Living On The Edge of Chaos

Topics We Explore1:20 - Who is Jacqueline Russell2:00 - Exploring MakeCode4:30 - micro:bit update to hardware coming November5:00 - Using micro:bit in remote environments8:30 - What is difference between micro:bit and Raspberry Pi and Arduino?11:47 - Going through the updates of new micro:bit18:45 - How to access block coding, Javascript, and Python19:30 - More features of the micro:bit28:30 - Using the micro:bit simulator for remote and hybrid teaching31:30 - Connecting micro:bit with arcade shield to use as game cartridgeYour challengeComplete the Learning Pathway – https://sites.google.com/view/firepd/stem-cs-makerspace/the-new-microbit

Topics We Explore1:40 - Who is Mark Sparvell?3:49 - What is some of current research and ideas in the field of SEL across the globe?10:30 - What can we do for the legit concern of educator burnout with all the pressures in schools?18:00 - How do we integrate SEL that does not feel fake or forced?25:40 - The importance of collective efficacy, isolation, and trying to find ways to come together.33:15 - How does one get started to create legitimate changes or improvements in SEL?40:36 - How do we produce first class humans and not second class robots?Your challengeComplete the Learning Pathway – https://sites.google.com/view/firepd/session-5/sel-with-mark-sparvell

Listener Participation.Option 1: Head to the bottom of this post and leave a replyOption 2: Email me at aarmau (at) gmail (dot) comTopics We Explore1:30 - Who is Scott McLeod?3:30 - What are schools doing to find success in this hybrid, online, and F2F teaching?8:30 - How do we begin to tackle engagement when it is more important than ever before?13:50 - Why we need to do less, not more! 20:00 - How do we blend the online, hybrid, F2F worlds into one cohesive thought process, lesson planning, etc.?25:30 - How do we make better use of the live time we have with our students whether that is in person or through a screen? Your challengeComplete the Learning Pathway - https://sites.google.com/view/firepd/session-5/scott-mcleod

Listener Participation.Option 1: Head to the bottom of this post and leave a replyOption 2: Email me at aarmau (at) gmail (dot) comTopics We ExploreWhy is Flipgrid such a wonderful tool for educators to consider using?How is Kerry-Ann using Flipgrid to help manage the hybrid teaching?How can a teacher use Flipgrid for assessment?What are some ways to integrate Flipgrid with other tools such as Wakelet?How does Kerry-Ann handle all the videos and organizing time and energy to review and give feedback?19:00 - The power of taking small steps in our learning23:00 - Final thoughts from Kerry-Ann Here is the video version if you prefer videohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rr70UzUq3WI&feature=youtu.beYour challengeComplete the Flipgrid Learning Pathway - https://sites.google.com/view/firepd/session-3/flipgrid

Listener Participation.Option 1: Head to the bottom of this post and leave a replyOption 2: Email me at aarmau (at) gmail (dot) comTopics We ExploreLearning Outcomes Understand the science and research about online teaching and learningApply the concepts of F2F teaching to online/hybridEngage students in exploring their curiosityDevelop lessons to move our thinking to deeper connection What I will DO in this module:Watch/listen to the conversation with Doug BergmanAnswer the questions provided to engage in the learningComplete challenge 1 or 2 or bothShare your findings with other educators Your challengeCome join the learning here – https://sites.google.com/view/firepd/session-4/teaching-strategies-for-online

Listener Participation.Option 1: Head to the bottom of this post and leave a replyOption 2: Email me at aarmau (at) gmail (dot) comTopics We Explore Learning OutcomesDifferentiate between planning for various modes of engagement, representation, and expression, with a focus on engagement.Provide choice and autonomy in order to promote expectations and beliefs that optimize motivation.Design for engagement in both synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences.Design intra/interpersonal routines to foster behaviors for engagement. What I will DO in this module: Explore how Flipgrid works for both synchronous and asynchronous teaching and learningCreate a sample activity to create engagement within a lessonUnderstand how to access the data to use to determine needs of studentsRevise an existing lesson to add layers of engagementQuestions to ConsiderIs there something missing in your online aspect of teaching that you wish you could get more engagement, student voice, and understanding of student thinking?What have you tried that has worked/not worked to gain a better understanding of student understanding of content, their headspace, and overall well being?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v5EyCE-KrG0Your challengeCome join the learning here – https://sites.google.com/view/firepd/session-3/flipgrid

Topics We Explore5:30 Why wonder is so important? How did Jason create wonder in museum settings and convert that to online spaces?6:30 What is the illusion of knowledge?8:00 How does the right question change everything?11:00 When does a revolutionary idea start off popular?14:30 What is process to creating magic and wonder?16:20 Magic is everything we don’t understand19:00 How do we organize the process to create a need to know?(applying magic to all teaching practices)28:00 How you can apply these concepts even if you don’t consider yourself a “magician”?38:00 Take on a challenge and learn magic to experience the power of wonder!42:30 Look around to see how the message of Jason is exactly what the world needs!44:30 Where to learn more about Impossible Science and what is to come48:00 Why  “I don’t know” is not a wrong answer, but the foundation to all scienceYour challengesCome join the learning here – https://sites.google.com/view/firepd/session-3/magic-illusion-of-knowledge

Learning OutcomesExamine impact of social isolation/stress/health/safety needs, interruption of basic needs.Identify self-care activities to support well-being for self .Recognize when additional support is needed.What I will DO in this module:Watch/listen to conversation with Dr. DillonConsider where in your current system needs an update/upgradeUtilize resource documents to choose one strategy to experiement on your process.Report findings to the groupQuestions to ConsiderHow has your routine changed? What is your new routine for these new times?What is your morning routine?What is your evening routine to create hard stops from work? What are you doing to ensure restful sleep?How could you possibly restructure some of your online calls/meetings with students?What are your strategies to bring everyone back together to ensure no misunderstanding is happening before having students work independently?How are you creating schedule for a brain break during the day?How have you created spaces or zones for learning vs. personal vs. entertainment vs. rest?https://youtu.be/4qZhTmlKrPsYour challengeCome join the learning here – https://sites.google.com/view/firepd/session-3/self-care-space

Listener Participation.Option 1: Head to the bottom of this post and leave a replyOption 2: Email me at aarmau (at) gmail (dot) comTopics We Explore Learning OutcomesIdentify Core FourEstablish understanding of reserch on what workApply the new knowledge What I will DO in this module:Determine your Core FourChoose one of four challenges to apply the insights from the sessino to your teaching.Share new learning with collegaues.Questions to Consider How do I need to change my mindset about online/hybrid teaching and learning?Do I have my Core Four figured out as a teacher? School? District?What do I need to improve in my recorded teaching lessons?How has the role of student changed in hybrid/online learning?What are the skills that students need for when the boss is not watching?Why live teaching through online platforms does not work?When you are ready to teach, how many students are ready to learn? Your challengeCome join the learning here – https://sites.google.com/view/firepd/session-2/core-four

Listener Participation.Option 1: Head to the bottom of this post and leave a replyOption 2: Email me at aarmau (at) gmail (dot) comTopics We Explore Learning OutcomesIdentify role of teacherProcess how to incorporate 3 types of interactionFigure out what is in your toolbox What I will DO in this module:Watch a conversation with Michele Eaton about strengthening our teaching practice.Reflect on some internal questions about your practiceEngage in dialogue with other educators about the issues you are facing.Accept and complete the challenge! Questions to ConsiderHow can we get started with blended learning in this new world of teaching and learning environments?What is your most important role as an educator when you are "live" with your students?When designing your lessons are you including three types of interactionStudent to StudentStudent to TeacherStudent to ContentHow does proximity to learning impact academic honesty?Where do we start in the lesson plans?Why can online learning has the potential to be incredibly powerful and personalized?Why is it important to simpify and use only a few tools? Your challengeCome join the learning here – https://sites.google.com/view/firepd/session-2/strengthen