Alex Hixson

[Andrew Walters, Ed.D @lawofthefarm]

It’s counselor appreciation week! Today we recognize Mr. Custard and Ms. Hixson. Thank you for all you do @OPS_NorthHigh! #Vup #place2be

[Alex Hixson @alexduffyyy]

@MrsNovotny98 @LudlumClaire @MsSchense Great point, Mary! Mr. Wennstedt showed us an edit in the settings so other students can't view videos. It's a great alternative!

[Alex Hixson @alexduffyyy]

Wrap Up: I'm intimidated when thinking about what's to come but looking forward to the ways education technology will bring us together, take us to new places, and ultimately help out students learn in deeper and likely more effective ice ways! #tldeuno2021

[Alex Hixson @alexduffyyy]

@MrsNovotny98 Ahhhh yes, of course. That makes sense. This is great advice and something I'll be mindful of!

[Alex Hixson @alexduffyyy]

@MrWennstedt @Mrs_Wheeler_ Darn, that's good to know.

[Alex Hixson @alexduffyyy]

A3: As a BSP para, I love when teachers have an eye out for students who work better on paper or are having a hard time with technology. Instead of creating a powerpoint, can they make a poster? If they're slow at typing, can they take notes on paper? #tldeuno2021

[Alex Hixson @alexduffyyy]

@LudlumClaire @MsSchense Jumping in to second Ms. Schense! Claire, my husband is a PE teacher and also loves FlipGrid! He really used it a lot with his remote students but I'm sure there will still be great use in-person as well! #tldeuno2021

[Alex Hixson @alexduffyyy]

@natalierenee316 @PlayBlooket Hey Natalie! I'm actually a para in our behavioral room so I don't lesson plan but they can be used for any lesson/activity from what I've understood from participating with students. It works similarly to kahoot but a bit more competitive if you can imagine :) #tldeuno2021

[Alex Hixson @alexduffyyy]

A2: Right now, probably like many of you, I'm loving @PlayBlooket, because one of my favorite ways to build relationships with students is through competition. Competition + comprehension = win-win! #tldeuno2021

[Alex Hixson @alexduffyyy]

@Miss_Denker Thank you!! As much as I love a good paper-pencil worksheet, one of the pros of ed tech are the better we're leaving the planet! On the days technology isn't my friend or when I forget my blue light glasses, that's one thing that keeps me grateful!

[Alex Hixson @alexduffyyy]

A1: It means using technology to ensure our students are up-to-date with its' capabilities so they can appropriately contribute to society. It means caring for the planet. It means being open-minded to a better, more efficient way of learning for a better future! #tldeuno2021

[Alex Hixson @alexduffyyy]

@tierra_hills Oh my goodness so awesome! I love that for you. #tldeuno2021

[Alex Hixson @alexduffyyy]

@GeorginaD_UNO Georgina! So good to see your name/virtual face again. This definition is GOLD. I love that you included parents and communities here. This is a game changer for future school counselors like us. Yay! #tldeuno2021

[Alex Hixson @alexduffyyy]

@tierra_hills 1st grade! Sara is her name! That's also a good point. Understanding that integrating technology looks different for each of us is key. #tldeuno2021

[Alex Hixson @alexduffyyy]

@Greta74489452 I love this idea, Greta! I learn best by watching and observing so I'll have to be sure to make that happen. #tldeuno2021

[Alex Hixson @alexduffyyy]

Intro: My name is Alex Hixson and I'm a para in the behavioral program at McMillian Middle School in the OPS district and will be a school counselor fall of 2022! I'm very uncomfortable using technology. I've only been working in a classroom in itself for 3 months! #tldeuno2021

[Alex Hixson @alexduffyyy]

@MsSchense Great advice! Rome wasn't built in a day :) #tldeuno2021