#6thchat is used to chat, collaborate, and grow with other sixth grade educators from around the globe. Each session we discuss a topic voted on by #6thchat participants. It's a great way to help grow your PLN and share ideas with others.
Welcome to #6thchat! Please introduce yourself, what you teach and where! I am Kristin and teach ELA and Soc. Studies.I teach in Lansing, MI. I will be moderating tonight's chat.
#6thchat#ECEchat#AIMSnetwork! Hi I’m Kristen! I teach 6th grade physical science. It’s amazing the conversation you can start with introducing a simple random topi,, like ooooh chocolAte cake or lemon bars, to a bunch of people. Bam! You learn so much! Right @MrPStrunk ?
A1) Modeling helps Ss to visualize a process, strategy or learning experience. It gives them time to think about what they will do, and to consider how they might approach an assignment. #6thchat
A1: Modeling provides Ss the chance to see how to complete a routine or learning process in a correct manner. It does not provide the answer to the Ss, but shows them the right way to get there. #6thchat
A2) I usually try to do this both verbally and written. I have a small white board where I write the goal as I state it, and then I put the goal up for Ss to see throughout the lesson. Sometimes I have Ss turn and talk about it. #6thchat
Bryan checking in from Ohio. A1 Teacher modeling shows them that the teacher is learning right alongside them. It's powerful to write alongside kids, project it to so they can see words/ideas take time and revision. #6thchat
A2: Since switching from SocSt to ELA I have gotten sloppy about this. Our goal is always for them to get better at reading and to be clear and coherent in their writing, but sometimes I forget to say those things. I have to remember to say that stuff out loud! #6thchat
A2: I work both verbally and in writing. I have my Ss write our targets and goals into their notebooks and refer back to them throughout the class. We reflect on where we are and where we need to go. This allows Ss to self-assess their progress. #6thchat
A2 Usually verbally as part of the lesson. After the modeling process we talk about the process picking out what was good or in some cases what could be improved and why. #6thchat
We are SBG and only "grade" on four LGs, so those are posted all the time and I do refer to them a lot, but sometimes I don't do a good job of pointing out how a particular lesson or assignment relates. #6thchat
I hate this part of the rubric for evaluation. I can post it and have it showing for a walk-through evaluation, but if we don't refer back to it with our Ss, what is the point of posting? #6thchat
In reply to
@mrskochheiser, @thedevineone, @MsSauerReads
A3) I usually stick to correct ways, however, if I show a "non example" or incorrect approach, I will ask Ss to figure out what isn't right so that they can help to "teach" me. #6thchat
A3: I almost always include what I don’t want to see! It helps the students understand the parameters even more clearly. Examples usually come from the class/year before. #6thchat
A3: I like to stick to "what you should do" things. Talking about non-examples just puts those idea into the heads of our Ss. Keep things positive. #6thchat
A3: I think this depends if it is an assignment or a behavior kind of lesson. With behavior expectations I like to stick with expected behaviors. With assignments it may be helpful to show things that don't quite fit the guidelines and discuss why. #6thchat
a3: non-examples are a big bucket, esp. for middle school "Don't run in the hall" can lead to skipping, rolling, jumping, 'fast' walking. lots of things.
"Walk in the halls" is clear and direct #6thchat
A2; I’ve been much better at string m goals o be more transparent for my ss so they see my why. Today I made them work independently, which is unlike me. but i explained why so thst understood. sometimes our why s not obvious and can be misinterpreted #6thchat
We were just talking about this. When talking about behavior, keep the "non" examples out, but if working on an academic concept, then non-examples can lead to great discussions, ideas, etc. #6thchat
A4: Besides using candy? Just kidding... I try to keep mini-lessons short and then get them working right away. No time to get bored! Although the worst is when there's a great conversation going on with about half the class. And the others just waiting for lunch. #6thchat
A4 Often I see Ts do all the modeling w/o involving Ss, and the Ss are just messing w/one another, tuned out, etc...really impt to figure out how to keep them focused. #6thchat
A4 Often I see Ts do all the modeling w/o involving Ss, and the Ss are just messing w/one another, tuned out, etc...really impt to figure out how to keep them focused. #6thchat
A5) Often I will have Ss work in partners or small groups; I might do a jigsaw activity, or use @PearDeck so that we can study responses as a class and share our learning. #6thchat
A5: I share the responsibilities of completing classroom tasks with them. I value the "If I won't do it, you don't have to do it" philosophy in my classroom. I can't Ss to do things if I won't do them. They need to see we're a team and we want the best outcome. #6thchat
I love having Ss work in smaller writing groups, and then volunteer to share in the larger group later. I think they build confidence in a small group. #6thchat
A6) I think that I would like to try video recording me modeling a learning experience so that Ss can go back to re-watch it, or watch it in advance. I sometimes think this could be a good intervention for Ss who struggle as they could re-watch parts that are confusing. #6thchat
A6: I had a former colleague use iMovie trailers to share his procedures with Ss. Then, he had Ss use the same tool to introduce themselves. Both T and S videos were hilarious but got the point across. #6thchat
A6: My teaching partner and I are planning to make some videos this year of things that we need to model for students. This way they can look back if they need to see them again or if they were absent. #6thchat
A6.2: I also made my first Flipgrid video this morning (it's a pretty bad book review) and I talked to the students about what was hard about the process so that they could see that I struggled with it (probably more than they will). #6thchat
I always put the tech items in the hands of the Ss to model for me how to work with it. They do a nice job of explaining things to me so I can use them later. #6thchat
No, probably Screencastify or an Elmo. I don't need to see my giant face on a regular basis! And often we might be walking them through the steps of something on the computer. #6thchat
A colleague used Adobe Spark to create similar videos. I don't have an iPad or apple products...at school we are a Chromebook school. Any other video tools you use? #6thchat
Yeah, I had a group of boys try it out ahead of time so I had an idea of how it would work. They did a great job with the technology part, but I also wanted to model actual good writing of the book review. #6thchat
A7) I often will sit with Ss during the "we do" segment to check in, correct thinking, etc. Also, I often will have a learning buddy nearby to help. #6thchat
A7: Extra examples or more structured graphic organizers sometimes. Often I want to see how they do first - depending on what the task is and their area of struggle, sometimes nothing special is needed. I think videos to look back at could be good here too. #6thchat
A8)Here is an article: https://t.co/dyLOz0vyWL Advice: Don't be afraid to mess up, and then correct yourself. That is great for Ss to see, too. #6thchat
A8: Probably biggest piece of advice is not to rush the wait time! So hard to do, but important to let kids process while a lesson is going on. #6thchat
A8: My advice for any new teacher: Make mistakes and point them out to your Ss. Show them that you also make mistakes, then show them how you correct your mistakes. It will build growth mindset within your classroom and provides them a model for how to do the same. #6thchat
A8: Probably biggest piece of advice is not to rush the wait time! So hard to do, but important to let kids process while a lesson is going on. #6thchat
A8: My advice for any new teacher: Make mistakes and point them out to your Ss. Show them that you also make mistakes, then show them how you correct your mistakes. It will build growth mindset within your classroom and provides them a model for how to do the same. #6thchat
A6.2: I also made my first Flipgrid video this morning (it's a pretty bad book review) and I talked to the students about what was hard about the process so that they could see that I struggled with it (probably more than they will). #6thchat
My Ss freaked out today when I sat silently waiting for a student to respond to a scenario we were discussing. After a long while, the student got an correct response out & they good about their self. Then, we discussed why I waited so long so they could see my process. #6thchat
