#TLAP Archive
#TLAP is a weekly chat for educators who embrace author, keynote speaker, and moderator David Burgess' approach of teaching like a pirate. Burgess is author of Teach Like A PIRATE: Increase Student Engagement, Boost Your Creativity, and Transform Your Life as an Educator and co-author of P is for PIRATE: Inspirational ABC’s for Educators.
Monday May 2, 2016
Trying again to with and tonight! Atchison, KS middle sch. science!
Welcome to ! Tell us WHO you are, WHERE you're from, WHAT you teach & @ mention your "date" (who invited you) https://t.co/dULUP5iuAr
So excited to host tonight!! I'm Stephanie Filardo I teach HS SPED math in the tiny town of Sullivan, outside St Louis, Missouri
Welcome to PROM Night at ! Special thanks to for hosting...and the great theme idea!!
Hi ! I am Kristin from Lansing, MI. I teach 6th grade ELA and SS.
Maybe we can have a and mashup this summer!
every monday 8PM Eastern, and yes! feel free to join , starting right now!
Steph, Lone star state, Comm. Coordinator... is my date...woo-hoo!
K (soon to be 2nd grade) teacher here from Central Illinois here with
. Thanks for letting me steer the ship...I kinda feel like I pirated it from you though!
4th grade teacher in Sioux Falls, SD
Laura from NJ, teacher resource specialist for technology. Just came to lurk for a bit. No date. :)
Hello friends! Jennifer, from Moore, Oklahoma, 1st grade!😀
Hello everyone! I'm Abe, MS Administrator in NC.
Wendy, pirate prof in MN. Had no idea about the prom theme BUT my date is ! Thanks Steph!!! 😊
Hi! Michelle Nelson - 3rd Grade Teacher in Sioux Falls, SD - hoping to have a bunch of dates from
Going to try and hang with tonight. Matt Hollowell, Computer Lab Teacher, Tennessee. Coming in stag tonight.
Happy to all my friends. Jay, elem. principal from NJ - permission to board
Hey. I am Beth from Dripping Springs TX
Arrrr I'm Stefanie sailing in from Peoria, IL & I teach 2nd grade!
Tisha Richmond HS Culinary teacher, Medford OR. Jumping in after chat tonight.
Denis, k-12 Math Supervisor and soon to be published author with DBC Looking forward to a great chat!
Hey ! Damien, 5th Grade Teacher from PA
Grace, 3rd grade teacher from Texas.
Yay! Glad you are here, Holly!
What's up, ? Happy Monday from, MO!!! High School AP, and lover of learning & prom!!!
Hey friend...happy to see you :) Wanna' dance later?! https://t.co/fjSg3mYmBi
Happy to all my friends. Jay, elem. principal from NJ - permission to board
Greetings! Catherine from Fresno CA. Current S to soon be Eng T. 1st chat and it's PROM!
I'm Rachelle, Span/French T frm Pittsburgh, also teach culture course, invited :) weekly chat cant miss
Hi gang. High School Teacher Librarian in CA. Doing this prom stag....but there are perks to that ;)
awesome! which book? ? or ?
ESE lead teacher, public title I all boys middle school tampa florida.
Ahoy there maties! I'm Stacy, a 4th grade teacher in Peoria, IL
join us in this fast paced chat, Teach Like A Pirate
Hi, I'm Joelee, a preservice Elementary and Special Ed teacher at Grove City College in PA
good evening, - michael from columbus, OH, middle school teacher (math, science, ELA)
Hey Gang! Matt from Atl, Ga. 8th Gr. US History & Govt here. Back to school after our Spring Break...How y'all doing?
Hello I can't wait to dance. I've never been to prom before https://t.co/tQSlt10uSp
Hey friend...happy to see you :) Wanna' dance later?! https://t.co/fjSg3mYmBi
Happy to all my friends. Jay, elem. principal from NJ - permission to board
I hope you enjoy lurking tonight :)
Hi everyone! I'm Mackenzie, a pre-service T from Grove City College, PA!
K-5 and lead learner of in Central Illinois
Save a dance for me, C. https://t.co/gBNWIRFgxR
Hey Gang! Matt from Atl, Ga. 8th Gr. US History & Govt here. Back to school after our Spring Break...How y'all doing?
Hello from OK! Amy Presley, resident "Pirate" at OK's largest high school checking in after a great JROTC event
Wow! Great group forming at the prom tonight!! So wish I had more than a phone and wasn't on the run!
We just had out prom last Saturday and our students were a CLASS ACT! They had a ball and so did I!
Elijah Gersims, pre-service secondary ed. major at Grove City College! Nice to meet you all!
8th year going to Prom w/ my husband who teaches ceramics at my HS and this year I'm advisor so I'm planning! https://t.co/6QzbysuWMF
Becky from wauconda, IL, k-5 STEM (LEGO robotics)
Are you heading to prom tonight? :) Woo hoo!
Prom?....Oh man...What did I get myself into tonight?
Title "Instant Relevance: Using Today's experiences in tomorrow's lessons." Infusing life, exper, media...to connect to Ss now
Yay! A fellow Missourian! Welcome
I wish I knew it was prom night - I have a co-worker that is ALL IN for
What uuuuuuuuuup ! Josh from MO, 6th/7th grade ELA teacher
Cathie from South Dakota, 4th grade Can't wait to get dressed up for prom tonight - wish i had an old pic from 1999 to share
I taught in Lake Forest for 13 years! Great to see another NSC member!
this seems like it's going to be a fun chat! i am an el ed/special ed major from PA
Q1: Any PROM takes some good planning! Let's give those new to some advice and answer questions they have! https://t.co/CFUEiJj474
that's my home town! You a native or transplant?
What I would have given to be part of this community back in college. You are SO lucky!
Questions will be in images tonight. If you are new, your response should start with A1: and include hashtag . Let's get started!
Jennalee Kwezi, Houston Texas world history...hi everyone!
As long as no Prom pics involved, that would be scary..funny, but scary the 80s hair
You have some swagger & a white hat that you can wear!
I'm a huge dance lover so I don't know how long my feet can take. Let's make Prom memorable shall we😃🙌🏻💃
Thank you, excited to be here!! What part of MO?
When aren't you on the run dave? pirate in demand
looks like a lot of Ts here in tonight!
Matt, 4th grade teacher from Des Plaines, IL
with finals around the corner, I don't feel too lucky ;) but everything else is good haha
A1: Advice! 1) Don't feel like you have to answer every question it's ok to reply/add to another idea. 2) Don't forget the HASHTAG!
Adam from MO. Elementary Assistant Principal.
Whoop Whoop, I love it!!! I am currently in Cape G, MO
Think I might have to bust out w/ my tacky prom pics from last yr.
Nicole from NJ. K-5 Reading Specialist
Hello Pirates! Tracy, 6th gr T from MA jumping in a bit late.
Meg, EA from DeForest, WI. Heard speak at our DeFo inservice this past fall and was blown away! Student teaching in fall
Howdy! Jr. high Spanish teacher here in Texas! Excited to learn from y'all 😉
A1: Definitely use TweetDeck to manage all the conversations. It's effective & simple way to keep you from missing anything
Beth, 2nd grade Dripping Springs
A1: don't get stressed if you can't quite keep up, get what you can & go back later for more
A1 use Twitter chats to improve your craft and provide an awesome learning community for your Ss
A1 Don't be afraid to lurk. Twitter can be really busy, especially . Find a few good hashtags and just take it in for a while.
A1: Since when do these chats exist? Because I have turned into a total chat lover.
A1: Use Tweetdeck and set up a separate column for right next to your mentions! Also, you can add a column for to see ?'s
Hello friends. Popping in to say hello. I'm happy to have as my prom date
Hello friends. Popping in to say hello. I'm happy to have as my prom date
a1: don't worry about just lurking. use tweetdeck and join in with a friend to explain it!
A1: Sometimes jug "lurking" and following along is a great way to start- sometimes the water is choppy & it's hard to paddle along
A1: Use tweet deck and don't be too intimidated to speak up!
4th grade teacher in MA. First chat for me and so excited to come to the prom!!
Kristin, teaching 7th grade science in MA. Ready for Prom.
A1: Forget boring district-level professional development when you can get "Personal Development" & connect w Ts with Twitter chats!
a1 I use when I have my laptop and when i'm on my tablet.
It's never too late to crash a prom!
A1: Use Tweet deck! It turns on the disco lights on rapid fire and lets you manage your tweets more effectively!
A1: new to , but I've participated in other twitter chats. Be engaging! Reply to others' tweets w/ questions, comments, & encouragement
A1 Don't worry about catching EVERYTHING...you can always creep back through later!
Tweetdeck is the bomb. Definitely nice to have twitter buddies in the building.
A1 don't lurk, don't apologize. Start the waltz. It's fine if it's not perfection. We embrace F.A.I.L.
Yes! I have 2 computers with TweetDeck up right now! https://t.co/1yPrqbjQy9
A1: Definitely use TweetDeck to manage all the conversations. It's effective & simple way to keep you from missing anything
A1: sometimes just lurking & following along is a nice start- these waters can be choppy & treading water can be hard
A1: You don't have to read everything now, your answers matter, and tweetdeck is the best in organizing.
A1: If you can read and think about every comment posted in a Twitter chat...You must be a god or something. Catch what you can :)
Come on! We want to see that
A1: Start simple. One chat at a time using Tweetchat, TweetDeck, or https://t.co/mWvrOH7QDQ to keep things organized.
A1: Just "Keep scrolling" like "keep swimming" in Nemo...and don't forget to use hashtag in your responses!
A1: Start simple. One chat at a time using Tweetchat, TweetDeck, or https://t.co/7aEJiU2rwv to keep things organized.
be yourself here. tell your stories. We love them and want to share and use them everyday
Thanks! This is my second (my first was the past hour) twitter chat and they go SO fast!!!
I just helped a fellow educator setup Tweetdeck tonight to help her with chats & scheduling Tweets
A1: Invite friends! It's not fun to dance alone! You can learn together and grow your PLNs collaboratively!
A1: TWEETDECK is an absolute MUST! :) Also it's ok if you aren't ready to tweet out...read and grow your PLN! Join when you're ready
For sure! I can't handle a chat without it! :) https://t.co/03xuBimEhq
A1: Definitely use TweetDeck to manage all the conversations. It's effective & simple way to keep you from missing anything
I agree. And you can always review archives or hashtags later to see what you may have missed.
A1 make sure to follow those in the chat to build your network. Esp those in your area
A1: I keep a sticky on my computer of chats I like to join & when they are so I don't forget about them.
So glad to have you with us!!
A1) Advice: Follow those whose ideas and thoughts speak to you, inspire you; Build your PLN w/passionate educators!
is in the same vein, focuses more on ss empowerment, where is more T awesomeness Both good!
A1: Have snacks on hand. There's no time to stop to head to the fridge!
Dan from Sioux Falls SD. Instructional coach.
A1 New to Twitter, to --lurking or whatever you're doing...JUST DO IT. When you connect YOU, your Ss & PLN benefit.
A1: Take it slow, ask questions, lurk, don't be afraid to have a voice, don't be overwhelmed, & most importantly HAVE FUN & LEARN
A1: Find T's that teach the same subject/grade or have the same passion in their profile...Then go from there
A1 don't hesitate to jump in answer and respond to comments!
A1 Join in whenever, get the tweetdeck going, pick up some ideas, read through, step by step, enjoy conversation
Always welcome, Tracy! No pass needed.
A1: Participate with friends beside you! :)
Currently sitting with a couple of my friends doing the chat together!
A1: Don't feel like you have to read every response. Scan and pick what you can. Find people to follow. Retweet what you like
A1: You don't need to engage in every tweet. Sometimes catching 1 or 2 ideas in the clutter of a chat is enough
We are glad you made it over to
Angie from SD...hello friends. I'm ready to dance, or board. Or both.
A1: Share the chat love! Share what you have learned tongs. My principal says they laugh first but then they copy
A1: curate your PLN (Professional Learning Network). Don't just follow everyone; be patient,follow those that are your interest areas
My Tweetdeck has whatever chat I'm active in right next to my notifications so I can follow both of them easier.
A1 Get a school or grade level/content area hashtag in the building and use it to share and collaborate with your peeps. Start small.
goes too fast to read/respond to it all! Especially if you dumb like me and do multiple chats at once!
A1: Chats are an amazing way to build a community of passionate educators! Lurk at first if moves too fast. Tweet deck is awesome!
Do not be afraid to dive into this twitter community head first. The water's great and you'll be refreshed https://t.co/vLTAi7dxoP
Yes we are all dancing here tonight anyway!
Yes! Except PD, of course! ;)
Great idea for current Ts!!
aren't you always on the run? Or better yet, sailing the seas!
A1 You won't blow up the system by tweeting correctly/incorrectly. Don't be hesitant to connect w/ people outside of your "area".
amen - when someone replies right to me it's nice that it stands out
A1: It's OK to be a wall-flower as long as you are tapping your foot to the music!!
I know know what the means!!! Learning something new tonight!!
Question 2 coming up in 1 minute!
Looks like we are talking Twitter tonight on . My favorite PLN tool! Greg from Northwest Indiana. Jumping in with Q2
A1: my first time in this group, and only on Twitter a month. Learning quickly! Glad to be here.
A1: Share the chat love! Tell others what you have learned. My principal says they laugh first but then they copy
A1 Even if you intend to lurk, you'll be surprised how easy it is to comment or retweet. Friendly faces are everywhere!
A1: I'm going against the norm...tweetdeck is running 2 fast so I went back to my phone. The is going so fast it's making me dizzy. 😁😜
A1: Also, "like" tweets that you want to go back to, or, my FAVE: use to save the amazing resources you'll see!
A1: tweet deck is a must. Use Twitter and Twitter chats to connect with amazing educators and find tons of resources.
A1b is intense. The fastest moving chat I've seen. Don't worry if you can't catch it all....
I love the prom theme tonight! I can rock out metaphors all night long with this one!
Looking for short news stories for Ss to read while doing green screen videos. Anyone have resources or suggestions?
oh, it would be a shock to the system!
welcome to twitter! I've only been around for a few months, but it's a great place for collaboration
so true! But in town and on the run tonight.
JD from Syracuse A1 enjoy this powerful tool in ways you can understand. Small steps here can be a huge change for you
does tweet deck work on a smart phone? I haven't used it.
Definitely lurk - I like that word!
This just changed my life. Wow, thanks!!
Good advice. It's like fishing -- there's many fish in the lake but you don't need to catch em all. The right fish works
My Twitter chats started with a class I took by . Her class was an eye opener. Don't regret it even if it was stressful
Q2: Promposals are all the rage! This one is about how you connected on social media & how you connect others https://t.co/Ao18dvZNwy
Seems unanimous...tweetdeck it is. I'll have to try it out. I've been using hootsuite to manage
A1 I have the same advice for Twitter & Museums-you can't see it all in a visit: look first & follow what interests you at your pace!
there is so much to learn just from reading everyone's tweets! this is the quickest moving Twitter chat I have ever experienced
How does prom work?! I've never done a chat before!
Woohoo!! Glad it helped!!
A1: There is nothing wrong with being a wallflower or jumping into the middle of the chat and do the worm. The choice is yours.
Mike from MD, . Trying to follow, computer should be thrown off the plank tonight.
PD is the best! No "snooze" topics here. All about engagement & getting Ts excited about the Teaching & Learning process
hello!! I should have known the pettitgrew pirates would be here tonight!
Find your beat and join when you're comfortable! But know that once you join, you'll have trouble stopping! https://t.co/S3rcXoZ6gw
A1: It's OK to be a wall-flower as long as you are tapping your foot to the music!!
a2 share an idea you learn from twitter chat. point out a few helpful #
A1 Don't be afraid to jump in!
I learned so much by doing that in a few chats, including this one
welcome. It can be overwhelming
Stalk away...I stalk over 1500 people :) Legally of course!
Welcome to the best PD ever!!
You get an A+ for themed responses!!
A2: Social media has a bad connotation with many. I prefer to involve rather than invite. Just like teaching it's about relationships
I love tweeting from my phone too! Do what works for you!😀
A2: work with them to create and be involved in social media! Go to twitter chats w/ them!
A1: Share your chat expereinces with others. I love when people say "wow thats so cool. You join that?" It makes me feel important
A1: those new to Twitter and Twitter chats--you will find everyone is so willing to share and help. It's great!
A2: If people do not see the benefit, they may not come back for more. Need to encourage others and show them how powerful it can be.
A2 Coach small group or 1:1 during a chat. Model & talk them through it during a live tweet up. -in-numbers builds confidence
A2: people say I'm creative (& of course I am & also wonderful), but showing off the great ideas from social media is a good hook
First I've heard of . I'll have to check it out!
Glenn from Michigan joining late
awesome! My first teaching gig was 8th grade at Edison
A2: Best thing we can do to connect people on Soc. Media us to share ideas and ask for feedback in making "our" teaching better
Great way to think about it!
A2: I share ideas that I found here all the time, but don't say "it's from twitter" until they ask. It's the reveal that hooks them in
A1: don't be afraid to chime in. You have something to contribute. Have confidence in yourself.
That's a good one. I plan this summer doing some kind of poster with all chats I've joined https://t.co/q0AKj1j1EL
A1: I keep a sticky on my computer of chats I like to join & when they are so I don't forget about them.
I prefer if I'm on my iphone
Just be prepared for to ask you to dance tonight. He doesn't stand for wallflowers
Dan's SO right! Such a positive find in Ts on Twitter https://t.co/BAKZmlZrlg
A1: those new to Twitter and Twitter chats--you will find everyone is so willing to share and help. It's great!
Just jumping in to use Tweetdeck and phone app
A2: Show them that it's not a complete waste of time and make engaging w/ social media a fun experience! ,
A2 Get them interested by including them. Tweet out their stuff and show them reactions. Tag them in posts. Show the power of the PLN
A2: I constantly start conversations w/ I saw on Twitter or in last night's Twitter chat...You have to hook them!
A2: Find the right hashtags for them based on interests! Hashtags unlock all the treasures!
good to see you! Hope the class is going well.
A2: Get them to want to connect and provide incentive to do so until they experience the benefits! https://t.co/W5QmPr9r96
A2 it can make the difference between a yes an a no. I usually tell people to tweet as much or a little as they want. Lurking is okay!
A2: I saw a lot of Ts using it at a conference, so I went back to it & never looked back Now I take other Ts to EdCamp & intro Twitter
A2: share with colleagues how many ways Chats like have given you tips to use the very next day!
A2: social media can be scary if new to it, & great chats R overwhelming, so let them know this & take small steps
A2: Quality of quantity. I only use my Twitter for educational purposes for me, our staff, & students. It's all about my PLN
A2) Connected during and began checking out chats; found so many enthusiastic Ts; Chats inspire me today; get ideas every day
A2 We've found live tweeting in a group helps newbies navigate the waters. Builds relationships too!
a2 I had my friends join our school PD during school to show the power of edu chats got about 15 sign up ASAP
A2:invite to join you in a topic they are interested in
With a hook like prom, you bet!
A2 Let them ask the question. Often, the answer is twitter & Burgess team. How do I lean more? How do I do x? How do I get known?
Remember, dance by yourself is possible but it takes 2 people to build a relationship & be creative.
A2: REALLY helps to give a 1 on 1 guided tour and show them all of the resources available in the best hashtags. Don't preach...show!
A2: I got Ps & families checking Twitter more by sometimes having ? Ss can answer! Gamifiy the experience
We are so glad you found us!! Welcome to
A2: keeping it small with colleagues can ease the uncertainty gap
A2: tell colleagues how POSITIVE Twitter edu chats are; I find it to be empowering how positive and helpful we all are
That's a great way for new Ts to get comfortable. If they're alone, they'll get frustrated & close out.
A2 I think the friendships and connections are so alluring. It is nice to share and learn in an environment of caring like-minded ppl
A2: When ready, I introduce what a chat is, what tweetdeck looks like, and how to manage all the new great ideas!
Live tweeting meetings is a great intro. We do that a lot and it's powerful. Also reflective chats at the end of PD
yes! Conferences can really wrap people in
Use Two columns for and you can have one always at the top, keep the other so you can scroll up https://t.co/PGsKaLkqNn
A1: I'm going against the norm...tweetdeck is running 2 fast so I went back to my phone. The is going so fast it's making me dizzy. 😁😜
A2: let them know how easy it is, what they can gain from it, and how you can help get them started. Who could refuse that?
A2: I am continually sharing w/ other Ts how much I learn on twitter. Many simply don't know how much treasure can be found here!
A2: it's important to invite Ts so they know they are supported in this online community! Ts coming together is powerful!
I'm going to own this as a victory already https://t.co/LDjSMS05ch
A1b is intense. The fastest moving chat I've seen. Don't worry if you can't catch it all....
A2 Persistence, encouragement, take the lead, sometimes your date needs to hold your hand 😉
A2 give extra points for participating in Twitter! We just had a competition and the kids loved it!
A2: Teaching and learning together. Sharing ideas, projects, & dreams. Developing an awesome PLN
definitely since people have different comfort levels
When I find a great resource on Twitter, I don't tell Ts about it. I email them the actual Tweet & not the resource itself
A2 SHOW them the anatomy of a good tweet BEFORE a chat.
Never checked out before. Might as well try something new.
A2 The personality is in the presentation, be yourself when inviting colleagues to Twitter chats like ! https://t.co/F0HCFnG0t8
A2: sit with them and show the power of Twitter and help to ease their anxiety of entering such a big world! Provide hashtags for them.
When they see how other people are sharing resources from sessions you can't attend - it's a powerful selling point
so so so so true! Many have no idea what they are missing!
A2 it's the best when u meet u Twitter friends @ conferences! Met
A2: I'm hoping to conduct a Twitter Lunch & Learn to share the best FREE professional development.
I am always sharing ideas with my teachers, trying to introduce them to new things. They teach me constantly
Next question coming up in 1 minute!
A2: Need to remind people periodically to stay with Twitter. Some join for a bit and then lapse off.
Angie, elem. media specialist from NC jumping in late tonight.
A2: FREE professional development!
Something new, something GREAT!!! :-)
Hey everyone! Jumping in late. Glad to be here. Molly from NY
Yes! Ease the anxiety with coffee and colleagues.
A2 people want to feel like they fit in. Using social media in a welcoming way gives people a chance to take a risk. That simple
What a great idea to get Ts connected. Jean days work eveytime :)
A2: pass out your tweetdeck video (I can't find it)
This may be my new go to thing with teachers. Great idea! https://t.co/exTDDBoiNz
When I find a great resource on Twitter, I don't tell Ts about it. I email them the actual Tweet & not the resource itself
Emily, HS Teacher, sorry I'm late.
A2 quick 5min twitter chat tutorial I did last Monday https://t.co/bIILElOgrg =)
For anyone who might think they're difficult =)
A2: I have lead PD at my school on the value of twitter and show them how to get started!
A2: I've tried to drum up interest by sharing sites, articles, tech, etc. I've found and told them where to find more like it.
Great idea; also I would like to try a "slowchat" w/in your school with a unique hashtag for Ts to try it
Yeah, make it an essential part of the day. I tag others often in my posts when I see something relevant for them
yes! Showing value can take things to new levels
I like it! Shows the power of twitter!
GREAT MINDS THINK ALIKE! Just sent it out =)
I'm excited to learn something new tonight
A2: explain to Ts that tweet deck allows them to customize their world and read what they want to read about. Resources comes to them!
Oh my gosh...one of my favorite shows. :-)
A2: Tech shares using , we've done a couple of Twitter challenges to get people signed up and Tweeting too.
I'd do the same thing at a bar after work, but I'm afraid mixing alcohol & Twitter is a bad idea.
A2: Fast chats almost helped me though because it taught me how to manage it all
A2: started a schoolwide chat!
A2: Make your input personal, genuine, & brief. Ask for help & search for others that bring out joy & for those that challenge you
A2: Sometimes we preach to the choir. How to get newbies to stay with Twitter can be harder
A2 Show/tell them "Oh the people you'll meet if you'll only tweet" right PLNs improve campus cultures, one at a time.
Permission to share on my blog...I will definitely give credit!!
a3 got me going at a conference. Never looked back!
A3: Ha! My high school english teacher (turned colleague) asked me. Of course I said yes!
watched ur tweet deck video on YouTube it was great!! Thanks!
A3: Tech of Instruction with ! (follow her!) She had us make a professional twitter and showed us the ropes!
A3: 2 yrs ago I had an unused twitter account. At invited me to live tweet for my first , haven't looked back!
More excuses to wear jeans? https://t.co/SbC03WJYTa
What a great idea to get Ts connected. Jean days work eveytime :)
A3: is our Ed Tech professor.. we were assigned to get twitter for the class and I ended up loving it!
A3: introduced me to Twitter
There are lots of educators who want to dance...sometimes they are just waiting to be asked! Get them connected! Reach out!
I got to do that too. Made me realize how much I've utilized twitter for my PLN in the last couple of years.
A3: I learned about twitter at 2 yrs ago in Austin, TX. My PLN has grown exponentially since then!
Love Twitter Challenge. I think I'm going to use that next year.
A3: seduced me into the Twitter!
so true! Relationships form at different levels
A3: Read Mark Barnes; realized , found power in like minds
Yes tagging and including hashtag is helpful; then the person checks notifications
A2: So many of my conversations start with, "I read on twitter...."
First & my computer freezes. Now disconnected and unable to keep up. Kinda sounds like my actual prom 20 yrs ago. Y'all have fun!
we need to encourage safe risks
A3 I am a 1st year teacher, I was told Ts have great discussions here. Best advice I've gotten!
A3: I was introduced to the power of Twitter , I've never looked back!
A3: I read an article that had 60 some odd ways to use Twitter in the classroom & I thought...hmm I could do that..then I found
I've had an unused twitter acct for years. This is an assignment & it's opened up a whole new world!
A3 I led a session during summit and Dianne tweeted, and it all started aftr that :)
A3: Had a good friend show me the merits of it and then stumbled on chat and then ! The rest is history!
Q3: Encouraged to test the waters during a book study class - now I'm lurking every Monday night! Thx
A3) Met a T who told me how she never used twitter until she realized really smart people were having convos w/out her. Spoke to me 2!
A2: love sharing how Ts make global connections/learn from each other global language Ts-help them build their PLN
A3 started a book study class and added it as a requirement...so glad he did! :)
Not sure that line really works to get newbies on; they need to find the value themselves
A3: I attended a workshop and inspired me to join Twitter so I could follow her and learn more!
A4 As part of my LIS 635 class I had to try out Twitter. I've been hooked every since. My PLN has grow. I love learning from others.
A3: joined last month bc we are reading for a school wide book club and my principal suggested we all join
A3 told me 2share my passions &so I did -now published by PBS &teaching at comicons! Life is great! https://t.co/KR6Z2DrxZI
That was awesome! I love to hold live at events!
A3: I think it happened when I was told to read TLAP that I got involved in Twitter Then asked to lead a chat...it was a blast :)
A2: Helps to tag colleagues on tweets that are relevant to them.
A3 brought the Twitter light to -- things will never be the same. Hopelessly hooked now. Thanks, Beth!
A3: I got hooked with this chat. So many awesome things happening around the globe. Energizes me and makes me want to be better.
A3: I got hooked with this chat. So many awesome things happening around the globe. Energizes me and makes me want to be better.
A3:Joined twitter.Did nothing. Heard at and he said, get on twitter.Greatest personal PD. Followed him. History
I'm a Twitter junkie b/c of ! Love knowing & collaborating w/ this amazing educator & great big sis!
A3: Attended an Admin Academy on improving communication. Signed up and have been hooked since.
Yes indeedy prom date!!!! Many don't know yet! We are changing that right ? 😊👍🏼
credit to you for taking the opportunity and making the most of it!
A3: Started using it when I created my book blog a few years back and then began using it for school.
A3 a professor MADE me join twitter. class made me own twitter. Send new twitters her way.
yeah! The energy here is always a great reason to
A3 Had a stagnant account until a pirate pal assured me that Twitter was a game changer.Moving to STJ & being connected was essential.
Fantastic! Thank whoever gave that assignment to you!
A3 I joined when I signed up for Teachers Write w/ . Lurked and have been hooked since
Q: stands for what? Thanks
A4: loving the Twitter as class assignment!
A3 read some pirate book by this guy named Dave.
Obviously is a very wise woman. The connections and resources here are second to none.
A3 My involvement started with a class I took last semester. I was required to follow 10 educators per week. Then educators followed
Our professor, introduced us to the use of Twitter for ed!
A3: I was introduced at a conference and took a risk and joined a chat...then I was hooked
my professor did the same- but I ended up loving it!
So sorry! I hope you can get back in Did we break the internet
A3 My 18 yr old daughter suggested twitter. Shared how much she'd learned & connected over Twitter. more than following celebrities!
Is there a resource/video related to this phrase? If so, please share! Thx.
and I'm so glad you decided to pick up the torch and carry on!
A3) Was dabbling in twitter but connections were forged through the and groups. The rest is history!
A3) Was dabbling in twitter but connections were forged through the and groups. The rest is history!
A3-Originally started to market my music, but quickly realized how many great ideas were shared I could use for my own classroom!
Love hearing that professors are getting classes on Twitter
A3 I learned about it at one year. I wanted to be just as cool as the other people. Not sure it worked. https://t.co/HkUNjscJxG
a3: went to a presentation at presented by - he did an amazing job explaining & held an that evening
A3 My professor told me "Twitter has FREE resources for you". I have been seeing that ever since. So proud to be here.
I'm missing prom! I better hurry up and get my party dress on! 😁
A 3: Invite from pirates. Pettigrew pirates dance to the beat!
A3:talking to coworkers about the power of Twitter. Great way to collaborate and learn from others
it's fantastic! is the bomb :)
This gave me goosebumps. This is why I wanted to do this chat! Thank you for joining us tonight! https://t.co/AcQgU4uf6D
I've had an unused twitter acct for years. This is an assignment & it's opened up a whole new world!
I'm in - Tweet for Jeans - What a deal!
they may just be waiting for their 'song.' Make sure the content or topic is paired to their needs! Personalize it!
A3: One of the best ways to get engaged is at an Educational Conference in the twitter backchannel.
find , she's posting the ?s
A3: Dave spoke at our school. He's infectious...who doesn't want to teach like that?
A3: My beautiful and talented wife & follower got me hooked a few months back! It's been awesome!
Ha!! Well the consolation is that you may have just had the best tweet of the night!
A3:Heard about the effectiveness of Twitter at a conference. Got to meet who inspired me & showed how effective it can be
A2b my daughter encouraged me to use hashtags to find and connect with other educators.
A3: I'm a little late to game! My district started a chat and I enjoyed it so I started checking out more this chat is why I read
wait - is the class assignment to love Twitter? Q2 Do I get 💯?
It was a session title by and https://t.co/NeZ7YrWoNI
Is there a resource/video related to this phrase? If so, please share! Thx.
We need to create a verb for what he does. Because it certainly isn't speaking lol
I plan using Twitter with my Ss in the future. I love it! Ts that don't use it are missing out. Want 2 spread word with my colleagues
I was the same way. Ts need a real reason to be here & to connect. "It's awesome" is not a real reason. Explain Why.
A3: read and world hasn't been he same since.
A3 My 1st chat was ! Jumped in one day, and I was HOOKED! ;)
This night is just flying by...Q4 coming up in 1 minute!
Yes, that is what I do as a professor, but then hear from teachers Twitter is blocked in their schools
A3: Thanks to who introduced me to and my first live chat. "Gonna have to face it, we're addicted to ." 🎶 😊
A3: Thanks to who introduced me to and my first live chat. "Gonna have to face it, we're addicted to ." 🎶 😊
look at that! Perfect tweet for this week's challenge!
agree a3 learned more on Twitter met amazing authors educators then my MA
And "pirating" doesn't really cover it! It's so much more!
I might have to check out the book
I'll have to google this article and see if I can find it!
A3: a master's class book discussion of TLAP.
Definitely. Totally rocked my teaching world. Thanks for your work with
Can still access from home? :)
Hey crew! Beth from MO arriving to prom late. So sorry!
My father-in-law is now just randomly putting # in front of letters to annoy my kids - too many #'s
"lurker approved" https://t.co/7RrUG2BZmK
Q3: Encouraged to test the waters during a book study class - now I'm lurking every Monday night! Thx
We agree, yet I hear often from teachers in my grad courses Twitter is blocked in their schools
Love when there's a twitter love story like that! So thankful for those pioneers out there!
agreed. brings it. Always!
Hello Beth! I hope you feel appreciated this week!
Someone always rolls into prom fashionably late. Glad you're here!
Teach Like a Pirate. Book is amazing, too. But then you'll get sucked in... ......
A3: My relationship w/Twitter to start: slow and 1 sided. Now: steady & reciprocal. Can't beat the resources, connections, and fun!
I though celebrities were everything on here.But if there's educators that help u with your career is a bonus https://t.co/sMgmUTU06v
A3 My 18 yr old daughter suggested twitter. Shared how much she'd learned & connected over Twitter. more than following celebrities!
so how do we fix that? Have they approached admin about it? Sometimes it's lack of understanding about its ed. benefits
A3 I've been on since 2008 but didn't connect to teachers until - helped me navigate the waters early!
Yes, but if I teach a course in a school building where Twitter is blocked, hard to model its use
We presented at on this. Title of our presentation. 👍🏼 Can send ppt.
At least you got your hair done. Good to see you. We should have you on to guest moderate
A3: Got involved w/ & migrated over to when this guy came to STL for NCSS a bit later. Met several of my now there
I started using it with mine thanks 2 incredible tool! Talking about global collaboration
Sandy Otto, joining after a late dinner. Middle School ELA teacher.
A4: I am a conference junkie. I present so I can stretch my budget & attend more of them. My mantra: Go alone, connect, have a blast!
A4: I know I'm breaking social media boundaries, but I'm all about teacher Instagrams lately!
Yes, and admin are scared of social media in school setting
Nice...I like...maybe "scallywagging" too!
A4 favorite conference is held in the summer at the holocaust museum in DC! It is awesome for history and English teachers
any time you are a welcome addition!! Oh, and I have a project I want to pick your brain about.
I was a Pinterest addict until I found Twitter!
That was a super fun night!! Must be repeated!
A4: How could I forget! My bloggers too
My school is doing a book study next year, I'm thinking our school won't be the same!
have them call me:) It's hard to dive in, but once you do, it's worth it! Read
A4) Outside of your jurisdiction. Meet people who have a diffrent starting point and see what they have done
A4: definitely network at conferences and area instructional coaches + try new chats here and there
A4: Def at EdCamp, also through local chats & content groups
I still use your paper door hook - look into the world of DNA!
That was my mantra all last summer & my exact plan for my budget. Are you going to ?
I borrowed from our local ed library. Challenge anyone to tell me that title?
That is fantastic! I wonder if I could get my school interested in book study?
I'm sure it's 'fashionably late' :-)
Hey ! Every prom has those that show up fashionably late, right? Megan from KS here!
Happy to How many PLNs am I in?!
your school just made a great decision.
A4: - I love to chat and follow people I can learn from. Many F2F since then
Loved my time at AMLE w/ all the pirates.
A3/A4: I met at the conference and he gave our whole table an overview of the Twitter why & how over nachos & wings!
A4 Besides here, I love using Pintrest. I happen to have done 2 boards on some teaching work I've done. It's a great resource
A4: key is really honing & curating your experience to chats & PLN relevant to you; Twitter can feel unwieldy; narrow=power
A4: I hit up plenty of twitter chats, and went to my first this past weekend.. IT WAS SO MUCH FUN!!
A4 All are great for growing your PLN
A4: Our school is modeled after . Anytime we get to visit RCAto expand our knowledge & grow as Ts is great!
A3 got me hooked as in intern in the T&L office. His passion spread throughout our district! Much love JZ!
it would be a worthy cause to try.
A4: love this chat and starring ! They take themselves seriously by not being so.
A4 looking forward to and just went to awesome can't wait to
Oh! Cool! Glad you are using it!
My little girl has grown up https://t.co/4EeGMtfHTj
A3/A4: I met at the conference and he gave our whole table an overview of the Twitter why & how over nachos & wings!
A4: I love twitter chats but attending conferences with is awesome!
Don't need whole school. U know the Ts that would want in. Get them 1st, and then encourage others
Yes, and get people to archive/bookmark resources they find thru Twitter & Twitter chats/hashtags
How are things going down in NC? Was going to visit your school but it never came together.
this expands learning as Ts in do many ways
A4: is always growing, conferences around the state, and the summer of eLearning has been a go to lately. Great stuff
good point. Hard to get one sometimes.
A4: every morning, the on Mon, the chat Thurs and the especially. Tons of great math Ts there
A4 After joining so many chats, you start to realize that you are with the same ppl & meeting more. It's like a family.
A4: twitter, reddit, voxer & the blogosphere is how i grow my
A4 My fave place to build PLN is with Google Groups. There are groups for every content area, grade, activity. Awesome stuff.
A4: I keep up with and resources he offers from his book "Inside the Trenches". Grab a copy!
A4) and are where I frequent the most! Although my chat game hasn't been strong lately!
A4- has been great on a Saturday morning
A4: Excited to travel once again to Milwaukee for and then my first time to Michigan for Fall is AMLE and NCTE.
A4: Love presenting to get in for free. Free conferences like EdCamp and SAMRI are also great ideas. https://t.co/AuSCaQWrGB
A4: I am a conference junkie. I present so I can stretch my budget & attend more of them. My mantra: Go alone, connect, have a blast!
A4 So many opportunities to connect:
And that is where I met you!! :-)
A4: , webinars, , , , and more!
A4: Leaders need to READ! Simple as that... it can be blogs, tweets, books, ... but build knowledge, expand best practices, role model
Agreed. Begging & Pleading may work but it's not real pretty.
I wish I could get to ! when/where is ?
So I just switched to my computer to try tweetdeck...awesomesauce!
Yup. Gave a tutorial over the phone to do her first chat https://t.co/4EeGMtfHTj
A3/A4: I met at the conference and he gave our whole table an overview of the Twitter why & how over nachos & wings!
Definitely. Someone somewhere has looked at the same problem.
Welcome to the dark side.
Makes it somewhat possible to catch everything... somewhat.
It makes the whole experience SO much easier!
A4: Love the community! is AMAZING PD! Super excited to present at on gamification.
I teach APLang, so is invaluable. I also highly enjoy w/ . For F2F Tech in TX, can't beat !
I love teaching at conferences and EdCamps to connect but I also love
Some of my favorites as well! https://t.co/XO0UG1LF3S
A4: love this chat and starring ! They take themselves seriously by not being so.
tweetdeck is life changing!
A3) I have the book as a PD read from one of my principals. I'm half way through and taking my time to digest it all
I almost quit chatting when I only used my phone. Best update ever
In the middle of that book. Enjoying so far!
A3: my friends were on twitter so i figured i should as well. That was 2009 i think
A4b: My district created to share ideas, practices, innovations, and more! Love connecting w/ my colleagues
is new to me...sounds interesting!
A4 But all of my people are on and gotta throw out there for the best MS in MO.
Hey ! Megan from Eudora joining for the 2nd half tonight. Also trying to tonight!
A4: I'm also a fan of following conference hashtags or seeing what hashtags my PLN is using. Never ending cycle of learning!
A4 I love connecting to like minded educators on chats, at conferences & using the lists feature https://t.co/Jos1Z4PkWS
A4 Total nerd 4 ANY conf. I can attend, especially if I can meett Twitter PLN. on my to do summer'16, presenting is my passion
A4 Twitter chats have been good to me. They've all been very inviting & have helped grow my PLN. Not to mention all the learning.
jumping in late…. Travis Lape Technology Integrationist South Dakota…
A4: find times and explanation of all Ed chats here https://t.co/G2sTnJDFDQ --just discovered it this week, so helpful!
once the book study starts, resistant Ts will see all the fun and want in.
Yes! another presenter. I'll see you there.
Q5: Everyone loves a good high school romance (maybe not those who teach HS). Short question, longer answer... https://t.co/TLJtALEQwp
is in Parma, MI on July 11-12. Awesome time and lineup of edu-heroes and authors.
Would love for you to join book chat WED 5PST with and I! An amazing community!
A4: workshops, On the wait list for
Glad to see you here tonight The feed is going so fast I will have to go back and read yours! https://t.co/PWUPD1bGvb
A4: twitter, reddit, voxer & the blogosphere is how i grow my
this is a great resource! I often refer to his content!
I agree,,,feel like I get more out of twitter than I give...hoping to even it out as I become more experienced.
It is run by the author of The Book Whisperer & Reading in the Wild
A4: I second that awesome hashtag! https://t.co/xRNKM9xnBM
A4 But all of my people are on and gotta throw out there for the best MS in MO.
And yes my tweetdeck columns are insane!
tweet deck...you'll never be the same. Multi-tasking at its best!
Thats the first time I've seen Parma mentioned in a long time!
Have the study in a bar. Maybe they'll come for a beer & leave with much more.
Hard for us to learn to be the passive one in the classroom. The Ss in the drivers seat
I was literally just thinking they must be!!
A4: We have a school hashtag to share our learning and what our Ss are doing.
Thanks! Can't this week but if I remember... oh boy that's a big if... I'll join you the following week!
A5: I am in LOVE with right now. Combined with Twitter, it is powerful. There aren't enough characters to fully express <3
I love this too! It's like attending all of the sessions at once! https://t.co/K2QSKES040
A4: I'm also a fan of following conference hashtags or seeing what hashtags my PLN is using. Never ending cycle of learning!
Broad ?: When is it appropriate to use twitter in the classroom? What are downfalls?
A5 Social media lets me procrastinate on everything else I am supposed to be doing...like right now. https://t.co/b7MIy5RoR7
Q5: Everyone loves a good high school romance (maybe not those who teach HS). Short question, longer answer... https://t.co/TLJtALEQwp
A5: Energy, ideas, and the people! I love seeing all of the cool stuff happening in schools. Ss deserve these kinds of Ts. Keep it up.
Love the immediacy of trying out new ideas like tweetdeck!
A5: I love connecting with other professional educators online.. there are so many people to share ideas with
A4: Oh and voxer.....I LOVE voxer for connecting my my PLN!
A5) You can always find someone willing to help you out!! The connections and networking possibilities are tremendous.
A5 The connections I have made are incredible. Having the opportunity to meet my PLN f2f at conferences is the icing on the cake.
Jointing late - Staci Capps from Oklahoma! A4: love attending edcamps & conferences such as Model Schools .
I need someone to explain Voxer to me. I signed up, logged in and stared at a blank screen.
A5: connecting to teachers all over the country and the globe
I am looking forward to "meeting" officially F2F at Summer Spark! excited for the event!
A5: Connect. Collaborate. Communicate! I can use social media with families, students, Ts and other admin!
I have a paper and project due tomorrow morning. I feel your pain.
A5: I love getting ideas from teachers who are currently teaching! Planning for the future!
A5: love learning and sharing...so many new things to try with my Ss bc of all of you!
a5
Provides so many different viewpoints, support, challenges. Super helpful when stuck in a small town
I don't teach MS so I'll let you have that. Always glad to see my MO people here!
A5:I've learned more on twitter than anywhere or any school experience.Getting better with FB. Voxer overwhelms me. Love using YouTube
a5: Me: "Dear twitter, I need a resource for _______" 30 minutes later from my "here are 82,290 ideas"
A5: As a TOSA, I am constantly checking my PLN tweets and sharing ideas, articles, practices to expand thinking
Teacher appreciation week, & we're on Twitter talking about Twitter. Really?
A5 Head over heels with the fact of ppl noticing my work. I love 2 know that my work can be awesome to others when I don't think it is
A4: Find your niche. If it isn't twitter it is somewhere. Too many great people sharing to hide in your room. https://t.co/TalGTKXGzQ
Trying to encourage our Ts to join me. I might go Sunday night to the Brewers game.
Yes voxer is a great tool I use it in my classroom a lso https://t.co/v8byWfH0Cs
A4: Oh and voxer.....I LOVE voxer for connecting my my PLN!
A5: I love learning from my favorite authors, educational role models, and my PLN!
Start with paper exit tickets tweets, teach along the way & create classroom account when Ss are ready
A5: I like that a big chunk of my recently has been from California!
A5 Social media allows me to stay connected with other educators on the go!
A5 I'm passionate about the people that I've met & are my professional AND personal friends...all b/c of social media. They carry me.
Pinterest is my favorite platform because of all the awesome ideas that I can find for my future class!
The hard ones will see how much fun everyone else if having and join in!
The connections!!! Our class is more global since I've started connecting on Twitter and G+.
A5 So many opps for learning building lots of great ideas, new perspectives, support & collab!
A5) The immediacy of being able to discover and try new ideas.. this time with the hashtag
A5: I love that I can get PD anytime anywhere. Tweet deck is my life saver.
A5 I love that I can spend as much or as little time that I have & still come away with ideas!
Totally agree! Pumps you up to connect with other excited educators.
A5 The collaborative nature. I love sharing what my Ss are doing and seeing the awesome from the Twitter community. Big inspiration.
A5: ideas to keep students engaged and networking
Couldn't come up with ten hooks about the value of other teachers? The value of admins? The value of mentors? Our peers?
Coming in late- A5:chats help me keep Relevant
Or pirate card incentives work too
A5: I love that I can teach in a small town but be surrounded by big ideas. Mahalo, Twitter!
A5: Connections & how it is FREE PD I can enjoy in my PJs! Also you can connect w/ amazing authors!
Will be driving from Pittsburgh Sun, excited to meet a friend frm F2F there too, :)
A5: I no longer feel like such an island...I have almost unlimited resources for creative ideas and help with problems.
. There's a connection...just wait for it. Q6!
A5: Connecting w/ people around the world, discussing books w/ the author themselves, & collaborating make my teacher cup runneth over
A5: Twitter Ed chats are so positive; that inspires. This was a game changer when I felt the positive, not haughty energy here
How many columns are too many in Tweetdeck? My chat list is growing tonight.
A5: Access to 24/7/365 collaboration, inspiration, new ideas, all with no geographic barriers...and FREE!
Ooo... do you mystery skype?
A5 Advice, PD, new strategies. I learn so much from all of you.
A5: Our social media accounts bring our classrooms to life for those not present and tell our story unlike any newsletter ever could.
Do you conduct the chats at night? During class? What about students without access to computer/internet?
Absolutely. It makes it easy to be "creative" when you crowdsource inspiration
A5: Love sharing what Ss are doing in my class on twitter and learning what others are doing as well! So many great ideas!
Yes to voxer… I love small groups on voxer I am in some large groups and that is hard to keep up with.
Especially when it's so easy to get sucked into negativity. I try to steer clear.
So it seems that twitter for educators has a new dictionary definition! https://t.co/fQ7EQMcLh7
A5: Access to 24/7/365 collaboration, inspiration, new ideas, all with no geographic barriers...and FREE!
A5: Collaboration becomes effortless!
A5-Sometimes thought I was the only T who thought like I did. Social media destroyed that, in a good way!
A5 I love the brilliant I find from brilliant Ts all across the country! It makes my list of things I want to try to long to manage :)
Add chats to a Google calendar and remove and add columns accordingly...I had to so I didn't become overwhelmed.
A5 the fact I am now connected and friends with like minded educators from around the world. Support! !!
A5: Using social media to connect with parents, constant communication
A5: It creates a glass classroom. I love having a class account & that I overheard one P showing another P how to use
A5b: Feeling like I'm not alone
A5 You learn something new everyday. 24/7 PD
There's the word "free" again! I love it!
A5 Love meeting Ts across the globe...learning is limitless. When we improve, our school do too.
A5: The knowledge I've gained in such a short period of time is unreal and I get to choose my PD!
But wait...what about the cruise? ;)
Agreed. I used to try and keep all my chats in Tweetdeck, now I just change the search criteria
a5 u have immediate 24/7 access 2 worlds best educators like
A5: connecting w/ Ts outside my building and seeing awesome idea I otherwise wouldn't know anything about! I would've never read !
I had fun with the Pirate Cards. Have u been keeping the Sword safe?
Ha! I have around 50!! I know I have too many. I hoard hashtags
Hi everyone!! Stopping in late because I was hunting down a prom picture. Here I am circa 2007. https://t.co/qAa8G9Wv5o
A5 just like prom. We are awesome in our own way. It's nice to see our uniqueness can be shared and encouraged by so many. Dance baby!
agree and allows me access to the newest tools and best practices a5
Yes peer interactions take us out of our isolated classroom expands our world https://t.co/sZuqxNC1nY
A5: Love sharing what Ss are doing in my class on twitter and learning what others are doing as well! So many great ideas!
Jumping ship a bit early tonight. Thanks for the great chat, See you all next week.
Best thing about Twitter, it's 24/7 resource. And you tell your story by the creativity you've made.
A5 - Love learning from so many from around the globe! Curious to see how platforms like snapchat & Instagram become used by educators
A5. I can get my geek on at home, in comfies, with a glass of wine. Available for cuddles when my boys come in. https://t.co/F9XupbWltU
Q5: Everyone loves a good high school romance (maybe not those who teach HS). Short question, longer answer... https://t.co/TLJtALEQwp
I use it more on my phone. Don't listen to the radio on my commute anymore. Let's connect after
A5 It has opened the world up to me and given me a much larger view of the importance of what we all do and HOW to do it better!
It can be easy to get bogged down with long "to do" lists, but Twitter is a great place to spark excitement https://t.co/YL7pCtuaUW
A5: Twitter Ed chats are so positive; that inspires. This was a game changer when I felt the positive, not haughty energy here
A5 I avoid social media situations that feel like throwing rocks blindly into Grand Canyon, like class it's engaging or I move on!
A5: I can get help and connect with so many in a 120 characters.
You: Hi, my name is Kristin and I have a # problem.
Us: Hi Kristin.
A5 Love the sharing, the inspiration, the motivation...the positivity.
A5 I love the brilliant ideas I find from Ts all over the country that make my list of things I want to try too long2manage
A5 A great way to take the walls of the building down & show the community what their kids are doing all day. No, school is not prison
A6 Oh boy...tough question.
A6: Just give a crown already! Learn things daily from her & . He really makes me think and is awesome!
I believe so. is the keeper. Quizizz challenge is in full effect right now.
A5: We started a Kindness Campaign & it is all about kids building each other up & being kind to one another
A6: I'd say recently it's been at , his keynote was life changing!
What I find best about twitter & chats is how many Ts ask me, "Cool idea--where did you get it?" Ummm...my Twitter PLN! Happens weekly
Yes opens us up so we can give more to our Ss https://t.co/jaYD6d7jJE
A5 Love meeting Ts across the globe...learning is limitless. When we improve, our school do too.
Sounds great! I've tried so many times but seriously can't figure it out. Need assistance to get me started.
A6: my mama! She is such an inspiring, resilient woman who was my teacher growing up- I want to be as good a T as she was!
A6: , , and all my fellow ed majors at !
A6 Most impact: The ones who never let me take the easy road. Brick walls can stop you or make you decide how bad you want something.
A6: For sure is the king. Leading the way with great math, transforming teaching of every T who finds it.
Twitter PLN shares so many incredible resources that I try to snag them as fast I can
A6: Queen? My date of course: . ❤️🙏🏼😊 King? The king of of course: 👏🏼👏🏼👍🏼⚓️
A6: favorite peeps to hear on Twitter:
A6 Dick Pepper 8th grade social studies. Recently thanks boys
A6: ! We always played school & she'd assign me very intense reports to complete and I DID THEM! lol <3 her passion!
A6: takes the queen role! Sharing ideas, inspiring, connecting and always aiming to learn and grow
Twitter has opened my classroom to experts - bringing the world to my class - transforming learning https://t.co/n1xFgEmzjW
A6) One of my most influential educators was my PreK teacher. She encouraged me to be curious and explore the outdoors.
Q6: My mom, great teachers I had & current amazing teachers.
a6: wow. couldn't even decide. <3 so many of you!
A6 My wife, my mom, my son, Mr. Turnbull (my 5th grade teacher), etc
A6: and with and as prince and princess
Number one reason to seek out people on twitter. Give your question a hashtag and "Help", answers always come https://t.co/gQgZSaqIdT
Sounds great! I've tried so many times but seriously can't figure it out. Need assistance to get me started.
How do you use Pirate Cards?
I love that your son is one of your teaching inspirations :)
A6: These girls, most impact on me as an educator
I was thinking the same thing! I missed that side convo
A6: really though, all my chats, and their members have become the queen. My wife calls twitter "my work wife!"
Your King and Queen...who influences you the most as an educator?
Hey! I'll check back after getting into this lacrosse game my son is playing but THANKS to for an amazing chat and theme!
A6b) Now my director pushes my thinking with the variety of PD book reads we engage in as coaches and teams
That's awesome...my husband so would do the same!
A6: The crew at inspire daily. Through a year of challenges & obstacles they keep moving forward to do what's best for Ss.
Gotta say . Kept me involved in as newbie Twitter, intro 2 current boss after moving 350 miles, & met
A6: Teacher Heroes Also my partner in crime & my sis
A6 - without a doubt my mama - lifelong educator and mentor. Proud to say she is my role model!
a6 too hard to say! So many great influences and authors.
Makes me LOL on regular basis and I guess I need to get to know
A6 I'd have to start putting together a court: have inspired & pushed me higher
Stay aware of the surroundings, the game, the weather, everything. There's lessons in there!
Sometimes it's hard to name names. It's an awesome problem to have https://t.co/TQh0oAVlDj
A6 Most impact: The ones who never let me take the easy road. Brick walls can stop you or make you decide how bad you want something.
A6b: my husband/best friend! He taught me how to be myself! <3 bouncing ideas & owning our madness
A6 for letting me work for him years ago. challenging me to be better. My 4th grade teacher Mrs. Bennett
A6: always brings an edge to the chats (no holding back) along with a great sense of humor.
First step is admitting the problem..
Last question coming up in 1 minute!
Tracy, you do the same. Thank you https://t.co/q2qlkhnS61
A6 I'd have to start putting together a court: have inspired & pushed me higher
A6: The educational leaders whose books I read and tweets I follow + every person involved in my fav chats
A6 I'm surrounded by royalty...so grateful my PLNs let me in.
a6 and are in the court, is hanging out there too
read an awesome blog yesterday about "go through the wall for you"
Oh no! Life happened, and I've missed !
A7) I'm definitely putting tweetdeck to work!
Q7: I'm going to continue doing chats and going to conferences!
A7: I plan to stay on top of twitter throughout the summer and next semesters.. twitter chats are great! :)
Right back atcha, Louise!
A6: Ms. Luther was the greatest teacher I ever had. Kevin Wheat & Valarie Akins redefined what I thought about the Principal role.
A7: Just keep swimming- through chats!
a7: follow, connect - and when you can MEET UP with these amazing people - Dinner in October after was amazing!
because of these chats I've spoken at 11 conferences in the last 18 months. Don't be afraid to share!!
Joining some new chats after ur great suggestions!
a7 Get back to blogging, sharing my thoughts and resources, need to do more to connect and follow up w individuals
Hopefully I haven't scared the new people with the fast pace! You better have a good follow up next week https://t.co/jYHgKWv6JY
Hey! I'll check back after getting into this lacrosse game my son is playing but THANKS to for an amazing chat and theme!
I have fallen off the blog cart :(
A7 Blog more and be relentless about sharing and showing the power of
Q6: My crew..you know who you are! has influenced me greatly over the past few years.
A7: I've had a tough time inspiring my teacher colleagues to jump on board. Any ideas that have worked for whole faculty?
My first time in a while...great job!!!!!
A7: I need to learn about Voxter!!
now that i know what to expect i will be able to keep up!
amazing chat together we r better thank u 2 4 changing my world & introducing me 2 one of my 1st a6
A6 Every year a colleague influences me in some way. Whether big or small...its all good.
A7: Share & show my learning w/ others, keep reading & start blogging. I feel as though I could become a Twitter hobbit this summer
Love this sentiment. https://t.co/XzlXFoWkKm
A6 Every year a colleague influences me in some way. Whether big or small...its all good.
I love writing, just get spooked at having to write something "significant", rather that simply whats actually going on
A7 Invite friends to the partay!!! The more the merrier. We learn so much from each other.
Learn Like a Pirate was such a wonderful follow up to
Do you have a link for that?
Agree! Positive influence that continues to ripple through my classroom as I add game elements to it!
Thanks for a great chat! Goodnight, y'all
A7:Follow more, learn more participate more.After prom we're all trying to get lucky.If this is your first time, it wasn't too painful
I think the key is to never try to get the whole faculty. Needs to be grassroots & they need purpose for joining
A7: Will continue to grow my PLN on twitter! Excited to meet f2f with so many at !
Thanks for hosting! loved the theme & questions
A7 Mentor a teacher into the Twitter world. Be a positive example for other T's with positive pressure. Be an example of connected ed.
A7: continue with chats. Keep asking and questioning all the great educators
I started training for a marathon, plus daughters' activities = something fell off the radar
A7: Continue to party 'after prom'! Do chats happen during the summer?
A7: Continue to follow and engage. And continue to share the message because I believe in it! 😊👍🏼⚓️
Thanks everyone! Have a great night!
I'd appreciate the pirates on showed up Wed 8pm CST for as we help Ts & Admin beginning their 1:1 programs next year.
A7: I have already been able to connect with people from this chat to get some great connections for research and ideas!
Me too!I think I should try a "slowchat" over the summer with our book read which will be Mindset by Dweck Toes in H20
A7: Stay connected w/ T's on twitter & other PD. First twitter chat for me! Strobe lights at this prom made my head spin! Thanks !
thanks so much for a great first chat! I will be back!!
A6 Tough but gotta say because of them, that is where my Twitter involvement started
glad you enjoyed your first twitter chat! :D
Thank you for the chat! Dance on fellow dance partners!
A7 continue going to the dance...I mean chat! Invite others to join, watch for like minded educators to follow.
chat sessions at the Nelsons this summer??!! :)
Thanks for a fun chat, great job!
Continue the learning and connecting by following those who you liked and chatted with tonight!
Great job tonight Thanks for being creative. You rocked
using a # just for our school has been great. It's encouraged sharing of successes and gotten staff engaged in Twitter
A6 If I had a chance to name all of them in just 1 tweet I would but there's so many amazing educators that deserve the Gold👑
Goodnight & ! Im bowing out early(as usual these days) to watch my & catch some Zs-carrying 2 babies does that to ya!
Let's discuss on Voxer group tomorrow! Tweet or DM with your username (or if you need help getting started) https://t.co/rjMKYcdPjJ
A7: I've had a tough time inspiring my teacher colleagues to jump on board. Any ideas that have worked for whole faculty?
So glad you are finding it helpful! Have a great week!
Thanks for leading and for being my PLN prom date. Gotta curfew to adhere to. 😜
And someone will get a free copy of the book!
Thanks. I think I broke my feed on one computer.
Proud of you! Come back next week! Great topic 4 ur 1st time!
I was wondering!?! Great questions and fun theme!!
A7 I will continue to find more amazing educators to stalk...but on twitter not rl. I'm not trading in my prom dress for a jumpsuit!
. Go to the website or download the app, send me your username, and I'll take care of the rest!
I would love help learning & getting started with Voxer!
A7: Not many Ts in my school are on Twitter, try to do a school book study as a chat on Twitter to get them more engaged.
YES! Non-educators are like "what do you mean, YOU MET ON TWITTER?"
That moment you try to figure out time zones so you can participate in . What is 7 pst in cst? Discovered the chat during !
Well then...how could anyone in this crew possibly miss it? May 9th. Be there for the awesomeness! https://t.co/u9RCuu2Ix9
And someone will get a free copy of the book!
Its such fun to mess with people's minds :-D
A7 RESEARCH! My plans for this summer is join more chats & read as many educational books as I can. Got a list of them. So pumped
I show ppl my twitter feed;they're amazed @ the # of resources that arethere
Honored! I enjoy learning from you!
They are wonderful choices! https://t.co/IHvsqNUMuc
A6 Tough but gotta say because of them, that is where my Twitter involvement started
