Hi WAS WONDERING IF YOU COULD GIVE A FULL VIDEO WITH DETAILS ON HOW YOUR PLANNER WORKS. Are the tabs around the planner just for decoration or do they really work? Also would like know more about the apps you use? Your planner looks really great.
Thank you so much! Yes, I am working on the Planner Video this week and hope to have it up for Sunday. I will cover my favorite apps and some tips as well. Yes, All of the tabs take you directly to the assigned section of the planner. There is also icon that directly links to an online folder for updates and add-on items.
Yay!!! What point are you at? Are you able to open and see the planner? I just finished editing the planner video, so it will be up in the morning 🤗 Let me know if I can help.
When I returned to school in May 2016 to begin my Master's degree, I will admit it was a tiny bit overwhelming, especially with the courses being online. I was thankful to Jesus for my advisor, counselors, and amazing professor's for their support. In October of this year, it will be a year since I finished my Master's degree in Elementary Education and I do not regret it for a second! 😀 You can and will do this; I have faith in you. Remember Philippians 4:13 (I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me) and Mark 1:37 (With God, all things are possible). You are a fantastic teacher who has taught me how to be the teacher I want to be for my students, stay organized in the classroom, and stay up to date with the latest trends in the classroom! 😀 By the way, your first podcast was AMAZING! 😀 I am so inspired by you and your teacher partner. It was great to hear you bouncing ideas off each other. Thank you so much! 😀 #Yougotthis #blessed #balance #staystrong #presson #teachersrock
Another awesome video! Thank you for the constant inspiration. Cannot wait to share my journey as a first year teacher and have an opportunity to document and look back on my experiences. Could not do it without you!!
I have three weeks left of my first year of Grad school!! I started out online and ended up switching to a Saturday cohort because I was on this lonely island and it was drifting away!! Good Luck!
I LOVE your web! It embodies your teaching style and demonstrates exactly how we can allow our students to share THEIR learning in different ways! You are a rockstar teaching AND student! Keep your fellow classmates on their toes!
Adding study to your life, when you're already working and mothering and wife-ing is an enormous load. I did my undergrad degree via online delivery. It was so overwhelming to begin with. And then the first 2 weeks of every semester was another adjustment. But in the end, it was perfect for me, because I could fit it in small snatches around all the other moving parts of my life. But it was crazy and hard and totally maniacal. It's not forever. My advice would be: allow yourself time to adjust, and be willing to reduce your study load if you need to. You may also need to think about adjusting your hours at work a little too.
People think it is easier to do a degree online, but actually it requires dedication and organization, but it is not impossible. I know by experience (got my Master on Library Science online). YOU CAN DO IT!!!!
I felt the same way when I started my online classes. It gets easier, I promise =) With your passion, commitment, and love for learning, YOU are going to do great!
I am doing online grad school whole teaching too! Just finished my last course, I have a few months of projects and a thesis left. So hectic, but you're going to rock it!
hey! btw love the podcast, i had finals to study for and i listened to the podcast and its soo good! def going to help me in the near future!, also goodluck with grad school, u will do amazing!
i went back to school this year while teaching full time and it's insane how difficult getting into the swing of online courses was for me! i wasn't sure if it was the switch from face-to-face classes or just being out of practice of being a student, but man. i felt SO DRAINED after each "class." it does get easier as the semester goes on; i started reading my stuff aloud to my dogs, too. they couldn't reply back, but it gave me an excuse to talk through things without feeling totally silly talking to myself.
Hi Bridget, yes it is difficult to work and do your own school work, when I did my master's I to was a full time teacher, daughter to a parent that I was parenting, but I got through it. The wa y you did your assignment was more then ok. I too have to do my work visually, it always comes out better, and I'm pretty sure your professor will appreciate it as well. Just keep on keeping on and all will go well. Peace and Blessings, Raquel 🤗🌹🐱
I've been debating whether or not to do online grad school! It almost makes me think I should just do it in person and have no free time haha. You're going to do so great!
Hey, Jessica! Yay!! Thank you for purchasing it. That app is called 'Over' and it has some great features. I am working on the Planner Video for this week, so hopefully it will be up on Sunday and answer most questions with added tips!
Preach it! The most difficult part of studying is managing the reading. I find that the more simple I keep it, the more effective it is. Don't spend hours on it and try summarise each section into around 7 bullet points. Less is more. Studying is rough at first but you'll soon work yourself into a routine :) Just had an idea - if you like talking through the reading, maybe you could reflect on the key points in a live stream or in the vlog? That way you'll be talking to teachers. Loved the podcast btw! Couldn't work out how to message you!
Congratulations on starting grad school! Would you be open to doing a video talking through your decision for grad school? How you chose a program, how you knew it was time to go back, some goals you have with your degree etc.? Totally fine if you do not have time I was just interested (I feel like education content versus administrative tracks are very different and I was curious if you had an opinion). Fantastic video:)
I think that I covered most of those in the ‘Going Back to School’ vlog a few weeks ago. I have wanted to go back for some time, but it is a requirement here...so that was the real decision maker 😂 Thank you so much!
Thank you! I highly recommend "Classroom Planning." 😉..itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/classroom-planning/id1384601611?mt=2 Many that I listen to are audio books, school materials, and some actual podcasts. I tend to call them all 'Podcasts" Maybe I will turn that into a blog post at somepoint.
What app did you create your visual in? I love to take notes like that! I’d love to be able to make it cute like that! I start my grad program in the fall!
You can do it, Bridget! Also, LOVE your visual response to your grad work, everyone will love it too! It’s so you! Btw, does PA require teachers to get their master’s degree within a certain amount of time? I’m in CT and we need to get it within 10 years of teaching (a long time ago for me, lol), I believe. Just curious about how other states work. You got this!😊
@theletteredclassroom, what are the unexpected costs for your podcasts? I am tossing around the idea of going a podcast with my students next year...but I have no experience at all!!
A lot of it is based on hosting, desired quality [recording device/microphone(s)] and licensed material in an attempt to provide a quality experience. However, for a classroom, I might just record on my iPhone using the headset that comes with it. If you want it on iTunes you will need to pay a monthly fee with a host ($10-15), otherwise you could just record and distribute as an MP3 or WAV...which is what I would lean towards.
I have the links in the description of the video and the actual planner video should go up next Sunday. Sorry, I am at lunch right now and it won't let me copy the link for some reason.
If I can offer a little advice - it is natural to get extremely stressed out when you look at your syllabus and see all of the projects and assignments you're going to have to do for the whole class at once. It's overwhelming. Ignore that feeling. You have months to do all of that work, and I promise it will feel easier when you focus on it day-by-day or week-by-week. Get organized (put all the assignments/readings into your planner), then completely forget the syllabus for now. You are organized, smart, and motivated. You can DEFINITELY do this, and you have nothing to feel embarrassed or worried about. I'm getting my EdS degree online right now, and I find that it's not that much different from my past in-class experiences. If you're not getting something, though, you have to be more proactive about reaching out to your professor or classmates to get help. Your infographic was amazing, but if it isn't an assignment that's worth a lot of points, you're going to burn out if you do that for every single task. My advice is - if you have readings to do, closely read the abstract (to get the gist), then read through the rest of the article without stopping or letting that "lost" feeling stop you. When you get all the way through, if you still don't get it, read it again or ask for help. But a lot of times, we start to read, don't get one paragraph, and then get stuck in a loop trying to understand it while feeling frustrated. Just keep moving forward. They're looking for big picture ideas! Then for your discussion board posts, keep it simple. Write 1-2 paragraphs for each question you have to answer (or whatever the rubric says). If infographics are easier for you, go ahead, but I bet no one else did one because they take SO much longer than writing.
Thank you for taking the time to write such a thoughtful response! 😊. I think that I am starting to find my groove after the first few assignments. And you are absolutely correct, you must be proactive in gathering information and clarifying questions. Great tips! Have a good one.
Yes grad school team! My suggestion, skim the readings and just answer the discussion question. Meaning read to find the answer. You can always go back and read the articles and books for leisure. Honeslty, don't stress the readings lol. I'm in the same boat with you! You got it! 🙌🏾🎓
+Jasmine Joseph 😅 I wish I was that talented to do that. School has always been something that I have to really work at to excel in. It’ll be okay. I’m starting to find a rhythm this weekend. Hopefully, I’ll keep it up 😉
Hi WAS WONDERING IF YOU COULD GIVE A FULL VIDEO WITH DETAILS ON HOW YOUR PLANNER WORKS. Are the tabs around the planner just for decoration or do they really work? Also would like know more about the apps you use? Your planner looks really great.
Thank you so much! Yes, I am working on the Planner Video this week and hope to have it up for Sunday. I will cover my favorite apps and some tips as well. Yes, All of the tabs take you directly to the assigned section of the planner. There is also icon that directly links to an online folder for updates and add-on items.
The Lettered Classroom I love it!!!!!! I can’t wait 🤗🤗❤️💜💚🧡
Thank YOU! I bought your planner. I love the setup but I could really benefit from a tutorial. I am not that tech savvy:)
Yay!!! What point are you at? Are you able to open and see the planner?
I just finished editing the planner video, so it will be up in the morning 🤗 Let me know if I can help.
Thank YOU!! I am now going to look at your tutorial with my daughter by my side. :)
When I returned to school in May 2016 to begin my Master's degree, I will admit it was a tiny bit overwhelming, especially with the courses being online. I was thankful to Jesus for my advisor, counselors, and amazing professor's for their support. In October of this year, it will be a year since I finished my Master's degree in Elementary Education and I do not regret it for a second! 😀 You can and will do this; I have faith in you. Remember Philippians 4:13 (I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me) and Mark 1:37 (With God, all things are possible).
You are a fantastic teacher who has taught me how to be the teacher I want to be for my students, stay organized in the classroom, and stay up to date with the latest trends in the classroom! 😀
By the way, your first podcast was AMAZING! 😀 I am so inspired by you and your teacher partner. It was great to hear you bouncing ideas off each other. Thank you so much! 😀
#Yougotthis #blessed #balance #staystrong #presson #teachersrock
I’m a teacher as well. The end of the school is stressful, totally get it
Adjusting to grad school is crazy! Keep pushing!
Another awesome video! Thank you for the constant inspiration. Cannot wait to share my journey as a first year teacher and have an opportunity to document and look back on my experiences. Could not do it without you!!
I have three weeks left of my first year of Grad school!! I started out online and ended up switching to a Saturday cohort because I was on this lonely island and it was drifting away!! Good Luck!
I LOVE your web! It embodies your teaching style and demonstrates exactly how we can allow our students to share THEIR learning in different ways! You are a rockstar teaching AND student! Keep your fellow classmates on their toes!
Thank you so much!
Adding study to your life, when you're already working and mothering and wife-ing is an enormous load. I did my undergrad degree via online delivery. It was so overwhelming to begin with. And then the first 2 weeks of every semester was another adjustment. But in the end, it was perfect for me, because I could fit it in small snatches around all the other moving parts of my life. But it was crazy and hard and totally maniacal. It's not forever.
My advice would be: allow yourself time to adjust, and be willing to reduce your study load if you need to. You may also need to think about adjusting your hours at work a little too.
People think it is easier to do a degree online, but actually it requires dedication and organization, but it is not impossible. I know by experience (got my Master on Library Science online). YOU CAN DO IT!!!!
I felt the same way when I started my online classes. It gets easier, I promise =) With your passion, commitment, and love for learning, YOU are going to do great!
I am doing online grad school whole teaching too! Just finished my last course, I have a few months of projects and a thesis left. So hectic, but you're going to rock it!
hey! btw love the podcast, i had finals to study for and i listened to the podcast and its soo good! def going to help me in the near future!, also goodluck with grad school, u will do amazing!
also idk why, but the i like the sound the pencil makes when u right on the ipad
Yay! Thank you so much for the feedback! Please take a moment and review it on iTunes!
Just wanted to give you a big thumbs up 👍🏻 on your discussion post! It looked so organized and well thought out!
Thank you! I did end up doing well, so that was a relief. ;)
I really would like to see more of how you plan with the digital planner! Love your videos!
Thank you! I am going to try and include more planning portions of the video. Yay! I just need to find a better setup.
i went back to school this year while teaching full time and it's insane how difficult getting into the swing of online courses was for me! i wasn't sure if it was the switch from face-to-face classes or just being out of practice of being a student, but man. i felt SO DRAINED after each "class." it does get easier as the semester goes on; i started reading my stuff aloud to my dogs, too. they couldn't reply back, but it gave me an excuse to talk through things without feeling totally silly talking to myself.
LOVE IT! Pets are such a great outlet!
Hi Bridget, yes it is difficult to work and do your own school work, when I did my master's I to was a full time teacher, daughter to a parent that I was parenting, but I got through it. The wa y you did your assignment was more then ok. I too have to do my work visually, it always comes out better, and I'm pretty sure your professor will appreciate it as well. Just keep on keeping on and all will go well. Peace and Blessings, Raquel 🤗🌹🐱
I just love how you utilize the device and plan out everyrhing in it. 😍❤ Love from the philippines! 🤗
Aww! Thank you!
I feel your pain. I just finished my M.Ed in January and I start my Ed.D in June. Yikes, all while being a mom and wife.
Love all your teacher vlogs and I am exited to watch all your Sunday teacher vlogs 💕❤️💕❤️😍
I've been debating whether or not to do online grad school! It almost makes me think I should just do it in person and have no free time haha. You're going to do so great!
I love your digital planner!!! Can you tell me more about the apps you use for banners and the stickers you use! Thanks so much!!!
Hey, Jessica! Yay!! Thank you for purchasing it. That app is called 'Over' and it has some great features. I am working on the Planner Video for this week, so hopefully it will be up on Sunday and answer most questions with added tips!
Preach it! The most difficult part of studying is managing the reading. I find that the more simple I keep it, the more effective it is. Don't spend hours on it and try summarise each section into around 7 bullet points. Less is more. Studying is rough at first but you'll soon work yourself into a routine :) Just had an idea - if you like talking through the reading, maybe you could reflect on the key points in a live stream or in the vlog? That way you'll be talking to teachers. Loved the podcast btw! Couldn't work out how to message you!
Just got to 25:18 and you've got this note taking and summarising down! Never heard of 3-2-1 before but I like it, you've got this!
I'm wondering if this will work with a Samsung Note 8? Anyone have any ideas?
Congratulations on starting grad school! Would you be open to doing a video talking through your decision for grad school? How you chose a program, how you knew it was time to go back, some goals you have with your degree etc.? Totally fine if you do not have time I was just interested (I feel like education content versus administrative tracks are very different and I was curious if you had an opinion). Fantastic video:)
I think that I covered most of those in the ‘Going Back to School’ vlog a few weeks ago.
I have wanted to go back for some time, but it is a requirement here...so that was the real decision maker 😂
Thank you so much!
I love your podcast
What kind of Ipad do you have?
What is your grad program in? You are so dedicated and hard working...you will do great!
Good luck with your study. I start mine in June. Loved your infographic. Could you give us links to the podcasts you listen to please?
Thank you! I highly recommend "Classroom Planning." 😉..itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/classroom-planning/id1384601611?mt=2
Many that I listen to are audio books, school materials, and some actual podcasts. I tend to call them all 'Podcasts" Maybe I will turn that into a blog post at somepoint.
thank you. Would be appreciated.
What app did you create your visual in? I love to take notes like that! I’d love to be able to make it cute like that! I start my grad program in the fall!
Good Luck! I used an app called 'Over' - I will discuss it more in next weeks Planner Video.
Hello, is the digital planner compatible with Kindle?
Unfortunately, I don’t believe it will work with a Kindle. Do you know if it has a PDF reader?
Mollie. Which Kindle do you use?
I bought your teacher planner-do you have a vlog that shows how to use it? Also, where did you get your stylus?
Thank you so much! I am working on the Planner Video this week and it should be up on Sunday. I use an Apple Pen.
which Ipad did your purchase?
I use a ‘2018 iPad’ not the Pro version.
You can do it, Bridget! Also, LOVE your visual response to your grad work, everyone will love it too! It’s so you! Btw, does PA require teachers to get their master’s degree within a certain amount of time? I’m in CT and we need to get it within 10 years of teaching (a long time ago for me, lol), I believe. Just curious about how other states work. You got this!😊
Hello! Yes, we are required as well. I don't remember the exact requirements though. I do believe it is required before 10 years though. Thank you!
Will the pod cast be available on UA-cam.
At this time, I don't have plans to put it on UA-cam since it is audio only.
@theletteredclassroom, what are the unexpected costs for your podcasts? I am tossing around the idea of going a podcast with my students next year...but I have no experience at all!!
A lot of it is based on hosting, desired quality [recording device/microphone(s)] and licensed material in an attempt to provide a quality experience. However, for a classroom, I might just record on my iPhone using the headset that comes with it. If you want it on iTunes you will need to pay a monthly fee with a host ($10-15), otherwise you could just record and distribute as an MP3 or WAV...which is what I would lean towards.
Can you get in touch with others doing the same course? When I was studying a distance course our Facebook group was my saviour so many times! :)
Love the online planner! How do I get one?
I have the links in the description of the video and the actual planner video should go up next Sunday.
Sorry, I am at lunch right now and it won't let me copy the link for some reason.
What kind of iPad do you use?
I use the 2018 iPad with the Apple Pencil. It isn't the 'Pro' version.
Does your digital planner work on a kindle?
I'm sorry. I don't think that it will.
If I can offer a little advice - it is natural to get extremely stressed out when you look at your syllabus and see all of the projects and assignments you're going to have to do for the whole class at once. It's overwhelming. Ignore that feeling. You have months to do all of that work, and I promise it will feel easier when you focus on it day-by-day or week-by-week. Get organized (put all the assignments/readings into your planner), then completely forget the syllabus for now. You are organized, smart, and motivated. You can DEFINITELY do this, and you have nothing to feel embarrassed or worried about.
I'm getting my EdS degree online right now, and I find that it's not that much different from my past in-class experiences. If you're not getting something, though, you have to be more proactive about reaching out to your professor or classmates to get help.
Your infographic was amazing, but if it isn't an assignment that's worth a lot of points, you're going to burn out if you do that for every single task. My advice is - if you have readings to do, closely read the abstract (to get the gist), then read through the rest of the article without stopping or letting that "lost" feeling stop you. When you get all the way through, if you still don't get it, read it again or ask for help. But a lot of times, we start to read, don't get one paragraph, and then get stuck in a loop trying to understand it while feeling frustrated. Just keep moving forward. They're looking for big picture ideas!
Then for your discussion board posts, keep it simple. Write 1-2 paragraphs for each question you have to answer (or whatever the rubric says). If infographics are easier for you, go ahead, but I bet no one else did one because they take SO much longer than writing.
Thank you for taking the time to write such a thoughtful response! 😊. I think that I am starting to find my groove after the first few assignments. And you are absolutely correct, you must be proactive in gathering information and clarifying questions. Great tips! Have a good one.
What pen does your partner teacher use on her iPad? I have an older one too and the pen I got isn’t great! Thanks:)
+Makinzee vlogs here is the link 😉
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What degree are you working on now?
I’m going for Curriculum Development and Assessment 👍
You are an inspiration!!!
Yes grad school team! My suggestion, skim the readings and just answer the discussion question. Meaning read to find the answer. You can always go back and read the articles and books for leisure. Honeslty, don't stress the readings lol. I'm in the same boat with you! You got it! 🙌🏾🎓
+Jasmine Joseph 😅 I wish I was that talented to do that. School has always been something that I have to really work at to excel in. It’ll be okay. I’m starting to find a rhythm this weekend. Hopefully, I’ll keep it up 😉
Thanks in Turkey