#IEedchat Archive

#IEedchat is a great way for Inland Empire (California) educators to share teaching strategies, educational resources, and more.
Monday September 18, 2017
10:30 PM EDT
  • ieedchat - Moderator Sep 18 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    Welcome to #IEedchat. Tonight we will be discussing Peer Mentoring. We will be using the Q1:A1 format.
  • participatechat Sep 18 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #IEedchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/kBC0NA1bMS
  • ieedchat - Moderator Sep 18 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    Q0: Introduce yourself and tell us about one of your mentors. #IEedchat
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    Hello everyone, Jeremiah, math nerd, Porterville super excited to be able to make another #ieedchat Feels like going home again
  • JSynnott1 Sep 18 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    A0: Jonathan Synnott, mentor- Mr. Davis-HS SS teacher who taught me to always give my best and showed me what good teaching is #ieedchat
  • DeatraLee_Edu Sep 18 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    A0: Deatra Lee, Tech TOSA @PerrisHigh, Dave Larson, 5th gr partner teacher, he is amazing & truly cares. Helped me move HS to 5th. #IEedchat
  • jswilliams Sep 18 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    Joseph Williams Exec Dir of Tech When I was 15 my boss told me that if I was working for him when I turned 18 that I was fired. #IEedchat
  • ieedchat - Moderator Sep 18 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    Q1 is coming up. #IEedchat
  • MRoarkPMP Sep 18 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    A0)Michael Roark, Tech Leadership transitioning between districts. I aspire to be more like @sthorntonmusd=wise man, best advice #ieedchat
  • rguztec Sep 18 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    Robert Guzman Tech Coach @CMIPerris One of my mentors is my old Rugby Coach Bob Macnab #IEedchat
  • ieedchat - Moderator Sep 18 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    Q1: What are the benefits of peer mentoring? #IEedchat
  • MathButler Sep 18 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    A0: Jed Tech TOSA / math geek @HeritageHSPats @puhsd one mentor I hold in high regard: Dr Maria Zack https://t.co/NBoMhgN2VG #IEedchat
  • Chrisjlara24 Sep 18 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    A0: Chris Lara 8th grade history. Jason Nesmith taught me to never give up, never surrender #IEedchat
  • jswilliams Sep 18 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    A1: “To teach is to learn twice.” Students helping other students benefit both the learner and the peer tutor. #IEedchat
  • MathButler Sep 18 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    ...She always brought a sense of life balance and context to teaching and learning, and to try and look at things in diff ways. #IEedchat
    In reply to @HeritageHSPats, @puhsd
  • JSynnott1 Sep 18 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    A1: Peers can really understand where a S is coming from since they can directly relate in the present #ieedchat
  • rguztec Sep 18 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    A1:It allows for a learning and teaching moment at the same time, but it varies if you are the learner or if you are the teacher #IEedchat
  • MRoarkPMP Sep 18 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    A1)Many times like history, learn from others' mistakes. Plus sometimes other people are just more wise. LOL #ieedchat
  • Chrisjlara24 Sep 18 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    A1: 1 benefit is you're learning from someone who is or has recently been in your shoes. They truly know what you're going through #IEedchat
  • DeatraLee_Edu Sep 18 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    A1: Opportunity for students to learn from each other. Valuable resource, someone who has been through 'it'. Creates community. #IEedchat
  • MathButler Sep 18 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    I'd consider you and all other #mtbos/#iteachmath folk peers as well. Huge influence on my perspectives in edu and life #IEedchat
    In reply to @mathkaveli
  • Chad_Shaner Sep 18 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    A0: Chad SpEd Coordinator. I can count all my teachers as mentors #IEedchat
  • rguztec Sep 18 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    Interesting you say that since I actually always teach from the perspective of a failing student. This allows me to repeat myself #IEedchat
    In reply to @Chrisjlara24
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    A1 we learn from each other, thru convo, reflections, observations and knowing someone has had similar journey helps us #ieedchat
  • MathButler Sep 18 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    A1: Peer Mentor - this makes me think of shared goal and teamwork. I love being a part of a team working toward common goals. #IEedchat
  • ieedchat - Moderator Sep 18 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    Q1b: What are potential issues that could arise from peer mentoring? #IEedchat
  • Chad_Shaner Sep 18 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    A1: nothing magnifies learning more than when you are doing the teaching. Peer Mentors teach, thus they learn #IEedchat
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    Great point. We are all Ss and learn this way #ieedchat
    In reply to @jswilliams
  • rguztec Sep 18 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    A1B:Well kids being kids and making inappropriate comments or put downs to another Ss. But if we teach empathy we wont see that #IEedchat
  • jswilliams Sep 18 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    A1b: Teachers need to monitor and assess the peer tutors. Don't just select them and think it will run on autopilot. #IEedchat
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    Love that #ieedchat
    In reply to @MathButler, @HeritageHSPats, @puhsd
  • JSynnott1 Sep 18 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    A1b: If for some reason mentor and S got into an argument over something mentor could possibly have confidential info on S #ieedchat
  • MathButler Sep 18 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    A1b: Definition of Roles. Working w/ peers = time to build culture. It's uncomfortable, figuring who does what, and if it shifts. #IEedchat
  • DeatraLee_Edu Sep 18 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    A1b: Mentee or mentor is not committed. Purpose of the mentorship may not be clear. Mentor may not be qualified. #IEedchat
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    Yes Ss speak same language #ieedchat
    In reply to @JSynnott1
  • Chrisjlara24 Sep 18 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    A1b: crossing that line where helping and mentoring becomes just giving the answer could be an issue #IEedchat
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    Yes. I wonder if Ss pick up on those variations #ieedchat
    In reply to @rguztec
  • ieedchat - Moderator Sep 18 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    Q2 coming up. #IEedchat
  • MathButler Sep 18 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    This qualification issue is a tough one, I'd also challenge that sometimes it's needed in structure & other times out of place. #IEedchat
    In reply to @DeatraLee_Edu
  • Chad_Shaner Sep 18 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    A1b Mentors should be voluntary or you end up with Ss who are there for the wrong reason #ieedchat
  • MrVaudrey Sep 18 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    A0: #IEedchat Matt Vaudrey, Ed/Tech Coach from Southern California #Bonitians Kellie Medley, who showed how to show strength w/o yelling.
  • ieedchat - Moderator Sep 18 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    Q2: What criteria should be used to select peer mentors? #IEedchat
  • rguztec Sep 18 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    I don't think they realize it, maybe until they are older or if they are real mature. #IEedchat
    In reply to @mathkaveli
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    So pigging backing on this twitter and my #pln saved me, encouraged me, and empower me #ieedchat
  • MathButler Sep 18 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    roles help, especially at first...over time culture takes stronger hold and roles are more fluid. Like in any strong relationship. #IEedchat
    In reply to @DeatraLee_Edu
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A1b when peers have other issues and can't work past them #ieedchat
  • Chad_Shaner Sep 18 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A2 grades don't tell the whole story. Have mentors come w/ letters of rec from other teachers #IEedchat
  • MrVaudrey Sep 18 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    A1: #IEedchat Airica Yanez, my co-teacher for 2 years, grew my practice. Another adult in the class led me to reflect on my #SpEdchat Ss.
  • JSynnott1 Sep 18 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    A2: They should be kind and mature; "wise beyond their years" #ieedchat
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    Lol you mean even this takes work geez #teachingishard #ieedchat
    In reply to @jswilliams
  • rguztec Sep 18 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    A2:Ss that are kind, empathetic and patient. #IEedchat
  • MathButler Sep 18 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    Cheers to that. We need more humanity, in everything. #IEedchat
    In reply to @MrVaudrey
  • judykaylane Sep 18 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    A0: whoops, I'm late , hey all yes have had mentors, good ones, still do #IEedchat
  • DeatraLee_Edu Sep 18 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    A2: Criteria should be based on the purpose of the mentorship. Mentor should be open-minded and empathetic. #IEedchat
  • MrVaudrey Sep 18 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    A2: #ieedchat Willing to learn and listen. Umm.... I think that's it for me.
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    Oh yeah. This is good stuff #ieedchat
    • DeatraLee_Edu Sep 18 @ 10:41 PM EDT
      A1b: Mentee or mentor is not committed. Purpose of the mentorship may not be clear. Mentor may not be qualified. #IEedchat
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    Oh that's a good reason #ieedchat
    In reply to @MrVaudrey
  • Chrisjlara24 Sep 18 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    A2: personality is key. Grades aren't everything #IEedchat
  • MathButler Sep 18 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    A2: Similar to what I said earlier commitment to shared goals #IEedchat
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    A2 nose goes? 1..2..3...not it? Am I getting close #ieedchat
  • MathButler Sep 18 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    say more on this - example vs non-example of personality making it good or bad #IEedchat
    In reply to @Chrisjlara24
  • judykaylane Sep 18 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    A1: peer mentoring: like the sharing, reflection, encouragement #IEedchat
  • jswilliams Sep 18 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    A2: Don't be rigid in selecting peer tutors. You might notice leadership in students who don't yet recognize this in themselves. #IEedchat
  • ieedchat - Moderator Sep 18 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    Q2b: What type of training should a peer mentor receive? #IEedchat
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    Was in #sped class today, man I love those kiddos they are so amazing #ieedchat
    In reply to @MrVaudrey
  • MRoarkPMP Sep 18 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    Do you see a lot of those students? I know they exist....somewhere on campus #ieedchat
    In reply to @JSynnott1
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    #ieedchat
    In reply to @MathButler, @MrVaudrey
  • judykaylane Sep 18 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    A1: like seeing Ss mentor other Ss too, organized or not, happens everyday when all is going well #IEedchat
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    I'd just add they also give out chocolate #ieedchat
    In reply to @MrVaudrey
  • rguztec Sep 18 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    A2B:A peer mentor should see you as a teacher in action helping other T's and not judging them. Model the behavior you want to see #IEedchat
  • DeatraLee_Edu Sep 18 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    A2b: Mentor should be trained on ways to build relationships, communication strategies and time management. #IEedchat
  • ieedchat - Moderator Sep 18 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    Q3 is on the way. #IEedchat
  • JSynnott1 Sep 18 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    A2b: Empathy training and active listening skills training #IEedchat
  • MrVaudrey Sep 18 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    A2: #ieedchat I was a #CTIP mentor for two years, received a lot of training, some of it was helpful... but +
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    Is similarly a result of Qs being closely related or your core values connecting this way? #ieedchat
    In reply to @MathButler
  • ieedchat - Moderator Sep 18 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    Q3: Please share an effective peer mentor program. What makes it effective? #IEedchat
  • MrVaudrey Sep 18 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    +@JHubbs528 said the most meaningful part wasn't demo lessons but our conversations about teaching. and I agree. #IEedchat
    In reply to @JHubbs528
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    A2b. If adults then cognitive coaching is the best, if Ss then capturing kids hearts is the best #ieedchat
  • Chrisjlara24 Sep 18 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    A2b: communication strategies, relationship building, empathy training #IEedchat
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    All get these #ieedchat
  • JSynnott1 Sep 18 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    A3: The W.E.B. and Link programs by The Boomerang Company is pretty solid. Effective because mentors are well trained #ieedchat
  • Chad_Shaner Sep 18 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    A3 I've seen some good Link Crew programs in our district. Passionate teachers pass it on to their mentors #IEedchat
  • MathButler Sep 18 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    A2b: Listening, start w/ turn taking structure. Learn how to talk about a thing, & not just to eachother. https://t.co/6a3lXiQmVe #IEedchat
  • jswilliams Sep 18 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    A3: The tech peer tutors at our Scholar Bars are emerging model programs. Lots of promise and opportunity there. #Scholarplus. #IEedchat
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    A3 haha I was too early. Adults get cognitive coaching Ss get ckh #ieedchat
  • rguztec Sep 18 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    A3:I have seem effective AVID peer tutoring, but it requires good teaching to create the environment and keep it successful #IEedchat
  • judykaylane Sep 18 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    A3: think Link Crew, PLUS and Peer Tech Tutors are pretty cool at our school #HeritageHSpats #IEedchat
  • DeatraLee_Edu Sep 18 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    A3: Interested to see WEB at PMS. Link Crew at PHS already had a rally. Programs create campus culture & comfortable environment. #IEedchat
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    It's that connection that makes it #ieedchat
    In reply to @MrVaudrey, @JHubbs528
  • Chrisjlara24 Sep 18 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    Example: having a helpful personality, empathetic, desire to help others. Non example: selfish, doing it for the wrong reasons. #IEedchat
    In reply to @MathButler
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    Avid is good stuff too #ieedchat
    In reply to @rguztec
  • MathButler Sep 18 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    A3: I agree with @judykaylane, all good examples of S peer mentor structure. Would be neat to have more formal program for Ts too. #IEedchat
  • ieedchat - Moderator Sep 18 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    Q3b: What issues on your campus could be addressed through peer mentoring? #IEedchat
  • Chrisjlara24 Sep 18 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    A3: from a personal standpoint in his being involved in marching band. Everyone was there to help each other grow #IEedchat
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    Cognitive coaching is that exact thing #ieedchat
    In reply to @MathButler, @judykaylane
  • MathButler Sep 18 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    A3b: -restorative justice -groups organized by @HHS_ERMHS -digital relationships / digital citizenship #IEedchat
  • MrVaudrey Sep 18 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    A3: #ieedchat The math department at @lhmsroar is starting Learning Walks (borrowed model from @MrZiebarth). First time! Let's see!
  • JSynnott1 Sep 18 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    A3b: Would help quell some of the tensions that happen between students if more voices spoke from a positive perspective #ieedchat
  • DeatraLee_Edu Sep 18 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    A3b: Interested in student ideas to tackle tardy issues, meet grad requirements & help each other find problems to solve. #IEedchat
  • ieedchat - Moderator Sep 18 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    Any final thoughts on Peer Mentoring? #IEedchat
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    A3b math anxiety, bullying, social emotional concerns etc #ieedchat
  • judykaylane Sep 18 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    can't avoid #digcit #bepositive #IEedchat
  • Chrisjlara24 Sep 18 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    A3b: couldn't agree more with @DeatraLee_Edu. I'd also include bullying #IEedchat
    • DeatraLee_Edu Sep 18 @ 10:57 PM EDT
      A3b: Interested in student ideas to tackle tardy issues, meet grad requirements & help each other find problems to solve. #IEedchat
  • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    I do love cycles #ieedchat
    In reply to @MrVaudrey, @lhmsroar, @MrZiebarth
  • rguztec Sep 18 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    A3B: Our Peer Tech Tutors help other students with tech issues they are dealing with. Tech Tutors are our eyes and ears on campus #IEedchat
  • jswilliams Sep 18 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    Final thoughts on #ieedchat: Be the mentor you wish you had.
  • judykaylane Sep 18 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    will be researching that thanks #IEedchat
    • mathkaveli Sep 18 @ 10:55 PM EDT
      Cognitive coaching is that exact thing #ieedchat
      In reply to @MathButler, @judykaylane
  • MathButler Sep 18 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    MATH ANXIETY !!!!!! yes we need some calming partner peer teamwork there. #IEedchat
    In reply to @mathkaveli
  • ieedchat - Moderator Sep 18 @ 11:00 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining #IEedchat. Next week our topic is Digital Citizenship.