#oklaed Archive | Participate

aj_hartley1 Mar 19 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to March Madness! #COLchat and #oklaed together to discuss creativity and engagement during the season of assessments!

participatechat Mar 19 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #oklaed by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/PCV0aPuKUs

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #COLchat / #oklaed cross-over chat!!! Please introduce yourself and use both hastags!!!

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to a cross-over of #COLchat & #oklaed! I am moderating along with @MrsBeck25 @coach57 @aj_hartley1 @RodneyHetherton Let's go!

In reply to @MrsBeck25, @coach57, @aj_hartley1, @RodneyHetherton

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to a special #OklaEd and #COLchat! Tonight we will be using both #OklaEd and #COLchat Please introduce yourself!

NoNameRetweeter Mar 19 @ 9:00 PM EDT

ebarnes73 : Excited to be mixing it up with #CoLchat tonight!!! #oklaed (via Twitter https://t.co/zwHCr9Efks)

ebarnes73 Mar 19 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Excited to be mixing it up with #CoLchat tonight!!! #oklaed

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:00 PM EDT

quoted by the nonameretweeter - you go girl. #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @ebarnes73

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Kevin Hime Superintendent #cpsreds excited about tonight's joint #oklaed #colchat

luvstchng Mar 19 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Evening all. I am a Library Media & Information Technology Graduate student @NSU. Looking forward to tonight's chat! #OklaEd

In reply to @nsu

DrTerriOU Mar 19 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Terri Cullen Assoc professor @oueducation #COLchat #oklaed

In reply to @oueducation

watersenglish Mar 19 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Michelle Waters, 9-11th English, Wayne High School #oklaed

JennloweryOU Mar 19 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Jenn Lowery, 6th grade math teacher, Moore, OK #COLchat #oklaed

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Rodney Hetherton #COLchat co-mod Assistant Superintendent @swartz_creek MI #oklaed

In reply to @swartz_creek

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Anne Beck, #edtech #oklaed

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:01 PM EDT

I am too. Welcome! #COLchat #oklaed

In reply to @coach57

ECHSHoward Mar 19 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Hello #oklaed

kellianglley Mar 19 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Kelli, 6th grade ELA, Elgin, OK #COLchat #oklaed

djthoreson Mar 19 @ 9:01 PM EDT

#oklaed #colchat Debbie Thoreson, P of 1st grade girl, T of English 3 & AP, Dewey High School

DaveWheeler11 Mar 19 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Dave Wheeler, Thompson ND. Hope I'm still good to join in #colchat #oklaed

kennethdward Mar 19 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Kenny Ward principal @bridge_creek_ms #oklaed

In reply to @Bridge_Creek_MS

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Meghan Loyd, MS Vocal Music. Arkansas native currently crying in a corner. #oklaed

thnorfar Mar 19 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Math T at NWC in @OKCPS. This is going to be sooo good. #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @OKCPS

angietaylor Mar 19 @ 9:01 PM EDT

angie taylor moore band #oklaed

1ShirleneMT Mar 19 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Shirlene Murr-Thompson HS Biology student teacher in Noble, OK finishing up on some lesson plans tonight #COLchat #oklaed

STLinOK Mar 19 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Amy Presley - History T w/ Broken Arrow HS #oklaed #COLchat

bettie_sue Mar 19 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Bettie Sue McCaw, Early Childhood Education student @oueducation, participating in my first chat tonight. #oklaed #COLchat #ECECohort11

In reply to @oueducation

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Anne Beck, #edtech Excited for tonight!! #oklaed #COLchat

jasonbengs Mar 19 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Jason Bengs #cpsreds tech director #oklaed #colchat

Nicole_Bauman10 Mar 19 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#COLchat #OklaEd Nicole Bauman-Elementary Principal-Lindsay

MrsHime Mar 19 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Steph Hime ELL/EdTech/GT/AP #swelem #cpsreds #oklaed

jackson5th6th Mar 19 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Kylie Jackson, 5/6 Reading in Clinton. #oklaed

dena_rogers Mar 19 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Dena Rogers- counselor/athletic facilitator #oklaed #colchat

ProfeSteiner Mar 19 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Good Evening. Krista Steiner Middle School Spanish Teacher in Clinton, OK checking in for #oklaed & #colchat #cpsreds

ChrisParadise Mar 19 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Christie Paradise, 2nd grade, Mid-Del. #OklaEd #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Michele- #COLchat moderator, @MorrishDragons principal, wife, mom, amateur rapper #Oklaed

In reply to @MorrishDragons

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#COLchat #oklaed

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Meghan Loyd, MS Vocal Music. Arkansas native currently crying in a corner. #oklaed

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Scott Director of Instructional Technology with @usaodrovers #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @usaodrovers

angietaylor Mar 19 @ 9:02 PM EDT

feeling uncool what is #colchat? #oklaed

WhitneyOU11 Mar 19 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Whitney, Junior at OU-Tulsa studying Early Childhood Ed. excited about the chat crossover #oklaed #COLchat

thnorfar Mar 19 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Welcome!! Don’t try to look at everything is my best advice #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @bettie_sue

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#oklaed please add #colchat to your tweet during tonight's chat

grendelrick Mar 19 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Rick Cobb, Mid-Del Schools superintendent, education blogger, and @SNU_MAEL adjunct professor #COLchat #oklaed

In reply to @SNU_MAEL

MrsSearcy112 Mar 19 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Happy Sunday, #oklaed & #COLchat! Lara with #NSUEngEd in Tahlequah, OK. But if I had to live anywhere else... it would be Ft Collins, CO.

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to a special #OklaEd and #COLchat! Tonight we will be using both #OklaEd and #COLchat Please introduce yourself!

jlreed2011 Mar 19 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Jack Reed, Assistant Principal @OKCPS #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @OKCPS

edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Good evening #oklaed #colchat Rob Miller, Asst Supt, Sand Springs. If we're talking about testing, I'm loaded for bear!

JanalynTaylor Mar 19 @ 9:03 PM EDT

#oklaed #COLchat Janalyn Taylor, Clinton principal

madog94 Mar 19 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Matthew skinner intermediate math at US Grant. Currently in MAEL program at SNU#COLchat #oklaed

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Ha! #COLchat is Culture Of Learning Chat @COLchat2Action #oklaed

In reply to @angietaylor, @COLchat2Action

gabshere Mar 19 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Glen Abshere, Elem Principal, Claremore Public Schools, District Test Coordinator,#COLchat #oklaed

thnorfar Mar 19 @ 9:03 PM EDT

You are a rapper?? How COOL! #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @MicheleCorbat, @MorrishDragons

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:03 PM EDT

culture of learning = COL #COLchat #oklaed

In reply to @angietaylor

KimberBlodgett Mar 19 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Kim, I teach 5th graders, obsessed with #marchmadness sad for spring break to end! #oklaed #COLchat

FatCatArtist Mar 19 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Drew Robinson, Tulsa Public Schools, Online Content Coordinator #oklaed #COLchat

bakerleft Mar 19 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Aaron Baker, U.S. History, Del Crest Middle. #oklaed #colchat

HackneyCindy Mar 19 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Cindy Hackney, Superintendent, Anadarko Schools... brand new puppy but will try to keep up! #oklaed

MPSTechnology Mar 19 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Jun Kim, Dir. of Tech. Moore #oklaed

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Ummmm, not really. :) #COLchat #oklaed

In reply to @thnorfar, @MorrishDragons

ebarnes73 Mar 19 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Oh boy...if you thought #oklaed chat moved fast...Tonight is going to be cray cray #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:04 PM EDT

American students are drowning in standardized tests. https://t.co/XfoCfy2zNc #COLchat #Oklaed

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:04 PM EDT

American students are drowning in standardized tests. https://t.co/BzwszpZiCF #COLchat #Oklaed

shetherington13 Mar 19 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Sandy Hetherington @ Davis Middle School #oklaed

DRich0696 Mar 19 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Dave in Iowa joining...what is this thing called #COLchat #oklaed - HS social studies

JasonPerez75 Mar 19 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Jason Perez, Executive Director of TLE @oksde #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @oksde

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:04 PM EDT

I'm already getting dizzy watching tweetdeck scroll. #COLchat #Oklaed

ebarnes73 Mar 19 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Oh boy...if you thought #oklaed chat moved fast...Tonight is going to be cray cray #COLchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:04 PM EDT

She will probably try tonight. #COLchat #oklaed

In reply to @MicheleCorbat, @thnorfar, @MorrishDragons

JMaxey1 Mar 19 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Jody Maxey 8th Comp Apps Tuttle MS #colchat #oklaed

juscallmemrdean Mar 19 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Jason Dean, MS Tech Teacher, Not located in OK or CO #oklaed #colchat

McDonaldClay Mar 19 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Clay McDonald, Principal, Piedmont (OK) Middle School #Colchat #oklaed

thnorfar Mar 19 @ 9:04 PM EDT

I used to be at US Grant. Love that school #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @madog94

HartfordJimmy Mar 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Jimmy Hartford, Mathematico at Cushing HS #COLchat #oklaed

mrjoshflores Mar 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Josh Flores, Multiple Choice Test Fanboy. #oklaed colchat

MsBayleeAnthony Mar 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hey Y'all! I'm currently a student at OU studying early childhood education. #oklaed

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hey #Oklaed - FYI #COLchat does not have anything to do with Colorado. We are 3 eds in Michigan bldg a Culture Of Learning :)

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT

its a combo chat tonight with #oklaed and #colchat it has the possibility of being #epic

In reply to @DRich0696

DRich0696 Mar 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Don't kid us - you're a professional rapper! #COLchat #oklaed

In reply to @MicheleCorbat

KathySDunn Mar 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT

#oklaed Kathy Dunn, Mid-Del Assistant Superintendent

MsBayleeAnthony Mar 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hey Y'all! I'm currently a student at OU studying early childhood education. #oklaed

JasonPerez75 Mar 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Worth mentioning again #oklaed #COLchat

JasonPerez75 Mar 12 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Shameless promotion #1: Join us March 25th for EdCamp Administrators in Edmond! https://t.co/egOcWJXCes #oklaed #EdCampAdmin

Biobellrocks Mar 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Renee Bell, Teacher, Del City High School #oklaed #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Shhhh, don't give away my secrets. #COLchat #Oklaed

In reply to @DRich0696

GauntTonya Mar 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Good evening! Tonya Gaunt ,Tech Integration, Clinton OK, #cpsreds #oklaed #COLchat

jssclynn Mar 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Jessica Bickford, Guymon Central Jr. High Library Media Specialist. 📚 #oklaed

room20awesome Mar 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Jennifer, 1st grade, Moore #oklaed

OAESP1 Mar 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Don't miss elem & middle level Principals' Day @ the Capitol on 3/21! Advocate for #oklaed! RSVP/Register here: https://t.co/oGvSAouqb8

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hi Dave!! Yep, two hashtags tonight. #OklaEd and COLchat :)

In reply to @DRich0696

ejbband21 Mar 19 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Eric Bates band director Oklahoma Union schools #oklaed

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Please use BOTH hashtags in our chat tonight #COLchat #oklaed

JayePelley Mar 19 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Ready to be back tomorrow and start our unit on insects!!! #oklaed #iteachprek #teachlikeme 🦋🐝🐞🐜

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Love when hashtags collide! Bethany, lead learner from Arkansas. #oklaed #colchat

WhitneyOU11 Mar 19 @ 9:06 PM EDT

I agree! I see kids fretting testing everyday at work. #oklaed #COLchat #ECECohort11

In reply to @MicheleCorbat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1 You keep the focus on creativity by being intentional. Prioritize. #COLchat #oklaed

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Welcome! Glad you are with us! #MarchMadness #AssessmentMadness #COLChat #Oklaed

In reply to @bethhill2829

jcbjr Mar 19 @ 9:07 PM EDT

John Bennett, Emeritus Engineering faculty, Midlothian Virginia #oklaed

SparkyTeaching Mar 19 @ 9:07 PM EDT

For educators *with* spark *who* spark & principals w/ principles! https://t.co/6CWheptN1V #txeduchat #oklaed #iaedchat #rethinkhighschool

grendelrick Mar 19 @ 9:08 PM EDT

We'd love to have you in Mid-Del! #oklaed #MDPurpose

MsBayleeAnthony Mar 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hey Y'all! I'm currently a student at OU studying early childhood education. #oklaed

aj_hartley1 Mar 19 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: Take advantage of the times you can control during March (and April) Madness and allow Ss to create/collaborate #COLchat #oklaed

KathySDunn Mar 19 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#oklaed #COLchat Not fairing well tonight. So far I broke the garage door and posted my greeting on a Retweet of @MsBayleeAnthony.

KathySDunn Mar 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT
#oklaed Kathy Dunn, Mid-Del Assistant Superintendent
- MsBayleeAnthony Mar 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT
  
  Hey Y'all! I'm currently a student at OU studying early childhood education. #oklaed

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: March brings lots of weather changes and spring break, so we have to tap into kids' interests even more to engage. #colchat #oklaed

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Did not know that #oklaed #colchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hey #Oklaed - FYI #COLchat does not have anything to do with Colorado. We are 3 eds in Michigan bldg a Culture Of Learning :)

kellianglley Mar 19 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 We continue as usual and don't stop and just test prep.Hopefully the year has prepared them. #COLchat #oklaed

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Q1: We are heading into spring assessment “March Madness” season. What ways do you keep the focus on creativity? #okaled #COLchat

TwyllaHester Mar 19 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Twylla Hester, AP at PC West. Gonna try to keep up via phone tonight while traveling #COLchat #oklaed

DaveWheeler11 Mar 19 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1) We have some visitors to our school from a nearby university to share information on the galaxy 2 days this week. #colchat #oklaed

FatCatArtist Mar 19 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 I'm a big fan of using the design thinking process to get kids excited about the world! #oklaed #COLchat

edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Did I miss Q1? #oklaed #colchat

charissacole Mar 19 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Hi - I am Charissa lead learner From AL #colchat #oklaed

OMLEA1 Mar 19 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Register and join us for a day of advocacy! https://t.co/4zSXSUR2qN #oklaed

drewprice11 Mar 19 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Drew Price - #OKCPS PD Department - #COLchat #oklaed

1ShirleneMT Mar 19 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Did is miss the first question? #COLchat #oklaed

jackson5th6th Mar 19 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: Let students have a voice/choice in their learning experiences. #oklaed #colchat

angietaylor Mar 19 @ 9:09 PM EDT

i see a1 but missed q1 #oklaed #colchat

grendelrick Mar 19 @ 9:09 PM EDT

I just thought you were recruiting. I was fine with that. #oklaed

In reply to @KathySDunn, @MsBayleeAnthony

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: As little test prep as possible. We do the required interim assessments-rest of time for authentic learning. #oklaed #colchat

claudiaann12854 Mar 19 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Claudia Winters, JH principal Guymon #oklaed

teachoklahoma Mar 19 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Congrats to my good friend @jzweiac on his move from @okcareertech to @MeridianTech. Continue to impact #oklaed and #OKACTE my friend!

MrsLSpyres Mar 19 @ 9:09 PM EDT

I missed Q1 #colchat#oklaed #oklaed

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:09 PM EDT

#oklaed

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Q1: We are heading into spring assessment “March Madness” season. What ways do you keep the focus on creativity? #okaled #COLchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:09 PM EDT

there are four of us. Me, @coach57 @RodneyHetherton @MicheleCorbat and @aj_hartley1 #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @dena_rogers, @coach57, @RodneyHetherton, @MicheleCorbat, @aj_hartley1

WDTK33 Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 I continue on as usual, while remembering that it is a stressful time for students #oklaed #COLchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A) Be purposeful in your time allocation. Make space for creativity, choice, & voice! #COLchat #oklaed

DaveWheeler11 Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1) Also, we don't put over emphasize assessment like we used to. Take them, do your best, keep moving!! #colchat #oklaed

MPSTechnology Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#oklaed #COLchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Q1: We are heading into spring assessment “March Madness” season. What ways do you keep the focus on creativity? #okaled #COLchat

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: we sing Hamilton and Justin Timberlake #COLchat #oklaed

AssignmentHelpN Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#hsgovchat #iaedchat #oklaed #probchat #txeduchat Top 10 Books for Studying Macroeconomics https://t.co/KoxqyfE0AZ

room20awesome Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT

I think I missed Q1...can someone help with a retweet?? #COLchat #oklaed

gabshere Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#COLchat #oklaed

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Q1: We are heading into spring assessment “March Madness” season. What ways do you keep the focus on creativity? #okaled #COLchat

1ShirleneMT Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT

thank you #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @MicheleCorbat

jssclynn Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1. Our teachers are coming into the library to discuss ways to keep creativity in their lessons. I enjoy the collaboration #oklaed #colchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q1: We are heading into spring assessment “March Madness” season. What ways do you keep the focus on creativity? #oklaed #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT

YESSSSSS! #Winner #COLchat #oklaed

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: we sing Hamilton and Justin Timberlake #COLchat #oklaed

grendelrick Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 De-emphasize state testing. You can't have creativity in a test-driven climate. #oklaed #COLchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Q1: We are heading into spring assessment “March Madness” season. What ways do you keep the focus on creativity? #okaled #COLchat

Nicole_Bauman10 Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#oklaed #COLchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Q1: We are heading into spring assessment “March Madness” season. What ways do you keep the focus on creativity? #okaled #COLchat

ebarnes73 Mar 19 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: We are writing books right now. Writing, sequence, art, plot, setting, characters...check #oklaed #COLchat

jcbjr Mar 19 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#oklaed Not even sure what / who that is... Sorry, no.

In reply to @ebarnes73

collums_dawn Mar 19 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Dawn Collums , OKCPS @SNU_MAEL #oklaed tardy to the party ;)

In reply to @SNU_MAEL

angietaylor Mar 19 @ 9:11 PM EDT

a1 first i make sure all the computers are working #oklaed #colchat then i blame all problems on @MPSTechnology

In reply to @MPSTechnology

KimberBlodgett Mar 19 @ 9:11 PM EDT

My singing and dancing usually does it although my hubs would disagree! #COLchat #oklaed

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q1: We are heading into spring assessment “March Madness” season. What ways do you keep the focus on creativity? #oklaed #COLchat

djthoreson Mar 19 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: Second semester is mostly about research, but then creativity comes out! #oklaed #COLchat

jlreed2011 Mar 19 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1) Quit focusing on testing and teach. Good teaching is creative and inspires. #oklaed #COLchat

bakerleft Mar 19 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: Don't believe in lying to Ss. May not tell them everything, but let them know that so many things are more important. #oklaed #COLchat

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:11 PM EDT

choir teacher life!!! #COLChat #oklaed

In reply to @MicheleCorbat

mrjoshflores Mar 19 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1 Do a lesson requiring students to research & report on the effects of stress & achievement in anything. Require a Kahoot #Oklaed #COLchat

room20awesome Mar 19 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1 When I taught a testing grade..Focus in students growth! Encourage Ss to use learning to create and share. #oklaed

Biobellrocks Mar 19 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: There is still plenty of super cool Biology to cover! We just venture on. Test prep right before but not before that! #oklaed #COLchat

jssclynn Mar 19 @ 9:11 PM EDT

I feel too much pressure to perform well to no over emphasize #oklaed #colchat

DaveWheeler11 Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1) Also, we don't put over emphasize assessment like we used to. Take them, do your best, keep moving!! #colchat #oklaed

MPSTechnology Mar 19 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Tech THAT and a bag of memory Chips! #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @angietaylor

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: Lots of choice writing to encourage kids to write more content, even though test requires to respond to a prompt. #oklaed #colchat

KathySDunn Mar 19 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Well, actually!! There is no shame in my actions!! #oklaed

grendelrick Mar 19 @ 9:09 PM EDT

I just thought you were recruiting. I was fine with that. #oklaed
In reply to @KathySDunn, @MsBayleeAnthony

STLinOK Mar 19 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: no choice on the test, but get inventive on getting ready: APWH themed "Whose Line" & therapy dog visits to de-stress #COLchat #oklaed

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1) I always use creativity - testing never stopped me..#oklaed #COLchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Sorry folks! Hoping I can spell #oklaed right for the rest of the night 😂😂 #colchat

JennloweryOU Mar 19 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1) If we find a way to apply our math to areas outside the class and make it relevant, the testing takes care of itself. #COLchat #oklaed

jackson5th6th Mar 19 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: give students some voice/choice in their learning. It is their turn to take the lead and show what they know! #oklaed #colchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Testing doesn't stop me! #BAM #COLchat #Oklaed

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1) I always use creativity - testing never stopped me..#oklaed #COLchat

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Research show students learn more when having fun creativity is fun #oklaed #colchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q1: We are heading into spring assessment “March Madness” season. What ways do you keep the focus on creativity? #oklaed #COLchat

collums_dawn Mar 19 @ 9:12 PM EDT

You go girl !!#oklaed

KimberBlodgett Mar 19 @ 9:11 PM EDT
My singing and dancing usually does it although my hubs would disagree! #COLchat #oklaed
- MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT
  
  Q1: We are heading into spring assessment “March Madness” season. What ways do you keep the focus on creativity? #oklaed #COLchat

kennethdward Mar 19 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1 don't make what we do about the test. It's about the learning & the experience of learning #colchat #oklaed

jcbjr Mar 19 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#oklaed #colchat I did...

1ShirleneMT Mar 19 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Did is miss the first question? #COLchat #oklaed

angmlittle Mar 19 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Angela Little | Edmond @WFWildcats06 Parent | Business Analyst | Public Ed Advocate | #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @WFWildcats06

choosito Mar 19 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1 Allow time for the students to explore, discuss, & build upon a topic of their choice. #COLchat #oklaed

MrsHime Mar 19 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: Time, purposeful planning, intentional lessons that allow for innovation #colchat #oklaed

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:13 PM EDT

*ahem…In #Oklaed its #Bamsauce… #COLchat

In reply to @MicheleCorbat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Be intentional! #COLchat #Oklaed

MrsHime Mar 19 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: Time, purposeful planning, intentional lessons that allow for innovation #colchat #oklaed

bettie_sue Mar 19 @ 9:13 PM EDT

I am an ECE student, can you explain "design thinking process?" #COLchat #oklaed #ECECohort11

In reply to @FatCatArtist

madog94 Mar 19 @ 9:13 PM EDT

I have used probability research problems to find possible winners in march #oklaed #colchat

edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: Teach kid 2 creatively bubble answers. Do some left to right, top to bottom, circular motion, pencil dots... #oklaed #colchat

MPSTechnology Mar 19 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: Use to crank up the music just a bit louder during freshmen lunch! #oklaed #COLchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Ha! #Bamsauce #COLchat #oklaed

In reply to @TeachFromHere, @MicheleCorbat

WhitneyOU11 Mar 19 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: I like for the children to stay focused on activities they enjoy, like art creativity music, etc. #oklaed #COLchat #ECECohort11

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: We cannot let off of intentional planning for authentic learning experiences. Learn until the #lastbell #oklaed #colchat

SethMeier Mar 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1) Team Cup Challenge the Grade-level teams compete through the month with various activities. Winner gets field day, snocones, etc #oklaed

sulphurmiddle Mar 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Steven Pyle. Sulphur Middle School Principal #oklaed

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Crank up the music! #COLchat #oklaed

MPSTechnology Mar 19 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: Use to crank up the music just a bit louder during freshmen lunch! #oklaed #COLchat

charlong11 Mar 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT

wow 112?! That is shocking. #COLchat #oklaed

In reply to @MicheleCorbat

thnorfar Mar 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1: have students create songs or videos to represent explain topics at a deeper level #oklaed #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q2: Education has continued to be standardized, how do you personalize learning for your students? #oklaed #COLchat

ChrisParadise Mar 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1) Let go of the idea that we are at all sane, be willing to let go of my idea of what the lesson should be &listen to Ss. #OklaEd #COLchat

charissacole Mar 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1: #STEAM lessons, have kids write about interests using technology, promote using @Seesaw and on school news #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @Seesaw

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2 Get to know our students. Find out their interests and passions. Let them tap into these in their learning. #COLchat #Oklaed

aj_hartley1 Mar 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: Get to know each S and give them ownership in learning by allowing various ways to check for understanding. #COLchat #oklaed

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2) #Flipclass and #gamification #Oklaed #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q2: Education has continued to be standardized, how do you personalize learning for your students? #oklaed #COLchat

massignmenthelp Mar 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#hsgovchat #iaedchat #oklaed #probchat #txeduchat #mnmasa 5 Daily Habits that will Boost your GPA https://t.co/P32ItfDV0A

Jmann405 Mar 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1 tests? What tests? #oklaed #COLchat

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT

And this makes me sad. Choice reading/writing is a MUST. Meet kids where they are, but challenge. Intervene if necessary. #oklaed #colchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q2: Education has continued to be standardized, how do you personalize learning for your students? #okaled #COLchat

djthoreson Mar 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1b: This is also a time to get students ready for next year: Socratic seminars, etc. :-) #oklaed #COLchat I'm going to miss my EOI...

gabshere Mar 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#oklaed #colchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q2: Education has continued to be standardized, how do you personalize learning for your students? #oklaed #COLchat

yankee_todd Mar 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1: remember that great instruction is key to assessments! #oklaed #colchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q1: We are heading into spring assessment “March Madness” season. What ways do you keep the focus on creativity? #oklaed #COLchat

thnorfar Mar 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: I start by getting to know them and how they best learn & demonstrate it #oklaed #COLchat

DRich0696 Mar 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: Focus on standards but vary the content applied and let students choose too. #COLchat #oklaed

kellianglley Mar 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2 We discuss personal growth goals. Not everyone is the same, but we can all improve. #COLchat #oklaed

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q2: Education has continued to be standardized, how do you personalize learning for your students? #oklaed #COLchat

TwyllaHester Mar 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1) De-emphasize the test.This year is crazy anyway.Focus on teaching and loving on the kids.That makes all the difference. #COLchat #oklaed

shetherington13 Mar 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1 Games, high energy, competition, anyway possible to keep the Ss attention on the Testing Championship! #oklaed

FatCatArtist Mar 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT

It helps identify problems & brainstorm ways to address them... Check out this article: https://t.co/dSSeBzwgFj #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @bettie_sue

1ShirleneMT Mar 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT

a1) not in my own classroom yet but I think just being intentional with time #COLchat #oklaed

drewprice11 Mar 19 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: you incorporate choice in how students receive and produce information #oklaed #colchat

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Teachers should insert their personality into instruction #oklaed #colchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q2: Education has continued to be standardized, how do you personalize learning for your students? #oklaed #COLchat

SethMeier Mar 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Seth, asst principal for @Jarman_Rockets and @middelnews. Spring Break/right now is filled w/ sleep regression for our 1 year old! 😜 #oklaed

In reply to @Jarman_Rockets, @middelnews

ejbband21 Mar 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A1) Students are writing variations on musical themes #oklaed #COLchat

teacherman82 Mar 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2: My creative writing students pick their own topics within genre units. They pick which pieces to read aloud. #oklaed

WDTK33 Mar 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2 follow up questions and rewording questions to gauge understanding instead of memorization #oklaed #colchat

MrsLSpyres Mar 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2: love the ideas to get Ss involved in planning lessons. #oklaed #colchat #oklaed

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2: Being a Choir teacher is the bomb. I have standards but I just have all the fun. #oklaed #COLchat

jssclynn Mar 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2. Find what is relevent to your students. Get to know your students to know what matters. #oklaed #colchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT

absolutely!!! #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @yankee_todd

jasonbengs Mar 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2 Choice-allow students to choose the tools or ways they can respond to a prompt/assignment. #colchat #oklaed

mrskerrs_class Mar 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Rebecca, 3rd grade OKCPS joining late tonight! #oklaed

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Our library teacher just ordered some @scratch materials! Also use https://t.co/n6VeVpfpMy, Osmos, Ozobots to engage. #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @scratch

jlreed2011 Mar 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2) In my clsrm I used inquiry based learning and used current issues in the community. #oklaed #COLchat

DaveWheeler11 Mar 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2) I see character pieces we teach our S's as a personalized part of learning. responsibility/respect can be this. #colchat #oklaed

mooret11 Mar 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2:reminding teachers that when the door shuts they ARE the system for kids in front of them. They can change the system. #COLchat #OklaEd

ebarnes73 Mar 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT

#studentvoice #studentchoice added everywhere I can possibly allow. Even w/in projects the Ss choose topics that suit them #oklaed #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q2: Education has continued to be standardized, how do you personalize learning for your students? #oklaed #COLchat

mrsmcreading Mar 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2)Educ is as standardized as you make it. Objectives and pacing guides are just signposts along the journey. #oklaed #COLchat

STLinOK Mar 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2: "curric" first several days is the kids themselves. Getting to know them & developing community #oklaed

madog94 Mar 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2 I really just listen to them. I feel like that's what they really want #oklaed #colchat

JennloweryOU Mar 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2) Finding different formats for students to respond to their learning is a must! #COLchat #oklaed

DRich0696 Mar 19 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: Student choice of novels in HS USHistory with lit circles integrated. #COLchat #oklaed

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: Allowing kids to choose how to learn something is HUGE. Currently working on this, varying ways to show learning. #oklaed #colchat

ChrisParadise Mar 19 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2) How do you not? I teach mini-lessons to small groups and let conversation flow. We work with our interests. #OklaEd #COLchat

edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: Not sure anyone can answer this well in a tweet. Have to know your kids and meet them where they're at. Adapt. #oklaed #COLchat

djthoreson Mar 19 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: Project-based learning is what I'm trying this year. Individualized learning on topics they're interested in. #oklaed #COLchat

1ShirleneMT Mar 19 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2) get to know your students, find examples that will resonate with them #COLchat #oklaed

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:17 PM EDT

So many ppl sharing about CHOICE in learning. Adults want/need this. Ss do too. #COLchat #Oklaed

charissacole Mar 19 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A1: Ss share learning targets, writing, projects, & test prep strategist on the school news. They ❤️ it!! #colchat #oklaed

MrRogersTech Mar 19 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A1) make learning fun. Cover the material in a fun way. #oklaed #colchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Q1: We are heading into spring assessment “March Madness” season. What ways do you keep the focus on creativity? #okaled #COLchat

FatCatArtist Mar 19 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2 I think that technology can help personalize learning and allow Ss to bring their passions into the mix! #oklaed #COLchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:17 PM EDT

#listen #COLchat #oklaed

madog94 Mar 19 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2 I really just listen to them. I feel like that's what they really want #oklaed #colchat

KimberBlodgett Mar 19 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Let's be real we are going to teach them to pass the test. We have two weeks! This is crunch time! #oklaed #COLchat

juscallmemrdean Mar 19 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A1:Following the ISTE standards allows me2 come up with my own way of meeting the skillThankfully not in a box like many Ts #Colchat #oklaed

DaveWheeler11 Mar 19 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2) in our SBG work, the personalized piece is still growing. Still defining proficiency for all S's now. #colchat #oklaed

angmlittle Mar 19 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A1) At home, I make sure to keep their confidence high and plan fun activities they can look 4ward to each day/week. #oklaed #colchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q1: We are heading into spring assessment “March Madness” season. What ways do you keep the focus on creativity? #oklaed #COLchat

jackson5th6th Mar 19 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: I've been focusing on unmotivated readers and helping them find books/interests so they can learn to ❤ reading. #oklaed #colchat

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: We cannot take away teacher autonomy just because it is testing season...can't force things upon them. #oklaed #colchat

Jmann405 Mar 19 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2 bring their culture/interest in to the classroom/learning. Make it familiar #oklaed #COLchat

bakerleft Mar 19 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: Engage, debate, discuss, challenge - make it / take it personal. #oklaed #COLchat

ShelbyJr3 Mar 19 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Shelby, Ok, English. Ss experience lit on a deeply personal level, so sometimes I personalize it w/o trying #oklaed

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q2: Education has continued to be standardized, how do you personalize learning for your students? #oklaed #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Take this opportunity to build your PLN with the #COLchat #Oklaed cross-over. #learn #connect

choosito Mar 19 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2 Encourage choice and a powerful voice while providing resources that can lead the kids to their personal goals. #COLchat #oklaed

lsmellott Mar 19 @ 9:18 PM EDT

#oklaed #colchat A2:My Ss chose their topic to read, write, & present about for the whole year. They plan, organize, implement, & present.

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Getting to know who your students are and where they come from Helps as well #oklaed #colchat

kennethdward Mar 19 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2 Standards & standardized test don't prevent individualized learning? Don't place barriers that aren't required/needed! #COLchat #oklaed

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:18 PM EDT

My friend @kstev320 and I used to take the first week and do team building #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @STLinOK, @kstev320

PrincipalNyberg Mar 19 @ 9:18 PM EDT

a1. It's time to start thinking about next year, so for me I love this time of the year. I'm like a mad scientist in the lab. #oklaed

MrsHime Mar 19 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: Grouping, projects, digging deeper, creating, reflecting #colchat #oklaed

dena_rogers Mar 19 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2- build relationships, S’s work for T’s who they know want them to succeed and have their best interest at heart #oklaed #colchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q2: Education has continued to be standardized, how do you personalize learning for your students? #oklaed #COLchat

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:18 PM EDT

dancing goes a long way. #oklaed #COLChat

In reply to @edgeblogger

teacherman82 Mar 19 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A1: To start back after spring break, I'm inviting my students to write about a SB memory...in script form. #oklaed

room20awesome Mar 19 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2 Standards are the roadmap, it's our job to make the journey meaningful and engaging. Give kids voice, ownership... #oklaed

SpringBruins Mar 19 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Spring Bruins 1st grade Western Oaks Elementary #colchat #oklaed

KathySDunn Mar 19 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: #oklaed #COLchat Let's start with personal conversations with Ss. Find out what they know, what they want to learn. What clicks with Ss.

Biobellrocks Mar 19 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: Standards are important but our relationships w/Ss is more so. It's OUR classroom and we own it! #oklaed #colchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Do these tests take time from individualized learning? #COLchat #Oklaed

In reply to @kennethdward

amthom5 Mar 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT

@jackson5th6th, I agree. Let them show you what they know in a creative way. They have good ideas too. #oklaed #COLchat #ECECohort11

In reply to @jackson5th6th

SethMeier Mar 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2) Choice. 6th grade did cross-curriculum unit about recreating a dystopian society, b/c that grade fell in love w/ The Giver #oklaed

stephoni Mar 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Stephoni Case SNU Ed Leadership @SNU_MAEL #oklaed

In reply to @SNU_MAEL

mrjoshflores Mar 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2 Go to the source & get feedback from the Ss. No, not their test results. Real feedback from a profresh T&S partnership #oklaed #colchat

tchingelements Mar 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Joining late! This is Heather, a Sci T from Norman. #oklaed

drewprice11 Mar 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT

a2: Standards aren't the enemy - to creativity. We can teacher standards AND allow students to be creative #oklaed #COLchat

GauntTonya Mar 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: Know the students interests and Incorporate activities that both students and teachers love...passion shows #oklaed #COLchat

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Teacher Autonomy is key to success in the classroom. #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @bethhill2829

JasonPerez75 Mar 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: Students before scores. The end. #oklaed #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Welcome! Please use both hashtags #COLchat and #Oklaed for our epic cross-over chat!

In reply to @tchingelements

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: My friend @SteeleThoughts says it perfectly. #oklaed #colchat #JoyfulLeaders

In reply to @SteeleThoughts

mrskerrs_class Mar 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A1: using games such as ZAP to review instead of traditional test prep! #COLchat #oklaed

kellianglley Mar 19 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Absolutely. Standards are a road map. What we do along the way is up to the teacher and students. #COLchat #oklaed

drewprice11 Mar 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT

a2: Standards aren't the enemy - to creativity. We can teacher standards AND allow students to be creative #oklaed #COLchat

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Sure is! Now...if we can just get the world to realize that: :) #oklaed #colchat

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Teacher Autonomy is key to success in the classroom. #oklaed #COLchat
In reply to @bethhill2829

WhitneyOU11 Mar 19 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2: Follow child focus this helps keep the learning more individualized to their interested, also small groups #oklaed #COLchat #ECECohort11

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q2: Education has continued to be standardized, how do you personalize learning for your students? #oklaed #COLchat

grendelrick Mar 19 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 Standards are standardized; instruction is quite individualized. No two Ts and no two Ss are the same. #COLchat #oklaed

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q2: Education has continued to be standardized, how do you personalize learning for your students? #oklaed #COLchat

kennethdward Mar 19 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Too much so let's not take even more with test prep & such. Have fun teaching & S's will have fun learning #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @MicheleCorbat

MrRogersTech Mar 19 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2) Make the content relevant to their life. #oklaed #colchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q2: Education has continued to be standardized, how do you personalize learning for your students? #oklaed #COLchat

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#BAMsauce right here —>> Time to take over the world #oklaed #COLchat

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Sure is! Now...if we can just get the world to realize that: :) #oklaed #colchat
- TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT
  
  Teacher Autonomy is key to success in the classroom. #oklaed #COLchat
  In reply to @bethhill2829

STLinOK Mar 19 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2(b): I will say that this time of year the curric lends better to LCLs b/c it's relevant to THEM, Ss have a viewpoint #colchat #oklaed

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Those joining late please use both #COLchat and #oklaed

tchingelements Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2 IMO personalized learning also means providing specific feedback 2 meet needs of that student #oklaed #COLchat

TwyllaHester Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT

I try to encourage Ts to remember learning happens all year not just one unit at a time. Let kids learn at their pace. #COLchat #oklaed

grendelrick Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT

This. Is. #MDPurpose #COLchat #oklaed

SethMeier Mar 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2) Choice. 6th grade did cross-curriculum unit about recreating a dystopian society, b/c that grade fell in love w/ The Giver #oklaed

FatCatArtist Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Personalizing learning involves giving choices around time, place & pace...I try to model this for Ts when I design my PDs. #oklaed #COLchat

mrjoshflores Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT

If you want PD credits, go to a breakout session. If you want to learn and think, podcast with an #oklaed teacher! https://t.co/Z6LmSnJrvJ

ebarnes73 Mar 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Listen to @mrjoshflores podcast at edcamp about the giver LOL
In reply to @SethMeier, @mrjoshflores

phhscience Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2 Ss - Tt relationships are more important than rigor, relevance ,technology . Ss will learn if they believe T care about them. #oklaed

burtontalisha1 Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Hello first time on here. I am a first year in masters library media program at NSU. #COLchat #oklaed

dena_rogers Mar 19 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2 - Give S's freedom of choice. Allow S’s to choose format of reports. Video, Prezi, Powerpoint, Google Dock, Song #oklaed #Colchat

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:22 PM EDT

can I get an amen!!! #COLChat #oklaed

In reply to @grendelrick

JennWillTeach Mar 19 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A1: #oklaed Each Friday my Ss will have Genius Hour. That's how I balance all the soul sucking test prep.

jackson5th6th Mar 19 @ 9:22 PM EDT

We prepped hard before spring break, we are going back normal these next 3 weeks, they deserve the "break"! #oklaed #colchat

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:22 PM EDT

No stressful note sent home about more sleep and big breakfast...this should be every day, not just test days. #oklaed #colchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q3:What do you do in your classroom to alleviate the testing madness? #okaled #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Welcome! Q3 is coming up. #COLchat #Oklaed

In reply to @burtontalisha1

jlreed2011 Mar 19 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@drewprice11 teaching within standards does not prevent creativity but standardized tests do not always promote creativity. #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @drewprice11, @drewprice11

claudiaann12854 Mar 19 @ 9:22 PM EDT

I have my fingers crossed that the testing blueprints line up with the actual tests! 😳#oklaed

SpringBruins Mar 19 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2: i wallow advanced student to choose activity order. Some students need more structured task order. #oklaed #colchat

watersenglish Mar 19 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2 I listen to the Ss via their writing, class discussions. What are their concerns? #COLchat #oklaed

thnorfar Mar 19 @ 9:22 PM EDT

It really does suck the life out of you #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @JennWillTeach

KathySDunn Mar 19 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2 also: I hope college/career makes the Final Four cause MD's plan offers much more opportunities for personal ed for Ss. #oklaed #COLchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:22 PM EDT

GP!! #COLchat #oklaed

In reply to @bethhill2829

TwyllaHester Mar 19 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Yes it does! And it shouldn't receive partial credit if they learn it proficiently down the road. #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @thnorfar

ebarnes73 Mar 19 @ 9:23 PM EDT

#oklaed education problems

claudiaann12854 Mar 19 @ 9:22 PM EDT

I have my fingers crossed that the testing blueprints line up with the actual tests! 😳#oklaed

HartfordJimmy Mar 19 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Currently make the plans #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @TeachFromHere

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3: Stay away from assemblies to "pump kids up" for THE TEST. These actually draw more attention and cause stress. #oklaed #colchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q3:What do you do in your classroom to alleviate the testing madness? #okaled #COLchat

DRich0696 Mar 19 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3: Out of touch I guess - we don't have testing madness - state tests are done, ACT is next month and AP tests are in May #COLchat #oklaed

bettie_sue Mar 19 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2. get to know each child individually, then personalize your teaching to fit every child. #oklaed #COLchat #ECECohort11

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:23 PM EDT

then get a recap of the #oklaed chat by listening to #OklaSaid… #COLchat

In reply to @ebarnes73, @SethMeier, @mrjoshflores

thnorfar Mar 19 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Now you are stepping on some toes but needed stepping! #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @TwyllaHester

FatCatArtist Mar 19 @ 9:23 PM EDT

I think all Ss can have success w/ personalized learning...Just have to scaffold the process initially. #oklaed #COLchat

SpringBruins Mar 19 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2: i wallow advanced student to choose activity order. Some students need more structured task order. #oklaed #colchat

JasonPerez75 Mar 19 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Get informed! #oklaed #COLchat

JasonPerez75 Mar 12 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Shameless promotion #2: Visit the TLE website to register for presentations and webinars on the new PL Focus #oklaed https://t.co/GN0kENgs9X

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:23 PM EDT

#GoBlue #MarchMadness #ihadto #MichiganAlumni #COLchat #Oklaed

kellianglley Mar 19 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3: We don't talk a lot about it. They know they have to do it.I tell them they are prepared, and we move on. #COLchat #oklaed

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q3:What do you do in your classroom to alleviate the testing madness? #okaled #COLchat

angmlittle Mar 19 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2) I love when teachers let my boys do assignments where they can pick a topic that interests them. #oklaed #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q2: Education has continued to be standardized, how do you personalize learning for your students? #oklaed #COLchat

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT

welcome and enjoy #Oklaed! #COLchat

In reply to @burtontalisha1

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 Mindfulness can help with testing madness. Try it! #COLchat #Oklaed

djthoreson Mar 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3: When Ss ask when we'll begin studying, I say we have been since August and then move on. NO stress, higher scores #oklaed #COLchat

jssclynn Mar 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3. Looking for some ideas to add this year in the library during testing week #oklaed #colchat

mrjoshflores Mar 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 Keep the focus on authentic measurements of success over standardized measurements of success. #Oklaed #COLchat

choosito Mar 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Pace & level of content can make a huge difference for the kids #colchat #oklaed

In reply to @TwyllaHester

MPSTechnology Mar 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3: Fight Club Rules! #oklaed #COLchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 Focus on relationships! #COLchat #oklaed

STLinOK Mar 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3: make sure there's some shared laughter - EVERY day. Silly story, bring in de-stressers, QODs, just make sure we laugh #colchat #oklaed

TwyllaHester Mar 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT

True, true. Especially us math teachers. We like our set ways, but it needs uprooting. #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @thnorfar

ShelbyJr3 Mar 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3: regularly tell them their value isn't in a test score. And neither is mine. Be good humans, not test takers. #oklaed #colchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q3:What do you do in your classroom to alleviate the testing madness? #okaled #COLchat

amthom5 Mar 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A2: Standardized education doesn't mean standardized teaching. Know your kids and teach to their interests. #oklaed #colchat #ECECohort11

JasonPerez75 Mar 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT

THIS!!!!!!!! #oklaed #COLchat

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A3: Stay away from assemblies to "pump kids up" for THE TEST. These actually draw more attention and cause stress. #oklaed #colchat
- RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT
  
  Q3:What do you do in your classroom to alleviate the testing madness? #okaled #COLchat

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3: We sing. Business as usual. Kids need their Electives more than ever. #COLChat #oklaed

thnorfar Mar 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3: Feed them. It seems simple but it really does comfort especially when you don’t have food #oklaed #COLchat

mrskerrs_class Mar 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A2- I use specific, quick, formative assessments to determine exactly what my Ss need. Also-voice & choice go a long way! #COLchat #oklaed

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:25 PM EDT

YES!!! And always give them choice on how they best demonstrate mastery! #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @angmlittle

CHSprincipal55 Mar 19 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3) don't make it a bigger deal than it is. I tell teachers to focus on teaching and the rest will take care of itself. #oklaed #COLchat

WDTK33 Mar 19 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3 I show a movie over several days that relates to physics & space. It is perfect bc we are transitioning between the two #oklaed #colchat

ebarnes73 Mar 19 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Listen, If I am doing my job things will be fine. Am I prepping them, YES! Do they realize it? NO! Stop the #fearmongering #oklaed #COLchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q3:What do you do in your classroom to alleviate the testing madness? #okaled #COLchat

juscallmemrdean Mar 19 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3: I am a "special" so no testing in my class. All projects. Kids know it is a relaxed enviro #oklaed #Colchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:25 PM EDT

#OklaEd

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q3:What do you do in your classroom to alleviate the testing madness? #okaled #COLchat

TwyllaHester Mar 19 @ 9:25 PM EDT

We are hired to teach Ss for a year at a time. So important to remember. #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @choosito

shetherington13 Mar 19 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A2 Helping Ss take ownership of their work through various ways of learning and monitoring understanding. #oklaed

room20awesome Mar 19 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3a When I taught 3rd...sing, dance, make music video...but the stress was still there. So much pressure. #oklaed

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3) We still make class fun! Music plays in the background, kids are constructive knowledge in small groups… #oklaed #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Q3: What do you do in your classroom to alleviate the testing madness? #okaled #COLchat

jcbjr Mar 19 @ 9:25 PM EDT

#oklaed #COLchat A1: Make as little emphasis on standardized assessment & do some fun student-controlled activities.

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q1: We are heading into spring assessment “March Madness” season. What ways do you keep the focus on creativity? #oklaed #COLchat

angmlittle Mar 19 @ 9:26 PM EDT

it's fun to watch them plan and their little brains work. They take such pride in those. :) #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @MrsBeck25

jssclynn Mar 19 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Thank you! #oklaed #colchat!

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A3: Stay away from assemblies to "pump kids up" for THE TEST. These actually draw more attention and cause stress. #oklaed #colchat
- RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT
  
  Q3:What do you do in your classroom to alleviate the testing madness? #okaled #COLchat

WDTK33 Mar 19 @ 9:26 PM EDT

tonight is a cross-chat. Use both #oklaed & #COLchat

In reply to @shetherington13

jlreed2011 Mar 19 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3) I never taught to a test. I educated students and tests took care of themselves. #oklaed #COLchat

thnorfar Mar 19 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Yes! That is why I say I am bringing “sexy” back to math #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @TwyllaHester

watersenglish Mar 19 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3 I try to build up Ss, talk about all the work we've done so far that year. Try really hard not to stress out myself... #COLchat #oklaed

bakerleft Mar 19 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3: breathing techniques, snacks, music, go outside #oklaed #COLchat

ShelbyJr3 Mar 19 @ 9:26 PM EDT

🙌🏻🙌🏻 #oklaed #colchat

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3: We sing. Business as usual. Kids need their Electives more than ever. #COLChat #oklaed

luvstchng Mar 19 @ 9:26 PM EDT

I taught in TX the last 12 yrs. we would have a pep rally and show fun STAAR parody videos. #OklaEd #COLchat

ejbband21 Mar 19 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3) My band classes perform so they can relieve stress through music. #oklaed

kennethdward Mar 19 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3 Not about tests. We don't talk about the test all year & we don't celebrate the tests w/ assemblies. It's about learning #COLchat #oklaed

TwyllaHester Mar 19 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3) We need to celebrate the heck out of all they do know and encourage peer tutoring for areas of weakness. #COLchat #oklaed

dena_rogers Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3 - As a counselor, try to make a schedule with the least amount of disruption to the “normal” school day during testing. #oklaed #COLchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q3:What do you do in your classroom to alleviate the testing madness? #okaled #COLchat

lsmellott Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

#oklaed #colchat A3:Ss need to have brain breaks where they play games, read, discuss their ideas, or make posters with positive messages.

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Yes because they own that learning! That's when students retain information. They have to OWN it! #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @angmlittle

JasonPerez75 Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3: School leaders MUST communicate to Ts that testing isn't everything #oklaed #COLchat

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

kids need specials during testing to keep there sanity. Don't count yourself out!! #COLchat #oklaed

In reply to @juscallmemrdean

FatCatArtist Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3 I think there is power in letting Ss teach each other. It also helps Ts see the gaps in both Ss knowledge. #oklaed #COLchat

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

I had success with mastery learning in my calc class. Students were scattered - it was all cool tho #Oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @thnorfar, @TwyllaHester

mrskerrs_class Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3-I keep the testing conversations positive and focus on their growth. They know they mean WAY more than a test score to me! #oklaed

Biobellrocks Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3: My AP kids focus on curriculum yr round. There is no madness, just steady progress to the finish line. Qualifying scores = $$$ #oklaed

phhscience Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A5 Ss - Tt relationships are more important than rigor, relevance ,technology . Ss will learn if they believe T care about them. #oklaed

drewprice11 Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3: The focus should remain on proficiency. Rarely are MC assessments the BEST way to determine proficiency #oklaed #colchat

teacherman82 Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3: I bring in puppies. Lots of puppies. (I wish.) #oklaed

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q3:What do you do in your classroom to alleviate the testing madness? #okaled #COLchat

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q4). What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

SethMeier Mar 19 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3) Biz as usual. Ask about their lives trust I taught them well. Teach in a random place gym, outside, co-teach. Have fun! #oklaed #COLchat

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:28 PM EDT

MORE.THAN.EVER. #doublestampsies #oklaed #colchat

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3: We sing. Business as usual. Kids need their Electives more than ever. #COLChat #oklaed

thnorfar Mar 19 @ 9:28 PM EDT

That is so cool but so sad too. Rallying for a test rather for them just as people #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @luvstchng

jcbjr Mar 19 @ 9:28 PM EDT

#oklaed #COLchat A3: See my answer A1...

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q3:What do you do in your classroom to alleviate the testing madness? #okaled #COLchat

jackson5th6th Mar 19 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3: This is my 1st year and my reading class is supplemental, but I'm planning a few activities to lighten the mood. #oklaed #colchat

phredd_evans Mar 19 @ 9:28 PM EDT

#oklaed

mrsmcreading Mar 19 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3)Day b4 testing we put last year's scores in a shredder, party atmosphere, lots of dancing, Kid President talks, etc. #Oklaed #COLchat

drewprice11 Mar 19 @ 9:28 PM EDT

a4: a combination of teacher/district created assessments #oklaed #colchat

STLinOK Mar 19 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Same w/ mine. Although the absolute panic over their first "B" ever could use some adjustment #oklaed #colchat

Biobellrocks Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3: My AP kids focus on curriculum yr round. There is no madness, just steady progress to the finish line. Qualifying scores = $$$ #oklaed

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:28 PM EDT

HAHAHAHAHAHA #COLchat #Oklaed

In reply to @teacherman82

dena_rogers Mar 19 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3 - this should be a year long process, not just something done at testing time & reassure they are ready #oklaed #COLchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q3:What do you do in your classroom to alleviate the testing madness? #okaled #COLchat

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Electives and Specials your kids need you more than ever during testing. Don't stop!! #COLChat #oklaed

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:28 PM EDT

😂😂😂 totally know that!! #momofthree #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @angmlittle

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

RT Q4: What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

aj_hartley1 Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4: Allow Ts to create their own assessments/checking for mastery- it will be better than most of our legislature's ideas! #COLchat #oklaed

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Q4: What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

MrRogersTech Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Let the S's know that The tester just that a test. It doesn't make them who they are. #oklaed #colchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q3:What do you do in your classroom to alleviate the testing madness? #okaled #COLchat

juscallmemrdean Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Thanx I definetly don't I try my best to keep it light and enjoyable for them. #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @meghanloyd

MrsHime Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3: Keep teaching, don't refer to "the test" #colchat #oklaed

KimberBlodgett Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A2: there isn't one way to do anything. Let them take their own path as long as we all meet at the same place. #oklaed #COLchat

room20awesome Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3b Teaching 1st...Teach for understanding from the start...less stress when they get to 3rd!#oklaed #COLchat

choosito Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3 Many things from soothing music, treats, music, movies, experiments or a neighborhood walk.The ss will have this answer #COLchat #oklaed

GauntTonya Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4:Project based learning and innovation. #oklaed #COLchat

FatCatArtist Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4 I'd love to see Ss present their learning throughout the year w/ a portfolio or some other means. #oklaed #COLchat

watersenglish Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4 I'd love to see year-long projects in which Ss read, research, produce, write, present, publish on topics of interest. #COLchat #oklaed

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Great teachers are assessing everyday and adjusting "teaching" accordingly. #oklaed #colchat

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q4). What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

ProfeSteiner Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4) Project Based Learning - Step back and let the students SHOW what they know. #oklaed #COLchat

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q4). What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4: Quality teacher made and district made assessments FOR learning to guide teachers' ability to instruct individuals. #oklaed #colchat

jlreed2011 Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4) Schools could focus on local issues, help find solutions, and the culture would be less stressful for all. #oklaed #Colchat

mrjoshflores Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4 National and/or private sector based assessments, maybe? Maybe the cost would be deferred off of public money this way? #Oklaed #COLchat

ChrisParadise Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4) Student projects and student based portfolios. And/Or, let's try an unusual idea, trust the Ts and Ps. #OklaEd #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4 Imagine all the teaching & learning without mandatory state assessments! Alternatives: Digital portfolios & more PBL #COLchat #Oklaed

STLinOK Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

I actually do! Contact your local Therapy Dog group & set up a visit - mine LOVE it. Best disruption by far #oklaed #colchat

teacherman82 Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A3: I bring in puppies. Lots of puppies. (I wish.) #oklaed
- RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT
  
  Q3:What do you do in your classroom to alleviate the testing madness? #okaled #COLchat

kellianglley Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: Tough question. I think there needs to be accountability, but showing it when kids are involved is tough. #COLchat #oklaed

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q4). What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

khustek Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4) Look at having Ss create competency based portfolios. This will allow for voice & choice while demonstrating mastery #oklaed #COLchat

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q4). What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

PrincipalNyberg Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

a3. Attempting something diff this year. NOT making a big deal out of it. Be as business as usual. ...I'm sure I'll be fired soon #oklaed

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Great idea! #COLchat #Oklaed

jlreed2011 Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4) Schools could focus on local issues, help find solutions, and the culture would be less stressful for all. #oklaed #Colchat

djthoreson Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4) State assessments are not the enemies, the stress created by them are. Need to prep Ss for college or career. ACT/SAT? #oklaed #COLchat

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q4). What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

WDTK33 Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4 Ts know if their Ss understand the material. Assessment is happening continually as the T talks to the Ss #oklaed #colchat

shetherington13 Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3 It's all in the attitude! Learning, testing, life can be fun! #oklaed

kennethdward Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4 less time testing more time having fun learning! #COLchat #oklaed

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: Great teachers assess all day long, they just don't need a formal test to do it. #oklaed #colchat

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: Teacher made. The T knows their kid best. #COLChat #oklaed

KimberBlodgett Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A2: I always show many diff ways to do a math skill.. let them pick their way. There isn't ONE way! #oklaed #COLchat

JasonPerez75 Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: I'd like to believe we would lean toward more meaningful assessment tools. #oklaed #COLchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: Not an expert at what all@ot would contain, but IMO, starts with student created digital portfolios. #oklaed #COLchat

SparkyTeaching Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

For educators *with* spark *who* spark! https://t.co/6CWheptN1V #txeduchat #oklaed #iaedchat #rethinkhighschool #education #edtech

jackson5th6th Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: I'm a huge fan of the portfolio. You can look at my Ss work and see so much growth! #oklaed #colchat

charlong11 Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A1: yes, love the idea of student-created videos or any opportunity for students take on teaching role #OklaEd #COLchat #ECECohort11

dena_rogers Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4 - I only remember the ITBS, ACT, and ASVAB as a student we all seemed to turn out fine. FREQUENT COMMON ASSESSMENTS #oklaed #Colchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

RT Q4: What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

FatCatArtist Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

And when Ts use a structured process like #designthinking, Ss can actually put their ideas into action! #oklaed #COLchat

jlreed2011 Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4) Schools could focus on local issues, help find solutions, and the culture would be less stressful for all. #oklaed #Colchat

JennloweryOU Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Thank you! We need more math teachers to see math this way!#COLchat #oklaed

KimberBlodgett Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A2: I always show many diff ways to do a math skill.. let them pick their way. There isn't ONE way! #oklaed #COLchat

giveawayqlok Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4: I'm a huge fan of the portfolio. You can look at my Ss work and see so much growth! #oklaed #colchat

edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Q4: I suppose we could try what worked for most of America's history: trust teachers and let them do their job. #oklaed #COLChat

room20awesome Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4 Authentic teaching and learning. Proof of growth via portfolios, observation notes, completed projects... #oklaed

jcbjr Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

#oklaed #colchat A4: Thank goodness. Now let teachers assess their students!!!

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q4). What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

jssclynn Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4. Unfortunatly accountability is difficult to measure w/out standarization. However the high stakes need lowered #oklaed #colchat

mrjoshflores Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4 Ideally, the focus would be on tracking progress & overall growth over a single test day. (Did I choose the right answer?) #Oklaed Cloche

TwyllaHester Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4) Just what we used to do.Teach for mastery &allow kids to show us what they know.Before tests Ss kept at it &so did Ts #oklaed #COLchat

ShelbyJr3 Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4: doing school the way we did before testing/assessments? I mean this sounds heavenly to me. #oklaed #colchat

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q4). What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

ejbband21 Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4) Use the ACT family of tests and Ps and Ts working together to set goals with the Ss. #oklaed #COLchat

lsmellott Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

#oklaed #colchat A4: Making Genuis Hour as the focal point of the curriculum for the year, rather than having Ss work on it once a week.

mrjoshflores Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4 Ideally, the focus would be on tracking progress & overall growth over a single test day. (Did I pick the right answer?) #Oklaed #COLchat

STLinOK Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4: I'm all for demonstration of mastery & movement based on that. Grade levels are outdated w/ communication we have now. #oklaed

mooret11 Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4 A focus on learning environment and conditions in relation to achievement/growth We don't test a tree to see if it grows #COLchat #OklaEd

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

The most amazing projects you ever did see. ever. did. see…ever! #oklaed #COLchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

RT Q4: What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

mknight08 Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A2: try to incorporate things individual students like into lessons for engagement #oklaed #COLChat

djthoreson Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Those were great. Why'd we ever switch?? #oklaed #COLchat

dena_rogers Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT
A4 - I only remember the ITBS, ACT, and ASVAB as a student we all seemed to turn out fine. FREQUENT COMMON ASSESSMENTS #oklaed #Colchat
- RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT
  
  RT Q4: What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

drewprice11 Mar 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

a4: Districts would need to provide personnel and training to create valid and reliable local assessments #oklaed #colchat

amthom5 Mar 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

@aj_hartley1 I like where you are going with that. #oklaed #COLchat #ECECohort11

In reply to @aj_hartley1

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Frequent common assessments - Yes!! #COLchat #oklaed

dena_rogers Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT
A4 - I only remember the ITBS, ACT, and ASVAB as a student we all seemed to turn out fine. FREQUENT COMMON ASSESSMENTS #oklaed #Colchat
- RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT
  
  RT Q4: What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

KimberBlodgett Mar 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Look at my hubs trying to be cute and join in! #oklaed #COLchat

jermyblodgett Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

What are your policies on cats in the classroom @KimberBlodgett
In reply to @KimberBlodgett

jasonbengs Mar 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4 Everything is an assessment. When Ss complete projects we assess their understanding & growth. #oklaed #colchat

ebarnes73 Mar 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Q4: I like tests, Tests tell me if Ss get it, but single snapshot tests have to go. #measuregrowth #oklaed #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Q4: What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4: Not an expert at what it would all contain, but IMO, starts with student created digital portfolios. #oklaed #COLchat

dena_rogers Mar 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Agreed @TwyllaHester this would be a book report instead of AR #oklaed

In reply to @TwyllaHester

TwyllaHester Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4) Just what we used to do.Teach for mastery &allow kids to show us what they know.Before tests Ss kept at it &so did Ts #oklaed #COLchat

kennethdward Mar 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Other than the 3rd grade reading what stakes need lowered? #oklaed #COLchat

jssclynn Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4. Unfortunatly accountability is difficult to measure w/out standarization. However the high stakes need lowered #oklaed #colchat

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

but that would make sense!!! #oklaed #COLChat

In reply to @edgeblogger

choosito Mar 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4 There would be time for ideas to be made into something special. #colchat #oklaed

technolandy Mar 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4 using state learning standards/outcomes with descriptive feedback - still a "norm" but meaningful assessment #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @coach57

thnorfar Mar 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4: Portfolios with different grade level defenses!!!!! It is the most authentic way to show progress #oklaed #COLchat

MrRogersTech Mar 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4) This is where all the same T's come up with a common project or something that show mastery. #oklaed #clochat

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q4). What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

TwyllaHester Mar 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Yes! Now that's just crazy talk! #COLchat #oklaed

edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Q4: I suppose we could try what worked for most of America's history: trust teachers and let them do their job. #oklaed #COLChat

mrsmcreading Mar 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4) Whatever the alt is, it would require completely re-educating stakeholders, trust, and time. #oklaed #colchat

JennloweryOU Mar 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

a4) Teach content for the entire year instead of squeezing into 71/2 month. I would love this time to do more projects! #COLchat #oklaed

FatCatArtist Mar 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

I'm a big fan of @Seesaw & other tech that helps Ss document their learning! #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @Seesaw

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4: Not an expert at what it would all contain, but IMO, starts with student created digital portfolios. #oklaed #COLchat

mrskerrs_class Mar 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4- standards-based assessments and report cards that are low stress and focus on the specific skills the Ss need to improve on #oklaed

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4: If there were no standardized tests, Kinders would play a lot more and not be forced to read like first graders. #oklaed #colchat

PrincipalNyberg Mar 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

a4. To begin, we would gain at least a week of instruction. Don't get me started on how much $$$ we'd save... #oklaed

jssclynn Mar 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

I love the idea or digital portfolios #oklaed #colchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4: Not an expert at what it would all contain, but IMO, starts with student created digital portfolios. #oklaed #COLchat

jlreed2011 Mar 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@mrjoshflores Why not trust that educators, properly prepared, can assess their students without other assessments? #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @mrjoshflores, @mrjoshflores

mrjoshflores Mar 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

"In Anne We Trust." That’s what everybody in #Oklaed says, just so you know, #COLchat.

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4: Not an expert at what it would all contain, but IMO, starts with student created digital portfolios. #oklaed #COLchat

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

#HOLYCOW!! I mean puppy - #HOLYPUPPY!!! #oklaed #COLchat

STLinOK Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT
I actually do! Contact your local Therapy Dog group & set up a visit - mine LOVE it. Best disruption by far #oklaed #colchat
- teacherman82 Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT
  
  A3: I bring in puppies. Lots of puppies. (I wish.) #oklaed
  
  RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT
  
  Q3:What do you do in your classroom to alleviate the testing madness? #okaled #COLchat

mknight08 Mar 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A3: play games and do hands based projects #oklaed #COLChat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

YEP 👍🏻 #oklaed #colchat

dena_rogers Mar 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT
A4 - I only remember the ITBS, ACT, and ASVAB as a student we all seemed to turn out fine. FREQUENT COMMON ASSESSMENTS #oklaed #Colchat
- RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT
  
  RT Q4: What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

angmlittle Mar 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4) Teachers could assess the students like they did when I was in school. Why did we stop trusting them for this?! #oklaed #colchat

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q4). What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

SethMeier Mar 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4) See below. Cross-curr, extended time period activities, using collab/independent skills. Outside of the freaking bubble #oklaed #COLchat

SethMeier Mar 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2) Choice. 6th grade did cross-curriculum unit about recreating a dystopian society, b/c that grade fell in love w/ The Giver #oklaed

dena_rogers Mar 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT

My guess, money and politics @grendelrick can you weigh in on this reason? #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @djthoreson, @grendelrick

amthom5 Mar 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@room20awesome great idea! What's what we do for the early years #oklaed #COLchat #ECECohort11

In reply to @room20awesome

watersenglish Mar 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT

I think we should train Ts and As to recognize when Ts are doing their jobs. Then trust them. #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @jssclynn

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT

ME TOO!! Love @Seesaw #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @FatCatArtist, @Seesaw, @Seesaw

drewprice11 Mar 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT

a4: More performance assessments and /or authentic assessments, portfolios, long term multi-discipline projects. #oklaed #colchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT

I'm an ambassador:) ❤❤❤ @Seesaw #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @mooret11, @Seesaw

edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4: Sorry, but mentality that "we have to have some type of testing ... for accountability" keeps us stuck in 20th century. #oklaed #COLChat

STLinOK Mar 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT

we also had bunnies that cuddled once. Smiles for DAYS were worth the complete loss of the day #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @TeachFromHere

HartfordJimmy Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4) I saw a T was work an alt EOI for a S It was a PBL assessment. I kept thinkin Y cant we do that for all? #oklaed #COLchat

djthoreson Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

As much as I love this idea, this would mean having to have more professionalism & fewer "emergency" certifications #oklaed #COLchat

edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Q4: I suppose we could try what worked for most of America's history: trust teachers and let them do their job. #oklaed #COLChat

mknight08 Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4: district created assessments; using data from PSAT, ASVAB, ACT/SAT #oklaed #COLChat

room20awesome Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4 @MPSTechnology I bet we could come up with great @msonenote portfolios for students!#COLchat #oklaed

In reply to @MPSTechnology, @msonenote

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

#OKlaed #COLchat

aj_hartley1 Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q5:When/how often should we use project/performance-based assessment when state tests are mostly forced-choice assessments? #okaled #COLchat

jcbjr Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

#oklaed #COLchat I'd prefer meaningful projects with student presentations / self- and peer-assessment of progress.

ebarnes73 Mar 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Q4: I like tests, Tests tell me if Ss get it, but single snapshot tests have to go. #measuregrowth #oklaed #COLchat
- MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:29 PM EDT
  
  Q4: What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

smithtk Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4: #oklaed #COLchat Would be interesting to see tchrs return to their own professionalism w/out overbearing political test regimes.

FatCatArtist Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Very cool...maybe throw in a little video-making? You've got the next Walking Dead! Love it! #oklaed #COLchat

SethMeier Mar 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A4) See below. Cross-curr, extended time period activities, using collab/independent skills. Outside of the freaking bubble #oklaed #COLchat
- SethMeier Mar 19 @ 9:19 PM EDT
  
  A2) Choice. 6th grade did cross-curriculum unit about recreating a dystopian society, b/c that grade fell in love w/ The Giver #oklaed

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

☺️ #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @mrjoshflores

mrjoshflores Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

If we properly receive that training and support in teacher prep programs and in the district, I'm all for it. #Oklaed #colchat

jlreed2011 Mar 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@mrjoshflores Why not trust that educators, properly prepared, can assess their students without other assessments? #oklaed #COLchat
In reply to @mrjoshflores, @mrjoshflores

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

This. THIS RIGHT HERE!! HELLOOOOOOOO! #oklaed #COLchat

edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Q4: I suppose we could try what worked for most of America's history: trust teachers and let them do their job. #oklaed #COLChat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

RT Q5 When/how often should we use project/performance-based assessment when state tests are mostly forced-choice? #oklaed #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Q5:When/how often should we use project/performance-based assessment when state tests are mostly forced-choice assessments? #oklaed #COLchat

aj_hartley1 Mar 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A5: We need balance in Edu. Too much standardization and not enough PBL that caters to each child's talents. #COLchat #oklaed

grendelrick Mar 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4 Would be like the beginning of my career. Ts had greater autonomy and sense of purpose. #oklaed didn't have a #teachershortage. #COLchat

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q4). What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

dena_rogers Mar 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4 - Band, Choir, Sports, don’t take multiple choice tests, they “show” their skill level. There are better ways to assess #oklaed #COLchat

MPSTechnology Mar 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Definitely doable. #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @room20awesome, @msonenote

bakerleft Mar 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4: PBL Capstones #oklaed #COLChat

technolandy Mar 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

....which was designed by 19th century mindsets #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @edgeblogger

bettie_sue Mar 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4. Ts know the standards. Allow them to teach and assess how they see fit. State needs to trust Ts more. #oklaed #COLchat #ECECohort11

jermyblodgett Mar 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Question too long #oklaed

shetherington13 Mar 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4 The level of understanding of Ss can be assessed in portfolios, presentations, worksheets, T made tests, daily evaluations. #oklaed

grendelrick Mar 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Can I get a #hellyes?!?!?! #COLchat #oklaed

edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Q4: I suppose we could try what worked for most of America's history: trust teachers and let them do their job. #oklaed #COLChat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

I just wish it was mandatory that students started a portfolios 1st year and kept it all the way #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @mooret11

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

you would gain more than that if you are scheduling your tests in gyms/media centers. #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @PrincipalNyberg

room20awesome Mar 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

I've been experimenting for next year. #oklaed

In reply to @MPSTechnology, @msonenote

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A5 Project/performance-based assessments=OFTEN! Forced-choice assessments can be studied as a genre. #COLchat #Oklaed

charlong11 Mar 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: Documented observations by Ts /artifacts by Ss indicating whether Ss are meeting learning standards #OklaEd #COLchat #ECECohort11

STLinOK Mar 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT

As often as possible, but MUST start early or Ss get confused. My 11th graders have been conditioned & panic (truly) w/ PBA #oklaed #colchat

aj_hartley1 Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q5:When/how often should we use project/performance-based assessment when state tests are mostly forced-choice assessments? #okaled #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A district could make this mandatory. #COLchat #Oklaed

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

I just wish it was mandatory that students started a portfolios 1st year and kept it all the way #oklaed #colchat
In reply to @mooret11

SpringBruins Mar 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Complete agree with all who suggest PBL. And it can be applied at all levels not just testing grades #OklaEd

watersenglish Mar 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Perhaps shortage not such an issue then? Otherwise, provide PD to help Ts grow. #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @jssclynn

choosito Mar 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Love this Dena, great point! #colchat #oklaed

In reply to @dena_rogers

AdairMrC Mar 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: Nothing. #oklaed

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q4). What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

FatCatArtist Mar 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Agreed, we've got to roll it out with the right support for both Ts and Ss! #oklaed #COLchat

STLinOK Mar 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT
As often as possible, but MUST start early or Ss get confused. My 11th graders have been conditioned & panic (truly) w/ PBA #oklaed #colchat
- aj_hartley1 Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT
  
  Q5:When/how often should we use project/performance-based assessment when state tests are mostly forced-choice assessments? #okaled #COLchat

KathySDunn Mar 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT

#oklaed #COLchat THIS!! The joy of teaching. The professionalism of actually teaching, assessing, planning, eat and repeat.

grendelrick Mar 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A4 Would be like the beginning of my career. Ts had greater autonomy and sense of purpose. #oklaed didn't have a #teachershortage. #COLchat
- coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:27 PM EDT
  
  Q4). What if there were no state assessments? What would be the alternative? #oklaed #COLchat

MrRogersTech Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A5)How often does the business world use projects vs tests? That often. #oklaed #colchat

aj_hartley1 Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q5:When/how often should we use project/performance-based assessment when state tests are mostly forced-choice assessments? #okaled #COLchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Yes but IMO, it needs to be universal. Something that will go when they leave a district or even state. #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @MicheleCorbat

jcbjr Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

#oklaed #COLchat A5: For me personally, I'd do no testing, using performance-based along with self-assessment.

aj_hartley1 Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q5:When/how often should we use project/performance-based assessment when state tests are mostly forced-choice assessments? #okaled #COLchat

collums_dawn Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@edgeblogger #oklaed

In reply to @grendelrick, @edgeblogger

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

#BINGO #COLchat #Oklaed

MrRogersTech Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A5)How often does the business world use projects vs tests? That often. #oklaed #colchat
- aj_hartley1 Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT
  
  Q5:When/how often should we use project/performance-based assessment when state tests are mostly forced-choice assessments? #okaled #COLchat

mrsmcreading Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A5) Consider Ss futures: Many take ACT/technical cert tests. But college/jobs will require project-based assmts. Balance! #oklaed #colchat

kellianglley Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Project based learning and assessments are great - but we have to be realistic as well. Class size does matter. #COLchat #oklaed

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

One can wish :) #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @MicheleCorbat

vperezy Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

If you are truly teaching, you can't avoid getting to them. I think it's beautiful and best when they get to know you, too. #oklaed #colchat

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Getting to know who your students are and where they come from Helps as well #oklaed #colchat

jssclynn Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A5. PBL should be use more across the board to show diversity in learning #oklaed #colchat

aj_hartley1 Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q5:When/how often should we use project/performance-based assessment when state tests are mostly forced-choice assessments? #okaled #COLchat

MPSTechnology Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Need to get you some #edtech tools that will allow your lil'ones to #digitialink #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @room20awesome, @msonenote

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Agreed #COLchat #Oklaed

In reply to @MrsBeck25

juscallmemrdean Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A5: My entire class is all project based. No test in my class Definitely no standardized test #colchat #oklaed

technolandy Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

very appropriate while watching some of the ultimate examples of "show time" aka #marchmadness #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @dena_rogers

AdairMrC Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A5: All of the time. #oklaed

aj_hartley1 Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q5:When/how often should we use project/performance-based assessment when state tests are mostly forced-choice assessments? #okaled #COLchat

TwyllaHester Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A5)Seriously - if we do projects etc we can add on a few MC ?s at the end to practice bubbling. #COLchat #oklaed

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Your Attention Please - we are now in the 21st Century - Join us anytime! #oklaed #COLchat

edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4: Sorry, but mentality that "we have to have some type of testing ... for accountability" keeps us stuck in 20th century. #oklaed #COLChat

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A5: I stopped caring about my "contest" scores. We just sing and develop skills from making beautiful music. ❤️ #oklaed

PrincipalNyberg Mar 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Not enough room, my friend. I've got a lot to say, plus Colorado doesn't like Wyoming, lol #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @TeachFromHere

CathyBenge1 Mar 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Wish I'd be awake for #Oklaed chat, but I'm ever so scared tomorrow morning's gonna be rough!

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A5: Currently struggling w/ this, we have so much data from required tests, trying to find time to create formative ones. #colchat #oklaed

aj_hartley1 Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q5:When/how often should we use project/performance-based assessment when state tests are mostly forced-choice assessments? #okaled #COLchat

mrskerrs_class Mar 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A5- as much as possible! We're growing lifelong learners, not test takers! #COLchat #oklaed

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

I want an executive order! #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @ebarnes73, @MicheleCorbat

jlreed2011 Mar 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A5) We should use a variety of assessments to gain a true measure of lrng. It should be often, formal, informal, & natural. #oklaed #COLchat

djthoreson Mar 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A5) Project-based teaching actually enforces the skills enough that then the tests are easy for the Ss, so all the time! #oklaed #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Q5:When/how often should we use project/performance-based assessment when state tests are mostly forced-choice assessments? #oklaed #COLchat

jackson5th6th Mar 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A5: PBL/PBA could be used as needed; 1 per unit, 1 per 9 weeks, etc. Benchmarks could be used if needed #oklaed #colchat

technolandy Mar 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

"learned helpless" when focus is "what do I need to do/know" as opposed to authentic Learning vie exploration #Oklaed #colchat

In reply to @STLinOK

AdairMrC Mar 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Drew. Adair HS. US HISTORY. I'm late. #oklaed

lsmellott Mar 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

#oklaed #colchat A5: There should be a mixture of assessments to prepare Ss who are going to college. MC, essay, PBL, & short answer.

thnorfar Mar 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A5: I use PBL for all of my power standards (3 to 5 a yr) & my scores are fine #oklaed #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

#COLchat is Culture of Learning chat. We are from Michigan. #GoBlue #Oklaed

In reply to @PrincipalNyberg, @TeachFromHere

DRich0696 Mar 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A5: Projects more easily reach application level while tests are often the least common denominator - knowledge level. #COLchat #oklaed

grendelrick Mar 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A5 As often as we can. #COLchat #oklaed

aj_hartley1 Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q5:When/how often should we use project/performance-based assessment when state tests are mostly forced-choice assessments? #okaled #COLchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Grow life long learners! #colchat #oklaed

mrskerrs_class Mar 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A5- as much as possible! We're growing lifelong learners, not test takers! #COLchat #oklaed

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

We move a lot with our jobs. I want it to go from school to school and mean something #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @ebarnes73, @MicheleCorbat

Biobellrocks Mar 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A5: PBL is a skill students need to learn. Frequent use is great as long as T expectations are clear to Ss #oklaed #COLchat

CHSprincipal55 Mar 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4) #oklaed wouldn't have a teacher shortage. Students would enjoy school. Teachers focus on actual teaching rather than test prep #COLchat

jcbjr Mar 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

#oklaed #COLchat Nothing whatsoever wrong with scaffolding...

In reply to @STLinOK

MrsLSpyres Mar 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

#oklaed

vperezy Mar 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

unexpectedly loved about GAFE. My 8th grade Ss looked back & reflected on what they did as 6th graders #colchat #oklaed

In reply to @MrsBeck25, @mooret11

mknight08 Mar 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A5: I used projects at end of novels /thematic units; once a quarter at least #oklaed #COLchat

room20awesome Mar 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A5 When I taught 3rd I was "encouraged" to give forced-choice assessments often. I didn't agree...so I moved on. #oklaed

PrincipalNyberg Mar 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Ahhh....Maybe Colorado hates us because we are stupid, haha #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @MicheleCorbat, @TeachFromHere

FatCatArtist Mar 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A5 I believe in documenting learning...but I think you've got to be flexible in what that documentation looks like... #oklaed #COLchat

WDTK33 Mar 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A5 Portfolios would be ideal. In my class, every new topic builds from the previous. A portfolio would show growth #oklaed #colchat

kennethdward Mar 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A5 Why wouldn't we use them all the time? #COLchat #oklaed

edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A5: Why not 100% of the time. We can hold kids accountable for content knowledge w/o standard tests/quizzes. #oklaed #COLChat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Q6: Can parents/students opt out of your state assessments? What happens if they do? #oklaed #COLchat

PeterFlagman Mar 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A4: Great teachers assess all day long, they just don't need a formal test to do it. #oklaed #colchat MORE >> https://t.co/ycM9PJrhn5

PeterFlagman Mar 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

YEP 👍🏻 #oklaed #colchat MORE >> https://t.co/ycM9PJrhn5

jasonbengs Mar 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5 Forced choice can be sprinkled in to build familiarity with the format. Practice like you test can be overkill #oklaed #colchat

PeterFlagman Mar 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

My guess, money and politics can you weigh in on this reason? #oklaed #COLchat MORE >> https://t.co/ycM9PJrhn5

PeterFlagman Mar 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

great idea! What's what we do for the early years #oklaed #COLchat #ECECohort11 MORE >> https://t.co/ycM9PJrhn5

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

If you get stressed. Just eat donuts. #oklaed #colchat

maverikcrq Mar 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5) @aj_hartley1 As often as possible! Use these to balance & even counter the standardized tests #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @aj_hartley1

MPSTechnology Mar 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5: #pbl can and should be used anytime and x-curricular if done right. #oklaed #Colchat

mrjoshflores Mar 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5 As often as teacher teams have to meet and co-assess the student work with fidelity. #Oklaed #COLchat

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Uhhh…all the time? #oklaed #COLchat

aj_hartley1 Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q5:When/how often should we use project/performance-based assessment when state tests are mostly forced-choice assessments? #okaled #COLchat

Werchans_world Mar 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

#COLchat #oklaed Q4: subject area teachers plc collaborate create their assessment (aka sem rest) as well as project and portfolios

AdairMrC Mar 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Not gonna lie. I'm pretty sure my US History scores are going to be not so great this year. I don't really teach for it. #oklaed

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A6 In Michigan, Ps/Ss are not 'allowed' to opt out of state assessments. If too many do in our district, we lose $$. #COLchat #Oklaed

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Q6: Can parents/students opt out of your state assessments? What happens if they do? #oklaed #COLchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

RT @MrsBeck25 Q6: Can parents/students opt out of your state assessments? What happens if they do? #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @MrsBeck25

vperezy Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Anyone have tips on #PBL with large classes? #colchat #oklaed

kellianglley Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Project based learning and assessments are great - but we have to be realistic as well. Class size does matter. #COLchat #oklaed

drewprice11 Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

a5: tests themselves don't really matter much - it's the learning that occurs as a result of FEEDBACK that is they key #oklaed #colchat

jcbjr Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

#oklaed #COLchat NO, the colleges should join the 21st Century along with K-12!!!

In reply to @lsmellott

dena_rogers Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

a5 - both need 2 be used, T’s should also use project based and multiple choice tests to asses their Teaching Effectiveness #oklaed #COLchat

aj_hartley1 Mar 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q5:When/how often should we use project/performance-based assessment when state tests are mostly forced-choice assessments? #okaled #COLchat

MrsHime Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A5: Ss learn best during hands on, project based activities, must have opportunity to see test like materials also, balance #colchat #oklaed

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

@edgeblogger you take this one #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @edgeblogger

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Q6: Can parents/students opt out of your state assessments? What happens if they do? #oklaed #COLchat

maverikcrq Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A1) @MrsBeck25 @aj_hartley1 Do multiple intelligence activities all year long as PBL #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @MrsBeck25, @aj_hartley1

jssclynn Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A6. I am fairly certain they can but it seems to be a well kept secret. #oklaed #colchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Q6: Can parents/students opt out of your state assessments? What happens if they do? #oklaed #COLchat

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A6: I personally don't have "assessments" but when a kid misses a concert it can be noticeable. #oklaed #COLChat

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

an I bet your scores are just fine…. #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @meghanloyd

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Have you read #HackingPBL by @RossCoops31 @MurphysMusings5? Great resource! #COLchat #Oklaed

In reply to @vperezy, @RossCoops31, @MurphysMusings5

djthoreson Mar 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6) I have no idea...! Surely there's got to be a way... #oklaed #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Q6: Can parents/students opt out of your state assessments? What happens if they do? #oklaed #COLchat

shetherington13 Mar 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5 As much as possible! #oklaed

grendelrick Mar 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6 They can, but it typically leads to an investigation of @edgeblogger #COLchat #oklaed

In reply to @edgeblogger

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Q6: Can parents/students opt out of your state assessments? What happens if they do? #oklaed #COLchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT

We are trending!!! #oklaed #colchat

thnorfar Mar 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5: I really don’t do anything different w/large. Hard to do w/small. #oklaed #COLchat

vperezy Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
Anyone have tips on #PBL with large classes? #colchat #oklaed
- kellianglley Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT
  
  Project based learning and assessments are great - but we have to be realistic as well. Class size does matter. #COLchat #oklaed

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT

we rock. #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @TeachFromHere

dena_rogers Mar 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT

THIS - FEEDBACK!! on both the learner and the FACILITATOR/TEACHER #oklaed #Colchat

drewprice11 Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

a5: tests themselves don't really matter much - it's the learning that occurs as a result of FEEDBACK that is they key #oklaed #colchat

WDTK33 Mar 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6 I am not sure. My particular subject is not tested, so I have never cared to check #oklaed #colchat

vperezy Mar 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

I have noticed this, too. Older Ss often concerned with right/wrong instead of trial/error/discovery #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @STLinOK

watersenglish Mar 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Feedback is HUGE in my class. I hate grades, would rather give/receive feedback. #COLchat #oklaed

dena_rogers Mar 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT
THIS - FEEDBACK!! on both the learner and the FACILITATOR/TEACHER #oklaed #Colchat
- drewprice11 Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
  
  a5: tests themselves don't really matter much - it's the learning that occurs as a result of FEEDBACK that is they key #oklaed #colchat

jackson5th6th Mar 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A6: I have never known anyone to opt out, not sure if it is allowed or not. #oklaed #colchat

bettie_sue Mar 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5 Periodically throughout year to assess learning, but projects & tests can be made enjoyable. Don't call it a test. #oklaed #COLchat

maverikcrq Mar 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A4) @coach57 @aj_hartley1 Turn perf objs of stds into good ??? that challenge Ss to think deeply & express & share learning #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @coach57, @aj_hartley1

room20awesome Mar 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A6 Yes, Ss can opt out of 3rd grade test (unless somethings changed). Pretty sure it counts against the school in some way. #COLchat #oklaed

edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Q5: Honestly, the "two grades per week" mandate by some admin causes Ts to assign some work for a "grade" only. Rethink! #oklaed #COLChat

MrRogersTech Mar 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A6) Not sure. #oklaed #colchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Q6: Can parents/students opt out of your state assessments? What happens if they do? #oklaed #COLchat

KimberBlodgett Mar 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Large class sizes just means you group them up. And choose groups carefully. #oklaed #COLchat

vperezy Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
Anyone have tips on #PBL with large classes? #colchat #oklaed
- kellianglley Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT
  
  Project based learning and assessments are great - but we have to be realistic as well. Class size does matter. #COLchat #oklaed

classicnascar Mar 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A6: In ME @ my school yes They must sit in a quiet space and are cant use technology can only read or complete work #oklaed #ColChat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Sad and true. Kinders don't have this mentality. School creates it. #COLchat #Oklaed

In reply to @vperezy, @STLinOK

HartfordJimmy Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

fun fact: if a S can teach a computer how to do a thing. Then they likely understand that thing pretty darn well #oklaed #COLchat

luvstchng Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

In TX they are allowed to opt out by writing refused at the top of the test. It gives the Child a 0 & school stats are affected. #OklaEd

drewprice11 Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5: If students knowledge/skills increases from MC test - then bubble away - but hard to do that with rigorous content #oklaed #colchat

kennethdward Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

"Just show me where the answer is so I can get this worksheet done!" #oklaed #COLchat

vperezy Mar 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

I have noticed this, too. Older Ss often concerned with right/wrong instead of trial/error/discovery #oklaed #colchat
In reply to @STLinOK

edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5a: Honestly, the "two grades per week" mandate by some admin causes Ts to assign some work for a "grade" only. Rethink! #oklaed #COLChat

jpk38 Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

#WYOedchat starting n15m #21CL #edtech #mlearn #sunchat #21stedchat #oklaED

mrjoshflores Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6 #Oklaed #COLchat

FunstonWM Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

#oklaed join me 3/26 to discuss Indian Education in Native America, Oklahoma

angmlittle Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

In Edmond, we can't opt out but parents can refuse the test. It's not easy. Wish our board would adopt an opt out policy. #oklaed #COLChat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Q6: Can parents/students opt out of your state assessments? What happens if they do? #oklaed #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Admin still do this? #STOPIT #COLchat #Oklaed

edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5a: Honestly, the "two grades per week" mandate by some admin causes Ts to assign some work for a "grade" only. Rethink! #oklaed #COLChat

kellianglley Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Do we eventually need to assess individually though? I'm talking some Ts have close to 200 kids. #COLchat #oklaed

In reply to @KimberBlodgett

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

ask @thnorfar she is the #PBL queen!! #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @vperezy, @thnorfar

MPSTechnology Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Used to team up students across hours so Ss had a choice on who they worked with. #oklaed #COLchat

vperezy Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
Anyone have tips on #PBL with large classes? #colchat #oklaed
- kellianglley Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT
  
  Project based learning and assessments are great - but we have to be realistic as well. Class size does matter. #COLchat #oklaed

JasonPerez75 Mar 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Same could be said about evaluations! #oklaed #COLchat

drewprice11 Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

a5: tests themselves don't really matter much - it's the learning that occurs as a result of FEEDBACK that is they key #oklaed #colchat

thnorfar Mar 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT

u r so sweet to call me a queen #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @TeachFromHere, @vperezy

watersenglish Mar 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT

@edgeblogger Conferences, feedback, I think, would be a better indicator. #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @dena_rogers, @edgeblogger

juscallmemrdean Mar 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Thankfully never heard of this in my area. #ColChat #oklaed

In reply to @edgeblogger

KimberBlodgett Mar 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT

I mean my Ss that are BFF's beg so hard but I like 2 socialize all students but also not place bullies with the vulnerable. #oklaed #COLchat

ebarnes73 Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

@vperezy So very carefully.
In reply to @KimberBlodgett, @vperezy

grendelrick Mar 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Especially late in HS. How many grades do most college professors take in a semester? #COLchat #oklaed

edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5a: Honestly, the "two grades per week" mandate by some admin causes Ts to assign some work for a "grade" only. Rethink! #oklaed #COLChat

djthoreson Mar 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT

We have this policy, but my Admins are good about letting a week or two go with only one if I've had extras other weeks. #oklaed #COLchat

edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5a: Honestly, the "two grades per week" mandate by some admin causes Ts to assign some work for a "grade" only. Rethink! #oklaed #COLChat

thestephhinton Mar 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT

I found out earlier today that I could watch season 9 of Doctor Who then I missed the #oklaed chat #hintonfail

LizEngelbrecht2 Mar 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT

#oklaed #colchat #stjc21 #tigercrc

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:22 PM EDT
No stressful note sent home about more sleep and big breakfast...this should be every day, not just test days. #oklaed #colchat
- RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:21 PM EDT
  
  Q3:What do you do in your classroom to alleviate the testing madness? #okaled #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Q7: Should there be ‘common assessments’ or ‘common understandings’? Why? #oklaed #COLchat

drewprice11 Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Hard to balance working for grades and giving kids opportunities to dig themselves out wholes.(eliminating 0's could help) #oklaed #colchat

edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5a: Honestly, the "two grades per week" mandate by some admin causes Ts to assign some work for a "grade" only. Rethink! #oklaed #COLChat

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

I calls it how I sees it...@vperezy #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @thnorfar, @vperezy

maverikcrq Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Agreed. PBL is a process. Projects serve as evidence of student talent & thinking - how they synthesize info #colchat #oklaed

In reply to @aj_hartley1

jcbjr Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

#oklaed #COLchat Check out the website & social media posts of the Buck Institute for Education (BIE).

vperezy Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
Anyone have tips on #PBL with large classes? #colchat #oklaed
- kellianglley Mar 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT
  
  Project based learning and assessments are great - but we have to be realistic as well. Class size does matter. #COLchat #oklaed

grendelrick Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

YES! #COLchat #oklaed

JasonPerez75 Mar 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT
Same could be said about evaluations! #oklaed #COLchat
- drewprice11 Mar 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT
  
  a5: tests themselves don't really matter much - it's the learning that occurs as a result of FEEDBACK that is they key #oklaed #colchat

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

So frustrating. Standards based learning and grading should be common practice K-12 by now. #oklaed #colchat

edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5a: Honestly, the "two grades per week" mandate by some admin causes Ts to assign some work for a "grade" only. Rethink! #oklaed #COLChat

kellianglley Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

I get the rationale - if a kids is ineligible, they need a chance to get off the list. #COLchat #oklaed

In reply to @MicheleCorbat

thnorfar Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

So glad this is just recommended in my district. I don’t follow the recommendation :) #oklaed #COLchat

grendelrick Mar 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT
Especially late in HS. How many grades do most college professors take in a semester? #COLchat #oklaed
- edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT
  
  A5a: Honestly, the "two grades per week" mandate by some admin causes Ts to assign some work for a "grade" only. Rethink! #oklaed #COLChat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

#COLchat might want to join this convo!! #oklaed

FunstonWM Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

#oklaed join me 3/26 to discuss Indian Education in Native America, Oklahoma

edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A6: If I can choose to home school my child w/ no accountability whatsoever, I can sure as hell opt them out of a standardized test! #oklaed

teacherman82 Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Happy week back to everyone! A good cliche: Students don't care how much you know until they know how much you care. #oklaed

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

RT @MicheleCorbat Q7: Should there be ‘common assessments’ or ‘common understandings’? Why? #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @MicheleCorbat

aj_hartley1 Mar 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A7: Correlation between standardized testing and socio-economics. Let's even the playing field. Personalize assessments! #COLchat #oklaed

bakerleft Mar 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A6: Was way into opt out in '14-'15, but as a movement is too middle class / not accessible to underserved communities. #oklaed #COLchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Q6: Can parents/students opt out of your state assessments? What happens if they do? #oklaed #COLchat

KimberBlodgett Mar 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

How many at one time? It's not 200 at once. Assign each Ss a task within their group. You know your students. #colchat #oklaed

kellianglley Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Do we eventually need to assess individually though? I'm talking some Ts have close to 200 kids. #COLchat #oklaed
In reply to @KimberBlodgett

WDTK33 Mar 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A7 possibly to check understanding of basic info, but true comprehension needs to be assessed in multiple ways #oklaed #COLchat

watersenglish Mar 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

@grendelrick I had college classes where the prof took 5 grades. THAT'S IT. Fail one & you sunk. #COLchat #oklaed

In reply to @grendelrick, @grendelrick

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Unbelievable! Do these districts also have horses/buggies, slates, & outhouses? #COLchat #Oklaed

In reply to @jasonbengs

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

I think some “common” understandings are important. Kids move. Some kids a lot. #Oklaed #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Q7: Should there be ‘common assessments’ or ‘common understandings’? Why? #oklaed #COLchat

thnorfar Mar 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Well. This could be viewed later. Dr Who is pretty important :) #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @thestephhinton

ShelbyJr3 Mar 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A7: we need to understand/know common things. But we can't expect the kids to learn them all in a common way. #oklaed #colchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Q7: Should there be ‘common assessments’ or ‘common understandings’? Why? #oklaed #COLchat

mrjoshflores Mar 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A7 Yes, bc everyone should have to read "The Giver” bc reasons. But it doesn't mean we don’t encourage originality. #Oklaed #COLchat

kellianglley Mar 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Teaching in a military town, I think we do need some things common. Kids come and go all the time. #COLchat #oklaed

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Q7: Should there be ‘common assessments’ or ‘common understandings’? Why? #oklaed #COLchat

FatCatArtist Mar 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Agreed. A discussion about equity needs to be on the table when talking about standardized testing. #oklaed #COLchat

aj_hartley1 Mar 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A7: Correlation between standardized testing and socio-economics. Let's even the playing field. Personalize assessments! #COLchat #oklaed

thnorfar Mar 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Good luck on grad school Please stay in OK ;-) #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @luvstchng

djthoreson Mar 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A7: Yes, just like there should be common courtesy. They are there, are we ready for them? #oklaed #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Q7: Should there be ‘common assessments’ or ‘common understandings’? Why? #oklaed #COLchat

dena_rogers Mar 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A7 - doesn’t an assessment gage the level of understanding? Assessments R not the bad guy, how we use them is the problem. #oklaed #colchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Q7: Should there be ‘common assessments’ or ‘common understandings’? Why? #oklaed #COLchat

EduGladiators Mar 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

🗓Mark your calendars! #EduGladiators wraps 4Cs of Success w/ @jprofNB #txeduchat #iaedchat #oklaed #princleaderchat

In reply to @jprofNB

juscallmemrdean Mar 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A7: I believe yes Helps create some common knowledge among the community #oklaed #colchat

jlreed2011 Mar 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A7) Common Assessments are not bad. They can spark collaboration and help in the PLC process. Its all in how they're used. #oklaed #COLchat

jssclynn Mar 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A7. Find a way to show growth in each student in each content #oklaed #colchat

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A7: Common formative assessments created by Ts to help guide instruction/enrichment/intervention #oklaed #colchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Q7: Should there be ‘common assessments’ or ‘common understandings’? Why? #oklaed #COLchat

KimberBlodgett Mar 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Each student is different. So assess them differently. Although the state test doesn't. God don't get me started! #colchat #oklaed

kellianglley Mar 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Do we eventually need to assess individually though? I'm talking some Ts have close to 200 kids. #COLchat #oklaed
In reply to @KimberBlodgett

MrRogersTech Mar 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A7) Understanding of the subject is a must. S's need to know the content. #oklaed #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Q7: Should there be ‘common assessments’ or ‘common understandings’? Why? #oklaed #COLchat

grendelrick Mar 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

And I had classes with one or two grades. #COLchat #oklaed

watersenglish Mar 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

@grendelrick I had college classes where the prof took 5 grades. THAT'S IT. Fail one & you sunk. #COLchat #oklaed
In reply to @grendelrick, @grendelrick

AndrewKappel Mar 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A7: Yes, we need to ensure that Ss are leaving us with the skills necessary to be successful. Knowing what that is is key. #oklaed #COLchat

jackson5th6th Mar 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A7: Common assessments/practices would be great among districts, cities and states. Too many kids fail when they move. #oklaed #colchat

jpk38 Mar 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

#WYOedchat 10m away, stop by #21CL #edtech #sunchat #21stedchat #oklaED #iaedchat #caedchat

STLinOK Mar 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A7: CFAs are great gauges of place & progress. We could go with a nat normed exam (once) & be good #Oklaed

TwyllaHester Mar 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A7) Common understandings based on the essentials that are necessary as building blocks. #oklaed #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A7 Wasn't one of the main reasons the Committee of 10 gathered in the late 1800s to set common experiences for Ss? #COLchat #Oklaed

JasonPerez75 Mar 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

As long as they're not forced to watch the movie! #oklaed #COLchat

mrjoshflores Mar 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A7 Yes, bc everyone should have to read "The Giver” bc reasons. But it doesn't mean we don’t encourage originality. #Oklaed #COLchat

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A7: Common Understanding. All kids can sing!! #oklaed #COLChat

thnorfar Mar 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A7: Common assessments do have common understandings if done correctly. Love CFAs but my team do them correctly :) #oklaed #COLchat

McDonaldClay Mar 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A7: common assessments are important if you have more than one teacher teaching the same subject. #colchat #oklaed

watersenglish Mar 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Can you talk to all the admins in our state and convince them of this? LOL! #oklaed #COLchat

grendelrick Mar 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT
And I had classes with one or two grades. #COLchat #oklaed
- watersenglish Mar 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT
  
  @grendelrick I had college classes where the prof took 5 grades. THAT'S IT. Fail one & you sunk. #COLchat #oklaed
  In reply to @grendelrick, @grendelrick

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A7: #oklaed #colchat

HartfordJimmy Mar 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

a7: we should all have a common notion of what k12 looks like and what are the goals so that everyone s on the same page #oklaed #COLchat

jcbjr Mar 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

#oklaed #COLchat If I were back in college again, I'd for sure have no tests - except maybe some 'hokie' final if it were still required!!!

In reply to @grendelrick

kennethdward Mar 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A7 Can have common assessments w/out big testing production. Best assessments S's don't realize they are being assessed #oklaed #COLchat

drewprice11 Mar 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

a7: Common assessments help districts implement a "guaranteed and viable" curriculum. #oklaed #colchat

MrsHime Mar 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A7: Used to guide instruction, grouping etc. #colchat #oklaed

TwyllaHester Mar 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A7) I don't think common assessments need to be long tests.Just a few ?s, checkpoints to make sure Ss are mastering skills. #oklaed #COLchat

SpringBruins Mar 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A7: some skills can have common assessments, more complex skills would be better monitored through PBA or portfolios #oklaed #colchat

KimberBlodgett Mar 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

I get it! I have 24! I have learned to love the chatter when doing PBL! It's constructive and makes me smile. #oklaed #colchat

kellianglley Mar 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

I love PBL, but it's logistics sometime. Room space, technology availability, 35 people in a room talking at once. :-)
In reply to @KimberBlodgett

watersenglish Mar 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

I have a revision policy that allows Ss to revise any grade they don't like. Helps immensely! #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @dena_rogers, @grendelrick

STLinOK Mar 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

We moved to OK in Dec of Gremlin 1's 3red grade year...yeah. CCSS were a good thing for her in that curric exp were similar #oklaed #colchat

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT
I think some “common” understandings are important. Kids move. Some kids a lot. #Oklaed #COLchat
- MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
  
  Q7: Should there be ‘common assessments’ or ‘common understandings’? Why? #oklaed #COLchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Q8: What will you do tomorrow to ensure that “March Madness” doesn't take over your classroom/school? #oklaed #COLchat

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A7: We need to spend our time and energy focusing on the learning and planning for it, rather than reacting to test scores. #oklaed #colchat

room20awesome Mar 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A7 Common understanding is important as Ss progress, possibly move, go to college...Ss need prior knowledge to make connections. #oklaed

juscallmemrdean Mar 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Moment of shame...31yrs old and have never read The Giver #Oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @mrjoshflores

grendelrick Mar 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

It was usually a PBL situation. #COLchat #oklaed

djthoreson Mar 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

And I bet those grades were whoppers!

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Be proactive! #COLchat #Oklaed

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A7: We need to spend our time and energy focusing on the learning and planning for it, rather than reacting to test scores. #oklaed #colchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

---> 💥BOOM💥 #oklaed #colchat

dena_rogers Mar 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A7 - doesn’t an assessment gage the level of understanding? Assessments R not the bad guy, how we use them is the problem. #oklaed #colchat
- MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
  
  Q7: Should there be ‘common assessments’ or ‘common understandings’? Why? #oklaed #COLchat

jasonbengs Mar 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

all goes back to "accountability". How do we know they are teaching if they don't give grades! #Oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @MicheleCorbat

kellianglley Mar 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

This, too. #COLchat #oklaed

dena_rogers Mar 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A7 - doesn’t an assessment gage the level of understanding? Assessments R not the bad guy, how we use them is the problem. #oklaed #colchat
- MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
  
  Q7: Should there be ‘common assessments’ or ‘common understandings’? Why? #oklaed #COLchat

ChrisParadise Mar 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Law school is one. The only grade you get is your final exam. It is not multiple choice either. #OklaEd #COLchat

In reply to @watersenglish, @grendelrick

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Q8: What will you do tomorrow to ensure that “March Madness” doesn't take over your classroom/school? #oklaed #COLchat

aj_hartley1 Mar 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A8: Ss will learn of they know you love them! #COLchat #oklaed Sometimes we have to play in the box and be #positivedeviants to enjoy work

watersenglish Mar 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

More than just grade revision, I give Ss action statements they follow to take their learning up a notch. #oklaed #COLchat

grendelrick Mar 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Think outside the box. Mastery learning comes into play here.
In reply to @dena_rogers, @watersenglish

TwyllaHester Mar 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A8) Love on kids. Some of them haven't had a positive word in over a week. Show some love to Ts too! Life is too short! #oklaed #COLchat

vperezy Mar 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

We can uncreate it, too, then? Just like we can make up words...#colchat #oklaed

In reply to @MicheleCorbat, @STLinOK

mrsmcreading Mar 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A8) Tomorrow my Ss record and share their Elevator Pitches for their changemaker venture. Real life yo. #Oklaed #colchat

djthoreson Mar 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A8: My Ss have our cart of Chromebooks to work on presentations from their PBL projects! #oklaed #COLchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Q8: What will you do tomorrow to ensure that “March Madness” doesn't take over your classroom/school? #oklaed #COLchat

ebarnes73 Mar 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A8: Keep on keeping on. Do my job. #oklaed #COLchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Q8: What will you do tomorrow to ensure that “March Madness” doesn't take over your classroom/school? #oklaed #COLchat

jlreed2011 Mar 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A8) I will go in and treat student and staff with respect and dignity and let life take its course. #oklaed #COLchat

jpk38 Mar 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

#WYOedchat 5m away, stop by #21CL #sunchat #21stedchat #oklaED #iaedchat #MTedchat #txeduchat #sdedchat

jssclynn Mar 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A8. Meet with Ts to discuss ideas that make this time of the year less stress for ALL #oklaed #colchat

jcbjr Mar 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

#COLchat #oklaed A7: For me, Common Understandings BUT they would be judged by self-, peer-assessment reviewed by teachers ...

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Q7: Should there be ‘common assessments’ or ‘common understandings’? Why? #oklaed #COLchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

I love this. #COLChat #Oklaed

TwyllaHester Mar 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A8) Love on kids. Some of them haven't had a positive word in over a week. Show some love to Ts too! Life is too short! #oklaed #COLchat

Biobellrocks Mar 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A7: Common understandings can be reflected on a common assessment. I like to be able to measure what I do w/other AP Ts #COLchat #oklaed

MrsHime Mar 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A8: Celebrate Monday! Smile, give hugs, have meaningful conversations #colchat #oklaed

meghanloyd Mar 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A8: I don't even acknowledge testing. It is business as usual, make all the music, and sing our hearts out!!! #oklaed #COLChat

mrjoshflores Mar 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Dude. #Oklaed #COLChat

In reply to @JasonPerez75

mrjoshflores Mar 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT

DUDE. #Oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @juscallmemrdean

MPSTechnology Mar 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A8: I'm blocking all steaming of #marchmadness so Ts can focus on #testing... #NOT #Mutiny #PitchforksandTar #oklaed #COLchat

djthoreson Mar 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A8b) Tuesday is the ACT, though, so Ss might be a little nervous... #oklaed #COLchat

luvstchng Mar 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A7 S-B report cards with 1234 for mastery instead of # grade. Students are assessed on skills for each standard each grading. #oklaed

ShelbyJr3 Mar 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A8: #oklaed roll with it!! We have just a few days left of it any way. #colchat

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Loving the answers to Q8! Focus on our students. #relationships - Chapter 1 of @COLchat2Action #COLchat #Oklaed

In reply to @COLchat2Action

mooret11 Mar 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A8 personal connections with students and staff because a standardized email doesn't cut it.Be the change in the system. #COLchat #OklaEd

KimberBlodgett Mar 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A8: #marchmadness may take over bc of me not them! We will discuss our break and basketball and get it all out then resume. #oklaed #COLchat

thnorfar Mar 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT

I realize it is more about reassessment than # of assessments. Everyone in ed needs to get that #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @grendelrick

jssclynn Mar 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT

The best chat and topic this year! Thanks to all that made this happen. Ready for Monday 🤓 #oklaed #colchat

dena_rogers Mar 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A8 - enroll new S’s, and try to find them in the WAVE, so we can test them in 2 weeks. #oklaed #COLchat

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Probably record the #OklaSaid Podcast… https://t.co/WpG7BcO6M0 #oklaed #COLchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Q8: What will you do tomorrow to ensure that “March Madness” doesn't take over your classroom/school? #oklaed #COLchat

spiraledu Mar 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Work w/ #march madness not against it! review before our state test w/ brackets & math/ELA obstacle courses #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @MicheleCorbat

juscallmemrdean Mar 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Thats crazy that this is a problem #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @MPSTechnology

MrsHime Mar 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A8 part 2: Serve and assist teachers #colchat #oklaed

coach57 Mar 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A8)Make sure the admin, teachers, students, and support staff all know #cpsreds is about more then a test score #oklaed #colchat

jasonbengs Mar 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A7 When you gauge understanding you are assessing aren’t you? #oklaed #colchat

Werchans_world Mar 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT

#COLchat #oklaed continue with relationship building and agape love to all 379 of my freshman students!!

jackson5th6th Mar 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A8: Starting a new book and getting back to our interactive notebooks (they ❤ IN)! Also having an author assembly tom. #colchat #oklaed

lsmellott Mar 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT

#oklaed #colchat A8: My Ss are going to critique my comma rule youtube videos, discuss, and then critique their own speeches.

TeachFromHere Mar 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT

#BoomSauce #oklaed #COLchat

bethhill2829 Mar 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A7: We need to spend our time and energy focusing on the learning and planning for it, rather than reacting to test scores. #oklaed #colchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT

so true!! #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @TwyllaHester

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Thanks to @MrsBeck25 & @coach57 for bringing #Oklaed to #COLchat! #COLchat will return March 27th @ 9PM ET! @RodneyHetherton @aj_hartley1

In reply to @MrsBeck25, @coach57, @RodneyHetherton, @aj_hartley1

watersenglish Mar 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A8 I'm going to listen to my Ss, share stories, & take it easy. Then start independent projects with my juniors. #COLchat #oklaed

thnorfar Mar 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A8 Celebrate, eat and reflect on a PBL we did before spring break. #oklaed #COLchat

Biobellrocks Mar 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A8: Share anecdotes of Spring Break adventures and then move on, so much Biology so little time! #oklaed #COLchat

vperezy Mar 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Sharing website https://t.co/rnYbB0CzeW, getting word out on professional development opportunities for #oklaed. Please check it out &RT.

juscallmemrdean Mar 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A8 I hope all the prep work getting the technology ready pays off and the tech doesn't fail us. #oklaed #COLchat

aj_hartley1 Mar 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

TY @MrsBeck25 and the rest of the #oklaed crew - Great chat tonight! #COLchat @RodneyHetherton @MicheleCorbat

In reply to @MrsBeck25, @RodneyHetherton, @MicheleCorbat

room20awesome Mar 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A7 This is why vertical & horizontal planning are key (at school & district level). It's hard stay on same track w/out communication #oklaed

jcbjr Mar 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

#COLchat #oklaed A8: Fortunately, for me and other retirees, "March Madness" will continue... Go @UConnWBB Huskies!!!

MicheleCorbat Mar 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Q8: What will you do tomorrow to ensure that “March Madness” doesn't take over your classroom/school? #oklaed #COLchat

angmlittle Mar 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A8) Perception is power and students/children feed off of your mindset about it. Important to stay positive. #oklaed #COLchat

mknight08 Mar 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A8: allow discussions about March Madness to reconnect w/ Ss and get them back in school mode #oklaed #COLchat

kellianglley Mar 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

If you want PD, all you have to do it look! #oklaed #EPSOwls #elaok

vperezy Mar 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Sharing website https://t.co/rnYbB0CzeW, getting word out on professional development opportunities for #oklaed. Please check it out &RT.

ChrisParadise Mar 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A8) We are going with the fresh start approach. Clean slate, new attitudes, last 9 weeks, new projects, lets go! #OklaEd #COLchat

mrjoshflores Mar 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A8 Continue to encourage/promote practical inFormative assessment processes focused on unique the qualities of Literacy ins #Oklaed #COLchat

MPSTechnology Mar 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Its not a problem. Our Ts are awesome about how they use the available network. #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @juscallmemrdean

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Our pleasure!! What an amazing chat!!! #oklaed #colchat

In reply to @MicheleCorbat, @coach57, @RodneyHetherton, @aj_hartley1

SethMeier Mar 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A8) Literally, the 1st thing we are doing tomorrow is an assembly where Ss and Ts are just playing games. #oklaed

shetherington13 Mar 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A6 I don't know but will find out. #oklaed

MrRogersTech Mar 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A8)Build the relationship by finding out how Spring Break went. #oklaed #colchat

RodneyHetherton Mar 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Q8: What will you do tomorrow to ensure that “March Madness” doesn't take over your classroom/school? #oklaed #COLchat

MrsBeck25 - Moderator Mar 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Big shout out to @RodneyHetherton @MicheleCorbat @aj_hartley1 from #COLchat for an amazing chat! Always 😊 to grow my #pln #oklaed

In reply to @RodneyHetherton, @MicheleCorbat, @aj_hartley1

mrskerrs_class Mar 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A8-Encourage teachers with positivity & support! I also can't wait to see my Ss! 2 weeks can b 2 long! I can't wait 2 love on them! #oklaed

jasonbengs Mar 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Where is the sarcasm font? Sometimes I can’t tell if the response is sarcastic or clueless #oklaed #colchat

edgeblogger Mar 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A7: Don't have a problem w/ common measure of student progress towards standards,but keep in perspective. More to learning. #oklaed #COLChat

jlreed2011 Mar 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT

@MrsBeck25 & @coach57 Thank you for a great chat tonight. #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @MrsBeck25, @coach57

AndrewKappel Mar 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A8: Breathe together and keep focussing on learning for the real world. Testing is testing, but won't pay the bills. #oklaed #COLchat

WDTK33 Mar 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT

is that all for tonight? #oklaed #COLchat

In reply to @MrsBeck25, @RodneyHetherton, @MicheleCorbat, @aj_hartley1