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MrsMurat Feb 18 @ 8:00 PM EST

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MrsMurat Feb 18 @ 8:00 PM EST

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rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:02 PM EST

Hello everyone and welcome to #mdeschat!!Take a minute to introduce yourself. For fun-what current event caught your attention in the news?

learnwholeheart Feb 18 @ 8:03 PM EST

Only on my way home now. #MDESCHAT

lindamcToth - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:04 PM EST

#mdeschat Hi All, Linda, a principal in Pasadena...

Speak4Power - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:04 PM EST

Janice, #SLP #teamFelegy hard to avoid the campaign or Flint, Michigan #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:05 PM EST

@lindamcToth Hello, my poetic friend! I'm always impressed by your creativity. :-) #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:05 PM EST

@Speak4Power I totally agree... both topics are certainly hot these days. I was surpised by the Pope joining in today! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:06 PM EST

Walter, principal, Hyattsville, MD. Charged up about the governor's funding of the arts! #mdeschat

lindamcToth - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:06 PM EST

#mdeschat Thanks! News story - a teen in Fl passed himself off as an alternative doctor.

jazzmeister2013 Feb 18 @ 8:06 PM EST

Hello all! Greg- 2nd grade, #TeamFelegy. Tweeting while enjoying Black History Month program at Hyattsville MS. Awesome! #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:06 PM EST

@WalterReap Hello! Do tell--- seems as thought I'm not current on this topic! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:06 PM EST

Chris, elementary principal in Glen Burnie, MD, #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:06 PM EST

@lindamcToth Oh my. Didn't hear that one either! #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:07 PM EST

@jazzmeister2013 Thanks for joining and multitasking! #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:08 PM EST

So the news story tonight that surprised me was the hospital that paid ransom money to unlock their system. #mdeschat

jen_quirino Feb 18 @ 8:08 PM EST

Jen in Pasadena...today's news: the teen in Florida, posing to be a doctor, across from a hospital #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:08 PM EST

@rachelamstutz About 2 million dollars in grant opportunities. I am hoping to see more collaboration between Ts and artists. #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:08 PM EST

@jen_quirino Hey there--- good to see you again today! How did I miss this story?! #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:08 PM EST

@WalterReap Yeah--so it's good news!!!! #mdeschat

miss_gingerann Feb 18 @ 8:09 PM EST

Ginger Henley Principal Crofton Elem. #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:09 PM EST

#mdeschat Mike from PG county. Library Media Elem.

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:09 PM EST

Tonight we'll be using the Q1/A1 formation. Make sure to use our hashtag #mdeschat Q1 coming up

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:09 PM EST

@rachelamstutz Oh my gosh, YES, I saw this one! #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:11 PM EST

Q1 In your current experience, would you say current events local,country and/or world are taught-routinely,some,or rarely? #mdeschat

lindamcToth - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:12 PM EST

#mdeschat A1 In my intermediate grades current events and/or news is definitely being used during Tchg. Not in primary.

jen_quirino Feb 18 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1 Some in intermediate. Have not observed in primary. #mdeschat

lindamcToth - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:13 PM EST

#mdeschat Newsela definitely helps to bring current topics up to discussion.

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:13 PM EST

@lindamcToth Great point! There are some tools gaining traction. #mdeschat

MandaJackson16 Feb 18 @ 8:14 PM EST

Manda 3rd grade teacher Upper Marlboro MD #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Feb 18 @ 8:14 PM EST

@learnwholeheart Siri isn't the best tweeter!! #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:14 PM EST

Q2 At what age do you believe current events should be incorporated into instruction? #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1. Some, but not enough, it can be challenging for teachers to select "appropriate" events to discuss #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:15 PM EST

@principal64 Great point... that leads right into one of the upcoming questions :) #mdeschat

miss_gingerann Feb 18 @ 8:15 PM EST

A1: yes! But There is hesitation with many current events due to opinions and possible controversy #mdeschat

MandaJackson16 Feb 18 @ 8:16 PM EST

This year we use Nat Geo and there are a lot of interesting current science articles. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:16 PM EST

A1: Current events are strategically woven into the curriculum when Ts/Ss can align standards and navigate curric. docs. #mdeschat #rarely

lindamcToth - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:16 PM EST

#mdeschat A2 I believe it is based on the interest of the Ss. Do the Ss bring it up?

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:17 PM EST

#mdeschat Try https://t.co/3fS2cQi8oP from the @smithsonian

miss_gingerann Feb 18 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2: if appropriate it can start in Kindergarten. Current events creates connections for students with their learning in classroom #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:17 PM EST

@mrterborg Thanks for sharing! I saw this earlier this week as I was exploring this topic. #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:17 PM EST

#mdeschat also many parents choose to shield Ss in primary from difficult or controversial news https://t.co/PJxQVaZ7gk

principal64 - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1. Some, but not enough, it can be challenging for teachers to select "appropriate" events to discuss #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: Current events are always knocking on the doors of our schools; should NOT take a tragedy before we open our doors to them! #mdeschat

lindamcToth - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:18 PM EST

#mdeschat A2 I believe age also can indicate the depth a topic should be explored.

jen_quirino Feb 18 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: Kindergarten if the teacher selects the appropriate event. Common sense is not common! #mdeschat

lindamcToth - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:19 PM EST

#mdeschat Too true! https://t.co/W6cI6o613K

jen_quirino Feb 18 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: Kindergarten if the teacher selects the appropriate event. Common sense is not common! #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:19 PM EST

Q3 coming up.... it has a two part answer.... please share your thoughts about both sides of it! #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:19 PM EST

What part of Nat Geo? Could you elaborate? #mdeschat https://t.co/9CmMGWo4JF

MandaJackson16 Feb 18 @ 8:16 PM EST

This year we use Nat Geo and there are a lot of interesting current science articles. #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:20 PM EST

Q3 What topics do you feel are inappropriate for elementary school students? Which do you feel are appropriate? #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:20 PM EST

#mdeschat Where are the questions posted? I never seem to see them. Thanks.

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:20 PM EST

@lindamcToth When we create student-centered learning spaces, the age and depth of the exploration are facilitated by Ss. #mdeschat #inquiry

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:21 PM EST

@mrterborg Tonight I'm sending them out. I try to lead with the question number. You may want to follow me or search under the #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:21 PM EST

@WalterReap So true! Creates relevance. #mdeschat

lindamcToth - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:22 PM EST

#mdeschat I agree https://t.co/ZaImd2qRvJ

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:20 PM EST

@lindamcToth When we create student-centered learning spaces, the age and depth of the exploration are facilitated by Ss. #mdeschat #inquiry

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:22 PM EST

@rachelamstutz I'm watching #mdeschat Only see the answers. I'll look under you. Thanks. It happened to me on multiple chats.

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:23 PM EST

A3: The current events that are not appropriate are the ones the teacher does not feel trained to connect to learning standards. #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:23 PM EST

@rachelamstutz See it on your feed not on #mdeschat.

principal64 - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3. Tough question, you kind of have to use your parent hat and select events that are developmentally appropriate #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:24 PM EST

@WalterReap Great point... there has to be a reason we are discussing the topic and for that, it must connect to standards. #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3 topics need to developmentally appropriate. Ss are not equipped for violence or terror. #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:25 PM EST

#mdeschat That's such an open question. Es keep it on the fun and light. or at least not traumatic.

jen_quirino Feb 18 @ 8:26 PM EST

A3: 😀 conservation, environment, character ed 😁 health topics that require parental consent #mdeschat

DrBrianCook Feb 18 @ 8:26 PM EST

New Post: "Tinkering in AS Program" https://t.co/LBtgNcoiFw #mdeschat #mschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:26 PM EST

A3 Local interest stories/issues can be a good launching point...ie related to the Bay or local homelessness. #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:27 PM EST

Q4 coming up! #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:27 PM EST

Q4 What are the challenges of discussing current events with elementary school students? #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:27 PM EST

Recess, lunch, and riding the school bus can be tragic for Ss. #mdeschat https://t.co/vyqYeW03Pb

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:25 PM EST

#mdeschat That's such an open question. Es keep it on the fun and light. or at least not traumatic.

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:29 PM EST

A3: Social media and digital citizenship are vital; teaching Ss responsible media behavior is key. Should begin early and often. #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:29 PM EST

A4 trauma, Psych issues, fear that it will happen, even talking about cyber stuff can lead to fear - things like safety. #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:30 PM EST

#mdeschat A3 I think the presidential campaign is a fertile for discussion at many levels. - what makes a good president - how process goes

lindamcToth - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:30 PM EST

#mdeschat A4 Sometimes Ps don’t want their child exposed to topics.

principal64 - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:30 PM EST

A4. I think teachers are challenged to avoid presenting ideas from a biased viewpoint, need to show both sides of an argument #Mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:31 PM EST

@WalterReap Even just walking in the door #homesick. #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:31 PM EST

@principal64 Great point--- as the school we are a neutral entity and must make sure we aren't biased. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:31 PM EST

A4: A challenge w/ young Ss is the range of experiences Ss bring to school and how to align experiences with diverse perspectives. #mdeschat

jen_quirino Feb 18 @ 8:31 PM EST

A4: Ending the conversation at the appropriate time #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:32 PM EST

@Speak4Power Love your perspective! Some would avoid it for the controversy. But... the procedural components are important! #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:32 PM EST

Q5 coming up ... #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 18 @ 8:33 PM EST

Not really effectively multitasking. Program was fantastic! Great to see former Ss perform. Catching up on the conversation. #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:33 PM EST

There's a book for ALL of those settings, right? Your role is vital to bridging these learning opps. #mdeschat https://t.co/ZgPrfkCzsv

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:31 PM EST

@WalterReap Even just walking in the door #homesick. #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:33 PM EST

@principal64 Doesn't have to be. Librarians try to do this all the time. #mdeschat.

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:34 PM EST

Q5 Although we've shared some challenges,what are the benefits or the reasons we should use current events in elem. instruction? #mdeschat

JimSarto Feb 18 @ 8:34 PM EST

#mdeschat Remaining informative yet age-appropriate

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:35 PM EST

@WalterReap Absolutely. Thanks for the appreciation. #mdeschat.

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:35 PM EST

Perspectives and being open-minded are key! Takes a lot of practice to withhold judgement. #mdeschat https://t.co/QyKIGE4YWu

principal64 - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:30 PM EST

A4. I think teachers are challenged to avoid presenting ideas from a biased viewpoint, need to show both sides of an argument #Mdeschat

MandaJackson16 Feb 18 @ 8:35 PM EST

A5: So students gain exposure to a variety of text. #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:35 PM EST

#mdeschat it could teach respectful disagreement in discussion. Valuing diverse opinions. Careful balance https://t.co/sk0G5zHaCo

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:32 PM EST

@Speak4Power Love your perspective! Some would avoid it for the controversy. But... the procedural components are important! #mdeschat

jen_quirino Feb 18 @ 8:36 PM EST

A5: Awareness & some students don't have the opportunity to talk about current events outside of school #mdeschat

lindamcToth - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:36 PM EST

#mdeschat A5 To teach students how to think through a topic, and realize there are two sides

principal64 - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:36 PM EST

A5. We need to help students develop their thinking skills in the context of solving real world problems #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:36 PM EST

@Speak4Power #mdeschat Healthy discussion. Maybe we can heal the rift?

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:37 PM EST

@Speak4Power You always remind me that it's not all about reading and writing... listening&speaking are so critical! Powerful use #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:37 PM EST

A5: Helps Ss begin to understand how the world works and helps them to gain perspective beyond what they directly experience. #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:37 PM EST

@principal64 So true... we don't get to tell students what to think, but current events opens a door that makes then THINK #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:38 PM EST

@rachelamstutz #mdeschat If you get tired of the present. Check out #primarysources from @libraryofcongre and the @SILibraries

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:38 PM EST

@WalterReap So important in all settings, but especially less diverse settings. Exposure to the real world and real issues. #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:39 PM EST

Q6 Coming Up.... #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:39 PM EST

#A5? Another possibility Wayback machine #mdeschat https://t.co/Fdyg4bdvbN

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:39 PM EST

Q6 What are the easiest ways to increase the infusion of current events/knowledge of the world around us into our elem schools? #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:41 PM EST

A5 Another benefit of using current events is student engagement.They can't help but be drawn into things that happen around them! #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:41 PM EST

A6 images, audio, video, newspapers -real tangible, physical ones, #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:42 PM EST

A5 the court case to have unlock a terrorist's phone is full of privacy, free speech and the need to investigate #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:42 PM EST

A6. Encourage students to investigate their interests and bring in articles to share, reciprocal teaching #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:43 PM EST

@rachelamstutz My Ss love the primary sources from history. We've been on a Revolutionary & Civil War kick as well as the Apollo #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:43 PM EST

@principal64 I remember having that as homework as a elem/middle school student!! It was interesting! Allows choice, perspective #mdeschat

lindamcToth - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:43 PM EST

#mdeschat A6 Saw great lesson in3rd - Ss researched information based on article and then debated both sides.

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:43 PM EST

@Speak4Power That's a good one. Especially with a discussion about digital footprints #mdeschat

jen_quirino Feb 18 @ 8:43 PM EST

A6: class meetings, question of the day, multimedia #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:44 PM EST

A6: Use pictures and ask Ss to talk about what they see then ask how do you know why do you believe that; close read a picture! #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:45 PM EST

A6 I believe every school needs to have world/local maps on display so students see how big the world is and connect news to life #mdeschat

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mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:46 PM EST

@rachelamstutz What about #mysteryskype and #mysterynumber activities? Great projects for collab. #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:46 PM EST

Q7 Coming Up.... just two more questions for tonight! #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:46 PM EST

@mrterborg Love those! How cool to collaborate with others to talk about current events, expand perspective! #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:47 PM EST

Q7 What are resources you've found that are geared towards the elementary audiences that bring current events into instruction? #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 18 @ 8:48 PM EST

@lindamcToth For persuasive wrtg w/ 4th graders, Ss argued for or against more recess time, using current articles to support. #mdeschat

jen_quirino Feb 18 @ 8:48 PM EST

A6: Years ago, I had "Channel 1" in the classroom. News by students and for students...Ss really liked the 8 min start of the day #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:49 PM EST

A7 A colleague in my PYP years introduced me to an email you can sign up for called Our Little Earth for global news summaries. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 18 @ 8:49 PM EST

@rachelamstutz Ss are working on volcano research. Mesmerized by Google Earth app today. Seeing the world, and where they live. #mdeschat

MandaJackson16 Feb 18 @ 8:49 PM EST

A7 @NatGeo #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:49 PM EST

@jazzmeister2013 So powerful!!! And so many ways to use Google Earth from math, to science, to social studies, to reading... #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:49 PM EST

@rachelamstutz https://t.co/tImzMpQxSA #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 18 @ 8:50 PM EST

A7- Kids Post has always had good articles that could be used for instruction. Good for informational text and text features. #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:50 PM EST

@jazzmeister2013 I've not seen that one! Thanks for sharing. #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:51 PM EST

#mdeschat A7 Check out - https://t.co/5JxhZt29qM

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:51 PM EST

Q8 coming up. With just 9 minutes left, it's our last question for the evening. Make sure to follow new friends from our chat! #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:51 PM EST

A7: @Tolerance_org @Scholastic @NatGeo @DiscoveryEd @brainpop are all elementary education appropriate and bring in current events.#mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 18 @ 8:51 PM EST

@rachelamstutz It was fun to watch! They found Mount St. Helens and were enthused by the "street view". So engaging! #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:51 PM EST

#mdeschat A7 and https://t.co/rXeV4BKLvD

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:52 PM EST

Q8 How does or could your school use current events to help students develop a belief that they can positively impact our world? #mdeschat

Speak4Power - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:52 PM EST

A7 is there a Washington post for kids? Or a newspaper in the classroom program? #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 18 @ 8:52 PM EST

@WalterReap All are excellent resources! #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:52 PM EST

A7 And https://t.co/xdUrc6YQPJ #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:53 PM EST

@Speak4Power https://t.co/TP4LpNFZLC #mdeschat

miss_gingerann Feb 18 @ 8:53 PM EST

Sounds great! Will look into that #mdeschat https://t.co/gCaDKisEK7

jen_quirino Feb 18 @ 8:48 PM EST

A6: Years ago, I had "Channel 1" in the classroom. News by students and for students...Ss really liked the 8 min start of the day #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:53 PM EST

A8 I think that's the power of education-- kids are growing up in a challenging world,but they can be part of making it better. #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:54 PM EST

A8 #mdeschat Present a problem. Let them solve it. Brainstorm. Present.

principal64 - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:54 PM EST

A8. Studying current events can empower students to take action, they will see themselves as problem solvers #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:54 PM EST

A8 Global research Global Citizen #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:54 PM EST

A8 Reminds me of the advice from Mr. Rogers that circulates after tragedy --Look for the helpers.Spotlight good work being done. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Feb 18 @ 8:55 PM EST

@Speak4Power The Kids Post was in the Washington Post. I'm assuming it's still published, but haven't used it very recently. #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:55 PM EST

@mrterborg Tell me more! How does this work? #mdeschat

WalterReap - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:55 PM EST

A8: I am thinking about a piece of artwork and the MD. Historical Society trunks. Real items Ss can see, touch, and investigate! #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:55 PM EST

@jen_quirino https://t.co/FizawqPMIS Offline at the moment #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:55 PM EST

@miss_gingerann https://t.co/FizawqPMIS offline at the moment #Mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:56 PM EST

@WalterReap Oh year! I remember those! Haven't seen the trunks for a few years...but those are great! #mdeschat

MandaJackson16 Feb 18 @ 8:56 PM EST

Q8: I participated in a program where we raised Bluegills. Ss learned how the lack of Bluegills is harmful to the Chesapeake Bay #mdeschat

miss_gingerann Feb 18 @ 8:56 PM EST

My Ts use current events to teach standard and then have students apply info into a project I.e. Keeping Chesapeake Bay clean #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:56 PM EST

Heard it takes 7 positives to outweigh one negative. Positive stories = Positive Children? #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:57 PM EST

Well, everyone... we've just about reached the end of our hour! Thanks for sharing your ideas and resources! #mdeschat

lindamcToth - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:57 PM EST

#mdeschat Thanks Rachel for leading our discussion. Join us next week as we tackle grading!

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:58 PM EST

A8? Use apps like @TouchCastEdu or @DoInkTweets to green screen presentations and present to class/school/district #mdeschat

rachelamstutz - Moderator Feb 18 @ 8:58 PM EST

@rachelamstutz That's a powerful idea! Makes it even more important to find good happening in our world & share it with students. #mdeschat

mrterborg Feb 18 @ 8:58 PM EST

@miss_gingerann Connect with librarian if you don't She or He can help #mdeschat