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whalen - Moderator Apr 19 @ 7:32 PM EDT

Dan from South Jersey - Tech coach, I'm moderating. Q1/A1 format. Scheduled for 45 min tonight! #collschat

whalen - Moderator Apr 19 @ 7:32 PM EDT

Introduce yourselves! How are you liking "Now you see it" #collschat

CollsChem Apr 19 @ 7:34 PM EDT

Kathryn from colls hs. Loving the book so far! #collschat

MsYucis Apr 19 @ 7:34 PM EDT

Elisabeth, HS English in Colls. Loving the book even more this week- chapters could not have been more relevant. #collschat

CollsCompSci Apr 19 @ 7:35 PM EDT

Lori - High School Computer Science. The book is awesome. I can't keep up, being my "first year", but it is so interesting. #collschat

MrsVesper Apr 19 @ 7:36 PM EDT

Debi, School Psych from Colls. Love that it is relevant for my field too! #collschat

whalen - Moderator Apr 19 @ 7:36 PM EDT

Q1: what do you need to unlearn about traditional grading? What concerns do you have? #collschat https://t.co/nFc1Ba5KtG

mr_dfenton Apr 19 @ 7:38 PM EDT

A1: Biggest thing to unlearn about traditional grading is motivation. How do we motivate w/o the leverage of grades? #collschat

CollsCompSci Apr 19 @ 7:38 PM EDT

A1: The grading section of the book was very enlightening. I'm happily grading kids' output this year ... just because I can. #collschat

MsYucis Apr 19 @ 7:39 PM EDT

A1: I want my students to stop feeling labeled by grades. They can redo any assignment; I want to reward improvement. #collschat

CollsCompSci Apr 19 @ 7:40 PM EDT

When we did standards based grading at Beck MS, Ss stopped doing homework because it didn't count. #collschat https://t.co/Wy1Kpi0oKB

mr_dfenton Apr 19 @ 7:38 PM EDT

A1: Biggest thing to unlearn about traditional grading is motivation. How do we motivate w/o the leverage of grades? #collschat

whalen - Moderator Apr 19 @ 7:41 PM EDT

@CollsCompSci Ah but was it HW they needed or busy work? ;) #collschat

CollsChem Apr 19 @ 7:41 PM EDT

A1: how to convey that grades do mean something, but they don't mean everything #collschat

MrsVesper Apr 19 @ 7:42 PM EDT

A1: Helps to grade students on their own level and differentiate what we expect the results to be in each case #collschat

cwahlCHS Apr 19 @ 7:42 PM EDT

Carol from CHS! Not paying attention to the time tonight... #collschat

mr_dfenton Apr 19 @ 7:42 PM EDT

@CollsCompSci Interesting. How did teachers react to that? #collschat

whalen - Moderator Apr 19 @ 7:42 PM EDT

Great question. Think it points to a larger problem with the system. #collschat https://t.co/qzpAiNstFd

mr_dfenton Apr 19 @ 7:38 PM EDT

A1: Biggest thing to unlearn about traditional grading is motivation. How do we motivate w/o the leverage of grades? #collschat

CollsCompSci Apr 19 @ 7:43 PM EDT

@whalen It was absolutely needed because it was 10th grade math in 8th grade. Fast-paced honors. #collschat

CollsChem Apr 19 @ 7:44 PM EDT

@mr_dfenton this one of my biggest struggles! Also how teaching how to prioritize without grades as an indicator of importance #collschat

CollsCompSci Apr 19 @ 7:44 PM EDT

@whalen The students that succeeded 99% of the time were those that did their homework. Otherwise, it would have been no problem! #collschat

cwahlCHS Apr 19 @ 7:44 PM EDT

A1: Am struggling with this in my program now. With my guys, grades aren't even a motivator. #collschat

whalen - Moderator Apr 19 @ 7:46 PM EDT

Q2: what model of assessment should the 21st century embrace? #collschat https://t.co/8DCG18I2Pg

MsYucis Apr 19 @ 7:46 PM EDT

.@CollsCompSci @whalen today I assigned a 5min HW reading & told them they would ENJOY class more if they did it. #collschat

CollsTechElem Apr 19 @ 7:47 PM EDT

Hi! Lisa DeAngelis...accidentally fashionably late! Sorry! #collschat

CollsCompSci Apr 19 @ 7:47 PM EDT

@mr_dfenton Principal did his doc. diss. on SBG. He made a mandatory 3pm math hw club if it wasn't being done at home. #collschat

CollsArt Apr 19 @ 7:50 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Lisa, art teacher from NJ. Multi-tasking from cub scouts tonight. Happy to join the book chat. #collschat

CollsCompSci Apr 19 @ 7:50 PM EDT

@mr_dfenton He was determined, but it was Cherry Hill - grades valued, it ended after 3 yrs. I believed in it wholeheartedly. #collschat

whalen - Moderator Apr 19 @ 7:51 PM EDT

These are the growing pains. Have to attack it as a community. #collschat https://t.co/dyiLob8qWF

CollsCompSci Apr 19 @ 7:50 PM EDT

@mr_dfenton He was determined, but it was Cherry Hill - grades valued, it ended after 3 yrs. I believed in it wholeheartedly. #collschat

MrsVesper Apr 19 @ 7:51 PM EDT

Self monitoring acquisition of skills is rewarding & provides motivation to keep setting & achieving goals-Ss monitor learning #collschat

whalen - Moderator Apr 19 @ 7:52 PM EDT

Q3: Agree or disagree? Is this true or not? Should it be? #collschat https://t.co/MyCMjGuz7V

mr_dfenton Apr 19 @ 7:54 PM EDT

A2: I don't know what system should replace trad. grading, but it should be more nuanced and holistic #collschat

MsYucis Apr 19 @ 7:54 PM EDT

A3: totally agreed with that quote. It's what differentiates secondary vs higher Ed. #collschat

CollsArt Apr 19 @ 7:54 PM EDT

A3: YES! I agree! #collschat

CollsChem Apr 19 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A3: should be. concerned that it is becoming less so. #collschat

cwahlCHS Apr 19 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A3: I agree with this completely. Not sure if it is always true, but it should be. #collschat

CollsCompSci Apr 19 @ 7:55 PM EDT

Q2: We need a combination of hearing them speak, watch them demonstrate and read their essays for the full picture. #collschat

CollsTechElem Apr 19 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A1: I use project-based learning, so my grading has a lot to do with whether or not the students completed the project. #collschat

CollsChem Apr 19 @ 7:56 PM EDT

A2: changing attitude is even more important than changing the system- need to move away from the idea that scores=learning #collschat

whalen - Moderator Apr 19 @ 7:57 PM EDT

Yes. How often do politicians actually address LEARNING? #collschat https://t.co/zVVynM0Kyt

CollsChem Apr 19 @ 7:56 PM EDT

A2: changing attitude is even more important than changing the system- need to move away from the idea that scores=learning #collschat

whalen - Moderator Apr 19 @ 7:57 PM EDT

Q4: honest moment - how do you really feel about video games? How about after chap 5? #collschat https://t.co/ObQSkk4XIm

CollsCompSci Apr 19 @ 7:58 PM EDT

A3: Agree. Went over AP Practice Exam together. Changed mid lesson to Ss reading the explanations, & testing code instead. #collschat

MrsVesper Apr 19 @ 7:59 PM EDT

A3: Agree! So many skills needed to become educated-I talk to Ss about time mgmt, prioritizing, avoiding dangerous distractions. #collschat

CollsCompSci Apr 19 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Q5: Honest answer: Haven't read chapter 5 yet. Not a fan of video games unless you are programming them yourself ... of course. #collschat

mr_dfenton Apr 19 @ 8:00 PM EDT

@whalen LOVE the idea of portfolios, but they're not as efficient as a number or letter grade. People don't like inefficiency. #collschat

participatelrn Apr 19 @ 8:01 PM EDT

#collschat just ended. Transcripts and suggested resources are now available at https://t.co/KdUSrHRMPY

CollsArt Apr 19 @ 8:01 PM EDT

A4: hmmm, haven't gotten to chapter 5 yet. Been too busy playing video games. #collschat

whalen - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:01 PM EDT

I agree. And ugh smh grrr... #collschat https://t.co/bCeRcVLVh7

mr_dfenton Apr 19 @ 8:00 PM EDT

@whalen LOVE the idea of portfolios, but they're not as efficient as a number or letter grade. People don't like inefficiency. #collschat

CollsChem Apr 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Grew up not playing video games & I've always regretted that I'm lacking that skill! #collschat

MsYucis Apr 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT

A4: I see the value of games more, but struggle with how they make students better readers/discussion participants. #collschat

CollsChem Apr 19 @ 8:03 PM EDT

A5: everything in moderation! #collschat

cwahlCHS Apr 19 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@mr_dfenton portfolios are efficient! My Ss books are filled with work samples, task analysis, and recommendations. #collschat

cwahlCHS Apr 19 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@CollsChem one of my favorite mantras! #collschat

CollsChem Apr 19 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@CollsChem all of my computer games growing up were educational #collschat

CollsArt Apr 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Portfolios consume my life, but I wouldn't have it any other way. @mr_dfenton @whalen #collschat

mr_dfenton Apr 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@cwahlCHS But how do portfolios fit on a transcript? #collschat

whalen - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Q5: Can video games provide this? How can you make your classroom more like a video game? #collschat https://t.co/CWUfRqlajb

CollsCompSci Apr 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@CollsChem I'm sorry did someone get into the Stanford doctoral program??? #collschat

MsYucis Apr 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A5: video games can provide this. But I also think reading can too, in a more subtle way. #collschat

CollsArt Apr 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

And- portfolios are very efficient. Observable, quantitative, and demonstrates progress. @whalen @mr_dfenton #collschat

cwahlCHS Apr 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@mr_dfenton hmmm..my guys are more likely taking their portfolio to a job interview not sending a transcript. #collschat

CollsCompSci Apr 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@CollsChem Again, doctoral ... Stanford ... #collschat

CollsArt Apr 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

For some students a portfolio trumps a transcript. Maybe it should be that way for everyone. @mr_dfenton @cwahlCHS #collschat

whalen - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Q6: how do you inspire curiosity now? #collschat https://t.co/mhxsUOB73c

CollsArt Apr 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A5: I think "potentially catastrophic" is a prerequisite for all of my lessons. #collschat

CollsCompSci Apr 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A5: Programming in Alice is like a video game. They enjoy it. #collschat

whalen - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

I really need to visit your class. Putting it in the calendar. :) #collschat https://t.co/AWp6WLOJfj

CollsArt Apr 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A5: I think "potentially catastrophic" is a prerequisite for all of my lessons. #collschat

MrsVesper Apr 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A6: Ask meaningful questions, make the Ss think about topics relevant to them...inspires more thinking/curiosity #collschat

mr_dfenton Apr 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A6: I think students already have a lot of curiosity. My job is just to tap into it. #collschat

CollsArt Apr 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@whalen You are welcome anytime! Be prepared to work when you get there! #collschat

CollsCompSci Apr 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A6: Have Ss enter code and see what the output will be. #collschat

CollsChem Apr 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A6: Model it- show interest in student Qs and find out the answers together #collschat

whalen - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Awesome chat!! Loving this book and discussion. Next week - chapter 6/7! #collschat @CathyNDavidson https://t.co/fS8h44wEs4

CollsCompSci Apr 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Thanks, Dan! #collschat

whalen - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Thank you guys for showing up every week! Love our group! #collschat

MsYucis Apr 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A6: I agree w/ @CollsChem about modeling curiosity. I try to find ways to talk to students about things I'm learning #collschat

CollsArt Apr 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

I'm out, gotta pick up my other kid at ballet! #collschat

mr_dfenton Apr 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@MsYucis But then the portfolio got assigned a letter grade? I'd like to see portfolio completely take the place of letter grade. #collschat

CollsChem Apr 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A6: heard a S this week claim to hate learning & it made me sad to see the learning=school=bad association so ingrained #collschat

CollsChem Apr 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@MsYucis loved the day I walked away from my tutoring table & came back to you explaining eq to them! #collschat

whalen - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

There it is. It is such a radical paradigm shift, not easy to accept, but have to start. #collschat https://t.co/uIgNYfdGR1

mr_dfenton Apr 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@MsYucis But then the portfolio got assigned a letter grade? I'd like to see portfolio completely take the place of letter grade. #collschat

CollsChem Apr 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@CollsChem our task is to get the. To unlearn that connection! #collschat

CollsCompSci Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@CollsChem @MsYucis The science teacher on my team helped me before and after school sometimes when I taught math. :) #collschat

CollsChem Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@CollsChem our task is to get them to unlearn the connection! #collschat

CollsCompSci Apr 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@CollsChem @MsYucis Helped me tutor. But your ELA which is extra special! #collschat

CollsCompSci Apr 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@CollsChem @MsYucis YOU'RE #collschat

MrsVesper Apr 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Glad to participate in this group. Nice to feel positive after a long, draining day! #collschat

CollsChem Apr 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Agreed!! #collschat #collsedu https://t.co/T1KYecBwWe

MrsVesper Apr 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Glad to participate in this group. Nice to feel positive after a long, draining day! #collschat