Welcome! Please introduce yourself, tell us where you’re from, and where you are in your personalized learning journey (Newbie, Apprentice, Expert)? #BetterTogetherCA#PersonalizedLearning
Hi, My name's Vic I'm an Assistant Principal in Downey CA. I love personalized learning but I believe we all have a lot more we can learn about it so I always feel like a newbie. #BetterTogetherCA
Hi there! I'm Emily Davis, director of #BetterTogetherCA. I'm a Newbie but excited to hear more about how Ts can #PersonalizeLearning - both for their students and for their own professional learning!
Hey there! Bryan Sanders, High School English Teacher and EdTech Researcher and Developer. I'm in Los Angeles. I feel pretty expert these days but some days feel more intermediate or newb, if you know what I mean. #BetterTogetherCA#PersonalizedLearning@TabaldoOnTech
Hi, My name's Vic I'm an Assistant Principal in Downey CA. I love personalized learning but I believe we all have a lot more we can learn about it so I always feel like a newbie. #BetterTogetherCA
A1: PL to me is any learning that is designed specifically to meet an individual students' needs, interests, and learning style. It is in effect: personalized. #BetterTogetherCA
That's actually one of the keys to #personalizedlearning - the growth mindset that there's always more to learn and the power to take control of learning for yourself #BetterTogetherCA
A1 @nacol defines it as: “Tailoring learning for each Ss strengths, needs and interests–including enabling S voice and choice in what, how, when and where they learn–to provide flexibility and supports to ensure mastery of the highest standards possible.” #BetterTogetherCA
Hi! I'm Christine Douglas from St. Ignatius of Loyola school. I teach junior high math and science. I feel like a blend of newbie/apprentice. #BetterTogetherCA
A1. PL, for me, is when I can learn at my own pace, at my time, to whatever extent I want to learn. Surfing the internet = personalized learning. #BetterTogetherCA
Welcome! Please introduce yourself, tell us where you’re from, and where you are in your personalized learning journey (Newbie, Apprentice, Expert)? #BetterTogetherCA#PersonalizedLearning
A1: To me, personalized learning means helping both "traditional" learners and "non traditional" learners succeed in the classroom! #BetterTogetherCA#PersonalizedLearning
A1: PL to me is any learning that is designed specifically to meet an individual students' needs, interests, and learning style. It is in effect: personalized. #BetterTogetherCA
A1: #personalizedlearning foremost suggests to me that I choose the path of what and where and when to study, but if inside of an institution, then it suggests that a teacher provides a differentiated approach #BetterTogetherCA
#BetterTogetherCA#PersonalizedLearning Hi, all! I'm Tanya, an ELA teacher at an urban public H.S. in Los Angeles and an aspiring school leader pursing my Admin Credential at LMU. #ProfTabaldo I'm an apprentice to personalized learning via tech.
@TabaldoOnTech#BetterTogetherCA Camie Walker currently 5th grade teacher & strength based education consultant. Not a novice or expert: always learning. From an elementary perspective personalized learning can develop strengths in the gen ed classroom. I love Thrively.
A1: #personalizedlearning foremost suggests to me that I choose the path of what and where and when to study, but if inside of an institution, then it suggests that a teacher provides a differentiated approach #BetterTogetherCA
I'd always heard this, but took me years to understand how to make it happen - once I prioritized this, everything changed in my classroom #BetterTogetherCA
A1: #PersonalizedLearning is just what is sounds like! Tailoring to meet needs of Ss and/or Ts, appeal to interest when able, modify as needed, make it relevant! #BetterTogetherCA
A1 It's important to remember that PL (in the way most of us are defining it) doesn't require tech. Tech just so happens 2 make achieving PL a whole lot easier #BetterTogetherCA
A2: PL is different from Blended Learning or Tech integration in that you may have a student who is great and wants a more organic approach. PL works regardless of tool. Blended & tech are tools and methodologies separate from PL. #BetterTogetherCA
A2: I'm still learning about blended learning, but I think that personalized learning applies no matter the curriculum and method of delivery #BetterTogetherCA
A2 I think it is based on what everyone seems to be saying. Relationships and student choice and independence are completely key. Student driven.
#BetterTogetherCA#personalizedlearning
#BetterTogetherCA A2: #PersonalizedLearning does not = tech...although I use it an awful lot and def see value! It's more like the TOOL to use to personalize, but not required to make it happen...just makes it easier/more efficient!
PL may take place with a student who wants to use an abacus or slide rule and they can excel at it. Others may choose to use a mobile device. The personalization is what makes it engaging for the student. #BetterTogetherCA
A2 "Learning is Personal" wordology like Flipped/Blended is not a construct that I ascribe too. I like active mobile Learning that is done in the class, community and family outings etc #BetterTogetherCA
A2: is blended and tech assisted learning the vehicle used to convey the info and personalized learning would be like a S having their own teacher and curriculum? #BetterTogetherCA
I think Ts can use BL to get to know where there Ss are at & use it to #personalizedlearning & tech integration is a tool to help facilitate that. #BetterTogetherCA
A2: Parents I talk with about Education often wonder why we have so much tech hardware in school without training or purpose for kids. So, an absence of tech feels like a commonly accepted desire to have as an option for #PersonalizedLearning. #BetterTogetherCA
A2 Blended Learning is a mode of instruction that utilizes tech. Personalized Learning is focused on meeting the needs of every student (perhaps w/tech)- not concerned with the mode. BL can be the vehicle for PL #BetterTogetherCA
Q2 Personalized Learning includes any type of learning that is set up to optimize student learning. Blended learning is a means to provide this and usually includes technology integration #bettertogetherca
A3: One seemingly small but hugely impactful way I've been personalizing learning in my classroom is providing daily time for choice reading #BetterTogetherCA
Great point Peter! I think we need to apply this to our students as well. How can we motivate them to want to engage in PL? My thought: Help them Isolate a cause they are interested in. Then stand back & watch them lead with passion!#BetterTogetherCA
A3: In my art class we cover certain elements of design etc. I let the students choose how they would like to express what they have learned. Could be visual, painting, mixed media, electronic, video, performance, etc. They choose their path with guidance. #BetterTogetherCA
A3 I am just now learning about blended learning. I participated on a WASC team last week and was able to see it in action. I just did my first Hyperdoc which is going to help me move towards blended learning in my classroom.#bettertogetherca
A3 I make sure to have my Spanish Ss order food for their family in Spanish as part of Grade, and other subjects are to be usable in their daily lives #BetterTogetherCA
A3. Tough to do in a standards-based classroom. The expectation is hold everyone to the same standard unless Ed-code permits to do otherwise. #BetterTogetherCA
A3: Also, conferencing with my students about writing has made a huge impact when it comes to their individual growth in writing skills #bettertogetherCA 5-Minute Writing Conferences https://t.co/mDOzVOprwT
A3: My main math curriculum is scaffolded. Another group of Ss are building basic skills. It gets messy but we’re all better in the end. #BetterTogetherCA
It's also important to remember that as useful as technology is for students there still exists in many areas an issue of equity of access. We're getting better but still have a long way to go for all Ss. #BetterTogetherCA
Why does blended learning have to include technology. I guess I have thought that blended learning and personalized learning are the same. #BetterTogetherCA
A2 Blended Learning is a mode of instruction that utilizes tech. Personalized Learning is focused on meeting the needs of every student (perhaps w/tech)- not concerned with the mode. BL can be the vehicle for PL #BetterTogetherCA
A3 I use a playlist approach w video lectures, podcasts, & assorted reading drills. S choice in regards to projs. Everything is measured. #BetterTogetherCA
Q3. Here's something brand new and a super great way to personalize learning for middle and high school students in particular. https://t.co/3VcjtWt7iy#bettertogetherca
Our teachers are using various online platforms to enable students to learn at their own level and to meet their specific needs. Also some platforms enable same assignment at students level #BetterTogetherCA@Newsela
A3 Project based learning opportunities with variying student products (video, slideshow,etc). Student choice in research projects (Genius Hour) #BetterTogetherCA#personalizedlearning
A4: I love experimenting with different system. Working in station rotations and allowing for group and individual work really has been a big help to me to give me the time to personalize learning. #BetterTogetherCA
A4: It's crucial to establish norms and protocols for independent, group, and whole class work time. I've found this works best when developed as a class -takes time, but pays off in the end #BetterTogetherCA
Textbooks may have their place, once in a while, but its rare. We are experts in the field we should be creating the learning experiences not swallowing what the textbook sells. #BetterTogetherCA
I find textbooks useful for providing short stories, articles, poetry, etc. - I usually use my own activities with them, though - the study questions in textbooks get stale pretty quickly #BetterTogetherCA
Thank you Peter - this looks great. Right now I am struggling with the getting my students excited about technology. My 8th grade just did presentations, but resisted using Flipgrid and Animoto - most of them stuck with Keynote! #BetterTogetherCA
My classes have been exchanging blog posts with some of my Twitter colleagues back East and in other parts of the country - having an authentic audience of their own peers is so engaging for my students #BetterTogetherCA
A4: We clustered 5/6 & 7/8 into two middle school groups. Went to a partial full day block schedule (some days split). I do math & science. It has drawbacks but overall it’s good. Team approach. There’s more of me to go around. #BetterTogetherCA
One thing that surprised me is how camera shy my students were on @Flipgrid - they were much more willing to try it if I let them record in pairs #BetterTogetherCA
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@Pander714200, @TabaldoOnTech, @Flipgrid
Getting an audience involved is such a great way to get Ss engaged and excited about their learning. Plus... audiences will give Ss great feedback! Love this! #BetterTogetherCA#PersonalizedLearning
My classes have been exchanging blog posts with some of my Twitter colleagues back East and in other parts of the country - having an authentic audience of their own peers is so engaging for my students #BetterTogetherCA
Q5: Student choice and voice are essential components of successful personalized learning. How do you encourage student choice and voice while still meeting your summative assessment requirements? #BetterTogetherCA#PersonalizedLearning
So much great feedback - and they learn so much from reading other students' blogs and commenting on them constructively - multiple skill development, past anything I anticipated #loveitwhenthathappens#BetterTogetherCA
Blended learning is defined as a mix (or blend) of instruction in a brick & motor setting outside of home and online learning. Otherwise it’s just teaching. #BetterTogetherCA
A4: Station Rotations with intentional grouping is a great way to implement #PersonalizedLearning in the classroom, whether homo/heterogenous groups, depending on the activity #BetterTogetherCA
A5: I have found flipgrid to be one of the most useful tools in helping student voice rise to the top. Those Ss who normally fall off are now heard. The key to meeting Summative Reqs. is to ensure your formative is leading toward that mastery. #BetterTogetherCA
One thing that surprised me is how camera shy my students were on @Flipgrid - they were much more willing to try it if I let them record in pairs #BetterTogetherCA
In reply to
@Pander714200, @TabaldoOnTech, @Flipgrid
A4 Here is where a set rotation schedule and having tech is so helpful. Ss can be working on personalized learning work while Ts check in with groups and circulate to check in with everyone. I still don't have it down but when it is working well it rocks! #BetterTogetherCA
At my school we do an hour of small group instruction every day. Teachers work with reading groups at their level and other stations/centers students work on standards based skills and individualized work depending on what center they are in. #BetterTogetherCA
A4: Station Rotations with intentional grouping is a great way to implement #PersonalizedLearning in the classroom, whether homo/heterogenous groups, depending on the activity #BetterTogetherCA
But in reality it’s all just silly definitions made up by humans (many of which aren’t teachers). Tech integration, BL, PL all of it can be excellent if done intentionally & well #BetterTogetherCA
A5 k-6 Ss seem to be more curious and MS Ss inhibit sitting in the Front and asking ?'s unless you can build communities around interest #BetterTogetherCA
A3: as often as I can manage, I have students develop questions and prompts and assignment structure to inspire critical thinking and play in strengths of theirs. #PersonalizedLearning#BetterTogetherCA
True - I have seen this happen. Teachers need training on new tech, but even more crucial is that they are given time to explore and experiment with ways to use it in their classroom #BetterTogetherCA
Allow students to choose from the options we set, but give them choices that allow for different learning styles or modalities. Again, may take some time up front, but once set up can work across platforms and subjects. Presentation tools are crossovers. #BetterTogetherCA
A4 I gave a talk last month @ a Tech conference on this very subject of mentoring and support against aspiration bullying https://t.co/apZZV9ijca#BetterTogetherCA
A5- In an (imaginary) assigned project, I allowed Ss to choose the type of final project they wanted to do. I feel like people in general just have different ways of expressing their thoughts so allowing this personalization helps Ss succeed! #BetterTogetherCA
A5 Flipgrid is amazing! My students use Weebly blogs, QR code presentations, videos, whatever works for them to express their ideas without inhibition or fear. However if they want to present to the class, they can use the golden mic 😁#BetterTogetherCA
We discuss a LOT in my class and one thing I've found to help the more introverted students are silent discussions, both on @GoogleClassroom and low tech silent paper discussions. They have SO much to say! #BetterTogetherCA
Q5: Student choice and voice are essential components of successful personalized learning. How do you encourage student choice and voice while still meeting your summative assessment requirements? #BetterTogetherCA#PersonalizedLearning
A4: it’s essential to work with immediate supervisors in schools so they know you aren’t avoiding curricula or outcomes but rather extending and finding new ways to get at those “achievables” — it’s important to be reflective and reflexive with students #BetterTogetherCA
Q5: Student choice and voice are essential components of successful personalized learning. How do you encourage student choice and voice while still meeting your summative assessment requirements? #BetterTogetherCA#PersonalizedLearning
A5-pt2: another approach, though more involved is creating multiple summative assessments. Though this can be time consuming it is worthwhile. This can also only be done within the framework allowed by the school for some assessments. #BetterTogetherCA
A6: Personalized learning at my grade level K-8 should reflect the students' interests and developmental abilities. It should look wide and varied yet demonstrate mastery of the same standards. #BetterTogetherCA
A5 it’s also vital 2 remember 2 use formative assessments along the way. Often Ss won’t need to “prove” it on the summative if they’ve demonstrated mastery before #BetterTogetherCA
A5 it’s also vital 2 remember 2 use formative assessments along the way. Often Ss won’t need to “prove” it on the summative if they’ve demonstrated mastery before #BetterTogetherCA
A5: my hope for all schools is that they are having conversations about how prescribed outcomes can restrict possibilities and potentials — embrace the unknown!! #RethinkSchool#BetterTogetherCA
A6 At the HS level, voice is important -- the LE should feel comfortable to allow Ss to say/write their thoughts/needs re: the lesson to the T. #BetterTogetherCA
Q5: Student choice and voice are essential components of successful personalized learning. How do you encourage student choice and voice while still meeting your summative assessment requirements? #BetterTogetherCA#PersonalizedLearning
PL allows students to choose interests in STEM. They form teams based on their passion, prepare information & share it with authentic audiences. Robotics team members take robots home to create and innovate. Pollinators learn about birds & bees! #BetterTogetherCA
A6 In junior high it should look like engagement with students wanting to learn more.Students should feel excited to learn.I know it's not all unicorns and glitter but you can feel the positive classroom community when everyone is empowered.#Personalizedlearning#BetterTogetherCA
PL in 7th grade looks/feels/sounds like students are engaged in learning that is suitable for them. They don't feel bad because they aren't keeping up with their peers. They are working at their ability and this feels GOOD to them! It feels right #bettertogetherca
A7: I often ask myself: "am i reaching all students? Is everyone involved? Is there a better way to do this? What worked/didn't work? How can I make this better?" etc. #BetterTogetherCA
A6: in high school, #PersonalizedLearning could be an entrepreneurial experiment that turns into a functioning business venture — it could be the development of a professional writer — I think it gives students an #incubator to launch a career #BetterTogetherCA
Students are actively thinking and designing their own learning outcome. Students also should feel free, relaxed, and motivated, because they can make their choices based on their personal preferences. #personalizedlearning#bettertogetherCA
A6 Ss may have a strong desire that has a humanities core, it is the art of teaching to get Ss find sciences/math as enjoyable as their aspirational goal #BetterTogetherCA
A7: I always am wondering if I am missing out on meeting someone's interest/needs esp when some are so quiet. Sometimes also a struggle w/ELs and am always searching for new ideas! #BetterTogetherCA
A7: I'm asking myself how I can understand my students and what motivates them better. And how I can better connect with other educators to learn more ways to do that. #BetterTogetherCA
Am I doing enough? How can I simplify to not overwhelm my students or myself? Where do I go to get good reviews - Peter gave me several leads : ) ? Is what I am doing working? #BetterTogetherCA
A7 I think some good Qs to ask are- 'are my Ss engaged?' 'am I reaching everyone's needs?' 'would a formative assessment help me or my Ss during the next lesson?' #BetterTogetherCA
Q7 I have been learning so much about tech in the classroom and how important it is to make sure students are creating...not just consuming. I question myself with this constantly now in each tech decision I make in the classroom.#bettertogetherca
A8: I like to see what my PLN is doing on twitter and even on @flipgrid. I want to do a blended learning with faculty meetings one day. Use @flipgrid cover topics Faculty voices heard, reduce meeting time and be more efficient. #BetterTogetherCA
A7 Sometimes I feel like I am spending more time with #personalizedlearning spreadsheets than with actual students. How can I use tech to lower the grading burden and track who has done what? #BetterTogetherCA
Well, I have to say that Twitter has been the single best way I've found to personalize my learning, but any way you can connect with other educators empowers teachers to make learning relevant #BetterTogetherCA
A8. Conferences, other twitter chats, lots of article reading and following my educational passions. Having a great PLN is great too! There is something new to learn everyday whether online or from my colleagues. #BetterTogetherCA
A7: I first ask if I am bored. If the answer is maybe or yes, then I ask the kids if they are bored. If I’m not bored, I still ask them if they are, but might first try to get their ideas for how I can improve what I’m excited about. #BetterTogetherCA
My district set up an online PD through Alludo Learning so that will be one way. Through my professors at LMU. Online learning communities I belong to. #BetterTogetherCA
A7 Am meeting everyones needs? Am I checking up with everyone, especially absent kiddos? What works what doesn't? How can I improve? #personalizedlearning#BetterTogetherCA
Yes, yes, and yes! Going to the #ncte conference was one of the best things I have ever done for my learning. I have a few proposals in for presenting at #ncte18 that I put together with educators I met right here on Twitter #BetterTogetherCA
A8 Since I am still a student, I do my best to get the most out of all my education classes and challenge myself to think critically about my own education- both positives and negatives! #BetterTogetherCA
Q8 For myself, becoming more involved in my own PLN since this is new to me. I think using new technologies to have our staff share together would be helpful, Flipgrid, Padlet. #bettertogetherca
A6. Looks- busy, collaborative, rigorous Sounds-noisy- mix of collaboration & ah ha moments Feels- GREAT as ur meeting the needs of all Ss #BetterTogetherCA
