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February 25, 2010
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12:46 am
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studymentor:
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having a break from computer before #ptchat starts. Washing or TV...hmm |
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1:05 am
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readtoday:
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RT @Parentella: The topic for tonight's #ptchat: How do we move forward in creating & raising global students? Join us tonight @ 9pmEST! We r causing change |
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1:07 am
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readtoday:
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I will be joining #ptchat tonight. Love hearing what parents and teachers have to say;-) |
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1:11 am
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readtoday:
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The Dept of Education Innovation Portal is working today. Post your innovation! http://bit.ly/cduZtQ #ptchat #education #edtech |
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1:38 am
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Parentella:
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Tonight, we will learn from a school that is making a huge difference. http://bit.ly/QKbQz A great role model for change #PTChat #vanmeter |
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1:48 am
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Parentella:
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@DeronDurflinger is a Secondary Principal at Van Meter Schools in Iowa. This is the 2nd school that he has a part of that has. #PTChat (1/3) |
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1:49 am
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Parentella:
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Moved to 1-1 envmt.His passion is to move away from the factory model developed over 100 years ago to a more relevant system. #PTChat (2/3) |
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1:50 am
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Parentella:
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Be there to learn how @DeronDurlinger is living change. How to raise global students--> He has some great answers. #PTChat |
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1:52 am
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Parentella:
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@DeronDurflinger is only going to be there for the chat held at 9 EST. If you knew more, would you want it for your kids? #PTChat |
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1:57 am
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Parentella:
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I hope you'll join us in 4 minutes for #ptchat. @DeronDurflinger will b joining shortly after we begin. Chatting re:raising global students |
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1:59 am
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soapdivine:
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RT @Parentella: I hope you'll join us in 4 minutes for #ptchat. @DeronDurflinger will b joining shortly after we begin. Chatting re:raising global students |
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1:59 am
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cybraryman1:
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I hope Deron has his daughter participating in #ptchat |
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2:00 am
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Parentella:
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#ptchat |
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2:00 am
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Parentella:
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Welcome to this week's #ptchat! Join us as we discuss how we can raise global citizens. -AH |
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2:02 am
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Parentella:
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@aleaness So glad you enjoyed it! Aparna is pretty amazing! Thanks so much for joining us. #ptchat |
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2:03 am
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studymentor:
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RT @Parentella: Welcome to this week's #ptchat! Join us as we discuss how we can raise global citizens. -AH |
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2:03 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@cybraryman1 She would love to but she is heading to bed:) maybe next time #ptchat |
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2:05 am
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Parentella:
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Parenthood.com offers some light, easy to follow suggestions on raising global citizens. http://cot.ag/aVn5kz -AH #ptchat |
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2:06 am
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cybraryman1:
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I think it is important for our students to be aware of what is going on in the world by listening to or reading news items #ptchat |
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2:06 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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#ptchat I think one key to raising global citizens is to provide opportunities for students to connect with other stdts/learners globally |
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2:07 am
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readtoday:
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Could someone define "global citizen" for me? #ptchat |
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2:07 am
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Parentella:
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As parents we try to be ever aware of how our words affect our children's outlook on the world. #ptchat |
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2:07 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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#ptchat it is a combination of being aware of global issues and contributing solutions to those issues. We must empower students |
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2:07 am
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Parentella:
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@readtoday What does it mean to you? #PTChat |
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2:08 am
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hadleyjf:
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Agree RT @DeronDurflinger:1 key to raising global citizens - provide opportunities for students to connect w/ stdts/learnrs globally #ptchat |
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2:08 am
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Parentella:
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@cybraryman1 At what age do u think this appropriate? We allow our daughter to watch the news, but have caught a lot of flack. #ptchat |
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2:09 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@Parentella Our role as parents is critical in any learning. Parents attitudes have a huge impact on how and what kids think #ptchat |
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2:09 am
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ApsatParentella:
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@DeronDurflinger I am very intrigued by your school. How does 1-1 learning work? #PTChat |
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2:10 am
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Parentella:
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@DeronDurflinger Agreed. our Children pick up everything we put out there in daily life. #ptchat |
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2:10 am
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cybraryman1:
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As a parent and teacher I talked about news events with my children/students and eased any fears or worries. #ptchat |
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2:10 am
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Parentella:
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@hadleyjf Hi there! Good to see you this evening. Thanks for joining us! #ptchat |
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2:10 am
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Parentella:
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Please welcome @DeronDurflinger to our chat tonight! He is making great strides in moving edu into the 21st Century. -AH #ptchat |
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2:11 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@ApsatParentella #vanmeter is committed to empowering kids to THINK LEAD & SERVE 1:1 is a tool to help our kids do those things #PTChat |
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2:11 am
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Parentella:
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@DeronDurflinger Is it possible to explain what 1:1 is? For thos who may not know? #ptchat |
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2:12 am
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readtoday:
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I think travel is very important. It is important for children to go places where people don't speak English #ptchat |
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2:12 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@ApsatParentella 1:1 allows students to connect with educators and students globally. We want our students to develop their own PLNs #PTChat |
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2:12 am
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Parentella:
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@cybraryman1 Agreed. We have always allowed & involved our daughter in world events. #ptchat |
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2:13 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@Parentella @cybraryman1 Agreed we need to allow kids to be a part of the discussion.#ptchat |
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2:13 am
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Parentella:
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@readtoday Agreed. Even virtual travel can be important and valuable for children who are unable to travel physically. #ptchat |
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2:14 am
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Parentella:
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As parents we are always looking for ways to expand our childrens global knowledge and acceptance. #ptchat |
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2:15 am
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soapdivine:
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@readtoday Travel if possible, yes. For those that it may not be possible, the world can come to the student via technology. G' idea #ptchat |
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2:15 am
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Parentella:
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What can parents do to help educators create global students? -AH #ptchat |
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2:15 am
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helainebecker:
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FGS chill! RT: @Parentella As parents we try to be ever aware of how our words affect our children's outlook on the world. #ptchat |
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2:16 am
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ainsliehunter:
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the old adage on "a village raises a child" really takes on a whole new meaning now #ptchat |
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2:16 am
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studymentor:
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the old adage on "a village raises a child" really takes on a whole new meaning now #ptchat |
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2:16 am
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readtoday:
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There are culturally rich areas of every city that give children a taste of the larger world #ptchat |
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2:16 am
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soapdivine:
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@Parentella Hopefully students are encouraged by educators to share their experiences w/ global awareness. #ptchat |
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2:17 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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#PTChat the thing to think about the 1:1 program is that it provides the tools needed to connect but the key is we must think differently |
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2:17 am
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Parentella:
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@ainsliehunter Indeed it does, but what about the children who r raised in intollerant communities? #ptchat |
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2:17 am
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cybraryman1:
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Take children to museums, foreign restaurants, ethnic neighborhoods, festivals, etc. will help them learn about other cultures #ptchat |
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2:18 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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I have a colleague that is basically homeschooling world history because there's so little of it in American education #ptchat |
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2:18 am
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Parentella:
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@DeronDurflinger What types of tools? How can educators learn more? #ptchat |
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2:18 am
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readtoday:
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This book called "growing up global" looks good http://bit.ly/983E5h #ptchat |
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2:19 am
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studymentor:
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globally aware chn are more than just spectators of world views, they participate,and involved in thinking, helping and #ptchat |
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2:19 am
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Parentella:
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DD spent an hour chatting w/Italian foreign exchange student, she & I learned more re: Italy than I had my entire life. #ptchat |
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2:19 am
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ESLlibrary:
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What can parents do to help educators create global students? #ptchat (RT @Parentella) they need to expand their language knowledge |
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2:20 am
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BrandonFrame:
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@readtoday What is the #ptchat about? I see you are contributing some good things. |
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2:20 am
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Parentella:
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@DeronDurflinger Amazing. What a wonderful experience to have the opportunity to use technology when it might not be available... #ptchat |
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2:20 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@Parentella There are so many free tools that allow kids to become global citizens. Skype, Nings, Twitter,etc. free networking tools #ptchat |
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2:20 am
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ApsatParentella:
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@DeronDurflinger I think you're living different wrt schools! Your school is the first I've heard of with the 1-1 program. #PTChat |
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2:20 am
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Parentella:
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@ESLlibrary Their language knowledge? Yes, agreed..but how else? #ptchat |
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2:21 am
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ApsatParentella:
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@DeronDurflinger I think the 1-1 model is truly a move towards students of the 21st century with the world at their fingertips. #PTChat |
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2:21 am
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hadleyjf:
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Finding people to skype with can open the world to students #ptchat |
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2:21 am
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soapdivine:
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@aprilabtbalance We supplement and then we supplement some more. As a parent, this is an avenue I can support for my children. #ptchat |
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2:21 am
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hadleyjf:
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RT @aprilabtbalance: Are there sites where parents would feel safe letting their children connect with other children worldwide? #ptchat |
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2:21 am
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soapdivine:
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RT @DeronDurflinger: @Parentella There are so many free tools that allow kids to become global citizens. Skype, Nings, Twitter,etc. free networking tools #ptchat |
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2:21 am
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Parentella:
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What advice do you have to fighting global sterotypes? #ptchat |
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2:21 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@ApsatParentella There are 12 in IA and hundreds nationally. Really it is a shame all students don't have access. System is flawed #PTChat |
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2:22 am
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ApsatParentella:
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@BrandonFrame #PTchat is parent teacher chat. we bring parents and teachers together as stakeholders to change Edu, discuss topics #PTChat |
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2:22 am
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hadleyjf:
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RT @cybraryman1: Take ch. to museums, foreign restaurants, ethnic neighborhoods, festivals will help them learn about other cultures #ptchat |
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2:22 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance: Are there sites where parents would feel safe letting their children connect with other children worldwide? #ptchat |
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2:22 am
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samsanator:
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RT @readtoday: There are culturally rich areas of every city that give children a taste of the larger world #ptchat |
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2:23 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@Parentella @ApsatParentella for example our students have skyped with educators in New Zealand, Canada, NY, NJ...and many more #PTChat |
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2:23 am
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ESLlibrary:
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#ptchat knowledge of different languages increases & promotes global awareness in children |
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2:23 am
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HighImpactMom:
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RT @ApsatParentella: #PTchat is parent teacher chat. we bring parents & teachers 2gether as stakeholders 2 change Edu,discuss topics #PTChat |
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2:23 am
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ApsatParentella:
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@DeronDurflinger I agree. What has been the response and the pushback? After all, it is a change away from 100 years of habit. #PTChat |
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2:23 am
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readtoday:
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My favorite Professor V made a few comments about global focus today so I am going to share them with the group #PTChat |
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2:24 am
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cybraryman1:
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Schools like ones in Van Meter 1:1 can connect students worldwide which is a great global learning experience. #ptchat |
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2:24 am
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studymentor:
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global stereotypes can only be broken down by learning and listening #ptchat |
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2:24 am
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hadleyjf:
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RT @aleaness: I would love to find a teacher in Iran to connect with. If anyone can help, please let me know #ptchat |
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2:24 am
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Parentella:
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@DeronDurflinger Amazing, our daughter would love to have that opportunity. For me I can just imagine how much she could learn! -AH #ptchat |
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2:24 am
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ApsatParentella:
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@aleaness I am sure we can help you with that. (@shellterell is a whiz. I am sure she can help you with that. #PTChat |
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2:24 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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#PTChat #vanmeter has connected with several schools in IA to teach spanish hoping to connect with Spanish speaking students soon. |
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2:24 am
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readtoday:
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RT @ileducprof: Racial/ethnic minorities in the U.S. must stop comparing themselves to Whites in U.S. and focus globally. #ptchat |
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2:24 am
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Parentella:
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RT @aleaness: I would love to find a teacher in Iran to connect with. If anyone can help, please let me know #ptchat |
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2:24 am
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cybraryman1:
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RT @ESLlibrary: #ptchat knowledge of different languages increases & promotes global awareness in children |
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2:24 am
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soapdivine:
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RT @ESLlibrary: #ptchat knowledge of different languages increases & promotes global awareness in children |
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2:25 am
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readtoday:
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RT @ileducprof: I'm going to encourage Black folks to stop being concerned with White America and begin focusing on Global America. #PTchat |
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2:25 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@Parentella Send her over to #vanmeter we would love to have her:) it is possible. We hope to become a global HS #ptchat |
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2:25 am
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Parentella:
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RT @ileducprof: Racial/ethnic minorities in the U.S. must stop comparing themselves to Whites in U.S. and focus globally. #ptchat |
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2:25 am
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ApsatParentella:
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@DeronDurflinger WOW, I am so impressed. I really think that is the way of the future, breaking down walls and boundaries. #PTChat |
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2:26 am
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readtoday:
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Teaching children that they belong to a global community can help children from diverse backgrounds build self-esteem #PTChat |
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2:26 am
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ESLlibrary:
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@Parentella yes! Gr8 site for children to connect in a safe way: Club Penguin #ptchat |
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2:26 am
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Parentella:
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@DeronDurflinger I am in awe of school systems who share the same vision and goal for their students & global communities. #ptchat |
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2:26 am
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NaturalasPosMom:
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RT @Parentella via @aleaness: I would love to find a teacher in Iran to connect with. If anyone can help, please let me know #ptchat |
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2:26 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@BrandonFrame I don't necessarily agree there are culturally rich cities everywhere, but there are opps. in US to learn bout cult. #ptchat |
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2:27 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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Our multi-cultural nites @ school tend to be about our own backgrounds. Wld love to increase the focus. #ptchat |
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2:27 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@swigant Join the conversation at #PTchat #vanmeter |
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2:27 am
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Parentella:
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@DeronDurflinger Ahh...you guys have snow tho :) My girl is 6 going on 30 and is interested in having a positive effect on the world #ptchat |
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2:27 am
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helainebecker:
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Travel. RT: @Parentella What advice do you have to fighting global sterotypes? #ptchat |
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2:28 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@ApsatParentella It is @swigant is our spanish teacher she could tell you more about her classes. It is awesome! #PTChat |
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2:28 am
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colonelb:
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@DeronDurflinger Our district is 60% Latino if you are looking for Spanish speaking students to connect with. #PTChat #vanmeter |
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2:28 am
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soapdivine:
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via @ESLlibrary: @Parentella yes! Gr8 site for children to connect in a safe way: Club Penguin #ptchat |
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2:28 am
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Parentella:
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@helainebecker Yes, travel is wonderful. What about those children who are unable to travel? #ptchat |
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2:28 am
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ApsatParentella:
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@DeronDurflinger How many students are in your school? #PTChat |
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2:29 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@Parentella @ApsatParentella There reallly are no boundaries today other than the ones we place on ourselves #PTChat |
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2:29 am
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studymentor:
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Question: How can we install global citizen values in our chn when many adults do not hold the same views? #ptchat |
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2:29 am
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readtoday:
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RT @Parentella: @helainebecker Yes, travel is wonderful. What about those children who are unable to travel? #ptchat |
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2:29 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@colonelb @swigant I think would love to connect.:) Stacey? are your interested? #PTChat #vanmeter |
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2:30 am
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Parentella:
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What types of classes/learning should schools/educators be using to futher global citizenship? #ptchat |
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2:30 am
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readtoday:
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@Parentella An idea for small children is hire a graduate student from another country and have them speak their language #PTChat |
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2:30 am
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ApsatParentella:
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@studymentor That is a good question indeed. We can learn from models like @DeronDurflinger and we can see that diff methods work.#PTchat |
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2:30 am
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Parentella:
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@DeronDurflinger Or the ones that school boards place on their teachers/students. #ptchat |
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2:31 am
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theprofspage:
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RT @cybraryman1: RT @ESLlibrary: #ptchat knowledge of different languages increases & promotes global awareness in children |
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2:31 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@Parentella She would fit right in. She doesn't have to leave sunny California. Talk about making world better http://bit.ly/9JUMQ5 #ptchat |
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2:31 am
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Parentella:
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RT @ESLlibrary: #ptchat knowledge of different languages increases & promotes global awareness in children |
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2:31 am
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ainsliehunter:
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i think an imersion approach would work - not have a global citizen subject, but find opportunities in all subjects, all year levels #ptchat |
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2:32 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@readtoday do you mean parents or schools to hire grad students? #ptchat |
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2:32 am
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MarieTN:
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The 'net can play a wonderful role in allowing children 2 learn abt other cultures w/out the need to physically travel somewhere #ptchat |
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2:32 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@ApsatParentella about 620 on campus. Hope to increase that virtually soon. However smaller schools are more able 2 change as needed #PTChat |
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2:32 am
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Parentella:
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@MarieTN Yes, agreed! #ptchat |
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2:33 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@Parentella #vanmeter board is not one that place boundaries on kids/teachers. We want to see the system be more adaptable #ptchat |
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2:33 am
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readtoday:
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@aprilabtbalance Parents can hire graduate students from local colleges It is win win #PTChat |
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2:33 am
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Parentella:
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What websites/online communites woud you suggest in helping non-traveling students lean about other cultures. #ptchat |
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2:33 am
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ApsatParentella:
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@DeronDurflinger That is the way of the future. #PTChat What has been your biggest challenge? |
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2:34 am
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BrandonFrame:
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History Curriculums need to be revamped so that students learn more about other cultures and the rich heritages of others #ptchat |
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2:34 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@Parentella There aren't classes per se it needs to be embedded in all learning opportunities. It should just be how we do business #ptchat |
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2:34 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@readtoday not easy 4 me - I'm a single parent barely getting by paycheck to paycheck! #ptchat |
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2:34 am
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ApsatParentella:
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RT @BrandonFrame: History Curriculums need to be revamped so that students learn more about other cultures and the rich heritages of others #ptchat |
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2:34 am
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Parentella:
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@DeronDurflinger I find that tremendously commendable. I am looking for a forward thinking school for our daughter to attend. #ptchat |
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2:35 am
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thinkingparents:
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@readtoday Another option is to host a foreign exchange student, which would be no cost and a great experience. #ptchat |
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2:35 am
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readtoday:
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RT @BrandonFrame: History Curriculums need to be revamped so that students learn more about other cultures and the rich heritages of others #ptchat |
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2:35 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@ApsatParentella Biggest Challenge? The limits the current system/laws/policy place on innovation #PTChat |
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2:35 am
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readtoday:
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@BrandonFrame That is so true. Children should be living history in schools. It is a great way to help ESL students. #PtChat |
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2:36 am
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Synergism_:
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RT @BrandonFrame: History Curriculums need to be revamped so that students learn more about other cultures and the rich heritages of others #ptchat |
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2:36 am
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readtoday:
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RT @thinkingparents: @readtoday Another option is to host a foreign exchange student, which would be no cost and a great experience. #ptchat |
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2:36 am
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Parentella:
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@thinkingparents We are thinking of doing this in the future. Our kids r only 6 & 2 currently, but an option for our future. #ptchat |
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2:36 am
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swigant:
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@DeronDurflinger @colonelb I think it would be wonderful for a method to connect my spanish 4 students. #vanmeter #PTChat |
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2:36 am
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Parentella:
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RT @DeronDurflinger: @ApsatParentella Biggest Challenge? The limits the current system/laws/policy place on innovation #PTChat #ptchat |
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2:36 am
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cybraryman1:
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Multicultural Celebration page with sites: http://bit.ly/7YfH0Z #ptchat |
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2:36 am
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readtoday:
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@thinkingparents That is a great idea! Foreign exchange students become family members for life #PTChat |
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2:36 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@Parentella I think you will have a hard time finding a more forwarding thinking school than #vanmeter or our supt. @johnccarver #ptchat |
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2:37 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@ApsatParentella I hope so. What are we waiting for? It needed to change yesterday and it can change if we allow it to #PTchat |
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2:38 am
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soapdivine:
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RT @ESLlibrary: @readtoday Another option is 2 host a foreign exchange student, which wld B no cost & a gr8 experience. #ptchat (via @thinkingparents) |
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2:38 am
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Parentella:
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What options are there for parents who live in a close minded community for brining tech into the community? #ptchat |
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2:38 am
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DonaKimberly:
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@swigant Any of your classes could benefit from exchange students! #vanmeter #PTChat |
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2:38 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@swigant @colonelb I say let's get them together. That would be awesome #vanmeter #PTChat |
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2:38 am
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MarieTN:
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@thinkingparents @readtoday Excellent idea 2 use Exchange students. Rotary International is one organisation that arranges these. #ptchat |
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2:39 am
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ESLlibrary:
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@brandonframe found that NA schools are a bit closed in in this respect, compared to European counterparts #ptchat |
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2:39 am
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cybraryman1:
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Countries of the World page: http://bit.ly/R58CS #ptchat |
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2:40 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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Not 2 b a downer, but it costs $$ 2 feed & shelter a 4eign xchange student, 2. Its frustrating 2 think that kids r left out cuz of $ #ptchat |
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2:40 am
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BrandonFrame:
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@ESLlibrary They are very closed. It wasn't until I started doing my own reading I found out more about myself and other cultures #ptchat |
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2:40 am
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swigant:
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@DonaKimberly definitely. I am supposed to be checking work, but join us on #Ptchat. Very interesting conversations! |
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2:40 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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#PTchat Here are two of my blog posts about changing the system http://bit.ly/7iI30F & http://bit.ly/5wxOPp hope to have a new post tomorrow |
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2:40 am
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ApsatParentella:
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@DeronDurflinger I am not sure. Perhaps the fact that Edu is still agrarian society based hasn't been highlighted enough. #PTChat |
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2:41 am
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ApsatParentella:
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RT @DeronDurflinger: #PTchat Here are two of my blog posts about changing the system http://bit.ly/7iI30F & http://bit.ly/5wxOPp hope to have a new post tomorrow |
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2:41 am
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readtoday:
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@Parentella Parents need to be firm with their children. They need to tell them the world is changing and diversity is a great #PTChat |
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2:41 am
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Parentella:
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For another interesting article re: raising global students: http://cot.ag/crSJbt #ptchat |
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2:41 am
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ApsatParentella:
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@DeronDurflinger Thank you for all the work you are doing to change the system. I'm sure it is an uphill battle sometimes. #PTChat |
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2:42 am
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ileducprof:
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@readtoday What is #ptchat? |
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2:42 am
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Parentella:
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@thinkingparents I agree, but am unsure how to move forward, or where in the world we would put one :) #ptchat |
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2:43 am
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ileducprof:
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@Parentella Are you interested in bringing tech into the community or into schools? #ptchat |
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2:43 am
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readtoday:
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Closed minded is not an option for any child. I like flowers in a garden as a metaphor. We are all unique #PTChat |
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2:43 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@ApsatParentella Exactly. Our system is out of wack. It is hard 2 change because we all went through it & 4 the most part it worked. #PTChat |
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2:43 am
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ApsatParentella:
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@ileducprof Can it be both? #PTChat |
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2:43 am
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ileducprof:
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RT @BrandonFrame @ESLlibrary It wasn't until I started doing my own reading I found out more about myself and other cultures #ptchat |
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2:44 am
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Parentella:
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To learn more about what @DeronDurflinger is doing check out his blog. http://derondurflinger.blogspot.com/ #ptchat |
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2:45 am
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ileducprof:
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RT @ApsatParentella @ileducprof Can it be both?///Yes. I like to use the phrase "school communities." #PTChat |
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2:45 am
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Parentella:
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@ileducprof Yes! We are always looking for ways to help our schools advance. #ptchat |
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2:45 am
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ApsatParentella:
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@DeronDurflinger This is precisely what I mentioned yesterday. It is hard to think about change. "It worked for me" say many people. #PTchat |
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2:45 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@ApsatParentella It is. We spoke to our House/Senate Ed Committee. Live streamed had students present it was greatmany didn't get it #PTChat |
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2:45 am
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ApsatParentella:
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RT @Parentella: To learn more about what @DeronDurflinger is doing check out his blog. http://derondurflinger.blogspot.com/ #ptchat |
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2:45 am
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Parentella:
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@helainebecker We, sadly, do not live in a multi-cultural area, but are looking for a new home in a mroe diverse area. #ptchat |
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2:46 am
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ApsatParentella:
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@DeronDurflinger If you could tell parents one thing, what would it be? How can we help change the system? #PTchat |
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2:46 am
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readtoday:
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It is important for parents to find honest joy . Point out beautiful dancers or strong fighters something that interests your child #PTchat |
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2:46 am
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ApsatParentella:
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@ileducprof :) We are creating those via Parentella.com #PTChat. I am very excited about it. |
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2:47 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@readtoday I think the Arts are a great gateway to World Culture & History. #ptchat |
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2:47 am
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readtoday:
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I took my son to Spain for three months when he was four. He played with children from all over. We had a blast #PTChat |
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2:48 am
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readtoday:
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RT @aprilabtbalance: @readtoday I think the Arts are a great gateway to World Culture & History. #ptchat |
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2:48 am
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Parentella:
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RT @aprilabtbalance: @readtoday I think the Arts are a great gateway to World Culture & History. #ptchat |
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2:48 am
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thinkingparents:
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@readtoday @readtoday Good book with activities that teach diversity - for facilitators of young people http://bit.ly/9faatg #ptchat |
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2:48 am
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ESLlibrary:
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The change needs to start on the parent level. But there r too many stereotypes amongst that group. #ptchat |
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2:48 am
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readtoday:
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@aprilabtbalance I agree. But don't be like the parent I saw in London this year. She was giving her child Art history 101 #PTchat |
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2:49 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@ESLlibrary Parents may be aware, but unsure of where 2 look - especially if their own background has been limited. #ptchat |
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2:49 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@ApsatParentella Embrace the change needed by supporting schools/teachers and advocating for a change in the system w/lpolicymakers #PTchat |
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2:49 am
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ESLlibrary:
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RT @aprilabtbalance: @readtoday I think the Arts are a great gateway to World Culture & History. #ptchat (via @Parentella) agree! |
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2:49 am
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cybraryman1:
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RT @aprilabtbalance: @readtoday I think the Arts are a great gateway to World Culture & History. #ptchat |
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2:49 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@readtoday LOL - yes! SomeXs, I confess, I get caught up in lecturing instead of just opening the door. #ptchat |
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2:50 am
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thinkingparents:
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@readtoday Oooo Spain! Sounds like fun! I know you had a blast! #ptchat |
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2:51 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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Key to learning is still quality teaching #ptchat #vanmeter like @shannonmiller @swigant @bjorth @kellynelsen @russgoerend @EricTownsley |
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2:51 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@DeronDurflinger Policymakers is pretty broad! Do u suggest starting w/ school admin/boards/state reps? #ptchat |
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2:51 am
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ESLlibrary:
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@aprilabtbalance I agree. It's not an easy task. Poses many challenges. #ptchat |
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2:52 am
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Parentella:
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RT @DeronDurflinger: Key to learning is still quality teaching #ptchat #vanmeter |
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2:52 am
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readtoday:
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It is important to allow your child to lead. They love discovering about cultures and telling you all about it. #PTchat |
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2:52 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@DeronDurflinger I feel like every door I approach, I'm told that their hands r tied, or budget cut problems. #ptchat |
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2:52 am
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thinkingparents:
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RT @readtoday: It is important to allow your child to lead. They love discovering about cultures and telling you all about it. #PTchat |
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2:52 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@aprilabtbalance Good point. I think it depends on your situation for us it is at the state level. Our board gets it. #ptchat |
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2:53 am
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MarieTN:
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@ESLlibrary What do u mean by too many stereotypes amongst parents? I'm curious. #ptchat |
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2:53 am
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readtoday:
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@thinkingparents Spain was awesome. He also loved our 3 years in Finland. He only tolerated Germany because there were cute girls #ptchat |
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2:53 am
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Parentella:
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RT @aprilabtbalance: @DeronDurflinger I feel like every door, I'm told that their hands r tied, or budget cut problems.<same here> #ptchat |
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2:53 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@aprilabtbalance BS sorry for the language, but we need to reallocate resources. That is where tech comes in #ptchat |
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2:54 am
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Parentella:
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@daNanner Something like that yes, slightly less extreme though I would imagine. #ptchat |
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2:54 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@DeronDurflinger How can parents help get those resources reallocated? #ptchat (no worries on the language!) |
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2:55 am
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m_yam:
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RT @readtoday: It is important for parents to find honest joy . Point out beautiful dancers or strong fighters something that interests your child #PTchat |
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2:55 am
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thinkingparents:
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I love talking multi-lingal immersion & multi-lingual literacy! Fascinating and such valuable skills! #ptchat |
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2:55 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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#PTchat $ is there if we change the system. Kids need access to quality teachers and tech can make it happen as long as we lift restrictions |
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2:56 am
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readtoday:
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RT @thinkingparents: I love talking multi-lingal immersion & multi-lingual literacy! Fascinating and such valuable skills! #ptchat |
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2:56 am
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ESLlibrary:
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@MarieTN stereotypes develop with age. #ptchat |
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2:56 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@aprilabtbalance Just have to continue to voice need for change. I think it is already happening with increase in homeschooling, etc #ptchat |
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2:57 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@aprilabtbalance Just need to keep applying pressure to change. We need a clear vision of what education needs to be as well #ptchat |
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2:58 am
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thinkingparents:
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@DeronDurflinger Interesting resource. Thanks for sharing. http://bit.ly/9II8ao Checking out the "festivals" sites. Cool. #ptchat |
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2:58 am
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m_yam:
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Love this! RT @cybraryman1 Countries of the World page: http://bit.ly/R58CS #ptchat |
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2:58 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@ESLlibrary I think u'r right that stereotypes begin @ home, but I still hold out hope that progress can't help but catch up #ptchat |
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2:59 am
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readtoday:
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@m_yam Yes! I agree. Teacher education really needs to include cultural sensitivity courses! #PTchat |
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2:59 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@ESLlibrary Technology is our best defense as we can't help but get more globally connected #ptchat |
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2:59 am
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Parentella:
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RT @cybraryman1 Countries of the World page: http://bit.ly/R58CS #ptchat |
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2:59 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@DeronDurflinger A clear vision is getting hazier. I live in L.A. where we can't even agree on how to reform! #ptchat |
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3:00 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@thinkingparents @cybraryman1 is a great source of info. If you haven't connected with him parents you should. He gets it .#ptchat |
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3:00 am
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Parentella:
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Thanks everyone for joining in on the covo today! I think we've all learned a lot! Special thanks 2 @DeronDurflinger 4 joining us! #ptchat |
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3:01 am
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ESLlibrary:
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@aprilabtbalance I have same hopes & dreams! Let's reach out to other parents, than our kids will benefit & live in a better world! #ptchat |
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3:02 am
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readtoday:
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@Parentella Thank you for hosting another #PTchat |
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3:02 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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Thanks 2 @Parentella, as always, for hosting, and thnx @DeronDurflinger #ptchat |
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3:02 am
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Parentella:
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@readtoday Thank YOU for offering great insights! #ptchat |
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3:02 am
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DeronDurflinger:
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@Parentella Thanks for having me. I am not sure if I did a good job of keeping us on topic but it was fun to talk. Hope 2 join again #ptchat |
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3:02 am
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ileducprof:
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RT @thinkingparents @readtoday Good book with activities that teach diversity -for facilitators of young people http://bit.ly/9faatg #ptchat |
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3:02 am
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ileducprof:
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RT @Parentella RT @aprilabtbalance: @readtoday I think the Arts are a great gateway to World Culture & History. #ptchat |
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3:02 am
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ileducprof:
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RT @Parentella RT @DeronDurflinger: Key to learning is still quality teaching #ptchat #vanmeter |
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3:03 am
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ileducprof:
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RT @Parentella RT @cybraryman1 Countries of the World page: http://bit.ly/R58CS #ptchat |
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3:03 am
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thinkingparents:
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@DeronDurflinger Thanks, will check him out. #ptchat |
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3:04 am
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thinkingparents:
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RT @ileducprof: RT @Parentella RT @DeronDurflinger: Key to learning is still quality teaching #ptchat #vanmeter |
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3:05 am
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thinkingparents:
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Hotep (Peace and thank you for allowing me to enter your space)! It was fun. #ptchat |
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3:05 am
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BrandonFrame:
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@ESLlibrary Well the parents went through same education system I went through. Now u have to look at system design from beginning #PTchat |
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3:06 am
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ESLlibrary:
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Thank you 4 an awesome #ptchat! @parentella it was a pleasure to participate for the 1st time |
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3:07 am
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Parentella:
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@DeronDurflinger You did a great job and we enjoyed having you here! Fantastic job. Thank YOU for all you are doing for education. #ptchat |
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3:07 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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RT @BrandonFrame @ESLlibrary Now u have to look at system design from beginning #PTchat >agreed! |
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3:07 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance Thank you for joining us! #ptchat |
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3:07 am
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TMODOM:
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RT @ileducprof: Good book with activities that teach #diversity -for facilitators of young people http://bit.ly/9faatg #ptchat |
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3:07 am
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Parentella:
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@ESLlibrary Great to have you and I hope you'll join us again next week or later tonight! Have a great night! #ptchat |
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3:08 am
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thinkingparents:
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@eslibrary @ileducprof Thanks for RTing. Nice chat. #ptchat |
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3:08 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@Parentella Glad I could make it :) #ptchat |
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3:09 am
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BrandonFrame:
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Some good info was put out 2night. I will take some notes. Look forward to next time. #ptchat |
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3:10 am
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readingteachsu:
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Closed minded is not an option for any child. I like flowers in a garden as a metaphor. We are all unique #PTChat (via @readtoday) |
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3:11 am
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ESLlibrary:
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@BrandonFrame @aprilabtbalance @thinkingparents - thank you for an interesting discussion! #ptchat |
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3:12 am
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sebneca:
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RT @cybraryman1: Countries of the World page: http://bit.ly/R58CS #ptchat |
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3:16 am
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ESLlibrary:
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@soapdivine @cybraryman1 @parentella @ileducprof thanks for the RT! #ptchat |
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3:16 am
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Parentella:
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@cybraryman1 Thanks for joining us! #ptchat |
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3:21 am
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ApsatParentella:
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RT @DeronDurflinger: @ApsatParentella Embrace the change needed by supporting schools/teachers and advocating for a change in the system w/lpolicymakers #PTchat |
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3:47 am
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thinkingparents:
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Working 2 send 25 tiny tots 12 mo - 8 yrs, their parents, & 6 faculty to 1 or more-France, China, Japan, &/or Spain. Any fund ideas? #ptchat |
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4:03 am
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hadleyjf:
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@Parentella Sorry to leave #ptchat early. Skype call came in. Hope all went well. |
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4:21 am
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LiShuhui:
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RT @readtoday: It is important for parents to find honest joy . Point out beautiful dancers or strong fighters something that interests your child #PTchat |
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4:24 am
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aeringuy:
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RT @DreamBox_Learn: DreamBox Gr 3 is coming soon! Your child could be one of the first to play! #contest: http://tinyurl.com/ykd9tlo #ptchat |
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5:01 am
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Parentella:
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Good evening everyone! How are you doing? #PTchat |
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5:02 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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I've got my glass of wine. After last week's #ptchat, I was so jazzed, I couldn't sleep! |
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5:02 am
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soapdivine:
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RT @aprilabtbalance: I've got my glass of wine. After last week's #ptchat, I was so jazzed, I couldn't sleep! <-Right on. Empowering! |
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5:03 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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R we talking about global learning? #ptchat |
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5:03 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance lol! I should probably get one too. Last week, I was definitely fired up. #PTChat (This is Aparna btw) |
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5:04 am
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Parentella:
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How do we raise global students is the topic of discussion. #PTChat |
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5:05 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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It's so exciting to know so many people r interested in improving education #ptchat |
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5:06 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance Yes, it is. There is a movement, a revolution. I can feel it. #ptchat |
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5:06 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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I definitely think we need to push 4 more culture, world history and encouraging stdnts 2 embrace tech 2 expand their worlds #ptchat |
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5:07 am
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FaizaK:
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@Parentella How do you define global students? #PTChat |
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5:07 am
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Parentella:
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I feel like enough people are thinking about things to make a difference. #ptchat |
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5:08 am
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Parentella:
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@FaizaK I think global students are those that can adapt and be tolerant of other cultures and midsets. #ptchat |
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5:09 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance The world is truly their oyster. #ptchat |
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5:09 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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Multi-cultural nite is a staple in LA area schools. I'm curious if that's true elsewhere #ptchat |
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5:10 am
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Parentella:
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For example, learning about different food choices across the world is a good way. I find food is a great entry to a new culture. #ptchat |
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5:10 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance Yes it is here as well in San Diego. I am glad to know that i am not alone. :) #ptchat |
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5:10 am
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Parentella:
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This is the power of conversation. We can validate what is going on and be empowered. #ptchat |
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5:11 am
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Parentella:
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For example, today, on the 9 p.m. EST chat, I learnt about a school that has 1-1 teaching. So poweful! #ptchat |
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5:12 am
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FaizaK:
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@aprilabtbalance Multi cultural Nite is arranged in many areas. I attended a few in Ohio. #PTChat |
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5:12 am
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Parentella:
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I feel like being open to ideas, thoughts, allows for such tremendous learning. #ptchat |
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5:12 am
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Parentella:
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How do we raise kids that are open minded? #ptchat |
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5:12 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@Parentella 1-1 teaching? How is that possible in public schools? #ptchat |
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5:13 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance http://derondurflinger.blogspot.com/ Trust me, I am just as amazed as you. Not sure if it is public. #ptchat |
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5:13 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@FaizaK that's good 2 hear! #ptchat |
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5:15 am
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Parentella:
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What they are doing is astounding. They are leaving the old system behind and showing us what the new system might look like. #ptchat |
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5:15 am
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FaizaK:
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@Parentella As a parent I think it should start by putting up a world Map in each class No matter what grade #PTChat |
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5:15 am
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Parentella:
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That is progress and risk taking and it is awesome. #ptchat |
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5:15 am
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soapdivine:
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via @aprilabtbalance: @Parentella <- 1 to 1 funds set for sp ed services #ptchat |
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5:15 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@Parentella I still would love 2 know more about sites where my children can build relationships w/ children in other countries #ptchat |
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5:16 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance I will research and let you know. I think that would be great too! #ptchat |
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5:16 am
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educatoral:
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RT @cybraryman1: RT @aprilabtbalance: @readtoday I think the Arts are a great gateway to World Culture & History. #ptchat |
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5:16 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@FaizaK Yes, a world map would be a great start! We wait 2 long to expose our kids to world history and cultures. #ptchat |
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5:16 am
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Parentella:
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@FaizaK Yes, at the very least. We eat diff types of food. We also are lucky that we travel to other countries. #ptchat |
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5:17 am
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Parentella:
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@soapdivine Ah, you are a wealth of knowledge. Thank you and welcome!! #ptchat |
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5:18 am
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Parentella:
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What history is taught in schools today in the US? #ptchat |
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5:18 am
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FaizaK:
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@aprilabtbalance Ning is a good way to start. #PTChat |
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5:19 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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Even in 7th grade, my daughter has learned more abt religion than she has world history! In a public school #ptchat |
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5:19 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@FaizaK Ning's a great idea! Thanks! #ptchat |
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5:19 am
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Parentella:
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I also like movies. I think those offer a good way to learn about a new culture #ptchat |
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5:19 am
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FaizaK:
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@Parentella I somehow dont quite believe in stressing on teaching History. Each country has its own version of how things happened. #PTChat |
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5:19 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance Really? that is interesting. #ptchat |
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5:19 am
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MarieTN:
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The school my children attend is abt to launch 1:1 program for Grades 5/6. It's a Catholic school in Australia. very exciting! #ptchat |
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5:20 am
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soapdivine:
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@Parentella History and how it's taught seems to lack gusto in my kids' curriculum. We (golden word) supplement. #PTChat |
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5:20 am
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Parentella:
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@MarieTN I love that! I really am excited about that. The kids need it. #ptchat |
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5:20 am
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Parentella:
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@soapdivine Good idea! I agree. #ptchat |
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5:21 am
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Parentella:
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What can schools do better? I like the idea of multicultural nights. #ptchat |
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5:21 am
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FaizaK:
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@aprilabtbalance History is past. Its boring for most kids anyway. Teach them how to live and respect others in the present. #PTChat |
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5:22 am
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FaizaK:
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@aprilabtbalance And I am speaking from a parent's perspective @Parentella #PTchat |
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5:22 am
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Parentella:
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@FaizaK I agree. How do we do that well? #ptchat |
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5:22 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@FaizaK That's a good point. #ptchat |
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5:23 am
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Parentella:
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What websites/online communites woud you suggest in helping non-traveling students lean about other cultures. #ptchat |
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5:23 am
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soapdivine:
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1:1 pilot progs seem worthwhile. My encounters often deal with parents requiring about "how to get more".. & often "1:1" ?'s r asked #ptchat |
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5:24 am
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Parentella:
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I really feel that Edu is going to change. People/parents/teachers will come together and change it. #ptchat |
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5:24 am
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Parentella:
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a 100 year old system can't be valid today. I know @Aprilabtbalance and I have talked about it. #ptchat |
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5:25 am
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overlobe:
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RT @JessicaGottlieb: if you have school aged kids check out #ptchat for a great resource. (& #vanmeter for edu inspiration) |
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5:26 am
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Parentella:
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I feel like if more people talked about it, knew about it, things can change. #ptchat |
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5:26 am
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FaizaK:
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@Parentella Decide on a specific culture/country & then cover everything about it in one week. dress up, religion, food Act It out. #PTChat |
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5:26 am
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Parentella:
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Raising global students globally. :) #ptchat |
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5:26 am
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Parentella:
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I wonder if there countries that have a different model that has worked in teaching global citizenship to kids. #ptchat |
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5:27 am
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FaizaK:
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@aprilabtbalance What exactly in 1:1? #PTchat |
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5:27 am
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Parentella:
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@FaizaK That is fun! I like that idea a lot. #ptchat |
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5:27 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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I need 2 emulate my colleague more. She gets 2 know the life story of every1 she encounters. I think just listening is a good start. #ptchat |
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5:27 am
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soapdivine:
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@Parentella chat groups, forums, and even some social networks would help students expand out. Safety &security should b included #ptchat |
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5:27 am
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soapdivine:
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RT @FaizaK: @Parentella Decide on a specific culture/country & then cover everything about it in one week. dress up, religion, food Act It out. #PTChat |
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5:28 am
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Parentella:
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@soapdivine I will very seriously consider that as an extension for our site. Several users have asked for it. #ptchat |
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5:28 am
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MarieTN:
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@Parentella I feel that we are on the brink of something that is huge in education. #ptchat |
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5:28 am
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FaizaK:
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@Parentella Is there a thing called global citizenship at all, i wonder...hmm.. #PTchat |
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5:28 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@FaizaK My daughter's middle school has a Greek Day for the 6th graders. They even dress in togas on the last day! #ptchat |
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5:28 am
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Parentella:
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I also am feeling that we should have the 9 p.m. PST session with wine just like @Aprilabtbalance. #ptchat |
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5:29 am
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Parentella:
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@MarieTN me too! I really do. Just yesterday, I was presenting and thought to myself. Our kids are growing up with tech. #ptchat |
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5:29 am
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Parentella:
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Where is tech education in schools? Teaching methods must match kids. #ptchat |
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5:29 am
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FaizaK:
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@aprilabtbalance Oh yes. listening to people and their experiences is a great idea. #PTChat |
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5:30 am
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Parentella:
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@FaizaK There will be. with the internet, boundaries are hazy and non existant in some cases. #ptchat |
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5:31 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance I am sure you will. I like the idea of that. I bet more parents will join us with a glass of wine. #ptchat |
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5:31 am
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soapdivine:
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Smllr sites, mostly non-public. In public sites,1:1 reserved for sp ed servics, but more parents r asking about that type of service #ptchat |
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5:31 am
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FaizaK:
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@aprilabtbalance Infact, u can always invite person from a dif culture to come & talk about their country Will interest most kids! #PTchat |
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5:31 am
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Parentella:
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@MarieTN Ah ok. THat #ptchat |
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5:31 am
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MarieTN:
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@Parentella The Catholic schools in my area have started 1:1 this year. also happening in other schools throughout Austraia. #ptchat |
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5:31 am
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Parentella:
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@soapdivine Ah, we should get more parents engaged and informed so we can ask for better things for the kids. #ptchat |
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5:32 am
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MarieTN:
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That should have read Australia #ptchat |
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5:32 am
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FaizaK:
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@aprilabtbalance That's cool. Am sure she knows a lot about Greek now. She learned it without even knowing that it was being taught #PTchat |
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5:33 am
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MarieTN:
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@Parentella @aprilabtbalance It's a bit early in the afternoon for me. lol. Wine (five) o'clock is half an hour away. Cheers #ptchat |
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5:34 am
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Parentella:
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@overlobe Thank you! @JessicaGottlieb Thank you!!! #ptchat |
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5:34 am
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Parentella:
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@MarieTN In the US, that is also known as beer thirty. :) #ptchat |
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5:35 am
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FaizaK:
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@MarieTN Awsome! Great to know that the schools are harnessing the power of technology and global communication. #PTchat |
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5:35 am
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soapdivine:
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ed code laws/funds make huge walls to go up against a 1:1 approach. Research and pilot program results will help move forward. #ptchat |
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5:35 am
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Parentella:
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I am so curious to know, so let's say schools have technology. Will the underlying teaching methods also change? #ptchat |
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5:36 am
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Parentella:
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How do we get parents who have been taught in the same system to see that the system needs to change? After all, it worked for them. #ptchat |
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5:36 am
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Parentella:
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@soapdivine That is so sad. I wonder about the walls... #ptchat |
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5:36 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@FaizaK I always loved musicals. My 5th grade tchr said I was 2 tunnel-visioned so she made me do a report on something else...#ptchat |
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5:37 am
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MarieTN:
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@Parentella Yes, the teaching method will change. not sure how but it will. #ptchat |
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5:37 am
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soapdivine:
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@Parentella Total waste of that tech if it is not utilized to it's fullest. Just one savvy person can create a wave of knowledge. #ptchat |
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5:37 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@FaizaK ...I did it on Eva Peron because of the musical Evita ;) #ptchat |
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5:37 am
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MarieTN:
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@Parentella. LOL. like beer thirty. must fly. thanks everyone for chat. off to tap dancing #ptchat |
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5:37 am
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Parentella:
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@soapdivine yes, that is true. I wish we could show parents with some examples of the difference it makes #ptchat |
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5:38 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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That's why I think the Arts are the real gateway into learning about the world at large #ptchat |
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5:38 am
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FaizaK:
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@aprilabtbalance Aw, she was the one with a tunnel vision. Lol! You still got away! :) #PTchat |
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5:38 am
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Parentella:
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yesterday, @spedteacher said on our 140meetup panel, the purpose of an Edu is not to know the answer but to learn to ask better qns #ptchat |
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5:39 am
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Parentella:
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@MarieTN have a great one! Thanks for stopping by. #ptchat |
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5:39 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@Parentella I was thrilled last nite when all parents @ the parent action committee 4 afterschool program wanted emails vs papers #ptchat |
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5:39 am
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soapdivine:
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RT @aprilabtbalance: That's why I think the Arts are the real gateway into learning about the world at large #ptchat |
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5:40 am
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Parentella:
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How about music? Can that help raise more tolerant and aware kids? #ptchat |
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5:40 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance Yes! #ptchat |
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5:40 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@Parentella That's so true! I tell my girls it's not about what u know, but abt how u can find out what you don't #ptchat |
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5:41 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance I tell my kids, it is ok if you don't know how to do it, learn, struggle, and you will get it. #ptchat |
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5:41 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@Parentella Music CAN b great, but 2 much of it rite now has the opposite effect. *showing my age* #ptchat |
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5:41 am
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Parentella:
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The idea is to know how to get there. The journey is more important than the destination. #ptchat |
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5:42 am
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FaizaK:
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RT @aprilabtbalance: I tell my girls it's not about what u know, but abt how u can find out what you don't #ptchat |
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5:42 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance lol! It is ok, understandable. #ptchat |
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5:42 am
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soapdivine:
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@Parentella Students could always use more exposure ie: music; it should b fun and exciting. As they get older; more meaningful #ptchat |
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5:43 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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Honestly, I think if we encourage our kids' passions, they can't HELP but WANT to know more #ptchat |
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5:43 am
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Parentella:
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@soapdivine Yes, my favorite class in college was music appreciation. It was so much fun! #ptchat |
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5:43 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance I have been trying to figure out a way with video games. #ptchat |
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5:43 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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I was very lucky 2 have parents that completely supported my love of musicals and that passion led 2 so much different knowledge #ptchat |
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5:44 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance That is wonderful. :) #ptchat |
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5:44 am
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soapdivine:
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RT @aprilabtbalance: Honestly, I think if we encourage our kids' passions, they can't HELP but WANT to know more #ptchat <- Concur! |
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5:45 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@Parentella I would love for someone to create a game that teaches kids how 2 create a game. #ptchat |
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5:45 am
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Parentella:
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@soapdivine @Aprilabtbalance we should get together for lunch one of these days. #ptchat |
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5:46 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance I think there is one that teaches you to create your own games. #ptchat |
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5:47 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@Parentella @soapdivine - I would love to lunch with you! #ptchat |
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5:47 am
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soapdivine:
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@Parentella: @soapdivine @Aprilabtbalance we should get together for lunch one of these days. #ptchat <-For sure! |
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5:47 am
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Parentella:
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http://www.ustream.tv/recorded/4957457 For more inspiration. #ptchat |
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5:48 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance Me too! @Soapdivine. I think with all the conversation here, we can change the world. :) #ptchat |
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5:48 am
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Parentella:
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@FaizaK Where do you live? #ptchat |
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5:48 am
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soapdivine:
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RT @Parentella: @aprilabtbalance re: video games. #ptchat Any simulation game builds the fundamentals. It is a start and builds interest. |
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5:49 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@Parentella I will watch when I'm NOT drinking wine :) #ptchat |
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5:49 am
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Parentella:
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@soapdivine Thank you again. Honestly, you rock!!! You are a wealth of knowledge. #ptchat |
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5:49 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance I think it might sink in more with it. :) #ptchat |
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5:50 am
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Parentella:
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We will have Principal Durflinger on again. He was there on the earlier chat and I love what they are doing. #ptchat |
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5:50 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@soapdivine YES! Kids get told "no" so often, by their parents (ME) included and it's such a demotivator. #ptchat |
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5:50 am
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geogeller:
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Parentella How do get parents who been taught by same system see system needs 2change? #ptchat every biz over last 100yrs changed except ed |
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5:50 am
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FaizaK:
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@Parentella Oregon.I am sorry I got distracted by a wonderful post 'Confessions of a Problem Parent' must read http://bit.ly/crjSzD #PTchat |
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5:51 am
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Parentella:
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Making friends from different cultures also builds awareness. #ptchat |
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5:51 am
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soapdivine:
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@Parentella: Thank you again. Honestly, you rock!!! You are a wealth of knowledge. <--I feel the same about you all! #ptchat |
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5:52 am
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Parentella:
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@geogeller You are right. I am so excited and much happiness about the direction of the change. #ptchat |
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5:52 am
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Parentella:
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@FaizaK That one is wonderful. I really like it a lot. #ptchat |
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5:52 am
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Parentella:
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I have wondered: Do we value Education? #ptchat |
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5:52 am
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soapdivine:
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via @Parentella: Making friends from different cultures also builds awareness. <- couldn't agree more. #ptchat |
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5:53 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@FaizaK So glad you liked it! #ptchat |
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5:54 am
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Parentella:
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@geogeller Why do you think Edu hasn't changed? #ptchat |
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5:54 am
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FaizaK:
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@Parentella And it is so easy for kids. They make friends with just anyone. Somehow as they grow up, they get polluted. #PTchat |
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5:54 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance You are a wonderful writer. #ptchat |
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5:54 am
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Parentella:
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@FaizaK That is true. #ptchat |
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5:55 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@Parentella I think we DO value education, but we're at a loss as to how to improve it. #ptchat |
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5:55 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance Yes, I agree... #ptchat |
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5:55 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@Parentella But I'm so inspired & excited b-cuz each of us is doing what we can. #ptchat |
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5:56 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@FaizaK Do you remember the movie American History X? That was such an eye-opener 4 me on how it changes. #ptchat |
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5:56 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance me too. I feel that there are so many people interested, involved that things will change. #ptchat |
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5:57 am
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Parentella:
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If we could cause change, that would be so worth it and how extraordinary! #ptchat |
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5:57 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@FaizaK But I do think that technology is pushing our progress along so that such it will be harder for hatred to win. #ptchat |
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5:57 am
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Parentella:
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To be ordinary and cause extraordinary changes. :) #ptchat |
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5:58 am
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soapdivine:
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@Parentella: Value of education is on the rise. We have to keep up, globally. Education is the course to success! #ptchat |
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5:58 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@Parentella the only thing that has changed the world is a handful of people. So great 2 meet so many here at #ptchat! |
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5:58 am
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Parentella:
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As parents, we can do it! All together. :) #ptchat |
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5:59 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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And clearly, the wine has kicked in because I'm getting sappy :) #ptchat |
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5:59 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance Aww. Hugs. :) #ptchat |
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6:00 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance It starts with a handful. I am sure more will join in. We have to keep at it. Earlier in the evening... #ptchat |
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6:00 am
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Parentella:
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Lots of people talked about this and it is very heartwarming. :) #ptchat |
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6:01 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance Incidentally, what wine are you drinking? #ptchat |
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6:01 am
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soapdivine:
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@aprilabtbalance Sappy is good. Caring for such a cause is good. All good! #ptchat |
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6:01 am
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FaizaK:
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@aprilabtbalance What can parents do to help raise kids who respect other cultures? The responsibility lies with us too. #PTChat |
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6:02 am
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Parentella:
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@soapdivine @Aprilabtbalance I deeply value your committment to change in Education. #ptchat |
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6:02 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@Parentella Big House Red :) #ptchat Hits the spot every time... |
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6:02 am
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Parentella:
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@FaizaK @Aprilabtbalance I agree. We have to be tolerant of others as well. Be good role models. #ptchat |
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6:03 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@FaizaK not tolerate it. I will tell people it's not ok if they say anything in front of me or my kids that I find offensive. #ptchat |
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6:04 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance See..today's chat was nice and mellow. I'll try my best not to fire you up too much so you can sleep :) #ptchat |
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6:05 am
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soapdivine:
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@FaizaK Explaining stereotypes that kids have exposure to could be a start. Allows for more, ie; building open communication. #PTChat |
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6:05 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@FaizaK And I do think it starts w/ the little things. Saying "please" and "thank you." to everyone. #ptchat |
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6:05 am
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FaizaK:
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@aprilabtbalance @Parentella Libraries are a good placetoo. My kids are young, I take them to all kinds of story times. #PTchat |
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6:06 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@Parentella It's all good :) #ptchat |
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6:06 am
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FaizaK:
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@soapdivine Rightly said #PTChat |
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6:07 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@soapdivine Really? I struggle with that becuz I wonder if explaining stereotypes sounds too much like excusing them. #ptchat |
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6:07 am
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soapdivine:
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@Parentella @Aprilabtbalance I deeply value your commitment to change in Education. <- The very same can be said about you!! #ptchat |
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6:08 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance @soapdivine can you elaborate? #ptchat |
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6:09 am
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soapdivine:
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@aprilabtbalance Not excusing them. I didn't mean that. using them to enable and encourage a more positive teaching moment. #ptchat |
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6:10 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@soapdivine How do you explain it? I know that's not what u meant, but how do u do it? #ptchat |
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6:11 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance @soapdivine I'd also like to know of an example of stereotypes.. #ptchat |
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6:12 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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For me, my honest answer is that I don't understand it when I encounter prejudice.#ptchat |
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6:13 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance Yes, that is a tough one. I'm trying to think of moments myself.. #ptchat |
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6:13 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@Parentella presidential campaign brought it up, and Prop 8. I have the news on in the morning bcuz I think my girls need 2 know now #ptchat |
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6:14 am
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soapdivine:
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stereotypes sprout up often. as parents we can embrace those moments, redirect w/ age appropriate explanation of the negative side. #ptchat |
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6:14 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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Having grown up in theatre, I've always known people from all walks of life and that really shaped me #ptchat |
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6:15 am
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soapdivine:
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sorry, conforming my many thoughts to 140 characters is at times difficult. i be a noobie. ;) #ptchat |
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6:15 am
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Parentella:
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@soapdivine I agree, that is hard. I feel tolerance is a great thing. With just that, the world can be so much more. Tolerance #ptchat |
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6:16 am
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Parentella:
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It is 10.15 p.m. The hour has flown! :) #ptchat |
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6:16 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance You are a great parent. :) #ptchat |
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6:17 am
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soapdivine:
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each encounter w/ a cultural negativity can be turned around & expanded on in a positive direction. those moments r harder for us.#ptchat |
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6:18 am
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Parentella:
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@soapdivine Very well said. #ptchat |
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6:18 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@soapdivine OK, I think I understand what u're saying now. And i agree with that! #ptchat |
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6:19 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@Parentella Thanks - especially sweet, considering I wasted time with my wine-induced gushing :) #ptchat |
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6:20 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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Thanks everyone for another great #ptchat! |
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6:20 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance Hardly. Parenting is tough. We do our best. That is all we can do. #ptchat |
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6:21 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance @soapdivine thank you for being here. I really appreciate it. :) #ptchat |
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6:21 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@parentella @soapdivine I do go down to North County San Diego every few months 2 visit family and would love to arrange a lunch #ptchat |
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6:22 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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@parentella @soapdivine I will DM you next time I'm planning a drive down. #ptchat |
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6:22 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance @soapdivine that will be great. Definitely, let me know. #ptchat |
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6:22 am
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soapdivine:
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@Parentella: @aprilabtbalance Thank you!! :) #ptchat |
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6:23 am
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aprilabtbalance:
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Of course, we'll have to meet somewhere with wine. Just kidding!! Good night all!! #ptchat |
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6:23 am
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Parentella:
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@aprilabtbalance Not with driving...:) #ptchat |
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8:15 am
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Parentella:
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Confessions of a Problem Parent: http://bit.ly/9BnK2p Wow, didn't realize so many parents felt this way. #ptchat |
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3:20 pm
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geogeller:
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@Parentella good be excited -i wrote 10yrs ago success of ed has 1 measure, if kid is excited abt going school @jeffpulver 140conf #ptchat |
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3:56 pm
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readtoday:
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RT @educatoral: RT @cybraryman1: RT @aprilabtbalance: @readtoday I think the Arts are a great gateway to World Culture & History. #ptchat |
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4:09 pm
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readtoday:
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Join our network at the Dept of Ed Innovation portal. Score us and we will do much good! http://bit.ly/bArYGV #ecosys #ptchat #BlackEd |
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5:16 pm
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UmojaCleveland:
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RT @BrandonFrame: History Curriculums need to be revamped so that students learn more about other cultures and the rich heritages of others #ptchat |
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10:43 pm
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Parentella:
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We will publish the summary of #PTchat shortly. How is everyone's Thursday? |
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10:57 pm
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soapdivine:
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via @web20classroom: RT @timbuckteeth: 10 ideas for teaching with Twitter: http://bit.ly/yNuR #ptchat |
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11:45 pm
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ShellTerrell:
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#PTChat Summary 2/24/2010 http://bit.ly/9sKceV via @parentella |
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11:58 pm
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DeronDurflinger:
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@cybraryman1 Thanks for the RT. Sorry I couldn't get Emma on #PTchat last night:) |
