#FLEdChat Archive
#FLedchat is a virtual meeting place using Twitter. Educators across the state of Florida come together on Wednesdays at 8pm EST to discuss the topics of the week.
Wednesday March 8, 2017
8:00 PM EST
participatechat
Mar 8 @ 8:00 PM EST
Participate in the upcoming
#FLEdChat
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/tmr0m9WUVY
shaffer_jason
Mar 8 @ 8:00 PM EST
Jason Shaffer from
@NBPSEagles
#FLedChat
hope everyone is having a great evening!
In reply to @NBPSEagles
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:01 PM EST
Good evening, Jason! Glad you are here.
#FLedChat
In reply to @shaffer_jason
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:02 PM EST
Let's start
#FLedChat
with some introductions. What is your 411? What is your favorite meal for lunch?
KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:02 PM EST
@TG_Neil
Yay! You found potpourri!
#FLedChat
In reply to @TG_Neil
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 7:59 PM EST
It's time for the
#FLedChat
Medley. I hope everyone is having a great week.
BrookinsBits
Mar 8 @ 8:02 PM EST
I'm running π late! Be there in just a few!
#fledchat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:03 PM EST
Hey there
#FLedChat
! Kimberly, Media Specialist from Daytona Beach here!
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:03 PM EST
Thought it was appropriate. Different parts coming together to make something amazing.
#FLedChat
In reply to @KristinCHarr
KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:04 PM EST
Kristin from St. Augustine, FL. Still feeling excited after
#edcampstaug
.
#FLedChat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:04 PM EST
HI, all. I'm Tammy from Branford. I teach Comp. Science and I love lunch with my pals in the Culinary Arts room.
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:04 PM EST
Lately my favorite lunch has been a Granny Smith apple with almond butter. Easy to cart around!
#FLedChat
EDUcre8ive
Mar 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
John Kline from WeVideo for Schools.
#FLedChat
midskoolmot
Mar 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
Hey guys! Burton from Pensacola. 6th grade math
#FLedChat
raspberryberet3
Mar 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
I'll be popping in and out tonight - Shelly from Toronto.
#fledchat
shaffer_jason
Mar 8 @ 8:06 PM EST
my students love your software!
#FLedChat
In reply to @EDUcre8ive
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:06 PM EST
Tonight we are going to have a variety of topics. Hopefully they will get us talking. Don't forget to use the hashtag.
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:06 PM EST
Hey, Burton!
#FLedChat
In reply to @midskoolmot
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:06 PM EST
Hi, Tammy!
#FLedChat
In reply to @TG_Neil
nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:06 PM EST
Nathan and guess what I am going to say
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:06 PM EST
Hey, hey, Kristin!
#FLedChat
In reply to @KristinCHarr
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:06 PM EST
Hey, Michelle! (I remembered!)
#FLedChat
In reply to @kmichellehowell
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:07 PM EST
Hey, John!
#FLedChat
In reply to @EDUcre8ive
korytellers
Mar 8 @ 8:07 PM EST
No.
#FLEdchat
In reply to @nathan_stevens, @TG_Neil
KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:07 PM EST
Hey Kim :). Your shadow picture turned out amazing!
#FLedChat
In reply to @kmichellehowell
EastsideAP
Mar 8 @ 8:07 PM EST
Mike, AP from Spring Hill, Fl. Favorite thing for lunch is when my Leadership Team orders out at hometown restaurants each Friday.
#FLedChat
KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:07 PM EST
#FLedChat
is starting now :).
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:06 PM EST
Tonight we are going to have a variety of topics. Hopefully they will get us talking. Don't forget to use the hashtag.
#FLedChat
Tanya_IDE
Mar 8 @ 8:07 PM EST
Hey
#FLedChat
friends! Tanya from Naples, designing Learner-Active, Tech-Infused
#latic
schools in FL. Fav lunch =
@Starbucks
kale salad
In reply to @Starbucks
midskoolmot
Mar 8 @ 8:07 PM EST
#chili
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:08 PM EST
#FLedChat
In reply to @TG_Neil
valerietilton
Mar 8 @ 8:08 PM EST
Valerie from the NE part of FL! Loving this weather! My fav lunch has been Lean Cuisines since New Years!π©
#FLedChat
KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:08 PM EST
:(. Forgot! It will take me a while.
#FLedChat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:06 PM EST
Hey, Michelle! (I remembered!)
#FLedChat
In reply to @kmichellehowell
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:08 PM EST
Thanks!
#FLedChat
In reply to @KristinCHarr
nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:08 PM EST
yes
#FLedChat
In reply to @korytellers, @TG_Neil
ShanaVWhite
Mar 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
Evening, Shana from Georgia. Favorite lunch broccoli, Brussels sprouts and steak.
#FLedChat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
Q1: Tell us about something that's been difficult for you in the classroom this year.
#FLedChat
KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
@Tanya_IDE
I've never tried their kale salad. On my list now.
#FLedChat
In reply to @Tanya_IDE
Tanya_IDE
Mar 8 @ 8:07 PM EST
Hey
#FLedChat
friends! Tanya from Naples, designing Learner-Active, Tech-Infused
#latic
schools in FL. Fav lunch =
@Starbucks
kale salad
In reply to @Starbucks
valerietilton
Mar 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
Bummed that I've missed Ed Camp Ocala and St Aug but have my ticket printed for Ed Camp Branford! ππ»
#FLedChat
EduGladiators
Mar 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
π‘This week
#EduGladiators
series "4Cs of Success" continues with CRITICAL THINKING!
#MSLA
#WCPSSchat
#EdCampWake
#FLEdChat
#edbeat
#ATchat
LREjubilee
Mar 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
My 411?? I love my dog. What'd I eat for lunch today?
@SUBWAY
because it was
#ParaPD
and sandwich meeting day!
#fledchat
In reply to @SUBWAY
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
@TG_Neil
I love you guys!
#FLedChat
In reply to @KristinCHarr, @TG_Neil
KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
Yes!!
#FLedChat
valerietilton
Mar 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
Bummed that I've missed Ed Camp Ocala and St Aug but have my ticket printed for Ed Camp Branford! ππ»
#FLedChat
BrookinsBits
Mar 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
A1: Building relationships with teachers
#fledchat
ChouinardJahant
Mar 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
Jumping in a bit late. Good Evening
#FLedChat
@TG_Neil
This is Melissa from Katy TX.
In reply to @TG_Neil
BrookinsBits
Mar 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
Cool! Looking forward to meeting you f2f!
#fledchat
In reply to @valerietilton
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
A1. Trying out all of the cool stuff I have learned at
#edcamp
this year. Never seems to be enough time!
#FLedChat
valerietilton
Mar 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
A1: Having to adjust to not being in classroom. I really miss the students! But love my job!β€
#FLedChat
BrookinsBits
Mar 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
just got here myself
#fledchat
In reply to @ChouinardJahant
LREjubilee
Mar 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
couldn't have said it better myself
#fledchat
In reply to @BrookinsBits
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
Hi Melissa!
#FLedChat
In reply to @ChouinardJahant, @TG_Neil
EDUcre8ive
Mar 8 @ 8:12 PM EST
A1/ biggest difficulty that's unique to this year would be the whole discussion of fake news
#FLedChat
MrCharlesMartin
Mar 8 @ 8:12 PM EST
A1: Always finding the time to be creative and innovative in lessons. Time consuming (but worthwhile).
#fledchat
ChouinardJahant
Mar 8 @ 8:12 PM EST
#FLedChat
Keeping up w/ all the amazing new things I am learning & implementating. I bit off a bit more then I can chew. But making it work.
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
Q1: Tell us about something that's been difficult for you in the classroom this year.
#FLedChat
BrookinsBits
Mar 8 @ 8:12 PM EST
u discussed fake news?
#fledchat
In reply to @EDUcre8ive
KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:12 PM EST
A1: It's been a pretty great year, but it has been a challenge getting to know everyone in a new district.
#FLedChat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:12 PM EST
A1: Balancing the variety of different topics I've needed to teach this year. Preps are very different.
#FLedChat
shaffer_jason
Mar 8 @ 8:13 PM EST
Running out of time has always been my biggest issue! So much to share!!!
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
ChouinardJahant
Mar 8 @ 8:13 PM EST
My favorite struggle- Podcasting & blogging with my students- but now they are comfortable and I am too
#FLedChat
ShanaVWhite
Mar 8 @ 8:13 PM EST
A1: Not in the classroom, but many in our building have lost faith in the direction of our leadership. Feelings of apathy.
#FLedChat
LREjubilee
Mar 8 @ 8:14 PM EST
I'm broaching that with my Ss with autism right now... definitely a challenge but definitely worth it!
#fledchat
In reply to @EDUcre8ive
nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:14 PM EST
A1 finding like minded collaborators
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
shaffer_jason
Mar 8 @ 8:14 PM EST
Here is one more - Completion of non graded formative assessment
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
That isn't always easy for someone as forward thinking as you are.
#FLedChat
In reply to @nathan_stevens
nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
I hear that.
#fledchat
In reply to @ShanaVWhite
KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
Flagler County now.
#FLedChat
In reply to @valerietilton
BrookinsBits
Mar 8 @ 8:16 PM EST
Yep. That's been an issue as well
#fledchat
In reply to @nathan_stevens, @TG_Neil
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:16 PM EST
Topic Change....
#FLedChat
ChouinardJahant
Mar 8 @ 8:16 PM EST
A1
#FLedChat
I struggle w/ some colleagues who can't see beyond the box. Some naysayers looking my way. But I always do what is best for Ss
FoleyKev
Mar 8 @ 8:16 PM EST
Kevin a Teaching Principal in Ireland with the states first and only school STEAM Room
#FledChat
#mespchat
#steam
nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:16 PM EST
I used to be able to find a few here and there but too many have lost their faith in pushing ahead
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
BrookinsBits
Mar 8 @ 8:16 PM EST
That's hard..especially is said educators are badgering u :(
#fledchat
In reply to @ChouinardJahant
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:16 PM EST
Q2: What has been a gift to your classroom? What made it so special?
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:17 PM EST
A1.B. Lack of collaboration partners since I am part of Special Area. Ts need their planning time. I get it but still...
#FLedChat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:17 PM EST
Sounds like it's time to come south for a break. Sometime around April 22nd would be fantastic!
#FLedChat
In reply to @nathan_stevens
ChouinardJahant
Mar 8 @ 8:17 PM EST
A1
#FLedChat
balancing all my science competitions with grading, planning and family
sgaboriau
Mar 8 @ 8:17 PM EST
I apologize for being late!
#FLedChat
nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
that is the same day as edcamp beach
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
No worries. Glad you're here.
#FLedChat
In reply to @sgaboriau
BrookinsBits
Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
A2: I have Ts that will trust me with their kids, recently encouraged me that I DO make a difference, and not just a babysitter
#fledchat
KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
Hi Susan!
#FLedChat
In reply to @sgaboriau
Tanya_IDE
Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
A1: Yes, time
@TG_Neil
&
@schaffer_jason
Always wishing for more with the leaders & Ts we coach to fuel their innovative thinking.
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil, @schaffer_jason
ShanaVWhite
Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
A2: The Collaboratory has been successful. My crazy vision to learn differently has been great for Ss and Ts in my building.
#fledchat
LREjubilee
Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
A1: I *technically* have 15 preps because I have 3 different grade levels, 7 different subjects and some independent study kiddos
#fledchat
midskoolmot
Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
A1: hmmmm. The S,s the curriculum, administration, parents...am I missing anything?
#FLedChat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
Q1: Tell us about something that's been difficult for you in the classroom this year.
#FLedChat
ChouinardJahant
Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
#FLedChat
I love my student-centered classroom, flexible seating, standing desks- stepping back & watching my Ss lead & grow together
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:16 PM EST
Q2: What has been a gift to your classroom? What made it so special?
#FLedChat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:19 PM EST
I know. It's also
@EdcampBranford
.
#FLedChat
In reply to @nathan_stevens, @EdcampBranford
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:19 PM EST
A2. Bouncing an idea off another Media Specialist, and BOOM! Centers in the Media center! the Ss & I love it! Tweaking now.
#FLedChat
midskoolmot
Mar 8 @ 8:19 PM EST
A1: I'm flipping my class and I'm still trying to find my balance.
#FLedChat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
Q1: Tell us about something that's been difficult for you in the classroom this year.
#FLedChat
valerietilton
Mar 8 @ 8:19 PM EST
A2: My gift as IC has been the opp to get to know the other Ts at our school. To see the amazing things our Ts are doing w Ss!ππ»
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:19 PM EST
No worries! Welcome!
#FLedChat
In reply to @sgaboriau
ChouinardJahant
Mar 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
A2
#FLedChat
My favorite thing is the makerspace- it has opened up realm of creativity, experimentation, tinkering, design, choice
BrookinsBits
Mar 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
u make a difference. Been sharing ur ideas with our
@kismediaman
for "next" year
#fledchat
In reply to @kmichellehowell, @kismediaman
KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
A2:
@Seesaw
has been a gift that makes my life easier as an Ed Tech Coach. Teachers, Students, and Parents love it :).
#FLedChat
In reply to @Seesaw
erinipock
Mar 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
#FLedChat
A1: Across district Ts are struggling w focusing on good core instruction while balancing many other priorities & initiatives.
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
Awwww! That's awesome!
#FLedChat
In reply to @BrookinsBits, @kismediaman
BrookinsBits
Mar 8 @ 8:21 PM EST
do the Ss know it's fake news? (confused)
#fledchat
In reply to @EDUcre8ive
ChouinardJahant
Mar 8 @ 8:21 PM EST
A2
#FLedChat
My 1-minute check ins have helped me get to know every student on a personal level- interests, πΆ etc. building relationships
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:21 PM EST
A2: The
@SpheroEdu
PowerPack+ and the
@OZOBOT
have sparked a lot of interest in CS lately. Sometimes flashy has a purpose.
#FLedChat
In reply to @SpheroEdu, @OZOBOT
ShanaVWhite
Mar 8 @ 8:21 PM EST
yes....they still have on blinders. I was told that even though I really care I can't make my principal care
#fledchat
In reply to @gabolhuis
LREjubilee
Mar 8 @ 8:21 PM EST
A2: the lack of curriculum... It's given me the freedom to explore what's best for my kids! Don't knock it 'til you tried it
#FLedchat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:21 PM EST
Yes! Seesaw is wonderful!
#FLedChat
In reply to @KristinCHarr, @Seesaw
midskoolmot
Mar 8 @ 8:21 PM EST
A2: Our district going 1:1 with Chromebooks has been a blessing for my class
#FLedChat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:16 PM EST
Q2: What has been a gift to your classroom? What made it so special?
#FLedChat
nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:22 PM EST
A2 everyone's answer for this one is Tammy Neil
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
BrookinsBits
Mar 8 @ 8:22 PM EST
I LOVE Sphero AND Ozobot! I must get them!!
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil, @SpheroEdu, @OZOBOT
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:22 PM EST
I was just thinking that YOU have been an amazing gift. Your support this year has made a huge difference.
#FLedChat
In reply to @nathan_stevens
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
Yes, it is!
#FLedChat
In reply to @nathan_stevens, @TG_Neil
ChouinardJahant
Mar 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
#FLedChat
I would love that so much. My room only 3 iPads & 6 older notebooks that take 20 minutes to turn on.
In reply to @midskoolmot
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
Topic Change --
#FLedChat
nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
A2 would it too self-absorbed to answer that jest having nathan stevens around is all the gift you need
#FLedChat
In reply to @TG_Neil
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
Q3: What has been your favorite unit to teach so far this year? Why?
#FLedChat
sgaboriau
Mar 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
A2
@EDpuzzle
has been great for interactive videos. Instead of just watching them
#FLedChat
In reply to @EDpuzzle
MrJPrintz
Mar 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
Hi, all! I teach with
@midskoolmot
. Looking for suggestions/tips/help for middle school reading.
#FLedchat
In reply to @midskoolmot
BrookinsBits
Mar 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
what is Edpuzzle?
#fledchat
In reply to @sgaboriau, @EDpuzzle
midskoolmot
Mar 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
I'd like to look more into this
#FLedChat
KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
A2:
@Seesaw
has been a gift that makes my life easier as an Ed Tech Coach. Teachers, Students, and Parents love it :).
#FLedChat
In reply to @Seesaw
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:25 PM EST
Edpuzzle is amazing! Allows you to monitor and assess students using videos.
#FLedChat
In reply to @BrookinsBits, @sgaboriau, @EDpuzzle
LREjubilee
Mar 8 @ 8:25 PM EST
My admin is understanding though bc I have such a unique situation ... but I could do with a few less preps :)
#FLedchat
In reply to @valerietilton
BrookinsBits
Mar 8 @ 8:26 PM EST
u have my interest!
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil, @sgaboriau, @EDpuzzle
ChouinardJahant
Mar 8 @ 8:26 PM EST
A3
#FLedChat
Odd b/c I did not like this unit last year- with some tweaking & experimental design projects- I am loving π± unit.
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:26 PM EST
Contact
@BallardClass
. She taught middle school reading & is currently teaching gifted at my school. She's awesome!
#FLedChat
In reply to @MrJPrintz, @BallardClass
midskoolmot
Mar 8 @ 8:26 PM EST
YES!!!
#fledchat
nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:22 PM EST
A2 everyone's answer for this one is Tammy Neil
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:26 PM EST
A3 robots. Not the Pearson kind of robots. I am talking about the fun type of robots
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
PledgeCents
Mar 8 @ 8:26 PM EST
Hi there!!! We'd love to help you bring new
#edtech
to your classroom! :)
#FLedChat
In reply to @ChouinardJahant, @midskoolmot
BrookinsBits
Mar 8 @ 8:27 PM EST
Ts can collect data then?
#fledchat
In reply to @sgaboriau, @EDpuzzle
cybraryman1
Mar 8 @ 8:27 PM EST
My
@Seesaw
page
https://t.co/1dMVT9CqxG
#FLedChat
#edchat
#edtech
In reply to @Seesaw
KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
A2:
@Seesaw
has been a gift that makes my life easier as an Ed Tech Coach. Teachers, Students, and Parents love it :).
#FLedChat
In reply to @Seesaw
midskoolmot
Mar 8 @ 8:27 PM EST
I still have a netbook cart in my room for Ss that haven't got their Chromebooks
#fledchat
ChouinardJahant
Mar 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
#FLedChat
I would love that so much. My room only 3 iPads & 6 older notebooks that take 20 minutes to turn on.
In reply to @midskoolmot
LREjubilee
Mar 8 @ 8:27 PM EST
I want to take that class !!!!!!!!!
#FLedchat
In reply to @nathan_stevens, @TG_Neil
BrookinsBits
Mar 8 @ 8:28 PM EST
@Edpuzzle
sounds like something I need to study more. Maybe a "Tech Tip Tuesday" on BrookinsBytes.Blogspot
#fledchat
In reply to @EDpuzzle
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:28 PM EST
A3. Centers (Legos, robots, keyboarding, & research) followed closely by
#HourofCode
#FLedChat
valerietilton
Mar 8 @ 8:28 PM EST
A3: Last year it was Growth Mindset. It made such impact on my Inten Read Ss. I also participated in book study and lrned so much!
#FLedChat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:29 PM EST
A3: My favorite has happened this week. Watching students learn how to do their first Screen casts has been fun.
#FLedChat
BrookinsBits
Mar 8 @ 8:29 PM EST
I still need to implement Hour of Code.
#fledchat
In reply to @kmichellehowell
shaffer_jason
Mar 8 @ 8:29 PM EST
I do not have formal units but I loved role playing as college admissions looking into Ss social media!
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
midskoolmot
Mar 8 @ 8:29 PM EST
A3: multiplying and dividing fractions is always fun. Especially when Ss "get it"
#FLedChat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
Q3: What has been your favorite unit to teach so far this year? Why?
#FLedChat
MathDenisNJ
Mar 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
Join
#MakeItReal
in 1 Hour as we talk about Making Birthdays into Learning Experiences!
#kidsdeserveit
#fledchat
#sstlap
#edtechbridge
#njed
nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
centers are ALWAYS fun
#fledchat
In reply to @kmichellehowell
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
I love this idea. Great thought.
#FLedChat
In reply to @shaffer_jason
ChouinardJahant
Mar 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
A3
#FLedChat
I do enjoy apatations so much. Camouflage & butterflies all the way. Best day ever hunting the hidden π¦
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:31 PM EST
Topic Change on the way -
#FLedChat
shaffer_jason
Mar 8 @ 8:31 PM EST
Eye opening moment for the Ss. Things get real, really quickly
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:31 PM EST
Centers are ALWAYS fun
#FLedChat
In reply to @kmichellehowell
LREjubilee
Mar 8 @ 8:31 PM EST
A3: We're in the middle of it right now.... PBL unit: What does it mean to be alive? Science and life skills
#fledchat
Tanya_IDE
Mar 8 @ 8:31 PM EST
A3: Favorite units = helping Ts engage Ss in design process (e.g. 1st GR) to find solutions to real world problems.
#pbl
#latic
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kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:32 PM EST
Yes they are!
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In reply to @nathan_stevens
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:32 PM EST
Q4: What has been your most difficult unit? Why?
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mrterborg
Mar 8 @ 8:32 PM EST
What are these?
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In reply to @kmichellehowell
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:33 PM EST
Are you talking about the centers I mentioned?
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In reply to @mrterborg
nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:33 PM EST
A4 getting the data consistent with my
@ThePocketLab
kits. We have to figure the best way to hold the ball
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In reply to @TG_Neil, @ThePocketLab
mrterborg
Mar 8 @ 8:33 PM EST
Yes, the one with the Lego like blocks in the image...
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In reply to @kmichellehowell
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:34 PM EST
A4. Teaching the younger Ss how to research.
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ChouinardJahant
Mar 8 @ 8:34 PM EST
A4
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Organic Compounds because it is such an abstract concept for students & it happens early in the year before I get to know them.
BrookinsBits
Mar 8 @ 8:35 PM EST
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, gotta head out. Until next week!
LREjubilee
Mar 8 @ 8:35 PM EST
A4: Everything civics! It's my least favorite subject so I'm definitely having trouble making it fun and meaningful for the kids
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midskoolmot
Mar 8 @ 8:36 PM EST
A4: fractions
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TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:32 PM EST
Q4: What has been your most difficult unit? Why?
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LREjubilee
Mar 8 @ 8:36 PM EST
Do you have to do them early in the year? I don't know a lot about the upper sciences....
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In reply to @ChouinardJahant
nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:36 PM EST
or don't touch the keyboard after your fingers have been in you nose
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In reply to @kmichellehowell, @mrterborg
LREjubilee
Mar 8 @ 8:36 PM EST
What's the hardest part?
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In reply to @kmichellehowell
LREjubilee
Mar 8 @ 8:37 PM EST
I wouldn't say it's my worst.... but fractions is definitely giving me fits... I wonder why?
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In reply to @midskoolmot
valerietilton
Mar 8 @ 8:37 PM EST
A4: My units this year are PD sessions. Some have been more successful than others. But I keep trying! Surveys help!
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valerietilton
Mar 8 @ 8:39 PM EST
@TG_Neil
yours was very successful! Ts learned a lot !
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In reply to @TG_Neil
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:39 PM EST
Time for another topic change.
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midskoolmot
Mar 8 @ 8:39 PM EST
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TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:39 PM EST
I really enjoyed it.
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In reply to @valerietilton
LREjubilee
Mar 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
HA... yeah my principal was concerned with my "professionalism"
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In reply to @mrterborg, @nathan_stevens, @kmichellehowell
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q5: What are you looking forward to the most for next year?
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kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
Not sure what they are called. Have looked but can't find the name. Sorry!
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In reply to @mrterborg
nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:41 PM EST
Q125 If you were a landmass or country, what would you be or represent?
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kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:41 PM EST
Finding sites that they can read! Also, helping them not just copy information directly, but put in their own words.
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In reply to @LREjubilee
mrterborg
Mar 8 @ 8:41 PM EST
Alas. What's the name of the app?
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In reply to @kmichellehowell
midskoolmot
Mar 8 @ 8:42 PM EST
A5: I'm going to get
#flippedlearning
certified.
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TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q5: What are you looking forward to the most for next year?
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nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:42 PM EST
A5 hanging out in Tammy Neil's class
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In reply to @TG_Neil
mrterborg
Mar 8 @ 8:42 PM EST
I would be too if I saw what I see in the gif above.
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In reply to @LREjubilee, @nathan_stevens, @kmichellehowell
KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:42 PM EST
Now that's a topic change!
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nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:41 PM EST
Q125 If you were a landmass or country, what would you be or represent?
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TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
A dream come true!!!!!
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In reply to @nathan_stevens
Tanya_IDE
Mar 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
Check out this civics PBL unit,
@LREjubilee
https://t.co/WvVIDx0JBa
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In reply to @LREjubilee
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
That's what I'm trying to find out--I will let you know if I do. Great gif, though!
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In reply to @mrterborg, @LREjubilee, @nathan_stevens
ChouinardJahant
Mar 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
A5
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a more coffee house style seating arrangement: bean bags, stools, etc increasing the size of Makerspace. Getting rid of my desk
shaffer_jason
Mar 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
would love to incorporate Apple University!
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In reply to @TG_Neil
valerietilton
Mar 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
A5: Feeling more confident in new role. Implementing more coaching cycles and helping Ts any way I can.
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midskoolmot
Mar 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
#fetch
really opened my eyes as to what my class could be like. And
#FLedChat
has helped also. Y'all are awesome!
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q5: What are you looking forward to the most for next year?
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mrterborg
Mar 8 @ 8:44 PM EST
Aah, it was a gif? Thought it was a video. :)
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In reply to @kmichellehowell, @LREjubilee, @nathan_stevens
KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:44 PM EST
A125: Australia, it's pretty cool and versatile (continent and country).
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nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:41 PM EST
Q125 If you were a landmass or country, what would you be or represent?
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ChouinardJahant
Mar 8 @ 8:44 PM EST
A5
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Starting the year off with podcasts & blogs. Implementing all the things I couldn't this year. More field trips.
KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:44 PM EST
Yes, ditto this :).
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valerietilton
Mar 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
A5: Feeling more confident in new role. Implementing more coaching cycles and helping Ts any way I can.
#FLedChat
midskoolmot
Mar 8 @ 8:45 PM EST
#fetch
not fetch
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midskoolmot
Mar 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
#fetch
really opened my eyes as to what my class could be like. And
#FLedChat
has helped also. Y'all are awesome!
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q5: What are you looking forward to the most for next year?
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nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:45 PM EST
good answer. I would go with Antartica. It is an enigma like me
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In reply to @KristinCHarr
KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:46 PM EST
True!
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In reply to @nathan_stevens
midskoolmot
Mar 8 @ 8:46 PM EST
A5: I'm also thinking I want to create a digital portfolio for my S to showcase their work
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TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q5: What are you looking forward to the most for next year?
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danvkoch
Mar 8 @ 8:47 PM EST
Hey
#fledchat
! Swooping in late! Dan, tech coach, and futurama aficionado
KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:47 PM EST
Hi Dan :).
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In reply to @danvkoch
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:47 PM EST
Just in time for our next topic change.
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In reply to @danvkoch
shaffer_jason
Mar 8 @ 8:48 PM EST
@TG_Neil
I created an entire course to do just that!
#fledchat
In reply to @midskoolmot, @TG_Neil
danvkoch
Mar 8 @ 8:48 PM EST
A5: more PBL in schools, planning personalized PD options for staff
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midskoolmot
Mar 8 @ 8:48 PM EST
Ugh!!!
#FETC
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midskoolmot
Mar 8 @ 8:45 PM EST
#fetch
not fetch
#FLedChat
midskoolmot
Mar 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
#fetch
really opened my eyes as to what my class could be like. And
#FLedChat
has helped also. Y'all are awesome!
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q5: What are you looking forward to the most for next year?
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TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:49 PM EST
Q6: What has been your most memorable saying from a student?
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nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:49 PM EST
Q3762 the platypus, awesome or weird?
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midskoolmot
Mar 8 @ 8:49 PM EST
Please elaborate (in 140 characters or less)
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shaffer_jason
Mar 8 @ 8:48 PM EST
@TG_Neil
I created an entire course to do just that!
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In reply to @midskoolmot, @TG_Neil
nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:50 PM EST
no not his year. I have a bunch of edcamps in this state that I will be visiting
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In reply to @juliedavisEDU
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:50 PM EST
A3762 Awesomely weird. Like me.
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In reply to @nathan_stevens
LREjubilee
Mar 8 @ 8:50 PM EST
WOW thank you. A great case of ask and ye shall receive ... I love my PLN.
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In reply to @Tanya_IDE
ChouinardJahant
Mar 8 @ 8:50 PM EST
A6
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Today- I get it now- matter doesn't go away- wow! These blocks did the trick.
shaffer_jason
Mar 8 @ 8:51 PM EST
sometimes I wake up to the sound of a planes engine and I run outside to take a picture!
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In reply to @TG_Neil
KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:51 PM EST
A6: Recently a 2nd grade student said, "That's cheating" when we told the class they could collaborate in Google Slides...lol.
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TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:51 PM EST
A6: Thanks for teaching us this. (Said today as a matter of fact.)
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ChouinardJahant
Mar 8 @ 8:51 PM EST
A6
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My favorite sayings are those at the end of class- when students take the time after the bell to say thank you & good bye
valerietilton
Mar 8 @ 8:53 PM EST
A6:
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ChouinardJahant
Mar 8 @ 8:53 PM EST
A6
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I appreciate when they notice how quirky I am and let their nerd & geek come out. I love their silly jokes
KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:53 PM EST
Awesome, but not as good as a sloth.
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nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:49 PM EST
Q3762 the platypus, awesome or weird?
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nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:54 PM EST
A6 "I love paper"
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In reply to @TG_Neil
shaffer_jason
Mar 8 @ 8:54 PM EST
@TG_Neil
My class allows Ss to explore their passions and doc their personal learning journeys w social media apps
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In reply to @midskoolmot, @TG_Neil
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:54 PM EST
As we wrap up
#FLedChat
tonight take a moment and give a shout out to those that inspire you.
ChouinardJahant
Mar 8 @ 8:55 PM EST
Thank you Tammy
@TG_Neil
#FLedChat
for moderating. Have a great week everyone!
In reply to @TG_Neil
nathan_stevens
Mar 8 @ 8:56 PM EST
Wrap up Give me a T, A, M, M, Y
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In reply to @TG_Neil
shaffer_jason
Mar 8 @ 8:56 PM EST
#Inspired
by
@TG_Neil
@drmcgettigan
@simonsinek
@EliseEcoff
@chadisnb
@MrBostonNB
@gcouros
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LREjubilee
Mar 8 @ 8:56 PM EST
this might come at midnight but I'm gonna decide on one
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In reply to @TG_Neil
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:57 PM EST
Sometimes there are too many to name just one.
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In reply to @LREjubilee
KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:57 PM EST
Inspired by my
#edcampstaug
team for always laughing, staying positive, and having fun!
@MagicPantsJones
@julie_haden
@mtnsatheart
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valerietilton
Mar 8 @ 8:58 PM EST
#FLedChat
you all inspire me! Thank you for letting me b a part of the chat tonight!
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:58 PM EST
#FLedChat
will be archived later tonight and will always be available on our website.
https://t.co/2K3B32D7eG
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:58 PM EST
Thanks, everyone! Went down a rabbit hole trying to find some info! Still looking! Have a great one!
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KristinCHarr
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:59 PM EST
I love/hate when that happens :).
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kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:58 PM EST
Thanks, everyone! Went down a rabbit hole trying to find some info! Still looking! Have a great one!
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danvkoch
Mar 8 @ 8:59 PM EST
A6: "You have nice eyeballs."
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midskoolmot
Mar 8 @ 9:00 PM EST
My coworkers are great. I learn so much from all of them.
#FLedChat
is another great resource that inspires me.
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 8:54 PM EST
As we wrap up
#FLedChat
tonight take a moment and give a shout out to those that inspire you.