Our chat will focus on the idea that we can lead and make positive change from any position in our school systems. Leadership is not about a title, it is a way of thinking and acting.
Ryan from IL, business & tech teacher on for a brief 15 minutes before heading out on the Easter egg hunt and just finished my first #EpilepsyAwareness podcast episode #LeadLAP
Hi everyone! Colleen from Omaha. Former kdg T. Current author, speaker, consultant, and zoo keeper. We are anxiously awaiting the bunny in my house. #LEADlap
Q1: Every strong classroom starts with a strong culture. What is your plan, as a leader, to develop strong classroom culture at the beginning of year (class or school wide)? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
Q1: Every strong classroom starts with a strong culture. What is your plan, as a leader, to develop strong classroom culture at the beginning of year (class or school wide)? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
Q1: Every strong classroom starts with a strong culture. What is your plan, as a leader, to develop strong classroom culture at the beginning of year (class or school wide)? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A1: It starts with that first day...do you have a regular staff meeting or do you create an experience, an adventure? If we want teachers to be inventive, we as site leaders need to jump in first!
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Q1: Every strong classroom starts with a strong culture. What is your plan, as a leader, to develop strong classroom culture at the beginning of year (class or school wide)? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A1: This year I spent time at the beginning of the semester getting to know my Ss through a selfie project - starting with mine. I also allow them to choose specific topics they want to cover. #LeadLAP
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A1: Exploring an idea that I got from @MGeoghegan22 & @casehighprinc to not have teachers teach any curriculum the 1st three days of school and just focus on building culture and community with their students! #leadlap
A1: First and foremost you must try to connect and get to know each student. Building culture is about relationships and trust. Start the year with fun and relationship building activities #LeadLAP
#leadlap Q1 It's always good to start by asking the students to explain the"great problem" they plan or hope to address or solve. This gives the teachers a reference when designing lessons for the year.
A1 Start by working on the relationships, get to know the Ss, them to know each other, activities to build connections and comfort, I spend a lot more time on this starting day 1 #leadlap#EDUProtocols
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
A1: I think a culture is established on a common vision. EMPOWER STUDENTS to develop this vision and ID components necc for that culture to thrive. #LeadLAP#studentvoice
Q1: Every strong classroom starts with a strong culture. What is your plan, as a leader, to develop strong classroom culture at the beginning of year (class or school wide)? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A1 One goal I have for myself is to really build a culture of sharing, WE-ness, OUR kids, etc. Going to harness the power of #flipgrid for weekly district dialogue topics for teachers. Model giving teachers a voice since we want to amplify student voice #leadlap#educprotocols
A1: I like to bring the big year end events where kids bond to the beginning of the year. The swim party, the class trip, the big project. #EduProtocols#LeadLap
A1: We encourage our teachers to build relationships and create collaborative commitments with each of their classes. Those that truly buy into it find that they have fewer issues. You may lose a class day to get it done, but saves so much work down the line. #LeadLAP
A1: In the Rapport chapter of #tlap I have a whole section devoted to "My First 3 Days." Investing time at the start of the year to build culture will pay dividends ALL YEAR LONG. (and Day 1 is Play Doh! Makers not memorizers!) #LeadLAP#EDUProtocols
A1: #cultureovercuricculum Take the time at the beginning of the year to build collaborative community of trust & belonging- before jumping into content. W/O much content could be missed. #leadlap#eduprotocols
Q1: Every strong classroom starts with a strong culture. What is your plan, as a leader, to develop strong classroom culture at the beginning of year (class or school wide)? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
Q1: Every strong classroom starts with a strong culture. What is your plan, as a leader, to develop strong classroom culture at the beginning of year (class or school wide)? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
This year I started by spending the first two weeks a building classroom community. I usually jump right in to curriculum. It made all the difference in students coming together faster and getting beyond their shyness. #leadlap#EduProtocols#tlap
A1: I truly believe culture is the most important thing in a school- #growthmindset for students and staff... take time to grow it authentically! #LeadLAP
#leadlap Q1 It's always good to start by asking the students to explain the"great problem" they plan or hope to address or solve. This gives the teachers a reference when designing lessons for the year.
A1- Relationships 1st (and 2nd)... build relationships with T's and S's.. make the first day exciting and memorable. For Staff, I modeled lots of new ways to First Day- T's used lots of those ideas in their classrooms... #LeadLAP#Eduprotocol
A1: first step is intentionally getting to know your Ss and setting up a classroom where failing is encouraged, growth mindset and being willing to try is encouraged #leadlap
A1. As a leader I encourage my teachers to forget the class rules review and take the time to learn about your kids, but more importantly let them learn about you. Let your students see that you are a real person and you will invest in them. #leadlap
A1: I have used the First Six Weeks of School since I began teaching, and while I don't use the exact format anymore, I still spend that entire month team building with games, practicing collaboration, making our class expectations together, and sharing our goals #LeadLAP
Create a culture where learning cascades across the whole of the organization, at all levels. One built upon trust & psychological safety that allows for experimentation & discovery learning, greater idea flows (internal/external), & positive candor. #leadlap
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
Q1: As a 1st g T, we learn names at the beginning of the year and learn about our friends. Was glad to see I was doing something right. We also sing We Are Family everyday and I keep a poster with that in my classroom to refer to. #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
A1: As a Teacher, I'd what them to trust me but I'd also want them to know that this year, this experience is going to be nothing like anything they've ever encountered #LeadLAP
A1: Next year’s plan is to kick off with discussion about building vision, culture, and discuss commitments and non-negotiables. An important conversation to build a strong building culture. #LeadLAP
A1: start with an activity that makes it clear I care about them as people and am invested in learning who they are. Syllabus and classroom “rules” are never the focus of the start. #leadlap#eduprotocols
A1 Devloping a relationship with every student is key. But, you also must promote relationships Student to student. Thankfully my students are very supportive of each other 😀 #LeadLAP
A1:As a leader you need to develop a positive culture among your teachers. When teachers work together it builds a stronger culture in every classroom. Culture starts with the leader of the building. Start the year with team building activities and "together time." #leadlap
A1 - Listen. Find out what makes them tick. Listen to that. Talk about that. Ask about that. Be welcoming. Learn how to do favors for them based on what they like. Delight. #leadlap
A1: This year I started by spending the first two weeks building classroom community. I usually jump right in to curriculum. It made all the difference in students coming together faster and getting beyond their shyness. #leadlap#EduProtocols#tlap#edchat
A1: Will be starting my 2nd year next year, plan on continuing to build relationships, defining goals/vision of quality of instruction right away. #LeadLAP
A1 - I teach at a private Christian school, I always choose one verse to be our year theme, it is our wallpaper, it is our password, it is our reference 4 the year! #LEADLAP
A1 we need to take the time to let teacher collaborate around classroom culture and classroom management. We have School Wide #PBIS framework to support ALL Students and Staff. Still working on the mindset and language around students that need more support. #LeadLAP#APBS2018
A1: For me, culture starts at the front door. We greet them as they come in, doing whatever it takes to let them know and help them FEEL that they belong and they matter. Every child. Every day. (grass skirt optional!). #leadlap
Absolutely! We've gone zip-lining, conquered an escape room, attended a pirate adventure dinner, and done a painting class...they were all tied to the theme for the year!
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A1: My plan for building a strong classroom culture is to lead with legitimacy and authenticity. I will be able to offer an explanation to students for every classroom decision based on principles, not arbitrary preferences. #leadlap
A1: Building relationships and getting Ss to help set culture of growth and collaboration. Also take some time to let them know this class may be different than what school has been like before #LeadLAP
A1: I start by creating a solid team, or family. I emphasize that we are together in this journey. I tell them how much they mean to me and that I hope to learn from them as well. #LeadLAP
My first admin always told us- he didn’t want to see dive into content for the first few weeks- Culture is THAT important. Without that foundation of trusting culture- much of content will be lost anyway. #leadlap#eduprotocols
A1: In the Rapport chapter of #tlap I have a whole section devoted to "My First 3 Days." Investing time at the start of the year to build culture will pay dividends ALL YEAR LONG. (and Day 1 is Play Doh! Makers not memorizers!) #LeadLAP#EDUProtocols
A1:As a leader you need to develop a positive culture among your teachers. When teachers work together it builds a stronger culture in every classroom. Culture starts with the leader of the building. Start the year with team building activities and "together time." #leadlap
A1. Yup, I am sure it doesn't start with desks in straight lines and worksheets and thick textbooks being passed out. How many classrooms across US will still be like this? >YOU< amazing teachers are changing this! #LeadLAP
A1: I always spend the first week creating my classroom culture! We intentionally focus on sharing about ourselves, establishing class expectations, & participating in team building activities! It’s about bonding as a classroom family!! #LeadLAP
Darn we have to leave earlier. I'll talk to everyone later. Please spread our new @DonorsChoose we have the 5x match and are using #XPLAP for Financial Literacy. Sorry everyone. https://t.co/teJqiPG1nm#LeadLAP
A1). start with a selfie-story...Ss take a selfie and describe something unique about themselves...share with classmates=> Built the culture of empathy/understanding #LEADLAP
A1 be visible, interact with Ss, ongoing activities to build those relationships, need culture first, get culture from relationships, learn and grow together #leadlap
A1: Before my littles have their official first day, they have four half days in the summer to learn about school and they have a 1:1 meeting with me and their families. I need to make sure I'm using this time to build relationships and really know the kids for day 1 #LeadLAP
Q1: Every strong classroom starts with a strong culture. What is your plan, as a leader, to develop strong classroom culture at the beginning of year (class or school wide)? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
I love starting the school year with morning meeting for the first quarter and then spacing it out during the rest of the year. Students need a place to share and have fun together in order to develop relationships. #leadlap
As a district leader, I believe part of my responsibility is to facilitate learning int he summer for our administration that models the type of learning we all want in schools for teachers and students to start the school year. Engaged learning builds culture! #leadlap
A1 For the first three weeks in my high school English classes, it’s all about building relationships. This is where we build our community, our learning family. #LeadLAP
#leadlap A1 Start from day one asking "What good thing did you experience today" and always keep the conversation positive for the students. Let them see their successes.
A1 Build relationships&keep it REAL! I think that’s the key—go beyond your favorite color&open opportunities for kids (& staff) to share their❤️.
Run activities through the Be REAL filter.😜
Relatable
Expose Vulnerability
Approachable
Learning through life
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A1: I have used the First Six Weeks of School since I began teaching, and while I don't use the exact format anymore, I still spend that entire month team building with games, practicing collaboration, making our class expectations together, and sharing our goals #LeadLAP
A1.2: Create a culture in the school and classrooms that encourages students and staff to follow their passion and pursue dreams they never thought were possible #leadlap
A1.2: Create a culture in the school and classrooms that encourages students and staff to follow their passion and pursue dreams they never thought were possible #leadlap
a1: I set aside the "curriculum" the first week to focus on teaching kids HOW to learn, think, collaborate, share and use tech at a high level: I call this Smart Start. #leadLAP#eduprotocols
A1- ok this might seem strange but I am going to have all of my students take the enneagram test next year. This will help me to understand their personalities to their core and will help me know how to work with each student. #leadlap
A1-I feel that it starts before students and staff walk in the door. Make those early contacts and connections to help develop a team that feels they have a purpose in your building #LeadLAP
A1- We were just talking about modeling restorative Justice circles and community meetings with staff at BOY. You get more of what you model, notice and expect. #LeadLAP
A1) I love doing team-based projects at the beginning of the year and also allowing students to share and make connections with @Flipgrid book suggestions and Genius Hour projects. My School also has @RCAExperience like houses that helps breed school community #leadlap
A1: For my staff, it'll begin at the retreat. We had a blast my first year. Need to step up the game for year two. It was a great time of building rapport as well as demonstrating what expectations for the year would be. #LeadLAP
#EduProtocols#LeadLAP A1 Typically I have parents and learners complete a questionnaire to tell me more about them as well as their family. I didn’t do this this year and regret it. It has been a big help in getting to know the community in our room which leads to culture bldg.
A1: I assigned a @Flipgrid get-to-know-you assignment. I showed them that I valued their videos by commenting for weeks afterward about what I had learned about each of them. #LeadLAP
First an foremost it is about relationships. You need to get know your Ss as ppl, not just as Ss. I try to make my Ss feel safe, I want them to feel like they can take risks. We have a motto in our class, "it is ok to fail, actually, I want you to." #leadlap
A1: My year starts with kids being stranded on an island where they need to count on one another to succeed. They grow together, learn one another’s strengths, and problem solve as a team. #leadlap
A1: hand out passes to allow Ts to “fail”. Dare them to dream big and be okay stepping out of their comfort zone- that’s where the magic happens. WAIT! No- changed my mind... a Magic Show!#LeadLAP
Morning all! Eric from Sacramento - HS English teacher. A1: Start off building relationships for the 1st 3 days. Besides what's been said, I have them write down their on-campus activities and go to as many as possible in first month. Say hey to them or cheer loudly #leadlap
A1(2): Have students be able to set their own goals for the class. What do they want to learn? What do they hope to get out of our experiences together? How can I help them achieve their goals. #leadlap
A1: A culture built on a list of rules and expectations is not one I want to learn in so why would my students? The start of school must be about relationship building and inspiration elevation. Who do we want to be as a community? #LeadLAP#eduprotocols
A1: Emphasizing the importance of t to st relationships is key as is creating opportunities for teachers to learn how their peers build these relationships. I share PL articles with teachers as part of goody bags and with their eval reports related to classroom culture.
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
A1 What if we FLIPPED the process and had teacher/principals reflect at the end of the year around what kind of classroom/school culture they had and Why? We all want the best when we start the year but we need to reflect more on what we create each year #LeadLAP#kidsdeserveit
Amazing that we are on the same page with this one- I would push for more than one week, though- can start adding in content week two- but still not the focus. #leadlap#eduprotocols
a1: I set aside the "curriculum" the first week to focus on teaching kids HOW to learn, think, collaborate, share and use tech at a high level: I call this Smart Start. #leadLAP#eduprotocols
What we look for to be modeled in the classroom, cannot just be in the classroom, rather it must be modeled at all levels of the organization. Creative and innovative classrooms at scale are a result of a creative and innovative way of working as an organization. #leadlap
A1b: Empathy is a critical component of culture, begin every class with a restorative check-in question, circle up, & allow kids to share w/ ea other... When we value ea other, we can accomplish that much more TOGETHER #LeadLAP#restorativepractices
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A1(2): Have students be able to set their own goals for the class. What do they want to learn? What do they hope to get out of our experiences together? How can I help them achieve their goals? #leadlap
A1: As a district leader, I believe part of my responsibility is to facilitate learning in the summer for our administration that models the type of learning we all want in schools for teachers and students to start the school year. Engaged learning builds culture! #leadlap
Q2: Michael Fullan has said that educators are “overly dependent” on “corporately designed lesson plans” - what’s your take on that, based on what you see in classrooms? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A1: Also, share that this is the class that they will find their voice (and have opportunities to use it), as well as promising to create a safe environment for them to be who they are. Remind them of that throughout the year. #leadlap
I have thought about this idea- like when I wrote a letter to my “future self” in HS. Staff can do it at end of year and receive it at the beginning of the next. #leadlap
Q2: Michael Fullan has said that educators are “overly dependent” on “corporately designed lesson plans” - what’s your take on that, based on what you see in classrooms? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A2: There are educators who are literally lost without their textbooks &/or scripted lesson plans. Know computer Ts who can’t teach latest MS pkg w/o the book. Seriously. If Ts want to refer to a book, fine, but let the creativity loose. Company lesson plans are static. #LeadLAP
That's an awesome adventure-started and true analogy for what a classroom is! Unless we begin to learn to wave down ships (in other classrooms and places) throughout the year! LOVE! #LeadLAP
Q2: Michael Fullan has said that educators are “overly dependent” on “corporately designed lesson plans” - what’s your take on that, based on what you see in classrooms? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A1: As a coach, I listen listen listen to my Ts. Build them up, ask for their input and feedback regularly. Co_teach . We are in this journey together #LeadLAP
A1: during the first couple of weeks, it’s all about building relationships with the students and creating a safe space where they can make mistakes, work together and it’s a time for creating a vision for the year. #leadlap
Q1: Every strong classroom starts with a strong culture. What is your plan, as a leader, to develop strong classroom culture at the beginning of year (class or school wide)? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A2: I have seen teachers become overly-reliant on the Teachers' Manual because it's easy...it's safe...it doesn't require much extra effort...
I love teachers who use the TM as kindling...
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Q2: Michael Fullan has said that educators are “overly dependent” on “corporately designed lesson plans” - what’s your take on that, based on what you see in classrooms? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
What we look for to be modeled in the classroom, cannot just be in the classroom, rather it must be modeled at all levels of the organization. Creative and innovative classrooms at scale are a result of a creative and innovative way of working as an organization. #leadlap
A2: I agreed with Fullan and I think the plans are crap! Lesson plans need some structure and there must be a plan, but the process is too much!. What do we want and how do we get there. Plans should help teachers teach #LeadLAP
A2. When a new teacher begins a road map to success might be a carefully designed roadmap until he/she gets their feet wet. Challenge occurs they remain stuck doing that . #LeadLAP
A2 - easy way for teachers who put no effort into day - but not even possible if you wish to meet the individual needs & create a creative environment #LEADLAP
#leadlap Lesson plans should tell you what skills to teach. How you teach them is up to the teacher. Each lesson should be unique and tailored to the student (s).
A2: One of many things I love about #EduProtocols is that they are not cut and paste teaching. They are frames...they can be adapted and modified by the master practitioner...YOU! #LeadLAP#tlaphttps://t.co/YlfYiPaL1F
A1: Everyday is an opportunity! I don’t believe in start & finish dates for the year or culture - it’s the expectation that we bring it each & everyday! #LeadLAP
A2: To me, it's not about developing a nice looking plan. It's about being able to make connections with students to drive their learning. A plan is only as effective as the ultimate destination. Let students drive learning and see where you end up! #leadlap
A1: Everyday is an opportunity! I don’t believe in start & finish dates for the year or culture - it’s the expectation that we bring it each & everyday! #LeadLAP
A2. I don’t think you can design your lesson plans until you know your students. Every learning style is different and until you know how your students learn you can’t really teach them. #leadlap
It is no longer enough to just focus on sustaining “best” practices. We live in a world of accelerated change, which requires not only use of “best” practices but engaging learning that leads to “next” practices, new learning, new knowledge. #leadlap
Q2: Michael Fullan has said that educators are “overly dependent” on “corporately designed lesson plans” - what’s your take on that, based on what you see in classrooms? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A2: We just rewrote curriculum and chose to use our own resources. There are teachers still wanting a book to "guide their practice”. I say let the Ss voice lead the practice! #leadlap
A2: I feel the same way about canned lesson plans as I do about canned programs. That's not where the magic lies. It lies within the teacher and their ability to create the right experiences for their students. #LeadLAP
A2 I know there are a lot of Ts that go directly by the book, I think because some feel that it is the "right" way to teach, can become too dependent on teaching it and not teaching the Ss, in ways that meet their needs/interests. #LeadLAP#EDUProtocols
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
A2 I'm not sure what a corporately designed LP is? Is that a powerpoint from a publisher? or Students answering Qs from the textbook? I see much more creativity in today's classrooms. #LeadLAP
Q2: Michael Fullan has said that educators are “overly dependent” on “corporately designed lesson plans” - what’s your take on that, based on what you see in classrooms? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A1 I'm a believer in @responsiveclass First 6 Weeks of School philosophy. Relationships, community, routines & procedures. Setting stage in beginning gets more in the end. #leadlap
a2 I was noticing my Ss responding well to inquiry lessons I wrote, but needed a textbook that could do the same thing and coherently connect topics. #leadlap
A2: Expectations set by testing & accompanying accountability measures have created schools/Ts who fee they don't have latitude to experiment/utilize teachable moments. Takes all the joy out of the work. We have to give our Ts/Ss permission to work outside that mindset. #LeadLAP
A2: Most of my colleagues don't follow our assigned curriculum as written...we design with our kids in mind, which doesn't happen when we follow plans written by a publisher in their office (who have never met our class). #LeadLAP
Q2: Michael Fullan has said that educators are “overly dependent” on “corporately designed lesson plans” - what’s your take on that, based on what you see in classrooms? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A2: I feel the same way about canned lesson plans as I do about canned programs. That's not where the magic lies. It lies within the teacher and their ability to create the right experiences for their students. #LeadLAP
I love that the emphasis is on who we are as people, not robots who consume information every hour of every day. We all have ups and downs and teaching children how to notice and respond to different emotions held by different people could move mountains... #LeadLAP
A2 Happily most of our staff do not open a text book on chapter 1 and go from there. Most design their own content, activities, hands on learning based on the curriculum expectations. #LeadLAP
A1: Everyday is an opportunity! I don’t believe in start & finish dates for the year or culture - it’s the expectation that we bring it each & everyday! #LeadLAP
A2 The lesson plans in book should be a reference, a way to get started especially for new Ts or new to the book series, but only a brief reference, need to create our own plan based on Ss #LeadLAP
A2. Collaboration is great BUT creating identical, ditto copied lessons is boring. This type of planning strips away creative thinking opportunities for our kiddos. #LeadLAP
Q2: Michael Fullan has said that educators are “overly dependent” on “corporately designed lesson plans” - what’s your take on that, based on what you see in classrooms? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A2: As an educator for 24 years. We had to lesson design, create, build, so that is just how I work...I notice an over-dependence on what publishers provide or TPT...resistance to creating. Page a day. Many are looking for a quick fix. #heartbreaks#LeadLAP#eduprotocols
A2-At times, yes. Some may focus mainly on the when and what rather than the how. We get a little more creative on our ideas when we collaborate on the how #LeadLAP
#leadlap Q2 For the curriculum to be meaningful and purposeful, student data and teacher reflection should be considered when designing each. The curriculum and lesson plans should be fliud and flexible!
A2- whole heartedly agree. I didn’t even crack open the text books. I had a guide on when to teach which standards and from there I created my own lessons. #leadlap
A2 - Hmm... Sometimes I have found my best lessons in "corporate" LPs. But the more one teaches, reads, learns, the more one is able to filter and know what will be best for a group. Some of those corporate lessons have been created by progressive Ts. #LeadLAP
#leadlap A2 Teachers have been conditioned to be dependent on corporate lesson plans and resources , but that is changing! Admin have given T’s permission (& directives)to deviate—and it’s great!!
And teachers are embracing this everywhere! We are seeing modifications and iterations across the country. We've posted some on https://t.co/vBlKsmldED to share out. We want to empower teachers to find their own creativity in teaching! #EduProtocols#LeadLAP
A2: Sometimes Ts don't feel like they can use their own creativity. I want to model "outside the box" teaching during PD/staff meetings to show that it is ok to spice it up. #LeadLAP
A2. It’s important for grade level PLCs to be on the same page as they lead out their work. I support their collaborative work to build lesson plans together. I’m not a fan of simply implementing “publisher” created plans. #leadlap
Q2: Michael Fullan has said that educators are “overly dependent” on “corporately designed lesson plans” - what’s your take on that, based on what you see in classrooms? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A2: If this is happening it’s a result of poorly done evaluations, a faculty that doesn’t love what they do & poor PD. I’ll steer clear of working in those buildings. The only boxed curriculum in my room are the books & supplies I pack up for summer. #leadlap#eduprotocols
Q2: Michael Fullan has said that educators are “overly dependent” on “corporately designed lesson plans” - what’s your take on that, based on what you see in classrooms? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
a2 Now that I have gone through the textbook once & have a sense of key content connections, I am able to re-insert STEM connections I wrote without detracting from content. #leadlap
A2: I think a lot of us have gotten into the habit of "give me the book" or "the slide" that tells me what to say on Monday and then on Tuesday... easier but not better #LeadLAP
Agreed, but I do still believe holding the conversation of what it looks like/sounds like to be a supporter of everyone's learning is super important. #LeadLAP
A1: At the start of the year, in lieu of a big all-school assembly, I go to every classroom for a mini-assembly so I can truly see and speak with ALL students. #LeadLAP
Q1: Every strong classroom starts with a strong culture. What is your plan, as a leader, to develop strong classroom culture at the beginning of year (class or school wide)? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
I recently observed my HS Ss reading three different books in three different classes. More curricular alignment and planning time is definitely needed. #LeadLap
A2- I'm seeing a little of both, but some T's are taking risks and changing it up- 1st is doing contraction 'surgery' this week- her enthusiasm and risk taking is becoming contagious- creating #TLap culture #LeadLap#EduProtocols
A2: Being a new teacher is overwhelming. You do what you can to get through the day. Unfortunately, that can build a habit of dependency. Support your new teachers by sharing your best stuff and co-create lessons with them. Tap into their creativity. Build better habits. #leadlap
A2: With new resources in my ELA K-5 classroom next year, I worry about this. Y1 of implementation can often be rough, and teachers tend to follow the guide. The message is clear: Customize for your kids! #leadlap
A2: Corporate LPs are way too prevalent... they detract from the ART of teaching and CREATIVITY necc to tap into kids' potential learning. Textbooks can be the platform, but take a risk and jump! #LeadLAP
A2: I don’t see the corporate design lesson plans, but I do see inflexibility. I see Ts unwillingly to deviate from their plans. Or, they deviate and they feel bad. Come on. If the Ss aren’t understanding, something has to be done. #LeadLAP
A2: If we want risk taking and outside the box thinking we have to allow it in our planning too. Leaders have to get this. Too much time writing plans and not enought time for creativity and questioning #LeadLAP
A1: We read “Wilfred Gordon McDonald Partridge” and then invite our students to being in 3 “personal artifacts” that represent a part of them they want to share with the class. It is always moving and powerful. Our community building gets a jump start. #LeadLAP
Q1: Every strong classroom starts with a strong culture. What is your plan, as a leader, to develop strong classroom culture at the beginning of year (class or school wide)? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A1: hand out passes to allow Ts to “fail”. Dare them to dream big and be okay stepping out of their comfort zone- that’s where the magic happens. WAIT! No- changed my mind... a Magic Show!#LeadLAP
A2: in my first full job as a middle level math T, my dept head told me the book is only a reference. It is not the Bible. Ive lived by those words for my entire career. (25 yearsin) #LeadLAP
A2: “programs” don’t educate our students, strong educators do. We are responsible for analyzing data collected, creating innovative and engaging lessons, taking anecdotal notes and allowing those observations to guide the instruction. #LeadLAP
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
A2: I mostly see our Ts using the designed lesson plans as a framework but then really tearing into them and adding resource/activities that meet their kids needs. #LeadLAP
A2: I think some Ts rely too heavily on manuals or established plans. I like to think outside the box & use my Ss to my guide instructional practices! Flexibility & creativity is based on what’s happening in my classroom... not a pre-established plan! #LeadLAP
A2: There is a gap in teacher education programs of not always providing strong curriculum development skills but focus more on delivery. Thus teachers rely on finding curriculum. Also, schools view commercial curriculum plans as solid. But who wants solid? #leadlap#EduProtocols
So true. It takes a lot of effort to create lessons that reach our Ss. Not a cookie cutter approach. This is why we need our Ts out of their silos - creating & collaborating! #LeadLAP#eduprotocols
A2 I have seen a mixture of both educators that have broken the mold and are focused on how to learn and apply knowledge & I have seen page turners I’m sure you can guess where the best learning is happeneing #LeadLAP
A2: We are in the kid business- therefore we need to know them to grow them.That is US- no program, publisher, worksheet can do that. Use what we know about them & use diverse resources to meet them. “Children Don’t Come In A Box”: https://t.co/hTvi2Jf7qa#leadlap#eduprotocols
A1: How any lesson, “corporate” or not, is delivered is always dependent on the ability of the individual Ts ability to make it a relevant meaning making experience for Ss. #leadLAP
A2: My first year teaching was to teach an entire middle-schools worth of math curriculum as the only teacher...because of how I was taught in my undergrad, I’m not sure how I would’ve survived without textbooks...now I wish I would have been given the standards&set free!#LeadLAP
A2b- Encouraging T's that our purchased texts are NOT the curriculum- it's ONE tool to use to teach our Standards... think out of the box, bring creativity, engage kids so they will learn the standards! That's what it's all about - don't need corporate materials #LeadLAP
A2 Our K-12 building is working to move away from scripted learning, into more organic, student-led approaches. When given this challenge and the freedom to do it, teachers and students flourish! #LeadLAP
Q1: Every strong classroom starts with a strong culture. What is your plan, as a leader, to develop strong classroom culture at the beginning of year (class or school wide)? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A2- Planning and collaboration are key. Whether plans were developed by a corporation, a fellow T or a manual, Ts need to know it, understand it and be able to make it engaging and relevant to students. Can’t wait to dive into #eduprotocols and see the lesson sheeps. #LeadLAP
A2: just like the magic lies in people not programs, growth happens because of connections before curriculum. We encourage organically grown collaborations and lessons. #LeadLAP
It seems like my fun (outside of actively teaching in the classroom) doesn't begin until about 60 hrs into the work week bc there are so many basic requirements. That moves creativity out of reach for Ts with tons of other responsibilities #Leadlap
A2: Most of my colleagues that are 3-5 years out of a credential program use LPs to glean ideas in order to integrate the good stuff into their LPs. Our admin gives us autonomy as long as we hit essential standards. Now, some veteran Ts are married to corp curriculum. #leadlap
a2: We used to show Sir Ken's TED talk schoolwide (some teachers actually were worried about kids seeing it) - our logic was that the kids need to know, so they can push us. #LEADlap#eduprotocols
I think with all of the ed initiatives starting with NCLB which led to things like "fidelity to the core" we have grown up a whole generation of teachers who have never really had to plan without scripted lessons. #LeadLAP#eduprotocols
A2: Plans don't talk about this! Thanks @TheBradCurrie for sharing this. We need to be fluid and understand that we have many different needs in front of us #LeadLaP
So important! One company's plan or program does not necessarily mean a standard is being taught. We need meaningful connections, not loose ones. #LeadLAP
At my high school, I'm a Sped English teacher and Content Leader. We get weekly PD time to collaborate and create. Admin leans to n Corporate remediation programs instead of trusting Ts as professionals & experts in literacy or numeracy. #LeadLap
Q2: Michael Fullan has said that educators are “overly dependent” on “corporately designed lesson plans” - what’s your take on that, based on what you see in classrooms? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A2.2. It comes down to relationships. Be involved in what is happening in the classrooms, trust your staff and openly discuss learning with them. As an admin, be a part of the planning with staff, not the person that determines whether the plan "looks good." #leadlap
A1 (part2) #REALyousnaps would be a fun first week activity! Share them with an authentic audience or in a padlet and have the kiddos comment on each other’s?
HaD fun doing this virtually with @bmilla84 ‘s class in Florida.
#LEADlaphttps://t.co/P9panTVN0q
A2: yes, teachers need to learn to let go. In fairness to them this all they know how to do. This is a really interesting look at how one school is having their whole staff unlearn the way they teach. https://t.co/p4LOPyjqBq#leadlap
A2: just like the magic lies in people not programs, growth happens because of connections before curriculum. We encourage organically grown collaborations and lessons. #LeadLAP
Unfortunately, we try to change behaviors in our organizations without first changing our thinking. New furniture and new tools may help, but without changing our way of thinking, we often recoil back to status quo way of doing and working. #leadlap
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A2: The economy of teachers is extremely broad. It makes it very difficult to describe teachers as whole. Complaint disengagement is the norm many classrooms. However there countless classrooms where inquiry and engagement are the status quo and student learning is high #leadlap
A2.2. It comes down to relationships. Be involved in what is happening in the classrooms, trust your staff and openly discuss learning with them. As an admin, be a part of the planning with staff, not the person that determines whether the plan "looks good." #leadlap
A2.2 I'm in the minority here... But when a leader hands me a binder with a bunch of great lessons... That is way less stressful than saying go start from scratch. But I still want to be at the helm. Picking and choosing. Time is a limited resource. #LeadLAP
A2: Some still feel like they need a recipe book. We need to support them (on-going) and show them what our new role (authentic pedagogical architects) looks like. Build their confidence to be great and do great things. #LeadLAP
A2: I've noticed that Ts who know their content & standards well & possess confidence in their practice tend to develop more interesting & relevant lessons than their peers who don't. Creative planning takes more work, time, & risk than using the book's plans.
#LeadLAP
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
A2: Ts havebeen trained to follow the curriculum—the problem is that doesn’t allow for innovation, creativity, and the 4Cs, so Ts must supplement and go outside the usual perverbial box #leadlap
A1 Start off building a culture of self-analysis and reflection. https://t.co/NqF0cMgTUd My Ss IDed a growth area in their study skills and spend the whole year improving it. #LeadLap
Q1: Every strong classroom starts with a strong culture. What is your plan, as a leader, to develop strong classroom culture at the beginning of year (class or school wide)? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
I’ve seen that too. Sad. I see Ts teach a concept the way book says even though they have told me it doesn’t make sense, or is more complicated. We have to use our power of reason. Don’t blindly follow any textbook. #LeadLAP
So very true ... remember the days before this? Then there was also the time before basal readers ... we can learn quite a bit by reexamining the past before launching forward. #LeadLAP
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@burgess_shelley, @Rdene915, @jcorippo, @BethHouf
A2 AGREE. I think dependency upon textbooks is still part of the fallout from STAR testing, NCLB, and a culture focused on teaching instead of learning. Designing relevant lessons w rigor...that's a challenge--and one of my FAVORITE aspects of being a T. #LeadLAP#eduprotocols
Q2: Michael Fullan has said that educators are “overly dependent” on “corporately designed lesson plans” - what’s your take on that, based on what you see in classrooms? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A2: I think some Ts rely too heavily on manuals or established plans. I like to think outside the box & use my Ss to my guide instructional practices! Flexibility & creativity is based on what’s happening in my classroom... not a pre-established plan! #LeadLAP
This is a good point. It is not productive to "throw the baby out with the bath water." Search high and low for solutions. Don't let ideology cloud our ability to strive for the best solution. What if the answer is in a place you are afraid to look? #leadlap
I believe this can be done through a series of activities in which I establish the expectation of discourse, respect, empathy and dedicated effort for my classroom. If we just list them, kids disregard. #leadlap#EduProtocols
Unfortunately, we try to change behaviors in our organizations without first changing our thinking. New furniture and new tools may help, but without changing our way of thinking, we often recoil back to status quo way of doing and working. #leadlap
Strong cultures have strong relationships and high expectations with the belief that anything is possible as non removable core elements. As @brewerhm says they do not begin or end with the school year but ebb and flow based on the work of the leaders in the space. #LeadLap
Q1: Every strong classroom starts with a strong culture. What is your plan, as a leader, to develop strong classroom culture at the beginning of year (class or school wide)? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
#LeadLAP A2. I also think mandates on LP often come from the top based on what the leaders think is best based on their past experiences. It can also be hard for new teachers to show innovation if they don't have all the tools and experiences yet.
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
A2: cookie cutter classroom=lame. I've tried pushing my team away from pacing calendars that tell you which lesson on which day. Seriously! We should spend more time understanding the standards and allowing kids to lead the way it is delivered. Plus, it's more fun. #LeadLAP
A2: Absolutely! They are resources. Scripted material is not engaging. You sound like a robot...Bueller? Bueller? Plus, they are outdated so quickly. Design your own lessons for your students. #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS
Q2: Michael Fullan has said that educators are “overly dependent” on “corporately designed lesson plans” - what’s your take on that, based on what you see in classrooms? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A2: Some still feel like they need a recipe book. We need to support them (on-going) and show them what our new role (authentic pedagogical architects) looks like. Build their confidence to be great and do great things. #LeadLAP
A2b- Encouraging T's that our purchased texts are NOT the curriculum- it's ONE tool to use to teach our Standards... think out of the box, bring creativity, engage kids so they will learn the standards! That's what it's all about - don't need corporate materials #LeadLAP
A2: A2- Planning and collaboration are key. Whether plans were developed by a corp, a fellow T or a manual, Ts need to know it, understand it and be able to make it engaging and relevant to students. Can’t wait to dive into #eduprotocols to see the lesson frames. #LeadLAP
I agree that having a resource to draw from is helpful. But all too often directives are to teach what is handed over with fidelity; not much regard for individual Ss or Ts. #LeadLAP
A2: Corporately designed lesson plans lack creativity and personality & doesn’t take into account the individuality & uniquesness of your Ss!
Designing your own experiences =joy and passion-filled learning! #leadlap#xplap#tlap
I ❤️ it so much!!! Already planning to do this the 1st week of school next year!! Great way to incorporate technology & have Ss share about themselves! @TaraMartinEDU hit it out of the park with this idea!! #REALyouSnaps#LeadLAp#tlap
A1 (part2) #REALyousnaps would be a fun first week activity! Share them with an authentic audience or in a padlet and have the kiddos comment on each other’s?
HaD fun doing this virtually with @bmilla84 ‘s class in Florida.
#LEADlaphttps://t.co/P9panTVN0q
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Q3: Sir Ken Robinson has over 35 million views on his TED Talk about Creativity in schools - please share how have you embraced a more creative classroom as a leader #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A1 We do a whole school theme the last 2 years. This year it was Moana & "How far will I go" was our song. We decorate the whole front lobby & the different hallways with Hawaiian theme, We parade students in & their family on the 1st day with music to get them excited. #leadlap
Q2: Michael Fullan has said that educators are “overly dependent” on “corporately designed lesson plans” - what’s your take on that, based on what you see in classrooms? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
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Q3: Sir Ken Robinson has over 35 million views on his TED Talk about Creativity in schools - please share how have you embraced a more creative classroom as a leader #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A2Adapting plans to fit the needs of those your serve=KEY.
As a dist admin, I feel like I’m often overtly sharing how an activity in PD can be adapted to better serve.
However w/o saying it—I don’t think every edu assumes it. At least not in my Kansas world.
#LEADlap#BookSnaps
Well said. I 100% agree. Sometimes it feels like we're looking for a quick fix in education - that magic bullet - whether it be an awesome tool or curriculum. This often does work because we haven't focused on changing mindsets which ultimately changes practice.
#LeadLAP
Unfortunately, we try to change behaviors in our organizations without first changing our thinking. New furniture and new tools may help, but without changing our way of thinking, we often recoil back to status quo way of doing and working. #leadlap
Focus on skills, yes. https://t.co/KU3UJyYA8i Aligning subjects so content is relevant, yes. Ss read books differently in History than they do in English or Science. I focus on summarizing, paraphrasing, corroborating, & contextualizing. Repeat reps, content is agnostic. #LeadLap
A3: Created #EDUProtocols templates to help Ss check their blended writing essay components. Use G Slides in G Classroom About Tab for collaborative Word Root Raps, #CaptionThis Dialogue practice, & brain warm ups creating Day 8 sentences from crazy pics. #LeadLAP
I just read a meta-study on inquiry-based learning that supports the "common sense" notation that the benefits of IBL depend on the T's ability to determine & execute appropriate guidance. #LeadLAP
A2: Our teachers do a phenomenal job taking a scripted program and truly supplementing it, while making it their own; most importantly, our staff is incredibly creative on tailoring the ever wide range of student needs. #LEADLAP
Q2: Michael Fullan has said that educators are “overly dependent” on “corporately designed lesson plans” - what’s your take on that, based on what you see in classrooms? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
Yes!!!!!!!! This type of planning is often seen as “working smarter not harder”. This may be true but the cost is student creativity and innovation. #LeadLAP
I do support that we need to have common learning goals for students, but we should have a lot of flexibility in how we go about making that happen in our own schools and classrooms. #LeadLAP
OMG too true! It's such a shame that there is the inclination to just follow what the guide says, because who wants to speak someone else's scripted lesson? It's creepy weird! #LeadLAP
“Everyone who has encountered Sam Nunberg has a theory about him, and nobody is quite sure which theory is right, in part because Nunberg himself is as unreliable a narrator as you can find.” https://t.co/myogbwniy9
A2b Sometimes having a curriculum book is helpful for some to know where they're going, but we don't need class sets for sure. You should always make the content your own #LeadLAP
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So true. It takes a lot of effort to create lessons that reach our Ss. Not a cookie cutter approach. This is why we need our Ts out of their silos - creating & collaborating! #LeadLAP#eduprotocols
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A3- let the students struggle. When the struggle they start to get more creative in their thinking and problem solving. Sometimes we need to take a step back and facilitate and let the students take the reigns. #LeadLAP
Once we can re-professionalize teaching and believe in the expertise of those on the front lines in the classrooms doing the work, we can abandon the neurotic need for cookie cutter lesson plans. Hire the best teachers, believe in them, and get out of the way. #LeadLap
Q2: Michael Fullan has said that educators are “overly dependent” on “corporately designed lesson plans” - what’s your take on that, based on what you see in classrooms? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A3: I think one of the first things is leading with YES! I want teachers to try something new that they want to try...love when someone catches me around campus and says, "My hamster wheel has been spinning!"
#LeadLAP
7:58am
Q3: Sir Ken Robinson has over 35 million views on his TED Talk about Creativity in schools - please share how have you embraced a more creative classroom as a leader #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A3. As a leader you must let your teachers know that it is ok to fail. Teachers must me able to get out of the box and try unique and creative things to meet student needs. Our students deserve it. #leadlap
7:58am
Q3: Sir Ken Robinson has over 35 million views on his TED Talk about Creativity in schools - please share how have you embraced a more creative classroom as a leader #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A3 just being open to and providing Ss with choices, not deciding "how" the Ss will show learning, leaving it up to them, with tech, or no-tech, however they choose, #LeadLAP#EDUProtocols
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
A2: As Admin we need to make sure teachers have common planning times to collaborate, curriculum “guide”, and then trust them enough to get out of the way to let them explore the HOW of “getting it done”! Hire the right people! #LeadLAP
After each project, test, paper, speech and etc. Ss reflect on how the activity helped improve their growth. At the end of the year, they take the survey again to see how they have improved. #LeadLaphttps://t.co/AdNBEeLRIn
A2: I feel that we are encouraged early on to doubt ourselves and follow the almighty curriculum guide or textbook. After a few years, some of us begin to ditch the book and start innovating. It takes courage because we are going against the norm. #LeadLAP
A3. Leaving the pack and implementing the project approach in my kdg room. This style of teaching is the definition of voice and choice! It takes extended T effort but the learning outcomes are worth it! #LEADlap
A3: you embrace creativity by knowing the students, their interests, their passions. You then help them create goals to achieve. Think outside of the box- show them that their ideas matter and you care. It’s okay to lead and not follow everyone else. #LeadLAP
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
A2 Too many teachers are encouraged to grab x binder and teach it. Art of Teaching is not a corporate binder. The corporation does not know my students, their needs, their desires. #LeadLAP
A2: While most of us are on the same page in this PLN, my question is, how do you get those who are so dependent on traditional lesson plans to see that there are other ways?I feel like I am always justifying what I am doing & that many ppl feel like letting go is wrong #leadlap
Today’s educational leaders must think with AND…
Divergent AND Convergent, Experimentation AND Improvement, Best AND Next Practices, etc.
It is having the expertise and creativity to blend.
#leadlap
A2: I have a lot of freedom as a history teacher to use what I need, but it seems ELA really is pulled to use specific plans in my district. I love teacher made plans bc they’re usually tested #LEADLAP
A3: Creativity means allowing students to take the lead and (GASP!) releasing a lot of the control that Ts are traditionally used to. They need to feel safe to take those risks and want to show their understanding in new ways. The stuff kids come up with is mindblowing! #LeadLAP
A3 I always offer choice boards: Choice in response type and delivery model. Students choose to respond on paper, digitally in a variety of platforms: Buncee, Google, Flipgrid, Seesaw, Padlet, Popplet based on their learning style #LeadLAP
#LeadLAP A2: depends on Ts experience, newer Ts often need structure to make thru 1st yr while more seasoned know how to take essential stds and do more! Incorporating #edtech & #pbl makes learning more meaningful & engaging
Q2: Michael Fullan has said that educators are “overly dependent” on “corporately designed lesson plans” - what’s your take on that, based on what you see in classrooms? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
I have always had FIDELITY to the STANDARDS, not to a TEXTBOOK! You give up your career when you live by a textbook, always trying to interpret someone else's plan. See Appleby's for being a CHEF. #LEADlap
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@burgess_shelley, @Rdene915, @BethHouf
A3: Leaders need to celebrate the creative classroom. Innovation needs to be part of the culture! Sometimes Ts need permission and the act of celebrating creativity and innovation gives permission to try something new! #leadlap
A3: I have really been pushing create > consume. Creating can be analog or digital. Why do kids needs to all produce the same product...this is the perfect place for some voice and choice #LEADlap#eduprotocols
A3: A few years ago I ditched a plan book. I don’t want to rely each year on what I did the year before. New kids, new motivations, new ideas. It helps me be more creative and drives me to consider new possibilities. #LeadLAP#EduProtocols
A3: Sir Ken Robinson shares the story of Jillian Lynn... this refers to the multiple intelligences that exist in our CRs. We must be mindful of the diverse learning styles, strengths, & limitations of our Ss. Rows are not conducive to movement or active engagement. #LeadLAP
A3-Creativity at times requires risk taking. Do we as leaders allow or try new ideas? Knowing also that failure might happen but realizing that we can always try again. #LeadLAP
A3: When someone ever asks me why they should spend developing a PLN, my answer is "I want to be creative, but I don't want to be creative alone!"
#LeadLAP
a2) Teachers may use programs or things they find on TPT, but I have found that it is about the connection and the presentation. I take those items and change them or develop them in a way to engage students and get them excited about learning. #semihomeade#leadlap
A3: creative is meeting the needs of all minds in the classroom. We have many different needs and must connect with all kiddos to design the most dynamic atmosphere ever! #LeadLAP#EduProtocols
7:58am
Q3: Sir Ken Robinson has over 35 million views on his TED Talk about Creativity in schools - please share how have you embraced a more creative classroom as a leader #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A3 Using menus as a learning tool helps to give kids choice. What do they need practice in? How will they practice skill or strategy? How will learning be demonstrated? #leadlap
A3: I share what works and how I would fix what doesn't with anyone who will listen. I have realized my excitement for everything that we are doing propels me forward and I am trying to grab as many hands as I can along the way. #leadlap
Unfortunately, we try to change behaviors in our organizations without first changing our thinking. New furniture and new tools may help, but without changing our way of thinking, we often recoil back to status quo way of doing and working. #leadlap
A3: the first time you see a student working on a passion project or something for a #geniushour you are hooked as a T...PBL has changed my math classrooms into a much more fun and engaging place to be too 😍#LeadLAP
A2 Best lessons that I have observed are the ones designed by teachers and shared with colleagues. Each person adds to it and together it becomes better. One size fits all does not work well. #leadlap
A3: Every unit has a creative project attached - usually it is tech based (just finished a unit in which Ss blogged like crazy), but bringing out the crayons and markers is always great fun. Projects are not random or busy work - always builds toward goals #leadlap
A3 encouraging and supporting design challenges, open ended tasks in which students create solutions, classroom maker spaces, student driven PBL #LeadLAP#studentcentered#creativity#tlap
a3 I am finding creative response systems where Ss can draw & type on my slide Q's ensure engagement. I can watch them work self-paced on one monitor & project anonymously on another. It's more efficient than running around the room, giving feedback. #leadlap
Just finished reading #LeadLAP - thanks @BethHouf and @burgess_shelley for the ideas and inspiration! I’ve also added a few more books to my ‘must-read’ list due to your suggestions and references. Summer reading maybe? (The list is lengthy!) 📚
A3: I’ve really tried to let creativity play a larger role in notes, formative assessments, & in how I share info. They’ve responded with some really good stuff! #LEADLAP
#LeadLAP Q3 As a Principal, I encouraged classroom partnerships and relationships. partnerships then created evening academies where the partners continued the authentic learning experiences. Law enforcement, hospitals, environmental groups, engineers, etc., Took on the teaching
A3:Ken Robinson actually inspired me to incorporate divergent thinking games as a class opener. Whatzits! Remote Associates Tests, Riddles and more. These have served to help me teach analytical skills separate from content and have a little fun. #leadlap
A3. Trying to be creative in switching up what a Twitter chat looks like - learning tons about social media - changing with creativity and input from #PLN - chasing the future! #LeadLAP
A3: I've worked to be more creative in our staff learning time. No email meetings..personalized learning that aligns to our collective goals, shared leadership all mixed in with fun! #LeadLAP
A3: As a leader, I have strongly encouraged Ts to get outside their comfort zone and try new things that might fail. Challenging because they haven't been pushed much, and there is still a fear factor: Will I get in trouble? #LeadLAP
A3: I can always add more creativity but I'm seeing how engaged and interested kids are in K when tasks are open ended and I'm trying to run with that (over the really T directed rote activities that have always been done) #leadlap
Textbooks are not “fideltitous” to the standards NOR our kids. That is a human thing. Know your kids, know your standards and use tools and resources to connect the two. #leadlap#eduprotocols
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@jcorippo, @burgess_shelley, @Rdene915, @BethHouf
Productive struggle is so powerful! And the reflection at the end is so great for kids to see when they have grit and work through the sense of accomplishment is an amazing reward! #GRIT#Mindset
A1 Strong classroom or school culture begins with everyone buying in to the goals for the year. First step I take is to try to figure out what everyone wants to accomplish. #leadlap
A3 Our school has been experimenting with a playlist approach that offers Ss more choice in how they demo their learning. Using exam wrappers has helped us understand where Ss need help. #LeadLap
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Q3: Sir Ken Robinson has over 35 million views on his TED Talk about Creativity in schools - please share how have you embraced a more creative classroom as a leader #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A3: As my relationships with staff have developed, I've encouraged them to try new things to engage students even if these new things might/might not be 100% successful. Knowing that I support new ideas - creative ideas - & won't judge has led to some awesome lessons.
#LeadLAP
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
Today’s leaders must move past urgent to the important. Take time to reflect, learn, grow, adapt, evolve. Look for bright spots and positive deviance in the system, and then create processes and systems that scale that learning across the organization.
Everyday better.
#leadlap
Just finished reading #LeadLAP - thanks @BethHouf and @burgess_shelley for the ideas and inspiration! I’ve also added a few more books to my ‘must-read’ list due to your suggestions and references. Summer reading maybe? (The list is lengthy!) 📚
A3: I’ve allowed my Ss to take control of the their learning! By releasing my need to always be in control, it’s opened the door to creative activities & authentic learning experiences for my Ss! Putting them in the driver’s seat takes the learning to new places! #LEADLAP
A3: @SirKenRobinson was my turning point. I just recently started a blog called https://t.co/x27BqBnnkU where I am chronicling my Ss and my journey in creating a more innovative & creative classroom. This journey started in 2011 right after I watched that talk! #leadlap
A3: I’ve introduced the vertical classroom (#vnps) to some of my Ts. Together, we plan where the whiteboards go. 1 for each group. Then plan and/or coteach lessons together . So much fun! #LeadLAP
A1: Your school culture is not a product of circumstances. Your school culture is a product of decisions. Culture is built on decisions made during interaction that occurs in the building. Every interaction is either money in or money out. YOU decide your school culture. #leadlap
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
That sounds interesting. I would love to hear more detail on what that looks like. If you have a blog post that explains it, I would love to see it. #leadlap
A3: My mind is always spinning with new ideas to create a magical learning environment for my students. Here is an example of a lesson where I added a little mystery.
Mystery Challenge! - MAKE LEARNING MAGICAL! https://t.co/7dZLyCpjye#leadlap#xplap#tlap
A3: I’ve embraced it by willingly trying new things in the classroom, by allowing my Ss to express themselves, by failing together as a group, and by openly admitting that education needs to change. #LeadLAP
A3: You have to be open-minded, an active listener, and maintain a willingness to support the needs and wants of teachers who want to take a risk and try something different. Let them own it but be there for what they need. #LEADLAP
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Q3: Sir Ken Robinson has over 35 million views on his TED Talk about Creativity in schools - please share how have you embraced a more creative classroom as a leader #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
Excitement and enthusiasm for risk taking and vulnerability go a long way. Get excited for teachers who are excited to try something new. Be there to participate in that innovative lesson. Thank them for their creativity and rattling the cage that is the status quo. #LeadLAP
7:58am
Q3: Sir Ken Robinson has over 35 million views on his TED Talk about Creativity in schools - please share how have you embraced a more creative classroom as a leader #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
Ha! As a rebel in my early yrs, I thought I could do better than the teams of writers (& sometimes I did). Now I like to pick a good inquiry text, try their way, and then make my improvements. #leadlap
A3: I’ve started modelling more #GrowthMindset in class ...trying more things that I am unsure of or nervous about in front of my students. I notice they are willing to try more new and creative things as a result. #LeadLAP
7:58am
Q3: Sir Ken Robinson has over 35 million views on his TED Talk about Creativity in schools - please share how have you embraced a more creative classroom as a leader #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A3: I am open to the appearance of chaos in a creative classroom. Desks in rows and dead silence makes me more concerned that noise and movement. I abandoned seating charts this year because the desks move every two days (block schedule). #leadlap#tlap#edchat#EduProtocols
#LeadLAP Q3 Teachers were expected to answer the "so what?" question. If you"teach it" then what is the "so what?" That question leads to an authentic outcome to each lesson.
It does. Part of changing the culture of a school. Ts have to have time to talk and say, "I tried this, and it sucked, and he asked me to come see him ... and we talked about how I could make it better." #LeadLAP
A3: I’ve allowed my Ss to take control of the their learning! By releasing my need to always be in control, it’s opened the door to creative activities & authentic learning experiences for my Ss! Putting them in the driver’s seat takes the learning to new places! #LEADLAP
Can't wait. Trying to find more resources like this that are focused more on the strategies and pedagogy - rather than the theoretical. #LeadLAP#eduprotocols
A3 Trying to get people to see the value of global connections, encouraging the incorporation of the Global Goals into existing activities, using @SkypeClassroom to provide experiences for the students. #LeadLAP
Authentic creativity takes time, patience, relationship, safety, and risk-taking. I try to provide this environment for my Ss reading and writing. Simply put, lots of time to actually write and read things that matter to them. #LeadLAP
A3-I am learning more about #PLC through @SolutionTree Allowing for more collaboration in teams to bring out more creativity in our lessons. #LeadLAP#atplc
A3: I think less of my voice and more of theirs has increased creativity most in class. Also trying to add in different ways of doing things collaboratively that used to be me led #leadlap
A2 I think new teachers sometimes use them until they build confidence. However, personally I believe that testing & the focus on numbers has made some push teachers towards scripted plans and do not allow them to step off the path. Not always a teacher choice. #LeadLAP
A3: This is a nice reminder from our daughter @burgessashlyn1 She said it when she was 11 and it still holds true three years later... Don't wait! #LeadLAP
I’m always asked in an interview what i believe the no. 1 characteristic a T must have? And when i answer w/building relationships i always feel like I’m getting it wrong #LEadLap
A3: Creative doesn’t mean “art projects”. Creating is any artifact of learning- even a conversation. When we start with creating- we are forced to do all the rest of Bloom’s. #flippedblooms#leadlap#eduprotocols#sticky
7:58am
Q3: Sir Ken Robinson has over 35 million views on his TED Talk about Creativity in schools - please share how have you embraced a more creative classroom as a leader #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
Today’s educational leaders must consider and reflect on this: Autonomy without capacity, or capacity without autonomy will eventually lead to organizational frustration, and many times, dysfunction as well.
Create the environment, build capacity, and trust your people.
#leadlap
A3 I teach gr 10, 11 & 12 Soc Sciences, Ss get the opportunity to choose what they learn, how they learn & what they will learn. One of the only criteria - don't do anything school like. You can see examples here #jmsshpa10#jmsshpa11#jmsshpa12#leadlap
A3: Helping Ts embrace what they do as a profession and not a job encourages them to create not just deliver The have the most important clients in the world... Our future! #leadLAP
Q1A1 My opener for ELA? A google slide w S "action shot." Ss include their #1 value & write a metaphor. I print all 150 and post them. Introductions + visual presentation skills = awesome student-centered bboard. #LeadLAP#EduProtocols@burgessdave@burgessshelley
A3 - One way - Brought out the playdough for an end of unit review. Ss modeled themes and ideas in the unit. I took pics. That's how they "turned it in." After I turned it in, they did another one. I took another pic. Multiplied the content modeled. #LeadLAP
7:58am
Q3: Sir Ken Robinson has over 35 million views on his TED Talk about Creativity in schools - please share how have you embraced a more creative classroom as a leader #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
Aweseome! And next week when we're on break, I'll get to look through them. Maybe a #PatioPD at my house for Ts on break next week. Who's in? #LeadLAP#eduprotocols
Let's design empowering schools that allow students (and staff) to find their drum...and then play it for all it''s worth. #LeadLAP#tlap#EduProtocols This post is for every year. https://t.co/TUcrQlet6L
Be kind, but firm. Talk the talk, but more importantly, walk the walk. Build relationships. Tell people you appreciate them. Start slowly. Find small wins. Celebrate everything you can. And ... be patient. #LeadLAP
A3: As leaders, we must model what we want to see in our schools and classrooms. Show how to use tools & resources to create experiences for kids- beyond turning pages in TE. Walk along side them as they take risk to do the same. #leadlap#eduprotocols
7:58am
Q3: Sir Ken Robinson has over 35 million views on his TED Talk about Creativity in schools - please share how have you embraced a more creative classroom as a leader #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
Me too. I try to get all the Ts I know and meet to get on Twitter, but some feel it is a waste of time. I’ve learned it doesn’t matter what I say to those Ts. #LeadLAP
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@mhebern, @hartel30, @behrens_jeanne, @polonerd, @donlin_trish, @appyteacher, @laur_morriss
A3: @globalearner, @kevinhoneycutt & @andymiah have all inspired me to make sure that the Ss have an authentic audience. We don't do anything that can just be thrown out, there needs to be purpose. #leadlap
A3- Safety for teachers to risk is key as well as to have admins who also take risks and try new things. @lhelton15 and I work to model that with our staff. #LeadLAP
A2Adapting plans to fit the needs of those your serve=KEY.
As a dist admin, I feel like I’m often overtly sharing how an activity in PD can be adapted to better serve.
However w/o saying it—I don’t think every edu assumes it. At least not in my Kansas world.
#LEADlap#BookSnaps
A3) I think it's important to allow teachers to be creative &collaborate beyond grade levels and to try things that might not have been done before. Students love the unexpected & supporting teachers to do that allows for engagement and thereby students love of learning #leadlap
I have started allowing my students to #makewriting rather than produce a polished final draft. I want their writing to be fun, productive, and represent them! Way more effort and a huge payoff but the Ss enjoy the process because they get to tinker and play! #leadlap
I have started re-imagining my summative assessments, creating the foundational test (or C level) then the students can choose to do the B level and then the A level, they get to choose which problems to do - students are starting to take more risks in math class #LeadLAP
I'm sorry, friends!Running late after my Sat. check-in with my mamma! I'm Kris & I teach PreK in KS.
A1:In PreK,we do lots of name songs and activities to get to know each other.This continues on throughout the year and we build our culture of kindness, empathy, & espect #LeadLAP
In reply to
@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
Today’s educational leaders must consider and reflect on this: Autonomy without capacity, or capacity without autonomy will eventually lead to organizational frustration, and many times, dysfunction as well.
Create the environment, build capacity, and trust your people.
#leadlap
7:58am
Q3: Sir Ken Robinson has over 35 million views on his TED Talk about Creativity in schools - please share how have you embraced a more creative classroom as a leader #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A3: My Ss LOVE when I add MAGIC to our lessons!! It transform the learning experience & allows them to be creative in their thinking!! Plus, student engagement is at an all time high! #LeadLAP
Whole campus Magic theme days, escape rooms, and student choice Exploratory Classes three days per week for enrichment during the school day! Fishing, robotics, cooking, Coding, crafting, Broadcasting, Aerospace, Makerspace, etc... #LeadLAP
Right now I have seniors that are researching their own topic choice (1990-2010) and writing a 3-4 page paper. Also doing a presentation of their topic. They're actually excited about it.
Let that sink in: Seniors, excited, researching, Spring. #LeadLAP#eduprotocols
#LeadLAP One of the things we want to do is embrace more formative assessments, so teachers can be responsive to the needs and interests of their students. We have been developing a structure and process to help them turn observations into action! :)
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
When I get excited, I'm careful who I share that with. Some ppl are so overwhelmed that excitement can drain that last bit of life out of them. #Leadlap
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@mr_hayes, @mhebern, @hartel30, @behrens_jeanne, @polonerd, @donlin_trish, @appyteacher, @laur_morriss
A3. Creative ideas often are light bulb moments that are sparked during times of reflection from reading new thoughts or communicating/brainstorming. #LeadLAP
Q1A1 My opener for ELA? A google slide w S "action shot." Ss include their #1 value & write a metaphor. I print all 150 and post them. Introductions + visual presentation skills = awesome student-centered bboard. #LeadLAP#EduProtocols@burgessdave@burgessshelley
Yes to walk the walk. I feel strongly about modeling the act of taking risks. That is why I started presenting. Wanted and needed to feel that sense of fear. Get out of my comfort zone, so I can empathize with others #LeadLAP
There is no box and there is no failure.
There is just learning.
What we know today is different from what we knew yesterday.
There are just new dots to connect and new starting points.
Try, learn, adapt, adopt, change, evolve.
#leadlap
A2: Not I! I feel that the plans are a guide. Sometimes the students can lead you off the path with their questions. I love student-led conversations!!! #LeadLAP
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
More than just setting it up. They need to understand the WHY. Why do they need Twitter? What benefits does it provide? How is it not just another thing? #LeadLAP#eduprotocols
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@LindaEdwardsi, @mr_hayes, @mhebern, @hartel30, @behrens_jeanne, @donlin_trish, @appyteacher, @laur_morriss
A4: Absolutely! There are NO limits on what we can do for/with our Ss today but one-our own thinking. We think Ss can’t, we think we can’t, and we bind ourselves w/limits. If we connect ourselves w/the world 🌎 & then connect our kids w/the world 🌎, Ss have no limits. #LeadLAP
A2a: I’m doing my best teaching when I’m using formative assessment to drive my instruction. Then I’m responsive to the students I actually teach. If that means some lessons take more or less time, I need the freedom to make that decision. #LeadLAP#EduProtocols
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
A3: To create a culture of Innovation, leaders must first MODEL IT. As the leader, you must demonstrate a forward-thinking mindset and model what you are expecting from your staff. #leadlap
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
A3: Creative doesn’t mean “art projects”. Creating is any artifact of learning- even a conversation. When we start with creating- we are forced to do all the rest of Bloom’s. #flippedblooms#leadlap#eduprotocols#sticky
A3 (continue): Speaking of creative projects using crayons/markers - this is a taste of what my freshmen created (not seen is their analysis of symbolism on the backside). Ss shared masks with a small group as well. #leadlap
Q3: I bring in unique things that student have not been exposed to- and ask them to use this to inspire their own design. This quarter we worked with some AI Pleo dinosaurs & Ss used these as inspiration for their own invention to address an issue in Romeo and Juliet #leadlap
That's why getting admins to understand the fallacy of corporate lesson plans is so critical - why should 3-5 classes have to suffer so-so instruction? #LEADlap#eduprotocols
A2 I think new teachers sometimes use them until they build confidence. However, personally I believe that testing & the focus on numbers has made some push teachers towards scripted plans and do not allow them to step off the path. Not always a teacher choice. #LeadLAP
A3:To have a more creative classroom spark curiosity in students and staff. Build relationships, provide teachers with meaningful PD, encourage risk-taking, embrace failure and give students choice. Schools must cultivate curiosity to allow creativity to shine. #leadlap
A5: Think/Pair/Share is a form of retrieval, which is an excellent way for students to metacognitively understand how learning occurs. Any form of retrieval, when information must be brought out of the brain, helps this #LeadLAP
A5: We're not there yet. Ts have to feel like they have permission to be creative before being able to create protocols. There are always pockets of excellence, but it takes time. #LeadLAP
A5- my T's are not creating protocols- I have one that is trying and I am sharing her experiences with other T's. Need to connect T's to share ideas and what's possible- #TLAP book study here we come! #LeadLAP#eduprotocols
A3: When my kids are doing some type of project, I shy away from showing them an example or coloring my example. I want them to use their own imaginations, not copy me. We use phrases like,"I love the way you're using your imagination!" quite a bit! #LeadLAP
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
It's been a game changer! It's great for my high achievers, but the real magic is with my struggling stds, they are pushing themselves and finding success #LeadLAP
A5: I love the purposefulness of cyber sandwich. We need Ss to engage in conversation, but it must be meaningful. Providing response frames is helpful to encourage this. Ts need to model and practice the protocol/structure for success #LEADlap#eduprotocols
It is a scaffolded system that starts with teaching how to observe, ways to document (pics/notes), & then looking at a continuum of where students are & where they need to go & using their interests to create experiences for them #LeadLAP I'll be able to share more in the Fall :)
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@TaraMartinEDU, @jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
A5: Most don’t. I found that I was creating them w/o knowing they were protocols.I have shared my most recent w the #eduprotocols community and will continue to build them & share. Will also present these locally and beyond. #LeadLAP
A5: I saw you present the Cyber Sandwich at #CUE18. I thought, "yep...thats what I do." By creating lessons together, I have been working with my team to separate strategies from content and repeat those strategies regularly. We started with Thinking Routines from @hgse#leadlap
I’ve learned that lesson too. Some Ts are so overwhelmed the last thing they want is to learn something new or change a practice. Those Ts need to be supported and shown things slowly in manageable bites. #leadlap
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@LaneWalker2, @mhebern, @hartel30, @behrens_jeanne, @polonerd, @donlin_trish, @appyteacher, @laur_morriss
I find it very helpful to NAME a lesson and to RECORD the steps of the protocol so that it can be replicated, even in my own classroom. #LeadLAP#EduProtocols
A5: Flashcards is another form of retrieval, like think/pair/share. I see this all of the time. It is important that teachers use center time to reinforce the learning that occurs #LeadLAP#EduProtocols
Absolutely!! That’s when the 4Cs come in. I always add some sort of way for them to explain their thinking- not “what” they did, but the “why”- only way to know what they are thinking. #leadlap#eduprotocols
A3: Creative doesn’t mean “art projects”. Creating is any artifact of learning- even a conversation. When we start with creating- we are forced to do all the rest of Bloom’s. #flippedblooms#leadlap#eduprotocols#sticky
Its a mixture of different lessons. I did a PIE'ED Day where students practiced Authors Purpose with a fun crazy bakery. I also reviewed figurative language, summary, and theme with an Olympian Quest in my Greek mythology unit. #LeadLAP
A3: I have students work in teams to develop their own math problems for their peers to solve. I use @Desmos often in class, which allows students to come up with unique solutions that I can share out with the class. #LeadLAP#mathchat
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley, @Desmos
A5 @ColsCitySchools Liberty Elementary does a Think-Pair-Share with intentional 2:1 tech...invigorating discussion and understand point of view #LEADLAP
A2: All curriculum is not equal, so I worry when people say, “all teachers manuals are bad”. There are some very innovative curriculum out there, like @IllustrateMath and @CPMmath. #LeadLAP
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley, @IllustrateMath, @CPMmath
A2b: With so many decisions to make each day, I do appreciate having a resource guide me. I’ve spent hours finding the perfect passage to read with my literacy students. With a curriculum, I can focus more attention on engaging and scaffolding for my Ss. #LeadLAP#EduProtocols
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
I think we also have to help bust the myth that creativity is something huge. Often times it is simply small changes to what we do, the questions we ask, the set up of the lesson that can spark more student creativity. #LeadLAP
A3. @fhmsband director had students create original music compositions to be considered as part of an original piece commissioned by @RStandridge Two 8th graders will have their work showcased! #leadlap
Q5 Faculty meetings, PLCs, PD days should be run using all these protocols so that teachers and staff can "feel" the effects of these strategies. #LeadLAP
A5: Think/Pair/Share is a form of retrieval, which is an excellent way for students to metacognitively understand how learning occurs. Any form of retrieval, when information must be brought out of the brain, helps this #LeadLAP
😂😂 So it isn’t just me that this happens too. I’ve learned to turn down my enthusiasm a bit, especially around certain Ts. Ease them into new things. Respect that change is scary for quite a few. #leadlap
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@polonerd, @LaneWalker2, @mhebern, @hartel30, @behrens_jeanne, @donlin_trish, @appyteacher, @laur_morriss
Q5: I think teachers create new protocols all the time. The problem lies in the inability to share what happens behind those closed classroom doors. Leaders need to help open the doors and let Ts share the great things they do. #leadlap
Mic drop! And this can ONLY happen when we are transparent, authentic, reflective & able to share not only our wins, but our #failforward moments. “This truth telling unlocks people” @GlennonDoyle#leadlap#eduprotocols
A1: Everyday is an opportunity! I don’t believe in start & finish dates for the year or culture - it’s the expectation that we bring it each & everyday! #LeadLAP
Modeling risk taking and sharing with students you're taking a risk helps encourage creativity! Our sole district goal for the year: Students and staff will demonstrate intellectual risk taking and embrace error as an integral part of the learning process. #LeadLAP
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
Protocols and process must drive any lesson. These must be established collaboratively with your students. When there is two way trust in processes classrooms have no limits. #leadlap
A5: It always helps when leaders model these protocols to staff to help see the power of the practice. We do this in staff and team meetings as well as our weekly newsletter. #LeadLAP
Couldn't agree more. Ts will get caught up in having to blow up their entire lesson. I'll often ask them to focus on the questions they ask, and what might happen if they changed their questions. #LeadLAP
A5: hyperdocs and sketchnoting are taking off and being used by Ts—I see the need for developing our protocols better, so next step and mission! #LeadLAP
A:5 Not sure I've created my own protocols--perhaps my Math360 Math Morning Review (complete with sweet music), but I'm all in with Iron Chef and 3-Act tasks. So nice to be able to focus on the content and not teaching them how to show their understanding all the time #leadlap
A5: Our 5th grade teacher has become our Google Guru ...not only does she use @ROBO3D printers, hyperdocs, 5/K google pals, and endless other tech-y awesomeness is her classroom, but she is more than willing to spread her knowledge to other Ts @Shelley_Emslie#LeadLAP
A5: I think the use of protocols is so powerful. When we create simple yet engaging structures designed to assist students in organizing thoughts and content I believe it frees up the mind to think in more creative ways. Structure isn’t a dirty word #leadLAP
A5: I send out Strategies of the Week to my staff and ask them to send back examples of times that they try it over the course of the next 2 weeks. It amazes me the variations of the strategies that they send back that work with their kids. Here are some of them...#LeadLAP
And just an FYI, if you haven’t had an opportunity to hear or talk to @jcorippo look for that opportunity. Not many people who can discuss instruction, leadership and technology at the very highest level, in all 3 arenas. He does and can. He is all about helping others.
#leadlap
Q5: I think teachers create new protocols all the time. The problem lies in the inability to share what happens behind those closed classroom doors. Leaders need to help open the doors and let Ts share the great things they do. #leadlap
Q1: Every strong classroom starts with a strong culture. What is your plan, as a leader, to develop strong classroom culture at the beginning of year (class or school wide)? #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A5: After doing a literacy lab site at our school, my team saw firsthand how ineffective think-pair-share was. Kids are just waiting to speak, they aren't listening at all. In addition, the time is so minimal usually the talker of the pair is the only one sharing. #LeadLAP
A5: I think #EduProtocols are good resources for teachers if implemented with creativity, student voice, and innovation in mind. The #CyberSandwich can be used as just another graphic organizer if students arent set free. #LeadLAP
A5: This is where I am moving now. After creating experiences over 2 years, then being moved, creating experiences for 2 years, then being moved again, creating experiences for 2 years and then moving. Protocols is where I need to go. Putting things together that travel. #leadlap
A5: When I was in the classroom- I apparently did many #eduprotocols - didn’t know it. They are important because it’s tough to grapple new activity/tool AND new content- cognitive overload- something will lose. Don’t need to build a new bridge each time you corss river #leadlap
A5: In the pair share remake, I took something that was known and imagined it using technology. How could tech enhance it beyond what was done before? #LeadLAP#EduProtocols@jcorippo
A5: I've observed a lot of tweaking to already existing protocols, but not the development of new protocols. I'd love to support teachers in doing things like this and sharing them with their colleagues.
#LeadLAP
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@jcorippo, @mhebern, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
A5 I love #HyperDocs! My next steps are to revise them for better differentiation. Just read great think-pair-share update ideas by @PoojaAgarwal structure the focus, connect to previous lessons #leadlap
A5: In faculty meetings have "bring and brag'" activities to share all of these type of "retrieval activities." Highlight things you see, put the spotlight on staff to encourage others to pursue learning. There is so much out there. I like using @Flipgrid with staff.#leadlap
Both are important- when students are engaged in complex tasks- it frees teacher up for “FaceTime” w students to have conversations- those are invaluable as well. #leadlap#eduprotocols
A5: our division is trying to incorporate hyperdocs more. We need to understand how to best utilize them to maximize student interest, engagement and ultimately, learning. #LeadLAP
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@jcorippo, @mhebern, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
A5: I send out Strategies of the Week to my staff and ask them to send back examples of times that they try it over the course of the next 2 weeks. It amazes me the variations of the strategies that they send back that work with their kids. Here are some of them...#LeadLAP
A6: Share everything I learn. Encourage them to share their success and failures. Encourage them to visit other classrooms and see other grades. #LeadLAP
A6: Work hard to create experiences, dynamic over static lessons that leave a sweet taste on Ss tongues, making Ss want more. Toss in a bit of the research/brain science, & Ts start to see that awesomeness is not all fluff, but is a main course of authentic learning too.#LeadLAP
A5b: FlipGrid responses, sharing out what their partner said, Post-It thoughts were just some ideas we came up with to replace Think-Pair-Share. #LeadLAP
#LeadLAP Q6 Start by encouraging Student Voice. Encourage students to own their learning. Have students hold their peers accountable for the learning in the classroom.
A6 As a PD provider, my goal is to model what should be/could be used with students. Gotta practice what you preach. Sit and get PD doesn't work...Integrate the 4 Cs, voice and choice, model the pedagogy, etc. #LEADlap#eduprotocols
A5: When I was in the classroom- I apparently did many #eduprotocols - didn’t know it. They are important because it’s tough to grapple new activity/tool AND new content- cognitive overload- something will lose. Don’t need to build a new bridge each time you corss river #leadlap
Q2: Many are dependant on premade lessons-but often this is the result of poor leadership & a lack of trust.I spoke w/a few teachers pushed into a scripted program & they were scared to speak out! A culture of fear shuts down creativity & is detrimental to teachers & Ss #LeadLAP
A5: I've observed a lot of tweaking to already existing protocols, but not the development of new protocols. I'd love to support teachers in doing things like this and sharing them with their colleagues.
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A6 By talking to each other, sharing what they are doing, discussing the great stuff they find on Twitter, Podcasts, etc. and visiting each other's classes to see the wonderful things that are going on in the building. #LeadLAP
Q6. Classroom get better if and only if you take the time to build strong relationships with your students. If students know teacher cares about them the teacher can take them anywhere. Also keep expectations HIGH. They can meet them. #leadlap
A6: This is where walking the walk is so important. At every all-staff meeting, I take time to model practices for Ts. Sometimes it's tech, sometimes it's a protocol. Can't expect Ts (or Ss!) to do something different if they don't know what that means! #LeadLAP
A5: Simple answer-nope! I take that back. Our math dep head has created protocols. This is an area I need to work on. Before I do, I need to dive in and really understand eduprotocols. #LeadLAP
A5: new to me as well...I think we must open the door for Ts to be innovative and embrace and build time to share what they are doing and what's working...this would be a perfect share! #LeadLAP
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A6 - Show them a way to think about learning that they never considered before. (And sell it.) Do it with them as much as possible. Ever had a P do a lesson with a T? #LeadLAP
#LeadLAP A3 By reaching beyond the walls of the classroom thanks to Skype, FaceTime & Hangouts. This year we have taken our Ss to Russia, Canada, France, Sweden, Israel & Denmark. Learning geography skills and sharing cultural ideas with our new friends.
A6: In my district, we are fortunate to have instructional coaches, who at the request of a teacher will dive into any classroom and support the teacher in any way he or she needs. Some of these coaching sessions have led to incredible classroom growth! #leadlap
A6: I always say that you have to ask them if they are inspired, but my intention is to let them inspire themselves. I work hard to find the value in everything THEY say and then say it back to them. They hopefully realize that they are thinking and doing amazing things. #leadlap
My favorite quote from this week was "If it goes in a grade book, its not a formative assessment" The whole point is to find a way to best support them! #LeadLAP
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A6 I ask "would you want to be a student in your own classroom?" I also try to keep up with what's cool in music, media, etc to relate to my kids #LeadLAP
A6- DBC Books, sharing, went to #MALeads18 together to hear @BethHouf and other great educators at different sessions, kicking off #TLAP book study and meeting @burgessdave in May! Trying to model and encourage better experiences! #LeadLAP
A6: “The best way to change beliefs is by creating conditions and experiences for teachers to try new things and see what is possible.” #lcinnovation#leadlap
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
YES! We changed up our meetings for just this reason. First meeting of the month is in another teacher's classroom for 45 minutes (chosen by snowballs). Next meeting, we share out the coolness we saw! #LeadLAP
A: School wide culture is built through my whole staff. Team building around trust, communication, listening & growth mindset is what I like to start the year off with. Facilitating & modeling with the staff sets the tone for a team focused learning environment. #LEADLAP
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
A6: You have to build the relationships first, while setting procedures & expectations. Once those are in place, better experiences will happen naturally. However, the first step is building relationships! #LeadLAP
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
A6: When relational trust is pervasive, Ts feel safe enough to share w/ ea other their successes and failures... this raises everyone's game! #LeadLap we should create a space for teachers to push & elevate ea other.
A6: I throw A LOT at my Ts but w/ the expectation not to do it all. Find things that work for them & their kids & just try a few. From morning PLCs to Choice PD to Strategies and Tech Tools of the week... Just trying to find something to catch each person's attention! #leadlap
Exactly. My Ts that struggle don't plan questions, and ask low-level questions. Lots of discussions about that, and efforts to provide support. #LeadLAP
A6. A6. Create better PD opportunities for your staff based on their needs and wants! If you want to better classroom experiences for students you must better experiences for your teachers! #leadlap
#LeadLAP Q6 Once teachers develop lessons, dive in and help support the process. Have meaningful conversation about what was awesome and what can be improved. Thank them when they fail! Encourage the "it didn't work" conversation and use it to start another risk!
A5: We have been creating #hyperdocs for science and using Frayer for math and science. Have always loved using the 5E lesson model #leadLap Excited to try some of the other #eduprotocols after spring break 👍🏻
bought it today! Can't wait to read it, especially after this awesome chat. So much goodness was flying at me, I couldn't even keep up! Thanks, #LeadLAP
Yes but I'm so jealous of @tishrich and her ability to #sketchnote. Everything I hear, I can put it into a drawing in my head by my handwriting is so poor that it wouldn't look the same #LeadLAP
Absolutely- don’t abandon a resource if there are valuable pieces. But you have it right- start with the students- then use what you have at your fingertips to meet them- but use it how you see fit- that is where creativity comes in. #leadlap#eduprotocols
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@EmilyAnderle, @jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
A6 Encourage public sharing from Ts who are trying new things. One of our 2nd year Spanish teachers did a gallery walk of exam wrappers that inspired vets to try the technique. https://t.co/QTsQjAXwvz#LeadLap
A5: 5 min mini shares by staff at Wednesday “unstaff” meetngs...powerful PD from people (under your roof) in the trenches and builds capacity! #LeadLAP
A6: Providing meaningful and relevant PD for them is critical to creating better experiences for students. Check out what I do https://t.co/2HJ1uKoYZP in this @DisruptedTv spotlight! I always enjoy learning and growing with my staff! @Rigor_Relevance#leadlap
Thank you so much to this amazing #LeadLAP crew for your insights today. Special thanks to @jcorippo and @mhebern for hosting and for bring #EduProtocols to all of us! Phenomenal resource.
We have a Teachfest or Techfest ea year for T-led PD so Ts choose to present & learn about the things they think will be most helpful for them. #leadlap
Promotion and celebration of teacher created protocols not only reinforces the creator and disseminates the tool to colleagues, but inspires peers to venture into their own creation zone. #LeadLap
A6: I’m always looking for ways to provide time for teachers to plan together. Also, working with staff on committees, learning teams, etc....we are all learning together #LeadLAP
#LeadLAP Also we have created a primary source speakers list for our SS classes. Started with our 1980s class 5 years ago. We have been fortunate to have icons of history share their stories with our students. It engages them and makes learning relevant.
A5: it’s my job as a coach to introduce Ts to strategies, tech etc.. which is why I bought #EduProtocols. Planning on running a bookachuca (sp) session during our back to school but before school district ed tech summit. #LeadLAP
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@jcorippo, @mhebern, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
In case folks missed Q4: Q4: @jcorippo likes to compare what’s happened in the food truck and craft beer revolution to what’s possible in education (innovation unhindered). Can we take back our profession the same way? - #LEADLAP#EDUPROTOCOLS@BethHouf@Burgess_Shelley
A6: Take time to celebrate the risks that are taken. Roll up my sleeves and partner teach. Get rid of the roadblocks that make it harder to accomplish. #LeadLAP
A6 Found my crazy w/ @lomboa@reinemoreads@ETSU90 to put together NPS Spring Madness bracket challenge. Educators observing & celebrating each other. #leadlap
A6: Communication. I send them great ideas that I find on Twitter and in blogs. I invite them to visit my classroom when I’m doing an interesting project or activity. I visit their classrooms and ask them questions. I share my excitement with them. #LeadLAP#MTBOS
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
A6 By encouraging others to get out there and connect, however and whenever is convenient, twitter, edcamps, conferences, and also sharing what we have done in our classroom #LeadLAP#EDUProtocols
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@jcorippo, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
A6: Taking another angle at this: I think you can get a lot of buy-in by showing how much protocols can take off a teacher's plate. "If momma aint happy--aint nobody happy" Happy/relaxed teacher = better environment for kids. #leadlap
A5: I've observed a lot of tweaking to already existing protocols, but not the development of new protocols. I'd love to support teachers in doing things like this and sharing them with their colleagues.
#LeadLAP
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@jcorippo, @mhebern, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
Yes, this is exactly how to start! Giving permission goes a long ways. Being willing to sacrifice on scores during the learning curve is important or T's won't risk the change. #LeadLAP#EduProtocols
A5: new to me as well...I think we must open the door for Ts to be innovative and embrace and build time to share what they are doing and what's working...this would be a perfect share! #LeadLAP
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@MsOleksa, @jcorippo, @mhebern, @BethHouf, @burgess_shelley
A6 As cliche as it sounds--I model everything I expect w/the 250 educators I serve.
We learn our "adult content" with the same engagement I hope to see being provided for our students. NExt week our "adult content" will be shared via BreakoutEDU.
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