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ncremeens Aug 8 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Hi! I'm Nicole. I teach 8th ELA in Central Illinois #2ndaryela

literarymaven - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome to tonight’s chat! Please introduce yourself. Tell what & where you teach. Share your blog link if you have one. #2ndaryELA

eslcarissa Aug 8 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Carissa from San Diego! Recovering hs lit Now #journalismadviser #yearbookadviser & #techliteracy I blog: https://t.co/8Vp8mNEPSd #2ndaryELA

mdshepss Aug 8 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hi, I'm Mary! I'm in TX and teach 10th grade ELA! #2ndaryela

literarymaven - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:01 PM EDT

I'm Brynn Allison, chat co-host. 9 yrs teaching HS English & reading interventions in Philly. Blog: https://t.co/cyx1WlfdS8 #2ndaryELA

HJohnsonOMS Aug 8 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hi, I'm Hannah from St. Louis, MO. I teach 6th grade ELA & just started my blog, https://t.co/iEDWiWDRms #2ndaryELA

nouvelle_ela Aug 8 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hi, y’all! I’m Danielle and I teach 8/9 ELA. I also blog at https://t.co/bPniF2r57U. Excited to be here! #2ndaryELA

KamiMulzet Aug 8 @ 8:01 PM EDT

I'm Kami - I teach 6th ELA in a suburb of Philadelphia, PA. #2ndaryela

elaclassroom Aug 8 @ 8:02 PM EDT

I'm Lauralee, and I blog at https://t.co/ziigj3075w. I teach in IL - freshmen and seniors. #2ndaryela

JJ_Burry Aug 8 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi #2ndaryela! I'm Jess- 7th grade writing teacher in Texas. My blog: https://t.co/2Yr2h2DMWx

relohaK Aug 8 @ 8:02 PM EDT

HI I'm Rosalind 6th grade ELA teacher at private school in Michigan @#2ndaryELA

2peasandadog - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Welcome everyone! Kristy, co-moderator. Middle school teacher. I blog at https://t.co/4oVU89COk3 #2ndaryela

mardieteach Aug 8 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hi! Rhonda, 7th and 8th grade English T in Ontario! #2ndaryela

relohaK Aug 8 @ 8:03 PM EDT

HI I'm Rosalind 6th grade ELA teacher at private school in Metro Detroit area Michigan #2ndaryELA

ncremeens Aug 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT

A1: Usually start w/ text & fill in standards as I go. After planning major units, I see what standards are left and work them in #2ndaryela

literarymaven - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1: When you plan, do you start with the standards? The text? The desired outcome? Why? #2ndaryELA

eslcarissa Aug 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT

A1 This has changed. Now I start with what I want the sts to learn(skill) I usually match this to a standard. Then I chunk #2ndaryELA

nouvelle_ela Aug 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT

A1 (cont): What are the steps to this outcome? This decision drives my unit design, and keeps work relevant to the goal. #2ndaryELA

nouvelle_ela Aug 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT

A1: I plan from the text and from the learning outcome. Ex. At the end of R&J, Ss should be able to analyze character. (cont) #2ndaryELA

jessica_reddout Aug 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Good evening #2ndaryela Jess, MS ELA from SC

literarymaven - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1 I usually start with the desired outcome, usually a piece of writing tied to a CCSS, then add literature and activities #2ndaryELA

JJ_Burry Aug 8 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1: I start with a combo of the standards and the desired outcome- work backwards. #2ndaryELA

literarymaven - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1: When you plan, do you start with the standards? The text? The desired outcome? Why? #2ndaryELA

KamiMulzet Aug 8 @ 8:06 PM EDT

I also plan from the text. I'm at an independent school, so lots of freedom in my curriculum. #2ndaryela

HJohnsonOMS Aug 8 @ 8:06 PM EDT

I start with data, look at standards Ss struggles with, & form instruction around needs. I follow this: https://t.co/6SOvWucs7Z #2ndaryELA

2peasandadog - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: I look at my overall & specific curriculum expectations. Then I use the backwards design process to unit plan #2ndaryela

literarymaven - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 cont. planning that way brings reading and writing together seamlessly for me #2ndaryELA

elaclassroom Aug 8 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: I start with the texts bc that is what I have to use! Then I see how I can crete to meet the standards. #2ndaryELA

mardieteach Aug 8 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 - I usually start with the text or the genre for both reading and writing. Start w/ standards for grammar instruction. #2ndaryela

mdshepss Aug 8 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: Texts are already decided so it's looking to match standards and outcomes to the texts we are reading #2ndaryela

jessica_reddout Aug 8 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: I start w/ the end in mind. I work backwards to include skills, texts, & collaborative opportunities to enhance the outcome #2ndaryela

HJohnsonOMS Aug 8 @ 8:08 PM EDT

I weave everything into this cycle #2ndaryELA

jessica_reddout Aug 8 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Including the curriculum expectations is a necessity as well. Thanks for including it. #2ndaryela

In reply to @2peasandadog

literarymaven - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Q2: What’s your approach to planning when there are texts you are required to teach? #2ndaryELA

ncremeens Aug 8 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A2: I'm fortunate that I don't have any required texts in my district. I get complete freedom to choose what texts to use. #2ndaryela

eslcarissa Aug 8 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A2 1st I look at the yr as a whole 2nd I look at what skills / standards reed to be covered 3rd See what skills best fit texts #2ndaryELA

AssignmentHelpN Aug 8 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A Writer’s Guide to Difference Between Editing and Proofreading https://t.co/wq0uN2w2rg #edulive #2ndaryELA #5thchat

nouvelle_ela Aug 8 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A2: For required texts, I follow the same path - find the outcome, break it up, and manage Ss progress through the unit. #2ndaryELA

nouvelle_ela Aug 8 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Amazing! Thanks for sharing! #2ndaryELA

In reply to @HJohnsonOMS

jessica_reddout Aug 8 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Great visual for taking a look at lesson ELA lesson planning #2ndaryela

HJohnsonOMS Aug 8 @ 8:08 PM EDT

I weave everything into this cycle #2ndaryELA

literarymaven - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A2 Pair the required text w/interesting shorter texts & activities to engage students. Required texts aren't always a bad thing #2ndaryELA

jen_roble Aug 8 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: I start w/looking at standards & desired outcomes-then gather texts that my Ss might want to pick from, & plan from there.#2ndaryela

HJohnsonOMS Aug 8 @ 8:11 PM EDT

I am lucky to choose my own texts which change each year depending on our mission statement and current events #2ndaryELA

literarymaven - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A2 cont Sometimes complete autonomy can be overwhelming, especially as a new teacher so required texts eliminate some decisions #2ndaryELA

jessica_reddout Aug 8 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A2: for required texts, I use S data to drive the scaffolding & path of instruction. #2ndaryela

mardieteach Aug 8 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A2 #2ndaryela - I have no required texts. I'm free to choose, but limited by what we have in the school.

JJ_Burry Aug 8 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A2: There aren't any texts I'm required to teach. #2ndaryELA

literarymaven - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Q2: What’s your approach to planning when there are texts you are required to teach? #2ndaryELA

EduGladiators Aug 8 @ 8:12 PM EDT

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mdshepss Aug 8 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A2: Look at what was done previously w the text 2 meet standards, then do my own digging to see if there's any innovation to add #2ndaryela

jessica_reddout Aug 8 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A2: we must use the required text but we cannot use the same lesson plan as previous year b/c we have a new population #2ndaryela

2peasandadog - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2: I read the texts before I need to teach them whenever possible #2ndaryELA

jen_roble Aug 8 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2: I had texts I was required to teach but presented a plan to give Ss choice. Now I can offer a large list for Ss to pick from. #2ndaryela

mardieteach Aug 8 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Me too, but money for new texts is always an issue. #2ndaryela

In reply to @ncremeens

KamiMulzet Aug 8 @ 8:13 PM EDT

I've had to teach books that I didn't choose. I have to feel passion for a text, so I spend time figuring out how to love it. #2ndaryela

a2matthew Aug 8 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2: Hi all, sorry for being late. My name is Matt and my blog is https://t.co/8CihCBUoCr #2ndaryELA

literarymaven - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Q3: What does the structure of a single lesson plan look like for you? #2ndaryELA

ncremeens Aug 8 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A3: I use Planbook & all lessons have same parts - loosely follow r/w workshop format - usually bell work, model, sm group, apply #2ndaryela

massignmenthelp Aug 8 @ 8:15 PM EDT

7 Ways to Increase Your Presentation Skills https://t.co/UarJ4jpltD #edulive #2ndaryELA #5thchat

eslcarissa Aug 8 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A3 My plans are skeletons The flesh is the assignments Here’s a lesson I sent for an observation Not much w/o attachments #2ndaryELA

nouvelle_ela Aug 8 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Glad to have you! #2ndaryELA

In reply to @a2matthew

MrsJELA219 Aug 8 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A1: My schools requires us to adapt/adopt the modules, so that's my starting point. #2ndaryELA

nouvelle_ela Aug 8 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A3: A single lesson consists of IN (anticipation/bellwork), THROUGH (guided instruction), and OUT (ind. practice). #2ndaryELA

literarymaven - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A3 Warm-up, Direct Instruction (if needed), then group, pair, and/or independent practice, and end with an Exit Ticket #2ndaryELA

a2matthew Aug 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: I seek what I call "ways in". Every text has multiple ways to love it, so I seek those when reading something required #2ndaryELA

2peasandadog - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A3: Average lesson looks like warm up to gain interest, lesson content and practice variety. Trying to use the workshop model. #2ndaryela

jspaff_teach Aug 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Jumping in. Jeff from San Jose, teaching 8th grade core. #2ndaryELA

mdshepss Aug 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A3: A bell ringer, at least 2 different activities depending on the lesson, and a reflective closure on google forms #2ndaryela

jessica_reddout Aug 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A3: Essential ? Belk Work Before reading/writing During reading/writing After reading/writing Exit slip #2ndaryELA

JenRoberts1 Aug 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Showing my Ss that issues they are passionate about now have a history they can read. https://t.co/ofytDtf2bd #engchat #2ndaryELA #reading

HJohnsonOMS Aug 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A3: Ss explore text first, gather & discuss, then Ss choose how to practice & apply w/ authentic projects #makeitreal #2ndaryELA

a2matthew Aug 8 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A3: That is mine, though I also add bridges to previous and future lessons at the beginning and end #2ndaryELA

literarymaven - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A3 Warm-up, Direct Instruction (if needed), then group, pair, and/or independent practice, and end with an Exit Ticket #2ndaryELA

JJ_Burry Aug 8 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A3: Unit/day Obj. Bellringer Activity (I do/We do/You do) Questions Vocab Check for Understanding Extensions Notes #2ndaryELA

literarymaven - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Q3: What does the structure of a single lesson plan look like for you? #2ndaryELA

MrsJELA219 Aug 8 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: even though I am tied to using the modules, I am glad I can choose between the included novels! #2ndaryELA

jen_roble Aug 8 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A3: Ss use a work plan to guide choices as they move forward at their own pace. Lessons are generally targeted based on need. #2ndaryela

jessica_reddout Aug 8 @ 8:18 PM EDT

I also use many forms of cooperative learning to help S's talk & interact w/ their learning #2ndaryELA

jspaff_teach Aug 8 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A1: desired outcome bc who clear vision or direction, it's not meaningful. Standards will fit in somehow. #2ndaryELA

jspaff_teach Aug 8 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Thanks! Excited to chat #2ndaryela

In reply to @literarymaven

HJohnsonOMS Aug 8 @ 8:19 PM EDT

That's my goal this year. More personalized pathways and less whole-class lessons #2ndaryela

In reply to @jen_roble

literarymaven - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Q4: How do you assess throughout a unit to ensure that your lessons are helping students reach the end goal? #2ndaryELA

ncremeens Aug 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A4: short quizzes, exit tickets, discussions, conferences w/ sm groups & individuals to see how they are meeting goals #2ndaryela

eslcarissa Aug 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A4 Class starts w/ a quick quiz that shows what they retained from the last lesson Plus lots of small tasks I can check in 1on1 #2ndaryELA

KamiMulzet Aug 8 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3: For some books, we read together. Students write questions and/or comments to contribute. I use exit tix, or journals. #2ndaryela

literarymaven - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A4 Reviewing independent work, daily exit tickets, shorter writing pieces building up to final one, skill based assessments #2ndaryELA

MrsJELA219 Aug 8 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3: do now, demonstrate/model, partner work, independent assignment #2ndaryELA

HJohnsonOMS Aug 8 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A4: entrance & exit tickets, conferencing, and lots of informal checks throughout #2ndaryELA

jessica_reddout Aug 8 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A4: I assess through continual observation & conferences. Exit slips & personal reflection allow me to asses each days purpose #2ndaryELA

relohaK Aug 8 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A4: Reading responses #2ndaryELA

jen_roble Aug 8 @ 8:22 PM EDT

I'm so excited about my plans this year. Started personalized learning last year & stepping things up this fall. #2ndaryela

In reply to @HJohnsonOMS

mdshepss Aug 8 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A4: exit tickets, Kahoot/Quizziz, small creative projects. This year I want to try reader conferences. #2ndaryela

KamiMulzet Aug 8 @ 8:22 PM EDT

I use many of those methods, and also the class blog for further online discussions. #2ndaryela

HJohnsonOMS Aug 8 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Reflection is critical! #2ndaryela

In reply to @jessica_reddout

jessica_reddout Aug 8 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Small groups can give Ts a lot of insight into the learning. I work with small groups each week. #2ndaryela

In reply to @ncremeens

a2matthew Aug 8 @ 8:23 PM EDT

I learned from the Oregon Writing Project is to have students create pieces that can be used on the final assessment throughtout #2ndaryELA

2peasandadog - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A4: Lots of mini assessments. Also try to conference with students regularly. Don't grade everything. https://t.co/aH7V7DsIfc #2ndaryela

jspaff_teach Aug 8 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2: meaningful S-centered strategies always involved regardless of required or non-rq texts. #2ndaryELA

a2matthew Aug 8 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A4: By doing that I can see their understanding of the key elements of my final assessment. #2ndaryELA

jessica_reddout Aug 8 @ 8:23 PM EDT

I'm going to start S blogs this year. I'm really looking forward to it. #2ndaryela

In reply to @KamiMulzet

mardieteach Aug 8 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3 - Start w/ learning goal & something to engage, model, pair practice, ind. practice, end w/ success criteria #2ndaryela

jen_roble Aug 8 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A4: Individual Ss conferences, exit tickets, Ss reflections, mini portfolios to demonstrate learning for each book, writing, etc. #2ndaryela

literarymaven - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q5: What advice would you give to teachers struggling to plan a unit or an entire curriculum? #2ndaryELA

ncremeens Aug 8 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A5: Some helpful blogs/articles 4 planning r/w wrkshp - https://t.co/qYnwn7TMcr https://t.co/GFr9wxXNBc https://t.co/4oMlWgcmvS #2ndaryela

eslcarissa Aug 8 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A5 #KnowYourEnemy Cant Divvy it up? Hate the text? Weird standard? Too much content? Once you get your issue its easier to tackle #2ndaryELA

nouvelle_ela Aug 8 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A5: Start with one learning outcome per unit (Ss will be able to... embed a quote to support ideas) and work from there. #2ndaryELA

MrsJELA219 Aug 8 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A4: close monitoring, @GoogleForEdu app work via Classroom, homework assignments, exit tickets, quizzes, etc #2ndaryELA

jessica_reddout Aug 8 @ 8:25 PM EDT

#kagan Yes! I use structures every day & they have transformed my teaching and classroom #2ndaryela

In reply to @HJohnsonOMS

HJohnsonOMS Aug 8 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Mini assessments as well as assessments that give immediate feedback are great! #2ndaryela

In reply to @2peasandadog

2peasandadog - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A5: Try these tips and start small https://t.co/vXsYtaUmcn #2ndaryELA

literarymaven - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A5 Look at what's out there online for inspiration. Don't be afraid to pay for resources, but only if you know they're good #2ndaryELA

a2matthew Aug 8 @ 8:26 PM EDT

As cliche as it is, backwards planning. Start with what you want them to know, figure out the assessment, and then plan. #2ndaryELA

jessica_reddout Aug 8 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A5: do not get overwhelmed by trying to add in the latest tech or strategies. Use what is going to be successful for current S's #2ndaryela

mdshepss Aug 8 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A5: Don't feel like you have to do it alone. Ask colleagues for help. Join online groups for yr content. Reach out in some way. #2ndaryela

a2matthew Aug 8 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A5: Also, talk to your colleagues! Teachers so often recreate wheels that are spinning right next door! #2ndaryELA

MrsJELA219 Aug 8 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A5: Know what you want the outcome to be and create steps along the way for instruction and assessment. #2ndaryELA

HJohnsonOMS Aug 8 @ 8:27 PM EDT

My advice would be pick a year-long theme (my mission statement is below) & tie everything to it. #MakeItReal #2ndaryELA #Agentsofchange

HJohnsonOMS Aug 8 @ 8:27 PM EDT

I love #googleclassroom #2ndaryela

In reply to @MrsJELA219, @GoogleForEdu

jen_roble Aug 8 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A5: Scour the web for connections & resources, ask for help, & remember it takes time. #2ndaryela

KamiMulzet Aug 8 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Give the students more power. They can contribute questions, create interactions, and quizzes that deepen understanding. #2ndaryela

literarymaven - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

8:30 Thanks for chatting with us tonight. Here’s a sneak peek at next week’s chat #2ndaryELA

jspaff_teach Aug 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3: Warm Up; Dir. Instruction; Discussion; Partner Work; Reflection #2ndaryela

literarymaven - Moderator Aug 8 @ 8:31 PM EDT

8:31 And don't forget #2ndaryELA You can join us on FB to continue the conversation all week long https://t.co/p48Rqn7hbe

KamiMulzet Aug 8 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Thanks so much! #2ndaryela

HJohnsonOMS Aug 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

#StudentChoice has completely changed my teaching. It's hard stepping aside, but Ss always go above & beyond w/ their creativity #2ndaryela

In reply to @KamiMulzet

jspaff_teach Aug 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4: Lots of formative: 1:1 conferring, circulation, check ins, exit tickets, reflections - anyway Ss can show what they know #2ndaryela

jspaff_teach Aug 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A5: Start w/end in mind; look 4 existing resources; what is the main pt. of your lesson; breathe; ask 4 help #2ndaryela

mardieteach Aug 8 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Thanks for the chat! Sorry I had to skip out early. #2ndaryELA