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DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Please introduce yourself #p21Exemplar

jheyckwilliams Apr 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Jeff Heyck-Williams, Director of Curriculum & Instruction @TwoRiversPCS in Washington DC #P21Exemplar

incitewhite Apr 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Eric White, Former teacher and PBL instructional coach, consultant, Chattanooga, TN #P21Exemplar

MyTLee3 Apr 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Good evening. Myla Lee, @NCSD Instructional Coach, #PBL Specialist, &Consultant in Michigan #P21Exemplar

suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

#P21Exemplar Hi from Portland, OR, where I'm a #PBL advocate and author

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1: Why is it important for all learners to develop competency in the 4Cs? #p21Exemplar @P21Learning

mjgormans Apr 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

#p21exemplar Greetings from the Nashville TN area, Mike Gorman

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

I like this piece from @HarvardBiz Employers Aren’t Just Whining – “Skills Gap” Is Real https://t.co/AysgukGz7w #P21Exemplar @P21Learning

suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

#P21Exemplar These are the competencies that enable students to take charge of their lives and shape their futures

daylynn Apr 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

#P21Exemplar problem solving requires the 4Cs to move Ss into an innovative space that shifts them from consumers to producers.

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1: Why is it important for all learners to develop competency in the 4Cs? #p21Exemplar @P21Learning

jheyckwilliams Apr 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: 4C's are necessary because they provide opportunities to our students that they won't have otherwise. They give access. #P21Exemplar

incitewhite Apr 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: B/c ALL Ss need competency in the 4Cs for success & ALL deserve to have that opportunity. Anything less is malpractice. #P21Exemplar

mjgormans Apr 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Q1: The 4Cs are not only important skills but by using them we amplify the learning and bring authenticity to the standards. #p21exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

And this piece by Jeff: Just Get It Done: Teaching All Students 21C Skills https://t.co/av6GBNqZL9 #P21Exemplar #SkillsForToday @P21Learning

suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

#P21Exemplar Yes! Equity issue

incitewhite Apr 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: B/c ALL Ss need competency in the 4Cs for success & ALL deserve to have that opportunity. Anything less is malpractice. #P21Exemplar

jheyckwilliams Apr 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: 4Cs are necessary because without them students are walking blind through life #P21Exemplar

daylynn Apr 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Authenticity gives meaning to school and purpose to the learning #P21Exemplar

mjgormans Apr 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Q1: The 4Cs are not only important skills but by using them we amplify the learning and bring authenticity to the standards. #p21exemplar

STAexcels Apr 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

RT @ "Join P21's Twitter Chat tomorrow (4/19) as we discuss how learners develop competence in #4Cs! #P21Exemplar https://t.co/pbzR9ctwZZ"

ChicagoCYC Apr 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

4C's are the pathway to helping kids in underserved neighborhoods - up and out of poverty. #P21Exemplar

MyTLee3 Apr 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

4C’s engages students to be prepared for the world -now and the future. It’s authentic, intentional, and applicable. #P21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1: Why is it important for all learners to develop competency in the 4Cs? #p21Exemplar @P21Learning

suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

#P21Exemplar A1: As an empowered hs student recently told me, 'This kind of learning shouldn't be so rare'

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Q2: Is development of the 4Cs an equity or resource issue in your work, school or district? #P21Exemplar #SkillsForToday @P21Learning

MyTLee3 Apr 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Powerful. Truth. Equity. #P21Exemplar

incitewhite Apr 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: B/c ALL Ss need competency in the 4Cs for success & ALL deserve to have that opportunity. Anything less is malpractice. #P21Exemplar

JamieArmin Apr 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

#P21Exemplar Hi Everyone! Jamie, MS Edu from MA dropping by. ALL skills needed for innovation and all Ss need these!

mjgormans Apr 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Can you expand? #p21exemplar

In reply to @DavidPBLRoss, @P21Learning

MyTLee3 Apr 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

What a gift to the students if this kind of learning becomes the “norm” of the culture. #P21Exemplar

suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

#P21Exemplar A1: As an empowered hs student recently told me, 'This kind of learning shouldn't be so rare'

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Q2: Skills preparedness, equity must be part of 21st century education policy priorities via @thehill https://t.co/pINXySoSwp #P21Exemplar

jheyckwilliams Apr 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: Development of the 4Cs is definitely an issue of #equity All students need access to all 4Cs #P21Exemplar

suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Gift to society--these are the young people who will get important things done! #P21Exemplar

MyTLee3 Apr 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT
What a gift to the students if this kind of learning becomes the “norm” of the culture. #P21Exemplar
- suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT
  
  #P21Exemplar A1: As an empowered hs student recently told me, 'This kind of learning shouldn't be so rare'

JamieArmin Apr 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Hi Suzie! My MS Ss have said similar about their learning! #P21Exemplar

suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

#P21Exemplar A1: As an empowered hs student recently told me, 'This kind of learning shouldn't be so rare'

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@suzieboss and I will be working in Colombia next week. We hear same thing there, and in other countries #P21Exemplar

IBPBLJill Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A1:Ss learn 2 differ btwn fluff & fact take skills 2 employers & keep from becoming tonedeaf 2 clients Thinking begets thinking #P21Exemplar

JamieArmin Apr 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Thinking mindset shift and resources! #P21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Q2: Is development of the 4Cs an equity or resource issue in your work, school or district? #P21Exemplar #SkillsForToday @P21Learning

mjgormans Apr 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: Development of 4Cs can be powerful by examing verbs in the standards... often teachers do not have resource of time. #p21exemplar

suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Was just in India, where stus are tackling real issues like water scarcity, traffic. Eager to hear what resonates w/Colombia #P21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@suzieboss and I will be working in Colombia next week. We hear same thing there, and in other countries #P21Exemplar

daylynn Apr 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Resource. Not all Ts are fully skilled in the 4Cs on how to teach, scaffold, & give feedback #P21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Q2: Is development of the 4Cs an equity or resource issue in your work, school or district? #P21Exemplar #SkillsForToday @P21Learning

daylynn Apr 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Just spent time with several European schools that echoed this sentiment, as well. How do we shift this from the norm? #P21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@suzieboss and I will be working in Colombia next week. We hear same thing there, and in other countries #P21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Q3: Time to get concrete. How do you help diverse learners develop the 4Cs? #P21Exemplar #SkillsForToday

ChicagoCYC Apr 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Chicago lacks resources for PD and training. #P21Exemplar

mjgormans Apr 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

This is so true... it all comes down to how we both define and test for learning. #p21exemplar

daylynn Apr 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT
Resource. Not all Ts are fully skilled in the 4Cs on how to teach, scaffold, & give feedback #P21Exemplar
- DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT
  
  Q2: Is development of the 4Cs an equity or resource issue in your work, school or district? #P21Exemplar #SkillsForToday @P21Learning

eisbergpbl Apr 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Using content to help students reflecton where they are at in their learning and determine next steps #P21Exemplar

In reply to @DavidPBLRoss

daylynn Apr 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Just broke this down for teachers in Developing Natural Curiosity through PBL. @IBPBLJill #P21Exemplar https://t.co/GVtMDTPLuX

mjgormans Apr 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: Development of 4Cs can be powerful by examing verbs in the standards... often teachers do not have resource of time. #p21exemplar

IBPBLJill Apr 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2:Equity all Ss deserve advantage b/c advantage is shifting from smartest kids to those who can relate to others&problem solve #P21Exemplar

jheyckwilliams Apr 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2: The resource issue is at center of Elmore's instructional core. Defining the 4Cs, developing teacher expertise, great tasks #P21Exemplar

suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: Being deliberate--helping stus see that innovation isn't magic but a process they can learn #P21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

I worked in CPS schools as instructional coach so I know your pain. That said, your statement applies everywhere #P21Exemplar

In reply to @ChicagoCYC

incitewhite Apr 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: Scaffold. Help diverse learners find entry points into the 4Cs. From there, empower them to achieve small wins early. #P21Exemplar

JamieArmin Apr 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

#P21Exemplar A3 1/2 facilitate mini- #pbl & skills w/7th, then full on #pbl in 8th! I have all of the Ss for 30 day cycles both years

jheyckwilliams Apr 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: Absolutely! Student reflection essential to learning #P21Exemplar

In reply to @eisbergpbl, @DavidPBLRoss

mjgormans Apr 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q3; The 4Cs must be modeled and also a part of reflection and metacognition. #p21exemplar

suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: Modeling by tchrs & school leaders (who may need to work on their own 4Cs competencies) #P21Exemplar

daylynn Apr 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Also did some coaching in CPS. Resources are limited & varied in concentration. We have to start small & build a coalition. #P21Exemplar

ChicagoCYC Apr 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Chicago lacks resources for PD and training. #P21Exemplar

suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: When stus connect w/experts, get them to talk abt how they use 4Cs in their work #P21Exemplar

daylynn Apr 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

#P21Exemplar authentic learning experiences that aren't a one size fits all approach. Meet Ss where they are & scaffold throughout.

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Q3: Time to get concrete. How do you help diverse learners develop the 4Cs? #P21Exemplar #SkillsForToday

JamieArmin Apr 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

#P21Exemplar A3 2/2 scaffolding, mini-lessons, lots of conferencing & formative asst, peer to peer critical friends,

daylynn Apr 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Part of the basis for my dissertation! #P21Exemplar

suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: When stus connect w/experts, get them to talk abt how they use 4Cs in their work #P21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A few years ago @P21Learning did piece called 21st Century Knowledge and Skills in Educator Preparation https://t.co/WArPm565rq #P21Exemplar

jheyckwilliams Apr 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3: PBL provides authentic ways for ALL students to practice & develop 4Cs https://t.co/D0uHTKbABD #P21Exemplar

JamieArmin Apr 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

#P21Exemplar A3 utilize our Special Ed Ts, team leaders, counselors, admin knowledge of Ss & of course Ps to meet all needs for S success!

daylynn Apr 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Had a student teacher who had no idea he needed to use the 4Cs. Thought he could lecture everything & everyone. #P21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A few years ago @P21Learning did piece called 21st Century Knowledge and Skills in Educator Preparation https://t.co/WArPm565rq #P21Exemplar

IBPBLJill Apr 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3: Give Ss time to simmer in the ambiguity during the process & allow them to make choices. #P21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Q4: Are their distinct challenges in helping English Language Learners develop 4Cs skills? What works? #P21Exemplar

JamieArmin Apr 19 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Going to add this! Thx! Ss connect with experts for knowledge. Great idea to include 4Cs! #P21Exemplar

In reply to @suzieboss

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A4: A Not-so-small World: Teaching 21st Century Skills to English Language Learners https://t.co/6tFWhHIvRW #P21Exemplar #SkillsForToday

suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Some specific advice for ELLs in PBL for 21st C Success: https://t.co/NCGpk0GwgB #P21Exemplar

daylynn Apr 19 @ 8:34 PM EDT

May overlook capabilities bc need lang acquisition. Authentic experiences bridge concrete lang. work & contextualized learning #P21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Q4: Are their distinct challenges in helping English Language Learners develop 4Cs skills? What works? #P21Exemplar

IBPBLJill Apr 19 @ 8:34 PM EDT

3rd grader wants walkie talkie & teams to figure stuff out together. "Ts always expect me to solve big problems alone." #P21Exemplar

suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: @Larryferlazzo at Ed Week is good source on ELL strategies for PBL #P21Exemplar

daylynn Apr 19 @ 8:34 PM EDT

We developed the Stages of Finding a Solution to allow for this process to evolve for Ss. #P21Exemplar

IBPBLJill Apr 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3: Give Ss time to simmer in the ambiguity during the process & allow them to make choices. #P21Exemplar

jheyckwilliams Apr 19 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: ELL students need opportunities to use language in authentic contexts applying 4Cs #P21Exemplar

IBPBLJill Apr 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4: PBL promotes oral language acquisition b/c it begins with using the language. #P21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4: The 4 C’s of 21st century learning for ELLs https://t.co/RUeYT6Xr8t #P21Exemplar #SkillsForToday

suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4: Scaffolds like sentence stems will help ELLs (+ all learners!) get more fluent w/4Cs #P21Exemplar

ChicagoCYC Apr 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

We move our kids between neighbors for PBL - language comes with the shifts - kids teach each other #P21Exemplar

eisbergpbl Apr 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Giving students opportunity to use language #p21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4: The 4 C’s of 21st century learning for ELLs https://t.co/RUeYT6Xr8t #P21Exemplar #SkillsForToday

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Q5: Are there community partnerships or outside organizations that help a school or district with 4Cs work? #P21Exemplar

suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A5: You mean, other than P21? ;) #P21Exemplar

incitewhite Apr 19 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5: Those that work in tandem w/Ss - Great example of an eng. class and sustainability design firm: https://t.co/QSK7SjhEu8 #P21Exemplar

JamieArmin Apr 19 @ 8:42 PM EDT

#P21Exemplar using visuals whenever possible along with language for ELL. I contact my daughter(as a resource)/3rd grd T/ELL Master's deg

jheyckwilliams Apr 19 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5 @ELeducation helps schools in their network & through #LiteracyCurriculum to address the 4Cs through #PBL & authentic tasks #P21Exemplar

daylynn Apr 19 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Matching w/ community partners to help develop authentic learning experiences inherently creates a space for the 4Cs to emerge. #P21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Q5: Are there community partnerships or outside organizations that help a school or district with 4Cs work? #P21Exemplar

ChicagoCYC Apr 19 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Music with @MeritMusic - healthy lifestyle with Common Threads- STEAM with @MakerEdOrg - partners r key! #P21Exemplar

suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A5 Rubrics for assessing 4Cs in PBL at https://t.co/epf8vdy6N6 #P21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:43 PM EDT

From @P21Learning: Education for a Changing World - A Parents’ Guide for 21C Learning and Citizenship https://t.co/Fgj2ExJtYq #P21Exemplar

daylynn Apr 19 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Community support maps are created by @Proj_ARC #P21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Q5: Are there community partnerships or outside organizations that help a school or district with 4Cs work? #P21Exemplar

jheyckwilliams Apr 19 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A4: Meeting real needs of community partners requires creativity, collaboration, communication, & critical thinking #P21Exemplar

In reply to @daylynn

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Q6: If you had to give one piece of advice to a school or district beginning to focus on 4Cs for all, what would it be? #P21Exemplar

suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Same skills are required of partners! They may need 4Cs coaching, too #P21Exemplar

jheyckwilliams Apr 19 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A4: Meeting real needs of community partners requires creativity, collaboration, communication, & critical thinking #P21Exemplar
In reply to @daylynn

daylynn Apr 19 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Also why you can't just teach & asses one of these skills. All work in concert. Community partners are best way to exemplify it #P21Exemplar

jheyckwilliams Apr 19 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A4: Meeting real needs of community partners requires creativity, collaboration, communication, & critical thinking #P21Exemplar
In reply to @daylynn

mjgormans Apr 19 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A5: Partnering with a comuinity organization in a PBL project can be powerful in facilitating 4C skills with students. #p21exemplar

suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A6: Walk the talk. Model/use effective comm, collab, creativity, critical thinking as a staff, org #P21Exemplar

incitewhite Apr 19 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A6: Take Meryl Streep’s advice – “Start by starting.” There is a morale imperative to start, and we must not sit on our hands. #P21Exemplar

daylynn Apr 19 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Ha! @IBPBLJill 's dissertation!!! #P21Exemplar

suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:47 PM EDT
Same skills are required of partners! They may need 4Cs coaching, too #P21Exemplar
- jheyckwilliams Apr 19 @ 8:46 PM EDT
  
  A4: Meeting real needs of community partners requires creativity, collaboration, communication, & critical thinking #P21Exemplar
  In reply to @daylynn

MyTLee3 Apr 19 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Scaffolding the process. Modeling. Modeling. Modeling. Critique/feedback. Keeping it authentic. Let’s not forget reflection. #P21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Q3: Time to get concrete. How do you help diverse learners develop the 4Cs? #P21Exemplar #SkillsForToday

JamieArmin Apr 19 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Small steps and definitely start now! Utilize staff who are there for PD! #P21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Q6: If you had to give one piece of advice to a school or district beginning to focus on 4Cs for all, what would it be? #P21Exemplar

daylynn Apr 19 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Creativity does not mean a research paper in disguise. Think about where you are on Bloom's. #P21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Q6: If you had to give one piece of advice to a school or district beginning to focus on 4Cs for all, what would it be? #P21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Ten Ideas for Getting Started with 21st Century Teaching and Learning https://t.co/iHsyq41lTG #P21Exemplar #SkillsForToday

MyTLee3 Apr 19 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Just saw kindergarten students experience this last week. Keeping it real! Engaging moment. #P21Exemplar

suzieboss Apr 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: When stus connect w/experts, get them to talk abt how they use 4Cs in their work #P21Exemplar

incitewhite Apr 19 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A6: Get connected with others...like this chat! #P21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:54 PM EDT

And we must provide a rationale: @OECDEduSkills The case for 21st-century learning https://t.co/GgLzwOvgw1 #P21Exemplar #SkillsForToday

jheyckwilliams Apr 19 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A6: Engage in the work as a learning community. As educators we have to have a #GrowthMindset towards our work #P21Exemplar

DavidPBLRoss - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Hey y’all, I’m going to show critical thinking by signing off and cooking dinner for my two teen-age sons. Thanks to everyone! #P21Exemplar