#NT2T Archive

This Twitter chat is dedicated to those educators who are new to Twitter. Join them each Saturday morning at 9am EST for a weekly discussion.
Saturday March 25, 2017
9:00 AM EDT
  • MrsMurat Mar 25 @ 9:00 AM EDT
    Our Ss held a DigCitSummit! https://t.co/cQR4TYqd7B #Nt2t #catholicedchat
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:00 AM EDT
    Welcome to #Nt2t! Today’s topic is “The Power of the Right Question” Questions for today’s chat are on the photo cards.
  • participatechat Mar 25 @ 9:00 AM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #NT2T by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/GpGqfPgf4l
  • tweetgoji Mar 25 @ 9:00 AM EDT
    #nt2t Hi! Vince from IN here ☺️
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:01 AM EDT
    We will be using Q1, A1, Q2, A2 (question 1/answer 1) format. Please respond to each question like: A1, A2, etc & include our hashtag #NT2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:01 AM EDT
    Today @ChouinardJahant will be moderating the chat - feel free to ask any questions! #NT2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • HarMath Mar 25 @ 9:01 AM EDT
    #nt2t Fred from the WestCoast of BC, math mentor teacher & ed consultant with 40 years in education.
  • mjjohnson1216 Mar 25 @ 9:01 AM EDT
    Good Morning #NT2T Meredith from Florida dreaming of a time when what the graphic shows begins to shift.
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:01 AM EDT
    Good morning Vincent and welcome to #NT2t Happy to have you here!
    In reply to @tweetgoji
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:02 AM EDT
    To follow the moderator, open @ChouinardJahant‘s profile in a new Twitter window or as a new column if using TweetDeck. #NT2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • MsHannahTeaches Mar 25 @ 9:02 AM EDT
    Good morning #nt2t. I'm Hannah Spear, a UW-Superior education student and current paraprofessional.
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:02 AM EDT
    Welcome to #NT2t everyone! I am Julie, co-founder of our chat. I am thrilled to welcome @ChouinardJahant his morning as our moderator.
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • jenn_mills24 Mar 25 @ 9:02 AM EDT
    Hi everyone! Jenn from IA here! #NT2t #DC508
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:02 AM EDT
    Hi #nt2t It's Carl from Avonsleigh Australia
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:02 AM EDT
    Good morning Fred! Thanks for getting up early to join us! #NT2t
    In reply to @HarMath
  • mnpalmer1 Mar 25 @ 9:02 AM EDT
    #nt2t Hi all! Macy from NE here. Studying undergrad in Special Education, first Twitter chat :)
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:02 AM EDT
    Hello Meredith! So great to see you again! #NT2t
    In reply to @mjjohnson1216
  • HarMath Mar 25 @ 9:03 AM EDT
    #NT2t As long as they are good questions that are right questions! :-)
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:03 AM EDT
    Introductions. Please introduce yourself, tell us where you are from, your role and a question you always used to ask as a kid. #NT2t
  • CHitch94 Mar 25 @ 9:03 AM EDT
    Chris from Bloomington, IN. Teach world history for private online HS. My Ss watch this at start of semester: https://t.co/0YZ1gIwQlE #nt2t
  • RossAbigailG Mar 25 @ 9:03 AM EDT
    #nt2t Abigail here. I'm currently studying English communication secondary education at Grove City College
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:03 AM EDT
    Hello Hannah, my daughters name is Hannah #nt2t
    In reply to @MsHannahTeaches
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:03 AM EDT
    Good morning Hannah & welcome to #NT2t I am from Milwaukee orignally. Has it warmed up by you yet?
    In reply to @MsHannahTeaches
  • mjjohnson1216 Mar 25 @ 9:03 AM EDT
    Thrilled to see @ChouinardJahant moderating this important topic in #NT2T this morning!
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:04 AM EDT
    #nt2t Good morning, good afternoon everyone. This is Melissa from Katy Texas-moderating my 1st chat today! Thank you so much for joining me.
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:04 AM EDT
    #nt2t Good Morning friend
    In reply to @jenn_mills24
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:04 AM EDT
    Hello Carl my friend #nt2t
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:04 AM EDT
    #nt2t Good Morning
    In reply to @mnpalmer1
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:04 AM EDT
    HOORAY!!! Please welcome ed students @MsHannahTeaches to #NT2t and out #PLN
    In reply to @MsHannahTeaches
    • MsHannahTeaches Mar 25 @ 9:02 AM EDT
      Good morning #nt2t. I'm Hannah Spear, a UW-Superior education student and current paraprofessional.
  • MsHannahTeaches Mar 25 @ 9:04 AM EDT
    Hannah Spear, currently in Superior , WI but hope to teach in Twin Cities, MN soon. I always used to ask "what time is it?" #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:04 AM EDT
    #nt2t
    • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:03 AM EDT
      Good Morning Julie. Happy to see you again.
      In reply to @shyj, @tweetgoji
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:05 AM EDT
    Thank you so much for joining in this morning. Question #1 will be coming up in two minutes. #nt2t
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:05 AM EDT
    Hello. Saw the light on so I thought I'd drop in #nt2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:05 AM EDT
    #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:05 AM EDT
    Good morning Jenn! Welcome to #NT2t Thanks for sharing part of your weekend with us!
    In reply to @jenn_mills24
  • Celia_Dumbra Mar 25 @ 9:05 AM EDT
    #NT2T Good Morning, elementary ESL Teacher from Central, New Jersey. First timer - checking out the chat!
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:05 AM EDT
    Good morning friend! Super excited to have you moderate this morning! You will be AWESOME! #NT2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant, @tweetgoji
  • itsmeSpiri Mar 25 @ 9:05 AM EDT
    Hi Good Morning #nt2t Spiri from PA, GT, i would always ask...Is it my birthday yet?! #woot #yesitis
  • HarMath Mar 25 @ 9:05 AM EDT
    #NT2t Last part: "What is that?" changed my life after seeing a boloid meteor streak across the sky with a multi-coloured tail
  • mnpalmer1 Mar 25 @ 9:05 AM EDT
    #nt2t I'm also a paraprofessional in a middle school while I study Secondary Special Education1
    In reply to @MsHannahTeaches
  • mjjohnson1216 Mar 25 @ 9:05 AM EDT
    @ChouinardJahant You're going to rock it! #NT2T
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • CHitch94 Mar 25 @ 9:06 AM EDT
    I live with someone suffering from "Hamilton" obsession so of course I want to answer with, "Show time!" ;) #nt2t
    In reply to @MsHannahTeaches
  • giveawaytapux Mar 25 @ 9:06 AM EDT
    Hannah Spear, currently in Superior , WI but hope to teach in Twin Cities, MN soon. I always used to ask "what time is it?" #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:06 AM EDT
    So glad you did! #nt2t
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • JaimeDonally Mar 25 @ 9:06 AM EDT
    Hello #NT2t I'm Jaime joining in from east Texas! It's been a while :)
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:06 AM EDT
    Good morning Carl! Hope your weekend is off to a good start so far! #NT2t
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:06 AM EDT
    Good Morning & thank you for joining us today #nt2t
    In reply to @Celia_Dumbra
  • hturk139 - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:06 AM EDT
    Good morning! Hannah, 1st yr, 1st grade T in Northern VA and co-mod for #nt2t. My favorite Q as a kid was 'But why?'...A: 'B/c I said so!'
  • JGross_17 Mar 25 @ 9:06 AM EDT
    Looking forward to a great discussion. I'm a current grad ed student now but used to teach 3-6th grades in the Denver area. #nt2t
  • MsHannahTeaches Mar 25 @ 9:06 AM EDT
    that's awesome! I always grew up with this weather, but the wind and lake effect snow from Lk. Sup. are killer! #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:07 AM EDT
    Q1: Who is in control of your classroom? How can we give more responsibility over to our students? #Nt2t
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:07 AM EDT
    Spent Saturday in garden School open day Sunday so work for me #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:07 AM EDT
    Teresa, MS Literacy Teacher, NY. "Why/" #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:07 AM EDT
    Thank you I am a little nervous but very excited too. #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj, @tweetgoji
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:07 AM EDT
    Good morning Macy and welcome to #NT2t Very happy to have you here & help you grow your #PLN
    In reply to @mnpalmer1
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:07 AM EDT
    Hooray Spiri is here. Good morning my friend #nt2t
    In reply to @itsmeSpiri
  • HarMath Mar 25 @ 9:07 AM EDT
    #NT2t A1:
  • leahbteaching Mar 25 @ 9:07 AM EDT
    Good morning all! Leah from Montana, teach 2nd grade. This is my first chat! So here we go! #nt2t
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:08 AM EDT
    Welcome! #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj, @MsHannahTeaches
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:08 AM EDT
    Happy Birthday! #nt2t
    In reply to @itsmeSpiri
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:08 AM EDT
    Is it really your birthday Spiri @itsmeSpiri #nt2t
    In reply to @itsmeSpiri
  • mjjohnson1216 Mar 25 @ 9:08 AM EDT
    A1. Danielson quote - students assume considerable responsibility. #NT2T
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:08 AM EDT
    Good Morning my friend #nt2t
    In reply to @JaimeDonally
  • MsHannahTeaches Mar 25 @ 9:08 AM EDT
    A1: I am in control of the classroom, but Ss earn opportunities to control tasks. Classroom jobs are #1 way to delegate #uwsted #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:08 AM EDT
    Please welcome @mnpalmer1 and help this undergrad connect & grow with us! #NT2t
    In reply to @mnpalmer1
    • mnpalmer1 Mar 25 @ 9:02 AM EDT
      #nt2t Hi all! Macy from NE here. Studying undergrad in Special Education, first Twitter chat :)
  • hturk139 - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:08 AM EDT
    A1: In 1st grade, there's a need to have control, but I'm trying to find ways to give Ss more freedom, even w/ limited abilites. #nt2t
  • TheLegitTeacher Mar 25 @ 9:08 AM EDT
    Morning #nt2t Stacey, 4th grade teacher from Florida. ☀️
  • itsmeSpiri Mar 25 @ 9:08 AM EDT
    Morning sunshine 😊 You got this 👌🏻❤ #NT2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:09 AM EDT
    A1 #nt2t My class- I put the majority of the control in my Ss hands-choice of activity, demo of knowledge they even help me design lessons.
  • Clymer_Edu Mar 25 @ 9:09 AM EDT
    A1: It starts with building a relationship of trust between T & S. #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:09 AM EDT
    #nt2t A very happy Saturday Hannah
    In reply to @hturk139
  • AquilaEducation Mar 25 @ 9:09 AM EDT
    #nt2t Q1- give options to students to demonstrate their understanding. Have multiple options to teach the content
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:09 AM EDT
    Good Morning #nt2t
    In reply to @JGross_17
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:09 AM EDT
    Hi Teresa. Everyone is here #nt2t
    In reply to @teresagross625
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:09 AM EDT
    A1: my students have lots of control over classroom. They teach, have roles, etc. #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:09 AM EDT
    Good morning Chris! Always thrilled to have you here sharing your knowledge! #NT2t
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • JGross_17 Mar 25 @ 9:09 AM EDT
    A1: Help them understand learning goals by putting them in student-friendly language. #nt2t
  • CHitch94 Mar 25 @ 9:09 AM EDT
    A1) I encourage Ss to ask ?s. They choose a historical theme or essential ? to use as their lens to study history. 1/2 #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:10 AM EDT
    A1.b #nt2t Giving more responsibility to our SS takes modeling & trust but if you build strong relationships it becomes the natural flow.
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:10 AM EDT
    Good morning everyone I am happy you are here, let's talk questioning #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:10 AM EDT
    Oh yeah, that is THE worst! I love to visit WI but don't want to live there any more! #NT2t
    In reply to @MsHannahTeaches
  • JaimeDonally Mar 25 @ 9:10 AM EDT
    A1 Offer more projects that are open to sharing knowledge in multiple ways & selected by student interest. #geniushour #stuvoice #NT2t
  • itsmeSpiri Mar 25 @ 9:10 AM EDT
    Yes it is! #NT2t
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • AssignmentHelpN Mar 25 @ 9:10 AM EDT
    #catholicedchat #Nt2t A Beginner’s Guide on How to Make Mind Maps https://t.co/HMbTauQCs5
  • massignmenthelp Mar 25 @ 9:10 AM EDT
    #catholicedchat #Nt2t 5 Daily Habits that will Boost your GPA https://t.co/P32ItfDV0A
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:10 AM EDT
    Garden School? IS that what I think it is? #NT2t
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • jenn_mills24 Mar 25 @ 9:10 AM EDT
    A1: my students have control of their learning. They have choices and options as much as possible. #NT2t
  • AquilaEducation Mar 25 @ 9:10 AM EDT
    #nt2t create online lessons where students move the content at their own pace. Great for a class with different leveled students
  • stephwurking - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:10 AM EDT
    Hello #nt2t! Hope all is well
  • tweetgoji Mar 25 @ 9:10 AM EDT
    #nt2t A1: A school is one big airport. The teachers are the air traffic controllers, but the students are each flying their own plane! #StuX
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:10 AM EDT
    Good Morning Teresa thank you for joining us #nt2t
    In reply to @teresagross625
  • MsHannahTeaches Mar 25 @ 9:10 AM EDT
    yes! My mom would use the "because I said so" all the time. Now, as an adult, I use it and it doesn't fix the complaints! #nt2t
    In reply to @hturk139
  • CHitch94 Mar 25 @ 9:10 AM EDT
    A1) I provide some sources for each lesson but Ss have to find at least one themselves that answers a ? they have or est tie to theme. #nt2t
  • hturk139 - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:10 AM EDT
    A1: Lately, my Ss finally started asking more Qs, so we learn about their topics of choice and then write about it (info. writing). #nt2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:10 AM EDT
    A dream come true? #nt2t
    • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:09 AM EDT
      A1: my students have lots of control over classroom. They teach, have roles, etc. #nt2t
  • CHitch94 Mar 25 @ 9:11 AM EDT
    Awww, thanks, Julie! I always learn from these chats. :) #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:11 AM EDT
    A1 OK what's control. I'm in control because I determine the long term agenda But kids have some control of who we get there #nt2t
  • mjjohnson1216 Mar 25 @ 9:11 AM EDT
    @itsmeSpiri Happiest Birthday wishes sent your direction! #NT2T
    In reply to @itsmeSpiri
  • cpoole27 Mar 25 @ 9:11 AM EDT
    A1: I think if we "Teach on Purpose" we can create a more Ss centered classroom. Here are 3 ways https://t.co/dwi1BFknIw #nt2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:11 AM EDT
    Multiple options of equal rigor - #nt2t
    • AquilaEducation Mar 25 @ 9:09 AM EDT
      #nt2t Q1- give options to students to demonstrate their understanding. Have multiple options to teach the content
      In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • TheLegitTeacher Mar 25 @ 9:11 AM EDT
    A1: it's shared. I have 4 class periods. Some classes have more control than others. #nt2t
  • MrsShorr Mar 25 @ 9:11 AM EDT
    Good morning from Heidi, grade 3 T in MA- "Why is the sky blue" #NT2t
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:11 AM EDT
    So happy to have you here Abigail! Love to have undergrads join Twttr so we can connect & learn with you! #NT2t
    In reply to @RossAbigailG
  • MsHannahTeaches Mar 25 @ 9:11 AM EDT
    what age is your class? I work with elementary (K-3 mostly) and try to do votes/ let them decide but not lesson plans #nt2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • KarlyMoura Mar 25 @ 9:12 AM EDT
    Hello #NT2t! Karly, TOSA from California. Been awhile. Wanted to pop in and say hi!
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:12 AM EDT
    #nt2t I think using questions that make kids look deep for the answer are critical. I love these questions.
    In reply to @HarMath
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:12 AM EDT
    Yes. Patience and practice helps too. On everyone's side. #nt2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • hturk139 - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:12 AM EDT
    I HATED that, and when I was older I told her. But I use it in class, and I will w/ my own kids, so it goes! #nt2t
    In reply to @MsHannahTeaches
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:12 AM EDT
    Good Morning Leah #nt2t
    In reply to @leahbteaching
  • stephwurking - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:12 AM EDT
    we welcome you! #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj, @mnpalmer1
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:12 AM EDT
    Another awesome opportunity to help support an undergrad. Plz welcome @RossAbigailG to Twitter! #NT2t
    In reply to @RossAbigailG
    • RossAbigailG Mar 25 @ 9:03 AM EDT
      #nt2t Abigail here. I'm currently studying English communication secondary education at Grove City College
  • CHitch94 Mar 25 @ 9:12 AM EDT
    A1 (cont.) Ss also have choice in how they demonstrate their learning. I provide menu of formats/tools, they choose. #nt2t
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:12 AM EDT
    Am I the icing on the cake? 😂 #nt2t
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:13 AM EDT
    Q2: What activities do you do in your class that foster independent problem-solving and ponderance? #Nt2t
  • FeBloodgood Mar 25 @ 9:13 AM EDT
    A1: My ss have most of the control over how I need to teach to help them, but I have control of our goals & standards #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:13 AM EDT
    #NT2t Are therecertain students you choose for specific jobs? Do they get to choose?
    In reply to @MsHannahTeaches
  • AquilaEducation Mar 25 @ 9:13 AM EDT
    #Nt2t give your Ss control of their learning with #google for education. Our course is free for enrollment this wkd https://t.co/D6D0vbU79P
  • itsmeSpiri Mar 25 @ 9:13 AM EDT
    A1) Hmm...control? My learners lead, I navigate #nt2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:13 AM EDT
    Celebrating in Grand style. #nt2t
  • MsHannahTeaches Mar 25 @ 9:13 AM EDT
    The title caught my eye & I'll have to check it out after the chat. Student centered is a great atmosphere. #nt2t
    In reply to @cpoole27
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:13 AM EDT
    They love it! I get to be the "student". #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:13 AM EDT
    Probably should be a full stop there. Garden and school two different places. This is my tomorrow (or actually today now for me) #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • HarMath Mar 25 @ 9:13 AM EDT
    #NT2t Asking Ss what they see and wonder shows them they are valued as contributing members of the learning community
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • hturk139 - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:13 AM EDT
    Welcome! I'm a former Grover, teaching in the Northern VA area. I love seeing Ss from GCC on Twitter! #nt2t
    In reply to @RossAbigailG
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:14 AM EDT
    A1. As @SteveWyborney says, "22 teachers, 22 leaners." We are all teachers and learners. #twotcw #nt2t
    In reply to @SteveWyborney
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:14 AM EDT
    #nt2t Are there any great strategies you use to build trust with your students?
    In reply to @Clymer_Edu
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:14 AM EDT
    Thanks for choosing #NT2t to share your weekend Celia! So happy to have you join us!
    In reply to @Celia_Dumbra
  • mnpalmer1 Mar 25 @ 9:14 AM EDT
    #nt2t I've found that even non academic ?s should be answered by the S instead of me... They get more understanding out of it.
  • mjjohnson1216 Mar 25 @ 9:14 AM EDT
    A2. Many important traits begin w/ raising the awareness level of all. #NT2T
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:14 AM EDT
    Teresa. You are the icing, the cake and the strawberries that goes around it #nt2t
    In reply to @teresagross625
  • MrsShorr Mar 25 @ 9:14 AM EDT
    A1 Try to create an environment where Ss share control through choices & providing opportunities for them to lead class discussions #NT2T
  • JaimeDonally Mar 25 @ 9:14 AM EDT
    A2 I'm a huge "challenge" nut! I love to offer challenges & incentives to entice learning through fun & engaging activities #nt2t
  • CHitch94 Mar 25 @ 9:15 AM EDT
    A2) I teach fully online & asynchronously. Ask rigorous ?s w/ no one correct answer and encourage Ss to do same. #nt2t 1/2
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:15 AM EDT
    A2 #nt2t Edcamps, Socratic Seminars, Design your own lab or PBL #makerspace long term experimental design projects on plant tropisms
  • hturk139 - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:15 AM EDT
    Happy to have you, Celia! I love my ESL teachers at my school, you are the unsung heroes! #nt2t
    In reply to @Celia_Dumbra
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:15 AM EDT
    #nt2t I love options too- my favorite thing in my room #Makerspace endless opportunities
    In reply to @AquilaEducation
  • JGross_17 Mar 25 @ 9:15 AM EDT
    A2: Ask good questions and get students writing as much as possible. #nt2n #NT2T
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:15 AM EDT
    A2: I have anchor charts for every unit so they can be resourceful and independent. #nt2t
  • itsmeSpiri Mar 25 @ 9:15 AM EDT
    A2) GT learners are very inquisitive, most of lessons stem from their curiosity & Qs #nt2t
  • KarlyMoura Mar 25 @ 9:15 AM EDT
    A2 @breakoutEDU, digital @breakoutEDU , problem solving through the design process, number talks. #NT2t
    In reply to @breakoutEDU, @breakoutEDU
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:15 AM EDT
    Looks like fun, even though it is still work. #NT2t
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • itsmeSpiri Mar 25 @ 9:15 AM EDT
    Thank you sweet friend 😊 #nt2t
    In reply to @mjjohnson1216
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:15 AM EDT
    A2) I like to assign problems with constraints that steer them to cover outcomes but allow Ss to do it their way #nt2t
  • CHitch94 Mar 25 @ 9:15 AM EDT
    A2) Give sources w/ conflicting POVs and ask Ss to think about how they can be used to construct narrative of past. #nt2t
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:15 AM EDT
    😊💕💜 Thanks friend! #nt2t
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • HarMath Mar 25 @ 9:15 AM EDT
    #NT2t A2:
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:16 AM EDT
    Good morning Spiri! So wonderful of you to share your weekend with us! #nt2t
    In reply to @itsmeSpiri
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:16 AM EDT
    The put me on cooking food. It's like putting the fox in charge of the henhouse #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:16 AM EDT
    #nt2t I love using @CanvasLMS for my blended classroom- What tool do you use for self-paced lessons?
    In reply to @AquilaEducation, @CanvasLMS
  • AquilaEducation Mar 25 @ 9:16 AM EDT
    #NT2t q2 have Ss ask questions about the topic and then together try to answer them. This is great in history when Ss often ask "why"
  • hturk139 - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:16 AM EDT
    A2: Language. W/ a high ELL pop., teach what 'problem solving' is, then when Ss come w/ a solvable problem, say 'be a problem solver.' #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:16 AM EDT
    Good Morning Stephen #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:16 AM EDT
    A2: I will challenge them to find answers, shrug and say, "I don't know!" Would be great to find out! #nt2t
  • itsmeSpiri Mar 25 @ 9:16 AM EDT
    Thank you my friend❤ Ok, so 29...28...27...🤣 #nt2t
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:17 AM EDT
    #nt2t Great metaphor. Passengers & destinations
    In reply to @tweetgoji
  • MsHannahTeaches Mar 25 @ 9:17 AM EDT
    A2: Ind.prob solving comes from encouraging trial and error. Give students a problem they're interested in, and brainstorm solutions #nt2t
    • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:13 AM EDT
      Q2: What activities do you do in your class that foster independent problem-solving and ponderance? #Nt2t
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:17 AM EDT
    You will NEVER see me in that role! Bad news. #nt2t
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @shyj
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:17 AM EDT
    21 isn't it? #nt2t
    In reply to @itsmeSpiri
  • jenn_mills24 Mar 25 @ 9:17 AM EDT
    A2: Try to incorporate real world problems in math that could have more than one answer. #NT2t
  • tweetgoji Mar 25 @ 9:17 AM EDT
    #nt2t A2: Now, this may sound crazy , but I give my students something called "free time." Independent time leads to Independent thought!
  • AquilaEducation Mar 25 @ 9:17 AM EDT
    create lessons with Google online - series of docs/forms to complete. OfficeMix or Thinkific #nt2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • edu_ivers Mar 25 @ 9:17 AM EDT
    A1 You want Ss to be engaged》means sharing control. Your Q Carl is great - what do we mean by control & S engagement #nt2t
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:18 AM EDT
    #nt2t To me control is empowerment & decision making the more my Ss feel empowered the more engaged & focus they are
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • hturk139 - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:18 AM EDT
    As a 1st yr T, I couldn't swing that, but seeing them think creatively at indoor recess is wonderful! #nt2t
    In reply to @tweetgoji
  • JaimeDonally Mar 25 @ 9:18 AM EDT
    I 💗 @breakoutEDU with awesome problem solving, collaboration & team work #nt2t
    In reply to @KarlyMoura, @breakoutEDU
  • AquilaEducation Mar 25 @ 9:18 AM EDT
    it's important that whatever you use you can track and monitor student data and progress to help them improve #nt2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:18 AM EDT
    A2b) right now my Year 8s are working on making a science video in the style of Mythbuster or SloMo guys that shows chemical change #nt2t
  • RossAbigailG Mar 25 @ 9:18 AM EDT
    Q2In English classrooms, debates about different readings of the text Was _ justified in _?. Students must think to defend their side. #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:18 AM EDT
    Good Morning Thank you for coming #nt2t
    In reply to @MrsShorr
  • stephensonmused Mar 25 @ 9:19 AM EDT
    David, choral music educator from SC, jumping in a tad late. Hello all! I'll be in and out, with 3 toddlers running around :) #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:19 AM EDT
    #nt2t I have 7th graders 11-12 year olds
    In reply to @MsHannahTeaches
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:19 AM EDT
    It's amazing what they come up with isn't it? #nt2t
    In reply to @tweetgoji
  • hturk139 - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:19 AM EDT
    That's so awesome! And connecting to pop culture as well, I know I would love that assignment! #nt2t
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:19 AM EDT
    I reckon it might be bacon and eggs... 1 for you, 2 for me, 1 for you, 2 for me... #nt2t
    In reply to @teresagross625, @shyj
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:19 AM EDT
    Welcome Karly happy you are joining us #nt2t
    In reply to @KarlyMoura
  • jessxbo Mar 25 @ 9:19 AM EDT
    Hey #nt2t... jessie from FL. I'm a little late, but I'm here!
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:19 AM EDT
    My 7th graders LOVE to debate! #nt2t
    In reply to @RossAbigailG
  • cpoole27 Mar 25 @ 9:19 AM EDT
    So true Hannah! I hope the post encourages you :) #nt2t
    In reply to @MsHannahTeaches
  • itsmeSpiri Mar 25 @ 9:19 AM EDT
    25! But age is just a number 😉 ❤🍺Cheers! #NT2t
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:20 AM EDT
    Q3: Take an inventory of your activities: In what ways can you create a more student-centered classroom? #Nt2t
  • hturk139 - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:20 AM EDT
    Glad to have you, David! Sounds like a full morning and a full house for you! #nt2t
    In reply to @stephensonmused
  • FeBloodgood Mar 25 @ 9:20 AM EDT
    A2: I'd have ss design their own experimental procedures to real world physics problems that challenge their PS ability. #nt2t
  • HarMath Mar 25 @ 9:20 AM EDT
    #NT2t A3:
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:20 AM EDT
    Hello Abigail thank you for chatting with us today. #nt2t
    In reply to @RossAbigailG
  • KarlyMoura Mar 25 @ 9:20 AM EDT
    Our kids live digital breakouts. Great way to wrap up a unit or as an extension activity. #nt2t
    In reply to @JaimeDonally, @breakoutEDU
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:20 AM EDT
    They did have to put their proposal to me. That way I talked them out of the impractical and dangerous #nt2t
    In reply to @hturk139
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:20 AM EDT
    That sounds like a good ratio! #nt2t (I eat neither so you can have all of mine.)
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @shyj
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:20 AM EDT
    When I was a classroom teacher, I LOVED using the Q-Matrix: https://t.co/Ys1RIbSBor Really helped Ss understand questions & thinking #NT2t
  • MrsShorr Mar 25 @ 9:20 AM EDT
    Love this! Best thing about open ended ?s with more than one answer is they promote S discussion & sharing of ideas. #NT2t
    In reply to @jenn_mills24
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:21 AM EDT
    I'll tweet pictures #nt2t
    In reply to @mrterborg, @teresagross625, @shyj
  • HarMath Mar 25 @ 9:21 AM EDT
    #NT2t A3: Love @pgliljedahl ‘s Thinking Classroom pieces: https://t.co/sO86tcT0ij
    In reply to @pgliljedahl
  • stephensonmused Mar 25 @ 9:21 AM EDT
    Q1) Our classroom is a bit unique, b/c each Ss has a role to play in order for the class to function. Inherent Ss ownership. #nt2t
  • JGross_17 Mar 25 @ 9:21 AM EDT
    A3: Give students choices! Be bold enough to let them run with their ideas when appropriate. #nt2t
  • MsHannahTeaches Mar 25 @ 9:21 AM EDT
    we "rotate" weekly but if a student didn't earn a higher demanding job (office runner), I will put them elsewhere. #nt2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:21 AM EDT
    One of my children asked me my age last week and I had to stop and think #nt2t
    In reply to @itsmeSpiri
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:21 AM EDT
    Another awesome #twotcw quote. If you haven't read this book- you need to very very soon #nt2t
    In reply to @teresagross625, @SteveWyborney
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:21 AM EDT
    LOL...especially the bacon! #NT2t
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @teresagross625
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:21 AM EDT
    A3: I am trying to do this with my lessons, make them more student teacher friendly, it takes work and thought! #nt2t
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:21 AM EDT
    Shall do #nt2t
    In reply to @teresagross625, @shyj
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:22 AM EDT
    A3 #nt2t My goal- give them the reigns to learning completely & further incorporate flexible and mindful learning spaces into the classroom.
  • stephensonmused Mar 25 @ 9:22 AM EDT
    Q2) Sightreading music. Music literacy is much like translating a foreign language. #nt2t
  • itsmeSpiri Mar 25 @ 9:22 AM EDT
    @ChouinardJahant Is truly one of the kindest people I know! Absolute best! Will always support ❤ #LoveMyPLN #NT2t
    In reply to @shyj, @ChouinardJahant
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:22 AM EDT
    Oh I just love this @MsHannahTeaches #NT2t
    In reply to @MsHannahTeaches
    • MsHannahTeaches Mar 25 @ 9:19 AM EDT
      my mom would say "it's 1:00", and I'd say "no, it's 12:58" and she would be so mad that I'd ask when I can read a clock
      In reply to @shyj, @CHitch94
  • leahbteaching Mar 25 @ 9:22 AM EDT
    A1- Love & Logic in the Classroom by Jim Fay + David Funk provides lots of great ideas on giving students CHOICES throughout the day. #nt2t
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:22 AM EDT
    Sometimes I have to think back to year I was born. This year will be an easy one. LOL #nt2t
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @itsmeSpiri
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:22 AM EDT
    You are the queen of anchor charts & sketch notes I have learned so much from you this year. #nt2t
    In reply to @teresagross625
  • MsHannahTeaches Mar 25 @ 9:22 AM EDT
    that's a fun age! When they help design lessons, do you give them options or allow any suggestions? #nt2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • RossAbigailG Mar 25 @ 9:22 AM EDT
    A3: Giving yourself a new perspective when writing lessons. Put yourself in your student's shoes. #nt2t
  • hturk139 - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:22 AM EDT
    I'm trying to find balance in getting all the content in, and giving Ss freedom. Any suggestions for a Title I, 85% ESOL classroom? #nt2t
  • jenn_mills24 Mar 25 @ 9:23 AM EDT
    A3: I've been trying to move more towards PBL but it is very hard! #NT2t
  • MrsShorr Mar 25 @ 9:23 AM EDT
    A3 #Geniushour is a perfect way to create S centered classrooms. Ss choose what to learn about & how to share their knowledge #NT2t
  • RossAbigailG Mar 25 @ 9:23 AM EDT
    A3 pt2: Ask for student input. Potentially let them vote on class activities. #nt2t
  • HarMath Mar 25 @ 9:23 AM EDT
    #nt2t A3: Here is the example of the Prime Game adaptation
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:23 AM EDT
    #nt2t So true- I love a Discrepant event or bazaar painting to spark curiosity & discovery
    In reply to @itsmeSpiri
  • jessxbo Mar 25 @ 9:23 AM EDT
    A2: I've been facilitating edcamps in my classroom lately & the Ss have full control. If they get stuck, they figure it out #nt2t
  • JaimeDonally Mar 25 @ 9:23 AM EDT
    A3 Let Ss create learning games, invest into the community, connect with classrooms globally, allow Ss to lead lessons #NT2t
  • hturk139 - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:23 AM EDT
    Agreed! PBL seemed so wonderful and obvious in college, but then in the classroom...much harder to implement! #nt2t
    In reply to @jenn_mills24
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:23 AM EDT
    I did a very modifed version last year. #nt2t
    In reply to @MrsShorr
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:23 AM EDT
    Good morning Heidi and welcome to #NT2t Thank you for sharing part of your weekend with us!
    In reply to @MrsShorr
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:23 AM EDT
    #nt2t Can you provide an example? I am intrigued
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • AquilaEducation Mar 25 @ 9:23 AM EDT
    #NT2t has anyone used #VR in the classroom? #googleexpeditions ?
  • MsHannahTeaches Mar 25 @ 9:23 AM EDT
    yes, and sometimes students who need to stay on good behavior can take a mentoring role & it helps them be a pos. Influence #nt2t
    In reply to @mnpalmer1
  • stephensonmused Mar 25 @ 9:24 AM EDT
    Q3) Inventory surveys, whole class/small group/one-on-one discussions, #PBL on meaningful topics #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:24 AM EDT
    A3.b #nt2t Student-centered classrooms empower students to find their own strategies and discover their own interests & goals & path.
  • animaniacnews Mar 25 @ 9:24 AM EDT
    Sen. Cory Booker , #nt2t , Maher , #tolkienreadingday , #HappyBirthdayElton , #UniteForEurope , #AW5K
  • KarlyMoura Mar 25 @ 9:24 AM EDT
    A3 Offer Choice. Use their interests to guide lesson planning. Love the amazing ideas from #tlap. Create experiences #nt2t
  • triciafreyes Mar 25 @ 9:24 AM EDT
    #nt2t A2: creating mindful learning spaces..coffee-shop like, beanbags, different spaces for deeper dicussions.
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • CHitch94 Mar 25 @ 9:24 AM EDT
    A3) I'd like to be more specific about Ss having options. Remind them periodically but should prb include reminder in all lessons. #nt2t
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:24 AM EDT
    Awww.....thanks so much! I have some new ones I need to photograph and post. #nt2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • cpoole27 Mar 25 @ 9:24 AM EDT
    So great! I agree :)I like to hold weekly planning meetings with my Ss to plan out units together and evaluate the class #nt2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • itsmeSpiri Mar 25 @ 9:24 AM EDT
    Haha 😂 Never happened to me....yet 😊 Age doesn't matter, it's all about HOW you feel #Feelingyoung #Amen #word #nt2t
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:24 AM EDT
    We LOVE IT when you can pop in Karly! You are such a great mentor to Ts new and old! #NT2t
    In reply to @KarlyMoura
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:24 AM EDT
    I have read those! #nt2t
    In reply to @leahbteaching
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:24 AM EDT
    Hey for the record I have a daughter stranded at Dubai airport at moment due to missing connecting flight re bad weather #nt2t Emailing her
  • FeBloodgood Mar 25 @ 9:24 AM EDT
    A3: A SSC focuses on ss communictng, cllbratng, & understanding the material through critical thinking, engaging & involving ss #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:25 AM EDT
    Thank you for chatting with me today. Question #4 will be arriving in two minutes. #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:25 AM EDT
    #nt2t Exactly. @MathDenisNJ always says Find the Relevance this is the true motivator #makeitreal
    In reply to @jenn_mills24, @MathDenisNJ
  • MrRussoRH Mar 25 @ 9:25 AM EDT
    Good morning #nt2t friends! Sorry that I am late! Haircut time!!!
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:25 AM EDT
    A3: Learn Like a Pirate by @PaulSolarz gives wonderful ideas for student led classrooms. #learnlap #tlap #nt2t
    In reply to @PaulSolarz
  • itsmeSpiri Mar 25 @ 9:25 AM EDT
    And I will come & take you out to dinner again 😘❤ #nt2t #sweetfriend
    In reply to @teresagross625, @GruntledChalkie
  • HarMath Mar 25 @ 9:25 AM EDT
    #nt2t This made me think of 'fuzzy logic' & thus #fuzzymath where smudges make some of the learning missing & Ss seek to know what's missing
    • leahbteaching Mar 25 @ 9:22 AM EDT
      A1- Love & Logic in the Classroom by Jim Fay + David Funk provides lots of great ideas on giving students CHOICES throughout the day. #nt2t
  • stephensonmused Mar 25 @ 9:25 AM EDT
    Q3 part 2) Provide leadership tasks & opportunities to contribute to the classroom routines #nt2t
  • AquilaEducation Mar 25 @ 9:25 AM EDT
    I like the idea of creating experiences. It makes learning much more fun and Interactive! #nt2t
    In reply to @KarlyMoura
  • KarlyMoura Mar 25 @ 9:25 AM EDT
    Thanks Julie! If I'm up early enough I love to pop in 😊 #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:25 AM EDT
    #nt2t I love this. I have 15 minute free time Friday they love it but it's funny usually they are reading.
    In reply to @tweetgoji
  • stephwurking - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:25 AM EDT
    KEYWORDS : Create. Guide. Experiences. #nt2t
    • KarlyMoura Mar 25 @ 9:24 AM EDT
      A3 Offer Choice. Use their interests to guide lesson planning. Love the amazing ideas from #tlap. Create experiences #nt2t
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:25 AM EDT
    You are doing great! So fun! #nt2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:25 AM EDT
    Australian bacon. they tell me we do it different to the US #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj, @teresagross625
  • FarleyJeffrey Mar 25 @ 9:26 AM EDT
    A2) One of the only worksheets I ever loved. @dlmartinez1966 introduced me to it; we never "went over" tests any other way after that. #nt2t
  • hturk139 - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:26 AM EDT
    I think it needs to start with problem solving skills. Working w/ 6 yo's, that's the 1st skill needed. #nt2t
    In reply to @AquilaEducation, @jenn_mills24
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:26 AM EDT
    1997? #nt2t
    In reply to @teresagross625, @itsmeSpiri
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:26 AM EDT
    A3: I would suggest the best way to connect w/ Ss is to put away ur teacher's guides and talk to ur Ss about what they want to learn! #NT2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:26 AM EDT
    Hello and good morning #nt2t
    In reply to @stephensonmused
  • JaimeDonally Mar 25 @ 9:26 AM EDT
    I went a few months thinking I was a year older-was so happy when my mom corrected me 😂 #nt2t
    In reply to @teresagross625, @GruntledChalkie, @itsmeSpiri
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:26 AM EDT
    I'm more about stage than age. #nt2t
    In reply to @itsmeSpiri
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:26 AM EDT
    Thank you for joining us Jessie #nt2t
    In reply to @jessxbo
  • tweetgoji Mar 25 @ 9:26 AM EDT
    #nt2t A3: Keep Ss at the core of lesson development. What can Ss see, hear, smell, touch, or taste that turns a lesson into an experience?
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:26 AM EDT
    I am older than you think! How old do you think I am? Go ahead guess..... #nt2t
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @itsmeSpiri
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:27 AM EDT
    Q4: How can using test questions be used in class to to deepen understanding and strengthen engagement? #Nt2t
  • EduGladiators Mar 25 @ 9:27 AM EDT
    TODAY #EduGladiators wraps up 4Cs of Success w/ @jprofNB moderating! Join us! #catholicedchat #NT2T #ASCD17 #edcampfoothills #JoyfulLeaders
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:27 AM EDT
    Me or her #nt2t or both?
    In reply to @itsmeSpiri, @teresagross625
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:27 AM EDT
    A reading teacher's dream....... #nt2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant, @tweetgoji
  • TheLegitTeacher Mar 25 @ 9:27 AM EDT
    A3: genius hour for sure, my kids last year loved it! PBL! Ss as Ts! Silent days from @PaulSolarz #llap #nt2t
    In reply to @PaulSolarz
  • edu_ivers Mar 25 @ 9:27 AM EDT
    @RossAbigailG Thanks for the follow Abigail. Always a pleasure to exchange ideas with future teachers #nt2t
    In reply to @RossAbigailG
  • JaimeDonally Mar 25 @ 9:27 AM EDT
    I LOVE this!!!! What a fantastic idea :D #nt2t
    In reply to @jessxbo
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:27 AM EDT
    Awww.......we will celebrate together! #nt2t
    In reply to @itsmeSpiri, @GruntledChalkie
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:27 AM EDT
    I don't know but I've seen celebrities comment on it. I'll have to try US bacon when I'm there #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj, @teresagross625
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:27 AM EDT
    #nt2t Actually I guide a little but they usually do what I would for the most part w/a little less structure
    In reply to @MsHannahTeaches
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:27 AM EDT
    Love that we have another undergrad joining #NT2t this morning! Plz welcome & support @FeBloodgood to Twitter!
    In reply to @FeBloodgood
  • MrsShorr Mar 25 @ 9:28 AM EDT
    Yes-- I refer back to Learn Like a Pirate frequently for new ideas and inspiration #learnLAP #nt2t #tlap
    In reply to @teresagross625, @PaulSolarz
  • JGross_17 Mar 25 @ 9:28 AM EDT
    A4: Design test questions in a way that requires students to apply what they know, not just share memorized answers. #nt2t
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:28 AM EDT
    That is a dangerous guess to make as I am assuming your birth year ends in 7. #nt2t
    In reply to @teresagross625, @itsmeSpiri
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:28 AM EDT
    A4: Close Reading the questions, many times they don't understand. Vocab used? What is it asking? #nt2t
  • KarlyMoura Mar 25 @ 9:28 AM EDT
    Some resources here for bringing problem solving into your math lesson w/ Google tools. #nt2t @Markab3578
    In reply to @Markab3578
  • butterfli820 Mar 25 @ 9:28 AM EDT
    Good morning #nt2t In hubby's car this morning. :) Librarian & tech coach from rainy Illinois. :)
  • MrRussoRH Mar 25 @ 9:28 AM EDT
    A3: talk with Ss about how they learn best, what they can do independently and what needs scaffolding.Create experiences to meet both. #nt2t
  • HarMath Mar 25 @ 9:28 AM EDT
    #nt2t Physical structures are as important as cognitive ones. Sometimes we don't consider what our layouts contribute or inhibit.
    • triciafreyes Mar 25 @ 9:24 AM EDT
      #nt2t A2: creating mindful learning spaces..coffee-shop like, beanbags, different spaces for deeper dicussions.
      In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:29 AM EDT
    A4 #nt2t Warm-ups and exit tickets are a great way to incorporate standardized testing practice questions & test questions missed for review
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:29 AM EDT
    Yes. Mindful seating means a calm, focused mind this learning & growth #NT2t
    In reply to @triciafreyes
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:29 AM EDT
    Welcome! #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj, @FeBloodgood
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:29 AM EDT
    This is FABULOUS @jessxbo Anyone else doing anything similar? #NT2t
    In reply to @jessxbo
    • jessxbo Mar 25 @ 9:23 AM EDT
      A2: I've been facilitating edcamps in my classroom lately & the Ss have full control. If they get stuck, they figure it out #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:29 AM EDT
    Hello my friend thank you for coming this morning #nt2t
    In reply to @triciafreyes
  • BeckettHaight Mar 25 @ 9:30 AM EDT
    #Nt2t I'm out here in Ethiopia and missed the chat due to time changes I believe....what time does the chat start?
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:30 AM EDT
    Good Morning Todd Thank you friend for joining us #nt2t
    In reply to @MrRussoRH
  • cybraryman1 Mar 25 @ 9:30 AM EDT
    My Questioning Techniques page https://t.co/h52WunllwZ #nt2t I successfully used What if? Here is one I worked on...
  • JaimeDonally Mar 25 @ 9:30 AM EDT
    A4 Questions can be used in a fun way rather than just pencil and paper. I liked using games to Q students or have a scavenger hunt #NT2t
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:30 AM EDT
    You will never offend me. Go Head. #nt2t
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @itsmeSpiri
  • TheProblemBot Mar 25 @ 9:30 AM EDT
    #nt2t Prince Charles Visits Westminster attack have a long years #FoxNewsUS
  • butterfli820 Mar 25 @ 9:30 AM EDT
    Great chat! Glad you are here! #nt2t
    In reply to @Celia_Dumbra
  • MrRussoRH Mar 25 @ 9:30 AM EDT
    good morning!!! 🌞 #nt2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • FarleyJeffrey Mar 25 @ 9:30 AM EDT
    A4) Actually, the same process evoked by the "worksheet" I attached to my answer to Q2, but with groups. #nt2t #debate #argument
    • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:27 AM EDT
      Q4: How can using test questions be used in class to to deepen understanding and strengthen engagement? #Nt2t
  • ImTheRealReRe Mar 25 @ 9:30 AM EDT
    @MrRussoRH let them express their ideas and have a voice. #nt2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant, @MrRussoRH
  • jessxbo Mar 25 @ 9:30 AM EDT
    the kids seriously are obsessed (me too!) They get so excited when they walk in and see it's edcamp day. #nt2t
    In reply to @JaimeDonally
  • MrsShorr Mar 25 @ 9:30 AM EDT
    A4 Have Ss create the test questions! Then work with a partner or group to solve and discuss ##nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:31 AM EDT
    A4.b #nt2t Rewording test questions for me especially, open-ended questions gets them pondering on what is important topics for the unit.
  • TheLegitTeacher Mar 25 @ 9:31 AM EDT
    @FeBloodgood welcome #nt2t
    In reply to @FeBloodgood
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:31 AM EDT
    I agree. I also love them to see the big picture so I have more open-ended, Student-driven assessments #nt2t
    In reply to @JGross_17
  • FeBloodgood Mar 25 @ 9:31 AM EDT
    A4: TQs that r essential questions 4 the topic can b used 2 get ss 2 the lvl of understanding they need 2 b & keep them engaged #nt2t
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:31 AM EDT
    Happy birthday to you, Happy birthday to you, Happy birthday dear @itsmeSpiri Happy Birthday to you. 🍰🍨🍷💕💜 #nt2t
    In reply to @itsmeSpiri
  • JGross_17 Mar 25 @ 9:31 AM EDT
    Students always seem to remember things they've constructed or built better than pencil and paper tests. #nt2t
  • jschwartzcen Mar 25 @ 9:31 AM EDT
    #nt2t Morning from Manitoba. We will be doing Genius Hour this term to give choice to their learning.
  • ImTheRealReRe Mar 25 @ 9:31 AM EDT
    Reahna from Jacksonville 16 sophomore future chorus teacher #Nt2t
  • edu_ivers Mar 25 @ 9:31 AM EDT
    #nt2t @GruntledChalkie @shyj @teresagross625 Carl it is very different! Applewood Bacon tends to be really crispy like a packet of Crisps.
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @shyj, @teresagross625
  • JaimeDonally Mar 25 @ 9:31 AM EDT
    great to connect Beckett! Global connections are awesome #nt2t
    In reply to @BeckettHaight
  • dinamoati Mar 25 @ 9:31 AM EDT
    great idea and also using speed geeking formats or ignite talks #nt2t
    In reply to @jessxbo
  • CHitch94 Mar 25 @ 9:31 AM EDT
    A4) Was just thinking the other day that I should add some practice ?s in each lesson. Now have self-assmt after every other lesson. #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:31 AM EDT
    A4: I wld approach "test" questions as "knowledge checks" which encourage Ss to complete so they can check own understanding & reflect #NT2t
  • KarlyMoura Mar 25 @ 9:32 AM EDT
    A4 Have the students write the questions for each other. Use their creation as the assessment. #nt2t
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:32 AM EDT
    Right. Well you are too wise and experienced to be 29. No where near my age so not 49 I'll vote 39. #nt2t
    In reply to @teresagross625, @itsmeSpiri
  • stephensonmused Mar 25 @ 9:32 AM EDT
    Q4a) Occasionally, I will ask Ss at the beginning of the test review, "What ?s or kinds of ?s do you think I'll ask you on the test?" #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:32 AM EDT
    #nt2t Great point. Practice read and unpacking the verbs is so important- they need to dissect the questions to answer
    In reply to @teresagross625
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:32 AM EDT
    There you go #nt2t
    In reply to @edu_ivers, @shyj, @teresagross625
  • CHitch94 Mar 25 @ 9:32 AM EDT
    A4) I used to give practice test ?s when teaching f2f as was good for content learning as well as test taking skill development. #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:32 AM EDT
    #nt2t Good Morning Thank you for joining us this morning
    In reply to @butterfli820
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:33 AM EDT
    You are correct! 40 in June. #nt2t
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @itsmeSpiri
  • JaimeDonally Mar 25 @ 9:33 AM EDT
    the enthusiasm of teachers at edcamps are probably no where near our student enthusiasm! Would love to learn more #nt2t
    In reply to @jessxbo
  • butterfli820 Mar 25 @ 9:33 AM EDT
    We have an edible garden at our school. The kids grow veggies we serve in the cafeteria. :) #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj, @GruntledChalkie
  • stephensonmused Mar 25 @ 9:33 AM EDT
    Q4b) This activity fosters thinking about both the content & the assessment itself, before they even take it! #nt2t
  • tweetgoji Mar 25 @ 9:33 AM EDT
    #nt2t A4: We actually renamed chapter titles as core questions and goals of each unit, and at the EOY Ss get to choose their faves to answer
  • jschwartzcen Mar 25 @ 9:33 AM EDT
    #nt2t I get teams of ss to plan activities in our class.
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:33 AM EDT
    I love when they find how challenging it is. Especially MC. #nt2t
    In reply to @KarlyMoura
  • RossAbigailG Mar 25 @ 9:33 AM EDT
    A4 Test questions can be answered in class through class discussion. This deepens Ss understanding and allow Ts to guide tp Answer. #nt2t
  • JGross_17 Mar 25 @ 9:33 AM EDT
    Love the idea of students writing their own test questions. #nt2t
  • HarMath Mar 25 @ 9:33 AM EDT
    #nt2t A4:
  • MrRussoRH Mar 25 @ 9:33 AM EDT
    A4:kick off new learning, dipstick understanding, serve as a prompt to write and/or think about material,guide Ss to create their own. #nt2t
  • triciafreyes Mar 25 @ 9:33 AM EDT
    A4 In ELA we look at editing test questions then use our writer's journal to make revisions 4 deeper underatanding. #nt2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:33 AM EDT
    Good Morning John #nt2t
    In reply to @jschwartzcen
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:34 AM EDT
    Q5: How can you use questioning to build a community feel in your classroom, to spawn cooperation and collaboration? #NT2t
  • ImTheRealReRe Mar 25 @ 9:34 AM EDT
    A4: to show s's what they can expect and what strategies to use to answer questions. #nt2t
  • TheLegitTeacher Mar 25 @ 9:34 AM EDT
    A4: question chats, discussing the question, figuring out what is being asked what skill is being tested. What strategies to use. #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:34 AM EDT
    Hello I am happy to see you this morning #nt2t
    In reply to @ImTheRealReRe
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:34 AM EDT
    I think it is so wonderful Jessie! Maybe check #edcamp website & send tweets using # when they take place to connect? #NT2t
    In reply to @jessxbo
  • mgrosstaylor Mar 25 @ 9:34 AM EDT
    🌟Join #EduGladiators this am w/my friend @jprofNB wrapping up the 4Cs of Success w/COLLABORATION! #satchat #leadupchat #ASCD17 #nt2t
  • JaimeDonally Mar 25 @ 9:34 AM EDT
    love this! Fantastic way to learn. Speed geeking 😂😂😂 #nt2t
    In reply to @dinamoati, @jessxbo
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:34 AM EDT
    In IB-MYP we have factual, conceptual and debatable questions. #nt2t
    In reply to @RossAbigailG
  • hturk139 - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:34 AM EDT
    A5: My Ss, mostly ELLs, have TONS of Qs and I love to answer them and relate their learning to their experiences. #nt2t
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:35 AM EDT
    If I didn't get the 7 hint, I would have gone for 35. 1977. I was starting High School. #nt2t
    In reply to @teresagross625, @itsmeSpiri
  • jessxbo Mar 25 @ 9:35 AM EDT
    A4: I try to incorporate as many standardized testing-esque questions into our everyday as possible. Just so they're not blindsighted #nt2t
  • jenn_mills24 Mar 25 @ 9:35 AM EDT
    A5: I do "Think, Pair, Share" a lot to get them thinking and gain confidence. #NT2t
  • TheLegitTeacher Mar 25 @ 9:35 AM EDT
    A4b: leaving the answer blank focusing solely on the question. #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:35 AM EDT
    #nt2t I love that turn of phrase- knowledge checks- sounds unintimidating more mindful
    In reply to @shyj
  • edu_ivers Mar 25 @ 9:35 AM EDT
    #nt2t Neuroscience sayd the more ways they can anchor memory of learning, better recall.Made it & explained it - multiple anchors
    In reply to @JGross_17
  • KarlyMoura Mar 25 @ 9:35 AM EDT
    For sure. Have them create it using Google forms. It's not as easy as they think! #nt2t
    In reply to @teresagross625
  • butterfli820 Mar 25 @ 9:35 AM EDT
    I've been doing a lot of #breakoutedu in my library. I love making my own puzzles for the Ss that go w/books! #nt2t
    In reply to @KarlyMoura, @breakoutEDU
  • teresagross625 Mar 25 @ 9:35 AM EDT
    @ChouinardJahant Excellent chat! Have a wonderful weekend! #nt2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • hturk139 - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:35 AM EDT
    A5: The other day we unexpectedly learned about bones, joints, and the job of bones...1st grade...b/c a S wondered how many she had. #nt2t
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:35 AM EDT
    Love it. My VCAL students are building an edible garden for local primary school as their measurement assessment #nt2t
    In reply to @butterfli820, @shyj
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:36 AM EDT
    A5 #nt2t Ques as a group encourages competition which in turn sparks engagement & focus. Allowing collaoration strengthens relationships.
  • KarlyMoura Mar 25 @ 9:36 AM EDT
    Totally!!!! #nt2t
    In reply to @butterfli820, @breakoutEDU
  • JGross_17 Mar 25 @ 9:36 AM EDT
    A5: Give all Ss the opportunity to ask questions. Those who aren't confident in large groups will be likely to ask in small groups. #nt2t
  • dinamoati Mar 25 @ 9:36 AM EDT
    yes, empowerment, autonomy and collaboration. #nt2t
    In reply to @JaimeDonally, @jessxbo
  • HarMath Mar 25 @ 9:36 AM EDT
    #nt2t A5:
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:36 AM EDT
    #nt2t we are having student led Edcamps on biomes next week- Ss currently decorating our classrooms- so excited
    In reply to @JaimeDonally, @jessxbo
  • ImTheRealReRe Mar 25 @ 9:36 AM EDT
    I do work independently in class. Wasn't really sure how to answer that because I'm not a teacher #nt2t
    • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:13 AM EDT
      Q2: What activities do you do in your class that foster independent problem-solving and ponderance? #Nt2t
  • TheLegitTeacher Mar 25 @ 9:36 AM EDT
    Q5: have Ss create their own #nt2t
  • CHitch94 Mar 25 @ 9:36 AM EDT
    I think this is great practice. Helps Ss really think about what was really important in lessons/unit. #nt2t
    In reply to @stephensonmused
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:36 AM EDT
    ITried doing same thing but we weren't permitted to serve at schl. Turned it into a summer school class #NT2t
    In reply to @butterfli820, @GruntledChalkie
  • HarMath Mar 25 @ 9:37 AM EDT
    #nt2t A5: cont' with examples
  • MrRussoRH Mar 25 @ 9:37 AM EDT
    A4.1:additionally, spiraling ?s over time can improve recall as well as deepen understanding of the concept in light of new learning. #nt2t
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:37 AM EDT
    That's OK. Most people put me in my 60s. It's the lack of hair. #nt2t Hair changes a lot of perceptions
    In reply to @teresagross625, @itsmeSpiri
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:37 AM EDT
    #nt2t Great point. The more Ss see the content in various ways & forms the more comfortable they get with it.
    In reply to @RossAbigailG
  • itsmeSpiri Mar 25 @ 9:37 AM EDT
    Thank you my beautiful friend 😘❤ Miss you #NT2t
    In reply to @teresagross625
  • mjjohnson1216 Mar 25 @ 9:38 AM EDT
    Have to run ... have a marvelous Saturday! #NT2T
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:38 AM EDT
    I let them and they create community assessments we use for quizzes. #nt2t
    In reply to @JGross_17
  • BeckettHaight Mar 25 @ 9:38 AM EDT
    #nt2t .... I agree. This always wakes me up when a presenter or teacher asks a Q
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • HarMath Mar 25 @ 9:38 AM EDT
    #nt2t A5: continued with examples
  • JaimeDonally Mar 25 @ 9:38 AM EDT
    A5 @breakoutEDU does a great job of creating Qs to support collaboration and team building. I always strive to build community #nt2t
    In reply to @breakoutEDU
  • RossAbigailG Mar 25 @ 9:38 AM EDT
    A5 Let all students speak. Make your classroom a safe space by encouraging students so they feel comfortable answering and sharing #nt2t
  • tweetgoji Mar 25 @ 9:38 AM EDT
    #nt2t A5: Creat an "assembly line" of Q's! Each small group has individual problems to solve, but they're also accountable to the whole!
  • edu_ivers Mar 25 @ 9:39 AM EDT
    Huge difference. Ditto with Coffee. You choose what type here. Flat White, Cappuccino, Latte...#nt2t
    In reply to @shyj, @GruntledChalkie, @teresagross625
  • stephensonmused Mar 25 @ 9:39 AM EDT
    A5) I think my answers for Q4 fit this question, too (Ss responsibility & ownership in test formation) #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:39 AM EDT
    A5: I love using questioning as a brainstorming activity (real brainstorming tho) to build community & respect for each other #NT2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:39 AM EDT
    Thank you Teresa for coming. Have a great weekend! #nt2t
    In reply to @teresagross625
  • KarlyMoura Mar 25 @ 9:39 AM EDT
    #nt2t
  • Celia_Dumbra Mar 25 @ 9:39 AM EDT
    #NT2T Absolutely! Ss remember the Qs they got wrong and forget the Qs they got right.
    • leahbteaching Mar 25 @ 9:34 AM EDT
      I like the idea of using missed questions as exit tickets
      In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • giveawaykeza Mar 25 @ 9:39 AM EDT
    #nt2t A5: Creat an "assembly line" of Q's! Each small group has individual problems to solve, but they're also accountable to the whole!
  • CHitch94 Mar 25 @ 9:39 AM EDT
    And, with older Ss, backchanneling or other methods (disc board) allows those who require more thinking time to participate #nt2t
    In reply to @JGross_17
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:39 AM EDT
    I'm a cappuccino here #nt2t
    In reply to @edu_ivers, @shyj, @teresagross625
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:40 AM EDT
    You bet! So many edcamps happen, may as well connect w/ Ts who are attending & spread ur idea! #NT2t
    In reply to @jessxbo
  • FeBloodgood Mar 25 @ 9:40 AM EDT
    A5: qs can be used 2 group ss & hve them talk it out 2 come up w/a solu, or hve ss ask qs about the subject & probs they think r tough #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:40 AM EDT
    #nt2t A student run interactive world wall lets them add and collaborate to see the big picture
    In reply to @MrRussoRH
  • jessxbo Mar 25 @ 9:40 AM EDT
    that's going to be AWESOME! Keep us posted about it! #nt2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant, @JaimeDonally
  • RossAbigailG Mar 25 @ 9:40 AM EDT
    A5 Let all students speak Make your classroom a safe space by encouraging students so they feel comfortable answering #nt2t
  • JaimeDonally Mar 25 @ 9:40 AM EDT
    wow! Would love for you to share that out & tag @EdChangeGlobal @globalmaker to share with global classrooms #nt2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant, @jessxbo, @EdChangeGlobal, @globalmaker
  • JoyKirr Mar 25 @ 9:41 AM EDT
    My fave #geniushour res: https://t.co/G8bTCecWQE & https://t.co/UuziMSvnbW https://t.co/LHL1QTRJ5i #celi17 #NT2T Includes @ajjuliani ideas!
    In reply to @ajjuliani
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:41 AM EDT
    #nt2t I try to ask a crazy one this gets them focused and a little confused but all eyes are on me
    In reply to @BeckettHaight
  • MrRussoRH Mar 25 @ 9:41 AM EDT
    A5: games or discovery opportunity. Always loved using jigsaws, even w/ ?s. Mutual responsibility w/ numbered heads together too. #nt2t
  • itsmeSpiri Mar 25 @ 9:42 AM EDT
    I still get carded 🙄 #nt2t
    In reply to @teresagross625, @GruntledChalkie
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:42 AM EDT
    Getting to know our students- How can we build relationships daily? #NT2t
  • dinamoati Mar 25 @ 9:42 AM EDT
    check out @answerthepublic and how it helps Ss form questions #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj, @answerthepublic
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:42 AM EDT
    We invite students to attend #edcampSTL LOVE their insights! #NT2t
    In reply to @JaimeDonally, @ChouinardJahant, @jessxbo
  • MrRussoRH Mar 25 @ 9:42 AM EDT
    yes!!! What a great way to add words they deem important!!!👍🏼 #nt2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:42 AM EDT
    First yr grp of Ss volunteered to help run the day. Second yr they wanted to attend sessions #NT2t
    In reply to @JaimeDonally, @ChouinardJahant, @jessxbo
  • butterfli820 Mar 25 @ 9:42 AM EDT
    We just added a hydroponic tower garden this past week. It is in the cafeteria. It is the coolest thing. #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj, @GruntledChalkie
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:43 AM EDT
    It is a great way to review without the stress or embarrassment #nt2t they collaborate to figure out why? They missed it.
    In reply to @leahbteaching
  • RossAbigailG Mar 25 @ 9:43 AM EDT
    A6 Don't limit your questions to just academics. Build relationships by asking them questions about their interests. #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:43 AM EDT
    Thanks for sharing Dina! Will definitely check it out! How are you friend? #NT2t
    In reply to @dinamoati, @answerthepublic
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:43 AM EDT
    #nt2t Definitely
    In reply to @jessxbo, @JaimeDonally
  • jessxbo Mar 25 @ 9:43 AM EDT
    omg what a great idea. I'm going to see if I can do that with the Tampa one! #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj, @JaimeDonally, @ChouinardJahant
  • HarMath Mar 25 @ 9:43 AM EDT
    #nt2t My tweetdeck is working intermittently, I think I'll need to reboot. Not all tweets showing up. Thanks for a great chat team.
  • JGross_17 Mar 25 @ 9:43 AM EDT
    A6: Ask questions and find out what they are personally interested in and tie that to learning. #nt2t
  • edu_ivers Mar 25 @ 9:43 AM EDT
    #nt2t When first landed at LAX tried to order Flat White at Café while waiting next flight. Mistake
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @shyj, @teresagross625
  • dinamoati Mar 25 @ 9:44 AM EDT
    love using https://t.co/E6jZ6QDvDA to help with the process, they have excellent templates. #nt2t
    In reply to @triciafreyes, @ChouinardJahant
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:44 AM EDT
    Ooo- looks really cool!!!! #NT2t
    In reply to @dinamoati, @answerthepublic
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:44 AM EDT
    Will do. We are going to video too #nt2t
    In reply to @JaimeDonally, @jessxbo, @EdChangeGlobal, @globalmaker
  • itsmeSpiri Mar 25 @ 9:44 AM EDT
    A5) Learn most about Ss during morning meetings, writers workshop, just hanging w/ them & talking to them, observing too #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:44 AM EDT
    This is why I love Twitter and my PLN #NT2t
    • DoerDi Mar 25 @ 9:42 AM EDT
      Great news Carl! Best wishes to her and your family. #nextchapter #bfc530 has lots of NJ Ts who can B there if needed
      In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @shyj
  • GruntledChalkie Mar 25 @ 9:44 AM EDT
    Love it. One of the boys suggested having a hanging herb garden on a dull wall #nt2t
    In reply to @butterfli820, @shyj
  • BeckettHaight Mar 25 @ 9:44 AM EDT
    A6: I try to note observations I make (amongst other data) into a student Excel sheet so I can remember their interests #nt2t
  • dinamoati Mar 25 @ 9:44 AM EDT
    right? And the questions are hyperlinked to search engines. #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj, @answerthepublic
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:45 AM EDT
    A6 #nt2t Get to know your SS well. I have 1-min check-in's every week w/ every stu. We discuss science, goals, their interests, anything.
  • JaimeDonally Mar 25 @ 9:45 AM EDT
    sure! I share with Ts now, but I've done a Fraction Carnival w/ Ss created games, Egg hunts w/ math problems, etc #nt2t
    In reply to @leahbteaching
  • MrRussoRH Mar 25 @ 9:45 AM EDT
    A6:ask Ss to pose ?s to the class that they're interested in finding out more about, school related or not. Builds rapport & interest!#nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:46 AM EDT
    #nt2t We already in my room have had a few #Edcamps This is a grade level sci one- loving how Ss are engaged
    In reply to @shyj, @JaimeDonally, @jessxbo
  • tweetgoji Mar 25 @ 9:46 AM EDT
    #nt2t A6: Always good to personalize... If discussing Sinclair's The Jungle, for example, ask them to share their favorite food first! 😂
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:46 AM EDT
    It was amazing! The Ss were extremely helpful & really got into the event. Treasured voices! #NT2t
    In reply to @jessxbo, @JaimeDonally, @ChouinardJahant
  • edu_ivers Mar 25 @ 9:46 AM EDT
    He just looked puzzled and held up a pot of brewed coffee. #nt2t
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @shyj, @teresagross625
  • CHitch94 Mar 25 @ 9:46 AM EDT
    I did this in a non-tech way back in the day - had Ss answer some ?s on index cards that I kept & could refer to. #nt2t
    In reply to @BeckettHaight
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:46 AM EDT
    #nt2t Thank you Fred
    In reply to @HarMath
  • dinamoati Mar 25 @ 9:46 AM EDT
    I love using learner inventory" especially when we purposefully weave in self-assessments. #nt2t
    In reply to @RossAbigailG
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:47 AM EDT
    A6.b The best thing I have implemented- 1-min check-in's- shy Ss are more interactive, restless Ss more focused, it truly works. #nt2t
  • jschwartzcen Mar 25 @ 9:47 AM EDT
    #nt2t It really is all about building relationships. If you show interest in what they have to say, they will open up.
  • CHitch94 Mar 25 @ 9:47 AM EDT
    Think that has really helped some of my history Ss - they pick a historical theme or ess ? that speaks to them. #nt2t
    In reply to @tweetgoji
  • MrsShorr Mar 25 @ 9:47 AM EDT
    A6 Ss write on Mon about their weekends. I learn more about them & can incorporate real world topics that matter to them into ?s. ##nt2t
  • BeckettHaight Mar 25 @ 9:47 AM EDT
    I'm sure you hear the darndest things too! #nt2t
    In reply to @MrRussoRH
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:48 AM EDT
    I love to just hang w/ them too- tell jokes, laugh & play games best way to bond is to look them in the eye & listen #nt2t
    In reply to @itsmeSpiri
  • phhscience Mar 25 @ 9:48 AM EDT
    Tt - Ss relationships are very important Ss work harder for Tt they like #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:48 AM EDT
    I can't tell u how exciting it is for us veteran Ts to have new Ts join us. We learn so much from you! #NT2t
    In reply to @FeBloodgood
  • jschwartzcen Mar 25 @ 9:48 AM EDT
    #nt2t A6: Every week we start out by setting a goal for what we want to work at and at end of week we debrief to see how we did.
  • MrRussoRH Mar 25 @ 9:48 AM EDT
    A6.1: use of current events/sports /etc to spark conversations and questions as well. #nt2t
  • BeckettHaight Mar 25 @ 9:48 AM EDT
    Good Idea. It could be one of those 1 min warm up/sponge activites to get them ready #nt2t
    In reply to @tweetgoji
  • JaimeDonally Mar 25 @ 9:49 AM EDT
    Great job @ChouinardJahant moderating #nt2t We definitely need growth in Q strategies! Thanks for sharing :)
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:49 AM EDT
    Hey friends, let's help @FeBloodgood and make suggestions for her! #NT2t
    In reply to @FeBloodgood
    • FeBloodgood Mar 25 @ 9:47 AM EDT
      Please feel free to recommend any other chats or teaching tips, it's very appreciated.
      In reply to @shyj
  • jessxbo Mar 25 @ 9:49 AM EDT
    Omg I got so caught up in talking edcamps, I forgot to read the other questions!😂 #NT2t
  • stephensonmused Mar 25 @ 9:49 AM EDT
    A6a) Require Ss to formulate ?s to ask of peers in the presentation component of a meaningful project. #nt2t
  • CHitch94 Mar 25 @ 9:49 AM EDT
    Ss won't care about what you want to teach them unless they know you care about them. #nt2t
    In reply to @phhscience
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:50 AM EDT
    #nt2t Thank you for your insight.
    In reply to @JaimeDonally
  • stephensonmused Mar 25 @ 9:50 AM EDT
    A6b) Caveat: Shouldn't all projects, though, be meaningful? :) #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:50 AM EDT
    A6: Best way to build relationships: look at your Ss when you are talking WITH them- NO MULTITASKING. Show u care by ur actions. #NT2t
  • jschwartzcen Mar 25 @ 9:50 AM EDT
    #nt2t A6: We do bucket filling where we fill out a paper to compliment that person - in our class or in another one.
  • CHitch94 Mar 25 @ 9:50 AM EDT
    #scitlap (for science Ts who are interested in @burgessdave Teach Like a Pirate philosophy). #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj, @FeBloodgood, @burgessdave
  • jessxbo Mar 25 @ 9:50 AM EDT
    A5:culture is EVERYTHING. From day 1 I try to make students feel comfortable making mistakes. We have something to learn from everyone #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:51 AM EDT
    Q7: Circle of questioning, how can we guide our students to write their own questions to help them become more independent learners? #NT2t
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:51 AM EDT
    I would hope so David! #NT2t
    In reply to @stephensonmused
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:51 AM EDT
    #nt2t These chats inspire me weekly #engagechat #tlap #twotcw #kidsdeserveit #caringclassroom #edugladiators #satchatwc
    In reply to @FeBloodgood, @shyj
  • DoerDi Mar 25 @ 9:51 AM EDT
    @GruntledChalkie Together we are ONE. #NT2t
    In reply to @shyj, @GruntledChalkie
  • CHitch94 Mar 25 @ 9:52 AM EDT
    A7) Big fan of the @RightQuestion methods though still trying to figure out how to implement in online asynch environment. #nt2t
    In reply to @RightQuestion
  • phhscience Mar 25 @ 9:52 AM EDT
    Tt - Ss relationship improve the Ss willingness to please the Tt #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:52 AM EDT
    #nt2t I agree- mindful, Meaningful & purposeful
    In reply to @stephensonmused
  • stephensonmused Mar 25 @ 9:52 AM EDT
    I love doing this with current music-relate events/news #nt2t
    In reply to @MrRussoRH
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:53 AM EDT
    A7 #nt2t Reflection reflection reflection. Have them write their reflections through questioning and it will become 2nd nature for them.
  • edu_ivers Mar 25 @ 9:53 AM EDT
    #nt2t From memory it's Crema Cafe at Harvard Square. They do Cappuccino & Latte too.
    In reply to @shyj, @GruntledChalkie, @teresagross625
  • BeckettHaight Mar 25 @ 9:53 AM EDT
    That is so true...I was just thinking how it sometimes takes me a min. to get out of teacher mode #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • MrRussoRH Mar 25 @ 9:53 AM EDT
    it would be awesome to take that to Twitter (class/indvl) to reflect what Ss are wondering/learning about in class! #nt2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • JGross_17 Mar 25 @ 9:53 AM EDT
    A7: Writing their questions down makes them more real. #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:53 AM EDT
    Yes, and we are #BetterTogether globally! #NT2t
    In reply to @DoerDi, @GruntledChalkie
  • CHitch94 Mar 25 @ 9:54 AM EDT
    The book Make Just One Change outlines the Question Formulation Technique: https://t.co/h6yXNtr0n5 Highly recommend. #nt2t
  • FeBloodgood Mar 25 @ 9:54 AM EDT
    A6: Find out ur ss interests. Talk to them & ask educational qs related 2 the subject matter. Get ss engaged & curious about 'how&why' #nt2t
  • MrsShorr Mar 25 @ 9:54 AM EDT
    A7 Ss must understand the objectives. Only then will they know if they're making progress & recognize what they still need to work on #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:54 AM EDT
    Yes please! It is so disrespectful. Kids deserve to be listened to with compassion and empathy, open ears & hearts! #NT2t
    In reply to @jessxbo
  • DrHarrisonMcCoy Mar 25 @ 9:55 AM EDT
    Get ready to boost your classroom creativity level with Design Thinking, #txeduchat, Sunday night, March 26, 8-9 p.m. #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:55 AM EDT
    #nt2t That is a great idea. A goal is to bring my class blog more global w/ twitter, skype etc. podcasting too on you tube
    In reply to @MrRussoRH
  • JGross_17 Mar 25 @ 9:55 AM EDT
    @MrsShorr Yes! Help them understand how to ask questions to assess whether they understand the objectives. #NT2T
    In reply to @MrsShorr, @MrsShorr
  • BeckettHaight Mar 25 @ 9:55 AM EDT
    A7: The first thing that pops to mind is using sentence starters or cloze sentences #nt2t
  • tweetgoji Mar 25 @ 9:55 AM EDT
    #nt2t A7: Play "Stump the Teacher" Ss design their own content questions to ask the T (and personalize their learning in the process)
  • RossAbigailG Mar 25 @ 9:55 AM EDT
    A7 Have Ss write questions at the end of lessons (T checks 4 understanding). They can use those questions as a study guide for tests. #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:55 AM EDT
    #nt2t Great choice- great minds think alike- I am reading this book too!
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:56 AM EDT
    Yeah, need to switch to "human mode" so we really listen for understanding. #NT2t
    In reply to @BeckettHaight
  • edu_ivers Mar 25 @ 9:56 AM EDT
    #nt2t Congratulations Carl I'm sure you will all enjoy the experience
    In reply to @GruntledChalkie, @DoerDi, @shyj
  • CHitch94 Mar 25 @ 9:56 AM EDT
    Could be an exit slip activity - what is one ? you have about today's class/topic/lesson? #nt2t
    In reply to @RossAbigailG
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:57 AM EDT
    #nt2t So true .Our school has adopted the 5 Fundamentals- our boards have We will... and I will.. statements for Ss daily
    In reply to @MrsShorr
  • MrRussoRH Mar 25 @ 9:57 AM EDT
    A7: explicitly teach Ss how to think critically & what ?s to ask to understand & go deeper. Model/practice & make part of daily class. #nt2t
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:58 AM EDT
    Challenge: Post a question you have had recently about education. Tweet it two or three people in this chat and include the hashtag #NT2T.
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:58 AM EDT
    A7: Love when Ts assign HW of writing questions abt content (I used Q-matrix-write 1 Q for each quadrant).Next day used Qs for review #NT2t
  • MrRussoRH Mar 25 @ 9:58 AM EDT
    YouTube would be awesome!!! Blogging too!!! #NT2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:58 AM EDT
    #nt2t It is funny you said that- in our 1- min check ins we play that- they have only stumped me a few times- its a competition
    In reply to @tweetgoji
  • Doctor_Harves Mar 25 @ 9:58 AM EDT
    #NT2t been a while too. Michael, kiwi in China
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:58 AM EDT
    Yes, just need to be aware of culture of Ss, some would not like this approach. #NT2t
    In reply to @tweetgoji, @jessxbo
  • ChouinardJahant Mar 25 @ 9:59 AM EDT
    Thank you so much for joining me #nt2t this was an amazing chat! You are all such eduheroes it is awesome! Have a great weekend.
  • CHitch94 Mar 25 @ 9:59 AM EDT
    Thanks for another awesome #nt2t chat! Lots of great ideas shared. Have a wonderful weekend everyone!
  • edu_ivers Mar 25 @ 9:59 AM EDT
    #nt2t This might help. It's near Harvard Extension School & Harvard Graduate School of Education
    In reply to @shyj, @GruntledChalkie, @teresagross625
  • shyj - Moderator Mar 25 @ 9:59 AM EDT
    Please help me thank @ChouinardJahant for creating such an amazing chat for us today! You ROCKED IT Melissa! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 #NT2t
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant