This twitter chat stands for "Wins And Losses Ed Chat" and will be a chat where students reflect on the previous week to celebrate victories and reflect on losses to turn them into victories.
Intros: Welcome to #waledchat! Introduce yourself, where you are from, your role in education, and tag a friend you'd like to see join you here tonight! #waledchat
Roman from Ontario, Canada. HS Teacher/Student Success Leader/Agent of Transformation. Great tojoin in #waledchat tonight. Will the Canadian brother join in? @mrbgilson
Hello, #waledchat
Ryan in Michigan, 6th grade social studies. Looking for any of the #mschat crew to carry over for another half-hour of great PLN building time.
Intros: Welcome to #waledchat! Introduce yourself, where you are from, your role in education, and tag a friend you'd like to see join you here tonight! #waledchat
Intros: Welcome to #waledchat! Introduce yourself, where you are from, your role in education, and tag a friend you'd like to see join you here tonight! #waledchat
A1: I am finding that spoken word poems resonate with students, esp. because of their love of rap music and lyrics. To mentor their writing, we watched spoken word poets perform (vids found on YouTube). I used this in my social studies class #waledchat
Intros: Welcome to #waledchat! Introduce yourself, where you are from, your role in education, and tag a friend you'd like to see join you here tonight! #waledchat
A1: I had a "come to Jesus" meeting w/ 1 class about behavior as we near the end of the yr. I was calm, explaining that I understand how they feel as almost-done 8th grdrs - but also that my expectations remain high for them until they walk across the stage on 5-31. #waledchat
A1: I bragged about how @WDoerwaldt and I placed in the top 12 in our three games of #fortnite over the weekend. The fact I play that game has really helped me connect with many of my Ss who I struggled to build a connection with before! #waledchat
A1: I have a group of ESL students that are trying to teach me Spanish. I want to get to the point where I can kind of have a conversation with them. #waledchat
A1 I have heart-to-hearts with my 8th grade classes to discuss their fears and excitement about going into High School. The talks create tears and hugs. #waledchat
Intros: Welcome to #waledchat! Introduce yourself, where you are from, your role in education, and tag a friend you'd like to see join you here tonight! #waledchat
A1 since school is out, I still see some of my students come in for enrollment. I would ask about their summer plans and the trips they've been to, I shared some insights and historical facts on the places they will be going to #waledchat
A1: I am trying to learn more about Fortnite. I hate how much it distracts the kids. A little secret kids hate when their old teachers start doing what they like. SO I might even download the dang game lol #waledchat
A1 taking time during class to ask about their interests, favorites, what they enjoy doing in free time, talked about special effects in movies and outdated tech ;) #waledchat
A1: I asked a student to create his own project for the industrial revolution. I know he likes engines, cars and trains. So i encouraged him to research steam engines. #waledchat
I tried to make connections to what students were familiar with while learning about goods and services. We discussed food, toys, and fast food! #waledchat
A1: In an interesting spot with PARCC makeups, but listening to their wild stories. Asking questions and letting them speak. Following up with them after the fact and trying to be interested in what they are talking about. #waledchat
A1: Whenever I evaluate a tool for a teacher, I always consider it from the students point of view. What would they think? Is it cool? Would they be bored? Does it look or feel like anything I think they love?
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A1. This week I had the opportunity to get down on the floor with 1st graders and work with them. Sitting side by side and looking at the material with them. Gave some perspective and saw some things that we can change to make more effective and impactful. #waledchat
A1: I had a lesson that I intended on skipping. I pulled it out and did it on Monday (first day back from break). They needed it, I could see. I told what I was doing and why. #waledchat
A1 before the year ended, talked to my students about their fears and apprehensions as they move on to junior high. Shared some of the mischievous and nerdy things I did when I was in junior high #waledchat
A1. This week I had the opportunity to get down on the floor with 1st graders and work with them. Sitting side by side and looking at the material with them. Gave some perspective and saw some things that we can change to make more effective and impactful. #waledchat
A1 This week with my Littles, we participated with @HeckAwesome April Idea Flood birthdays 🎉 They are really excited to send their Sketchnotes off to the challenge 😀 #waledchat
A1 I added a ton of new books to my library. Books that have more diverse characters and a lot of superhero books. I want my Ss to love to read. I also want them to have books with characters that look like them #waledchat
A1 before the year ended, talked to my students about their fears and apprehensions as they move on to junior high. Shared some of the mischievous and nerdy things I did when I was in junior high #waledchat
A1 I spent some time talking with a young man that I have had to suspend from the computer network talking about my recent MRSA infection and recovery. He was genuinely Inverness for me. I saw him in a didfeeent light. #waledchat
A1 I connected with French students in another province; to get to know them, share in learning, share in culture, share a story and deepen learning. As I don't have my own classroom, I look to grow in #globalcollaborations because it is best for students. Lead with <3 #waledchat
A1: Playing music they requested during a student selected game of "freeze dance" (we listened to the kids version of Despacito while they were "flossing"...wow that makes me feel old! 😂) #waledchat
A1 I tried to get a glider to fly alongside my Ss. LOL I'm not ashamed to admit they were much better at than I was. In the class, I was working with my Ss on a problem that another student created. #WaledChat
A1: Playing music they requested during a student selected game of "freeze dance" (we listened to the kids version of Despacito while they were "flossing"...wow that makes me feel old! 😂) #waledchat
A1: While researching about our decades project, I gave examples of what it was like growing up in the 90s! Many connections made to shows they watch to this day that were on throughout childhood. #waledchat
A1: I spent an extra day working on a topic in Geometry so I could really “break it down” for them. They definitely appreciated the stripped down explanations and practice #waledchat
A1 there was this PE culminating activity my students were doing. Since I am not exactly on the FIT side, I still joined them. Sadly the team I joined lost but the laughs were awesome #waledchat
P.S. parent's loved it too
A1: While researching about our decades project, I gave examples of what it was like growing up in the 90s! Many connections made to shows they watch to this day that were on throughout childhood. #waledchat
A1: I play with them. We are creating #RubeGoldberg machines and blogging. Lots of time to play and learn together! It’s so much fun! And we whistle while we work. (Talk about other things.) #waledchat
A2: Because relevance matters. Also, students seek to be understood. Relating to students builds a bridge to deeper connections, meaningful relationships, and ultimately, deeper thinking. #waledchat
#waledchat A1: we're starting memoirs, so today I shared a story from my childhood about my first day of kindergarten and how I got the scar above my eye. The Ss were rolling with laughter! So much fun!
A1- Sing silly sings during our snack time before Afterschool Academy starts. It always makes them smile. Now they are joining me in the song!#waledchat
A1: Students and I talked about their stress when it came to standardized testing and we just all had a talk about our fears and how we handle the nerves during testing. Everyone listened and respected one another. #waledchat
A2: Because relevance matters. Also, students seek to be understood. Relating to students builds a bridge to deeper connections, meaningful relationships, and ultimately, deeper thinking. #waledchat
A1 Well, I *wanted* to talk Fornite but that was thwarted by technology issues, as @MrPStrunk has already heard tonight! I did talk college bball as I taught my Ss about Fr. Jacques Marquette & his namesake school in WI & other Jesuit colleges good in bball.
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Today in chorus it was s’s turn to teach me. They picked the music, told me why we were singing it and I found out more about my students & the pop culture I some times fall behind in #waledchat
A2: Students will do better work for teachers who don't capitalize on the "authority figure" trope. Relating to them on a basic human level & not leveraging our power over them will create stronger relationships & a better working environment. #waledchat
A2: As Rita Pierson put it, "Kids don't learn from people they don't like." Wanting to teach means you want to see them grow. If you do not build that relationship with them, they will never open up to you, nor will you to them. #waledchat
A2: Relating to our students builds that oh-so-important trust! Without that we have nothing. We should accept Ss as they are, not as someone else wants them to be.
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A2 it humanizes us in the eyes of our students. They don't just see us the teachers in front (or in the middle) of the classroom. When there is heart, our students trust us more #waledchat
A2: We have to be relatable with our students. Otherwise, they don't make connections in class. They also don't learn from people they can't relate to. #waledchat
A2 When we relate to our students we open doors that lead toward respect, learning, other connections, positive behaviors, motivated learning, and the list goes on forever...#waledchat
A2: We should look at school from the students’ perspective more often. From there, we can design learning experiences that make their time meaningful and richer. They get to be curious, cared for, and loved from where they are at. #waledchat
A1: Listened. I know that sounds really simple, but we have several seniors pretty scared about what happens in 2 months. Listening and perspective is a big deal, because I like to talk too much #waledchat
A2: Relating to students is a fundamental part of relationships. Without Ss knowing your actively trying to truly know them & what they like, you'll have no foundation to work with.
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A2. We should always be trying to relate to our students to make sure that the learning is relevant and understandable to them. Relating with them creates a relationship that makes it easier for us to reach them. #waledchat
A2: Because unfortunately, the Spice Girls and Power Puff Girls are no longer “cool”…. RELATE to them, not to who we were at that age. Times have changed, y’all! #waledchat
A1:
We were kind of chill today, bc I was still pulling stuff together for tonight, and I had a great time talking to my 7th graders about favorite animated movies. #waledchat
A2 - relating to Ss can make the difference when they are having a moment. If you don’t know them, the approach to bring them back can backfire. I know most of my Ss, so I know how to approach them to help them refocus or redirect back to the work #waledchat
A2 If you don't have a good relationship with students they are not to interested in what you are talking about. Relationships 1,2 and 3rd. Kids don't learn from people they don't like #waledchat
A1. I let them create podcast about a topic of their choosing. Stuff they were interested in. I learned about "their stuff". And it was a very good experience. #waledchat
A2: I think relating to Ss is talking about the things in yourself that you know they are struggling with. Learning challenges, memory, etc. I see so adults hiding this stuff. Baffles me. That's where true power lies. IMO #waledchat
A2: If we're not relating to our students, then we will never understand our students. We need to know them as much as they need to know us or the classroom will be completely unwelcoming. #waledchat
A2 it's important to know our students' struggles. There were many times I adjusted deadlines because I knew they were struggling to balance it all. #waledchat
Haha! No... If I let them actually play it in class, THEN I would be their fav. Trying to find a way to incorporate aspects of it in class for them. #waledchat
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Relating to students makes them feel important and safe. It allows them to trust whole heartedly your belief in them as a person and learner.
We are state testing this week. Lots of encouragement and keeping them focused. In between the test and lunch, we’ve had time with Ss to bond. Its actually been nice to play uno or checkers with them and have a little fun. #waledchat
A2 - the question is why isn’t every educator relating to them? Our job goes far beyond just content delivery. Kids need to know we take a personal interest in their lives. Bridge the gap of learning and teaching. #waledchat
A2: Why shouldn't we? I think it is a much shorter list...How can we help those we do not know best tackle their struggles? We connect to be stronger. It is like a perfectly lined up lego those suckers are hard to get apart. Be more like lego is the moral of the story. #waledchat
A1: Listen more. I fail at this so often. They always want to tell you a story in the hallway when you’re trying to monitor the madness...but I’m trying to make more of an effort to just listen. #waledchat
A2: Why shouldn't we? I think it is a much shorter list...How can we help those we do not know best tackle their struggles? We connect to be stronger. It is like a perfectly lined up lego those suckers are hard to get apart. Be more like lego is the moral of the story. #waledchat
A2 Multiple reasons. Ss' ears perk up when we try to relate to them. Also, it makes us, Ts, seem more human to them and it shows that we actually care about who they are & what they're passionate about. #waledchat
A2 it is important for us to be emotionally responsive to our students. Gone are the days when the sentiment is "I am just here to teach", because now it is important you connect with them and understand them better #waledchat
A2 The only way to deepen learning, engage students and help them grow, we need to know them. To differentiate, to help guide students, we have to build relationships, have conversations and be there support. Learn, teach, lead with heart. #waledchat
A2 It helps us understand who they are as people and for them to get to know us as well. We can then take that info to help them succeed and find their way. #WaledChat
A2 - the question is why isn’t every educator relating to them? Our job goes far beyond just content delivery. Kids need to know we take a personal interest in their lives. Bridge the gap of learning and teaching. #waledchat
A2: Each student needs someone to empower them to a higher level of greatness. To do that we need to see their interests...by being interested in them! #waledchat#waledchat
A2: relating to our students shows that we genuinely care about their well-being. When they know how much you care their behavior changes and they try their best because they do not want to let you down. #waledchat
A2: if we relate to students or even make the attempt, it moves the relationship into a whole new level. Buy in is increased, Ss are excited to be there, and more learning takes place. #waledchat
A1: We has a college fair today so I took the time out of our busy schedule to bring my classes. The important part is that I got to walk around with them and learn about what they wanted to study, what they thought was important in finding a school, etc. #waledchat
A2 in the end, all students need is that crazy adult who listens to them. They may not get it at home but at least with that crazy adult, they don't have to take the world seriously #waledchat
A3: It's important that we respect students. That's what allows us to be friendly without sacrificing professionalism. Meeting our students where they are and guiding them are pieces of respect. #waledchat
Q3: We can be friendly with students, but professionally not their “friends.” (Awkward to say) How do we balance between being relatable to students to being friends with our students?
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A2 everything starts with relationships, we need to connect, when we have that, it builds a stronger foundation for learning , my favorite TED talk and message #waledchat
A2-Only when students feel safe will they be able to take risks and share their joys and their pains. Showing ourselves as real people opens the door. #waledchat
A3: It's all about being relatable and respectable. I like to have fun, and I feel like the kids from @simmonsknights1 understand this, but they also know that I am about business. I have high standards for them, myself and others in my life. #waledchat
Q3: We can be friendly with students, but professionally not their “friends.” (Awkward to say) How do we balance between being relatable to students to being friends with our students?
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#waledchat A2: We're people too! I think by connecting/relating to our Ss, they value our emotions, and they see how much we actually do with them in mind. They need affirmation and approval. I love it when they "can't wait"to share something with me b/c they love my reaction!
A3: All about establishing boundaries. Call me old fashion, but if a student calls me "dude" I remind them my name is not "dude" it is "Mr. Strunk." I also make sure I put emphasis on learning, and if a student is avoiding work, I redirect. And so on. #waledchat
A3 Now that is part of the “art” of teaching- Great teachers connect by getting to know their students and showing interest in them @MrPStrunk@PHausTech@misskoplin#waledchat
A3: This is a tricky line to walk & something I've struggled with over the last week. I like to pull the "mom" card to show students that while we can be friendly, I am still someone that they need to respect and can look up to. #waledchat
A1: Ha! Funny you ask! My first grade son and I practiced flossing tonight 🤣🤣 Our students are into big time, & I can’t wait to bust it out one day when they least expect it. #waledchat
A2: They can’t learn from us if they don’t realize that we’re people too. We can’t effectively teach them if we don’t acknowledge the complex person that they are. #waledchat
A2: I’m a broken record (can I still use that reference?) but it’s just more FUN! Sometimes you can grab interest or just make a connection. #waledchat
A2: because in life, relationships are everything. When ss feel safe and cared for, they learn. Maslow’s hierarchy of needs!!! Also, so when a ss doesn’t bring a pencil, is wild after the State testing, it makes you more patient if you know their story. #waledchat
A3: I help our aides with this. Don't lose sight of your role. You're more like their parent than you are their sibling. Both can care. One is accountable. #waledchat
Q3: We can be friendly with students, but professionally not their “friends.” (Awkward to say) How do we balance between being relatable to students to being friends with our students?
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Relating to our ss shows we are human. Helps us learn about them, and they learn about us. I couldn’t connect with an 8th grade girl this sem until I heard her talking about Flash. I jumped into the conversation bc ❤️ the CW superhero shows. Changed everything! #waledchat
A3 Right. We still need to be adults. It's so impt to relate to Ss & have fun and yet be able to say "That's enough" or "that's inappropriate" and recognize and follow those boundaries ourselves. #waledchat
A3: Being there for students doesn't have to mean being their friend. Being a considerate and consistent sounding board can make you indispensable.
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A3. Being relatable is huge for relationships but boundaries do need to be created. At the end of the day, students need to have that structure and defined roles. It is important to remember the structure while creating the relationships. #waledchat
A3: I think a lot of this is how we carry ourselves. I think it is important to relate but in JH SH the line is already blurring if you are a younger teacher and don't look that different from the kids so your conduct needs to be. Nice but not on a first name basis #waledchat
Q3: We can be friendly with students, but professionally not their “friends.” (Awkward to say) How do we balance between being relatable to students to being friends with our students?
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A3 a very thin line, it is important to be open to our students but still keep that distance with them. It is nice to be friends but there are lines that must be set, especially by you the teacher #waledchat
A1: We tried to do a transformation dance today in 8th grade math. Translate to the left, rotate 180, Translate to the right. Everybody clap your hands! #waledchat#iowamath
Definitely. Im lucky, comic books that I have been reading for 25 years are front and center of what is cool. Thanks @disney, @MarvelStudios ! Shameless plug! Give us stuff in #waledchat !
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A3: I think a lot of this is how we carry ourselves. I think it is important to relate but in JH SH the line is already blurring if you are a younger teacher and don't look that different from the kids so your conduct needs to be. Nice but not on a first name basis #waledchat
Q3: We can be friendly with students, but professionally not their “friends.” (Awkward to say) How do we balance between being relatable to students to being friends with our students?
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A3 - One thing that I always tell students is: “ I will always try my best to be your advocate and support you, but I’m also going to assess you based on your effort and work. Not as your buddy!” #waledchat
Q3: We can be friendly with students, but professionally not their “friends.” (Awkward to say) How do we balance between being relatable to students to being friends with our students?
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A3 Ss realize that there needs to be a line between Ss and Ts. When they respect you and know you truly care about them that line is not a problem. Mutual respect is key. #waledchat
A3 Being there for someone, encouraging them, supporting them is about being an amazing human being, not sacrificing professionalism or becoming friends with students. You need to focus your energy to be empathetic and kind, to be a champion for kids. #waledchat
Q3: We can be friendly with students, but professionally not their “friends.” (Awkward to say) How do we balance between being relatable to students to being friends with our students?
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A3 That is a very fine line. I think it is easier as you get older and the age gap is greater. You need to be approachable but you also need to be the authority figure. We can share and build relationships, but Ss need a T, not just another friend. #waledchat
A3 Always be true to who you are. You don't have to be like them, just like them for who they are. I will never understand some of their music choices, or what they like, but I don't have to. #waledchat
A3: Boundaries build bridges. When kids know where they stand, they appreciate the order & structure it provides. This allows us to develop rships w/ the flexibility for having a caring conversation w/ a student while holding them accountable for their actions & work. #waledchat
When we relate to the kids and bring their interests into their lessons, we are immersing them in their learning. They get caught up in that and forget that they’re learning because to them- that is their life! Making learning engaging is the best part of the job. #waledchat
A3. I tell my S's that I will be friendly to them. But a 52 year old teacher cant be friends with middle school kids. It's a shame that we still in this day and age have to say those things. #waledchat
A3: An admin I have so much respect for taught me it’s about finding the line between being a source of inspiration and support, and slowly becoming a part of the drama. Telling them they need to handle something on their own or with a friend helps Ss see that line #waledchat
Q3: We can be friendly with students, but professionally not their “friends.” (Awkward to say) How do we balance between being relatable to students to being friends with our students?
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A3: Boundaries build bridges. When kids know where they stand, they appreciate the order & structure it provides. This allows us to develop rships w/ the flexibility for having a caring conversation w/ a student while holding them accountable for their actions & work. #waledchat
A3: I’m an adult. I’m funny with them. I listen to them. I care about them. But I’m not their peer. I’m the authority. Sometimes a simple, “You know who would love to hear about that? (Insert student name here)!” to steer them. #waledchat
A3- Love that you included this! Our students need positive adult role models and mentors. If a S uses slang or an inappropriate word or phrase I use this as an opportunity to talk about your audience #waledchat
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The line is there. A S needs to know you value them and respect them but there are boundaries. The expectations should be set. My S know I expect them to do their best every day because I do my best everyday. We can have fun with boundaries and respect .
A2: Relating to students is critical to teaching them well. You have to take an angle to all instruction that students understand and appreciate. #waledchat
A3 just have to develop our spaces, set up our roles but letting students know that we are there to support them, we are interested in them, we are their mentors, #waledchat
A2: We should try to relate to students to forge stronger connections. If we express that we care to connect, it shows them that we care and that we make ourselves vulnerable, too. #waledchat
A4: I have students who are always wanting to turn their poems/writing into spoken word poems or raps. For my students, both of these forms require a beat. https://t.co/H3ZTG4iW3Y allows students to create their own beats...for free! #waledchat
Why not?! We gain from building a relationship. We build respect and rapport and the chance to make a difference. Maybe not for all. All students don’t need it but for some, we may be one of the few people in their life that has their back. #waledchat
A3 I subtly tell my students there are some topics we don't talk about. Some of those topics are: my love life, my day to day activities, where I live, student's I like or don't like, subjects I hate #waledchat
I am imperfect though and I do share some, but not everything
A3: I’m an adult. I’m funny with them. I listen to them. I care about them. But I’m not their peer. I’m the authority. Sometimes a simple, “You know who would love to hear about that? (Insert student name here)!” to steer them. #waledchat
A1: This week is HS Senior Week, so I complimented Ss on their outfits (cartoon character day..etc) and I tried to say something I remembered about my HS Senior Week #waledchat#gwinchat
Q3: We can be friendly with students, but professionally not their “friends.” (Awkward to say) How do we balance between being relatable to students to being friends with our students?
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A4: Great Fortnite strats and how to "floss" dance. But for real, my students have taught me the importance of relationship building. Spending time letting a S to vent to me has shown me that taking a second to pause for a S helps them in the long run #waledchat
A3: Students lose respect for those who are buddy-buddy all the time. Make connections and strengthen relationships, but don’t hesitate to redirect if behavior runs awry. You can be respectful while professional. #waledchat
Q3: We can be friendly with students, but professionally not their “friends.” (Awkward to say) How do we balance between being relatable to students to being friends with our students?
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Yes! I think this is important to guide them in this! If I say hello and get a “what’s good?” Or “what’s up?” I generally (usually politely) ask for a different response. #waledchat
A3. But it is hard when your sons friends spend the night at your house often and then you have them in school. But they do get to see both side of the teacher. #waledchat
A3: It's all about balance. I make sure they know that I am interested in them as people, their interests, their likes, dislikes, what's going on in their lives. However, I make sure they understand that I am the teacher. #waledchat
Q3: We can be friendly with students, but professionally not their “friends.” (Awkward to say) How do we balance between being relatable to students to being friends with our students?
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A3 Rules and expectations and, @MrPStrunk , that line is used alot when we are crossing lines. I am friendly to you, but I am not your friend, I am you teacher. By all legal rights, I am recognized like your parent.
A3: Building an environment of high expectations, mutual respect, and clear boundaries. Students respond to structure and consistency. We all have jobs to do and do them in a friendly manner. #waledchat
A4 you may have been the old "favorite" but you won't always be the favorite. Give other's a chance to establish their rapport with your students #waledchat
A4. Just the other day a student taught me some new design ideas when using the 3D printer. It is awesome having a printer in my office where students can create and we can have those conversations. #waledchat
A4: Learning how to Photoshop with mad skills like one of my favorite 7th Graders "Breadon". The more white borders around photos, the better the quality. Being honest now, learning how to build games in @koduteam with students in our Lab. #waledchat
A3b - I think friend is a tough term to define. I’d say that I’m friendly towards students but not necessarily their friend. More like:
Mentor - Teacher - Helper - Motivator - #waledchat
A4: Probably silly, and apparently most people know this, but they showed me that bananas are supposed to be peeled from what we typically consider the bottom, not the stem at the top. #waledchat
A4: Anything music related. Conversations always start with, "So, I know you're old, but have you hear of [insert artist name here]?" They keep me in touch with their generation. #waledchat
A4 One student who shared her true and authentic story, with honesty, strength, vulnerability and passion showed by just how powerful a student's voice can be. How a person can be such a strong leader, a partner in education and a smart person who can lead adults. #waledchat
A3 I make it clear that I'm not their friend but that they can count on me. I listen, give my shoulder to cry on, laugh and joke with, and play with at recess. We have fun, but when it's time to get back to business I expect that to be taken seriously. #WaledChat
#waledchat A3: boundaries are important. This is tricky to answer. I think my age allows me to be viewed more like a mentor, so that helps. I still control the rules and shift from "friendly" to "business"pretty seamlessly.
A4: an add in from A1 - the student from today taught me how a steam engine works and powered a train. I was completely amazed at his knowledge. It was great though because I realized that car talk and engines is a foreign language to me..... #waledchat
A4 A student showed me how to use a feature in a new program we were using that he had figured out. Then he proceeded to help other students too 😀 #waledchat
A4: Taking a small risk by saying yes to a cooking genius time led to several other projects. My genius times used to be tech-centric. This led to all sorts of cred/esteem building. #waledchat@Hopetechschool
Intros: Welcome to #waledchat! Introduce yourself, where you are from, your role in education, and tag a friend you'd like to see join you here tonight! #waledchat
A4: Cliche, but kindness. My class this year makes mistakes often, but they are also a very kind class and offer to check in on each other all the time. It's very sweet! #waledchat
A3:
The hardest part of this for me is that even though I have not crossed any boundaries, ss view me as a friend. While I know that I’m maintaining the boundaries—never share too much, hold high standards, etc. It worries me. #waledchat
A2: To let them know 1) we’re human; 2) when you become an adult you don’t have to be boring; and 3) because it builds trust and fosters Agape love towards and from them. #waledchat#gwinchat
A4 - the amount of new music I’ve been exposed to is ridiculous. Some is way outside of what I’d personally listen to, but it’s what my Ss listen and relate to. I just try to hear it, ask questions then relate. #waledchat
A4 let the students work their magic. Don't be so controlling, because it isnt your show, it's theirs. You are not the greatest showman, you're the conductor #waledchat
A4: Since I’m new to the school and I have upperclassmen, they are constantly “showing me the ropes” as new school traditions/events come up. I like to think that seeing me as a learner makes them more willing to learn too! #waledchat
A4. My son, all the editing and clipping he does to put together the videos and interviews for his #BBN News magazine @CampErnstBlazer. It's amazing all the work that goes into their projects!#waledchat
A5: Write every day. Place my heart on the pages of my notebook. Find healing with words. Find poems that resonate and paste them throughout my notebook. I want to recapture this habit. It is like salve to wounds, both physical and emotional. #waledchat
A2: Even adults "click" more with people they can relate to. When students know you understand where they are coming from and that you care about them, they are more likely to respond to you and want to learn from you. #waledchat
A3: We should relate to our students as far as we need in order to tap into their interests for instructional purposes and emotional support. If it does not serve learning goals, then it is not necessary. #waledchat
A5: I have really jumped back into running this month - 4-5 miles on the elliptical at the end of the school day is doing wonders for my mental health. Can't wait to get outside! #waledchat
#waledchat A4: I have a student from India that has shared a lot about her culture with new. She's attending a traditional wedding, and has kept me up to date with the dancers, her dress, and all the events leading up to the wedding. I've loved leading about it!
A4: Probably forgetting a ton of really important/thoughtful/indepth/meaningful things. But I’m gonna go w/ Dell Disco chromebook extension that made the light on CB disco dance & change colors. #waledchat
A4: During our class social time, a student taught me different how to play Yu-Gi-Oh! cards. I am not sure I could apply them outside that moment- but it was quite interesting. It was amazing seeing how they could apply different strategies. #waledchat
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A4
I learn from Ss every day. I am shocked at Ss kindness. I had a S hurt another little girl by an action of impulsivity and the look on his face was so sad that he had hurt her. He said sorry but I was shocked he understood the consequence from his actions.
A5: I really want to read this wknd. I know I say that every wk, but this wknd has to be different. I walk past #betheone everyday when I wake up. I have heard so many incredible things about @sheehyrw's book. Help keep me accountable, @mrpstrunk. You have my number. #waledchat
A5: This month is crazy with grad school, regular school, and 6 day a week tennis. Self-care this week is simply getting to bed at a decent time and being okay with 100% of things not being done...
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A5. This month I have started riding my mountain bike again. Taking the time to decompress and get outside to enjoy the fresh air. Need to take the opportunity more often to smell the roses. #waledchat
A5 Tough question I didnt have any plans to change anything but I've been sick all week, apparently I need to rest more 🤧 Especially this weekend 😀 #waledchat
A3: Draw the line and stay consistently on your side!! My Ss knew where I lived but they never came by my house just because. They knew I loved them like my own but they knew they were Ss and I was their T first and foremost. We had respect for the line #waledchat#gwinchat
Q3: We can be friendly with students, but professionally not their “friends.” (Awkward to say) How do we balance between being relatable to students to being friends with our students?
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A3: hold them accountable for behavior and learning. a discussion of friend/teacher are defined on anchor chart. when ss cross line, we bring out anchor chart to review. Some ss need that lesson.Just like we talked about in #masterychat, don’t assume ss know the diff! #waledchat
A4: A first grader told me all about river otters while researching her animal passion projects - she knew SO much! I think I learned as much as the Ss with this project! https://t.co/2EBs3LAyhK#flipgridfever#waledchat
A4: During our class social time, a student taught me how to play Yu-Gi-Oh! cards. I am not sure I could apply them outside that moment- but it was quite interesting. It was amazing seeing how they could apply different strategies. #waledchat
A5 Focus on some personal projects I have been putting aside to help others with some of their goals. I have some goals and objectives I want to attain, so the next week will be huge for me in advancing my own passion projects. #waledchat
A5: Honestly, I have been trying to get to sleep at a decent hour (for a teacher's schedule) but grading has been keeping me up. I am going to have to start getting to sleep earlier. #waledchat
A5: Rededicated to a few things. Being more healthy/excercise, hopefully getting a chance to do some reading, and making it to the blue-white game this weekend. #waledchat
So true! There’s an assumption that “digital natives” know what to do with tech, but, oh, how untrue! They absolutely need guidance and opportunity to discuss the various aspects and implications! #waledchat
A4:
I wish I could think of something specific. My kids are always teaching me things. They’re trying to get me interested in Fortnite, they’ve been teaching me. #waledchat
A5: dedicated reading time! Joined a book club @ my school & I'm trying to read 1-2 extra books while working through the current club selection. Hard 2 fit in w/2 sm kids go my own as well! #waledchat
