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time

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shaznosel

11:02 PM

Evening all! Happy 2013..here's to the new teachers on the block! #eltchat

naomishema

11:04 PM

Good evening (night) all #eltchat

vickyloras

11:04 PM

RT @shaznosel: Evening all! Happy 2013..here's to the new teachers on the block! #eltchat

vickyloras

11:04 PM

RT @Marisa_C: #ELTchat in abt 5 minutes - How are you going to grow as a teacher this year?

naomishema

11:05 PM

RT @vmorgana: Hi everyone!  #eltchat nice topic, thought a lot about Vicky's post :-)

Wiktor_K

11:05 PM

Hi all - will be switching between this, the Swansea game and lots of hot chocolate - ah, the choices...happy 2013 anyway :D #eltchat

vmorgana

11:05 PM

Hi everyone!  #eltchat nice topic, thought a lot about Vicky's post :-)

Marisa_C

11:06 PM

@shaznosel  #eltchat @vmorgana @Wiktor_K  #eltchat@naomishema  #eltchat Hi all Happy New Year

shaznosel

11:07 PM

@vmorgana Great post vicky...food for thought #eltchat

vickyloras

11:07 PM

@vmorgana Thank you Valentina! It was based on this inspiring post by @michaelegriffin http://t.co/YyTS0xbB #ELTChat

toulasklavou

11:07 PM

Happy 2013, I wish you all the best for you and for your families!#eltchat

MarjorieRosenbe

11:07 PM

Hi everyone. #eltchat

MarjorieRosenbe

11:08 PM

I am noticing that having a bit more free time helps when I am in the classroom. #eltchat

naomishema

11:08 PM

RT @shaznosel: @vmorgana Great post vicky...food for thought #eltchat

Marisa_C

11:09 PM

So what are your plans for PD for this year? #ELTchat

Marisa_C

11:09 PM

@toulasklavou  #eltchat hya TOULA hAPPY 2013

naomishema

11:10 PM

@Marisa_C mastering a new tech tool has done a lot for me. And I still am in Limbowith my IATEFL dreams (sigh...) #ELTchat

Wiktor_K

11:10 PM

@vickyloras @michaelegriffin Thanks for this one :D #eltchat

vickyloras

11:10 PM

#ELTChat I am going to observe and be observed more this year, I didn't last year and I feel it is great to learn and reflect

Marisa_C

11:11 PM

@naomishema  #ELTchat oh no :-(

vickyloras

11:11 PM

@Wiktor_K @michaelegriffin A pleasure, Wiktor! #ELTChat

Marisa_C

11:11 PM

@vickyloras  #ELTChat observing and being observed a great idea - have you thought of finding or creating some checklists? make ur own

shaznosel

11:11 PM

@vickyloras @vmorgana @michaelegriffin Simple but inspiring post which made me think..time for change! #eltchat

vmorgana

11:11 PM

@vickyloras @michaelegriffin I've bookmarked both! Numbers 9-10 my favourite!should start joining conferences #eltchat

vickyloras

11:12 PM

@Marisa_C I thought of creating some of my own #ELTChat

Wiktor_K

11:12 PM

I'm no longer a teacher / teacher observer, but my new boss is still big on observations - and I like that part! #eltchat

vickyloras

11:12 PM

@shaznosel @vmorgana @michaelegriffin Thanks Sharon! This is great - we are all in this together! #ELTChat

Alwayscharlie

11:13 PM

Want to test your reading comprehension? Intermediate level http://t.co/x0XD3GPB #esl #eltchat #esol  applying for a job.

vickyloras

11:14 PM

RT @vmorgana: @Marisa_C @vickyloras being observed can be stressful but rewarding. It's also good about time management #eltchat

KerrCarolyn

11:14 PM

#eltchat I'm reading fanselow and am planning to video my lessons and do more self observation & reflective

vmorgana

11:14 PM

@Marisa_C @vickyloras being observed can be stressful but rewarding. It's also good about time management #eltchat

MarjorieRosenbe

11:14 PM

Have been updating materials for claases and hope it makes it better for sts. #eltchat

shaznosel

11:14 PM

@Marisa_C @vickyloras Observing is the best way to be open to honest/critical advice..a checklist should be made by you and ss??#eltchat

vickyloras

11:14 PM

RT @Wiktor_K: I'm no longer a teacher / teacher observer, but my new boss is still big on observations - and I like that part! #eltchat

MarjorieRosenbe

11:15 PM

Also looking more at diversifying instruction to reach all learners. #eltchat

rosemerebard

11:15 PM

#eltchat Good day/eve all! First time able to participate. :)

Marisa_C

11:15 PM

RT @opeus: Any teachers going to be doing some sort of (formal) self-evaluation? #ELTchat

Noreen_Lam

11:15 PM

Evening all!  Happy New Year everyone! #eltchat

opeus

11:15 PM

Any teachers going to be doing some sort of (formal) self-evaluation? #ELTchat

cioccas

11:15 PM

RT @shaznosel: @vickyloras @vmorgana @michaelegriffin Simple but inspiring post which made me think..time for change! #eltchat

vickyloras

11:16 PM

@shaznosel @Marisa_C That's a great idea Sharon! #ELTChat

Wiktor_K

11:16 PM

@rosemerebard Hello! #eltchat

vickyloras

11:16 PM

#ELTChat And the feedback after the observation is so useful - looking at the points and reflecting is necessary

KerrCarolyn

11:17 PM

#eltchat Am also looking at more sustainable teaching practices : less paper, printing, stress and admin!

Wiktor_K

11:17 PM

@vickyloras Yes - feedback & being able to access 2nd point of view - if you can't see benefit from that, why teach anyone ever? #eltchat

vmorgana

11:17 PM

@rosemerebard #eltchat hi Rose

MarjorieRosenbe

11:17 PM

Struggling at moment with learner autonomy. The more I do the more the sts expect. Any tips? #eltchat

shaznosel

11:17 PM

@vickyloras @Marisa_We r often aware of our mistakes- creating our own list is reflective plus one for the ss..what do they want?#eltchat

cioccas

11:17 PM

@Marisa_C Doing workshop on PLNs at #CamTESOL in Feb with @worldteacher - starting our PD year off well #ELTchat

shaznosel

11:18 PM

@toulasklavou You could still create a check list for your ss!Did u ask ccqs/support'/correct as necessary/#eltchat

Noreen_Lam

11:18 PM

My goal is balancing skills better in the classroom when cr8ing own mats. Goes w/obs self & others... #eltchat

cioccas

11:18 PM

@Marisa_C Signed up for EVO Podcasting course: http://t.co/n9FyWCUb #ELTchat

vickyloras

11:18 PM

RT @KerrCarolyn: #eltchat I'm reading fanselow and am planning to video my lessons and do more self observation & reflective

vmorgana

11:18 PM

RT @vickyloras: #ELTChat And the feedback after the observation is so useful - looking at the points and reflecting is necessary

KerrCarolyn

11:19 PM

@MarjorieRosenbe #ELTchat What stage / age are your learners?

vmorgana

11:19 PM

#eltchat how can students help writing our checklist?

Marisa_C

11:20 PM

Join one of the TESOL EVO workshops - great idea Leseley @cioccas  #ELTchat am co-mod on two digikids and machinima

shaznosel

11:20 PM

@MarjorieRosenbe Im really trying the silence tactic..don't jump down their throats and allow thinking time..not easy but working!#eltchat

cioccas

11:20 PM

Helping & mentoring other teachers is good PD for me - I learn as much as they do #ELTchat

vickyloras

11:20 PM

@Wiktor_K Exactly Wiktor! #ELTChat Sometimes the observer see things, +/- that we haven't even noticed!

rosemerebard

11:20 PM

So what are your plans for PD for this year? #ELTchat recording classes, reflecting, asking other teachers to analyze the recordings

Noreen_Lam

11:20 PM

RT: @KerrCarolyn #eltchat Am also looking@ more sustainable teaching practices : less paper, printing, stress & admin!>LOVE it! Gr8 idea!

Wiktor_K

11:20 PM

@vmorgana Ss could give you feedback after a few lessons - on criteria agreed in 5 mins at start of course? #eltchat

Marisa_C

11:21 PM

RT @shaznosel: So who honestly writes a diary and reflects after each lesson???#eltchat > perhaps ur blog a gd place?

shaznosel

11:21 PM

So who honestly writes a diary and reflects after each lesson???#eltchat

vickyloras

11:21 PM

RT @rosemerebard: So what are your plans for PD for this year? #ELTchat recording classes, reflecting, asking other teachers to analyze  ...

naomishema

11:21 PM

Feedback must be clarified really clearly as not being related to students' grade #eltchat

KerrCarolyn

11:22 PM

@shaznosel #ELTchat (timidly holds up her hand- I do)

Wiktor_K

11:22 PM

@shaznosel Not really. But I use Evernote for capturing everything - after work, visits to schools, blog research etc. #eltchat

vmorgana

11:22 PM

@Wiktor_K you're right, this will also help them being involved in the teaching/learning process. #eltchat

cioccas

11:22 PM

@Marisa_C You're amazing! I'm limiting myself to just one EVO session this year . #ELTchat

toulasklavou

11:22 PM

@shaznosel I suppose I could try that with my adults :)#eltchat

vickyloras

11:22 PM

RT @cioccas: Helping & mentoring other teachers is good PD for me - I learn as much as they do #ELTchat

naomishema

11:22 PM

RT @shaznosel: So who honestly writes a diary and reflects after each lesson???#eltchat > its hard enough to have a life here as it is!

MarjorieRosenbe

11:23 PM

@shaznosel My problem is different. Giving them lots of links on moodle that only some watch but then they want media in class. #eltchat

Marisa_C

11:23 PM

Offer to do a free workshop for your colleagues - choose area u want to develop, research it and do it #ELTchat

ell_teacherpros

11:23 PM

RT @vickyloras: #ELTChat I am going to observe and be observed more this year, I didn't last year and I feel it is great to learn and re ...

naomishema

11:23 PM

Blogging is kind of a diary though - I do reflect on issues I've had with my lessons on my blog. #eltchat

shaznosel

11:23 PM

@cioccas I loved writing my observations on colleagues for my DELTA as I learnt so much #eltchat

shaznosel

11:24 PM

@naomishema Feedback is prob one of the most difficult aspects..whether it is our ss or a fellow colleague,  #eltchat

KerrCarolyn

11:24 PM

RT @Marisa_C: Offer to do a free workshop for your colleagues - choose area u want to develop, research it and do it #ELTchat

Marisa_C

11:25 PM

@naomishema true - ask them to do same #ELTchat - start your Quality Circle

vickyloras

11:25 PM

RT @Marisa_C: RT @shaznosel: So who honestly writes a diary and reflects after each lesson???#eltchat > perhaps ur blog a gd place?

KerrCarolyn

11:25 PM

@Marisa_C #ELTchat I am doing research and workshops and putting the summary onto a blog

Wiktor_K

11:25 PM

@Marisa_C Great idea - for self employed folks, I'd cut out the "free" part somewhere along the way :D #eltchat

shaznosel

11:26 PM

@MarjorieRosenbe Umm. seems sometimes we r spoiling them and not really creating the autonomy we expect- r they teens? #eltchat

vmorgana

11:26 PM

β€@Marisa_C: Offer to do a free workshop for your colleagues #ELTchat>great idea, doing that about Literature, YLs and webtools,hope it works

rosemerebard

11:26 PM

@Marisa_C @cioccas #eltchat I have joined two of them this year. I wish I could join more. No time for them all though.

naomishema

11:26 PM

@shaznosel Just finished teaching adult course last night & there was a good feedback session. started with one Q & they opened up. #eltchat

naomishema

11:27 PM

RT @MarjorieRosenbe: @naomishema Some institutions do idea sharing so everyone contributes. #eltchat

shaznosel

11:27 PM

@naomishema Sounds positive and prob down to your attitude - well done ! #eltchat

naomishema

11:27 PM

RT @Marisa_C: Start a wiki on a specific topic - or a curation project with colleagues or online PLN #ELtchat

Marisa_C

11:27 PM

Start a wiki on a specific topic - or a curation project with colleagues or online PLN #ELtchat

MarjorieRosenbe

11:27 PM

@naomishema Some institutions do idea sharing so everyone contributes. #eltchat

naomishema

11:28 PM

@vmorgana stating my feelings clearly in words really helped me clarify issues. #eltchat

rosemerebard

11:28 PM

@shaznosel #eltchat Not the past semester. But I usually do.

Wiktor_K

11:28 PM

My big goal is experimenting with technology - no 7 & 8 on Vicky / Michael's list - got given gadgets, would be a shame not to use! #eltchat

vmorgana

11:28 PM

@naomishema I've started blogging as a diary after Delta Mod.2, great way to reflect on what we're doing. #eltchat

KerrCarolyn

11:29 PM

@Noreen_Lam #ELTchat - Using PowerPoint for lessons has been great - also avoids my messy board work

MarjorieRosenbe

11:29 PM

@shaznosel no, university sts. And one senior st in his 70's sometimes expects the most.  going to discuss at next meeting I hope.  #eltchat

Marisa_C

11:29 PM

Nings are a great idea but sadly they are now not  free - but there are alternatives to nings #ELTchat e.g. grou.ps

shaznosel

11:30 PM

@vmorgana @naomishema Me too! Think a blog should be like a reflective diary but time is so limited! great way to express yourself! #eltchat

KerrCarolyn

11:31 PM

@MarjorieRosenbe @shaznosel can you ask them to present a topic back using media - have them curate? #ELTchat

MarjorieRosenbe

11:31 PM

@shaznosel Would be interesting to explore relationship between good teaching and spoiling. #eltchat

vmorgana

11:31 PM

@naomishema exactly!it's great to remember positive and negative things about the lessonI tend to easily forget what went wrong #eltchat

Noreen_Lam

11:32 PM

@KerrCarolyn Yea don't have comps in all rooms, boo...Tho we teach offsite & have IWBs! :)  Ditto messy board wk 4me! #eltchat

naomishema

11:32 PM

@vmorgana Its about turning that gnawing feeling into exact words. then the problems seem solvable (is that a real word?) #eltchat

hoprea

11:33 PM

RT @Marisa_C: Offer to do a free workshop for your colleagues - choose area u want to develop, research it and do it #ELTchat

shaznosel

11:33 PM

@MarjorieRosenbe Autonomy also stems from their learning styles, so if they have always been spoon fed, it's a struggle for u..#eltchat

MarjorieRosenbe

11:33 PM

@Marisa_C We have a Ning at BESIG which is open to all. #eltchat

vmorgana

11:33 PM

@shaznosel @naomishema yep, time is an issue.we should set up a writing plan and try to stick to it #eltchat

Wiktor_K

11:34 PM

Just throwing this one in here - http://t.co/j5ZPQBUQ - for projects and collaboration, this one's free, minimal & awesome. #eltchat

Marisa_C

11:34 PM

A good idea to brainstorm areas where you feel you need to get better and work on one goal each month - e.g. reducing teacher talk #eltchat

rosemerebard

11:35 PM

@vmorgana @naomishema #eltchat I also like to take pictures of what students produce, so I can have another look and reflect.

Marisa_C

11:35 PM

@Wiktor_K  #eltchat have u tried this? no time to check now -= what are its benefits?

vmorgana

11:35 PM

@naomishema need time for that, unfortunately. #eltchat

naomishema

11:36 PM

@vmorgana I know, never enough itme but there are certain days where I feel I NEED to blog cause can't stop thinking  #eltchat NEED EXERCISE

Wiktor_K

11:36 PM

@Marisa_C Tried it and loved it - best thing is, you can invite colleagues and work on stuff together, hassle-free. #eltchat

toulasklavou

11:36 PM

Why does it take so much effort to keep up with tech tools as it seems 2 be the only way to develop nowadays?#eltchat

Marisa_C

11:36 PM

@MarjorieRosenbe a ning or similar good for small group formation - the educator's pln also free or  EFL 2.0 also open  #eltchat

MarjorieRosenbe

11:37 PM

@shaznosel Not sure about it being their learning styles. Seems to be the consumer society. #eltchat

hoprea

11:37 PM

@toulasklavou Not the only way, I guess. The problem is that it's made it easier for us to connect with like-minded people. #ELTChat

shaznosel

11:37 PM

@Marisa_C True but not always easy to brainstorm with other when there is no staffroom etc.#eltchat

Marisa_C

11:37 PM

@toulasklavou  #eltchat edtech is not the only thing - on the contrary a turn towards sound pedagogy

MarjorieRosenbe

11:38 PM

But PD like these chats and our weekend webinars help wirh my teaching. #eltchat

shaznosel

11:38 PM

@naomishema @vmorgana I want to blog but there is no instant response so motivation is lost..#eltchat

naomishema

11:38 PM

RT @shaznosel: @Marisa_C True but not always easy to brainstorm with other when there is no staffroom etc.#eltchat > twitter my staffroom!

vmorgana

11:38 PM

β€@rosemerebard:@naomishema #eltchat I also like to take pictures of what students produce, I can have another look>Like the idea,should try

naomishema

11:38 PM

RT @toulasklavou: Why does it take so much effort to keep up with tech tools - Let your PLN help u master them easily!#eltchat

shaznosel

11:39 PM

Wish we could invent a site that is a teacher's instant blog..a 24 hr eltchat! #eltchat

Wiktor_K

11:39 PM

Tools shouldn't just get in the way. Too many tech firms pushing too much stuff into classrooms. Pick one. Master. Repeat. #eltchat

naomishema

11:40 PM

RT @KerrCarolyn: β€@MarjorieRosenbe: But PD like these chats and our weekend webinars help wirh my teaching. #eltchatβ€ > well said!!

KerrCarolyn

11:40 PM

β€@MarjorieRosenbe: But PD like these chats and our weekend webinars help wirh my teaching. #eltchatβ€ > well said!!

MarjorieRosenbe

11:40 PM

I think we all need to dig down in our tool boxes and unearth things we havent't used in a while. #eltchat

naomishema

11:40 PM

@shaznosel oh, but there is an instant respnse! From a murky feeling such as "this wasn't right" comes clarity & knowledge #eltchat

shaznosel

11:41 PM

@Wiktor_K Agree....we can not master everything that is out there..we have to focus on the tchg as well as techno! #eltchat

vmorgana

11:41 PM

β€@shaznosel: Wish we could invent a site that is a teacher's instant blog..a 24 hr eltchat! #eltchat> I'm in :-)!

Wiktor_K

11:41 PM

@MarjorieRosenbe True - esp in difficult economic times - going back to old stuff, without investing $ / effort in new new things! #eltchat

naomishema

11:42 PM

@vmorgana but  #eltchat IS kind of 24 hours - I always find some people online...

Marisa_C

11:42 PM

@shaznosel blog comments are not instant and there are many more chats around u can join  #eltchat

rosemerebard

11:42 PM

@vmorgana #eltchat at first they get curious about it, with time they don't even notice you are taking them. That helps me a lot.

vmorgana

11:43 PM

@shaznosel @naomishema there is a response, it's just about you feeling better, sometimes relieved :-) #eltchat write for yourself first

Wiktor_K

11:43 PM

@shaznosel I'm glad I'm not the only one who notices how important teaching is for teachers, y'know. ;) #eltchat

shaznosel

11:43 PM

@MarjorieRosenbe Back to basics sometimes is the best in the classroom....use the tech stuff for us to keep connected.#eltchat

toulasklavou

11:43 PM

@hoprea Def not the only way but seems most right 2develop, bein online is lik havin a 2nd life if don properly,my problem is how2?#eltchat

rosemerebard

11:44 PM

@Wiktor_K #eltchat great advice. the important is what you want to achieve and find the tool for it.

Marisa_C

11:44 PM

Involve your learners more in the process of reflection of what helps them learn - these are observers ALways available to u #Eltchat

naomishema

11:45 PM

RT @shaznosel: @Marisa_C A new year resolution..use my PlN more and don't be afraid to ask..you are right!#eltchat

Marisa_C

11:45 PM

@KerrCarolyn Russell Stannard - watch morue of his teacher training videos #ELtchat

shaznosel

11:45 PM

@Marisa_C A new year resolution..use my PlN more and don't be afraid to ask..you are right!#eltchat

MarjorieRosenbe

11:45 PM

@shaznosel that's why I prefer to put the tech things on moodle and not in he classroom. #eltchat

toulasklavou

11:45 PM

@vmorgana @shaznosel that would be a great success!#eltchat

shaznosel

11:46 PM

@vmorgana @naomishema You're right ..I shouldnt worry about what I write....just write and reflect and share.#eltchat

vickyloras

11:46 PM

@toulasklavou That sums it all up, Toula! Great! #ELTChat

naomishema

11:47 PM

@shaznosel I know that noone but my blog has the patience to listen to me analyze a lesson! #eltchat

toulasklavou

11:47 PM

@vickyloras :)#eltchat

rosemerebard

11:47 PM

#eltchat another resolution for PD is definetely join chats like this on twitter more often. and with a mentor weekly to discuss and reflect

MarjorieRosenbe

11:48 PM

@shaznosel: @Marisa_C A new year resolution..use my PlN more and don't be afraid to ask..you are right!#eltchatgreat comment

Marisa_C

11:48 PM

RT @rosemerebard: #eltchat another resolution for PD is definetely join chats like this on twitter more often. w mentor to discuss n reflect

KerrCarolyn

11:48 PM

@Marisa_C #ELTchat thanks!!! Russell standard videos http://t.co/AIw7tIsr  helpful tutorials on technology

MarjorieRosenbe

11:48 PM

RT @shaznosel: @Marisa_C A new year resolution..use my PlN more and don't be afraid to ask..you are right!#eltchat

TESOLFrance

11:49 PM

RT @MarjorieRosenbe: "@shaznosel: @Marisa_C A new year resolution..use my PlN more and don't be afraid to ask..you are right!#eltchat"gr ...

Marisa_C

11:49 PM

Sorry folks if losing track - no other mod helping this evening and one ear in google hangout with digikids EVO mods :-) #eltchat

vmorgana

11:49 PM

#eltchat point 9 of @michaelegriffin @vickyloras post is Join conferences, it can be expensive, do you know any ELT web conference calendar?

Marisa_C

11:50 PM

Do something different and check to see how it works - not such edtech - e,g, read up on suggestopedia or dogme and trial it #eltchat

Wiktor_K

11:50 PM

Aaand in step with "learn sth new" on Vicky's blog: I learn 3 foreign languages, on a budget of 100 pounds each - and blogging it! #eltchat

shaznosel

11:51 PM

@Marisa_C you are so multi- ability...#eltchat

Marisa_C

11:52 PM

@shaznosel  #eltchat afraid am doing none of it v well today - sorry :-(

naomishema

11:53 PM

RT @Marisa_C: I think going off to other directions does not guarantee conversations like we have here - this is THE place #ELtchat

Marisa_C

11:53 PM

I think going off to other directions does not guarantee conversations like we have here - this is THE place #ELtchat

naomishema

11:53 PM

@Marisa_C we're doing great here, all is well! #eltchat

Noreen_Lam

11:53 PM

@Wiktor_K Oooh! Link to the post when ur done pls! LOVE langs, and fab on a budget! #eltchat

Marisa_C

11:54 PM

Believe me, I have started plenty - a yahoo group is a good idea but the emails can be a nightmare #eltchat

Marisa_C

11:55 PM

@rosemerebard  #eltchat I had rashly promised I would do some Greek in second life - should set that up and do a few lessons

Wiktor_K

11:55 PM

@Noreen_Lam http://t.co/vt9sbLR3 :) #eltchat

rosemerebard

11:55 PM

@Wiktor_K @vickyloras #eltchat I didn't learn a language in a class, so I wish to learn one in a course to see  what it would be like for me

naomishema

11:56 PM

#eltchat - sorry lovely supportive folks, too sleepy to stay - its almost midnight and has been another long day. Good night!

CliveSir

11:56 PM

English tchrs are going to be very,very busy - and rich! RT @ShetlandESOL: predictions & future forms: http://t.co/SjTsOPO6 #eltchat #esol

shaznosel

11:56 PM

@Marisa_C Reflection means looking at new methods suggested by Pln, we give it a go and observe ourselves! #eltchat

KerrCarolyn

11:56 PM

@Marisa_C I find #ELTchat really helpful 4 generating ideas + sharing - writing summaries carries its own rewards. Huge resource bank there

rosemerebard

11:57 PM

RT @Marisa_C: #eltchat I had rashly promised I would do some Greek in second life - should set that up and do a few lessons

vickyloras

11:57 PM

@ell_teacherpros Follow our hashtag #ELTCHat : )

vickyloras

11:57 PM

@vmorgana @michaelegriffin Yes, you can check a huge list of conferences on @seburnt's blog http://t.co/Y4vNPbXs #ELTChat

MarjorieRosenbe

11:58 PM

@Marisa_C @shaznosel You're doing great. Thanks. #eltchat

vmorgana

11:58 PM

@naomishema goodnight Naomi! :-)#eltchat

shaznosel

11:58 PM

@Marisa_C That's only the way you see it... you are fine! #eltchat

rosemerebard

11:59 PM

#eltchat the suggestion to learn sth new is cool, but all I think is related to ELT. I tried German for 2 months back in 2007. @Marisa_C

vmorgana

11:59 PM

β€@vickyloras: Yes, you can check a huge list of conferences on @seburnt's blog http://t.co/eGYP8x6d #ELTChat >Thanks Vicky!

theteacherjames

11:59 PM

Ah, I missed #eltchat because I was teaching. That hasn't happened in years!

Noreen_Lam

11:59 PM

@Marisa_C @rosemerebard Didn't we talk about lang exchange "mini-classes" in a prev #eltchat?  I'm totally signing up to everything! :)

Wiktor_K

11:59 PM

The last thing I hope would work in my new job - telling myself "that's good enough." Helpful to move on in perfectionist world. #eltchat

vickyloras

12:00 AM

@vmorgana @seburnt You're very welcome, Valentina! Tyson keeps on adding and updating, he's great! #ELTChat

MarjorieRosenbe

12:00 AM

@Marisa_C True. One reason we shut down the BESIG Yahoo group and moved it all to the Ning. #eltchat

vickyloras

12:00 AM

@rosemerebard @Wiktor_K I;m learning Turkish! A super experience #ELTchat

MarjorieRosenbe

12:01 AM

Maybe for future chat we can all repert on sth new we tried and how it worked. #eltchat

Wiktor_K

12:01 AM

@vickyloras Yeah, saw that on FB :) I'm really hyped up about Welsh. #eltchat

shaznosel

12:01 AM

@rosemerebard @Marisa_C the point of tonight's chat is to do what you feel is right and motivating for you..#eltchat

Wiktor_K

12:02 AM

RT @MarjorieRosenbe: Maybe for future chat we can all repert on sth new we tried and how it worked. - I'm game! #eltchat

dincherdemir

12:03 AM

since I am too tired I couldnt get all of your great ideas , but the ones I read are majestic,#ELTChat

Noreen_Lam

12:03 AM

@vickyloras @vmorgana @seburnt Fab list of conferences!! Thx 4 sharing! Esp appreciate the Cdn content, hehe :) #eltchat

vickyloras

12:03 AM

@Wiktor_K Wow!!! Awesome!  #eltchat

MarjorieRosenbe

12:04 AM

@KerrCarolyn @shaznosel We do this sometimes in final presentations but then onw talks & 23 liaten or look at their text messages. #eltchat

Marisa_C

12:05 AM

My updates have disappeared - sorry #eltchat

Noreen_Lam

12:05 AM

@Wiktor_K Wow, love it!  I'm half way in the door w/German & Japanese, tho prob not intensively enough.  #eltchat

toulasklavou

12:05 AM

Great ideas as always! thank you all, goodnight!#eltchat

english247

12:05 AM

#English for work: spelling retail job vocabulary - an online gap fill http://t.co/EsgNCNb5 #esl #ukesolchat #engpls #twinglish #eltchat

shaznosel

12:05 AM

Good night all..it's late but I love my PLN..#ELTCHAT

MarjorieRosenbe

12:06 AM

Thanks everyone. Maybe autonomy is better on another day. And now off to bed as well. #eltchat

vmorgana

12:06 AM

Thanks everyone for this great #eltchat. Good night!

Marisa_C

12:06 AM

Summary anyone? #eltchat and thank you so much for joining - every time we learn new stuff here

Wiktor_K

12:06 AM

I'm off to celebrate the football score - thx all - may 2013 be as awesome as these ideas here! #eltchat

Marisa_C

12:07 AM

Good night all - and let me know if the urge to summarise gets hold of you #eltchat

rosemerebard

12:08 AM

#eltchat Have to go now. Tks for the chat. I hope to have many more. I'm still learning how to use twitter and benefit for PD.

KerrCarolyn

12:08 AM

@MarjorieRosenbe #eltchat talk show format - multiple speakers, same subject with their own content + moderator and q's from audience??

Marisa_C

12:09 AM

@rosemerebard That would be lovely - thanks ever so much - will get transcript and notify you :-)  #eltchat

rosemerebard

12:09 AM

RT @Marisa_C: Good night all - and let me know if the urge to summ arise gets hold of you #eltchat> I can give it a go Marisa.

Wiktor_K

12:10 AM

@rosemerebard 1st chat and summarizing! - Awesome :D #eltchat

rosemerebard

12:10 AM

#eltchat just a note to say TweetDeck rocks. lolol