#langchat Archive

#LangChat is dedicated to the discussion of topics associated with issues and trends in world language instruction and learning. Educators, administrators, learners, and aficionados of world languages are encouraged to participate and share their experiences and input on various topics such as new ways to teach vocabulary, using music in the language classroom, and making standards-based grading valid. This chat is also unique in that it brings together language educators worldwide and from different contexts (elementary, secondary, higher education, etc.) and languages.
Thursday May 4, 2017
8:00 PM EDT
  • participatechat May 4 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #langchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/q9PdwKw6v4
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Good evening, #langchat! Let's start with who you are, where you're from, and what you teach! Maybe share a positive thing from this week?
  • MmeBlouwolff May 4 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Rebecca MS French around Boston. Happy watching my Ss still be excited 2 write 2 & make videos 4 ePals in May! #langchat
  • angardner06 May 4 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    #langchat Angela, Ohio, Spanish I-IV and AP. Good thing: taking Ss to Elementary school to share digital stories :)
  • mmeshep May 4 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Lisa, French teacher in MO, Some of the S's in my new school chose me to write their teacher appreciation notes. #langchat
  • nathanlutz May 4 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    #langchat Nathan from NJ, teach French PK-5. Positive thing: had shy first grader retell a story!
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Bonsoir Wendy - Colleen here from sunny Vancouver BC - HS Japanese And happy to have a great teaching load for nxt year! ! #langchat
  • MmeCarbonneau May 4 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    #langchat Stephanie in So. ME 6-8 MS French. Happy about tonight's topic as I love collaboration but my counterparts in SP/GER, not so much
  • Marishawkins May 4 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Maris Spanish in MD- good thing- I loved Goosechase this week! #langchat
  • profelopez716 May 4 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hola #langchat! Melisa from Southern Illinois. Spanish! Postive from week: made the local paper with an activity created by @senoraCMT 😊
  • rrrrrrrrrrrrosa May 4 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hi #langchat! Rose, K-5 Spanish/French, NY. Awesome K-2 lessons this week have me thinking positive for 3-5 lessons coming up!
  • sharon_grele May 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Sharon from Memphis. Sp 2&4. Working on an awesome tech IPA this week. Kids r loving it! #langchat
  • madameparkinson May 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Various social media outlets have already broadened my thoughts and materials thanks to wonderful educators! Including #langchat
    In reply to @CoLeeSensei
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    I have a lot to learn about fostering collaboration. My colleagues @ConcettaShay is skilled at this! #happyiworkwithher #langchat
    • MmeCarbonneau May 4 @ 8:02 PM EDT
      #langchat Stephanie in So. ME 6-8 MS French. Happy about tonight's topic as I love collaboration but my counterparts in SP/GER, not so much
  • magisterb480 May 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Chris, Erie, PA, where it will be rainy and in the 40s the next week! Latin 1-4. #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    I'm Wendy teaching French 1 in NE Ohio This week we laughed w/ Reader's Theater and diary entries from a character's perspective! #langchat
  • srafischer May 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    #langchat Megan SD Spanish teacher positive: today's my Friday 😀
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Goosechase? #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Anytime this is - is a good day! #langchat
    In reply to @srafischer
  • welangley May 4 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Evening #langchat! I’m Bill, I teach spanish 1 and 2 in IN. This week flew by!
  • William_Caze May 4 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    I'm Amy in Indy, French 1 and 4, English 12. Good news = my amazing new schedule next year of French 4 and 5/6 AP! #twopreps #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Thanks for the post on this Maris - I'm checking it out for next year! #langchat
  • joyeuse212 May 4 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    A1: Jennifer, French tchr from MO. Received a nice letter from student for Tchr Appreciation Week. #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    2 preps - that's not good news - that's amazing! Congrats! #langchat
    • William_Caze May 4 @ 8:04 PM EDT
      I'm Amy in Indy, French 1 and 4, English 12. Good news = my amazing new schedule next year of French 4 and 5/6 AP! #twopreps #langchat
  • magistertalley May 4 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Jason Talley Latin teacher in Dripping Springs ISD, coming from my home in Canyon Lake, TX. #langchat
  • MlleSulewski May 4 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Hey there #langchat. Megan, French 2-AP, Detroit. Ready for May 9th to get here so we can put that big ol' test behind us!
  • kinom1 May 4 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Monica from MD and love to hear some students singing Spanish songs #langchat
  • Marishawkins May 4 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Best scavenger hunt ever! https://t.co/ni3d4gTWt3 #langchat
    In reply to @MmeFarab
  • SenoraHamilton May 4 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Paula in MA teaching HS Span 2 and 4. My first #langchat. Lucky to have have great collaborative Ts!
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    We may have to meet when I am there this summer! #langchat connects!
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Thanks for the link! Falling behind on everything because May is here! #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins
  • MmeBlouwolff May 4 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Rare to have 2 MA Ts at once on #langchat! Welcome @SenoraHamilton!
    In reply to @SenoraHamilton, @SenoraHamilton
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Welcome to you Paula - it's an awesome group! Glad to have you sharing/learning with us #langchat
    • SenoraHamilton May 4 @ 8:05 PM EDT
      Paula in MA teaching HS Span 2 and 4. My first #langchat. Lucky to have have great collaborative Ts!
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    All right, #langchat, let's get ready for Q1!
  • SenoraHamilton May 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    @CoLeeSensei Oh, I know you're awesome, I lurk all the time:) #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    It's Q/A #langchat to make sure to answer with the # of the Q - Q1=A1
  • MlleSulewski May 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Hurry! I'm moving to PA in August, lol! #langchat
    In reply to @CoLeeSensei
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Q1 Q1 Q! Where and how do we find common ground as World Language Teachers? #langchat
  • mafarrace May 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Hi! Missie from Falls Church, VA- French I and IFL Just finished written PALS and am 1/2 done Spoken! #langchat
  • MmeCarbonneau May 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    #langchat A1 We are all in it to share the world with our kids?!?
  • campspan May 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Buenas noches #langchat Susan from upstate NY. Happy to be back to normal tomorrow after 3 days of Common Core Math tests!
  • SrtaOlson May 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Hello #langchat! Melissa, student teaching -MS Spanish in Wisconsin! This week I strengthened my relationships with Ss :-)
  • mmeshep May 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1 Hopefully we can establish common targets/Can Dos and the rest falls into place? #langchat #wishfulthinking
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Q1 up now #langchat - Answer with A1 - Where and how do we find common ground as World Language Teachers?
    • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT
      Q1 Q1 Q! Where and how do we find common ground as World Language Teachers? #langchat
  • MlleSulewski May 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1 We all want students to acquire our TL! #langchat
  • kinom1 May 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Never heard about it, would love to try it #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins
  • madameparkinson May 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Bonsoir! I'm Courtney. French 1-3 hoping to add 4 next year! My 2nd #langchat :) Thanks to #mittenci17 for mentioning this!
  • SenoraHamilton May 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1 We can usually find common ground on themes to start #langchat
  • Marishawkins May 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: we all want to help students grow and love language like we do #langchat
  • vspanishpodcast May 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Vídeo: La conjunción copulativa 'y' (e) https://t.co/fsi64VgVOZ #spanish #learnspanish #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1 hopefully in what we want kids to be able to do when they finish a year/program/unit...#langchat
  • welangley May 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1 By trying to find common goals! #langchat
  • angardner06 May 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    #langchat A1: Shared vested interest. We all want Ss to develop love for lang. and to see continued relevance of language learning in future
  • MaryBethHills May 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Mary Beth from Michigan hopping in for a few mins before my flight to D.C.! #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1 I think, at the most basic level, we want to help Ss learn to use the language, just potentially in different ways! #langchat
  • sharon_grele May 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1 love for the subject and passion for teaching #langchat
  • MaryBethHills May 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    High school French, 1-4 #langchat
  • MmeBlouwolff May 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1 We share common struggles, although we may look for solutions in different places & ways. #langchat
  • MmeCarbonneau May 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    #langchat MS 7&8 French position opening in Wells, ME position posted
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Nicely put - a good reminder that we do share a vested interest in what we do! #langchat
    • angardner06 May 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT
      #langchat A1: Shared vested interest. We all want Ss to develop love for lang. and to see continued relevance of language learning in future
  • SrtaOlson May 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1 We all love CULTURE and have all had different travel experiences to speak on! #langchat
  • nathanlutz May 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    #langchat A1: common ground = we all want our Ss to improve in their lang proficiency. Period. The End.
  • profelopez716 May 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: I think it's important to find common ground by creating goals for program as whole. What do we want ss to get out of this. #langchat
  • AssignmentHelpN May 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    #globaledchat #iOSedChat #jerdchat #langchat The Ultimate Compilation of 60 Ways To Use an iPad in the Classroom https://t.co/Du9eR0MYRB
  • magistertalley May 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1 regardless of the language we teach we are all playing in the same natural language acquisition process. #langchat
  • MmeCarbonneau May 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    #langchat A1 Can do statements
  • Marishawkins May 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    I live near D.C.! What are you doing here?! #langchat
    In reply to @MaryBethHills
  • ConcettaShay May 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    I'm Connie. Teaching HS French. I had a great collab conversation with a colleague in Math dept today. #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A key reminder! #langchat
    • MmeBlouwolff May 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT
      A1 We share common struggles, although we may look for solutions in different places & ways. #langchat
  • magistertalley May 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1 Latin! (jk, I know there are other language fish in the sea) #langchat
  • MaryBethHills May 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    #langchat A1 by showing Ss what exists outside of their high school, state, etc. Fostering a love of learning & cultural awareness
  • srafischer May 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    #langchat A1 so hard in our district. Both 1/2 time, opposite days. No collaboration. Don't even know what her philosophy is #isntmy1styear
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    So well put! #nobodysperfect #langchat
    • MmeBlouwolff May 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT
      A1 We share common struggles, although we may look for solutions in different places & ways. #langchat
  • profelopez716 May 4 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: what are we all passionate about? What topics can we all get fired up about!? #langchat
  • MmeCarbonneau May 4 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    #langchat A1 Common goal: to pique curiosity and instill the fire to be a life long language learner.
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    I was so thrilled to hear about this - our collab people are not just in our own dept #happyiworkwithyou #langchat
    • ConcettaShay May 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT
      I'm Connie. Teaching HS French. I had a great collab conversation with a colleague in Math dept today. #langchat
  • William_Caze May 4 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1 Depends-we should search it out/cultivate it! With some Ts it's proficiency, with others culture, linguistics, adventure etc.! #langchat
  • sharon_grele May 4 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1 very hard when colleagues live in grammar land and you don't #langchat
  • BThompsonEdu May 4 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Bethany, CA French- jumping in a bit late #langchat
  • lizettebarona18 May 4 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Student majoring in Spanish k-12 @ Hope College. First twitter chat! Hello (: #langchat
  • MlleSulewski May 4 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    #Langchat fun fact: @MaryBethHills and I met while studying abroad! So happy to have her joining us!
    In reply to @MaryBethHills, @MaryBethHills
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Good to see you! We're on Q1: where and how do we find common ground as World Language Teachers? #langchat
    In reply to @BThompsonEdu
  • profelopez716 May 4 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    I think it's important though that with the struggles we come up w/ solutions like you said...not make it just a time to complain #langchat
    In reply to @MmeBlouwolff
  • mafarrace May 4 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Me too! What are we missing?!!!#langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins, @MaryBethHills
  • rrrrrrrrrrrrosa May 4 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1 as The Spanish Teacher, much of my collab comes via social media & classroom Ts #langchat
  • SraA_CHHS May 4 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Adrienne Abrahamson, Spanish 1 & 2PAP in Colleyville (DFW, Texas) - first time participating! 🤗 #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Welcome! So glad to have you with us! We're on Q1: where and how do we find common ground as World Language Teachers? #langchat
    In reply to @SraA_CHHS
  • welangley May 4 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1 Possibly by sharing S production. “See we’re on the same path” #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Let's not forget for many their 'dept' incl. #langchat #deptof1 #deptofmany
  • SenoraHamilton May 4 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1 I've had some very valuable convos in the hall during passing time - Ts always willing to share nuggets of great info #langchat
  • lizettebarona18 May 4 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1: in what we want our students to achieve! #langchat
  • MbiraAbby May 4 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    #langchat Abby in Indiana. Jumping in late, too.Two chats in 2 days! #earlylang yesterday. 💗
  • magisterb480 May 4 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1 We all want to do what is best for our students in our own way, even if they're using different approaches. #langchat
  • profelopez716 May 4 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1: common background experiences! We have all had those huge mess ups in our L2...it's okay to laugh and share! #langchat
  • BThompsonEdu May 4 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1: Start with a discussion what we have in common and where we agree #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    And...there it is...start with where we agree... #langchat
  • MlleSulewski May 4 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1 Lots of shared experiences through travel also! #langchat
  • profelopez716 May 4 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1: when? Every day! It's not just about at dept mtgs. It can be in everyday conversations 😊 #langchat
  • joyeuse212 May 4 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A1: Agree that everyone's goal is to provide Ss w/the ability to USE the TL to communicate, not just talk about the TL. #langchat
  • BThompsonEdu May 4 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    You'll never get far if you start with all the things we don't agree on #langchat
    In reply to @CoLeeSensei
  • Marishawkins May 4 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Also shameless self promotion! I would love to collaborate w language teachers in Chesapeake this summer! #langchat https://t.co/kNxa5uODCX
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Yes! So often people highlight differences and let the similarities fall to the wayside! #commongroundisthebestground #langchat
  • welangley May 4 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Although… it MUST be done in a way that doesn’t look like “OH LOOK WHAT MY Ss CAN DO CAN YOURS?” #langchat
  • srafischer May 4 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    #langchat A1 part 2 thankful for the WL T I student taught under. And other colleagues willing to think outside the box
  • MmeCarbonneau May 4 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    So true #langchat
    In reply to @welangley
  • MmeBlouwolff May 4 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Advice from a conference I attended 15+ years ago: "Avoid sitting at lunch with the NBC crowd" (naggers, b*tchers, complainers). #langchat
    In reply to @profelopez716
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Whew! So many great ideas!! Here comes Q2, #langchat
  • BThompsonEdu May 4 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    I agree this will put you farther behind than where you started #langchat
    In reply to @welangley
  • profeashley May 4 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Checking out #langchat while my son finishes up his bath. Will e in tweetdeck soon.
  • MmeCarbonneau May 4 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Thankgoodness I don't have time to eat lunch! #langchat
    In reply to @MmeBlouwolff, @profelopez716
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Q2 What are some ways that we can respectfully start convos w/ colleagues whose opinions are different than our own? #langchat
  • MlleSulewski May 4 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    SO easy to get sucked in to that. #langchat
    In reply to @MmeBlouwolff, @profelopez716
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Hey - It's Q2 #langchat - how do we start the 'respectful' convo?
    • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:17 PM EDT
      Q2 What are some ways that we can respectfully start convos w/ colleagues whose opinions are different than our own? #langchat
  • welangley May 4 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2 Well… I can probably tell you what NOT to do… #oops #langchat
  • MlleSulewski May 4 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2 I will admit to not handling these situations gracefully, particularly when feeling attacked. Teaching is so personal! #langchat
  • MrM0REHEAD May 4 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A1: We reach common ground by not judging one other. They don't know what they don't know. Be the light. Show them the path. #langchat
  • BThompsonEdu May 4 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: focus on ss, ss outcomes, ss behavior, ss success #langchat
  • SrtaOlson May 4 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Q2 Providing reasoning and clear logic on why you think what you do. #langchat
  • angardner06 May 4 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    #langchat A2: Ask ?s about their successes and listen to the responses. There's reasons why Ts do what they do.
  • madameparkinson May 4 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A1: Sometimes finding common ground can be as simple as taking the time to be present and really listen during a conversation. #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2 I think the most important thing is to realize that there shouldn't be a 'i'm right' position - it's an inquiry into practice #langchat
  • William_Caze May 4 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2 Listen. Listen. Listen. Because, cycle back to Q1, you're looking for common ground. Build on it. #langchat
  • profelopez716 May 4 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: ALWAYS start with positive. And approach issues with a "we" in mind. Creates better team environment and focuses on ss #langchat
  • nathanlutz May 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    #langchat A2: million dollar question! We need to start w/ that common goal from Q1 - and keep going back to it.
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    My failing is not to listen as much as I try to share...will do better..listening opens up to talking! #langchat
    • angardner06 May 4 @ 8:18 PM EDT
      #langchat A2: Ask ?s about their successes and listen to the responses. There's reasons why Ts do what they do.
  • MmeJGillespie May 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Just joining #langchat. Had to put kiddos to bed.
  • Lwbespanol May 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    #langchat A1 common goals, common assessments, standards-based grading - working towards the Seal of Biliteracy!
  • BThompsonEdu May 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: again, what do we agree on #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Gonna preface A2 w/ this: different doesn't always equal bad! Our colleagues aren't bad, they're different! #langchat
  • MlleSulewski May 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2 I've found having something to point to (research, community of like-minded people) can help show legitimacy #langchat
  • MmeCarbonneau May 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2 #langchat Can you tell me more about that?
  • SenoraHamilton May 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2 @CoLeeSensei Agreed, I've been swayed many times when initially having 'I'm right' in the back of my head! #langchat
  • campspan May 4 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2 A colleague tried to encourage Ts to visit other Ts, especially at different levels, hopefully it will take off next year #langchat
  • SraA_CHHS May 4 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2 I understand & have been there, it's a diff convo to have on either side (obvi not intending to attack the other but askings ?s #langchat
    • MlleSulewski May 4 @ 8:17 PM EDT
      A2 I will admit to not handling these situations gracefully, particularly when feeling attacked. Teaching is so personal! #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Q2 -After we est. the common how do we move forward from that 'common' spot? #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2 A respectful way to start a convo is to share a positive thing or a win in your class - ask if they'd like to try it, too! #langchat
  • welangley May 4 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2 Start by discussing the groups goals. Find out where differences lie after. #langchat
  • lizettebarona18 May 4 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2: everyone has a background which affects their teaching methods. Listening to that and then giving your take on it. #langchat
  • mafarrace May 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Agree! Have it be a share session where you listen 2 each other & share ideas. Theirs might kick off a cool/improved idea #langchat
    In reply to @angardner06
  • MmeCarbonneau May 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    #langchat Me too. I am so eager to share that I don't stop and listen, but then again my colleagues close their doors and never come out.
    In reply to @CoLeeSensei
  • mmeshep May 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2 When I colleague reminded me that we all want what's best for our students, it really made a difference. #notaboutme #langchat
  • nathanlutz May 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    #langchat A2: I think of it like writing S comments-start w/ positive things we like &then when we question something, pose it as a wonder
  • sharon_grele May 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2 I always seem to be the one saying what if we... to have you thought about... #langchat
  • srafischer May 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    #langchat A2 like I tell my Ss when trying flan today. Hold your face and the mantra "es interesante". 😂
  • magistertalley May 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2 Focus on common ground and shared goals. Leave ego and feelings at the door. Watch language and tone. #NLP #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Yes! Always find that commonality! #langchat
    • nathanlutz May 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT
      #langchat A2: million dollar question! We need to start w/ that common goal from Q1 - and keep going back to it.
  • MrM0REHEAD May 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2: Best way to start a conversation is by listening. #langchat
  • BThompsonEdu May 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2: Find, discuss, come up with a common goal #langchat
    In reply to @CoLeeSensei
  • MbiraAbby May 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    #langchat A2 ask questions first, get curious about why they hold a diff belief. And don't interrupt!
  • katiannrickwood May 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    #langchat A1 we have shared folders on Google Drive. All can use, all can contribute.
  • MmeBlouwolff May 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    I'd be worried this could look like bragging which is a big no-no where I am. Hasn't been a problem? #langchat #askingforafriend
    In reply to @MmeFarab
  • campspan May 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Reminds me of the "It's Okay" blog post I read recently (can anyone credit the blogger) #langchat
    In reply to @MmeFarab
  • MmeJGillespie May 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2 trying to back it up with research and show how it isn't too difficult to change #langchat
  • BThompsonEdu May 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2: I also think it's helpful sometimes if you know the conversation is going to be contentious to have a non-biased facilitator #langchat
  • madameparkinson May 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2: Listening is key & keeping the end goal in mind. What are we trying to accomplish? #langchat
  • sharon_grele May 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2 but try to turn it into a team effort. Let's work on this together #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2 Most disheartening thing is thinking that I have been trying to encourage change but realizing I may have been discouraging #langchat
  • SraA_CHHS May 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2 We recently did a Crucial Conversations book study at my school, it made me think a lot more about how to start a sentence #langchat
  • BThompsonEdu May 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A2: Agreed. Once you decide that you can work on a path to get there -which is may be where people disagree #langchat
    In reply to @madameparkinson
  • magisterb480 May 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A2 Be respectful and mindful at all times. Make sure you give them due credit for their successes #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Don't we have 2 ears to listen 2x as much as speak? Hear your colleagues out, even when you don't agree! We all want to be heard! #langchat
    • William_Caze May 4 @ 8:18 PM EDT
      A2 Listen. Listen. Listen. Because, cycle back to Q1, you're looking for common ground. Build on it. #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Would love to read that post. Anyone know it? #langchat
    In reply to @campspan
  • SrtaOlson May 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A2 keeping students' needs at the forefront of the conversation is likely to keep Ts engaged and open-minded #langchat
  • BThompsonEdu May 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A2: Get people to think it was there idea; alternately have team buy in #langchat
  • MmeBlouwolff May 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A2 I've found it easier to hear when someone tells me, "I used to...but then I realized..." Somehow I can hear that message. #langchat
  • ADiazMora May 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A2 I try to always start with me so it doesn't sound like I am bashing their methods or teaching styles #langchat
  • EduGladiators May 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    🏊🏽SATURDAY #EduGladiators dives into Leadership w/Dunk Tank Authors @RebeccaCoda @RickJetter 💦 #mschat #GlobalEdChat #UrbanEdChat #langchat
  • SenoraHamilton May 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A2 Ask someone who does it differently to take you through their steps - different paths, same outcome #langchat
  • MmeCarbonneau May 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Title of book, please! #langchat
    In reply to @SraA_CHHS
  • joyeuse212 May 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A2: Let them know you're willing to partner with them, not just tell them what to do. #langchat
  • mafarrace May 4 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Im worse- I go too deep w/questions where they think I'm to crush rather than explore some times. Oops. Improvement needed 4 me! #langchat
    In reply to @CoLeeSensei
  • vspanishpodcast May 4 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Episodio 78: Salir pitando https://t.co/qgDGlWqg7w #spanish #learnspanish #langchat
  • MaryJaneDaum May 4 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Just joining #langchat - looks like an interesting convo!
  • nathanlutz May 4 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    #langchat A2: by modeling an open mind, perhaps others will come to table w/same approach
  • madameparkinson May 4 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    YES! It's beneficial for students to have teachers from ALL walks of life. #langchat
    In reply to @lizettebarona18, @CoLeeSensei
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    I wrotea 'don't think you are the only tchr who..' post to try to open doors/create a discussion https://t.co/Ro52briiil #langchat
  • profelopez716 May 4 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A2: don't lead conversation like you're the expert. Cue: we're all in this together music. #langchat
  • SraA_CHHS May 4 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    I agree I think u have 2 come across very sincerely w/ "I'm so excited 2 share b/c it was so great for the Ss" not "I'm awesome" #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A2: It's so easy to form opinions & shoot colleagues down before you really hear! Try to understand where they're coming from! #langchat
  • profelopez716 May 4 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    When you can't convince just show! It'll catch on! #langchat
    • nathanlutz May 4 @ 8:24 PM EDT
      #langchat A2: by modeling an open mind, perhaps others will come to table w/same approach
  • Lwbespanol May 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    #langchat A2 common department goals, have PD together ( I brought Laura Terrill to my department), work together!
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Wow, that question went FAST! Onto Q3, mes amis! #langchat
  • MbiraAbby May 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    #langchat I read the bk Difficult Conversations in college. Game-changer. I re-read it freq.
    In reply to @SraA_CHHS
  • campspan May 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Talk show host Larry King: "I never once learned anything while speaking" Good advice for my Ss. I need to heed it also! #langchat
    In reply to @MmeFarab
  • MmeCarbonneau May 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A2 #langchat I just want collaboration...not closed doors.
  • MlleSulewski May 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Can attest it's hard to be on receiving end of "Thats the CRAZIEST thing I've ever heard, I don't believe that at all!" #truestory #langchat
    In reply to @MmeFarab
  • profelopez716 May 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A2: we all learned differently which means that there isn't just one right way. Recognize that everyone has a strength! #langchat
  • SraA_CHHS May 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    SO important - I have really been trying to make sure I share my stuff #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Q3 What solutions have you found to address reluctance about changing practices (yours and/or colleagues!) #langchat
  • ADiazMora May 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A2 I really try to be transparent. past years, I have made an effort 2 ask for the same. Please come to me if you have a problem #langchat
  • ADiazMora May 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    maybe that was more an A3 response #langchat
    • ADiazMora May 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT
      A2 I really try to be transparent. past years, I have made an effort 2 ask for the same. Please come to me if you have a problem #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    True, but I *try* to find what's going on behind the message. Will admit that it's really hard most times! #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • SenoraHamilton May 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3 Baby steps #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Q3 up now! Solutions found to address reluctance to change (including for you!) #langchat
    • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT
      Q3 What solutions have you found to address reluctance about changing practices (yours and/or colleagues!) #langchat
  • MrM0REHEAD May 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Have patience. You can't be a prophet in your own hometown. Folks may not be ready to hear you. Stay the course. Keep the faith. #langchat
    In reply to @profelopez716
  • MlleSulewski May 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3 Share if asked, but volunteer very little. No pushing. #langchat
  • MmeCarbonneau May 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    #langchat A3 No resistance in my dept. Just different views on what it all means....
  • BThompsonEdu May 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: Not focusing on me, but ss. I think sometimes it's better if you say less and let ss do the talking #langchat
  • rrrrrrrrrrrrosa May 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3 as a 1:1 school, many Ts hesitant to try new tech; "if you're going to eat an elephant, take small bites" #langchat
  • SECottrell May 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Hi #langchat :)
  • kinom1 May 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    I usually start by sharing some success from an activity #langchat
    In reply to @MmeFarab
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    I find this to be more true about teaching than most things! (especially when you're the youngest around!) #langchat
    • MrM0REHEAD May 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT
      Have patience. You can't be a prophet in your own hometown. Folks may not be ready to hear you. Stay the course. Keep the faith. #langchat
      In reply to @profelopez716
  • SenoraHamilton May 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3 Part of the reluctance is lack of time...change can happen gradually #langchat
  • joyeuse212 May 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: Still a work in progress... Sigh. Look forward to your suggestions ! #langchat
  • MmeJGillespie May 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3 I know for me that I can't change overnight. Just continue the discussion and they'll get there eventually...or not. #langchat
  • ADiazMora May 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3 if learned anything from @natadel76 (which is A LOT) we have to remember that we dont know what is going on behind closed doors #langchat
  • RyanWestBosson May 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Checking my excuses at the door. Still struggling to get to 90% TL, but today I had collegue observe me with TELL proj TL sheet #langchat
  • sharon_grele May 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3 be willing to do most of the work at first until Ts start to buy in #langchat
  • SraA_CHHS May 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    what I hear when I talk w/ those not familiar w/ SBG about how I don't give EC but do allow unlimited* reassessment for up to 100% #langchat
    • MlleSulewski May 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT
      Can attest it's hard to be on receiving end of "Thats the CRAZIEST thing I've ever heard, I don't believe that at all!" #truestory #langchat
      In reply to @MmeFarab
  • MbiraAbby May 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    #langchat A3 let your sts be the ambassadors. Sts success- w data- is hard to argue with.
  • SrtaOlson May 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3 This is what I struggle with - especially with the major shift in teaching practices occurring now #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3 - I know that I tend to hear..think "no..." then reflect...so TIME is key...#langchat
  • SECottrell May 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3 this is kind of a negative answer, but do we make this look like a TON of work? not everyone's a workaholic, eh? ;) #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Hiiiiiiiiiiiii! #langchat
    In reply to @SECottrell
  • nathanlutz May 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    #langchat A3: "This is what works for me....Let ne explain why...Let ne show you how..."
  • ACWLteach May 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    #langchat Allison from VA joining late. Sp/Fr teacher
  • MrM0REHEAD May 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3: "Preach the Gospel at all times. Use words when necessary." -St. Francis of Assisi In other words, lead by example. #langchat
  • welangley May 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3 Let your results speak for themselves. #langchat
  • MlleSulewski May 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3 Also accept that you can't change someone who just doesn't want to/isn't ready. Horse to water, etc. #langchat
  • RyanWestBosson May 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    I like the or not. There's probably not a there to get to bc we can always improve. That's what I'm learning from master teachers #langchat
    In reply to @MmeJGillespie
  • magistertalley May 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3 Having SLA research to help me understand, craft and defend my positions. Getting and sharing student feedback. #langchat
  • lizettebarona18 May 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Think about student teaching, u cn't get it right the first time. & if u do that's great too! Some methods don't work for every1. #langchat
  • BThompsonEdu May 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    SO Important start with simple changes with big impact #langchat
    • SECottrell May 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT
      A3 this is kind of a negative answer, but do we make this look like a TON of work? not everyone's a workaholic, eh? ;) #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    HI SEC!!!! I think this is a very big part of it....it looks like a 'lot of work' ...#langchat
    • SECottrell May 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT
      A3 this is kind of a negative answer, but do we make this look like a TON of work? not everyone's a workaholic, eh? ;) #langchat
  • MaryBethHills May 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    #langchat thanks for letting me hop in for a bit! Loving this convo and sad I have to leave.
  • angardner06 May 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    #langchat A3: Persist, be patient, wait. Change takes time. Also, remember I am changing and evolving too.
  • SrtaOlson May 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3 especially as a preservice teacher, I am often looked @ as if I have 2 heads when I talk about communicative approach #langchat
  • madameparkinson May 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3: Developing a trusting, professional relationship. Depends on the personality, facts, observing, discussion, patience, & time. #langchat
  • welangley May 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    I think if you’re a person found on #langchat you probably DO do a ton of work.
    In reply to @SECottrell
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    That's the issue w/ our dept. this year - external forces making dept. textbookless! #langchat
    In reply to @SECottrell
  • katiannrickwood May 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3 start small and offer lots of help #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    There will be a summary later so check the #langchat wiki!
    In reply to @MaryBethHills
  • ACWLteach May 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3: Get those on your team doing it best/right to share consistently via PD/share at meetings, etc until that message is clear. #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    True, but do our colleagues want to as well? #langchat
    In reply to @welangley, @SECottrell
  • profeashley May 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3: Do your best work and Ts will notice the progress the Ss are making #Langchat they'll ask u about it.
  • MlleSulewski May 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    That's the #1 thing I hear from colleagues - "That just sounds like a lot of work." #langchat
    In reply to @SECottrell
  • BThompsonEdu May 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3: show how people can reduce work or simplify #langchat
    • SECottrell May 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT
      A3 this is kind of a negative answer, but do we make this look like a TON of work? not everyone's a workaholic, eh? ;) #langchat
  • lizettebarona18 May 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3:Think about student teaching, u cn't get it right the 1st time. & if u do that's great too! Some methods dn't work for every1. #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Amen - I have found a trusted colleague to share, try, rant, fail with...giving me the courage to try #youknowwhoyouare #langchat
    • madameparkinson May 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT
      A3: Developing a trusting, professional relationship. Depends on the personality, facts, observing, discussion, patience, & time. #langchat
  • ConcettaShay May 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Yes! Pushing causes resistance. People feel what they do is not acceptable & they need to defend themselves. #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • MaryJaneDaum May 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3 I give it a test drive - then reflect & invite Ss to reflect! Sometimes you gotta get toe wet & sometimes you need to dive in! 😀#langchat
  • AMor3liana May 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3 Seeing is believing. Our entire department was able to go observe @NicoleNaditz & @clanphere. Got everyone on board for TL. #langchat
  • katiannrickwood May 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A2 what about asking about their most successful technique or lesson? What did their students get out of it? #langchat
  • Lwbespanol May 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3 lots and lots of PD for all, reading, #langchat of course :)
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    YES! We are all changing, just on different parts of the path! #langchat
    • angardner06 May 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT
      #langchat A3: Persist, be patient, wait. Change takes time. Also, remember I am changing and evolving too.
  • welangley May 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3 Work on creating new assessments. If instruction should mirror assessment start there. #langchat
  • ADiazMora May 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A3 my thing is, I am willing to listen & compromise, but I have worked w/ a lot of ppl that 'listen' & KNOW that they won't change #langchat
  • MmeBlouwolff May 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    AND, they're NOT wrong! Sometimes I miss the old me who didn't know better and had a zillion hobbies. #langchat #ignoranceisbliss?
    In reply to @MlleSulewski, @SECottrell
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    So true - and enthusiasm can be seen as pushing...#biglesson #langchat
    • ConcettaShay May 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT
      Yes! Pushing causes resistance. People feel what they do is not acceptable & they need to defend themselves. #langchat
      In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • SECottrell May 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A3 @SraWienhold blog posts are good for this. She's the queen of balance IMO! #langchat
    In reply to @BThompsonEdu, @SraWienhold
  • mafarrace May 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A3 I dive in 1st &share ALL aspects of change -but try 2 end w/improvement & how energized, excited & more involved Ss have become #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A3: I feel it's necessary to iterate how many times I've been so sure about a "best practice" and then changed my view. #givegrace #langchat
  • SraA_CHHS May 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A3 Honestly I just question the heck out of what I don't understand, and that's helped me move to better practices - ASK ?s #langchat
  • campspan May 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A3 This is a tough Q. I'm not sure anyone could convince me to change (back) to a grammar-based approach. I'm a CI convert!#langchat
  • William_Caze May 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    But so true! If a coworker told me they're up til 1 am everyday to make "best practices" happen, I'm all, best practices of what? #langchat
    • SECottrell May 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT
      A3 this is kind of a negative answer, but do we make this look like a TON of work? not everyone's a workaholic, eh? ;) #langchat
  • welangley May 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    But for some it’s hard to admit you don’t know sth about your profession. #langchat
    In reply to @SraA_CHHS
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    I said to my dept "I'm working harder now than when I started" - did not have a positive effect! Forgot "rewards are great part" #langchat
    In reply to @MmeBlouwolff, @MlleSulewski, @SECottrell
  • SECottrell May 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    THIS. Do we need to be more cautious about saying "This is THE answer. THE research. THE truth." #langchat
    • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT
      A3: I feel it's necessary to iterate how many times I've been so sure about a "best practice" and then changed my view. #givegrace #langchat
  • MlleSulewski May 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    I lack so much discipline to be an efficient/balanced workaholic. #langchat
    In reply to @MmeBlouwolff, @SECottrell
  • AMor3liana May 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A3 Seeing is believing. As a district,we started Best Practices Consortium once a semester. Get new ideas, share success, collab. #langchat
  • SenoraHamilton May 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A3 Be happy with the shifts you HAVE made and the people you have brought along with you #langchat
  • BThompsonEdu May 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A3: Good point. Do we give up? I don't want to say I'd give up on those, but I would def choose to focus on those I could change. #langchat
    In reply to @ADiazMora
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Amen - amen...amen...#langchat
    • SECottrell May 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT
      THIS. Do we need to be more cautious about saying "This is THE answer. THE research. THE truth." #langchat
      • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT
        A3: I feel it's necessary to iterate how many times I've been so sure about a "best practice" and then changed my view. #givegrace #langchat
  • ConcettaShay May 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Yes! Scary and overwhelming sometimes! #langchat
    In reply to @SECottrell
  • MmeBlouwolff May 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A3 I've been able to change when I've gotten advice for 1 specific problem. Then I could just start with that 1 little baby step. #langchat
  • SECottrell May 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Even the more I read SLA research the more I see how much smarter people than I disagree on "findings" the less I trust it! #langchat
    In reply to @MmeFarab
  • GrowingFrench May 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Arriving late to an awesome conversation tonight! Hi everyone! #langchat
  • MbiraAbby May 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    #langchat exactly. Passion for the profession+no kids yet=enough time & don't feel it as 'work' very often
    In reply to @CoLeeSensei
  • BThompsonEdu May 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Absolutely! Lasting change won't happen in one fell swoop. #langchat
    In reply to @Lwbespanol
  • ADiazMora May 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    agreed! Part of me just thinks...I will continue to push forward for my Ss #langchat
    In reply to @BThompsonEdu
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    I've been considering getting my Master's in SLA but also feel like it will reverse everything I thought I knew ... #langchat
    In reply to @SECottrell
  • RyanWestBosson May 4 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    So true. SLA is still such a new science also. #langchat
    • SECottrell May 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT
      Even the more I read SLA research the more I see how much smarter people than I disagree on "findings" the less I trust it! #langchat
      In reply to @MmeFarab
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Whew! Another question under our belts! #langchat
  • ConcettaShay May 4 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    @madameparkinson Ditto! #luckytoworkwithyou #langchat
    In reply to @CoLeeSensei, @madameparkinson
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    Q4 What do you do when collaboration is an option, not a requirement? #langchat
  • MmeCarbonneau May 4 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A3 #langchat Hard to collaborate when you love your job and are an over achiever. I can't help it, but they don't like it.
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    I would send myself down the rabbit-hole if I had to teach by research... I listen, I hear, & I also trust what I see in my room #langchat
    • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:35 PM EDT
      I've been considering getting my Master's in SLA but also feel like it will reverse everything I thought I knew ... #langchat
      In reply to @SECottrell
  • mafarrace May 4 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A3 Also having an open door 2your classes as you try things could help. Shows all may not be perfect, but you feel it's good 4 Ss #langchat
  • campspan May 4 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    #langchat You could be the agent for change in higher ed!
    In reply to @MmeFarab, @SECottrell
  • MrM0REHEAD May 4 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    OR you may find it will reinforce much of what you're doing. #langchat
    In reply to @MmeFarab, @SECottrell
  • SraWilliams3 May 4 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    Amanda from Ks joining late! Thought it was at 8! #langchat
  • SenoraHamilton May 4 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4 Collaborate! Blessed to not be a dept. of 1! #langchat #divideandconquer
  • rrrrrrrrrrrrosa May 4 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4 my French K-5 colleague & I don't have district-required time; we make it friendly & organic #langchat
  • SECottrell May 4 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    I'll be devil's advocate & answer like some T friends: Student results ARE worth it, but it's not worth sacrificing qual of life #langchat
    In reply to @HVRHS_Frau
  • profelopez716 May 4 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A3: always start changing a little at a time and work with compromising! Rome wasn't built in a day! #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    8 EST! Sorry for the confusion! We're on Q4: What do you do when collaboration is an option, not a requirement? #langchat
    In reply to @SraWilliams3
  • RyanWestBosson May 4 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    We can only make decisions with the research we have and how we understand it--remaining open to changing our interpretation. #langchat
    In reply to @MmeFarab, @SECottrell
  • SECottrell May 4 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Definitely a great way to lessen the load & spread the word at the same time! #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Q4 up now - What do you do when collaboration is an option, not a requirement? #langchat
    • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:36 PM EDT
      Q4 What do you do when collaboration is an option, not a requirement? #langchat
  • welangley May 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4 eh… I don’t do it. #langchat
  • ConcettaShay May 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    @MlleSulewski Sensitivity, patience and acceptance of where we are on path as important with colleagues as with Ss #langchat
    In reply to @CoLeeSensei, @MlleSulewski
  • sharon_grele May 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Q4 I need answers to this one. Ts often refuse to plc #langchat
  • BThompsonEdu May 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    The best kind! Everyone is there because they want to be! Then you get more done to start with & then everyone will see success #langchat
    • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:36 PM EDT
      Q4 What do you do when collaboration is an option, not a requirement? #langchat
  • kinom1 May 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    totally opposite for me, this year I'm stuck with a text and I'm going crazy! No used to #langchat
    In reply to @MmeFarab, @SECottrell
  • nathanlutz May 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    #langchat A4: we have great online program for curriculum mapping so we can check out ea other's content on our own
  • rrrrrrrrrrrrosa May 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4 like I send her a ton of unsolicited emails, she comments/likes my social media posts about silly school things #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4 This year it's "not" required for me and I get sucked into my own world. It's a tough balance! #langchat
  • profelopez716 May 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4: always push myself to do my best and know that I can't change what doesn't want to be changed. #langchat
  • MmeCarbonneau May 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    I got an MATL (Masters in the Art of Teaching Languages) from So. Miss. Best thing ever. #langchat
    In reply to @MmeFarab, @SECottrell
  • GrowingFrench May 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4 Crazy schedules make collab time rare but I have shared my entire google drive with colleague #langchat
  • SraWilliams3 May 4 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4: I do my best to collaborate when I find others that are like minded. Otherwise, I find people to collaborate. Like #langchat !!
  • angardner06 May 4 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    #langchat A4: Fortunate to work in a dept. where, in spite of differences, we still put our heads together to help improve S experiences
  • vspanishpodcast May 4 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Episodio 241: Situación política en España, final de 2016 https://t.co/gFavIavTxi #spanish #learnspanish #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A real testimony to the power of cooperation/collaboration too I bet! #langchat
    • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT
      A4 This year it's "not" required for me and I get sucked into my own world. It's a tough balance! #langchat
  • campspan May 4 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4 Focus on shared goals, exit outcomes #langchat
  • MlleSulewski May 4 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4 I often opt to work alone...with four preps, there's just so much to be done that collaboration falls by the wayside :( #langchat
  • madameparkinson May 4 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4: I make collaboration a priority! It's a great way to build camaraderie with colleagues. As well as save time & stress. #langchat
  • welangley May 4 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4 That’s a lie… I go to collab groups every month, it just might not be collab within my building #langchat
  • Lwbespanol May 4 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    #langchat A4 as dept head and per principal, collaboration is a school goal. Buy-in from him and our asst super means we have goals to meet
  • SraA_CHHS May 4 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A3 I'm also very grateful to have @SraQuack as a PLC leader who INVITES new practices to be discussed at PLC #langchat
  • profelopez716 May 4 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Q4: I always make the effort to initiate conversations even if not required. It's good to know what happens in other classes. #langchat
  • MmeCarbonneau May 4 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A4 #langchat Seek out those that want to. My collaboration comes from a lot of people I only know on line!
  • MlleSulewski May 4 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    That said, though, I do look forward to #langchat! That's often my collaboration time!
  • SrtaOlson May 4 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Q4 Collaborate all day everyday #langchat
  • MaryJaneDaum May 4 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A4 Stop, collaborate & listen! #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Agreed! It's actually sad that I work in 4 buildings and don't get to talk to more than 2 adults most days ... #langchat #husbanddoesntcount
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • rrrrrrrrrrrrosa May 4 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    #langchat gif game strong
    In reply to @MaryJaneDaum
  • SenoraHamilton May 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A4 Our best products are those that we do together - 2 heads (or 3 or 4) are bettter than 1 always! #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A4 Find collaborators in your school who might not be in your dept. We are 'teaching' people & done well there is commonality #langchat
  • sharon_grele May 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    That is why I #langchat
    In reply to @MmeCarbonneau
  • SraA_CHHS May 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    You win the #langchat !
  • MbiraAbby May 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    #langchat A4 collab on fun& what gets our sts noticed & celebrated: travel, AAPPL, sister school projects, guest heritage/native speakers
    In reply to @MmeFarab
  • RyanWestBosson May 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A4: Do it! working in an equity group right now and in workshops across the county. So helpful even though not everyone shows up #langchat
  • magistertalley May 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A4 Was on my own for 5 years. This year was doing a little collaboration online, want to do more of that next year. #langchat
  • SraWilliams3 May 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Yes x 1000. We can lead by example. #langchat
    • profelopez716 May 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT
      A4: always push myself to do my best and know that I can't change what doesn't want to be changed. #langchat
  • nathanlutz May 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    #langchat A4: time is always enemy #1 for collab, fortunately share office space this year. We can collab in snipets btw classes
  • klasekastellano May 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    #langchat hi, a little late to the party, but más vale tarde que nunca
  • ACWLteach May 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A4 Lotsa preps=hard to collab plan but we do share a lot of finished products, tweak, share back, & have convo about it all. #GAFE #langchat
  • MmeCarbonneau May 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A4 When they won't come out of their rooms or come to meetings or even say hello, create your own! #langchat FB groups and #langcamp rock
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Gotta get my dept on the AAPPL train!! Not a positive response re: Seal of biliteracy, so crossing my fingers! #langchat
    In reply to @MbiraAbby
  • SenoraHamilton May 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Love direction from admin, everybody wins with this! #langchat
    In reply to @Lwbespanol, @AMor3liana
  • MrM0REHEAD May 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A4: If you're not collaborating, you're not growing. No one wants to drink from stagnant water. Collaboration keeps it fresh! #langchat
  • BThompsonEdu May 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Sometimes the best ideas start as a hallway conversation #langchat
    In reply to @nathanlutz
  • srafischer May 4 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    #langchat A4 online collaboration. #deptof1
  • mafarrace May 4 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Just thinking I'm blessed 2 have a fabulous new colleague @CapraClasses who likes 2 collaborate-we have small Dept! Now=Yea! #langchat
  • magistertalley May 4 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    #langchat I want to do more intercurricular collaboration, too. Still have hope for successful intracurricular collaboration one day. a4
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Sometimes they can be a powerful ally ....they are always looking to support good practice #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Oh shucks! It would be impossible if I wasn't organized, but I love going outside on nice days! #langchat
    In reply to @madameparkinson, @MlleSulewski
  • MmeCarbonneau May 4 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Tell me more! #langchat
    In reply to @nathanlutz
  • William_Caze May 4 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A4 Find who wants to, and do what it takes! I started learning Spanish in part because I wanted to learn from those teachers! #langchat
  • PamKMarkell May 4 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A3 Been difficult because I want to accomplish more change and inspire others but fear neglecting my family #langchat
  • MmeJGillespie May 4 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A4 I choose who I want to collaborate with, Not who I'm required to work with. Way more productive & similar ideas #langchat
  • SenoraHamilton May 4 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A4 Collaboration helps the Ss see that we are all in this together #langchat
  • MbiraAbby May 4 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    #langchat AAPPL is fantastic, & sts/parents hv always gotten excited to see scores! BIG sense of accomplishment. #proudteacher
    In reply to @MmeFarab
  • BThompsonEdu May 4 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    1000% I'll work much hard if I'm working with someone I like. #langchat
    In reply to @MmeJGillespie
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Change can start with one lesson, one unit...no one can overhaul all their classes at once #langchat
    • PamKMarkell May 4 @ 8:44 PM EDT
      A3 Been difficult because I want to accomplish more change and inspire others but fear neglecting my family #langchat
  • madameparkinson May 4 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Again, WONDER WOMAN! Nice days are few & far between during the school year in the midwest. #iliveinthemitten #HelloNeighbor #langchat
    In reply to @MmeFarab, @MlleSulewski
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    What, you mean my lofty goal of redoing 4 preps between my 1st and 2nd year was crazy?! #langchat
    In reply to @CoLeeSensei
  • tjeag May 4 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Missed another #langchat #fellasleepontherecliner!
  • SraWienhold May 4 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A4: Collaboration by choice with online #langchat friends is my favorite
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A #langnap is just as key - we still have 1 Q to go! #langchat
    In reply to @tjeag
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    I got the "no one will care if they get one" response. I'm gonna give it time and thoughtful dialogue! #langchat
    In reply to @SraWilliams3, @MbiraAbby
  • ConcettaShay May 4 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    @PamKMarkell Much needed reminder! #langchat
    In reply to @CoLeeSensei, @PamKMarkell
  • MmeCarbonneau May 4 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    We just signed up for that!!! #langchat
    In reply to @nathanlutz
  • mafarrace May 4 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Yes! One reason Twitter has helped so much. Great minds are so easy to reach out & come in contact with for ideas & suggestions! #langchat
    In reply to @MrM0REHEAD
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    We love you too, @SraWienhold! #langchat
  • ACWLteach May 4 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A4 Doesn't have to be w/same subj Ts. I teach Sp/Fr & regularly collab w/German & GT Ts. Sometimes it's about approach not content #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    #langchatlove... I'm thinking this proficiency journey will REALLY start with my Gr9's nxt year & spiral up @ConcettaShay #langchat
    In reply to @MmeFarab, @ConcettaShay
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Q5 How do you adapt to both differing and common assessment within your department? #langchat
  • HVRHS_Frau May 4 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Glad I found #langchat I collaborate with other disciplines (art, history) even ask math and science for advice. Easier at times.
    In reply to @MmeCarbonneau, @CoLeeSensei
  • SECottrell May 4 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5 not within department, but within school, I negotiated out of Scantron & gave assessment and labeled it "test" as required #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Q5 Q5 -How do you adapt to both differing and common assessment within your department? #langchat
    • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:47 PM EDT
      Q5 How do you adapt to both differing and common assessment within your department? #langchat
  • BThompsonEdu May 4 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5: hmm maybe focus on the common assessment, but how you get there is on your own? personalized #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    This week has been lovely, jacket-wearing weather! The week-long dress down didn't hurt either! #langchat
    In reply to @madameparkinson, @MlleSulewski
  • angardner06 May 4 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    #langchat A5: Common pre and post assessment for shared levels within lang., other assessments are up to Ts.
  • klasekastellano May 4 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    #langchat A4 When collaboration is not a requirement, I still attempt the partnership because it brings me out of my comfort zone
  • sharon_grele May 4 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5 give a little to get a little, i.e. Compromise #langchat
  • MbiraAbby May 4 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    #langchat ability to receive HS & college credit BIG seller, depending on what schools accept. AAPPL seems to be accepted in more places
    In reply to @MmeFarab, @SraWilliams3
  • welangley May 4 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5 we have monthly and semester common assmt. Simply...I get Ss prepared for them. #langchat
  • MmeJGillespie May 4 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A5 if we have the same overall unit goals & the assessment is well designed, it isn't an issue. But MC tests are the worst! #langchat
  • nathanlutz May 4 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    #langchat A5: pick your battles!
  • klasekastellano May 4 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    #langchat A4 if we are not growing or stretching, how can we meet the diverse needs if our students. I teach in particular way, but when
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    Tweetdeck keeps freezing and then pushing a ton of tweets through at once! Grr! #langchat
    In reply to @angardner06, @CoLeeSensei
  • MlleSulewski May 4 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A5 I am thankful to be on my own in that area...can assess as I please. #langchat
  • campspan May 4 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A5 Both MS give the same final exam but take different paths to get there. So far, thankfully, we are allowed to do our own thing. #langchat
  • klasekastellano May 4 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    #langchat A4 I collaborate or team up with other teachers, I am for forced to view things from a different lens, and that is good albiet
  • klasekastellano May 4 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    #langchat A4 not comfortable.
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A5 I am on my 'own' for the language but not in givng final assessments & its hard to reconcile the approaches #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A5 No common assessments this year! Normally I can compromise on common assessments ... but common day given ... #nope #langchat
  • ACWLteach May 4 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A5 All lang have same benchmark at end of MP. We are trusted to get Ss there via own instrxn & assessmt. #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    It's been worse lately! It was fine up until this year! #langchat
    In reply to @welangley, @angardner06, @CoLeeSensei
  • magistertalley May 4 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A5 I have a good amt of freedom w/ assessments, but would advocate intradepartmental consistency (at least of learning targets) #langchat
  • SraWilliams3 May 4 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A5: tough one. @ new school last yr & lost myself trying to be more like them. Hated it. Returned to performance & happy again #langchat
  • welangley May 4 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    I feel for those who have daily/weekly common assmt :( #langchat
  • MaryJaneDaum May 4 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A5 I'm sole level 1 T, so in ways it's all up to me. But I'm prepping Ss for level 2 success w/diff teacher so gotta collab #langchat
  • SraWienhold May 4 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    #deptof1perks But at the same time, sometimes it would be nice for someone to just hand me an assessment #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • MlleSulewski May 4 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    The other HS gives the common assessment as "practice" before their own exam so I use that as justification to not give it. #langchat
    In reply to @MmeFarab
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    WOW, what a fast - but great - chat! What are your takeaways from tonight's amazing chat? #langchat
  • SraWilliams3 May 4 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    A5b: but I give the scantron final. Have to. But I cut it down to 30 questions and make it no big deal. All I can do! #langchat
  • madameparkinson May 4 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    #langchat A5: My colleague and I are trying to wrap our heads around assessing approaches under the #CIUmbrella. & collab-ing to save time.
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    TAKEAWAYS? TAKEAWAYS? I learned...I realized...I see that... #langchat
  • vspanishpodcast May 4 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    Episodio 112: La fabada asturiana https://t.co/6y1ShwW1Ud #spanish #learnspanish #langchat
  • welangley May 4 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    TA that we all have similar struggles and that I grow more and more thankful for #langchat every single week.
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    TA - 2 ears...1 mouth.. use appropriately #langchat
  • rrrrrrrrrrrrosa May 4 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    TA I see that many of you have depts w different ideas of language learning & instruction #langchat
  • MbiraAbby May 4 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    #langchat A5 moving toward common assessments for proficiency scale grading for gradebook. Practice4feedback more personalized to sts needs
  • angardner06 May 4 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    #langchat TA: I am very fortunate to work in a dept. where we can collab. and also still honor individual differences.
  • SECottrell May 4 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    I feel like this @NewYorker article is a must-read for this topic: Why facts don't change our minds https://t.co/okvZhrhruZ #langchat
  • SraA_CHHS May 4 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A5 I'm very happy same prep is req. to give same summ asmt, but form asmt is how we get to be unique as Ts (& share w/ other Ts 2) #langchat
  • mmeshep May 4 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Thanks for a great job moderating! @CoLeeSensei and @MmeFarab ! #langchat
  • MmeBlouwolff May 4 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    TA I realize that #langchat has given me more language to initiate collaboration in my own dept. - made it feel "normal." #anditis #langchat
  • SraWilliams3 May 4 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    YUP! #langchat
  • SenoraHamilton May 4 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    TA - Listen, ask, evolve, share #langchat
  • MrM0REHEAD May 4 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A5: Is it a common assessment if teachers don't use a common set of teaching tools? #langchat
  • SECottrell May 4 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Yes. I want to be on a journey to listen better, listen more, listen deep. #langchat
  • nathanlutz May 4 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    #langchat takeaway: it is easier talking abt it on langchat than doing it in real life 😬
  • MlleSulewski May 4 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    TA: Change is hard. It is slow, painful, never enough & we are never where we should be but need strength @ every point along way. #langchat
  • SenoraHamilton May 4 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Thank you #langchat. Glad I took the plunge:)
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Thanks Merci to @MmeFarab for moderating tonight! Great to see so many here collaborating & caring about their colleagues #langchat
  • campspan May 4 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    TA I realized that collaboration isn't just face to face, that #langchat is collaboration, and that I am very grateful for it!
  • mafarrace May 4 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    Helped me gather ideas for ways to bring ideas into my Dept! TY- Always needing suggestions. #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    TA We're all changing. Let others change in their own time, for their own reasons. #langchat
  • klasekastellano May 4 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    #langchat A5 it was nice to read comments for a change rather than texting like a maniac!
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    #langchat ....
    • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:57 PM EDT
      TA We're all changing. Let others change in their own time, for their own reasons. #langchat
  • CalicoSpanish May 4 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Hi #langchat - missing the summaries? Our summary writer is GRADUATING from college & will be back soon! Congrats @allisonkilleen!
  • ACWLteach May 4 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    TA: I'm happy be part of a dpt/district that collabs, respects diff views, values proficiency, & has no textbook! #langchat
  • SraA_CHHS May 4 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    TA: It's very helpful to know that many other WL Ts ALL OVER are dealing with the same challenges & we're all searching 4 answers #langchat
  • lizettebarona18 May 4 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Wow this was an amazing FIRST twitter chat. Thank you! #langchat
  • HVRHS_Frau May 4 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    TA I realized that I am not alone and it is okay to initiate conversation with my department to take baby steps #langchat
  • SraWilliams3 May 4 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Ta: my mind must be fried bc I missed most of #langchat tonight. I'm thankful for this group to feed my T soul! Be true to self & Ss
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator May 4 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    So glad you were with us today - see you again! #langchat
    In reply to @lizettebarona18
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Thanks to @CoLeeSensei for riding shotgun with me and to @MlleSulewski for joining us, especially so close to AP exam! #langchat
  • katiannrickwood May 4 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A5 we have all common assessments and compromise on what will be included that way ss don't suffer shock when they change ts #langchat
  • MmeFarab May 4 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    There are always summaries, or the Saturday Sequel! :] #langchat
    In reply to @SraWilliams3