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principal64 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Chris, elementary principal in Glen Burnie, MD #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:02 PM EDT

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learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@principal64 Hi there! Happy Thursday! #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Oct 13 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Denise, AP in accounts 😊 #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Good evening all! Greg- K, MD. Hope all are well. #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Welcome @DeniseFaidley - glad to have you a part of the conversation tonight! :) #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@jazzmeister2013 Hi Greg! :) How's your week been? #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@learnwholeheart Hey! Productive week. Enjoyed some time at the beach yesterday. Ss are progressing well. How about you? #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:05 PM EDT

1st question will be coming up in a min! We'll b using the Q1/A1 format. I have 6 questions to guide our conversation this evening #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@DeniseFaidley Welcome to #mdeschat! Glad to have you join in the conversation.

evyabel Oct 13 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Good evening! 😀 Im Evylyn, Assistant Principal at PEW Spanish Immersion #mdeschat ready to learn

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@principal64 Hey Chris! Hope all is well. #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Hi Evyln - @evyabel Thanks for joining us! :D #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@evyabel Hey Evylyn! Hope all is well. #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1 What are you curious about? #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1 I am curious about how the brain works – and how certain circumstances can effect the functioning of the brain. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1. I'm curious about what motivates people, students, teachers #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Oct 13 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 currently I am curious about increasing my knowledge about learning strategies for boys and students of poverty #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@principal64 That's a great topic to be curious about!! #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@jazzmeister2013 I could've sworn I replied - my week was turned upside down by my rabbit - he injured his spine :( #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@DeniseFaidley Yes!! Something I am also definitely curious about!! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@learnwholeheart @DeniseFaidley Simon Baron Cohen is a good source for brain & gender research #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1- Curious about genius hour. Strategizing how to implement some fashion of it w/ my K Ss. #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Question 2 is a follow up to Q1 and will be coming up in one moment... #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Thank you @principal64 !! I am definitely looking him up! @DeniseFaidley #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@learnwholeheart Oh no! Poor rabbit. Hope the recovery is full and swift. #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@jazzmeister2013 oh yes!! Genius hour - definitely something that will help cultivate curiosity! #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@jazzmeister2013 me too...me too.... His back legs are paralyzed at the moment...hoping it's not a broken back, and just an injury #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Q2: What do you do with that curiosity? #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@sbaroncohen #mdeschat https://t.co/r4neOWalJh

evyabel Oct 13 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1. How can we facilitate learning of real life connections? #mdeschat https://t.co/4ucQeIoPCF

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1 What are you curious about? #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@learnwholeheart Hoping to collaborate w/ some colleagues on implementation. GH can lead to some powerful learning. #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: I try to attend conference sessions focused on brain science, and read books about it @EricJensenBrain is one of my favs! #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@principal64 followed and added to my amazon wishlist! Thank you! #mdeschat

massignmenthelp Oct 13 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Internet of things https://t.co/Ad7HFWOiHD #mdeschat #MEMSPAchat #mschat #TNedchat #yalove #IRAchat #EduReal

principal64 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2. Read voraciously #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2 (cont) This is a book on my to-read list (it's sitting on my shelf at the moment) The MindUP Curriculum https://t.co/NqhgRI69vW #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Oct 13 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2. Read, read, read as well as attend sessions at conferences or workshops #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2- Researching genius hour; expanding knowledge through Twitter PLN connections and collaboration, brainstorming ideas. #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Side question: How many professional dev books do you have waiting on your shelf to read? I have SO many! #notenoughhoursinaday #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Question 3 coming up! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@principal64 Always a great way to learn! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@learnwholeheart I have several on my Kindle that I have read portions of, and some that I have yet to read. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@learnwholeheart too many! #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@DeniseFaidley I'm glad I'm not the only one...I have at least 5 and a half... I also LOVE reading fiction #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Q3: What role do you think curiosity plays in student success? #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3: I think that when students are curious about what they’re learning, they’re more actively engaged in their education. #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@DeniseFaidley @jazzmeister2013 Agreed! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3- Curiosity leads to greater interest and engagement, which leads to greater learning, which leads to growth. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3. Not enough, sometimes we forget about the power of curiosity and its impact on student learning, needs harnessing #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:22 PM EDT

"When put together, curiosity&hard work account 4 success just as much as intelligence"-@edutopia (part 2) #mdeschat https://t.co/Lw5LF3sEFF

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3 (cont)"Research suggests that intellectual curiosity has as big of an effect on performance as hard work..."-@edutopia (part 1) #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Oct 13 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3. Curiosity taps into relevance and motivation. If you can do that, you can push the limits of rigor #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@learnwholeheart @DeniseFaidley Good point, Denise. I just like having access on my Kindle and taking it anywhere. #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@DeniseFaidley Oh yes! That curiosity is the entry point for so much more!!! #mdeschat

evyabel Oct 13 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3. Curiosity brings the desire to take risks, try new things and solve problems #mdeschat https://t.co/VXnyDjfnDv

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Q3: What role do you think curiosity plays in student success? #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Question 4 will be up soon.... #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Q4: Is it possible to guide a students’ curiosity towards something they have no interest in? How or why not? #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4: I think that it’s possible – it would require some thought and intentional planning. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4. Teachers can work their magic to build student curiosity through their own passion, light their fire! #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Oct 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4. If there is a strong relationship, Ss are willing to do and learn things they may not have explored on their own. #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@principal64 I agree - you can connect student interest into any topic... with some forethought... :) #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Oct 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4 engagement helps maintain that spark #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@DeniseFaidley That's an interesting thought - I hadn't considered that. But you're right! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4- I think so, sure. When Ts are enthusiastic about concept/topic, they can build contagious curiosity. #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Coming up.... Question 5 #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@jazzmeister2013 contagious curiosity! Love that! SO SO true!! #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q5: When planning 4 instruction, is it possible to plan for the outcomes of the curriculum and consider the curiosity of students? #mdeschat

evyabel Oct 13 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A5. If you believe it and model it, Ss will give it a try. Be passionate about it and sell it #mdeschat https://t.co/gEgIt9A49R

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Q4: Is it possible to guide a students’ curiosity towards something they have no interest in? How or why not? #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Oct 13 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4. The tricky part is inspiring someone to put that spark into their teaching #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A5: Yes-Ts have 2 get 2 know Ss& find a way 2 make the curriculum work 4 them. It requires time&collaboration, but it’s possible. #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@DeniseFaidley Yes -- I was just thinking that... how do we inspire other teachers to do this? Any ideas? #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@learnwholeheart Curiosity, enthusiasm, joy- contagious mindsets. #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5. Not just possible, but critical, takes intentional planning, plus you have to know your students, their talents/interests #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5. Absolutely! It's all in how you engage them with the standards and curriculum. DI, learning modalities, tech. #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@DeniseFaidley Yes! That engagement piece is critical! If Ss aren't engaged, the learning isn't authentic, relevant to them. #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT

It's so difficult though-in reality.bec it really does take time...and there is SO much pressure. Any tips for starting points? #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Could you have students ask questions about the content? To foster that curiosity within the curriculum? #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Question 6 is coming shortly... There is one last "question" after that! :) Can't believe our hour is almost up! #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Q6: What can individuals within a school building do to cultivate curiosity in their students outside of the curriculum? #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A great form of engagement is to show an image, or perhaps a word, or in math a number or shape. What do you see? Say more. #mdeschat pt1

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6:Share interesting facts, empower students, provide choice.... #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Why might this be important? Show a portion of whatever it is, and begin to expand to more of the details. Build. #mdeschat pt2

principal64 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A6. After school clubs, lunch groups, interdisciplinary planning to connect the content areas #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A6: We also need to teach Ss how to be curious... Young children are naturally curious, but many Ss' sense of curiosity is stifled #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@jazzmeister2013 yes - some artful thinking routines are definitely helpful when cultivating curiosity - thanks for the reminder #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6. take an interest in their lives and learn about why it is important to them #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT

I started doing "article a day" - from @ReadWorks ... I'm loving how excited my Ss are for this new routine! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@learnwholeheart awesome! #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A6. Ss face a lot of pressure. Help them balance & minimize anxiety #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

The article a day builds essential background knowledge for my Ss - without it,it's a little difficult 2 b curious about the world #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@learnwholeheart Love arts integration strategies! So many great oops for creative, constructive, growth-oriented learning. #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Cultivating Curiosity in K-12 Classrooms by @WendyOstroff may be a great resource for this! @ASCD has a study guide for it too #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

(cont) "through exploration, novelty, and play; questioning and critical thinking; and experimenting and problem solving." - @ASCD #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@DeniseFaidley Finding balance is so important for Ss and Ts alike! #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@principal64 The prompt comes from an awesome 5th grade teacher... she's on instagram as @miss5th #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@jazzmeister2013 @DeniseFaidley Amen! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@learnwholeheart @WendyOstroff @ASCD Thanks for sharing! Will have to check it out! #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

One last thought as we finish up for the night.. What is one thing you can do tomorrow to ignite a spark of curiosity in students? #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@ReadWorks has articles grouped by reading level and topic - which is perfect for building bk & fostering curiosity about a topic #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A7- Be intentional! When you make it a point to get excited about the content, Ss will follow suit. #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

If you'd like more ideas - https://t.co/hmF1ZtpdAl This article has 10 steps to stimulate a student's curiosity #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Finally on TweetDeck. So much better than operating on mobile. Feel more engaged, lol. #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

I have to find a way to incorporate the Titanic into one of my lesson's next week! (see my previous picture) :) #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@learnwholeheart Great resource! #mdeschat

learnwholeheart Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

That's a wrap! Thanks for the great conversation this evening! I'm excited to ignite and cultivate curiosity in my Ss this yr! #mdeschat

principal64 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Final A. Model curiosity, enthusiasm, and a love for learning! #mdeschat

DeniseFaidley Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A7. Continue to foster strong relationships #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@learnwholeheart Great conversation tonight on cultivating curiosity in students! Powerful learning tool. Thanks for leading! #mdeschat

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@DeniseFaidley Relationships are so important! When they know you care... #mdeschat