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michaelegriffin
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11/28/2012
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2:00 PM
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MT @Theteacherjames Your #eltchat topic in 50 seconds is How do you balance your personal/professional life as a teacher? cc @teacherphili
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MrChrisJWilson
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11/28/2012
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2:00 PM
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Hello #eltchat people
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MrChrisJWilson
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11/28/2012
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2:01 PM
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@theteacherjames just try to cull #eltchat!
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burcuakyol
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11/28/2012
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2:01 PM
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RT @theteacherjames: Your #eltchat topic in 2 min is: How do you balance your personal and professional life as a teacher?
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:01 PM
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@teflgeek Afternoon! #Eltchat
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teacherphili
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11/28/2012
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2:01 PM
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RT @theteacherjames: Your #eltchat topic in 2 min is: How do you balance your personal and professional life as a teacher?
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:01 PM
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@MrChrisJWilson Hi Chris. Glad to see #eltchat has survived your social media cull!
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:01 PM
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RT @theteacherjames: Your #eltchat topic is: How do you balance your personal and professional life as a teacher?
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:02 PM
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RT @burcuakyol: RT @theteacherjames: Our first #eltchat topic is: How do you balance your personal and professional life as a teacher?
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:02 PM
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This is a big question for many teachers, & especially those of us who do a lot of professional development. #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:02 PM
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RT @teflerinha: RT @theteacherjames: Your #eltchat topic is: How do you balance your personal and professional life as a teacher?
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:03 PM
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@miss_Trika Hi! #eltchat
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miss_Trika
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11/28/2012
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2:03 PM
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Hi #eltchat tweeps ;)
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BobK99
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11/28/2012
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2:03 PM
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RT @theteacherjames: [Today's] #eltchat topic... is: How do you balance your personal and professional life as a teacher? >Easy - no wk!:)
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:03 PM
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Do teachers have any kind of life that isn't professional? #Eltchat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:04 PM
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RT @teflgeek: Do teachers have any kind of life that isn't professional? #Eltchat
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EvocationEFL
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11/28/2012
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2:04 PM
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RT @teflerinha: RT @theteacherjames: Your #eltchat topic is: How do you balance your personal and professional life as a teacher?
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:04 PM
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RT @MrChrisJWilson: @theteacherjames just try to cull #eltchat! ] absolutely. Too much CPD can be counter-productive. Less can be more
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:04 PM
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I'm just going to confess here: I don't balance personal and professional. Or at least when I try to I do it badly. #eltchat
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teacherphili
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11/28/2012
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2:04 PM
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Work/Life balance is so important, but I, for one, am guilty of not getting it right. #ELTchat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:04 PM
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RT @theteacherjames: Your #eltchat topic in 2 min is: How do you balance your personal and professional life as a teacher?
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MrChrisJWilson
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11/28/2012
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2:04 PM
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#eltchat hum balance... I think my answer is...badly!
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:04 PM
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#eltchat Not sure that discovering blogs and twitter has helped with WLB- though it's fun and I've learnt a lot
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FrancesEales
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11/28/2012
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2:04 PM
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RT @MrChrisJWilson: @theteacherjames just try to cull #eltchat! And possibly twitter - my prof. time's shot up since joining! Only joking!
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MrChrisJWilson
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11/28/2012
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2:05 PM
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Maybe people need a minimalist approach to cpd ;) #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:05 PM
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#eltchat Don't always (usually) manage it, but think daily exercise, meditation, boundaries all important
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MrChrisJWilson
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11/28/2012
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2:05 PM
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@teflgeek I remember a blog you wrote a while back about teachers who "just do the job" relevant no? #eltchat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:05 PM
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RT @teacherphili: Work/Life balance is so important, but I, for one, am guilty of not getting it right. #ELTchat ] same here, sometimes
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:06 PM
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RT @teflgeek: @MrChrisJWilson yes - it was: Can you have a normal life and work in ELT? http://t.co/vTS7txU6 #eltchat
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:06 PM
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@MrChrisJWilson yes - it was: Can you have a normal life and work in ELT? http://t.co/vTS7txU6 #eltchat
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MrChrisJWilson
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11/28/2012
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2:06 PM
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RT @teflerinha: #eltchat Don't always (usually) manage it, but think daily exercise, meditation, boundaries all important
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:06 PM
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@teacherphili So why aren't you like that? #eltchat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:06 PM
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@theteacherjames @miss_Trika @mrchrisjwilson Not very well. Need 2 make an effort 2 do so o'wise consumes family time Hard2 manage #eltchat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:06 PM
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RT @MrChrisJWilson: Maybe people need a minimalist approach to cpd ;) #eltchat
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teacherphili
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11/28/2012
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2:06 PM
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I've always been a little envious of those who just turn up at work, do what is required of them, go home and leave the work behind #ELTchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:07 PM
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RT @MrChrisJWilson: I've definitely learnt the value of being still during the day, not rushing and filling my time. #eltchat >agree
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:07 PM
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@7Mrsjames @miss_Trika @mrchrisjwilson There's no easy answer to this, I'm afraid. Always a struggle. #eltchat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:07 PM
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@teacherphili so important tho, to have "me" and family time. big question is how? esp around assessment and report time #eltchat
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MrChrisJWilson
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11/28/2012
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2:07 PM
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I've definitely learnt the value of being still during the day, not rushing and filling my time. #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:07 PM
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@theteacherjames @teacherphili So, if we care, we work too hard? #eltchat #provocative
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:07 PM
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@teacherphili though I'm getting better at it. I set myself time limits for some things & switch off devices at the end of it :) #ELTchat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:07 PM
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@teacherphili I don't know, suggests to me they don't really care. #ELTchat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:08 PM
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RT @esolcourses: RT @teflgeek: @MrChrisJWilson can you have a normal life and work in ELT? http://t.co/vJFuAoHq #eltchat ] good article
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:08 PM
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RT @teflgeek: @MrChrisJWilson yes - it was: Can you have a normal life and work in ELT? http://t.co/vTS7txU6 #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:08 PM
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#eltchat Does teaching attract people who can't say no? #also provocative
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:08 PM
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RT @teflgeek: @MrChrisJWilson can you have a normal life and work in ELT? http://t.co/MHJK2mYs #eltchat ] good article
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:08 PM
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Looking forward to joining the #ELTChat in a bit. Just doing a little work and will join in 10 mins or so.
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MrChrisJWilson
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11/28/2012
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2:08 PM
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RT @teflgeek: @MrChrisJWilson yes - it was: Can you have a normal life and work in ELT? http://t.co/vTS7txU6 #eltchat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:08 PM
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@teflerinha @teacherphili It seems that way, doesn't it? #eltchat
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teacherphili
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11/28/2012
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2:08 PM
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@teflerinha been thinking about this today. Basic needs come first, and I forgot to be mindful and accepting in Vietnam.. #ELTchat
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:08 PM
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@MrChrisJWilson which also lead to "Working Conditions in ELT" http://t.co/8bnDvmgG #ELTchat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:09 PM
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So my personal life at the moment is zilch ...... #ELTchat :-)
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MPNEngaged
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11/28/2012
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2:09 PM
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RT @theteacherjames: Your #eltchat topic in 2 min is: How do you balance your personal and professional life as a teacher?
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MrChrisJWilson
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11/28/2012
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2:09 PM
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#eltchat one of the most important things for productivity is having a "not to do list" #eltchat
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BobK99
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11/28/2012
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2:09 PM
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RT @teflerinha: @theteacherjames @teacherphili So, if we care, we work too hard? #eltchat #provocative > Too much caring can burn you out
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FrancesEales
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11/28/2012
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2:09 PM
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When you’re new at something it tilts yr WLB. 1st yr teaching planning took huge amount of time. Also when new teacher trainer #eltchat
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:09 PM
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I think what annoyed me most at the time was the presumption that ALL my time be at the disposal of my employer #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:09 PM
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Hello everyone - sorry to be late !!! Our DELTA assessments started just now!!!! #ELTchat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:09 PM
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@teacherphili @teflerinha Yes, that's the word. #ELTchat
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dragonfly_edu
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11/28/2012
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2:09 PM
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I think the answer can be found in 'The Lazy Teacher's Handbook: how your pupils learn more when you teach less' by Jim Smith #ELTchat
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teacherphili
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11/28/2012
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2:09 PM
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@theteacherjames @teflerinha the word 'conscientious' springs to mind #ELTchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:09 PM
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@ELTExperiences Ho ho! #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:10 PM
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@teflerinha Are we born victims ? :-D #eltchat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:10 PM
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RT @miss_Trika: @7mrsjames @mrchrisjwilson Yes, thats right!. Sometimes i bring my work (assessment n report) to d house :( #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:10 PM
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RT @teflerinha: #eltchat Does teaching attract people who can't say no? #also provocative > Good question - sounds like Sex & the CIty :-D
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MrChrisJWilson
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11/28/2012
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2:10 PM
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I.e I will only spend 15mins on twitter a day not all day (except #eltchat :)
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:10 PM
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@Marisa_C Hiya! #ELTchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:10 PM
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@teflgeek Agree- one of my employers wanted me to literally live in the school (glorified hut in garden) #eltchat- said no though.
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:11 PM
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@esolcourses @Marisa_C @MrChrisJWilson but I think now I separate between "my job", "my professional life" and "my personal life" #eltchat
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BobK99
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11/28/2012
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2:11 PM
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@teflerinha #eltchat #also Quite possibly. Hmm.
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:11 PM
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@FrancesEales wish it would improve #addictedtolearning and #improvinglearning/enjoyment in classroom takes time #hardhabit2break #eltchat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:11 PM
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@Marisa_C @teflgeek @MrChrisJWilson granted, we all have 'busy' periods at certain times of year, but all year round is not on #eltchat
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:11 PM
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#ELTchat hello! Sorry to be late :-)
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:11 PM
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@miss_Trika Don't forget the #eltchat hashtag!
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:11 PM
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@Marisa_C But who has time for either on a full teaching contract ;) #eltchat
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David__Boughton
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11/28/2012
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2:11 PM
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RT @theteacherjames: Your #eltchat topic in 2 min is: How do you balance your personal and professional life as a teacher?
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miss_Trika
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11/28/2012
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2:12 PM
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@theteacherjames will do! :) Thx #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:12 PM
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#eltchat Typical TEFL life abroad contributes to poor WLB- late nights teaching , socialising w/ other ts and stds
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MrChrisJWilson
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11/28/2012
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2:12 PM
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RT @theteacherjames: @MrChrisJWilson I like that. I also advocate a "to done" list so you can appreciate what you have achieved. #eltchat
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:12 PM
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RT @MrChrisJWilson: Pretty old by my 10 tips for a teachers life #eltchat http://t.co/8wxuItrD
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FrancesEales
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11/28/2012
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2:12 PM
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RT @MrChrisJWilson: I.e I will only spend 15mins on twitter a day not all day (except #eltchat :) Yes, I'm trying this too. Addictive.
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:12 PM
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the job is only one aspect of my professional life. #eltchat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:12 PM
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@MrChrisJWilson I like that. I also advocate a "to done" list so you can appreciate what you have achieved. #eltchat
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MrChrisJWilson
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11/28/2012
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2:12 PM
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Pretty old by my 10 tips for a teachers life #eltchat http://t.co/8wxuItrD
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:12 PM
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@FrancesEales Agree that should expect to be super busy when doing sthg new- but shouldn't be way of life #eltchat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:13 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: @teflerinha Are we born victims ? :-D #eltchat teachers tend to be nice people - others sometimes play on our goodwill
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David__Boughton
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11/28/2012
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2:13 PM
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I think being a good (quick) lesson planner is first step to saving time. That includes saving ideas. #eltchat.
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:13 PM
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@Marisa_C @teflerinha Definitely, I have a reputation for it! http://t.co/GQaRe7ot #eltchat
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:13 PM
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RT @MrChrisJWilson: Pretty old by my 10 tips for a teachers life #eltchat http://t.co/tElKHjWq - Nice piece!
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:13 PM
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@TPMcDonald85 Work life balance..appropriately? #eltchat
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:13 PM
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@teflgeek @esolcourses @Marisa_C @MrChrisJWilson how do you do that? #ELTchat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:13 PM
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@miss_Trika @theteacherjames @MrChrisJWilson I mostly prepare at home! No time at school. #practicalclasses #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:13 PM
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RT @theteacherjames: @MrChrisJWilson I like that. I also advocate a "to done" list so you can appreciate what you have achieved. #eltchat
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TPMcDonald85
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11/28/2012
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2:13 PM
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Just managed to get on. What's the topic? #eltchat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:14 PM
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@teflgeek @Marisa_C @MrChrisJWilson I try and keep professional and personal separate too - online as well on some spaces, e.g. FB #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:14 PM
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It is good to switch your mobile/computer off every now and then and just spend a day away from everything. #ELTChat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:14 PM
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Do people who are freelancing find it more difficult to balance prof & pers life? I know I do bcz run my own business #ELTchat
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miss_Trika
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11/28/2012
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2:14 PM
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@7Mrsjames @theteacherjames @mrchrisjwilson Yes, me too. But i have to learn to say stop on this one so i'll have my own time #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:14 PM
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@David__Boughton Yes, gets easier to plan quickly w/ experience..also imp that activities worth time u spend preparing them! #eltchat
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:14 PM
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@yitzha_sarwono there's things I do that are for me, professionally, and things I do because it's my job #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:14 PM
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Okay, where are we with regards to the #ELTChat now. Am available now.
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FrancesEales
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11/28/2012
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2:14 PM
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Teaching and training can be v. creative and provide a great outlet for creativity so at its best is part of life for me, not work. #eltchat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:15 PM
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I think it's really important that we define the limits of our own commitment, not have them imposed on us. Then it's our choice. #eltchat
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MrChrisJWilson
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11/28/2012
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2:15 PM
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RT @ELTExperiences: It is good to switch your mobile/computer off every now and then and just spend a day away from everything. #ELTChat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:15 PM
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RT @teflgeek: RT @MrChrisJWilson: Pretty old by my 10 tips for a teachers life #eltchat http://t.co/tElKHjWq - Nice piece!
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MrChrisJWilson
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11/28/2012
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2:15 PM
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In all honesty my thoughts about productivity have changed. Now I don't think it's the be all and end all. I enjoy the moment more #eltchat
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TPMcDonald85
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11/28/2012
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2:15 PM
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@teflerinha I always keep Saturdays a free from work day if I can help it! #eltchat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:15 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: Do freelancers find it more difficult to balance prof & pers life? I know I do bcz run my own business #ELTchat ] I'd say so
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:15 PM
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@Marisa_C #eltchat I find it easier to manage WLB now bcos no boss breathing down my neck- manage my own workload
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:15 PM
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I am constantly thinking about lessons, materials and teaching when I am off and always blogging so it is a bit hard to stop. #ELTChat
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teacherphili
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11/28/2012
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2:15 PM
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@David__Boughton agreed. If I could mark (students') writing during the working day rather than at home -> would be good. #ELTchat
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:15 PM
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@FrancesEales @MrChrisJWilson yeah, that's my #addiction too! #ELTchat
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:16 PM
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@teflgeek ah okay :-)
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cybraryman1
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11/28/2012
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2:16 PM
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@MotherTongueSL: I have spelling bee links on My Spelling page: http://t.co/9fF9agnF #ELTchat #engchat #edchat
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Ratnavathy
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11/28/2012
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2:16 PM
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#ELTChat It's so tough getting my mind "off" work at times.
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:16 PM
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@phil3wade #eltchat Not good- unless v resiliant that kind of timetable leads to #burnout
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:16 PM
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@teflerinha @Marisa_C I also love what I do so I don't find what I enjoy work anymore. It is my hobby and I really enjoy blogging. #ELTChat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:16 PM
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@Marisa_C I think part of the problem is that when you are a freelancer there is no such thing as 'out of office' time ;-) #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:16 PM
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@ELTExperiences I used to be like that too esp early on in my career - now it's on automatic pilot :-D #ELTChat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:17 PM
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@Marisa_C It's generally an advantage to be freelance I think because you have more freedom to do things the way you wish. #ELTchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:17 PM
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As a family man, I have to spend time with wife and son. Apart from that, I am free to do what I love: teaching and blogging. #ELTChat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:17 PM
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#eltchat Who was it said Love what you do & you'll never have to work a day in your life?
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David__Boughton
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11/28/2012
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2:17 PM
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@teacherphili yes the marking is a different story. #eltchat
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:17 PM
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@MrChrisJWilson is that professional or personal mindfullness? ;) #eltchat
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betinapfreitas
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11/28/2012
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2:17 PM
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RT @teflerinha: #eltchat Don't always (usually) manage it, but think daily exercise, meditation, boundaries all important
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:17 PM
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@esolcourses @Marisa_C how can you be out of the office when you are constantly plugged in to Twitter and the like. #ELTChat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:17 PM
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@esolcourses #ELTChat I know!!! You have to make yoru own rules!
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:17 PM
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@phil3wade @esolcourses @Marisa_C @MrChrisJWilson make sure you know what's in your contract! #eltchat
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:18 PM
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Compartmentalising helps. Blocking out time in the week to focus on different things. #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:18 PM
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@PatrickAndrews @esolcourses @Marisa_C but sometimes turning down work isn't the same as not working that day. #ELTChat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:18 PM
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@PatrickAndrews @esolcourses @Marisa_C #eltchat Agreed, but have started 2b more ruthless- and haven't been out of work yet #famouslastwords
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:18 PM
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RT @PatrickAndrews: @esolcourses @Marisa_C It is difficult to turn work down if freelance. #eltchat
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:18 PM
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@Ratnavathy hi Ratna! Me too! Especially during new term! :-) #ELTchat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:18 PM
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@phil3wade @Marisa_C @teflgeek @MrChrisJWilson agree Phil... requires a bit of solidarity for it to work, perhaps? #eltchat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:18 PM
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@ELTExperiences @teflerinha @Marisa_C same, relaxing and affirming. The marking, lesson planning and reports take most time #eltchat
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PatrickAndrews
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11/28/2012
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2:18 PM
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@esolcourses @Marisa_C It is difficult to turn work down if freelance. #eltchat
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MrChrisJWilson
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11/28/2012
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2:19 PM
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@teflgeek both I guess! I heard someone comparing year 2000 productivity (do it all) with 2010 (do one thing well) #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:19 PM
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@Marisa_C but being constantly aware and developing yourself naturally with something you love is no longer a chore. #ELTChat
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phil3wade
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11/28/2012
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2:19 PM
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@teflgeek @esolcourses @Marisa_C @MrChrisJWilson #eltchat I hate the 'agrees to do extra work when needed' bit.Can=late nights/weekends.
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:19 PM
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RT @teflerinha: @PatrickAndrews @esolcourses @Marisa_C #eltchat Agreed, but have started 2b more ruthless- and haven't been out of work ...
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:19 PM
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RT @yitzha_sarwono: @teflgeek ah okay :-)
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elawassell
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11/28/2012
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2:19 PM
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RT @theteacherjames: Its generally an advantage to be freelance (..) you have more freedom to do things the way you wish. < Agree! #ELTchat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:19 PM
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RT @PatrickAndrews: @esolcourses @Marisa_C It is difficult to turn work down if freelance. #eltchat ] Can be. Depends on yr situation/skills
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:19 PM
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@esolcourses @phil3wade @Marisa_C @MrChrisJWilson I still think there's room to unionise TEFL... #eltchat
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prese1
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11/28/2012
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2:19 PM
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RT @teflerinha: #eltchat Who was it said Love what you do & you'll never have to work a day in your life?>> very true
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teacherphili
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11/28/2012
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2:19 PM
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@teflerinha confucius? #ELTchat
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:20 PM
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@Marisa_C @esolcourses my rule is to not friend my students' parents on messenger or I'll never get a rest :-) #ELTchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:20 PM
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#eltchat Think even if u love ur work not necessarily good for u 2 spend 2 much time on it. What do others think?
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:20 PM
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@MrChrisJWilson that's the problem isn't it? Teaching isn't just something we do, it's something we are... #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:20 PM
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β€@prese1: RT @teflerinha: #eltchat Who was it said Love what you do & you'll never have to work a day in your life?>> very trueβ€ like that
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jeeves_
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11/28/2012
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2:20 PM
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RT @theteacherjames: Please welcome @KerrCarolyn to the blogging world: Cracking the code: http://t.co/m6OagPOJ #eltchat. Great start Ca ...
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:20 PM
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So we have all these ppl talking about being freelance, but how can you become freelance? Where do you start? #ELTChat
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BobK99
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11/28/2012
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2:20 PM
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RT @ELTExperiences: ... how can you be out of the office when you are constantly plugged in to Twitter [etc] . #ELTChat >Erm, don't be? ;)
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:20 PM
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@theteacherjames @Marisa_C not always-I'm freelance but there're rules I've to obey@work - plus be in touch even on days off:( #ELTchat
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phil3wade
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11/28/2012
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2:20 PM
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@esolcourses @Marisa_C @teflgeek @MrChrisJWilson A strong union perhaps? Sit down strikes or pen down strikes? #eltchat
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FrancesEales
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11/28/2012
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2:21 PM
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RT @teflgeek: Blocking out time in the week to focus on different things. #eltchat Yes, tho easy to get distracted. Wish I could.
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:21 PM
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@ELTExperiences #eltchat With a big plunge into the unknown....
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:21 PM
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@ELTExperiences Work in belgium - you have no choice! #ELTChat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:21 PM
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RT @phil3wade: @esolcourses @Marisa_C @teflgeek @MrChrisJWilson A strong union perhaps? Sit down strikes or pen down strikes? #eltchat
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:21 PM
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RT @teflgeek: @MrChrisJWilson that's the problem isn't it? Teaching isn't just something we do, it's something we are... #eltchat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:21 PM
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Tips for being more productive with time as an educator? #eltchat How many hours a day would you spend on work? planning, teaching, marking
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:21 PM
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RT @yitzha_sarwono: @Marisa_C @esolcourses my rule is to not friend my students' parents on messenger or I'll never get a rest :-) #ELTchat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:21 PM
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@teflerinha @PatrickAndrews @Marisa_C @phil3wade @teflgeek @MrChrisJWilson easier to say no if you have in demand skills, perhaps? #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:22 PM
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#eltchat I do try to plan my week, and I always build in time for coffee with friends, chi gung, walks etc (though sometimes I don't manage)
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:22 PM
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@esolcourses @phil3wade @Marisa_C @MrChrisJWilson Someone shld be looking out for the needs of ELT teachers. No-one is. #eltchat
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:22 PM
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@teflerinha true. We need to balance our life and enrich it with many experiences that's kinda far from work #ELTchat
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MrChrisJWilson
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11/28/2012
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2:22 PM
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RT @teflgeek: @MrChrisJWilson that's the problem isn't it? Teaching isn't just something we do, it's something we are... #eltchat
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:23 PM
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RT @yitzha_sarwono: @teflerinha true. We need to balance our life and enrich it with many experiences that's kinda far from work #ELTchat
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Ratnavathy
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11/28/2012
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2:23 PM
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RT @yitzha_sarwono: @Marisa_C @esolcourses my rule is to not friend my students' parents on messenger or I'll never get a rest :-) #ELTchat
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:23 PM
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@MrChrisJWilson Me too! but it's not the lessons I find a problem. #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:23 PM
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β€@yitzha_sarwono: @teflerinha true. We need to balance our life and enrich it with many experiences that's kinda far from work #ELTchatβ€
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MrChrisJWilson
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11/28/2012
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2:23 PM
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@teflgeek not at 10pm on Friday though #eltchat
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:23 PM
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RT @7Mrsjames: Tips for being more productive with time as an educator? #eltchat How many hours a day would you spend on work? planning, ...
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elawassell
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11/28/2012
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2:23 PM
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@AnnaMusielak you mean in touch with students? As a freelancer I choose if I want to be in touch or have holidays :-) #ELTchat
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:23 PM
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@yitzha_sarwono @Marisa_C @esolcourses true-my ss 's parents need to have my mobile number;) That's tough sometimes;( #ELTchat
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phil3wade
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11/28/2012
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2:23 PM
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@teflgeek @esolcourses @Marisa_C @MrChrisJWilson An ELT Batman maybe or Avengers? #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:23 PM
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RT @teflerinha: #eltchat I do try to plan my week, and I always build in time for coffee with friends, chi gung, walks etc (though somet ...
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TPMcDonald85
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11/28/2012
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2:23 PM
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I've been advised to make a timetable and set limits for doing work type things. It's hard to switch off though #eltchat
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MrChrisJWilson
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11/28/2012
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2:23 PM
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@teflgeek it's also the blessing though. We get to do what we are. I regularly come out of lessons energised #eltchat
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BobK99
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11/28/2012
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2:23 PM
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RT @teflgeek: @esolcourses @phil3wade @Marisa_C @MrChrisJWilson I still think there's room to unionise TEFL... #eltchat >Worldwd? Gd luck:)
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:23 PM
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It was @nmkrobinson who mentioned the Pomodero technique at #EnglishUK - makes you more productive. Worth considering. #ELTChat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:23 PM
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@phil3wade @Marisa_C @teflgeek @MrChrisJWilson joining a union is certainly recommended I'd say. Passive resistance can work too :) #ELTChat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:23 PM
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@teflerinha agree! can b consuming as I've found this year family time suffers in a way time pressure good to encourage time m'ment #eltchat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:24 PM
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For me, my professional development activities are also my hobbies. I prefer blogging to watching TV - sad but true! #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:24 PM
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@ELTExperiences #eltchat Do you switch off on holiday or still think about lessons, go on twitter etc?
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MrChrisJWilson
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11/28/2012
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2:24 PM
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@7Mrsjames best tip. Stop multitasking. #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:24 PM
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I look forward to the holidays now and feel more relaxed when I reflect on how productive I have been. #ELTChat
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:24 PM
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RT @teflgeek: @MrChrisJWilson that's the problem isn't it? Teaching isn't just something we do, it's something we are... #eltchat
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phil3wade
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11/28/2012
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2:24 PM
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@BobK99 @teflgeek @esolcourses @Marisa_C @MrChrisJWilson #eltchat They need BC accreditation abroad too so evone has CELTA at least.
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:24 PM
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@theteacherjames @ELTExperiences I'm in Sydney Australia by freelance do you mean casual/relief teacher? #eltchat not permanent at 1school?
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:25 PM
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@teflerinha @ELTExperiences I teach about lessons nonstop it seems;) hard to stop! #ELTchat
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prese1
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11/28/2012
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2:25 PM
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@7Mrsjames @theteacherjames @ELTExperiences working for more than one employer #eltchat
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InglesnaRede
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11/28/2012
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2:25 PM
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@theteacherjames Me too! #eltchat
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David__Boughton
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11/28/2012
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2:25 PM
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What about technology to help with time management. Any suggestions? #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:25 PM
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@teflerinha I still return to Twitter but usually in the evenings to post a few things. Too addictive. #ELTChat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:25 PM
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@7Mrsjames I teach adults, so by freelance I mean without an employer, doing my own taxes etc. #eltchat
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FrancesEales
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11/28/2012
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2:25 PM
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RT @MrChrisJWilson: @teflgeek it's also the blessing though.We get to do what we are. I regularly come out of lessons energised #eltchat Yes
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:25 PM
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@yitzha_sarwono Putting a intersting idea here; important to have a life so u know abt life first hand.... a:-) #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:25 PM
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@7Mrsjames @theteacherjames when referring to 'freelance' there are many different things to consider. Authoring, examining, etc. #ELTChat
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:25 PM
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@elawassell yes Ela -I cooperate with a private school and being in touch with parents/school/ss is part of my duties #ELTChat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:25 PM
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@phil3wade @teflerinha @PatrickAndrews @Marisa_C @teflgeek @MrChrisJWilson resisting exploitation better, rather than striking #ELTChat
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elawassell
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11/28/2012
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2:25 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: @esolcourses #ELTChat I know!!! You have to make yoru own rules!
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:25 PM
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RT @teflgeek: @MrChrisJWilson that's the problem isn't it? Teaching isn't just something we do, it's something we are... #eltchat
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:25 PM
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@BobK99 yeah I know. But a kid can dream can't he? #eltchat
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:26 PM
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@AnnaMusielak @teflerinha @ELTExperiences think about lessons not teach -sorry;) #ELTchat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:26 PM
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@phil3wade @teflerinha @PatrickAndrews @Marisa_C @teflgeek @MrChrisJWilson "I'll do it when I have time" (which will be never ;-) #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:26 PM
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@ELTExperiences That's our problem - when u love teaching you dont' think u re working! #ELTChat
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northstarelt
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11/28/2012
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2:26 PM
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Whilst authentic listening is trending, try this amazing service from an expert http://t.co/uw0HT0aV #tesol #tesolfr #eltchat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:26 PM
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@teflerinha @ELTExperiences yes some days but others collecting resources, catching up on work/filing etc not done during term time #eltchat
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dragonfly_edu
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11/28/2012
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2:26 PM
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@BobK99 @ELTExperiences Professional & Personal lives are overlapping - imagine students/teachers microblogging on twitter in class #ELTchat
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:26 PM
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@phil3wade I wouldn't say BC accreditation is a guarantee of anything in particular from a teacher's perspective #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:26 PM
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@David__Boughton #eltchat There are programmes to switch off your internet access while working, aren't there? #couldn'tbearit
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:26 PM
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@InglesnaRede I think there's a lot of us here! #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:27 PM
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@ELTExperiences we are gpong to stay away from that and suggest ways of getting more balance - eg. by joininng a dance group or sth #ELTChat
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michaelegriffin
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11/28/2012
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2:27 PM
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RT @MrChrisJWilson: @7Mrsjames best tip. Stop multitasking. #eltchat
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:27 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: @ELTExperiences That's our problem - when u love teaching you dont' think u re working! #ELTChat
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miss_Trika
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11/28/2012
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2:27 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: @ELTExperiences That's our problem - when u love teaching you dont' think u re working! #ELTChat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:27 PM
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@teflerinha @ELTExperiences On my last holiday I did lots of blogging. I'm in deep here... #eltchat
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InglesnaRede
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11/28/2012
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2:27 PM
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@theteacherjames Indeed! The time to pass something interesting in TV was over... #eltchat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:27 PM
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@prese1 @theteacherjames @ELTExperiences thanks :) #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:27 PM
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So what are we going to focus now on #ELTChat? How about technology supporting #CPD and reflection from the classroom?
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:27 PM
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RT @MrChrisJWilson: @7Mrsjames best tip. Stop multitasking. #eltchat
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:27 PM
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@esolcourses yeah, I didn't have striking in mind per se, more collective bargaining and setting of standards #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:28 PM
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@Marisa_C so is it worth maintaining a hobby? #ELTChat
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elawassell
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11/28/2012
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2:28 PM
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RT @theteacherjames: @7Mrsjames I teach adults, so by freelance I mean without an employer, doing my own taxes etc. <-- me too :-)
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:28 PM
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@theteacherjames @ELTExperiences Yes,you are- you can get help, you know ;) #eltchat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:28 PM
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@phil3wade @teflerinha @PatrickAndrews @Marisa_C @teflgeek @MrChrisJWilson always a risk - but lack of balance can lead to burnout #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:28 PM
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I received some magazines from @maryglasgow today, looked at it and immediately thought "This would work really well in class". #ELTChat
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BobK99
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11/28/2012
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2:28 PM
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@teflerinha #eltchat Smal world - just back from chi gung myself:)
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:28 PM
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#eltchat I think because we generally enjoy teaching, we don't mind hard work- but if job isn't enjoyable it becomes purgatory
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:29 PM
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I personally enjoy mountain biking and love getting outside with my bike. I go cycling and turn my MP3 player on.Β #ELTChat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:29 PM
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@teflerinha @ELTExperiences :-) I was sitting in the sun on the balcony with a refreshing beverage, if that makes it better? #nope #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:29 PM
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@BobK99 #eltchat And @philwade and @FrancesEales also fans of #chigung
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:29 PM
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@AnnaMusielak @Marisa_C @esolcourses yes it was at first #ELTchat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:29 PM
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RT @ELTExperiences: @Marisa_C what if your hobby is #ELT? What if you hobby is blogging? Can it become a bit too obsessive? #ELTChat maybe
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ChendeepBenning
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11/28/2012
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2:29 PM
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RT @teflgeek: @MrChrisJWilson that's the problem isn't it? Teaching isn't just something we do, it's something we are... #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:29 PM
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@Marisa_C what if your hobby is #ELT? What if you hobby is blogging? Can it become a bit too obsessive? #ELTChat
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FrancesEales
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11/28/2012
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2:29 PM
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RT @FrancesEales: What about people teaching 25+ contact hrs a wk ? Like many of us do or did. How to cope? #eltchat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:29 PM
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@MrChrisJWilson focus on one task at a time true. trouble is some tasks take a while, interruptions, working w others etc #eltchat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:29 PM
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RT @phil3wade: @teflgeek @esolcourses @Marisa_C @MrChrisJWilson An ELT Batman maybe or Avengers? #eltchat ] LOL!
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:29 PM
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RT @ELTExperiences: @Marisa_C so is it worth maintaining a hobby? #ELTChat > YES! or playing some games
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:29 PM
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@ELTExperiences @Marisa_C #eltchat I think outside interests are really important- with emphasis on outside, actually
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:30 PM
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@esolcourses @ELTExperiences @Marisa_C a hobby is whatever makes you happy :) #eltchat
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teacherphili
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11/28/2012
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2:30 PM
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The digital resident who writes blogs and maintains a high online presence keeps having to 'stay on top' and 'feed the machine' #ELTchat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:30 PM
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@phil3wade @teflerinha @PatrickAndrews @Marisa_C @teflgeek @MrChrisJWilson if ppl are willing to do that tho it perpetuates problem #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:30 PM
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@theteacherjames @teflerinha that sounds lovely. I love being able to relax, listen to music … and then blog. #ELTChat
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PatrickAndrews
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11/28/2012
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2:30 PM
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@teflerinha @ELTExperiences @Marisa_C It is important to have outside interests. Otherwise we cannot empathise with learners #eltchat
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phil3wade
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11/28/2012
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2:30 PM
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@esolcourses @teflgeek @Marisa_C @MrChrisJWilson I'm signing u up Sue.We need a cave maybe and cool suits.Oh,special powers 2! #eltchat
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miss_Trika
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11/28/2012
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2:30 PM
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I agree with u β€@teflerinha: #eltchat Re: enjoy teaching,don't mind hard work
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:30 PM
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@phil3wade but BC is direct competitor of many language schools. That's like Microsoft setting regulations for tech industry #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:30 PM
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@theteacherjames @ELTExperiences Marginally... #eltchat (not that I'm one to judge)
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:30 PM
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I think it's important (but hard4me) to know the role of parents' (when teaching YL) - we're not resonsible4everything-"just" ET #ELTchat
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elawassell
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11/28/2012
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2:30 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: @ELTExperiences Thats our problem - when u love teaching you dont think u re working! <<< True! #ELTchat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:31 PM
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@theteacherjames @teflerinha @ELTExperiences From down under- may be simple question, but what does #eltchat stand for?
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PatrickAndrews
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11/28/2012
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2:31 PM
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@PatrickAndrews @teflerinha @ELTExperiences @Marisa_C ...and we will lose our minds :-). ELT is interesting but other things too #eltchat
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:31 PM
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@phil3wade besides - why can't IATEFL take on the mantle? #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:31 PM
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@miss_Trika #eltchat It's great to have a job you love- but still need to be careful not to #burnout- been there.
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:31 PM
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@ELTExperiences @teflerinha Thank you, it was! #ELTChat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:32 PM
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@teflerinha @miss_Trika tips to reduce #burnout? be strong? clear on what u can do in time given? ask 4 support if required? others #eltchat
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:32 PM
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RT @teflerinha: @miss_Trika #eltchat It's great to have a job you love- but still need to be careful not to #burnout- been there.
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:32 PM
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@7Mrsjames @theteacherjames @teflerinha #ELTChat means "English Language Teacher Chat" and is a weekly discussion on Twitter.
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:32 PM
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@7Mrsjames @theteacherjames @ELTExperiences English language teaching chat #eltchat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:32 PM
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@7Mrsjames English language teaching chat. http://t.co/GSzX7JqZ - check us out! #eltchat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:32 PM
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@phil3wade @phil3wade @teflgeek @Marisa_C @MrChrisJWilson as long as the cave has wi-fi, count me in. Bagsie the coolest outfit :) #eltchat
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:32 PM
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@ELTExperiences @theteacherjames @teflerinha I wish I knew how to relax;) I seem to have forgotten how to do it;) #ELTchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:32 PM
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@PatrickAndrews @ELTExperiences @Marisa_C > Yes, agree absolutely #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:32 PM
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@teflerinha @miss_Trika make time for yourself, your family and friends. Otherwise ppl will start to think you are unsociable. #ELTChat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:33 PM
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@AnnaMusielak @ELTExperiences @theteacherjames #eltchat Relaxing actually takes some discipline and practice sometimes #mindfulness
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:33 PM
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@theteacherjames @AnnaMusielak my wife does crocheting in her spare time and she is constantly working. #ELTChat
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:33 PM
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TED talk on the Work Life Balance: http://t.co/NO6SKUp6 #eltchat
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:33 PM
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@AnnaMusielak agree! And I think @miss_Trika would agree too :-) #ELTchat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:33 PM
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@AnnaMusielak Sewing? #ELTchat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:34 PM
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@theteacherjames me too but I like online scrabble and backgammon games #eltchat #mindfulness
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:34 PM
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@teflerinha @AnnaMusielak @ELTExperiences I'm terrible at relaxing. I always have to be 'doing' something, ELT or not. #eltchat #mindfulness
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:34 PM
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RT @teflerinha: @AnnaMusielak @ELTExperiences @theteacherjames #eltchat Relaxing actually takes some discipline and practice sometimes # ...
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:34 PM
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RT @teflgeek: TED talk on the Work Life Balance: http://t.co/NO6SKUp6 #eltchat
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JosetteLB
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11/28/2012
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2:34 PM
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RT @teflerinha: @AnnaMusielak @ELTExperiences @theteacherjames #eltchat Relaxing actually takes some discipline and practice sometimes # ...
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:34 PM
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@theteacherjames @AnnaMusielak I used to knit! Now, my new passion is snorkelling & diving :-) #ELTchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:34 PM
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I hate to admit it but I like to go outside and in the evenings go on my PS3 to play a few games. I find this relaxing. #ELTChat
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:34 PM
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@theteacherjames All those sharp needles;) Running is safer;)
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JosetteLB
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11/28/2012
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2:34 PM
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RT @teflerinha: @miss_Trika #eltchat It's great to have a job you love- but still need to be careful not to #burnout- been there.
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:35 PM
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@Marisa_C - @jemjemgardner just introduced me to backgammon - I love it! #eltchat
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:35 PM
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RT @theteacherjames: I'm terrible at relaxing. I always have to be 'doing' something, ELT or not. #eltchat #mindfulness - Me too!
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:35 PM
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@theteacherjames @AnnaMusielak @ELTExperiences #eltchat Have you tried walking meditation?- good for people who hate sitting still.
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BobK99
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11/28/2012
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2:35 PM
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RT @teflgeek: @esolcourses .... collectv bargaining and setting of standards #eltchat >My pa tht lk that when founding ACTT - soon learnt:)
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:35 PM
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I also like to go to restaurants or go to b'day parties. It is so nice to stop thinking about work #ELTChat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:35 PM
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@teflerinha @theteacherjames @ELTExperiences Thanks guys :) we have #ozengchat on Tues 830pm AEST #storify http://t.co/y3QkwTCE #eltchat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:36 PM
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@teflerinha @AnnaMusielak @ELTExperiences As I said to @mkofab, I don't have time for outdoors, all the good stuff is indoors! #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:36 PM
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It is nice to travel as well. You go on holiday, take local pictures and then you realise that they could be great for #ELTPics. #ELTChat
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:36 PM
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@BobK99 ACTT? #eltchat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:36 PM
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Another great chat us Aussies have is #teacherwellbeingchat Sunday nights approx 9pm AEST #eltchat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:36 PM
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@teacherphili Not sure I agree. Might the pressure to 'feed the machine' be a little bit self-imposed? #eltchat
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teacherphili
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11/28/2012
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2:36 PM
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RT @teflerinha: @theteacherjames @AnnaMusielak @ELTExperiences #eltchat Have you tried walking meditation?- good for people who hate sit ...
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:36 PM
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@AnnaMusielak @ELTExperiences @theteacherjames @teflerinha Ania, you love doing craft right? I find it relaxing to see your works #ELTchat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:36 PM
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But I feel guilty bcause my recreation activity should be off line really to get a healthy life balance! #ELTchat
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:36 PM
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@theteacherjames @teflerinha @ELTExperiences Me too;) Feel like I'm wasting my time relaxing;) And I know I shudnt feel like that!
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:37 PM
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RT @teflerinha: @miss_Trika #eltchat It's great to have a job you love- but still need to be careful not to #burnout- been there.
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FrancesEales
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11/28/2012
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2:37 PM
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RT @FrancesEales: @ELTExperiences Walking, singing, anything to do with boats and away from screens and of course Qi Gong for me! #eltchat
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phil3wade
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11/28/2012
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2:37 PM
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@esolcourses @teflerinha @PatrickAndrews @Marisa_C @teflgeek @MrChrisJWilson I know but he needed the job.We need 2 stick together #eltchat
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:37 PM
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RT @teflerinha: @AnnaMusielak @ELTExperiences @theteacherjames #eltchat Relaxing actually takes some discipline and practice sometimes # ...
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:37 PM
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@theteacherjames @teflerinha @AnnaMusielak @mkofab you could try cycling to work. It is really nice to have the wind in your hair. #ELTChat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:37 PM
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@esolcourses @teacherphili #eltchat > Agree- I think we can (OK, I can) be sometimes driven by fear/anxiety to do more and more.
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:38 PM
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@FrancesEales @esolcourses how can we all get togther & sing ? #eltchat #burnout
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:38 PM
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@teflerinha @AnnaMusielak @ELTExperiences Even if I go for a walk in the park I have to have a podcast on to make it feel worth it. #eltchat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:38 PM
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@ELTExperiences I love photography, gardening, playing w my 3 kids, entertaining ..+ digital learning/twitter/instagram/blogging :) #eltchat
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PatrickAndrews
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11/28/2012
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2:38 PM
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@Marisa_C Thaink all outside activities help us to be better teachers (eg I am a football coach - parallels to teaching #eltchat
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teacherphili
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11/28/2012
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2:38 PM
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@esolcourses yes, choice is probably in there. I was regurgitating point David White made about diff betwn digital resident/visitor #ELTchat
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:38 PM
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@yitzha_sarwono @ELTExperiences @theteacherjames @teflerinha Icha TY! But while doing craftsI think abt how to use it in classroom! #eltchat
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:38 PM
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@ELTExperiences hahaha that is so me! #ELTchat #eltpics
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:38 PM
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@phil3wade and your course was accredited - but was your job discussed much? #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:38 PM
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@7Mrsjames will check you out :-) #teacherwellbeingchat #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:38 PM
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@FrancesEales @ELTExperiences > Agree, except for the boats bit #notagoodsailor #eltchat
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phil3wade
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11/28/2012
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2:38 PM
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@esolcourses @teflgeek @Marisa_C @MrChrisJWilson ESOL GIRL! #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:39 PM
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@theteacherjames @teflerinha @AnnaMusielak @rickygervais listen to Karl Pilkington on your podcast and then have a short chuckle. #ELTChat
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:39 PM
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@7Mrsjames @ELTExperiences oh I love your instagram! :-) #ELTchat
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TPMcDonald85
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11/28/2012
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2:39 PM
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Not having a TV has helped my work/life balance. #eltchat More time for fun things!
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:39 PM
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@PatrickAndrews great idea - i love swimming but no swimming pool nearby #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:39 PM
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@theteacherjames @AnnaMusielak @ELTExperiences So you're not really there.... #mindfulness #irritatinglysmug (me) #eltchat
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jo_cummins
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11/28/2012
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2:39 PM
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horribly late for #eltchat due to putting my toddler down for a nap, work/life balance priorities!
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:39 PM
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For me it's hard not to worry about my students and their problems...I'm really close with all of them! #ELTchat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:40 PM
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@TPMcDonald85 oh i have given up watching TV! Too much to do! #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:40 PM
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@TPMcDonald85 #eltchat Yes, TV is a great eater of time- we just sit there as if in a trance - I do like it though!
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:40 PM
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@teflerinha @AnnaMusielak @ELTExperiences I have a lot of work to do on that front! #eltchat
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dragonfly_edu
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11/28/2012
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2:40 PM
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Can teachers have a work-life balance? #ELTchat http://t.co/qfLHHLEo
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FrancesEales
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11/28/2012
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2:41 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: @FrancesEales @esolcourses how can we all get togther & sing ? #eltchat #burnout Start a virtual elt choir?
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teacherphili
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11/28/2012
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2:41 PM
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@teflerinha @esolcourses sometimes I feel like I'm 'falling behind' but it is prob only a perception, not the reality. #ELTchat #Depressed
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:41 PM
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RT @teflgeek: TED talk on the Work Life Balance: http://t.co/NO6SKUp6 #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:41 PM
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@jo_cummins #eltchat No problem- life comes first or should
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:41 PM
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RT @dragonfly_edu: Can teachers have a work-life balance? #ELTchat http://t.co/qfLHHLEo
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jo_cummins
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11/28/2012
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2:41 PM
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Actually, having a small child I seem to have the opposite problem to most of you, I don't have as much time to work as I'd like! #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:41 PM
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RT @dragonfly_edu: Can teachers have a work-life balance? #ELTchat http://t.co/qfLHHLEo
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:42 PM
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RT @ELTExperiences: @jo_cummins I have the same problem as well. Not enough time to juggle everything with work and parenting. #ELTChat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:42 PM
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RT @FrancesEales: @esolcourses how can we all get togther & sing ? #eltchat #burnout Start a virtual elt choir? > How? Ideas?
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:42 PM
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@Marisa_C Will see you there one time ") I participate Louiza runs it @equilibriumctc #eltchat #teacherwellbeingchat
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:42 PM
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@AnnaMusielak yeah, especially a kindergarten teacher like me. #ELTchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:42 PM
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@teacherphili @esolcourses Know exactly what you mean, but think it's definitely a perception- isn't everything?! #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:42 PM
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@jo_cummins I have the same problem as well. Not enough time to juggle everything with work and parenting. #ELTChat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:42 PM
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RT @phil3wade: @esolcourses @teflgeek @Marisa_C @MrChrisJWilson ESOL GIRL! #eltchat ] Tagline: "To infinitives, and beyond!"
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:42 PM
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@Marisa_C @TPMcDonald85 I promised myself to watch at least 30 minutes of TV (sth funny - like Friends) to take my mind off #ELTchat
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BobK99
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11/28/2012
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2:43 PM
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RT @teflgeek: @phil3wade like Microsoft setting regulations for tech industry #eltchat . They Do - try, at least:( (Luckily thr kept in chk)
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:43 PM
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@jo_cummins #eltchat Been there..gets easier, just enjoy it (if you can say that about sleepness nights etc)
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:43 PM
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RT @ELTExperiences: RT @dragonfly_edu: Can teachers have a work-life balance? #ELTchat http://t.co/ncCi9IKi
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:43 PM
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@yitzha_sarwono @ELTExperiences Thanks Yitzha! And yours- so good to connect at the international #teachmeet last year! #eltchat
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:43 PM
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RT @esolcourses: ESOL GIRL! #eltchat ] Tagline: "To infinitives, and beyond!"
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PatrickAndrews
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11/28/2012
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2:43 PM
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@jo_cummins But you doubtless gain much more from this than any work on every level #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:43 PM
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@AnnaMusielak @Marisa_C @TPMcDonald85 #eltchat yes, humour and laughing is great for getting some perspective back
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:44 PM
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@BobK99 @phil3wade yes, but they shouldn't be allowed to - this my main objection to BC being given regulatory powers #eltchat
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:44 PM
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@yitzha_sarwono Icha so true! You're close with the kiddies and their parents so we naturally worry abt them:( They're so little! #ELTchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:44 PM
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@MarjorieRosenbe @AnnaMusielak @theteacherjames @teflerinha but I think it is a good indication that we are professional. #ELTChat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:44 PM
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RT @teacherphili: @teflerinha I'm sure we all feel like that sometimes, Phil. Especially when struggling with heavy workloads #ELTchat
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:45 PM
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@AnnaMusielak @Marisa_C @TPMcDonald85 I watch TV to get closer to my ss.God forbids I don't know who Team Migumi is!lol #ELTchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:45 PM
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@KerrCarolyn #eltchat Not many lesson prep ideas so far..
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KerrCarolyn
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11/28/2012
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2:45 PM
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#Eltchat - sorry I'm late - what do people do to make themselves more effective? Recycle lessons, reduce prep time?
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teacherphili
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11/28/2012
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2:45 PM
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David White Prezi on Digital Residents/Visitors - http://t.co/zdOx1H7G - which I think is relevant to 'digital' work/life balance #ELTchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:45 PM
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MT @teacherphili: The David White Prezi on Digital Residents/Visitors - http://t.co/zxEMQlTP - 'digital' work/life balance #eltchat
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jo_cummins
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11/28/2012
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2:45 PM
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@PatrickAndrews oh, absolutely! just frustrating sometimes as this isn't the easiest industry to balance kids with #eltchat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:46 PM
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@Marisa_C @PatrickAndrews always good to "clear the cobwebs" and just walk #getsomevitaminD :) #eltchat physical activity needed 4 soul+mind
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:46 PM
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@KerrCarolyn #eltchat Think focusing lessons where we don't spend an hour for 5 mins lesson time does certainly help
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:46 PM
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RT @KerrCarolyn: #Eltchat - sorry I'm late - what do people do to make themselves more effective? Recycle lessons, reduce prep time?
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prese1
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11/28/2012
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2:46 PM
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@KerrCarolyn recycle,revamp...gets easier the more lessons you have under your belt #eltchat
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marcusmurilo
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11/28/2012
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2:46 PM
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RT @dragonfly_edu: Can teachers have a work-life balance? #ELTchat http://t.co/qfLHHLEo
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KerrCarolyn
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11/28/2012
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2:46 PM
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@teflerinha #ELTchat - I've started making power points for all my lessons after going to a Reduce Reuse Recycle seminar
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:46 PM
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I like to blog lesson ideas/materials to help develop my interest. #ELTChat
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jo_cummins
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11/28/2012
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2:46 PM
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@teflerinha I know, it won't be forever and it goes so quickly so just trying to stay a bit in touch with #eltworld at mo! #eltchat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:47 PM
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@yitzha_sarwono @AnnaMusielak @Marisa_C @TPMcDonald85 Great justification! Love it! #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:47 PM
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RT @KerrCarolyn: @teflerinha #ELTchat - I've started making power points for all my lessons after going to a Reduce Reuse Recycle seminar
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:47 PM
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@jo_cummins #eltchat And small children great for seeing language acquisition in process!
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:47 PM
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@KerrCarolyn @teflerinha Powerpoints for all your lessons - how does that work? #ELTchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:47 PM
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RT @FrancesEales: How abt a real break to eat & talk & not just snatch food betwn teaching? Sometimes I'd never leave the building. #eltchat
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:47 PM
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@Marisa_C @FrancesEales @esolcourses using Voicethreads? ;-) #virtualchoir #ELTchat
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rosemerebard
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11/28/2012
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2:47 PM
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@Marisa_C @yitzha_sarwono @teflerinha reading and relating to that Marisa. It feels like my body, mind & soul into working. #ELTchat
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TPMcDonald85
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11/28/2012
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2:47 PM
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@teflerinha @AnnaMusielak @Marisa_C I feel like most of my time is spent looking at a screen. Life needs to be off screen #eltchat
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KerrCarolyn
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11/28/2012
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2:47 PM
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@prese1 #eltchat - what tools do you use for this?
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jo_cummins
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11/28/2012
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2:48 PM
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@teflerinha He's just getting his first words! SO exciting for me as a linguist ;) #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:48 PM
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Blogging, podcasts, interviews, reading, etc helps me get ideas for lessons. #ELTChat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:48 PM
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@ELTExperiences @FrancesEales #eltchat Yes, this is really important. Last place I worked NO_ONE took a lunch break except me #feltguilty
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:48 PM
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RT @7Mrsjames: @Marisa_C @PatrickAndrews always good to "clear the cobwebs" and just walk #getsomevitaminD :) #eltchat physical activity ...
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MarjorieRosenbe
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11/28/2012
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2:48 PM
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Just finished with a group-trying to catch up. have to admit that TV is a great relaxer. Also keeps me up to date on language. #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:48 PM
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RT @teflgeek: got to go - time to leave "my professional life" and get back to "my job".... thanks for a great #eltchat all.
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prese1
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11/28/2012
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2:48 PM
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@KerrCarolyn #eltchat I file lessons away ...the internet is also very helpful
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:48 PM
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@yitzha_sarwono @Marisa_C @TPMcDonald85 so true!We have2keep up with our ss.Even if it means knowing how to dance Gangam Style;) #ELTchat
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teflgeek
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11/28/2012
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2:48 PM
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got to go - time to leave "my professional life" and get back to "my job".... thanks for a great #eltchat all.
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:49 PM
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@ELTExperiences @FrancesEales Yes, we're really bad at this in the uk #eltchat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:49 PM
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RT @teflerinha: @KerrCarolyn #eltchat Think focusing lessons where we don't spend an hour for 5 mins lesson time does certainly help
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:49 PM
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@teflerinha @FrancesEales I remember in Korea, it was a daily ritual to go to restaurants with co-workers. #ELTChat
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MarjorieRosenbe
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11/28/2012
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2:49 PM
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Forgot hash tag-any way to edit tweets? #eltchat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:49 PM
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@Marisa_C @TPMcDonald85 or watch a movie..except when I couldn't help myself +watched #waitingforsuperman was in tears. emotional #eltchat
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MarjorieRosenbe
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11/28/2012
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2:50 PM
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A walk can be therapeutic. I work from the bus to the uni and really like it. #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:50 PM
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@ELTExperiences @FrancesEales Ah, see what you mean- that's not so good #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:50 PM
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@KerrCarolyn try listening to music and podcasts. It can be really helpful. #ELTChat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:50 PM
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@MarjorieRosenbe copy them repaste with hashtag :) #eltchat
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petervdbroeck
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11/28/2012
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2:50 PM
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@KerrCarolyn #eltchat Delegate. Pass on the monkey. :-)
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:50 PM
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@AnnaMusielak lol what's that style? Never heard of it! Am SOOOOO behind!!!! #ELTchat
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prese1
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11/28/2012
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2:50 PM
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@KerrCarolyn @teflerinha #eltchat I don't always have access to a data projector + laptop
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KerrCarolyn
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11/28/2012
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2:50 PM
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@ELTExperiences #Eltchat - any recommendations?
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:50 PM
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@AnnaMusielak yes and I've been with some of them since they were 3yo too! Still,no messenger with parents ;-) #ELTchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:50 PM
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@teflerinha @FrancesEales but it wasn't easy to get away from the work crowd. It was so difficult to switch off. I burnt out. #ELTChat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:51 PM
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RT @7Mrsjames: @Marisa_C @PatrickAndrews always good to "clear the cobwebs" and just walk #getsomevitaminD :) #eltchat physical activity ...
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:51 PM
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RT @MarjorieRosenbe: A walk can be therapeutic. I work from the bus to the uni and really like it. #eltchat > I should walk more!
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jo_cummins
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11/28/2012
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2:51 PM
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Not sure if one of the best or worst things about teaching is that you can do a lot of work from home (marking, lesson prep)? #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:51 PM
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@teflerinha @FrancesEales and we were constantly talking shop when out for lunch. The dinners were good though with free beer. #ELTChat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:51 PM
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@MarjorieRosenbe There's nothing wrong with watching the right show, it's when you just watch whatever's on TV that it's a problem. #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:51 PM
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@Marisa_C @AnnaMusielak Obviously don't watch enough TV ;) #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:51 PM
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@MarjorieRosenbe no just retweet yourself #eltchat
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FrancesEales
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11/28/2012
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2:52 PM
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RT @petervdbroeck: @KerrCarolyn #eltchat Delegate. Pass on the monkey. :-) Absolutely. Too many monkeys in my life. Don't be dumped on.
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:52 PM
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@Marisa_C Actually made a typo - Gangnam Style (PSY) just youtube it;) #ELTchat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:52 PM
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RT @Marisa_C RT @MarjorieRosenbe A walk can be therapeutic. #eltchat > I should walk more! Same here. Good for relaxing and clearing yr head
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MarjorieRosenbe
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11/28/2012
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2:52 PM
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Also go regularly to the opera. Gets me away from computer and puts my mind elsewhere. Also meet friends there. Good for balance. #eltchat
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petervdbroeck
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11/28/2012
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2:52 PM
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@KerrCarolyn Tweet the problem. No need to invent hot water yourself. #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:52 PM
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@Marisa_C @MarjorieRosenbe #eltchat Walking is great for exercise and relaxation- but better to notice surroundings and nature than use ipod
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:52 PM
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@MarjorieRosenbe agree! :-) #ELTchat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:52 PM
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@teflerinha @Marisa_C @AnnaMusielak That just confirms how busy you are at the moment! #eltchat
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TPMcDonald85
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11/28/2012
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2:52 PM
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@7Mrsjames @yitzha_sarwono @AnnaMusielak @Marisa_C Team Migumi? Gangam? This is where not having a TV gets you. #outoftouch #eltchat
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:53 PM
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@TPMcDonald85 @7Mrsjames @yitzha_sarwono @Marisa_C Thomas not only TV;) I use google a looot! Lately for Monster High dolls:( #ELTchat
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MarjorieRosenbe
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11/28/2012
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2:53 PM
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@teflerinha @Marisa_C Agree. I always enjoy looking around as I walk to class. #eltchat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:53 PM
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RT @FrancesEales: RT @petervdbroeck: @KerrCarolyn #eltchat Delegate. Pass on the monkey. :-) Agree, in situations where you can.
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:53 PM
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@FrancesEales @petervdbroeck @KerrCarolyn > Agree. Good to say 'yes' @theteacherjames , but also important to say 'no' #eltchat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:53 PM
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@KerrCarolyn ask others for resources, share. Adapt my old ones for new classes, student centre work- they research and present #eltchat
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prese1
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11/28/2012
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2:53 PM
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@Marisa_C @AnnaMusielak it's the most watched video on youtube #eltchat
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BobK99
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11/28/2012
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2:53 PM
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@teflgeek #eltchat He wasn't a tchr: http://t.co/XFqEAnP6 : founders want standards but activists want strikes.
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cherrymp
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11/28/2012
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2:54 PM
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Of Funk-Sticks and Body Parts: An Overview of Sri Lankan English | The Platform http://t.co/xWWmYA3N #ELTChat #IATEFL #AsiaELT #SLELTA #SLE
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:54 PM
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@AnnaMusielak @Marisa_C @TPMcDonald85 hahaha good thing my ss interests are Disney Channel & Justin Bieber! :-) #ELTchat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:54 PM
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@teflerinha lol mindfulness again ...:-) #eltchat
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:54 PM
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RT @teflerinha: @FrancesEales @petervdbroeck @KerrCarolyn > Good to say 'yes' @theteacherjames , but also important to say 'no' #eltchat
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MarjorieRosenbe
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11/28/2012
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2:55 PM
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@esolcourses @teflerinha @FrancesEales @petervdbroeck @KerrCarolyn @theteacherjames Saying no is a biggie. #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:55 PM
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RT @FrancesEales: RT @FrancesEales: #eltchat See The One Minute Manager for info about monkeys and refusing them.
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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2:55 PM
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@KerrCarolyn @teflerinha @FrancesEales @petervdbroeck @theteacherjames yep. No point wasting time on things that don't need doing #eltchat
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FrancesEales
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11/28/2012
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2:55 PM
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RT @FrancesEales: #eltchat See The One Minute Manager for info about monkeys and refusing them.
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BobK99
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11/28/2012
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2:55 PM
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RT @theteacherjames: @teflerinha @AnnaMusielak @ELTExperiences As I said to @mkofab, I don't have time for outdoors... #eltchat >WiFi?
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KerrCarolyn
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11/28/2012
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2:55 PM
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#eltchat Does anyone share their materials on Dropbox with other T's? @theteacherjames
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:55 PM
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@Marisa_C Am I getting a bit obsessive? #eltchat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:55 PM
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@AnnaMusielak @Marisa_C my favourite parody is Minecraft style so funny! http://t.co/LsnD6n32 #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:55 PM
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@7Mrsjames @KerrCarolyn #eltchat Lot of scope for student generated activities- e.g. Lessons from the Learner, Minimax etc
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jo_cummins
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11/28/2012
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2:56 PM
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@MarjorieRosenbe @teflerinha @Marisa_C being walking distance to work is so important to me (last 3 jobs I've managed it!) #eltchat
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:56 PM
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@yitzha_sarwono @Marisa_C @TPMcDonald85 Last was quizzed abt footballers;)Apparently me liking Messi is not sth my ss approve;)#ELTchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:56 PM
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@KerrCarolyn @7Mrsjames Minimum effort maximum results http://t.co/pFEnxYP9 #eltchat
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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2:56 PM
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@TPMcDonald85 @7Mrsjames @AnnaMusielak @Marisa_C oh,i'm teaching kindergarten,so TV is one of my way to reach to my ss :-) #ELTchat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:56 PM
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@MarjorieRosenbe @esolcourses @teflerinha @FrancesEales @petervdbroeck @KerrCarolyn Agreed, but saying is usually better! #eltchat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:56 PM
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@FrancesEales @petervdbroeck @KerrCarolyn I love don't be dumped on! Very true! learn to say not this time, sorry. know limits #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:56 PM
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@prese1 @AnnaMusielak #eltchat #ELTchat hey you shame me have no idea what that is going there to watch now
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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2:57 PM
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@FrancesEales is that a resource? website? SOunds interesting llink? #eltchat
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prese1
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11/28/2012
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2:57 PM
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@Marisa_C @AnnaMusielak I saw it on the news last night ...cheating #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:57 PM
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@MarjorieRosenbe @esolcourses @FrancesEales @petervdbroeck @KerrCarolyn @theteacherjames > Agree- takes self-trust and confidence #eltchat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:57 PM
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@KerrCarolyn No, but it's a really good idea. Google docs could be used too. #eltchat
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MarjorieRosenbe
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11/28/2012
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2:57 PM
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I refuse to correct texts, letters wtc not for class. I also need some time off. #eltchat
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ELTExperiences
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11/28/2012
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2:57 PM
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Thanks all for the #ELTChat. I am now going to have my lunch.
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KerrCarolyn
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11/28/2012
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2:58 PM
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@theteacherjames #eltchat I've made pop up lessons from various ideas and then I put them in powerpoint. Happy to share
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MarjorieRosenbe
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11/28/2012
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2:58 PM
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It also helps to combine work. I try out writing biys on students and use them as part of lesson, then go home and finish the. #eltchat
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teacherphili
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11/28/2012
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2:58 PM
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Agree that being able to say No is important where u really don't want to take on extra work that will eat into your personal life #ELTchat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:58 PM
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RT @KerrCarolyn: @esolcourses @teflerinha @FrancesEales @petervdbroeck & important to ask yrself - do I need to do this? Worth it? #eltchat
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TPMcDonald85
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11/28/2012
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2:59 PM
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@yitzha_sarwono @7Mrsjames @AnnaMusielak @Marisa_C it certainly helps to know your Ss interests for engaging them #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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2:59 PM
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Gangnam Style looks fabulous and really good exercise!!!! Thanks ladies! @AnnaMusielak #ELTchat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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2:59 PM
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@KerrCarolyn And now you have a blog to share them! #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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2:59 PM
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@KerrCarolyn @7Mrsjames Seen that- looks good. Also http://t.co/hRYsI0xV -oldie but goodie #eltchat
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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2:59 PM
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@prese1 @Marisa_C I know who PSY is thanks to @theteacherjames #thankgoditwasholidaytime so had time to learn it;) #ELTchat
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jo_cummins
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11/28/2012
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2:59 PM
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@MarjorieRosenbe Agreed! I hate the "can you correct my borhter/cousin/friends 10,00 word essay please?! Er, no! #eltchat
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BobK99
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11/28/2012
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2:59 PM
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@Marisa_C #eltchat #burnout Me too.. An #ELTchoir ?
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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3:00 PM
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LAst minute before the end of this #ELTchat - which of you charismatic ppl will do the blog post summary ??? :-D
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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3:00 PM
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@teacherphili Yes, not just agreeing because you're frightened you won't be asked again #personalfavourite #eltchat
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FrancesEales
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11/28/2012
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3:00 PM
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@7Mrsjames It's a book, part of the One Minute series but v. insightful. Just google it and you'll find a summary. #eltchat
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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3:00 PM
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RT @TPMcDonald85: @yitzha_sarwono @7Mrsjames @AnnaMusielak @Marisa_C it certainly helps to know your Ss interests for engaging them #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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3:01 PM
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RT @theteacherjames: Who would like to summarise this fun and invigorating #eltchat for us?
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MarjorieRosenbe
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11/28/2012
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3:01 PM
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@teacherphili Glad others agree. Used to feel guilty till I realised I had no private life anymore. #eltchat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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3:01 PM
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Who would like to summarise this fun and invigorating #eltchat for us?
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MarjorieRosenbe
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11/28/2012
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3:02 PM
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@BobK99 @Marisa_C There's a virtual choir on FB but I haven't had time to check it out. #eltchat
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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3:02 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: LAst minute before the end of this #ELTchat - which of you charismatic ppl will do the blog post summary ??? :-D
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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3:02 PM
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@theteacherjames Taking some time off for my birthday tomorrow and then booked up for a few days #worklifebalance #eltchat
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ELTchat
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11/28/2012
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3:02 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: RT @theteacherjames: Who would like to summarise this fun and invigorating #eltchat for us?
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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3:03 PM
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RT @Marisa_C: RT @theteacherjames: Who would like to summarise this fun and invigorating #eltchat for us?> Who suggested the topic?
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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3:03 PM
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Our next #eltchat: Bringing the surprise element into your lesson: techniques & tips to maximize student responses.
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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3:03 PM
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Thanks for coming everyone. #eltchat
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7Mrsjames
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11/28/2012
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3:04 PM
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@MarjorieRosenbe @teacherphili interesting teachers around world have some issues/concerns/struggles/joys :) ta 4chat every1 nite! #eltchat
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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3:04 PM
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@AnnaMusielak Good to see you back here! #ELTchat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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3:04 PM
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Thank you all for this great #ELTchat I must declare it closed as I have to get back to work (and no play today!) hope sb will do summary!
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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3:04 PM
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Thank you for a great #ELTchat :) Felt good to be back after a very long break;)
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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3:04 PM
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RT @theteacherjames: Our next #eltchat: Bringing the surprise element into your lesson: techniques & tips to maximize student responses.
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teacherphili
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11/28/2012
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3:05 PM
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@theteacherjames OK. Inbetween jobs here, so I'll volunteer.. can write it tomorrow. #ELTchat
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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3:05 PM
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@Marisa_C @theteacherjames thanks for a fun #ELTchat today!
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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3:06 PM
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@EBEFL Yes, I think so too #eltchat (but where's your evidence? ;) )
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BobK99
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11/28/2012
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3:06 PM
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RT @ELTExperiences: Thanks all for the #ELTChat. I am now going to have my lunch. > Me Nth (I imagine there's already been a 2)
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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3:06 PM
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@teacherphili That's great, thanks. #ELTchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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3:06 PM
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@teacherphili @theteacherjames Fab- was just feeling the pressure to say yes when I really meant no...;) #eltchat
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EBEFL
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11/28/2012
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3:06 PM
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@teflerinha yes! #eltchat
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AnnaMusielak
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11/28/2012
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3:06 PM
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@theteacherjames Thanks James:) #ELTchat
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FrancesEales
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11/28/2012
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3:07 PM
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RT @teflerinha: Fab- was just feeling the pressure to say yes when I really meant no...;) #eltchat Oh those monkeys! Me too.
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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3:07 PM
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@Marisa_C Fear not, @teacherphili will do it! #ELTchat
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prese1
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11/28/2012
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3:07 PM
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Thanks #eltchat and @theteacherjames I have to get back to work
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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3:07 PM
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RT @theteacherjames: Our next #eltchat: Bringing the surprise element into your lesson: techniques & tips to maximize student responses.
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yitzha_sarwono
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11/28/2012
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3:07 PM
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@AnnaMusielak @theteacherjames yeay Ania! #ELTchat
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MarjorieRosenbe
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11/28/2012
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3:07 PM
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@theteacherjames Hope to 'see' you later. #eltchat
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Marisa_C
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11/28/2012
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3:07 PM
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@theteacherjames James twist someone's arm pls to do summary gotta get back to delta assessments moi xxxxxx #ELTchat
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MarjorieRosenbe
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11/28/2012
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3:08 PM
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thanks as well #eltchat folks. Back to grading midterms. Oh joy!
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theteacherjames
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11/28/2012
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3:08 PM
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@prese1 Thanks! #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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3:08 PM
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@FrancesEales #eltchat Like the idea of monkeys- keep thinking about the wizard of oz..
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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3:08 PM
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#eltchat Thanks everyone- didn't think I had time for this- but was good for me :)
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AL_GHADA
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11/28/2012
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3:09 PM
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RT @teflerinha: #eltchat Thanks everyone- didn't think I had time for this- but was good for me :)
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cherrymp
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11/28/2012
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3:10 PM
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RT @yitzha_sarwono: via @SophiaKhan4 #ELTchat summary: β€Dream jobs: where do we TEFLers dream of ending up?β€ http://t.co/7hdXkzbZ #asiaelt
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ShetlandESOL
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11/28/2012
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3:10 PM
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Seasonal Writing in the ESOL class: http://t.co/9Cxfu9f9 #esl #eltchat #elt #efl
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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3:10 PM
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Mindfulness for students (with no tibetan bells or yoga) #eltchat #mindfulness #elt http://t.co/1LKRZMgS
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esolcourses
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11/28/2012
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3:10 PM
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Thanks for another great #eltchat everyone! As usual, lots of food for thought to take away and digest :)
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GabyRacca
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11/28/2012
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3:11 PM
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RT @ShetlandESOL: Seasonal Writing in the ESOL class: http://t.co/9Cxfu9f9 #esl #eltchat #elt #efl
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TPMcDonald85
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11/28/2012
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3:14 PM
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Thanks to everyone for a great #eltchat
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teflerinha
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11/28/2012
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3:16 PM
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#eltchat Final thought:Half an hour's meditation each day is essential, except when you are busy. Then a full hour is needed.' St Frances
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FrancesEales
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11/28/2012
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3:16 PM
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#eltchat #elt Correction everyone: it's actually 'The One Minute Manager meets the Monkey' - just retrieved it from my bookshelf.
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MrChrisJWilson
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11/28/2012
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6:25 PM
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Sounds like a nice lexical activity from @muranava http://t.co/JvXK6KI0 Dr Strangelove's telephone #eltchat #elt #esol #tefl #esol
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jonacuso
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11/28/2012
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6:26 PM
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RT @teflgeek: TED talk on the Work Life Balance: http://t.co/NO6SKUp6 #eltchat
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jonacuso
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11/28/2012
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6:26 PM
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RT @dragonfly_edu: Can teachers have a work-life balance? #ELTchat http://t.co/qfLHHLEo
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jonacuso
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11/28/2012
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6:26 PM
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RT @teflgeek: @MrChrisJWilson yes - it was: Can you have a normal life and work in ELT? http://t.co/vTS7txU6 #eltchat
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