Andy Holleman in Anchorage. Former science teacher, mid-level computer skills teacher, site level technology coordinator....retired from all that after 20 years in ASD. Currently a school board member in Anchorage.
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I like so many different resources, but the most inspirational thing for me is people! My professors @UAF and recently, some of the speakers from #ASTE18. #akedchat
Q2: Twitter's education community is my new favorite place for resources and ideas, but Common Sense will always be my favorite. #AkEdChat@CommonSenseEd
A3 It is a must have for me right now! I get access to SO much information! Plus, I look forward to connecting with my colleagues via #AKEdChat on Monday nights!
I think about what my presence "looks" like. This is a professional forum and I need to make sure everything put "out there" is professional. #AkEdChat
I think it is too powerful to be ignored when used between adults. I still can't see using open social media platforms with students.....but there are closed versions that work well.
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#akedchat A3: While I favor opportunities to learn with others in small groups, there is nothing better for professional learning and making connections than social media (especially Twitter!).
A3 I have limited time to be social and would rather do that F2F so I pretty much only use social media for professional purposes. I find Twitter useful to learn from other educators #akedchat
#akedchat I completely agree @SyrahPetersen ! Especially because I don't work in a setting with co-workers in physical range, not even in the same town, so much of my work is online and by phone, I LOVE #akedchat and my online connections!
A3 It is a must have for me right now! I get access to SO much information! Plus, I look forward to connecting with my colleagues via #AKEdChat on Monday nights!
Q3: I like Twitter for the sea of knowledge it provides and Instagram for visual images and digital stories. I am not as active as I probably should be...I am also pretty private, I observe more. #AKEdChat
So, on this question in particular, it seems that old fashioned message boards don't show up that often. But I still use them a lot in other venues....boat issues, motorcycles, photography, RV's.....
Are there any people use for education?
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A4 the little voice on my shoulder says "avoid posting about politics and don't share cat videos" In the end, I want my collection of posts to reflect what matters most in my mission of making a difference for youth and our future #akedchat
Social Media is extremely powerful both positive and negative & must be used w/ intentional very specific care & forethought when used w/ Ss. Ts need to have specific & well-thought-out outcomes in mind to use open social media w/ Ss. Use closed if it works just aswell. #akedchat
Syrah, an elementary teacher got a harsh reminder of that for talking about a student from almost 3 decades ago this week....re: Stephen Miller
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A4: to slow down and proof read your posts! I like Twitter because it is a quick and easy way to get a burst of PD- but sometimes I regret how quickly I typed 😀#akedchat
Share in a way that benefits your community...humor, camaraderie, resources or celebration. Twitter changed my outlook on teaching when I found the tribe there! #akedchat#twitterpd
I set up my Twitter acct for professional use only. I'd have too many worries if I were using 1 handle for personal & professional interactions. #akedchat
Q4: When posting photos that include your peers, ask them for permission before posting :). Not everyone is keen of you defining their digital footprint for them. #AKEdChat
#akedchat A5: I use social media (mostly twitter) professionally. Occasionally, I'll comment on a blog of personal interest. I think that my behavior on and off screen reflects my values. I'm always aware that I'm in public, but it's not much different than my private life :)
Actually, since I am replying on this account, it does reflect core values of the district and dept. On my personal twitter profile, @lwrightelson, it’s more interests. With this profile it’s district initiatives, goals, learning, etc. #AKEdChat
A5: I really value being solution orientated, positive, celebrating the good, and being a life long learner... so yes I believe my presence reflects this. #akedchat
A6: A following! :) That's exactly what some of our students are doing. Using social media to promote great ideas and movements, and simply a safe learning community. #AkEdChat
My current gig is "Policy" The question for me is, does the district provide fertile grounds for growth or unnecessary barriers.
How do we facilitate while keeping kids safe.
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I would like to build connections with more educators around the state. There are some amazing people doing amazing things out there & the more we share, the more all our students benefit! #akedchat
How to do meaningful integration of biotech on the cheap, ways to use tech w/students who may have ltd home access, how to get the tech piece to be more student driven...so many topics! #akedchat
