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=Archive of February's #GlobalClassroom Chat 3/3 - Sunday Feb 10th, 02:00-03:00 UTC= =Knocking down classroom walls with blogging=


 * RobynThiessen || 01:50 || looking forward to chatting with everyone about Knocking Down Classroom Walls tonight at 6pm PST Join us! #globalclassroom ||
 * tasteach || 01:53 || new post about connecting through blogging #globalclassroom http://t.co/BVQ2WGg3 relating to student blogging challenge #etmooc ||
 * RobynThiessen || 01:53 || for the next hour all my tweets will be dedicated to #globalclassroom chat! #sd36learns #flatclass #edchat #elemchat ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 01:58 || RT @RobynThiessen: for the next hour all my tweets will be dedicated to #globalclassroom chat! #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 01:58 || Hey Robyn! Looking forward to chatting - caught the tail end of chat #2 earlier today. #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 01:59 || @tasteach just read it. Will check in to it further and see if any of the challenges are a good fit for my 2nd graders #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 01:59 || @MrsMorgansClass yah, glad you are here! You are doing such amazing things in your class! #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:00 || @RobynThiessen wow! thanks - so are you! #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:00 || Welcome to #globalclassroom chat. Today's topic: Knocking Down Those Classroom Walls #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:01 || I'm Robyn and I teach in Surrey BC Canada #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:01 || @MrsMorgansClass Thanks for joining tonight #globalclassroom ||
 * tasteach || 02:02 || I'm Sue and am a retired teacher from Tasmania, Australia #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:02 || I'm Louise - I teach 2nd grade in Fort Worth, Texas #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:03 || Please introduce yourself. Tell us where you are from and what your role is? #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:03 || @tasteach Hi, Sue, glad you are joining us! #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:03 || @tasteach You are the first person I have ever met from Tasmania :-) ||
 * RentonL || 02:03 || Hi everyone! I'm Laurie - I teach Grade Three in Alberta, Canada. #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:04 || #globalclassroom hi all! I'm Kimberley, Year 5&6 teacher in Auckland NZ ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:04 || @RentonL Hi Laurie, glad you could make it! #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:04 || @krivett1 Hi Kimberely, So glad you are here! #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:04 || @RobynThiessen Me too, Robyn - didn't know if I would - son has been in snowboard comps this weekend! #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:05 || #globalclassroom Hi Louise! Sorry, it's 28 deg here + the family r all at the beach + fishing so I had to race home for the chat! Hi all! ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:05 || @RentonL Busy times, for sure! #globalclassroom ||
 * SAVSchool || 02:06 || Greetings from the SAV School, Nepal. I run a small rural school in the countryside of Nepal. #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:06 || @krivett1 weathre not so warm here today! Jealous! #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:06 || @krivett1 don't know if I could have given up the beach! It's cold and drizzly here - would love a warm beach right now! #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:07 || @SAVSchool So glad that you could make it! #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:07 || @SAVSchool Hi Govinda! So glad you are here- do you think your internet will hold up? #globalclassroom ||
 * tasteach || 02:08 || @krivett1 only 16C here and overcast but warmer than those in NE USA #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:08 || @krivett1 Agreed - would LOVE the beach right about now - although can't complain = only -0.5 right now (warm for Feb) #globalclassroom ||
 * bazhari2003 || 02:08 || Hi, greetings from Tegal ,central java indonesia. ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:09 || I'm a moderator newbie so please be gentle, haha! #globalclassroom ||
 * SAVSchool || 02:09 || It's foggy here outside, but not too cold. Yes, I've better internet connectivity nowadays. #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:09 || Q1 Why is blogging a valuable tool for connecting&sharing global inquiries with a global audience? #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:09 || @RobynThiessen You'll ROCK it! #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:09 || #globalclassroom a gr8 global classroom project is OF COURSE the weather aroudn the world! ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:09 || @bazhari2003 so glad you could make it! #globalclassroom ||
 * SAVSchool || 02:10 || Thank you all global CR members, i'm thrilled to meet so nice friends/ educators here. I bet I'll learn more. ||
 * verenanz || 02:10 || RT @tasteach: new post about connecting through blogging #globalclassroom http://t.co/BVQ2WGg3 relating to student blogging challenge #e ... ||
 * RentonL || 02:10 || A1 Blogging can have the ability to invite the world into your classroom as a third teacher. Powerful learning. #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:10 || The Northeast has been slammed with a blizzard. A friend in Maine post pics of 31.9 inches of snow! about 81 cm #globalclassroom ||
 * verenanz || 02:11 || @tasteach: new post on connecting through blogging #globalclassroom http://t.co/q6ivgdLD relates 2student blogging challenge #ceetopen ||
 * krivett1 || 02:11 || #globalclassroom u could start with a flickr project of weather in ur own area! Then compare to another global class! #weatherfun ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:11 || @RobynThiessen A1: peronally, blogging allows me to keep up with new trends and learn new things #globalclassroom ||
 * 8rinaldi || 02:11 || #globalclassroom Shirley here from NY _ 15 ins of snow and cold. 6th grade humanities teacher in small private school. ||
 * tasteach || 02:11 || A1 allows students to use many curriculum areas with time zones, seasons etc with global perspective #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:11 || my class has been involved in @ICT_Integrator's Travelling Rhino Project...opening so many doors and learning so much! #globalclassroom ||
 * EdinburghArea || 02:12 || RT @bhallowes2013Pru's school is called Rosewell College. Hence Flat Rosie. It's an all girls school. #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:12 || A1 Blogging with children opens communication with the world - no longer learning just ABOUT the world through text books. #globalclassroom ||
 * SAVSchool || 02:12 || If anyone want to talk with our students (7-12 years) on skype, keep me in a list. we can find suitable time. ||
 * krivett1 || 02:12 || #globalclassroom yes Robyn we r in on that project too. Authentic audience and authentic life experiences = blogging forum ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:13 || @8rinaldi So glad you could join us Shirley, glad you are OK! #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:13 || @EdinburghArea So glad you could make it to the chat! #globalclassroom ||
 * tasteach || 02:13 || A1 can also join in global projects like freerice, earth hour, blog action day #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:14 || @SAVSchool we would love to Skype with you! #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:14 || A1 Blogging is also a fabulous way of sharing the learning with families near and far. #globalclassroom ||
 * Groups4Schools || 02:14 || Reminder we have a community group with virtual resources @groups4schools. Details mentioned by Michael and posted on site #globalclassroom ||
 * bazhari2003 || 02:14 || It's sunny here. I just began blogging. I also think it's important for our students to get connected by blogging. ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:14 || A1: in the classroom blogging gives my students a world-wide audience of their peers. #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:14 || #globalclassroom A1 pushes out the classroom walls, flattens the world, bring the world into our classrooms ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:14 || @tasteach I just got the email about your blogging challenge #globalclassroom ||
 * 8rinaldi || 02:14 || A1 Blogging empowers my Ss to take down classroom walls and create, collaborate and share with others around the world #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:15 || @MrsMorgansClass Yes - it can be a lovely way to connect with peers - as well as experts in the field. #globalclassroom #globaled ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:15 || RT @krivett1: #globalclassroom A1 pushes out the classroom walls, flattens the world, bring the world into our classrooms #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:15 || RT @MrsMorgansClass: A1: in the classroom blogging gives my students a world-wide audience of their peers. #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:15 || RT @tasteach: A1 can also join in global projects like freerice, earth hour, blog action day #globalclassroom ||
 * Groups4Schools || 02:15 || Direct sign in link http://t.co/8UmFiC32 #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:15 || RT @Groups4Schools: Direct sign in link http://t.co/8UmFiC32 #globalclassroom ||
 * bazhari2003 || 02:16 || We just began. please kindly suggest or comment on http://t.co/cz9c4Gfn http://t.co/SZ59zqle #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:16 || RT @bazhari2003: We just began. please kindly suggest or comment on http://t.co/cz9c4Gfn http://t.co/SZ59zqle #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:16 || RT @Groups4Schools:Reminder we have a community group w/ resources @groups4schools. Detailsby Michael and posted on site #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:16 || RT @bazhari2003: We just began. please kindly suggest or comment on http://t.co/QIkDCbCw http://t.co/LkOW1Vm6 #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:16 || I'm in! RT @Groups4Schools: Reminder we have a community group with virtual resources. #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:16 || RT @MrsMorgansClass: I'm in! RT @Groups4Schools: Reminder we have a community group with virtual resources. #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:17 || Blogging can have the ability to enhance communications skills since they are writing for an authentic audience. #globalclassroom #sschat ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:17 || Q2 What skills can st. develop by sharing their learning with a global audience? #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:18 || #globalclassroom blogging is reflective and commenting allows feedback from a variety of valued sources i.e peers ||
 * krivett1 || 02:18 || #globalclassroom A2 knowing how others view the/our world thru blogging/commenting, compare and contrast life ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:19 || RT @krivett1: #globalclassroom blogging is reflective and commenting allows feedback from a variety of valued sources #globalclassroom ||
 * 8rinaldi || 02:19 || A1 Blogging gives Ss the opportunity to have a real audience to write for and therefore makes it meaningful for Ss #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:19 || A2 Written communication skills can develop more meaningfully when engaging in authentic reasons to write/connect. #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:19 || RT @8rinaldi: A1 Blogging empowers my Ss to take down walls and create, collaborate and share with others around the world #globalclassroom ||
 * bazhari2003 || 02:19 || It improves students' cultural understanding and critical thinking #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:20 || RT @RentonL: A2 Written comm. skills can develop more meaningfully when engaging in authentic reasons to write/connect. #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:20 || @groups4schools - Global classroom group http://t.co/MLgXGKFi #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:20 || RT @bazhari2003: It improves students' cultural understanding and critical thinking #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:20 || A2 Blogging can personalize learning journey for students as well. Asking questions of your readers=deepening the learning. #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:20 || RT @bazhari2003: It improves students cultural understanding and critical thinking #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:20 || RT @RobynThiessen: RT @bazhari2003: It improves students cultural understanding and critical thinking #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:21 || @RobynThiessen A2: reading and writing improve without them even knowing that's what they are doing! #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:21 || Depending on how your blog is set up - it can embed most curricular areas ... using revolver map for mental math, etc. #globalclassroom ||
 * heather_briske || 02:21 || Q2 talking to others teaches tolerance and abolishes stereotypes #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:22 || @MrsMorgansClass That is SO true - today ... I heard EACH of my students' voices in the latest pieces they'd written! #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:22 || #globalclassroom writers want to write for an authentic audience. Having a global audience is empowering for students ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:22 || @RentonL we use our blog hit map for so many things, math, socials studies... #globalclassroom ||
 * Groups4Schools || 02:22 || @MrsMorgansClass Create as many groups as you want for your own students as well or to work with other educators, parents.. #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:23 || RT @krivett1: #globalclassroom writers want to write for an auth. audience. Having a global audience is empowering for st #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:23 || A2; blogging is cross-curricular, virtual learning! #globalclassroom ||
 * heather_briske || 02:23 || Q2 also allows Ss to share their successes #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:23 || RT @heather_briske: Q2 talking to others teaches tolerance and abolishes stereotypes #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:23 || @RobynThiessen Yes - us too - the mental math (how many more hits since the weekend, etc.), researching the flags ... #globalclassroom ||
 * 8rinaldi || 02:24 || #globalclassroom A2 Blogging improves all written skills and builds communicating with and understanding the points of view of others ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:24 || RT @heather_briske: Q2 also allows Ss to share their successes #globalclassroom ||
 * heather_briske || 02:24 || Q2 face 2 face chat gives authenticity to learning via Skype #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:24 || Blogging is also a digital record of the students' school year. We can see the students progress! #globalclassroom ||
 * AnneMidd || 02:24 || Would like to build audiences for my Ss as when they do not have readers they blog less. Suggestions? #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:24 || #globalclassroom blogging also fosters reading skills, students r reading with stealth! Gets boys actively engaged ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:25 || RT @MrsMorgansClass: Blogging is also a digital record of the students school year. We can see the students progress! #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:25 || Also teaches global citizenship, digital safety, copyright ... all in and through the blogging experience ... not add on. #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:25 || @Groups4Schools Need to spend some time checking it out. #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:25 || @AnneMidd Hi Anne Marie...welcome! #globalclassroom ||
 * bazhari2003 || 02:25 || breaking the walls of our class #globalclassroom ||
 * AnneMidd || 02:25 || Howdy Robyn #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:25 || RT @MrsMorgansClass: @Groups4Schools Need to spend some time checking it out. #globalclassroom ||
 * 8rinaldi || 02:26 || Yes RT:@MrsMorgansClass: Blogging is also a digital record of the students' school year. We can see the students progress! #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:26 || @krivett1 agreed, my boys are voracious readers and learners, they are active and inquiring! #globalclassroom ||
 * tasteach || 02:26 || Teachers need to be role models when blogging, teaching skills like commenting, interesting posts, creative commons #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:26 || RT @RobynThiessen: @krivett1 agreed, my boys are voracious readers and learners, they are active and inquiring! #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:26 || @AnneMidd Have you tried #comments4kids and #globalclassroom? Also, thoughtful replies to reader's comments will bring them back often. ||
 * AnneMidd || 02:27 || @RentonL Yes, we do both but with limited success #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:27 || #globalclassroom agree that u must explicitly teach protocols of comments! Gr8 to see this develop over time tho ||
 * RentonL || 02:27 || @AnneMidd I like to explain it to my students by telling them - important to respond, reply ... and "reel them back"! #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:27 || When students get discouraged, I like to show them their first blog post so they can see how far they have come! #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:27 || RT @tasteach: Teachers need to be models when blogging, teaching skills like commenting,interesting posts,creative comm. #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:27 || #globalclassroom nice one Louise, kids love to look back and see how far they have come ||
 * AnneMidd || 02:27 || @RentonL I like the reel them back in. That I have not said. #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:28 || @AnneMidd Our class blog has its ups and downs - some posts generate FAR more response! We are consistent about replies. #globalclassroom ||
 * heather_briske || 02:28 || @AnneMidd collaborative units with different classes and teachers wouldn't that be fun? #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:28 || @MrsMorgansClass I did that last year w/ my st. and they were blown away! #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:28 || @AnneMidd #comments4kids, quadblogging, #globalclassroom ||
 * tasteach || 02:28 || @AnneMidd student blogging challenge that students and classes can register for, starts March 2013 http://t.co/fCXjEy0z #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:28 || @AnneMidd They love it too - and because of that ... their writing is really showing "voice" now! #globalclassroom ||
 * AnneMidd || 02:29 || @RentonL As each child has a website and blog is within, this may cause some readers to get lost. #globalclassroom ||
 * PhoenixSchool || 02:29 || #globalclassroom Greetings from snowy New England under 2+ feet of snow. Sorry to be late. ||
 * RentonL || 02:30 || @AnneMidd Yes - I don't have indiv. student blogs - we collaborate on one - it works for our "inquiry". #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:30 || @PhoenixSchool Glad you could make it! #globalclassroom ||
 * AnneMidd || 02:30 || @RentonL Mine love when they get people commenting. They were so excited to have Southern Alabama comment. #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:30 || @PhoenixSchool welcome to #globalclassroom glad u r here! Am currently sunbathing in back garden while tweeting! ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:30 || We using posting guidelines created by @soingirl and comment guidelines created by @rentonl #globalclassroom ||
 * 8rinaldi || 02:30 || #globalclassroom @Quadblogging is a great experience for Ss ||
 * RentonL || 02:30 || @AnneMidd I bet! It's VERY motivating when you see a comment has been left behind. Would love more parents to! #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:31 || RT @AnneMidd: @RentonL Mine love when they get people commenting. They were so excited to have Southern Alabama comment. #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:31 || #globalclassroom last year we co-constructed guidelines 4 blogging/commenting. Powerful tool ||
 * AnneMidd || 02:31 || @RentonL This is something I should think about but have grade 6/7s they each have unique voices and perspectives. #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:31 || Q3 How do you fit it into EVERYTHING else you need to accomplish in a day? #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:32 || @AnneMidd I began w them tightly as a group - lots of role-modelling & support - now beginning to reply 2 comments on own! #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:32 || @krivett1 can you share your guidelines? #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:32 || #globalclassroom A3 blogging isn't separated - it's integrated and part of all that we do ||
 * krivett1 || 02:32 || @RobynThiessen sure will try to locate a copy and post on wiki for #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:32 || RT @krivett1: #globalclassroom A3 blogging isnt separated - its integrated and part of all that we do #globalclassroom ||
 * AnneMidd || 02:33 || @RentonL We are connected to a class in Romania but their access to tech can limit the connections. #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:33 || A3 - it's not an add-on - it's part of the daily routine. I use Daily 5 - blogging works nicely with Work on Writing #globalclassroom ||
 * TGSWritersClub || 02:33 || q3 we strive to make working globally a normal part of our d2d operation. That's why we chose writing as our way to connect #globalclassroom ||
 * tasteach || 02:33 || from @kathleen_morris http://t.co/9jAAaOFy #globalclassroom ||
 * PhoenixSchool || 02:33 || #globalclassroom Anyone had success getting on going conversations going, not just single comment? ||
 * AnneMidd || 02:33 || RT @krivett1: #globalclassroom A3 blogging isn't separated - it's integrated and part of all that we do ||
 * RentonL || 02:33 || A3 Depending on project it can be woven in & thru most curricular areas-ours is SS focus=but math, art, tech all filter in. #globalclassroom ||
 * heather_briske || 02:33 || Q3 so difficult when flattening classrooms is yours and the kids passion! #globalclassroom ||
 * 8rinaldi || 02:33 || @krivett1 Each year we redo our guidelines for blogging and commenting after a few weeks of using last years #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:34 || @AnneMidd Ahh - so then it becomes more asynchronous ... leaving replies, etc. = do you skype/collab w them? #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:34 || That is a challenge. RT @PhoenixSchool: Anyone had success getting on going conversations going, not just single comment? #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:34 || RT @TGSWritersClub: q3 we make working globally a normal part of our d2d ops. We chose writing as our way to connect #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:34 || #globalclassroom new class and I are starting to fashion our guidelines for the year this week. Only in week 2 of school ||
 * PhoenixSchool || 02:34 || Writing has changed radically through blogging. Like Quadblogging and 100 word challenge especially. #globalclassroom ||
 * AnneMidd || 02:34 || @8rinaldi @krivett1 Ss love to create their own criteria once they have something to base it on. #globalclassroom ||
 * TGSWritersClub || 02:34 || We do writing all the time. We've just made it a global experience #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:35 || I encourage my kids to read their comments and reply, but I am not sure if the reply gets read. Thoughts on this? #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:35 || RT @RentonL: A3 Depending on project it can be woven in & thru most curr areas-ours is SS focus=but all filter in. #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:35 || RT @TGSWritersClub: We do writing all the time. Weve just made it a global experience #globalclassroom #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:35 || RT @PhoenixSchool: Writing has changed radically through blogging. Like Quadblogging and 100 word challenge especially. #globalclassroom ||
 * AnneMidd || 02:35 || @RentonL Trying. We connected in November but with Xmas it has stalled. Many hours apart causes difficulty with skyping. #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:35 || @Plnaugle teaches only math and science - she uses blogging for these subjects. #globalclassroom ||
 * TGSWritersClub || 02:36 || @MrsMorgansClass We've had kids in Pakistan inspire our kids in Australia to write about their family. Amazing stuff #globalclassroom ||
 * jjash || 02:36 || #globalclassroom skyping is enhanced by having supporting websites that the students work on enhancing their lit skills. #saw24 uses a wiki ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:36 || RT @MrsMorgansClass: @Plnaugle teaches only math and science - she uses blogging for these subjects. #globalclassroom ||
 * PhoenixSchool || 02:36 || A3Use blogging more like a journal or portfolio. Rather than in a notebook we blogged about everything we do. #globalclassroom ||
 * AnneMidd || 02:36 || @MrsMorgansClass @PhoenixSchool When it was a common Q as when we all read Ivan, comments were back and forth. #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:36 || Wow! RT @TGSWritersClub: Weve had kids in Pakistan inspire our kids in Australia to write about their family. Amazing stuff #globalclassroom ||
 * TGSWritersClub || 02:37 || Problem we have is finding other teachers and schools who see global blogging as an ongoing thing, not episodic. #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:37 || @MrsMorgansClass That's a tough one - that's part of why I love the class blog more especially for my younger students. #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:37 || RT @TGSWritersClub: @MrsMorgansClass Weve had kids in Pakistan inspire our kids in Aust to write about their family. #globalclassroom ||
 * heather_briske || 02:37 || @RobynThiessen @phoenixschool what is 100 word challenge? #globalclassroom ||
 * TGSWritersClub || 02:37 || We're preparing to use blogging to connect our science students to real life scientists: http://t.co/AZuAIxwi #globalclassroom ||
 * 8rinaldi || 02:37 || #globalclassroom A3 I don't. I prioritize each week so that I get what is most important / relevant for Ss done. I gave up what was not imp. ||
 * RentonL || 02:38 || @TGSWritersClub It's hard to hook someone if they're not invested - blogging is a ton of work - but SO worth it. #globalclassroom ||
 * TGSWritersClub || 02:39 || @RentonL I actually think it isn't any more work. Why can't you put kids' writing in a blog rather than exercise book? #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:39 || @8rinaldi I totally agree - you get really good at prioritizing. The blogging is SO valuable ... I make time! #globalclassroom ||
 * jjash || 02:39 || #globalclassroom with a wiki as our base our #saw24 participants become our audience and our collaborators. Communication and authenticity. ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:39 || RT @TGSWritersClub: Were preparing to use blogging to connect our science sts to real life scientists: http://t.co/QvmJScRO #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:39 || #globalclassroom I've found it easy when we partnered with classes aroudn the globe who have the same passion as my class for blogging ||
 * AnneMidd || 02:39 || RT @TGSWritersClub: Problem - finding other tchrs and schools who see glbl blogging as an ongoing thing, not episodic. Yes #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:39 || @jjash I like the idea of small groups or pairs skyping with other groups or pairs as part of a project. Not whole group #globalclassroom ||
 * TGSWritersClub || 02:39 || @RentonL I think that's the hard bit. Convincing teachers that it's not an add-on: it needs to replace other things #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:39 || Q4 How do you attract readers to your classroom blog? #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:39 || @TGSWritersClub I guess it depends on how you r blogging w your students. I find it a lot more work. It's worth it, though. #globalclassroom ||
 * AnneMidd || 02:40 || @krivett1 How did you find those classrooms? #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:40 || @TGSWritersClub I work a LOT more personal hours now than I ever did prior to blogging with students. #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:40 || #globalclassroom get ur classroom blog out on global blog lists via twitter, and tweet LOTS of msgs to PLN ||
 * tasteach || 02:40 || ways to use your clustrmap as part of the curriculum https://t.co/ENXHGAwR #globalclassroom please add your ideas ||
 * 8rinaldi || 02:40 || @TGSWritersClub @rentonl I agree. I knew I was hooked when I gave up my paper response journals for blogging #globalclassroom ||
 * toniobarton || 02:41 || At my school we don't have enough technology but we try with 5th grades to blog weekly. #globalclassrom #globalclassroom ||
 * jjash || 02:41 || #globalclassroom #saw24 allows us to skype 1:1 with each class in their school day. Hoping for more follow up collaboration this year. ||
 * krivett1 || 02:41 || #globalclassroom we also have a class FB page and I msg all the parents whenever we post new stuff (auto posting) the parents LOVE it! ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:42 || RT @krivett1: #globalclassroom it's easier when we partnered w/ classes who have the same passion as my class for blogging #globalclassroom ||
 * TGSWritersClub || 02:42 || Our Writers' Club had 1000 writers frm15 countries. 1 big community makes it easier. http://t.co/SPXmTYYX #globalclassroom ||
 * teacherdiana1 || 02:42 || RT @RobynThiessen: @krivett1 agreed, my boys are voracious readers and learners, they are active and inquiring! #globalclassroom ||
 * teacherdiana1 || 02:42 || RT @krivett1: #globalclassroom blogging also fosters reading skills, students r reading with stealth! Gets boys actively engaged ||
 * toniobarton || 02:42 || @TGSWritersClub but it is worth it. #globalclassroom ||
 * bazhari2003 || 02:42 || I hope I have more teachers to collaborate, skype classrooms, exchange blogging posts ||
 * toniobarton || 02:43 || RT @TGSWritersClub: Our Writers Club had 1000 writers 15 countries. 1 big community makes it easier. http://t.co/t6MbwJSV #globalclassroom ||
 * blogjohn13 || 02:43 || RT @bazhari2003: I hope I have more teachers to collaborate, skype classrooms, exchange blogging posts ||
 * blogjohn13 || 02:43 || RT @krivett1: #globalclassroom blogging also fosters reading skills, students r reading with stealth! Gets boys actively engaged ||
 * teacherdiana1 || 02:43 || RT @tasteach: #globalclassroom 10th student blogging challenge starts March, getting new theme but students can register now http://t.co ... ||
 * blogjohn13 || 02:43 || RT @RobynThiessen: RT @krivett1: #globalclassroom it's easier when we partnered w/ classes who have the same passion as my class for blo ... ||
 * blogjohn13 || 02:43 || RT @8rinaldi: @TGSWritersClub @rentonl I agree. I knew I was hooked when I gave up my paper response journals for blogging #globalclassroom ||
 * blogjohn13 || 02:43 || RT @RentonL: @TGSWritersClub I work a LOT more personal hours now than I ever did prior to blogging with students. #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:43 || RT @tasteach: #globalclassroom 10th student blogging challenge starts March, getting new theme but students can register now http://t.co ... ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:43 || RT @tasteach: ways to use your clustrmap as part of curric https://t.co/OgtdZSXr #globalclassroom please add your ideas #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:44 || @8rinaldi @TGSWritersClub Agreed - I'll never go back 2 a time when I'm not blogging w my students=our world has opened up. #globalclassroom ||
 * TGSWritersClub || 02:44 || @toniobarton Absolutely. #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:44 || @teacherdiana1 Hi Diana, So glad you could make it! #globalclassroom ||
 * tasteach || 02:44 || teacher challenge with ways to connect globally http://t.co/Vr4MvCv4 #globalclassroom ||
 * SparkyTeaching || 02:44 || Math lessons just got interesting... http://t.co/OMkGh4Ac The 'M' Files are out there! #globalclassroom #mathchat ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:45 || RT @RentonL: Agreed - Ill never go back 2 a time when Im not blogging w my students=our world has opened up. #globalclassroom ||
 * 8rinaldi || 02:45 || #globalclassroom A4 Ss Tweet, I tweet, school tweets, followers tweet, parents tweet, #comments4kids ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:45 || RT @tasteach: teacher challenge with ways to connect globally http://t.co/4uXtNCs4 #globalclassroom ||
 * PhoenixSchool || 02:45 || #globalclassroom A4 Things like Quadblogging, Twitter, 100 word challenge opens doors. It seems 2 grow from there. If u comment, others do ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:45 || RT @8rinaldi: #globalclassroom A4 Ss Tweet, I tweet, school tweets, followers tweet, parents tweet, #comments4kids #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:46 || I have 4 student desktop computers and we go to the lab once a week. How does that compare to your classrooms? #globalclassroom ||
 * TGSWritersClub || 02:46 || People who talk about increased workload... I'm curious.... why? #globalclassroom ||
 * bazhari2003 || 02:47 || I have computers but no internet access!! #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:47 || #globalclassroom we have BYOB system in place so have desktops, laptops, iPads/iPods/minis and so on. PLenty to go around #spoiledbrat ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:47 || I have 13 iP@ds, a desk top and 2 laptops=blessed! #globalclassroom ||
 * toniobarton || 02:47 || @MrsMorgansClass I have 22 computers in my library #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:47 || A4 I tweet for my students with my personal account - share with parents as well. #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:48 || @TGSWritersClub I moderate all posts and comments. Also take time to confer w/students to improve posts and comments. #globalclassroom ||
 * AnneMidd || 02:48 || I have access to 30 lap tops almost daily with 30 ipads as well. 5 classes sharing. #globalclassroom ||
 * TGSWritersClub || 02:48 || 1:1 netbook program at our school. Makes things easier. #globalclassroom ||
 * toniobarton || 02:48 || @RobynThiessen what do you use on your ipad to blog? #globalclassroom ||
 * 8rinaldi || 02:48 || @MrsMorgansClass we have 1-1 laptop program in our m/s what a difference it makes! #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:48 || @krivett1 we do BYOD occasionally, not all st. have access #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:49 || RT @RentonL: A4 I tweet for my students with my personal account - share with parents as well. #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:49 || @toniobarton we use Kidblog #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:49 || I do think that blogging can occur with limited technology ... always a way if you have internet connectivity! #globalclassroom ||
 * toniobarton || 02:49 || @RobynThiessen I need to work on Boyd. #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:49 || It looks like we have very diverse resources, but still manage to get our kids blogging regardless of how few or how many! #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:50 || @RentonL we have a class Twitter acct and tweet daily for parents #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:50 || RT @RentonL: I do think that blogging can occur with limited technology .. always a way if you have internet connectivity! #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:50 || @MrsMorgansClass Agreed! When you see the validity of blogging with your students ... you FIND a way! #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:51 || @RobynThiessen I am jealous! #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:51 || @toniobarton #globalclassroom we have BYOB (browser) so kids r not ltd to a device, can use phones too. My Iphone disappears daily! ||
 * tasteach || 02:51 || @bazhari2003 how do you get them posting on blog without internet access? #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:51 || Q5 How do address digital citizenship? #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:51 || Most of my parents have email addresses they can access on phone, but some are not connected at home. #globalclassroom ||
 * millerg6 || 02:51 || Hey #globalclassroom. Just dropping in. I posted about our student blogs yesterday: http://t.co/ddaMxV1x ||
 * krivett1 || 02:51 || #globalclassroom lots of online resources for digital citizenship, lots of youtube clips that r pwoerful also ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:51 || RT @tasteach: @bazhari2003 how do you get them posting on blog without internet access? #globalclassroom ||
 * toniobarton || 02:51 || @krivett1 great idea #globalclassroom ||
 * 8rinaldi || 02:52 || @MrsMorgansClass @tgswritersclub I also moderate and conference with Ss about posts and comments. Helps Ss edit/revise #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:52 || A5 Digital citizenship and online safety, copyright ... all natural discussions as you work through blogging w Ss. #globalclassroom ||
 * BYODRT || 02:52 || RT @RobynThiessen: @krivett1 we do BYOD occasionally, not all st. have access #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:52 || #globalclassroom and we just seize the day when something goes wrong, we teach to it and learn from it #digitalcitizenship ||
 * PhoenixSchool || 02:52 || @MrsMorgansClass That's what's important. Where there's a will, there's a way.#globalclassroom ||
 * bazhari2003 || 02:52 || I have to use my netbook so needs find time to post after teaching. Just started but I want to learn from you. #globalclassroom ||
 * tasteach || 02:52 || teachers should be role models for dig citizenship especially when using images and music on blogs #globalclassroom ||
 * AnneMidd || 02:52 || RT @krivett1: #globalclassroom and we just seize the day when something goes wrong, we teach to it and learn from it #digitalcitizenship ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:53 || RT @krivett1: we just seize the day when something goes wrong, we teach to it and learn from it #digitalcitizenship #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:53 || @krivett1 Us too - HUGE discussion about inappropriate advertising on our flag counter ... lost all flags - GR8 discussion! #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:53 || #globalclassroom A5 confering, peer support, accountability, explicit teaching of digital citizenship - all paramount ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:53 || RT @PhoenixSchool: @MrsMorgansClass Thats whats important. Where theres a will, theres a way.#globalclassroom #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:53 || RT @tasteach: teachers should be role models for dig citizenship especially when using images and music on blogs #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:53 || Our district allows BYOD, but a most of my 2nd graders don't have a D that their parents will let them bring to school. #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:54 || RT @krivett1: #globalclassroom A5 confering, peer supp., accountability,explicit teaching of dig citizenship -all paramount #globalclassroom ||
 * millerg6 || 02:54 || @RobynThiessen Our school has a "responsible" use agreement for students. http://t.co/C3rGWrFo I like "responsible." #globalclassroom ||
 * TGSWritersClub || 02:54 || q5 not all our kids are members of our Writers' Club. Must show good dig citizenship in internal school site 1st. #globalclassroom ||
 * AnneMidd || 02:54 || Lots of disc right from Sept with dig. cit. but always time things happen. Don't run from it, use as teachable moment. #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:54 || I also limit what my 2nd graders can access. Even with filters a simple Google search could prove a little too educational! #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:55 || #globalclassroom we also weave digital citizenship into our daily work, use every opportunity to revisit this ||
 * blogjohn13 || 02:55 || RT @millerg6: Hey #globalclassroom. Just dropping in. I posted about our student blogs yesterday: http://t.co/ddaMxV1x ||
 * blogjohn13 || 02:55 || RT @RentonL: @MrsMorgansClass Agreed! When you see the validity of blogging with your students ... you FIND a way! #globalclassroom ||
 * tasteach || 02:55 || @bazhari2003 did your students create vokis and wildself at home then you added to blog? #globalclassroom ||
 * AnneMidd || 02:55 || @millerg6 @RobynThiessen This is a common word in my class. Taking ownership and being responsible. #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:55 || RT @krivett1: #globalclassroom we also weave digital citizenship into our daily work, use every opportunity to revisit this #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:55 || RT @AnneMidd: @millerg6 @RobynThiessen This is a common word in my class. Taking ownership and being responsible. #globalclassroom ||
 * 8rinaldi || 02:55 || We constantly talk, read and write about dig Citiz. starts on day 1 and continues all year. Very imp topic in our classes #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:56 || @blogjohn13 thanks for dropping in! #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:56 || #globalclassroom citizenship, self management and responsibility for own actions is also a part of our school ethos ||
 * RentonL || 02:56 || @krivett1 Agreed - discussion is ongoing-digital online safety, accountability, responsibility=even when no 1 is watching. #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:56 || Here is the link for our Kidblog - feel free to link to your blog. I will link back! #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:56 || RT @MrsMorgansClass: Here is the link for our Kidblog - feel free to link to your blog. I will link back! #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:56 || ooops - link would help http://t.co/EuAh9xzh ||
 * bazhari2003 || 02:56 || they did after I finished the class. I picked the the voki so we don't spend time to make it. #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:56 || RT @MrsMorgansClass: ooops - link would help http://t.co/EuAh9xzh ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:57 || RT @krivett1: #globalclassroom citiz, self management and responsibility for own actions is also a part of our school ethos #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:57 || It looks like we are nearing the end of of hour! It went so fast! #globalclassroom ||
 * millerg6 || 02:58 || A5. #globalclassroom IMO digital citizenship is lagging behind tech use in school. Must start in Kindergarten. Many teachers uncomfortable. ||
 * millerg6 || 02:58 || RT @AnneMidd: @millerg6 @RobynThiessen This is a common word in my class. Taking ownership and being responsible. #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:58 || #globalclassroom yup, backyard cricket with the neighbours is calling me! ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:58 || Thanks so much for taking the time to share. The chat will be in archives in a few days. #globalclassroom ||
 * bazhari2003 || 02:58 || here are links to our blog http://t.co/jTXcXmGh http://t.co/SZ59zqle www.the http://t.co/UQWViCq5 ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:58 || RT @millerg6: IMO digital citi is lagging behind tech use in school. Must start in K. Many teachers uncomfortable. #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:58 || @RobynThiessen What? It's OVER? Where did the TIME go? #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:59 || RT @bazhari2003: here are links to our blog http://t.co/xmjwOTEA http://t.co/LkOW1Vm6 www.the http://t.co/Lv6PLLHD #globalclassroom ||
 * JosePopoff || 02:59 || Oh man, I missed it! Have a great weekend everyone. #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 02:59 || My Google Presentation on Blogging: https://t.co/HXK57QD0 #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 02:59 || @RentonL I know, I am always surprised at how fast the hour goes! #globalclassroom ||
 * millerg6 || 02:59 || Our Kidblogs and others we comment on. http://t.co/f7pBiY8s #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 02:59 || @RobynThiessen @millerg6 If blogging became more common, and began younger in some areas ... that learning would b natural. #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 02:59 || #globalclassroom @JosePopoff keep looking on the wiki for global classroom and the next dates/times will appear soon. Read the archives too ||
 * RobynThiessen || 03:00 || RT @MrsMorgansClass: My Google Presentation on Blogging: https://t.co/sszPycM8 #globalclassroom ||
 * AnneMidd || 03:00 || Would like to connect gr 6/7 level to others. Here is their websites http://t.co/joMYBHt5 #globalclassroom ||
 * coffeechugbooks || 03:00 || #globalclassroom loving catching up on this chat! ||
 * RobynThiessen || 03:01 || RT @AnneMidd: Would like to connect gr 6/7 level to others. Here is their websites http://t.co/YqGjEJnw #globalclassroom ||
 * tasteach || 03:01 || register student blogs for the blogging challenge http://t.co/vyeJlus3 #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 03:01 || Have a great weekend everyone! Thanks again! #globalclassroom ||
 * Groups4Schools || 03:01 || RT @RobynThiessen: RT @AnneMidd: Would like to connect gr 6/7 level to others. Here is their websites http://t.co/Un4uC7lA #globalclassroom ||
 * tasteach || 03:01 || register class blogs for the challenge http://t.co/BCrHqLxI #globalclassroom ||
 * bazhari2003 || 03:01 || if you feel like connecting your class through skype, or blog feel free to contact me. Thank you everyone!! ||
 * RobynThiessen || 03:01 || RT @tasteach: register student blogs for the blogging challenge http://t.co/GYIleJvS #globalclassroom ||
 * AnneMidd || 03:01 || Thanks Robyn and others. #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 03:01 || @RobynThiessen Robyn - you did a FAB job!!! Thanks for moderating! #globalclassroom ||
 * Groups4Schools || 03:02 || RT @RentonL: @RobynThiessen Robyn - you did a FAB job!!! Thanks for moderating! #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 03:02 || @bazhari2003 would love to connect I'm robyn.thiessen2 on Skype #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 03:02 || Thanks for a great chat! Off to pick up teenagers from the movie and mall! #globalclassroom ||
 * teacherdiana1 || 03:02 || @RobynThiessen Thanks for inviting me Robyn! That was fantastic, so many great ideas and resources, thanks all! #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 03:02 || @RentonL thanks for all your support! You are a fabulous cheerleader! #globalclassroom ||
 * TGSWritersClub || 03:02 || Anyone interested in joining our Writers' Club can sign up here: http://t.co/m4oKxxvB #globalclassroom ||
 * tasteach || 03:03 || Robyn great job moderating and retweeting everything #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 03:03 || @RobynThiessen Have an amazing evening, Robyn! You've earned some COUCH time!!! #globalclassroom ||
 * 8rinaldi || 03:03 || @millerg6 Just mentioned our great read aloud project with your grade 6 and @CrystalLothian #globalclassroom ||
 * MrsMorgansClass || 03:03 || @MKB4E put the links to other class blogs on the sidebar and your kids and click, visit, read, and comment! #globalclassroom ||
 * TGSWritersClub || 03:04 || Particularly Canadians. We need Canadians. #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 03:04 || @tasteach thanks so much! ||
 * RobynThiessen || 03:05 || @TGSWritersClub can you send more info.? I can pass it on #globalclassroom ||
 * RobynThiessen || 03:05 || @RentonL thanks, night #globalclassroom ||
 * krivett1 || 03:05 || another gr8 #globalclassroom chat with @RobynThiessen leading the way! Make sure u read the archives if u missed it ||
 * Kim_J_Abraham || 03:05 || I enjoyed spying on your chat tonight. Thanks for great ideas to help kids! #globalclassroom ||
 * millerg6 || 03:05 || RT @8rinaldi: @millerg6 Just mentioned our great read aloud project with your grade 6 and @CrystalLothian #globalclassroom ||
 * TGSWritersClub || 03:06 || @RobynThiessen Some FAQs: http://t.co/vcf3w4KQ #globalclassroom ||
 * RentonL || 03:07 || @Kim_J_Abraham Think about hanging out next month ... always a great conversation during #globalclassroom chats! http://t.co/0k0VLkjc ||
 * RobynThiessen || 03:09 || RT @krivett1: another gr8 #globalclassroom chat with @RobynThiessen leading the way! Make sure u read the archives if u missed it ||
 * RobynThiessen || 03:12 || RT @TGSWritersClub: Particularly Canadians. We need Canadians. #globalclassroom ||
 * ValerieLeessd36 || 03:14 || “@RobynThiessen: RT @tasteach: register student blogs for the blogging challenge http://t.co/7Z4YjA1x #globalclassroom” #elemchat #engchat ||