Welcome to #rethink_learning to discuss Magical Learning! Introduce Yourself! Tell us your name, role, location, and share what is magic for you @raspberryberet3@tishrich
Hi! Tisha Tech Integration Specialist in Southern OR and author of Make Learning Magical! Moderating #rethink_learning chat tonight is magical for me! Honored! #MLmagical
Hi there, Lisa, speech language pathologist from Minnesota. Magic for me is the privilege of working with such awesome students and staff! #rethink_learning
Hi Everyone! I'm Barbara from Oakland, CA co-host of #rethink_learning. Love the topic "Make Learning Magical. What makes magic for me is being here with you.
Tamara, tech integrator from VA, and I believe we can all create magic with just a sprinkle of pixie dust in our passion and purpose! #rethink_learning
Welcome to #rethink_learning to discuss Magical Learning! Introduce Yourself! Tell us your name, role, location, and share what is magic for you @raspberryberet3@tishrich
Shelly - Coach/Consultant from Toronto and co-host of #rethink_learning with @bbray27 - magical? When Ss have a passion for learning and have their "aha" moments. @tishrich
Hi Everyone! I'm Barbara from Oakland, CA co-host of #rethink_learning Love the topic "Make Learning Magical. What makes magic for me is being here with you.
Hi all! I'm Sandy and I teach fifth grade STEM in Maine. My magical moment is watching struggling learners realize they can be good at science. #rethink_learning
I am Merissa from TX where I am a special education paraprofessional.
Magic is spending time with my kiddos and sharing the #wonder of the life's joys.
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@bbray27, @raspberryberet3, @tishrich, @TaraVento, @spoyo, @winstonsakurai, @mccoyderek, @JoshEcker, @graypb, @burgessdave, @timlriley
Q1. Something magical happens when we provide the environment and opportunities for our students to find their inner beauty and share it with others. What opportunities do you give students to find and share their inner beauty? #rethink_learning
A1: I like to help my students see and feel that they are in charge of their own learning through a charged curiosity. I offer the ideas and the magic happens when they thirst for learning more. #rethink_learning
A1: Creating classroom experiences that allow Ss to tap into their passions gives Ss an opportunity to share their inner beauty.
Here is a blog post about how Ss share their fav things as we start the year! https://t.co/GG5MiTI7Vj#MLmagical#rethink_learning
Yes, we do! I’m cooking dinner now, but love joining in #rethink_learning chat with you all - so engaging and inspiring! Let’s catch up soon, my friend!
Q1. Something magical happens when we provide the environment and opportunities for our students to find their inner beauty and share it with others. What opportunities do you give students to find and share their inner beauty? #rethink_learning
Penny Sweeney, librarian here. My magical moments are during a read aloud, looking at all those faces in awe of the story unfolding for them. #rethink_learning
A1: Post I wrote on 7 Ideas to Discover Magic in your Classroom https://t.co/krhth2wYyn Your kids are ready and willing to make magic happen if you are. Think of kindness, wonder, mindset, and the heart of learning as magical. #rethink_learning
A1: I give my students different avenues to express their needs and wants. I teach them ways to be kind to others along with themselves. #rethink_learning
Q1. Something magical happens when we provide the environment and opportunities for our students to find their inner beauty and share it with others. What opportunities do you give students to find and share their inner beauty? #rethink_learning
A1: I give them chances to share about themselves and their experiences outside of school. I want their interests and questions to drive the classroom experience. #rethink_learning
Q1. Something magical happens when we provide the environment and opportunities for our students to find their inner beauty and share it with others. What opportunities do you give students to find and share their inner beauty? #rethink_learning
A1: When students can learn at their own rate and find success they never imagined, we spend time celebrating. Everyone needs to share success together. #rethink_learning
Kids can find their inner beauty by knowing that they can work through and problem solve. as educators it's our job to help scaffold their growing independence, but to know they did it! There's nothing like it #rethink_learning
A1 - Here is my list:
👍 Smile before they enter
❤️ Say hello and how are you
😊 Do a positive word each day
⭐️make each one feel like a ⭐️
😡never judge or criticize
👏 provide positive feedback
💪tell them they are loved
👍#teachpos#rethink_learning
By having meaningful discussion with them about their interests.
I enjoy getting to know every S I encounter & sharing something personal whether it is movies, books or after school activities.
I like to give Ss a chance to shine through tailored activities.
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Q1. Something magical happens when we provide the environment and opportunities for our students to find their inner beauty and share it with others. What opportunities do you give students to find and share their inner beauty? #rethink_learning
A1: allowing Ss to find what drives them - what are they passionate about? Give them opportunities to explore by exposing them to a variety of topics and literature. #rethink_learning
A1: Opportunities for students: Take time to get to know each student. Ask them about who they are, what they love, what they are good at. Have them start a profile, keep an ongoing journal, and then write and share their story. #rethink_learning
A1 - Here is my list:
👍 Smile before they enter
❤️ Say hello and how are you
😊 Do a positive word each day
⭐️make each one feel like a ⭐️
😡never judge or criticize
👏 provide positive feedback
💪tell them they are loved
👍#teachpos#rethink_learning
A1: today we had students reflect on their learning from 1st term & share out 3 strengths in their learer profile with evidence from any class #rethink_learning
A1: I love learning more about students with their Passion Projects! Often we use Google Slides as the communication tool - Ss come alive when they share their passions with others (as do we!) #rethink_learning#MLmagical
Q1. Something magical happens when we provide the environment and opportunities for our students to find their inner beauty and share it with others. What opportunities do you give students to find and share their inner beauty? #rethink_learning
A1: ensuring they are heard - they are stakeholders in education as well - who better to ask then Ss about their own learning and education?? #rethink_learning
A1: today we had students reflect on their learning from 1st term & share out 3 strengths in their learer profile with evidence from any class #rethink_learning
A1: I used a 'travelling journal' in my classroom - choose one topic a week and the journal goes around to each student to make contributions; I wrote responses as well so Ss got to know me. #rethink_learning
A1 - Here is my list:
👍 Smile before they enter
❤️ Say hello and how are you
😊 Do a positive word each day
⭐️make each one feel like a ⭐️
😡never judge or criticize
👏 provide positive feedback
💪tell them they are loved
👍#teachpos#rethink_learning
#rethink_learning A1 We had Philo Barnhart, creator of Ariel from The Little Mermaid and Charles Moisant visit with our students. Spoke of animation and art. Gave our Ss the opportunity to learn and share their art skills with the experts. Here is Mr Barnhart drawing Flounder.
A1: once a week asked Ss:
1) What went well this week? Why?
2) What didn't go well this week? Why?
3) What can I do, as your teacher, to support you in your learning?
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Q2: When students learn through play, it changes their perspective from one of compliance to one of wonder and curiosity. What are some ways that you incorporate the magic of wonder and curiosity in your edusetting? #rethink_learning
Q2: When students learn through play, it changes their perspective from one of compliance to one of wonder and curiosity. What are some ways that you incorporate the magic of wonder and curiosity in your edusetting? #rethink_learning
A2: This week, we were talking about solids, liquids, and gases. I had student model what molecules do in each state, sending my gas molecules running around the room. #rethink_learning
A2 - I love stories and the impact they have on students. Every kid needs to feel connected to real life. Telling stories and listening to students tell theirs helps shape a classroom of wonder, energy and positive self-worth. #rethink_learning
A2 I use stations and will have Ss come up with diff strategies for practicing, we have also done breakouts and some Ss created, and also using @GooseChase for active learning #rethink_learning
Q2: When students learn through play, it changes their perspective from one of compliance to one of wonder and curiosity. What are some ways that you incorporate the magic of wonder and curiosity in your edusetting? #rethink_learning
A1) I think it’s paramount that give give students every possible avenue to embark upon (within reason and safety) so that they can *really* have a chance to see what makes them happy. #rethink_learning
A2: Providing time and space for students to explore in the classroom... And then using their play as a way to engage them in deep learning associated to the curriculum.#rethink_learning
Q2: When students learn through play, it changes their perspective from one of compliance to one of wonder and curiosity. What are some ways that you incorporate the magic of wonder and curiosity in your edusetting? #rethink_learning
Through hands on experiences & activities.
It takes extra effort, time and resources, but providing Ss with hands on lessons leads to enriching S's minds.
Thinking outside the box and with inspiration from your #PLN there is no limit to what you can accomplish!
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Q2: When students learn through play, it changes their perspective from one of compliance to one of wonder and curiosity. What are some ways that you incorporate the magic of wonder and curiosity in your edusetting? #rethink_learning
A2: Story-telling, inquiry questions, creating products, sharing their learning with authentic audiences... tomorrow we’re having a Pirate Book Bistro where Ss will receive a book they’ve purchased with Positive ImpACT money they’ve earned this month. #rethink_learning
Q2: When students learn through play, it changes their perspective from one of compliance to one of wonder and curiosity. What are some ways that you incorporate the magic of wonder and curiosity in your edusetting? #rethink_learning
An unforgettable experience with a difficult class that changed their attitudes was a News show I stated that became student-led experience. Weather person got later got a job with a major news network as a career. See: Our News page https://t.co/kOYM5FXCjO#rethink_learning
A2: We love to let kids experiment in our maker space. I also try to have students follow through on their "what if" questions, turning a hypothetical scenario/decision into an experiment in learning. #rethink_learning
Q2: When students learn through play, it changes their perspective from one of compliance to one of wonder and curiosity. What are some ways that you incorporate the magic of wonder and curiosity in your edusetting? #rethink_learning
A2: Leaving objects available to explore is a great hook to spark innovative thinking - Ss will make connections to content you may have never dreamed of! Never underestimate the power of personal exploration! #rethink_learning
Q2: When students learn through play, it changes their perspective from one of compliance to one of wonder and curiosity. What are some ways that you incorporate the magic of wonder and curiosity in your edusetting? #rethink_learning
A2: How can learners be fully engaged critical thinkers who remain the motivated, joyful learners they were before they started school? Check out @Linda_Ullah’s blog on inspiring wonderment with Global Projects. https://t.co/vt4KXPLnl7#rethink_learning
Gotta give credit to @AndeleeEspinosa for keeping it positive and helping students think about advocating with their strengths not just advocating to help with deficits #rethink_learning
#rethink_learning We were also fortunate to have Kyle Cook of Matchbox 20 share his experience with his guitar and music. Ss were able to ask questions and learn the importance of music in one’s life.
A2) I’m very proud that I was one of the first Superintendent’s in NJ to embrace the @GSPlayDay movement. Play is paramount! Put down the devices, get outside, soak in the sun, run around, and let you mind flow! #rethink_learning
A2: teaching through #inquiry where Ss are given choice on how to learn and how to demonstrate within parameters of the curriculum. I used 4 frameworks of inquiry in my classroom and Ss developed skills and habits of mind (empathy, open mindedness, etc) #rethink_learning
A2: A wonder wall in our classroom where Ss can pose formal ?s, Genius Hour where we research those ?s, and as Ss have random ?s those ?s are heard/honored/answered (if answer is easily available - sometimes we must learn to live in the uncertainty for a bit!). #rethink_learning
A2b - Most of the time it’s not one great lesson that transforms a class. Rather, it’s the daily interactions of hope, respect, trust and empowerment that shape “magical classrooms” #teachpos#rethink_learning
A2: I made use of a lot of visuals which leads to #inquiry Qs - what do you see? What do you think? What do you wonder?? This image led to learning about the environment and child labour. #rethink_learning
Q3. Bringing authentic audiences into your classroom makes learning experiences more meaningful and magical. What are some ways you could bring your staff, community, or virtual audience into your classroom to amplify learning? #rethink_learning
A3: I invite an authentic audience into my classroom at the end of every unit! Incredible to witness empowered learners demonstrating their creations for an audience of people they respect & admire! It's the best! #rethink_learning#MLmagical
A2. Breakouts are great, and gamification in general gets their curiosity going! Sometimes i did mystery boxes. Today i told Ss we are starting a new book tomorrow and the author has agreed to Skype but they don’t know who!!! #rethink_learning
Q2: When students learn through play, it changes their perspective from one of compliance to one of wonder and curiosity. What are some ways that you incorporate the magic of wonder and curiosity in your edusetting? #rethink_learning
Since I do not have a classroom yet, I create experiences for my entire school.
I set up interactive boards & projects for every student to engage with.
Our current large display is a dreaming tree for Ss to share their dreams! Next up is wishes.
#rethink_learning#wonder#voice
A3: “Develop curiosity to learn about the world with the world” Podcast and post https://t.co/IujEbsyAr2 with @julielindsay who wrote The Global Educator shares ways to amplify learning globally. #rethink_learning
A3 sharing what we are doing, whether creating a podcast, use a tool like @padlet to show student work, connect w/other classrooms with Skype, invite community in for a showcse #rethink_learning#MLmagical
A3 - We do pass the positivity in our school. It just started, but hoping it will make a change. Also, I love Flipgrid as a sharing tool. #rethink_learning
A1: Inner beauty is revealed when we give students the opportunity to share who they really are: their passions, interests, cultures, talents, and dreams. And then we can truly see their inner beauty shine when we show we are genuinely interested in them. #rethink_learning
The kids loved it...we started w/ fun topics such as "Favourite movie", "favourite food" then we got into deeper stuff as we built community and climate. #rethink_learning
A3: I like to invite support staff, like guidance and Social Workers in to see the kids in action. The students are so proud to show their work and it lets their support staff see them in a different setting. #rethink_learning
A3) There s an abundance of avenues to bring in stakeholders into your schools safely (virtually) and show all of the wonderful things your schools are doing. From Mystery Skype to GHO - hit up @wkrakower & @cybraryman1 - they literally wrote the book on it! #rethink_learning
A3: I would love to explore virtual audiences! I am starting penpals with my students so they can experience life somewhere else through the eyes of someone else. #rethink_learning
Q3. Bringing authentic audiences into your classroom makes learning experiences more meaningful and magical. What are some ways you could bring your staff, community, or virtual audience into your classroom to amplify learning? #rethink_learning
A3: #Whatif we redesign our existing curriculum to create a learner-centered approach around the UN Global Goals (SDGs)? https://t.co/Bm0NMbQis7 Try the design thinking process to choose one of the SDGs. #rethink_learning
A3: I loved bringing in local experts on the topics we discussed. Canadians on sun and weather. Australians on family cultures. British on educational practices. #rethink_learning
Q3. Bringing authentic audiences into your classroom makes learning experiences more meaningful and magical. What are some ways you could bring your staff, community, or virtual audience into your classroom to amplify learning? #rethink_learning
A3: through social media - we had some Twitter chats w/ professionals, Skype; make connections with organizations connected to Ss learning and invite them in to chat w/ Ss. #rethink_learning
Q3. Bringing authentic audiences into your classroom makes learning experiences more meaningful and magical. What are some ways you could bring your staff, community, or virtual audience into your classroom to amplify learning? #rethink_learning
#rethink_learning A3 We have brought in speakers to engage our students. Started in 2013 with Mark Goodman speaking to our 1980s class. Students enjoy interacting with those of the past. Makes it real!
A3: We bring the outside in frequently using GHO, Skype, guest speakers, etc. last year my husband shared Revolutionary War re-enactments with our 8th graders #rethink_learning
Ts who see play as critical and it can happen in hi sch - think improv across curriculum -or K - let kids go outside after rain & play in puddles -create spaces 4 kids to be curious, ask questions, experiment w ideas & explore physical features of natural world #rethink_learning
A3: develop ongoing community partnerships and a reputation for being a classroom of problem solvers. Get learners working on solutions to real community problems and they will be both empowered and exposed to the joy of making a positive impact. #rethink_learning
Q3. Bringing authentic audiences into your classroom makes learning experiences more meaningful and magical. What are some ways you could bring your staff, community, or virtual audience into your classroom to amplify learning? #rethink_learning
Q3. Bringing authentic audiences into your classroom makes learning experiences more meaningful and magical. What are some ways you could bring your staff, community, or virtual audience into your classroom to amplify learning? #rethink_learning
A3: #Whatif we redesign our existing curriculum to create a learner-centered approach around the UN Global Goals (SDGs)? https://t.co/Bm0NMbQis7 Try the design thinking process to choose one of the SDGs. #rethink_learning
A2: Finding something that will get their attention and "hook" them. It could be an object, photo, music, etc. Once, a praying mantis appeared in our inner city classroom. After the students calmed down, I was able to teach an impromptu lesson about insects. #rethink_learning
A3: I have been playing with the idea of using Tour Creator as a way for students to show their learning and explore their environment... I am also thinking this will be a great tool for sitting student transitions. Ask could visit their new class/teacher using AR/VR.
Thanks for everyone for participating in #rethink_learning tonight and thanks so much to guest host @tishrich for inspiring!! See all of you in a few weeks! @bbray27
Thank you to all the awesome educators who were magical today - Please follow each other to build your PLN. Hope you join us at #rethink_learning on Monday, Nov. 12th same time with our next topic, Empathy
Ts who see play as critical and it can happen in hi sch - think improv across curriculum -or K - let kids go outside after rain & play in puddles -create spaces 4 kids to be curious, ask questions, experiment w ideas & explore physical features of natural world #rethink_learning
Jumping in late to #formativechat This is Barbara - just finished #rethink_learning and so excited to learn more about formative assessments. Thank you @Rdene915
Yes! Still remember when our local weatherman visited my class in the 3rd grade!! My learning about clouds has forever stuck from that experience! #rethink_learning#MLmagical
A3: Bring the learning to life. I once taught a lesson about sled dogs. To make it more real, I brought in an actual Iditarod winner, who brought in a sled he had made and he shared his experiences with the students. We then took a field trip to his dog yard. #rethink_learning
Thanks Barbara! The themes seem to resonate with educators and parents who want something more than focus on passing tests in schools #rethink_learning
Yes - and we got our hug and selfie. It was fun to be with you when I finally found you in the big room. Glad to be here at #formativechat after #rethink_learning. You are amazing doing both. Whew!
Our Kindness Fair was incredible! Parents sent us emails sharing how their child's perception of the world, and their role in it, changed - students were empowered to see that they can do great things no matter their age! #rethink_learning#passionforkindness
