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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

My 6th-ers say some weird stuff in class. So I wrote down the weirdest, most unhinged things they’ve said recently and used #SunoAI to turn them into a gospel song. Shout out to #CanvaEdu for making it so easy to create a slide deck and make it a video! Check it out:

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Incredibly humbled & honored to be a part of this discussion panel next week as an #ally to share my experience and work in social justice and digital equity in education! Join us here: bit.ly/bvm_voicingo... #edusky🍎 #eduguardians #edtechchat

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Incredibly honored and humbled to be part of this virtual discussion panel for #TeacherAppreciationMonth with #BlackVotersMatter! Join us Wed 5/20 at 6pm ET for a convo on social justice, digital equity, & keeping truth in our schools. Register with the link below: www.mobilize.us/blackvotersm...

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Voicing Our Power: A Conversation Series with Volunteers · Black Voters Matter

Through this conversation series, we are bringing real discussions from our volunteer community! All year long we will discuss issues that matter to us like mental health, the power of our communities...

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

📣 Calling all Instructional Coaches, PD Facilitators, and leaders: Join my super talented colleague, Sean Bodnar, on 5/20 to learn how to use @Screencastify to enhance PD!! Can’t make it live, register & we’ll send you everything after!! Register here: screencastify.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

What's your Teacher Persona? Mine is spot on! Thanks @teacher2teacher.bsky.social for this fun activity. Find yours here: teacherpersona.teacher2teacher.education//?code=t2t-B...

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

From the Sec of Ed confusing “AI” with “A1” (Yes, like the 🥩 sauce) ➡️ ICE Barbie pointing a possibly loaded rifle toward an ICE agent’s head for a photo op ➡️ 🐧 becoming part of a potential trade war… The most normal headline I’ve seen today is from @theonion.com Y’all seriously tho, #wtfmate? 😂😭🤦🏼‍♀️

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

A7: I love this exit ticket I found online! It can easily be made digital with a Google Form or printed as is. (Exit Ticket: Connect. Design. Learn.) #T2Tchat #EduSky #EduChat

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

A6: I had a “Zen Zone” in my classroom to support students when they needed a place to find their center again. (I never got with "Calming Corner" because telling someone to "calm down" rarely works!😂) Check out my suggested rules for a zen space: #T2Tchat #EduSky #EduChat

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

A5: I find a day to invite them to have lunch with me, just us. I let them lead the conversation & chime in where appropriate. Going that extra mile has always helped build a stronger connection! #T2Tchat #EduSky #EduChat

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

A4: A Growth Mindset, respect, tolerance, making mistakes, and lots & lots of LOVE! Here are some tips on teaching Growth Mindset: #T2Tchat #EduSky #EduChat

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

This is so cool! Way to bring art to life @fuglefun.bsky.social!

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

A3: Fostering a Growth Mindset from day 1 is crucial for helping students overcome challenges in my classroom. Here are some specific things I do with my special needs students to help them over the hump: #T2Tchat #EduSky #EduChat

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

A2: From minute 1 of day 1, I do my best to show my students that I respect them, am a safe person, and my classroom is a safe space. Over the years, I have had several students come out to me, reach out for help, and more. That is more important to me than any test score. #T2Tchat #EduSky #EduChat

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

A1: I take the time to talk to my students individually to get to know them better. Here are the top 2 questions I start with: #T2Tchat #EduSky #EduChat

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

Hi everyone! I’m Renee, an Ed Tech Consultant from Atlanta, Ga! I taught SpEd for 15 yrs & was an Ed Tech Coach for 3 yrs. So excited to be moderating tonight with @fuglefun.bsky.social! #T2Tchat #EduSky #EduChat

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Tricia Fuglestad @fuglefun.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

Hey #EduSky, Join us for a #T2Tchat in 20 minutes to share your thoughts about #SEL

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

So excited for this topic tonight! I have some great ideas and resources to share, so make sure you join me and @fuglefun.bsky.social TONIGHT at 7PM ET for the #T2Tchat!

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 16/03/2025

“Some infinities are bigger than others” (The Fault in Our Stars) Happy Heavenly Birthday Beba! Thank you for letting me be a part of your story. I miss you more than words can express.❤️😇

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

I’m presenting @ #SequoiaCon 🗓️4/3-5:15p ET! 👩‍🏫“Pixel Perfect”hits on: 1⃣ Game Dev Basics 2⃣ AI Game Dev 3⃣ Impact of Game Dev on K-12 👾Come ready to BYO game w/ AI & a Q-&-A sesh! 💻Use RENEE at bit.ly/sequoiacon for $25 off! @eduguardian5.bsky.social @evergreenai.bsky.social #rosebudai #aigamedev

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

💯 the MOST accurate meme I’ve ever made 😂🙄🤷🏼‍♀️🤦🏼‍♀️

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

It's also reminding them as well as showing them that every day is a new day and a fresh start. ❤️

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

A4: Of course I have to shout out my fave: #RosebudAI! But I also want to bring attention to what #EliteGamingLIVE offers: we offer not only an #esports league, but a STEM based academy focused on gaming and tech industry careers- some w/ immediate hiring possibilities for HS grads! #LevelUpEDU

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

A3: By exposing all students to or teaching game dev skills, so that they can grow up to be successful in the gaming industry. I always try to remind educators that around 40% of the jobs our current students will have don't exist yet. So we need to expose them to all the tech we can! #LevelUpEDU

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

A2: So that they can identify with the characters or game developers to help shape their own identity in the gaming community. #LevelUpEDU

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

A1: The women at #RosebudAI- Lisha Li & Farrida for sure. I also am partial to our moderator's, @edugamergal.bsky.social, work & research in gaming Fictional character wise is def Princess Peach from Super Mario & Kitana from Mortal Kombat! #LevelUpEDU

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

Intro: 👩‍💻Renee Dawson 📍ATL, GA 💻 Ed Tech Consultant 🎮 Former #esports Coach & gamified learning junkie, currently work in Educator/Coach Success for #EliteGamingLIVE, & am obsessed with AI game dev on #RosebudAI 👾 Fave Game Developer is Jason Agbebaku an indie game developer at #RosebudAI #LevelUpEDU

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Thanks so much for sharing this @principalproject.bsky.social! I hope it helps at least one educator or administrator frame their day more effectively!

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

A2. Yes. Teaching students game development and design using #RosebudAI was helpful for them to design their own games on global or community issues that they were passionate about. #LevelUpEDU

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

A3. I developed an #EscapeRoom on Digital Citizenship & students' digital footprint for my last school. I recently created a Choose Your Own Adventure game on #RosebudAI that explores the experience of an 11 yr old Jewish boy in Germany in 1942. #LevelUpEDU

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

A4: I'm a big fan of Choose Your Own Adventure games for something like this. #RosebudAI is a great platform to use to easily develop a CYOA game for students! #LevelUpEDU

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

A1: Game wise- I built a few #escaperoom websites to teach not only good citizenship, but good DIGITAL citizenship skills to students. I think teaching ethical game design skills is also important for students. #LevelUpEDU

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

A7. Make it more than a month. Make celebrating black innovation & inspiration (past, present, & future) part of your classroom culture throughout the whole school year. #T2Tchat #EduSky

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

A6. Through esports, coding, graphic design, & audio production. I would help them enter tech & esports competitions to show off their skills & creations. I also had my 8th graders do "internships" w/in the school for audio production & graphic design to build a portfolio of work. #t2tchat #EduSky

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

A5: ok ,so 2 words- video communication! I "flipped" my newsletters & parent communication years ago (pre-COVID). Now with tools like #Screencastify AI World Languages Voiceover, ALL my parents can be a part of my class community! I also provide video prompts for them to share! #t2tchat #EduSky

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

A4. Spending most of my 18 years in public education in inner city schools, it was a priority of mine to teach & incorporate Black History (& Black present experiences) in my classroom to support my students' identity development. Thankful for friends and colleagues I could lean on! #t2tchat #EduSky

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

A3. Everywhere I can! Other educators and social media are 2 of my fave ways to find innovative ideas and cool resources. #T2Tchat #EduSky

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

A2. One way I make sure students see themselves represented in my classroom year-round is through the literature I incorporate in my curriculum. It is so powerful for my students to see themselves reflected in the books available to them in my room and taught in my class. #t2tchat #EduSky

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

A1. Currently, I'm an Ed Tech consultant. I do mostly PD and Educator Onboarding for Ed Tech platforms. However, I taught Special Ed (mostly grades 4-8) for 15 yrs. My fave way to bring in Black History was to have young, black community members speak to/inspire my students! #t2tchat #EduSky

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

Hi #T2Tchat community! Excited to participate in and learn from tonight's chat!

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

Check out my ❤️, LuLu, featured for #LoveYourPetDay in #RISEEduMag! She's now officially an international ⭐!

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

📢 I’m excited to share that I'll be speaking at @evergreenai.bsky.social #sequoiacon (April 3-4) on AI game design with #RosebudAI!🌹 🔗 You can register here: bit.ly/sequoiacon 🌲For $25 off conference registration, use my code: RENEE 👩‍💻 👋 Let me know if I’ll see you there!

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

It’s #techtshirttueaday & I’m repping #Screencastify today since my webinar on upping your #testprep game with video is tomorrow at 11am ET! Can’t attend live? We got you covered- the recording & materials will be sent to all registrants! Register here: screencastify.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

Join me this Wednesday at 11am ET for ways to up your test prep game with #Screencastify! Can't join live? No problem- everyone registered will receive all the materials and the recording after the live webinar! Oh, it's FREE! Register here: bit.ly/SCtestprep25

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

Today is National Girls and Women in Sports Day! I can easily say that some of my best moments have been coaching, leading, mentoring, and developing female athletes! From 6 & Under swimmers to High School Lacrosse, I’ve loved every minute of being a part of their athletic careers. ❤️

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Renee D @dawsonedtech.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

Thanks @stayplayingnick.com & @edugamergal.bsky.social for a great edchat tonight! If anyone wants to know more about EliteGamingLIVE and our platform, feel free to reach out! www.elitegaminglive.com #LevelUpEDU

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