#LaEdChat Archive

Chat for Louisiana educators. We chat on every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 7pm - 8pm.

Tuesday February 19, 2019
8:00 PM EST

  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:00 PM EST
    It’s time for #LaEdChat. Let’s get this started. Tonight’s topic - Planning to Connect with Another Class During March @lacueorg
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Hi Tammy. So glad you are here for #LaEdChat. @lacueorg
    In reply to @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • tylerlovesteach Feb 19 @ 8:02 PM EST
    #LAEdchat Tyler Colson here! Coming from @PFM_Magnet
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg, @PFM_Magnet
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Hello, Everyone! It's Tammy Seneca from WBR Parish... Tech Supervisor... also @lacueorg President. I'm looking forward to a great chat from @plnaugle! She is a rock star!!! #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg, @lacueorg, @plnaugle, @lacueorg
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Hi #LaEdChat tweeps. I teach 5th grade math and science in Jeff Parish and have over 40 years of classroom experience. @JPPSS @lacueorg
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Hi Tyler. Thanks for being here with us tonight for #LaEdChat. @lacueorg
    In reply to @tylerlovesteach, @lacueorg, @PFM_Magnet, @lacueorg
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Question 1 coming right up. #LaEdChat @lacueorg
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:07 PM EST
    #LaEdChat @lacueorg Question 1
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1 Making classroom connections is a valuable life skill for today's students. Showing our Ss how to connect with others is so positive and helps build stronger skill sets. It helps cover the 4Cs especially collaboration and communication. And it's loads of fun. #LaEdChat
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1: Because I think that it opens up their worlds to so many more possibilities beyond the four wall that they see everyday. It opens them literally to a whole new world! #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • BrowniePoints21 Feb 19 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1: Students can easily see how useful this tech is for learning about other people and places. Great lesson for life. #LaEdChat
  • tylerlovesteach Feb 19 @ 8:11 PM EST
    A1: Connecting my class w/ other classes prepares my students for the real world, which encompasses globalization #LAEdchat
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Great point... it also helps students to develop those soft skills they need for their futures. #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg
  • mrs_olivier_wbr Feb 19 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Hello! Samantha Olivier-I teach third grade in WBR parish! #LaEdChat
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Great point... kids need to understand their is a world beyond their classroom, school, and community. #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @tylerlovesteach, @plnaugle, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Here is Question 2 - #LaEdChat
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Hi Samantha and thanks for joining us for #LaEdChat. @lacueorg
    In reply to @mrs_olivier_wbr, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • mrs_olivier_wbr Feb 19 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A1: exposure to new opportunities, experiences, and viewpoints! amazing things can happen! I wish this was around more when i was a child :) #laedchat
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A2: In our district they have done chats about books, mystery hangouts, math mysteries, and even discussed service learning projects with other classes. #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg
  • wileybrazier - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Late to #LAEDCHAT but I'm here! Wiley Brazier - Baton Rouge HELLO EVERYONE!!
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Kids also understand there is something outside of their schools as well! #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @mrs_olivier_wbr, @plnaugle, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • BrowniePoints21 Feb 19 @ 8:16 PM EST
    My classes have connected with students from Florida. They were younger by quite a few years, but it was very helpful. #LaEdChat @lacueorg
  • mrs_olivier_wbr Feb 19 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2: Two stick out the most! 1 was when my students connected with M.I.T.'s robotics student.and the other was a classroom up north that was getting a lot of snow at the time! The loved our accents and asked us about crawfish..lol It was so amazing to see the aha moments #LaEdchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:17 PM EST
    A2: I began making connections with other classes back in 2004 with Skye calls and participation in Projects by Jen. We have done read alouds, weather data gathering, Mystery Location Calls, taught others about Mardi Gras and played competitive Kahoot games. #LaEdChat @lacueorg
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:17 PM EST
    That made me laugh out loud! #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @wileybrazier, @lacueorg
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Cool.. what did they do? Discuss? #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @BrowniePoints21, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:18 PM EST
    Hi Wiley. Thanks for being here for #LaEdChat. @lacueorg
    In reply to @wileybrazier, @lacueorg
  • tylerlovesteach Feb 19 @ 8:18 PM EST
    @lacueorg #LAEdchat I'm actually connecting w/ @STEMGirlHolly tomorrow (she is at our feeder school) so our classes can discuss their projects in Robotics to inspire them to stick with our #STEM track. My class is also connecting with a @verizon Engineer for #EngineeringWeek
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg, @STEMGirlHolly, @verizon
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:18 PM EST
    I remember that one, now!! It was great! #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @mrs_olivier_wbr, @plnaugle, @lacueorg
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:18 PM EST
    I learned about the mystery location calls from you!! #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • carl_gaines Feb 19 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Peek a Boo... can I lurk here? #LaEdChat
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Yes, we always want to see snow and they always want to listen to us say y'all. #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @mrs_olivier_wbr, @lacueorg
  • wileybrazier - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A1: Connections create opportunities for new cultures, new ideas and new learning! #LAEDCHAT @lacueorg #lacueorg
  • BrowniePoints21 Feb 19 @ 8:19 PM EST
    They were doing a project on Louisiana, so we answered questions they had for us. Lots of curiosity about Mardi Gras beads! #LaEdChat
    In reply to @Drtamssen, @lacueorg
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:20 PM EST
    GREAT Stuff!!!! #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @BrowniePoints21, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:20 PM EST
    #LaEdChat @lacueorg Question #3
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:21 PM EST
    CARL!!! Yes, lurk away, but also feel free to join in. Miss you my friend. #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @carl_gaines, @lacueorg
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A3: Twitter ... Google Groups... Conference Connections... heck, begin with your neighbor so you get comfortable!! #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • BrowniePoints21 Feb 19 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A3: If you’re part of a Facebook group or other PLN, just ask others! If they don’t know how, they’ll be likely to want to learn! #LAEdChat
  • tylerlovesteach Feb 19 @ 8:23 PM EST
    #LAEdchat use your outside PLN! This is what Twitter is for! Sadly, Google+ will be going away, but when I became an @iste member, I was like
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg, @iste
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A3 When I'm looking for a class to connect with I always start on Twitter. If you teach in a grade post a tweet about it and include the hashtag #kinderchat, #lstchat, #2ndchat, #3rdchat etc. If you teach a subject try #engchat, #sschat ect. #LaEdChat @lacue
  • mrs_olivier_wbr Feb 19 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A3: skype site has some suggestions, also i've had some interest in connecting with classrooms from teachers in different PLN's such as a fb group i'm in; lot of other classrooms working on similar content #laedchat
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:26 PM EST
    #Mysterylocationcalls are always one of my Ss favorite ways to connect with others. We also like #mysterynumber calls. #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @Drtamssen, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • wileybrazier - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Want to connect with other schools via Google Hangout in celebration of Read Across America Day on Friday, March 1st. Check out the Read Across America Connection! #LAEDCHAT @lacueorg https://t.co/i1l9pbKcb7
  • SMPSBIT Feb 19 @ 8:27 PM EST
    #LaEdChat Students gain empathy. It expands their world, and they learn from the other students diversity and different thinking. It opens their minds.
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:28 PM EST
    I will have to pass that one one to our teachers! #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Question #4 for #LaEdChat @lacueorg
  • wileybrazier - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Here's an opportunity to connect with other schools via Google Hangout in celebration of Read Across America Day on Friday, March 1st. #LAEDCHAT @lacueorg
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Great idea!! One year one of the high schools dressed up as Green Eggs and Ham and then read online for the younger students at one of the elementary schools. It was really cool! #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @wileybrazier, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A4: Mardi Gras is late this year... that is a great one for March. #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • mrs_olivier_wbr Feb 19 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A4: Dr. Suess Day. Also, we're taking part in a grant from LSU Ag and will be planting and growing our very own gardens! Would be awesome to connect with another classroom that has some advice in this area! #LaEdChat
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg
  • BrowniePoints21 Feb 19 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A4: Mardi Gras is a GREAT cultural lesson for many from outside La. let your kids learn by teaching others about us! #LAEdChat @lacueorg
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A4: Will start the month with #RAA hangout with some of my favorite friends around the country. #LaEdChat @lacueorg
  • SMPSBIT Feb 19 @ 8:32 PM EST
    #LaEdChat @lacueorg Pi day! Connect with other classes for math activities and centered around Pi. Collaborate and work together.
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:32 PM EST
    Nice idea!!! #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @mrs_olivier_wbr, @plnaugle, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Read Across America | Dr. Seuss Educators | Seussville https://t.co/OsX7IZ6HmO #LaEdChat @lacueorg
  • mrs_olivier_wbr Feb 19 @ 8:33 PM EST
    this is always fun! I missed it last year, but would love to do again this year! #laEdchat
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:33 PM EST
    It sure is!!! Awesome! #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @BrowniePoints21, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • SMPSBIT Feb 19 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A4: #LaEdChat @lacueorg Pi day! Connect with other classes for math activities and centered around Pi. Collaborate and work together.
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Great one! #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @SMPSBIT, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • SMPSBIT Feb 19 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A4: #LaEdChat @lacueorg How about Women's History Month and March Madness. I believe these would be good opportunities to connect and lots of opportunities for creativeness.
  • tylerlovesteach Feb 19 @ 8:35 PM EST
    #LaEdChat @lacueorg we are focusing on all things #STEM at my school in March & we are screaming our Magnet theme @PFM_Magnet...would love to connect with another #Coding focused class
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:35 PM EST
    In past years, I've had my students research Mardi Gras, make a Google slideshow, come dressed in costumes and present to other classes via Google Hangout. We ended doing a second line dance. Always a fun time. Had others sign up using a Google form. #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @BrowniePoints21, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:38 PM EST
    Question #5 for #LaEdChat. @lauceorg
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A5: That is exactly how we suggested to many of our teachers on how to begin. It's easy and helps to build confidence. Great idea!! #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg
  • wileybrazier - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:40 PM EST
    As Google+ shuts down we now have a GEG Louisiana Google Group now! You should join! #LAEDCHAT @lacueorg https://t.co/eaPccs6oJr
    In reply to @tylerlovesteach, @plnaugle, @lacueorg, @iste, @lacueorg
  • mrs_olivier_wbr Feb 19 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A5: Brusly High School teacher (LA state teacher of the year) @2018LATOY & I just talked about connecting!She is leading EdRising students.We are right down the street from each other :) I do think we overlook our own neighboors; good reminder & may look into this soon! #laedchat
    In reply to @plnaugle, @2018LATOY
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A5: I always make my first Google Hangout of the year with a class in my school (usually across the hall) so I can check out my vidoe, audio etc. and teach the Ss how to properly participate in a video conference call. Takes the pressure off when connecting with others. #LaEdChat
  • tylerlovesteach Feb 19 @ 8:41 PM EST
    #LAEdchat @lacueorg I started connecting with @AndreDSmithJr3 who is 2 doors down out of necessity lol. Something simple as needing a flyer/logo/pic/brochure (he teaches digital media) worked for connecting our classes. Plus, he is already my work bff lol.
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg, @AndreDSmithJr3
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:42 PM EST
    I love that idea!!! Let those students connect with a rock star teacher!! #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @mrs_olivier_wbr, @plnaugle, @2018LATOY, @lacueorg
  • SMPSBIT Feb 19 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A5: #laEdChat @lacueorg Absolutely. It is a more comfortable setting. Baby steps
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg
  • BrowniePoints21 Feb 19 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A5: This is the ONLY way to start! You need to get comfortable with your tech and troubleshoot the weak spots. #LaEdChat @lacueorg
  • tylerlovesteach Feb 19 @ 8:43 PM EST
    #A5 #LAEDCHAT after we connected physically, our classes started connecting virtually
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:43 PM EST
    I had a Skype buddy class in 2009 in Kansas. Each month @janwells and I made a plan to connect our two classes for a project each month. Built our confidence and lead to some wonderful opportunities to connect with others. #LaEdChat
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:45 PM EST
    Question #6 for #LaEdChat. @lacueorg
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:45 PM EST
    I have always loved this idea!!! #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @plnaugle, @janwells, @lacueorg
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:46 PM EST
    Oops forgot the graphic. Question #6 for #LaEdChat. @lacueorg
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A6: Good question! I think you have to emphasize how many skills the students gain from this activity. They are communicating and problem solving! So worth the time! #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A6: Turn naysayers into YAYsayer by inviting them to take part. Also remember to invite your admin into your room when you are doing a video conference. My principal loved being a part of our Oreo stacking challenge against another classroom. #LaEdChat @lacueorg
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:50 PM EST
    This is great advice!!! #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A6: I challenge anyone who has ever taken part in a @mysterylocation call or a competitive @GetKahoot game to be a naysayer. #LaEdChat @lacueorg
  • mrs_olivier_wbr Feb 19 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A6:time is always an excuse if we allow it to https://t.co/LtUnnBIAgb dad always told me there's always time, but you have to make time for what https://t.co/uXlplWhR6T's important to give our Ss experiences that enhance their learning!Make the time for the priorities #LAEdChat
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg
  • wileybrazier - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:51 PM EST
    I've been working on myself to cultivate the relationships of those with whom I'm already connected. I'm actually an introvert so I'm working to become reach out to others, just because. People like @Drtamssen @plnaugle @2018LATOY my #OVAcademy and the #LAEDCHAT Family!
  • tylerlovesteach Feb 19 @ 8:51 PM EST
    #A6 #LAEdchat look at the response. See how your students' work changes after they connect with another class and see things from another point of view.
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:52 PM EST
    Question #7 for #LaEdChat. @lacueorg
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:53 PM EST
    Wiley, it is hard to think of you as an introvert. So glad we connected. #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @wileybrazier, @Drtamssen, @2018LATOY, @lacueorg
  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:53 PM EST
    A7: YES! Great suggestions to pass on to our teachers. Thanks for all the ideas and the challenge!!! #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • mrs_olivier_wbr Feb 19 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A7: I was just thinking about this last week & this helped give me the nudge to set it as a priority; so thank you! And definitely helped me think to connect to help us with our garden! #laedchat @lacueorg
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • tylerlovesteach Feb 19 @ 8:56 PM EST
    #LAEdchat oh yes! #A7
    In reply to @plnaugle, @lacueorg
  • myPD247 Feb 19 @ 8:57 PM EST
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  • Drtamssen Feb 19 @ 8:57 PM EST
    You go, Samantha!! Your kids will love this!!! #LaEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @mrs_olivier_wbr, @plnaugle, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:57 PM EST
    Some shameless self-promotion. Check out my book written by @cybraryman1 and @wkrakower after we connected on projects for a couple of years. #LaEdChat @lacueorg
  • mrs_olivier_wbr Feb 19 @ 8:58 PM EST
    now to find a classroom :) challenge accepted! Can't wait! this is why I love twitter chat-conversing with amazing educators like you all help re-fresh my brain and reflect & recharge! #laEdChat @lacueorg
    In reply to @Drtamssen, @plnaugle, @lacueorg, @lacueorg
  • BrowniePoints21 Feb 19 @ 8:58 PM EST
    The hardest part is getting yourself to do it the first time. After that, it’s easy to want to do more. #LaEdChat
  • plnaugle Feb 19 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Thank you to everyone who participated in #LaEdChat tonight. Mark your calendars for the next one! @lacueorg