#ctedu Archive
#ctedu is a great way for Connecticut educators to share teaching strategies, educational resources, and more.
Tuesday March 8, 2016
8:00 PM EST
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Welcome to please share with us who you are, where you are from, and if you are joining us Saturday!
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Hi ! I'm Alexa, an elem tech leader in Danbury and a Google for Edu Certified Trainer.Soooo pumped for this Saturday!
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Welcome to - Rob from Norwalk. social studies/lead tech coach.
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(and apparently I'm so excited I added an extra camp in )
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Hey gang! Jimmy from Stamford checking in. 5th grade Humanities teacher and proud organizer. . Going to be great Sat!
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Sharon and passionate educator co-founder
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hahah I was cracking up at that
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Hi ! I'm a LMS in Greenwich and am still pumped from last Saturday's ! Also excited about !
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Hello Nancy- we're excited as well. Can't wait to meet on Saturday.
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awesome, Nancy! Be sure to come and say hi to us! Stoked you'll be joining us this weekend.
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Hi ! So glad you'll be joining us!
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awesome to have you here!
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Hi everyone! Kathy from east Granby. Popping in and out
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Good Evening ! Melissa from Stamford! 3rd grade teacher
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Hi Emily! Tonight we'll be using as well as :)
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Hi all, looking forward to finally meeting you Saturday. Instructional Technology Director, Darien
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Hey Kathy! How are you feeling???
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Hi - Marifran, hs librarian from across the border in NY - looking forward to this weekend!
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Yes! So glad you're coming!!
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Looking forward to it Marc.
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Good evening everyone Sean from Stamford 4th Grade teacher . Sat. can not come fast enough .
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schweet! Stoked you're making the trip. Going to be a great day of learning.
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Hi Marc!! Looking forward to meeting you on Saturday!! Are you at one school in Darien or multiple?
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Whoop whoop! Loving this crowd!
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better! Thank you! Good day of rest!
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this Saturday holds great collaboration, giveaways and pizza! Via
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Yay!! Oh I"m so glad! Good enough to go back tomorrow?
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me too. It's my favorite PD for sure.
Love connecting with other educators to help kids.
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so glad you will be there!
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please do follow me! I would follow you!
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Hey Abbe! Can't wait to see you on Saturday!!
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As long as it doesn't feel like stalking - I see you more than some people I work with!
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Hi Marifran! Excited to see you on Saturday!!
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Hey Abbe thanks for joining us this evening.
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hoping to pull some NYers along with me - if not, I'm lone-wolfing it!
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Looking forward to a great day!
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And an awesome collection of books!!
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So what do you think will be the hot topics at ?
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Q1: what is the draw is the Unconference model?
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Hi, all! Running late! Maura from NF Middle! Looking forward to Saturday!
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Wish I was going on Saturday 😢 August though definitely!
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We're currently at 175 amazing educators for Saturday's event. Going to be great.
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I have to save the date for August and sign up early enough too@
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was trying to meet at a midway point between us - Norwalk seemed about right
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A1: Def the fact that is is participant led. No more sitting thru BORING PD that someone else plans. EdCamp is all about YOU.
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A1: Draw to an unconference model is CHOICE to attend what you'd like. And the rule of two feet. Doesn't fit your needs, you leave.
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let's make sure to meet up! It's right by my house!
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I want to thank for supporting 2016
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A1: It's the powerful conversations that happen at lunch, in the hallway, or at sessions.
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A1: the ability to shape your own learning - just what we encourage our Ss to do https://t.co/Qzi7wAtJ2l
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Q1: what is the draw is the Unconference model?
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A1: The draw is learning from experts on the front line AND choosing what I want to learn about and what will be helpful to me.
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i know! So sad! Wanted to officially meet you!
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A1.The unconference model provides choice, voice and amazing conversations. It's about the
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A1: The opportunity for choice and choose your own learning - plus the constant collaboration with others
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A1: Also, I love the vibe of being around like-minded educators. The air just fizzles! Wish I could bottle it up
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We are all different. Finding what is of interest to us is powerful learning!
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I totally agree! https://t.co/bigH54UnNh
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A1: Also, I love the vibe of being around like-minded educators. The air just fizzles! Wish I could bottle it up
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there's a pretty good Ocean State Job Lot in Windsor Locks where we can shop in Aug
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A1: So many times the sessions and conversations turn into real change!
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I find the edcamp/ Unconference model creates authentic learning and collaboration
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A1: Passion meeting passion...love to feel the connection to other educators!
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A1: I really enjoy connecting collaborating. I also like moving digital conversations to real face to face convo.
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A1: I also like that I can move around... as my friends know I have a hard time sitting still! :)
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there are 3 in a 30 mile radius from Ethel walker.
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I want to join! This looks like the really cool group at ! Chris here...joining late...from Ontario.😊😊😊
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C'mon in, Chris!! We are awesome.
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thanks for joining. We like our small, yet mighty chat!
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Hey ... Cool about Saturday's ! Is there a reason you can't walk out of a session at a regular conference?
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Q2: and when attending an Unconference what do you hope to gain
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we love having you join us
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also a Walmart, a couple TJ max Nd more! Stick with me ladies!
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Hi Chris from Ontario!! I'm a former Ontario-ian!
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A1: Way more relaxed atmosphere, so many options and opportunities, awesome networking, learning is second to none!
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Oooo...this sounds like fun! When we going?
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A2: To gain new knowledge that I can use in my class TOMORROW. Create new connections with other educators who share same passion.
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did you Google that? Or are you just a fan of the OSJL? It's a novelty for me - visit every time I'm in town
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Ehh, I'd say that most people find it rude. But at EdCamp, its a RULE. You do you! Find a sess that fits.
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Challenge: Tag someone in a tweet or shoot someone an email inviting them to - they signup and come - you get a shirt.
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A2: Connections and skills to try something in my class the next day. Last year I learned bloggin & started w my class the next week
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A2: I want to grow my PLN, leave with lots of new tools in my toolbelt, and just buzzing with ideas.
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A2: Always looking to find new avenues to reach the most challenging Ss...the ones who need us the most!
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totally agree. It is relaxed, but also so driven by passion. That's what I love.
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A2: what I love about is you never know what you will learn but I know I will learn something awesome
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Sincere thanks for the very warm welcome! You all ROCK! OK...down to business...
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A2 Just wrapped up this past Sat. Look to gain expertise from peers & connections to bounce ideas off in future.
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2015 literally changed my life. For realz. It ended up being the catalyst that altered the course of my career.
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A2: Knowing I will take something away I can use makes getting up so early on a Saturday more acceptable!!
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We will be selling limited shirts on Sat for $10
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A2: seeing the model in action- first one for me. Connecting & collaborating on good things for teaching and learning
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A2: ideas, inspiration - and F2F connecting w some digital friends https://t.co/R58WDIUVDU
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Q2: and when attending an Unconference what do you hope to gain
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I went to my 1st one last year -- you are going to LOVE it! It's amazing, inspiring, exciting, fun!!
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I would love to attend but I have class all weekebd. Maybe next time. sounds amazing to choose topics and share info
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I never made any comments - talk to
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A2: I hope to learn something that is relevant, timely, exciting, and that I can do tomorrow! (Actually, the next school day.)
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Can somebody please 'hit me' with Q2? 😊
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I think that is something else that is cool - you can use what you learn right away vs. maybe we will never use it?
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be sure to follow the hashtag for remote learning. .
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Q2: and when attending an Unconference what do you hope to gain
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I wonder what awesome presenter taught you about that? It sounds amazing
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that's the key. We must continue the conversation after the event is over. .
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If you are an regular why? If you are new to it, what questions do you have?
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isn't it amazing when that happens? It's like starting your career all over again - w tons of prev experience
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A2: Growth of my PLN and new friends who are passionate about learning and teaching! New ideas are always an awesome 'outcome'!
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It has been awesome/terrifying/relieving/all wrapped into one!
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I think everyone will want to meet
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You're simply the best! Thank you!
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Now you know you want to make the trip to CT!!
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Q3: If you are an regular why? If you are new to it, what questions do you have?
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makes you wonder how some are not connected. So much great sharing.
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it's a wonderful model. Have done ParentCamp. Luckily there can be enough passion in the room to keep people there.
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would love hear more about parent camp. are you coming to ?
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appeals bc it is Ts teaching Ts. So much expertise & energy focused on professional passion. Not pushed by adm or co.
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conversations around what I learned and checking in with colleagues
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Ooo...I know her!! I want an autographed copy! So cool!
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A3:You hit the ground running at edcamps. I learn more there than anywhere else.It's changed how I approach reg conferences, pd.
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'Immediate' application opportunities are so important if we want new learning to really 'stick'!
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A3: Simply put, it has become a part of my life. My crew has become friends. I love sharing my knowledge & gaining more.
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Peer pressure. He'll have to.
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A3: Even though I am a Nana/old lady, has reignited my fires! Talking with passionate Ts reminds me why I love teaching!
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A3: You get to choose the focus of what works best for you
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Can't wait until Saturday.
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What is powerful is that a thing like came together but connecting passionate educators who did not know each other
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I completely agree. And the connections that are made sustain you when things get tough
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Power of the Unconference is the level playing field for all Edus
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The and mostly planned our event via Voxer, too. Great tool to use as well to connect.
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photos with you and clam pies right
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Breakdown the hierarchy to be better for the Ss we serve. The smartest person in the room is...... https://t.co/VDZgvGcqQy
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Power of the Unconference is the level playing field for all Edus
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A3: I love edcamps because each is different, I learn from the REAL giants in the field: the teachers! & I meet lots of nice people!
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So $10 for a shirt $10 for a boom an d$10 for a pic of eating clam pizza
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can the photo booth be right next to your autograph table, Sharon?
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We have clam pie coming just for him!
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And love love love that supports grassroots PD so much. A massive thank you to them!
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This is so true https://t.co/SExwn6GaKI
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The and mostly planned our event via Voxer, too. Great tool to use as well to connect.
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This is a smart educator https://t.co/SMLs4rnz98
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Breakdown the hierarchy to be better for the Ss we serve. The smartest person in the room is...... https://t.co/VDZgvGcqQy
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Power of the Unconference is the level playing field for all Edus
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had at US Dept. of Ed. Planned by et al. based on EdCamp model. Thinking about this weekend!
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If you are an educator in driving distance you must join us Saturday! You will walk away empower and invigorated
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So appreciate the peer pressure but just not possible for me right now. Makes me kind'a sad! 😢
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Challenge--Tag someone in a tweet or shoot someone an email inviting them to - they signup and come - you get a shirt.
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Thanks to for being a Platinum Sponsor for so we could get for lunch!
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follow on Saturday to join from afar
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Are you coming to this weekend at Brien McMahon hs?!
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See y'all on Saturday! Looking forward!
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did that a couple of weeks ago!
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There are lots of edcamps going on around the country on Saturday. Get your tweetdeck fired up!
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A3: What's the greatest benefit of over 'traditional' PD?
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Sincere thanks! Know that I'll be thinking of all of you!
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love it. Def stop by and say hello!
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Will we see you Saturday ?
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As we know with students learner driven is more effective and engaging
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Thanks for joining us! Every Tuesday at 8pm.
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Looking forward to catching up with friends and meeting new people. I love
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Phone a friend and bring a friend Rhey won't regret it!
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Thanks for a great chat! Can't wait until August!
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It was an honour and a privilege to join this group tonight...truly!
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Let's get fired up; let's get fired up!
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August?!? See you Saturday we hope!
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Absolutely...great respect for student voice and student passions when it comes to learning!
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Thanks for sharing with us! Join us next week same place same time. .
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please follow Saturday to share and learn
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A3: The ideas that you get from Ts are more valuable and exciting from edcamp
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Thx for the warm welcome - looking forward to F2F meetings this Saturday!
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I agree 100% Can’t wait!
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Ok I expect everyone to pony up $10 for one of the greatest books ever written by and
