#ISEDchat Archive

Independent School EdChat.
Thursday February 16, 2017
9:00 PM EST
  • DJFTLL Feb 16 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Carefully curated #k12 & #edtech resources at my global https://t.co/icd47a3ucV edu-library. #ISEDchat #PAedchat #LessonUP #saskedchat
  • MrsMurat Feb 16 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Join us on 2/25 for #digcitsummit as we discuss #digcit & digital leadership. Register here: https://t.co/0wB2oZ4AiJ #isedchat #NGSSchat
  • DJFTLL Feb 16 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Exceptional exhibition of #stuvoice @BrandonHall_Atl & student-driven #pedagogy #ISEDChat #indyschools #edu #colchat https://t.co/CdIWQ8jdwF
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Lets get the show on the road! #isedchat
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:02 PM EST
    We will be using the Q and A format tonight. Q0: Please introduce yourself #isedchat
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:03 PM EST
    And in case you don’t hear right away from me, I am a single parent tonight taking care of two sick kids. #isedchat
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:04 PM EST
    George Phillip from South Bend, IN. I teach social studies and am the Director of Technology Integration. #isedchat
  • lcarroll94 - Moderator Feb 16 @ 9:05 PM EST
    so sorry George! Hope the kids are ok! #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:05 PM EST
    A0: George Phillip from South Bend, IN. I teach social studies and am the Director of Technology Integration. #isedchat
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:06 PM EST
    we have a nasty bug going around school right now. We actually closed tomorrow for a “sick day” #isedchat
    In reply to @lcarroll94
  • DJFTLL Feb 16 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Join #ISEDChat at 9:00 p.m. EST tonight moderated by the masterful @gephillip
    In reply to @gephillip
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:08 PM EST
    welcome Sarah! Make sure you use the #isedchat hashtag so others can join in too.
    In reply to @sarahhanawald, @theatlis
  • lcarroll94 - Moderator Feb 16 @ 9:09 PM EST
    wow. Where are you located? We had lots of sickness last week and luckily had two snow days to clear the air! #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • AssignmentHelpN Feb 16 @ 9:10 PM EST
    #EduAfterHours #sstlap #isedchat #TBookC #SciStuChat #atplc 10 Promises of eLearning: Unrealized or Unrealistic ? https://t.co/tRv8R2gtzw
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:10 PM EST
    we are located in South Bend, IN. About an hour and half from Chicago. #isedchat This will give us a 4 day weekend luckily.
    In reply to @lcarroll94
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: we were always taught to use a planner and write down our homework assignments. #isedchat
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:12 PM EST
    Helps if I spell the hashtag correctly! Q1: How you were taught in school to stay organized? #isedchat
  • massignmenthelp Feb 16 @ 9:15 PM EST
    #EduAfterHours #sstlap #isedchat #TBookC #SciStuChat #atplc #ICEilchat Project based learning https://t.co/u8MMjb1Oxk
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Alright, time for the next question. #isedchat
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Q2: What techniques do you teach your students to stay organized? #isedchat
  • ckoos1 - Moderator Feb 16 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1: Planner, folders, checklists. Loved having a rubric! #isedchat
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A1: I had my Ts teach/demand we get organized by using our required school supplies #isedchat
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:16 PM EST
    welcome Cathy. We still utilize planners with our students too. #isedchat
    In reply to @ckoos1
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:16 PM EST
    what were those supplies? #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2: since I teach 8th graders, I give them more choices. We use tech (iPads) to assist via Renweb and ebackpack for workflow #isedchat
  • ckoos1 - Moderator Feb 16 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2: Take notes, put dates on papers, use planner, remind not to procrastinate #isedchat
  • Learn21Tech Feb 16 @ 9:17 PM EST
    we love @CanvasLMS @HFAPgh #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip, @CanvasLMS, @HFAPgh
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:17 PM EST
    was their any work done with goal setting? #isedchat
    In reply to @ckoos1
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Welcome Rob! #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • Learn21Tech Feb 16 @ 9:18 PM EST
    also use Google Calendar, project planning templates and learnt targets #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • lcarroll94 - Moderator Feb 16 @ 9:18 PM EST
    we still use planners through 8th grade! #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip, @ckoos1
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:18 PM EST
    back in the day, binders, folders, notebooks since we were inundated w/ papers all the time! Brutal! #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:18 PM EST
    welcome Lisa! #isedchat
    In reply to @Learn21Tech, @CanvasLMS, @HFAPgh
  • ckoos1 - Moderator Feb 16 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Great idea! More focus on spreading work out over given time. #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:18 PM EST
    I just used Canvas in a class last fall. It was great! #isedchat
    In reply to @Learn21Tech, @gephillip, @CanvasLMS, @HFAPgh
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:18 PM EST
    does that seem to work for all your students? #isedchat
    In reply to @Learn21Tech
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:19 PM EST
    lots of papers is brutal. #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:19 PM EST
    we distribute as well but Ss are not necessarily required to use them. #isedchat
    In reply to @lcarroll94, @gephillip, @ckoos1
  • Learn21Tech Feb 16 @ 9:20 PM EST
    not all - some need paper but they like the mobile APP; we personalize learning for all Ss so multiple methods ok #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:20 PM EST
    do you have 1:1 tech in your school? #isedchat
    In reply to @lcarroll94, @ckoos1
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:21 PM EST
    exactly! Not all learners learn the same. #isedchat
    In reply to @Learn21Tech
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:21 PM EST
    All of our HW is posted online so if Ss do not use their planners, it's still retrievable #isedchat
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:21 PM EST
    what program do you use for posting assignments online? #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:22 PM EST
    True and not all Ts are the same as some still do not allow Ss to have choices #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip, @Learn21Tech
  • Learn21Tech Feb 16 @ 9:22 PM EST
    We limit home learning @HFAPgh since we mostly a #PBL school and Ss have jobs after school #isedchat
    In reply to @HFAPgh
  • lcarroll94 - Moderator Feb 16 @ 9:22 PM EST
    yes. We are 1-1 in grades 7-8. #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip, @ckoos1
  • ckoos1 - Moderator Feb 16 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Not officially, but pretty much. #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip, @lcarroll94
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2: We try to teach about spacing out assignments and utilizing planners. Nothing to innovative :( #isedchat
  • Learn21Tech Feb 16 @ 9:23 PM EST
    lucky for us that's not a problem at our school! #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX, @gephillip
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:23 PM EST
    we use Renweb for HW, attendance, grading, schedules, communication etc...#isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:23 PM EST
    that is a great idea! #isedchat
    In reply to @Learn21Tech, @HFAPgh
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:24 PM EST
    do you have them use an online calendar then too? #isedchat
    In reply to @lcarroll94, @ckoos1
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:25 PM EST
    we still use Blackbaud’s FAWeb and it is not very user friendly. Moving to something else next year. Use G-classroom too. #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A2: Most beneficial technique I have used with my kids is goal setting and making sure they share their growth in advisory. #isedchat
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:26 PM EST
    we used a small portion of Blackbaud a few years ago. Renweb much better. #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • lcarroll94 - Moderator Feb 16 @ 9:27 PM EST
    we have an LMS with an online calendar. And google calendar is an option. #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip, @ckoos1
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:27 PM EST
    how often do you have Advisory? #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:27 PM EST
    the more Ts and Ss have choices, the more powerful the learning can be! #isedchat
    In reply to @Learn21Tech, @skeeTX
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:28 PM EST
    we have it four days a week for 20 minutes in grades 5-8. #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • Learn21Tech Feb 16 @ 9:28 PM EST
    agree - our Ss write WOOP goals in advisory - 3x a week for up to 70 mins #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:28 PM EST
    can you explain what WOOP goals are? #isedchat
    In reply to @Learn21Tech
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:29 PM EST
    is it mostly check-in to catch up with them? At different times? #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Sounds like goal setting, planners, and calendars are the top choices for teaching organizational skills. Also reflecting on those.#isedchat
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:30 PM EST
    always first thing in the morning M-R. #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Now lets talk about some effective study strategies. #isedchat
  • Learn21Tech Feb 16 @ 9:31 PM EST
    sure - from @TheCharacterLab Wish, Outcome, Obstacle, Plan https://t.co/n3zSIRHbzX #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip, @TheCharacterLab
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Yes, esp for Ss who need more assistance. Need to help them become more self-sufficient #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Q3: How would/do you teach dual coding in your classroom/school? #isedchat
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A3: we do not teach dual coding #isedchat
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:33 PM EST
    We will be discussing learning strategies from this website: https://t.co/jZUxYEdDoa #isedchat
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:33 PM EST
    We will be discussing learning strategies from this website: https://t.co/rJYB651jSS #isedchat
  • Learn21Tech Feb 16 @ 9:33 PM EST
    thanks! I moderate two chats also: #isedchat and #dtk12chat check them out!
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:33 PM EST
    How could you imagine teaching it in your classroom? #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Shouldn't we also incorporate tech skills in the same manner as hard materials? I know it's a preference but those are imp skills #isedchat
  • Learn21Tech Feb 16 @ 9:34 PM EST
    explain? #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • LemarrTreadwell Feb 16 @ 9:34 PM EST
    #isedchat Hi Lisa, @Learn21Tech thank you for the invite. Lemarr Treadwell on the side!
    In reply to @Learn21Tech
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3: I have @IdeaPaint on my desks and walls and we use them to have Ss show visual rep of info. #isedchat
    In reply to @IdeaPaint
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:36 PM EST
    dual coding refers to combining words and visuals. #isedchat
    In reply to @Learn21Tech
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:36 PM EST
    agreed. I know of a few apps you could use to teach dual coding. #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:37 PM EST
    not sure what dual coding is. Is it representational by S of what T shares? #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:38 PM EST
    dual coding refers to combining words and visuals. think infographics. #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:38 PM EST
    Is sketch noting similar to dual coding? #isedchat
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:38 PM EST
    sketching is similar. Sketchnoting would be the perfect example of dual coding. #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:39 PM EST
    I've tried sketchnoting but feel like I stink at it! #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A3: I also have my students create cartoon strips to help them learn with dual coding. My artistic kids love this. #isedchat
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:40 PM EST
    even Picaso stunk at art at first. #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Q4: Another technique is interleaving. It means to switch between ideas while you study. How might you utilize this technique? #isedchat
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:43 PM EST
    As they say, practice, practice, practice. Unless you are Allan Iverson. #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:44 PM EST
    Man, I'm talking 'bout practice! #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4: I teach my students to study 1 subject for 20min. Take a break. Pick subject 2 for 20 min. etc. #isedchat
  • LemarrTreadwell Feb 16 @ 9:45 PM EST
    #isedchat That's too funny, George.
    • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:43 PM EST
      As they say, practice, practice, practice. Unless you are Allan Iverson. #isedchat
      In reply to @skeeTX
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A4: providing Ss with alternative strategies would benefit all of the different learning styles in the classroom #isedchat
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:45 PM EST
    I try to keep it light on here :) #isedchat
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Agreed. Ss learn differently and one size does not fit all. #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:46 PM EST
    good plan. Many think quantity instead of quality as well. Not always true of course. #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:47 PM EST
    Do your schools have learning specialists? Support teams for Ss needing accommodations? #isedchat
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:47 PM EST
    I try. Still have Ss cram, even though we have researched that trend in class. #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Ps highly influential in Ss home study habits as well, detrimental & beneficial depending on family. #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:48 PM EST
    We have one such person at our school. She only sees Ss whose parents want that help. #isedchat Otherwise its up to Ts to find ways
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:49 PM EST
    That is why we talk routines at P/T conferences and back to school night. #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:49 PM EST
    would you benefit from more assistance? Is there a need? Stigma from Ps? #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:49 PM EST
    @lcarroll94 and @ckoos1 you still with us? #isedchat
    In reply to @lcarroll94, @ckoos1
  • ckoos1 - Moderator Feb 16 @ 9:50 PM EST
    Heading to bed. Thank you for hosting #isedchat!
    In reply to @gephillip, @lcarroll94
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:50 PM EST
    Seems there are more Ss in need of additional individualized support. Depending on class size, might be hard for T to accommodate #isedchat
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:51 PM EST
    That is hard to say. I am not truly qualified to answer that question. It depends on Ss needs and Ps ideas of needs. #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:51 PM EST
    sleep well! #isedchat
    In reply to @ckoos1
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:51 PM EST
    that is reason for the big push in personalized learning now. #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:52 PM EST
    I understand. We have a system in place where we can seek assistance from our support team. #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:53 PM EST
    agreed. Does the potentially wide range of learners make that more challenging for Ts? #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • sarahhanawald Feb 16 @ 9:53 PM EST
    That's how my career in #isedchat schools began--as a learning specialist Incredibly rewarding work!
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:53 PM EST
    Last Q for the night. Q5: How do/would you teach retrieval practice? The practice of bringing information to mind? #isedchat
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:54 PM EST
    We certainly have more tools to help individualize ed, but that requires Ts to be able to use those tools to reach all kids #isedchat
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:55 PM EST
    we seem to attract many Ss who learn the same way. #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:56 PM EST
    that’s why PD is so important. #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:56 PM EST
    A5: tech can be useful for Note taking, recording, photos, sharing, researching, app smashing a study guide to personalize #isedchat
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:56 PM EST
    love app smashing. #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:57 PM EST
    Yes, and I'll be taking on a new role next year working g with our curriculum as well as PD. #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A5: I try to teach my students to go back over notes and have someone quiz them. Study what you got wrong, not what you got right. #isedchat
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:58 PM EST
    and a need in all schools! We all want kids to have the proper support for best outcomes! #isedchat
    In reply to @sarahhanawald
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:58 PM EST
    that’s great! #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • skeeTX Feb 16 @ 9:58 PM EST
    quizlet, kahoot, socrative can all help too #isedchat
    In reply to @gephillip
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:59 PM EST
    A5: have Ss make formative quizzes and use them in class. #isedchat
  • gephillip Feb 16 @ 9:59 PM EST
    my kids love kahoot. #isedchat
    In reply to @skeeTX