#2ndaryELA Archive

#2ndaryELA is a group of middle and high school English Language Arts teachers looking to share ideas and best practices. We chat every Tuesday night at 8 pm EST using #2ndaryELA. We'd love for you to join us!

Tuesday April 25, 2017
8:00 PM EDT

davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Hi #2ndaryELA folks! I'll be part of the conversation tonight :) What and where do you teach? Include a link to your blog if you have one.
davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:01 PM EDT

I'm Dave Stuart Jr., and I teach high school students in MI. My blog is https://t.co/s0YHp3u4dE #2ndaryELA
davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:01 PM EDT

I'm Dave Stuart Jr., and I teach high school students in MI. My blog is https://t.co/7PfPMNo80o #2ndaryELA
literarymaven - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:02 PM EDT

I'm Brynn Allison, chat co-host. 8 yrs teaching HS English & reading interventions in Philly. Blog: https://t.co/cyx1WlwPgI #2ndaryELA
2peasandadog - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Don't forget: use #2ndaryELA on responses & replies 2 others, label yr responses w/A1, A2, & follow anyone chatting w/us 2night
2peasandadog - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hello Everyone! Kristy, co-host. Canadian middle school teacher. I blog at https://t.co/4oVU89COk3 #2ndaryELA
tealpaperclip Apr 25 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Excited for the #2ndaryELA chat tonight. I'm Krisanna. I teach 10th & 11th ELA in Arkansas.
2peasandadog - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Tonight’s chat will be hosted by @davestuartjr so look for questions coming from him. #2ndaryELA
techmindedteach Apr 25 @ 8:03 PM EDT

I'm Tziri Lamm. I teach HS English in a private school in NYC. #2ndaryELA
yWords_English Apr 25 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hi everyone! I'm Yevett Word. I teach ELA 11, APLang, & ESL 9th-12th at Oxford High in Alabama. #2ndaryela
2peasandadog - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:04 PM EDT

#2ndaryELA our Facebook group is 5000+ members strong. Join us to continue the conversation all week long. https://t.co/5Vm1hu3Eqs
missweibler Apr 25 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi everybody! I teach 6th grade ELA in Chicago suburbs. #2ndaryELA
tealpaperclip Apr 25 @ 8:04 PM EDT

#2ndaryELA I blog over at https://t.co/R6yyyzJxBb 😀
newman_oneika Apr 25 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi! I'm O'neika - 7th grade ELA teacher NYC #2ndaryELA
davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1: Have you tried using AOTW in your classrooms? Why or why not? Your experiences? #2ndaryELA
audrawdavis Apr 25 @ 8:05 PM EDT

I'm Audra, a sixth grade ELA teacher in south GA. #2ndaryela
2peasandadog - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Yes! I love AOTW. I use it almost weekly. I change up the assignment so students are not writing full responses each week. #2ndaryELA
- davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:05 PM EDT
  
  Q1: Have you tried using AOTW in your classrooms? Why or why not? Your experiences? #2ndaryELA
amberh00ks Apr 25 @ 8:06 PM EDT

I'm Amber, learning coach from Huntsville Texas #2ndaryELA
techmindedteach Apr 25 @ 8:06 PM EDT

I'm a big fan of your work @davestuartjr - tried AOW but struggled to find time for it #2ndaryELA
newman_oneika Apr 25 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1: This year was the first for me to start the AOTW. I live for it. I love pairing literary texts with nonfiction current events #2ndaryELA
newman_oneika Apr 25 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: I've made adaptations to the AOTW to fit my needs and students' learning. #2ndaryELA
davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Q1: I have been using AOW for quite awhile. Wrote about my journey here: https://t.co/kIwlGWroZ6 #2ndaryELA
davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Q1: I have been using AOW for quite awhile. Wrote about my journey here: https://t.co/lo5F7REgKi #2ndaryELA
tealpaperclip Apr 25 @ 8:08 PM EDT

#2ndaryELA Q1 I use AOTW in all of my classes. I love the real world connection and how I can use it for so many different skills. Love it!
missweibler Apr 25 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Use AOTW every other week, less at end of year. It's been so helpful for teaching Ss how to structure paragraphs w/ evidence #2ndaryELA
yWords_English Apr 25 @ 8:09 PM EDT
A1 I have but I call it reader response journal. I started using it w/ my APLang students 1st &now I find it useful even in ESL. #2ndaryELA
- davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:05 PM EDT
  
  Q1: Have you tried using AOTW in your classrooms? Why or why not? Your experiences? #2ndaryELA
audrawdavis Apr 25 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1- Not yet- Researched it some, but wasn't sure it was doable with my 6th graders. Hoping to start fresh next school year. #2ndaryela
2peasandadog - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:10 PM EDT

AOTW Responses include: graphic organizers, written responses, annotations only and peer selected AOTW #2ndaryELA
In reply to @techmindedteach
davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Q2: Share your best tips for managing this heavy marking load. #2ndaryELA
AssignmentHelpN Apr 25 @ 8:10 PM EDT

#edulive #2ndaryELA #5thchat #ASCDL2L #busedu #DI4ALL 9 Points Professors Look for in a Term Paper https://t.co/TIlvLrRta3
2peasandadog - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:10 PM EDT

I think if you pick the right article it would be great for 6th graders. #2ndaryELA
In reply to @audrawdavis
tealpaperclip Apr 25 @ 8:10 PM EDT

#2ndaryELA Q1 I've used Gallagher's content, but I've also used @Newsela to differentiate with current events articles.
missweibler Apr 25 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Pairing AOTW with current events or what we are reading in literature has been awesome! #2ndaryELA
In reply to @newman_oneika
2peasandadog - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A2: Don't assign a full "essay" response each week. Use a variety of response types. Also mark using a rubric. #2ndaryELA
yWords_English Apr 25 @ 8:12 PM EDT
I find it helps my APLang students broaden their real-world knowledge too! "APLang students have to know stuff about stuff!" #2ndaryELA
- tealpaperclip Apr 25 @ 8:08 PM EDT
  
  #2ndaryELA Q1 I use AOTW in all of my classes. I love the real world connection and how I can use it for so many different skills. Love it!
davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2: Best advice on grading load: first, grade based on purpose of assignment: https://t.co/Gutkv64Kk9 #2ndaryELA
davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2: Best advice on grading load: first, grade based on purpose of assignment: https://t.co/of626WhWXO #2ndaryELA
davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Q2 - 2nd tip, if purpose is knowledge building (like Gallagher's) grade very quickly (like Gallagher): https://t.co/purCiy4zRi #2ndaryELA
davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Q2 - 2nd tip, if purpose is knowledge building (like Gallagher's) grade very quickly (like Gallagher): https://t.co/oVChyUGZiy #2ndaryELA
newman_oneika Apr 25 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2: I've adapted a rubric for marking. I incorporate summarizing by "tweeting" and testing knowledge through multiple choice #2ndaryELA
tealpaperclip Apr 25 @ 8:13 PM EDT

#2ndaryELA Q2 I use rubrics on mailing labels to make grading quick and easy. https://t.co/vlezy8CfFD
massignmenthelp Apr 25 @ 8:15 PM EDT

#edulive #2ndaryELA #5thchat #ASCDL2L #busedu #DI4ALL Tips for Learning Mathematics to Students https://t.co/4jSNAvgzTZ
davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Q3: Where do you find the articles you use each week? #2ndaryELA
missweibler Apr 25 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: The grading load is always why AOTW goes by the wayside at the end of year for me. Would love to hear tips! #2ndaryELA
tealpaperclip Apr 25 @ 8:17 PM EDT

#2ndaryELA I use @KellyGToGo AOW and @Newsela . I love AOW, but I really like @newsela for differentiation.
missweibler Apr 25 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: using Goobrics/Doctopus for grading definitely speeds up the process! #2ndaryELA
2peasandadog - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A3: I find great articles online all the time. See my list here: https://t.co/m5WUL7utxS #2ndaryELA
yWords_English Apr 25 @ 8:17 PM EDT
After establishing the process w/ Ss, have Ss write several and then allow them to choose the 1 they want T to read and grade. #2ndaryELA
- davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:10 PM EDT
  
  Q2: Share your best tips for managing this heavy marking load. #2ndaryELA
newman_oneika Apr 25 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A3 #2ndaryela
- newman_oneika Apr 25 @ 8:16 PM EDT
  
  A3: Newsela, https://t.co/AvtMQZaIBF, Tween Tribune
literarymaven - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Running a bit late. A1 Haven't used it, but interested. It's new to me! #2ndaryELA
missweibler Apr 25 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A3: Newsela is definitely my go to for articles - love being able to differentiate! #2ndaryELA
davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Q4: How do you differentiate the articles for different reading levels and interests in your classroom? #2ndaryELA
yWords_English Apr 25 @ 8:21 PM EDT
A3 A new source I am using w/ ELs is @CommonLit. The reading supports are awesome for these Ss. #2ndaryELA
- davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:15 PM EDT
  
  Q3: Where do you find the articles you use each week? #2ndaryELA
tealpaperclip Apr 25 @ 8:21 PM EDT

#2ndaryELA I use @Newsela to differentiate. I pull 2 or 3 articles about a similar topic to allow for student choice. Works like a dream.
literarymaven - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A4 I love the idea of students picking the articles as the year goes on #2ndaryELA
2peasandadog - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A4: I read the articles out loud to my classes - then they can access them digitally for other supports. #2ndaryELA
missweibler Apr 25 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A4: Teacher fail. This definitely didn't happen in my classroom this year. Definitely a big change for next year. #2ndaryELA
davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q5: Share any resources you have found helpful for implementing ATOW (blog posts, books, websites, etc.). #2ndaryELA
yWords_English Apr 25 @ 8:25 PM EDT
A4 Again, @CommonLit makes differentiation simple for Ts & huge supports for Ss when needed but challenging 2 #2ndaryELA
- davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:20 PM EDT
  
  Q4: How do you differentiate the articles for different reading levels and interests in your classroom? #2ndaryELA
newman_oneika Apr 25 @ 8:26 PM EDT
Q5: Kelly Gallagher #2ndaryELA
- davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:25 PM EDT
  
  Q5: Share any resources you have found helpful for implementing ATOW (blog posts, books, websites, etc.). #2ndaryELA
yWords_English Apr 25 @ 8:27 PM EDT
A5 (see below) #2ndaryELA
- yWords_English Apr 25 @ 8:25 PM EDT
  
  A4 Again, @CommonLit makes differentiation simple for Ts & huge supports for Ss when needed but challenging 2 #2ndaryELA
  
  davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:20 PM EDT
  
  Q4: How do you differentiate the articles for different reading levels and interests in your classroom? #2ndaryELA
missweibler Apr 25 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A5: @KellyGToGo is AOTW guru! I love all of his stuff! #2ndaryELA
2peasandadog - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A5: I created a set of posters and graphic organizers to support my classes. They can be found here: https://t.co/iytGGMxghr #2ndaryELA
RyanMac199 Apr 25 @ 8:28 PM EDT

I am not a teacher yet but am finishing my degree and hope to teach 6th grade science. #2ndaryELA
In reply to @davestuartjr
davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A5: Kelly invented AoW so great starting place. I interview him about it here; insightful to hear him: https://t.co/HlaJXuekNN #2ndaryELA
davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A5: Kelly invented AoW so great starting place. I interview him about it here; insightful to hear him: https://t.co/UqfOf8xBum #2ndaryELA
2peasandadog - Moderator Apr 25 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Thanks for chatting with us tonight. Next week's chat: Tips for Surviving the End of the Year. See you on May 2 at 8pm EST #2ndaryELA
tealpaperclip Apr 25 @ 8:30 PM EDT

#2ndaryELA A5 I created a mini anchor that Ss reference for formatting. I require Ss to form a claim, cite evidence, and explain content.
RyanMac199 Apr 25 @ 8:31 PM EDT

I have long term subbed in classes and have set up different spaces in the room that are dedicated to that reading group. #2ndaryELA
In reply to @davestuartjr
davestuartjr Apr 25 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Thank you everyone :) #2ndaryELA
audrawdavis Apr 25 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Thanks for hosting- I've picked up many ideas to study further. Love the great resources shared. Found my summer project! #2ndaryela
RyanMac199 Apr 25 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Thank you! #2ndaryELA
In reply to @davestuartjr
yWords_English Apr 25 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Enjoyed learning and sharing! I love these fast chats! 🤓#2ndaryela
yWords_English Apr 25 @ 8:35 PM EDT
I love this! Such an important skill for Ss! I use the same format w/ APLang Ss. This is a requirement for their essays! #2ndaryELA
- tealpaperclip Apr 25 @ 8:30 PM EDT
  
  #2ndaryELA A5 I created a mini anchor that Ss reference for formatting. I require Ss to form a claim, cite evidence, and explain content.
yWords_English Apr 25 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@cadesomers @ChelleShel617 @holley0104 @OHSJackets1 #OCSchat Checkout the ideas shared in tonight's #2ndaryELA chat.