archived at https://t.co/6mkwXr3uoh) #sschat
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:01 PM EDT
    Chris from Bloomington, IN. Teach world history for private online HS. Attended a Summer of eLearning conference in June. #sschat
  • jmarangell Aug 7 @ 7:01 PM EDT
    Hi, Joe from CT - 6-12 SS instructional leader. Attended a great workshop on bool clubs this summer at #UNHLit #sschat
    • dankrutka - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:00 PM EDT
      Welcome! Introduce yourself & share 1 thing you did this summer to grow (personally or professionally). Remember the #sschat hashtag!
  • jess_teerlinck Aug 7 @ 7:02 PM EDT
    Let's try this again. I'm Jess. I joined Twitter this summer to grow. #sschat
    In reply to @dankrutka
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:02 PM EDT
    Hi there #sschat! Andrew (gr.8 USHistory/Govt in MA) -- taking https://t.co/GgHgIp6Orx certification course & expanding my PLN this summer
  • kwillmann Aug 7 @ 7:02 PM EDT
    Kent Willmann social studies methods instructor University of Colorado. Planned an eclipse visit. #sschat
  • kris_vanduyne Aug 7 @ 7:02 PM EDT
    Kris, 6-12 SS Lead Teacher. Canandaigua NY. Using Twitter more to grow professionally this Summer. #sschat
    • dankrutka - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:00 PM EDT
      Welcome! Introduce yourself & share 1 thing you did this summer to grow (personally or professionally). Remember the #sschat hashtag!
  • GeoJo22 Aug 7 @ 7:02 PM EDT
    Joanne from Missouri. I teach 7th ancient world history and 11th modern global issues. I visited Europe this summer. A Rhine cruise.#sschat
  • rmchurchward Aug 7 @ 7:02 PM EDT
    I teach 6th Grade Global Studies. One thing I did this summer to grow was volunteer at a refugee camp on the Greek island of Lesvos #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:02 PM EDT
    Hi! Mary-Owen, 7th World History in TN & a #sschat co-mod. Spent my summer finishing my EdS in Tech Integration! (Now waiting on grades...)
  • MrRoughton Aug 7 @ 7:02 PM EDT
    Kevin, 7th world hist, socal. I learned After Effects! #sschat
  • philpuzz Aug 7 @ 7:02 PM EDT
    Phil checking in from Sarasota. Teaching 6-8 WH. Took a PD on flipped classroom #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:03 PM EDT
    Hello! We're happy to have you! I'm curious what an SS-sped teacher position looks like in NY.... #sschat
    In reply to @jess_teerlinck, @dankrutka
  • DarrenHause Aug 7 @ 7:03 PM EDT
    Hi! It's my first #sschat :) I teach Gov & Econ at @csdriverside. My fun summer PD was @politicon! Grabbed some neat stuff for my gov class
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:03 PM EDT
    Jill from SS. US History, Gov/Econ teacher. Bravely survived taking 30+ to Europe. #sschat
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:03 PM EDT
    Welcome! #sschat
    In reply to @DarrenHause, @csdriverside, @Politicon
  • kris_vanduyne Aug 7 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    #sschat
    • jess_teerlinck Aug 7 @ 7:01 PM EDT
      I'm Jess Teerlinck. 1 thing I did to grow was join Twitter!
  • drs116 Aug 7 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    Hi from PA - HS Econ, Soc, GPS. Attending Eastern PA EduSummit tomorrow & Wed #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    Hi, Joe! Glad you could make it! I love book clubs! Any cool takeaways? #sschat
    In reply to @jmarangell
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    I teach high school through comics and pop culture.I gave several professional development seminars this summer on literacy & comics #sschat
  • judyrichter2001 Aug 7 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    Hi, Judy from North NJ. Have spent most of the summer deep in political activism. Just starting to get back to Professional stuff. #sschat
  • LynnSchedler Aug 7 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    I'm Lynn & I attended a 3 day workshop on Gamification taught by @tishrich. It was fantastic! #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    You win :) #sschat
    In reply to @rmchurchward
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    Fun! Where are you viewing the eclipse? We're just outside the zone of totality, so planning a field trip (hopefully). #sschat
    In reply to @kwillmann
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    ...and a well-earned diploma!! #sschat
    In reply to @MsHolmesTeach
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    It was AMAZING! We did Switzerland, Italy and Riviera w/ @EFtours #sschat
    In reply to @42ThinkDeep, @EFtours
  • dankrutka - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    I'm Dan Krutka, social studies prof, tweeting live from a traffic safety commission meeting in Denton, Texas. #localdemocracy #sschat
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    Thanks! It's been awhile. Goal to be a bit more active this school year #sschat
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    Q1: What are you most excited and/or stressed out about for the new school year? #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    Whoa, that sounds cool! Never heard of Politicon. Welcome to tonight's #sschat!
    In reply to @DarrenHause, @csdriverside, @Politicon
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    Hi, Darren! Glad you could make it! #sschat
    In reply to @DarrenHause, @csdriverside, @Politicon
  • mrmessenlehner Aug 7 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    Adam, from Durham, NC. I am a MAT student at Duke. Taking classes and learning to be a future SS teacher. #sschat
    In reply to @dankrutka
  • philpuzz Aug 7 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    Thanks Chris. Always glad to be a part of #sschat
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • LynnSchedler Aug 7 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    A1 I'm gamifying my US history classes this year & am so excited to be trying something that will engage Ss and me #sschat
  • Mrneilhistory Aug 7 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    Hey everyone! Matt from PA, currently teaching 9th and 12th gr civics and gov! Caught up on my reading this summer! :) #sschat
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    I listened to a Politico Nerdcast episode that was recorded live at Politicon. :) #sschat #nerd
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr, @DarrenHause, @csdriverside, @Politicon
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    It was a whirl wind adventure in Switzerland, Italy & the Riviera. #sschat
    In reply to @rmchurchward
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    Hi everyone! Sorry for being late...Mike from CA here, teach US history and civics! #sschat
  • UlmerBHMSD Aug 7 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    Im Tara. šŸŒŽ +US History teacher from Bluffton, IN. I traveled to Thailand and taught Eng and edtech to Burmese refugees this summer #sschat
  • historyhiott Aug 7 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    Kendall from Austin -- I teach 8th grade U.S. History, joined Twitter and working on Flipped Learning ceritification #sschat
  • rmchurchward Aug 7 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    A1: Planning to teach the SDGs as an over-arching theme this year in my 6th Grade Global Studies class. #excited #sschat #TeachSDGs
  • 42ThinkDeep - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    I have to take a week off early in the year- so I'm trying to make some units that can be done without my being in the classroom. #sschat
  • cheffernan75 Aug 7 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    Data never tells the whole story. https://t.co/0z3jAJfSBB #worldgeohat #sschat #sstlap #geographyteacher #tlap #worldgeochat
  • drs116 Aug 7 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    A1 excited & stressed as we go 1:1, I'll be teaching GPS for 1st time & I have a student-teacher #sschat
  • MrsWreggs Aug 7 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    Kymberli from MI. High school World History, civics, and electives #sschat
  • mcarlstromDR Aug 7 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    I'm going to teach my CIS WH class in reverse order and make loops back to past connections. #NewIdea4Me #sschat
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    A1- I'm stressed out abt being stressed out - my emails have given the year a rough start before it started #forReal #sschat
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    A1 we are teaching all three March graphic novels! Can't wait! Last year we piloted the first one and it was amazing! #sschat
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    A1: Excited for utilizing technology in new ways and broadening my outreach to Ss. #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    A1 I am cautiously optimistic to try/continue things (excited) after a really rough last year (stressed & nervous about returning) #sschat
  • MrRoughton Aug 7 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    A1) Always excited to meet new kids. Also excited to continue to push our 1 to 1 usage. #sschat
  • jmarangell Aug 7 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    A1: Teaching two new classes: Social Studies Research in the fall semester (gr. 11-12) & World Cultures in the spring (gr. 10-12) #sschat
  • dankrutka - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    A1: Back to working w/ elem/MS social studies pre-service Ts this fall! Excited, but anxious about using most impactful re/sources. #sschat
  • MrsRicklis Aug 7 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    Hi #sschat Brittany from NJ, 6th & 8th grades, A1: getting promoted to the 8th grade
  • MrsWreggs Aug 7 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    A1: Excited to try standards-based grading. Stressed about it as well. #sschat
  • 42ThinkDeep - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    So I have to create self-directed units... #sschat
  • MLCHS_Ruddy Aug 7 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    A1. Being a stronger leader and embracing new ideas in my lessons to get students excited šŸ˜Š #sschat
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    A1: We went 1:1 last yr, so looking forward to incorporating more meaningful/relevant tech tools in my instruction #sschat
  • GeoJo22 Aug 7 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    A1 2nd year using workshop model. Excited to know a little more going in. #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    Dislike. That was my August 2016 inbox.... #sschat
    In reply to @bohndrake
  • kwillmann Aug 7 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    A1 Most excited about helping teacher candidates navigate controversial issue discussions. #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    Excited about #flexibleseating from day 1, hosting #projectLITbookclub, and lots of #pbl opportunities in world history!!! #sschat
  • kris_vanduyne Aug 7 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    A1: Excited: getting to know my new kids ā¤ļø #sschat
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    Your emails? How did that work? #sschat
    In reply to @bohndrake
  • judyrichter2001 Aug 7 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    A1 Trying to get excited about teaching WH. Am exited to experiment with Genius Hour since it's my turn for the Frosh Seminar Class #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    OK, you absolutely must let us know how that goes! #sschat
    In reply to @mcarlstromDR
  • mcarlstromDR Aug 7 @ 7:09 PM EDT
    Matt Carlstrom Geog, Econ, WH, Civics Deer River High School MN #sschat
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:09 PM EDT
    Like emails containing messages with very disappointing information #sschat
    In reply to @teachermike72
  • 42ThinkDeep - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:09 PM EDT
    I'm also trying to focus on skill building so I'm working on an assessment to see where my students are at the beginning of the year #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:09 PM EDT
    I need to tone down the exclamation points after cheer practice. Sorry, y'all. šŸ˜³ #sschat
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:09 PM EDT
    Ohhhh. Disappointing for the kids and parents? #sschat
    In reply to @bohndrake
  • debreese Aug 7 @ 7:09 PM EDT
    @flipping_A_tchr - I'm here for #sschat. I publish critical reviews of kid/YA lit that has Native content. I'm at https://t.co/OTxGyGVNxJ
  • UlmerBHMSD Aug 7 @ 7:09 PM EDT
    A1: I'm excited and stressed about implementing current events this year. It feels different from years past...obviously #sschat
  • jess_teerlinck Aug 7 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    A1- I'm excited to work with my Ss to make history fun! #sschat
  • dankrutka - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    A1 cont: Anxious about helping pre-service Ts pass TX certification tests w/out sacrificing prepping them as innovative, critical Ts #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    Your summer plans sound great! Read anything good? #sschat
    In reply to @Mrneilhistory
  • mcarlstromDR Aug 7 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    Cool Idea! #sschat
    In reply to @historycomics
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    historical thinking skills? #sschat
    In reply to @42ThinkDeep
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    Check out https://t.co/DlJiUZCv4j where I put my lesson plans and share ideas. Would love to help if you have questions #sschat
    In reply to @jess_teerlinck
  • philpuzz Aug 7 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    A1 very excited about using OneNote and flipping part of my lessons. #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    That's OK!!!!!! #sschat
    In reply to @MsHolmesTeach
  • DarrenHause Aug 7 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    A1: I'm excited about developing more flipped classroom videos in sign language. I'm also stressed out about it, haha #sschat
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    No no no, disappointing for me as the teacher which will ultimately be disappointing for the students- like no more flex seating #sschat
    In reply to @teachermike72
  • historyhiott Aug 7 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    A1: Currently excited about flipping my class and starting my Masters, but these will also surely be sources of later stress #sschat
  • GeoJo22 Aug 7 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    Right? Best for kids and in line with my beliefs. #sschat
    In reply to @jmarangell
  • Mrneilhistory Aug 7 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    Continue to use them, I overuse them as well, without the cheerleading. :) #sschat
    In reply to @MsHolmesTeach
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    Got it. Frustrating what our admins sometimes do to us. Sorry... #sschat.
    In reply to @bohndrake
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    The first year flipped can be stressful but then you'll never wanna go back ! U got this ! #sschat
    In reply to @historyhiott
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    A1.2: One tech tool I'm intrigued abt is @flipgrid as many of my tweeps have caught #FlipgridFever #sschat
  • 42ThinkDeep - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    My department identified 4 skills for freshmen - Change over time, compare & contrast, perspective & empathy, & concern for sources. #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • judyrichter2001 Aug 7 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    I'm looking forward to using @flipgrid this year too. Got to experiment a little at end of last year. #sschat
    In reply to @jk_coffee, @flipgrid, @flipgrid
  • debreese Aug 7 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    A1 #sschat: Stressed when I think of ways that Native ppl will be taught to kids at every grade level. Excited abt possibilities for change.
  • ChristieNold Aug 7 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    A1. I'm always most excited about getting to know our new Ss, also thrilled about our classroom library thanks to tremendous support #sschat
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    I want to try Flipgrid as well but not sure Ps would allow Ss to do it. Will have to check! #sschat
    In reply to @jk_coffee, @flipgrid
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    sounds like a remarkably well-organized and collaborative high school history department! #sschat :)
    In reply to @42ThinkDeep
  • mrmessenlehner Aug 7 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    A1: Learning from my mentor teacher and getting classroom experience for a full semester. #sschat
  • drs116 Aug 7 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    A1 have @flipgrid account for upcoming year, also got Teachers Guide to Tech from @cultofpedagogy (there's so much out there!!) #sschat
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    I flipped the last 1/2 of last yr. LOVED it. Allowed for more inquiry, critical thinking, and class discussions #sschat
    In reply to @historyhiott
  • CMS_kryan Aug 7 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    Hello! Kristi, I teach 7th grade social studies. I attended several PD sessions on Canvas this summer. #sschat
  • MrPereiraCA Aug 7 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    A1 Psyched to integrate a bit w/ #aplit, work w/ new Ss & Ts ,& try #flipgrid & #Nearpod. #sschat
  • MrRoughton Aug 7 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    Sometimes forgiveness is better than permission! #sschat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @jk_coffee, @flipgrid
  • paulhagan24 Aug 7 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    A1: Getting into my classroom literally. We got all new windows in our very old building. Several are still not in! #sschat
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    Not when it comes to parents of kids that may not be documented. Then it is hell to pay. #sschat
    In reply to @MrRoughton, @jk_coffee, @flipgrid
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    I need to "play" with it, but I seem to like it better than some other similar apps. #sschat
    In reply to @judyrichter2001, @flipgrid
  • WOAPGOV Aug 7 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    A1: Meeting my new students. After 16 years, I still get can't-sleep-at-all nervous the day before school šŸ˜¬#sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    Q2 for #sschat: Are you planning to use a new strategy, tech app, grading system, etc. this year? If not, then why not?
  • massignmenthelp Aug 7 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    7 Ways to Increase Your Presentation Skills https://t.co/UarJ4jpltD #kyadmin #sschat #DubChat
  • jess_teerlinck Aug 7 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    A1.2 - stressed about making sure tech gets incorporated and used wisely. #sschat
  • MrPereiraCA Aug 7 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    A1 Nervous about teaching my own child & finding time to consistent blog. #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    Flipping history is flipping excellent!! #sschat
    In reply to @jk_coffee, @historyhiott
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    I attempted, and had several parents who asked to opt out. #sschat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @MrRoughton, @jk_coffee, @flipgrid
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    I think it depends on how it is introduced and if the parents/students/admin see the benefits of it. #sschat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @flipgrid
  • 42ThinkDeep - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    Yea-I'm developing now. They will be readings & activities (writing, organizing) that I'll grade with a rubric for different skills. #sschat
    In reply to @UlmerBHMSD
  • UlmerBHMSD Aug 7 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    Going to try the first of these this year to get my feet wet! Thanks for sharing your experience! #sschat
    • historycomics Aug 7 @ 7:07 PM EDT
      A1 we are teaching all three March graphic novels! Can't wait! Last year we piloted the first one and it was amazing! #sschat
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    A2) I'm restructuring my online world history courses to more effectively target skills & effective collaboration. #sschat
  • LynnSchedler Aug 7 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    A2 I'm looking at using a single point rubric-tired of the check off rubric admin liked in the past #sschat thoughts on that?
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    I agree, in theory, but if Ps will not allow it then it won't work. Will need to look into it. #sschat
    In reply to @jk_coffee, @flipgrid
  • kris_vanduyne Aug 7 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    A2: working on building more student choice in our co-taught classroom. #sschat
    • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:15 PM EDT
      Q2 for #sschat: Are you planning to use a new strategy, tech app, grading system, etc. this year? If not, then why not?
  • rmchurchward Aug 7 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    A2: Do something in class that you are scared to death to do. Growth never happens in the comfort zone. I hope to change a lot. #sschat
    • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:15 PM EDT
      Q2 for #sschat: Are you planning to use a new strategy, tech app, grading system, etc. this year? If not, then why not?
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    Here are my @MARCHTrilogy resources https://t.co/007Q6ohwbq - feel free to peruse - would love to hear what you do! #sschat @andrewaydin
    In reply to @UlmerBHMSD, @MARCHTrilogy, @andrewaydin
  • MrRoughton Aug 7 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    A2) Nothing new yet, we started a ton new last year. Time for refinement and expansion. #sschat
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    Elaborate on a single point rubric- usually I rant abt my hate for rubrics #sschat
    In reply to @LynnSchedler
  • UlmerBHMSD Aug 7 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    A2: Back to HS this year. I'm trying out a Tracking system by @ronclarkacademy for discussion so it's more student-centered #sschat
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    A2: Looking to add more inquiry and PBL into my classes. #sschat
  • ChristieNold Aug 7 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    A2. It'll be my second year without grades & my first using an ethnic studies framework to guide our learning #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    Hopefully will be 1:1 by next Aug (at latest), so using programs to help kids create. Also attempting SBG (& nervous about it!) #sschat
    • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:15 PM EDT
      Q2 for #sschat: Are you planning to use a new strategy, tech app, grading system, etc. this year? If not, then why not?
  • MrsRicklis Aug 7 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    A2 I want to get the @IXLLearning Social Studies subscription & start incorporating more @ScholasticTeach nonfict resources #sschat
  • drs116 Aug 7 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    A2 more open-ended PBL, more feedback less 'grading' #sschat
  • MrsWreggs Aug 7 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    A2: Going to try @classcraftgame as a means to make SBG more fun. #Gamification is my jam! #sschat
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    #sschat A2 Planning on using Remind101, Kahoot, maybe Flubaroo. Don't want to go overboard on tech, just stuff that works best!
    In reply to @rmchurchward
  • debreese Aug 7 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    A2 #sschat: Pls add INDIGENOUS PEOPLES HISTORY OF THE US to your resources and use it to redo lesson plans. https://t.co/XADbky9ruO
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    You mean a holistic rubric instead of categorized? or something else? #sschat
    In reply to @LynnSchedler
  • MrsRicklis Aug 7 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    A2 Also want to differentiate better with Classroom - sending kids different assignments, modified assessments #sschat
  • judyrichter2001 Aug 7 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    A2 I'm revamping my grading system. More focus on feedback/ revision. Want to see how far I can push admin on this... #sschat
  • kwillmann Aug 7 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    A2. We are using Chalk and Wire for a portfolio system. Anyone use it before? #sschat
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    A2- I began standards based learning with world history, but I'll have USI for the 1st time in 10 yrs so gonna try it there #sschat
  • WOAPGOV Aug 7 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    A2: Yes; not always by choice šŸ˜‰ We are year two as a 1:1 (chromebook) school, so LOTS of apps (and Google Classroom) to master... #sschat
  • Mrneilhistory Aug 7 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    I'm most excited to help kids find their voice. #sschat
  • classroomtools Aug 7 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    You might want to check with @ShawnMcCusker to tap his extensive 1:1 experience. #sschat
    In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @ShawnMcCusker
  • jess_teerlinck Aug 7 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    A2 - im having trouble narrowing down the new things I want to try. Need to be sure the students (& me!) don't get overwhelmed #sschat
  • GeoJo22 Aug 7 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    I have seen flipgrid mentioned. Have also tried Recap. Need more discussion. #sschat
  • LynnSchedler Aug 7 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    Instead of 4-5 pts on a rubric, only have 1 and then annotate things to work on & what was a strength. I'll look for the link on it #sschat
    In reply to @bohndrake
  • MrPereiraCA Aug 7 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    A2 #flipgrid #Nearpod #edublogs Want to keep finding new strategies 4 historical thinking. #APUSH #sschat
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    Is it like a checklist ??? #sschat
    In reply to @ChristieNold, @LynnSchedler
  • rmchurchward Aug 7 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    Here is a choice menu I use when introducing and assessing the strands of Social Studies: https://t.co/pp9hd1Q8So #sschat
    In reply to @kris_vanduyne
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    which grade(s) do you teacher? How did the TTOG go? It's on my bucket list... #sschat
    In reply to @ChristieNold
  • drs116 Aug 7 @ 7:20 PM EDT
    single pt rubrics look like game-changer for Ss #sschat https://t.co/AQDLDcQpxa
    In reply to @LynnSchedler
  • AssignmentHelpN Aug 7 @ 7:20 PM EDT
    A Writerā€™s Guide to Difference Between Editing and Proofreading https://t.co/wq0uN2NDPQ #kyadmin #sschat #DubChat
  • DarrenHause Aug 7 @ 7:20 PM EDT
    A2: My school is taking the @MyPowerSchool game to a next level. I look fwd to increase engagement w/ Ps & Ss regarding assignments. #sschat
    • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:15 PM EDT
      Q2 for #sschat: Are you planning to use a new strategy, tech app, grading system, etc. this year? If not, then why not?
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:20 PM EDT
    I've used @RemindHQ for the past few yrs & love it! @GetKahoot gets even the most resistant ss involved in the class. #sschat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @rmchurchward, @RemindHQ, @GetKahoot
  • mr_middle_2 Aug 7 @ 7:20 PM EDT
    Wish i could chat tonight! Will join asynchronously! #sschat
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:20 PM EDT
    I like your attitude !!! I did the same thing and luckily I mostly got support #sschat
    In reply to @judyrichter2001
  • paulhagan24 Aug 7 @ 7:20 PM EDT
    A2: We are not 1:1 but i hijacked the old iPad cart last yr. So i'm hoping to make @flipgrid work with it & more google classroom #sschat
  • marmiller8 Aug 7 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    Looks like a great resource. State Launches Virtual Primary Source Collection Of Iowa, US History https://t.co/DvIMmWqKZX #sschat #iowa
  • MrRoughton Aug 7 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    Choice menu. Someone said the secret word! https://t.co/WXcquc4vBP #sschat
    In reply to @rmchurchward, @kris_vanduyne
  • judyrichter2001 Aug 7 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    We aren't a tested subject in NJ. Can get away with a lot #sschat
    In reply to @bohndrake
  • drs116 Aug 7 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    @BIEpbl is a great resource for pbl #sschat
    In reply to @BIEpbl
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    Archive will be posted soon after the end of #sschat ... The twitter feed is moving so fast tonight!!!
  • CMS_kryan Aug 7 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    A2 I am going to use @CanvasLMS It is a great LMS for teachers and students. I am already setting up my modules and assignments. #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:22 PM EDT
    Massachusetts too!!!! (for now) #sschat
    • judyrichter2001 Aug 7 @ 7:21 PM EDT
      We aren't a tested subject in NJ. Can get away with a lot #sschat
      In reply to @bohndrake
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:22 PM EDT
    I can share with what I started doing, mostly I make sure activities match with standards and they reflect on them #sschat
    In reply to @MrsWreggs
  • drs116 Aug 7 @ 7:22 PM EDT
    We're using that too - entering 2nd full year #sschat
    In reply to @CMS_kryan, @CanvasLMS
  • LynnSchedler Aug 7 @ 7:22 PM EDT
    That's the link I was looking for. Thanks Christie #sschat
  • philpuzz Aug 7 @ 7:22 PM EDT
    A2 I hope to have students turn in more assignments electronically through OneNote / Blackboard #sschat
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:22 PM EDT
    We use Canvas at the comm college where I teach. Great system! #sschat
    In reply to @CMS_kryan, @CanvasLMS
  • debreese Aug 7 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    #sschat - teach students to see what is missing in state materials! Does this one in Iowa include Native nations? If not, why not?
    In reply to @marmiller8
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    A2 I am actually NOT implementing anything really new this year, for the first time probably ever. Want some continuity this time... #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    I know somebody on the inside, heh heh heh #sschat
    In reply to @42ThinkDeep
  • 42ThinkDeep - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    Q3 How do you intend to kick off your first day with your students? #sschat
  • 42ThinkDeep - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    My boss tells me to do this. Just refine. Don't redo. #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • MsSpearsTweets Aug 7 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    A2 - I'm working in a new school that uses google classroom heavily, i'll also have a co-teacher and will be gamifying. Big year! #sschat
  • johnsonmaryj Aug 7 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    These are great questions, says Mary who doesn't have a class. Wishing everyone a fabulous year! #sschat
  • MrsWreggs Aug 7 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    I'm going to be on this as soon as #sschat is complete!
    In reply to @rmchurchward, @teachermike72, @RemindHQ, @GetKahoot, @quizizz
  • drs116 Aug 7 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    Also #hackingPBL by @RossCoops31 & @MurphysMusings5 #sschat
    In reply to @BIEpbl, @RossCoops31, @MurphysMusings5
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    It's a pain front loading the units, etc but the pay off is worth it #sschat
    In reply to @philpuzz, @historyhiott
  • LynnSchedler Aug 7 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    A3 going to work on team building and getting to know my students as well as having them get to know each other #sschat
  • philpuzz Aug 7 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    thanks for sharing this outlook. Need to incorporate more of this myself. #sschat
    In reply to @rmchurchward
  • classroomtools Aug 7 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    Hi Mary!!! #sschat
    In reply to @johnsonmaryj
  • judyrichter2001 Aug 7 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    A3 Icebreakers/ Teambuilding. 9th grade comes from all over the city. #sschat
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    #sschat A3: Meet kids at the door, shake their hands, get them working on the student survey, ask them what our class should accomplish!
    In reply to @42ThinkDeep
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    A3) My school is on rolling enrollment so no real 1st day for everyone. Having Ss share an artifact that says something about them. #sschat
  • MrsWreggs Aug 7 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    A3: Found some great #uncheesy icrbreakers to get Ss up & moving #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    We have an operational test in 3-8 social studies this year! First in TN since 13-14 school year. #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • MLCHS_Ruddy Aug 7 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    A2. I am all about relearning my craft and how I plan lessons. How can I expect kids to learn if I canā€™t relearn. #sschat #excited
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    well played, sir #sschat #ObligatoryHamiltonReference
    In reply to @42ThinkDeep
  • MrRoughton Aug 7 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    A3) Lights out and a video countdown, just like any good show! #sschat
  • mcarlstromDR Aug 7 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    A2.1)Iā€™m going to start implementing SBGā€¦ Standards Based Grading. #SSchat
  • UlmerBHMSD Aug 7 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    A3: First day for me are STEM challenges involving @Sphero and Marshmallow catapults to ENGAGE. We'll get to procedural stuff later..#sschat
  • ChristieNold Aug 7 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    Yes!!! These are our critical reading questions #sschat
    In reply to @debreese, @marmiller8
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    A3- well I like my Ss entering a magical room to this playing on the smart board - can it be magical without my sandtable ??!! #sschat
  • kwillmann Aug 7 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    A3 Discussions of how to conduct civil civic conversations with people who disagree with us. #sschat
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    A3: throwing out the norm of "here's the syllabus/rules/etc" but not 100% sure what we're doing yet...lol! #sschat
  • abrown0712 Aug 7 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    A2: I'm excited about using Kami to annotate PDFs digitally & it's integrated into Google Classroom. #sschat
  • debreese Aug 7 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    #sschat -- seeing ref to Hamilton and asking, pointedly, WHERE ARE THE NATIVE PEOPLE/NATIONS IN THAT MUSICAL???
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    My first day was Aug 1....and we collaborated to draw world maps! šŸŒ (It was hard!) #sschat
  • classroomtools Aug 7 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    A3 If I were still in the classroom, I would probably begin with a version of my scavenger hunt activity. https://t.co/noPs9BRR9B #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    Maybe we should arrange a special flipping history twitter chat! 'Cause it ain't like flipping math class... #sschat
    • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:24 PM EDT
      It's a pain front loading the units, etc but the pay off is worth it #sschat
      In reply to @philpuzz, @historyhiott
  • historyhiott Aug 7 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    A3: We play a kahoot over topics they will learn in class, and then I show them how each answer links to a current event from summer #sschat
  • CMS_kryan Aug 7 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    Absolutely! it's ok to not succeed as long as we keep tying to do whats best for kids. No pain, No Change #sschat
    In reply to @rmchurchward
  • MrsRicklis Aug 7 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    A3 Usually a small group art activity that the kids love but I'm looking for something new this year. Dream idea-breakout game #sschat
  • rmchurchward Aug 7 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    Starting the year with a "Why Global Studies?" mini debate as well as a short video about the dangers of labels #sschat
  • mcarlstromDR Aug 7 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    A2) Iā€™m teaching my CIS WH in reverse order with Loops back to past connections. Also going to hit #ComputationalThinking #SSChat
  • UlmerBHMSD Aug 7 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    Hi Mary! Always good to run into you virtually! #sschat
    In reply to @johnsonmaryj
  • 42ThinkDeep - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    I know that many folks do icebreakers on the 1st day- they fill out a notecard with info. I want to figure out something different. #sschat
  • kris_vanduyne Aug 7 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    A1: Music, small groups matching answers to Qs based on last yr content. Shift to next station every few minutes to help other teams #sschat
  • MrRoughton Aug 7 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    A3) followed by the annual field trip to my car. https://t.co/dXtVGlkw86 #sschat
  • MsSpearsTweets Aug 7 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    A3 - I've been thinking about a breakout that focuses on introducing topics for the year to help teams work together from the start #sschat
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    Isn't that the truth! #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • WOAPGOV Aug 7 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    A3: Day 1: mutual introductions -- absolutely no talk of syllabus or classroom rules šŸ‘ŒšŸ½#sschat
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    Boom! Good idea #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    I'm reading Diana Hess' Controversy in the Classroom about this very topic. :) #sschat
    • kwillmann Aug 7 @ 7:26 PM EDT
      A3 Discussions of how to conduct civil civic conversations with people who disagree with us. #sschat
  • johnsonmaryj Aug 7 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    Hi Bill! #sschat tells me more about real classrooms than any other resource, and I am grateful.
    In reply to @classroomtools
  • GeoJo22 Aug 7 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    A3 With the eclipse 5 days later, we will explore images and primary sources about ancient myths/stories about eclipses. #sschat
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    A3 watch this amazing video, eat, and build community - no rules, textbook, etc https://t.co/TzHnIb7mwt #sschat what is an American?
  • jess_teerlinck Aug 7 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    A3 - day 1 - Ss will feel welcome & safe. Greet them at the door with a smile. Make sure they teamwork from their teachers #sschat
  • judyrichter2001 Aug 7 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    I'm doing a @breakoutEDU on day 2 or 3. Want to let the Ss meet each other first. #sschat
    In reply to @MsSpearsTweets, @breakoutEDU
  • rmchurchward Aug 7 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    ALWAYS let your students see you fail. How will they feel comfortable taking the leap if they haven't seen you get back up? #sschat #motto
    In reply to @CMS_kryan
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    I LOVE Kami! Sharing most readings with Ss as PDFs this year to encourage them to use Kami or other to annotate. :) #sschat
    In reply to @abrown0712
  • paulhagan24 Aug 7 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    A3: = Q1...17 years in and this twitter PLN is making me rethink my day one. Pumped for new students and excited to change mindsets #sschat
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    I did that a few years ago, but then I didn't know when to bring in the annoying stuff #sschat
    In reply to @WOAPGOV
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    A3 Day 2 - textual and visual evidence, be careful of judgements in history #sschat
  • debreese Aug 7 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    #sschat Global Studies--in some instances--lets teachers ignore racial issues within US by focusing on global peoples/issues.
    In reply to @rmchurchward
  • Mrneilhistory Aug 7 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    So important, thank you for doing this. #sschat
    In reply to @kwillmann
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    Yes!!!! Space in social studies !!!!!!! #sschat
    • GeoJo22 Aug 7 @ 7:27 PM EDT
      A3 With the eclipse 5 days later, we will explore images and primary sources about ancient myths/stories about eclipses. #sschat
  • drs116 Aug 7 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    A3 create personalize name tags & model socratic seminar #sschat
  • embrisbin Aug 7 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    A2: Still working w/google classroom and apps. Modifying & adjusting #APUSH curriculum. Want to reinvent #psych curriculum too #sschat
  • PSNTPS Aug 7 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    It's never too early to start exploring primary sources for #NHD2018! https://t.co/R5bbuu08xy #sschat
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    I am thinking about never bringing it in per se. Let Ss read it on their own time maybe, but not use class time for it. #sschat
    In reply to @bohndrake, @WOAPGOV
  • ChristieNold Aug 7 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    The agreements from Courageous Conversations on Race & Restorative Practices helped me with this in my classroom #sschat
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • rmchurchward Aug 7 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    Thanks! Always loved this video from @CocaCola about labels: https://t.co/0NAQuotEaA Makes for great conversation with Ss #sschat
    In reply to @42ThinkDeep, @CocaCola
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    Awesome idea! We'll be starting our study of the Arabian Peninsula, so perfect time to integrate astronomy and the eclipse! #sschat
    In reply to @GeoJo22
  • Mrneilhistory Aug 7 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    Iā€™m humming the song now #sschat #pureimagination
    In reply to @bohndrake
  • MrRoughton Aug 7 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    Never works pretty well for me. I just send it home. #sschat
    In reply to @bohndrake, @WOAPGOV
  • madisonteacher Aug 7 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    The latest Social Studies & Education! https://t.co/mUtbSXUaJD Thanks to @WisDPIsocstu @drs116 @mrhall5634 #sschat #tlap
  • classroomtools Aug 7 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    And this is the 40th anniversary of the launch of Voyagers 1 & 2. Look for the documentary The Farthest on PBS on Aug 23. #sschat
    In reply to @bohndrake
  • kwillmann Aug 7 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    A3 This Rockwell "Freedom of Speech" painting is used to establish class rules #sschat
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    I'd love to chat abt these issue ! Learn today that I spend ONE day on Native American issues for USI- I can't go with that #sschat
    In reply to @debreese, @rmchurchward
  • UlmerBHMSD Aug 7 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    Love the essential question. This is my first year teaching US! I may steal it! Thanks Tim! #sschat
    In reply to @historycomics
  • mcarlstromDR Aug 7 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    A3)Iā€™m going to start out with a #GrowthMindset discussion/presentation. Helping set a G.M. culture Oh, and some pre-tests! ;-) #sschat
  • debreese Aug 7 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    #sschat - I see ref to eclipse. Some info on that: https://t.co/ZSwguKr1CT
  • CMS_kryan Aug 7 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    A3 Getting to know you activities and some team building/problem solving activities. #sschat
  • 42ThinkDeep - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    That sounds great! #sschat
    • dragonmark_101 Aug 7 @ 7:30 PM EDT
      I do a pop-up museum the second day, where the students bring in an item that represents them and write a little museum description card
      In reply to @42ThinkDeep
  • highleyjane Aug 7 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    Sorry to jump in. I teach 8th US Hist in Philadelphia #sschat
  • embrisbin Aug 7 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    A3: It's about connecting with as many Ss as possible so they're excited to come back on day 2. #sschat
  • abrown0712 Aug 7 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    A3: Use Ss created art to talk about different PoVs & segway into the diff. PoVs 1 finds in history. Also, the normal rules, etc. #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    Q4 coming up in 1 minute! #sschat
  • CMS_kryan Aug 7 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    Got to love the marshmallow catapults! #sschat
    In reply to @UlmerBHMSD, @Sphero
  • kcbarton Aug 7 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    Size of ears slightly exaggerated to emphasize importance of listening #sschat
    In reply to @kwillmann
  • UlmerBHMSD Aug 7 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    Gotta run but loved jumping back into #sschat. It's been a while for me. Good luck everyone on start of school year! Let's change the world!
  • mcarlstromDR Aug 7 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    Constructive Controversy is such a great S engagement tool! #sschat
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:33 PM EDT
    Q4 History is happening all around! How can you engage your community this year?#sschat
  • MrsWreggs Aug 7 @ 7:33 PM EDT
    A3.2 I also have "Meme Rules," which are much more interesting than the old boring rules! #sschat
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:33 PM EDT
    Haven't taught Global Stds (but do teach world hist) & have found that Ss & Ts make connections to issues in U.S. hist & cur evnts #sschat
    In reply to @debreese, @rmchurchward
  • classroomtools Aug 7 @ 7:33 PM EDT
    40 years ago this fall, I began my history classes by discussing the launches of the Voyagers and their Golden Records - ... #sschat
    In reply to @bohndrake
  • abrown0712 Aug 7 @ 7:33 PM EDT
    Do you have any tips for using Kami? I just found it the other day and haven't had much time to explore what it can do. #sschat
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • classroomtools Aug 7 @ 7:33 PM EDT
    ... the ultimate time capsules. #sschat
    In reply to @bohndrake
  • JeremyDBond Aug 7 @ 7:33 PM EDT
    This is where a parent crashes your chat and asks whether families are part of the Day 1 picture. šŸ˜‰ Love your discussion. Carry on. #sschat
  • realjohnball Aug 7 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    My @IndianaJones and Jock Lindsey Hangar Bar @DisneySprings inspired classroom. šŸ‘šŸ» #sschat
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    A4: I hope *fingers crossed* to do that w/ one of the PBLs I have brewing in my head. #sschat
  • BusbinsClassAHS Aug 7 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    Late to the show-just getting back from Meet the Teacher...Blake from Auburn and PUMPED for new school year #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    wait, interdisciplinary learning? That's so 2011!! ;) #sschat
    In reply to @bohndrake
  • mcarlstromDR Aug 7 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    Our imperfections all Ss to be comfortable with theirs! #sschat
    In reply to @rmchurchward, @CMS_kryan
  • rmchurchward Aug 7 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    This year my classes are partnering with refugee services in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area to better serve those neighbors in need. #sschat
    • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:33 PM EDT
      Q4 History is happening all around! How can you engage your community this year?#sschat
  • vasocialstudies Aug 7 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    Register for the 51st Annual VCSSE Conference #VCSSE17! Join other VA social studies teachers in Richmond: https://t.co/0TvT3ki8hy #sschat
  • BusbinsClassAHS Aug 7 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    A3) Relationship building-must trust/respect one another before we can engage together in content #sschat
  • MrHistory123 Aug 7 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    Hey #sschat friends! Ben from TX. My novel, Social Studies, is right up your alley. ;) https://t.co/iOOJJRcyhl
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    Don't get me started !!! I was told " I'm only a history teacher " #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    A4.2: Community involvement makes the learning experience more authentic for the kids #sschat
  • 42ThinkDeep - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    Interesting. Sometimes parents are involved in the first few days in an activity to look at perspective. #sschat
    In reply to @JeremyDBond
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    A4 we're planning student run comic con!!!!!! I can't wait! Will benefit our pre-K reading initiative for the community -my planners #sschat
  • MrsWreggs Aug 7 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    A4: going to start civics with #TeachLocal and @icivics Hope to bring in local govt officials! #sschat
  • MrHistory123 Aug 7 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    I "Hulk Out" when I hear this. #sschat
    In reply to @bohndrake, @flipping_A_tchr
  • MsSpearsTweets Aug 7 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    A4 - I am looking to do a neighborhood oral history project related to the Great Migration - how did their family end up here, etc. #sschat
  • embrisbin Aug 7 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    A4: Ss do projects where they interview/engage community members. Ss do current event assignment where they have to discuss w/others.#sschat
  • kwillmann Aug 7 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    A4 Boulder County Latino History Project is incorporating primary sources into classroom lessons. https://t.co/fHtcEbWVyN #sschat
  • Mrneilhistory Aug 7 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    Hi Jeremy! They are a part of the picture every day; when the focus is on the kids the focus is on families too. :) #sschat
    In reply to @JeremyDBond
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    Just checked out iCivics this morning...have a lot more exploring to do but like it so far!! #sschat
    In reply to @MrsWreggs, @icivics
  • classroomtools Aug 7 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    Have you read or heard the book written about them, Murmurs of Earth? https://t.co/OMZJi3E3wg #sschat
    In reply to @kwillmann
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    You wouldn't like Ben when he's angry.... #sschat
    In reply to @MrHistory123, @bohndrake
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    A4- good question ! I'm always trying to find new ways, need to do more of this #sschat
  • debreese Aug 7 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    #sschat - The popular/award winning GHOSTS by Telgemier has serious problems. https://t.co/58kx9wF6to
    • historycomics Aug 7 @ 7:35 PM EDT
      A4 we're planning student run comic con!!!!!! I can't wait! Will benefit our pre-K reading initiative for the community -my planners #sschat
  • Mrneilhistory Aug 7 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    Itā€™s awesome. Youā€™ll love it. #sschat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @MrsWreggs, @icivics
  • judyrichter2001 Aug 7 @ 7:37 PM EDT
    A4 Not really sure. It's a little tougher in World History #sschat
  • JeremyDBond Aug 7 @ 7:37 PM EDT
    Cool! I'm hungry for what my kid does in social studies. It's a prime subject for parental engagement beyond helping with homework. #sschat
    In reply to @42ThinkDeep
  • ChristieNold Aug 7 @ 7:37 PM EDT
    Consider what folks offer your community, too - important to take a strengths-based approach/reciprocal relationship building #sschat
    In reply to @rmchurchward
  • BusbinsClassAHS Aug 7 @ 7:37 PM EDT
    A4) just received @AHF grant to build local history of Civil Rights Movement designed around oral history #sschat
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:37 PM EDT
    #sschat
    In reply to @bohndrake, @flipping_A_tchr
  • FreemanRMS Aug 7 @ 7:37 PM EDT
    The latest Digging for Historical Thinking! https://t.co/42taMvKtu5 Thanks to @glennw98 #historicalthinking #sschat
  • classroomtools Aug 7 @ 7:37 PM EDT
    a4 Bring in veterans to talk with students. Check in with local historical societies. #sschat
  • embrisbin Aug 7 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    A4: Living History Day where students meet, listen to stories of veterans back to WWII. #sschat
  • JeremyDBond Aug 7 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    Hi again! #sschat
    In reply to @mshotspot70_kc
  • dragonmark_101 Aug 7 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    I come from archaeology, where history and science are both important #sschat
    In reply to @bohndrake, @flipping_A_tchr
  • realjohnball Aug 7 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    My @IndianaJones and Jock Lindsey Hangar Bar @DisneySprings inspired classroom. #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    Parental engagement for the win! #sschat
    • JeremyDBond Aug 7 @ 7:37 PM EDT
      Cool! I'm hungry for what my kid does in social studies. It's a prime subject for parental engagement beyond helping with homework. #sschat
      In reply to @42ThinkDeep
  • debreese Aug 7 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    #sschat - Pls add comics by Native writers to your classrooms. https://t.co/oOf5c5kfx8 and https://t.co/KgLvu62OuU
  • classroomtools Aug 7 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    A4 Dig around for a copy of David Weitzman's The Backyard History Book. #sschat
  • GeoJo22 Aug 7 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    We meet parents two days before at Back to School Night. Kind of like speed dating. #sschat
    In reply to @42ThinkDeep, @JeremyDBond
  • highleyjane Aug 7 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    A4) Not sure if this counts, but I'm hoping to take my Ss to the courthouse and sit through a court proceeding. #sschat
  • JeremyDBond Aug 7 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    šŸ‘šŸ½ šŸ˜Š #ptchat #sschat
    • Mrneilhistory Aug 7 @ 7:36 PM EDT
      Hi Jeremy! They are a part of the picture every day; when the focus is on the kids the focus is on families too. :) #sschat
      In reply to @JeremyDBond
  • Mrneilhistory Aug 7 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    You guys are keeping us on our toes today. Never know where the next question is going to come from! ;-) #sschat
  • rmchurchward Aug 7 @ 7:39 PM EDT
    Absolutely. Having spent 2 straight summers in Greece at a refugee camp, this issue is imprinted on my heart. #sschat #weloverefugees
    In reply to @ChristieNold
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:39 PM EDT
    Yess!!!! Why do we isolate ourselves in the subject silos ! I always thought I should have a science T in the room w/ Global Studies #sschat
    In reply to @dragonmark_101, @flipping_A_tchr
  • embrisbin Aug 7 @ 7:39 PM EDT
    I also need to do more. I was excited to see this Q in hopes of good ideas #sschat
    In reply to @bohndrake
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:39 PM EDT
    YES! B/C they need to see it isn't like TV #sschat
    In reply to @highleyjane
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:39 PM EDT
    Hope you've been paying attention to who hasn't tweeted a question yet...! #sschat
    In reply to @Mrneilhistory
  • BusbinsClassAHS Aug 7 @ 7:39 PM EDT
    For those looking to do local history, check out our "How-To" page for launching an oral history project https://t.co/PG6OxGzFpw #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:40 PM EDT
    I did a "Snapshot Autobiog" activity from SHEG two years ago, but it unintentionally excluded/identified adopted kids. Not repeating #sschat
    In reply to @JeremyDBond
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:40 PM EDT
    Just added that to my Pocket account, thanks! #sschat
    In reply to @BusbinsClassAHS
  • ChristieNold Aug 7 @ 7:40 PM EDT
    Cool. I worry about white savior approach/complex - what do you do to prep your Ss? #sschat
    In reply to @rmchurchward
  • mcarlstromDR Aug 7 @ 7:40 PM EDT
    A4)I think 1 of the obstacles, is getting away from ā€œI hate politicsā€ mindset. Present Current Events from a different perspective #sschat
  • WOAPGOV Aug 7 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    A4: Not sure what you mean by "engage" or "community," I think a focus on education is crucial -- lots of engaged, ignorant folks #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    damn right they are! I tweeted cynically b/c my district made a big deal of interdisc planning .. for exactly 1 year. #sschat
    In reply to @dragonmark_101, @bohndrake
  • CMS_kryan Aug 7 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    A4 Not sure yet I am in a new state w/ new curr, new school & new team I am excited about brain storming & working on it though. :) #sschat
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    I give a great Molly Ivins column to my Civics Ss in first week on "I'm just not interested in politics." Would be happy to share! #sschat
    In reply to @mcarlstromDR
  • GeoJo22 Aug 7 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    A4 For second year, planning to take students to local history museum. #sschat
  • abrown0712 Aug 7 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    A3: Day 2 I'm sharing Mandy Harvey's story & her song Try. Want Ss (& me) to focus on growing. #sschat https://t.co/wKM5daxjtJ
  • MrsBeck25 Aug 7 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    A4: I would like more exposure to the Tulsa Race Riots in OK. We do not do nearly enough to recognize the tragedy that occurred #sschat
  • dragonmark_101 Aug 7 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    I went over basic human evolution in the beginning of my world history class #sschat
    In reply to @bohndrake, @flipping_A_tchr
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    Q5 for #sschat: What is your personal self-care resolution? How will you keep yourself healthy & sane in the new school year?
  • JeremyDBond Aug 7 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    Here's what I imagine: Our kids interviewing relatives about a major news event in our lives. Parents, 9/11. Grandparents, JFK. Etc. #sschat
    In reply to @42ThinkDeep
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    Q5 coming up for #sschat !!
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    A4 Hosting community book club & inviting everyone to share with us. 1st šŸ“š: TOWERS FALLING & will be making a flipgrid of memories. #sschat
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    Paging @dankrutka #sschat He's in a meeting right now but he likely has some resources to share.
    In reply to @MrsBeck25, @dankrutka
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    A5: 8 hours sleep every night, workouts 2x a week, walking the dog every night, read every day, and Saturdays are a no-work zone! #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • BusbinsClassAHS Aug 7 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    Wow. That would be incredible for students to take part in. Maybe partner w/ local library to make exhibit or give presentation #sschat
    In reply to @MrsBeck25
  • Mrneilhistory Aug 7 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    We do this. Itā€™s important, meaningful, and impactful for the kids, parents, and for me. #sschat
    In reply to @JeremyDBond, @42ThinkDeep
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    A5: Being better at saying "no" #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    Practiced "self-care Sunday" yesterday! Relaxed, read a book, napped....glorious! #sschat
    • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:42 PM EDT
      Q5 for #sschat: What is your personal self-care resolution? How will you keep yourself healthy & sane in the new school year?
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    A5- I need to simplify and do less somehow. #sschat
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    In OUR lives or the KIDS' lives? #sschat
    In reply to @JeremyDBond, @42ThinkDeep
  • MrRoughton Aug 7 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    A5) Video games and taco bell. #sschat
  • MrsWreggs Aug 7 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    A5: Got my #fitclub already set up to start before school starts! My #fitfriends all over the country keep me honest! #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    (re-using from earlier in the chat, but still appropriate) #sschat
    In reply to @teachermike72
  • JeremyDBond Aug 7 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    Not repeating the activity or not repeating the mistake? Sounds neat if it were inclusive. #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    A5) My husband and I have been talking about this very issue. We both struggle with overwork & stress. :( #sschat
  • 42ThinkDeep - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    That seems like it would work for a modern US course - I teach early US 9th grade and French Rev - today for 11th. Fun idea though #sschat
    In reply to @JeremyDBond
  • mcarlstromDR Aug 7 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    A5)Wait, thatā€™s an option during the school year? LOL I get out with the dogs and take picturesā€¦ As best as I can. #sschat
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    Tried to get a faculty reading group started 2x in past years. Total flop :( #sschat
    In reply to @MsHolmesTeach
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    That's my plan for our #projectLITbookclub! First book is a novel set 15 years after 9/11. #sschat
    In reply to @JeremyDBond, @42ThinkDeep
  • ChristieNold Aug 7 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    Do you talk about whiteness (assuming some of your Ss are White) and microaggressions? #sschat
    In reply to @rmchurchward
  • jess_teerlinck Aug 7 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    A5 - Yoga. Meditation. Remembering that tomorrow is a new day. Making sure I chat with the positive people in my life. #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    Running this out of my enrichment class. Excited about the possibilities! #sschat
    In reply to @teachermike72
  • kwillmann Aug 7 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    A5 bike rides taking photos of abandoned couches. See my twitter photo. #sschat
  • johnsonmaryj Aug 7 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    Icebreaker. Lots of printed primary sources. Each student picks one, explains to a classmate how/why p.s. has personal meaning. #sschat
  • abrown0712 Aug 7 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    A5: My 2017 word is balance b/c during the school year I struggle balancing my work and personal life. #sschat
  • GeoJo22 Aug 7 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    A5 Eat smart, run, and meditate. And read more for pleasure. #sschat
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    I also encourage Ss to discuss what we're studying w/ family/older friends. Helps also to see how what emphasized now differs. #sschat
    In reply to @Mrneilhistory, @JeremyDBond, @42ThinkDeep
  • 42ThinkDeep - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    I'm having a small baby-child. So my goal is to survive the year. #sschat
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    A5.2: Easier said than done. But finding more time to walk the dog, enjoying time w/ family & friends, eating healthier, etc. #sschat
  • CMS_kryan Aug 7 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    A5 Keep a detailed calendar of things on "my plate" and make sure to include some me time. #sschat
  • MsSpearsTweets Aug 7 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    A5 - trying out yoga/meditation, eat better, spend more time with myself w/out working, as well as more time w/friends and family #sschat
  • classroomtools Aug 7 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    Why not have your Ss interview their relatives/adult neighbors about what they know of your class subject from their education? #sschat
    In reply to @42ThinkDeep, @JeremyDBond
  • EduGladiators Aug 7 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    šŸ’„#EduGladiators is BACK Saturday at a {NEW TIME}8amCT/9amETšŸ’„Join us as we talk LEADERSHIP! #sschat #tacedchat #formativechat #ImpactMatters
  • vicpasquantonio Aug 7 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    great point! Word doesn't sit well w/ a lot of folks. Think politics=fighting but lead-free H2O in Flint IS politics #sschat
    In reply to @mcarlstromDR
  • judyrichter2001 Aug 7 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    A5 Not skipping workouts. Actually read for fun. @ScandalABC and @GreysABC #sschat
  • highleyjane Aug 7 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    A5) My annual half is always on the 3rd Sunday of Sept, so I have no choice. My back-2-school self-care = training = therapy. #sschat
  • Mrneilhistory Aug 7 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    Great idea. When families talk history, kids can gain perspective and appreciation that they may not have had before. #sschat
    In reply to @CHitch94, @JeremyDBond, @42ThinkDeep
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    you can save time by doing both simultaneously! #sschat
  • JeremyDBond Aug 7 @ 7:46 PM EDT
    Nice! I'd love that. Maybe I should just assign my daughter something like that. Her great-grandmother's 95. That'd be lost history. #sschat
    In reply to @Mrneilhistory, @42ThinkDeep
  • MrP_Newark Aug 7 @ 7:46 PM EDT
    A1: experimenting with new seating arrangements #sschat
  • BusbinsClassAHS Aug 7 @ 7:46 PM EDT
    A5) joined local gym last yr & committed to doing stationary bike while reading books I want to read-big change already in stress #sschat
  • classroomtools Aug 7 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    Audible books work too! #sschat
    In reply to @BusbinsClassAHS
  • CMS_kryan Aug 7 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    YES! They have to know we are human too. #sschat
    In reply to @rmchurchward
  • Mrneilhistory Aug 7 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    Yes, absolutely talk to Great Grandma as soon as possible. Record the conversation, video if you can, audio if she wonā€™t do video. #sschat
    In reply to @JeremyDBond, @42ThinkDeep
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    A5 reflective blogging at least once a wk (Fri PM), and making more lists so I can cross things off, even if I already did them #sschat #ADD
  • MsSpearsTweets Aug 7 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    A5 - also continue to travel during school breaks. #sschat
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    Oh, definitely encourage her to do a @StoryCorps style interview with her great-grandmother. I need to do this w/ my grandma. #sschat
    In reply to @JeremyDBond, @Mrneilhistory, @42ThinkDeep, @StoryCorps
  • highleyjane Aug 7 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    A5) @Angela_Watson is the Jedi of teacher self-care tips. Check out her podcast. #sschat
  • MrsBeck25 Aug 7 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    Absolutely. I didn't learn about it till College. Most HS just mention it. We need to do better #sschat
    In reply to @BusbinsClassAHS
  • Mrneilhistory Aug 7 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    Will be a great experience for everyone and you and your daughter will cherish that recording. #sschat
    In reply to @JeremyDBond, @42ThinkDeep
  • MrP_Newark Aug 7 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    A2: implementing tablets into my lessons now that we are a 1:1 school. #sschat
  • mcarlstromDR Aug 7 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    I listen to audiobooks and podcasts while running errands/shopping etcā€¦ Itā€™s a good way to keep up and not talk to peopleā€¦ ;-) lol #sschat
    In reply to @classroomtools, @BusbinsClassAHS
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    I like the blog-idea. Might "borrow" it :-) #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • PFHistory Aug 7 @ 7:49 PM EDT
    Keep jogging! Doing it right now! #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • JeremyDBond Aug 7 @ 7:49 PM EDT
    Ours. That may fascinate them the most, what it was like for us to experience it. They're curious anyhow; might as well archive it. #sschat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @42ThinkDeep
  • MrsBeck25 Aug 7 @ 7:49 PM EDT
    I don't teach it anymore. Just a passion of mine to bring more awareness and education about the tragedy to #oklaed #sschat
    In reply to @CHitch94, @dankrutka
  • mcarlstromDR Aug 7 @ 7:49 PM EDT
    Which tablets? @DeerRiverISD317 is a 1:1 iPad school, entering yr 7ā€¦ #sschat
    In reply to @MrP_Newark, @DeerRiverISD317
  • dankrutka - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:49 PM EDT
    A5: I can do social studies 24/7 & love it, but keeping myself sane involves slowing down throughout the day & taking deep breathes. #sschat
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:49 PM EDT
    LOL My weekly grocery run got a lot more tolerable after I started listening to podcasts while doing it. :) #sschat
    In reply to @mcarlstromDR, @classroomtools, @BusbinsClassAHS
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:49 PM EDT
    ....and tweeting! is there anything this woman can't do?! #sschat
    In reply to @PFHistory
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:50 PM EDT
    Wait, wouldn't a StoryCorps-style interview be a cool way to END the school year? #sschat #GettingWayAheadOfMyself
    • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:47 PM EDT
      Oh, definitely encourage her to do a @StoryCorps style interview with her great-grandmother. I need to do this w/ my grandma. #sschat
      In reply to @JeremyDBond, @Mrneilhistory, @42ThinkDeep, @StoryCorps
  • mcarlstromDR Aug 7 @ 7:50 PM EDT
    Iā€™d argue that tweeting with great people like those here, is also a great form of self care! #sschat. Tweeting helps me stayā€¦ energized
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr, @PFHistory
  • JeremyDBond Aug 7 @ 7:50 PM EDT
    Love that idea too. Just hope that interview wouldn't consist of me staring blankly. šŸ˜¬ #sschat
    In reply to @classroomtools, @42ThinkDeep
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:50 PM EDT
    I am a podcast JUNKIE. Have about 40 on my iPod, love them all! Can share titles if interested :) #sschat
    In reply to @CHitch94, @mcarlstromDR, @classroomtools, @BusbinsClassAHS
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    Q6: How can #sschat help you this school year? Are there particular topics, hosts, etc. youā€™d like to see in future chats?
  • MrsBeck25 Aug 7 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    Worst racial riot (aka massacre) in US History, right @dankrutka ? #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr, @CHitch94, @dankrutka, @dankrutka
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    So just watch the news! Oh ... wait .... never mind #sschat
    In reply to @dankrutka
  • DarrenHause Aug 7 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    A4: this #sschat Q got me thinking. My deaf Ss will benefit from community engagement with the general public. the ideas here look great :)
    • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:33 PM EDT
      Q4 History is happening all around! How can you engage your community this year?#sschat
  • drs116 Aug 7 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    I can't keep up w/ all the podcasts I want to listen to (and remain married, that is) #sschat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @CHitch94, @mcarlstromDR, @classroomtools, @BusbinsClassAHS
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    There's always the @StoryCorps Great Thanksgiving listen. https://t.co/KaBFtArnK5 #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr, @StoryCorps
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    Can we quote you on that for future #sschat publications, Matt?
    In reply to @mcarlstromDR, @PFHistory
  • LynnSchedler Aug 7 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    A6 I love having a new topic to add to my PLN - excited to see what gems I can find on #sschat
  • JeremyDBond Aug 7 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    Sounds neat! So in other words, present times. They make this book? #sschat
    In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @42ThinkDeep
  • VisionsOfEd Aug 7 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    Check out our podcast on the first five days of school where we chat with a panel of teachers! https://t.co/vGMlbvZTqM #sschat
  • Mrneilhistory Aug 7 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    Yes absolutely,we interviewed my grandfather before he passed. Several hours of him telling family stories we never would have known #sschat
    In reply to @42ThinkDeep, @JeremyDBond
  • rmchurchward Aug 7 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    Would love to see some #sschat dedicated to lesson and resource sharing. I always LOVE to share and love being shared with!
    • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:51 PM EDT
      Q6: How can #sschat help you this school year? Are there particular topics, hosts, etc. youā€™d like to see in future chats?
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    That actually made me laugh out loud!!!! #sschat
    In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @PFHistory
  • MrsBeck25 Aug 7 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    That's awesome. IMO single most important standard we should be teaching in OK History so we raise Ss to change how we remember it #sschat
    In reply to @dankrutka, @CHitch94, @drn0well
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    A6 more on analytical writing, textual evidence, classroom libraries, lit circles in SS, etc - we are humanities #sschat
  • JeremyDBond Aug 7 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    Fair enough. Worthy experiment. #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • debreese Aug 7 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    #sschat hoped that new YA novel on that would be good, but, nope. https://t.co/upAFKZgu4X
    In reply to @MrsBeck25, @flipping_A_tchr, @CHitch94, @dankrutka
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    We'll be reading TOWERS FALLING by @jewell_p_rhodes. It's great! #sschat #projectLITbookclub
    In reply to @JeremyDBond, @42ThinkDeep, @jewell_p_rhodes
  • MrsWreggs Aug 7 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    A6: anything and everything, especially now that my college class is on Th instead of Mon! #sschat
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    I want to do a Shark Tank for my FBLA chapter as well! #sschat
    In reply to @ShellTerrell, @aromoslawski
  • Mrneilhistory Aug 7 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    We need to discuss doing a better job of explaining why social studies is so important for our children to learn. #sschat
    • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:51 PM EDT
      Q6: How can #sschat help you this school year? Are there particular topics, hosts, etc. youā€™d like to see in future chats?
  • vicpasquantonio Aug 7 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    A5 Self-care is important. I'm going to think about 1 thing that worked for me & share it. It might help to Ts see self-care is OK #sschat
  • BusbinsClassAHS Aug 7 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    A6) be great to get @VVMF to help facilitate session on teaching #VietnamWar w/ @KenBurns new documentary coming out #sschat
  • jess_teerlinck Aug 7 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    A6 - following #sschat is a great way to get new ideas from other ss teachers.
  • MrRoughton Aug 7 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    Seconded. That's the power of this community. #sschat
    In reply to @rmchurchward
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    I know, right?! Now the 'problem' is weeding through them all, because you know you can't implement every cool tweet/idea/suggestion #sschat
    In reply to @embrisbin, @mcarlstromDR, @PFHistory
  • judyrichter2001 Aug 7 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    A6 Anything... I like the surprise every week... #sschat
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    A6: Keep me accountable to self care goals, and keep encouraging collaboration and sharing of successes! #sschat
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    Yes yes! I'm thinking for the industrial revolution #sschat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @ShellTerrell, @aromoslawski
  • 42ThinkDeep - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:54 PM EDT
    Want to give hosting #sschat a try? Submit your application here! https://t.co/zXScXVEed2 Need help? Just ask!
  • highleyjane Aug 7 @ 7:54 PM EDT
    Anybody doing the Preamble Challenge via @CivicsRenewal this year? #sschat @ConstitutionCtr @ConSource @ConPro
  • MsSpearsTweets Aug 7 @ 7:54 PM EDT
    A6 - this year looking forward to ideas about flipping, helping Ss do history, simulations, and good essential questions #sschat
  • MrRoughton Aug 7 @ 7:54 PM EDT
    A6) SS specific gamification ideas would be neat. #sschat
  • JeremyDBond Aug 7 @ 7:54 PM EDT
    I had a family history assignment in high school and audio-recorded my much-younger grandmother then. Search me where it is now tho. #sschat
    In reply to @Mrneilhistory, @42ThinkDeep
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:54 PM EDT
    Great idea!! Wanna work on it together? #sschat
    In reply to @bohndrake, @ShellTerrell, @aromoslawski
  • kwillmann Aug 7 @ 7:54 PM EDT
    A6 Project based teaching ideas #sschat
  • mcarlstromDR Aug 7 @ 7:54 PM EDT
    @mothradio is another great one. @waitwait @Radiolab @ThisAmerLife #sschat
    In reply to @CHitch94, @flipping_A_tchr, @StoryCorps, @mothradio, @waitwait, @Radiolab, @ThisAmerLife
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:54 PM EDT
    A6: My goal is simply do better in participating in #sschat, since I'm done with my Ed.S. #ifmissingtweetme
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    For sure ! #sschat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @ShellTerrell, @aromoslawski
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    I listen while doing household chores... like @VisionsOfEd (as I've already confessed)) #sschat
    In reply to @drs116, @teachermike72, @CHitch94, @mcarlstromDR, @classroomtools, @BusbinsClassAHS, @VisionsOfEd
  • CMS_kryan Aug 7 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    A6 Twitter chats are part of the "me time". I love to share/learn about tech & non-tech resources & strategies. #sschat
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    A6- just keep being awesome #sschat
  • JeremyDBond Aug 7 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    šŸ˜Š #sschat
    In reply to @Mrneilhistory, @42ThinkDeep
  • GeoJo22 Aug 7 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    Way too many communities have stories that need to be told. #sschat
    In reply to @MrsBeck25, @dankrutka, @CHitch94, @drn0well
  • jk_coffee Aug 7 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    Nothing better than to end a chat with lots of tabs open to ideas and resources #sschat
    In reply to @rmchurchward
  • 42ThinkDeep - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    And guess who is a guest in our next episode of @VisionsOfEd? #sschat
    • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:55 PM EDT
      I listen while doing household chores... like @VisionsOfEd (as I've already confessed)) #sschat
      In reply to @drs116, @teachermike72, @CHitch94, @mcarlstromDR, @classroomtools, @BusbinsClassAHS, @VisionsOfEd
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    Well, let's be in touch about it! We're doing Industrial Revolution in early September! #sschat
    In reply to @bohndrake, @ShellTerrell, @aromoslawski
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    I learned a great deal about my great uncles & grandma's family & activities during WWII b/c of son's school project. #sschat
    In reply to @Mrneilhistory, @42ThinkDeep, @JeremyDBond
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    I did that two years ago, should do it again #sschat
    In reply to @highleyjane, @CivicsRenewal, @ConstitutionCtr, @ConSource, @ConPro
  • MrsBeck25 Aug 7 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    Our #oklaed curriculum does a piss poor job in educating our Ss about the truth behind it. #sschat.
    In reply to @dankrutka, @flipping_A_tchr, @CHitch94
  • teachermike72 Aug 7 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    What's that, Jane? Link please? #sschat
    In reply to @highleyjane, @CivicsRenewal, @ConstitutionCtr, @ConSource, @ConPro
  • JeremyDBond Aug 7 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    Hi! Their own eras? Actually, can go in a lot of different directions with that. A sociological perspective of different histories. #sschat
    In reply to @mrterborg, @classroomtools, @42ThinkDeep
  • highleyjane Aug 7 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    A6) Keep on keeping on! Don't care if you repeat topics. What's old is still new since I'm still a twitter newbie. #sschat
  • DarrenHause Aug 7 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    A4: I aim to get good 8+ hours of sleep every night, heh #sschat
    • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:42 PM EDT
      Q5 for #sschat: What is your personal self-care resolution? How will you keep yourself healthy & sane in the new school year?
  • mcarlstromDR Aug 7 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    A6)Iā€™d be curious to know how many states have a group like @SocialStudiesMN to support social studies education and SS teachers? #sschat
  • bohndrake Aug 7 @ 7:57 PM EDT
    Ok, I don't do it til the end of the year but at least it's still in my mind ! #sschat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @ShellTerrell, @aromoslawski
  • classroomtools Aug 7 @ 7:57 PM EDT
    I made up this game to help students think about changes brought by the IR. https://t.co/hBexpqNM87 #sschat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @bohndrake, @ShellTerrell, @aromoslawski
  • kwillmann Aug 7 @ 7:57 PM EDT
    A6 Teacher shortage #sschat
  • JeremyDBond Aug 7 @ 7:57 PM EDT
    I'll have to see if they know about that book. Thanks! #sschat
    In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @42ThinkDeep, @jewell_p_rhodes
  • MrsBeck25 Aug 7 @ 7:57 PM EDT
    Absolutely! #sschat
    In reply to @GeoJo22, @dankrutka, @CHitch94, @drn0well
  • Mrneilhistory Aug 7 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    Still good that you did it. One of the things that is an advantage now with phones, much easier to record and save. #sschat
    In reply to @JeremyDBond, @42ThinkDeep
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    @Chucktaft is really helpful for essential questions - and many other things SS related. :) #sschat
    In reply to @MsSpearsTweets, @Chucktaft
  • JeremyDBond Aug 7 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    I'm sure. And let's face it, none of us need wait for a school project. #sschat
    In reply to @CHitch94, @Mrneilhistory, @42ThinkDeep
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    I don't even get that much sleep during summer vacation! Guess that means my sleep habits are not school-related.... #sschat yay?
    • DarrenHause Aug 7 @ 7:56 PM EDT
      A4: I aim to get good 8+ hours of sleep every night, heh #sschat
      • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:42 PM EDT
        Q5 for #sschat: What is your personal self-care resolution? How will you keep yourself healthy & sane in the new school year?
  • drs116 Aug 7 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    Any #modelUN advisers out there? #sschat
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • MrP_Newark Aug 7 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    A3: Thinking about doing a "digital video quilt". @hiphughes on YouTube came up with it #sschat
  • vicpasquantonio Aug 7 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    A6 #sschat addresses so many diverse topics. I love that about this group. So I guess I'm looking forward to what's new on the horizon.
  • MsHolmesTeach Aug 7 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    Glad to hear someone else is an 8+ hour sleeper! #nightnight #sschat
    In reply to @DarrenHause
  • flipping_A_tchr Aug 7 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    Go to sleep now! #sschat #tryingtohelp
    In reply to @teachermike72, @CHitch94
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Aug 7 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Join @Katie_USHMM and #sschat next week to discuss Talking Tactics for Teaching WWII and the Holocaust.