#cdnedchat Archive
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Monday May 30, 2016
8:00 PM EDT
cdnedchat
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May 30 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Good evening everyone. Tonight’s
#cdnedchat
will be hosted by
@jpetersen02
and
@MissPollock
cdnedchat
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Welcome again to all. Please share who you are, what you teach and where you are tweeting from!
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cdnedchat
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May 30 @ 8:00 PM EDT
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Good evening, everyone! James tweeting from Montreal, QC. Happy to be joining you in
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to talk about how we'll close the year
ShiftParadigm
May 30 @ 8:05 PM EDT
IF YOU TEACH, you know isolation. It seeks you out. You cannot elude it. Read more here ->
https://t.co/uB5xiRFLs6
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:05 PM EDT
Hello
#cdnedchat
folks, I hope you'll be able to join us right now to chat about how you're ending the school year!
cdnedchat
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT
For those who are new...we do a “structured chat” with Question 1, Q1, with Answer 1, A1, to support all to participate!
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cdnedchat
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Tonight’s
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topic is Wrapping Up the School Year
cdnedchat
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Let’s get started! Our first question is coming up!
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maguire_stephen
May 30 @ 8:07 PM EDT
@cdnedchat
hi Steve here recent grad in the Es field, first time in this chat.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:07 PM EDT
Q1: How do you keep your students and yourself engaged as we start to think of summer holidays?
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:08 PM EDT
Hi Everyone, Theresa from Sherwood Park. It is an exciting time of year
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:08 PM EDT
@maguire_stephen
Hi Steve, welcome to
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:08 PM EDT
@maguire_stephen
@cdnedchat
Hi Steve! Welcome to
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and congratulations on your graduation!
misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT
@TheCandyDish
Hi Theresa! Great to see you tonight!
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT
@jpetersen02
It is very hard. Lots of outdoor fun.
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT
@maguire_stephen
Hi Steve, Welcome to
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT
@TheCandyDish
Is it unbridled madness outdoors, or more directed learning?
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT
A1: As at any time of the year, I try to focus on student interest, current events and making things special.
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stupidtalk
May 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
clearly my students were done today 😂
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misspollock
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May 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
A1: At the end of the yr, weather turns nicer and Ss (and Ts) get busy with other things, I try to bring that into the clsrm
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JwhiteJudith
May 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
Judith here from Mtl
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
@misspollock
Current events that our students are talking about are a great way to get them to think critically.
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
@stupidtalk
Uh oh! What happened?
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
@JwhiteJudith
Hey Judith, great to see you!
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
@JwhiteJudith
Welcome, Judith! Thanks for joining us tonight!
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stupidtalk
May 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1 my most engaging. creative and interesting short term projects
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1: I have to make sure to just enjoy the moments and not wish for the days to go by so quick.
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
@jpetersen02
A little bit of both. :)
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stupidtalk
May 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1 toys from home on Fridays. games and technology
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misspollock
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May 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
@stupidtalk
Awesome! What are you working on now?
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JwhiteJudith
May 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A-1 I am inviting kids to our very first
#makerspace
#wickedwednesday
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stupidtalk
May 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
A1 go outside and draw. the school. the neighborhood houses. the trees. the play structure
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TheCandyDish
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May 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
@misspollock
I would agree. But I feel this time of year is extra special.
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
@JwhiteJudith
Way to keep things exciting and fun till the end of the year.
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stupidtalk
May 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
A1 lots of outdoor Ed experiences in the neighborhood
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rlhowes
May 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT
It can be difficult to motivate students, especially when the weather is beautiful. I like taking our work outside!
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JwhiteJudith
May 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT
@misspollock
hope them come and play!
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:14 PM EDT
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@TheCandyDish
Totally! It's a great time to celebrate the successes of the year and have lots of outdoor adventures!
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:14 PM EDT
@JwhiteJudith
Can't wait to see photos. We tried to make Brush Bots today. But half did not work.
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:14 PM EDT
@rlhowes
It is certainly a challenge. Taking students outside can really help.
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:15 PM EDT
@stupidtalk
@toddparr
Awesome! So fun! That will definitely keep them engaged!
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:16 PM EDT
A1: I like to use every min of the school yr-heading towards the summer means we only have a short amount of time left together!
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:16 PM EDT
@misspollock
@stupidtalk
@toddparr
Super cool.
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TTMobile_ca
May 30 @ 8:16 PM EDT
#cdnedchat
is now trending in Canada, ranking 22
jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:17 PM EDT
Q2: What lessons do you hope your students will carry with them in the future?
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:17 PM EDT
A1: Our ABC Countdown has also helped keep the students motivated.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
@TheCandyDish
Shouldn't that be a zxy countdown?
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A2: Love of READING!!
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:19 PM EDT
A2: This yr, I've worked w Superhero Learners in
https://t.co/h6JQZBwwRj
- I hope they continue to work tw their Epic Wins!
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stupidtalk
May 30 @ 8:19 PM EDT
Q2 read grade twos Harry Potter. Wizard of Oz. Pinocchio. Lion,Witch Wardrobe
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:19 PM EDT
@jpetersen02
maybe I will try that next year. :)
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:19 PM EDT
@TheCandyDish
You should definitely try it without messing it up. Should've been ZYX Countdown.
#fail
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RedgersGr1
May 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
A1: Inquiry has kept Ss engaged at the most challenging times of year: Christmas and spring
#CdnEdChat
https://t.co/7PqhXxzOlz
jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:07 PM EDT
Q1: How do you keep your students and yourself engaged as we start to think of summer holidays?
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maguire_stephen
May 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
@cdnedchat
A2: That the summer break is an ideal time for self guided learning.
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
@RedgersGr1
Thanks for joining us tonight! What sorts of things are you and your students working on right now?
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT
A2: I also hope my students just take time to reflect on their year and realize how much they have grown.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT
A2: I always want my students to know that the secret is not in knowing the answers, it's in knowing what and whom to ask
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT
@maguire_stephen
@cdnedchat
What tools do you give your Ss to help them explore their passions in the summer?
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT
@TheCandyDish
Do you give them tools to do so?
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
@misspollock
Our Leadership Notebooks are such a great way for our students to see their progress.
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
@TheCandyDish
Cool! Tell me more about those!
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JwhiteJudith
May 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
A-2 to go thru the summer with the confidence to try new things ,and reflect about those choices
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:23 PM EDT
@misspollock
@maguire_stephen
A year end journal is a great tool.
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maguire_stephen
May 30 @ 8:23 PM EDT
@misspollock
@cdnedchat
some of the students I work with you need to get the parents involved. Give parents resources to guide
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RedgersGr1
May 30 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A2: Even small students are capable of huge achievements & the importance of all aspects of community
#CdnEdChat
https://t.co/1ovV2fNZRB
jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:17 PM EDT
Q2: What lessons do you hope your students will carry with them in the future?
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JwhiteJudith
May 30 @ 8:23 PM EDT
@jpetersen02
thats why its always good to have this forum
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:24 PM EDT
@misspollock
It is similar to a portfolio but the students also keep track of their own data, celebrations and goals.
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:24 PM EDT
@maguire_stephen
@misspollock
@cdnedchat
Agree. Also send home dice and cards to practice math games.
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maguire_stephen
May 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
@TheCandyDish
@misspollock
I've found some students like to write down plans or goals for the summer, gets them thinking.
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
@maguire_stephen
@TheCandyDish
That's a wonderful practice to learn from any age!
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
@TheCandyDish
@maguire_stephen
@misspollock
@cdnedchat
I love playing with dice and cards, and inventing games of chance.
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JwhiteJudith
May 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
@TheCandyDish
@misspollock
what a great idea !
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:27 PM EDT
Q3: What were your goals at the beginning of the year? Did you achieve them?
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT
@RedgersGr1
Whoa. That's terrific. Have you been talking about the wildfires?
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maguire_stephen
May 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT
@jpetersen02
@TheCandyDish
@misspollock
@cdnedchat
can make up anything with dice on the spot too, game creation as learning!
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT
@jpetersen02
@maguire_stephen
@misspollock
One of my students taught the class how to play clock solitaire last week. Super fun.
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RedgersGr1
May 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT
In the midst of collaborative inquiry w Gr 7 class abt natural/human-made disasters, impact on community
#CdnEdChat
https://t.co/pbF5IaZlfE
misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
@RedgersGr1
Thanks for joining us tonight! What sorts of things are you and your students working on right now?
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT
A3: I've been out of the clsrm this yr, and set goals to explore and experiment in education outside the system
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:30 PM EDT
A3: This yr, I've finished and published a book, started 2 microschools: one for Syrian newcomers and one for Superhero Learners
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:30 PM EDT
@misspollock
Wow, that's incredible!
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:31 PM EDT
A3: I've had the chance to work with businesses, schools and individuals - coaching and consulting and blue sky thinking
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maguire_stephen
May 30 @ 8:31 PM EDT
A3: simple goal for one student was combing his hair everyday, about 50% successful. Life skills are hard to measure success.
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JwhiteJudith
May 30 @ 8:31 PM EDT
A-3 I did not achieve my goals , but I found a way to change my endgame and meet most of them
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RedgersGr1
May 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT
Yes, has been example of how communities r affected by natural disasters, who helps, prevention, response
#CdnEdChat
https://t.co/TswddRNLjB
misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT
@RedgersGr1
Whoa. That's terrific. Have you been talking about the wildfires?
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JwhiteJudith
May 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT
@misspollock
WOW! That is Amazing ! In awe
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT
A3: Our principal had us write a postcard to ourselves at the beginning of the year about our goals.
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https://t.co/p4XEdzycrW
misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT
@JwhiteJudith
That's what it's all about! Changing and learning as we go!
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT
A3: I think I said, Have an amazing year!! And that is achieved!!!
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT
@JwhiteJudith
It's been a big year! I feel really lucky to have had the time to dream, experiment and prototype ideas
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT
@RedgersGr1
Did you see this video today?
https://t.co/EuUWzGrieM
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT
@TheCandyDish
Staying passionate about what we do is critical not just to our success as educators, but to our happiness as well!
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maguire_stephen
May 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT
@JwhiteJudith
Sometimes educators are too hard on themselves about incompletely goals.
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT
@TheCandyDish
I often do this with students at the end of the year and send the letters years later!
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT
@JwhiteJudith
What did you change to help you achieve what you wanted?
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT
@maguire_stephen
@JwhiteJudith
Powerful role modelling to our Ss to show them that our goals can change and that is not failure
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:36 PM EDT
@misspollock
@maguire_stephen
@JwhiteJudith
As we learn, we can use that new knowledge to form diff goals. Useful life skill!
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maguire_stephen
May 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT
@misspollock
@JwhiteJudith
to quote one of my former professors; "preach"! Goal changing is not failure, if so I've failed a lot!
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RedgersGr1
May 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT
To use inquiry & play-based learning in Gr 1. Goals achieved but still learning lots!
#CdnEdChat
https://t.co/UBqgWT4sLK
misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:27 PM EDT
Q3: What were your goals at the beginning of the year? Did you achieve them?
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JwhiteJudith
May 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT
@jpetersen02
- I changed my approach and accepted what Ss and Ts were able to offer and achieve
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a big thx to
@Crippit
jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT
Q4: What were some of your biggest professional challenges this year?
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT
@jpetersen02
Tough question.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT
@TheCandyDish
I always shoot for hard questions - they've got the most interesting answers!
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A4: Working for myself and not in a school was challenging - dealt with loneliness, prioritizing, lack of motivation at times
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A4: We focused on a lot of data this year. And implemented many new programs. Sometimes it was overwhelming.
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A4: Working on so many diff projects, I had to deal with being way too busy or not busy enough. Tricky balance.
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JwhiteJudith
May 30 @ 8:40 PM EDT
A-4 accepting that we all learn , and want to learn, at different rates and that's ok - also that passion is infectious
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:40 PM EDT
I set out to perform a longitudinal statistical analysis, which was a big challenge, but had very a interesting outcome.
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:40 PM EDT
@misspollock
I wondered if you felt lonely at times. Thanks for being honest.
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT
@jpetersen02
That just sounds hard and complicated.
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT
@TheCandyDish
Oh man, not being surrounded by people at all times was totally weird. Making my own schedule to...
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maguire_stephen
May 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT
A4: Accepting that I will have limitations and that coworkers will have their own limitations.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:42 PM EDT
@misspollock
@TheCandyDish
I enjoy being able to crank up the music and jam through my work by myself sometimes.
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JwhiteJudith
May 30 @ 8:42 PM EDT
A-4 having a never give up attitude / approach to tackling problems is a gift
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RedgersGr1
May 30 @ 8:43 PM EDT
Oh my goodness, no! This is amazing! TY! Talk about community building!
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@dsiertse
@cbroer203
https://t.co/xgEc04CPCZ
misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT
@RedgersGr1
Did you see this video today?
https://t.co/EuUWzGrieM
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:43 PM EDT
@RedgersGr1
@dsiertse
@cbroer203
It was all over facebook today and was my
#dailycry
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maguire_stephen
May 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT
@misspollock
my related challenge was wanting to be alone too much at times, needing to shut things out.
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT
Q5: What is your focus for the summer holidays? R & R? Professional Development? Part-time work? Planning?
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chrisp16
May 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT
#cdnedchat
Sorry to be missing chat. Will check archives tomorrow. Finishing up my reports. See you next week!
misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:45 PM EDT
@maguire_stephen
It's always hard to strike a balance that makes you comfortable and happy
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RedgersGr1
May 30 @ 8:45 PM EDT
Assessment and evaluation, keeping up w all that goes on during inquiry & exploration. Never enough time!
#CdnEdChat
https://t.co/IvLRkm4kIz
jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT
Q4: What were some of your biggest professional challenges this year?
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:46 PM EDT
@chrisp16
No problem. Good luck on reports!
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maguire_stephen
May 30 @ 8:46 PM EDT
A5: volunteering at a relief/respite charity for parents of children w ASD. Also reading A LOT!
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT
@misspollock
SLEEP!
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT
A5: I'm directing a summer camp, managing 70 teen/young adult staff, as well as planning for next yr as Creative Director at a HS
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT
A5: When I was in the clsrm, the first few weeks of summer were totally devoted to rest and reconnecting with friends/family
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maguire_stephen
May 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT
@TheCandyDish
@misspollock
Yes, sleep, sleep, and hopefully more sleep!
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT
@chrisp16
Hope to see you next week as it is our Annual Twitter BBQ - Year End Wrap Up.
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT
A5: This summer will be challenging, as I will not have regular access to tech and will have to be organized w paper!
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT
A5: I'm going to go canoe tripping, reconnect with nature, and take a vacation from the internet. It's been too long
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT
@melssamar
@cdnedchat
Good for you! How do you lpan to do that!
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT
A5: I would like to also re-work some of my lesson plans and finish off my assessment plan to go with the new report cards.
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT
@misspollock
busy summer for you.
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT
@TheCandyDish
I am so lucky to have so many fun opportunities and get to keep so busy!
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JwhiteJudith
May 30 @ 8:50 PM EDT
A-5 need part-time work& home reno - want to create a new workshop for science applications
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:50 PM EDT
@jpetersen02
How long will the vacation from the internet be?
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JwhiteJudith
May 30 @ 8:51 PM EDT
@jpetersen02
jealous ! But you deserve it !
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:51 PM EDT
Q6: Share your best tips for interesting, engaging, fun activities that will keep your students learning despite the distractions
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:51 PM EDT
@TheCandyDish
Only about 3 days at a time. Gotta work to pay the bills! It would be longer if I had my way.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:53 PM EDT
A6: Create a gradual reveal of clues that students can piece together to solve a puzzle or riddle. Prizes optional
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:53 PM EDT
@misspollock
A6: Build with Chrome, LEGO, coding, cards, dice, games, child centres, chalk, books, iPads.
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:54 PM EDT
A6: I love focusing on gratitude at this time of year - read "All the Good Things" and write your own
https://t.co/jDU7f8Qo9E
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT
A6: Reflect on the year you had and help students create ways to share their learning and progress
https://t.co/cZEuhqRjuu
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maguire_stephen
May 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT
A6: Legos are always good. Create a theme and get the Ss helping each other work towards the theme.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:56 PM EDT
Q7: What do you want to tell your future self at the beginning of the next school year?
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:56 PM EDT
A7: Go with the flow. It will all work out.
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misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT
A7: Keep doing what you know is right. Stand up for learners, even when you meet with lots of resistance.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT
A7: You can take your job seriously (and really, you should), but don't make the mistake of taking yourself seriously.
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maguire_stephen
May 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT
A7: Relax, take time to yourself and don't be too hard on yourself, it doesn't help you or the students!
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cdnedchat
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT
Thank you for joining our
#cdnedchat
tonight!
maguire_stephen
May 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT
@jpetersen02
I'll just add; ditto!
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cdnedchat
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT
If there are any other resources/materials you found helpful for this topic, share them throughout the week using the
#cdnedchat
hashtag.
cdnedchat
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT
PLEASE suggest or vote for topics for future
#cdnedchat
at
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JwhiteJudith
May 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT
A-7 keep the open door policy- you never know who will knock or walk through the door
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cdnedchat
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:59 PM EDT
Be sure to follow some of the new friends you met here tonight at
#cdnedchat
to continue the conversation!
TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:59 PM EDT
@misspollock
great advice.
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cdnedchat
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:59 PM EDT
Continue the PLN conversation throughout the week by using the
#cdnedchat
hashtag on your tweets.
cdnedchat
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:59 PM EDT
See you next week for the last
#cdnedchat
of this year - it's our annual Twitter BBQ Bash for the end of the school year!
misspollock
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:59 PM EDT
Thanks to the participants of
#cdnedchat
tonight who are keeping up their energy and PLN right to the end of the year!
TheCandyDish
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:59 PM EDT
Thank you to
@jpetersen02
&
@misspollock
for moderating tonight. Loved the Qs.
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