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Tuesday September 20, 2016
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Hi ! Molly, School Partnerships Manager at EdSurge, joining from the Bay Area
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Hello, Rich Perry English teacher Long Island NY
HI, Rachelle frm Pittsburgh, SPan & T,
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Hi! Sarah, Digital Learning Coach from north TX. I'm glad I remembered to chat tonight!
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hey all Michael from here
Great to have you here Rich!
Hi! from Maine- social media fellow and educational consultant. Eager to be co-moderating tonight’s
Liz Meredith, Tech Integration Coach w/
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Dan Ryder, English teacher, improviser & design thinker taking a little break to join & tonight
Hi everyone :) I'm Sabba joining from southern California
Welcome! Glad to see STEAM being represented!
Hi , I'm Elayne from South Florida, Elementary Media Specialist.
Welcome!! Thanks for being here!
So happy to have you here. Miss our days in Berlin!
Hey, Gang! Michael from Los Angeles. I teach cinema &
Hi everyone! Abbie, 1st grade teacher from MD! Excited to chat!
A1One of my fav recent books was Tony Wagner, Creating Innovators, his examples bring to life a the impact of innovative tching
Yay! Thanks so much for joining in!
A1 It's still on my list, but The Innovator's Mindset is one I really want to read!
Hello! I am Jordan from Chicago
A1: by changed how I support Ts when nudging Ss to demonstrate new learning/ideas w/ tech.
Great to see you here! Looking forward to seeing you in Boston in November!
It's a great one! The Innovators DNA too!
glad to be joining! and yes looking forward to spending some quality time hanging out with you in Boston
I didn't know there was another one! Great!
A1: Innovators Mindset by LOVE!
A1: Stratosphere by Awesome Book!! Very inspiring!
A1 tough! cant pick 1 now readng Make Learn Succeed
The EdSurge Educators book club just read The Originals by Adam Grant, really cool to apply some of the idea to ed
Rocks! Great for creative inspiration!
A1 provided me w simple, thoughtful frameworks for remembering to share my process & have Ss do same
I haven't heard of it, excited to check it out!
so many great books, multi-reading several now, books, Hacking series & many authors
I absolutely loved listening to this book on my commute this summer!
A1 My fav prof dev books are for easy tech integration ideas & Originals bc of creativity
A1: Spare Parts - great book for seeing how much you can do with limited resources.
how did the book change your practice Abbie?
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Awesome, aka all teaching :)
I joined an chat last week - authors of amplify! MUST read that book now!!!
A1: JJJRH by https://t.co/UzkdBSqasG changed my thinking on storytelling. we need more strategic storytelling in EDU
sounds cool Dan - what's an example of something you show them now that you didn't before?
A1. A book that really showed me the importance of visual thinking is In The Minds Eye by Thomas West.
A1: We are currently reading The Art of Coaching w/the team I lead and it is encouraging us to have deeper convos ab coaching
what are you doing? Why do you copy all of EdSurge's tweets?
BTW, can I say I love this topic of creating your own professional dev?Everyone needs to take ownership of their learning
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Social media fellows audreyoclair and willcottjulie are guest moderating tonight's discussion.
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I bust out my lesson plans -- now in -- often & show them what I was thinking, how I got us to there
helped me foster & explore Ss natural curiosity & use to inspire them
A little late... please forgive me! Matt- Director of Curric for
I will have to look for it.
You can thank & for their brilliant topic choices
A1: This one made me realize we don't chat enough about privacy/security and future implications https://t.co/bgpwpfE5CB
Jeff Bailey High School Technology Teacher in Rumford Maine
Hiiiiii!!! Thanks for being here!!
A1)I ❤️ "Never Work Harder than your Students" by
very cool. Is that optional reading or so you present every class/week etc?
The Spare Parts story is so inspirational! And there is a movie too.
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Yikes! Even the cover gives me shivers... but so true
have you read How to Win Friends and Influence People by it has so many amazing lessons
A1 Other prof dev books I gotta recommend: The Space by & Dive into Inquiry by
Storytelling is so important!
A1: Drive by Helped me better understand student motivation. Without motivation, learning doesn't happen.
A1: Atul Gawande
The Checklist Manifesto:
How to Get Things Right was one of my favorite reads.
nothing so formal as that; just super open about my lesson planning & process
I love that my peeps , and are here to represent You are the BEST!!
Glad you made it. Better late than never.
thanks for the recommendation and book!
https://t.co/OtemttMI43 Thanks @ mjwints: CinimonEd what are you doing? Why do you copy all of EdSurge's tweets?
what are you doing? Why do you copy all of EdSurge's tweets?
ELearning leader & tech coach from Melbourne Australia. A1: no ed books read since uni! looking for ideas from you all
A1) also anything by . Gamechanging assessment & monitoring & teaching awesomeness
author does a brilliant job laying everything out. would love to see mroe discussion around this in EDU
so many good book recommendations!
A1 This summer's reading that gave me pause was Blindspot by Greenwald and Banaji. Focused on what biases are automoatic.
I am reading To Sell is Human right now! Errrr I mean listening! Yay for audible!
agreed! and with so many platforms now, we have so many opportunities :)
A2 I’d love to have dinner w to learn about how to be a maverick
Whups. A little late tonight! But I'm here!!!
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A2 Another great Q! can't pick just 1! how about my through grps :)
A2: Dinner w/ as it was a quote from of her presos that inspired me to my own professional journey/job
haha that is how i survive my commute, love audible
I agree! I have a great reading list from tonight's chat. https://t.co/nKKE6tG2Ar
so many good book recommendations!
A2) Not to be redundant, but I think I'd pick as his view of and future education is so relevant
I'm ready to get tonight's archive for the amazing book list!
A2. Either Nicholas Negroponte or Kevin Kelly . The big picture perspective on tech & society.
A2: have always wanted to meet I find Hole in the Wall Schools fascinating. Pet of what led me to
wow what a compliment, i had no idea. so awesome that you are pursuing what you love :)
A2 - not just one but I've loved traveling & getting to know local tech leaders. There is so much happening we don't hear about
Me too! Do you use for the resource list and archive? It's amazing!
is now trending in USA, ranking 36
A2) also wouldn't mind having dinner with
I saw him host the startup pitches at he was an incredible personality
Lots of amazing things happening because I took a leap!
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A2 Sugata Mitra would be fascinating to chat with over dinner
Everyone in this chat? Why don't we just all have dinner after ?
A2) Staying local: love to chat over dinner w/ the rest of the crew. TONS of practical depth in those 3.
A2 How big is the table? would get an invite. Local + etc would make for a fun meal.
The ISIS grower (Saudi Arabia), isn’t stopping its heinous crimes against the Yemeni people https://t.co/kJPqrSPL0n
He is an awesome and inspiring guy!
A1: i would love to meet loved his thoughts in this video on being tech-driven human-centered https://t.co/oBcaheUoxE
Ooh, ooh, ooh... I think I left my teleported in my other pants. https://t.co/yEK9mTY84J
Everyone in this chat? Why don't we just all have dinner after ?
A2: would love to meet loved his thoughts in this video on being tech-driven human-centered https://t.co/oBcaheUoxE …
Oh I second those. Both folks I'd like to have beer & wings with
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This reminds me of another great book - The Year without Pants.
A2: Dinner with Marco Torres or would be my choice of an leader I'd like to learn more from.
haha i imagine those days are not too far away :)
Can you imagine? I'm ready. Harry Potter has prepared me :)
A2: I've always wanted to meet the person who is revolutionizing media centers in school:
Maybe they were teleported?? (Okay, I gotta let this imagery go...) LOL.
i take it you'll have some butterbeer waiting for us all when we arrive
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A3 I love TCEA - amazing presentations and people
This is getting better and better, you can count on it!
A3: I'm actually really unsure about that this year...if anyone has suggestions I'd be open to them....
A3: excited to be going to for the first time and talking Snapchat with will be at too!
what is valuable for you about ISTE?
that's definitely one on my radar as well, the tweets from there always impress
A3 Any one going to iNacol next month? Will be my first time there and would love to connect in person!
A3 is only 4 hours away this year...really want to make it!
A3: ISTE - I love the vibe of this conference, and I always come away with crazy ideas to try in my class.
A1) for inspiration; for depth of knowledge; for local connections & success stories
A3 Looking forward to Innovation summit by , organized by , & at .
Joining in a bit late . A2&3: for dinner - dinner would be his handmade chocolates :) for conference.
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love how you wrote that out
Thanks for awesome link. I think I had it, but saved it to be sure
A3 is amazing, gone every year. Fascinating people to talk to, and I always bring back so much to share with Ss and Ts.
i have yet to experience the craziness of ISTE perhaps this will be the year
heard so much about the conf.! would like to experience the greatness myself!
A3: ISTE of course & SXSW.
SEEC as well, I may be an English teacher but I want to explore space too.
A3 Just attended Melb & inspired, would now love to travel & be immersed in tchrs from another culrure
A3) is my first choice as well as , , , and ADE'17 😀
I would love to be able to stay for proper some year or even interactive following
Awesome! What's your session, would love to connect while I'm there!
ISTE always provides ideas insights and good times.
A3: I'm eager to the con - there is a component to actually see classrooms in action with 1:1!
A3 I want to attend & conferences for their innovative ideas & great speakers
heard amazing things about ; sounds like throws a heckuva event
Handshake, Dancemove, Battlecry is now rampant at and are all about Red Ball!
A3: Maine Technology Conference and Lots of events including
knowing him & the work they do, it's all on personalized learning. Check out too.
Loving the Maine representation here!
Good as time as any to plug the heck outta 2016 coming up in just a few weeks; great reason to
Believe it or not, looking for off-the-beaten-trail edtech that don't know it's edtech yet.
A3: ISTE 2017! I'd like to learn more about being a leader in the digital world of learning.
Sweet! Thanks for the tip.
absolutely loved the field visits to classes. thanks to that i met
Thank YOU for your work! It makes my work w/ Ts better and deeper.
YARRRR! YES AND! ! https://t.co/dMYU4G81za
Handshake, Dancemove, Battlecry is now rampant at and are all about Red Ball!
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Oh man, is ME like RI where there is one area code for the whole state?
Doesn't... doesn't... darn you autocorrect.
Went to iPadpalooza for the 1st time last year - well worth it!
Haha! Yes! We share one stoplight too!
it looks like loads of fun all while learning
A2: still stuck on dinner. would be there too.
A4: the power of digital storytelling
A4: Collaboration between classes across the curriculum and country. Something I am working on right now.
A4: Civilizing - The Ripple Effect of Humanity-Centered STEM Education w/ https://t.co/Fpm5rX0YUC
Q4: If you were guaranteed a slot to present at your favorite conference, what would your presentation topic be?… https://t.co/H7doI0sG6B
neat! what are you working on?
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A4 Non tech: Let The Kids Play. Bring play back into the classroom to spark creativity, collaboration, & engagement.
A4: Creating a culture in which creativity & innovation can spark
A4: the impact of universal design & to allow all Ss to proudly share their voice & shine.
A4)Coll"app"orations! Using some of the best apps like and to promote collaboration!
A4 Relationships come first, teaching & tech integration 2nd
I would definitely sign up for this session!! Trying to incorporate play wherever I can!
A4) "Deconstructing the EduParadigm: Student-Centered Learning Realized"
A4 Tech related: Empowering students through storytelling and digital platforms.
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Let me know when you get to present this. I'd love to see it.
Q4: Building a Collaborative Professional Development experience using the Edcamp model. OR Why Learn Computer Science k-12
I have my English class working with a Science class in Ohio to analyze the science in The Grapes of Wrath.
and I will be presenting on Leveraging Play for Learning this fall. So important.
We are working on a new PD & support model right now. & models play a big part in my thinking.
A4 I’d love to present on: , equity, , innovative teaching, student centered classrooms
Boom yes this and that and the things
hope youve put some proposals in, id love to see a talk on that!
that sounds great! great idea! My Ss are participating in & hoping to connect with other Ss. Suggestions?
CRrrrushhhing it! https://t.co/CEdJD7QwI1
I have my English class working with a Science class in Ohio to analyze the science in The Grapes of Wrath.
CRrrrushhhing it! https://t.co/CEdJD7QwI1
I have my English class working with a Science class in Ohio to analyze the science in The Grapes of Wrath.
Hi . Joe, math & STEM coach, joining late. Is here?
Hi Joe!! Great to see you here. btw are you going to ?
A4) "Why Nots, What Ifs, and BHAGs (Big Hairy Audacious Goals, via "
He is an incredible presenter! And friend! Please tell me you know each other!
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i only know from his amazing blog, would love to meet you in real life one day :)
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You would see me in the front row. Important traits & habits to develop in the service of learning. … https://t.co/4t8RG72iuM
A4 How Empathy, Vulnerability & Transparency Transformed Teaching & Learning & My Entire Freakin' Career… https://t.co/EFIR9TIQqZ
Q4: If you were guaranteed a slot to present at your favorite conference, what would your presentation topic be?… https://t.co/H7doI0sG6B
ooo it's in Anaheim so definitely possible!
I kinda work it into every workshop; would love to keynote on it somewhere sometime
What a wonderful topic - one that I think will definitely speak to many.
I can vouch, she is incredible. I have met her several times, recorded & edited that podcast
not at all, i would love to hear it as im sure many others would as well
I don't know if we've ever met IRL . . maybe for a heartbeat at ISTE Phlliy? Or SXSWEdu?
I definitely hope to be there for at least Saturday.
It's official! You have to come to Maine! For lobster and to meet my team!
Loved the table-pounding! 😎
A4: I would love to get some students presenting instead of me...maybe on a topic such as - What kids think of school today!
A5: There’s always a way.
C'mon now, we all know that's tractor pull night at Fryeburg
A5: You can't take care of anyone else unless you take care of yourself first
A5: success is 80% personality and 20% what you know. its all about relationships
A5)Everything and anything is an opportunity. You just have to see it as such.
Definitely important values and qualities for all learners!
A5: I love what says about if your first iteration doesn’t make you cringe, you waited too long to ship.
A5: Don't be afraid to fail, and don't be afraid to show it to your students. Risk taking is essential to learning new things.
A5 A professor said that teachers are like a duck & Gumby. Be flexible & stay calm even though you are churning.
A5 Baby steps and don't be afraid to ask questions.
I like that idea. Or maybe what they would like school to look like.
A5: If you're results are never surprising, then neither are you. If you're always right, you're doing it wrong.
"dont worry be crappy" that was my favorite part of his keynote last year summit
A5: Be a learner alongside your students. Show them that curiosity never dies!
A5: Stay humble. There's always more to learn. Remember it's okay to be vulnerable.
A5: Been given: Its going to be hard and there's a chance you won't succeed, but what IF you DO succeed?
A5: You don't build trust when you offer help. You build trust when you ask for help.
A5 Be open to new ideas, take advantage of PD opps, try new things, model risk, failure happens,
YOUR... darn autocorrect. Here's the best advice: KILL YOUR AUTOCORRECT. IT MAKES YOU LOOK STUPID!
It's wonderful to join in the process of learning. Like your previous tweet -engage in your own genius hour too
Ha! Part of your success has to be that amazing white jacket with the wild sleeves! Relationships & great clothes! ;)
that's good advice for anyone, love it
A5 Best professional advice I've received is don't be afraid to fail, take chances.
Wonderful message! Imagine the possibilities.
“You know before they invented the 747, somebody had to try to jump off a cliff.” I always quote that to new teachers
A5) "You know what it is! Don't fall for that BS." /1
A5: Pick your battles. It relates to so many aspects of the job. Stand up for what you believe in and let he rest be noise.
A5 Be willing to grow, ask for help, and love what you do!
Yes! That talk was so meaningful for me!
I was thinking the same thing!
A4: I'd present on "Why my students want to miss recess!"
Reminds me of advice from a veteran teacher "This too shall pass".
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My boss, the director of elem Ed, definitely understands this. She's great at filter out the noise.
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😂 it's all about mixing all the things we love together
A5) Said to a colleague who was being told to provide a service w/o compensation. She was being bullied n2 being exploited. /2
Love what you do. Reminds me of a line in Steve Jobs commencement speech at Stanford.
I want to be in that session!
that sounds awesome! are you guys coming to Innovation summit?
A5) "The best is yet to come!"
You know... sometimes you just gotta keep it real!! :)
A6 I hope to leave a mark on the community with published work, presentations, and changed minds
When we find "it" we know it and Ss notice.
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A5 Do not be afraid to open up, take risks, lead by example, & find new ways to enhance learning for all.
She was on such a roll I didn't want to hop in and stop her! So instead we just got a noisy recording :-)
A6: I want to empower students to do things I can not even imagine.
like the amazing video documentaries that you and your students produce
A6: be a model incorporating tech into classrooms & help students realize their true potential
A6: I hope my colleagues and Ss feel joyful when they remember what it felt like to learn from/with me. https://t.co/l8HMHNbmhh
A6: Hopefully with the impact my students have on the world. If I have helped to build problem solvers then I am good
Maya Angelou is such an inspiration!
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A6: I want to leave my mark by creating a culture which all Ss succeed and are empowered for their future.
I think I will be in Sweden then! Part of the amazingness we need to chat about F2F!
A6 I hope to inspire others to use technology in positive ways with kids. Learn with them and have fun with it!
Not noise to me! Would like to hear more passion in our work.
I really love that jacket!
A6 Continue to try new things & share ideas adding momentum to the cultural shift that will help Ss learn & grow.
A6: Me - Old, grey, stooped. Her - Mid-30s. "OMG, Mrs. S! You taught me how to fly drones! That changed my life!"
A6 share knwldge w/others,add to ,help Ss have choice & grw, be empowered
A6) If I've done my job, you won't even know I was there- you'll only recognize the amazing work done by Teachers
A6: be a resource and investagator of
A6: That my colleagues learned w/me in a collaborative environment + that we created the best learning space we could TOGETHER
We are helping them prepare for a world we can't even imagine. For jobs that don't exist today
A6: To inspire my Ss to be future leaders and share their talents with the world.
you reminded me i need to get new book Together is Better
Such an awesome responsibility and honor!
Modeling is critical. Model taking risks, model how to celebrate successes, model how to respond to failures
What a wonderful message. JOY
A special thanks to and for great discussion!
Quietly, finding solutions so Ss can loudly be AWESOME.
Oo, me too. It's on my list now
A special thanks to audreyoclair and willcottjulie for great discussion!
And then we can all celebrate!
What an amazing conversation about designing your BEST professional life!
A6) I want Ts to be empowered to be in control of their own learning and growth, & to build their classrooms around that idea
Agreed! Thanks for an excellent chat tonight. Enthusiasm flowing again. Aaaahhhh. https://t.co/62p5GcGCom
A special thanks to and for great discussion!
Thank you . Inspirational words and ideas to carry us through.
Thanks for joining this week’s ! Don’t forget to follow your new connections from tonight!
Thank you all for contributing! Together we are stronger. https://t.co/RqYSDtskZC
What an amazing conversation about designing your BEST professional life!
Amazing chat and wealth of resources to dig through! Thanks!
thanks for a great chat. Glad I could join in. Some great listening (aka reading) ahead!
