#21stedchat Archive

Our mission for our 21st century chat is to create a positive 21st century learning environment for our students by sharing resources and ideas that has worked in our classrooms. Join us every Sunday from 8:00-9:00 PM (EST) on Twitter using the hashtag #21stedchat. All are welcome!
Sunday August 13, 2017
8:00 PM EDT
  • Edu_Thompson - Moderator Aug 13 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #21stedchat! As we discuss innovation in #K12! We will do Q and A format. PLS introduce yourself.
  • participatechat Aug 13 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #21stedchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/aFxK8dsUho
  • BodePE Aug 13 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Bill from Charlotte, NC #secphysed + #healthed facilitator. #21stedchat
  • Edu_Thompson - Moderator Aug 13 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Welcome, don't forget to use #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72
  • chadw675 Aug 13 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Chad-elementary principal from LI, NY #21stedchat
  • mr_abee_tweets Aug 13 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Ben from NC. Student teacher (5th) trying to gain insight and ideas on anything I can in the classroom! #21stedchat
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hello! Carrie, assistant middle school principal, excited to have our Ss back in the building this week! #21stedchat
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    This is a great way to build your portfolio! Welcome! #21stedchat
    In reply to @mr_abee_tweets
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hi everyone! Mike from CA here, ready for Day 1 tomorrow! Teaching HS Civics and US History. #21stedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAnnTripp
  • MsWolterSS Aug 13 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Carly Wolter, MS/HS US History and Government teacher in Wisconsin. #21stedchat
  • rmchurchward Aug 13 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Evening everyone! Ryan from Fort Worth, TX here. 6th Grade Global Studies teacher at @TVS_Trojans. #21stedchat
  • Edu_Thompson - Moderator Aug 13 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    I am Jill from NC, Director Personalized Learning and #21stedchat co-host.
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Global studies? Tell me more! #21stedchat
    In reply to @rmchurchward, @TVS_Trojans
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Nathen and I will be retweeting questions. #21stedchat
  • mr_abee_tweets Aug 13 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Thanks! I have been in a few chats over the last year and learn every time. Hope I can add some to the convo #21stedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAnnTripp
  • kmurfitt1 Aug 13 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Hi! Kimm from NC. #21stedchat
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Looking forward to tonight's #21stedchat as I sit on my d DJ and watch the boats on English Bay.
  • Edu_Thompson - Moderator Aug 13 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Q1: What does innovation mean to you in the context of #K12 education? #21stedchat
  • mr_abee_tweets Aug 13 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Nice place to edchat! Sweet view! #21stedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    #21stedchat Either using a completely new approach/technology, or putting pieces of old techniques together in a new & more effective way.
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    A1: Innovation can be teacher-led (doing something different as Ts) or student-led (creating new applications of their learning) #21stedchat
  • mr_abee_tweets Aug 13 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    My man! #21stedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: Innovation in ed means creating new ways to meet needs of Ss. Not simply change. It means risk. #21stedchat
  • BodePE Aug 13 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1 Innovation is taking something and improving it either by use or purpose. #21stedchat
  • chadw675 Aug 13 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: Being willing to read, learn, & try new things. Classrooms should be places to experiment and learn. #21stedchat
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1 combining multiple content pieces to create a new idea or interpretation that changes the view on those pieces #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • BodePE Aug 13 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    First ? on #21stedchat
  • ChristinekClark Aug 13 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: Thinking outside of the box. Just because it has always been that way doesn't mean it should be. Need new ways to engage. #21stedchat
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Hi Ben #21stedchat
    In reply to @mr_abee_tweets
  • mr_abee_tweets Aug 13 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: Out with the old in with the new...as well as using the strengths of the old ways and blending them with the new. #progress #21stedchat
  • lesliefarooq Aug 13 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Can you say more about how that might look in #K12 ed? Thanks! #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @Edu_Thompson
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Does this meet a social studies section or is it an elective? #21stedchat
    In reply to @rmchurchward, @TVS_Trojans
  • kelli_matula Aug 13 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    #21stedchat taking a old way of doing something and putting a spin on it to be more engaging to all learners
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • Edu_Thompson - Moderator Aug 13 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1. Innovation is when you improve an existing idea. #21stedchat
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    I like that innovation and risk go together. #21stedchat
    • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:08 PM EDT
      A1: Innovation in ed means creating new ways to meet needs of Ss. Not simply change. It means risk. #21stedchat
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Leslie!!! #21stedchat
    In reply to @lesliefarooq, @teachermike72, @Edu_Thompson
  • kmurfitt1 Aug 13 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: Transforming the been there-done that with fresh and engaging ways in order to fulfill the needs of the students of today. #21stedchat
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Well said. Not risk for its own sake, but to reach Ss. #21stedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAnnTripp
  • BodePE Aug 13 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1 Extra - Innovation doesn't have to be tech. #21stedchat
  • lesliefarooq Aug 13 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: Aside from defining it or telling you what I've already tried (which means it's no longer innovative), I've got nothing. #21stedchat
  • chadw675 Aug 13 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Risk should always be a part of teaching. #21stedchat
    • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:08 PM EDT
      A1: Innovation in ed means creating new ways to meet needs of Ss. Not simply change. It means risk. #21stedchat
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Brother Bryn!!! #21stedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Rt of Q1: What does innovation mean to you in the context of #K12 education? #21stedchat
  • killyalison Aug 13 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: either creating something new or using something existing in a way that other teachers do not normally use it #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • rmchurchward Aug 13 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Teachers should be the classroom examples in innovation. Innovative & creative teachers breed innovative & creative students. #21stedchat
  • rerdmann Aug 13 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Richard, proud principal from Canada joining for the first time! #21stedchat
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Can we truly innovate if there's no risk involved? We must be open to experimenting. Every hypothesis doesn't come true. #21stedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1 risk is important but not always needed with innovation in k-12 #21stedchat
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Nice, Nathan! #21stedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • korytellers Aug 13 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Yes! #21stedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @lesliefarooq, @teachermike72, @Edu_Thompson
  • chadw675 Aug 13 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Not Ss of today, but the Ss in front of you. We can't generalize. Must attend to Ss in your room at that moment. #21stedchat
    • kmurfitt1 Aug 13 @ 8:10 PM EDT
      A1: Transforming the been there-done that with fresh and engaging ways in order to fulfill the needs of the students of today. #21stedchat
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Kory!!!! #pleasesendKoryandNathantoISTE2018 #21stedchat
    In reply to @korytellers, @lesliefarooq, @teachermike72, @Edu_Thompson
  • lesliefarooq Aug 13 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    I'm Leslie in Ontario, Canada and late to #21stedchat. How are you all doing?
  • rerdmann Aug 13 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1: Innovation means finding new and better ways to learn & allowing Ss voice/choice in their learning. #21stedchat
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    No #21stedchat
    In reply to @korytellers, @lesliefarooq, @teachermike72, @Edu_Thompson
  • lesliefarooq Aug 13 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Nathan!!! #21stedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @teachermike72, @Edu_Thompson
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Some educators are uncomfortable with action research in classrooms. I say how can we use best practices w/out it? #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72
  • cybraryman1 Aug 13 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1 Innovation means not being afraid to take risks to best facilitate learning. My Innovation page https://t.co/m6kv3HgJ1x #21stedchat
  • chadw675 Aug 13 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Exactly #21stedchat
    • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:11 PM EDT
      Can we truly innovate if there's no risk involved? We must be open to experimenting. Every hypothesis doesn't come true. #21stedchat
      In reply to @brynmw
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    It means you need a new way to communicate to Ss and to help them achieve, and you find/create one. Means more participation. #21stedchat
    In reply to @korytellers, @nathan_stevens, @lesliefarooq, @Edu_Thompson
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    I'm not sure. I think there is always risk (some smaller than others). #21stedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    If it isn't, are we being innovative? #21stedchat
    In reply to @chadw675
  • Edu_Thompson - Moderator Aug 13 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Q2: What is the most difficult obstacle to innovation at your school? What successes can you share? #21stedchat
  • mr_abee_tweets Aug 13 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    I like the idea of Ss choice because it (hopefully) empowers them to WANT to learn and succeed, not just pass a test #21stedchat
    In reply to @rerdmann
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Not sure what you mean by "action research" -- help me understand :) #21stedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAnnTripp
  • BodePE Aug 13 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    I agree, innovation requires you to something new and untested = risk. Some fear it, I find it to be a rush!! #21stedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @nathan_stevens
  • lesliefarooq Aug 13 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    This is a neat graphic. From where did you get/take this photo? It's neat art! #21stedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Yeah but isn't always included. People seem to want to include risk in innovation #21stedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Is innovation possible w/out risk? Isn't that just tried and true? #21stedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Yes, until it isn't reaching an appreciable number of Ss or at least the ones who need to be reached. #21stedchat
    In reply to @lesliefarooq, @Edu_Thompson
  • killyalison Aug 13 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    I agree there is always a risk when u try something new. #21stedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @nathan_stevens
  • SaraKiffe Aug 13 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A1: Innovative means to try out new strategies/methods, and ways of thinking. #21stedchat
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    I took it at a store #21stedchat
    In reply to @lesliefarooq
  • chadw675 Aug 13 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: Ts must feel comfortable to take risks. As a leader I encourage risk-taking. Change is difficult. Leaders must support Ts #21stedchat
  • BodePE Aug 13 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    2nd ? on #21stedchat
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    And my Ss are not the same as your Ss. #21stedchat
    In reply to @chadw675
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    #21stedchat Parents who are afraid their kids will be disadvantaged in some way, or their grades will go down because of the innovation.
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • mr_abee_tweets Aug 13 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: I think some Ts are comfortable with the way THEY have taught over the years & don't feel the need to innovate. #21stedchat
  • killyalison Aug 13 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: The biggest obstacle to innovation is others. Convincing others that what you are doing is a good idea #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • Edu_Thompson - Moderator Aug 13 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2. Barriers/Obstacles = red tape of public schools. #21stedchat . Successful changing the status quo of SBRC even though it took a few yrs
  • theedpodcast Aug 13 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    #21stedchat Shane joining late from AB Canada. Teacher and education podcaster. Hey all!
  • rerdmann Aug 13 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: Obstacles to innovation are usually self created. We often limit ourselves & avoid risks. Need to be the 'spark' for our Ss. #21stedchat
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Trying something innovative that hasn't been proven in your classroom on your Ss. #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72
  • adrianag62 Aug 13 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A1: Innovation in schools to me means T and S are given the tools to not just consume information but to create it. #21stedchat
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2 time to get deeper into an activity to allow innovation to happen #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • BodePE Aug 13 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2 Lack of confidence in teaching ability. Easier to go with flow :( Too many excuses of Why I can't.. #lame #21stedchat
  • kelli_matula Aug 13 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    I think the most difficult obstacle would be having the funding or technology to implement certain innovations in the classroom #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • rmchurchward Aug 13 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Student complacency. Never wanting to be better than you are leads to laziness and a lack of creative, innovative thinking. #21stedchat
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Thanks for the explanation! I say we can't us best practices without doing some level of experimentation. ##21stedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAnnTripp
  • kmurfitt1 Aug 13 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: Change can be scary. There is comfort in what is known. Supporting and celebrating those who take risks is necessary #21stedchat
  • lesliefarooq Aug 13 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    #21stedchat? #mnleadchat? How to choose? I can't, so I guess I'm going to have to open up the tweet slot machine! 😂 @tweetdeck
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: biggest obstacle I see in schools is fear of not being able to best support students while trying to 'get innovation right' #21stedchat
  • killyalison Aug 13 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Agreed. I see this a lot with older teachers who feel that if it has swirled why make changes.#21stedchat
    In reply to @mr_abee_tweets
  • theedpodcast Aug 13 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    #21stedchat A2: Biggest innovation obstacles are organizational vision and time. Need targets to aim at and time to train.
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2 students wanting to work to fast through a project or pick something to simple #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • rerdmann Aug 13 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: As @gcouros says, we need to model the innovations we hope to see in our classrooms & school. #21stedchat
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Rt of Q2: What is the most difficult obstacle to innovation at your school? What successes can you share? #21stedchat
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2: We want to be better. We're afraid to try something not on a best-practice list in case we fail. #21stedchat
  • Edu_Thompson - Moderator Aug 13 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2. Obstacle = teachers doing what is easiest for themselves verse what's best for students #21stedchat
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2b: but when it works, you want to shout from the mountains and celebrate. #21stedchat
  • MsWolterSS Aug 13 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2: Students' fear of earning a lower grade due to trying something new. Solution: Don't always provide a rubric. #21stedchat
  • mr_abee_tweets Aug 13 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Time is a factor for sure. #21stedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @Edu_Thompson
  • BodePE Aug 13 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    I agree, ss aren't used to it. They just want to play "school". Deeper learning, not so much. #21stedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @Edu_Thompson
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    That's awesome! #21stedchat
    In reply to @rmchurchward, @TVS_Trojans
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Or don't have any numerical stakes at all! #21stedchat
    In reply to @MsWolterSS
  • chadw675 Aug 13 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    And we need to know that failing is okay. Not every lesson will be perfect and that's fine #21stedchat
    • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:20 PM EDT
      A2: We want to be better. We're afraid to try something not on a best-practice list in case we fail. #21stedchat
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Depends on how it is presented. Although unlearning can take up a lot of time. #21stedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @Edu_Thompson
  • lesliefarooq Aug 13 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Yes, I suspected as much. Which store? I might like to sample such wares. #21stedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • rerdmann Aug 13 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2: Some of our successes have come as a result of highlighting innovative ideas during staff meetings with staff. #21stedchat
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Students don't realize that there is so much fun in getting deeper into a project #21stedchat
    In reply to @BodePE, @Edu_Thompson
  • rmchurchward Aug 13 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    If we aren't willing to fail and let our students see us get up, where will they get the confidence to take the big leaps? #21stedchat
    In reply to @chadw675
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    The Christmas Store in Manteo NC #21stedchat
    In reply to @lesliefarooq
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    How can admin best assure Ts that the reward for risk leading to failure is better than status quo? #21stedchat
    In reply to @chadw675
  • mr_abee_tweets Aug 13 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Not that it is wrong...if they are getting results, schools dig it. But, how does it empower Ss for the real world #21stedchat
    In reply to @killyalison
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    We don't this get enough in T education -- the right to fail in front of Ss. We are usually told the direct opposite!! #21stedchat
    In reply to @rmchurchward, @chadw675
  • BodePE Aug 13 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    True, I love hearing their responses after we have done some things different. All I say is "I told u, u just have to trust me" #21stedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @Edu_Thompson
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Or give a grade. #21stedchat
    In reply to @MsWolterSS
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Love that sharing of learning. I find it is sometimes tough to convince Ts to share at meetings, but so rewarding when they do. #21stedchat
    In reply to @rerdmann
  • lesliefarooq Aug 13 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A2: "Because it's what we've always done." Time. Money. Desire. Knowhow. Admin. Parents. Teachers. Students. You name it. #21stedchat
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    I'm not sure admin WANT to assure Ts of this. They are interested in stability and in not pissing off Ps, generally. #21stedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAnnTripp, @chadw675
  • SparkyTeaching Aug 13 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    For educators with that something special... https://t.co/hDZ23sVjRW #BackToSchool #EdReform #edtech #growthmindset #mnlead #21stedchat
  • Edu_Thompson - Moderator Aug 13 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Q3: How do great school leaders empower innovation? What successes can you share? #21stedchat
  • rmchurchward Aug 13 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Ss have to see that we're humans to. Let them see you fail forward. #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @chadw675
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Totally agree on the organizational vision. As an admin how can I help Ts with this process? #21stedchat
    In reply to @theedpodcast
  • rhonhigg Aug 13 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    #21stedchat Or go gradeless! Many Ts including myself have taken the risk & have gotten positive results.
    In reply to @MsWolterSS
  • rerdmann Aug 13 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    The results/outcomes from Ss work and effort demonstrate the rewards for this risk taking. Engagement & effort increased! #21stedchat
    • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:23 PM EDT
      How can admin best assure Ts that the reward for risk leading to failure is better than status quo? #21stedchat
      In reply to @chadw675
  • killyalison Aug 13 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    True and I think this is what those teachers do not understand. Those students maybe really good at school, but not much else #21stedchat
    In reply to @mr_abee_tweets
  • lesliefarooq Aug 13 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A2b) Successes: Passion projects. Community outreach (Problem-BL). Design projects. New electives. New methods of communication. #21stedchat
  • DarleneDberes Aug 13 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Trying something new in a new way. Getting students to think and experience #21stedchat
  • BodePE Aug 13 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    3? on #21stedchat. If you aren't here, u are missing a great convo
  • Edu_Thompson - Moderator Aug 13 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A3. Model innovation, risk taking and celebrate those that innovate around them. #21stedchat I also like using the book Steal Like an Artist
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A3: By being bold and loud about the innovations we're trying, even if they don't succeed. Gives courage to wusses like me! #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3 have more long term projects. Increase the scale of activities. Larger scale increase deeper learning #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • rmchurchward Aug 13 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    The best leaders I've had have equipped, stepped back, and trusted teachers to innovate/educate. They can also lead by example. #21stedchat
  • chadw675 Aug 13 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    I am fine with Ts trying new things. I support my teachers as much as I can as building principal. #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @CarrieAnnTripp
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    So risk, depending on how you see it? Like a growth/open mindset vs fixed/closed. I see oppportunity, others see risk. #21stedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    I'm an admin & truly want to know how I can help Ts not fear. #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @chadw675
  • kelli_matula Aug 13 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    #21stedchat by giving teachings pd, opportunities to share, allowing teachers to try new ideas and be ok with failures and celebrate success
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • theedpodcast Aug 13 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    #21stedchat A3: Great leaders empower innovation by saying YES.
  • ChristinekClark Aug 13 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: Modeling the behavior and creating a safe space for teachers to try new things. #21stedchat
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Glad to hear it! But are you afraid at all of parent pushback? Or of a lack of donations to school? #21stedchat
    In reply to @chadw675, @CarrieAnnTripp
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    That is how I see it. Opportunity doesn't always bring risk #21stedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • BodePE Aug 13 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3 Honestly, just let me be and ask how they can support my efforts. Fortunately thats what I have had over past 10 years. #21stedchat
  • DrJacieMaslyk Aug 13 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Innovative leaders cultivate innovative teachers who grow innovative students. #21stedchat
  • killyalison Aug 13 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3: They trust t's to let them try new things and give them the help and support they need. #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • kmurfitt1 Aug 13 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3: Honestly, I think it can be just as hard for admin to let teachers try new approaches as it can be for the teachers. #21stedchat
  • chadw675 Aug 13 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3: I encourage innovation & preach about the efforts. I allow Ts to share ideas as much as possible. Instructional rounds! #21stedchat
  • mr_abee_tweets Aug 13 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: When the powers that be allow Ts to try new things and see what sticks. Allowing Ts to experiment. #21stedchat
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    I would love to have my Ts try new ways. At first, they wrote essays to convince me, now they just say 'I'd like to try': YES. #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @CarrieAnnTripp, @chadw675
  • theedpodcast Aug 13 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    #21stedchat A3b: Told my principal I wanted 2 make a film studies course. He said, "Write me a proposal." Next year: new film studies course
  • rerdmann Aug 13 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: We empower innovation when we provide the PL time, resources and support for our teachers! Take a leap of faith! #21stedchat
  • rhonhigg Aug 13 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    #21stedchat A3: Ts at my school are given opportunities to share their innovation thru PD.
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3 great school leaders give space for teachers to explore with students. Space and time are key toward developing innovators #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • lesliefarooq Aug 13 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: #mnlead All the fresh ideas I can take & make my own w/ my own twist based on my Ss' needs. I suppose this is innovation, #21stedchat?
  • chadw675 Aug 13 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Nope. I can justify risk taking to parents. We generally don't get donations from individual Ps. Our PTA supports us always. #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @CarrieAnnTripp
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Rt of Q3: How do great school leaders empower innovation? What successes can you share. #21stedchat
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Unless it is 'risk' of doing great things. #21stedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • DrJacieMaslyk Aug 13 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3: Provide a listening ear, share an encouraging word, and give a gentle nudge towards innovation. #21stedchat
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Our Ps do tons of pushback and then they don't give to the foundation, which lets us do small class sizes and a tutorial center. #21stedchat
    In reply to @chadw675, @CarrieAnnTripp
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3 a success would be have students write project logs to track their learning to help with innovative process #21stedchat
  • lesliefarooq Aug 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3: Leaders support, guide & stand back, trust that the new idea (or old idea with a twist) will be fine whether it works or no. #21stedchat
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3: I am always encouraging Ts to learn something new, try something new, do it different! #21stedchat
  • killyalison Aug 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3: doing breakout edu, genius hour, edcamps, reading non-fiction books related to their core classes, etc #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Share what you're doing! Just the shout out encourages someone else! #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @Edu_Thompson
  • PrincipalNyberg Aug 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Putting my teachers from our Building Leadership Team in charge of our 3 MTSS teams (academic, behavior, attendance). #21stedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • rerdmann Aug 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3: Mindset + Collaboration + Deep Learning = Innovation! #21stedchat
  • mr_abee_tweets Aug 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3.2: Teaching Teams could also be the voice for innovation. Some Ts maybe reluctant to innovate b/c of other Ts.... not cool #21stedchat
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    I see that as an opportunity to do great things #21stedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • lesliefarooq Aug 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    I was hoping for something a little more northern, it's very cool art! Thanks for letting me know. Someday! #21stedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Is there a way to educate the parent community to support innovation? Bring in an 'expert'? #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @chadw675, @CarrieAnnTripp
  • ReadforCupcakes Aug 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A3: in our building our admin is welcome to us trying innovative (sometimes crazy) ideas! Lots of support! Coming in late! #21stedchat
  • killyalison Aug 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Encourage them by providing support through access to resources and people who can help with their ideas #21stedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAnnTripp, @teachermike72, @chadw675
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Also, there are Ts who are slower to innovate and then give up b/c colleagues have beaten them to it. Been there! #21stedchat
    In reply to @mr_abee_tweets
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Reluctant because other Ts are opposed? #21stedchat
    In reply to @mr_abee_tweets
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Tried it, Ps don't show up. They say they want innovation except when it impacts their kid's grade in ANY way. #21stedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @chadw675, @CarrieAnnTripp
  • rerdmann Aug 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    We held a ML night at our school and had students demo all the great innovative learning. Great way to get community onboard. #21stedchat
    • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT
      Is there a way to educate the parent community to support innovation? Bring in an 'expert'? #21stedchat
      In reply to @teachermike72, @chadw675, @CarrieAnnTripp
  • mr_abee_tweets Aug 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A3.3: Schools could also promote edcamps/edchats. Team building workshops to create innovation. Doesn't have to be LG scale. #21stedchat
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Or bring them in to brainstorm innovation. Let it be their idea. #21stedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @teachermike72, @chadw675
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    That's sad. It's not a competition for me. If another educator does something 'first' I want to ask her/him how. #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @mr_abee_tweets
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    #21stedchat
    In reply to @korytellers, @lesliefarooq, @nathan_stevens, @teachermike72, @Edu_Thompson
  • ReadforCupcakes Aug 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Ts need to be willing to take risk and step outside their comfort zones! #21stedchat
  • mr_abee_tweets Aug 13 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Or afraid of embarrassment or unsupportive. #21stedchat or other Ts don't want to change.
    In reply to @CarrieAnnTripp
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    We can never get Ps to show up if it isn't BTSN, sadly. #21stedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAnnTripp, @brynmw, @chadw675
  • rerdmann Aug 13 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Use social media to highlight, showcase and demonstrate all the exciting, innovative learning happening at our school! #21stedchat
    • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT
      Is there a way to educate the parent community to support innovation? Bring in an 'expert'? #21stedchat
      In reply to @teachermike72, @chadw675, @CarrieAnnTripp
  • Edu_Thompson - Moderator Aug 13 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Q4: If you were to change one aspect of your school culture that would allow innovation to explode, what would it be? #21stedchat
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Until recently, my tendency was to just beat myself up for not innovating...#21stedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @mr_abee_tweets
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Are Ts taking them up on it? #21stedchat
    In reply to @ReadforCupcakes
  • EduGladiators Aug 13 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Join #EduGladiators SATURDAY 💥8amCT💥 TODAY~>Share your Boredom Busters on our 🎥https://t.co/40TXmjtO1w #HISDAdminChat #21stedchat #mnlead
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A4: Less pressure about grades and college acceptance, and more on LEARNING!! #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    My new group of 5th graders wrote a persuasive essay to the principal asking for Minecraft this year. I'm looking into it. #21stedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @teachermike72, @CarrieAnnTripp, @chadw675
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    Yep. Unfortunately that is one of the struggles. It's the culture & climate we need to change. #21stedchat
    In reply to @mr_abee_tweets
  • rerdmann Aug 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A4: I would change the timetable structures in schools to give Ss more time to explore, create, build and learn. #21stedchat
  • Edu_Thompson - Moderator Aug 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A4. Removing the barriers of district & state regulations around furniture to help edu be innovative in their classroom set ups. #21stedchat
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    Love it. I created a school twitter account. Would love to 'give' to a class for a day. #21stedchat
    In reply to @rerdmann
  • mr_abee_tweets Aug 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    True. I would take that opportunity to either encourage or learn from those leading the charge. #21stedchat We are humans though :)
    In reply to @teachermike72
  • BodePE Aug 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A4 Make time for it, schedule it as apart of our day/week. Be purposeful. #21stedchat
  • kmurfitt1 Aug 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A4: Time for teachers to "play" with new ideas...a teacher idea maker space would rock! #21stedchat
  • ReadforCupcakes Aug 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4: Just about our entire staff went to the Ron Clark PD in Atl. I'm hoping this year I see some sparks! And all Ts take risks #21stedchat
  • killyalison Aug 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4: I would get rid of the apathy in some of the other teachers who would rather do something easy instead of innovative #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Give them room in the schedule for innovation? Kind of like a 20% time / genius hour? #21stedchat
    In reply to @ReadforCupcakes, @killyalison, @CarrieAnnTripp, @teachermike72, @chadw675
  • rhonhigg Aug 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    #21stedchat Admin show they trust their teachers when innovation is encouraged..in turn leads to student growth.
  • kelli_matula Aug 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4: Shift focus from state testing to empowering a generation of innovators #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • BodePE Aug 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    4? for #21stedchat.
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Part of the plan for this school year! #21stedchat
    In reply to @rerdmann
  • rerdmann Aug 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    This is so important! Teachers need time to explore, engage and learn too! #21stedchat
    • kmurfitt1 Aug 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT
      A4: Time for teachers to "play" with new ideas...a teacher idea maker space would rock! #21stedchat
  • theedpodcast Aug 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    #21stedchat A4: T's need a clear path to innovate that's laid out and backed by admin. Time, $$, resources, encouragement all needed.
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    In essence, teachers need time to play. I think most teachers feel that they have way too much to do to add one more thing. #21stedchat
    In reply to @ReadforCupcakes, @killyalison, @CarrieAnnTripp, @teachermike72, @chadw675
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4 more time for teachers and staff to explore so they have an inderstanding of why students are doing #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    I don't. I could do a LOT more!! #21stedchat
    In reply to @mrterborg, @ReadforCupcakes, @killyalison, @CarrieAnnTripp, @chadw675
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    I'm glad that changed. I love calculus, but I don't get upset I didn't develop theorems. (Not that I could) #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @mr_abee_tweets
  • mr_middle_2 Aug 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Didn't make it for the chat tonight but I'm lurking and jumping in where I can! #21stedchat
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Set up a cohort of teachers that can work together and collaborate with new tools / tech? #21stedchat
    In reply to @rmchurchward
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4 if teachers need to let students work through the process of learning, we need to give them the same opportunity #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Love that. I'd say yes just on how they went about this. #21stedchat
    In reply to @mrterborg, @teachermike72, @CarrieAnnTripp, @chadw675
  • lesliefarooq Aug 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4: "Your ego is not your amigo" training is something that we could all always use. I am sure it would help with innovation. #21stedchat
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Rt of Q4: If you were to change one aspect of your school culture that would allow innovation to explode, what would it be? #21stedchat
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4: Ss encouraging Ts try something new. Teach content through your passion. Ts expecting Ss to turn in innovation not wksht. #21stedchat
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    So I'm guessing going gradeless wouldn't work..... #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @chadw675, @CarrieAnnTripp
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Nowadays I try to innovate myself, not to compete but just to know I am not always behind. Hate feeling out of the loop!! #21stedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @mr_abee_tweets
  • mr_abee_tweets Aug 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A4: Moving forward with innovation: Application. There are a lot of great ideas in theory. Implementing is important #21stedchat
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    That's my feeling. Just need to write it up and find the resources. #21stedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @teachermike72, @CarrieAnnTripp, @chadw675
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Let go of my ego #21stedchat
    In reply to @lesliefarooq
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Woot woot! What was their evidence for needing it? #21stedchat
    In reply to @mrterborg, @brynmw, @teachermike72, @chadw675
  • BodePE Aug 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A4 How grades are given. Grading practices are not innovative, more like archaic!! #21stedchat
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    NO WAY. NEVER. At least not for marking periods. Welcome to California education, esp in Silicon Valley! #21stedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @chadw675, @CarrieAnnTripp
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    You're here. You cannot be that big of a wuss. :) #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @Edu_Thompson
  • rmchurchward Aug 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Teachers learning with and learning from other teachers. #21stedchat
    In reply to @mrterborg
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    What an awesome way to give students ownership of their learning. #21stedchat
    • rerdmann Aug 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT
      We held a ML night at our school and had students demo all the great innovative learning. Great way to get community onboard. #21stedchat
      • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT
        Is there a way to educate the parent community to support innovation? Bring in an 'expert'? #21stedchat
        In reply to @teachermike72, @chadw675, @CarrieAnnTripp
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Many have learned to play the game of school really really well. #21stedchat
    In reply to @killyalison, @mr_abee_tweets
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    I was until recently. Last year I got ed up with just going through the motions! #21stedchat
    In reply to @mrterborg, @Edu_Thompson
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Not sure. I haven't seen the letters yet. #21stedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAnnTripp, @brynmw, @teachermike72, @chadw675
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Goodness. The #21stedcat is returning this late afternoon. #21stedchat
  • chadw675 Aug 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Yes. Grading is he biggest obstacle to innovation. Grading of Ss and grading/rating of Ts. #21stedchat
    • BodePE Aug 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT
      A4 How grades are given. Grading practices are not innovative, more like archaic!! #21stedchat
  • DrJacieMaslyk Aug 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    #21stedchat
    • nankr1120 Aug 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT
      They give permission! In turn we break down the walls of a closed mindset!
      In reply to @DrJacieMaslyk
  • PrincipalNyberg Aug 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    a4. I want to find a way to allow my T staff to do 20% time... ...any great ideas? Thanks in advance :) #21stedchat
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Yeah, I hear you. We all have our wussy areas. #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @Edu_Thompson
  • mr_middle_2 Aug 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    That's a bit surprising being the tech innovation capital of the nation. #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @brynmw, @chadw675, @CarrieAnnTripp
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A4: I would move out lunch staffroomto the library. More comfortable, visible and a place for learning/sharing. #21stedchat
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    We've trained them this way. Or someone has. #21stedchat
    In reply to @BodePE, @nathan_stevens, @Edu_Thompson
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    And developing a PLN on Twitter has been a huge part of me shedding the wussiness re: innovation! #21stedchat
    In reply to @mrterborg, @Edu_Thompson
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    I've seen single point rubrics that show what meets standards. https://t.co/voDWemewJX #21stedchat
    In reply to @MsWolterSS
  • rerdmann Aug 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Why not try it in lieu of one of your staff meetings! Give teachers time to explore their passion! #21stedchat
    • PrincipalNyberg Aug 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT
      a4. I want to find a way to allow my T staff to do 20% time... ...any great ideas? Thanks in advance :) #21stedchat
  • Edu_Thompson - Moderator Aug 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Q5: How can you connect educators in your building to increase the spread of innovative ideas? #21stedchat
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Those innovators got degrees from good schools, so they want the same for their kids and are willing to do ANYTHING for it! #21stedchat
    In reply to @mr_middle_2, @brynmw, @chadw675, @CarrieAnnTripp
  • mr_middle_2 Aug 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Yes! I've been looking for the outlet of innovation and creativity!! #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @mrterborg, @Edu_Thompson
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Add more play time? Spark their curiosity / imagination? #21stedchat
    In reply to @rmchurchward
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5: Having lunch with them informally, talking about what I'm doing and asking what they do to innovate. #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    But in education, I'm sure they feel they want 'strong basics and marks' to get them to universities/colleges. #21stedchat
    In reply to @mr_middle_2, @teachermike72, @chadw675, @CarrieAnnTripp
  • BodePE Aug 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5 Build relationships, just like with our ss. Develops trust, then you share and support one another. #21stedchat
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    (Visit the library) #21stedchat
    In reply to @mr_middle_2, @teachermike72, @Edu_Thompson
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Great. Close your door & let the innovative results speak for themselves. #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @mr_middle_2, @brynmw, @chadw675
  • rmchurchward Aug 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    This year we are instituting a "house" system (like Harry Potter). consisting of teachers across grade levels and departments. #21stedchat
  • rerdmann Aug 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5: Create personalized school and classroom twitter hashtags, try @flipgrid, set up a staff Google + site to share/store ideas. #21stedchat
  • chadw675 Aug 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5: Encourage use of Twitter; build a PLN #21stedchat
  • ChristinekClark Aug 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5: Meaningful staff meetings. If it can be an email - make it an email. PLCs work. #21stedchat
  • killyalison Aug 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5: by setting up a group either on Voxer or google hangouts to discuss ideas or getting together on twitter #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    There has to be a way to compensate for this. Even if it's a little "extra credit" for difficulty of the work. #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @Edu_Thompson
  • sbaumgartner94 Aug 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    I know grade levels who eat together in library area every day. Great idea! (If library staff OKs food) #21stedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • rhonhigg Aug 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    We have student advisory &plt's. What abt teacher advisory time so T's could share innovative practices across content areas? #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5 talk to each other. Share ideas. #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • BodePE Aug 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    ? # 5 on tonight's #21stedchat.
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5: Sending Ts w/ ?s to the expert Ts already in the building. Let others success and ability guide the others. #21stedchat
  • theedpodcast Aug 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    #21stedchat A5: connect to other T's in the building through cross-curricular PBL. A shared problem brings programs, T's, and S's together.
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Backchannels? Cross classroom communication? #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • chadw675 Aug 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    I started an innovation committee in my building with the sole purpose of discussing where to head next and how to get there #21stedchat
    • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT
      A5: Having lunch with them informally, talking about what I'm doing and asking what they do to innovate. #21stedchat
      In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5 bring in people with video conferencing to describe their process #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • WiseDad_Games Aug 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5: PLC's...when allowed to have teacher choice as opposed to district mandate are good for innovation. #21stedchat
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    They didn't even let me send postcards to incoming Ss this year b/c parents might get mad! #21stedchat
    In reply to @mrterborg, @Edu_Thompson
  • mr_middle_2 Aug 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5. Let the results speak for themselves. Ts notice the excitement in other classes. They become curious! #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    Rt of Q5: How can you connect educators in your building to increase the spread of innovative ideas? #21stedchat
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    I can teach & grade the standards traditionally. I also can teach the standards innovatively while grading traditionally. #21stedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @mr_middle_2, @teachermike72, @chadw675
  • lesliefarooq Aug 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5: I can't wait to find out! Yay for new beginnings! #21stedchat
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    But then those Ts also complain that those other classes are doing things they themselves are not :( #21stedchat
    In reply to @mr_middle_2, @Edu_Thompson
  • BodePE Aug 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    Eat tacos together. WHY? Everybody loves tacos!! #21stedchat Come on Nathan, are you not feeling well?
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @Edu_Thompson
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    And time that is built into the day. One shouldn't need to do all of this at home. #21stedchat
    In reply to @rerdmann
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    I think he was referring to the idea of going gradeless. I love the idea but it's too radical for most schools right now. #21stedchat
    In reply to @CarrieAnnTripp, @brynmw, @mr_middle_2, @chadw675
  • PrincipalNyberg Aug 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    It's a start. But, we only meet once a month anyway... I need to scratch out more time for this thing to work. #21stedchat
    In reply to @rerdmann
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    Why would parents get mad over this? #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @Edu_Thompson
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Tacos are the gateway to all innovation #21stedchat
    In reply to @BodePE, @Edu_Thompson
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    That's awesome! T lead or admin lead? #21stedchat
    In reply to @chadw675
  • lesliefarooq Aug 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A written 'information agenda' can be read by the people for which it is intended, a meeting is not necessary for this either! #21stedchat
    In reply to @ChristinekClark
  • mr_middle_2 Aug 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Love this! Hoping our #tlap voxer book study leads to more of this T collab. #21stedchat
    In reply to @killyalison, @Edu_Thompson
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Use the library for this. #21stedchat
    In reply to @rerdmann
  • WiseDad_Games Aug 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Sadly, anything innovative is too radical for most public schools. #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @CarrieAnnTripp, @brynmw, @mr_middle_2, @chadw675
  • lesliefarooq Aug 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    I hope you will be sharing how this is going as it progresses? I would love to learn more! #21stedchat
    In reply to @rmchurchward
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Yeah, I hear you. I have a similar tendency. #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @brynmw, @mr_abee_tweets
  • ChristinekClark Aug 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A5.1: Genius Hour cross-curricular collaborations! Collaborate with your school librarian to bring all disciplines together. #21stedchat
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Because Ss, if they weren't in my classes, wouldn't get postcards. Then they would complain to Ts, and Ts complain to admins. #21stedchat
    In reply to @mrterborg, @Edu_Thompson
  • mr_abee_tweets Aug 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    #tacomakerspace #21stedchat I dig that!
    In reply to @BodePE, @nathan_stevens, @Edu_Thompson
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Very glad to know I am not the only one! #21stedchat
    In reply to @mrterborg, @brynmw, @mr_abee_tweets
  • Edu_Thompson - Moderator Aug 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Q6: What is your key takeaway from tonight’s chat? #21stedchat
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    So? (That's their problem...) #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @Edu_Thompson
  • mr_middle_2 Aug 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    I don't know... I'm very encouraged by what I see on Twitter!! #21stedchat
    In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @teachermike72, @CarrieAnnTripp, @brynmw, @chadw675
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    I'm in for tacos! #21stedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @BodePE, @Edu_Thompson
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    I agree, but admins forbade me to send postcards. Said it would make my colleagues look bad, said might be a union issue too. #21stedchat
    In reply to @mrterborg, @Edu_Thompson
  • BodePE Aug 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    A6 Eat tacos w/ your co-workers, be willing to take innovative risks for the betterment of your students. #21stedchat
  • ChristinekClark Aug 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    A6: T's, S's, Admin, and Districts want to be innovative -- they just don't know how. #giveideas #model #collaborate #21stedchat
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A6: That innovation is something critical and doesn't always have to be done alone or with a machine! #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • kelli_matula Aug 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A6: don't be afraid to be a leader of innovative ideas on your campus, work hard because the kids are worth it and deserve it #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Did you talk to the union? :) #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @Edu_Thompson
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A6 that @mr_abee_tweets and I will be going out for tacos during @EdCampQC #edcampqc #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson, @mr_abee_tweets, @EdCampQC
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A6: We're all responsible to bring innovative experiences to our Ss. We can't wait for someone else or the timing to be right. #21stedchat
  • theedpodcast Aug 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    #21stedchat A6: In order for innovation to happen, there needs to be a significant force behind it and in front to clear obstacles
  • killyalison Aug 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A6: perseverance and collaboration are key #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • mr_abee_tweets Aug 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A6: It is a community effort to foster innovation. But Ts are capable of planting the seed. Start small, take risks, share ideas #21stedchat
  • rerdmann Aug 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A6: There are many innovative educators out there trying to find ways to support their students. #21stedchat
  • rhonhigg Aug 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    #21stedchat A6: Motivate teachers to be innovative! Be an example for others to take risks.
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Yeah, if they said no, don't do it... What did your grade level team say? #21stedchat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @Edu_Thompson
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A6 that @Edu_Thompson is a super wonderful person #21stedchat
  • mr_middle_2 Aug 13 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Yes and no. There are many Ts innovating in public school. #blendedlearning for ex. Ps Only can say yes when T initiates! #21stedchat
    In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @teachermike72, @CarrieAnnTripp, @brynmw, @chadw675
  • Edu_Thompson - Moderator Aug 13 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Right back at ya, thanks for always being in #21stedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    And some admin are giving all green lights to peeps with brakes firmly applied. #21stedchat
    In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @mr_middle_2, @teachermike72, @brynmw, @chadw675
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    Yes, they said I shouldn't do it b/c Ps would expect that ALL teachers would send postcards, plus it was during summer so... #21stedchat
    In reply to @mrterborg, @Edu_Thompson
  • BodePE Aug 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    If you have not read Innovator's Mindset" by @gcouros It is a great read to encourage innovation. Gave copy to principal. #21stedchat
  • nathan_stevens Aug 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    That is what friends are for #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson
  • Edu_Thompson - Moderator Aug 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Thank you for joining #21stedchat with @dprindle and I. Join us next week (Sunday, 8:00pm EST) as we discuss back to school
  • mrterborg Aug 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Oy vey. Really? Why would parents expect that from all teachers? :( #21stedchat (So what if it's during the summer?) (what about fall?)
    In reply to @teachermike72, @Edu_Thompson
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    As an admin, I'm all about getting to yes! (Or green light) #21stedchat
    In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @mr_middle_2, @teachermike72, @CarrieAnnTripp, @chadw675
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    This kind of makes me giggle. I, too, want to innovate, but also want my PLN to tell me how. #21stedchat
    In reply to @ChristinekClark
  • lesliefarooq Aug 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A6: #21stedchat Truly? That I can do one chat well or two chats poorly. Sorry everyone here and at #mnlead. Be fully present.
  • mr_abee_tweets Aug 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    I will have to postpone that day, but I will take you up on it another day. Math conference that weekend in Raleigh #21stedchat Super bummed
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @Edu_Thompson, @EdCampQC
  • rerdmann Aug 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Thanks for a great chat! Cheers from Canada! #21stedchat
  • teachermike72 Aug 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    "Well, Mr. Messner's students got postcards, why aren't YOU sending them, Mr. Terborg??" #21stedchat
    In reply to @mrterborg, @Edu_Thompson
  • BodePE Aug 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    #21stedchat Don't forget to follow your fellow educators. Grow your PLN
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    We give green lights in our building! #21stedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @WiseDad_Games, @mr_middle_2, @teachermike72, @chadw675
  • ReadforCupcakes Aug 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A5: #21stedchat Offer support or find support to help them be successful with their innovative ideas!
  • brynmw Aug 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Missed some of #21stedchat to BBQ some steak for dinner.
  • HerodHeroes Aug 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    I've set up Google Classroom for the Ts to join and share their wealth of knowledge and resources with the school community #21stedchat
    In reply to @Edu_Thompson