#sunchat Archive
A weekly chat for educators from all around the world.
Sunday April 30, 2017
9:00 AM EDT
participatechat
Apr 30 @ 9:00 AM EDT
Participate in the upcoming
#sunchat
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/vbZJZztzH6
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:00 AM EDT
Morning & Welcome Everyone! Jamie,
#sunchat
co-mod here w/lovely
@mssackstein
@susankotch
@tiffanytruitt
Our topic today: Passion Projects!
speakupforeduc
Apr 30 @ 9:00 AM EDT
#sunchat
I am an
#educator
and
#writer
. Being an educator makes me a better
#writer
, and being a writer makes me a better educator
theedpodcast
Apr 30 @ 9:01 AM EDT
#sunchat
Morning all! Shane from AB Canada. Teacher of ELA, drama and film studies. Also a dedicated education podcaster.
supervxn
Apr 30 @ 9:02 AM EDT
Good afternoon from Israel. I'm Noa, a sci T
#sunchat
rebeccagwhite
Apr 30 @ 9:02 AM EDT
Katy tx math interventionist ready to share my passion
#sunchat
susankotch
Apr 30 @ 9:02 AM EDT
#sunchat
WELCOME! Susan from the Jersey Shore! It's not as nice a day as yesterday, so,
#amwriting
today.
MsCommins108
Apr 30 @ 9:02 AM EDT
#sunchat
I love
#writing
and I have recently been trained to deliver sermons. Both have helped me in my
#teaching
susankotch
Apr 30 @ 9:02 AM EDT
what time is it there, Noa?
#sunchat
In reply to @supervxn
theedpodcast
Apr 30 @ 9:02 AM EDT
#sunchat
My main passion project is my podcast. I share my recording expertise with S's now than anything. Just recorded a S rap.
mydesk_not
Apr 30 @ 9:02 AM EDT
#sunchat
GM! 👋🏻Serve as an Instructional Coach for PUSD & facilitate our Parenting Partners Workshops & our PDs for our History Tt!❤️💛💚💙💜
rebeccagwhite
Apr 30 @ 9:03 AM EDT
Katy TX interventionist ready to share my passion
#sunchat
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:00 AM EDT
Morning & Welcome Everyone! Jamie,
#sunchat
co-mod here w/lovely
@mssackstein
@susankotch
@tiffanytruitt
Our topic today: Passion Projects!
susankotch
Apr 30 @ 9:03 AM EDT
What do you write, Chloe? I write, too!
#sunchat
In reply to @speakupforeduc
RavenS_KSU
Apr 30 @ 9:03 AM EDT
Good morning! Raven from Ohio
#sunchat
theedpodcast
Apr 30 @ 9:03 AM EDT
#sunchat
Connecting with other T's via podcast is a daily inspiration, for both practice and encouragement.
GruntledChalkie
Apr 30 @ 9:03 AM EDT
Gday
#sunchat
Carl from 11pm tonight in the land of Oz
BKd204Sci
Apr 30 @ 9:04 AM EDT
Brian, IL...where it is still raining! First
#sunchat
sounds like a great topiic
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:04 AM EDT
Morning Noa! Happy to have you here today!
#sunchat
In reply to @supervxn
historycomics
Apr 30 @ 9:04 AM EDT
I teach social studies through my passion - comics and pop culture! I LOVE sharing w/students - the excitement is contagious
#sunchat
OliviaB_edtech
Apr 30 @ 9:04 AM EDT
Good morning Olivia from Kent State!
#sunchat
carlameyrink
Apr 30 @ 9:05 AM EDT
Send good weather Susan! We're drowning here - I'm starting to feel moldy.
#sunchat
In reply to @susankotch
MrCharlesMartin
Apr 30 @ 9:05 AM EDT
Charles from Calgary, Canada. Good morning.
#sunchat
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:05 AM EDT
Morning Friend! Nice to see you here!
#sunchat
In reply to @susankotch
susankotch
Apr 30 @ 9:05 AM EDT
Welcome, Brian! I think you'll love our
#sunchat
group!
@BKd204Sci
BKd204Sci
Apr 30 @ 9:04 AM EDT
Brian, IL...where it is still raining! First
#sunchat
sounds like a great topiic
Doug_Ranly
Apr 30 @ 9:05 AM EDT
Good morning. Doug, student from Ohio, future educator.
#sunchat
RobinCa5539600
Apr 30 @ 9:05 AM EDT
Im new to this. Can you aid me in getting to the chat for
#sunchat
? I need to participate for an online class I am taking.
In reply to @theedpodcast
susankotch
Apr 30 @ 9:06 AM EDT
Thanks, Jamie! Happy Sunday!
@JamieArmin
#sunchat
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:05 AM EDT
Morning Friend! Nice to see you here!
#sunchat
In reply to @susankotch
rashidfdavis
Apr 30 @ 9:06 AM EDT
'A surreal moment': NYC star and new Panther beat the odds
https://t.co/sPm2IWDT12
via
@nypostsports
#sunchat
#thisweek
#hacklearning
#hope
Gavin_Sonntag
Apr 30 @ 9:07 AM EDT
Hi everyone! My name is Gavin, I'm a preparing to student teach!
#sunchat
speakupforeduc
Apr 30 @ 9:07 AM EDT
#sunchat
Passionate about researching
#educational
practices and trends. Staying current is one of my best qualities as a
#teacher
ms_schoenthal
Apr 30 @ 9:07 AM EDT
Good morning
#sunchat
from Cali. I am a new English and math teacher trying to find ways to link my passion for both subjects.
#musedigped
susankotch
Apr 30 @ 9:07 AM EDT
We had great weather yesterday, Carla, but not today.
@carlameyrink
#sunchat
My sister in law was just there last week, rain...
In reply to @carlameyrink, @carlameyrink
Dr_LMR
Apr 30 @ 9:08 AM EDT
Hi
#sunchat
friends! Lena Marie from MA joining this morning!
rebeccagwhite
Apr 30 @ 9:08 AM EDT
Sustainable living is my passion in my daily life and share with my students
#sunchat
watertankmath
Apr 30 @ 9:08 AM EDT
Morning
#sunchat
from KS! Had the pleasure of joining in on
#AussieEd
earlier today, now anxious for this chat!
#math
#mtbos
#homeschooling
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:08 AM EDT
Welcome Robin! You're already doing great! Just remember to use
#sunchat
in all of your tweets.
RobinCa5539600
Apr 30 @ 9:05 AM EDT
Im new to this. Can you aid me in getting to the chat for
#sunchat
? I need to participate for an online class I am taking.
In reply to @theedpodcast
rashidfdavis
Apr 30 @ 9:08 AM EDT
Byrd-Bennett sobs while trying to explain corruption, gets 4 1/2 years in prison
https://t.co/66fZAZOKw7
#sunchat
#thisweek
#hacklearning
mrclinefhs
Apr 30 @ 9:08 AM EDT
Hello from rainy IN; Kevin, SS and still a bit tired from prom last night
#sunchat
mydesk_not
Apr 30 @ 9:08 AM EDT
#sunchat
Looking forward to learning @ everyone's personal passion projects! ♥️
#thereisartinheart
#thereisusingenius
#passiondrivenlearning
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:00 AM EDT
Morning & Welcome Everyone! Jamie,
#sunchat
co-mod here w/lovely
@mssackstein
@susankotch
@tiffanytruitt
Our topic today: Passion Projects!
brianrozinsky
Apr 30 @ 9:09 AM EDT
Easy bridge today from
#hacklearning
to
#sunchat
since learning via reading is 1 of my passion projects. I'm Brian. I teach MS Ss Eng in CO.
MsCommins108
Apr 30 @ 9:09 AM EDT
#sunchat
I love
#film
history,
#film
analysis
#Students
who don't like to
#read
can
#connect
to a
#movie
and learn more than we realize
GruntledChalkie
Apr 30 @ 9:09 AM EDT
My passion is my alpacas. We hang out after school and just chill
#sunchat
JennloweryOU
Apr 30 @ 9:09 AM EDT
Jenn from OK here. I'll be in and out this morning.
#sunchat
zonie71
Apr 30 @ 9:09 AM EDT
Good morning! It's drizzly and cold here in SE Michigan. I'm Krista and I teach 5th grade.
#sunchat
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:09 AM EDT
Biggest passion:Volunteering! Organizing community connections & activities, fundraising/supporting new building just built 4 this
#sunchat
supervxn
Apr 30 @ 9:09 AM EDT
My passion is
#gbl
and
#MinecraftEdu
. I try to find as many educators as I can to share it with.
#sunchat
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:09 AM EDT
#sunchat
Ss love 2 share stories including their own projects. I share my love for volunteering & giving back. Supports 4Cs skills!
GruntledChalkie
Apr 30 @ 9:09 AM EDT
Have you applied sustainable living to your house?
#sunchat
In reply to @rebeccagwhite
TeachThoughtPD
Apr 30 @ 9:10 AM EDT
We tend to think about education differently & these 3 days will reflect that. Register for
#Grow17
https://t.co/ns1R3J4XF5
#sunchat
#k12
msdwater
Apr 30 @ 9:10 AM EDT
Good morning! 7th grade ELA teacher in Wisconsin!
#sunchat
JohnWink90
Apr 30 @ 9:10 AM EDT
Are You a Teacher Leader or a Teacher Impeder?
https://t.co/JJaXbBRkaA
#sunchat
#edchat
valerietilton
Apr 30 @ 9:10 AM EDT
Hi
#sunchat
! Valerie from warm cloudy NE FL! I'm a HS Instructional Coach!
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:10 AM EDT
Google's definition of a passion project here. What might you add? I'd add fulfillment & pride!
#sunchat
mrclinefhs
Apr 30 @ 9:10 AM EDT
My primary passions are my kids! I have two boys- 8 and 3- and they get talked about a lot in class 1/2
#sunchat
LeeAraoz
Apr 30 @ 9:10 AM EDT
Literature Circles 2.0: Technology-Infused Book Clubs
#HackLearning
#sunchat
https://t.co/SUIWAatESO
…
susankotch
Apr 30 @ 9:11 AM EDT
You just follow the hashtag
#sunchat
, and everything you post or reply, you use that same # in your tweet. It goes by quickly, don't panic!
In reply to @RobinCa5539600, @theedpodcast
mrclinefhs
Apr 30 @ 9:11 AM EDT
They've become part of my edupassion; I want to be the teacher I want my kids to have!
#sunchat
AngelaAbend
Apr 30 @ 9:11 AM EDT
There's some Sunday morning TRUTH:
#sunchat
Dr_LMR
Apr 30 @ 9:11 AM EDT
My passion is reading and engaging others so they will be just as passionate! Moderate the
#Read4Fun
chat to engage 'grown-ups'!
#sunchat
rashidfdavis
Apr 30 @ 9:11 AM EDT
SUNY Plattsburgh - Alumni Spotlight: Anthony Williams '08, Men's Basketball
https://t.co/It3G6z282u
#sunchat
#thisweek
#hacklearning
#hope
susankotch
Apr 30 @ 9:12 AM EDT
Here is today's topic! Join us now on
#sunchat
9am eastern - 9:30 (or beyond!)
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:00 AM EDT
Morning & Welcome Everyone! Jamie,
#sunchat
co-mod here w/lovely
@mssackstein
@susankotch
@tiffanytruitt
Our topic today: Passion Projects!
OliviaB_edtech
Apr 30 @ 9:12 AM EDT
I was just recently exposed to how mine craft can be used in the classroom and it's pretty neat!!
#sunchat
In reply to @supervxn
thinkLawUS
Apr 30 @ 9:12 AM EDT
Chipotle Teacher Appreciation Day 5/2! BOGO FREE burritos, bowls, salads, or tacos!
https://t.co/zxL9jWOlPL
#HackLearning
#sunchat
😀😀
zonie71
Apr 30 @ 9:12 AM EDT
My passion outside of the clsrm has 2 sides. 1-all star cheer with my DD & 2-learning new tech things for clsrm BOTH I share w/ Ss
#sunchat
speakupforeduc
Apr 30 @ 9:12 AM EDT
#sunchat
#Humor
is my other passion. Try to remember that
#students
and (you!) need to laugh every day
brianrozinsky
Apr 30 @ 9:12 AM EDT
Are you familiar with this book: _Classroom Chef_?
https://t.co/1FO9CygSiu
It might offer some inspiration to connect those dots.
#sunchat
In reply to @ms_schoenthal
MrCharlesMartin
Apr 30 @ 9:12 AM EDT
I love programming. Have been busy for a couple of years now developing a website to help students with mental math strategies.
#sunchat
quickmuse
Apr 30 @ 9:12 AM EDT
Learning via reading?! I'm in!
#sunchat
Ken G. here, learning and reading my way thought the day in bright blue Boston, MA.
#sunchat
In reply to @brianrozinsky
rebeccagwhite
Apr 30 @ 9:12 AM EDT
I just decided to get serious about it two years ago, still in the process, now relocating. I'm struggling.
#sunchat
In reply to @GruntledChalkie
mrclinefhs
Apr 30 @ 9:12 AM EDT
Other than that, the passion is music! And we listen to music occasionally (insert 😉) in our croom!
#sunchat
richbacolor
Apr 30 @ 9:12 AM EDT
You're not kidding. Coffee, sweatpants and hoodie kinda
#puremichigan
morning.
#sunchat
In reply to @zonie71
susankotch
Apr 30 @ 9:13 AM EDT
love that! I volunteer a lot as well. Wish there were more hours in the day to get to all the worthy causes!
#sunchat
@JamieArmin
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:09 AM EDT
Biggest passion:Volunteering! Organizing community connections & activities, fundraising/supporting new building just built 4 this
#sunchat
Dr_LMR
Apr 30 @ 9:13 AM EDT
Also a passionate jigsaw puzzle enthusiast! Trying to find time to assemble a couple of challenging designs I received as gifts.
#sunchat
polonerd
Apr 30 @ 9:13 AM EDT
Who wants to join me for an awesome opportunity? Teach Computer Science & Engineering
https://t.co/hnjuMDZZha
#hacklearning
#sunchat
#tlap
rebeccagwhite
Apr 30 @ 9:13 AM EDT
All advice appreciated
#sunchat
In reply to @GruntledChalkie
valerietilton
Apr 30 @ 9:13 AM EDT
My passion is my students & teachers that I serve!🙏🏻
#sunchat
msdwater
Apr 30 @ 9:13 AM EDT
My passions outside of education are traveling, reading, and gardening! My students hear about all!
#sunchat
zonie71
Apr 30 @ 9:13 AM EDT
My daughter has the same i@pact in me. Would I want my kid in my class?
#sunchat
mrclinefhs
Apr 30 @ 9:11 AM EDT
They've become part of my edupassion; I want to be the teacher I want my kids to have!
#sunchat
Gavin_Sonntag
Apr 30 @ 9:13 AM EDT
Passion: I LOVE
#PBL
tasks & inquiry-based learning. I enjoy researching ways to make learning as authentic as possible!
#sunchat
GruntledChalkie
Apr 30 @ 9:13 AM EDT
We just built a new home. Had to put some things off but slowly getting sustainable. We have bees and veges and solar hot water
#sunchat
In reply to @rebeccagwhite
OliviaB_edtech
Apr 30 @ 9:13 AM EDT
As a future ECE educator this is something I hope to incorporate in my classrooms!!
#sunchat
In reply to @rebeccagwhite
Dr_LMR
Apr 30 @ 9:14 AM EDT
I like those two words as additions!
#sunchat
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:10 AM EDT
Google's definition of a passion project here. What might you add? I'd add fulfillment & pride!
#sunchat
ms_schoenthal
Apr 30 @ 9:14 AM EDT
Yes! I absolutely loved it! Excellent resource. Thank you.
#sunchat
In reply to @brianrozinsky
supervxn
Apr 30 @ 9:14 AM EDT
Agree! What subject do you teach? Have you developed any
#MinecraftEdu
activities?
#sunchat
In reply to @OliviaB_edtech
Dr_LMR
Apr 30 @ 9:15 AM EDT
Sometimes we have to deliberately plan the time to 'escape' so we can find that passion!
#sunchat
In reply to @JamieArmin
JennloweryOU
Apr 30 @ 9:15 AM EDT
Learning new tech is another passion. We bring interests into our room. We used my scuba diving hobby as a way to learn integers.
#sunchat
susankotch
Apr 30 @ 9:15 AM EDT
#sunchat
Love that you bring the importance of the family relationship to school! Builds trust, I'm sure!
@mrclinefhs
In reply to @mrclinefhs, @mrclinefhs
AssignmentHelpN
Apr 30 @ 9:15 AM EDT
#sunchat
9 Points Professors Look for in a Term Paper
https://t.co/TIlvLrRta3
GruntledChalkie
Apr 30 @ 9:15 AM EDT
My wife just did a permaculture course. Learnt so much about zones and placement of vegetation.
#sunchat
In reply to @rebeccagwhite
Elizabethutch
Apr 30 @ 9:15 AM EDT
You sound like me :) As a librarian I suppose that should be no surprise LOL
#sunchat
In reply to @Gavin_Sonntag
RavenS_KSU
Apr 30 @ 9:15 AM EDT
My passions are traveling, exploring nature, and empowering women. These greatly impact my classroom!
#sunchat
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:15 AM EDT
#read4fun
always fabulous Lena! I love sharing my passion 4 reading w/teens & helping non-readers! I was one at their age
#sunchat
Dr_LMR
Apr 30 @ 9:11 AM EDT
My passion is reading and engaging others so they will be just as passionate! Moderate the
#Read4Fun
chat to engage 'grown-ups'!
#sunchat
RobinCa5539600
Apr 30 @ 9:15 AM EDT
Hi all, I'm from Virginia &I'm new to twitter,
#sunchat
rashidfdavis
Apr 30 @ 9:15 AM EDT
"Are Female Athletes Today's Hidden Figures?"
https://t.co/M5SNMA170n
by
@rashidfdavis
on
@LinkedIn
#sunchat
#thisweek
#Hacklearning
#read
BKd204Sci
Apr 30 @ 9:15 AM EDT
I think I have multi-passion disorder 1. family 2. teaching kids...anything 3. cooking 4. acting At least I'm not bored!
#sunchat
susankotch
Apr 30 @ 9:16 AM EDT
Hi Lena - you snuck in without me seeing you! Hope all is well in Mass!
@Dr_LMR
#sunchat
In reply to @Dr_LMR, @Dr_LMR
rashidfdavis
Apr 30 @ 9:16 AM EDT
"For STEM's Sake We Need To Do More Than Talk About Diversity"
https://t.co/gfTcZXQ0n1
by
@rashidfdavis
on
@LinkedIn
#sunchat
#thisweek
Dr_LMR
Apr 30 @ 9:16 AM EDT
I'm just outside Boston! Small world!
#sunchat
In reply to @quickmuse, @brianrozinsky
msdwater
Apr 30 @ 9:16 AM EDT
For example, last Monday my Ss heard about the exciting time I had picking rocks out of my front garden ;) lots of laughs!
#sunchat
Gavin_Sonntag
Apr 30 @ 9:16 AM EDT
Inspire: They always inspire me in the classroom! Inquiry-based learning makes learning relevant & motivating!
#sunchat
Elizabethutch
Apr 30 @ 9:16 AM EDT
I am lucky that my passion is what I do for a living. Helping S's and T's find the joy of learning through reading and libraries
#sunchat
rebeccagwhite
Apr 30 @ 9:16 AM EDT
Wow my new hero!
#sunchat
I was awarded a grant to study in Italy 2 summers ago w/sustainable living and it was an eye-opening experience.
GruntledChalkie
Apr 30 @ 9:13 AM EDT
We just built a new home. Had to put some things off but slowly getting sustainable. We have bees and veges and solar hot water
#sunchat
In reply to @rebeccagwhite
R_H_Steele
Apr 30 @ 9:16 AM EDT
Good morning
#EdSlowChat
family! Here is this week's question from
@TeachmEm
---
#SundayMorning
#HackLearning
#sunchat
#leadupchat
#edchat
OliviaB_edtech
Apr 30 @ 9:17 AM EDT
I am currently a preservice early childhood major and have not personally created anything yet!
#sunchat
In reply to @supervxn
susankotch
Apr 30 @ 9:17 AM EDT
Great to have a jigsaw on a table in the classroom - good brain break for kids (and the teacher!) -
@Dr_LMR
#sunchat
In reply to @Dr_LMR, @Dr_LMR
historycomics
Apr 30 @ 9:17 AM EDT
#sunchat
In reply to @RavenS_KSU
mydesk_not
Apr 30 @ 9:17 AM EDT
#sunchat
♥️my
#Cricut
& have created my own Maker Space @🏡 My passion is wkg on projects 2 support our Tt & better communicate w/our Ss & Pp
AngieMc85
Apr 30 @ 9:18 AM EDT
#sunchat
BIG expectations for the LITTLE ones is my primary passion
#edbeat
#K12ArtChat
#tlap
#leadupchat
#elementaryart
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:18 AM EDT
#sunchat
I block out time for my passion projects! Too important to get left behind or sidelined.
livequiet
Apr 29 @ 5:15 PM EDT
There are 168 hours in a week.
@NeilPasricha
explains why you should reserve 56 hours for your passion:
https://t.co/pSMmFVgTyU
rebeccagwhite
Apr 30 @ 9:18 AM EDT
Is it possible that she can share her favorite parts of that?
#sunchat
GruntledChalkie
Apr 30 @ 9:15 AM EDT
My wife just did a permaculture course. Learnt so much about zones and placement of vegetation.
#sunchat
In reply to @rebeccagwhite
msdwater
Apr 30 @ 9:18 AM EDT
This summer I'm traveling to Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. Some students are helping me decide what to do and see while there!
#sunchat
mrclinefhs
Apr 30 @ 9:19 AM EDT
I teach US History and, especially during 2nd semester (20-21 centuries) there is a emphasis on studying history via pop culture
#sunchat
Dr_LMR
Apr 30 @ 9:19 AM EDT
I can't pass one without adding at least one piece! As love it when I join them too!
#sunchat
In reply to @susankotch
Gavin_Sonntag
Apr 30 @ 9:19 AM EDT
Share: Of course! Ss enjoy meaningful
#PBL
tasks and they LOVE inquiry-based learning. Both aid in developing 21st Century Skills
#sunchat
GruntledChalkie
Apr 30 @ 9:19 AM EDT
I'm sure she can. Might take a bit of time but I'll ask her (11pm here)
#sunchat
In reply to @rebeccagwhite
Doug_Ranly
Apr 30 @ 9:19 AM EDT
My passion is definitely learning and to teach ASL. If I can have even 1 student have the same drive I would feel happy.
#sunchat
mrclinefhs
Apr 30 @ 9:19 AM EDT
Lots of good music; my student prolly get tired of me talking about music 1/2
#sunchat
rebeccagwhite
Apr 30 @ 9:20 AM EDT
Love your passions! That sounds like me to a T. I recently included sustainable living.
#sunchat
In reply to @RavenS_KSU
massignmenthelp
Apr 30 @ 9:20 AM EDT
#sunchat
Tips for Learning Mathematics to Students
https://t.co/4jSNAvgzTZ
GruntledChalkie
Apr 30 @ 9:20 AM EDT
I have a passion for people and just learning things. Everyone is a story
#sunchat
tbresnahan1
Apr 30 @ 9:20 AM EDT
Words of wisdom. Maintain high expectations until the end
@MSSAA33
#edchat
#edchatri
@joesco77
@Chappy8611
#sunchat
LeeAraoz
Apr 30 @ 9:20 AM EDT
This video is helpful for those of us who may still be searching.
#sunchat
How to Find Your Passion
https://t.co/H86mf26e8Z
supervxn
Apr 30 @ 9:20 AM EDT
Well, good luck anyway!
#sunchat
In reply to @OliviaB_edtech
mrclinefhs
Apr 30 @ 9:20 AM EDT
But I tell them that one can learn a lot by looking (or listening) to what a society finds entertaining 2/2
#sunchat
MrCharlesMartin
Apr 30 @ 9:21 AM EDT
Passionate about finding innovative ways to teach mathematics and enrolled in the Innovative Teaching Academy (by AJ Juliani)
#sunchat
susankotch
Apr 30 @ 9:21 AM EDT
Wow! How exciting, April!
@msdwater
#sunchat
msdwater
Apr 30 @ 9:18 AM EDT
This summer I'm traveling to Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. Some students are helping me decide what to do and see while there!
#sunchat
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:21 AM EDT
#sunchat
Yes, to self-care 😆
BKd204Sci
Apr 30 @ 9:19 AM EDT
Having an escape to clear & refresh your mind/spirit is so important
In reply to @Dr_LMR, @JamieArmin
GruntledChalkie
Apr 30 @ 9:21 AM EDT
Are you on land or a normal sized block, or smaller?
#sunchat
In reply to @rebeccagwhite
richbacolor
Apr 30 @ 9:21 AM EDT
We need more folks to take passionate positive actions on this. I'm trying to figure out what my role needs to be.
#sunchat
rashidfdavis
Apr 30 @ 9:16 AM EDT
"For STEM's Sake We Need To Do More Than Talk About Diversity"
https://t.co/gfTcZXQ0n1
by
@rashidfdavis
on
@LinkedIn
#sunchat
#thisweek
OliviaB_edtech
Apr 30 @ 9:22 AM EDT
Some of my passions are reading, playing sports and working with young children!
#sunchat
Dr_LMR
Apr 30 @ 9:22 AM EDT
Yes! Very important!
#sunchat
In reply to @BKd204Sci, @JamieArmin
valerietilton
Apr 30 @ 9:22 AM EDT
Outside of school spending time with family and going on adventures that reconnect me with life!
#sunchat
zonie71
Apr 30 @ 9:22 AM EDT
Thank you for sharing this link!!!
#sunchat
In reply to @JamieArmin
mrclinefhs
Apr 30 @ 9:22 AM EDT
Love traveling to places we discuss in class! Spending a week studying Hamilton this summer in NYC
#sunchat
In reply to @msdwater
LeeAraoz
Apr 30 @ 9:23 AM EDT
GENIUS HOUR/PASSION PROJECTS Genius Hour 4.0 - Four Pathways to Genius for ALL
#sunchat
#HackLearning
https://t.co/GU8HhoKPH7
RobinCa5539600
Apr 30 @ 9:23 AM EDT
, I too am active in my church. I tweak my teaching skills by writing lessons & teaching Children's church.
#sunchat
In reply to @MsCommins108
susankotch
Apr 30 @ 9:24 AM EDT
#sunchat
I also knit and crochet - love teaching the kids that are interested in that craft.
OliviaB_edtech
Apr 30 @ 9:24 AM EDT
Agreed! I've always felt like my teachers who made class fun were most effective in getting everyone engaged!
#sunchat
In reply to @speakupforeduc
lmhawkhill
Apr 30 @ 9:24 AM EDT
My passion projects is Reading about how to increase the performance of Ts & Ss. Reading & learning about eff leadership practices
#sunchat
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:00 AM EDT
Morning & Welcome Everyone! Jamie,
#sunchat
co-mod here w/lovely
@mssackstein
@susankotch
@tiffanytruitt
Our topic today: Passion Projects!
richbacolor
Apr 30 @ 9:24 AM EDT
Rich from SE Michigan. I'm a science curriculum consultant for Wayne County schools.
#sunchat
BKd204Sci
Apr 30 @ 9:24 AM EDT
Our role in diversity is to be aware of Ss differences & not shy away from having conversations to make school environ more open
#sunchat
In reply to @richbacolor
RavenS_KSU
Apr 30 @ 9:24 AM EDT
Yes! Sustainable living is something I've wanted to devote more of my time to.
#sunchat
In reply to @rebeccagwhite
susankotch
Apr 30 @ 9:25 AM EDT
So you definitely share your passion every day in school!
@lmhawkhill
#sunchat
In reply to @lmhawkhill, @lmhawkhill
JJ_Burry
Apr 30 @ 9:25 AM EDT
My passion is writing, which I definitely bring to the classroom. We all share our writing victories!
#sunchat
In reply to @JamieArmin, @mssackstein, @susankotch, @tiffanytruitt
Dr_LMR
Apr 30 @ 9:25 AM EDT
I can't remember the last time I sat down to do either! Can be so relaxing!
#sunchat
In reply to @susankotch
AllysonApsey
Apr 30 @ 9:25 AM EDT
Empathizing vs. Commiserating
https://t.co/Qsk1FtsxEP
#sunchat
#JoyfulLeaders
#leadupchat
supervxn
Apr 30 @ 9:25 AM EDT
Nice to meet some1 from Sci. I'm a sci teacher in Israel
#sunchat
In reply to @richbacolor
RavenS_KSU
Apr 30 @ 9:26 AM EDT
Wonderful! I would love to use these. Changing the way our students view women will create powerful change!
#sunchat
In reply to @historycomics
HillMrispo
Apr 30 @ 9:26 AM EDT
#sunchat
#TeacherAppreciationWeek
Acknowledge your top five educators that have made a significant impact on you!
https://t.co/0iNNNEgrh0
lmhawkhill
Apr 30 @ 9:26 AM EDT
Absolutely! Along with developing positive RELATIONSHIPS!
#sunchat
In reply to @susankotch
BKd204Sci
Apr 30 @ 9:26 AM EDT
When Ts have humor Ss relax around us & take more risks Humor is huge part of learning climate
#sunchat
In reply to @OliviaB_edtech, @speakupforeduc
rebeccagwhite
Apr 30 @ 9:26 AM EDT
I will be on about an acre in another month
#sunchat
San Angelo, Texas
In reply to @GruntledChalkie
ms_schoenthal
Apr 30 @ 9:26 AM EDT
Wow! There are so many cool ideas on this site. Thank you so much
@brianrozinksy
. I know what I will be doing with my Sunday.
#sunchat
In reply to @brianrozinsky
mydesk_not
Apr 30 @ 9:26 AM EDT
#sunchat
Yes❗️Passion driven classrooms allow our Ss to 👀themselves as Scholars, Academics, Researchers, Apprentices, etc. ☁️is the limit❗️
JJ_Burry
Apr 30 @ 9:26 AM EDT
I love to crochet! I've taught students how to knit and crochet in the past, but there's not an opportunity for it here.
#sunchat
In reply to @susankotch
Elizabethutch
Apr 30 @ 9:26 AM EDT
LOL Wouldn't have it any other way...
#sunchat
In reply to @mydesk_not
rebeccagwhite
Apr 30 @ 9:27 AM EDT
Eeeeeeeee i've seen it three times all with the original cast. Just saying.
#sunchat
In reply to @mrclinefhs, @msdwater
susankotch
Apr 30 @ 9:27 AM EDT
Well, Lena, we need to get a pair of needles or a hook into your hands! *runs to grab my stash of tools, and an envelope*
#sunchat
@Dr_LMR
Dr_LMR
Apr 30 @ 9:25 AM EDT
I can't remember the last time I sat down to do either! Can be so relaxing!
#sunchat
In reply to @susankotch
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:27 AM EDT
Cool! I've traveled to a Blue Zone & BZ Project communities in CA! Shared w/7th as we study
@BlueZones
https://t.co/LokKpurtkg
#sunchat
In reply to @msdwater, @BlueZones
richbacolor
Apr 30 @ 9:27 AM EDT
Agree but it's more than that to me Brian. We have serious de facto segregation issues in science ed. From top to bottom.
#sunchat
In reply to @BKd204Sci
BKd204Sci
Apr 30 @ 9:27 AM EDT
The more Ts include interests/passions in classroom the more Ss see us a learners We model for Ss when we share
#sunchat
brianrozinsky
Apr 30 @ 9:28 AM EDT
Hadn't really considered humor a passion before but, in this light, I now believe it is. From 1 Brian to another: thanks 4 insight.
#sunchat
In reply to @BKd204Sci, @OliviaB_edtech, @speakupforeduc
susankotch
Apr 30 @ 9:29 AM EDT
Ahhh, but there must be an opportunity. That goes into my "life skills" category. We all need outlets - kids, too.
#sunchat
@JJ_Burry
JJ_Burry
Apr 30 @ 9:26 AM EDT
I love to crochet! I've taught students how to knit and crochet in the past, but there's not an opportunity for it here.
#sunchat
In reply to @susankotch
OliviaB_edtech
Apr 30 @ 9:29 AM EDT
This is awesome! School is one of the place students begin to recognize their passions and they should be celebrated!
#sunchat
In reply to @mydesk_not
JJ_Burry
Apr 30 @ 9:29 AM EDT
I was crocheting last night. I'm working on a 2017 temperature blanket (a little behind).
#sunchat
In reply to @Dr_LMR, @susankotch
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:29 AM EDT
Awesome
#sunchat
today as always! Next week's topic posted here! Plz send your ideas 4 topics 2 me,
@mssackstein
@susankotch
@tiffanytruitt
tbresnahan1
Apr 30 @ 9:29 AM EDT
Well said. Set the bar high but also make it obtainable.
#edchat
#sunchat
#edchatri
JohnWink90
Apr 30 @ 4:40 PM EDT
Kids will meet any expectation if and only if we are deeply committed to helping them reach it.
#LeadExcel
#leadupchat
ms_schoenthal
Apr 30 @ 9:29 AM EDT
Yes! Ss' identity development as authors, mathematicians, scientists, etc. is so crucial to a lifelong commitment to learning!
#sunchat
In reply to @mydesk_not
umairrmurtaza
Apr 30 @ 9:29 AM EDT
GET AMAZING DISCOUNTS AT 2000 STORES!!!!
https://t.co/qpvqAQhtmz
#sunchat
mydesk_not
Apr 30 @ 9:30 AM EDT
#sunchat
♥️⁉️"We need to change the school culture to one that encourages curiosity, risk-taking, & empowered students." --
@sylviaduckworth
chrisclinewcps
Apr 30 @ 9:30 AM EDT
Talking at vs. listening to students. As Hattie says- have a dialogue in your classroom, not a monologue
#wcpsmd
#sunchat
zonie71
Apr 30 @ 9:30 AM EDT
To stay inspired, I watch the sparkle in the eyes of those with whom I coach/teach. Excitement is just one aspect. Her ❤ 4 cheer!
#sunchat
richbacolor
Apr 30 @ 9:30 AM EDT
IMHO: t's a multi-faceted problem. Multi-system problem. I could solve classroom level diversity issues- but larger scale ???
#sunchat
In reply to @BKd204Sci
KWSeaplaneAdv
Apr 30 @ 9:31 AM EDT
#sunchat
#SundayMornings
#sundaymotivation
#seaplane#drytortugas
#keywest
#LoveFL
susankotch
Apr 30 @ 9:31 AM EDT
#sunchat
Next Sunday, 9am:
Dr_LMR
Apr 30 @ 9:31 AM EDT
Thanks for a great
#sunchat
today! Enjoy the day! 😊
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:29 AM EDT
Awesome
#sunchat
today as always! Next week's topic posted here! Plz send your ideas 4 topics 2 me,
@mssackstein
@susankotch
@tiffanytruitt
mrclinefhs
Apr 30 @ 9:32 AM EDT
Hoping it's a "field trip"!
#sunchat
In reply to @rebeccagwhite, @msdwater
JJ_Burry
Apr 30 @ 9:32 AM EDT
They have seen my projects (especially the big one I'm working on), so they know it exists.
#sunchat
In reply to @susankotch
AngelaAbend
Apr 30 @ 9:32 AM EDT
Eric ... thank you for keeping the color in the lives of my boys!
@ProgressiveSch
#sunchat
https://t.co/R29FyoATWi
rebeccagwhite
Apr 30 @ 9:32 AM EDT
Lots of pecan trees.
#sunchat
In reply to @GruntledChalkie
BKd204Sci
Apr 30 @ 9:32 AM EDT
1 room/class at a time If we make our space open to diversity it will flow into other areas The diversity issue will be a slow fix
#sunchat
In reply to @richbacolor
valerietilton
Apr 30 @ 9:33 AM EDT
Thanks
#sunchat
! Have a great week everyone!😍
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:33 AM EDT
Back at ya Lena! Looks beautiful outside! Hearing lots of birds! Yardwork calling us! Lol
#sunchat
In reply to @Dr_LMR
lmhawkhill
Apr 30 @ 9:33 AM EDT
Yes! RELATIONSHIPs is also a HUGE passion of mine. I share that daily with Ss & Ts as well. That's what I do outside of school too!
#sunchat
mydesk_not
Apr 30 @ 9:29 AM EDT
I so agree with you. I kept thinking about what are my personal passion projects & somehow they all kept leading back to education. 🤗
In reply to @lmhawkhill
RaceToCuba
Apr 30 @ 9:33 AM EDT
Enjoy the day 🌴🌞🕶🍺
#sunchat
#sunnyday
#keywest
#SundayFunday
#SundayMornings
#sailing
#sailtheseas
susankotch
Apr 30 @ 9:33 AM EDT
Get the word out to you colleagues and friends,
#sunchat
peeps! See you all next week, with hopefully some new friends stopping by!
mydesk_not
Apr 30 @ 9:33 AM EDT
#sunchat
♥️Runde's Room Passion Project ✍🏼which includes a Genius Hour & Ss 🗣w/their Families @ what motivates them ❓
https://t.co/ZuArNgb28O
cybraryman1
Apr 30 @ 9:34 AM EDT
My Passion-Based Learning pg
https://t.co/cOZRpbT8lU
#sunchat
#edchat
“Nothing great in the world has been accomplished without passion”
AngieMc85
Apr 30 @ 9:35 AM EDT
Yes! Humor IS a large part of the learning environment
@BKd204Sci
#sunchat
#edbeat
#K12ArtChat
#tlap
#leadupchat
In reply to @BKd204Sci, @OliviaB_edtech, @speakupforeduc, @BKd204Sci
rebeccagwhite
Apr 30 @ 9:35 AM EDT
It'll be awesome! All the best! I'm following you.
#sunchat
In reply to @mrclinefhs, @msdwater
RobinCa5539600
Apr 30 @ 9:35 AM EDT
My personal passion project outside of teaching is volunteering with nonprofit groups. It reminds me to be compassionate teacher.
#sunchat
JJ_Burry
Apr 30 @ 9:35 AM EDT
Great idea! My sis is making one, too. In a way it's our project together even though they're separate.
#sunchat
In reply to @susankotch, @Dr_LMR
OliviaB_edtech
Apr 30 @ 9:35 AM EDT
Thanks for an interesting
#sunchat
this week!! Hope to join another soon!
BKd204Sci
Apr 30 @ 9:35 AM EDT
YES! Ss should not be invisible for any reason All Ss have value to the learning process & society We need to empower them
#sunchat
In reply to @richbacolor
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Apr 30 @ 9:36 AM EDT
All awesome! I'd like to add in some watercolor painting! We'll see! Maybe in July!
#sunchat
In reply to @susankotch, @JJ_Burry, @Dr_LMR
brianrozinsky
Apr 30 @ 9:36 AM EDT
Tangent from today's
#sunchat
:
@gilbertliz
on jackhammer passions & hummingbird curiosities--
https://t.co/Ondw5ZU8Hx
Room for both, yes?
RavenS_KSU
Apr 30 @ 9:37 AM EDT
I hope everyone has a great week! I loved seeing everyone discuss their passions.
#sunchat
quickmuse
Apr 30 @ 9:37 AM EDT
Have to agree.
#sunchat
Sorry.
In reply to @nalang1
AngieMc85
Apr 30 @ 9:37 AM EDT
Absolutely Brian!
#sunchat
BKd204Sci
Apr 30 @ 9:36 AM EDT
Life is humorous When we show that we open doors in the minds of our Ss
In reply to @AngieMc85, @OliviaB_edtech, @speakupforeduc
RobinCa5539600
Apr 30 @ 9:38 AM EDT
Come chat with me on
#tweetchat
https://t.co/KvFD4I0w88
https://t.co/KvFD4I0w88
#sunchat
artsynihon
Apr 30 @ 9:39 AM EDT
Swansea ,
#sunchat
, Ueli Steck ,
#DerbyDellaCapitale
, White Hart Lane ,
#NROL76
,
#EVECHE
,
#RuntoRemember
MrCharlesMartin
Apr 30 @ 9:39 AM EDT
The best way to inspire students to be passionate is to share our own passions. Enthusiasm and excitement is contagious.
#sunchat
AngieMc85
Apr 30 @ 9:39 AM EDT
Teachers should set the precedent for passion- MY passion outside the classroom is Humor, so it should filter down!
@BKd204Sci
#sunchat
AngieMc85
Apr 30 @ 9:35 AM EDT
Yes! Humor IS a large part of the learning environment
@BKd204Sci
#sunchat
#edbeat
#K12ArtChat
#tlap
#leadupchat
In reply to @BKd204Sci, @OliviaB_edtech, @speakupforeduc, @BKd204Sci
richbacolor
Apr 30 @ 9:40 AM EDT
Agree, but now my role is at the county level, and 1 classroom at a time is 2 slow for the 275,000 kids I serve. Need F=ma on this.
#sunchat
In reply to @BKd204Sci
JJ_Burry
Apr 30 @ 9:41 AM EDT
Thanks! It's the moss stitch. I just need to keep up with it (my goal today)!
#sunchat
In reply to @Dr_LMR, @mydesk_not, @susankotch
BKd204Sci
Apr 30 @ 9:42 AM EDT
Sounds like a great PD topic You could reach 20-50 classroom Ts at a time To change the course of a river you need a lot of rocks
#sunchat
In reply to @richbacolor
Elizabethutch
Apr 30 @ 9:42 AM EDT
Agreed! That is the same for adults too. Far easier to get your message across if you are obviously passionate about what you do
#sunchat
In reply to @MrCharlesMartin
JJ_Burry
Apr 30 @ 9:42 AM EDT
Size Q! Wow! That would definitely be quick.
#sunchat
In reply to @Dr_LMR, @susankotch
atarnowski13
Apr 30 @ 9:43 AM EDT
computer teacher from midwest
#sunchat
LeeAraoz
Apr 30 @ 9:43 AM EDT
“Ten things we may be doing wrong in middle school” by
@irasocol
#edchat
#mschat
#sunchat
#HackLearning
https://t.co/JJULpdqjwS
plemmonsa
Apr 30 @ 9:45 AM EDT
Take some time to listen to these student voices on current issues.
https://t.co/KvRZ2upxOd
#sunchat
#edchat
#tlchat
#edtech
#studentvoice
richbacolor
Apr 30 @ 9:46 AM EDT
Check out my passion speech for equity and science ed plus other passion talks from
@MiMathScience
#sunchat
https://t.co/9TeVjq2etT
starrscience
Apr 26 @ 9:41 AM EDT
Check this out!
@WayneRESA
Richard Bacolor: No More Hidden Figures - Equity in Science and NGSS
@MiMathScience
https://t.co/n9lOYounJ0
MrCharlesMartin
Apr 30 @ 9:46 AM EDT
I love hearing people sharing their passion. Their excitement always invigorates me. Important to be surrounded by such people.
#sunchat
JJ_Burry
Apr 30 @ 9:47 AM EDT
Thanks! It was an idea I found when I searched for it. I challenged myself to try it since it's new to me!
#sunchat
In reply to @mydesk_not, @Dr_LMR, @susankotch
atarnowski13
Apr 30 @ 9:47 AM EDT
@JJ_Bury
WHat are your thoughts about reaching cursive.
#sunchat
#engchat
richbacolor
Apr 30 @ 9:48 AM EDT
Let the science metaphors fly! Thanks Brian! I'm going to take that seed and get it growing.
#sunchat
#science4all
In reply to @BKd204Sci
rebeccagwhite
Apr 30 @ 9:49 AM EDT
#sunchat
Perfectly said!
BKd204Sci
Apr 30 @ 9:27 AM EDT
The more Ts include interests/passions in classroom the more Ss see us a learners We model for Ss when we share
#sunchat
CecilmChappell1
Apr 30 @ 9:50 AM EDT
#sunchat
#CnnSucks
RobinCa5539600
Apr 30 @ 9:50 AM EDT
I'm passionate about incorporating art into lessons. It inspires me & the students by supporting self expression & discovery.
#sunchat
atarnowski13
Apr 30 @ 9:51 AM EDT
https://t.co/oNKAM32OIv
#sunchat
atarnowski13
Apr 30 @ 9:51 AM EDT
great article from Google.
#sunchat
MrsTLMarinelli
Apr 30 @ 9:51 AM EDT
Good morning
#sunchat
! Hope everybody’s week is great, and your students are well behaved.
JJ_Burry
Apr 30 @ 9:52 AM EDT
I give them a handout at the beg of the year and explain why it's important. Most Ss practice in their
#writersnotebook
.
#sunchat
In reply to @atarnowski13
rebeccagwhite
Apr 30 @ 9:53 AM EDT
#usestallions
#sunchat
In reply to @MonicaMelchior1, @sarah_mckiernan
RobinCa5539600
Apr 30 @ 9:53 AM EDT
I agree! I feel todays school system doesn't allow students to be independent thinkers.
#sunchat
In reply to @mydesk_not
CraftKlatch
Apr 30 @ 9:53 AM EDT
25 Mother's Day Gifts! 😄
#SundayMorning
#SundayBlogShare
#sunchat
#DIY
#motivation
#MothersDay2017
#MothersDaygifts
https://t.co/GbkL1t52aU
HIPAAEx
Apr 30 @ 9:54 AM EDT
#SundayMorning
#HackLearning
#sunchat
#ThisWeek
#HIPAA
#Hacked
#B2B
#Martech
#IoT
#Webdesign
#webmarketing
#fintech
#WordPress
#Malware
#SEO
HIPAAEx
Apr 29 @ 2:52 PM EDT
Holy Guacamole! –
#Chipotle
Hit With
#Data
#Breach
https://t.co/vuKWeXfhFV
#HIPAA
#Hacked
#sysadmin
#saturdaymorning
#NJ
#ColumbusOhio
#NYC
atarnowski13
Apr 30 @ 9:54 AM EDT
@JJ_Bury
ILL just passed .
https://t.co/HoRsUsD7oV
#sunchat
JJ_Burry
Apr 30 @ 9:58 AM EDT
We keep a
#writersnotebook
in our class, which encourages all sorts of independent thinking!
#sunchat
In reply to @RobinCa5539600, @mydesk_not
atarnowski13
Apr 30 @ 9:58 AM EDT
@rebeccagwhite
Love this idea.
https://t.co/WAmxGBSWjp
thanks for sharing
#sunchat
In reply to @rebeccagwhite
mydesk_not
Apr 30 @ 9:33 AM EDT
#sunchat
♥️Runde's Room Passion Project ✍🏼which includes a Genius Hour & Ss 🗣w/their Families @ what motivates them ❓
https://t.co/ZuArNgb28O