#formativechat Archive

goformative Dec 12 @ 7:00 PM EST

30 min. till #formativechat ! New to our chat? No worries! Feel free to ask us or moderators Q's (@davidwkwan @Rdene915 @JillBromen )

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:00 PM EST

Coming up in 30 minutes #formativechat goformative join in every Monday 4Pacific/ 7Eastern #edchat #education #edtech #learning #pln

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:00 PM EST

Coming up in 30 minutes join in the #formativechat goformative great conversation #edchat #edtechchat #education build #pln #growthmindset

goformative Dec 12 @ 7:15 PM EST

15 minutes till #formativechat ! Get ready for good times w/ awesome educators! @Rdene915 @JillBromen @davidwkwan #visiblethinkingroutines

In reply to @Rdene915, @JillBromen, @davidwkwan

goformative Dec 12 @ 7:25 PM EST

#formativechat starts in 5 minutes! #visiblethinkingroutines #GrowthMindset #whatisschool

trdollar Dec 12 @ 7:25 PM EST

#VisibleThinking #formativechat #EdChat #Education

JillBromen Dec 11 @ 10:08 PM EST

Join us Monday! How do you help students frame their thinking? #formativechat re: #visiblethinkingroutines #leadered #edchat #caedchat

QuianaADarden Dec 12 @ 7:27 PM EST

I'm excited to participate in my first #formativechat tonight!

ShaunDepd Dec 12 @ 7:27 PM EST

#formativechat I am excited to hear all the great ideas

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:28 PM EST

Welcome! We're so glad you're here! #formativechat How's your day today?!

QuianaADarden Dec 12 @ 7:27 PM EST

I'm excited to participate in my first #formativechat tonight!

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:28 PM EST

Excited to get started w/ #formativechat in 1 minute!

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:29 PM EST

Hello Tyler! #digitalpromise represent! #formativechat :)

trdollar Dec 12 @ 7:25 PM EST
#VisibleThinking #formativechat #EdChat #Education
- JillBromen Dec 11 @ 10:08 PM EST
  
  Join us Monday! How do you help students frame their thinking? #formativechat re: #visiblethinkingroutines #leadered #edchat #caedchat

ShaunDepd Dec 12 @ 7:29 PM EST

#formativechat I am doing great!! Almost Holiday break so I am happy

goformative Dec 12 @ 7:30 PM EST

Our twitter chat on all things #formative starts NOW! Tweet to #formativechat and say hi to our hosts (@Rdene915 @JillBromen @davidwkwan )

In reply to @Rdene915, @JillBromen, @davidwkwan

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:30 PM EST

Rik in MA, Facilitator of Learning with #HSMath, pleased to share in the learning of #Formativechat tonight!

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:30 PM EST

Hip Hurray! #formativechat #dpvils #leadered #edchat :)

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:28 PM EST

Excited to get started w/ #formativechat in 1 minute!

ArthurHThomas Dec 12 @ 7:30 PM EST

Art on Maui...Hello #formativechat

haseentoe Dec 12 @ 7:31 PM EST

#formativechat I am excited to expand my knowledge

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:31 PM EST

Hey everyone! David here from @goformative ! Excited to chat w/ you all tonight! #formativechat

In reply to @goformative

Canario_K Dec 12 @ 7:31 PM EST

#formativechat hey @ShaunDepd and @JillBromen I'll be in and out as it's time to put the 4 year old to bed

In reply to @ShaunDepd, @JillBromen

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:31 PM EST

I get to moderate with the amazing @Rdene915 and @JillBromen :) #formativechat

In reply to @Rdene915, @JillBromen

scotttraub Dec 12 @ 7:31 PM EST

Hi all! #formativechat

MichaelBloemsma Dec 12 @ 7:31 PM EST

Hello! Looking forward to expanding my learning #formativechat

senoritawood Dec 12 @ 7:31 PM EST

Liz in Philadelphia, hello to all! #formativechat

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:31 PM EST

Welcome Rik! Glad you could make it! Thought you usually had a commitment during this time! #formativechat

In reply to @RoweRikW

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:32 PM EST

Hey Jacinto! Welcome! #formativechat

In reply to @haseentoe

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:32 PM EST

Great to see you here & chat as you can! #formativechat

Canario_K Dec 12 @ 7:31 PM EST

#formativechat hey @ShaunDepd and @JillBromen I'll be in and out as it's time to put the 4 year old to bed
In reply to @ShaunDepd, @JillBromen

ShaunDepd Dec 12 @ 7:32 PM EST

#formativechat @davidwkwan Jill is amazing

In reply to @davidwkwan

goformative Dec 12 @ 7:32 PM EST

Q1 is coming up in 1 minute! #formativechat!

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:32 PM EST

Hello Liz & welcome! :) #formativechat

senoritawood Dec 12 @ 7:31 PM EST

Liz in Philadelphia, hello to all! #formativechat

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:33 PM EST

Time for question 1 Q1 #formativechat @goformative

In reply to @goformative

QuianaADarden Dec 12 @ 7:33 PM EST

Good evening everyone #formativechat

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:33 PM EST

Agreed! Glad you could join us tonight! Excited to share ideas and learn from you! #formativechat

In reply to @ShaunDepd

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:33 PM EST

Hello! #SFUSD & #DPVILS represent! #formativechat

MichaelBloemsma Dec 12 @ 7:31 PM EST

Hello! Looking forward to expanding my learning #formativechat

MrDiMauro Dec 12 @ 7:33 PM EST

Rich from NJ! Hope everyone is well! #formativechat

RewardingEdu Dec 12 @ 7:33 PM EST

Robert here from L.A. Hi, PLN! Excited to share my new @Edutopia article on student engagement! https://t.co/IgJYizPXJP #formativechat

In reply to @edutopia

goformative Dec 12 @ 7:33 PM EST

Q1 is now up in #formativechat !

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:33 PM EST

Making an exception tonight as our #Formativechat topic of #MakingThinkingVisible empowers ALL Learners! #udlchat

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:31 PM EST

Welcome Rik! Glad you could make it! Thought you usually had a commitment during this time! #formativechat
In reply to @RoweRikW

QuianaADarden Dec 12 @ 7:33 PM EST

Good evening/afternoon everyone #formativechat

goformative Dec 12 @ 7:33 PM EST

Hey Scott! Welcome! #formativechat

In reply to @scotttraub

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:34 PM EST

@essayingmoves Jose, pleased to see you! #Formativechat

In reply to @essayingmoves

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:34 PM EST

Michael, welcome! #formativechat

In reply to @MichaelBloemsma

aplusedtech Dec 12 @ 7:34 PM EST

Hello all, Ashley from NC #formativechat

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:34 PM EST

Hey Liz! Welcome! #formativechat

In reply to @senoritawood

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:34 PM EST

Good to see you! #formativechat

In reply to @QuianaADarden

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:35 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative Welcome Art!

In reply to @ArthurHThomas, @goformative

MrDiMauro Dec 12 @ 7:35 PM EST

A1 I think if students are interested in a topic, their thinking will expand automatically. #formativechat

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:35 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative You have come to the right place!

In reply to @haseentoe, @goformative

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:35 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative Glad to have you join us

In reply to @Canario_K, @ShaunDepd, @JillBromen, @goformative

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:35 PM EST

Q1 is now up! Friendly reminder to to start your Rs with "A1..."! #formativechat

deyonjohnson Dec 12 @ 7:35 PM EST

Deyon from DC. Hi all. #formativechat

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:35 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative Good to have you Scott!

In reply to @scotttraub, @goformative

RewardingEdu Dec 12 @ 7:35 PM EST

A1 Good thinking requires reason, logic, time, effort, & PURPOSE. Ss must see meaning in their efforts. #formativechat

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:35 PM EST

#formativechat A1 Evidence of good thinking: trial & error, curiosity, seeking perspectives....

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:35 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative Yes, PA is here! I am from Pittsburgh!

In reply to @senoritawood, @goformative

scotttraub Dec 12 @ 7:36 PM EST

Thanks! #formativechat

goformative Dec 12 @ 7:33 PM EST

Hey Scott! Welcome! #formativechat
In reply to @scotttraub

QuianaADarden Dec 12 @ 7:36 PM EST

A1 I think that student collaboration helps to improve student thinking #formativechat

TheFort_FW Dec 12 @ 7:36 PM EST

Alan Small- Author from Fort Worth TX. I'm excited to get started! #formativechat

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:36 PM EST

Completely agree... must be relevant! #formativechat

MrDiMauro Dec 12 @ 7:35 PM EST

A1 I think if students are interested in a topic, their thinking will expand automatically. #formativechat

PLloydHenry Dec 12 @ 7:36 PM EST

Hello #formativechat - Phiona

ShaunDepd Dec 12 @ 7:36 PM EST

#formativechat Hey @deyonjohnson so glad you are here :))

In reply to @deyonjohnson

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:36 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative Hi Rich, all good. How are you? Break yet?

In reply to @MrDiMauro, @goformative

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:36 PM EST

Welcome Deyon! #formativechat

deyonjohnson Dec 12 @ 7:35 PM EST

Deyon from DC. Hi all. #formativechat

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:36 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative Always glad to have you join Robert! Congrats!

In reply to @RewardingEdu, @edutopia, @goformative

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:37 PM EST

#formativechat A1 Good thinking when Ts offer frames, DOK, rehearsal time & promote #stuvoice

QuianaADarden Dec 12 @ 7:37 PM EST

I agree. Students should know the why #formativechat

In reply to @RewardingEdu

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:37 PM EST

Yes! Purpose is important to drive ind. process! #formativechat

In reply to @RewardingEdu

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:37 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative Welcome to the chat today! :)

In reply to @QuianaADarden, @goformative

ArthurHThomas Dec 12 @ 7:37 PM EST

A1 - I think good thinking is a by product of empowered kids. give them ownership and they respond #formativechat

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:37 PM EST

A1 - We see Learners gain deeper understanding when we connect New Learning to Prior Learning. Make the connections! #Formativechat

chew_ed Dec 12 @ 7:37 PM EST

Hi all #formativechat from Hong Kong.

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:37 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative Hi Ashley!

In reply to @aplusedtech, @goformative

scotttraub Dec 12 @ 7:37 PM EST

A1 relevant is a starting point: once there you must include rigor #formativechat

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:37 PM EST

Agreed! Seeking perspectives diversifies what we learn! #formativechat

In reply to @JillBromen

MrDiMauro Dec 12 @ 7:37 PM EST

Really big on trial and error this year, letting the Ss use their errors and grow. #formativechat

In reply to @JillBromen

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:37 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative Thanks for joing tonight Deyon!

In reply to @deyonjohnson, @goformative

goformative Dec 12 @ 7:37 PM EST

Welcome Andrew! #formativechat

In reply to @chew_ed

aplusedtech Dec 12 @ 7:38 PM EST

A1: Ss may need thinking to be modeled for them. They need to see even Ts have to think through things. #formativechat

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:38 PM EST

Hey Phiona! Welcome back :) #formativechat

In reply to @PLloydHenry

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:38 PM EST

Agree... and I'll use a Visible Thinking Routine... "what makes you say that?" :) #formativechat

QuianaADarden Dec 12 @ 7:36 PM EST

A1 I think that student collaboration helps to improve student thinking #formativechat

goformative Dec 12 @ 7:38 PM EST

Agreed! #formativechat

In reply to @ArthurHThomas

MichaelBloemsma Dec 12 @ 7:38 PM EST

A1: Modeling by demonstrating my "teacher" thinking process, helps students to begin to s #formativechat

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:38 PM EST

Yes! Make it LOUD and PROUD! #Confidence #Formativechat

QuianaADarden Dec 12 @ 7:36 PM EST

A1 I think that student collaboration helps to improve student thinking #formativechat

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:39 PM EST

Fantastic! How did you move toward Trial & error? School-wide culture? Classroom shift? #formativechat

MrDiMauro Dec 12 @ 7:37 PM EST

Really big on trial and error this year, letting the Ss use their errors and grow. #formativechat
In reply to @JillBromen

senoritawood Dec 12 @ 7:39 PM EST

A1 Making connections to both prior learning and cross curricula, self-correction, and curiosity #formativechat

ShaunDepd Dec 12 @ 7:39 PM EST

A1 skills that help develop students to think better is when the teacher models what good thinking is #formativechat

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:39 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative A1 Ss are curious, interested, see value in it, meaningful for them,

In reply to @goformative

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:40 PM EST

Yes! We know draw from what we know to inform thinking! So important :) #formativechat

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:37 PM EST

A1 - We see Learners gain deeper understanding when we connect New Learning to Prior Learning. Make the connections! #Formativechat

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:40 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative Welcome Andrew! What time is it for you

In reply to @chew_ed, @goformative

QuianaADarden Dec 12 @ 7:40 PM EST

Definitely. Sentence stems are also helpful to have meaningful conversations #formativechat

In reply to @JillBromen

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:40 PM EST

yes! Basis of our convo ...Vygotsky said - "we give students frames for thinking so they think on their own"! model vs. tell #formativechat

aplusedtech Dec 12 @ 7:38 PM EST

A1: Ss may need thinking to be modeled for them. They need to see even Ts have to think through things. #formativechat

chew_ed Dec 12 @ 7:40 PM EST

Yes, Students need to know the answer to "why do I want to think through this?" #formativeChat A1 @ArthurHThomas

In reply to @ArthurHThomas

NgP1_tech Dec 12 @ 7:40 PM EST

Hello folks! Patrick from San Francisco, CA. reppin' #sfusd #dpvils #formativechat

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:40 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative Yes, helping connect that prior with new, makes so much more meaningful, #learning increases

In reply to @RoweRikW, @goformative

goformative Dec 12 @ 7:40 PM EST

Q2 is coming up in 2 minutes ! #formativechat

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:40 PM EST

#formativechat A1 Are we asking non-googleable Qs? Offering opps for a variety of ways to reflect/ interact/ inquire?

RewardingEdu Dec 12 @ 7:40 PM EST

A1 Kids need to see that intelligence & thinking are not merely innate talents. Takes practice, modeling, & effort. #formativechat

ShaunDepd Dec 12 @ 7:40 PM EST

A1 I am able to develop "good thinkng" by having good listening/communication skills #formativechat

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:41 PM EST

A1 - Our Learners trust their voice and contribution, so they build confidence when #MakingThinkingVisible. #Formativechat

ArthurHThomas Dec 12 @ 7:41 PM EST

@rewardingedu love it #formativechat

In reply to @RewardingEdu

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:41 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative And equally imprtant for Ts to do same, share with students #challenges #growthmindset

In reply to @MrDiMauro, @JillBromen, @goformative

lead4wardsci Dec 12 @ 7:41 PM EST

Central TX Science Coordinator in deck- #formativechat

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:42 PM EST

Q2! #formativechat

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:42 PM EST

That's interesting! Shows both directions- input/ output. Interaction elevates good thinking! #formativechat

ShaunDepd Dec 12 @ 7:40 PM EST

A1 I am able to develop "good thinkng" by having good listening/communication skills #formativechat

QuianaADarden Dec 12 @ 7:42 PM EST

And they often need that modeled for them and the opportunity to practice it and receive feedback. #formativechat

In reply to @ShaunDepd

ShaunDepd Dec 12 @ 7:42 PM EST

A1 Students must learn how to be good listeners..It is a skill we often overlook as educators #formativechat

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:42 PM EST

Let's ask for the "why" and Compare and Contrast to empower greater Thinking! #Formativechat

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:40 PM EST

#formativechat A1 Are we asking non-googleable Qs? Offering opps for a variety of ways to reflect/ interact/ inquire?

goformative Dec 12 @ 7:42 PM EST

@lead4wardsci Welcome :) #formativechat

In reply to @lead4wardsci

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:42 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative Welcome Patrick, good to have you!

In reply to @NgP1_tech, @goformative

senoritawood Dec 12 @ 7:42 PM EST

so important! Problem solving skills need to be taught #formativechat

In reply to @smcraige

gillentinea Dec 12 @ 7:42 PM EST

Central TX Science Coordinator on deck- #Formativechat

PLloydHenry Dec 12 @ 7:43 PM EST

A1: Make it safe for Ss to express divergent thoughts, clarify/deepen/refine their thinking & build on each others' ideas #formativechat

goformative Dec 12 @ 7:43 PM EST

Q2 is now in #formativechat ! Drop in and share your ideas! #formativechat

trdollar Dec 12 @ 7:43 PM EST

A1: S's show curiosity about how things really work and why, and then using that to inform metaphors and analogies elsewhere. #FormativeChat

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:43 PM EST

#formativechat A1 Yes! Good thinking when Ts offer (and model!) frames, DOK, rehearsal time & promote #stuvoice

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:43 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative And we can model this for our Ss as well, share our stories, exper, help them to do same

In reply to @RewardingEdu, @goformative

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:43 PM EST

Hey Allison! Welcome back :) #formativechat

In reply to @gillentinea

QuianaADarden Dec 12 @ 7:43 PM EST

A1 Expose students to higher order thinking questions. Go beyond the basics! #formativechat

aplusedtech Dec 12 @ 7:43 PM EST

Yes, students need problems that don't just have one answer or may not have an answer at all yet. #formativechat

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:40 PM EST

#formativechat A1 Are we asking non-googleable Qs? Offering opps for a variety of ways to reflect/ interact/ inquire?

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:43 PM EST

Welcome Allison!! #formativechat Glad you're here!

gillentinea Dec 12 @ 7:42 PM EST

Central TX Science Coordinator on deck- #Formativechat

gillentinea Dec 12 @ 7:44 PM EST

A1: Good thinking is modeled and taught in stages- using @goformativeallows you to show them how to THINK at a higher level #Formativechat

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:44 PM EST

Yes! Must make celebrate Ss thinking differently! #formativechat

PLloydHenry Dec 12 @ 7:43 PM EST

A1: Make it safe for Ss to express divergent thoughts, clarify/deepen/refine their thinking & build on each others' ideas #formativechat

ShaunDepd Dec 12 @ 7:44 PM EST

A2 I think students can synthesize their thoughts better #formativechat

chew_ed Dec 12 @ 7:44 PM EST

A2 Check for making thinking visible: Can others understand the REASONS for why you think a certain way? #formativechat

goformative Dec 12 @ 7:44 PM EST

Q2 again! #formativechat

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:44 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative A2 Good to have Ss talk thru thoughts, help understd, and we can support them/guide as needed

In reply to @davidwkwan, @goformative

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:45 PM EST

Good point... dig in, learn, and then.. leverage for the next stages of application! Thanks, Tyler! #formativechat

trdollar Dec 12 @ 7:43 PM EST

A1: S's show curiosity about how things really work and why, and then using that to inform metaphors and analogies elsewhere. #FormativeChat

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:45 PM EST

A2 - When we're #MakingThinkingVisible, our Learners better "see" the connections and relationships in the learning. #Formativechat

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:45 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative Yes, need to exper #learning in diff ways, not always going to be faced w/ same "problem"

In reply to @aplusedtech, @goformative

MichaelBloemsma Dec 12 @ 7:45 PM EST

A1: When students use tools like @goformative and @nearpod to draw an answer and make it visible helps others understand too! #formativechat

In reply to @goformative, @nearpod

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:45 PM EST

A2 - Very few Learners make connections to new learning just by hearing it. When the learning is visible, we #MakeItStick. #Formativechat

ShaunDepd Dec 12 @ 7:45 PM EST

A2 I think we can assess through reflection and observation and follow up with feedback #formativechat

QuianaADarden Dec 12 @ 7:45 PM EST

A2 Many students learn and understand better by talking about the material #formativechat

RewardingEdu Dec 12 @ 7:46 PM EST

A2 I often &honestly respond to S ideas: "Let me think about that a moment." Ss can see I don't have automatic answers either #formativechat

ArthurHThomas Dec 12 @ 7:46 PM EST

A2, Visible Thinking forces reflection, which for some is difficult to do without motivation #formativechat

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:46 PM EST

Appreciate this! How can we ensure others understand the reasons? Help Ss determine whether they're understood? #formativechat

chew_ed Dec 12 @ 7:44 PM EST

A2 Check for making thinking visible: Can others understand the REASONS for why you think a certain way? #formativechat

haseentoe Dec 12 @ 7:46 PM EST

A2 By having visible thinking SS can walk others through their own thinking and we know if they can teach it they own it #formativechat

NgP1_tech Dec 12 @ 7:46 PM EST

A1: Sometimes it takes their peers' explanation that results in a S's "aha moment" #formativechat

aplusedtech Dec 12 @ 7:46 PM EST

A2: visible thinking can look messy, we have to be okay with that! Nothing is perfect when you start working through it #formativechat

theipodteacher Dec 12 @ 7:46 PM EST

A2: Why wonder what a kid is thinking when we can actually see it, hear it, experience it. Tech allows it. @goformative #formativechat

In reply to @goformative

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:46 PM EST

Agreed! Let's empower ALL Learners to find their voice! #Formativechat

QuianaADarden Dec 12 @ 7:45 PM EST

A2 Many students learn and understand better by talking about the material #formativechat

trdollar Dec 12 @ 7:46 PM EST

A2: #Visualthinking means think about ideas in several dimensions, i.e. deep #Reflection and #CriticalThinking. #FormativeChat

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:47 PM EST

Agree..! Going to use a #visiblethinkingroutine @ShaunDepd : "What makes you say that?" ;) #formativechat

In reply to @ShaunDepd

ShaunDepd Dec 12 @ 7:44 PM EST

A2 I think students can synthesize their thoughts better #formativechat

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:47 PM EST

Totally! And sometimes literally with sticky notes! #formativechat

In reply to @RoweRikW

MrDiMauro Dec 12 @ 7:47 PM EST

Exactly! We need to show others not only how to think, but why it's important #formativechat

In reply to @chew_ed

goformative Dec 12 @ 7:47 PM EST

THIS! #formativechat

theipodteacher Dec 12 @ 7:46 PM EST

A2: Why wonder what a kid is thinking when we can actually see it, hear it, experience it. Tech allows it. @goformative #formativechat
In reply to @goformative

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:47 PM EST

Sure! Let's #MakeItStick with sticky-notes! #Formativechat

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:47 PM EST

Totally! And sometimes literally with sticky notes! #formativechat
In reply to @RoweRikW

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:47 PM EST

Yes! @Rdene915 @davidwkwan @goformative The time for rehearsal & conversations is imperative. Do we plan for this time?! :) #formativechat

In reply to @Rdene915, @davidwkwan, @goformative

gillentinea Dec 12 @ 7:48 PM EST

A2: Visible thinking requires you to support your processing with evidence- assessment is product WITH justification #formativechat

kispypniko Dec 12 @ 7:48 PM EST

#formativechat Niko PYP Coordinator and teacher librarian from Bangkok joining in late

QuianaADarden Dec 12 @ 7:48 PM EST

Definitely. They need to practice it #formativechat

In reply to @aplusedtech

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:48 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative Love this #empoweredlearners #stuvoice #stuchoice

In reply to @RoweRikW, @goformative

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:48 PM EST

used for my parking lot of Q's! Ss could park a Q on the poster board whenever for future inspection by peers/ us! #formativechat

In reply to @RoweRikW

PLloydHenry Dec 12 @ 7:48 PM EST

A2: Sometimes it makes it easier to se where Ss are coming from and how they arrive at their conclusions #formativechat

goformative Dec 12 @ 7:48 PM EST

Q3 is coming! #formativechat

gillentinea Dec 12 @ 7:49 PM EST

No matter what connection- they must explain why- even with nonexamples 💡 #formativechat #makeconnections

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:45 PM EST

A2 - When we're #MakingThinkingVisible, our Learners better "see" the connections and relationships in the learning. #Formativechat

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:49 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative And that Peer collab can do so much good, celebrate success, support, build + CR culture

In reply to @NgP1_tech, @goformative

rechargeedu Dec 12 @ 7:49 PM EST

Here are a few of our favorite digital formative resources. What are we missing? https://t.co/6BH1wYGfqd #formativechat

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:49 PM EST

A2 - After reading #MakeItStick, I've learned that the more retrieval practice Learners do, they more the learning sticks! #Formativechat

QuianaADarden Dec 12 @ 7:48 PM EST

Definitely. They need to practice it #formativechat
In reply to @aplusedtech

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:49 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative can help Ss gain new perspectives, see not just 1 right answer, learn diff #problemsolving skills

In reply to @haseentoe, @goformative

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:49 PM EST

Yes! I learned a fab phrase from @dwmalone in #SFUSD "It won't be perfect, but it will be amazing!" :) #formativechat

aplusedtech Dec 12 @ 7:46 PM EST

A2: visible thinking can look messy, we have to be okay with that! Nothing is perfect when you start working through it #formativechat

NgP1_tech Dec 12 @ 7:50 PM EST

A2: Sometimes visual learners need thoughts & ideas "visible", for deeper thinking to begin #formativechat

theipodteacher Dec 12 @ 7:50 PM EST

A2: visible thinking is the opposite of what many do. We r detectives trying to figure out info from an answer. SEE IT! #formativechat

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:50 PM EST

Welcome back Niko! #formativechat

In reply to @kispypniko

kispypniko Dec 12 @ 7:50 PM EST

A2 making thinking visible enables us to talk about/focus on the thinking process not just the product #formativechat

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:50 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative I have done this often, daily sometimes, reinforces dont need to always answr fast!

In reply to @RewardingEdu, @goformative

gillentinea Dec 12 @ 7:50 PM EST

Yes- sometimes a peer can teach a peer better than a T - if so authentic learning HS happened! Celebrate 🎉 #formativechat

NgP1_tech Dec 12 @ 7:46 PM EST

A1: Sometimes it takes their peers' explanation that results in a S's "aha moment" #formativechat

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:50 PM EST

So true, @NgP1_tech! We have the 'curse of knowledge" Kids really do learn from others in the same spot/ voice #formativechat

NgP1_tech Dec 12 @ 7:46 PM EST

A1: Sometimes it takes their peers' explanation that results in a S's "aha moment" #formativechat

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:50 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative Definitely #reflection is great for building future skills, goal setting, seeing growth

In reply to @ShaunDepd, @goformative

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:51 PM EST

Here we go with Question #3 #formativechat @goformative #edchat

In reply to @goformative

QuianaADarden Dec 12 @ 7:51 PM EST

I've never read that. I'll have to add it to my list. #formativechat

In reply to @RoweRikW

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:51 PM EST

Great Q to consider! Must build in time for making thinking visible! #formativechat

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:47 PM EST

Yes! @Rdene915 @davidwkwan @goformative The time for rehearsal & conversations is imperative. Do we plan for this time?! :) #formativechat
In reply to @Rdene915, @davidwkwan, @goformative

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:51 PM EST

Two of our Learners told me today that they learned best when we Make Thinking Visible! #Formativechat #MHSLearns

senoritawood Dec 12 @ 7:51 PM EST

A2: Teaching #ele, drafting student writing, peer edits, and meeting 1on1 with students is imperative to the learning process #formativechat

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:51 PM EST

#formativechat Great tools in #edtech #edtetchchat to help Ss show what know and can do

In reply to @MichaelBloemsma, @goformative, @nearpod

goformative Dec 12 @ 7:51 PM EST

Q3 is now up in #formativechat !

theipodteacher Dec 12 @ 7:51 PM EST

#formativechat exactly. Sometimes kids get tired of hearing our voice. Fine then. Let someone else explain it.

gillentinea Dec 12 @ 7:50 PM EST
Yes- sometimes a peer can teach a peer better than a T - if so authentic learning HS happened! Celebrate 🎉 #formativechat
- NgP1_tech Dec 12 @ 7:46 PM EST
  
  A1: Sometimes it takes their peers' explanation that results in a S's "aha moment" #formativechat

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:51 PM EST

I like this- good reminder! We use frame from getting the answer... but kids can use frames for finding their thinking, also #formativechat

theipodteacher Dec 12 @ 7:50 PM EST

A2: visible thinking is the opposite of what many do. We r detectives trying to figure out info from an answer. SEE IT! #formativechat

aplusedtech Dec 12 @ 7:51 PM EST

Making thoughts something that can be manipulated can help active learners too! #formativechat

NgP1_tech Dec 12 @ 7:50 PM EST

A2: Sometimes visual learners need thoughts & ideas "visible", for deeper thinking to begin #formativechat

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:52 PM EST

You'll find #MakeItStick reveal aha-moments you never saw coming! #Formativechat

QuianaADarden Dec 12 @ 7:51 PM EST

I've never read that. I'll have to add it to my list. #formativechat
In reply to @RoweRikW

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:52 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative I have had several who do this, I also have done this, can also use #edtech to record thoughts

In reply to @QuianaADarden, @goformative

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:52 PM EST

So true! Important to consider when using #formative assess. #formativechat

kispypniko Dec 12 @ 7:50 PM EST

A2 making thinking visible enables us to talk about/focus on the thinking process not just the product #formativechat

mrterborg Dec 12 @ 7:53 PM EST

If Ss can explain it, it shows a certain level of mastery. #formativechat

In reply to @theipodteacher

scotttraub Dec 12 @ 7:53 PM EST

A3 kind of...having Ss become great questioners enable them to become great learners #formativechat

gillentinea Dec 12 @ 7:53 PM EST

@aplusedtech May also be wrong at first, but practice without penalty will teach Ss 2 think visually #formativechat

In reply to @JillBromen, @dwmalone, @aplusedtech

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:53 PM EST

We can elevate the convos & Qs we already ask..yet we need to plan for it. Making thinking visible is not separate/ add on :) #formativechat

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:51 PM EST
Great Q to consider! Must build in time for making thinking visible! #formativechat
- JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:47 PM EST
  
  Yes! @Rdene915 @davidwkwan @goformative The time for rehearsal & conversations is imperative. Do we plan for this time?! :) #formativechat
  In reply to @Rdene915, @davidwkwan, @goformative

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:53 PM EST

#sblchat #Formativechat

kispypniko Dec 12 @ 7:50 PM EST

A2 making thinking visible enables us to talk about/focus on the thinking process not just the product #formativechat

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:53 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative Welcome Niko!

In reply to @kispypniko, @goformative

chew_ed Dec 12 @ 7:53 PM EST

An #eportfolio goes long way in making thinking visible. Peer feedback on portfolios - do others understand you? @JillBromen #formativechat

In reply to @JillBromen

kispypniko Dec 12 @ 7:53 PM EST

A2 cont. enables Ss to form language to describe their thinking, take steps towards metacognition #formativechat

mrterborg Dec 12 @ 7:53 PM EST

Observation should be one of teachers best tools. #formativechat

In reply to @goformative, @trdollar

RewardingEdu Dec 12 @ 7:53 PM EST

A3 I don't want thinking &class convos to be too routine. Strategies, yes. Rote, no. I want lively, organic, passionate ideas #formativechat

theipodteacher Dec 12 @ 7:53 PM EST

Wasn't that a famous PDF or something? People remember 10% of what they hear and 90% of what they can teach others? #formativechat

mrterborg Dec 12 @ 7:53 PM EST

If Ss can explain it, it shows a certain level of mastery. #formativechat
In reply to @theipodteacher

AESpringstead Dec 12 @ 7:54 PM EST

A3. I'm not. I started to look it up this morning, but then life happened. #formativechat

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:54 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative I am a #visuallearner and do need this sometimes, depending on topic

In reply to @NgP1_tech, @goformative

V_Sojo Dec 12 @ 7:54 PM EST

Late to the party! Educator from India! #formativechat

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:54 PM EST

True! I think sometimes we need also need to show Ss new strategies and this might take planned time #formativechat

In reply to @JillBromen

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:54 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative I have been trying to step aside more & have Ss explain, or restate, in class

In reply to @theipodteacher, @goformative

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:54 PM EST

Very good point.. ! I'm loving the concept heard more lately- #blogfolio... keeping track of thinking & work :) #formativechat

chew_ed Dec 12 @ 7:53 PM EST

An #eportfolio goes long way in making thinking visible. Peer feedback on portfolios - do others understand you? @JillBromen #formativechat
In reply to @JillBromen

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:54 PM EST

A3 - I'm now thinking that a Matching Formative might help to make the thinking more visible. Trying it tomorrow! #Formativechat

senoritawood Dec 12 @ 7:54 PM EST

A3 Think, pair, and share and other activities that get students up, moving, and hashing out their thought processes #formativechat

QuianaADarden Dec 12 @ 7:55 PM EST

Q3 I would love to learn more! #formativechat

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:55 PM EST

#formativechat A3 Great resource for #visiblethinking = @RonRitchhart & “Making Thinking Visible” https://t.co/7w8P8aijm0

In reply to @RonRitchhart

twoguysde Dec 12 @ 7:55 PM EST

Hey all. 2 guys from Delaware. We are educators that make videos for teachers! #formativechat

ShaunDepd Dec 12 @ 7:55 PM EST

A3 Love these questions: What happens if?..What are the reasons?..How do we know?..What can be done..if..? #formativechat

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:55 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative Never too late to join in! We have an hour chat tonight! Welcome!

In reply to @V_Sojo, @goformative

gillentinea Dec 12 @ 7:55 PM EST

A3: Add dimension- #formativechat

MichaelBloemsma Dec 12 @ 7:55 PM EST

A3: Not familiar with Visible Thinking Routines, but learning now! #formativechat

QuianaADarden Dec 12 @ 7:55 PM EST

Thank you! #formativechat

In reply to @trdollar, @RoweRikW, @DigitalPromise

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:55 PM EST

A3 - We use Tic-Tac-Toes, Venn Diagrams, Compare & Contrasts for #MakingThinkingVisible. #Formativechat

NgP1_tech Dec 12 @ 7:56 PM EST

A3: Reminds me of V(isual) T(hinking) S(trategies) that my elementary S's used when analyzing Art -- https://t.co/HB9Po9WwvE #formativechat

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:56 PM EST

#Formativechat - We use a Tic-Tac-Toe often. Using one tomorrow on a Proficiency Ticket!

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:56 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative Yes, always asking Q, keeps curiosity, engagement going, seek more #learning

In reply to @scotttraub, @goformative

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:56 PM EST

#formativechat A3 VTRs help elevate to greater thinking i.e. instead of what did you learn? use "I used to think, but now I..."

ShaunDepd Dec 12 @ 7:56 PM EST

A3a Introducing a topic or exploring ideas..I use "CHALK TALK", "3-2-1-Bridge" #formativechat

chew_ed Dec 12 @ 7:56 PM EST

Love the #blogfolio term! Thanks @JillBromen #formativechat

In reply to @JillBromen

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:56 PM EST

Welcome back Sojo! #formativechat

In reply to @V_Sojo

trdollar Dec 12 @ 7:56 PM EST

Yes! and shared teaching & learning, too. Sharing ownership or learning is so powerful. #FormativeChat

In reply to @mrterborg, @goformative

mrterborg Dec 12 @ 7:57 PM EST

Perhaps .. but I might leave the percentages out of it: https://t.co/m2ugPHzUCn #formativechat

In reply to @theipodteacher

V_Sojo Dec 12 @ 7:57 PM EST

A1: Ability to question and ability to investigate authenticity of information - very important for quality thinking! #formativechat

goformative Dec 12 @ 7:57 PM EST

Ooh! We'd love to hear how this goes! #formativechat

In reply to @RoweRikW

NgP1_tech Dec 12 @ 7:57 PM EST

A3 - re: VTS, Qs include "What do you see that makes you say that?" "What more can we find" #formativechat

goformative Dec 12 @ 7:57 PM EST

#formativechat

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:55 PM EST

#formativechat A3 Great resource for #visiblethinking = @RonRitchhart & “Making Thinking Visible” https://t.co/7w8P8aijm0
In reply to @RonRitchhart

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:57 PM EST

Looking forward to it already... #MakingThinkingVisible. #Formativechat

goformative Dec 12 @ 7:57 PM EST

Ooh! We'd love to hear how this goes! #formativechat
In reply to @RoweRikW

Rdene915 - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:58 PM EST

#formativechat @goformative A3 Yes, indirectly without having the title. Have used some more with #pbl this year, to get Ss thinking more

In reply to @goformative

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:58 PM EST

#formativechat A3 VTR are ways of framing, much like co-op structures i.e.

trdollar Dec 12 @ 7:58 PM EST

A3: I'm always trying to learn more #VisibleThinking strategies-- what are some great resources you suggest :^D #formativechat

goformative Dec 12 @ 7:58 PM EST

Thanks for the visual @RoweRikW #formativechat

In reply to @RoweRikW

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:56 PM EST

#Formativechat - We use a Tic-Tac-Toe often. Using one tomorrow on a Proficiency Ticket!

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:58 PM EST

Cool! How does Chalk Talk work? #formativechat

In reply to @ShaunDepd

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:59 PM EST

#formativechat Headlines is a fav of mine... synthesize info/ can be like a tweet

RoweRikW Dec 12 @ 7:59 PM EST

A3 - In #HSMath, we often use a triangle to compare these different components. Our Learners "see" the connections better! #Formativechat

davidwkwan - Moderator Dec 12 @ 7:59 PM EST

Q4 coming up! #formativechat

twoguysde Dec 12 @ 7:59 PM EST

This new process helps students see their learning, check it out https://t.co/xrkW5DKtxM #formativechat

JillBromen Dec 12 @ 7:59 PM EST

#formativechat Great resource for overview of thnking routines + examples https://t.co/HehVkW0v2H