#dojochat Archive
ClassDojo's official educational chat that covers a variety of subjects, focusing mainly on improving classroom community.
Wednesday November 30, 2016
6:30 PM EST
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 6:30 PM EST
Get ready for
#dojochat
on The Hour of Code
@ClassDojo
@jenna_kleine
@smithstrws
@jellison23
@DebbyCall6
@mrshaskell213
@Tamarsb88
@drdhstem
CaitEileen_W
Nov 30 @ 6:40 PM EST
It's just about
#dojochat
time! 🙌 20 minutes to go! Get ready to chat about Hour of Code with
@Jyoung1219
! 💻
In reply to @Jyoung1219
I_teach_Pandas
Nov 30 @ 6:47 PM EST
#dojochat
mrshaskell213
Nov 30 @ 6:57 PM EST
Almost
#dojochat
time!
participatelrn
Nov 30 @ 6:59 PM EST
#dojochat
is coming right up! Participate in the conversation at
https://t.co/xv3tdR1Ss1
#CollaborativePD
jenna_kleine
Nov 30 @ 6:59 PM EST
It’s about that time!! :)
#dojochat
we’re ready for ya!
MrsMurat
Nov 30 @ 7:00 PM EST
Have 2 mins to help my Entrepreneur Ss?
https://t.co/4TSA5gRxEe
Pls RT.
#reflectiveteacher
#dojochat
#aplangchat
#digcit
#edtechbridge
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:00 PM EST
Welcome to
#dojochat
. This week we discuss The Hour of Code.
@ClassDojo
@jenna_kleine
In reply to @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
I_teach_Pandas
Nov 30 @ 7:00 PM EST
#dojochat
In reply to @mrshaskell213
CaitEileen_W
Nov 30 @ 7:00 PM EST
So excited for this topic!
#dojochat
SamIAm_101
Nov 30 @ 7:01 PM EST
Hi! My name is Sam and I'm a student at USC Upstate in SC. My favorite app is Twitter!
#dojochat
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:00 PM EST
Welcome to
#dojochat
. This week we discuss The Hour of Code.
@ClassDojo
@jenna_kleine
In reply to @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
smithstrws
- Moderator
Nov 30 @ 7:01 PM EST
Stephanie, 4th gr Teacher in TN. I love my Candy Crush...it's a sickness...
#DojoChat
ClassDojo
- Moderator
Nov 30 @ 7:01 PM EST
#dojochat
begins now! Everyone is welcome to join in on the fun :)
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:00 PM EST
Welcome to
#dojochat
. This week we discuss The Hour of Code.
@ClassDojo
@jenna_kleine
In reply to @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
Tamarsb88
Nov 30 @ 7:02 PM EST
happy
#dojochat
everyone! I'm Tamar from Brookline (Boston) & I teach 3rd grade at a Jewish Day School. fav app =
@TwoDots
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @TwoDots
techytess
Nov 30 @ 7:02 PM EST
Hey
#dojochat
! I'm Julie. Right now I'm obsessed with Ozobots. Does that count?
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:02 PM EST
Hi
#dojochat
. Joe, Math & STEAM Coach from Palo Alto, CA, moderating this afternoon's chat on The Hour of Code
I_teach_Pandas
Nov 30 @ 7:02 PM EST
Jessica Special education teacher here from Florida!
#dojochat
CaitEileen_W
Nov 30 @ 7:02 PM EST
Caitlin here, in the SF office today part of the ClassDojo community team but former 2nd and 4th grade teacher!
#dojochat
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:03 PM EST
@ClassDojo
@jenna_kleine
Welcome Sam. Twitter has definitely changed Education. Being a connected educator is key
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In reply to @SamIAm_101, @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
smithstrws
- Moderator
Nov 30 @ 7:03 PM EST
I just finished level 1050...I'm telling you - sickness! Lol
#DojoChat
In reply to @Tamarsb88
mrshaskell213
Nov 30 @ 7:03 PM EST
Amanda 2nd grade teacher in NY. I feel like I should say my fav app is
@ClassDojo
but really it's Instagram. I'm kind of addicted
#dojochat
In reply to @ClassDojo
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:03 PM EST
Great to have you here Caitlin.
#dojochat
In reply to @CaitEileen_W
I_teach_Pandas
Nov 30 @ 7:03 PM EST
I am not seeing
@Jyoung1219
's tweets in the
#dojochat
feed..... :-(
In reply to @ClassDojo, @Jyoung1219
MissSamKinder
Nov 30 @ 7:03 PM EST
Samantha, pre-service teacher in South Dakota. I love Math Doodle :)
#dojochat
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:04 PM EST
Hi Stephanie. Fortunately I've given up on Candy Crush. :)
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In reply to @smithstrws
mrshaskell213
Nov 30 @ 7:04 PM EST
I'm using
@OZOBOT
tomorrow in my gifted math class! Love them!
#dojochat
In reply to @techytess, @OZOBOT
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:04 PM EST
Hi Tamar. Great to have you with us for
#dojochat
In reply to @Tamarsb88, @TwoDots
SamIAm_101
Nov 30 @ 7:04 PM EST
Thank you!Yes, it has! Im a soon-to-be educator and I plan on using Twitter in the classroom!
#dojochat
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
jenna_kleine
Nov 30 @ 7:04 PM EST
Jenna here :) Favorite app… that’s tough!! Just started using
@headspace
… attempting to be more mindful after
#dojochat
a few weeks ago!
In reply to @Headspace
smithstrws
- Moderator
Nov 30 @ 7:05 PM EST
I really should quit, but I need mindless entertainment after teaching all day.
#DojoChat
In reply to @Jyoung1219
techytess
Nov 30 @ 7:05 PM EST
Just started using them with my 3rd graders. LOVE them & so do the kids!
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In reply to @mrshaskell213, @OZOBOT
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:05 PM EST
We will follow the Q1, Q2, … A1, A2, … format. Don’t forget to include the hashtag too.
#dojochat
@jenna_kleine
In reply to @jenna_kleine
I_teach_Pandas
Nov 30 @ 7:05 PM EST
I love
@StoryBots
app for our class ipads
#dojochat
In reply to @StoryBots
CaitEileen_W
Nov 30 @ 7:05 PM EST
Snapchat has helped me stay connected to friends and family in the lower 48, so I'm liking that right now!
#dojochat
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:05 PM EST
Hi Julie. That absolutely counts
#dojochat
In reply to @techytess
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:05 PM EST
Hi Jessica. Great to have you with us.
#dojochat
In reply to @I_teach_Pandas
techytess
Nov 30 @ 7:05 PM EST
Hey Joe! Looking forward to this chat! Nice to see you.
#dojochat
In reply to @Jyoung1219
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:06 PM EST
Hi Amanda. Welcome. Great to connect with you again.
#dojochat
In reply to @mrshaskell213, @ClassDojo
mrshaskell213
Nov 30 @ 7:06 PM EST
Snapchat is a good one too! It's so fun and also addicting
#dojochat
In reply to @CaitEileen_W
techytess
Nov 30 @ 7:06 PM EST
have you seen the hour of code ozobot lessons?
#dojochat
In reply to @mrshaskell213, @OZOBOT
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:07 PM EST
welcome Samantha. It's great to have you with us.
#dojochat
In reply to @MissSamKinder
mrshaskell213
Nov 30 @ 7:07 PM EST
Fun! We are doing bowling and different mazes tomorrow. There are endless possibilities!
#dojochat
In reply to @techytess, @OZOBOT
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:07 PM EST
Hi Jenna. Mindfulness is key for everyday of the year, every moment of each day.
#dojochat
In reply to @jenna_kleine, @Headspace
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:08 PM EST
Question 1
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@ClassDojo
@jenna_kleine
In reply to @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
techytess
Nov 30 @ 7:08 PM EST
I haven't tried the bowling yet, looking forward to all the ways we can explore!
#dojochat
In reply to @mrshaskell213, @OZOBOT
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:08 PM EST
I got into it over the summer but haven't been using it as much as Twitter. Maybe I should get back into it
#dojochat
In reply to @CaitEileen_W
smithstrws
- Moderator
Nov 30 @ 7:08 PM EST
A1 Booking the computer lab and coding away!
#DojoChat
I_teach_Pandas
Nov 30 @ 7:08 PM EST
A1: Like this
#dojochat
techytess
Nov 30 @ 7:09 PM EST
A1: Collaborating with
@parsonsangie
(tech T) and combining
@OZOBOT
with Hour of Code.
#dojochat
In reply to @parsonsangie, @OZOBOT
techytess
Nov 30 @ 7:09 PM EST
A1; Also having my 3rdsters intro coding to our K buddies this week in prep for their HOC lesson next week.
#dojochat
Tamarsb88
Nov 30 @ 7:09 PM EST
A1: ugh I need to do this more! dual curriculum school time is SO precious but coding SO crucial!
#dojochat
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @ClassDojo
jenna_kleine
Nov 30 @ 7:09 PM EST
A1 - 2 of our engineers are hosting a live video stream for classrooms to learn about coding!! Can share more details later :)
#dojochat
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:10 PM EST
Nice. Great gif.
#dojochat
In reply to @I_teach_Pandas
SamIAm_101
Nov 30 @ 7:10 PM EST
A1: I'm new to The Hour Code so learning more about it is a celebration in itself!
#dojochat
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:08 PM EST
Question 1
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@ClassDojo
@jenna_kleine
In reply to @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
Tamarsb88
Nov 30 @ 7:10 PM EST
love that collaboration!
#dojochat
In reply to @techytess
smithstrws
- Moderator
Nov 30 @ 7:10 PM EST
Uhhh, that sounds AMAZING!
#DojoChat
In reply to @jenna_kleine
nathan_stevens
Nov 30 @ 7:10 PM EST
A1 robots and paint
#dojochat
jenna_kleine
Nov 30 @ 7:10 PM EST
You’ll get more details in an email tomorrow or friday! :)
#dojochat
In reply to @smithstrws
techytess
Nov 30 @ 7:11 PM EST
ooh I would like in on this please!!
#dojochat
In reply to @smithstrws, @jenna_kleine
nathan_stevens
Nov 30 @ 7:11 PM EST
A1 different types of coding for different ages
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In reply to @Jyoung1219, @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
mrshaskell213
Nov 30 @ 7:11 PM EST
A1 I think I am going to use Dash and Dot. I haven't used them at all this year...I miss those little guys.
#dojochat
nathan_stevens
Nov 30 @ 7:11 PM EST
Naos are so cool
#dojochat
In reply to @I_teach_Pandas
techytess
Nov 30 @ 7:11 PM EST
I'm really looking forward to it. :)
#dojochat
In reply to @Tamarsb88
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:12 PM EST
A1: As an instructional coach, I have pleasure & privilege of supporting teachers in participating in The Hour of Code
#dojochat
I_teach_Pandas
Nov 30 @ 7:12 PM EST
#dojochat
In reply to @Jyoung1219
techytess
Nov 30 @ 7:12 PM EST
BTW HI Steph!!
#dojochat
In reply to @smithstrws
smithstrws
- Moderator
Nov 30 @ 7:12 PM EST
Heeey Julie!
#DojoChat
In reply to @techytess
techytess
Nov 30 @ 7:13 PM EST
are you safe and in the clear for the big fire?
#dojochat
In reply to @smithstrws
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:13 PM EST
What a wonderful way to have a shared learning experience.
#dojochat
techytess
Nov 30 @ 7:09 PM EST
A1; Also having my 3rdsters intro coding to our K buddies this week in prep for their HOC lesson next week.
#dojochat
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:14 PM EST
Question 2
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@ClassDojo
@jenna_kleine
In reply to @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
smithstrws
- Moderator
Nov 30 @ 7:14 PM EST
Oh, yes! I'm about 4 hours away, but it's so sad to see so many amazing memories burn down :-(
#DojoChat
In reply to @techytess
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:14 PM EST
You def can pitch the importance of it with the following Qs. Fosters life skills
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In reply to @Tamarsb88, @ClassDojo
nathan_stevens
Nov 30 @ 7:14 PM EST
I forgot. nathan, coder of tacos and burritos
#dojochat
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:14 PM EST
@ClassDojo
@jenna_kleine
Excellent attitude. Learn for yourself AND learn alongside your students
#dojochat
In reply to @SamIAm_101, @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
smithstrws
- Moderator
Nov 30 @ 7:14 PM EST
A2 Last year it was a (somewhat) big deal w/in the co. This year, I've heard nothing... at. all. :-(
#DojoChat
smithstrws
- Moderator
Nov 30 @ 7:15 PM EST
Don't forget Mr.
@teachintechgal
. haha!
#DojoChat
In reply to @nathan_stevens, @teachintechgal
I_teach_Pandas
Nov 30 @ 7:15 PM EST
A2: I don't think we have anything to celebrate :-(
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Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:15 PM EST
You can also use them to teach coding without Tech. Q8 addresses this. Or maybe Q7
#dojochat
In reply to @mrshaskell213
nathan_stevens
Nov 30 @ 7:15 PM EST
mostly localized to specials time
#DojoChat
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
techytess
Nov 30 @ 7:15 PM EST
A2: Not sure what the district is doing, but our tech T has the computer lab all decorated and makes a big 'to do'.
#dojochat
nathan_stevens
Nov 30 @ 7:16 PM EST
true dat
#DojoChat
In reply to @smithstrws, @teachintechgal
Tamarsb88
Nov 30 @ 7:16 PM EST
A2: nothing...YET!
#dojochat
#hourofcode
#growthmindset
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @ClassDojo
CaitEileen_W
Nov 30 @ 7:16 PM EST
Time to be a trendsetter
@smithstrws
!!! 😜
#dojochat
In reply to @smithstrws
smithstrws
- Moderator
Nov 30 @ 7:14 PM EST
A2 Last year it was a (somewhat) big deal w/in the co. This year, I've heard nothing... at. all. :-(
#DojoChat
WiredEducator
Nov 30 @ 7:16 PM EST
A2
#dojochat
For our
#HourofCode
we used iPads and Swiftplaygrounds. Was awesome! We will be doing 1+ a month.
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:14 PM EST
Question 2
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@ClassDojo
@jenna_kleine
In reply to @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
smithstrws
- Moderator
Nov 30 @ 7:16 PM EST
Girl, I'm always on trend! lol
#DojoChat
In reply to @CaitEileen_W
parrakeat
Nov 30 @ 7:17 PM EST
Q1 Celebrating with a cart full of charged Chromebooks, a convo, and then feet first, in we go...
#dojochat
mrshaskell213
Nov 30 @ 7:17 PM EST
A2 We have nothing planned! Its kind of every teacher for him/herself. I'm trying to encourage more people to use the tech we have
#dojochat
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:17 PM EST
Colleague used Dash & Dot for Ss to create path on poster paper & classmates had to figure out code of actions...
#dojochat
In reply to @mrshaskell213
techytess
Nov 30 @ 7:17 PM EST
A2: I have been having my S work through
https://t.co/AtzQpBukcd
as a math station choice :)
#dojochat
Tamarsb88
Nov 30 @ 7:17 PM EST
us too ):
#dojochat
In reply to @I_teach_Pandas
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:18 PM EST
It really really cannot be a "one and done" type of thing. Make it a regular thing
#dojochat
In reply to @smithstrws
SamIAm_101
Nov 30 @ 7:18 PM EST
Yes! I'm sure I will learn from my students just as much as they learn from me!
#dojochat
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:18 PM EST
Love the power of Yet!
#dojochat
In reply to @Tamarsb88, @ClassDojo
mrshaskell213
Nov 30 @ 7:18 PM EST
That's a great idea! I may have to use it!
#dojochat
In reply to @Jyoung1219
smithstrws
- Moderator
Nov 30 @ 7:18 PM EST
I know! LY I had easier access to devices, so we coded all the time. TY, notsomuch.
#DojoChat
In reply to @Jyoung1219
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:19 PM EST
Always. She's the eduhero I look up to
#dojochat
In reply to @smithstrws, @CaitEileen_W
ubeme
Nov 30 @ 7:19 PM EST
#dojochat
A1 Favorite app is Twitter (:
nathan_stevens
Nov 30 @ 7:19 PM EST
A2 we like to have centers running where students can see code in action
#dojochat
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
techytess
Nov 30 @ 7:19 PM EST
did you switch districts/ jobs? why the change (for the worse IMO)
#dojochat
In reply to @smithstrws
smithstrws
- Moderator
Nov 30 @ 7:19 PM EST
Haha! You're funny :-) But thanks!
#DojoChat
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @CaitEileen_W
Tamarsb88
Nov 30 @ 7:19 PM EST
it's my favorite word!
#yet
#dojochat
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @ClassDojo
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:19 PM EST
Yes. I tweeted out earlier this week to learn WITH your students.
#dojochat
In reply to @SamIAm_101, @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:20 PM EST
Question 3
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@ClassDojo
@jenna_kleine
In reply to @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
smithstrws
- Moderator
Nov 30 @ 7:20 PM EST
New admin, now I'm upstairs, no BYOD...that's the short list.
#DojoChat
In reply to @techytess
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:20 PM EST
Don't give in to pressure to know it before your Ss, learn with them
#dojochat
In reply to @SamIAm_101, @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
ubeme
Nov 30 @ 7:20 PM EST
#dojochat
A2 I am using the activities on
@code
.org 3x per week and plan on using
@Connect2TLC
@E4Tech_Teacher
coding lessons next week
In reply to @code, @Connect2TLC, @E4Tech_Teacher
smithstrws
- Moderator
Nov 30 @ 7:20 PM EST
A3 CRITICAL THINKING!!! My students need it more than ever!!
#DojoChat
parrakeat
Nov 30 @ 7:20 PM EST
A2 We give students the opportune to code in various places and at their leisure while analyzing possibilities
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techytess
Nov 30 @ 7:21 PM EST
Q3: So many reasons, problem solving, perseverance, future ready, S engagement, critical thinking...
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Doctor_Harves
Nov 30 @ 7:21 PM EST
Q3
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that makes the assumption it is.
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @jenna_kleine, @ClassDojo
Tamarsb88
Nov 30 @ 7:21 PM EST
Q3: integral skill for our 21st century learners. this skill is = reading/math
#dojochat
In reply to @Jyoung1219
SamIAm_101
Nov 30 @ 7:21 PM EST
A2: My district uses iPads and tablets!
#dojochat
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
nathan_stevens
Nov 30 @ 7:22 PM EST
A3 not as much about it teaching coding but creating a mindset of multiple solutions
#dojochat
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:22 PM EST
A3: Just look at the Math Practices, NGSS Science & Engineering Practices & ELA Practices. Coding helps all of those.
#dojochat
ubeme
Nov 30 @ 7:22 PM EST
#dojochat
A3: Most of my students don't have access to coding activities outside the class even with free neighborhood wifi
jenna_kleine
Nov 30 @ 7:22 PM EST
A3 - Most importantly: Problem solving! But also, to gain a skill that will set them up for many opportunities in the future
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techytess
Nov 30 @ 7:22 PM EST
boo and boo. That is all
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In reply to @smithstrws
I_teach_Pandas
Nov 30 @ 7:22 PM EST
A3: It gets Ss Thinking about how things work. I also use it as a lesson to reinforce following directions ;-)
#dojochat
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:22 PM EST
Do you feel like it's not important?
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In reply to @Doctor_Harves, @jenna_kleine, @ClassDojo
CaitEileen_W
Nov 30 @ 7:22 PM EST
YES!
#dojochat
nathan_stevens
Nov 30 @ 7:22 PM EST
A3 not as much about it teaching coding but creating a mindset of multiple solutions
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In reply to @Jyoung1219, @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
mrshaskell213
Nov 30 @ 7:22 PM EST
A3 Coding allows for creative and critical thinking. It teaches important problem solving skills to be used across curriculum
#dojochat
parrakeat
Nov 30 @ 7:22 PM EST
A3 A necessary literacy.
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smithstrws
- Moderator
Nov 30 @ 7:22 PM EST
I concour!
#DojoChat
In reply to @techytess
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:23 PM EST
Wonderfully written
#dojochat
In reply to @nathan_stevens, @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
JenniferServiss
Nov 30 @ 7:23 PM EST
Q3; problem solving skills
#dojochat
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:20 PM EST
Question 3
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@ClassDojo
@jenna_kleine
In reply to @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:23 PM EST
Always love your messages!
#dojochat
In reply to @jenna_kleine
nathan_stevens
Nov 30 @ 7:23 PM EST
A3 coding is another good way to teach problem solving. We need better problem solvers
#dojochat
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
BWhitlowEdTech
Nov 30 @ 7:23 PM EST
I love this so so so so so so much. I'd put more "so" if there were more characters
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In reply to @nathan_stevens
mccall1ja
Nov 30 @ 7:24 PM EST
I agree. Problem solving is so important because it transfers over into Ss daily lives.
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techytess
Nov 30 @ 7:24 PM EST
Yes. Indeed we do. Ss are V anxious to have us solve everything and just tell them what to do. Time for that to change!
#dojochat
nathan_stevens
Nov 30 @ 7:23 PM EST
A3 coding is another good way to teach problem solving. We need better problem solvers
#dojochat
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
BWhitlowEdTech
Nov 30 @ 7:24 PM EST
A3: empowerment?! Figuring something out, creating something from nothing - our kids need to feel that!
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Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:25 PM EST
Well said. Literacy is constantly being redefined
#dojochat
In reply to @parrakeat
Doctor_Harves
Nov 30 @ 7:25 PM EST
#dojochat
as a priority in education, no
https://t.co/q07utnQeia
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @jenna_kleine, @ClassDojo
smithstrws
- Moderator
Nov 30 @ 7:25 PM EST
Excellent points!
#DojoChat
In reply to @BWhitlowEdTech
mrshaskell213
Nov 30 @ 7:25 PM EST
I love the engagement piece! My students immediately get excited when they see coding materials ready to be used
#dojochat
In reply to @techytess
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:26 PM EST
Question 4
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@ClassDojo
@jenna_kleine
In reply to @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
jenna_kleine
Nov 30 @ 7:26 PM EST
:) Thanks, Joe!
#dojochat
In reply to @Jyoung1219
BWhitlowEdTech
Nov 30 @ 7:26 PM EST
A3 also- I think the WHY & how are important. Let us raise creators not just consumers of tech
#dojochat
SamIAm_101
Nov 30 @ 7:26 PM EST
A3: Because coding powers our digital world!
#dojochat
Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:20 PM EST
Question 3
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@ClassDojo
@jenna_kleine
In reply to @ClassDojo, @jenna_kleine
BWhitlowEdTech
Nov 30 @ 7:27 PM EST
absolutely! We just started
#girlswhocode
as a class & it's been so fun to watch them overcome the struggles ❤️.
#dojochat
In reply to @ubeme
mrshaskell213
Nov 30 @ 7:27 PM EST
I hear from a lot of teachers that they don't see how coding fits in the curriculum. To me coding IS the curriculum
#micdrop
#dojochat
Mr_Hattal
Nov 30 @ 7:27 PM EST
Great way to assess student reading
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smithstrws
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Nov 30 @ 7:27 PM EST
A4 Instills perseverance & a great challenge.
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mccall1ja
Nov 30 @ 7:27 PM EST
I agree. 'S just want us to tell them what they need to know instead of working through themselves.
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Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:27 PM EST
That's the beauty & purpose of teaching. The goal is the transfer & application of knowledge, processes, & skills
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mccall1ja
Nov 30 @ 7:24 PM EST
I agree. Problem solving is so important because it transfers over into Ss daily lives.
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techytess
Nov 30 @ 7:27 PM EST
A4: problem solving teaches them to THINK about issue from several angles. Teaches them to keep going and not expect perfection.
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MissSamKinder
Nov 30 @ 7:28 PM EST
A4 Teaches students to think about alternative routes to the destination if their first attempt doesn't work.
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MrsFoxs3rdgrade
Nov 30 @ 7:28 PM EST
I am so late! A4: Coding helps Ss increase their problem solving skills which translates into career choices.
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JenniferServiss
Nov 30 @ 7:28 PM EST
Q4: develop creative and digital skills
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smithstrws
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Nov 30 @ 7:28 PM EST
My Ss have SUCH a hard time w/ this. They don't want to actually put thought into things. Sad
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techytess
Nov 30 @ 7:28 PM EST
I hear more "YES!" during coding activities than anything else I do.
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smithstrws
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Nov 30 @ 7:27 PM EST
A4 Instills perseverance & a great challenge.
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MrsFoxs3rdgrade
Nov 30 @ 7:29 PM EST
A3: coding helps Ss with problem solving and critical thinking skills. Ss also enjoy coding!
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mrshaskell213
Nov 30 @ 7:29 PM EST
A4 Coding teaches Ss that some problems are not solved easily and take perseverance and critical thinking skills
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BWhitlowEdTech
Nov 30 @ 7:29 PM EST
true. Let the kids show them. How many times have I heard Ss say "oh I learned this in algebra last trimester"
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smithstrws
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Nov 30 @ 7:29 PM EST
Absolutely! They love it and feel so successful when they complete the task!
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MrsFoxs3rdgrade
Nov 30 @ 7:29 PM EST
A2: Ss do Hour of Code in their computer classes.
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ubeme
Nov 30 @ 7:29 PM EST
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A4 Before we started coding with
@E4Tech_Teacher
the kids would just sit and wait for someone to tell them the answer.
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techytess
Nov 30 @ 7:29 PM EST
Drives me crazy. "Just tell me what to do and how to do it" THAT IS NOT LEARNING!
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Jyoung1219
Nov 30 @ 7:29 PM EST
Yes, ppl learn at diff time. However, aren't teachers meant to help Ss gain experience
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