#MOedchat Archive

The water cooler for Missouri educators! Learn and laugh with us!

Thursday February 21, 2019
10:00 PM EST

  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:00 PM EST
    Welcome to #MOedchat! Please introduce yourself, share your role in ed & where in the world you’re tweeting from tonight!
  • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:00 PM EST
    Welcome to Creating a Compassionate Classroom! Please share: -Name -Location/School/Role -Emoji or gif that represents how you are feeling about this winter season #moedchat
  • AllisonBurnwor2 Feb 21 @ 10:00 PM EST
    My chats for the next hour will be for #moedchat
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:01 PM EST
    The #MOedchat modteam: @TedHiff, @debbiefuco, @cskiles80, @crystalslaughter, @lauragilchrist4 @awall777 @wmchamberlain & @di_chamberlain is excited to learn with and from you tonight!
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:02 PM EST
    Tonight @MOedchat hands the reigns over to @sstokes_EVERFI to talk about a Compassionate Classromm! Follow her for the Qs! #moedchat
  • MandiTolenEDU Feb 21 @ 10:02 PM EST
    Mandi from St. Joe, HS Math Teacher. I'm glad we have coffee for winters like this. #Moedchat
  • AllisonBurnwor2 Feb 21 @ 10:03 PM EST
    My name is Allison Burnworth. I am an elementary special education teacher in Hazelwood! #moedchat
  • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:03 PM EST
    Nice to see you, Tom! #MOedchat
    In reply to @TomHoerr
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:03 PM EST
    Thanks for joining us tonight! #MOedchat
    In reply to @AllisonBurnwor2
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Feb 21 @ 10:03 PM EST
    Hello! Debbie, tech coordinator from #stl lookongnforward@to discussing Creating a Compassionate Classroom! #moedchat
  • MrBeckmann Feb 21 @ 10:03 PM EST
    Happy Thursday! I’m Ed, Instructional Coach from St. Peters, MO. #MOedchat
  • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:04 PM EST
    Hi, Kritta! Thanks for joining! #moedchat
    In reply to @kjf71660, @MOedchat, @LSR7
  • cvernonedu Feb 21 @ 10:04 PM EST
    Hi there! I’m Christi. I teach ECSE for Rockwood in St. Louis. I’m feeling 😬 about winter. Keep the snow days coming but give me the ☀️ #MOedchat
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:04 PM EST
    #MOedchat
    In reply to @debbiefuco
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Feb 21 @ 10:04 PM EST
    Hi Mandi! #moedchat
    • MandiTolenEDU Feb 21 @ 10:02 PM EST
      Mandi from St. Joe, HS Math Teacher. I'm glad we have coffee for winters like this. #Moedchat
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Feb 21 @ 10:05 PM EST
    Hi Allison! #moedchat
    In reply to @AllisonBurnwor2
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Feb 21 @ 10:05 PM EST
    Hi Ed! Glad you're here! #moedchat
    In reply to @MrBeckmann
  • HMiller_everfi Feb 21 @ 10:06 PM EST
    Heather Miller Platte City and I work with Stephanie at EVERFI! #moedchat
  • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:06 PM EST
    Says the man whose article inspired me to have this discussion! #moedchat #compassion
    • TomHoerr Feb 21 @ 10:02 PM EST
      Tom Hoerr here, former head of New City School, one who admires Stephanie's writing skills!
      In reply to @sstokes_EVERFI
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Feb 21 @ 10:06 PM EST
    Hi Heather! #moedchat
    In reply to @HMiller_everfi
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:06 PM EST
    Don't forget to add that hashtag so we can all see your thoughts! ;) #MOedchat
    In reply to @TomHoerr, @sstokes_EVERFI
  • mfankopedia Feb 21 @ 10:08 PM EST
    Hi! Michelle in STL - English teacher and ed tech. specialist turned current grad student and substitute teacher. My feelings towards winter right now... #moedchat
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Feb 21 @ 10:08 PM EST
    Hi Michelle! Great to see you! #moedchat
    In reply to @mfankopedia
  • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:08 PM EST
    For any first timers- I'll present the question as Q1 and you answer with A1 and #moedchat
  • halliesmills Feb 21 @ 10:08 PM EST
    Hi! Hallie, 4th grade teacher in St. Charles tweeting from my couch. Although, I have a sick 7 month old, and since he's sleeping at the moment I won't be staying up too long. But wanted to say hi! Also - I'm ready for spring! #moedchat
  • LaurenPingul Feb 21 @ 10:10 PM EST
    I’m Lauren, and I’m actually in Illinois! But I love #edchats and I work with @sstokes_EVERFI ! I feel 😭 about my first winter in the Midwest—I slipped in ice last night and sprained my wrist!#MOedchat
  • JWalterTeach Feb 21 @ 10:10 PM EST
    Hi! #MOedchat Jen here, a MS Sci teacher and #EdTech Support Specialist. I love me so e snuggie time...on couch, by a fire pit.. whatever. 🤗
  • joshchoward Feb 21 @ 10:10 PM EST
    Josh, tech coach from Fulton. Winter is really coming this year. #moedchat
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:10 PM EST
    Andy, #innovationclass teacher from St. Charles #moedchat
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Feb 21 @ 10:10 PM EST
    Hi Hallie! Hope Baby feels better, soon! #moedchat
    In reply to @halliesmills
  • TomHoerr Feb 21 @ 10:11 PM EST
    #moedchat Absolutely! When kids thrive it's not because of curriculum, technology, or, gasp, administrators; it is the TEACHER who determines the quality of education.
    In reply to @jleeTechPercent
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Feb 21 @ 10:11 PM EST
    Glad you're here, Josh! #moedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward
  • withcollier Feb 21 @ 10:11 PM EST
    For the next hour my tweets will be for #moedchat #LUlearns
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Feb 21 @ 10:12 PM EST
    Hi Jen! #moedchat
    In reply to @JWalterTeach
  • JWalterTeach Feb 21 @ 10:13 PM EST
    Heck yes...I'll be watching the last season.. from my Snuggie!!! 😆 #MOedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:13 PM EST
    #MOedchat
    • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:10 PM EST
      Q1: Imagine today’s child: What do we want that child, teenager, young adult to be like at age 25? Share your one-word descriptions
  • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:13 PM EST
    ....and I forgot to add #moedchat
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:14 PM EST
    A1 Creative, Problem Solving, Future Ready, 21st Century+ Ready #MOedchat
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Feb 21 @ 10:14 PM EST
    A1 Confident, #moedchat
    • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:10 PM EST
      Q1: Imagine today’s child: What do we want that child, teenager, young adult to be like at age 25? Share your one-word descriptions
  • joshchoward Feb 21 @ 10:15 PM EST
    A1 Creative, resilient, and agile. #moedchat
  • assignmenthelp Feb 21 @ 10:15 PM EST
    Tips for Using Document Proofreading and Editing Services online https://t.co/W7iuqKv6QE #ditchbook #moedchat
  • cvernonedu Feb 21 @ 10:15 PM EST
    A1: grounded, self-sufficient, kind #moedchat
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:15 PM EST
    Agile is a good one #MOedchat
  • AllisonBurnwor2 Feb 21 @ 10:15 PM EST
    Q1: Reliable, Hard-working, trustworthy, inquisitive #moedchat
  • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:15 PM EST
    A1: kind, honest, confident #moedchat
  • MandiTolenEDU Feb 21 @ 10:15 PM EST
    A1: Problem-solver #moedchat
  • MmeBurton Feb 21 @ 10:15 PM EST
    Sorry. Joining in late. April, Instructional Tech ContentLead, Francis Howell.#moedchat
  • halliesmills Feb 21 @ 10:15 PM EST
    A1: Kind, loving, empathetic, flexible, responsible, creative, fun. #moedchat
    • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:10 PM EST
      Q1: Imagine today’s child: What do we want that child, teenager, young adult to be like at age 25? Share your one-word descriptions
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Feb 21 @ 10:15 PM EST
    A1 Happy, creative, empowered to make the world a better place, #moedchat
    • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:10 PM EST
      Q1: Imagine today’s child: What do we want that child, teenager, young adult to be like at age 25? Share your one-word descriptions
  • LaurenPingul Feb 21 @ 10:16 PM EST
    Capable #moedchat
  • mfankopedia Feb 21 @ 10:16 PM EST
    ONE WORD?! Ummm.... I think creative covers a lot of possibilities. But also resilient. Torn. #moedchat
    • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:10 PM EST
      Q1: Imagine today’s child: What do we want that child, teenager, young adult to be like at age 25? Share your one-word descriptions
  • MrBeckmann Feb 21 @ 10:16 PM EST
    Empathetic #MOedchat
  • MelanyStowe Feb 21 @ 10:16 PM EST
    A1: adaptable #moedchat
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:16 PM EST
    I think Self Sufficient is going to become more and more important in the future, learn what you need to by your own skills #MOedchat
    In reply to @cvernonedu
  • TomHoerr Feb 21 @ 10:16 PM EST
    #moedchat I want that child to be empathic and one who makes good decisions. And I think the former will increase the likelihood of the latter.
    In reply to @awall777
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Feb 21 @ 10:16 PM EST
    Kind, yes! #moedchat
    In reply to @cvernonedu
  • LaurenPingul Feb 21 @ 10:16 PM EST
    A1: capable. #MOedchat
  • AllisonBurnwor2 Feb 21 @ 10:16 PM EST
    A1: Reliable, hard-working, trustworthy, inquisitive #moedchat
  • MmeBurton Feb 21 @ 10:16 PM EST
    A1: resilient, creative, empathetic #moedchat
  • atechiebookworm Feb 21 @ 10:17 PM EST
    Sophie - Chilli - gifted teacher & innovation coach - coming in late #moedchat
  • JWalterTeach Feb 21 @ 10:17 PM EST
    #MOedchat A1: We want them to be AWARE. Aware of self and aware of others, thinking outside of theor own bubbles. If we all just took a moment to think through the paradigm of another for a few...
  • joshchoward Feb 21 @ 10:17 PM EST
    I look at this this way -- in 20 years I have no idea what the students I have today will need to know. But I know they will need to have diversity of skills and adaptability to problems. We should be promoting agility in the way our students tackle tasks. #moedchat
  • TomHoerr Feb 21 @ 10:17 PM EST
    #moedchat Capable at? In?
    In reply to @LaurenPingul
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:18 PM EST
    I think you deserve a #moedchatgoldstar #MOedchat
    In reply to @MmeBurton
  • HMiller_everfi Feb 21 @ 10:18 PM EST
    A1 Prepared, Creative, and Involved #moedchat
  • TomHoerr Feb 21 @ 10:18 PM EST
    We want our students to be people we would be pleased to have as neighbors or in-laws. #moedchat
    In reply to @MmeBurton
  • joshchoward Feb 21 @ 10:19 PM EST
    Employers are looking for folks who are self starters and can tackle problems without a lot of front end training. These people are ALWAYS VALUABLE. #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @cvernonedu
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:19 PM EST
    A great Elvis song about this called "Walk a Mile in My Shoes", used to make my kids listen to it all the time #MOedchat
    In reply to @JWalterTeach
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:19 PM EST
    Less concerned with content knowledge and more about the soft skills #MOedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward, @cvernonedu
  • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:20 PM EST
    Q2: When we talk about teaching compassion, what other skills must we teach our students? How can we measure our students’ progress? #moedchat
  • TomHoerr Feb 21 @ 10:21 PM EST
    I agree but as Terry Harris says, let's get away from calling them "soft" skills. To many, that makes them seem not important. I like to call them "Success Skills." #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @joshchoward, @cvernonedu
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:22 PM EST
    A2 Collaboration, Compromise, Paradigm shifting, all hard to really measure, mostly anecdotal in my experience #MOedchat
  • halliesmills Feb 21 @ 10:22 PM EST
    Life skills. #moedchat
    In reply to @TomHoerr, @awall777, @joshchoward, @cvernonedu
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:22 PM EST
    Petition to change "soft skills" to "Life Skills" #moedchat
    In reply to @halliesmills, @TomHoerr, @joshchoward, @cvernonedu
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:23 PM EST
    Oooh, even better #moedchat
    In reply to @sstokes_EVERFI, @halliesmills, @TomHoerr, @joshchoward, @cvernonedu
  • JWalterTeach Feb 21 @ 10:23 PM EST
    #MOedchat PREACH!!!!!!
    In reply to @awall777, @halliesmills, @TomHoerr, @joshchoward, @cvernonedu
  • MmeBurton Feb 21 @ 10:23 PM EST
    A2: Grit and persistence. But, how do we measure that? I’m not sure. #moedchat
  • cvernonedu Feb 21 @ 10:23 PM EST
    A2: empathy and clear communication are important skills to teach our students when we talk about compassion. #moedchat
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:23 PM EST
    I don't even really name them when we talk about them, they are just "the way we work" #moedchat
    In reply to @HMiller_everfi, @TomHoerr, @joshchoward, @cvernonedu
  • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:23 PM EST
    A2 Grit, embracing diversity, self-control, empathy, growth-mindset Like @awall777 said, it's mostly anecdotal or monitoring progress #moedchat
  • joshchoward Feb 21 @ 10:24 PM EST
    #moedchat
    In reply to @TomHoerr, @awall777, @cvernonedu
  • TomHoerr Feb 21 @ 10:24 PM EST
    "The way we work" is wonderful! We need more of this. #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @HMiller_everfi, @joshchoward, @cvernonedu
  • halliesmills Feb 21 @ 10:24 PM EST
    A2: We need to teach them how to think outside of themselves. How to see something from someone else's point of view. Not sure how to measure progress - but not with a grade. #moedchat
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Feb 21 @ 10:24 PM EST
    A2 Empathy, to be able to put yourself in others' shoes. Give students a chance to 'feel' and explore how they feel about things they are learning, not just covering facts. This is where the arts can play an important part. #moedchat
    • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:20 PM EST
      Q2: When we talk about teaching compassion, what other skills must we teach our students? How can we measure our students’ progress? #moedchat
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:24 PM EST
    It is not really something you can assign a point value or letter to, it is just either there or a work in progress #moedchat
    In reply to @sstokes_EVERFI
  • JenniferServiss Feb 21 @ 10:25 PM EST
    A2: Mock Trail Interview Skills #Lifeskills #MOedchat
  • JWalterTeach Feb 21 @ 10:25 PM EST
    #MOedchat A2: I think we need to teach/model to be genuine. So many times I see people doing a good deed because they want to "show it off". Do it from the HEART. (Character is what you do when no one is looking)
  • mfankopedia Feb 21 @ 10:25 PM EST
    A2 Listening. Really listening. Something we all struggle with. Not sure how to measure it, though... #moedchat
    • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:20 PM EST
      Q2: When we talk about teaching compassion, what other skills must we teach our students? How can we measure our students’ progress? #moedchat
  • AllisonBurnwor2 Feb 21 @ 10:26 PM EST
    A2: relationship skills--turn taking, working with groups, respecting others' opinions. Progress is measured through observation #moedchat
  • joshchoward Feb 21 @ 10:26 PM EST
    A2 Empathy, curiosity, attentiveness --- I don't know. This is something hopefully we are modeling in our classrooms every day so kids know what it looks like. #moedchat
  • MandiTolenEDU Feb 21 @ 10:26 PM EST
    A2: Compassion needs to be a discussion with examples. Some Ss have a hard time grasping the concept. I'm not sure you need to measure it. #Moedchat
  • TomHoerr Feb 21 @ 10:26 PM EST
    I'm biased but Success Skills captures what we want, what these skills produce, and what parents and kids will value. #moedchat
  • MOedtech Feb 21 @ 10:26 PM EST
    #moedchat mindfulness, empathy, respect, self-awareness . I think it's important to see how they would assess it, by their own reflection.
    In reply to @sstokes_EVERFI
  • HMiller_everfi Feb 21 @ 10:26 PM EST
    Empathy & Growth mindset I think with this type of learning you have to look at each individual student to see his/her progression. #moedchat
  • TomHoerr Feb 21 @ 10:27 PM EST
    All good! #moedchat
    In reply to @LaurenPingul
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:27 PM EST
    Empathetic listening is my favorite takeaway from the @TheLeaderinMe program, so much power and yet so difficult to do #moedchat
    In reply to @mfankopedia, @TheLeaderinMe
  • MrBeckmann Feb 21 @ 10:28 PM EST
    A2- Somebody In Q1 said awareness. If students are aware of their strengths and opportunities for growth, they can use that awareness to set goals. #MOedchat
  • withcollier Feb 21 @ 10:28 PM EST
    A2: Social Skills. Communication with and without technology.#moedchat #LUlearns
  • joshchoward Feb 21 @ 10:28 PM EST
    Students now are so quick to mock or ridicule. Meme culture. It feels like we don't do nearly enough to teach respect or how to work in groups. Can't lose sight of those important "life skills" either. #moedchat
  • TomHoerr Feb 21 @ 10:29 PM EST
    And whatever we call these skills, more - most - important is that we find time to include them in our instruction and curriculum. Academic competence should be the floor, not the ceiling, of what we want for our students. #moedchat
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:29 PM EST
    Edgy Meme Teacher #moedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward
  • JWalterTeach Feb 21 @ 10:29 PM EST
    I'm a HUGE fan of the "7 Habits of Successful Teens" book for my middle schoolers. Very well done and very relate-able for that age. #MOedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @mfankopedia, @TheLeaderinMe
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Feb 21 @ 10:30 PM EST
    A2 Was just discussing with a teacher this week. We cover the Holocaust but do students really get the opportunity to express how they feel. To really connect with what happened. Diving deeper and getting in touch with feelings about topics, so important. #moedchat
    • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:20 PM EST
      Q2: When we talk about teaching compassion, what other skills must we teach our students? How can we measure our students’ progress? #moedchat
  • AmberlieThomas Feb 21 @ 10:30 PM EST
    A2) teach children to really see someone and hear what they are saying- to be present in the moment #moedchat
  • joshchoward Feb 21 @ 10:30 PM EST
    #moedchat
    In reply to @JWalterTeach, @awall777, @mfankopedia, @TheLeaderinMe
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:31 PM EST
    We get it @joshchoward, you're cool alright? #moedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward, @JWalterTeach, @mfankopedia, @TheLeaderinMe, @joshchoward
  • LaurenPingul Feb 21 @ 10:31 PM EST
    A2 I really believe growth mindset is key! I used to teach this with my 12th graders and we would do self-assessments around their progress. #MOedchat
  • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:31 PM EST
    Q3: What is our role in preparing students to be compassionate people? #moedchat
  • TomHoerr Feb 21 @ 10:31 PM EST
    Good, good question! Knowledge is the beginning, then comes feeling, and finally action. #moedchat
    In reply to @debbiefuco
  • joshchoward Feb 21 @ 10:31 PM EST
    😎😎😎😎 #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @JWalterTeach, @mfankopedia, @TheLeaderinMe
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:32 PM EST
    The "C" in your name is for Cool right? Josh Cool Howard #moedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward, @JWalterTeach, @mfankopedia, @TheLeaderinMe
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Feb 21 @ 10:33 PM EST
    Yes! Can't expect true action without the other two! #moedchat
    • TomHoerr Feb 21 @ 10:31 PM EST
      Good, good question! Knowledge is the beginning, then comes feeling, and finally action. #moedchat
      In reply to @debbiefuco
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:34 PM EST
    They are definitely on to something, I don't go all in, but i like a lot of what they talk about #moedchat
    In reply to @JWalterTeach, @mfankopedia, @TheLeaderinMe
  • AmberlieThomas Feb 21 @ 10:34 PM EST
    A3) our role is to model patience and compassion. We have to treat our students the way that we expect our students to treat others. #moedchat
  • cvernonedu Feb 21 @ 10:34 PM EST
    A3: We are the model, so we should be showing what this looks like every day. It's also about using those teachable moments to show how we can be compassionate. #moedchat
  • joshchoward Feb 21 @ 10:34 PM EST
    No one listens to understand. Everyone listens to respond. And to judge. #moedchat
    In reply to @kjf71660
  • mfankopedia Feb 21 @ 10:34 PM EST
    A3 The most important role we have is as a model in our own classrooms and buildings. #MOedchat
  • withcollier Feb 21 @ 10:35 PM EST
    A3: We have to model compassionate behavior, build relationships and communicate with compassion. #moedchat #LUlearns
  • joshchoward Feb 21 @ 10:35 PM EST
    A3 Be compassionate. Don't minimize student concerns. Stop starting sentences with "You're all right." Be a model for what compassion looks like in your classroom. #moedchat
  • AllisonBurnwor2 Feb 21 @ 10:35 PM EST
    A3: We must guide them and model the skills necessary to be compassionate and show compassion to those around them. #moedchat
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:35 PM EST
    A3 I teach a class with no grades or curriculum, I work with kids to critique each other and themselves on what they do, it is just how we do it, we all work together for our own good #moedchat
  • TomHoerr Feb 21 @ 10:36 PM EST
    Agree! We need to be role-models. We don't do SEL to kids; we do it with them. We need to learn along with them, getting out of our comfort zones too. #moedchat
    In reply to @mfankopedia
  • TomHoerr Feb 21 @ 10:36 PM EST
    This sounds really cool! What level of students and what subject? #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777
  • LaurenPingul Feb 21 @ 10:37 PM EST
    A3 as educators, we’re with these kids 8 hours a day. Teaching compassion, empathy and growth mindset is so important. It’s also crucial that we model these skills with kids. Self-regulation is a skill that we have to model and actively teach #moedchat
  • TomHoerr Feb 21 @ 10:38 PM EST
    It's much easier to preach than practice. (I know this all too well.) #moedchat
    In reply to @mfankopedia
  • joshchoward Feb 21 @ 10:38 PM EST
    A3b Also, listening. People are so bad at listening and DON'T EVEN KNOW IT. We don't spend enough time on how to listen to communicate with another person. #moedchat
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:38 PM EST
    K-5, the subject is "Innovation and Technology", I try to bring their gen ed subjects in with a focus on tech and creativity, lots of weird and fun stuff, also a lot of #cardboard, very unique class that all schools should have :) #moedchat
    In reply to @TomHoerr
  • TomHoerr Feb 21 @ 10:39 PM EST
    This sounds great! How do I enroll? #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:39 PM EST
    Practicing Empathetic Listening is something we should all do, whether we are educators or not, it is powerful stuff, could be a subject all on its own #moedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:40 PM EST
    Come by whenever you want, I love to bring people in and see it! If you're ever in St. Louis, I'd be happy to give you the grand tour! #moedchat
    In reply to @TomHoerr
  • joshchoward Feb 21 @ 10:40 PM EST
    I like the idea of this, but it disappoints me when I see teachers boil these skills down to a community rubric or a Google Form you fill out for each peer. How 'bout we have a conversation? Let's ask each other a few questions about this. #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777
  • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:40 PM EST
    Great ideas and discussions happening, #moedchat! Feeling the love tonight!
  • TomHoerr Feb 21 @ 10:41 PM EST
    Super, I am in StL! Where? Can you shoot me an email and trhoerr@newcityschool.org ? #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777
  • LaurenPingul Feb 21 @ 10:41 PM EST
    A3 One important role we have is to make amends when we slip up. Calling out the error we made and showing that we, as teachers, are real people who sometimes make errors can be a powerful learning experience for us and for our students #moedchat
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Feb 21 @ 10:41 PM EST
    Agree! #moedchat
    • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:35 PM EST
      There's a line in the Prayer to St. Francis that says "Help me to understand rather than be understood," and I think that's something we all need to work on.
      In reply to @joshchoward, @kjf71660
  • JWalterTeach Feb 21 @ 10:42 PM EST
    #MOedchat A3: b more inclusive and diverse in our teaching approaches. If stduents are not exposed to opinions/situations outside of their "bubble" or comfort zone, how will they ever come to feel compassion? "There is nothing more frightful than ignornace in action" -Von Goethe
  • TomHoerr Feb 21 @ 10:42 PM EST
    Groan. I like it. #moedchat
    In reply to @sstokes_EVERFI
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:42 PM EST
    I am blessed with a very unique position, but I believe that if teachers are willing to take a risk, it can be done. They just need to let go of the teacher-intrinsic need to judge and evaluate. Do things for the sake of learning and not evaluating. Hard to do... #moedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:42 PM EST
    You got it! #MOedchat
    In reply to @TomHoerr
  • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:42 PM EST
    Q4: How can you integrate teaching compassion into your daily instruction? Share successes/struggles if you currently are integrating like skills into daily instruction #moedchat
  • joshchoward Feb 21 @ 10:42 PM EST
    Great point. As a teacher you are an incredibly influential part of your students' days. Like it or not, you are a role model. What you model matters. #moedchat
    In reply to @LaurenPingul
  • MmeBurton Feb 21 @ 10:43 PM EST
    A3: I think we need to also give them opportunities to show compassion; whether it’s to classmates or people in the community.#moedchat
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:43 PM EST
    Admin needs to be supportive, teachers need to jump in and let go, not everyone is comfortable with it, but a safe environment focused on improvement rather than grades can be done for the betterment of the kid #MOedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward
  • withcollier Feb 21 @ 10:43 PM EST
    @joshchoward I think you could do both- rubric and conversations. #moedchat #LUlearns
  • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:44 PM EST
    A4: I like the idea of discussing literary characters to break down the actions of others. Not only does it help to point out how others treat each other, but it's also going into greater depths of characterization. #moedchat
  • cvernonedu Feb 21 @ 10:45 PM EST
    A4: I like to point out when I see compassion. It draws positive attention and highlights an example for the class. Books are a great place to start the conversation. #moedchat
  • TomHoerr Feb 21 @ 10:46 PM EST
    Yes, and this argues for ensuring that we have a balance between fiction and non-fiction in what they read. #moedchat
    In reply to @sstokes_EVERFI
  • AllisonBurnwor2 Feb 21 @ 10:46 PM EST
    A4: I think those teachable moments come unexpectedly throughout the day. They can be seamlessly integrated into your teaching. Modeling the skills is the best way to teach them! #moedchat
  • JWalterTeach Feb 21 @ 10:47 PM EST
    #MOedchat A4: Each day just let all kids know that they are valued and set the standard how hurtful language is not allowed. #safespace I also have a Random Acts of Kindness Calendar in my room: https://t.co/hiPUYUDp37 to help encourage kids to help out others
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Feb 21 @ 10:47 PM EST
    A4 Have you seen "Moment AR" for the @MergeVR Love it for exploring compassion & empathy with students. #moedchat
  • TomHoerr Feb 21 @ 10:48 PM EST
    Yep, and explaining what we are doing and how we are feeling is important. We've all used our grit some days, for example, but if we don't share that, our Ss are likely to think that things simply come easily to us. #moedchat
    In reply to @AllisonBurnwor2
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:48 PM EST
    Tests aren't everything, but we have to be accountable, I get that but, any tiny little way you can implement this is beneficial because they probably don't get it any other way... squeeze it in #MOedchat
    In reply to @MOedtech, @joshchoward
  • withcollier Feb 21 @ 10:49 PM EST
    Group projects, class discussions, modeling with other adults. #moedchat #LUlearns
  • ericagillian22 Feb 21 @ 10:49 PM EST
    @sstokes_EVERFI late to the party but finally made it! A4: As a former business teacher, I would “pay” the students in points for acts of integrity “on the job”. These were not for a grade, but could be redeemed throughout the semester during class auctions #moedchat
  • TomHoerr Feb 21 @ 10:49 PM EST
    I have to head out, folks. Thanks for your thoughts. I admire your efforts and care! #MOedchat
  • JenniferServiss Feb 21 @ 10:49 PM EST
    Lead by example #moedchat
  • joshchoward Feb 21 @ 10:50 PM EST
    OMG that's awesome! #moedchat
    In reply to @debbiefuco, @MergeVR
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Feb 21 @ 10:50 PM EST
    A4 Literature and the arts provides opportunities for students to feel compassion and empathy. #moedchat
    • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:44 PM EST
      A4: I like the idea of discussing literary characters to break down the actions of others. Not only does it help to point out how others treat each other, but it's also going into greater depths of characterization. #moedchat
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:51 PM EST
    I saw this pop up somewhere in my feed, really awesome stuff. Gotta love #AR! #MOedchat
    In reply to @debbiefuco, @MergeVR
  • joshchoward Feb 21 @ 10:51 PM EST
    That's good teaching. You've got to point it out! #moedchat
    In reply to @cvernonedu
  • mfankopedia Feb 21 @ 10:52 PM EST
    A4 A few people have mentioned #growthmindset earlier in the chat - focusing on that mindset in our schools helps students practice self-compassion, something with which many students struggle #moedchat
    • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:42 PM EST
      Q4: How can you integrate teaching compassion into your daily instruction? Share successes/struggles if you currently are integrating like skills into daily instruction #moedchat
  • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:53 PM EST
    Time to share! Q5: What resources have you found effective with your students for teaching compassion? What kind of resources are you looking for? #moedchat
  • LaurenPingul Feb 21 @ 10:53 PM EST
    A4 It’s hard to teach these skills! I feel like we mostly teach this in 1-1 chats when difficult situations happen. But priming kids with the skills to handle those situations beforehand is so effective! Implementing direct lessons on SEL makes a huge difference #moedchat
  • awall777 Feb 21 @ 10:55 PM EST
    I need to take off for the night, early meeting in the morning. Have a great Friday and thank you @sstokes_EVERFI for a great chat tonight! #MOedchat
  • withcollier Feb 21 @ 10:56 PM EST
    I think it just has to be through interaction and experience, not lecture. Youngest have to practice. #moedchat #LUlearns
  • JWalterTeach Feb 21 @ 10:56 PM EST
    #MOedchat A5: I teach a "Teen Leadership" course, and one of the best lessons is watching and then having a restorative practice circle about the ABC Family movie "Cyberbully". Ss really empathize and identify with the characters. Good eye-opening moments. #digcit
  • AllisonBurnwor2 Feb 21 @ 10:57 PM EST
    A5: "We Do Listen Foundation" (https://t.co/La7K2ODocV) has great videos/lessons for young students about listening, bullying, getting along with others, etc. #moedchat
  • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:59 PM EST
    A5: @EVERFIK12 has great no-cost digital SEL and mental wellness resources like The Compassion Project, Character Playbook, Honor Code, and Mental Wellness Basics. DM me if you want access. #moedchat
  • cvernonedu Feb 21 @ 10:59 PM EST
    Thank you for this! This is awesome! #moedchat
    In reply to @AllisonBurnwor2
  • MrBeckmann Feb 21 @ 10:59 PM EST
    Heading out for tonight. Thank you for sharing tonight everyone! #moedchat
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Feb 21 @ 10:59 PM EST
    A5 Poetry, art, focus on 'making the world a better place' looking for solutions to problems others in our school, community, city, etc., are having. Students feel empowered to find and solve problems. Solutions may be tied into the curriculum through #PBL #moedchat
    • sstokes_EVERFI Feb 21 @ 10:53 PM EST
      Time to share! Q5: What resources have you found effective with your students for teaching compassion? What kind of resources are you looking for? #moedchat
  • MmeBurton Feb 21 @ 10:59 PM EST
    Loved this topic! Thanks! #moedchat