#UrbanEd chat is a twitter chat for educators. Topics relevant to the subject of urban education will be discussed, but all educators are encouraged to join the conversation. The chats will be moderated by Ben and Neil, founders of Engaging Educators and elementary school teachers in Detroit, MI.
A1: I have found that tone really makes a difference. It's not in what you say but how you say it. Ss know by your body language and tone how you feel. No disguising it! #UrbanEdChat
A1: I have found that tone really makes a difference. It's not in what you say but how you say it. Ss know by your body language and tone how you feel. No disguising it! #UrbanEdChat
A1: tone, volume, body language have a direct impact on relationship and climate within the classroom. Ts have to be aware of what is said, how it is said, and what our posture reflects. You get what you give. #UrbanEdChat
A2: I think you can say more with your face/body language/tone than the words out of your mouth. Ss are very perceptive and know exactly how you feel before you say the first word, so its important to male sure everything matches up. #UrbanEdChat
A2. I totes admit that my face shows all. So like, I can remain composed. But if I'm in a moment...all written over my face. Opposite of RBF. #UrbanEdChat
I think it is also an important teaching moment to share when we are frustrated to our scholars. Then they can observed effective emotional intelligence. #UrbanEdChat
It can really seem like an affront. Humans, including Ts have subconscious physical reactions to confrontation and insult. It helps to be aware of one's own. #urbanedchat
A3: I think some are trying to build some cred with their peers (not knowing this really does the opposite) and others may not be great at that particular subject so they create the disturbance to shield their insecurities #UrbanEdChat
We are working on our social contract for classroom rules this week. That's the center (my only contribution). The rest is up to them. How can they #speaklove in our learning community. #UrbanEdChat
I definitely agree with this. I've also noticed that a lot of it is to distract from their insecurities of not being "on level" or "smart". #UrbanEdChat
A3 Ss can have a geniune dislike for a particiular staff member, however, more often than not they know when YOU/WE don't like or care for them and then Ss check out and stop giving a **** #UrbanEdChat
If that was the case, I would pull the Ss aside and have an honest chat with them outside of everyone else.Give them a chance to air their grievance out. This way, it gets straightened out. #UrbanEdChat
A2: I literally start feeling twitchy. And my face...it just changes. Unlike Lady Gaga, I don't seem to have a poker face. long way, but I I've come a long way, but I have to work on changing how I perceive things. That coukd apply to many areas in life tbh #UrbanEdChat
A3: increase in the level of demand, non preferable task, worksheet packets, attention, avoid, escape, lack of rapport and relationships, and the list goes on and on #UrbanEdChat
I know sometimes I'll say or do things that tork people off and they'll be upset but won't say anything. I'm like "what's up with them??" I'll approach them and let them vent. I will explain and, if necessary, apologize. #UrbanEdChat
Shoot you guys are awesome. I wish I could stay the rest of the chat. Have a great night and chat again next time! THIS is what PLNs are about. #UrbanEdChat
A4: Many times, I hear Ts yell. I did that, too, once! It doesn't help, so I stopped. I've resolved to just relax and remember that it's not personal and just to listen and understand where they are coming from. #UrbanEdChat
That is very big of you. That is amazing. So often Ts take it personal, but moments like these are growth opportunities for them and us. Ss are learning how to interact with people and deal with difficult emotions. We can and should be ready to provide love & support #UrbanEdChat
If that was the case, I would pull the Ss aside and have an honest chat with them outside of everyone else.Give them a chance to air their grievance out. This way, it gets straightened out. #UrbanEdChat
A4: Many times, I hear Ts yell. I did that, too, once! It doesn't help, so I stopped. I've resolved to just relax and remember that it's not personal and just to listen and understand where they are coming from. #UrbanEdChat
Thanks. We don't know what Ss are dealing with. It may have absolutely nothing to do with us. So it's imperative we find out. Also, we are supposed to be setting the example. What does it say if we are yelling and tripping on them? How do we fix anything that way? #UrbanEdChat
A4: begin building and establishing your classrooom community and relationships from day uno, SEL explicit teaching, modeling, role playing , core breathing, opportunities for conversations #UrbanEdChat
A4: begin building and establishing your classrooom community and relationships from day uno, SEL explicit teaching, modeling, role playing , core breathing, opportunities for conversations #UrbanEdChat
A5: I'm always concerned about making sure I'm following the classroom Ts instructions (I'm mostly subbing now) and knowing that Ss are gonna try to get away with things knowing a sub is here. It's also stressful cause I'd rather do my own thing. #UrbanEdChat
A5. It has everything to do with what I have going on personally. If things are out of order at home, it carries over to school. Sleep is huge for me, before my son was sleeping through the night I had to really check myself with my reactions. #UrbanEdChat
