#ISEDchat Archive | Participate

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #isedchat with a #GoOpen Takeover! Please introduce yourself and tell us your favorite thing about Spring!

participatechat Mar 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #ISEDchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/gx9e7L4HMv

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Tonight’s topic is all about #GoOpen! Welcome to @MrskmPeters who is cohosting #isedchat with me. #edtech

In reply to @Mrskmpeters

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Excited to be joining #isedchat tonight to talk #GoOpen!

KOgden97 Mar 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Kate Ogden, Dallas, Open Windows! #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Cathy Koos: I like that the mornings and evenings are still cool in sunny Florida in the Spring. #isedchat

skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Hi, Rob from Dallas and St. John's Episcopal School. I love longer days in the spring and I'm looking forward to the Masters! #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

We will use a Q1, Q2… format for Questions during #isedchat. Please use the A1, A2… format for answers.

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Welcome, Kate. I like that too. Good sleeping weather with the windows open. #isedchat

In reply to @KOgden97

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Kristina Peters, #GoOpen lead at @OfficeofEdTech, longer days and birds singing. #isedchat

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ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Thank you for joining #isedchat You are so faithful! Is the Masters golf?

In reply to @skeeTX

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Q1 coming up in 1 minute… #isedchat Tag someone people who should join us tonight!

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Yes! Green jacket and Jim Nantz! #isedchat

In reply to @ckoos1, @skeeTX

skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Yes, first men's golf major of the year! #isedchat

In reply to @ckoos1

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

So happy you are here tonight, Kristina. Looking forward to learning all about #GoOpen #isedchat

In reply to @Mrskmpeters, @OfficeofEdTech

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Q1: To get started, tell us what you know about Open Educational Resources or #OER. #isedchat #GoOpen

skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

"Hello, friends!" And Verne Lundquist, "Yes, sir!" #isedchat

In reply to @Mrskmpeters, @ckoos1

swladis Mar 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Hi all! Shari from Orlando. Glad not to have any commitments tonight and able to participate. #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A1: Not much which is why I invited @Mrskmpeters. Maybe I know more than I think I do. Maybe I use them and don't know it! #isedchat

In reply to @Mrskmpeters

swladis Mar 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: OER-free to use. #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Me too! You always add to the conversation at #isedchat

In reply to @swladis

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

#isedchat Tag some people who should be joining the convo!

KOgden97 Mar 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Open access for teaching #isedchat

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Teaching, learning, research resources in public domain or licensed to reuse, revise, remix, retain, redistribute. #GoOpen #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

@s_bearden Are you here? #isedchat

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Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Free + permissions. https://t.co/zwInMcgKNR #GoOpen #isedchat

In reply to @swladis

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Cool definition! Accessibility is so important in education. #isedchat

In reply to @KOgden97

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Hi #isedchat! Susan Bearden, Alexandria Virginia, former Independent school tech director. I might know @Mrskmpeters ;-)

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drmcgettigan Mar 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Hello @ckoos1 😀 Joan, #EdTech Director, FL #isedchat

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ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Hi, Joan! How are things in your neck of the woods? #isedchat

In reply to @drmcgettigan

LabCoatTeacher Mar 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Hi All. Lali from Melbourne. I'll be here for a little bit! #isedchat

swladis Mar 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Did not realize permissions is required. Who gives the permission or is in implicit? #isedchat

In reply to @Mrskmpeters

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

JOAN! This is a reunion of some of my favorite people :) #isedchat

In reply to @drmcgettigan, @ckoos1

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Hooray! Thrilled to have you join in the #isedchat fun!!!

In reply to @s_bearden, @Mrskmpeters

drmcgettigan Mar 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

My twins are approaching their college decisions so happy to have a distraction! #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Hi, Joan! How are things in your neck of the woods? #isedchat
In reply to @drmcgettigan

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Lali is a fabulous science teacher who is forward thinking. Be sure to follow her! #isedchat

In reply to @LabCoatTeacher

drmcgettigan Mar 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

SUSSN! So glad to see you again my friend! #isedchat

In reply to @s_bearden, @ckoos1

LabCoatTeacher Mar 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#isedchat Boundless offers open access to customizable textbook content.

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Q1: To get started, tell us what you know about Open Educational Resources or #OER. #isedchat #GoOpen

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Free most often still = copyright and unable to apply the 5Rs. There are places to find openly licensed resources. #isedchat

In reply to @swladis

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Hey PLN! Want to learn more about Open Educational Resources? Don't miss #isedchat w/ guest @Mrskmpeters, happening NOW! #edtechchat #oer

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ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2 coming up in 1 minute… #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Oh, I will be sending good vibes your way. #isedchat

In reply to @drmcgettigan

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Q2: Can you describe the differences between proprietary, free, and openly licensed resources? #isedchat #GoOpen

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

You can also apply open licenses to your work through @creativecommons website. #isedchat #GoOpen

In reply to @swladis, @creativecommons

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Hi Lali! #isedchat

In reply to @LabCoatTeacher

skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: I know very little, sadly #isedchat

LabCoatTeacher Mar 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#isedchat it used to be free. Then was optioned. At $30 per "text" still accessible and not better organized.

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Tell us the 5Rs in case we don't know. #isedchat

In reply to @Mrskmpeters, @swladis

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

5 Rs from @opencontent https://t.co/zwInMcgKNR #isedchat #GoOpen

In reply to @opencontent

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

You are in good company. Glad you are taking the opportunity to learn more.#isedchat

In reply to @skeeTX

drmcgettigan Mar 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1 #OER = my fav resources😀 #isedchat

skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Important to keep learning! #isedchat

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Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Check out the table to help you with the 3 types: https://t.co/YaSp5zd00T #isedchat #GoOpen

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Of course! You had them in a previous tweet. Thank you for helping me get up to speed. #isedchat

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

5 Rs from @opencontent https://t.co/zwInMcgKNR #isedchat #GoOpen
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ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Q2B: Is there an open resource that you would like to learn more about? #isedchat

massignmenthelp Mar 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

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AssignmentHelpN Mar 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#EduAfterHours #sstlap #isedchat #TBookC #SciStuChat #atplc A Beginner’s Guide on How to Make Mind Maps https://t.co/HMbTav8djD

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1: Free means free but u don't have permission to modify/edit. Proprietary is copyrighted. OER is free & u can edit, remix, etc. #isedchat

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ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT

So proprietary is my regular old math textbook? #isedchat

In reply to @Mrskmpeters

LabCoatTeacher Mar 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A1.2 @SJforKids adapts journal articles for teacher use. Focus on environmental resources. #isedchat

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Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT

You got it! Any traditional instructional material (print or digital) that you purchased. #isedchat #GoOpen

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swladis Mar 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Thanks. Clear way to understand. Want to help my teachers use resources appropriately. #isedchat

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s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Well @Mrskmpeters is the #OER guru! She's an amazing resource for all things OER! Great night to learn! #isedchat

In reply to @skeeTX, @Mrskmpeters

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I just followed them. Thanks for the suggestion! #isedchat

LabCoatTeacher Mar 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A1.2 @SJforKids adapts journal articles for teacher use. Focus on environmental resources. #isedchat
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drmcgettigan Mar 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@Mrskmpeters it's a great reminder to all-I use @creativecommons a lot on my work & honor others who do the same #isedchat

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

You can also apply open licenses to your work through @creativecommons website. #isedchat #GoOpen
In reply to @swladis, @creativecommons

skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: learning a great deal already so I'm curious about what's available #isedchat

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Free can come from many sources, especially online. But we've all used our neighbor's stuff next door, too. #isedchat #GoOpen

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I'm catching on already. 😜#isedchat

In reply to @Mrskmpeters

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Thanks, friend! #isedchat

In reply to @s_bearden, @skeeTX

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Joan do you use OER at North Broward Prep? #isedchat

In reply to @drmcgettigan

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Q3 coming up in 1 minute… #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Q2B: Other favorite open educational resources to recommend? #isedchat

drmcgettigan Mar 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

I would like be to see more quality #OER at elementary level #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Q2B: Is there an open resource that you would like to learn more about? #isedchat

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

That is fantastic! Sharing=caring. This is definitely the community for that. #OER #GoOpen #isedchat

In reply to @drmcgettigan, @creativecommons

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q3: How do you currently supplement your content? Where do you find resources? #isedchat #GoOpen

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Yes, me too. We know that this is definitely an area for development. #isedchat #GoOpen

In reply to @drmcgettigan

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

@Mrskmpeters Is @googledrive an OER? #isedchat

In reply to @Mrskmpeters, @googledrive

mrterborg Mar 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Just give credit where credit is due (Mike, MD, EL LMS) #isedchat #GoOpen

In reply to @Mrskmpeters, @s_bearden

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3: TWITTER! I still find myself having to convince admin of the tremendous value of Twitter as a way to learn. #isedchat

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

There's great info about #OER at https://t.co/IXNNHk4LfC! #isedchat

In reply to @skeeTX

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

It wouldn't qualify as an open educational resource because it's a tool. #isedchat

In reply to @ckoos1, @googledrive

LemarrTreadwell Mar 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2. Proprietary=Ownership. Free=not under control. Openly licensed= Or (OER) are freely accessible #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Q2: Can you describe the differences between proprietary, free, and openly licensed resources? #isedchat #GoOpen

LabCoatTeacher Mar 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

#isedchat I write a lot of content myself. I find many resources tagged "middle school" are actually elem. or HS (1/2)

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q3: How do you currently supplement your content? Where do you find resources? #isedchat #GoOpen

drmcgettigan Mar 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

We use CK-12 in MS Science :) #isedchat

In reply to @s_bearden

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Ok. I'm getting the hang of this soon. I promise! Thanks for your patience. #isedchat

In reply to @Mrskmpeters

LabCoatTeacher Mar 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

The 6th/7th/8th grade group has less written specifically for them. Stuff is either too simple or too hard #isedchat

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Of course. That's what I'm here for! #isedchat

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ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Thanks for contributing to #isedchat night!

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

That's a great resource that many #GoOpen districts also use. #isedchat

In reply to @drmcgettigan, @s_bearden

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

I've found the same thing. Lots of variation in what is considered "middle school." #isedchat

In reply to @LabCoatTeacher

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

What is CK? #isedchat

In reply to @drmcgettigan, @s_bearden

LemarrTreadwell Mar 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A2b. I enjoy finding OER on Creative Commons because licenses free of charge to the public. Twitter is my big time favorite. #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Q2B: Is there an open resource that you would like to learn more about? #isedchat

skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3: Twitter, online, colleagues.....anywhere I can find something worthwhile #isedchat

drmcgettigan Mar 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Ah well the @OfficeofEdTech is a great place to start (at the risk of appearing like a brown noser) 😀 #isedchat

In reply to @OfficeofEdTech

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q3: How do you currently supplement your content? Where do you find resources? #isedchat #GoOpen

LemarrTreadwell Mar 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

How my Twitter PLN has Changed me as an educator. #isedchat

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

There are a number of places to start: @OERCommons @CK12Foundation @gooru @edmodo #isedchat #GoOpen

In reply to @OERCommons, @CK12Foundation, @gooru, @edmodo

ConsultJodi Mar 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Grade levels are anywhere from 5th - 8th to only 7th and 8th. #isedchat

In reply to @ckoos1, @LabCoatTeacher

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Great discussion about #OER happening now during #isedchat! Join the convo w/ @Mrskmpeters! #goopen #edtech #edtechchat

In reply to @Mrskmpeters

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

@nathan_stevens Are you out there? We miss you at #isedchat

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skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

My head @crottymark turned me onto Twitter and this chat #isedchat

In reply to @ckoos1, @crottymark

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Brown nose away! <3 #isedchat

In reply to @drmcgettigan, @OfficeofEdTech

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q4 coming up in 1 minute… #isedchat

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Great graphic! Thanks for sharing! #isedchat

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

swladis Mar 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

This is a great way to say how I feel! #isedchat

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

drmcgettigan Mar 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Fab #oer resource https://t.co/veC6Fqhhuk which offers math and science flexible digital textbooks and more #isedchat

In reply to @ckoos1, @s_bearden

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Q4: Do you curate or create resources? Or a combo of the two? Advantages? Disadvantages? #isedchat #GoOpen

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT

@Brad21clsMeyer Can you take a look at this and let me know what you think? #isedchat

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drmcgettigan Mar 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Fab #oer resource https://t.co/veC6Fqhhuk which offers math and science flexible digital textbooks and more #isedchat
In reply to @ckoos1, @s_bearden

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

@EDUcre8ive Join us! #isedchat is discussing #GoOpen.

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swladis Mar 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

At this point I am doing more curating but hope to create in the future. #isedchat

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LemarrTreadwell Mar 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Thought you might also like to connect with connected educators here #isedchat

skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4: as Ts we should be searching/sifting/curating so we get better and do more for our Ss #isedchat

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Curating = searching, discovering, evaluating, tagging, and organizing resources. #isedchat #GoOpen

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: My favorite is to find something and then tweak it so that it works perfectly with my needs. #isedchat

drmcgettigan Mar 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Same! #isedchat

swladis Mar 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

At this point I am doing more curating but hope to create in the future. #isedchat
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Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4: Some districts choose to curate pre-existing resources to get started. Then start creating. #GoOpen #isedchat

skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

I'll be doing this a lot next year in new role #isedchat

In reply to @Mrskmpeters

LabCoatTeacher Mar 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

#isedchat

LabCoatTeacher Mar 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: I write a lot of my own stuff. Adv- closely aligned to my LOs. Each year assess and revise. Disadvantage- TIME! Not enough. Ever.

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Oh yeah? What's your new role?! #isedchat

In reply to @skeeTX

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Time seems to,always come up as an issue for teachers. How can we combat that? #isedchat

LabCoatTeacher Mar 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: I write a lot of my own stuff. Adv- closely aligned to my LOs. Each year assess and revise. Disadvantage- TIME! Not enough. Ever.

LemarrTreadwell Mar 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT

However, I've found admin and colleagues prefer isolation and status quo. It's like trying to #isedchat

skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Director of Academic Design and Development. Very excited! #isedchat

In reply to @Mrskmpeters

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT

This is how we talk to Ts about #OER Many already do this. Limiting w copyrighted materials. #OER allows more! #GoOpen #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: My favorite is to find something and then tweak it so that it works perfectly with my needs. #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

😂 #isedchat

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

LabCoatTeacher Mar 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

#isedchat I think we could fill a whole chat night about the visible and invisible labor of a teachers workday.

In reply to @ckoos1

skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Head of School put it together! Will be working closely w/ him, division heads, Ts #isedchat

In reply to @Mrskmpeters

LemarrTreadwell Mar 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

If it is okay, the future poster will include your moderators for this chat too. #isedchat

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Some schools/district pay teachers to curate resources...#isedchat

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Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT

We highly encourage #GoOpen districts/schools to reallocate funds from textbooks to Ts for their work & give them time! #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Time seems to,always come up as an issue for teachers. How can we combat that? #isedchat
- LabCoatTeacher Mar 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT
  
  A4: I write a lot of my own stuff. Adv- closely aligned to my LOs. Each year assess and revise. Disadvantage- TIME! Not enough. Ever.

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@Mrskmpeters Is @GetKahoot an open educational resource? #isedchat

In reply to @Mrskmpeters, @GetKahoot

theatlis Mar 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Nothing wrong with curating. It's like the difference between librarians and authors. Need both to help children become readers. #isedchat

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s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Congrats! #isedchat

In reply to @skeeTX, @Mrskmpeters

ScienceWildcats Mar 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4: Both. Creating takes time. Curating takes away creativity....I find a combo to be the most effective way of creating content. #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Q4: Do you curate or create resources? Or a combo of the two? Advantages? Disadvantages? #isedchat #GoOpen

drmcgettigan Mar 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT

That IS a great title! I ❤ it! #isedchat

skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Director of Academic Design and Development. Very excited! #isedchat
In reply to @Mrskmpeters

skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Yes! Plenty of "work" at various times of day! #isedchat

In reply to @LabCoatTeacher, @ckoos1

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q5 coming up in 1 minute… #isedchat #ditchbook

LabCoatTeacher Mar 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

I'm reading a book called Professional Rounds in Education (specifically abt this issue) highly recommend. It's a paradigm shift. #isedchat

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Thanks for joining #isedchat tonight!

In reply to @ScienceWildcats

swladis Mar 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Combating time is different for each person. I carve out time each day & check Twitter & find myself passing ideas along that day. #isedchat

LemarrTreadwell Mar 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

To combat time we just need to keep building our diverse professional PLN. of connected educators. #isedchat

In reply to @ckoos1

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Time seems to,always come up as an issue for teachers. How can we combat that? #isedchat
- LabCoatTeacher Mar 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT
  
  A4: I write a lot of my own stuff. Adv- closely aligned to my LOs. Each year assess and revise. Disadvantage- TIME! Not enough. Ever.

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Woohoo! @theatlis is in the house :) #isedchat

In reply to @theatlis, @ckoos1, @theatlis

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Q5: If you could get rid of a textbook, which one would it be and why? #isedchat #ditchbook

LemarrTreadwell Mar 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT

What is a Connected educator? #isedchat

skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A5: the heaviest ones kids carry around! That's not a 21st century skill! #isedchat

swladis Mar 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Social Studies! Great resources out there that are engaging! #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Q5: If you could get rid of a textbook, which one would it be and why? #isedchat #ditchbook

LemarrTreadwell Mar 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Thank you, Lali. It is on my reading list. #isedchat

LabCoatTeacher Mar 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

I'm reading a book called Professional Rounds in Education (specifically abt this issue) highly recommend. It's a paradigm shift. #isedchat
In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A5: If you have a textbook that comes back like new at the end of the year from a lot of your students, I'd start with that one. #isedchat

PrincipalNyberg Mar 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT

We are doing this in my building. Instead of new books, we are purchasing Chromebooks to access the resources available already. #isedchat

swladis Mar 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT
Social Studies! Great resources out there that are engaging! #isedchat
- ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT
  
  Q5: If you could get rid of a textbook, which one would it be and why? #isedchat #ditchbook

drmcgettigan Mar 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT

So true -saw this great video yesterday & I ❤ this quote-"If you are the smartest person In the room, you are in the wrong room" #isedchat

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell, @ckoos1

mguhlin Mar 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT

MT How my Twitter PLN has Changed me as an educator. #isedchat https://t.co/EH8ch9NfFQ https://t.co/EH8ch9NfFQ v… https://t.co/XIwD3neA1j

LemarrTreadwell Mar 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

How my Twitter PLN has Changed me as an educator. #isedchat

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@cdworrell I thought you might be here for #isedchat tonight. :)

In reply to @cdworrell

skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Love that my colleague uses DBQs instead of textbooks in US History. We are 1:1 iPad as well #isedchat

In reply to @swladis

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Glad you're here! #isedchat

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drmcgettigan Mar 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Most social science books-they are out of date before they are even printed. #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Q5: If you could get rid of a textbook, which one would it be and why? #isedchat #ditchbook

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Q5B: What would you put in place of the textbook? Why is that preferable? #isedchat #GoOpen

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

That's great! Switching to #OER can save $$ which can be allocated to things like technology. #isedchat

In reply to @PrincipalNyberg

swladis Mar 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

We are 1:1 too which helps! #isedchat

In reply to @skeeTX

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

How many of you have SS textbooks with Clinton or W Bush as president? #isedchat #GoOpen

LabCoatTeacher Mar 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

#isedchat 10 years ago I wrote a HS Zoology class. No text. So much free info on university/museum sites. Put the whole class on google site

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Q5: If you could get rid of a textbook, which one would it be and why? #isedchat #ditchbook

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

One attendee of #GoOpen session recently told me that his elem textbook in late 80s said that "one day they'll land on the moon". #isedchat

LemarrTreadwell Mar 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Having an opportunity to chat with @drneilgupta @mguhlin @Principal Nyberg @ckoos1 @s_bearden while drinking coffee in PJS Wow #isedchat

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drmcgettigan Mar 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Also science books-science cries out for interactive books like the fab and free Life on Earth iBook #isedchat

skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A5: can resources be used w/ tech? Can T provide resources in a cloud? Explore your options #isedchat

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

So true! #isedchat

In reply to @drmcgettigan, @LemarrTreadwell, @ckoos1

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Ouch. I saw something recently about some day we might have a black president. #isedchat

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Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Yes. We do make sure to stress you do not have to be 1:1 to #GoOpen. There are print options. #isedchat

skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A5: can resources be used w/ tech? Can T provide resources in a cloud? Explore your options #isedchat

skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Did we get there yet? 😜 #isedchat

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ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:42 PM EDT

That makes me feel better. #isedchat

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ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Q6 coming up in 1 minute… #isedchat

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Smh...#isedchat

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skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Right, tech is a tool but not the only one #isedchat

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s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

That's a major argument for #OER right there! #isedchat

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LabCoatTeacher Mar 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5B: primary readings! Close readings of texts, news articles. Science especially has amazing popular science writers. #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Q5B: What would you put in place of the textbook? Why is that preferable? #isedchat #GoOpen

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q6: To join #GoOpen, we ask to replace a textbook in 1 gr level & content area. How could you sell this to admin? #isedchat

LemarrTreadwell Mar 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Here is the HARD part of becoming a connected educator. #Followfive from every chat. Isolation is now a choice educators make! #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5B: @LabCoatTeacher I wish more teachers truly taught about what primary sources are versus secondary sources. #isedchat

In reply to @LabCoatTeacher

skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A6: $$$, worthwhile curating skill development, opening new avenues to Ts and Ss that benefit all #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

I love following!! #isedchat

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s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6: $$$ saved...textbooks are so expensive! #isedchat

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1DanLawson Mar 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6) SELL quality, relevance, connectivity to students, connectivity to community, integrate YOUR students and assets #TCSGoOpen #isedchat

mrterborg Mar 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

I wish more teachers would do more teaching with primary sources rather than secondary sources ... #isedchat Mike, MD, EL LMS, lurking away

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ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Saving money can be a powerful motivator for #edadmin #isedchat

In reply to @skeeTX

swladis Mar 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Probably the lower cost but as an admin I want to know that quality OER is being used. #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q6: To join #GoOpen, we ask to replace a textbook in 1 gr level & content area. How could you sell this to admin? #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

It is crazy how expensive some textbooks are! #isedchat

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6: $$$ saved...textbooks are so expensive! #isedchat
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Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A6: Increase equity, relevant & timely content, empower teachers & students, save money. #isedchat #GoOpen

drmcgettigan Mar 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Must skedaddle ❤ topic - thx @Mrskmpeters for dropping all the knowledge 😀 & @ckoos1 #isedchatfor fab hosting #isedchat

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LemarrTreadwell Mar 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5. Almost all of them because most are not relevant to my Ss needs and relevant. #isedchat #DitchBook

In reply to @ckoos1

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Thanks, Dan. Great point about connectivity. #isedchat

In reply to @1DanLawson

1DanLawson Mar 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A6b) Sell reallocation to bandwidth, to tech, to PD, to experiences for learners...@khanacademy and Youtube and we have to sell? #isedchat

In reply to @khanacademy

swladis Mar 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Just did an impromptu lesson with5th grade about evaluating websites & being good digital consumers. #isedchat

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

#isedchat @Mrskmpeters, how do you recommend schools/district vet #OER resources? #ISEDCHAT

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KOgden97 Mar 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Q6: Admin=$$$ Ts=Specific instruction vs. broad and outdated. Worth the extra effort #isedchat

LemarrTreadwell Mar 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

What Cathy just said, is how to become a Connected Educator. Whoooooomp there it is #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

I love following!! #isedchat
In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Remember that OER can be free like a puppy. Reallocate funds to compensate Ts & give them time, & invest in infrastructure. #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

What are you thinking of when you say "increase equity"? #isedchat

In reply to @Mrskmpeters

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Can you talk a bit more about the equity piece? #isedchat

In reply to @Mrskmpeters

drmcgettigan Mar 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

#isedchat (my bad # typing 😀 )

drmcgettigan Mar 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Must skedaddle ❤ topic - thx @Mrskmpeters for dropping all the knowledge 😀 & @ckoos1 #isedchatfor fab hosting #isedchat
In reply to @Mrskmpeters, @ckoos1

theatlis Mar 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT

That is a great question! I bet flexible guidelines could be very helpful #isedchat

In reply to @s_bearden, @swladis, @Mrskmpeters

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Hooray! Media Literacy education is SO important! #isedchat

In reply to @swladis

1DanLawson Mar 30 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A6c) OER can be worse so SELL home grown quality...Store bought v Home grow tomatoes... #GoOpen #TCSGoOpen #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Last question, Q7, coming up in 1 minute…#isedchat

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

There are several rubrics out there that can get people started. We discuss that more here: https://t.co/mvMEfiK99b #isedchat

In reply to @s_bearden, @swladis

LemarrTreadwell Mar 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

I predict the next president will be a black female! There I said it! #isedchat

In reply to @ckoos1, @Mrskmpeters

LabCoatTeacher Mar 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A6 this is tricky. What is saved in cost I'd want invested in teacher training/PD. #isedchat

In reply to @ckoos1

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

I had the same Q! Great minds think alike! #isedchat

In reply to @ckoos1, @Mrskmpeters

skeeTX Mar 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Thx, all! Bedtime routine w/ my boy, must run! #isedchat

swladis Mar 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Should actually say, revisited b/c they have had these lessons before, from media specialist and their homeroom teachers. #isedchat

swladis Mar 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Just did an impromptu lesson with5th grade about evaluating websites & being good digital consumers. #isedchat

LemarrTreadwell Mar 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Dan, drop the mic, on your post buddy. #isedchat

1DanLawson Mar 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6) SELL quality, relevance, connectivity to students, connectivity to community, integrate YOUR students and assets #TCSGoOpen #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Q7: What else would you like to know about #GoOpen? Any other questions? #isedchat

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Training is critical to successful integration of these open ed resources, isn't it? #isedchat

In reply to @LabCoatTeacher

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Ss would have access to high-quality materials that are up to date and can be redistributed bc of open license. #isedchat

In reply to @ckoos1

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Good night! #isedchat

In reply to @skeeTX

LemarrTreadwell Mar 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT

I agree Susan, and their outdated within months of getting them too! #isedchat

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6: $$$ saved...textbooks are so expensive! #isedchat
In reply to @ckoos1

LabCoatTeacher Mar 30 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Probably moreso that any other one thing, I'd think. #isedchat

In reply to @ckoos1

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A7: Is @GetKahoot an open educational resource? #isedchat

In reply to @GetKahoot

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Yes! PL is important! It's in the #GoOpen District Launch Packet: https://t.co/Ifx7zW7CnS #isedchat

In reply to @ckoos1

1DanLawson Mar 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A7) How do those of us engaged in #GoOpen grow a critical mass to make #OER a matter of course rather than exceptional? #TCSGoOpen #isedchat

LemarrTreadwell Mar 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Cathy. Increased equity to me means this! Equality vs. equity. Equality on the left and equity on the right #isedchat

In reply to @ckoos1, @Mrskmpeters

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Gosh, this #isedchat just flew by!

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:55 PM EDT

More tool, than OER. Don't think they have open licenses on their content. #isedchat

In reply to @ckoos1, @GetKahoot

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Thanks for joining this week’s #isedchat! Don’t forget to follow your new connections from tonight!

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Invite those that are early adopters to have time to spend connecting with those who might take part. #isedchat

In reply to @1DanLawson

LemarrTreadwell Mar 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Happy Friday #isedchat PLN. Have a great weekend everyone. Thank you for moderating @ckoos1 you

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ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT

I need to carve out some time to read the links you posted tonight. #isedchat

In reply to @Mrskmpeters

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Lots of good stuff tonight! A special thank you to @MrsKMPeters! #isedchat

In reply to @Mrskmpeters

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Thanks for having me! #isedchat

In reply to @ckoos1

jwalkup Mar 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT

But u can keep a textbook around for 10 years. With digital books, gotta renew license every year. #isedchat

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Glad you were here, Susan. Hope to see you soon! #isedchat

s_bearden Mar 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thank you @Mrskmpeters for sharing your expertise with us tonight, and to @ckoos1 for organizing #isedchat! #rockstars

In reply to @Mrskmpeters, @ckoos1

ckoos1 - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Excellent point not brought up. You should investigate this before making decisions. #isedchat

In reply to @jwalkup, @LemarrTreadwell

Mrskmpeters Mar 30 @ 9:59 PM EDT

If they are openly licensed, there is no fee. They are free + permissions. #isedchat

In reply to @ckoos1, @jwalkup, @LemarrTreadwell