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March Madness Trivia!
We have selected 68 of our favorite education accounts and we will be pairing each account with a NCAA Men’s Basketball team. Over the next 3 weeks, we will crown a March Madness Champion! Checkout the original seedings.
Here are the pairings! Check out the ESPN Bracket.
The #1 Seeds
Midwest
#1 @jonsamuelson (Kentucky @KentuckyMBB) Co-host of Techlandia Podcast and Co-founder of Write About. Find them @TechlandiaRadiand @mywriteabouton the Twitters. Always trying to learn & improve. Portland, Oregon. about.me/ipadsammy * Defending Champion! vs. #16 @TeachHeath (Hampton @Hampton_MBB) (3,421 followers) NBCT Elem Teacher: Quick, Easy, Cheap & Fun STUDENT ENGAGEMENT ideas on my website:sites.google.com/site/mrheathfu… /
#2 @AngelaMaiers (Kansas @KUHoops) (126,900 followers) I believe these 2words can change the world – #YouMatter – I’m an Educator, Author, Speaker passionate about literacy, learning, and power of social media. Iowa · AngelaMaiers.com * Post: Angela Maiers: Educator of the Week vs. #15 @BurkheadBill (NMSU @UNMLOBOS) (4,810 followers) Father of 2 wonderful children, husband 2 an amazing educator, Principal of The Monomoy Regional HS Sharks@MonomoyRHS Harwich, MA monomoy.edu/page.cfm?p=1801 * Educator of the Week Profile, Guest Blog: All Kids Can Succeed Be the “1″
#3 @coolcatteacher (Notre Dame @NDmbb 96,000 followers) I love students! Best teacher blog winner * Mom * speaker * AUTHOR Reinventing Writing * Cool Cat Teacher Blog * HOST Every Classroom Matters show. Camilla, Georgia · coolcatteacher.com* Post: Vicki Davis: Educator of the Week vs. #14 @litworldsays (Northeastern @GoNUmbasketball) (7,500 followers) A non-profit founded by @PamAllyn, LitWorld believes that Words Change Worlds. We work to promote global literacy through Advocacy, Education and Innovation. New York, NY · litworld.org
#4 @tomwhitby (Maryland @TerrapinHoops) (58,500 followers) SmartBlog on Edu Editor, Prof of Edu (Ret). Founder: #Edchat,The EDU PLN,Edchat Radio Linkedin Tech-Using Profs et al.BLOG: My Island View http://tomwhitby.wordpress.com. Long Island, New York · tomwhitby.wordpress.com * Guest Blog: What Makes an Education Thought Leader? vs. #13 @TechMinock (Valparaiso @ValpoBasketball) (11,200 followers) Teacher who uses tech as a tool to enhance the learning experience. Love everything AR! Co-Founder of AR Detroit GuysShow on EdReach Google Glass Explorer! Bloomfield Hills, Michigan ·twoguysandsomeipads.com
#5 @USATeducation (West Virginia @WVUBasketball)
(47,500 followers) Using USA TODAY to connect what students are learning in the classroom to events, trends and circumstances in the world around them. Listening closely. Everywhere in the USA. usatodayeducation.com vs. #12 @pbsteachers (Buffalo @UBmenshoops) (97,600 followers) Arlington, VA · pbslearningmedia.org
#6 @patrickmlarkin (Butler @ButlerMBB) (36,200 followers) Burlington Schools (MA) Asst. Supt. NASSP National Digital Principal Award Winner (2012), Passionate about creating a more relevant education for our students. Burlington, MA ·about.me/PatrickLarkin Blog: Patrick Larkin is Perfect for Teachers vs. #11 @21stprincipal (Texas @TexasMBB) (16,700 followers) Principal in NC, Teaching, Technology, and Public Education Advocate. An occasional foray into liberal politics too. North Carolina · http://the21stcenturyprincipal.blogspot.com/
#7 @NSTA (Wichita State @WichitaStateMBB) (30,300 followers) The National Science Teachers Association: promoting excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning for all. Arlington, Virginia · nsta.org vs. #10 @TechNinjaTodd (Indiana @IUBB_Hoosiers) (18,200 followers) Educator, Boundary-Pusher, Trail Blazer, Tech Ninja, Questioner, Out of the Box Thinker, Problem Solver, PIRATE, Author, Husband (Tweets are my own). Texas · toddnesloney.com Guest Blog Post: Just Block EVERYTHING: Students and Social Media
#8 @stevereifman (Cincinnati) (29,500 followers) Nat. Board Certified elementary teacher, author of the Chase Manning Mysteries for kids 8-12, & creator of books & other resources on teaching the whole child. Santa Monica, CA · stevereifman.com vs. #9 @mattBgomez (Purdue @BoilerBall) (20,600 followers) Kindergarten teacher since 2001,@edcampDallasfounder/organizer, #kinderchat moderator, presenter & Texas Aggie! Working on my Masters in Ed Tech #BeBrave Plano, Tx ·mattBgomez.com
EAST
#1 @edutopia (Villanova @NovaMBB) (551,000 followers) Inspiration and information for what works in education. San Rafael, California, USA · edutopia.org * vs. #16 @askteacherzcom (Lafayette @LafayetteHoops) (2,800 followers) Parents~Family1st~Bloggers~PDFacilitators~DIYers. Managers #CollabEd – Tchrs: Gr.1 MA Counseling & Gr.8 USHistory MA History; FBCoach; Jogger; Free-Lance Writer Post: Rodger Hunwick: Educator of the Week
#2 @NEAToday (Virginia @UVAMensHoops) (123,200 followers) The National Education Association, the nation’s largest professional employee organization, is committed to advancing the cause of public education. Washington DC · nea.org vs. #15 @ski626 (Belmont @UVAMensHoops) (3,800 followers) Principal of Millbrook High School, Millbrook, New York. Interested in new, innovative ways to improve learning. vizify.com/sandra-k-intri…* Educator of the Week
#3 @edmodo (Oklahoma @OU_MBBall) (86,500 followers) The official twitter account for Edmodo. Where learning happens. For support-related questions, visit http://help.edmodo.com San Mateo, CA · edmodo.com * vs. #14 @wkrakower (Albany @UAlbany_MBB) (6,125 followers) Ed Tech Consultant/Presenter, co-moderator of #satchat& #njedOrganizer#edcampnjPartner @EvolvingEdLLC,#EdmodoCT, ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Educator
#4 @LAFund (Louisville) (56,900 followers) We’re a Los Angeles education non-profit. Funder of transformative programs within LAUSD. Investor in arts education, health and more. Creator of #ArtsMatter. Los Angeles, CA · lafund.org * Guest Blog: The LA Fund & Facing History and Ourselves Combat Bullying vs. #13 @TeacherSabrina (UCal-Irvine @UCImbb) (8,900 followers) Used to teach 4th grade. Now teach/learn from folks of all ages to stand up for ourselves, our schools & democracy. ED@EduIntegrity. Tweets mine, RTs/faves = 0. Washington, DC ·sabrinajoystevens.com
#5 @rweingarten (Northern Iowa @UNImbb) (44,900 followers) American Federation of Teachers president, committed to improving schools, hospitals and public institutions for children, families and communities. Washington, DC · aft.org * vs. #12 @plnaugle (Wyoming) (13,110 followers) 4th Grade Teacher, #4thchatModerator, DEN Star, SimpleK12 Ambassador, EdcampNOLA organizer, tech integration spec., innovative educator, 30+ yrs of experience. New Orleans, LA · about.me/plnaugle * Guest Blog: Should You Be Using Exit Slips in Your Classroom?
#6 @burgessdave (Providence College) (34,400 followers) Teacher/speaker who teaches how to live and teach with passion, enthusiasm, and increased creativity. Author of Teach Like a PIRATE. San Diego, CA · daveburgess.com * vs. #11 @TeacherCast (Dayton@DaytonMBB) (15,200 followers) TeacherCast.netwas created by@JeffBradbury, a teacher, to help teachers better use technology in their classrooms. Philadelphia · TeacherCast.net
#7 @markbrumley (Michigan State @MSU_Basketball) (28,900 followers) Founder of http://teachamazing.com . Educational technology leader committed to 21st Century learners and their teachers. Texas · teachamazing.com vs. #10 @changeequation (University of Georgia ) (18,200 followers) A non-partisan, CEO-led initiative to connect and align efforts to improve STEM learning in the United States. Washington D.C. · http://www.changetheequation.org.
#8 @mbteach (NC State @PackMensBball) (25,900 followers) Technology Integration Specialist in Philadelphia. Edcamp Foundation Board member & organizer. mbteach.com vs. #9 @NAESP (LSU @LSUBasketball) (20,100 followers) National Association of Elementary School Principals: Serving all elementary and middle-level principals. Alexandria, VA ·naesp.org
South
#1 @DiscoveryEd (Duke @dukeblueplanet) (208,000 followers) Supporting teachers by bringing the world of Discovery into classrooms to ignite students’ natural curiosity. Global ·DiscoveryEducation.com vs. #16 @JamieArmin (UNF 2,050 followers) Enthusiastic MS Health/Life Skills Edu from MA 30yrs Co-moderator #CollabEd Mon8pmET & #sunchat Sun9amET LOVES Family & CA. Massachusetts. / @2014FloridaTOY (RMU 1,325 followers) 2014 Florida Teacher of the Year & National Finalist. My motto is B.E.L.I.E.V.E.! BE the EDUCATORS who LIVE to INSPIRE & EMPOWER VIA EXCELLENCE! ® #ESOL Teacher Orlando ·facebook.com/2014FloridaTea…Connected Educator of the Week Interview
#2 @ASCD (121,500 followers) The international education association dedicated to providing programs, products, and services that empower educators to support the success of each learner. Alexandria, VA (D.C. area) · http://www.ascd.org vs. #15 @MrsMorgansClass (NDSU 3,800 followers) 2nd grade teacher using tech to differentiate instruction, challenge my students & connect! #ISTE14presenter#2ndchatmoderator #globalclassroom lead teacher. Fort Worth, Texas ·mrsmorgansstars.edublogs.org * Educator of the Week
#3 @E_Sheninger (78,400 followers) enior Fellow at @RigorRelevance and K-12 Director of Tech & Innovation (Spotswood, NJ) ~ Principal, Learner, Author, Speaker, #digilead | Thoughts are my own. Staten Island, NY ericsheninger.com vs. #14 @Ron_Peck (UAB 5,050 followers) AP US, AP World History Teacher & tech integrator. Edutopia contributor & Co-Creator of #sschat & EdcampSS. NCSS & BER Seminar Presenter on SS tech integration. Medford, Oregon USA · historygeek29.blogspot.com
#4 @cybraryman1 (55,500 followers) Educator, Speaker, Writer trying to catalog the internet for students, educators and parents. http://cybraryman.com#Edchat moderator. ÜT: 27.179819,-80.236438 · cybraryman.com * Guest Blog: Teachers, Follow that Hashtag! vs. #13 @kellyhines (EWU 8,800 followers) Keeping Kids First – Wife, Mom, Learner, Leader, Teacher – NBCT, DEN Guru, NC DEN LC, SMART Exemplary Educator & Certified Trainer, NC Kenan Fellow 2013-2014. Greensboro,NC ·kellyhines.wordpress.com
#5 @kylepace (Utah 42,900 followers) Instructional Technology Specialist/Google Certified Teacher. EdWeek Leader to Learn From. ASCD Emerging Leader.#edcampKC MA in EdTech. I connect dots. Lee’s Summit, MO. · kylepace.com vs. #12 @Facinghistory (SFA 12,200 followers) Facing History and Ourselves combats racism and antisemitism by using history to teach tolerance in classrooms around the globe. All over · facinghistory.org
#6 @LEGO_Education (SMU 31,700 followers) LEGO Education is the education division within The LEGO Group. We share the latest in trends, news, product updates, event details and educator contests. Pittsburg, Kansas. LEGOeducation.us vs. #11 @thomascmurray (UCLA 14,200 followers) State & District Digital Learning Director,@all4ed, Author, Fmr. Director of Tech & Cyber, Blogger, Keynote, Consultant,#FutureReady, #edtechchat co-founder. Live in PA, Work in DC thomascmurray.com * Educator of the Week
#7 @chrislehmann (Iowa 27,400 followers) Principal of the Science Leadership Academy Co-Chair – EduConPhiladelphia, PA · http://www.practicaltheory.org/serendipity vs. #10 @smithsonianedu (Davidson 17,800 followers) Resources for teachers and their classrooms from the Smithsonian Institution. Terms of use:http://www.si.edu/Termsofuse. Washington, DC · SmithsonianEducation.org
#8 @maggiecary (SDSU 27,100 followers) Teacher, writer, and mom to 2 great kids & 1 big dog. I write about, education, parenting & kidlit. Author of Secrets of the Crystal Cavern.classroomtalk.com vs. #9 @principalspage (SJU 19,100 followers) Superintendent, Self-Proclaimed Author of #1 Read Superintendent Blog in the World, Google Certified Administrator, Speaker, micsmith@principalspage.com. Tuscola, Illinois ·michaelsmithsupt.com * Post: Michael Smith: Educator of the Week
West
#1 @WeAreTeachers (Wisconsin @BadgerMBB) (200,200 followers) We offer ideas, inspiration & information for your best days & double that for your hard ones. Supporting kids means supporting educators, always. Austin, TX · weareteachers.com vs. #16 @GeneinLetford (Coastal Carolina) (796 followers) (tutor profile) I teach music & LOVE sharing teacher grants and Ss scholarships. Supporter of Arts Ed! A Bruin – 2013 PEOPLE Magazine Teacher of the Year Finalist – God bless! CA geneinletford.comConnected Educator of the Week Interview, Guest post: Top 10 Tips for Successful Grant Writing
#2 @DickieV (Arizona) (700,000 followers) Dickie V is a longtime college basketball analyst with ESPN. Sports Events Worldwidedickvitaleonline.com/twitter vs. #15 @ncarroll24 (Texas Southern) (3,475 followers) A wife, mom, daughter, sister, friend, colleague & 4th Gr. teacher. Co-Moderator of #4thchat. Looking to learn about and share resources for school. Massachusetts teachingiselementary.blogspot.com* Educator of the Week, 4th Grade Teachers Connect Via Twitter
#3 @ShellTerrell (Notre Dame 59,900 followers) The 30 Goals Challenge author, teacher trainer, #Edchat founder, Host for AM TESOL Free Fri Webinars, proud mama of Rosco the Pug. worldwide · bit.ly/ShellTerrell vs. #14 @mytowntutorsMA (Georgia State) (4,675 followers) We help #Massachusetts#parentsconnect with local #teacherswho #tutor.Teachers are great tutors! Founded by a teacher for teachers! Massachusetts mytowntutors.com
#4 @toddwhitaker (UNC 51,000 followers) Focus on Leadership, Teaching & Motivation. Todd has written over 30 books inc What Great Teachers Do Differently, Shifting The Monkey & The 10 Minute Inservice. toddwhitaker.com vs. #13 @mytowntutors (Harvard) (8,050 followers) Teachers are GREAT tutors! We connect parents with local teachers who tutor. Teachers keep 100% of fees. FREE to search. http://www.mytowntutors.com/blog/ Boston, Massachusetts & USA.mytowntutors.com
#5 @shannonmmiller (Arkansas 40,415 followers) Teacher Librarian who ❤ connecting, creating & change. Presenter. Consultant. Blogger. Connected Educator. Faces of Innovation. Connecting People Shorty Award. Van Meter, Iowa · vanmeterlibraryvoice.blogspot.comPost: 4 Reasons @ShannonMMiller is Tops for Teachers & Shannon Miller: Educator of the Week. vs. #12 @flourishingkids (Wofford) (11,700 followers) Elementary teacher/academic coach/author “25 Super Sight Word Songs & Mini-Books” Working to amplify teacher voice @EdSurge. SF Bay Area, CA · allkidscanflourish.blogspot.com
#6 @NCTM (Xavier 30,600 followers) The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics is the public voice of mathematics education. More and better mathematics for all! Reston, Virginia. nctm.org #1 Resource for Math Teachers vs. #11 @OfficialDLDay (Miss 14,200 followers) Digital Learning Day is an effort by the Alliance for Excellent Education to engage students & empower educators through effective use of digital tools. #DLDay * DigitalLearningDay.org
#7 @sjunkins (VCU 24,100 followers) Digital Integration Specialist. Apple Distinguished Educator. Google Certified Teacher. STAR Discovery Educator. Myrtle Beach, SC seansdesk.com vs. #10 @PrincipalJ (Ohio State) (16,800 followers) Elementary Principal, Twitter Evangelist,#educoach chat co-moderator, #PrincipalCast Co-Host, author of Adventures in Blockworld at http://bit.ly/Blockworld rural Wisconsin · principalj.net
#8 @AFTunion (Oregon 21,200 followers) We’re 1.5 million teachers, paraprofessionals/school-related personnel, higher ed faculty, gov’t employees, & healthcare workers making a difference every day. Washington, DC ·http://www.aft.org vs. #9 @Tolerance_org (Oklahoma State) (18,800 followers) Founded in 1991 by the Southern Poverty Law Center, Teaching Tolerance provides educators with free educational materials. Montgomery, AL · tolerance.org
