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gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:00 PM EST

For the next hour my tweets will be abt #geniushour! Join us for our chat on this type of personalized inquiry and passion based learning!

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:01 PM EST

Hello all! Happy New Year! Welcome to the #geniushour chat! Let’s start by introducing ourselves! Who are you and where are you from?

ScesBen Jan 7 @ 9:02 PM EST

Ben, AP @SilverCityElem in Cumming, GA #geniushour

MrsCbeach Jan 7 @ 9:02 PM EST

Carrie Beach 8th grade science Arkansas #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:02 PM EST

@ScesBen @MrsCbeach so glad you are here! #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:03 PM EST

Special shout out to @mrsdkrebs, co-mod, who joins us all even so it is 4 AM where she lives! #geniushour

dubioseducator Jan 7 @ 9:03 PM EST

faige retired kinder teacher in Los Angeles #geniushour

RaRaPenguin Jan 7 @ 9:03 PM EST

Renee White 1st grade in Apex, NC #geniushour

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:04 PM EST

Actually, only 5:00 a.m.. Coming here from Bahrain. Second grade teacher. @gallit_z #geniushour

jcd118 Jan 7 @ 9:04 PM EST

#geniushour Jill NH librarian GH mentor grades 6-8 and now 2

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:04 PM EST

@dubioseducator @robynthiessen @rarapenguin -- awesome to see you regulars again this month!! #geniushour

dubioseducator Jan 7 @ 9:04 PM EST

@gallit_z @mrsdkrebs Wow! #geniushour A big thank you!

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:04 PM EST

@jcd118 wow grade 6-8 to grade 2...awesome! thanks for joining us today :) #geniushour

jcd118 Jan 7 @ 9:05 PM EST

@gallit_z missed several excited to be here thanks #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:05 PM EST

Q1: Today we're talking about mid-school yr struggles. But let’s start w/ what's gone well. What were your best #geniushour moments last yr?

jcd118 Jan 7 @ 9:06 PM EST

A1: implementing #geniushour w grade2 & #collaborating w their T

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:07 PM EST

A1: I was teaching uni for most of the last year, and was happy to see that #geniushour works for adults too! It was so great!

rachbath Jan 7 @ 9:07 PM EST

@gallit_z #geniushour At the end of the year allowing and trusting my students to produce a project and present at an exhibition

dubioseducator Jan 7 @ 9:07 PM EST

Going to be checking out your gr8 ideas so I can share w/colleagues & encourage more to do #geniushour

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:07 PM EST

Joy from IL - 7th gr ELA - love #geniushour! A1: Best moments? MY OWN learning about what did and didn't (always) work! :D

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:08 PM EST

@rachbath that is so great! Were their parents/other students at the exhibition? that is def a huge #geniushour win!

EpiphanyLaura Jan 7 @ 9:08 PM EST

#geniushour chat Laura Henderson from Milwaukee Wi glad to be here

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:08 PM EST

@JoyKirr oh! awesome... we are going to have to hear more about that! #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:09 PM EST

@RobynThiessen They planted a vertical garden? That's awesome! How? #geniushour

MrsCbeach Jan 7 @ 9:09 PM EST

A1 implemented GH last spring and had 5 teachers join me this fall after my experience #geniushour

RaRaPenguin Jan 7 @ 9:09 PM EST

A1: Well I just launched this year so that went very well (for a newbie). The research guide I made has worked very well too. #geniushour

ScesBen Jan 7 @ 9:09 PM EST

A1: We did full implementation in 4th and 5th grade and then had a Genius hour night! https://t.co/7250h20WC5 #geniushour

406teacher Jan 7 @ 9:09 PM EST

Hi all! Christine, 4th Grade, Montana sorry I am late #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:09 PM EST

@EpiphanyLaura Welcome Laura! Great to "see" you again :) #geniushour

dubioseducator Jan 7 @ 9:09 PM EST

This was so enlightening as I reflected for myself & w/kinders #geniushour Here everyone's learning takes place https://t.co/yqXpeAecTa

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:07 PM EST

Joy from IL - 7th gr ELA - love #geniushour! A1: Best moments? MY OWN learning about what did and didn't (always) work! :D

IBPBLJILL Jan 7 @ 9:09 PM EST

Jill C. Director Dual Lang PBL school Dallas, TX #geniushour

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:09 PM EST

A1: My #geniushour is working after school gr 3-5 in @imagination chapter. They want to be engineers and inventors. They love #making.

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:10 PM EST

@MrsCbeach That is awesome! How did you accomplish that?! #geniushour

jcd118 Jan 7 @ 9:10 PM EST

A1 reaching the one "unreachable" Ss #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:11 PM EST

@RaRaPenguin Is that somewhere where folks can check it out? can you share the link with us? #geniushour

PL4SPED Jan 7 @ 9:11 PM EST

#geniushour chat Scott Henderson Wisconsin

stangea Jan 7 @ 9:11 PM EST

A1.2: I didn't have #geniushour or #PBL for my students. Need to bring that back in. #saskedchat

rachbath Jan 7 @ 9:11 PM EST

@gallit_z as a k-12 school the audience was older & younger students, staff from all sreas of college, parents/caregivers & uni #geniushour

MrsCbeach Jan 7 @ 9:11 PM EST

I work in a very special place where a lot of us are trying new things and always sharing @JoyKirr #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:11 PM EST

@PL4SPED Happy to see you Scott! we are sharing successes from 2015 for Q1 #geniushour

RaRaPenguin Jan 7 @ 9:12 PM EST

A1: It also was a huge success having Ss be able to control their learning & product. Motivation! #geniushour

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:12 PM EST

Oh, my. I love this reply. Thank you, Carrie! @MrsCbeach #geniushour https://t.co/s9Zvs6sv18

MrsCbeach Jan 7 @ 9:11 PM EST

I work in a very special place where a lot of us are trying new things and always sharing @JoyKirr #geniushour

406teacher Jan 7 @ 9:13 PM EST

A1) Squeezing out the time to actually do #geniushour with S and being rewarded with S excitement to try something new!

MrsCbeach Jan 7 @ 9:13 PM EST

A1b Seeing increased participation from students in all aspects of class and deeper relationships with the kids #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:13 PM EST

Such a great opp for your students! #geniushour https://t.co/vZTegyIRlF

rachbath Jan 7 @ 9:11 PM EST

@gallit_z as a k-12 school the audience was older & younger students, staff from all sreas of college, parents/caregivers & uni #geniushour

rsscholze Jan 7 @ 9:13 PM EST

Rachel from Iowa City, MS/HS Soc. Studies, Currently Director of YM in Iowa City. Need to learn more about genius hr. #geniushour

RaRaPenguin Jan 7 @ 9:13 PM EST

It will be in @Wonderopolis #Wonder Ground coming out this Feb. Free stuff for Ed. #geniushour https://t.co/cdWmswiccx

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:11 PM EST

@RaRaPenguin Is that somewhere where folks can check it out? can you share the link with us? #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:13 PM EST

@IBPBLJILL thanks for joining! for Q1 we are sharing #geniushour successes!

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:14 PM EST

@rsscholze thanks for joining us :) #geniushour

mmedevries Jan 7 @ 9:14 PM EST

Hi #geniushour I teach gr 2/3 FI in Kamloops, BC

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:15 PM EST

So great when this happens! So motivating for our #geniushour students to see their work in the news/getting noticed https://t.co/zh1zaQQziU

ScesBen Jan 7 @ 9:11 PM EST

@gallit_z Yes! Our local newspaper did a piece on it!

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:15 PM EST

@mmedevries welcome! Q2 is coming up #geniushour

dubioseducator Jan 7 @ 9:16 PM EST

A1 Still encouraged by #geniushour being implemented by different classes & sharing what I "find" on Twitter, we have gr8 innovation center

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:16 PM EST

Q2: What are some of your mid-year #geniushour struggles? How have you dealt with them so far?

rsscholze Jan 7 @ 9:16 PM EST

Not sure about genius hr at all, but does it work for pretty much all levels of students? #geniushour

PL4SPED Jan 7 @ 9:17 PM EST

#geniushour chat anyone using genius hour to meet iep goals?

MrsCbeach Jan 7 @ 9:17 PM EST

A2 Several students who don't stick to their original plan or lose interest. How do you motivate or redirect them?? #geniushour

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:17 PM EST

@rsscholze YES! Check out the different ages teachers share info about here: https://t.co/UEhJ6hFzIx #geniushour

RobynThiessen Jan 7 @ 9:17 PM EST

@gallit_z with a pallet, screen and soil! And help! #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:17 PM EST

@rsscholze Yes! we have primary teachers and high school teachers on this very chat right now! I have also tried with uni sts #geniushour

jcd118 Jan 7 @ 9:18 PM EST

Q2 talked up having BYODinner ed evening & learning lunches to inspire Ss to continue and share discoveries w wider audience #geniushour

406teacher Jan 7 @ 9:18 PM EST

A2) keeping up with all the different projects and materials, I know.. poor me! #geniushour

mmedevries Jan 7 @ 9:18 PM EST

@gallit_z A2 #geniushour My struggle is deciding where to start?! #rookie

rsscholze Jan 7 @ 9:18 PM EST

@JoyKirr I have looked to your binders, especially last yr. Thanks. #geniushour

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:18 PM EST

Maybe we could look at IEP goals in a #geniushour light, @rehberclass... ?? https://t.co/Otujqu7cVo

PL4SPED Jan 7 @ 9:17 PM EST

#geniushour chat anyone using genius hour to meet iep goals?

RaRaPenguin Jan 7 @ 9:19 PM EST

A2: Having my 1st graders tell diff between a "Google" answer Q & a true research Q connected to real world issues. #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:19 PM EST

@mmedevries I suggest starting w/ inspiring videos: https://t.co/b4ALqgrIdr #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:19 PM EST

@RaRaPenguin I think this is something we all continue to struggle with--any tips on teaching questioning to youngsters? #geniushour

rsscholze Jan 7 @ 9:20 PM EST

@gallit_z Thanks. If I get my own classroom again next yr, would definitely try this as I learn more. #geniushour

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:20 PM EST

@rsscholze Yes, follow the work of @DonWettrick and @brookhouser for HS and read the blog of @dubioseducator for K. & all betw. #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:20 PM EST

@RaRaPenguin I wonder if folks think it is okay for primary students to start with googleable questions...what do you all think? #geniushour

MrsCbeach Jan 7 @ 9:20 PM EST

I found it was best just to close your eyes and jump @mmedevries @gallit_z #geniushour

dubioseducator Jan 7 @ 9:20 PM EST

#geniushour A2 concern where to store "stuff" And for collaborative projects who takes it home. My ks decided to take turns. Resourceful

RaRaPenguin Jan 7 @ 9:20 PM EST

A2: Also struggle w lack of tech to do research & proj. I just got a @DonorsChoose grant for 2 iPads! #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:20 PM EST

How do you all launch #geniushour? @mmedevries needs some tips :)

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:21 PM EST

@gallit_z @RaRaPenguin I wonder why early primary students need to do #geniushour... shouldn't so much of their time be similar to GH?

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:21 PM EST

@406teacher oh my goodness! this is something I struggle with too! #needtostaysuperorganized! #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:21 PM EST

@JoyKirr @RaRaPenguin Hmm...intersting point. I often say this when I present--K centres are like #geniushour all the time!

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:22 PM EST

@RaRaPenguin @DonorsChoose That's awesome news! #geniushour

jcd118 Jan 7 @ 9:22 PM EST

@gallit_z @RaRaPenguin we let 2nd go with passion to start will push "proper" question later. Want excitement and we got it #geniushour

dubioseducator Jan 7 @ 9:22 PM EST

So touched and honored @mrsdkrebs #geniushour Still sharing what I learn from all of you https://t.co/y6y8ooMdwK

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:20 PM EST

@rsscholze Yes, follow the work of @DonWettrick and @brookhouser for HS and read the blog of @dubioseducator for K. & all betw. #geniushour

MsMECarr Jan 7 @ 9:22 PM EST

I'm introducing #geniushour to my student teacher later in the month. Also bought the book! Now I just need time to read it!!!

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:22 PM EST

A2: I created this small (b2b) slip today for Friday's goal & Monday's #geniushour work/reflection time. https://t.co/kMg1kwzq0B

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:22 PM EST

Check out the grade level stories on the #geniushour @LiveBinders @rsscholze https://t.co/fdpN5hsNwC

406teacher Jan 7 @ 9:23 PM EST

@gallit_z @mmedevries I launch it with a dream day, I ask the ss What would you learn if you were in charge? #geniushour

RaRaPenguin Jan 7 @ 9:23 PM EST

Good to know! I try continually model & include Ss in decisions over Qs to pick better. Still hard. #geniushour https://t.co/HZz0iGwGlc

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:19 PM EST

@RaRaPenguin I think this is something we all continue to struggle with--any tips on teaching questioning to youngsters? #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:24 PM EST

Awesome! Lucky student teacher!! Link to the book--> https://t.co/OrGi1uoYw8 #geniushour https://t.co/6378hElIMD

MsMECarr Jan 7 @ 9:22 PM EST

I'm introducing #geniushour to my student teacher later in the month. Also bought the book! Now I just need time to read it!!!

dubioseducator Jan 7 @ 9:24 PM EST

@gallit_z @mmedevries Caine's Arcade, books, wonders #geniushour

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:24 PM EST

@jcd118 @gallit_z @RaRaPenguin I think it would be valuable w/older "partners," too. For the older AND younger students. #geniushour

HTheijsmeijer Jan 7 @ 9:24 PM EST

@gallit_z @mmedevries Here's how we started (and carried out) our first #geniushour last year: https://t.co/zIhI0caCTm Hope it helps!

MrsCbeach Jan 7 @ 9:25 PM EST

I also have a student teacher excited to get started. @MsMECarr #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:25 PM EST

Yes! My grade 6/7 students helped our K buddies...worked pretty well :) #geniushour https://t.co/rYx0Rzcozi

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:24 PM EST

@jcd118 @gallit_z @RaRaPenguin I think it would be valuable w/older "partners," too. For the older AND younger students. #geniushour

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:26 PM EST

Maybe they don't need to tell the difference at first. Can they see it when they try to answer the Q? @gallit_z @RaRaPenguin #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:26 PM EST

Materials. That can be a struggle. Advice from anyone? I ask them to bring in their own. Can be tough. #geniushour https://t.co/FjxxYLcm43

mkuensti Jan 7 @ 9:24 PM EST

@gallit_z materials. Getting them and having enough. Talking with Ss and holding them accountable. Talking at confs with Ps. @grant_media

mmedevries Jan 7 @ 9:27 PM EST

I wonder if T's struggle with the essential skills and being able to facilitate #geniushour and still meet them https://t.co/L6YxsYNkyS

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:21 PM EST

@gallit_z @RaRaPenguin I wonder why early primary students need to do #geniushour... shouldn't so much of their time be similar to GH?

jcd118 Jan 7 @ 9:27 PM EST

@JoyKirr @rehberclass @PL4SPED check out https://t.co/6hW9lJ536l we have awesome video of Ss there-met lots of goals #geniushour

dubioseducator Jan 7 @ 9:27 PM EST

@gallit_z @JoyKirr @RaRaPenguin Yes, sometimes focus, purpose & intent are clarified w/ #geniushour Old partner now sees tinker component

RobynThiessen Jan 7 @ 9:27 PM EST

@MsMECarr @gallit_z no sorry not on my phone but will send from my laptop later #geniushour

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:27 PM EST

All Qs are good. Some "Googleable" Qs answered in 2 secs. They can then pick another #geniushour Q that takes longer. @gallit_z @RaRaPenguin

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:28 PM EST

Q3: Will you change anything about #geniushour for the remainder of the school year? If so, what will you change?

RaRaPenguin Jan 7 @ 9:28 PM EST

Absolutely! @jdowning_wcpss in 5th at my school @LaurelParkElem have discussed doing this! 😊 #geniushour https://t.co/MBLv28D4Rg

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:24 PM EST

@jcd118 @gallit_z @RaRaPenguin I think it would be valuable w/older "partners," too. For the older AND younger students. #geniushour

EpiphanyLaura Jan 7 @ 9:28 PM EST

Love this. Gr8 way to demonstrate #modeling #geniushour https://t.co/QHuMe5c6Bk

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:25 PM EST
Yes! My grade 6/7 students helped our K buddies...worked pretty well :) #geniushour https://t.co/rYx0Rzcozi
- JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:24 PM EST
  
  @jcd118 @gallit_z @RaRaPenguin I think it would be valuable w/older "partners," too. For the older AND younger students. #geniushour

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:29 PM EST

A3: Blog post to parents going out next week to get them in to our classes this year - to have valuable 1:1 time with students! #geniushour

RaRaPenguin Jan 7 @ 9:30 PM EST

Yes many have had this prob & have to adjust their original Q or ask additional deeper Qs. #geniushour https://t.co/Sw8dwtKGEH

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:26 PM EST

Maybe they don't need to tell the difference at first. Can they see it when they try to answer the Q? @gallit_z @RaRaPenguin #geniushour

406teacher Jan 7 @ 9:30 PM EST

@gallit_z @mkuensti Put a list together and send the list of needs home to the families. Trash to treasure! #geniushour

jcd118 Jan 7 @ 9:30 PM EST

@gallit_z @mkuensti @grant_media working on fund & Ss have write grants to access - not there yet. Get donations exhibit nites #geniushour

dubioseducator Jan 7 @ 9:30 PM EST

@mrsdkrebs @gallit_z @RaRaPenguin My Ks would say can you google it, I would say, why don't we see what we can figure out first #geniushour

EpiphanyLaura Jan 7 @ 9:30 PM EST

#geniushour materials? ask local businesses. They have so much to donate, just ask.

MrsCbeach Jan 7 @ 9:30 PM EST

A3 We are redoing our questions because several have run their course (or ran off the rails 😉) #geniushour

mkuensti Jan 7 @ 9:31 PM EST

@gallit_z #geniushour we are going to try and get it done with our kindergarten buddies. Bridging the experience. @grant_media

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:31 PM EST

@MrsCbeach That can be meaningful learning...to see that sometimes we need to refocus ourselves/fine tune our questions...right? #geniushour

ScesBen Jan 7 @ 9:32 PM EST

A3: We want to connect what is being taught in non-#geniushour time to their passion projects! Show that what they are learning has meaning!

jcd118 Jan 7 @ 9:32 PM EST

A3 try make more time to conference w each Ss- hard w SO many. #geniushour

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:32 PM EST

@MrsCbeach Are they free to choose a new project when they "finish" with one in #geniushour?

MrsHeikes - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:33 PM EST

sorry I'm jumping in late! I just jumped in to genius hour this week! #geniushour

RaRaPenguin Jan 7 @ 9:33 PM EST

A3: Maybe let go even more & find ways to include more of the "have tos" w in it. Also try to collaborate w a higher grade! #geniushour

geniushour - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:33 PM EST

Any tips on how to make time for 1 on 1 conferences?? #geniushour https://t.co/Tdo9ExnSuR

jcd118 Jan 7 @ 9:32 PM EST

A3 try make more time to conference w each Ss- hard w SO many. #geniushour

MrsCbeach Jan 7 @ 9:33 PM EST

Life is a work in progress so I guess genius hour is too @gallit_z #geniushour

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

@geniushour @jcd118 I like to have half of the confs. one week, and half the next week - have some sort of system to keep track. #geniushour

christy_riggs Jan 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

Great idea for #geniushour! https://t.co/FaSvIlNNRd

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:22 PM EST

A2: I created this small (b2b) slip today for Friday's goal & Monday's #geniushour work/reflection time. https://t.co/kMg1kwzq0B

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

@MrsHeikes Glad you could join us! We are sharing our thoughts on what we might switch up this term! #geniushour

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

@ScesBen Has it begun to change the non- #geniushour hours to have more passion and choices for Ss? That's what I find happens.

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:35 PM EST

@christy_riggs Simple, yes? Just did this one today. I have a ton of other #geniushour (& rdg) goal sheets here: https://t.co/2MHi9UPl6N :)

EpiphanyLearn Jan 7 @ 9:35 PM EST

#geniushour don't hesitate to get edtech, local biz and community involved. #showcasegenius we love this stuff

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:35 PM EST

@PetermeMark Awesome! SO glad you are making #geniushour connections! So fun and meaningful for the kids!

ScesBen Jan 7 @ 9:35 PM EST

Yes! The trickle down effect is very powerful! #geniushour https://t.co/rhE0fsAqm8

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

@ScesBen Has it begun to change the non- #geniushour hours to have more passion and choices for Ss? That's what I find happens.

RaRaPenguin Jan 7 @ 9:36 PM EST

@mrsdkrebs I ❤️ the getting parents & community involved idea! Even @SkypeClassroom w a prof on their topic would be awesome! #geniushour

jcd118 Jan 7 @ 9:36 PM EST

@JoyKirr @geniushour totally diff model. Ss come during lunch/recess voluntarily so I have over 35 Ss coming MTh week #geniushour 6-8

dubioseducator Jan 7 @ 9:36 PM EST

A3 hoping to join my old kinder classroom to help them launch #geniushour This is first week back so soon I think

dubioseducator Jan 7 @ 9:37 PM EST

@JoyKirr @christy_riggs Will definitely share #geniushour

RESP3CTtheGAME Jan 7 @ 9:38 PM EST

@JoyKirr @gallit_z My really simple #geniushour planning sheet https://t.co/3atCDXrnf2 & GForm Ss reflection https://t.co/i8GFYNWNq3

MrsHeikes - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:38 PM EST

Where do you get donations for the materials your Ss need for projects?#geniushour

WolskiMr Jan 7 @ 9:39 PM EST

A very well deserved S/O to @JoyKirr as I am helping to spread the #geniushour #20time concept to my colleagues. You're amazing 🙏

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:39 PM EST

Question 4 is coming up....it was sent to me by a struggling #geniushour teacher.

EpiphanyLaura Jan 7 @ 9:39 PM EST

@gallit_z and I just spoke about students scheduling 1-on-1 #stdagency #iamME podcast. Anyone doing this? #geniushour

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:40 PM EST

@RESP3CTtheGAME @gallit_z BAM. Saved to Google Drive, Brian!! #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:40 PM EST

Q4: How do you, as a teacher, stay motivated/enthusiastic during #geniushour?

MrsCbeach Jan 7 @ 9:42 PM EST

A4. I love GH day it's like a day of play with everyone doing what they want. I also pick a project I can work on #geniushour

18YearOldModel Jan 7 @ 9:42 PM EST

RT https://t.co/zriI5ZH4TC Love this. Gr8 way to demonstrate #modeling #geniushour https://t.co/Umz0HhqY2W

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:25 PM EST
Yes! My grade 6/7 students helped our K buddies...worked pretty well :) #geniushour https://t.co/rYx0Rzcozi
- JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:24 PM EST
  
  @jcd118 @gallit_z @RaRaPenguin I think it would be valuable w/older "partners," too. For the older AND younger students. #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:42 PM EST

A4: These motivating videos can help us stay motivated, I think. https://t.co/71T3N5qOAy #geniushour

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:42 PM EST

A4: When I pass other classes w/teachers talking & kids' blank stares, I get re-motivated for #geniushour & students learning HOW to learn.

EduQuinn Jan 7 @ 9:42 PM EST

@gallit_z Would love to connect with this #geniushour teacher in order to learn more about his or her challenges

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:43 PM EST

@EduQuinn It was from the anonymous survey I sent out, so I don't know who sent in that Q. Sorry!! #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:43 PM EST

Lots of teachers are starting to do this! Their own #geniushour projects! I love it! https://t.co/no0lZi8FX8

MrsCbeach Jan 7 @ 9:42 PM EST

A4. I love GH day it's like a day of play with everyone doing what they want. I also pick a project I can work on #geniushour

RaRaPenguin Jan 7 @ 9:43 PM EST

A4: I find this one is not too hard. Most Ss are excited & motivated bc "their game"..they feel in charge. My job is coaching. #geniushour

dubioseducator Jan 7 @ 9:43 PM EST

#geniushour A4 with kinders their enthusiasm is contagious. Their questions, collaboration and wonder/wonderment just spurred me on

EduQuinn Jan 7 @ 9:44 PM EST

A4: Been thinking a lot about the importance of community partners. Mentors w/ expertise in Ss area can alleviate some #geniushour stress

WolskiMr Jan 7 @ 9:44 PM EST

@gallit_z A4 Students help by being curious and I push myself to do more with #geniushour

MrsCbeach Jan 7 @ 9:44 PM EST

Someone suggested it is modeling lifelong learning @gallit_z #geniushour

EpiphanyLaura Jan 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

Ask local #biz they love #geniushour but you or better std have to ask. #manufacture #tech biz luv #geniushour https://t.co/i63ezbxSLc

MrsHeikes - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:38 PM EST

Where do you get donations for the materials your Ss need for projects?#geniushour

EduQuinn Jan 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

@gallit_z If the #geniushour teacher who is struggling sees this & would like to chat, feel free to DM me.

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

I think this post by @mrsdkrebs might also help folks struggling: https://t.co/1JISN0iVgi (her article on awesome books) #geniushour

MrsHeikes - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

are there a lot of K-1 Ts doing GH across the world? #geniushour

MrsCbeach Jan 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

A4b I love GH days but am exhausted by the end every time #geniushour

dellwein Jan 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

@periscopetv Friday 6:45a CST re: school wide #geniushour #20time looking at successes and struggles #growthmindset #dtk12chat @JoyKirr

jcd118 Jan 7 @ 9:46 PM EST

A4 watching Ss interaction. Stop & look what's occurring. 1 Ss success makes a difference. #geniushour

mkuensti Jan 7 @ 9:46 PM EST

@gallit_z #geniushour the energy of the Ss drives me. Also my online feedback keeps me energized to support their work. @grant_media

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:46 PM EST

Definitely! But worth it :) RT @MrsCbeach A4b I love GH days but am exhausted by the end every time #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:46 PM EST

And this is why the #geniushour community is awesome!!!! https://t.co/KavUTVpw0r

EduQuinn Jan 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

@gallit_z If the #geniushour teacher who is struggling sees this & would like to chat, feel free to DM me.

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

Truth! After a day of #geniushour, brain is spinning! I'm glad we have ours on Mondays! https://t.co/xfAqm0tW25

MrsCbeach Jan 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

A4b I love GH days but am exhausted by the end every time #geniushour

WolskiMr Jan 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

@JoyKirr No problem...and I didn't know you were in #geniushour chat! Happy accident 🤗

RESP3CTtheGAME Jan 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

@JoyKirr @gallit_z Google Forms helps me keep all #geniushour projects organized & monitor progress. Check it out! https://t.co/gEf2DfQW9a

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

@MrsHeikes I don't have numbers, but I think so... #geniushour

rsscholze Jan 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

Do most people have genius hour one day a week? #geniushour

dubioseducator Jan 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

So many talk about student voice/choice Here in #geniushour is a wonderful beginning for that learning. For some difficult & foreign

406teacher Jan 7 @ 9:48 PM EST

A4: stay motivated by being honest with ss. " we need to energize this, we need fun" and tweek projects and expectations #geniushour

jcd118 Jan 7 @ 9:48 PM EST

@JoyKirr @MrsCbeach lol mine is everyday- perhaps that's what keeps me going #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:48 PM EST

Good advice! I think we all need to find a system to stay organized during #geniushour! https://t.co/3ZOqOsa0n9

RESP3CTtheGAME Jan 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

@JoyKirr @gallit_z Google Forms helps me keep all #geniushour projects organized & monitor progress. Check it out! https://t.co/gEf2DfQW9a

MrsCbeach Jan 7 @ 9:48 PM EST

Ours are Friday and I always head home and put my feet up @JoyKirr #geniushour

MrsHeikes - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:49 PM EST

My 1st thought after I introduced it was, where am I going to keep all the projects! A great problem to try and solve, right? #geniushour

nuriozturk_ Jan 7 @ 9:49 PM EST

Books That #GeniusHour Teachers Love #SixtyBooks https://t.co/mrlOBXlj4X

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:49 PM EST

@rsscholze I think so. For an hour or so...or for a block (high school 20% time) #geniushour

RaRaPenguin Jan 7 @ 9:49 PM EST

I can't speak for all my my colleague & I do. @LaurelParkElem @jdowning_wcpss #geniushour https://t.co/jO99YmNiyd

rsscholze Jan 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

Do most people have genius hour one day a week? #geniushour

pstolt1 Jan 7 @ 9:49 PM EST

@MrsCbeach sharing the wealth! #geniushour is contageous. https://t.co/rzD40GWXCc

MrsCbeach Jan 7 @ 9:09 PM EST

A1 implemented GH last spring and had 5 teachers join me this fall after my experience #geniushour

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:49 PM EST

Gotta find a way to organize #geniushour that works for you. Check out @RESP3CTtheGAME's system here! https://t.co/gztCzWxoJl

RESP3CTtheGAME Jan 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

@JoyKirr @gallit_z Google Forms helps me keep all #geniushour projects organized & monitor progress. Check it out! https://t.co/gEf2DfQW9a

MrsCbeach Jan 7 @ 9:50 PM EST

We do it every other Friday @rsscholze #geniushour

dubioseducator Jan 7 @ 9:50 PM EST

#geniushour When I was in the classroom it wasn't a set schedule but when we had bigger blocs of time to let kinders really delve into it

nuriozturk_ Jan 7 @ 9:50 PM EST

What is Genius Hour? Introduction to #GeniusHour in the Classroom https://t.co/GdYqc8p3W9

rsscholze Jan 7 @ 9:50 PM EST

Thanks. #geniushour https://t.co/qBHNOFh1d0

RaRaPenguin Jan 7 @ 9:49 PM EST
I can't speak for all my my colleague & I do. @LaurelParkElem @jdowning_wcpss #geniushour https://t.co/jO99YmNiyd
- rsscholze Jan 7 @ 9:47 PM EST
  
  Do most people have genius hour one day a week? #geniushour

EduQuinn Jan 7 @ 9:50 PM EST

@JoyKirr Or scenarios like this! One of the best edu images ever. Always ignights my #geniushour & #20time https://t.co/W43RCktAef

jcd118 Jan 7 @ 9:50 PM EST

@MrsHeikes my desk and storage now belongs to #geniushour today it was the recording studio!

mmedevries Jan 7 @ 9:51 PM EST

I'd love a peek into a #geniushour session for primary Ss. Anyone have video?

EpiphanyLaura Jan 7 @ 9:51 PM EST

#geniushour if anything this time of year is contagious - let's make it enthusiasm! #passionatelearners https://t.co/75ApX3xu9A

dubioseducator Jan 7 @ 9:43 PM EST

#geniushour A4 with kinders their enthusiasm is contagious. Their questions, collaboration and wonder/wonderment just spurred me on

KMHundt Jan 7 @ 9:52 PM EST

Yes yes!! #geniushour https://t.co/s3IkgrU6yd

RESP3CTtheGAME Jan 7 @ 9:52 PM EST

@JoyKirr Love my Ss' #geniushour questions & topics this year. I am learning so much from them. Our reward at the end of each week!

dubioseducator Jan 7 @ 9:52 PM EST

@EduQuinn @JoyKirr Need to know more #geniushour Can't stop chuckling

rsscholze Jan 7 @ 9:53 PM EST

Thanks for all the suggestions, and ideas tonight. Lost of things to look into. Sounds like an awesome thing. #geniushour.

EduQuinn Jan 7 @ 9:53 PM EST

@JoyKirr It's the UK jackpot of students bored w/ politicians #geniushour https://t.co/UUWSQwTOCf

jcd118 Jan 7 @ 9:53 PM EST

A4 Alumni GH Ss trying to implement #geniushour in her private school coming back to me tor w me- 9th grader!!! #keepsmemotivated

EpiphanyLaura Jan 7 @ 9:53 PM EST

Thanks #geniushour for my first live chat. It was fun, saved lots of resources and made connections. #success

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:54 PM EST

@EpiphanyLaura so glad you could join us! #geniushour

KMHundt Jan 7 @ 9:54 PM EST

A4: my kids in the drivers' seat... How can I NOT stay motivated and inspired!? 😊 #geniushour #voiceandchoice

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:54 PM EST

Q5: Lots of folks have had success w/ reaching out to experts & students find this really motivating. Have you tried this? #geniushour

EduQuinn Jan 7 @ 9:55 PM EST

@mmedevries How young? My adviser @jcoiro talks something similar to #geniushour called an inquiry basket w/ K-2 students.

dubioseducator Jan 7 @ 9:55 PM EST

Thank you all #geniushour @gallit_z @mrsdkrebs Inspired by your enthusiasm & hard work on behalf of students! Wishing you all a good 2016

EpiphanyLearn Jan 7 @ 9:55 PM EST

#geniushour chat and gr8teachers sharing ideas. Thanks for letting us participate. We are #humbled.

WolskiMr Jan 7 @ 9:56 PM EST

@gallit_z A5: Yes I make the HS students contact someone outside of school. Wildly successful #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:56 PM EST

Do you help or on own?RT @WolskiMr @gallit_z A5: Yes I make the HS students contact someone outside of school. Wildly successful #geniushour

jcd118 Jan 7 @ 9:57 PM EST

Q5 have had little success so empowered Ss by making them experts to Ts & younger #geniushour Ss

MrsCbeach Jan 7 @ 9:57 PM EST

A5 I have faculty members who have served as experts for my kids but haven't taken it out of the building #geniushour

EduQuinn Jan 7 @ 9:57 PM EST

@gallit_z Really love what @dayankee & @melissahellwig4 do to address this issue re #experts & #geniushour / #20time (1/2)

406teacher Jan 7 @ 9:57 PM EST

A5) I reached out via experts blogs, twitter accts and pinterest posts #PLN #geniushour

WolskiMr Jan 7 @ 9:58 PM EST

@gallit_z I suggest and offer ideas and encourage them to think BIG: NASA FBI Ford GM... #geniushour

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:58 PM EST

Going to self-promote in my next tweet, as I'm heading to bed. TY, @gallit_z & @mrsdkrebs, as always! #geniushour https://t.co/1gnuNyQ03M

EpiphanyLaura Jan 7 @ 9:58 PM EST

Please share pics. Can't what to see. #geniushour https://t.co/xRzwhEctIA

mcnairan3 Dec 29 @ 10:35 PM EST

Worked on new room tonight. Designing entire space w/ #geniushour in mind. Can't wait to show it off! Working on giant Rubik's cube now.

EduQuinn Jan 7 @ 9:58 PM EST

@gallit_z After #geniushour pitch day & research phase, students do science fair type day to talk about initial learning. Open to community

ScesBen Jan 7 @ 9:59 PM EST

This is going to be an awesome experience! Come one, come all! #forsythpln #tlap #geniushour #Edcamp #COLchat https://t.co/aIWHbPHCn9

MmeBurgess Jan 7 @ 9:57 PM EST

One last plug for #edcampforsyth before #forsythpln chat ends & I go walk my puppy! Happening on 2.6.16 at Lambert, 9-1. Check it out!

JoyKirr - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:59 PM EST

I'm hosting #geniushour workshops in the IL area: 1/23 in Waukegan - https://t.co/SqbNhuCrk9 & 2/24 in St. Charles - https://t.co/i40WSRQ2VX

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 9:59 PM EST

Thank you all so much for participating in our monthly #geniushour chat! It is always so great to hear from great tchers! Join us next month

KMHundt Jan 7 @ 9:59 PM EST

@jcd118 smart thinking! My 6th graders would certainly have something to offer to younger Ss #geniushour

EduQuinn Jan 7 @ 9:59 PM EST

@gallit_z If students didn't have an "expert" or mentor before that day, almost all have one by the end. Even admin are mentors! #geniushour

WolskiMr Jan 7 @ 9:59 PM EST

Sorry #geniushour peeps...Michael Wolski Mentor High School....kinda fell into your chat 😃😎👊

MrsCbeach Jan 7 @ 10:00 PM EST

Thanks for the great chat!! Hope I remember next month 😀#geniushour

RaRaPenguin Jan 7 @ 10:00 PM EST

A5: I haven't tried yet but ❤️ to! Suggestions? We made connection w @Buncee bc my Ss ❤️ to present w them & they're awesome! #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 10:00 PM EST

Thx to co-mod, @mrsdkrebs, for posting archive on https://t.co/1rRCdPoKN8 & thx to @joykirr for behind the scenes help always! #geniushour

KMHundt Jan 7 @ 10:00 PM EST

@MrsCbeach good idea!! I want to get better at having my Ss have mentors, but it's seemed overwhelming to think so big. #geniushour

gallit_z - Moderator Jan 7 @ 10:01 PM EST

The hour always flies by! Thank you all! Have a wonderful night! Be sure to chk out https://t.co/1rRCdPoKN8 4 lots of #geniushour info!

jcd118 Jan 7 @ 10:01 PM EST

@KMHundt and Ts!!! #geniushour

participatelrn Jan 7 @ 10:01 PM EST

Every bit of genius and all resources shared just now at #geniushour https://t.co/bzyIPGMUDR Transcripts + link to all resources @gallit_z

EduQuinn Jan 7 @ 10:01 PM EST

@mmedevries Here are a few slides where @jcoiro uses to explain the process. I will try to find a text https://t.co/hj3OOKtKLL #geniushour

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Jan 7 @ 10:01 PM EST

Thanks, everyone! Great job, @gallit_z, moderating and making everyone feel welcome and heard here at #geniushour. Good night, all!

jcd118 Jan 7 @ 10:01 PM EST

@gallit_z @mrsdkrebs @JoyKirr you guys keep me going and growing. Pebble dropped in lake effect thx!! #geniushour

MrsHeikes - Moderator Jan 7 @ 10:02 PM EST

Thank you everyone! #geniushour

WolskiMr Jan 7 @ 10:03 PM EST

@gallit_z Thanks for allowing me to barge in....you guys rock! #geniushour

KMHundt Jan 7 @ 10:03 PM EST

@RaRaPenguin I'm in same boat... Can you tell me more about @Buncee ?? #geniushour

RaRaPenguin Jan 7 @ 10:03 PM EST

#geniushour Thanks so much for a great first chat of 2016 @gallit_z @mrsdkrebs @JoyKirr !😀👏🏽

jcd118 Jan 7 @ 10:04 PM EST

Check out #geniushour chat #edchatpes https://t.co/LTCmCfcfjz

participatelrn Jan 7 @ 10:01 PM EST

Every bit of genius and all resources shared just now at #geniushour https://t.co/bzyIPGMUDR Transcripts + link to all resources @gallit_z

406teacher Jan 7 @ 10:05 PM EST

Thanks for inspiration #geniushour @gallit_z @mrsdkrebs I will tweet you if I remember @MrsCbeach!! Have a great month all

EduQuinn Jan 7 @ 10:05 PM EST

@mmedevries Happy to help #geniushour https://t.co/05gey6Uxje

mkuensti Jan 7 @ 10:06 PM EST

@gallit_z #geniushour used Twitter to reach zoologist in StL and San Diego. Also a local meteorologist gave a tour to a S @KentonGewecke

KMHundt Jan 7 @ 10:06 PM EST

Wish I was in for the whole hour! You all inspire, excite, and motivate me so much!!! Thanks 😊 #geniushour

mkuensti Jan 7 @ 10:07 PM EST

@gallit_z used @grantschoolart to help a student form her presentation. #geniushour @grant_media

mmedevries Jan 7 @ 10:09 PM EST

If any #geniushour Ts want to have Ss showcase their GH work through #FaceTime or #skype to some CDN Ss. I'm in!😉

mrsdkrebs - Moderator Jan 7 @ 10:19 PM EST

Chat archive is ready for #geniushour "Overcoming Mid-year Struggles" https://t.co/GQhUBuKwiD

tonya_nc Jan 7 @ 10:28 PM EST

Overheard today as a first grader was working hard: "I'm a genius!" #geniushour #makered #love #nced #pride