#PCeduchat Archive | Participate

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:00 PM EST

Welcome to #PCeduchat! Pls share ur name, location, role, & something good from the break :) Tag a friend 2 join in, too! #edchat #K12

KC_SEASportsFan Jan 4 @ 8:00 PM EST

Brett, Lamar, Mo., aspiring teacher #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:01 PM EST

You made it! Nice to see ya, Brett. #PCeduchat

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PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:02 PM EST

Follow along and participate in #PCeduchat easily w/ our friends @participatelrn! https://t.co/S0H8Mr5PjT

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PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:05 PM EST

Our last chat was poppin' & lots good convo!Come join in!#PCeduchat @teacherwaukegan @Teach4SpclNeeds @knikole @sumrthyme @raspberryberet3

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:10 PM EST

Q1: What do you find most difficult about returning to school after a long holiday break? #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:11 PM EST

yLooks like we might be having a slooow chat tonight. #PCeduchat @itsmeSpiri @AdamBrownEDU @nathan_stevens @TG_Neil @MGrundel @mjjohnson1216

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:13 PM EST

So strange!!! This never happens!!! #PCeduchat

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PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:18 PM EST

Definitely wouldn't want to run head first into a new unit! It's important to review rules & procedures :-) #PCeduchat

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KC_SEASportsFan Jan 4 @ 8:19 PM EST

Yes!! And to be honest -- I still have the "holiday hangover" where I've lost some focus on these chats. Lol #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:18 PM EST

Definitely wouldn't want to run head first into a new unit! It's important to review rules & procedures :-) #PCeduchat
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PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:19 PM EST

@KC_SEASportsFan You should look into #edtechafterdark happening at 9pm CST tonight! #pceduchat

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PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:20 PM EST

Q2: What does the first day back after a long break look like in your classroom? #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:20 PM EST

maybe that's what happened to some of our usual participants! :( #PCeduchat

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KC_SEASportsFan Jan 4 @ 8:25 PM EST

A2.2: You could ask the Ss if there is something they might wanna learn in the second half or if there is a cool activity #PcEduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:25 PM EST

Overviews are beneficial to Ss to help them feel more "control" and ownership! #PCeduchat

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PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:25 PM EST

Never a bad idea to ask for student input ;) Great idea! #PCeduchat

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PeytonWydickRU Jan 4 @ 8:30 PM EST

Jumping in late! Peyton from KC, MO. Preservice elementary teacher #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:30 PM EST

Q3: What advice would you offer to a first year teacher for this time of year? #PCeduchat

PeytonWydickRU Jan 4 @ 8:30 PM EST

So interested in what Ts have to say about this! I've been wondering this as a preservice T. #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:30 PM EST

Q3: What advice would you offer to a first year teacher for this time of year? #PCeduchat

KC_SEASportsFan Jan 4 @ 8:31 PM EST

This is a good question and one I wish I could get some notes on :/ #PCEduChat

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:30 PM EST

Q3: What advice would you offer to a first year teacher for this time of year? #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:31 PM EST

It definitely can be a challenging time of year!One tip: review, review, review rules & procedures... all year! esp w/ younger Ss #PCeduchat

PeytonWydickRU Jan 4 @ 8:30 PM EST
So interested in what Ts have to say about this! I've been wondering this as a preservice T. #PCeduchat
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  Q3: What advice would you offer to a first year teacher for this time of year? #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:32 PM EST

Hey Peyton! Our usual chatters must still be on vacay mode :) We're having a slow chat tonight, but check back 4 more! #PCeduchat

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teacherwaukegan Jan 4 @ 8:35 PM EST

#PCeduchat Q3 Just got home from school. Today was our first day back, so really did experience the first day back.

KC_SEASportsFan Jan 4 @ 8:36 PM EST

Don't destroy this topic!! If it fits down the line -- I'd like for it to be brought back later!! #PCeduchat

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PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:36 PM EST

No worries, friend :-) We've got ya covered! #PCeduchat

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teacherwaukegan Jan 4 @ 8:37 PM EST

Q3 Remind the Ss about your expectations. Redo routines if necessary. Welcome them back with a cheery hello/hug. #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:37 PM EST

We figured many of our friends were probably still adjusting! Just got home? Hope u get to rest now! How was your day? #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Jan 4 @ 8:35 PM EST

#PCeduchat Q3 Just got home from school. Today was our first day back, so really did experience the first day back.

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:38 PM EST

We were talking about the expectations... yes, so important to review along w/ routines! A hug is also nice. :) #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Jan 4 @ 8:37 PM EST

Q3 Remind the Ss about your expectations. Redo routines if necessary. Welcome them back with a cheery hello/hug. #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:40 PM EST

Q4: Do you have any special activities / lessons that you save for this time of year? #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Jan 4 @ 8:40 PM EST

@PledgeCents My day was busy but fun! Nice to get back in the swing of it! #PCeduchat

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PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:40 PM EST

"Busy but fun" - you are definitely in the right profession :) It's amazing how much you can miss those little buggers... lol #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Jan 4 @ 8:40 PM EST

@PledgeCents My day was busy but fun! Nice to get back in the swing of it! #PCeduchat
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teacherwaukegan Jan 4 @ 8:43 PM EST

#PCeduchat This rocked-I was hugged by 22 Ss at once. Feeling the love... #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:43 PM EST

One of the best parts of being an educator... esp w/ the little ones... they really just adore you. You're such a role model! #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Jan 4 @ 8:43 PM EST

#PCeduchat This rocked-I was hugged by 22 Ss at once. Feeling the love... #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:45 PM EST

Team/community building activities included in the day are a great help this time of year! #PCeduchat

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TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 8:46 PM EST

A1 Some students yawning in class #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Jan 4 @ 8:47 PM EST

Q4 I have the Ss write to their 'future selves' and I deliver their letter packet to them next January. They love it! #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:47 PM EST

Oh goodness..but yes! That can be frustrating, especially when u are also working 2 get into the swing of things! How 2 overcome? #PCeduchat

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 8:46 PM EST

A1 Some students yawning in class #PCeduchat

KC_SEASportsFan Jan 4 @ 8:47 PM EST

I'm sorry.😂😭😂😭😂😭😂😭 my mind is not working after a long break #PCEduchat Even though I'm an aspiring teacher - I'm usually good with these

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:45 PM EST

Team/community building activities included in the day are a great help this time of year! #PCeduchat
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PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:48 PM EST

This is an awesome idea, and perfect for this time of year! That's really fantastic that u make sure they get their letters! #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Jan 4 @ 8:47 PM EST

Q4 I have the Ss write to their 'future selves' and I deliver their letter packet to them next January. They love it! #PCeduchat

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 8:48 PM EST

A2 Sharing their long break stories then share mine relate a story to our next lesson #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:48 PM EST

Don't be sorry, ever! It's all about learning. We all are allowed to be tired sometimes too... :) #PCeduchat

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TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 8:49 PM EST

A3 Make it student driven, listen to their stories enthusiastically #PCeduchat

KC_SEASportsFan Jan 4 @ 8:49 PM EST

This seems fun! #PCEduChat

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 8:48 PM EST

A2 Sharing their long break stories then share mine relate a story to our next lesson #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:50 PM EST

Thanks for joining #PCeduchat! Be sure to check the schedule.. we have some special guests coming your way soon :-) https://t.co/Hmty4xskng

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:50 PM EST

This is a great way to incorporate Ss individually into the lesson. Let them feel value. Great idea! #PCeduchat

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 8:48 PM EST

A2 Sharing their long break stories then share mine relate a story to our next lesson #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:51 PM EST

Student-driven is always a good idea.. but yes, especially this time of year! Show them you are interested in THEM. #PCeduchat

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 8:49 PM EST

A3 Make it student driven, listen to their stories enthusiastically #PCeduchat

KC_SEASportsFan Jan 4 @ 8:51 PM EST

Great topic tonight!! Despite not many joining in. See ya in two weeks!! Thanks for not giving up despite low # #PCEduChat

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TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 8:52 PM EST

A4 Will dive in Creating their own virtual reality related to our lesson using cospaces.io #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:52 PM EST

Thanks, friend! Sry about that...not quite sure why that happened! We have some special guests in the future :) #PCeduchat

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KC_SEASportsFan Jan 4 @ 8:53 PM EST

Sweet! Look forward to it!! #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:52 PM EST

Thanks, friend! Sry about that...not quite sure why that happened! We have some special guests in the future :) #PCeduchat
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TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 8:54 PM EST

I do not have an actual class now since I'm working as a Curriculum Development Specialist for a company #PCeduchat

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 8:55 PM EST

But would Love to share #virtual reality using #cospaces #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:55 PM EST

You just introduced us to a new edtech product! Bet the kids love this. What grade do u teach? #PCeduchat

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 8:52 PM EST

A4 Will dive in Creating their own virtual reality related to our lesson using cospaces.io #PCeduchat

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 8:56 PM EST

Before I'm handling Grade 7,8 and 9 class Ohh my I miss my students! #PCeduchat

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TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 8:56 PM EST

Computer Class here in the Philippines #PCeduchat

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PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:56 PM EST

Are you still on holiday break?? #PCeduchat

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PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:57 PM EST

No problem :-) You're probably still adjusting to being back! #PCeduchat

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TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 8:57 PM EST

No, class started here January 3 =) #PCeduchat

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PledgeCents - Moderator Jan 4 @ 8:58 PM EST

Hope your new year is off to a great start!! #PCeduchat

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TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 8:59 PM EST

I haven't yet tried VR in my class but last time I tried Augmented reality and they LOVE it!!! #PCeduchat

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TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 8:59 PM EST

Likewise! Thank you very much! #PCeduchat

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