#PatioPD is a Game-Changer in Education

International #patiopd Day July 14!

 Courtesy of #PersonalizedPD

Recently I was introduced to a new phenomenon- #patioPD. I had no idea what it was but luckily my #personalizedPD voxer group hooked me up with the details and I was able to take advantage!

What is #patioPD?

Thanks to Jason Bretzmann for putting it all together a few years ago and now more edu-buddies have jumped on board to help this become a HUGE success.

Here’s the short of it:

Here’s the long of it:

I had to sneak a peek at the website to make sure this was a legit thing and not some joke on me (just kidding!). I certainly learned a thing or two.

Principles of PatioPD:
1. We like learning together
2. We like our families
3. Breaking bread and camaraderie enhance creativity
4. Informal, personalized, low-stress professional development is useful, powerful, and energizing.
5. Sharing and learning exactly what we need honors professionals and learners
6. Learning collectively builds community right near us, while connecting us world-wide

“Let’s get together on everyone’s patios to make this happen!”

International #patioPD Day Resources:
Frequently Asked Questions
#patioPD Checklist
Map Showing #patioPD Locations (add yours…here’s how)
International #patioPD Day List of Locations (add yours)
Email Invite Templates
RSVP Form Template to Copy
Possible Topics to Start the Conversation

Who Participates in #patioPD?

Look at all of the locations that participated in #patioPD! I absolutely love connecting with educators nationwide, especially ones that are positive, encouraging, and genuine people!

#PatioPD in Action!

Educators follow directions (most of the time) and started snapping their #patioPD sessions in action:

        

and even I who was late to the party jumped in on the fun!

What do Educators Talk about During #patioPD?

• Themes:
  • Baseball theme- “Take Me Out To The…#PatioPD” hosted by Chuck Taft (@chucktaft) of Wisconsin
• Slogans:
  • Pizza, Beer, and Pedagogy!
• Book Studies:
  • Flat Stanley
  • Innovators Mindset by @GCouros
  • Hacking Assessment
•  Topics:
  • Writing and exploring #TeachersWrite
  • Flipped Classroom
  • Gamification and Pokemon Go with Digital Badges
  • Linking Chrome to Personal Desktops
  • Growth Mindset
  • Personalized Learning
  • Creating more Learning Opportunities at AEA (Area Education Agency)
  • Use Aurasma in History Class
    • augmented reality app- video + link
  • Creating Content Videos for Flipped Learning
  • Crafting Intros to Government Class
  • Communication and 4 Magic Phrases 
  • Organizing Emails with Gmail Filters
  • Blended Learning
  • Enhanced Maps
  • GoAssessment
  • Smithsonian Lab
  • Tech integration
  • #breakoutEDU sessions
  • Sketchnote
  • 360 video
  • Student Privacy
  • Google Classroom
  • Coding
  • Virtual Field Trips

… and so much more!

 What are Educators Saying about #patioPD?

    

In Conclusion

Professional Development is constantly changing to adjust to the world around us. This is one more example of educators leading their own learning. Getting together with other educators to talk shop in a fun, unique way is motivating and a fantastic use of time. I am sure admin would smile upon any educator that took time out of their summer to meet up and learn without being prompted or requested.

The educators mentioned in this post are folks I look up to and learn from daily. I highly suggest you connect with them on social media and do the same. While you’re at it, start participating in EdCamps, patioPD’s, Voxer and Twitter chats, etc. You’re missing out on achieving your potential if you don’t take advantage of the opportunities around you. (Plus, you make some pretty awesome friends too!).

If you participated in #patioPD, what did you learn?