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MrsMurat Feb 2 @ 9:00 PM EST

My Ss provide evidence they are digital leaders! https://t.co/Pjh5jwBm4K #geniushour #aphgchat #atplc #byotchat #christianeducation

participatechat Feb 2 @ 9:00 PM EST

Participate in the upcoming #geniushour by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/rt3M2V0831

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:01 PM EST

Welcome, everyone, to the monthly #Geniushour chat! Tonight is Part 2 of your FAQs, but 1st let’s introduce ourselves. Who/where are you?

STEMGeniusHour Feb 2 @ 9:02 PM EST

Lauren from Los Angeles #geniushour

nat1002 Feb 2 @ 9:03 PM EST

Natalie-1st grade Chicagoland suburb #geniushour

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:03 PM EST

I'm Denise. Up early on Friday morning in Bahrain for the #geniushour chat

kindyfriends Feb 2 @ 9:04 PM EST

Hi there - I'm Klara from Ontario, Canada #geniushour

RaRaPenguin Feb 2 @ 9:04 PM EST

Renee White in NC. I teach fabulous 1st graders. #geniushour

joce824 Feb 2 @ 9:05 PM EST

Hi everyone! Jocelyn Browning- HS intervention specialist- Columbus, OH #geniushour

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:06 PM EST

@joce824 @RaRaPenguin @kindyfriends, Welcome to #geniushour chat. First question coming right up!

In reply to @joce824, @RaRaPenguin, @kindyfriends

RaRaPenguin Feb 2 @ 9:06 PM EST

hey Jocelyn! O-H! #geniushour

In reply to @joce824

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:07 PM EST

Q1: Our 1st FAQ is How do you get students excited about #geniushour?

RaRaPenguin Feb 2 @ 9:08 PM EST

A1: Ask them if they have ever just wanted to study whatever they wanted instead of must study curric & be in total control. #geniushour

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:09 PM EST

A1: If they have ever heard of it from older children, the task is already finished. They come in excited about #geniushour.

joce824 Feb 2 @ 9:09 PM EST

A1: This semester (next wk) is my 1st time trying genius hr w/ my Ss so I'm excited to use all of your answers! #geniushour

RaRaPenguin Feb 2 @ 9:10 PM EST

A1: Tell Ss thy will get to be scientists, investigators, researchers, teachers, world difference makers w @geniushour. #geniushour

In reply to @geniushour

kindyfriends Feb 2 @ 9:10 PM EST

"If you could learn anything you wanted at school, answer a questions you have, find out about anything...what would it be?" #geniushour

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:10 PM EST

Yeah, Joceylyn, this will be a good #geniushour chat for you.

In reply to @joce824

nat1002 Feb 2 @ 9:11 PM EST

A1:They are excited when they hear they can share learning with the class, the school & the world! #geniushour

joce824 Feb 2 @ 9:11 PM EST

love this idea! Creates student investment and autonomy right away #geniushour

In reply to @RaRaPenguin

JoveStickel Feb 2 @ 9:11 PM EST

Jove MS Principal from MO looking to gain some knowledge #geniushour

TeacherNWB Feb 2 @ 9:12 PM EST

A1: just opening to research /learn anything often gets them going #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:12 PM EST

"world difference makers" - Love it! #geniushour

RaRaPenguin Feb 2 @ 9:10 PM EST

A1: Tell Ss thy will get to be scientists, investigators, researchers, teachers, world difference makers w @geniushour. #geniushour
In reply to @geniushour

STEMGeniusHour Feb 2 @ 9:12 PM EST

A1: multiple stations of self exploration; coding station, robot station, take apart table. #geniushour

joerobison907 Feb 2 @ 9:12 PM EST

Joe- MS Scidnce in Alaska-- looking forward to learning from you! #geniushour

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:12 PM EST

...and engineers, historians, builders, makers, sharers, teachers...Things students are not empowered to be in school, as usual. #geniushour

RaRaPenguin Feb 2 @ 9:10 PM EST

A1: Tell Ss thy will get to be scientists, investigators, researchers, teachers, world difference makers w @geniushour. #geniushour
In reply to @geniushour

dubioseducator Feb 2 @ 9:12 PM EST

Such a great one. I used it as an introduction to #geniushour ideas #G2Great

In reply to @GeorgiaHeard1

tnochumson Feb 2 @ 9:13 PM EST

Dear Teachers: I'd love your help w/ my survey about Twitter for Ts for my dissertation. https://t.co/AijtDwHNh2 Thank you! #geniushour

RaRaPenguin Feb 2 @ 9:13 PM EST

yes! They love this! #geniushour

In reply to @mrsdkrebs

kindyfriends Feb 2 @ 9:14 PM EST

Used this to get some prelim ideas down #geniushour

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:14 PM EST

Q2 coming up~ #geniushour

massignmenthelp Feb 2 @ 9:15 PM EST

#forsythpln #geniushour #hpisdtech #ibookschat #INelearn #inquirychat 7 misconceptions about PhD students https://t.co/HFbKiPO9EY

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:16 PM EST

Q2: How do you help them find meaningful topics? Are all topics good for #geniushour?

TeacherNWB Feb 2 @ 9:18 PM EST

A2: latest round I had a group of wary Ss. Asked to write 25 questions they had. Then looked for themes and ram with them #geniushour

RaRaPenguin Feb 2 @ 9:19 PM EST

A2: Start w personal wonders & then use videos & books to link to purpose in world/community so Ss know they matter. #geniushour #YouMatter

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:19 PM EST

A2 After inspiring them with what makes a good Q, I still allow all topics for #geniushour. Ss quickly learn if their topic needs tweaking.

kindyfriends Feb 2 @ 9:20 PM EST

Q2 - help them focus their inquiry question - find the potential in their passions for a sustainable project - 1:1 conferences #geniushour

AssignmentHelpN Feb 2 @ 9:20 PM EST

#forsythpln #geniushour #hpisdtech #ibookschat #INelearn #inquirychat A Quick Guide on How to Write a Book Review https://t.co/3BnLyV1BCF

keeping_beautyy Feb 2 @ 9:20 PM EST

A1:After learning they can explore and creating their own ideas&passions to share with the class/world excitement will form! #geniushour

nat1002 Feb 2 @ 9:20 PM EST

A2: We survey Ss about what they wonder, their passions, problems they want to solve & use it as starting point in T-S conf. #geniushour

teach4Travel Feb 2 @ 9:21 PM EST

Great work @MrZiering. #STEM meets #geniushour and vocabulary too. Hoorah!

In reply to @MrZiering

MrZiering Feb 2 @ 5:05 PM EST

We had a blast building the ramp rollercoasters! We learned new vocabulary such as ramps, gravity, slope, and steepness. @MarshallOwls

EduGladiators Feb 2 @ 9:21 PM EST

🗽 Join #EduGladiators SATURDAY! NEW series - We are Family & @mathieu_w leads diversity convo! #arkedchat #atplc #geniushour #INeLearn

RaRaPenguin Feb 2 @ 9:21 PM EST

A2: All topics can be great for @geniushour. Ss may just need coaching & guidance to dig deep. #geniushour

In reply to @geniushour

ACTforEducation Feb 2 @ 9:21 PM EST

A2: Part of the learning is in testing the topic and seeing if it is a good project. Be the guide of discovery! #geniushour

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:22 PM EST

A2.2 It's powerful when Ss figure out for themselves that Googleable Qs are easily answered. Quick answers to #geniushour Qs are not fun.

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:24 PM EST

Q3 coming up! #geniushour

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:24 PM EST

Q3: Are there any electronic tools/ apps/ programs that you find especially useful for #geniushour? How do they help?

STEMGeniusHour Feb 2 @ 9:25 PM EST

A2; real issues that need solving. We choose one and form groups that create different solutions. Collaboration, redesign, value.#geniushour

nat1002 Feb 2 @ 9:26 PM EST

A3: We're 1-1 ipad, Pebble-Go great for 1st gr readers #geniushour

MrsHeikes - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:26 PM EST

@mrsdkrebs sorry to be sitting on the sidelines tonight. Devices are 😒 no good! #geniushour sorry!!

In reply to @mrsdkrebs

kindyfriends Feb 2 @ 9:26 PM EST

TES TEACH is a great app allowing students to curate all of their research in one location. Access through Google accounts. #geniushour

KariEspin Feb 2 @ 9:27 PM EST

Joining late #geniushour from Texas

RaRaPenguin Feb 2 @ 9:27 PM EST

A3:I'd say @Seesaw. Ss reflect via video weekly,can use draw tool to write on photos as they do &even capture pics, articles,etc #geniushour

In reply to @Seesaw

STEMGeniusHour Feb 2 @ 9:27 PM EST

Prezi, SMART amp both help brainstorm & present ideas. the book The Challanger Sale - teach students to fight for their ideas. #geniushour

joce824 Feb 2 @ 9:27 PM EST

Exploring using @thrively as a way for Ss to explore their passions/ strengths. Also, plan on using @Schoology for blogging #geniushour

In reply to @thrively, @Schoology

keeping_beautyy Feb 2 @ 9:27 PM EST

A2: Have Ss brain storm ideas, and weed out the most relevant ones that will have a positive impact on them/their environment #geniushour

STEMGeniusHour Feb 2 @ 9:28 PM EST

A3; negotiation tactics and business plans #geniushour

RaRaPenguin Feb 2 @ 9:28 PM EST

A3: Also my Ss ❤️ @Wonderopolis & #PebbleGo bc of read aloud features. #geniushour

In reply to @Wonderopolis

GradeThreeTDSB Feb 2 @ 9:29 PM EST

We don't usually talk about rules in class, but these 3 are helping us work on #geniushour projects. @Ms_FouTsang @TDSB_STEM @northleaTDSB

RaRaPenguin Feb 2 @ 9:30 PM EST

What about reflecting? #geniushour

In reply to @GradeThreeTDSB, @Ms_FouTsang, @TDSB_STEM, @northleaTDSB

KariEspin Feb 2 @ 9:30 PM EST

A2: @ajjuliani passion bracket really gets Ss thinking about topics they love & hate & helps them narrow it down #geniushour

In reply to @ajjuliani

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:30 PM EST

A3: @PaulSolarz uses @trello. I haven't yet, but I've heard good things about it for #geniushour https://t.co/DqREQftuZy

In reply to @PaulSolarz, @trello

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:35 PM EST

Q4 coming up... #geniushour

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:36 PM EST

Q4. Do you have to convince parents about #geniushour? Or school admin? How do you do it?

KariEspin Feb 2 @ 9:36 PM EST

A3: Try @tonyvincent reflection cube #geniushour Reflection Facilitated by QR Codes https://t.co/75R8JvBUwl

In reply to @tonyvincent

MrsRunquist Feb 2 @ 9:37 PM EST

@mrsdkrebs I've found that after many weeks of #geniushour, my 6th graders were growing tired of their topics. Any advice?

In reply to @mrsdkrebs

RaRaPenguin Feb 2 @ 9:39 PM EST

A4: I have not had to bc all have been very receptive due to S empowerment & engagement as well as joy bc see how valuable it is #geniushour

nat1002 Feb 2 @ 9:39 PM EST

A4: Ps are very supportive after "educating" them about power of it. S enthusiasm helps too! #geniushour

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:40 PM EST

Is there a required # of weeks to work on #geniushour? You hate to have them lose passion by spending too much time, right?

In reply to @MrsRunquist

RaRaPenguin Feb 2 @ 9:40 PM EST

Have you conferred w them about why? Are they questioning further? #geniushour

In reply to @MrsRunquist, @mrsdkrebs

nat1002 Feb 2 @ 9:41 PM EST

Maybe they're ready to start creating and sharing #geniushour

In reply to @MrsRunquist, @mrsdkrebs

PaulSolarz Feb 2 @ 9:42 PM EST

Here's our @trello Board for #GeniusHour projects this year: https://t.co/2o3Q0E5lBH

In reply to @mrsdkrebs, @trello

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:42 PM EST

I allow Ss to choose the length of time they spend on one #geniushour topic. They finish & present when ready. Would that work?

In reply to @MrsRunquist

STEMGeniusHour Feb 2 @ 9:43 PM EST

A4: I often refer to the influence it had @Google #geniushour

In reply to @Google

RaRaPenguin Feb 2 @ 9:44 PM EST

I do as well. If they want to go further they can, if not then they can create & present & share. #geniushour

In reply to @mrsdkrebs, @MrsRunquist

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:45 PM EST

A4: @JoyKirr started the now-famous @LiveBinders on #geniushour for the purpose of helping parents understand. https://t.co/ZEBxS8f9TO

In reply to @JoyKirr, @LiveBinders

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:46 PM EST

Q5 is coming for #geniushour. Lots of great answers tonight!

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:46 PM EST

Q5: Are there any aspects of #geniushour you grade? What parts are gradeless?

GradeThreeTDSB Feb 2 @ 9:47 PM EST

Great idea! An important part of innovation to discuss in class. Thanks! #geniushour @northleaTDSB

In reply to @northleaTDSB

RaRaPenguin Feb 2 @ 9:30 PM EST

What about reflecting? #geniushour
In reply to @GradeThreeTDSB, @Ms_FouTsang, @TDSB_STEM, @northleaTDSB

HowardKiyuna Feb 2 @ 9:48 PM EST

A3: lot of room to create w/Scratch & Lego WeDo sensors. Can't wait to get 2.0. #geniushour

PaulSolarz Feb 2 @ 9:49 PM EST

My students work on a #geniushour project for 6-14 periods (AVG=10). Everyone MUST finish by hard deadline, but CAN finish <4 days early.

gallit_z - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:49 PM EST

Great question! I feel so strongly about this one! Curious to hear what folks do in their classrooms though... #geniushour

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:46 PM EST

Q5: Are there any aspects of #geniushour you grade? What parts are gradeless?

RaRaPenguin Feb 2 @ 9:49 PM EST

A5:No grades for us in @geniushour! All learning&fun!I pay attention to Ss reading,writing,prob solving &confer but don't grade #geniushour

In reply to @geniushour

PaulSolarz Feb 2 @ 9:50 PM EST

Here are all of my #geniushour resources: https://t.co/pKNLT2Z5Gm (Step-by-Step Instructions, Sample Projects, Articles, etc.)

nat1002 Feb 2 @ 9:51 PM EST

A5: Not graded per se. We do have expectations set. In 1st it's all part of the big learning process ultimately. #geniushour

HowardKiyuna Feb 2 @ 9:51 PM EST

A5: Effort, collaboration r related to work ethic & effect gr. Finished product is not the pt in my opinion = not graded. #geniushour

PaulSolarz Feb 2 @ 9:52 PM EST

Here are our #geniushour projects so far for this year: - https://t.co/4QygsXB0ul - https://t.co/8RoWa6Fk58 - https://t.co/0jgqn3KkYC

PaulSolarz Feb 2 @ 9:53 PM EST

A5 - We don't grade anything from #geniushour - This is time I give back to my students for them to explore & take risks! Still valuable!

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:53 PM EST

A5: I always try to break dependence on grades. If I can get Ss to learn for the reward of learning it's a success. It works in #geniushour.

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:54 PM EST

Oh, our time is drawing to a close! Here is Q6: Let’s end by sharing any resources or further questions you still have about #geniushour.

keeping_beautyy Feb 2 @ 9:56 PM EST

A3: Ipads are a great electrical tool for Ss. Not only can they communicate on them but they can also download educational apps #geniushour

HowardKiyuna Feb 2 @ 9:57 PM EST

A6/Q: Does #geniushour have to include building if a product or model? What things do Ss do?

RaRaPenguin Feb 2 @ 9:57 PM EST

A6: @JoyKirr LiveBinder is a huge resource & I've began to gather videos, books etc w @padlet https://t.co/Kn6IidaMrZ #geniushour

In reply to @JoyKirr, @padlet

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:58 PM EST

Good question, Howard. Any comments from others? #geniushour

HowardKiyuna Feb 2 @ 9:57 PM EST

A6/Q: Does #geniushour have to include building if a product or model? What things do Ss do?

keeping_beautyy Feb 2 @ 9:58 PM EST

A4: once Admin and parents realize that #geniushour works in their favor to aide in learning, convincing them to follow along will be easy!