#TXed Archive

Wednesday April 19, 2017
9:30 PM EDT
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Hello, #txed peeps! I hope you are ready to talk about great teachers! This is Paul, from Richmond, TX. Who else is joining us tonight?
  • participatechat Apr 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #TXed by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/msiucFYT2z
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Apr 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Wes Vinson, Texas, educator #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Howdy everyone! Welcome to #TXed. Take the next few minutes to introduce yourself and tell us where you are from.
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Great to see you, Wes. #txed
    In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Hey sir! Hope all is well? #TXed
    In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38
  • tasanet Apr 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A list of the amendments to CSHB 21 that were adopted this evening: https://t.co/39k75Y7thL #txed #txlege
  • lori_lreyes Apr 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Lori Reyes Brenham,TX #txed
  • TeachFangs Apr 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Hey Paul, Michael, and everyone. #txed
  • LBell_Yegua Apr 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Good evening! Lindsay from Somerville ISD. I'll be in and our...abt to switch ✈️ one our way home to TX! #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Lori in the house! #txed
    In reply to @lori_lreyes
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    I am Michael from @BrenhamISD Lead Learner at @AltonElementary #TXed
  • Heyheyitsmrsb Apr 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Katherine from Richardson,TX #TXed
  • meredithakers - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Meredith Akers, AP at Ault Elementary in CFISD Cypres, TX #TXed
  • Isham_Literacy Apr 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Hey #txed crew! Kimberly from north TX, ready to chat about #wgtdd !
  • bluebutterflysm Apr 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Sharon, Reading & Dyslexia Specialist, central Texan who ❤️s #Gsuite! #txed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Hi Jim. thanks for stopping in tonight. #txed
    In reply to @TeachFangs
  • markatmsum Apr 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Mark, from Manvel, being distracted by hockey tonight!! #txed
  • melroseacker Apr 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Melanie-Rockwall-AP/Forever learner #txed
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Hey #Txed Glad to be here for tonight's chat! oh..Kelley from N. Tx.. :)
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Hi Lindsey! #txed
    In reply to @LBell_Yegua
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Question 1 is coming up! #TXed
  • Lindsey_Friend Apr 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Lindsey Friend, San Antonio! #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Hey! Hope your day went well. Never got a chance to come by. Meetings, meetings, meetings! #TXed
    In reply to @lori_lreyes
  • Hahne_KingEle Apr 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Hi y'all. I'm Elyse in Katy and teach Special ed! #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Thanks for stopping by, Katherine. #txed
    In reply to @Heyheyitsmrsb
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Welcome back Paul. How is your family? #TXed
    In reply to @TeachFangs
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Good to see you, Merideth. #txed
    In reply to @meredithakers
  • JASteingraber Apr 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Jason Principal @WilderSPS in Springfield, mo. Happy to be here #TXed
  • mfricke25 Apr 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Hey #TXed! Monica from Tx. Headed back home by bus as I join in! Brought some HS kiddos to the Nat'l Coll.Fair in Austin this evening!
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Awesome Gif #TXed
    In reply to @LBell_Yegua
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Welcome Katherine! I am from Richardson also! #txed are you risd?
    In reply to @Heyheyitsmrsb
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Hi Kimberly. Glad you could make it. #txed
    In reply to @Isham_Literacy
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Q1 How do great teachers ignore trivial disturbances and respond to inappropriate behaviors without escalating the situation? #TXed
  • stephanieryon Apr 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    stephanie ryon here from College Station ISD - here for #txed ;)
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Welcome back Katherine! #TXed
    In reply to @Heyheyitsmrsb
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining us, Sharon. #txed
    In reply to @bluebutterflysm
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Howdy friend! Hope things went well today! #TXed
    In reply to @meredithakers
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Great to have you here, Melanie. #txed
    In reply to @melroseacker
  • SIOWehmeyer Apr 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Tara from Brenham- Title 1 Officer- I'm here! Though a tad tardy! Good Evening!!! #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Welcome back Kim #TXed
    In reply to @Isham_Literacy
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Hi Mark. Glad you could stop in. #txed
    In reply to @markatmsum
  • Toups_J Apr 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    #TXed Jerry Toups HS Math Tr LamarCISD by Houston, TX #AlwaysBelieve
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Alright, Alright, Alright! #TXed
    In reply to @bluebutterflysm
  • ncsimpson1 Apr 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    adopted this evening: https://t.co/BXL1YhLIKT #txed #txlege https:
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Hi Lindsey! Thanks for joining the chat tonight. #txed
    In reply to @Lindsey_Friend
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Howdy Melanie. Glad you could joking us again #TXed
    In reply to @melroseacker
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Hi Elyse! Glad to see you could make it. #txed
    In reply to @Hahne_KingEle
  • msccunningELA Apr 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A1: Honestly for me it was just practice. I used to get aggravated by everything! You learn to pick your battles. #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT
      Q1 How do great teachers ignore trivial disturbances and respond to inappropriate behaviors without escalating the situation? #TXed
  • Toups_J Apr 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    #TXed A1 Great Trs have learned PATIENCE. They don't panick if a behavior DOES NOT threaten the learning environment. Take care of it later
  • LBell_Yegua Apr 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Gr8 Ts know when to let things go or wait to address at a more appropriate teachable moment. Also don't publicize nvr helps #TXed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT
      Q1 How do great teachers ignore trivial disturbances and respond to inappropriate behaviors without escalating the situation? #TXed
  • JASteingraber Apr 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A1: This where the art to teaching comes in play. Great teacher know what hills to die on & which ones to let roll #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT
      Q1 How do great teachers ignore trivial disturbances and respond to inappropriate behaviors without escalating the situation? #TXed
  • TeachFangs Apr 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A1 The great ones just flash "the look" and normalcy returns. #txed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Hi Jason. Thanks for joining us tonight. #txed
    In reply to @JASteingraber, @WilderSPS
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Safe travels friend! How was it? #TXed
    In reply to @mfricke25
  • markatmsum Apr 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A1- by choosing to address the issues that matter to class, and not get caught up seeking revenge. #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Hi Monica. Sounds like a great day! #txed
    In reply to @mfricke25
  • pruitt5 Apr 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Ann Pruitt, CFISD sped teacher #txed
  • JennMillsap Apr 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Hey guys, checking in from @McGregorISD here. #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Hi Stephanie! Glad you could make it! #TXed
    In reply to @stephanieryon
  • bluebutterflysm Apr 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    House gives preliminary approval to bill overhauling school finance system https://t.co/uKezCtg91O #txed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Hi Stephanie. Thanks for joining us tonight. #txed
    In reply to @stephanieryon
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Lunch detention tomorrow! #TXed
    In reply to @SIOWehmeyer
  • meredithakers - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A1: Great Ts know their students- what to ignore and what redirect. Great Ts try to de-escalate and never get into power struggles #TXed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT
      Q1 How do great teachers ignore trivial disturbances and respond to inappropriate behaviors without escalating the situation? #TXed
  • Hahne_KingEle Apr 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A1 great teachers know their students and how to adjust their teaching and mgmt to meet their needs. Ts focus on Ss and their needs. #TXed
  • LBell_Yegua Apr 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A1 Gr8 Ts know when to let things go or wait to address at a more appropriate teachable moment. Also don't publicize nvr helps #TXed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT
      Q1 How do great teachers ignore trivial disturbances and respond to inappropriate behaviors without escalating the situation? #TXed
  • pruitt5 Apr 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A1: pick your battles. Some Ss have more going on then we realize. It's best to build a relationship & know what to correct. #txed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Hey Tara! Great to see you again. #txed
    In reply to @SIOWehmeyer
  • lori_lreyes Apr 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A1-pick your battles and have private conversations #txed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Great to see you, Jerry. #txed
    In reply to @Toups_J
  • rphife Apr 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Rachel Phife, Instructional Coach for the @kespanthers in @HaysCISD Excited to join the conversation tonight. #txed
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A1 Whew.proximity, looks, ignoring if possible, choosing your battles. Though a really active engaging class has less time to be "off" #txed
  • SIOWehmeyer Apr 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A1- you pick your battles and learn each kid. But by no means does it mean to let everything go! #txed
  • JennMillsap Apr 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A1 Continue to point on the positives and pull the attention to that instead of the trivial stuff. #txed
  • Lindsey_Friend Apr 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A1: Picking your battles, being patient, and knowing your kids. Different kids respond best to different things. #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Hey Ann. Hope you and the kids are doing well. #TXed
    In reply to @pruitt5
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Welcome back Jennifer #TXed
    In reply to @JennMillsap, @McGregorISD
  • JASteingraber Apr 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A1: The great teachers know their students and value the relationships - while showing leadership in their classroom #TXed
  • Isham_Literacy Apr 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A1 It is a constant balancing act to respond effectively 2 the behaviors we deem more immediate or necessary and praise those desired #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT
      Q1 How do great teachers ignore trivial disturbances and respond to inappropriate behaviors without escalating the situation? #TXed
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Apr 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A1: Trivial disturbances have to be understood as often emerging from idiosyncrasy. Inappropriate behavior can be corrected gently #TXed
  • bluebutterflysm Apr 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A1: relationships w Ss. I can just raise an eyebrow to stop or change behavior. #TXed
  • meredithakers - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    @Hahne_KingEle !! We are in each other's heads tonight! WELL SAID! :) #txed
    In reply to @Hahne_KingEle, @Hahne_KingEle
  • mfricke25 Apr 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A1: stay calm is #1! I used to tell my Ss to listen to how I was talking to them & say lets talk just like this. Deep breaths! #TXed
  • TeachFangs Apr 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A1 I think 'ignore', always comes back to bite the teacher. It's the subtle way great teachers address rudimentary behavior. #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Welcome back Rachel. So good to see you last Sunday. #TXed
    In reply to @rphife, @kespanthers, @HaysCISD
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Apr 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A1: A lot of times inappropriate behaviors need coaching instead of consequences #TXed
  • stephanieryon Apr 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    a1: Pick battles! “Cry for attention” is addressed individually, after class. Setting the culture from day 1 minimizes these issues! #txed
  • Heyheyitsmrsb Apr 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A2: by using subtle redirection or by proximity. Sometimes just standing next to the ss disturbing will fix situations . #txed
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Question 2 is coming up! #TXed
  • altonreading Apr 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Happy to join #TXed! Sorry a bit late. Melissa from Brenham- instructional specialist
  • AssignmentHelpN Apr 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    #txed A Beginner’s Guide on How to Make Mind Maps https://t.co/HMbTauQCs5
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A1 cont'd I just ordered some of those fidget toys from wish. cubes and spinners #TXed
  • stephanieryon Apr 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    happy to join in on the #txed fun!
    In reply to @PrincipalOgg
  • LBell_Yegua Apr 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Perfectly said 🙌🏻👍🏻#TXed
    • Wesley_Vinson38 Apr 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT
      A1: A lot of times inappropriate behaviors need coaching instead of consequences #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Great to see you, Ann. Thanks for joining us. #txed
    In reply to @pruitt5
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Apr 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A1: It is possible to be gentle in tone and stern, but it takes some practice #TXed
  • MrHistory123 Apr 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A1: Trivial disturbances to me might not be so trivial to my Ss in the moment. Ss mirror. When you escalate, so will they. #TXed
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Q2 How do great and ineffective teachers differ when dealing with student behavior? #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A1-Know your kids and have the kids know you. Expectations are set high and hold to them. No need to argue if little things #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Hi, Jennifer. Glad you could make it. #txed
    In reply to @JennMillsap, @McGregorISD
  • rphife Apr 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A1: This happened today. Had a quick, private convo w/ the student and nobody knew it even happened. #txed
  • meredithakers - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    The Rock may have the right eyebrows for being a teacher!!! hahaha #txed
    In reply to @bluebutterflysm
  • Tommyspall - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Tom Spall reporting for duty! :) 3rd year ITS from THE @BrenhamISD .... Let's do this! Sorry about being 10 minutes late ...#txed
  • KristiHinze Apr 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Kristi Hinze, Brenham. Sorry I am a bit late! #multitasking #homework #TXed
  • Isham_Literacy Apr 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Proximity is important! Hard to have when Ts are behind a desk! #txed
    • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT
      A1 Whew.proximity, looks, ignoring if possible, choosing your battles. Though a really active engaging class has less time to be "off" #txed
  • bmilla84 Apr 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A1: Know your Ss! Build those relationships early on so you know where Ss are coming from! Decide which battles are worth fighting. #TXed
  • nick_schumacher Apr 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A1 be proactive. Teach desired behaviors ahead of time. Stay out of power struggles and never embarrass a kid. #TXed
  • JenAFifield Apr 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Huge deal. Journalism works. Congrats @brianmrosenthal... and Texas students. #tx #txed
  • rphife Apr 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Right back at you! #TxEd
    In reply to @PrincipalOgg, @kespanthers, @HaysCISD
  • Hahne_KingEle Apr 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Thanks! I think it's the time of year too! #txed
    In reply to @meredithakers
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    WE are excited to have you here with us. Thanks for joining. #txed
    In reply to @rphife, @kespanthers, @HaysCISD
  • SIOWehmeyer Apr 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A2: ineffective - yell, scream, escalate... great-determine the cause and address it #TXed
  • TXPackerChick Apr 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Great work by @SpeakerStraus @DanHuberty @DiegoBernalTX & House Pub Ed Committee on their work on #HB21 It's time for change! #txlege #txed
  • JASteingraber Apr 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A1: Innefective teachers try to win an argument...great teachers NEVER argue. #txed
  • JennMillsap Apr 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A2 Ineffective Ts focus on the action, great Ts focus on the student. If you can focus on the Ss you will know why the action #txed
  • LBell_Yegua Apr 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A2 gr8 Ts find ways to change the future behaviors- ineffective Ts find others to blame or gripe/complain #txed
  • rphife Apr 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    MONICA!!! #txed
    In reply to @mfricke25
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    yes, and they can't argue when you make sense. i always explain the why :) #TXed
    In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Right on time! Jump in and have some fun. #txed
    In reply to @altonreading
  • altonreading Apr 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Ditto having to learn to choose your battles. Sometimes the "ignore " method really works. #TXed
  • stephanieryon Apr 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    love this. VERY true. building those meaningful relationships minimizes the behaviors… less need to address! #txed
    In reply to @JASteingraber
  • Heyheyitsmrsb Apr 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    great teachers never let Ss see them sweat. Ineffective teachers take ss behavior personally and lose their cool. #txed
    In reply to @TXEDMod
  • rphife Apr 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    MELISSA!!! #txed
    In reply to @altonreading
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Hey! Glad you could make it. How are your sons? #TXed
    In reply to @KristiHinze
  • nick_schumacher Apr 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A2. Ineffective teachers: embarass kids. Use sarcasm and Engage in power struggles with kids. #TXed
  • Tommyspall - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A1: Always did 2 things: 1.) walked up and had a quick whisper convo with the S. 2) if #1 didn't fix... I talked to S in the hallway #txed
  • bluebutterflysm Apr 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A2: tone, volume, and level of kindness. Sarcasm by a Tchr is a no-no. #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Mr. Spall! Always a pleasure, sir. #txed
    In reply to @Tommyspall, @BrenhamISD
  • Lindsey_Friend Apr 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A2: Great teachers are able to see things from different perspectives before "punishing". Behavior isn't black and white. #TXed
  • nick_schumacher Apr 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Right on. Never let them see you lose your cool. #txed
  • JennMillsap Apr 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A1 @stephanieryon SETTING THE CULTURE IS HUGE!!! #txed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Hi Kristi! You are right on time. We are just glad you could join us. #txed
    In reply to @KristiHinze
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A1-We focus on the behavior that needs attention. Not revenge on the student. #TXed
  • Heyheyitsmrsb Apr 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A2: great teachers never lets Ss see them sweat. Ineffective teachers take behavior personally and lose their cool #Txed
  • Hahne_KingEle Apr 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A2 Great Ts know bow to reach and work with behavior of a Ss. Ineffective teachers want a quick fix for them! #txed
  • rphife Apr 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A2: Ineffective Ts address EVERYTHING. Effective Ts know what to address and what to ignore. #txed
  • massignmenthelp Apr 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    #txed 15 Websites to Increase Productivity https://t.co/t6CXdTeYbl
  • Isham_Literacy Apr 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A2 Gr8 Ts work on building a relationship in order to prevent undesired behaviors & guide Ss when they occur. Other Ts yell/threaten. #txed
  • Toups_J Apr 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    #TXed A2 Great Trs EMPHASIZE the positive, they deal with negative behavior later. If you dwell on the NEGATIVE you will foster that action
  • meredithakers - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A2: Ineffective teachers focus on rules and consequences, great teachers focus on expectations @ToddWhitaker #TxEd
  • altonreading Apr 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    Rachel!!!!!! #TXed
  • Tommyspall - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A1B: By getting S quietly and respectfully to hallway, I was able to have a 1:1 convo w/o escalation or embarrassment near peers #txed
  • PrincipalVest - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A1: Effective teachers don't major in the minors 😊They pick their battles and focus on the relationship. #TXed
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    i think we all need standing desks. in the middle of the room. or mobile desks. i go sit with the ss if there is a must do..lol #TXed
    In reply to @Isham_Literacy
  • TeachFangs Apr 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A2 Great teachers do what they say they'll do, don't threaten punishment, and develop loving, trusting relationships. #txed
  • rphife Apr 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    #unacceptable #txed #needstobeaddressed
    In reply to @Tommyspall, @BrenhamISD
  • stephanieryon Apr 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    a2: ineffective Ts often approach from a negative behavior standpoint; great Ts (organically!) infuse PBIS. Power in the positive! #txed
  • markatmsum Apr 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A2- Ineffective teacher treat all kids as if they are the same. #txed
  • JennMillsap Apr 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A2 Infective teacher reacts to the Ss action with actions. Great teachers react to the action with concern and solutions #txed
  • Isham_Literacy Apr 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    AMEN!! @_nickschumacher #TXed
    In reply to @nick_schumacher, @_nickschumacher
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A2: Gr8 Ts look inward when there is an issue. ineffective blame everyone and everything but themselves. #txed
  • lori_lreyes Apr 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A2-try to get to the bottom of the behavior, Why is it happening #txed
  • bluebutterflysm Apr 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Amen! 😇 #txed @nick_schumacher
    • nick_schumacher Apr 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
      A2. Ineffective teachers: embarass kids. Use sarcasm and Engage in power struggles with kids. #TXed
  • Toups_J Apr 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    #TXed A2 When observing classes you can sense a postive aura in the room. It's there. It's real. Great Trs create this climate.
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    good answer Michael! #txed
    In reply to @PrincipalOgg
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A2-Great teachers are not out to get the Ss. They want the behavior to change. #TXed
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Question 3 is coming up! #TXed
  • TeachFangs Apr 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Gentle and stern at same time. Genuine and sincere. Trust and verify. #txed
    In reply to @KelleyJAndrews, @Wesley_Vinson38
  • Isham_Literacy Apr 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    I've lost track of how many shoes I have worn out by squatting down by a Ss desk! #TXed
    In reply to @KelleyJAndrews
  • JASteingraber Apr 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A2: Great teachers establish living/breathing communities...ineffective teachers create stagnant environments #TXed
  • stephanieryon Apr 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Ohhhh the power struggles. So true! Not even worth it! #txed
    In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • JBroussardWJH Apr 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A2: Have a "time-in" with students, one on one, and figure out the underlying issue. There's always something deeper going on. #TXed
  • nick_schumacher Apr 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A2. Great Ts build positive relationships, show empathy and genuinely care for their Ss. #TXed
  • Tommyspall - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Bahahahahahahahahaha #txed #Only10Minutes
    In reply to @rphife, @BrenhamISD
  • JoyousScience Apr 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A2 Great teachers actively look for opportunities to praise the kids who get the least praise. #txed
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Apr 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A2: Great teachers deal w/ student behavior issues w/out interrupting stream of learning in class & work to resolve issues w/parents #TXed
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Q3 Great teachers intentionally plan. What are some key things teachers must reflect upon to promote an engaging learning environment? #TXed
  • hnikolaou Apr 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Hercules from WI. Loving what I am reading so I thought I would join. #TXed
  • TeachFangs Apr 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Real teachers teach. #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    So true! You can feel the positive class culture. Little to none student discipline issues #TXed
    • Toups_J Apr 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT
      #TXed A2 When observing classes you can sense a postive aura in the room. It's there. It's real. Great Trs create this climate.
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    hop on in! :) #txed
    In reply to @hnikolaou
  • nick_schumacher Apr 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Right on...dont get caught in the fray. #txed
    • stephanieryon Apr 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT
      Ohhhh the power struggles. So true! Not even worth it! #txed
      In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Great point! Do Ss want to be there? If they do, behavior issues often go away. #txed
    In reply to @JASteingraber
  • stephanieryon Apr 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Wise words here from @JennMillsap , #txed friends!
    • JennMillsap Apr 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      A2 Ineffective Ts focus on the action, great Ts focus on the student. If you can focus on the Ss you will know why the action #txed
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Apr 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A2: Ineffective teachers have not built relationships w/ students or parents & send students to the office for trivial matters #TXed
  • rphife Apr 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Yes they do. I've also seen that they don't see that they are the cause for the behavior. They blame the Ss. #txed
    In reply to @Heyheyitsmrsb
  • SIOWehmeyer Apr 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A3: what will bring each kid into the lesson and make them feel successful? #TXed
  • pruitt5 Apr 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A3: reflect on things that go well & reason things don't go well. If we don't change the things that go wrong, it will never go right! #txed
  • TeachFangs Apr 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    So true. They speak a consequence into being. I'd rather listen to a teacher build a relationship. #txed
    In reply to @meredithakers, @ToddWhitaker
  • MeshaDaniel Apr 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A2: Great Ts make it look SO easy to guide and help students succeed. They know how to get the best out of their students #TXed
  • hnikolaou Apr 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Verifying is so important. Sometimes we rush and do not go just a little deeper #TXed
    In reply to @TeachFangs, @KelleyJAndrews, @Wesley_Vinson38
  • rphife Apr 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Love this! #txed
    In reply to @PrincipalVest
  • nick_schumacher Apr 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A3. Student safety. Scaffold instruction so every kid can answer every question (correctly) every time! #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
      Q3 Great teachers intentionally plan. What are some key things teachers must reflect upon to promote an engaging learning environment? #TXed
  • PegGrafwallner Apr 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A2 I wrkd in school where Ts sent Ss to office because Ss forget pencils. Really, can't make this stuff up! #Txed
    • Wesley_Vinson38 Apr 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
      A2: Ineffective teachers have not built relationships w/ students or parents & send students to the office for trivial matters #TXed
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    hahaha! truth :) #txed
    In reply to @Isham_Literacy
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    You are welcome any time Hercules #TXed
    In reply to @hnikolaou
  • cllowery Apr 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A2: ineffective Ts react, effective teachers respond. #TXed
  • teri_silva Apr 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A2: An effective teacher searches for the root cause and focuses on the relationship with her student. #TXed
  • bluebutterflysm Apr 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A3: differential, choice, variety in activities, time 4 Ss 2 process& reflect. #txed
  • lori_lreyes Apr 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A3-What went well? How can I change it up so it keep being exciting and engaging?#txed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A3: 1st, be willing to look honestly at themselves. Sometimes the issue is with the lesson or delivery. Always look to improve. #txed
  • JennMillsap Apr 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A3 What are the Ss interested in? What is important to Ss? How am I going to make this important to them and relate it to their world. #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
      Q3 Great teachers intentionally plan. What are some key things teachers must reflect upon to promote an engaging learning environment? #TXed
  • KristiHinze Apr 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Effective teachers own their classroom and have high engagement levels. #Txed
  • rphife Apr 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Fair but firm. #txed
    In reply to @TeachFangs, @KelleyJAndrews, @Wesley_Vinson38
  • cllowery Apr 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A3: @alicekeeler would say every lesson should build a positive relationship. #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    #TXed
    In reply to @pruitt5
  • Lindsey_Friend Apr 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A3: We should be open to changing things that don't go well and sharing things that do. #TXed
  • MeshaDaniel Apr 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A2: ineffective teachers waste everyone's time. They focus too much on the WHAT instead of bringing out the WHY. #TXed
  • hnikolaou Apr 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Yes. Ss need to feel physically and emotionally safe. #TXed
    In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • JBroussardWJH Apr 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A3: Ask yourself if Ss felt the lesson was an experience. Did they want to know more about the concept/idea after leaving your room? #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Yes! Hard to do sometimes, but we have to remember that we are learning right along with the Ss. Always improving. #txed
    • pruitt5 Apr 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT
      A3: reflect on things that go well & reason things don't go well. If we don't change the things that go wrong, it will never go right! #txed
  • Heyheyitsmrsb Apr 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A3: Think about Ss backgrounds and home lives when creating a learning environment. Is it nurturing to all Ss or just one type? #txed
  • JennMillsap Apr 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A3 How am going to allow them choice in this? How can I extend this and make a teachable moment for all? #txed
  • Hahne_KingEle Apr 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A3 Meeting the whole Ss needs. Emotional, academic, behavioral. Are all their needs met? Are students engaged? #txed
  • stephanieryon Apr 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    a3: individual needs, preferences & attention spans! I always plan a “no HW” deal w/ my kids to support in-class engagement & effort! #txed
  • Isham_Literacy Apr 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A3 What worked the day before/what didn't, how best Ss will be affected as well as rest of class. #TXed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
      Q3 Great teachers intentionally plan. What are some key things teachers must reflect upon to promote an engaging learning environment? #TXed
  • Tommyspall - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A3: Guage the interest of your audience. ALWAYS! Check prior knowledge, and examine your instruction of past lessons for engagement! #txed
  • JoyousScience Apr 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    @JennMillsap YES to the idea of choice. #txed
    In reply to @pwagnerlcisd, @JennMillsap
  • cllowery Apr 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A3: amen!! An experience is worth more than regurgitation. #TXed
    • JBroussardWJH Apr 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT
      A3: Ask yourself if Ss felt the lesson was an experience. Did they want to know more about the concept/idea after leaving your room? #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A3-Would they pay for a ticket to see this lesson @burgessdave #TXed
  • cllowery Apr 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    All means all! Not just the easy ones to teach! Amen @Heyheyitsmrsb #TXed
    • Heyheyitsmrsb Apr 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT
      A3: Think about Ss backgrounds and home lives when creating a learning environment. Is it nurturing to all Ss or just one type? #txed
  • oJaison Apr 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A3: What student was in mind when the lesson was created and how should it be modified as a result? #TXed
  • PegGrafwallner Apr 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Right! This poem says it all! I share it with Ts as often as I can. It's the truth! #TXed
    In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Question 4 is coming up! #TXed
  • altonreading Apr 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A3 great teachers think through the delivery - how will I hook them ? How will I keep them engaged. How will I insure they learned ? #TXed
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Apr 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A3: Student learning preferences, engaging capacity of material, relevance of material to students' lives, mental breaks, music genre #Txed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Great way to say it, Lindsey! #txed
    • Lindsey_Friend Apr 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT
      A3: We should be open to changing things that don't go well and sharing things that do. #TXed
  • MeshaDaniel Apr 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A3: RELEVANCE and RELATIONSHIPS! Ts need to plan lessons that mean something to Ss and let Ss know that they are important too! #TXed
  • oJaison Apr 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    That's a tough one #TXed
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    Q4 Great teachers take responsibility and plan for success. What do you do if your lesson is not successful with your students? #TXed
  • SIOWehmeyer Apr 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    A3: if your child was sitting in that class, would you want them to be apart of the lesson? #txed
  • rphife Apr 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    A3: How can I engage all Ss? What about those that struggle, those that excel, those that are right on track? #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    All these awesome tweets tonight! My head is about to explode #TXed
  • hnikolaou Apr 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    Yes! Making small mistakes leads to opportunities to improve #GrowthMindset #txed
    • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT
      A3: 1st, be willing to look honestly at themselves. Sometimes the issue is with the lesson or delivery. Always look to improve. #txed
  • Isham_Literacy Apr 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    YES!! @MeshaDaniel #TXed
    In reply to @MeshaDaniel, @MeshaDaniel
  • PrincipalVest - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    A3: Student interest & skillset, authentic experiences, embracing the tools used by digital natives, incorporating choice #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
      Q3 Great teachers intentionally plan. What are some key things teachers must reflect upon to promote an engaging learning environment? #TXed
  • KristiHinze Apr 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    Great teachers plan deep and wide! This covers the hook all the way through the assessment while always keeping in mind misconceptions #TXed
  • JoyousScience Apr 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A4 Ask the Ss. They can often pinpoint what stunk. "Why didn't you like this?" "Well, let us count the ways..." #txed
  • altonreading Apr 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    Yes! "If it's broke , fix it" #txed
    • Lindsey_Friend Apr 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT
      A3: We should be open to changing things that don't go well and sharing things that do. #TXed
  • rphife Apr 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    And don't forget practice without penalty. #txed @lead4ward
    In reply to @KristiHinze, @lead4ward
  • meredithakers - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A4: If a lesson is not successful, tell someone! Fail Forward. Learn from mistakes and help others learn, too. #Txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT
      Q4 Great teachers take responsibility and plan for success. What do you do if your lesson is not successful with your students? #TXed
  • Toups_J Apr 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    #TXed A3 Great Trs have great "hooks" that draw the Ss into the lesson. I imagine I am Tim the Tool Man when I teach https://t.co/6Ym6hkVZYE
  • SIOWehmeyer Apr 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A4:it's a tough pill to swallow but I know I was to breathe and reboot. What could I do differently?! #txed
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    differentiate, choice,tech, leveled assignments, student pacing (hyperdocs) mine love weird facts too! #TXed
    In reply to @rphife
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A4-Step back and take a look at why went wrong. Dig down to that certain point to find where the misdirection started #TXed
  • lori_lreyes Apr 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A4-go back to the drawing board and/or ask for help, It may not have been the lesso, it may have been presenter aka "me" #txed
  • Hahne_KingEle Apr 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A4 Reflect on what went wrong & get Ss input. They're our biggest fans and voices in the classroom. It's okay, do better next time. #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A4-Step back and take a look at what went wrong. Dig down to that certain point to find where the misdirection started #TXed
  • JASteingraber Apr 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A4: aIf you're not making a mess, you're not learning. Take the risk and if it fails, learn, grow and try something different #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT
      Q4 Great teachers take responsibility and plan for success. What do you do if your lesson is not successful with your students? #TXed
  • bluebutterflysm Apr 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A4: say it! Let's try that again on a different way. Version 2.3. - Embrace the change/revision = opportunity for revision. #txed
  • Lindsey_Friend Apr 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A4: Own it and try again with a different approach. Kids love to see teachers "mess up". Let them help you fix it! #txed
  • JoyousScience Apr 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A4 Not successful? Lament on Twitter--904 strangers will jump in and help. #txed
  • Hahne_KingEle Apr 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Yes!! Love the fail forward idea! #txed
    In reply to @meredithakers
  • altonreading Apr 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    So true! Never we miss that opportunity! It just keeps building toward the positive!#TXed
  • Isham_Literacy Apr 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A4 Reflect, and ask the class what they would do differently? Ss sometimes have best insight on why it didn't work! #TXed Give Ss #voice
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT
      Q4 Great teachers take responsibility and plan for success. What do you do if your lesson is not successful with your students? #TXed
  • nick_schumacher Apr 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A4. Look at the data (lesson checks) analyze what went wrong and try it again. #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT
      Q4 Great teachers take responsibility and plan for success. What do you do if your lesson is not successful with your students? #TXed
  • JennMillsap Apr 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A4 Own it!! Then you and Ss learn from it. Talk to the Ss. Give them a chance to help improve it. Ss are creative and want input. #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT
      Q4 Great teachers take responsibility and plan for success. What do you do if your lesson is not successful with your students? #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Including the Ss POV also helps in the engagement. They know they have a voice. Great point, Joy. #txed
    • JoyousScience Apr 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT
      A4 Ask the Ss. They can often pinpoint what stunk. "Why didn't you like this?" "Well, let us count the ways..." #txed
  • stephanieryon Apr 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    a4: bring the Ss in on the next steps; what better feedback than from the ones IN the experience? Ask Ss what they need & support it! #txed
  • oJaison Apr 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A4: Sometimes I'll reach out to my PLN on Twitter/Voxer if I don't have specific ideas about how I can improve or who to ask. #TXed
  • lori_lreyes Apr 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A4-go back to the drawing board and/or ask for help, It may not have been the lesson, it may have been presenter aka "me" #txed
  • bmilla84 Apr 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A2: Great Ts establish relationships & try to address the issue. Ineffective Ts respond to the Ss without understanding the why. #TXed
  • altonreading Apr 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Now THAT's the ticket @PrincipalOgg ! #TXed
  • cllowery Apr 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A4: scrap it! Jump on twitter and look for new idea to promote critical thinking and problem solving. It's ok if it doesn't work.. #TXed
  • PegGrafwallner Apr 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    YUP!! #TXed
    In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38
  • JASteingraber Apr 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    #txed Yes @JoyousScience Student voice rules.
    • JoyousScience Apr 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT
      A4 Ask the Ss. They can often pinpoint what stunk. "Why didn't you like this?" "Well, let us count the ways..." #txed
  • Toups_J Apr 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    #TXed A4 Great Trs keep retrying new ways to get the kids to learn. The #Improvise They #AdaptAndOvercome #Reteach with #MorePower
  • KristiHinze Apr 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    A4: Reteach the lesson using a different approach and don't be afraid to tell your students that you made a mistake #TXed
  • vhsaldana Apr 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Aaaaahhhhhhh. Finally here!!!! Help everyone. Do we have some West Avenue tweeps here? #txed
  • nick_schumacher Apr 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    A4.2. Formative assessments. Exit tickets. Lesson checks. Planning...How do you know your kids learned the content of the lesson? #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    If you can have "that conversation" with yourself, you are already there (great teacher) #txed
  • SIOWehmeyer Apr 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    A4: maybe nothing went wrong - maybe you just didn't fully address an misconception ? #txed
  • cpoole27 Apr 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    A4: When a Lesson seems to go wrong, take the time to reflect WITH Ss and improve by getting their insight and input. Plan together #TXed
  • hnikolaou Apr 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Love "teachers own their classrooms". They are our direct advocates for student success. #txed
    • KristiHinze Apr 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT
      Effective teachers own their classroom and have high engagement levels. #Txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Just like baseball when you get a strike! Step back, regroup, and get back up to the plate. #TXed
  • stephanieryon Apr 19 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    I feel like we are functioning out of the same brain tonight ;) #greatmindsthinkalike #txed
    In reply to @Hahne_KingEle
  • williamdp Apr 19 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    A3: Reflect by asking: 'How well are they learning this?' instead of 'How well am I teaching this?' #TXed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
      Q3 Great teachers intentionally plan. What are some key things teachers must reflect upon to promote an engaging learning environment? #TXed
  • msccunningELA Apr 19 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    A4: Definitely NOT blame the students! Reflect on what I could have done differently. #TXed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT
      Q4 Great teachers take responsibility and plan for success. What do you do if your lesson is not successful with your students? #TXed
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    glad you made it Victor! #TXed
    In reply to @vhsaldana
  • knikole Apr 19 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Learn to create a choose your own adventure using slides and more at our Level 2 Bootcamp on May 19-20! https://t.co/k1ODLBRsMD #TXed
  • Heyheyitsmrsb Apr 19 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    A4: Ask for feedback frm T's. What would they have done differently?Think about what has worked in the past. Build on past successes #TXed
  • MeshaDaniel Apr 19 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    A4: Have the courage and strength say it did not go well. Learn from it, and refine your lesson and your craft. Failure is not fatal #TXed
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Question 5 is coming up! #TXed
  • markatmsum Apr 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    A4- Get feedback from kids on what they got and what they didn't, they get education more then we give them credit. #TxEd
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Apr 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    A4: Get student feedback, check student understanding for weaker areas, find more engaging ways to cover, & deepen relationships w/ Ss #TXed
  • rphife Apr 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    A4: Regroup & reflect. Why didn't it work? Why did I do it that way? How could I do it differently? How can I make more Ss successful? #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT
      Q4 Great teachers take responsibility and plan for success. What do you do if your lesson is not successful with your students? #TXed
  • hnikolaou Apr 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Exactly! #txed
  • JBroussardWJH Apr 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    A4: It's good to be honest with your Ss about it. They need to see adults "mess up" and keep going because that's what life is about. #TXed
  • cllowery Apr 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    A4: what if we also asked for feedback from students? Could we invite them to #PLC ? ##txed
    • Heyheyitsmrsb Apr 19 @ 10:00 PM EDT
      A4: Ask for feedback frm T's. What would they have done differently?Think about what has worked in the past. Build on past successes #TXed
  • stephanieryon Apr 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    bring in that #growthmindset from all perspectives! #txed
    In reply to @JASteingraber
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    We are all in it together! Someone has the answer for you most of the time. #txed
    • oJaison Apr 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT
      A4: Sometimes I'll reach out to my PLN on Twitter/Voxer if I don't have specific ideas about how I can improve or who to ask. #TXed
  • Lindsey_Friend Apr 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Yes! #TXed
    In reply to @vhsaldana
  • teri_silva Apr 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    A3: Great Ts meet both the academic and social emotional needs of theirs students. They find a balance between the two. #TXed
  • altonreading Apr 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    A4 It's not always easy to change what you worked so hard to plan and prep, but adjustment is just part of the territory. #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Put the hashtag #TXed in your tweet and everyone with be able to read your comment
    In reply to @acspencer5
  • cllowery Apr 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    #truth #txed #kidsdeserveit
    • JBroussardWJH Apr 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT
      A4: It's good to be honest with your Ss about it. They need to see adults "mess up" and keep going because that's what life is about. #TXed
  • Hahne_KingEle Apr 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    ♥️ it! If you fail in front of your Ss, then they see you're human. Moving forward. #txed
    In reply to @stephanieryon
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Q5 Why should great teachers focus on teaching to the top students in their class? #TXed
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    I think teachers should ask for Student feedback also, do surveys, ask how they would teach, or let them teach! #txed
  • oJaison Apr 19 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    I've stolen so many great tips and ideas from all of you in #TXed over the years. I often can't even remember the source so thank you all!
    In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
  • rphife Apr 19 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Love this. @AziztTeresa is a pro at this & her class is beyond successful. #txed
    • JoyousScience Apr 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT
      A4 Ask the Ss. They can often pinpoint what stunk. "Why didn't you like this?" "Well, let us count the ways..." #txed
  • vhsaldana Apr 19 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    We've taught this one well. The force is strong with this one. #txed
    • Lindsey_Friend Apr 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT
      A1: Picking your battles, being patient, and knowing your kids. Different kids respond best to different things. #TXed
  • bmilla84 Apr 19 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    A3: Look at end goal! Make a plan to get there & incorporate magic!Engage Ss so they want to learn! Ex: Hungry Hippos for math review! #TXed
  • nick_schumacher Apr 19 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Model this behavior to the Ss. Resilience is a skill...kids need to see it. Good on you! #txed
    • JBroussardWJH Apr 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT
      A4: It's good to be honest with your Ss about it. They need to see adults "mess up" and keep going because that's what life is about. #TXed
  • oJaison Apr 19 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    A5: I guess teaching to the top student is better than teaching to the "average" student but I'm not sure I agree. #TXed
  • pruitt5 Apr 19 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    A4: reflect on what went wrong, collaborate w/others, get encoruagement & try, try, try again. #failforward #txed
  • hnikolaou Apr 19 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Yes! Why do Ss come to school? To be a learner, be loved, and be listened to. #txed
    • Heyheyitsmrsb Apr 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT
      A3: Think about Ss backgrounds and home lives when creating a learning environment. Is it nurturing to all Ss or just one type? #txed
  • Isham_Literacy Apr 19 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    A5 If we teach to the top we are setting high expectation 4 class and not watering down. Ss reach for the bar you set. #txed #kidsdeserveit
  • stephanieryon Apr 19 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    this is my DREAM… bring them in on the planning before each unit. Let Ss design their own learning (w/in the standards). POWERFUL #txed
    In reply to @cllowery
  • Hahne_KingEle Apr 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    A5 Every Ss is a rockstar in their own way. Keep the standard high & Ss will exceed expectations. #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    A5: Don't lower expectations for anyone. Teach to the top and adjust as you need. All Ss deserve to be challenged. #txed
  • bmilla84 Apr 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    A4: Reflect on the lesson. What worked/didn't work. Reteach where needed & note issues so you can adjust for following year! #TXed
  • Toups_J Apr 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    #TXed A5 ALWAYS teach to the top. Arrange your Ss so the top can peer tutor the bottom. #ItWorks When Ss teach others you can HEAR learning
  • vhsaldana Apr 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    In the amount of deposits they make. Effective Ts make many deposits before they ever have to withdraw. #txed @Lindsey_Friend is a master.
  • JennMillsap Apr 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    A5 Others will rise to where you teach. #txed
  • thebiospace Apr 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    #highered #txed #top10percentlaw #college https://t.co/bMSR9oXrGO
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    I second that! #txed
    • oJaison Apr 19 @ 10:02 PM EDT
      I've stolen so many great tips and ideas from all of you in #TXed over the years. I often can't even remember the source so thank you all!
      In reply to @pwagnerlcisd
  • Hahne_KingEle Apr 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Yes!! #TXed
    In reply to @Isham_Literacy
  • MeshaDaniel Apr 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    A5: Learning should be personalized, and lessons should be crafted for each individual. UDL and Blended Learning all the way! #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    A4-Ask for help! No sense beating yourself up when your buddy down the hall can help you out. We are not on an island by ourselves #TXed
  • altonreading Apr 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Yes! The messup actually helps build relationships as well!😀#TXed
    • Lindsey_Friend Apr 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT
      A4: Own it and try again with a different approach. Kids love to see teachers "mess up". Let them help you fix it! #txed
  • Slothfornix Apr 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Dapper @DanHuberty gets it done. #HB21 passes 134-16. #txed #txlege
  • SIOWehmeyer Apr 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    A5. Set the expectations and people will rise to them! #txed
  • Isham_Literacy Apr 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    We can scaffold for the Ss that need it, but they are still exposed to the higher expectations. #TXed
    In reply to @oJaison
  • oJaison Apr 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    A5: Working to make high-level concepts accessible to your weaker students is always a good goal. #TXed
  • Hahne_KingEle Apr 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Yes! Not just Ss either. It's a win-win! #TXed
    In reply to @JennMillsap
  • SIOWehmeyer Apr 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    A5: I see this everyday!!! And it's great #txed
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Apr 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    A5: This will help to ensure the right amount of rigor and opportunities for self-directed learning are present in the class. #TXed
  • vhsaldana Apr 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Wow! #txed. Who taught you that? There's a difference between punishment and discipline. Isn't there?
    • Lindsey_Friend Apr 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT
      A2: Great teachers are able to see things from different perspectives before "punishing". Behavior isn't black and white. #TXed
  • stephanieryon Apr 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Agree! this is a mindset shift that is really hard for some (sadly)! #txed
    In reply to @altonreading
  • BurkheadBill Apr 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    As a coach I didn't coach to the top players- I coached to the top of each players abilities-set bar high 4all & all our different #txed
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Q5 High expectations, quality lesson, great vocabulary, hard questions, expand their brains! #txed
  • SIOWehmeyer Apr 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    A5: you can't plan your life around the "worst"... it doesn't work that way #txed
  • lori_lreyes Apr 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    A5-we are setting those high expectations #txed
  • Lindsey_Friend Apr 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    A5: Great teachers should make sure to teach to ALL kids, top and bottom. They all have different things to offer regardless of level. #TXed
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Apr 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    A5: It also brings teachers to the point of facilitating learning as a lead learner & builds scaffolding skills #TXed
  • Heyheyitsmrsb Apr 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Iron Sharpens Iron #txed @JBroussardWJH thanks for the great feedback and letting me run ideas by you this school year.
  • stephanieryon Apr 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    YES!! All I need is a little extra time ;) Waiting for that magical block schedule to come by way! HA! #txed
    In reply to @cllowery
  • AliyyaSwaby Apr 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    After wading through 40+ amendments over four hours, House prelim. approves school finance bill 134-16. #txed https://t.co/Pm6GK6jYS4
    In reply to @DanHuberty, @bobphoto
  • bluebutterflysm Apr 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    A5: high expectations. Each Ss has to be the "top" on various days. Feel success to push to next level. #txed
  • Isham_Literacy Apr 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    What better way to cement their learning than by teaching/leading others! #TXed
    In reply to @Toups_J
  • oJaison Apr 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    A2: Great teachers take the time to understand how their students' cultures may affect the student-teacher relationship. #TXed
  • cllowery Apr 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    A5: not sure it's a "focus", but they should teach to the high expectations and allow for the top to teach the low. #differentiation #TXed
  • ChristiAMorgan Apr 19 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Thank you @DanHuberty @DiegoBernalTX @GaryVanDeaver & House Ed Committee members! Thankful for your support of public education! #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A5-Every Ss should be seen as. high performing Ss. Yes, some will have to go a different path than other, but they can do it #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Great point, Bill. We should be meeting them where they are and building. I still don't mind setting bar high and adjusting. #txed
    • BurkheadBill Apr 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT
      As a coach I didn't coach to the top players- I coached to the top of each players abilities-set bar high 4all & all our different #txed
  • vhsaldana Apr 19 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    How many of your kids would point to you as their favorite teacher of all time? If they wouldn't, there's your challenge. #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
      Q3 Great teachers intentionally plan. What are some key things teachers must reflect upon to promote an engaging learning environment? #TXed
  • bmilla84 Apr 19 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A5: Set those expectations high!!! Don't want to limit Ss! Provide opportunities for Ss to share & learn from each other! #TXed
  • altonreading Apr 19 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A5 Multiple reasons, but one comes to mind---They deserve it too. #TXed
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Question 6 is coming up! #TXed
  • pruitt5 Apr 19 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    A5: Every S counts. Not just the low Ss. Every S deserve expectations. Great Ts teach to all! #kidsdeserveit #txed
  • oJaison Apr 19 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    I'm trying to decide how I feel about my use of "weaker students" here. #TXed
    • oJaison Apr 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT
      A5: Working to make high-level concepts accessible to your weaker students is always a good goal. #TXed
  • Hahne_KingEle Apr 19 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    A5b Even w/high expectations & students being rockstars, great Ts know how to differentiate so all students can & will learn! #txed
  • Lindsey_Friend Apr 19 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    I guess I had some good examples to follow! 😉 #TXed
    In reply to @vhsaldana
  • JennMillsap Apr 19 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    A5 Keeping top students in focus as you teach doesn't mean just keep teaching above other Ss and move on. It means you pull all up. #txed
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    Q6 Great teachers remember who is least/most comfortable in situations. Why should we remember this when dealing with Ss and Ps? #TXed
  • altonreading Apr 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A5 an #TXed
  • hnikolaou Apr 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    My apologies for my early departure. Bravo to all sharing your experiences and thoughts. Common denominator: our Ss & their success #txed
  • rphife Apr 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    Yes they do. #txed Well said, Melissa.
    • altonreading Apr 19 @ 10:07 PM EDT
      A5 Multiple reasons, but one comes to mind---They deserve it too. #TXed
  • Tommyspall - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    High Expectations + High Quality of Instruction = Engaged, High-Level Learners. #GrowthMindset Just Ok isn't good enough. Lead! #txed
  • vhsaldana Apr 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    I'd ask them what "we" could tweak. My classroom is their classroom. I'm just in it. #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT
      Q4 Great teachers take responsibility and plan for success. What do you do if your lesson is not successful with your students? #TXed
  • PrincipalVest - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A5:Raise the ceiling, & you raise the floor!Meeting needs of all Ss is critical in growing Ss from where they are to where they can be!#TXed
  • BurkheadBill Apr 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    Jumping in late to some great discussion & learning at #txed Got to visit the great state of Texas someday- maybe when Cowboys host Pats :)
  • oJaison Apr 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A6: Because if a student is uncomfortable before the lesson begins they're probably less likely to stretch themselves to learn. #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    Maybe not weaker but just needing the opportunities to learn differently than the whole class. #TXed
    In reply to @oJaison
  • vhsaldana Apr 19 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    You are like butter. Because you are on a roll. #txed.
    • Lindsey_Friend Apr 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT
      A4: Own it and try again with a different approach. Kids love to see teachers "mess up". Let them help you fix it! #txed
  • stephanieryon Apr 19 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    a5: Focusing on the top creates a class community of peer-teachers. "Clone" yourself! Create experts. Let them teach their peers! #txed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    I think I know what you mean. No "label" is correct. It may not be a "weak" Ss. It may just be they don't get this certain concept. #txed
    In reply to @oJaison
  • stephanieryon Apr 19 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    YES! this!! #txed
    • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT
      A5: Don't lower expectations for anyone. Teach to the top and adjust as you need. All Ss deserve to be challenged. #txed
  • oJaison Apr 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    really, Victor? lol #TXed
    In reply to @vhsaldana
  • Isham_Literacy Apr 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A6 Because when Ss and Ps (or even Ts) R out of their comfort zone, that is where real learning occurs! Change happens! #txed #kidsdeserveit
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT
      Q6 Great teachers remember who is least/most comfortable in situations. Why should we remember this when dealing with Ss and Ps? #TXed
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    Well said, Jennifer. #txed
    • PrincipalVest - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT
      A5:Raise the ceiling, & you raise the floor!Meeting needs of all Ss is critical in growing Ss from where they are to where they can be!#TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A6-When making decisions or comments, things about how your great Ss would feel. #TXed
  • MeshaDaniel Apr 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A6: No one wants be uncomfortable. Especially when taking in new information. Ts need to see through their Ss eyes to understand #TXed
  • rphife Apr 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A6: Bc Ps, Ss. & Ts are human. This will help w/ relationships& get you much further ahead in the long run. #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT
      Q6 Great teachers remember who is least/most comfortable in situations. Why should we remember this when dealing with Ss and Ps? #TXed
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Apr 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A6: It is hard to have team collaboration to support student learning when there is an uncomfortable environment or a power struggle #TXed
  • pruitt5 Apr 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A6: when Ts have relationships w/ Ss & Ps you know the way to communicate so that everyone can be successful & have positive outcome. #Txed
  • JennMillsap Apr 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A6 Ss need to be comfortable to learn. We need to give Ss chances to become more comfortable. Allow to work in a way that lets them be #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT
      Q6 Great teachers remember who is least/most comfortable in situations. Why should we remember this when dealing with Ss and Ps? #TXed
  • sherrimbell Apr 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A3. Constant evaluation of what works and what did not. I'm thinking about conducting a survey for student input. #TXed
  • altonreading Apr 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A5 And also---our stronger/gifted Ss will often misbehave if we don't tap into their needs #TXed
  • vhsaldana Apr 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    It raises the entire system.Same reason we only steal the good ideas from colleagues. System collectively gets better when we aim high.#txed
  • lori_lreyes Apr 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A6-learning or doing something new is always uncomfortable but its rewarding in the end #txed
  • Hahne_KingEle Apr 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    YES!! Hit the nail on the head. #txed
    In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38
  • Lindsey_Friend Apr 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A6: If we know this we will be able to gently push students out of their comfort zones so they can really grow! #TXed
  • oJaison Apr 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A5: Maybe I think a great teacher is constantly revisiting and revising their expectations for students, rather than teaching to one. #TXed
  • KristiHinze Apr 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Exactly! @rphife #txed
    • rphife Apr 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT
      A6: Bc Ps, Ss. & Ts are human. This will help w/ relationships& get you much further ahead in the long run. #txed
      • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT
        Q6 Great teachers remember who is least/most comfortable in situations. Why should we remember this when dealing with Ss and Ps? #TXed
  • Toups_J Apr 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    #TXed A6 By CHRISTmas great Trs KNOW their Ss. They will not put a Ss in a situation where success is limited. Every Ss has strengths.
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A6-We can't view all people the same way because one person makes bad mistake. Be considerate of relationships with Ss and Ps #TXed
  • bluebutterflysm Apr 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    A6: fear is 1st blocker in learning. Variety has comfort and smidge discomfort, so allow 4 "tap out" #txed
  • vhsaldana Apr 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    Can't blame me for trying. Chalk that one up to #dad jokes #txed
    In reply to @oJaison
  • Heyheyitsmrsb Apr 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    A6: All students deserve to feel safe in the classroom. Ss will work for Ts that meet their needs and understand fears. #txed
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Apr 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    A6, P2: Just wanted to point out that was strongly influenced by a certain @ToddWhitaker #TXed
  • sherrimbell Apr 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    A6. Just put yourself in their shoes. Trust must be grown. #TXed
  • Hahne_KingEle Apr 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    A6 when Ts take interest & care, parents notice. Being able to hone in on skills and celebrate how Ss grow is huge! #txed
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    Thanks to the #TXed team, and everyone who stopped by, for your contribution tonight.
  • oJaison Apr 19 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    A6: I think we also need to be careful about where we encourage our students to stretch. Sometimes they need a little monotony. #TXed
  • altonreading Apr 19 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    A6 If we are sensitive to what makes others uncomfortable we can avoid so many roadblocks , with Ss and parents alike. #TXed
  • Isham_Literacy Apr 19 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    When Ss are uncomfortable, Ts can provide the support they need to take those risks to learn and grow. #TXed
    In reply to @MeshaDaniel
  • stephanieryon Apr 19 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    a6: we are NOT in a one-size-fits-all business. Making Ss or Ps uncomfortable in any situation can easily burn a much needed bridge! #txed
  • sherrimbell Apr 19 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    Q5. All students deserve the best we have to offer. #TXed
  • vhsaldana Apr 19 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Because at the end of the day we are the business of customer service. #txed
    • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT
      Q6 Great teachers remember who is least/most comfortable in situations. Why should we remember this when dealing with Ss and Ps? #TXed
  • TXEDMod - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Join us next Wed. as we wrap up our chat on "What Great Ts Do Differently" by @ToddWhitaker. We will cover chapters, 16-19. #txed
  • oJaison Apr 19 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    I wouldn't put fear first. Discomfort, inconvenience, uncertain value #TXed
    • bluebutterflysm Apr 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT
      A6: fear is 1st blocker in learning. Variety has comfort and smidge discomfort, so allow 4 "tap out" #txed
  • rphife Apr 19 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    My husband says this to me all the time. #txed
    In reply to @vhsaldana
  • oJaison Apr 19 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    But I do like this idea of a tap out option #TXed
    • bluebutterflysm Apr 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT
      A6: fear is 1st blocker in learning. Variety has comfort and smidge discomfort, so allow 4 "tap out" #txed
  • KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    #TXed thanks for a fabulous chat,once again!
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    Awesome chat #TXed peeps. I am exhausted from trying to keep up. Hope you have a great week! Join us again next Wednesday.
  • Wesley_Vinson38 Apr 19 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    @PrincipalOgg and #txed team: You rocked it! Thanks to everyone for your wisdom! #txed
  • bluebutterflysm Apr 19 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    Thank you #TXed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    As always #TXed friends. Finish strong this week! Go out there and make a difference.
  • Isham_Literacy Apr 19 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    If the relationship is there, their trust will nudge them because they know we will be there to support them! #TXed
    In reply to @oJaison
  • altonreading Apr 19 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    So enjoyed the conversation! Thanks for leading us TXed! #TXed
  • oJaison Apr 19 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    Yep and not every experience that adds value is going to be exciting. Discourage the TED talk mindset on innovation. #TXed
    In reply to @PresidentPat
  • stephanieryon Apr 19 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    Thanks for the discussion @PrincipalOgg & #txed team! Grew my PLN big-time tonight! YAY!
  • pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    It was a great conversation tonight! Thanks to everyone who stopped in and contributed. Have a great finish to your week! #txed
  • PrincipalOgg - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Well if they are not following you @stephanieryon then they are just missing out! #TXed #CSISDchat #kidsdeserveit
  • PresidentPat Apr 19 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    Yup! Llol students give quick feedback. They'll let you know when they're not feeling something #TXed
    In reply to @oJaison
  • mfricke25 Apr 19 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    A3: Would you enjoy your own classroom? #TXed
  • PrincipalVest - Moderator Apr 19 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A6: The social/emotional side of teaching, learning, and trust in relationships is just as important as TEKS and pedagogy #TXed
  • bluebutterflysm Apr 19 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    Love this analogy! @PrincipalOgg #txed