#Edchat is a hashtag, a movement—it is a weekly organized Twitter discussion of educators and people interested in education that meet virtually from all over the world. #Edchat serves as a conversation thread on Twitter and is also used for organized weekly discussions.
If the environment in your building or classroom is not consistent with the message you want to communicate to your students, make some small changes. Focus on promoting student engagement in a positive school culture. https://t.co/WnHHcwiz9c#edchat#joyfulleaders#education
A lot to get to here. I think grass roots ideas from Ts is critical, differentiating to honor teacher differences, context of each school & district, letting the public and bd know that teacher PD is as critical as R & D with innovative businesses #edchat
The movement for effective PD is a pressing matter for all. As a Student just finishing my degree, I'm curious to hear what everyone has to say #edchat
To support all educators, you need to be willing to adapt to change, not all teachers are gonna teach and interact with children the way other teachers do! Learn from each other no right way of teaching students! Support your other teachers, learn from one another #edchat
Good evening #edchat, supporting a movement for effective & collaborative PD involves all the stakeholders. Ts need to continue advocating that the standard one-size fits all approach to PD's does not work. Ts need PLC's that are tailored to the goals of their students.
One of the things we're thinking about, with #EdSpace, is the role #heutagogy (https://t.co/lPwpCTh1e5) plays in professional learning. How can we create an env where teachers are encouraged & supported to drive their own learning, based on their own needs & curiosities? #edchat
1) Begin with the understanding that adults learn differently than students. 2) Use inquiry/curiosity as the driving forces. 3) Create an accredited form of PD that does what we are doing now, learning from each other. #edchat#ditchsitandget#edspace@HollyClarkEdu@mjcraw
The movement for effective PD is a pressing matter for all. As a Student just finishing my degree, I'm curious to hear what everyone has to say #edchat
I agree with that attitude that PD is most valuable when we are allowed to “do it ourself”. I think district leaders need to respect us as professionals and allow us to participate in PD we find meaningful/we need #edchat
According to Cal Newport solitude is the freedom from inputs of other minds. Are you making time in your day to disconnect and find your solitude? #wellbeing#digitaldeclutter#solitude#edchat
PLC's are great when the members are involved in the goal of student and adult learning. Too often teachers want to do their own thing and that is not always the best practice #edchat
MindShiftKQED: It's a challenge for any district that collects #schoolclimate measurements to ensure they have developed proven improvement strategies that can effectively address weak points they may uncover educationweek https://t.co/ITQA84N2at#edchat#SEL#cpchat
My name is Katie Kintz, and I am a middle school math and science teacher in MO. I am studying Digital Communication with @ghartman, and this is my first twitter chat. #edchat
Excited to join this #edchat To support all educators and to do it yourself I believe you have to have a growth mindset. I think we also need to look to people who have the same ideas as us.
I think education, generally, has struggled to truly and actually yield ownership and power to educators, when it comes to their professional learning. Administrators and school leaders are reticent to hand the keys over. As a result, PD has been distorted #edchat
As a group, Ts are self-directed, ready to learn, experienced, task-centered, & intrinsically motivated. They typically prefer open-ended learning opportunities & a voice in the direction & pace of that learning. They approach PD with clear goals in mind - ask them. #edchat
Just to clarify: are you referring to teachers who use PLC time for non-learning purposes, or do you mean teachers who want to learn something else that is unrelated to the goal of the PLC for the day/week/etc.? Thanks! #edchat
Hi @KaitlynsEducat1 You are so right. Learning from each other is so important. During my early yrs on the job my “informal” mentors were those I learned the most from. I just watched them teach! #edchat
To support all educators, you need to be willing to adapt to change, not all teachers are gonna teach and interact with children the way other teachers do! Learn from each other no right way of teaching students! Support your other teachers, learn from one another #edchat
I agree with that attitude that PD is most valuable when we are allowed to “do it ourself”. I think district leaders need to respect us as professionals and allow us to participate in PD we find meaningful/we need #edchat
In a perfect world, I think we would all choose what PD we are involved in, but for more reluctant/unenthusiastic teachers, does there need to be some kind of log and/or place to record what PD you have completed each year? #edchat
Ts who do not want to be part of a PLC bc they already know everything. I believe educators are continuous learners & we can learn from each other. Learning takes place when the PLC is relevant to our goals in the classroom. I do not believe in one-size fits all PD's. #edchat
By placing the onus on principals to support good PD with individualizing to reach specific needs followed by time for collaboration and reflection. #Edchat
One principle from the popular design thinking models out there that certainly relates to our discussion is involving the “end user” in PD decisions. In our case, teachers as decision makers…maybe getting ideas from students too…#edchat
Love this. Curiosity kills cats but empowers learners. What bugs you? Why this not that? How's that work? YES to wicked questions, and YES to questioning in general. That tension between 'the better' and 'the current' is a powerful motivator! #edchat#EdSpace
I think it could be accountability- District personnel and other stakeholders wanting to hold teachers accountable due to the few who are uninterested in growth?#edchat
If it’s a movement, we’d need to know what we’re moving away from, what’s the status quo and where we want to go. That would be the first thing, then collectively draw a framework for this led by school ppal but conceived by teachers for teachers #Edchat
Effective PD for Ts is job-embedded, which makes it both relevant & authentic. Ts deem PD relevant when it directly addresses their specific needs & concerns or when they see a connection between a learning experience & their daily responsibilities - ask them? #edchat
I firmly believe that a principal will make the difference between a good teacher and a great teacher, or a good teacher and a bad teacher as well. #Edchat
My name is Katie Kintz, and I am a middle school math and science teacher in MO. I am studying Digital Communication with @ghartman, and this is my first twitter chat. #edchat
I agree @KaitlynsEducat1 We can rely on each other to get the support and at the same time create something that works for each of us! Each teacher is different. #edchat
"The secret ingredient to learning with technology is found not in the tools themselves...but in the instructional methods the teachers employ with the tools." @lkolb#edtech#edchathttps://t.co/LTyOWpSPkS
My $0.02? Lots is up. There are detectable reasons why/how it happens; in fact, it often happens between adult teachers failing to yield power to youth students. There's something about the unknowable outcome of yielding power that gives people in authority trepidation #edchat
Teachers and principals should record and establish areas of their own teaching that can be of use to the PD of others as well as focus on their own needs/shortfalls #edchat
Ppl need to realize they DON’T know everything. I once took several beginner computer classes for various software programs I had used for years. but I ALWAYS learned something I didn’t know. #edchat
Hello @HarveyAlvy1! I think completing PD remotely via digital means could open up great opportunities for Ts. If a speaker can’t make it to present in person, Ts could chat with them online. If several Ts from different places need to collab, they can via the internet. #edchat
My name is Katie Kintz, and I am a middle school math and science teacher in MO. I am studying Digital Communication with @ghartman, and this is my first twitter chat. #edchat
I’m a preservice teacher and will be student teaching next spring. Any advice on what to expect in PD and on how I can participate in the movement as a first year teacher? #edchat
I agree! I have found that participating in PD has absolutely no value to me if I don't go in with an attitude that I am their to learn and I don't know everything. #edchat
Ppl need to realize they DON’T know everything. I once took several beginner computer classes for various software programs I had used for years. but I ALWAYS learned something I didn’t know. #edchat
This is what professional capital is about, aligning the individual with the school capital. Yes, I believe you can do it and it’s the only way forward. For that individual and school values, and vision have to align. #EdChat
I think you're on to something. What do you think would happen if, rather than mandatory, prescribed PD, teachers had access to tools, peers, and opportunities that actually served their learning needs? How would that change professional learning? #edchat
Preach! These are my most-favorite English teacher tools! I give workshops about them every time I go to an #EdCamp, and people are always like, "Where have these glorious add-ons been all my life?!" #edtech#edchat#TeacherTech
I agree that the principal can set the culture, but what about the climate? In this case will a good PD happen if the teachers are not on board? #edchat
Much of our stress comes from our own predetermined ideas of how we feel something “should” be. Allow yourself the chance to breathe, relax, and appreciate each moment for what it is. #educatorselfcare#k12#edchat
We shouldn’t have to resort to tech to make it appealing, get teachers to be active participants of the design and implementation of PD and I’m guessing you’ll see results #EdChat
Can something be 'good PD' if teachers aren't on board? What does 'good PD' even mean, if it doesn't mean 'professional learning experiences that stimulate teacher curiosity and skill development'? #edchat
I think a lot of teachers, who are just “going through the motions” on PD Days and pretending to find value in it when admin is looking, would feel more respected for having the opportunity to choose and take PD more seriously #edchat
I wonder that as well. I am leading a PLC later this month on the new DESMOS calculator that VA will be using and then working with Ts to create lessons and formative assessments to check for student progress. It is optional, so I wonder how many will show up #edchat
This won't win me new friends ... but we, as teachers, need to stop waiting for Admin to give us permission and if you are an Admin who requires teachers to ask permission before they do something ... you suck as a leader. #edchat
Ah... So admin should treat Ts the way they want Ts to treat Ss... Hmmm... It's almost like education should be education, no matter the age. #TalkingCrazyTalk#edchat#EdLeadership#edleaders
By placing the onus on principals to support good PD with individualizing to reach specific needs followed by time for collaboration and reflection. #Edchat
And @mjcraw It is so important that the administrators set a personal example as lifelong learners. Attend the faculty PD, and stay to the end…participate #edchat
I think education, generally, has struggled to truly and actually yield ownership and power to educators, when it comes to their professional learning. Administrators and school leaders are reticent to hand the keys over. As a result, PD has been distorted #edchat
Exactly! I like what you are thinking. Unfortunately some fall short of this. But is that the fault of the teacher not coming in ready to learn something new? #edchat
Standards-Based Grading Report Card! Send an easy-to-understand paper report card home to families showing student progress on the standards you choose to display. https://t.co/9R3OvLCHW1#edtech#edchat#edtechchat
Based upon years of interactions with teachers in over 20 states, I believe you are one of the exceptions. Not everyone is self-motivated enough to do things that aren’t required. #sad#edchat
Hello, #edchat Steve teacher, IA. Sorry, jumping in very late! PD has to be relevant to the specific school district. That can only be facilitated by cooperation between the faculty & administration! If not it won't work!
My district puts on "share fairs", which are similar to the EdCamp structure. Ts get to decide what they participate in during allotted time slots. Has anyone else participated in something similar, and how did you feel about it? #edchat
PD ... Poster Session where every teacher shares their best with other staff members ... we need to put teachers on blast ... every last one of them. just like our kids in class ... that's right I am calling on you kid who is trying to hide. #edchat
Actually @katiek0701 This often occurs, but what is more important is the modeling of colleagues, participating, and learning together. It’s scary to learn something new: Will I succeed implementing the new practice? #edchat
In a perfect world, I think we would all choose what PD we are involved in, but for more reluctant/unenthusiastic teachers, does there need to be some kind of log and/or place to record what PD you have completed each year? #edchat
Effective PD is job-embedded, collaborative, & sustained over time (research says 49+ hours to realize results for Ss). And, there are 2 common characteristics that consistently appear in schools with substantial S learning gains ‒ collaboration & professional learning. #edchat
Ppl need to realize they DON’T know everything. I once took several beginner computer classes for various software programs I had used for years. but I ALWAYS learned something I didn’t know. #edchat
They are not self motivated because leadership is too busy feeding them instead of letting them get it their damn self. We expect more from a Kindergarten kid than we do teachers when it comes to learning/PD. #edchat
I firmly believe that a principal will make the difference between a good teacher and a great teacher, or a good teacher and a bad teacher as well. #Edchat
My students were writing a #Mathletics post assessment on measurement and some unusual questions came up.
1. What is a cellular phone?
2. What is a ballpoint pen?
3. What is a forearm?
Have times changed this much?
I had a good chuckle. #edchat#Mathematics#edtech
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Effective PD is job-embedded, collaborative, & sustained over time (research says 49+ hours to realize results for Ss). And, there are 2 common characteristics that consistently appear in schools with substantial S learning gains ‒ collaboration & professional learning. #edchat
@DrDucey Your points are so important. Again the school leaders need to model this “emotionally intelligent” behavior…risk taking is okay, learn in the moment. #edchat
Much of our stress comes from our own predetermined ideas of how we feel something “should” be. Allow yourself the chance to breathe, relax, and appreciate each moment for what it is. #educatorselfcare#k12#edchat
@tomwhitby You are right, in fact when the school culture is hurting going outside for leadership, that can take a fresh, objective look at the situation—is often the best alternative. #edchat
Can something be 'good PD' if teachers aren't on board? What does 'good PD' even mean, if it doesn't mean 'professional learning experiences that stimulate teacher curiosity and skill development'? #edchat
I suppose having a school culture that puts an emphasis on trying new things, making mistakes along the way, and putting yourself "out there" is important so Ts are less reluctant to learn and try the new practice. #edchat
The researchers in professional development are currently promoting teacher inquiry, both individual and collaborative, as the an effective form of teacher PD. #edchat
How important is it to bring the community, public, school bd. on board about the importance of teacher and admin PD? Does the general public accept the notion that teachers deserve professional learning opportunities? #edchat
If a school system wants to have its community's support, letting them know about the importance of PD could be helpful. I think oftentimes, community members really have no concept of what teachers do for PD. #EdChat
How important is it to bring the community, public, school bd. on board about the importance of teacher and admin PD? Does the general public accept the notion that teachers deserve professional learning opportunities? #edchat
“Cancel culture is, essentially, when people who have said or done problematic things, either now or in the past, are decidedly “canceled,” and people no longer support them or their endeavors.” https://t.co/FzzvxeKoXh@CommonSense#TeenPanel#edchat
Yep. An ethically aligned culture makes a lot of sense when considering PD. Hopefully the whole organization embraces a learning culture from the individual student and teacher, to classrooms, to schools, to districts, to communities…#edchat
Ah... So admin should treat Ts the way they want Ts to treat Ss... Hmmm... It's almost like education should be education, no matter the age. #TalkingCrazyTalk#edchat#EdLeadership#edleaders
By placing the onus on principals to support good PD with individualizing to reach specific needs followed by time for collaboration and reflection. #Edchat
#edchat I'm reading rhetoric about how PD should be! 29 years in education. 29 years of PD! Make it simple, agree on what is best for your district, the school wants/needs to learn. Our PD is #Awesome This book has some fantastic ideas #40CF
Cynical old Admin here- you’d get a typical #BellCurve- some will absolutely love this & relish in the opportunity to collaborate/learn from their peers, some will passively observe & not share, 3rd grp will do nothing but complain to the middle. #GottaTryNewThings#KeepItFresh
There is a need to educate and convince principals of the great need to create and support PD and in addition allow time for collaboration, support and reflection on what they learn. #Edchat
Should we prop up destructive systems, or replace them with beneficial ones? Teachers struggle to create educational light within systems that crush the educational, and with superior power and endurance
#education#edchat
Hey @NonWhaleJonah For me it was PD on how to ask better questions, and how to involve more students in sharing answers collaboratively. Changed my practice. To illustrate, I never ask: "Any questions,” it’s too passive and usually kills a collaborative conversation. #edchat
My district puts on "share fairs", which are similar to the EdCamp structure. Ts get to decide what they participate in during allotted time slots. Has anyone else participated in something similar, and how did you feel about it? #edchat
My district does this as well in the fall and spring. They are on Saturdays and staff members get a list of PD's being offered and they can decide if they want to go to any. It is 100% optional. #edchat
Yes, @mssackstein And school leaders need to model their need to learn. Teachers need to see how the principals and other colleagues are lifelong learners. Learning should never end. Teaching and learning are such complex behaviors. #edchat
Ppl need to realize they DON’T know everything. I once took several beginner computer classes for various software programs I had used for years. but I ALWAYS learned something I didn’t know. #edchat
It’s unfortunate, but I suppose there will always be the teachers who are “jaded” & uninterested in learning, & the leaders that will rise to the top. But maybe, if the learning opportunities are meaningful, the bell curve can shift a little over to the strong side #edchat
They are not self motivated because leadership is too busy feeding them instead of letting them get it their damn self. We expect more from a Kindergarten kid than we do teachers when it comes to learning/PD. #edchat
Neat way to think about curation! I frequently talk about feeding someone for a day by giving a fish, or feeding for a lifetime by teaching to fish. Now, we can add "Making sure there are future fish to eat by careful conservation"! #tlchat#edchat#AASLstandards#Curation
Every Standard Tells A Story: Jeanie Philips explains how teaching learners to Curate is like teaching them how to fish: "We teach them which fish to keep and which fish to throw back." #AASLstandardshttps://t.co/uhl4XSvGst
'Schools and parents need to work together to help the other perform their roles effectively. This is the essence of partnership that we constantly need to work on so that our children get the most out of their school.' @PiccoliMphttps://t.co/2u0NLDaqVg#edchat
