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RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Welcome. @banniejanie on Qs tonight w/ help from @Mellyteaches. Share name, school, subject and favorite movie involving politics. #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:35 PM EDT

@banniejanie from RHS, teach media broadcasting. Favorite movie involving politics: The American President. #RSDchat

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RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Welcome. @banniejanie on Qs tonight w/ help from @Mellyteaches. Share name, school, subject and favorite movie involving politics. #RSDchat

gilliam_evelyn Nov 2 @ 9:37 PM EDT

EGill PD and Hunger Games Trilogy (there are some political themes in the stories) #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:38 PM EDT

thanks for joining!! #RSDchat

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halliesmills Nov 2 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Hallie, 4th grade at Marvin. I also love The American President, I also liked Dave. #rsdchat

Mellyteaches Nov 2 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Christina from @Ritenour_HS , ELA, and Mr. Smith Goes to Washington. #rsdchat

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RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Welcome. @banniejanie on Qs tonight w/ help from @Mellyteaches. Share name, school, subject and favorite movie involving politics. #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:39 PM EDT

#RSDchat is talking Elections. Join us. @TechieTcher @dr_riina @MrTimBurkard @RSDlearning @halliesmills

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Mellyteaches Nov 2 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Hunger Games are absolutely politically themed -- they count. #rsdchat

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RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:40 PM EDT

forgot about Dave! Great movie 👍#RSDchat

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RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:40 PM EDT

@banniejanie it's the speech scene. Lol. #RSDchat

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RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Q1. Should we teach the election process to Ss? Why? #RSDchat

gilliam_evelyn Nov 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

@Mellyteaches I know. I used to teach with book one. I could have made a whole semester class out of the books :-) #RSDchat

Mellyteaches Nov 2 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Hunger Games are absolutely politically themed -- they count. #rsdchat
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RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT

What do you think? @dr_riina @MrTimBurkard @MrAllPurposeRHS @MCrowley522 @MikeLaChance5 @pdemps45 #RSDchat

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halliesmills Nov 2 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A1: Yes, students need to be informed how elections work, well before they can officially vote. #rsdchat

MikeLaChance5 Nov 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

@RSDchat LaChance C&I All the President's Men #RSDchat

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RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A1: I will never forget a professor teaching us that school are to make intelligent voting citizens. Teaching process is step 1. #RSDchat

MrTimBurkard Nov 2 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A1: It's our duty to prepare students for their future. Not teaching and preparing them for this basic right would be a failure! #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q2. What do we teach to help Ss critically think about an election? #RSDchat

joyeuse212 Nov 2 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Bonjour! I'm Jennifer, French Tchr at RHS. Sorry to be late! #RSDchat

gilliam_evelyn Nov 2 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A: yes-share history, democratic process, and how our particular system works #RSDchat

Mellyteaches Nov 2 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A1 Only if we want them to practice the skills they will need as adults while they have guidance. Ts are models, mentors, sponsors. #rsdchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Q1. Should we teach the election process to Ss? Why? #RSDchat

halliesmills Nov 2 @ 9:51 PM EDT

For many of our ELL Ss, when we teach them about the election process, those lessons will be taken home to family. #rsdchat

MikeLaChance5 Nov 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT

@RSDchat A1: Absolutely, learning the process is essential to democracy or at least our form of democracy. #RSDchat

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RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

good point! No assumptions. We have a lot of families in the district who need info on process. #RSDchat

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joyeuse212 Nov 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A1: Definitely! I have some students who are old enough to vote and are eager to do so. #RSDchat

gilliam_evelyn Nov 2 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Having some technical issues...I may have to back out tonight #RSDchat

halliesmills Nov 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

I've been trying to channel @julnilsmith to start teaching my 4th graders about #medialiteracy. #rsdchat

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RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q2. What do we teach to help Ss critically think about an election? #RSDchat

heinousj Nov 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

@RSDchat it's important for students to not only know the process but how to find info on candidates that is reliable and factual.#RSDchat

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RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A2. Biggest thing we can do is to talk about being informed voter. Very hard to find truth in present day elections. #MediaLitWk #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q2. What do we teach to help Ss critically think about an election? #RSDchat

DrMayMalek Nov 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

What about we practice that as a class! Monthly voting for leaders. Practice for real. #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:56 PM EDT

she's my #medialiteracy hero!! #RSDchat #MediaLitWk

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Mellyteaches Nov 2 @ 9:57 PM EDT

This has to come from habit of fact-checking, using evidence, making inferences, etc. -- great critical thinking skills! #rsdchat

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heinousj Nov 2 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A2: I try to encourage them to look at what is important to them and will effect them. Look less at party and more on stance #RSDchat

DrMayMalek Nov 2 @ 9:57 PM EDT

2) we have leaders in every class. We can support everyone to be a leader in his/ her way. #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A2. Talk with Ss about social media postings, determine good and bad facts, info. Looking at author. #RSDchat #MediaLitWk

joyeuse212 Nov 2 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A2: Remind Ss that the info expressed via media sources about candidates is not always true. Look for "fact checker" info. #RSDchat

Ritenour_HS Nov 2 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Q3. Should we share personal political opinions, beliefs with Ss? #RSDchat

halliesmills Nov 2 @ 10:00 PM EDT

A2: Examine sources, recognize bias, determine fact vs. opinion. #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Q3. Should we share personal political opinions and beliefs with Ss? #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:02 PM EDT

miss that show!! 👍 #rsdchat

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mrs_ruggles Nov 2 @ 10:03 PM EDT

@RSDchat A2 Teaching students about how to determine the credibility of various news sources/outlets. #RSDchat

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halliesmills Nov 2 @ 10:03 PM EDT

A3: I don't think so. Ss need to be able to make up their own mind. Even my dad doesn't tell us who he is voting for. #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Q3. Should we share personal political opinions and beliefs with Ss? #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:04 PM EDT

I get asked the Q a lot by HS Ss. When can it be appropriate/inappropriate? #RSDchat

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RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:04 PM EDT

that I might try!! #RSDchat

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halliesmills Nov 2 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A3: I'll admit this has been hard this year. With one candidate inspiring fear in many of my Ss, I want them to know I don't agree. #rsdchat

DrMayMalek Nov 2 @ 10:06 PM EDT

3) I don't think so. We need to show them how to read between the lines, not to be fooled by big words. #RSDchat

halliesmills Nov 2 @ 10:06 PM EDT

That's a good question. Maybe after the election? I explain why I don't tell them my own opinion. #rsdchat

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Mellyteaches Nov 2 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A3, pt1 How Ts choose to disclose/not more important than whether Ss know specifics. Older Ss respect honesty, respectful sharing. #rsdchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Q3. Should we share personal political opinions and beliefs with Ss? #RSDchat

mrs_ruggles Nov 2 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A3: No. Ss need to be empowered to make their own decisions. I'm not sure it helps when we share ours in this situation. #rsdchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:07 PM EDT

I found myself thinking I had no problem sharing my vote for Obama, but feel conflicted this year. #RSDchat

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halliesmills Nov 2 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Hello! Glad you made it! #RSDchat

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heinousj Nov 2 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A3: as someone who talks a lot about news and current events, any student who listens closely can tell where my views lie. #RSDchat

Mellyteaches Nov 2 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A3, pt 2: Some years I disclose, others I don't. Appropriate if "I am your T & support you first of all." #rsdchat

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RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:08 PM EDT

good point. I actually had that discussion w Ss today about why I don't share. #RSDchat

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DrMayMalek Nov 2 @ 10:08 PM EDT

3) we have to teach politics 😂. It's critical for them to value their voice. One voice Can make a difference #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:09 PM EDT

reminds me about talking about religion in class #RSDchat

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heinousj Nov 2 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A3: as long as I don't persuade them to think my way and just give facts it's all good #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:10 PM EDT

I think we have adults who are having that problem = reason to teach that skill!! #RSDchat

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Mellyteaches Nov 2 @ 10:11 PM EDT

In some ways, politics even more personal! Modeling respectful adult relationships the important part. #rsdchat

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halliesmills Nov 2 @ 10:11 PM EDT

It is hard... #rsdchat

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pdemps45 Nov 2 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A3 no. we should play both sides and challenge students in their thinking. Students need an armor against doctrine of all types #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Q4. How can we talk about this Elections negativity w/ Ss? #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:13 PM EDT

#RSDchat: great resources for Ts on teaching Elections from @edutopia. https://t.co/lx5SuanQYl

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joyeuse212 Nov 2 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A3: If Ss ask it's a great opportunity to demonstrate how to be respectful in conversation, kindly agree to disagree, etc. #RSDchat

halliesmills Nov 2 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A4: It's a lesson in how important word choice is, and how it can evoke strong feelings. #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:15 PM EDT

that is where my concern lies with sharing opinions. Don't want them to have my opinion but form their own. #RSDchat

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RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:16 PM EDT

great point!! Read article that pointed out that we can use this time to discuss arguments. How they can be positive. #RSDchat

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RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A4. How can we approach it with adults? 😂😂😂😂 #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Q4. How can we talk about this Elections negativity w/ Ss? #RSDchat

halliesmills Nov 2 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A4: The negativity is hard to overcome. Even in elem. school Ss express strong emotions about this election. #RSDchat

gilliam_evelyn Nov 2 @ 10:17 PM EDT

I'm back :-). A:4 teaching civility is crucial when discussing topics with extreme differing opinions #RSDchat

heinousj Nov 2 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A4: this happens every election. Just address it by having them look at examples of pos and neg. #RSDchat

halliesmills Nov 2 @ 10:18 PM EDT

My favorite political ad of the year - definitely not negative! https://t.co/WUaDOUK9ah #rsdchat

heinousj Nov 2 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A4: cont. just cause a candidate says it doesn't make it right or acceptable #RSDchat

gilliam_evelyn Nov 2 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A:4 teach civility before political discussions so Ss have behavior structures to rely on when the topic gets heated #RSDchat

pdemps45 Nov 2 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A4: Looking at the negativity as a way to reflect on self. Reflect on the affects of their actions and learn from their mistakes #RSDchat

mrs_ruggles Nov 2 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A4: Modeling respectful conversations with both Ss and Ts. Connect class discussion norms to social norms when debating issues. #RSDchat

halliesmills Nov 2 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A4: You could also have Ss rewrite negative ads/statements. Revise, rephrase, analyze effectiveness. #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A4. #RSDchat 80% of kids talking about 2016 election. Better to address having constructive arguments. https://t.co/l1Ijy2B1sS

pdemps45 Nov 2 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A4: also learn bias, what is negative to one candidate may not even make the news for another due to race, gender, and prejudice #RSDchat

DrMayMalek Nov 2 @ 10:20 PM EDT

4) by doing chat like this. Show them positivity and they will discover the -Vity in the election. #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:21 PM EDT

great ad!!! #RSDchat

In reply to @halliesmills, @fox8news

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Q5. What follow-up activities can we conduct following Nov 8th election? #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:23 PM EDT

my daughter wanted to know when Trump will send guards for the Hispanic kids if he wins. #RSDchat #floored

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halliesmills Nov 2 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A5: I'm thinking I may do something on their rights, perhaps even before election. Show them how hard it is to make/change a law. #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Q5. What follow-up activities can we conduct following Nov 8th election? #RSDchat

gilliam_evelyn Nov 2 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A:5 analysis of who voted, how they voted, and what it implies about our citizens. Also see what the rest of the world thinks #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:25 PM EDT

I'm realizing that these discussions maybe necessary amongst all the information. #RSDchat #MedLitWeek

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halliesmills Nov 2 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A5 cont.: I want to try and re-assure them that no matter the outcome there is a process to protect all people. #rsdchat

DrMayMalek Nov 2 @ 10:26 PM EDT

5) going back to the constitution rights, definition of American citizens, how to be American. The basics. #RSDchat

halliesmills Nov 2 @ 10:26 PM EDT

That breaks my heart. I had a student say if Trump wins she's "moving to California!" #shemeantCanada #workingongeography #RSDchat

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pdemps45 Nov 2 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A5 hard to know, a lot more could happen. Look at voting data and asking why and predict how this election changed future elections #RSDchat

RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:27 PM EDT

hahaha😂😂😂 #RSDchat

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DrMayMalek Nov 2 @ 10:29 PM EDT

5) I might chat with you from Canada 🤓 #RSDchat

halliesmills Nov 2 @ 10:29 PM EDT

So much data to dissect! I love the idea of looking at coverage from BBC or intern'l news as well. #RSDchat

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RSDchat - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:29 PM EDT

#RSDchat - discussion of information key to election, consider how positive #MedLitWeek in schools can be to our world! #RSDchat #SOAPBOX

halliesmills Nov 2 @ 10:29 PM EDT

May also need to do more explanation of popular vote vs. electoral college. #RSDchat

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