#ECEchat Archive
We chat every Tuesday night at 8:30-9:30 pm CST. All are welcome, especially EarlyEd teachers, leaders & experts. Co-founded & moderated by @techwnancy @JessicaCabeen & @VealHeidi
Tuesday February 2, 2016
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Hi all I'm so pumped to guest host tonight about Creating with in
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Heading over to to talk & creating! Join me!
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Hi all I'm so pumped to guest host tonight about Creating with in
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Hi friends! I’m Heidi, AP at a bilingual early childhood school in North Tx. I'm live tweeting tonight from Austin, Tx at
We are so pumped for you to hosting tonight!
Hello PLN my name is Nancy. I am an AP on a bilingual early childhood school in N. TX. Looking forward to the learning tonight.
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Katie, Salisbury NC, Kinder ESL Teacher
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Glad to be here. Thanks for telling me about this
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Michelle, K Teacher from TX!
I've been away and I'm ready to connect!!
Heidi Mozoki, Kindergarten Teacher from Baltimore.
Justin from Baltimore, MD. 4th grade teacher & ready to bring it!
Hi ! I'm Sara - a k-5 volunteer in Lake Tahoe. I've taught K-5 and love little ones!
Thanks for joining! I am looking forward to learning with you all!
Andrea Mitchell from Region 10 ESC Preschool Services in Richardson
Lauren from in Houston! 🌃
Ooo I like!! Ready to BRING IT! Welcome!
Keri from SC. K5 teacher and adjunct technology trainer for my district! Excited about this one!!
Hello ! I’m a kindergarten teacher joining from Idaho. I’m hoping to learn a lot from all of you tonight!
Round Rock ISD here for the chat. Looking to help spread Early Childhood Education discussions throughout our district.
Welcome! Thanks for joining! Lots of creating in K!
Hello I'm Jonna I teach K in Georgia. I'm attempting to double chat right now!
Julie, K- 2 counselor, former preschool director, passionate about early childhood
Thanks so much for joining!
Tonight's is about Creating with in the classroom. Here we go!
Hello ! I'm Milangee a 1st grade teacher from NJ. Happy to join the chat tonight!
Hello ! I'm Milangee a 1st grade teacher from NJ. Happy to join the chat tonight!
Welcome Sandra! So amazing to connect with you @ this week!
Hi , Jessica, instructional coach tweeting from
Hi Sara!! I look forward to learning with you! Thanks for joining.
Hello! Thanks for joining!
Q1. What is the importance of creating/creativity in Classrooms?
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hi :) I'm impressed that you're doublechatting. I have enough trouble with one - you rock!
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Cindy Lee. Region 10 Preschool Disability Consultant
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Hello ! I'm Kaylee and I teach Kindergarten in Minnesota. Excited to be here tonight!
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Welcome to tonight! It was a blast to hang out @ with you!
Welcome to tonight! It was a blast to hang out @ with you!
Loving all the K Ts here! Thanks for joining.
Hi good morning from Philippines! Rizza here k-3 physed T
RT Q1: What is the importance of creating/creativity in Classrooms?
Good morning! Thanks for hoping on!
Welcome to tonight Jessica!
It's beautiful here-you guys got more snow the other weekend than we did! Did you have fun during all of your snow days?
A1: Creativity to me is the ultimate intelligence...it's survival intelligence...our Ss need it
A1 - Creativity creates engaging and motivated learners
A1 creativity develops cognitive and HOTS of every S, makes them realize that everything is possible
Welcome to tonight Jessica! It was awesome to co. Ece with you @ https://t.co/gze0kMwj1g
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A1. Creativity allows me to see my Ss true self. I find them to be the most creative when they don't think I am watching.
A1: Creativity is fun and engaging for both teacher and student! It stimulates the experiences our students learn from best.
A1: Creativity opens the door to curiosity, thinking, reasoning, processing, and other higher level skills. It's vital to ECE dev.
A1: Seems like kiddos would rebel quite quickly if they were not allowed to create
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Round Rock ISD here for the chat. Looking to help spread Early Childhood Education discussions throughout our district.
Yes! The connection between creativity and HOTS! Great point!
A1 Our Ss deserve regular opportunities to create and develop sparks that will develop into careers later on.
Welcome Bethany! https://t.co/tZwkw4dwoq
Hello ! I’m a kindergarten teacher joining from Idaho. I’m hoping to learn a lot from all of you tonight!
A1: creativity in an EC classroom teaches kids that they are enough. Their points of view are valuable. They can contribute!
A1-Letting them create builds another level of understanding in their learning. It also gives it value.
A1. Creativity is also the point when my Ss are most vulernable! It's a very special time!
You go girl! https://t.co/KW4U1PfPrC
Hello I'm Jonna I teach K in Georgia. I'm attempting to double chat right now!
Buenas noches from NYC. I am Abe, VP in a 1-3 grade school in NJ.
Q2. In what ways can can be used for creating/creativity in a classroom?
A1 I used to feel like K broke the will of Ss to prepare them for 1-12 but embracing creativity helps maintain their spirit!
RT Q2: In what ways can can be used for creating/creativity in a classroom?
. A1. Creativity drives my instructional practices. The kids love to be creative and so do I!
A1: I think that creativity/creating is the natural state of young children. Sometimes we just need to get out of the way.
Creativity is creating something new & valuable. Encouraging it with our youngest learners = exciting, valuable, & lasting learning
It also tells them you value what they have to say or do. Gives them ownership, which breeds pride and higher self confidence
A1: purpose depends on your curriculum view: social activism? classic truths? citizen prep? All of these scream for creativity
A1: creativity in the early Ed class allows students to express themselves and learn in a fun way!
A1: Importance? The brain craves 4 creativity. The heart loves the result.
Q2 It motivates students to learn and apply their knowledge
A1: Creativity helps Ss to understand the world around them & develop physical, social & emotional skills
Hahahaha...I totally understand! I felt like a stalker 😎 It was great meeting you too! https://t.co/obaXSS79oh
It was so nice mtg you! Sorry I was weird! 😜
A2. Honestly gives Ss the power to direct the learning-and gives me a change to learn from the experts.
A2 so many possibilities from creating stories to learning alphabets and all those skills using apps that can spark that interest
A2. allows for Ss to express their creativity in a variety of ways! It aides as a platform for getting the creativity out!
A1: Creativity is important across all grade levels bc it develops curiosity, engaged, and motivated learners.
Tech can be used in diverse ways in EE such as virtual field trips to enhance understanding. https://t.co/OIxQE0tcEX
A1: Creativity helps Ss expand their imagination and helps them value their talents
A2 Just digital pictures - that’s all you need to create tons of authentic, culturally/linguistically responsive materials!
A2 when creating storyboard or stories children can use drawing apps esp if writing skills are still emerging
A2-They become very proud by showing all they know and it motivates them to do more.
This is a great A2! I love that creativity can help foster confidence, voice & choice, self worth https://t.co/QNm4x93CLW
A1: creativity in an EC classroom teaches kids that they are enough. Their points of view are valuable. They can contribute!
A2: So many good apps! and My Storybook Maker are a few off the top of my head that we use regularly.
A2 It motivates students to learn and apply their knowledge
A2. allows for voice & choice, both which are critical in the creative process. It doesn't place confines on Ss.
A2 throw out all those counting books, replace w/ class made books using photos of school, neighborhood, students, families!
A2: I find is already a creative outlet for human beings. For students it provides alternate methods of creative expression
A2 Because when you create things yourself - you can add any language you need and get the families involved too!
Motivating Ss is key, as well as celebrating their curiosity & creativity!
A2: allows for more variety in creativity and can help students express & share their creativity to a wider global audience
and honestly I LEARN way more from them with then they do from me.
A2: Open ended tech experiences/apps that allow Ss to use their creativity such as Animoto
A2 - Give Ss a choice of apps to use on their device to show what they know.
Yes pictures are so meaningful to Ss. It allows for ownership.
A1: Why limit Ss to think a certain way? We are creative individuals by nature and change with time to adapt to society
A2: gives the quietest S a voice. Ss can use tech to explain thinking, create stories, etc...
Welcome Kaylee! https://t.co/rIbNfc350g
Hello ! I'm Kaylee and I teach Kindergarten in Minnesota. Excited to be here tonight!
A2: Ed tech allows students to learn, express themselves, have fun in many different avenues.
A2 - Technology can allow Ss to practice using multiple language domains
A2: We are 1:1 and use the ipad to create collaborative ebooks. We use the app to share our work with parents.
I like the key word OPEN! Not all apps are made for this. How do you choose which apps are ideal for this?
I agree! can give Ss an authentic audience for their products, wonderings, and writing
Hi Rizza! What are you having for breakfast? Ha! https://t.co/NkYhrBGL8E
Hi good morning from Philippines! Rizza here k-3 physed T
Q3: What tools do you prefer to use when working with students? How do you use it?
Q3: What tools do you use when working with students? How do you use them?
you can say that again! Students are experts!
My Ss love I am always amazed at how many things are waiting for my approval at the end of the day.
allows for so many more choices than Ss previously had, especially for documenting their learning.
A2: Tech is the language they naturally speak. Embrace it. Teacher parents how to use it for the kids' benefit.
Yes!! https://t.co/WrnbCfsnac
A2. allows for voice & choice, both which are critical in the creative process. It doesn't place confines on Ss.
Yes! I was teaching Ss how to use an App, walked away for a sec & Ss were on a roll on their own.
RT Q3: What tools do you use when working with students? How do you use them?
hello! It's good to be with you all today! I ❤ wednesday! I get to recharge with you
agreed-started a coding class last week and already have three Ss exceeding my expectations!
What better reason do you need than this! https://t.co/njkuxPg7dc
A2: gives the quietest S a voice. Ss can use tech to explain thinking, create stories, etc...
Hi, Pre-K teacher, here, jumping in from los angeles
Q3: I love inventioneers as an app to stimulate creative thinking and the problem solving process with little puzzles
A3 - 30 hands, padlet, showme, doodle buddy, chatter pixs, telagami, write about it, dragon dictate, inigma (QR), aurasma
We started using it last February and has totally transformed parental involvement.
A3. Just started a coding club-using BeeBots, Spheros and Daisy the Dino to start...
A3: iPads, QR codes, google earth, and many virtual animal cams for science to name a few.
A3-My Ks use IMovie, Doinks, camera. They love sharing all they create with theirPs.
A3. I love apps that allow my Ss to create & problem solve. is a class fave, as well as (green screen. )
q3 we have used some mindful apps to help students self regulate independently.
A3 - seesaw, skype, unitforliteracy, go noodle
A3: Some of my favs educreations, Pic collage, Chatterpix, chatterbox, toontastic, QR codes, Augmented Reality, Google cardbrd
A2 im using to invite positive behaviors as well as inspire students to do their best
, Story apps, Raz Kids, Montessori Crosswords, Math Slides, Greater Gator, Subitize Tree- FAVES
whew glad I am not the only one who feels that way!
A2: is part of what our students see daily... It's a natural thing for them to be engaged in.
A2 can provide kids with tools to create when their fine motor skills might otherwise limit them
A2: Tech is the language the kids naturally speak. Embrace it. Teach parents how to use that to their kids' educational advantage.
A3: Sts. love code, chatterpix, DoInk, Pic Collage, etc
This is what I love. My Ks who can't put pencil to paper are able to create things that demonstrate their understandin.
A3 we're creating digital alphabet books with book creations app on ipad
A2: We want Ss to use tech to create, advocate and teach and not only be consumers
Honestly trial and error...also look for good recommendations from others
, Number Pieces, Splash Math. Intro whole group then put in centers or small group workshops for assigned practice.
A3. We act out stories every Friday and I allow the children to take turns making videos.
a3 also love dexteria Jr. For a fun spin on fine motor development.
Sometimes this si the best way to do it!
in the words of GIF "see what is behind the screen" too!
So important! I am always looking for ways to incorporate fine motor. https://t.co/cwjkLIpDF8
a3 also love dexteria Jr. For a fun spin on fine motor development.
Q4: How will you incorporate creating/creativity using this week? Remember to share throughout the week using !
Hey | Lurking in on your chat tonight from
completely agree with this! has exposed me to so many apps but I still had to find right fit
WooHoo! Thanks for lurking!
RT Q4: How will you incorporate creating/creativity using this week? Remember to share throughout the week using !
Are your students coding? https://t.co/0zaGOVxQLm
A3. Just started a coding club-using BeeBots, Spheros and Daisy the Dino to start...
never heard of dexteria jr. sounds like fun!
A4. coding club with Principal-such an amazing experience to learn from Ss!
Thanks for a great chat ! There is still a little time to check out as we talk & creating.
A4 This week I want to absorb all has to offer so I can create professional development to assist Ts increase tech in class
A4 create mindmaps or share ideas thru pic collage, educreate, its very S friendly and Ss love the chance to be able to create
A3: We all love borrowing brilliance by using technology! Like all the wealth of info I got from my tribe this week at
a3 hopefully connecting with ss this week!!! Along with having my ss take over our Instagram account
Hey ... I will ask again bc this PLN is too important for it to be only 30 mins. When will it grow to 1 hr? Great stuff tonite!
I like this! Can you share more?
we use constantly. My K Ss will use in math this week to find shapes in our environment and create a collage.
A4-We are working on creating vids of a day in K for our open house.
Yes! Support the Ts so they can support the Ss. Important piece when using
A4: We are going to research catapults on iPads & then construct our own to fire/measure candy heart power! Knight outfit is ready!
Love doing these! I have my class do this! As well as walk through of the school for new Ss. It's comforting.
California representing tonight! Welcome! https://t.co/S6z7OqfrGr
Hi, Pre-K teacher, here, jumping in from los angeles
A4: I model via iMovies, and at every team meeting. Ts love the apps and sharing. Its taking a life of its own!
A4: Ss are using educreations to create & record wrd problems in Math.
I like the research you integrated! We were going to make them but didn't think about the research! Great share!
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Be on the lookout for tonight's Storify. Thanks again for joining You all made it terrific! https://t.co/QQT1XdzK2x
Boom! I just learned about Aurasma and it blew my mind! https://t.co/Z61CMai3D1
A3 - 30 hands, padlet, showme, doodle buddy, chatter pixs, telagami, write about it, dragon dictate, inigma (QR), aurasma
A4: Our 2nd grade book club will use Padlet to discuss their reading.. accessible through Edmodo
Hi Michael!!!! You are amazing! Glad to 'see' you here!
Thank you for awesome tonight. I learned about SO many apps I'm excited to explore!
