December 2015 #LCPSedChat Topic

Our next #LCPSedChat will be December 17th at 8 pm.  Below is the topic and questions we will cover.  We hope you are able to learn with us.

When: December 17th, 2015 at 8pm

Where: Twitter (use Twubs.com or tweetchat.com to follow the conversation more easily)

What: Chat topics & questions will be announced before the chat. Check out these blogs for information:  http://1gratefulteacher.blogspot.com/ and http://reynoldsrambles.blogspot.com/

Hashtag: #lcpsedchat

Who: EVERYONE! Looking for LCPS teachers...ALL are welcome!

Topic: Reaching Outside the Classroom

Q1. What kind of outside resources (tools, experts, speakers, etc) do you want to bring into your classroom?

Q2. What barriers/obstacles have you encountered in connecting with the world outside?

Q3. What “experts” have you connected with from outside your classroom?

Q4. Where can you go to be able to connect with “experts”?

Q5. Tell us about successes you have had, or you’ve heard about, in terms of connecting with “experts”.

Q6. What will you do this week in order to connect with an “expert”?

FAQ

1. Sign into either tweetchat.com or twubs.com to follow the conversation. Sign

   in USING your twitter username & password. Type in #lcpsedchat. Now, the sites will automatically put the #lcpsedchat into every tweet for you.
2. EVERY tweet must include the #lcpsedchat to be seen by the group.
3. Introduce yourself and jump into the chat. Ask questions, answer questions. This
   chat is for you! Tip: Address someone directly by using their username if you are answering/asking them a question.
4. This chat is moderated by @mhaseltine, @jbreynoldsTRT, and @lganley. Follow the moderators!
5. The chat will be archived when it’s done and the archive will be shared on twitter and the blogs. You can read the entire chat after it’s over, if you want.
6. Remember: Chats can move fast. It’s ok! Take a deep breath and get ready!

November 2015 #LCPSedChat topic

Our next #LCPSedChat will be November 19th at 8 pm.  Below is the topic and questions we will cover.  We hope you are able to learn with us.

When: November 19, 2015 at 8pm

Where: Twitter (use Twubs.com or tweetchat.com to follow the conversation more easily)

What: Chat topics & questions will be announced before the chat. Check out these blogs for information:  http://1gratefulteacher.blogspot.com/ and http://reynoldsrambles.blogspot.com/

Hashtag: #lcpsedchat

Who: EVERYONE! Looking for LCPS teachers...ALL are welcome!

Topic: Holidays

Q1. What do you think about holidays in schools?  Should there be a place for it?

Q2. What are the positives and drawbacks of celebrating holidays in schools?

Q3. What are instructional connections to holidays that are appropriate for the classroom?

Q4. How can you use the holidays to create openings to build cultural awareness in the classroom?

Q5. How does your cultural background influence your teaching?

FAQ

1. Sign into either tweetchat.com or twubs.com to follow the conversation. Sign

   in USING your twitter username & password. Type in #lcpsedchat. Now, the sites will automatically put the #lcpsedchat into every tweet for you.
2. EVERY tweet must include the #lcpsedchat to be seen by the group.
3. Introduce yourself and jump into the chat. Ask questions, answer questions. This
   chat is for you! Tip: Address someone directly by using their username if you are answering/asking them a question.
4. This chat is moderated by @mhaseltine, @jbreynoldsTRT, and @lganley. Follow the moderators!
5. The chat will be archived when it’s done and the archive will be shared on twitter and the blogs. You can read the entire chat after it’s over, if you want.
6. Remember: Chats can move fast. It’s ok! Take a deep breath and get ready!

October 2015 #LCPSedChat Topic

Our next #LCPSedChat will be October 15th at 8 pm.  Below is the topic and questions we will cover.  We hope you are able to learn with us.

When: October 15, 2015 at 8pm

Where: Twitter (use Twubs.com or tweetchat.com to follow the conversation more easily)

What: Chat topics & questions will be announced before the chat. Check out these blogs for information:  http://1gratefulteacher.blogspot.com/ and http://reynoldsrambles.blogspot.com/

Hashtag: #lcpsedchat
 

Who: EVERYONE! Looking for LCPS teachers...ALL are welcome!

Topic: Best Practices

1. When you hear the term Best Practices, as it refers to the classroom, what does it mean to you?
2. What do you find to be the most effective Best Practice in your classroom and why?
3. What type of Best Practice have you tried that just didn't work? Why do you think it didn't work?
4. What type of Best Practice surprised you by working better than you imagined?
5. When have you struggled implementing Best Practices? Is it worth it?
6. How do you learn about new ideas and ways to implement Best Practices?

FAQ

1. Sign into either tweetchat.com or twubs.com to follow the conversation. Sign

   in USING your twitter username & password. Type in #lcpsedchat. Now, the sites will automatically put the #lcpsedchat into every tweet for you.
2. EVERY tweet must include the #lcpsedchat to be seen by the group.
3. Introduce yourself and jump into the chat. Ask questions, answer questions. This
   chat is for you! Tip: Address someone directly by using their username if you are answering/asking them a question.
4. This chat is moderated by @mhaseltine, and @jbreynoldsTRT. Follow the moderators!
5. The chat will be archived when it’s done and the archive will be shared on twitter and the blogs. You can read the entire chat after it’s over, if you want.
6. Remember: Chats can move fast. It’s ok! Take a deep breath and get ready!

June #LCPSedChat Topic

Our next #LCPSedChat will be June 4th at 8 pm.  Sarah Thomas will be guest moderating this month so be sure to join us.  Below is the topic and questions we will cover.  We hope you are able to learn with us.

Guest Moderator: Sarah Thomas @sarahdateechur

When: June 4, 2015 at 8pm

Where: Twitter (use Twubs.com or tweetchat.com to follow the conversation more easily)

What: Chat topics & questions will be announced before the chat. Check out these blogs for information:  http://1gratefulteacher.blogspot.com/ and http://reynoldsrambles.blogspot.com/

Hashtag: #lcpsedchat

Who: EVERYONE! Looking for LCPS teachers...ALL are welcome!

Topic: Gamification

What is your definition of gamification? To what extent do you use it in your classroom?

Do you use points badges, a combo or something totally different?

In what ways can gamification motivate and empower learners?

What free tools can you use to level up your teaching and how?

How can you use gamification in ways that support intrinsic motivation?

What resources do you know to help teachers gamify their classes for free?

FAQ

1. Sign into either tweetchat.com or twubs.com to follow the conversation. Sign

   in USING your twitter username & password. Type in #lcpsedchat. Now, the sites will automatically put the #lcpsedchat into every tweet for you.
2. EVERY tweet must include the #lcpsedchat to be seen by the group.
3. Introduce yourself and jump into the chat. Ask questions, answer questions. This
   chat is for you! Tip: Address someone directly by using their username if you are answering/asking them a question.
4. This chat is moderated by @mhaseltine, @jbreynoldsTRT and @mikespeidel. Follow the moderators!
5. The chat will be archived when it’s done and the archive will be shared on twitter and the blogs. You can read the entire chat after it’s over, if you want.
6. Remember: Chats can move fast. It’s ok! Take a deep breath and get ready!

May #LCPSedChat Topic

Our next #LCPSedChat will be May 7th at 8 pm.  Dr. Eric Williams will be guest moderating this month so be sure to join us.  Below is the topic and questions we will cover.  We hope you can join us.

Guest Moderator: Dr. Eric Williams @ewilliams65

When: May 7, 2015 at 8pm

Where: Twitter (use Twubs.com or tweetchat.com to follow the conversation more easily)

What: Chat topics & questions will be announced before the chat. Check out these blogs for information:  http://1gratefulteacher.blogspot.com/ and http://reynoldsrambles.blogspot.com/

Hashtag: #lcpsedchat

Who: EVERYONE! Looking for LCPS teachers...ALL are welcome!

Topic: Students and authentic problem solving

1) Why did you go into education?
2) What does an ideal graduate look like?
3) What are examples of authentic problems that students have addressed in your class, school or district?
4) What advice do you have for teachers who engage students in solving authentic problems?
5) How can engaging students in solving authentic problems help recapture the joy of teaching and learning?
6) How does engaging students in solving authentic problems develop the attributes of ideal graduates?

FAQ

1. Sign into either tweetchat.com or twubs.com to follow the conversation. Sign

   in USING your twitter username & password. Type in #lcpsedchat. Now, the sites will automatically put the #lcpsedchat into every tweet for you.
2. EVERY tweet must include the #lcpsedchat to be seen by the group.
3. Introduce yourself and jump into the chat. Ask questions, answer questions. This
   chat is for you! Tip: Address someone directly by using their username if you are answering/asking them a question.
4. This chat is moderated by @mhaseltine, @jbreynoldsTRT and @mikespeidel. Follow the moderators!
5. The chat will be archived when it’s done and the archive will be shared on twitter and the blogs. You can read the entire chat after it’s over, if you want.
6. Remember: Chats can move fast. It’s ok! Take a deep breath and get ready!

April #LCPSedChat Topic

Update: Check out the archive here.

Our next #LCPSedChat will be April 9th at 8 pm.  Below is the topic and questions we will cover.  We hope you can join us.

When: April 9, 2015 at 8pm

Where: Twitter (use Twubs.com or tweetchat.com to follow the conversation more easily)

What: Chat topics & questions will be announced before the chat. Check out these blogs for information:  http://1gratefulteacher.blogspot.com/ and http://reynoldsrambles.blogspot.com/

Hashtag: #lcpsedchat

Who: EVERYONE! Looking for LCPS teachers...ALL are welcome!

Topic: Maker Spaces and MakerEd

What is your definition of a Makerspace?

Where do you see the similarities and differences between makerspaces and STEM?

What are things that teachers can do to create mini-makerspaces in their classrooms?

What are some of your favorite activities/tools to use with makerspaces?

What do you see as the biggest challenge to makerspaces in your school?

Who are some makers that others can follow on Twitter/Facebook?

  

FAQ

1. Sign into either tweetchat.com or twubs.com to follow the conversation. Sign

   in USING your twitter username & password. Type in #lcpsedchat. Now, the sites will automatically put the #lcpsedchat into every tweet for you.
2. EVERY tweet must include the #lcpsedchat to be seen by the group.
3. Introduce yourself and jump into the chat. Ask questions, answer questions. This chat is for you! Tip: Address someone directly by using their username if you are answering/asking them a question.
4. This chat is moderated by @mhaseltine, @jbreynoldsTRT and @mikespeidel. Follow the moderators!
5. The chat will be archived when it’s done and the archive will be shared on twitter and the blogs. You can read the entire chat after it’s over, if you want.
6. Remember: Chats can move fast. It’s ok! Take a deep breath and get ready!

March #LCPSedChat

Our next #LCPSedChat will be March 5th at 8 pm.  Below is the topic and questions we will cover.  We hope you can join us.

When: March 5, 2015 First Thursday of the month at 8pm

Where: Twitter (use Twubs.com or tweetchat.com to follow the conversation more easily)

What: Chat topics & questions will be announced before the chat. Check out these blogs for information:  http://1gratefulteacher.blogspot.com/ and http://reynoldsrambles.blogspot.com/

Hashtag: #lcpsedchat

Who: EVERYONE! Looking for LCPS teachers...ALL are welcome!

Topic: Classroom Management

  

1. What does a 21st century classroom w/ effective classroom management look like?
2. How is effective classroom management achieved?
3. Loud vs. Quiet. Is one better than the other?
4. How do routines and rituals affect classroom management?
5. Expectations establish good classroom management. What expectations do you share w/ your students?
6. How do you communicate expectations & rituals/routines?

FAQ

1. Sign into either tweetchat.com or twubs.com to follow the conversation. Sign
   in USING your twitter username & password. Type in #lcpsedchat. Now, the sites will automatically put the #lcpsedchat into every tweet for you.
2. EVERY tweet must include the #lcpsedchat to be seen by the group.
3. Introduce yourself and jump into the chat. Ask questions, answer questions. This chat is for you! Tip: Address someone directly by using their username if you are answering/asking them a question.
4. This chat is moderated by @mhaseltine, @jbreynoldsTRT and @mikespeidel. Follow the moderators!
5. The chat will be archived when it’s done and the archive will be shared on twitter and the blogs. You can read the entire chat after it’s over, if you want.
6. Remember: Chats can move fast. It’s ok! Take a deep breath and get ready!

February #LCPSedChat twitter chat topic

Our next #LCPSedChat will be February 5th at 8 pm.  Below is the topic and questions we will cover.  We hope you can join us.

When: February 5, 2015 First Thursday of the month at 8pm

Where: Twitter (use Twubs.com or tweetchat.com to follow the conversation more easily)

What: Chat topics & questions will be announced before the chat. Check out these blogs for information:  http://1gratefulteacher.blogspot.com/ and http://reynoldsrambles.blogspot.com/

Hashtag: #lcpsedchat

Who: EVERYONE! Looking for LCPS teachers...ALL are welcome!

Topic: Assessment

  

1. How do you collaborate and communicate with your peers?

2. What can you do to increase collaboration and communication in your classroom?

3. What does problem solving or critical thinking look like in your classroom?

4. What are your biggest hurdles to encouraging problem solving?

5. Is creativity encouraged in your classroom?  How?

 

 

 

FAQ

1. Sign into either tweetchat.com or twubs.com to follow the conversation. Sign in USING your twitter username & password. Type in #lcpsedchat. Now, the sites will automatically put the #lcpsedchat into every tweet for you.
2. EVERY tweet must include the #lcpsedchat to be seen by the group.
3. Introduce yourself and jump into the chat. Ask questions, answer questions. This chat is for you! Tip: Address someone directly by using their username if you are answering/asking them a question.
4. This chat is moderated by @mhaseltine, @jbreynoldsTRT and @mikespeidel. Follow the moderators!
5. The chat will be archived when it’s done and the archive will be shared on twitter and the blogs. You can read the entire chat after it’s over, if you want.
6. Remember: Chats can move fast. It’s ok! Take a deep breath and get ready!