#sschat Archive

#sschat is a network of educators, resources, and ideas that started on Twitter, but has expanded to Facebook, an annual NCSS unconference, and more. Join us to chat asynchronously on Twitter or Facebook, or chat with us live on Mondays from 7-8pm EST.
Monday October 2, 2017
7:00 PM EDT
  • REEdelstein Oct 2 @ 7:00 PM EDT
    Hi! I'm a student teacher participating in a #sschat for the first time. I'm hoping someone can share some resources and teaching strategies concerning ELLs with me, particularly ones for high school World History I students with very little to no English mastery.
  • RemarkableChat Oct 2 @ 7:00 PM EDT
    .@glennw98 talks #CivicEngagement on this episode of the #HistoryTech podcast. #sschat #edchat https://t.co/kQugnHtqz1
  • participatechat Oct 2 @ 7:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #sschat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/73iQwRcttl
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #sschat! Please introduce yourself! Answer Q1/A1, etc. & use #sschat! Chat Qs here: https://t.co/4KWLT3s6yQ
  • GatorCitizen Oct 2 @ 7:01 PM EDT
    Intro: Emma here from @iCivics! Just gave a fun presentation to FL 7th graders on the topic of Freedom last week #sschat
  • classroomtools Oct 2 @ 7:01 PM EDT
    You are definitely in the right spot. Stay tuned for the next hour, and welcome to #sschat
    In reply to @REEdelstein
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:01 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining us tonight! You're in the right place! So glad to have you here. #sschat
    • REEdelstein Oct 2 @ 7:00 PM EDT
      Hi! I'm a student teacher participating in a #sschat for the first time. I'm hoping someone can share some resources and teaching strategies concerning ELLs with me, particularly ones for high school World History I students with very little to no English mastery.
  • flipping_A_tchr Oct 2 @ 7:01 PM EDT
    Andrew, #sschat co-moderator, gr.8 in Massachusetts -- introducing GW's miserable 1754 failure that started a world war tomorrow! Good times
  • classroomtools Oct 2 @ 7:01 PM EDT
    Hi #sschat, this is Bill Chapman, a retired secondary social studies teacher, checking in from Berkeley, CA.
  • MomOfAllCapes Oct 2 @ 7:02 PM EDT
    Woo hoo! I'm joining from @icivics! So glad to spread the #ELL ❤️ across #sschat!
  • GeorgeHistory Oct 2 @ 7:02 PM EDT
    Tyler from MI, checking in from between college midterms. APUSH, APHG, APWH and Social Studies Methods. #sschat
  • mrsbyarshistory Oct 2 @ 7:02 PM EDT
    Kathryn Byars, World History & WHAP teacher in CA. Right now its French Revolution & the Silk Road in my classes. #sschat
    In reply to @icivics
  • MsHolmesTeach Oct 2 @ 7:03 PM EDT
    Hi! Mary-Owen in TN! #7thgrade World History/#sschat co-mod currently living my best life on fall break! Coffee, books, & porch time.
  • classroomtools Oct 2 @ 7:03 PM EDT
    Have you read @WilliamHogeland's new book, The Autumn of the Black Snake? https://t.co/Nlkw51rrxe #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr, @WilliamHogeland
  • BAKetcham2009 Oct 2 @ 7:03 PM EDT
    Bruce 8th grade from NC #sschat
  • samwineburg Oct 2 @ 7:03 PM EDT
    Thanks to @DTWillingham for the shout out #sschat @SHEG_Stanford
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:03 PM EDT
    Glad to see you here! Thanks for joining the chat! Although, we couldn't think of any place else you'd be. #sschat
    In reply to @GatorCitizen
  • madisonteacher Oct 2 @ 7:03 PM EDT
    Intro: Joe from Maine. Civics lovers and social studies educator. Hitting the heart of curriculum review season! Also love @icivics #sschat
  • KristenChapron Oct 2 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    Kristen from @icivics! I've been working on the ELL modifications to Do I Have A Right? Looking forward to the chat! #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Oct 2 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    I started it, then got roped in to other reading expectations ... it's in the proverbial pile! #sschat
    In reply to @classroomtools, @WilliamHogeland
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining #sschat! (Great topics)
    In reply to @mrsbyarshistory
  • forginghistory Oct 2 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    #sschat, Hello Taylor Hamblin here from South Dakota. Working on year long PBL projects for National History Day and covering colonies
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Oct 2 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    Chris from Bloomington, IN. Teach world history for private online HS affiliated w/ Indiana Univ. Also one of the #sschat co-leaders. :)
  • MrsWreggs Oct 2 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    Kymberli Wregglesworth Onaway, MI. Talking about civic engagement in HS and political participation at comm. college level #sschat
  • BusbinsClassAHS Oct 2 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    Blake from Auburn-really excited about tonight's topic as I can learn a lot from it #sschat
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    Always great to have #iCivicsEdNet in the house! If you want to be like Joe, please apply to our network: https://t.co/k8KQSxts7C #sschat
    In reply to @madisonteacher
  • theASIDEblog Oct 2 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    A1 It's been a current events fall; students are craving answers to try to understand things from Charlottesville to mass shootings. #sschat
  • historycomics Oct 2 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    Evening - I teach HS social studies through comics - right now we are on French Rev, but having important current event talks too #sschat
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    Always a pleasure to have you at the #sschat we host! Thanks for joining us tonight!
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • MrsRicklis Oct 2 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    HI #sschat Brittany from NJ, 8th & 6th grades, ancient civ & Civil War/Reconstuction at the moment
  • traceyzaval Oct 2 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    Tracey Zaval, 8th grade civics, VA. Reading Nothing but the Truth by Avi as precursor to elections unit and how to eval info #sschat
    In reply to @icivics
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining the discussion tonight! Tell us more about your project! #sschat
    In reply to @forginghistory
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    Yay! More #iCivicsEdNet in the house! Thanks for joining us tonight! #sschat
    In reply to @MrsWreggs
  • REEdelstein Oct 2 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    Hello everyone! I'm a student at W&M School of Education, currently student teaching high schoolers in World History I, IB Geography, and AP Gov classes. We've covered the agricultural revolution, women's rights around the world, and the formation of the Constitution. #sschat
  • LuvTching Oct 2 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    Hello #sschat I’m Frances 6th grade Social Studies Teacher in Prosper!
  • MomOfAllCapes Oct 2 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    I'm moderating #sschat tonight from @iCivics! Join the discussion around supporting #ELL students with online tools!!! Q1. coming up!
  • historycomics Oct 2 @ 7:09 PM EDT
    Us too! One for each table - it gets loud! I then ask them to defend to my boss why we are playing it when finished. #sschat
    In reply to @teach_4_food
  • GatorCitizen Oct 2 @ 7:09 PM EDT
    Nicely done, @DTWillingham! I don't start citing @samwineburg until 20 past the hour. Hold on to your hats! #sschat
    In reply to @samwineburg, @DTWillingham, @SHEG_Stanford, @DTWillingham, @samwineburg
  • GeoJo22 Oct 2 @ 7:09 PM EDT
    Joanne from Missouri. 7th grade world history and 11th grade modern global issues. #sschat
  • MatthewFarber Oct 2 @ 7:09 PM EDT
    Developing Socially Engaged Youth Through Game Design | by @mmmooshme https://t.co/vVgrlyVPha via @dmlresearchhub #sschat
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:09 PM EDT
    Hey everyone, tag a teacher friend who needs to be here tonight! #sschat
  • AssignmentHelpN Oct 2 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms https://t.co/N8NF3byMeG #kyadmin #sschat #DubChat
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    Q1. is live in the chat! What are some pedagogical misconceptions about English Language Learners (ELLs)? #sschat
  • GatorCitizen Oct 2 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    I should add: I don't hold the holy grail for reaching ELLs in the SS classroom, but the fact that you're here speaks volumes! #sschat
    In reply to @REEdelstein
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining us tonight! #sschat
    In reply to @GeoJo22
  • mswilcox Oct 2 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    Intro: I teach 7th grade middle ages and early modern times! We’re just about to start our Medieval Europe unit - one of my favs! #sschat
  • madisonteacher Oct 2 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    You always know how to make a guy feel special! @icivics #sschat #icivicsednet
    In reply to @icivics, @icivics
  • flipping_A_tchr Oct 2 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    A1 "They're basically like the special ed kids. Just give them the same accommodations" #sschat #eyeroll
  • GatorCitizen Oct 2 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    A1: Folks conflate language skills with intelligence. Like, no one expected Einstein to write about quantum mechanics in Mandarin #sschat
  • MomOfAllCapes Oct 2 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    #sschat Q1 is live! Let's get started!
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:10 PM EDT
      Q1. is live in the chat! What are some pedagogical misconceptions about English Language Learners (ELLs)? #sschat
  • classroomtools Oct 2 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    Do you look at woodcuts? https://t.co/uYTz6Him6R #sschat
    In reply to @mswilcox
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    Thank you for joining us tonight! Q1 just launched! #sschat
    In reply to @mswilcox
  • MrsWreggs Oct 2 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    A1: that ELLs are learning disabled and/or need special education #sschat
  • LSkae Oct 2 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    Leticia here. ELA Nashville- Hello everyone! First time to participate in #sschat Can't wait to learn from y'all!
  • forginghistory Oct 2 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    #sschat A1-That they are unable to do complicated tasks. Big projects are good for ELLs, gives them a chance to learn how the language works
  • mrsbyarshistory Oct 2 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    This one drives me crazy. #sschat
    In reply to @MrsWreggs
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    Unfortunately you're correct, which is NOT the case. #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • cupcake_savant Oct 2 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    #sschat why history teachers matter #historyteacherchat #whystudyhistory
    • MarkHarrisNYC Oct 1 @ 3:18 PM EDT
      Hardest cases to make on Twitter: 1) Things have many causes 2) Something is flawed but worthwhile 3) Basically good people are imperfect
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Oct 2 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    A1) That they can't learn as much/as quickly as native English speakers. #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Oct 2 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    Misconception - "They just can't do it. They can't keep up." (Spoiler: Yes they can! #allmeansall, y'all.) #sschat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:10 PM EDT
      Q1. is live in the chat! What are some pedagogical misconceptions about English Language Learners (ELLs)? #sschat
  • PeledgeJay Oct 2 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    Jay from @Hanscom_AFB MS in MA. Gr. 7 learning early hominins; gr. 8 examining Rev. War with highlights on our "Battle Rd" backyard #sschat
  • BAKetcham2009 Oct 2 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    A1: " they aren't bright" #sschat
  • PeledgeJay Oct 2 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    Must also admit my bias to this chat as I'm also a proud #iCivicsEdNet member. If you aren't one, you ain't livin! #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Oct 2 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    Now it's a twitter chat! Everyone welcome ELA/teacher leader/rockstar, Leticia! #sschat
    In reply to @LSkae
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    PD for all! #sschat
    In reply to @MrsWreggs
  • BusbinsClassAHS Oct 2 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    A1) belief they are disinterested or "lazy" as a reason to not provide effective interventions #sschat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:10 PM EDT
      Q1. is live in the chat! What are some pedagogical misconceptions about English Language Learners (ELLs)? #sschat
  • REEdelstein Oct 2 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    For the most part, translated content has not played a role in my classroom, as natural English speakers have produced most if not all of my class materials. However, some documentary footage we view has been subbed in English for English speakers' comprehension. #sschat
  • forginghistory Oct 2 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    #sschat A1-That ELLs are unable to do other classes. Some of my coworkers are surprised my ELL student wants to learn Math.
  • flipping_A_tchr Oct 2 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    That being said, sometimes an ELL *does* have additional learning needs which overlap their language learning challenges #sschat
    In reply to @icivics
  • caranowou Oct 2 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    Ken from Western Oregon University & Center for Geo Ed in Oregon arriving for #sschat
  • cheffernan75 Oct 2 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    A1 biggest misconception is that they don't "get it." It's the vocabulary they struggle w/, not the ideas! #sschat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:10 PM EDT
      Q1. is live in the chat! What are some pedagogical misconceptions about English Language Learners (ELLs)? #sschat
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    Glad you could make it tonight! More #iCivicsEdNet in the house! #sschat. Q1 is live.
    In reply to @PeledgeJay, @Hanscom_AFB
  • Hist_simulation Oct 2 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    #sschat Learn more about #WWI at the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library @WilsonPresLib https://t.co/LFckz6h2aU
  • massignmenthelp Oct 2 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    The Complete Guide to UK Car Driving Theory Test https://t.co/skWVo4OBdl #kyadmin #sschat #DubChat
  • BusbinsClassAHS Oct 2 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    Right. And, unfortunately, the accommodations given do nothing to further their learning growth as providing wrong interventions #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining us tonight! #sschat Q1 is live. Q2 coming in 4 mins!
    In reply to @caranowou
  • MrsRicklis Oct 2 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    A1 Missing a learning disabilities writing it off as an ELL challenge #sschat
  • PeledgeJay Oct 2 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    A1. That you have to dumb down material to help them learn. Just gotta find right interventions. #sschat
  • caranowou Oct 2 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    A1 that they can't demonstrate or articulate the same depth of understanding & knowledge as others #sschat
  • REEdelstein Oct 2 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    Oops, skipped question 1. What are some pedagogical misconceptions about ELLs? That they aren't smart or that they are doomed to fail. #sschat
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    It's important to find a way to balance and address the appropriate needs with the appropriate advocacy and resources. #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • BusbinsClassAHS Oct 2 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    Often bring many different strengths to large-scale projects if teachers chunk the project to help understanding #sschat
    In reply to @forginghistory
  • LSkae Oct 2 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    Thanks! ☺️You are too kind @MsHolmesTeach #sschat
    In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @MsHolmesTeach
  • cheffernan75 Oct 2 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    Exactly. Or find a way to teach the essential vocabulary they need to be successful. #sschat
    In reply to @PeledgeJay
  • forginghistory Oct 2 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    #sschat A1-They will have a hard time connecting with the dominant culture. Many students will be willing to reach out and be friends.
  • kris_vanduyne Oct 2 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    A1: I am working with 3 ELL Ss for the 1st time in my career. One assumption- they can read first/native language well. #sschat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:10 PM EDT
      Q1. is live in the chat! What are some pedagogical misconceptions about English Language Learners (ELLs)? #sschat
  • madisonteacher Oct 2 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    A1 that they are different learners. What is needed by ELLs is good for all learners. #sschat @icivics
  • GeoJo22 Oct 2 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    A1 Misconceptions that lack of English equates to lack of ability. #sschat
  • classroomtools Oct 2 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    I found that, as primary sources, they had lots to tell students about daily life. #sschat
    In reply to @mswilcox
  • PeledgeJay Oct 2 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    A1. I've found finding translations help with primary sources--exposure to original English for Am hist, but equitable native lang #sschat
  • PijanowskiDaron Oct 2 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    Daron Pijanowski from Ambler, PA. Currently in the Education Program with a History focus at Albright College. Glad to be back! #SSChat
  • GatorCitizen Oct 2 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    See -- you are already so ahead of the curve! #sschat
    In reply to @REEdelstein
  • flipping_A_tchr Oct 2 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    True, and as with many ASSumptions.... #sschat
    In reply to @kris_vanduyne
  • teacherdebra Oct 2 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    Well this is cool! Many different applications for this game #elemchat #mathchat #sschat
  • MsTurner1027 Oct 2 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    A1: biggest misconception is that they can't do it, they can with the correct scaffolding/support #sschat
  • LSkae Oct 2 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    A1: That b/c they struggle with ELA they must struggle w/ their native language. So incorrect! #sschat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:10 PM EDT
      Q1. is live in the chat! What are some pedagogical misconceptions about English Language Learners (ELLs)? #sschat
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    THIS. IS. PRECISELY. IT. #sschat
    • caranowou Oct 2 @ 7:16 PM EDT
      A1 that they can't demonstrate or articulate the same depth of understanding & knowledge as others #sschat
  • BusbinsClassAHS Oct 2 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    Bingo! Dumbing down the material builds a larger cultural & civic understanding gap-must find & know how to use proper interventions #sschat
    In reply to @PeledgeJay
  • historycomics Oct 2 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    Hey Daron - I teach social studies at Wissahickon HS! Good luck with your studies. #sschat
    In reply to @PijanowskiDaron
  • LSkae Oct 2 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    Thanks! Happy to be here #sschat
    In reply to @BusbinsClassAHS
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:20 PM EDT
    Q2A. What role does translated content play in your classroom? (If not, please share why it doesn’t.) #sschat
  • myassignment Oct 2 @ 7:20 PM EDT
    The Complete Guide to UK Car Driving Theory Test https://t.co/Z8TN4t4GK0 #kyadmin #sschat #DubChat
  • MrsRicklis Oct 2 @ 7:20 PM EDT
    Reminds me of "translating Shakespeare" because he makes us all feel like ELLs Sometime we need it in simpler terms #sschat
    In reply to @PeledgeJay
  • LSkae Oct 2 @ 7:20 PM EDT
    Absolutely! #sschat
    In reply to @cheffernan75
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:20 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining us tonight! We're heading into Q2A! #sschat
    In reply to @PijanowskiDaron
  • GatorCitizen Oct 2 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    A2A: If translation = making complex academic language more accessible to learners, it plays a huge role in my teaching! #sschat
  • MrsRicklis Oct 2 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    A2 When we learn about the Rosetta Stone & other ancient inscriptions #sschat
  • MomOfAllCapes Oct 2 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    Thank you! #sschat
    In reply to @PeledgeJay
  • MrsWreggs Oct 2 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    A2A: I don’t use translated content because my entire student body are native English speakers #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Oct 2 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    A2A Many primary sources we all use are *already* translated from their original language!...(Yet some tchrs treat like sacred cows) #sschat
  • historycomics Oct 2 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    A2 we are a one to one laptop school, so the translations are at hand - easier to work with when sitting w/students at tables #sschat
  • forginghistory Oct 2 @ 7:22 PM EDT
    #sschat A2-Daily work is translated into first language, projects and academic vocabulary are done in English.
  • MsHolmesTeach Oct 2 @ 7:22 PM EDT
    All of my primary sources are translated from somewhere. And then we re-write as a class in modern terms. #sschat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:20 PM EDT
      Q2A. What role does translated content play in your classroom? (If not, please share why it doesn’t.) #sschat
  • NHTOYMc Oct 2 @ 7:22 PM EDT
    Sorry. I am late to the party. #sschat
  • forginghistory Oct 2 @ 7:22 PM EDT
    #sschat A2-I need more advice in how to get ELL student more comfortable in taking risks with projects. Friends help, but Ss need more.
  • MomOfAllCapes Oct 2 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    Q2A is live for only 5 mins! Make sure you get your answers in! #sschat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:20 PM EDT
      Q2A. What role does translated content play in your classroom? (If not, please share why it doesn’t.) #sschat
  • PeledgeJay Oct 2 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    Had student in inclusion SS class with no English bkgrnd, only Mandarin. She and I lived by translations for better part of 6 mos. #sschat
  • caranowou Oct 2 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    A2 When was in K12 classroom, tried to use a lot of visuals & primary sources to help w/ "translated content" #sschat
  • lpagington Oct 2 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    Laura Pagington Civics & US History Gr 8 #sschat
    In reply to @icivics
  • LSkae Oct 2 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    I agree. All Ss deserve to be challenged #sschat
    In reply to @PeledgeJay, @icivics
  • kris_vanduyne Oct 2 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    A2: No translation-we do lower the lexile as much as possible and read to Ss. Immersion is the plan. Already see progress in 4 wks #sschat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:20 PM EDT
      Q2A. What role does translated content play in your classroom? (If not, please share why it doesn’t.) #sschat
  • BusbinsClassAHS Oct 2 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    A2) Teaching APUSH, I struggle in decision to provide translated material, but w/ complex sources provide synonyms for tough words #sschat
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    You're never late! We're glad you're here! Q2A is live in the chat https://t.co/4KWLT3s6yQ #sschat
    In reply to @NHTOYMc
  • BAKetcham2009 Oct 2 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    A2 we have a assistant who works with our ELL S's, so any translated work I use is supported strongly. #sschat
  • forginghistory Oct 2 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    #sschat A2-Does anyone have sources that are meant for Spanish primary speakers?
  • MrsRicklis Oct 2 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    @Newsela does a great job offering leveled options. They also have Spanish articles. #sschat
    In reply to @kris_vanduyne, @Newsela
  • lpagington Oct 2 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    Laura P 8th grade Civics & Govt teaching the Constitutional Convention this week #sschat
    In reply to @icivics
  • LSkae Oct 2 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    Thx! Excited to connect with some awesome educators #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr, @BusbinsClassAHS
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    How much time does this take? What resources do you rely on to assist you? @GatorCitizen @KristenChapron I'm adding you to this. #sschat
    In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @GatorCitizen, @KristenChapron
  • classroomtools Oct 2 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    A2 Even English language primary sources often need translation. https://t.co/eF8GESpTL1 #sschat
  • ckauffman01 Oct 2 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    Late intro but I'm working toward my Master's of Ed and Teaching Cert at Albright College, with a BA in PoliSci #sschat
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    Q2B. How do you adapt materials or differentiate for ELLs? (Time to brag and share examples) #sschat
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining us tonight! More #iCivicsEdNet! Woot! #sschat
    In reply to @lpagington
  • flipping_A_tchr Oct 2 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    "That's not written in English!" they said #sschat
    In reply to @classroomtools
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    We ❤️ @Newsela #sschat
    • MrsRicklis Oct 2 @ 7:24 PM EDT
      @Newsela does a great job offering leveled options. They also have Spanish articles. #sschat
      In reply to @kris_vanduyne, @Newsela
  • GatorCitizen Oct 2 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    A2B: I “Tamper with History” a la Sam Wineburg and Daisy Martin by adapting primary sources for them: https://t.co/nF2FSqzvfK #sschat 1/
  • NHTOYMc Oct 2 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    I am just finishing up the reforms of the Gilded Age and Progressive Movement. High School #sschat
  • MsTurner1027 Oct 2 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    A2: I have a Spanish version of the text that I use if needed but I try to provid modified text with vocabulary support #sschat
  • MrsWreggs Oct 2 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    A2B: I wish I had sth to add for this question - looking forward to learning what everyone else does! #sschat
  • LSkae Oct 2 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    A2: I used to teach w/ lots of visuals to ensure I reached the needs of all Ss, & then did 1-on-1 translations for Ss as needed #sschat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:20 PM EDT
      Q2A. What role does translated content play in your classroom? (If not, please share why it doesn’t.) #sschat
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    So glad that you could make it tonight! #sschat Q2B is live!
    In reply to @ckauffman01
  • GatorCitizen Oct 2 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    #sschat
    In reply to @MomOfAllCapes, @PeledgeJay
  • GatorCitizen Oct 2 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    A2B: It’s OK to use simplified versions of doc, provided Ss are also shown the original document & told about the simplification #sschat 2/
  • GatorCitizen Oct 2 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    A2B: Don't be afraid to increase margins, enlarge font, substitute tough vocab w/synonyms, or anything else to help Ss get it #sschat 3/3
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    Very good point @jess_teerlinck! #sschat
    • jess_teerlinck Oct 2 @ 7:25 PM EDT
      I have used translated materials to present new content. Sometimes its tough because the translated content doesn't always make sense to ELL
      In reply to @icivics
  • classroomtools Oct 2 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    #sschat
    • classroomtools Oct 2 @ 7:26 PM EDT
      Have you ever used this primary source?
      In reply to @MsHolmesTeach
  • kris_vanduyne Oct 2 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    A2B: lower lexile, read to them, work in pairs, use of a smart phone app to translate brief sentences for directions to Arabic. #Sschat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:25 PM EDT
      Q2B. How do you adapt materials or differentiate for ELLs? (Time to brag and share examples) #sschat
  • KatBrockway Oct 2 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    #Waco #texas #Deafed #sschat #ASL
    • cadwaco Oct 2 @ 7:24 PM EDT
      Calling all ASL volunteers! Please join us Friday 10/6/17 at CAD (4224 S University Parks Drive) 6:00 pm for a volunteer interest meeting.🤟🏻
  • PeledgeJay Oct 2 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    A2b. @Newsela is a savior as is @SHEG_Stanford esp now that they've partnered with @Gilder_Lehrman for US hist. #sschat
  • forginghistory Oct 2 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    #sschat A2B- My eighth grade team created a Google Classroom for each of our ELLs. This way we can differentiate for each with all classes.
  • MsTurner1027 Oct 2 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    2b. Stanford reading like a historian has modified primary source documents as does https://t.co/VTLjZ2YR0u #sschat
  • lpagington Oct 2 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    It is essential to my classroom! #sschat
    In reply to @icivics, @Newsela
  • MomOfAllCapes Oct 2 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    2 more minutes until Q3 is released! #sschat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:25 PM EDT
      Q2B. How do you adapt materials or differentiate for ELLs? (Time to brag and share examples) #sschat
  • PeledgeJay Oct 2 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    A2b. I also create a lot of sentence frames and paragraph frames for my Ss and then work to phase them out as yr progresses. #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Oct 2 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    I don't think I have! What is it? #sschat
    In reply to @classroomtools
  • historycomics Oct 2 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    A2B GRAPHIC NOVELS and COMICS are amazing for ELL. Students can make sense of the words through the images #sschat
  • BusbinsClassAHS Oct 2 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    A2b) ask yourself if wording of source is necessary or larger point being made-from there, decide how much scaffolding necessary #sschat
  • KristenChapron Oct 2 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    What about visuals? Do you use the Learner's Dictionary? #sschat
  • jess_teerlinck Oct 2 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    Hi! I'm Jess Teerlinck. I've got 2 ELL's with 2 more coming in. We're learning about religion & the French Rev #sschat
    In reply to @icivics
  • PeledgeJay Oct 2 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    A2b. Constantly tinker with question structures on formative assessments and work with my awesome ELL teacher to fine tune. #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Oct 2 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    backwards Da Vinci writing? #sschat
    In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @classroomtools
  • historycomics Oct 2 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    A2B here is a free online comic in Spanish, English, and Arabic #sschat https://t.co/fU7R0H3MUk - we used it when reading @MARCHTrilogy
  • LSkae Oct 2 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    A2B: I scaffold a lot. Ss work w/ partners; they learn from each other & I facilitate by checking w/ each group-& differentiating #sschat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:25 PM EDT
      Q2B. How do you adapt materials or differentiate for ELLs? (Time to brag and share examples) #sschat
  • REEdelstein Oct 2 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    Q3 Why would civics/social studies content (not concepts) be challenging for ELLs? ELLs may be coming from different cultural backgrounds that value and learn different things. Native speakers might be building on previous knowledge that ELLs may need to begin developing. #sschat
  • classroomtools Oct 2 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    de las Casas' notes on Columbus' 1492 landing - all we have since Columbus' journal disappeared 500 years ago. #sschat
    In reply to @MsHolmesTeach
  • madisonteacher Oct 2 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    The latest Social Studies & Education! https://t.co/TKKu3Pf2fC Thanks to @NewsHourExtra @SSHistoryEduc @DrEllsworthOPS #sschat #tlap
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    Q3. Why would civics/social studies content (not concepts) be challenging for ELLs? #sschat
  • LSkae Oct 2 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    Which app? This sounds great! #sschat
    In reply to @kris_vanduyne, @icivics
  • GatorCitizen Oct 2 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    A3: Academic language of the social studies ALONE is super complex. Ex: republican vs Republican. Hard 2 teach native spkrs the diff #sschat
  • BusbinsClassAHS Oct 2 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    Great example of chunking. Force students to reflect and consider short sections of text #sschat
    • PeledgeJay Oct 2 @ 7:28 PM EDT
      A2b. I also create a lot of sentence frames and paragraph frames for my Ss and then work to phase them out as yr progresses. #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Oct 2 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    Offer a lot of student choice within #PBL for assignment completion. Some students show mastery through multiple ways. #sschat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:25 PM EDT
      Q2B. How do you adapt materials or differentiate for ELLs? (Time to brag and share examples) #sschat
  • MomOfAllCapes Oct 2 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    This is cool! #sschat
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Oct 2 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    A3) Think we tend to assume Ss come in w/ some familiarity w/ U.S. history & govt structure. Likely not case w/ ELLs. #sschat
  • GatorCitizen Oct 2 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    Precisely! We historians can be such primary source purists. But student access & understanding always trumps intellectual snobbery! #sschat
    In reply to @BusbinsClassAHS
  • MomOfAllCapes Oct 2 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    Q3 is live in the chat! #sschat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:30 PM EDT
      Q3. Why would civics/social studies content (not concepts) be challenging for ELLs? #sschat
  • dane_thibodeaux Oct 2 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    A2B: Students are 1:1 with Google Translate capabilities. Videos with translated subtitles. Patience. #sschat #spanish #vietnamese
  • caranowou Oct 2 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    A2B When was in the K12 classroom I'd use visuals, partner w/ ELL teacher, graphic org, story maps, oral reports, storytelling, etc #sschat
  • MrsWreggs Oct 2 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    A3: Specialized vocabulary, cultural bias would also be huge #sschat
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    This is an excellent point. #sschat
    • CHitch94 - Moderator Oct 2 @ 7:31 PM EDT
      A3) Think we tend to assume Ss come in w/ some familiarity w/ U.S. history & govt structure. Likely not case w/ ELLs. #sschat
  • LSkae Oct 2 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    A3: Primary sources are often difficult to read for Ss that are not ELLs so imagine the difficulty when it is a 2nd language! #sschat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:30 PM EDT
      Q3. Why would civics/social studies content (not concepts) be challenging for ELLs? #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Oct 2 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    It took me a while, but I eventually got over this a couple years ago. Not dumbing down if we're delving deeper into concepts! #sschat
  • MrsRicklis Oct 2 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    This always makes me think of Canadian classmates that I had in college. Technically not learning English, but new to our gvt #sschat
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • GeoJo22 Oct 2 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    A3 Well, historical context for one. And cultural, too. #sschat
  • historycomics Oct 2 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    A3 specific terms are challenging even for best readers. #sschat
  • BAKetcham2009 Oct 2 @ 7:33 PM EDT
    A3 various points of view maybe hard for ELL S's to comprehend #sschat
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:33 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining us tonight BTW. #sschat
    In reply to @jess_teerlinck
  • PeledgeJay Oct 2 @ 7:33 PM EDT
    A3. Not all native speakers have figured civics/gov't out, so tougher for ELLs to learn from peers than they might informal lang #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Oct 2 @ 7:33 PM EDT
    That's just a bunch of floccinaucinihilipilification #sschat #favoritewords
  • MsHolmesTeach Oct 2 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    standards cover eras with confusing vocab for all students. Important to scaffold vocab & help ELLs process in multiple languages. #sschat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:30 PM EDT
      Q3. Why would civics/social studies content (not concepts) be challenging for ELLs? #sschat
  • MsNicholsMMS Oct 2 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    A3 such a large portion of the academic language exists in no other place- makes it hard to connect to background knowledge #sschat
    In reply to @icivics
  • caranowou Oct 2 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    A3 Much of textbook content comes from WASP perspective. If ELL not from that culture can miss many subtle cultural assumptions #sschat
  • GatorCitizen Oct 2 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    Such a good point, Jay. #sschat
    In reply to @PeledgeJay
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Oct 2 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    Me, too. Some of my ?s in online world history course ask Ss to compare things w/ U.S. examples but I have Ss in other countries. #sschat
    • BusbinsClassAHS Oct 2 @ 7:33 PM EDT
      Agreed. We operate on understanding that certain parts of national narrative are understood...I find myself guilty of this especially in AP
      In reply to @CHitch94
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    Very good analogy in terms of contextualizing civic concepts and ideas. #sschat
    • MrsRicklis Oct 2 @ 7:32 PM EDT
      This always makes me think of Canadian classmates that I had in college. Technically not learning English, but new to our gvt #sschat
      In reply to @CHitch94
  • classroomtools Oct 2 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    Your geography lens is showing, Ken. :) #sschat
    In reply to @caranowou
  • historycomics Oct 2 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    I read from this book in AP Euro every once in a while #sschat
  • caranowou Oct 2 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    Ha! Can't shut it off :) #sschat
    In reply to @classroomtools
  • forginghistory Oct 2 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    #sschat A3-Difficulty participating in discussions/debates. ELLs often cannot process as fast as native speakers.
  • GeoJo22 Oct 2 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    First time I used leveled readings for Pericles' Oration, I was surprised (not really) at the difference it made for understanding.#sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • BusbinsClassAHS Oct 2 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    This can be just as challenging to students from different racial, socioeconomic backgrounds as well #sschat
    In reply to @caranowou
  • BaltoESOL Oct 2 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    Natalia from Baltimore, I teach ELLs in Pre-K -8. A3 #sschat Social Studies content requires background knowledge and frames of reference.
  • caranowou Oct 2 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    Yes!!!! #sschat
    In reply to @BusbinsClassAHS
  • historycomics Oct 2 @ 7:37 PM EDT
    Yes! Excellent point. #sschat
    In reply to @BusbinsClassAHS, @caranowou
  • moloneynipmuc Oct 2 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    A3 some content cannot be easily translated, so last year I included as many images as one can to help ELLs #sschat
    In reply to @icivics
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    So glad that you could join us tonight! We are finishing up Q3: https://t.co/4KWLT3s6yQ #sschat
    In reply to @BaltoESOL
  • forginghistory Oct 2 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    #sschat Does anyone have advice in how to include ELLs in discussion more?
  • BusbinsClassAHS Oct 2 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    A3) dual meanings of vocabulary when just learning English is a lot to grasp (Federalists, i.e. Madison versus Federalist Party) #sschat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:30 PM EDT
      Q3. Why would civics/social studies content (not concepts) be challenging for ELLs? #sschat
  • mcricker Oct 2 @ 7:39 PM EDT
    Go to @ColorinColorado for a plethora of teaching & learning resources for English language learners! #sschat #ELLchat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:25 PM EDT
      Q2B. How do you adapt materials or differentiate for ELLs? (Time to brag and share examples) #sschat
  • MomOfAllCapes Oct 2 @ 7:39 PM EDT
    I need to find this book. #sschat
  • historycomics Oct 2 @ 7:39 PM EDT
    Incidentally - I host #educomix at 7 PM EST 1st Sun of each month if anyone is ever interest in chatting about comics in education #sschat
  • forginghistory Oct 2 @ 7:39 PM EDT
    #sschat Some groups have made great primary source lessons with primary souces and pictures. Check out some on https://t.co/VcGXXPd9T5
  • MsTurner1027 Oct 2 @ 7:40 PM EDT
    A3: history and Civics are challenging to native speakers due to vocab/ideas mix in a language barrier and it can be overwhelming #sschat
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:40 PM EDT
    Q4A. What are some quality go-to resources for teaching social studies, government, and civics to ELLs? (share links) #sschat
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:40 PM EDT
    Another great point. #sschat
    • jess_teerlinck Oct 2 @ 7:33 PM EDT
      Q3: sometimes our language has words that just can't be translated. It's hard to define a word that has no meaning in your native language.
      In reply to @icivics
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:40 PM EDT
    #sschat
    • NHTOYMc Oct 2 @ 7:33 PM EDT
      The language/vocabulary is, for the most part, tier two and three. Making it difficult for native speakers, let alone ELL.
  • BusbinsClassAHS Oct 2 @ 7:40 PM EDT
    Great point about discussions! Model for students skill of summarizing in deliberations to help reflect & catch-up peers #sschat
    • forginghistory Oct 2 @ 7:36 PM EDT
      #sschat A3-Difficulty participating in discussions/debates. ELLs often cannot process as fast as native speakers.
  • GatorCitizen Oct 2 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    A4A: Word on the streets is that @iCivics is creating resources in this space #sschat #TengoAlgunDerecho
  • MrsWreggs Oct 2 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    A4A: batting a big ol’ .000 on this one. #sschat
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    Hey @KristenChapron @GatorCitizen... This is something GREAT to consider for class discussion texts and other support resources! #sschat
  • PeledgeJay Oct 2 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    A4a. @icivics @Newsela esp given its partnership with @Gilder_Lehrman @SHEG_Stanford @TeachTCI are solid starts #sschat
  • MsNicholsMMS Oct 2 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    Me too! But can’t wait to see what others share! #sschat
    In reply to @MrsWreggs
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    We can't wait. #sschat
  • forginghistory Oct 2 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    #sschat A4- I do have a Spanish speaker with me and she is completing a yearlong PBL. Check out for updates https://t.co/EoKIte1oVF
  • historycomics Oct 2 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    Awesome! #sschat
    In reply to @GeoJo22
  • damasoreyes Oct 2 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    #sschat
  • forginghistory Oct 2 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    #sschat A4-My website has a primary source matrix. Not specifically for ELL, but does have lessons on TPS. https://t.co/VcGXXPd9T5
  • dane_thibodeaux Oct 2 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    A4: many of my Spanish ELL students are not citizens so I purchased set of Eng-Sp citizenship practice books 4 reading and writing #sschat
  • GeoJo22 Oct 2 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    A4 Newsela has already been mentioned. SHEG too.#sschat
  • PeledgeJay Oct 2 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    Forgot to #sschat this reply
    In reply to @forginghistory
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    Q4B. What do you wish content developers knew before they start creating social studies, civics, & AP Government resources for ELLs? #sschat
  • BusbinsClassAHS Oct 2 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    A4) Using asynchronous online discussion via learning management systems help provide more equal playing field in deliberations #sschat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:40 PM EDT
      Q4A. What are some quality go-to resources for teaching social studies, government, and civics to ELLs? (share links) #sschat
  • historycomics Oct 2 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    We also have a Facebook group of about 400 educators who use comics in education - join us #sschat https://t.co/KmKowwWZm9
  • lpagington Oct 2 @ 7:46 PM EDT
    So true! It is dangerous to assume our students have all the background knowledge ss requires #sschat
    In reply to @icivics
  • caranowou Oct 2 @ 7:46 PM EDT
    A4A We(C-GEO) have Oregon Student Atlases in Spanish & Glossery of Geo Terms in 11 languages. All FREE here. https://t.co/8OOO3c2Z0j #sschat
  • MsNicholsMMS Oct 2 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    A4B it’s not about “dumbing” things down, it’s about making them more accessible #sschat
    In reply to @icivics
  • scottmpetri Oct 2 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    Congratulations @hypercritical9 Glad to have you on @SCSSA_Prez 's Board of Directors. #CAsocstudies #sschat #sstlap
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    Q4B. What do you wish content developers knew before they start creating social studies, civics, & AP Government resources for ELLs? #sschat
  • MomOfAllCapes Oct 2 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    Q4B. What do you wish content developers knew before they start creating social studies, civics, & AP Government resources for ELLs? #sschat
  • MrsWreggs Oct 2 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    A4B: I would think additional background knowledge would be key #sschat
  • caranowou Oct 2 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    A4B To incorporate multiple cultural perspectives in the resources of an event &/or topic #sschat
  • PeledgeJay Oct 2 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    A4b Not all ELLs on same WIDA level--gr8 to have some options depending on pt on scale for diff skills @WIDAConsortium has "can dos" #sschat
  • NHTOYMc Oct 2 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    That kids are kids. Just because they can’t speak the language doesn’t make the dumb. Sorry that was blunt. #sschat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:45 PM EDT
      Q4B. What do you wish content developers knew before they start creating social studies, civics, & AP Government resources for ELLs? #sschat
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    We couldn't agree more! #sschat
    In reply to @MsNicholsMMS
  • Tdavis0410 Oct 2 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    I second that @MsNicholsMMS! #sschat
    • MsNicholsMMS Oct 2 @ 7:47 PM EDT
      A4B it’s not about “dumbing” things down, it’s about making them more accessible #sschat
      In reply to @icivics
  • MrsMurat Oct 2 @ 7:49 PM EDT
    That it's such an important point. Can't make an assumption that they understand what is being translated into native language. #sschat
    In reply to @kris_vanduyne
  • BaltoESOL Oct 2 @ 7:49 PM EDT
    A4 Brainpop to give an overview of the topic and turn on the captions! Students can watch multiple times. Crash Course on YouTube #sschat
  • BusbinsClassAHS Oct 2 @ 7:49 PM EDT
    A4B) While it provides additional reading maybe, contextualization would be beneficial to eliminate any assumptions of understanding #sschat
    • MrsWreggs Oct 2 @ 7:48 PM EDT
      A4B: I would think additional background knowledge would be key #sschat
  • MomOfAllCapes Oct 2 @ 7:50 PM EDT
    Q4B. That ELLs can get frustrated. They're intelligent but the language barrier makes the content difficult. Lessen the frustration #sschat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:47 PM EDT
      Q4B. What do you wish content developers knew before they start creating social studies, civics, & AP Government resources for ELLs? #sschat
  • scottmpetri Oct 2 @ 7:50 PM EDT
    A4 Agreed. Love using https://t.co/nBFrf8pfhG and https://t.co/HwRAIXBjv0 to help ELs access challenging texts. #sschat
    In reply to @MsNicholsMMS, @icivics
  • PeledgeJay Oct 2 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    A4a Forgot @TheCrashCourse is also great. Moves quickly but has advantage of being paused and begun again. #sschat
  • KristenChapron Oct 2 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    Yes! Contextualization is key! #sschat
    In reply to @BusbinsClassAHS
  • BaltoESOL Oct 2 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    A4 Add more timelines. They put content in a perspective. Had to draw a timeline today to explain BCE to 6th graders :)@Scottfwill #sschat
  • KristenChapron Oct 2 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    Thanks! We will check them out. #sschat
    In reply to @scottmpetri, @MsNicholsMMS, @icivics
  • PijanowskiDaron Oct 2 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    Although it will not help them speak English very well, audio books can help ELLs understand the content, especially in a SS class. #sschat
    In reply to @icivics
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    There are so many great resources being shared on this chat tonight! We hope you're getting them all! #sschat
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Oct 2 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    This site has transcripts for @TheCrashCourse world history videos: https://t.co/fx50pnBzpR #sschat
  • scottmpetri Oct 2 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    Wish you were in CA. We are doing another event w Max Brooks on The Harlem Hellfighters Nov. 4 w @SCSSA_Prez #sschat
  • MomOfAllCapes Oct 2 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    Q5 is live in the chat! #sschat... we're almost done! 😲
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:50 PM EDT
      Q5. Do you have any examples of ELL students taking what they learned in your class and sharing it at home?
  • EduGladiators Oct 2 @ 7:54 PM EDT
    🔬{NEW} #EduGladiators series: Student Engagement w/expert @STEMigo leading STEM convo SATURDAY #formativechat #tynkerchat #sschat #edtech
  • flipping_A_tchr Oct 2 @ 7:54 PM EDT
    This is why we archive all #sschat sessions ... and why your browser allows unlimited number of tabs!
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:52 PM EDT
      There are so many great resources being shared on this chat tonight! We hope you're getting them all! #sschat
  • jess_teerlinck Oct 2 @ 7:54 PM EDT
    Maybe it was blunt, but it's the truth! #sschat
    In reply to @NHTOYMc
  • GeoJo22 Oct 2 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    And closed captions, too. #sschat
    In reply to @CHitch94, @TheCrashCourse
  • caranowou Oct 2 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    Gotta run. Thanks for the great resources #sschat!!
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    Q6. Outro: Why should social studies and civics content be inclusive for ELLs? #sschat
  • forginghistory Oct 2 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    #sschat Thanks for the great chat tonight! I came a way with a few sources!
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    This is a great suggestion! #sschat
    • PijanowskiDaron Oct 2 @ 7:52 PM EDT
      Although it will not help them speak English very well, audio books can help ELLs understand the content, especially in a SS class. #sschat
      In reply to @icivics
  • classroomtools Oct 2 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    A6 We all live in this society. #sschat
  • BaltoESOL Oct 2 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    A5 Some students took 100 question cards home to help parents get ready for the naturalization test. #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Oct 2 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    ...and in Youtube you can play at 50% so @JohnGreen can be heard at a normal speed! #sschat #slightlydrunk
    In reply to @GeoJo22, @CHitch94, @TheCrashCourse, @johngreen
  • moloneynipmuc Oct 2 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    A4B For many ELL it would be beneficial to have the content reflect the multitude of cultures. We want civic engagement in learning #sschat
    In reply to @icivics
  • forginghistory Oct 2 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    #sschat Would greatly appreciate what the community has to say about my online work. Check out https://t.co/mC8p454gQE
  • historycomics Oct 2 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    ❤️! All it takes is a plane ticket, hotel, car rental, food stipend, and I'm there! 😂 #sschat I wish I could be in more places!
    In reply to @scottmpetri, @SCSSA_Prez
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Oct 2 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    A6) Aside from it being imp for content to be accessible for all, helps ELLs & family acclimate to new society. #sschat
  • caranowou Oct 2 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    A6 Last thought before have to go. Because a high quality education is deserved by ALL students, regardless of where they are from #sschat!!
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    That's why we love Twitter chats! There's something for everyone! #sschat
    In reply to @forginghistory
  • GeoJo22 Oct 2 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    A6 If its not inclusive, it's for "others". #sschat
    In reply to @icivics
  • flipping_A_tchr Oct 2 @ 7:57 PM EDT
    This is also me re: NCSS conference #sschat
    • historycomics Oct 2 @ 7:56 PM EDT
      ❤️! All it takes is a plane ticket, hotel, car rental, food stipend, and I'm there! 😂 #sschat I wish I could be in more places!
      In reply to @scottmpetri, @SCSSA_Prez
  • MsNicholsMMS Oct 2 @ 7:57 PM EDT
    A6- SS content across subjects is so much about humankind, and language should not be a blocker for someone to experience that ##sschat
    In reply to @icivics
  • Tdavis0410 Oct 2 @ 7:57 PM EDT
    A6: How can you play the game if you don't know the rules? #sschat
  • MomOfAllCapes Oct 2 @ 7:57 PM EDT
    Great point.. How'd I miss this awesome comment?! #sschat
    • GatorCitizen Oct 2 @ 7:11 PM EDT
      A1: Folks conflate language skills with intelligence. Like, no one expected Einstein to write about quantum mechanics in Mandarin #sschat
  • historycomics Oct 2 @ 7:57 PM EDT
    I was there in DC two years ago. Can't wait until they come to Philly in a few years! You're all invited to a party at my house! #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • MomOfAllCapes Oct 2 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    Real talk! Gov by, of, and for the people... ALL PEOPLE. #sschat
    • moloneynipmuc Oct 2 @ 7:56 PM EDT
      A4B For many ELL it would be beneficial to have the content reflect the multitude of cultures. We want civic engagement in learning #sschat
      In reply to @icivics
  • scottmpetri Oct 2 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    Still a few seats left if you are in So Cal & free this Saturday #EdCamp w #CAsocstudies https://t.co/iKTgin0vvf #sschat
  • BusbinsClassAHS Oct 2 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    Not just building a local/state/national community, but working towards global community & civic engagement w/ common understanding #sschat
    • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:55 PM EDT
      Q6. Outro: Why should social studies and civics content be inclusive for ELLs? #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Oct 2 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    We will have proof in the archives. #sschat #PartyAtTims
    • historycomics Oct 2 @ 7:57 PM EDT
      I was there in DC two years ago. Can't wait until they come to Philly in a few years! You're all invited to a party at my house! #sschat
      In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • GeoJo22 Oct 2 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    Thank you @iCivics and #sschat. Great chat.
  • UsGoPoPro Oct 2 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    We published tomorrow's class starter/mini-lesson on Las Vegas to guide class discussion https://t.co/syVBeZtMrp #apgov #hsgovchat #sschat
  • classroomtools Oct 2 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    +1 #sschat
  • MrsWreggs Oct 2 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    A6: because ELLs need to be engaged citizens just as much as native speakers! #sschat
  • historycomics Oct 2 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • elizberg2010 Oct 2 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    I love https://t.co/NJVV7VW2Xt, which can be set to different Lexie levels. @Newsela #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Oct 2 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    G'night and big-time thank you to @MomOfAllCapes and @icivics from #sschat!
  • icivics Oct 2 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    Before you leave #sschat think about joining our #iCivicsEdNet! Really cool people across the country. Application: https://t.co/k8KQSxts7C