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MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:00 PM EST

Welcome to #1stchat We are happy to be here tonight. Please introduce yourself and tell us what you are hoping to do during winter break.

EHSMrsJ Dec 11 @ 8:00 PM EST

You can decorate a tree in Seesaw now, too! @TraciPiltz @KamiButterfield #1stchat #2ndchat

In reply to @TraciPiltz, @KamiButterfield

EHSMrsJ Dec 2 @ 12:42 PM EST

Ss can turn off the Background on labels in @Seesaw to enhance any photo w/emoji! Perfect for science, SS, or decorating a 🎄! #seesawchat

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:01 PM EST

Alicia from Seattle here. I am excited to see family over the break. #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:01 PM EST

Hello! Leka from Iowa. Excited to welcome @MollyMeck and @AliciaMISmith as guest moderators tonight! #1stchat

In reply to @MollyMeck, @AliciaMISmith

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:01 PM EST

Hi Leka! So glad to be a guest moderators here at #1stchat !

In reply to @lekadegroot, @MollyMeck

MrLee1stGrade Dec 11 @ 8:02 PM EST

I'm Eric and a 1st grade teacher in Minnesota. I'll probably be spending winter break preparing for new units.. #1stchat #1styearin1stgrade

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:02 PM EST

Happy Sunday! It's time for #1stchat. I'm Val from Michigan and excited to have guest-hosts @MollyMeck & @AliciaMISmith tonight.

In reply to @MollyMeck, @AliciaMISmith

MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:02 PM EST

My first time as a guest moderator for #1stchat. So exciting to be sharing learning with all of you tonight!

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:02 PM EST

We are dealing with 6-10 inches of snow in Southeastern Michigan. Snow Day for tomorrow! #1stchat

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:02 PM EST

Hi Eric! Glad to have you here! That 1st year can be a doozy! #1stchat

In reply to @MrLee1stGrade

hinkleagGCC Dec 11 @ 8:03 PM EST

Hello! I am Anna Hinkle, a preservice teacher studying at Grove City College. Excited to join on #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:04 PM EST

Hi Eric, glad you are joining in. #1stchat

In reply to @MrLee1stGrade

MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:04 PM EST

Welcome to #1stchat @hinkleagGCC We are so glad you are here!

In reply to @hinkleagGCC

HimesMakayla Dec 11 @ 8:04 PM EST

Hello! I am Makayla Himes, a Grove City College student studying Elementary Education. I am excited to be a part of #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:06 PM EST

Welcome Makayla! Glad to have you. #1stchat

In reply to @HimesMakayla

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:07 PM EST

Q1 coming up…#1stchat

MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:08 PM EST

We will be using the Q1 A1 format tonight. Q1 is coming up. Welcome to #1stchat on a rainy, cold night here in Seattle.

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:08 PM EST

Please make sure you are following @MollyMeck & @AliciaMISmith so that you can see the questions as they are tweeted. #1stchat

In reply to @MollyMeck, @AliciaMISmith

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:08 PM EST

Q1 #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:09 PM EST

Q1 is up! #1stchat

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:08 PM EST

Q1 #1stchat

FirstAtBat Dec 11 @ 8:11 PM EST

Terry here who lost track of time. A1: The decisions and plans are based on Ss strengths, needs, choices and likes/dislikes. #1stchat

RCSLitCoach Dec 11 @ 8:11 PM EST

#1stchat A1 Student-centered mean the adults make extra sacrifices to ensure Ss learn. Not doing what's easy. Doing what works for Ss.

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1 Students are doing most of the talking, thinking and the learning. #1stchat

hinkleagGCC Dec 11 @ 8:11 PM EST

Student means focusing the energy onto each individual student and their needs and interests to be a teacher of impact #1stchat

tracey_bleakley Dec 11 @ 8:12 PM EST

Hi everyone! Tracey, first grade teacher from Texas - joining a little late tonight. #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1 Teachers are responsive to the academic and social/emotional needs of their students. #1stchat

huels_ryan Dec 11 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1 A classroom where experiences are provided to allow for each student to take ownership of their learning #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1 Student-centred means student voice and direction. Luckily, I teach an SK/1 in Ontario and most of our day is inquiry! #1stchat

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:12 PM EST

I love this! You are so right—it is often harder but so worth it to see Ss engaged in meaningful learning. #1stchat

In reply to @RCSLitCoach

lekadegroot - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1 Student centered mean Ts meet where students are and provide support according to students' needs. #1stchat

MrLee1stGrade Dec 11 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1: The students help drive what is learned in the classroom. #1stchat

MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:13 PM EST

Yes! Student Centered Learning means we are asking our kids what they want to learn and teaching them how to be successful. #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1 Student-centred also means highly-differentiated and not just "cookie cutter" lessons for the whole group all day long. #1stchat

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:14 PM EST

Wow what a great set up! I love the days when my Ss are engrossed in inquiry based projects—so much learning occurs! #1stchat

In reply to @Teach_Laidlaw

HimesMakayla Dec 11 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1: Students are able to contribute to their learning. The teacher teaches to the Ss strengths and improves their weaknesses. #1stchat

Mrspgteach1017 Dec 11 @ 8:14 PM EST

Hi everyone, sorry I'm late had some difficulty. I'm an Instructional Aide in Southern California #1stchat

RCSLitCoach Dec 11 @ 8:14 PM EST

& it starts by building on Ss current, existing strengths rather than where we wish they would be. #1stchat

In reply to @AliciaMISmith

lekadegroot - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1 Students are given choices throughout the day. In results students gain ownership to their own learning. #1stchat

MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:14 PM EST

@huels_ryan Exactly. S's must feel ownership and then they are empowered to learn more. #1stchat

In reply to @huels_ryan

tracey_bleakley Dec 11 @ 8:15 PM EST

A1 Students are given choice throughout the day, instructional decisions are based on student needs and interests. #1stchat

MrLee1stGrade Dec 11 @ 8:16 PM EST

glad to be joining the conversation again this week! #1stchat

In reply to @valruckes

Mrspgteach1017 Dec 11 @ 8:16 PM EST

A1. I think that would mean where the students have a say in what they get to learn and how. #1stchat

MrsStajduhar1A Dec 11 @ 8:16 PM EST

A1- student centered means the environment and approach to education asks why this learning at this time for this child #1stchat

MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:16 PM EST

Yes! We have unique expectations for all our students. We much start where they are and move them forward. #1stchat

In reply to @Teach_Laidlaw

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:16 PM EST

Took a lot of "letting go" - but they truly are learning. Lots of conferences, injecting vocab andobservations. #1stchat

In reply to @AliciaMISmith

smalchow Dec 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

Hi all! Sara from Snowy WI joining In a bit late. #PackerGame #ShovelingSnow #1stchat

RCSLitCoach Dec 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

#1stchat Always good conversation with @valruckes

In reply to @valruckes

MrLee1stGrade Dec 11 @ 8:16 PM EST

glad to be joining the conversation again this week! #1stchat
In reply to @valruckes

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

Q2 #1stchat

MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

Students are empowered when they can learn about what they want to know. #1stchat

In reply to @Mrspgteach1017

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

Welcome Wendy! Glad you are joining us tonight! #1stchat

In reply to @RCSLitCoach, @AliciaMISmith

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:18 PM EST

I like that you included the WHOLE student. #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1 Teachers are responsive to the academic and social/emotional needs of their students. #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:18 PM EST

Q2 is on deck! #1stchat

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

Q2 #1stchat

tracey_bleakley Dec 11 @ 8:18 PM EST

A 1 Also Ss are a part of the goal setting and tracking process. #1stchat

MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:19 PM EST

Giving S's voice and choice means teaching them how to learn and that always involves the whole child. #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:18 PM EST
I like that you included the WHOLE student. #1stchat
- valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:12 PM EST
  
  A1 Teachers are responsive to the academic and social/emotional needs of their students. #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:19 PM EST

How are you making this happen? #1stchat

tracey_bleakley Dec 11 @ 8:18 PM EST

A 1 Also Ss are a part of the goal setting and tracking process. #1stchat

hinkleagGCC Dec 11 @ 8:19 PM EST

A2: I am not a teacher yet so I am interested to hear everyone's ideas! #1stchat

MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:20 PM EST

Yes! S's must be setting goals and planning how they are going to show their learning. So important! #1stchat

In reply to @tracey_bleakley

MrsStajduhar1A Dec 11 @ 8:20 PM EST

A1 - inquiry based classroom, student ownership, community that fosters collaboration, set up w/ student needs in mind not teachers #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2 I am very fortunate we are moving toward inquiry throughout the curricula in Ontario - starting in K. And I teach SK/1 😀 #1stchat

huels_ryan Dec 11 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2 Student leadership roles, student led morning meetings to share news/teach social/emotional lessons, open ended STEM activities #1stchat

HimesMakayla Dec 11 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2: I do not have my own classroom yet, however I am interested in what other educators have to say. #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:21 PM EST

A2 Morning meetings. "I feel ___ because ___." Guides how we may tackle the learning block or day. Social problem solving. #1stchat

Mrspgteach1017 Dec 11 @ 8:21 PM EST

Mainly letting them be free to give their opinion on a subject without being told they are wrong. Being supportive and constructive #1stchat

FirstAtBat Dec 11 @ 8:21 PM EST

A2: I am never where I want to be with this. I offer some choice, but not the degree I want. #1stchat

HimesMakayla Dec 11 @ 8:21 PM EST

That is such a creative idea! Thank you for sharing! #1stchat

In reply to @Teach_Laidlaw

MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:22 PM EST

I believe every student can be a leader. We just need to empower them to move forward. #1stchat

In reply to @huels_ryan

FirstAtBat Dec 11 @ 8:22 PM EST

A2: This year my students choose seats and decided on the design of our class. #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:22 PM EST

A2 I observe/chat w Ss abt their interests. Then ask parents to donate or look in my storage. Right now it's rocks, trucks, & mass. #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:23 PM EST

A2 We are using some of our thinking routines to plan for inquiry and exploration. #1stchat

HimesMakayla Dec 11 @ 8:23 PM EST

Awesome point! Thank you for sharing! #1stchat

In reply to @Mrspgteach1017

MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:23 PM EST

So powerful. My S''s make choices about where they sit and who they learn with every day. #1stchat #NoAssignedSpots

FirstAtBat Dec 11 @ 8:22 PM EST

A2: This year my students choose seats and decided on the design of our class. #1stchat

MrLee1stGrade Dec 11 @ 8:23 PM EST

A2: I haven't been able to incorporate much student choice yet this year. Hoping to do more starting in January #1stchat

MrsStajduhar1A Dec 11 @ 8:23 PM EST

A2 - provocations or posing questions, see where it takes us/their interests lay, encouraging inquiry & opinion/idea sharing, #1stchat

smalchow Dec 11 @ 8:24 PM EST

A2- I'm a big proponent of #FlexibleSeating. Giving Ss ownership of their choices is a game changer #1stchat

MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:24 PM EST

Why is that? #1stchat

In reply to @MrLee1stGrade

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:24 PM EST

Can you share more on this? #1stchat

In reply to @valruckes

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:24 PM EST

A2 critically thinking about their interests and how I can make the curriculum fit the student (and not the other way around!) #1stchat

Jennifertorgers Dec 11 @ 8:24 PM EST

A2: Students have choice of how to show their learning. They can video, draw a picture, write. Different solutions are accepted. #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:25 PM EST

A2 Helper jobs, flexible seating, Daily 5 & math tasks. Working towards choosing ways to show their understanding. #1stchat

HimesMakayla Dec 11 @ 8:25 PM EST

Great idea! Thank you for sharing! I will be sure to keep these ideas in mind for when I have my own classroom. #1stchat

In reply to @Jennifertorgers

MrLee1stGrade Dec 11 @ 8:25 PM EST

I've put more focus on what the students are learning rather than how so far this year #1stchat

In reply to @MollyMeck

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:25 PM EST

yes! Here is @MollyMeck and I moderating #1stchat . Even adults like #FlexibleSeating

In reply to @smalchow, @MollyMeck

Jennifertorgers Dec 11 @ 8:26 PM EST

A2 Sometimes there isn't a choice about whether or not something gets done, but where and when are up to the student. #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:26 PM EST

Any chance you can share the bookmark? #1stchat

In reply to @tracey_bleakley

MrsStajduhar1A Dec 11 @ 8:26 PM EST

A2 - flexible seating, variety of choices, freedom to move through the classroom, tables to encourage collaboration #1stchat

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:26 PM EST

Q3 on deck #1stchat

huels_ryan Dec 11 @ 8:26 PM EST

what video apps/tools do you use? #1stchat

In reply to @Jennifertorgers

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:27 PM EST

there's a section of my newsletter explaining interests/curriculum connections and asking for items #1stchat

In reply to @Mrspgteach1017

tracey_bleakley Dec 11 @ 8:27 PM EST

I love letting my students choose how to show their learning. They are so much more engaged! #1stchat

In reply to @Jennifertorgers

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:27 PM EST

Q3 #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:27 PM EST

I'm not seeing the Q3... #1stchat

In reply to @AliciaMISmith

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:27 PM EST

including free items like corks, acorns, pinecone, material scraps #1stchat

In reply to @Mrspgteach1017

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:28 PM EST

A2 Starting our information book clubs soon. Students explore topics of choice & decide how they'll share learning w/peers. #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:28 PM EST

Q3 is on deck! #1stchat

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:27 PM EST

Q3 #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:28 PM EST

Love it. My students and I collaborate on the setup of our room. They moved a shelf to turn it into a puppet theatre! #1stchat

In reply to @FirstAtBat

Mrspgteach1017 Dec 11 @ 8:28 PM EST

Thanks, I'll have to check it out. #1stchat

In reply to @Teach_Laidlaw

FirstAtBat Dec 11 @ 8:29 PM EST

A3: Stamina, resourceful, driven, goal-oriented, growth mindset #1stchat

MrsStajduhar1A Dec 11 @ 8:29 PM EST

A3 - growthmindset and perseverance, willingness to make mistakes and see it as a growth/learning, communication skills, curiosity #1stchat

HimesMakayla Dec 11 @ 8:29 PM EST

Such an awesome way to allow students to express their creativity. Great idea! #1stchat

In reply to @Teach_Laidlaw

smalchow Dec 11 @ 8:30 PM EST

A3- Need to know when their choices aren't working 4 them /aren't the best choice & then how 2 change that choice. #flexblethinking #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

A3 decision making, risk taking, self reflection, growth mindset #1stchat

Mrspgteach1017 Dec 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

A3. Confidence. If we can nurture confidence to speak openly, they'll be more apt to participate freely. #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

A3 Lots of opportunities to "wonder" and ask questions. Encouragement to explore their interests and take risks. #1stchat

tracey_bleakley Dec 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

Sure, I found it on tpt. Here is the link https://t.co/wtBEL5GI8I #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

A3 students need the learning skills as outlined in Ontario's "Growing Success" document. These are reported on report cards. #1stchat

huels_ryan Dec 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

A3 The ability to work together with their peers and problem solve is essential to student directed learning #1stchat

hinkleagGCC Dec 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

A3: students need to KNOW that they have the skills to be successful #1stchat

smalchow Dec 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

Agreed! Mistakes are proof that you are trying. Never a problem to take that risk. #growthmindset #1stchat

Mrspgteach1017 Dec 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

A3. Confidence. If we can nurture confidence to speak openly, they'll be more apt to participate freely. #1stchat

Mrspgteach1017 Dec 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

Excellent point. They need to know it's ok to make a mistake. #1stchat

In reply to @MrsStajduhar1A

MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

I'm always modeling why I wouldn't work well with my best friend. We must help S's figure out who helps them learn . #1stchat

In reply to @smalchow

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

our school moto is “mistakes are welcome here” I love that it demonstrates a growth mindset approach to school and life #1stchat

In reply to @smalchow

tracey_bleakley Dec 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

A3 Mindset stances from Mindset for Learning #1stchat

RCSLitCoach Dec 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

#1stchat A3 Skills are not really a prerequisite for choice and voice. Every Ss has a story inside. They need a sense of agency to tell it.

hinkleagGCC Dec 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

A3: a growth mindset is also very important #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

A3 Students are often afraid of failure and making mistakes. Help them become fearless and tenacious learners. #1stchat

Jennifertorgers Dec 11 @ 8:34 PM EST

A3 Students must learn to be reflective. They need to be able to measure their growth and set goals with assistance. #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:34 PM EST

and access to the materials to do so. #1stchat

In reply to @valruckes

MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:34 PM EST

Yes! We must teach S's skills that ensure they are learning more and more. #1stchat

In reply to @hinkleagGCC

globalmathtask Dec 11 @ 8:34 PM EST

Connect to share the learning! Sign up to tweet #GMTTC #mathtask from Jan.- Jun https://t.co/YVi3CJpd72 #globaled #edtech #1stchat #edchat

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:35 PM EST

A3 Encouraging dispositions such as: Curiosity, resourcefulness, resilience, and being open-minded. #1stchat

MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

Open minded is so important. I definitely teach my S's a mindset for learning. #1stchat

In reply to @valruckes

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q4 on deck shortly #1stchat

RCSLitCoach Dec 11 @ 8:37 PM EST

#1stchat But babies do not start out that way - fears are a result of getting hurt or the way adults respond to mistakes.

In reply to @valruckes

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:38 PM EST

A3 I think it's also important to give time to revisit a concept and dig deeper. My kids have done this already w seasons & rocks. #1stchat

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:38 PM EST

Q4 #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

I love the idea of revisiting concepts in order to dig deeper. #1stchat

In reply to @Teach_Laidlaw

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

Q4 is on deck! #1stchat

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:38 PM EST

Q4 #1stchat

FirstAtBat Dec 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

A4: It doesn't keep me, but makes it more difficult: curriculum maps, schedules, standardized assessments #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:40 PM EST

A4 School expectations and get-togethers the entire month of December. This concert is going to be the death of me... #1stchat

Mrspgteach1017 Dec 11 @ 8:40 PM EST

A4. For the simple fear that they might totally run away with it, and I'll never get back on task. #1stchat

Jennifertorgers Dec 11 @ 8:41 PM EST

Q4 What sometimes keeps me from letting students drive the learning is the pressure from standardized testing. #1stchat

FirstAtBat Dec 11 @ 8:41 PM EST

A4: I am also on a learning curve...it is a shift of thinking for me. I am learning, and want to do it well. Need resources, ideas #1stchat

hinkleagGCC Dec 11 @ 8:41 PM EST

I agree! It can be hard to want students to guide their learning while having to follow a curriculum. #1stchat

Mrspgteach1017 Dec 11 @ 8:40 PM EST

A4. For the simple fear that they might totally run away with it, and I'll never get back on task. #1stchat

smalchow Dec 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

A4- Definitely constraints and pressures of timelines, assessments, schedules, etc. #unfortunate #1stchat

MrsStajduhar1A Dec 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

A4 - curriculum & parental desires Use curriculum to provoke, Ss explore from there. Differs from parents school experience=tricky #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

A4 I think we try to do too much at once. Starting with one area/subject tends to work for me. #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

A4 In literacy, it is the low knowledge and application skills in my SK/1 grp. Not yet independent. Need for early interventions. #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

A4 I think a common misconception is losing control & time for prep. When we let go, things may get easier. #1stchat

MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

I so understand that pressure but what I've found is that S's who have voice and choice do better on those tests. #1stchat

In reply to @Jennifertorgers

FirstAtBat Dec 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

A4: The reality is, they can't be in total control. They need us as guides, make decisions that they aren't mature enough to do. #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:44 PM EST

I lucked in this year. The parents have totally bought into inquiry and play. Very supportive. #1stchat #countryschool

In reply to @MrsStajduhar1A

MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:44 PM EST

We must guide and scaffold them as they go. There is so much more teaching in a voice and choice classroom. #1stchat

FirstAtBat Dec 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

A4: The reality is, they can't be in total control. They need us as guides, make decisions that they aren't mature enough to do. #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:44 PM EST

Agree. I think we have to go slow to go faster later. Modeling, group work, then shift control to students. #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

A4 I think we try to do too much at once. Starting with one area/subject tends to work for me. #1stchat

RCSLitCoach Dec 11 @ 8:44 PM EST

A4 #1stchat In student-centered classrooms students and adults co-navigate learning. Totally driving may require expertise that Ss dont have

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:38 PM EST

Q4 #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

Absolutely. I found Science and Social Studies (Ontario curricula) the easiest to begin with. #1stchat

In reply to @valruckes

lekadegroot - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

Agree! This is another misconception. In the end, we Ts have a total control. We have to guide Ss to make decision. #1stchat

FirstAtBat Dec 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

A4: The reality is, they can't be in total control. They need us as guides, make decisions that they aren't mature enough to do. #1stchat

MrsStajduhar1A Dec 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

A4 - Cross curricular exploration is amazing! So many different curriculum areas explored/covered through single/ongoing inquiries #1stchat

MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:46 PM EST

It is challenging but totally worth the work that goes into it! #1stchat

In reply to @Jennifertorgers

FirstAtBat Dec 11 @ 8:46 PM EST

I wonder what a day would look like if we did give them total control. Maybe we should create a day like that. #1stchat #StudentsinCharge

MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:47 PM EST

I call that We Wonder Wednesday in June! #1stchat

In reply to @FirstAtBat

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:47 PM EST

Q5 on deck #1stchat

smalchow Dec 11 @ 8:47 PM EST

Great point! Want 2 give more control 2 Ss but need 2 remind myself they are 6 & need guidance 2 learn how to make gd choices #1stchat

FirstAtBat Dec 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

A4: The reality is, they can't be in total control. They need us as guides, make decisions that they aren't mature enough to do. #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:48 PM EST

My Identity Day was somewhat like that. I sat back and listened & participated. So empowering! #1stchat

In reply to @FirstAtBat

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:48 PM EST

Q5 #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:48 PM EST

Tell us more! #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:48 PM EST

My Identity Day was somewhat like that. I sat back and listened & participated. So empowering! #1stchat
In reply to @FirstAtBat

hinkleagGCC Dec 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

A5: when done correctly, cooperative learning is one of the most powerful forms of instruction so I try to use it often #1stchat

FirstAtBat Dec 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

But you decided the theme/topic of the day. I wonder what a day designed by Ss would really look like. #1stchat This might be a Ss blog

lekadegroot - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:48 PM EST

My Identity Day was somewhat like that. I sat back and listened & participated. So empowering! #1stchat
In reply to @FirstAtBat

lekadegroot - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

It was a day of passion sharing. Ss prepared a presentation about their passion and shared with classmates. #1stchat

In reply to @valruckes

MrsStajduhar1A Dec 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

A4 - For example while exploring Social Studies we had unexpected math chat, which spiralled into another investigation #1stchat

hinkleagGCC Dec 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

A5: cooperative learning, as said by Vygotsky, is so important for establishing a community/culture of learners #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

Indeed!Kids learned about deer leather in #aboriginaleducation &connected to Science w some NumberSense&Measurement #1stChat

In reply to @MrsStajduhar1A

FirstAtBat Dec 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

My Hour of Empower is Ss choice, but I still ask for a specific process. I love what they do in that hour! #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

A5 My students work in partnerships several times a day. We work in groups a lot more in second semester. #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:51 PM EST

My class is play based with only a bit of whole grp time. Mini guided mtgs w me. Lots of grp constructing. #1stchat 1/2

In reply to @FirstAtBat

FirstAtBat Dec 11 @ 8:51 PM EST

A5: Several times a day. We work very little in isolation. #1stchat

MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:51 PM EST

So powerful and I bet everyones ideas and presentations were unique. Thats #VoiceAndChoice #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

It was a day of passion sharing. Ss prepared a presentation about their passion and shared with classmates. #1stchat
In reply to @valruckes

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:51 PM EST

2/2 looks like chaos bc there's so much going on but truly amazing when looking thru inquiry teacher lens #1stchat

In reply to @FirstAtBat

Mrspgteach1017 Dec 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

A5: probably not as often as we should. When we do get a chance it can be productive providing they stay on task #chatterbox #1stchat

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

Q6 is coming up…last Q of the night! #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

They truly were inspiring. Ss found new respect for each other. They all took pride in their sharing:) #1stchat

In reply to @MollyMeck

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

A5 Every day. For at least 200 minutes per day (we have 3 100-minute learning blocks). #1stchat

MrsStajduhar1A Dec 11 @ 8:53 PM EST

A5 - everyday, all day long! A classroom set up for inquiry encourages collaboration and deepens engagement & learning #1stchat

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:48 PM EST

Q5 #1stchat

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:53 PM EST

Q6 #1stchat

Jennifertorgers Dec 11 @ 8:53 PM EST

A5 My students are working with either groups or partners the majority of the day, everyday. #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:53 PM EST

A5 aside from character and social skills, students are teaching and learning from each other. Adding to concepts, feedback.#1stchat

MollyMeck Dec 11 @ 8:54 PM EST

Collaboration drives learning! #1stchat

MrsStajduhar1A Dec 11 @ 8:53 PM EST
A5 - everyday, all day long! A classroom set up for inquiry encourages collaboration and deepens engagement & learning #1stchat
- AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:48 PM EST
  
  Q5 #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:54 PM EST

A5 students think critically together to design next steps and projects, collect resources, write/talk lists, problem-solve. #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:54 PM EST

Q6 is on deck! #1stchat

AliciaMISmith Dec 11 @ 8:53 PM EST

Q6 #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:55 PM EST

I think as a teacher you have to give students a guideline, even if students design their own learning. #1stchat

In reply to @FirstAtBat

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:56 PM EST

A6 a stop sign made of two red trapezoids! #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Dec 11 @ 8:56 PM EST

A6 a puppet theatre with tickets, seats, an MC, and "snacks" #1stchat

FirstAtBat Dec 11 @ 8:56 PM EST

I agree 100%. #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Dec 11 @ 8:55 PM EST

I think as a teacher you have to give students a guideline, even if students design their own learning. #1stchat
In reply to @FirstAtBat