Sarah Van Belle

[Sarah Van Belle @svanbelle1]

A8: Marking... I'd rather be outside enjoying the sunshine on a walk. Spring Break plans include going south for some R&R. #bcedchat

[Sarah Van Belle @svanbelle1]

A7: Meetings... one thing I would want to ensure is knowing what's coming. I don't appreciate being caught off guard by a parent/colleague and not being adequately prepared to answer. #bcedchat

[Sarah Van Belle @svanbelle1]

A6: BYOD is a nice idea, but not realistic. We have to be careful about how we are using technology in our teaching. Rather than using devices for substitution, let's find ways to enhance learning and growth in 21st century skills. #bcedchat

[Sarah Van Belle @svanbelle1]

A4: Yes! Just read a book about technology and connection in our society and how it impacts the educational world. Sherry Turkle's Alone Together. Worth the read! #bcedchat

[Sarah Van Belle @svanbelle1]

@technolandy @sandramcaulay72 @bcedchat Timing - yes! I've wondered if the way we break up the year is the best.... Australia's calendar intrigues me- they take two week breaks throughout the year with a longer one in the summer.

[Sarah Van Belle @svanbelle1]

@bcedchat I'd say not having adequate support for the student needs in my classroom. Seems like the needs are ever increasing!

[Sarah Van Belle @svanbelle1]

@bcedchat Hi, I'm Sarah. I teach gr 6 and am currently working on a masters in special ed.... first time 'twitterchatting' here!

[Sarah Van Belle @svanbelle1]

@d_mulder Yes! Agreed. It's interesting though with the fact that multitasking is considered a valued skill. I'm not so sure! There is value in taking the time to deeply think and focus on one thing at a time. Too often we lose sight of this, and have trouble managing ourselves! #DC508

[Sarah Van Belle @svanbelle1]

Tablets as "procrastination stations"... Do you agree? I know for me, the ability to "multitask" while using technology is a distraction... with students and higher impulse control... this is an issue! Anyone else? https://t.co/cCTxUMpM1w #DC508

[Sarah Van Belle @svanbelle1]

"This is the platonic ideal of teaching, then: nothing getting in the way of the essential content I am dispensing." I have a hard time with this. Let's take the focus away from the content, and focus on the process of learning. #DC508 https://t.co/AzBoqMbJy9

[Sarah Van Belle @svanbelle1]

"If social media becomes an educational forum, then youth can gain respect and power." My thoughts: no way is this attainable to do in a pure sense. Thoughts? #DC508 https://t.co/cCTxUMpM1w

[Sarah Van Belle @svanbelle1]

Harmer's Article: As Argentinean secondary school teacher Vicky Saumell wrote on Facebook recently “I do lots of technology integration and I have to TEACH my teenagers how to do most things. They only know their FB and Twitter, and of course nothing about privacy issues.” #DC508

[Sarah Van Belle @svanbelle1]

@Josie_V_S_ This reminds me of the different diffusions of tech... specifically SAMR's first step. Good reminder to be creative and avoid simply using tech as a substitute. #DC508

[Sarah Van Belle @svanbelle1]

@FaithBierma I think about those students who have learning difficulties to begin with. Seems like an adding the challenge of learning how to use technology could overwhelm those kids even more (provided it isn't technology that aids in the ease of learning). #DC508

[Sarah Van Belle @svanbelle1]

"Online is a place for human contact but not intimacy." The stats of social media use in this article hit me! How do we combat the negative implications of social media? Are educators are responsible for this in the classroom? How Evil Is Tech? https://t.co/IqLtJuu0lt #DC508

[Sarah Van Belle @svanbelle1]

"Kids are just the same as they ever were; they just have new ways of expressing themselves." I think sometimes our expectations of kids interacting with each other has stayed the same as whenever we grew up. Times change and as a result so do we. https://t.co/11gBiO9ABo #DC508

[Sarah Van Belle @svanbelle1]

It’s not about the technology…or is it?https://t.co/E5Sz7CT58M via @gcouros "There are more ways to create that "light" in the eyes of kids because of the use of technology in some cases." Does creating "light" need to be technology centred? How else can we create light? #DC508

[Sarah Van Belle @svanbelle1]

Yep.

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Sorry 🤷‍♂️

[Sarah Van Belle @svanbelle1]

I think I've felt every single part of this pencil theory... #DC508
6 Ways Teachers Respond To Education Technology https://t.co/LkHMDWcLQk

[Sarah Van Belle @svanbelle1]

The first follower transforms a lone nut into a leader: - Derek Sivers #DC508