#P21Exemplar Archive
A professional learning community of P21 Exemplar Schools
Wednesday March 22, 2017
8:00 PM EDT
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Hey everyone. I'm David Ross, CEO of
@p21
learning. Former 6th grade (6 years) and 11th grade teacher (4 years)
#p21exemplar
P21Learning
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Thanks for joining the
#P21Exemplar
Chat! Please take a moment to introduce yourself.
hmgwalker
Mar 22 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Excited to share and learn during the
#P21Exemplar
chat. I am teacher at
#FeasterCharter
.
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Glad to see you join us. I loved my visit to
#FeasterCharter
#p21Exemplar
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Jeff Heyck-Williams, Director of Curriculum and Instruction from
#P21Exemplar
school
@TwoRiversPCS
in Washington, DC here. Ready to chat.
In reply to @TwoRiversPCS
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Jeff, glad to see you online. Thanks for helping us out with
#skillsfortoday
campaign Learn more here:
https://t.co/wZuLC7Ls1N
#p21Exemplar
klockette
Mar 22 @ 8:04 PM EDT
#P21Exemplar
glad to participate
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:04 PM EDT
@klockette
can you let us know which school you're from?
#p21exemplar
In reply to @klockette
coreymohn
Mar 22 @ 8:05 PM EDT
Corey Mohn, Executive Director of blue Valley CAPS. Excited to be part of the exemplar Twitter chat!
#P21Exemplar
https://t.co/stsL8AJmHW
P21Learning
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:05 PM EDT
Q1: Which of the 4Cs is most important to your school, district, or early learning center?
#P21Exemplar
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:05 PM EDT
Q1: We have a 4Cs research series that you can download for free
https://t.co/IUZhEvsE5H
#p21exemplar
@p21learning
In reply to @P21Learning
klockette
Mar 22 @ 8:05 PM EDT
#P21Exemplar
from
@Avonworthschool
In reply to @Avonworthschool
hmgwalker
Mar 22 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Thank you,
@DavidPBLRoss
we have enjoyed the partnership with
#P21Exemplar
schools.
In reply to @DavidPBLRoss
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Would love to hear if there is one of the 4Cs in particular that your schools are strong at or focus on
#p21exemplar
GlobalReady
Mar 22 @ 8:07 PM EDT
A1.
#SDG6
is a key to many other SDGs. Taking action on SDGs are
#SkillsforToday
#p21exemplar
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:07 PM EDT
A1: We embrace all 4 C's as we talk about broader outcomes for all students
@TwoRiversPCS
#P21Exemplar
https://t.co/pggWM57nGL
In reply to @TwoRiversPCS
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:08 PM EDT
For folks who don't know, SDGs refers to UN Sustainability Goals
https://t.co/dGrA4gknQk
#p21exemplar
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:09 PM EDT
Don't forget we are generating resource list out of this chat so please link to resources from your schools
#p21exemplar
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:09 PM EDT
A1: We call out collaboration & communication as essential interpersonal skills
@TwoRiversPCS
#P21Exemplar
https://t.co/S43pJEBvFS
In reply to @TwoRiversPCS
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:10 PM EDT
A1: We have a special focus on critical thinking & problem solving skills
@TwoRiversPCS
#P21Exemplar
https://t.co/w1Knon4GW8
In reply to @TwoRiversPCS
coreymohn
Mar 22 @ 8:10 PM EDT
Collaboration is absolutely critical. We use a network model to connect and partner
https://t.co/N6NYEUwPv7
#P21Exemplar
hmgwalker
Mar 22 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1: 4 C's have been an area of focus.
#FeasterCharter
sees that through innovative thinking, the students are embodying all 4.
#P21Exemplar
In reply to @DavidPBLRoss
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:11 PM EDT
@coreymohn
Would love to learn more about network model - sounds like a blog
#P21Exemplar
In reply to @coreymohn
funkdaddytweet
Mar 22 @ 8:11 PM EDT
Hey, everyone! Bobby Garcia, Proud Principal of
@ManorNewTech
, reporting in!
#p21exemplar
In reply to @ManorNewTech
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:12 PM EDT
@funkdaddytweet
Bobby, thanks for joining us I am old friend of Steve Zipkes
#p21exemplar
In reply to @funkdaddytweet
coreymohn
Mar 22 @ 8:12 PM EDT
Sign me up
#P21Exemplar
In reply to @DavidPBLRoss
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:13 PM EDT
Q2: What are some strategies and resources for TEACHING the 4Cs?
#p21exemplar
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:14 PM EDT
Q2: This is our new 4Cs Workshop site - tons of free resources
https://t.co/6UPDGyIoGj
#p21exemplar
@p21learning
In reply to @P21Learning
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:14 PM EDT
A1: Learn Better Together: Collaboration at the Heart of Learning
#P21Exemplar
@TwoRiversPCS
https://t.co/EBrpPBzfre
In reply to @TwoRiversPCS
P21Learning
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:15 PM EDT
Q2: What are some strategies and resources for teaching the 4Cs?
#P21Exemplar
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:15 PM EDT
Q2: We’ve put all our material, reports, research on a new Pinterest board resources
https://t.co/kWkgrvaGNr
#p21exemplar
@p21learning
In reply to @P21Learning
GlobalReady
Mar 22 @ 8:15 PM EDT
A2. Since its
#WorldWaterDay
... I love when a
#P21Exemplar
puts 4C's into action to address global challenges. Check out
@TeachSDGs
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:13 PM EDT
Q2: What are some strategies and resources for TEACHING the 4Cs?
#p21exemplar
funkdaddytweet
Mar 22 @ 8:15 PM EDT
A1) Is it possible to pick just one? We use
@newtechnetwork
5 SWLOs: Agency, Collab, Knowledge & Thinking, Oral Comm, Writ Comm
#p21exemplar
In reply to @newtechnetwork
klockette
Mar 22 @ 8:16 PM EDT
We use PBL and integrate design thinking and arts integration
#p21exemplar
#PBLstufioA
hmgwalker
Mar 22 @ 8:16 PM EDT
A2: starting w speaking and listening standards address the 4 purposes of collab from the P21 Framework early on
#P21Exemplar
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:16 PM EDT
A2: We teach through
#LearningExpeditions
@TwoRiversPCS
@ELeducation
which address all 4Cs
#P21Exemplar
https://t.co/D0uHTKbABD
In reply to @TwoRiversPCS, @ELeducation
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:17 PM EDT
Love this
@biepbl
blog: Leading with the 4 C’s to Build the 5th C: Culture
https://t.co/UMumOfGZW8
#p21Exemplar
In reply to @BIEpbl
coreymohn
Mar 22 @ 8:18 PM EDT
We take PBL and put on steroids by making every project authentic. Students act as business consultants and deliver actual ROI
#P21Exemplar
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A2: Arts integration is essential to creativity & critical thinking
@TwoRiversPCS
#P21Exemplar
https://t.co/Byo36tZu5r
In reply to @TwoRiversPCS
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:18 PM EDT
I see a new hashtag
#pblonsteroids
#p21exemplar
hmgwalker
Mar 22 @ 8:18 PM EDT
@coreymohn
Authenticity is key for student success and more relevant to their world
#P21Exemplar
In reply to @coreymohn, @coreymohn
funkdaddytweet
Mar 22 @ 8:19 PM EDT
We use PBL, but learning and growing requires trust & respect, so we also rely heavily on Culture, which I would call
#The5thC
#p21exemplar
coreymohn
Mar 22 @ 8:20 PM EDT
We had almost 200 authentic businsss projects this school year alone. "When will I ever use this?" NOW! :)
#P21Exemplar
#capsnet
hmgwalker
Mar 22 @ 8:18 PM EDT
@coreymohn
Authenticity is key for student success and more relevant to their world
#P21Exemplar
In reply to @coreymohn, @coreymohn
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:21 PM EDT
A2: Critique Protocol: Helping Students Produce High-Quality Work
@TwoRiversPCS
#P21Exemplar
https://t.co/LFythIxJeM
In reply to @TwoRiversPCS
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:21 PM EDT
My pal Sam Seidel wrote: Authenticity to Self: Engaging Students’ Identities in Project Based Learning
https://t.co/5TNqMCemL0
#p21exemplar
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:22 PM EDT
And another one:
#The5thC
- write a blog for us on that
#p21exemplar
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:23 PM EDT
Q3: What are some strategies for ASSESSING the 4Cs?
#p21exemplar
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:23 PM EDT
Q3: Our new 4Cs Workshop site provides assessment tips and rubrics
https://t.co/6UPDGyIoGj
#p21exemplar
@p21learning
In reply to @P21Learning
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A2: Here is the piece on
#LearningExpeditions
@TwoRiversPCS
from
@edutopia
#P21Exemplar
https://t.co/MsWi9eT7OS
In reply to @TwoRiversPCS, @edutopia
P21Learning
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:25 PM EDT
Q3: What are some strategies and resources for assessing the 4Cs?
#P21Exemplar
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:25 PM EDT
A colleague of mine wrote this for
@edutopia
Assessing the 4 C's in World Languages?
https://t.co/2G7ASgs7Np
#p21exemplar
In reply to @edutopia
coreymohn
Mar 22 @ 8:25 PM EDT
Have community partners evaluate project performance & student professional skills. Teachers give performance reviews vs tests
#P21Exemplar
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:23 PM EDT
Q3: What are some strategies for ASSESSING the 4Cs?
#p21exemplar
funkdaddytweet
Mar 22 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A3) Connecting students to how 4 Cs will be used/assessed in the workplace is critical. Authenticity is crucial.
#p21exemplar
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:27 PM EDT
A3:
@TwoRiversPCS
building tasks to assess transfer of critical thinking skills
#P21Exemplar
https://t.co/Lxk3nESiN8
#edtech
via
@EdSurge
In reply to @TwoRiversPCS, @EdSurge
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:27 PM EDT
From our
@P21Learning
blog - Partnerships for My
#pbl
Classroom: More Than a Test
https://t.co/GsHZJMb9gB
#p21exemplar
In reply to @P21Learning
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:28 PM EDT
@funkdaddytweet
Couldn't agree more - we hear that from our business partners all the time
#P21Exemplar
In reply to @funkdaddytweet, @funkdaddytweet
funkdaddytweet
Mar 22 @ 8:28 PM EDT
I admit my authenticity biases as a former Engineering, Digital Art & Animation and Theatre Arts teacher...
#P21Exemplar
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:28 PM EDT
A3: Students create digital portfolios & lead student-led conferences
@TwoRiversPCS
#P21Exemplar
https://t.co/DE76swTppN
In reply to @TwoRiversPCS
hmgwalker
Mar 22 @ 8:29 PM EDT
A3: Bringing in stakeholders & community to reflect & give feedback on PBL projects is authentic and purposeful.
@P21Learning
#P21Exemplar
In reply to @P21Learning, @P21Learning
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:30 PM EDT
This is work with
@Stanford_SCALE
through
@NextGenLC
&
@ALPinsights
#P21Exemplar
#RethinkAssessment
In reply to @TwoRiversPCS, @EdSurge, @Stanford_SCALE, @NextGenLC, @ALPinsights
funkdaddytweet
Mar 22 @ 8:30 PM EDT
A3) I would also argue for a balance between predictability and unexpected challenges in assessment difficulty & types.
#P21Exemplar
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Q4: What types of evidence do you collect around student mastery of the 4Cs?
#p21exemplar
coreymohn
Mar 22 @ 8:31 PM EDT
Infuse your building w/professionals & talk to these young professionals. That will tell you most of what you need to know.
#P21Exemplar
P21Learning
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:25 PM EDT
Q3: What are some strategies and resources for assessing the 4Cs?
#P21Exemplar
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:31 PM EDT
Q4: This case study shows how Catalina Foothill assesses the 4Cs - good rubrics
https://t.co/gaWHJFt9tR
#p21exemplar
@p21learning
In reply to @P21Learning
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:31 PM EDT
Q4: This case study shows how AIM Academy assesses the 4Cs
https://t.co/xOKqTMc0hd
#p21exemplar
@p21learning
In reply to @P21Learning
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:34 PM EDT
A4:
@TwoRiversPCS
we use rubrics that link instruction to assessment
#P21Exemplar
https://t.co/bUT4CSdSpW
In reply to @TwoRiversPCS
hmgwalker
Mar 22 @ 8:35 PM EDT
A4: Evidence is shown in the students' ability to reason and analyze complex problems.
@DavidPBLRoss
#P21Exemplar
In reply to @DavidPBLRoss, @DavidPBLRoss
P21Learning
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:35 PM EDT
Q4: What types of evidence do you collect around student mastery of the 4Cs?
#P21Exemplar
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:36 PM EDT
The Case for Performance-Based Assessment of Critical-Thinking Skills
https://t.co/9KZgSntPvV
#p21exemplar
coreymohn
Mar 22 @ 8:37 PM EDT
Our students need to master process and mindset. Use process skills Google and Siri for content.
#P21Exemplar
#NotSarcasm
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Q4: What types of evidence do you collect around student mastery of the 4Cs?
#p21exemplar
funkdaddytweet
Mar 22 @ 8:37 PM EDT
A4) Tangibles matter, but I also prefer memories & conversations to build relationships focused on student work & interests
#p21exemplar
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:38 PM EDT
A4:
@ELeducation
collects high quality work in their Models of Excellence
#P21Exemplar
https://t.co/T4SoZvk1kV
In reply to @ELeducation
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:39 PM EDT
I've always liked this student work review protocol
https://t.co/pF0kYmJ5pT
#p21exemplar
coreymohn
Mar 22 @ 8:39 PM EDT
Yes! Passion and purpose will drive content mastery every time, and students will remember it!
#P21Exemplar
funkdaddytweet
Mar 22 @ 8:37 PM EDT
A4) Tangibles matter, but I also prefer memories & conversations to build relationships focused on student work & interests
#p21exemplar
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:40 PM EDT
Q5: How do we use technology to develop students' mastery of the 4Cs?
#p21exemplar
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:40 PM EDT
Q5: We like this piece: Using Tech to Develop Students’ Critical Thinking Skills
https://t.co/tywoYEhASV
#p21exemplar
@p21learning
In reply to @P21Learning
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:40 PM EDT
A4: These models constitute the best evidence of the 4Cs in action
@ELeducation
#P21Exemplar
In reply to @ELeducation
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:40 PM EDT
Q5:
@ASCD
has a good book on using tech to teach the 4Cs
https://t.co/vtI8FfY4ZG
#p21exemplar
@p21learning
In reply to @ASCD, @P21Learning
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:42 PM EDT
A5: We use Google docs for collaborative creation and curation of student work
@TwoRiversPCS
#P21Exemplar
In reply to @TwoRiversPCS
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:43 PM EDT
And another blog idea ...
#p21exemplar
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A5: By sharing work virtually students can collaborate any time & any where on projects
#P21Exemplar
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A5: Each section of our 4Cs Workshop site lists tech tools to do just this
https://t.co/6UPDGyIoGj
#p21exemplar
@p21learning
In reply to @P21Learning
coreymohn
Mar 22 @ 8:44 PM EDT
Let students use their phones, access anything, work their way. They should own entire project & manage clients
#P21Exemplar
#NoFilters
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:40 PM EDT
Q5: How do we use technology to develop students' mastery of the 4Cs?
#p21exemplar
P21Learning
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:45 PM EDT
Q5: How do you use technology to develop student mastery of the 4Cs?
#P21Exemplar
hmgwalker
Mar 22 @ 8:45 PM EDT
A5:Bring a purpose to 4c's by allowing Ss to be part of learnr-centric environmt that allows for purposeful tech
@DavidPBLRoss
#P21Exemplar
In reply to @DavidPBLRoss, @DavidPBLRoss
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:46 PM EDT
A5: Smartphone Addicts: A Project-Based Learning Activity
https://t.co/P3f1GlqP6F
#p21exemplar
#pblchat
@TESOL_Assn
In reply to @TESOL_Assn
coreymohn
Mar 22 @ 8:47 PM EDT
.
@basecamp
- allows students to communicate w/biz clients in a format that is authentic. Allows teachers to release control.
#p21exemplar
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:42 PM EDT
A5: We use Google docs for collaborative creation and curation of student work
@TwoRiversPCS
#P21Exemplar
In reply to @TwoRiversPCS
hmgwalker
Mar 22 @ 8:48 PM EDT
Q5: Too often, tech is used to sub, instead of enhancing the lrning exp. w dev proj and making global connections
@P21Learning
#P21Exemplar
In reply to @P21Learning, @P21Learning
funkdaddytweet
Mar 22 @ 8:49 PM EDT
A5) Tech can be used for active exploration, authoring tools, feedback, progress monitoring...possibilities are endless!
#P21Exemplar
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:50 PM EDT
A5: While we're on this, it's hard not to talk about SAMR model
https://t.co/oByqoAx77q
#p21exemplar
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:51 PM EDT
Absolutely! Tech is a tool to enhance learning, not replace good instruction.
#P21Exemplar
In reply to @hmgwalker, @P21Learning
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:51 PM EDT
We are heading to the top of the hour so we need to crowdsource topics of our next
#p21exemplar
twitter chat
funkdaddytweet
Mar 22 @ 8:51 PM EDT
A5) YES! We must ask "What does this empower students to accomplish that they couldn't do otherwise?"
#P21Exemplar
In reply to @hmgwalker, @P21Learning
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:52 PM EDT
Q6: Our next Exemplar chat is April 19 at 8 p.m. EDT/7 p.m. CDT/6 p.m. MDT/5 p.m. PDT What do you want to talk about?
#p21exemplar
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:53 PM EDT
I would love to see separate chats going deep on each of the 4C's
#P21Exemplar
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:53 PM EDT
Don't forget that we are going to create a transcript and collection via
@participate
of all resources from this chat
#p21exemplar
In reply to @participate
P21Learning
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:55 PM EDT
Q6: What topic(s) would you like to explore on our next Twitter chat?
#P21Exemplar
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:55 PM EDT
A6: I would love to see separate chats that explore instruction and assessment separately
#P21Exemplar
funkdaddytweet
Mar 22 @ 8:56 PM EDT
A6) What struggles do we face in empowering students with the 4 Cs in our different learning environments?
#p21exemplar
funkdaddytweet
Mar 22 @ 8:57 PM EDT
A6) How do we support teachers in developing an understanding of teaching and learning the 4 Cs?
#p21exemplar
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 8:57 PM EDT
Thanks to everyone for their thoughts and ideas during
@p21learning
first chat
#p21exemplar
In reply to @P21Learning
hmgwalker
Mar 22 @ 8:57 PM EDT
More strategies to challenge woking towards innovative thinking with technology.
https://t.co/JaQtgKodEp
@P21Learning
#P21Exemplar
In reply to @P21Learning, @P21Learning
funkdaddytweet
Mar 22 @ 8:58 PM EDT
A6) How can we teach the 4 Cs to our communities and parents to help them better engage with our school?
#p21exemplar
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 8:59 PM EDT
A6: Really curious about how others are thinking about creativity. What does it look like? How is it assessed?
#P21Exemplar
hmgwalker
Mar 22 @ 9:00 PM EDT
@P21Learning
Strategies to challenge woking towards innovative thinking with technology.
https://t.co/BlIpu2APSz
@P21Learning
#P21Exemplar
In reply to @P21Learning, @P21Learning, @P21Learning
DavidPBLRoss
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 9:01 PM EDT
We have topics for our next 6 chats - thanks! Good night all
#p21exemplar
hmgwalker
Mar 22 @ 9:01 PM EDT
@DavidPBLRoss
Thank you for organizing this, David!
#P21Exemplar
In reply to @DavidPBLRoss, @DavidPBLRoss
jheyckwilliams
Mar 22 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Thanks to everyone for a thought provoking chat. I look forward to exploring what others shared more deeply.
#P21Exemplar
P21Learning
- Moderator
Mar 22 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Thanks for joining the
#P21Exemplar
twitter chat! Be sure to join us again on April 19th!