#5thchat Archive

#5thchat is for people interested in chatting about topics in education, especially as they relate to Grade 5. The goal is to connect people who enjoy learning & sharing, plus supporting & creating partnerships worldwide!

Tuesday October 10, 2017
8:00 PM EDT

  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Good evening! #5thchat I'm excited to be moderating tonight!
  • participatechat Oct 10 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #5thchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/bsl55664vz
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Hello #5thchat My name is Gina and I teach 5th grade in Mondamin, Iowa at West Harrison Community School! I'll be your moderator tonight!
  • JadaTower Oct 10 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Excited to take part in #5thchat tonight! #conversechat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Excited to have you join in! #5thchat
    In reply to @JadaTower
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Please introduce yourself & tell us where and what you teach! #5thchat We'll be using the Q/A format this evening! Let's get our chat on!
  • cooper1503 Oct 10 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hello! Chris from TN! #5thchat
  • yenneam Oct 10 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Ann from Colorado Springs here #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hi Chris! Thanks for joining us! #5thchat
    In reply to @cooper1503
  • 5thPCES Oct 10 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    So excited about #5thchat. My name is Shanda I am a 5th grade teacher in Andover Kansas!!
  • JadaTower Oct 10 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hi #5thchat my name is Jada and I’m a junior at Converse College in SC, studying Special Education!
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    HELLO! I know bunches of teachers in Andover Kansas! Good to have you here! #5thchat
    In reply to @5thPCES
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    I love Converse College! Some of my favorite folks teach there! @mrdearybury1 @JuliePJones #5thchat
    In reply to @JadaTower, @mrdearybury1, @JuliePJones
  • mrsseibel5th - Moderator Oct 10 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Okay know I am in my account and not student account! Hello #5thchat
    In reply to @gruffcorn13, @5thPCES
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Let's get started! Q1: #5thchat
  • ReadforCupcakes Oct 10 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Caren from N.C., media coordinator #5thchat
  • deniac87 Oct 10 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Excited for #5thchat Denia Centeno,NC. 5th Grade
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    A1: My kids & I create our entire classroom together. The room is blank until we all get there! We make all the decisions together.#5thchat
  • MrsDunlapEDU Oct 10 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    A1: Ss choose their seats every Monday morning. There are no desks, only tables. Ss collaborate with one another, lead, and learn. #5thchat
    In reply to @gruffcorn13
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Hi Caren! Welcome! #5thchat
    In reply to @ReadforCupcakes
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Hello! Thanks for joining us! #5thchat
    In reply to @deniac87
  • mmdetrick Oct 10 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Jumping in. Mo from SoMD #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    My Ss pick new seats every Monday morning also! We pull sticks and they choose! #5thchat
    In reply to @MrsDunlapEDU
  • mrsseibel5th - Moderator Oct 10 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: day 1 set up an environment where Ss run class. This year Ss vote each week on their weekly leader #5thchat
  • RockingReading Oct 10 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Mary from NC. Glad to be here. #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Welcome! Good to have you here! #5thchat
    In reply to @mmdetrick
  • yenneam Oct 10 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: Flex seating. If it’s not working, you’re not a tree. Move to where your best learning friends are. #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Good Evening! Good to have you here! #5thchat
    In reply to @RockingReading
  • MrNasife Oct 10 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Hello, Todd from Charlotte, NC. A little late tonight. #5thchat
  • massignmenthelp Oct 10 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    The Complete Guide to UK Car Driving Theory Test https://t.co/skWVo4OBdl #edulive #2ndaryELA #5thchat
  • AssignmentHelpN Oct 10 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms https://t.co/N8NF3byMeG #edulive #2ndaryELA #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    No worries Todd! Glad you made it! #5thchat
    In reply to @MrNasife
  • mrsseibel5th - Moderator Oct 10 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: Ss choose seating, they help control class, they set expectations. We use CKH in our school. #5thchat
  • JadaTower Oct 10 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Even though I don’t have my own room yet, I think flexible seating is important. Let students choose where and how they sit #5thchat
    In reply to @gruffcorn13
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    I like that- Move to where your best learning friends are! That's perfect! #5thchat
    In reply to @yenneam
  • yenneam Oct 10 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: Student created mission statement with goals set around the areas they need to work on to build community. #5thchat
  • deniac87 Oct 10 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: Making Ss active participants of class decisions. #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Would you please share some examples? #5thchat
    In reply to @yenneam
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:12 PM EDT
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    What is CKH? #5thchat
    In reply to @mrsseibel5th
  • PaulSolarz - Moderator Oct 10 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1 - Give the students the power to interrupt! #GiveMeFive power allows them to lead & gets everyone's attention! #5thchat
  • Mr_Bussiere Oct 10 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Jumping in late! Brian 5th grade math T from NH! #5thchat
  • MrNasife Oct 10 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A2: Typical class jobs and also started jobs mentioned in #LearnLAP - recapper, evaluator, announcer. Great leadership opp. for Ss. #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A2: We have an Art Dept, a Trouble Shooting Crew for technology, A Birthday Committee. #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    hi Brian! Welcome! #5thchat
    In reply to @Mr_Bussiere
  • PaulSolarz - Moderator Oct 10 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A2: Our classroom has 2 types of Jobs: - Assigned Jobs: https://t.co/69XulmQycj - Shared Responsibilities: https://t.co/6J6xLYrr3q #5thchat
  • Mr_Bussiere Oct 10 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A1- We make classroom decisions together based on Ss ideas & opinions always seek feedback from Ss on environment & lessons #5thchat
  • cooper1503 Oct 10 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A1 Everyone knows the procedures and understands the class dynamics/culture. Look 4 most buy in AND outliers #5thchat
  • MsLama5th Oct 10 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Ms. Lama 5th Grade, NC #5thchat
  • cooper1503 Oct 10 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2 I have students run warm-ups, lead small groups, teach beginners or absentees. Students also "Run" class when I am absent. #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: Jobs- electrician, secretary, table checker, GoNoodler, official counter, attendance monitor, etc. All 20 kids have a job #5thchat
  • deniac87 Oct 10 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Our class has real-world job names. Receptionist, Data manager,Electrician..etc. #5thchat
  • mrsseibel5th - Moderator Oct 10 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: Hall monitor, teacher assistants, weekly leaders, service learning leaders. All Ss help each other remember our social contract #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Hello! Thanks for joining us! #5thchat
    In reply to @MsLama5th
  • Ed_Stories Oct 10 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    #5thchat Dropping in to chat about student responsibilities in the classroom - great topic!
  • Mr_Bussiere Oct 10 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2- We came up with jobs as a class We are always +/- jobs as needed We all share some jobs then others Ss specific jobs they want #5thchat
  • MsLama5th Oct 10 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A1- Class meetings are a great way to get student input when you are getting ideas for lessons #5thchat
  • Ed_Stories Oct 10 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Love this! #5thchat
    In reply to @MrNasife
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Thanks and Welcome! Good to have you join us! #5thchat
    In reply to @Ed_Stories
  • JadaTower Oct 10 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    I’ve never thought about every S having a job, I like that! Many rooms I’ve been in only have around 3 jobs that they change out. #5thchat
    In reply to @gruffcorn13
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:19 PM EDT
  • yenneam Oct 10 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: Tech crew, Schoology ambassadors, plant care, fish feeder, table washer, first grade genius bar crew, kindergarten mentors. #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    We each have a job to make the room run smoothly. We change every Monday. #5thchat
    In reply to @JadaTower
  • Ed_Stories Oct 10 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Yes! My all-time best moment teaching was when students politely asked if I could leave so they could run their editorial meeting #5thchat
    In reply to @cooper1503
  • cooper1503 Oct 10 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A3 A voice, opportunity to change, safety, respect, equity. #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A3:I ask my Ss this question at least 3 times per year. The feedback is invaluable! My kids like to have movement & vote on things #5thchat
  • MsLama5th Oct 10 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2- I change class jobs weekly. One year my Ss created jobs that went with the City of Ember assignments #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    LOVE that! How cool! #5thchat
    In reply to @MsLama5th
  • yenneam Oct 10 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A3: Some need a daily task chart, some need freedom to work alone and others with friends. Some frequent check-ins, some autonomy #5thchat
  • JadaTower Oct 10 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2: I want to have a room where every S feels they are needed and important, with whatever job they have for the day or week #5thchat
  • PaulSolarz - Moderator Oct 10 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3: Students need autonomy to make decisions freely not constantly asking permission & to learn through feedback not consequences. #5thchat
  • MsLama5th Oct 10 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3- My Ss this year are doing a great job with my "gamified" classroom management system from #Xplap #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    What's the gamified system like? #5thchat
    In reply to @MsLama5th
  • mrsseibel5th - Moderator Oct 10 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3: Freedom, a voice, and they need to be treated with respect but with clear expectations. #5thchat
  • daniellecaryn Oct 10 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    #5thchat A2 we have Teacher Asst who leads morning meeting, timer who tracks schedule and calls class attn when time to transition and more
  • JadaTower Oct 10 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A2: I think I want to take over into my classroom my college’s motto of students finding their voice, value, and vision #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:26 PM EDT
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: Do you ever ask your kids what kind of management style works best for them? #5thchat
  • daniellecaryn Oct 10 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    #5thchat A3 lots of reflection, opportunity to test systems, procedures and then improve - design thinking!
  • cooper1503 Oct 10 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A4 Ask for their input, then implement the ideas that fit. Even if it's a #Risk. Acknowledge the small wins, and praise often. #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A4: The more valued Ss feel the more they take ownership their experiences. I take their jobs & responsibilities very seriously. #5thchat
  • MsLama5th Oct 10 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A4- Student choice. Let Ss chose activities that they want to complete. #5thchat
  • yenneam Oct 10 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A4: Choice, choice, choice! Here's the standard - how will you learn, practice, and demonstrate mastery? #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Me too! The answers are always so interesting to me! #5thchat
    In reply to @yenneam
  • Mr_Bussiere Oct 10 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Part of1st week of school activities Ask what works best for them and how I can best support them. Re-evaluate throughout the yr #5thchat
    In reply to @gruffcorn13
  • JadaTower Oct 10 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A4: choice is so important. When Ss can make decisions on the assignments or tasks, they feel heard and understood #5thchat
  • daniellecaryn Oct 10 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    #5thchat A4 1st qtr reflections on pros / cons for learning for class mngnt systems such as flex seating, make improvements based on data!
  • MrNasife Oct 10 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A4: Still working on this. Need to give Ss more choice in decision during the day - seating, who to work with, transitions. #5thchat
  • PaulSolarz - Moderator Oct 10 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A4 - Have them be in charge of many of the daily routines & rituals. Let them lead mini-lessons, classroom meetings, transitions. #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    We vote a lot! It's a democratic decision for when we do some things or if we need to switch things around. #5thchat
    In reply to @MrNasife
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:33 PM EDT
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A5: Walking single file up the hall & not speaking needs to be abolished. I teach my Ss to walk w/ a partner & monitor their voices #5thchat
  • MsLama5th Oct 10 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    I just recently started letting my Ss come up with the Question of the Day instead of me as part of their morning routine. #5thchat
  • PaulSolarz - Moderator Oct 10 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A5: I try to avoid transitions that require Ss to wait for the teacher. Whenever possible, they start a task, I teach, they finish. #5thchat
  • daniellecaryn Oct 10 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    #5thchat A5 end of day routine for sure. Too rushed. Want students to take more ownership of cleaning classroom, to stop nagging
  • cooper1503 Oct 10 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A5 Any that are not priotrities for learning & safety that compromise the opportunity for more student autonomy & responsibility. #5thchat
  • MrsSextonsClass Oct 10 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    Working on the scientific method in 5th grade. Creating bar graphs to organize data about the zoo animals we saw. #science #5thchat #data
  • JadaTower Oct 10 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A5: making Ss stay silent in hallways or at lunchtime is crazy, it’s only building pent up energy that will come out later #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    I have a student who is the table checker- No one lines up until they have been released by the Table checker. #5thchat
    In reply to @daniellecaryn
  • yenneam Oct 10 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A5: Releasing data tracking after teaching spreadsheets. Ss own their data, their learning, increasing agency. #5thchat
  • PaulSolarz - Moderator Oct 10 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Great to hear that Danielle! Some teachers are hesitant to allow students to interrupt the class, but it's such an important power! #5thchat
    In reply to @daniellecaryn
  • JadaTower Oct 10 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A5: having students who are going to have trouble with transitions, I need to come up with ways to ease into new tasks #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Question 6 coming up in a minute! #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:40 PM EDT
  • MrsDunlapEDU Oct 10 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A5: All of my classroom routines! I’m learning so much from all of you on how to increase Ss responsibility in my classroom! #5thchat
    In reply to @gruffcorn13
  • PaulSolarz - Moderator Oct 10 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A6 - Lots of work with students on collaboration skills and conflict management (Rock-Paper-Scissors, Choose Kind, Think Win-Win). #5thchat
  • MrNasife Oct 10 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A5: AM Work. Ss walk in the room and need to work ASAP. I've started giving Ss freedom to play games, read, help me, relax. #5thchat
  • MsLama5th Oct 10 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A6- Let Ss know when they are doing a great job of leading. #5thchat
  • cooper1503 Oct 10 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A6 Present, repeat, reinforce, ,PRAISE, repeat, reinforce, PRAISE, repeat.................. #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A6: I have small personal chats wi/ Ss one-to-one & share with them my thoughts on behaviors & give feedback specifically for them #5thchat
  • JadaTower Oct 10 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A6: positive reinforcements and modeling good leadership behavior #5thchat
  • MrNasife Oct 10 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A6: Consistent, positive feedback for those who step up to do leadership roles. Helps reluctant Ss to want to try. #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    We have Free Choice Friday in the am. before class starts. It gives them one day to get games out of the cabinet & play. #5thchat
    In reply to @MrNasife
  • daniellecaryn Oct 10 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    #5thchat A6 teach selfdirected decision making, let them decide. We have 3 ?, is it safe, is it good for lrng, what's important right now?
  • yenneam Oct 10 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A6: Listen to spoken/unspoken triggers to negative behaviors, encourage them to speak up for what they need. #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:47 PM EDT
  • MrsChunsClass Oct 10 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A6 vary leadership roles, seek ways for reluctant leaders to emerge in a comfortable space, model, praise, model, praise #5thchat
  • Mr_Bussiere Oct 10 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    Lost homeR this year!SendSs straight to academic1Miss starting day relaxed w/checkins Nextyr hopeful we get HRback orStart advisory #5thchat
    In reply to @MrNasife
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A7: I don't "sugar coat" things. I'm as straight up & honest as I can be. They appreciate the fact that I practice what I preach. #5thchat
  • MsLama5th Oct 10 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A7- I talk with my Ss about the extra activities/hobbies they are involved in outside of school (ex: sports). #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    I try to find moments when I can spend a few minutes with each of them. #5thchat
    In reply to @yenneam
  • Mr_Bussiere Oct 10 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A7- Make it personalStarts with more then just a helloSpend time w/Ss @ lunch recess specials get to know them Know the fads&trends #5thchat
  • PaulSolarz - Moderator Oct 10 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A6 - #5thchat
    • daniellecaryn Oct 10 @ 8:49 PM EDT
      We have, RPS, choose kind and compromise, (everyone wins a little)... Amazing when Ss start taking charge and solve problems independently!
      In reply to @PaulSolarz
  • JustinAion Oct 10 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A7: Be the best way for students to believe you are authentic and credible is to actually be authentic and credible. #5thchat
  • daniellecaryn Oct 10 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    #5thchat A7 share personal goals when modelling goal setting, be honest
  • cooper1503 Oct 10 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A7 Meet Ss on their turf. Lunch, hallways, concerts, tec... Value them beyond the work in your classroom. See them as a human 1st! #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Adults don't do that. We walk up the hall and speak with friends, colleagues etc. Why shouldn't Students? #5thchat
    In reply to @charrod
  • PaulSolarz - Moderator Oct 10 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A7: Start by genuinely caring about each student! Let them know you care. Show them you care w/your actions! Apologize. Appreciate. #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Exactly! #5thchat
    In reply to @JustinAion
  • yenneam Oct 10 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A7: Following through when I say I will do something. Earn their trust. #5thchat
  • JadaTower Oct 10 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A7: take time to listen whenever students need to vent. They may not have someone at home to express their feelings to #5thchat
  • Mr_Bussiere Oct 10 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    yes, yes,YES!!! Our days start & end with kids! Take the time to enjoy and get to know them outside of academics! #5thchat
    In reply to @cooper1503
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    Final Question: Q8: #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    I've always been amazed by a kids reaction if I need to apologize to them. They are astounded that an adult has apologized. #5thchat
    In reply to @PaulSolarz
  • PaulSolarz - Moderator Oct 10 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    I hope the #5thchat crew will consider chatting with #Peekachat starting in 5 minutes. We're discussing "Respect & Empathy" for 30 minutes.
  • EduGladiators Oct 10 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    ⚖️ Saturday @ColinESeale tips the scale of critical thinking using law-based strategies! #EduGladiators #scichat #RuralEdChat #5thchat
  • Mr_Bussiere Oct 10 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Absolutely! So important to start the day off on a positive note and let students know we are here for them. #5thchat
    In reply to @MrNasife
  • PaulSolarz - Moderator Oct 10 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A8 - Silent Day! #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A8: Best luck with #mysteryskype The kids lead the entire session! Like to try: BreakoutEDU #5thchat
  • cooper1503 Oct 10 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A8 Warm-ups, small group lead. #Risk work with Ss to let them develp a LP and lead class periodically #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    What is Silent Day?? Please share! #5thchat
    In reply to @PaulSolarz
  • MrNasife Oct 10 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A8 - Had success with end of day meetings. Would like to try having Ss lead a mini lesson in various subjects. #5thchat
  • PaulSolarz - Moderator Oct 10 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    I told Ss today: I rarely give Work-It-Outs, but when I do, it's usually because I overreacted." I want them to know I mess up too! #5thchat
    In reply to @gruffcorn13
  • daniellecaryn Oct 10 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    #5thchat A8, guided inquiry and service learning has been challenging but very rewarding... Ss wrkng on SL Advocacy projects on exclusion
  • PaulSolarz - Moderator Oct 10 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    "Building Independence in the Upper Grades" Please join @mr_abee_tweets NEXT WEEK 10/17/17 at 7pm Central for #5thchat. #edchat #education
  • PaulSolarz - Moderator Oct 10 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    HUGE appreciation to @gruffcorn13 for leading #5thchat this evening (and with a topic near & dear to my heart)! Great conversation everyone!
  • JustinAion Oct 10 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Kids are a lot of things. "Dumb" isn't one of them. They know real. #5thchat
    In reply to @MrsChunsClass
  • Mr_Bussiere Oct 10 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    AbsolutelyThey r always shocked to findout I don't know everything! But get excited when I say I'm always willing to find out/learn #5thchat
    In reply to @gruffcorn13, @PaulSolarz
  • cooper1503 Oct 10 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Great chat! Kids will surprise you give opportunities. Time to coach more, lecture less. Student involvement in critical to growth. #5thchat
  • MsLama5th Oct 10 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    I am still working on ideas from #LearnLAP. I showed my Ss the silent day video from @PaulSolarz and they are excited to try it. #5thchat
  • PaulSolarz - Moderator Oct 10 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    "Silent Day" (excerpt from "Learn Like a Pirate"): https://t.co/AeHEOqH3fb #5thchat
    In reply to @gruffcorn13
  • MrNasife Oct 10 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Great chat. Thanks so much @gruffcorn13 #5thchat
  • cooper1503 Oct 10 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Thank you #5thchat & @gruffcorn13 Have a great week.
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Thank you my friend! So glad to have had the opportunity to moderate! #5thchat
  • JadaTower Oct 10 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A8: I really enjoy #mysteryskype! #5thchat
  • gruffcorn13 Oct 10 @ 9:00 PM EDT