#WB4K Archive

Educators chatting about The Innovator's Mindset by George Courous.
Thursday March 2, 2017
8:30 PM EST
  • MrsJSweeney - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:30 PM EST
    Q1: What are the current strengths of your organization and how do you continue to help move them forward?#WB4K
  • mackenzie_ritz Mar 2 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A1: We find experts within our own walls and let them teach their skills!!! So empowering and resourceful. #westcarthageES #WB4K
  • MrsJSweeney - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A1:Our amazing & hardworking staff is for sure a strength & their willingness to try new things!Con't to model and encourage risk tkg. #WB4K
  • MrsJSweeney - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Q2: How do you find the balance between coaching and "micromanaging" to ensure students feel supported and comfortable taking risks?#WB4K
  • KMJuby Mar 2 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A1: We look for answers and ideas from those who can help. Sometimes new teachers, sometimes seasoned. #WB4K
  • KMJuby Mar 2 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A2: Modeling first, then stepping out of my comfort zone and empowering Ss to lead, guide and direct lessons, questions and thoughts. #WB4K
  • mackenzie_ritz Mar 2 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A2: Celebrate Ss strengths...focus on positives. Break the mold- embrace change. #WB4K
  • h_mono3 Mar 2 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A1: Enthusiastic teachers and their ability to help one another. Supporting one another is crucial! #WB4K
  • MrsJSweeney - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:40 PM EST
    Yes...using one another as resources is important and we must continue to cultivate this in our culture. #WB4K
    In reply to @KMJuby
  • MrsJSweeney - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:42 PM EST
    Q3: How do you model and explore new opportunities for learning in your own practice?#WB4K
  • mackenzie_ritz Mar 2 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A3: Seek advice. Accept criticism. Embrace change. #WB4K
  • KMJuby Mar 2 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A3: trying new things. #twitter, searching out new ideas and not being afraid of failure. #WB4K
  • MrsJSweeney - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:44 PM EST
    Welcome @h_mono3!!! So glad you're joining us!! #WB4K
    In reply to @h_mono3
  • mackenzie_ritz Mar 2 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A4: I see lots...QR codes, iPads, choice, flexible seating, legos, building "villages", etc. We should share out ideas! #WB4K
  • MrsJSweeney - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:48 PM EST
    Q4: What opportunities are you providing for informal learning, exploration, and "play" with new technologies in your classroom?#WB4K
  • KMJuby Mar 2 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A4: QR codes, Epic!, legos, tinker toys, lincoln logs. #WB4K
  • h_mono3 Mar 2 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A3: research and trial/error. Sometimes it takes a couple tries to find the best way. #WB4K
  • MrsJSweeney - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A3: Trying new things that R sometimes uncomfortable & out of my com. zone, but in the end #WB4K Providing opps for staff to be challenged.
  • MrsJSweeney - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:52 PM EST
    I'm ashamed to say I don't know whose using QR codes...I must see this! #WB4K
    In reply to @mackenzie_ritz
  • MrsJSweeney - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:54 PM EST
    Q5: How do you move from "standardized" to "personalized" learning opportunities for your students? How might this be done for staff?#WB4K
  • h_mono3 Mar 2 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A4: Epic! Books, arcademics math games, lego kit, academic choices #WB4K
  • mackenzie_ritz Mar 2 @ 8:57 PM EST
    A5: Take the road less traveled- use data but don't make it your focus. #WB4K
  • KMJuby Mar 2 @ 8:57 PM EST
    A5: I use books from bookbuilder with Ss names, find Ss interest and gear towards that as much as possible, math & reading groups help #WB4K
  • MrsJSweeney - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:58 PM EST
    A4:From a leadership side, handing out a Twitter Bingo bd @ the FM...😊 Love that they're willing to learn like the Ss #WestCarthageES #WB4K