#cdnedchat Archive
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Monday December 5, 2016
8:00 PM EST
cdnedchat
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Dec 5 @ 8:00 PM EST
Good evening everyone. Tonight’s
#cdnedchat
will be hosted by
@jpetersen02
and
@TheCandyDish
In reply to @jpetersen02, @TheCandyDish
cdnedchat
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Dec 5 @ 8:00 PM EST
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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Dec 5 @ 8:00 PM EST
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jpetersen02
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Dec 5 @ 8:01 PM EST
Good evening, everyone! James Petersen tweeting from Montreal, QC. Happy to be joining you in
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:01 PM EST
Hi Everyone, I am excited about tonight's chat. Hoping to learn lots.
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TheCandyDish
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Dec 5 @ 8:02 PM EST
Theresa Wells-Taylor from Sherwood Park, Alberta.
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jpetersen02
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Dec 5 @ 8:02 PM EST
Tonight's topic is Questions - deceptively challenging to ideate!
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JwhiteJudith
Dec 5 @ 8:03 PM EST
Judith here from Mtl. High School Sciences
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jpetersen02
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Dec 5 @ 8:03 PM EST
@TheCandyDish
Hi Teresa! How's your week been?
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chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:03 PM EST
Chris, a reading specialist, tweeting from outside Philadelphia.
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jpetersen02
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Dec 5 @ 8:04 PM EST
Hi Chris! Welcome to
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TheCandyDish
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Dec 5 @ 8:04 PM EST
Hi Judith, Excited to have you join us.
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jpetersen02
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Dec 5 @ 8:04 PM EST
Hey Judith, how are you?
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:04 PM EST
Excited to hear your answers tonight, Chris.
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cdnedchat
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:05 PM EST
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
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Dec 5 @ 8:05 PM EST
Tonight’s
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topic is Questions
chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:05 PM EST
Thanks! Glad to be here!
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In reply to @jpetersen02
cdnedchat
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:05 PM EST
Let’s get started! Our first question is coming up!
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BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:05 PM EST
Great to have you with us Judith
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In reply to @JwhiteJudith
jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:06 PM EST
Q1: What qualities do good questions share?
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:07 PM EST
A1: Open-ended.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:07 PM EST
Can you elaborate?
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chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:08 PM EST
A1: questions should be thoughtful and require thought to answer.
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TheCandyDish
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Dec 5 @ 8:08 PM EST
Students can show their understanding in a variety of ways.
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JwhiteJudith
Dec 5 @ 8:08 PM EST
A-1 open ended, more than 1 answer and leads to more ???
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usabbs
Dec 5 @ 8:08 PM EST
#hourofcode
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:08 PM EST
Do not require just memorization.
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In reply to @chrisp16
BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:08 PM EST
1A. I think that good questions make you think and reflect on your answer.
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ZeliaMCT
Dec 5 @ 8:09 PM EST
A1: a question that has you thinking avoiding a quick to respond reaction
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:09 PM EST
Like the kinds of questions that can't be answered with a quick Google search.
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BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:09 PM EST
Yes reflection
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BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:10 PM EST
Yes please expand
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:10 PM EST
I have a feeling tonight's questions will require thinking.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:10 PM EST
I think a good question requires the formation of a fact-based opinion answer, shared in a meaningful way.
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ZeliaMCT
Dec 5 @ 8:10 PM EST
Yes! "Google it" not the go-to place for thinking of a response
@jpetersen02
@TheCandyDish
@chrisp16
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chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:10 PM EST
I agree. Hate when tests require students to memorize the answers and spit them out.
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schink10
Dec 5 @ 8:11 PM EST
A1: open-ended, "no right answer", thought-provoking
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jpetersen02
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Dec 5 @ 8:11 PM EST
I think those kinds of questions turn students into "answer factories" that require little active thought
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chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:11 PM EST
Questions should require answers that provoke the T to think & understnd Ss thinking.
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ZeliaMCT
Dec 5 @ 8:12 PM EST
A good question has you considering perspective/bias in response beefier sharing
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JwhiteJudith
Dec 5 @ 8:12 PM EST
but some of the Ss can use google o get facts and then evaluate them to get an answer
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:12 PM EST
However, I have to admit. I do struggle with this sometimes in grade one as I also require mastering of basic skills.
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In reply to @chrisp16
jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:12 PM EST
Right. A search is a good place to start building an answer, but not the end of the process
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In reply to @JwhiteJudith
TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:12 PM EST
Q2: How can we frame (or re-frame) questions to elicit longer student responses? Can you give an example?
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chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:12 PM EST
exactly!! love the term "answer factories"!
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jpetersen02
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Dec 5 @ 8:11 PM EST
I think those kinds of questions turn students into "answer factories" that require little active thought
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In reply to @chrisp16, @TheCandyDish
TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:12 PM EST
yes.
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In reply to @jpetersen02, @chrisp16
ZeliaMCT
Dec 5 @ 8:13 PM EST
A good question has you considering perspective/bias in response before sharing
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:13 PM EST
A2: Instead of asking for a direct response, we can ask students to explain or justify their choice. Allow subjectivity
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:13 PM EST
I agree with open-ended and thought provoking.
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In reply to @schink10
BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:14 PM EST
I would imagine your grade ones have tons of great questions.
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Dec 5 @ 8:14 PM EST
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ChrisCocek
Dec 5 @ 8:14 PM EST
a1 you can't google the answer.
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ZeliaMCT
Dec 5 @ 8:14 PM EST
A2: modelling, practicing how 2 generate questions & types of responses receives based on question types
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chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:14 PM EST
I hear you! I work w/ younger Ss & basics r needed, but Ss spitting out rt answers at the right time? application!
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JwhiteJudith
Dec 5 @ 8:14 PM EST
oh yeah. Need to differentiate. Like this video
https://t.co/qkIUyNDPuY
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In reply to @chrisp16, @jpetersen02, @TheCandyDish
jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:14 PM EST
Modeling questions and answers are a critical part of our professional practice as teachers.
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chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:14 PM EST
I hear you! I work w/ younger Ss & basics r needed, but Ss spitting out rt answers at the right time? application!
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In reply to @TheCandyDish
TheCandyDish
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Dec 5 @ 8:14 PM EST
Yes!
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chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:14 PM EST
I hear you! I work w/ younger Ss & basics r needed, but Ss spitting out rt answers at the right time? application!
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In reply to @TheCandyDish
BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:15 PM EST
A2. How about asking open ended questions.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:15 PM EST
What qualifies a question as open-ended versus a closed question?
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In reply to @BSchlacht
chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:15 PM EST
A2: phrasing the questions using How or Why rather than just What, Where and When.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:16 PM EST
Go beyond the facts and have students explain context - great idea!
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In reply to @chrisp16
BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:16 PM EST
Zelia, modeling is excellent practice
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In reply to @ZeliaMCT
chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:16 PM EST
Maybe this is one of the reasons why primary Ss struggle w/ asking questions?
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In reply to @jpetersen02
ChrisCocek
Dec 5 @ 8:17 PM EST
A2 asking to provide a connection to their world/culture/life
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:17 PM EST
A2: Asking Qs such as - Can you tell me a time when you ______ ? Or Give me an example of when _______ ?
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JwhiteJudith
Dec 5 @ 8:17 PM EST
A-2 we can ask them to reflect on their response - such as when we make improvements to our original designs
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ZeliaMCT
Dec 5 @ 8:17 PM EST
Questions that leads the needs for thought, research & discussion
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:17 PM EST
I agree, real world application.
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In reply to @ChrisCocek
jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:18 PM EST
You can easily improve many a question by tacking on a "how" or "why" to the end of it.
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In reply to @chrisp16
TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:18 PM EST
A2: Can you think of how you could apply this in a different situation?
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ZeliaMCT
Dec 5 @ 8:18 PM EST
Providing Ss time for reflection is invaluable!
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JwhiteJudith
Dec 5 @ 8:17 PM EST
A-2 we can ask them to reflect on their response - such as when we make improvements to our original designs
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schink10
Dec 5 @ 8:18 PM EST
A2: Add follow-up questions which shift perspective: "How would a lawyer answer this question? An 8-year old? A musician?
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BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:18 PM EST
I think one where you don't respond with facts or unsupported opinions.
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In reply to @jpetersen02
TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:19 PM EST
cool idea. Like this.
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In reply to @schink10
BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:19 PM EST
Very true.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:19 PM EST
Q3: How are good questions related to assessment of student learning? What about poorly worded questions?
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chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:20 PM EST
As well as "show me" when reading text? Explaining your answer helps your thought processes. Knowledge runs deep.
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:20 PM EST
A3: I think having someone else look over your assessments before administering might help with poorly worded questions.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:20 PM EST
Great example of how an open-ended question differs from closed questions.
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msafunk
Dec 5 @ 8:17 PM EST
I would say open-ended allows for a variety of answers, a closed question allows for one and the rest are wrong
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schink10
Dec 5 @ 8:20 PM EST
A3: A good question doesn't require a student to recall a fact, rather to apply a concept in a different context.
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:21 PM EST
A3: Good questions ensure student learning is applied in a variety of situations not just the ones practiced in class.
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FloradTeach
Dec 5 @ 8:21 PM EST
A3 A good question will allow you insight into student thinking, poorly asked question tells you nothing about Ss understanding
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JwhiteJudith
Dec 5 @ 8:21 PM EST
A-3 good ?? Show understanding , Poor ?? show regurgitation
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:21 PM EST
That's a great way to ensure that your questions are indeed assessing what you're looking for
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In reply to @TheCandyDish
ZeliaMCT
Dec 5 @ 8:21 PM EST
A3: varying question type but need 2 generate questions 2 dig deeper & develop understanding
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BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:22 PM EST
A3 Good questions are directly related to the understanding of the outcomes.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:22 PM EST
So a good question will require Ss to not only think, but to show their thinking? I like it!
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In reply to @FloradTeach
chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:22 PM EST
A3: with poor questions the emphasis is on facts, but with good questions thinking/application is the top priority.
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chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:23 PM EST
A3: Ts need to think what is it they want to assess and why. Then proceed to the questions.
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jpetersen02
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Dec 5 @ 8:23 PM EST
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A_Dobbie11
Dec 5 @ 8:22 PM EST
Great questions are needed to guide Ss to find ways to improve the quality of their own work (questioning feedback).
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DrPaulKleiman
Dec 5 @ 8:23 PM EST
A2 Shift from asking what IS the answer? to what MIGHT be the answers? Opens up possibilities and creative thinking.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:23 PM EST
Or even "What might be some typical wrong answers?" and explain why they're wrong.
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In reply to @DrPaulKleiman
chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:24 PM EST
Love this!
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ZeliaMCT
Dec 5 @ 8:21 PM EST
A3: varying question type but need 2 generate questions 2 dig deeper & develop understanding
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ZeliaMCT
Dec 5 @ 8:24 PM EST
Yes! Ss have shared they have apprec8 shorter AofL but never realized how challenging it was 4them 2 think of responses
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In reply to @schink10
BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:24 PM EST
Yes good questions are actually good assessment tools.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:24 PM EST
It took me far too long that taken collectively, answers tell you far more about the question than they do about the learning.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:25 PM EST
*Far too long to learn
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chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:25 PM EST
There are times when recalling information needs to be assessed, but then proceed to applying that information.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:26 PM EST
Recall, then synthesize and analyze.
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In reply to @chrisp16
BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:26 PM EST
Hopefully the first question is just a catalyst for many more questions
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In reply to @ZeliaMCT
jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:26 PM EST
This is certainly a characteristic of good questions!
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BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:26 PM EST
Hopefully the first question is just a catalyst for many more questions
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msafunk
Dec 5 @ 8:26 PM EST
A3: Good questions begin the thinking process, allowing us to see learning in action. Poorly worded often ends in silence or a .
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:27 PM EST
Q4: What are some questions you ask yourself to promote life-long learning?
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JwhiteJudith
Dec 5 @ 8:27 PM EST
A3: a good question encourages further learning / investigating on the Ss part
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chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:27 PM EST
aah! yes! sage of old!
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:27 PM EST
Yes. I find this a lot in the younger grades as well. First, we must be able to recall. Then apply.
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In reply to @chrisp16
BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:28 PM EST
Yes Paul be inquisitive
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In reply to @DrPaulKleiman
chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:28 PM EST
A4: WHAT are you doing here? the basic questions will lead to deeper understanding when reflecting.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:28 PM EST
A4: What did I learn today that I can build upon? How can I solve the same problem differently?
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:28 PM EST
A4: Am I doing enough? Where am I failing?
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A_Dobbie11
Dec 5 @ 8:28 PM EST
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Ss receive direct guidance while practising-fdbk Qs for evals-Ss research/preview meaning of Qs carefully..
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misspollock
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:29 PM EST
Sorry I'm missing
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tonight, friends. I'm in California at
@bigideasfest
...keep asking great qs!
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ZeliaMCT
Dec 5 @ 8:29 PM EST
Absolutely!
@BSchlacht
r inquiry wall is referred 2throughout the year across all learning & Ss apprec8 time on learning 2 cr8 ?s
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JwhiteJudith
Dec 5 @ 8:29 PM EST
A4: Why not ? always gets me wanting more learning
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chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:29 PM EST
esp w/ rdg. My Ss can recall the vowel sounds in iso but have trouble applying. So which is more impo?
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A_Dobbie11
Dec 5 @ 8:30 PM EST
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...then reply to fdbk with plan to correct and improve work. Then, revise work in another colour. Proof of learning
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chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:30 PM EST
enjoy the weather!
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ZeliaMCT
Dec 5 @ 8:30 PM EST
A4: would I be a student in my own class? Would I have my kids in my class?
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:30 PM EST
Don't forget to add "What will I do differently?" to that list!
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In reply to @TheCandyDish
TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:30 PM EST
Yes!! Same with spelling. Can get 100% on a test but you never see it in their written work.
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DrPaulKleiman
Dec 5 @ 8:30 PM EST
A3 A good question should have a whiff of danger about it. It could/should lead one into a learning adventure and new territory.
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msafunk
Dec 5 @ 8:30 PM EST
A4: Did I achieve my key question? What did I learn? How can I make this better?
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:30 PM EST
And what haven't I tried yet or want to try next?
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In reply to @jpetersen02
BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:30 PM EST
Yes good questions can be a great learning tool.
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In reply to @msafunk
jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:31 PM EST
Whom can I ask to help me make this better? Don't forget to use your resources!
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In reply to @msafunk
ZeliaMCT
Dec 5 @ 8:31 PM EST
A4: are my lessons addressing the needs of the students in my class this school year?
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FloradTeach
Dec 5 @ 8:31 PM EST
Like the question "which one doesn't belong", no one answer & you need to justify your answer
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chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:31 PM EST
A4: How can I......? Always consider your goal, your beliefs. Good questions should be drafted with Ss in mind.
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MeldrumKim
Dec 5 @ 8:31 PM EST
So true. More than 30 years of research confirms that!
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:30 PM EST
Yes!! Same with spelling. Can get 100% on a test but you never see it in their written work.
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In reply to @chrisp16
chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:32 PM EST
so true! Trying to get that through to some ppl.
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In reply to @TheCandyDish
msafunk
Dec 5 @ 8:32 PM EST
Also, how is someone else succeeding in an area that I need work on, what is it that they are doing?
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In reply to @jpetersen02
jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:33 PM EST
Q5: What questions are necessary to ask for reflective learning or to support metacognition?
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FloradTeach
Dec 5 @ 8:33 PM EST
Sorry missed Q4, having issues with my iPad
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chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:33 PM EST
But sometimes there are Ts who think the Ss are more successful w/ the way they always taught it.
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:34 PM EST
Q4: What are some questions you ask yourself to promote life-long learning?
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In reply to @FloradTeach
BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:34 PM EST
A4. Questions that generate excitement about learning.
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DrPaulKleiman
Dec 5 @ 8:34 PM EST
A4 Absolutely. Same questions re: setting assessment assignments.
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In reply to @ZeliaMCT
jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:34 PM EST
That might be true for some students, but is likely false for ALL students combined. Hence differentiation
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A_Dobbie11
Dec 5 @ 8:34 PM EST
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How could I help Ss without directly telling them the answers? Let them find the answers they seek themselves.
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:34 PM EST
I noticed ..... but I still want to learn .....
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BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:35 PM EST
Nice I would rather be there too. Enjoy
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In reply to @misspollock, @bigideasfest
TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:35 PM EST
A5: I noticed .... but I still want to learn....
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In reply to @jpetersen02
FloradTeach
Dec 5 @ 8:36 PM EST
A4 For me it's about improving my understanding and expanding my knowledge on certain topics
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:36 PM EST
A5: "Why did _ turn out the way it did? How might it have been different? Why? How can it be better next time?" Ask myself daily.
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BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:36 PM EST
Even and element of risk in their answer?
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:37 PM EST
A5: What else do I want to learn about? Who else could I ask? Where else might I find information?
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In reply to @jpetersen02
jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:37 PM EST
And what questions can I coach them to ask to discover the answer?
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In reply to @A_Dobbie11, @TheCandyDish
jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:37 PM EST
Yes! What resources can one leverage to continue learning? Huge part of reflection - a plan!
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:37 PM EST
A5: What else do I want to learn about? Who else could I ask? Where else might I find information?
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In reply to @jpetersen02
JwhiteJudith
Dec 5 @ 8:37 PM EST
A5: what could I have done differently and what would it have changed in the outcome
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DrPaulKleiman
Dec 5 @ 8:37 PM EST
A5 Pinched my tweet! 😄
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MeldrumKim
Dec 5 @ 8:38 PM EST
I do not think I believe children who take spelling tests and succeed elf become spellers without the test
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schink10
Dec 5 @ 8:38 PM EST
A5: I think it's necessary to challenge Ss perspective. Ask how the answer will change in 50 yrs. In a different country, etc
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:38 PM EST
It is amazing how little we know about about topics. We can always be striving to learn more.
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msafunk
Dec 5 @ 8:38 PM EST
A5: Next time I would....this was successful...why....this wasn't....why not
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FloradTeach
Dec 5 @ 8:39 PM EST
A5 what went well, what didn't, what can I do next time to make it more successful
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ZeliaMCT
Dec 5 @ 8:39 PM EST
A5: if I had the chance to do this again how might I go about it differently? To get the most out of the learning experience
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TheCandyDish
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Dec 5 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q6: Can you share an example of a question you’ve asked students that elicited a good response?
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FloradTeach
Dec 5 @ 8:40 PM EST
Always something to learn, that's what makes it great!
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:41 PM EST
A6: After getting two different answers, I ask "Why might those answers be different? Are they both valid?"
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msafunk
Dec 5 @ 8:41 PM EST
I love this reminder to use the resources around us...we often forget this component of planning
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:37 PM EST
Yes! What resources can one leverage to continue learning? Huge part of reflection - a plan!
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:37 PM EST
A5: What else do I want to learn about? Who else could I ask? Where else might I find information?
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JwhiteJudith
Dec 5 @ 8:41 PM EST
A5: what did I learn from this failure?
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BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:41 PM EST
A5 Have your students share their reflections and opinions on what they have learned.
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:42 PM EST
A6: This is a hard one.
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msafunk
Dec 5 @ 8:43 PM EST
A6: The questions that require creativity and thought bring about the best answers for me
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:43 PM EST
You can also imagine Q6 as "How do you promote conversation about the active topic in your classroom?"
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schink10
Dec 5 @ 8:43 PM EST
A6: Forcing connections: ex: How could we make our classroom more like Starbucks? How is photosynthesis like McDonald's? etc..
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:43 PM EST
A6: In Gr.1, any questions that have to do with them actually sharing a personal example.
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ZeliaMCT
Dec 5 @ 8:44 PM EST
A6: Ss apprec8 these at end of our entrepreneurial project
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most have a second chance 2 bump up & showcase
McMBusinessDay
Jun 6 @ 5:16 PM EDT
Ss provide Feedback/Reflections as a group 4 us 2 consider in preparing 4 Business Day next year
@tdsb
@TLPCanada
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:44 PM EST
How do students show a creative approach to answering a question? What do you look for?
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BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:44 PM EST
A6. Cant think of a particular question but something that is related to a students passion or love of.
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chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:44 PM EST
A6: Tell me the important information you read? How did you get that answer? How did you do that?
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FloradTeach
Dec 5 @ 8:44 PM EST
A6 Worked w/a new ELL & we had completed a unit. My ? was What do you know about (topic). I scribed the answer~2 pages later ❤️
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msafunk
Dec 5 @ 8:45 PM EST
Rather than regurgitating I look for the use of previous knowledge in a new situation
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msafunk
Dec 5 @ 8:45 PM EST
Another great way is to teach your Ss questioning...they show this creativity in asking the ??s not answering
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:46 PM EST
Q7: What is the toughest question you have ever been asked? What made it so difficult?
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schink10
Dec 5 @ 8:46 PM EST
I believe we rely too heavily on Ts asking the questions. We need to teach the Ss to ask great questions.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:46 PM EST
A good question is far more valuable to me than a correct answer. Promoting questioning is key to life-long learning
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:46 PM EST
Yes. This is very hard for students. They require lots of modelling from Ts and lots of practice.
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chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:47 PM EST
Having them use connections to learn & explain their answers is a great way to get them thinking.
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:47 PM EST
A7: I love this question. What do you want to be when you grow up?
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schink10
Dec 5 @ 8:48 PM EST
A7: Unfortunately = "Why do we have to learn this" For most of the curriculum I honestly didn't know the answer.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:48 PM EST
I faced a series of tough questions when I wanted to change how I teach math, to focus on thinking instead of learning
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chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:48 PM EST
life-long learning as well as change.
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hmm maybe that is why the vote went...Just thinking.
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:48 PM EST
LOL!
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:49 PM EST
Yes. I agree.
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:49 PM EST
For me, this is an easy answer for teaching a topic I love. For teaching a topic I don't, it's hard to answer
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JwhiteJudith
Dec 5 @ 8:50 PM EST
A7: what should I be when I grow up. Like teaching/ learning - we are all on ILPs ( individual learning paths)
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FloradTeach
Dec 5 @ 8:50 PM EST
A7 Although it's not a tough question to answer, changing the mindset is "Will this be marked?"
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:46 PM EST
Q7: What is the toughest question you have ever been asked? What made it so difficult?
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BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:51 PM EST
Yes can be tough to answer but asked on a regular basis to many teachers.
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msafunk
Dec 5 @ 8:51 PM EST
A7: as a student, it was the easy ones that got me. As a teacher, it's the ones on my own practice
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schink10
Dec 5 @ 8:51 PM EST
This book really helped me to teach students how to ask questions
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Make Just One Change
https://t.co/5jYtlYFJLl
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FloradTeach
Dec 5 @ 8:51 PM EST
Like that ... ILP
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JwhiteJudith
Dec 5 @ 8:50 PM EST
A7: what should I be when I grow up. Like teaching/ learning - we are all on ILPs ( individual learning paths)
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MissTTimmons
Dec 5 @ 8:51 PM EST
I am a sec.ed. student & we are learning how to make connections with the "real world" It really helps with learning.
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JwhiteJudith
Dec 5 @ 8:51 PM EST
hahaha love this
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:52 PM EST
Thanks for sharing. Always on the hunt for new books.
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ZeliaMCT
Dec 5 @ 8:52 PM EST
A7: usually questions around fixed mindset:putting themselves down while asking 4support
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alot of time focussing on growth mindset
BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:53 PM EST
Impossible for a teacher to answer.
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DrPaulKleiman
Dec 5 @ 8:53 PM EST
Ah, what about teaching subject you love in a way & to curriculum you have fundamental disagreement with?
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schink10
Dec 5 @ 8:53 PM EST
& it should be asked more. We should actually lead off units by answering this Q. If we can't, something's wrong.
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:53 PM EST
Thanks for sharing this resource. Anyone else of any good resources to share about questioning?
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schink10
Dec 5 @ 8:51 PM EST
This book really helped me to teach students how to ask questions
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Make Just One Change
https://t.co/5jYtlYFJLl
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jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:53 PM EST
This looks like a great read! Thanks for the link
@schink10
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schink10
Dec 5 @ 8:51 PM EST
This book really helped me to teach students how to ask questions
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Make Just One Change
https://t.co/5jYtlYFJLl
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msafunk
Dec 5 @ 8:54 PM EST
This is an amazing book! It aided me in my own questioning as well as my Ss
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TheCandyDish
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:54 PM EST
Thanks for sharing this resource. Anyone else have any good resources to share about questioning?
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schink10
Dec 5 @ 8:51 PM EST
This book really helped me to teach students how to ask questions
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Make Just One Change
https://t.co/5jYtlYFJLl
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MissTTimmons
Dec 5 @ 8:55 PM EST
I'm Sec. Ed. Math Major what are some fun and exciting ways that you use to teach math?
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schink10
Dec 5 @ 8:56 PM EST
Great discussion at
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Many great ideas shared! Thank you! Have a great night!
jpetersen02
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:56 PM EST
I like giving students the opportunity to determine their learning and show understanding.
https://t.co/5qRvmMk44x
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cdnedchat
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Dec 5 @ 8:57 PM EST
Thank you for joining our
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Dec 5 @ 8:57 PM EST
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Dec 5 @ 8:57 PM EST
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JwhiteJudith
Dec 5 @ 8:57 PM EST
but possible to listen ...which is where we can make a difference
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BSchlacht
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 8:53 PM EST
Impossible for a teacher to answer.
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cdnedchat
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Dec 5 @ 8:57 PM EST
Be sure to follow some of the new friends you met here tonight at
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chrisp16
Dec 5 @ 8:57 PM EST
Have a good week!
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Hope to be here next week!
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Dec 5 @ 8:57 PM EST
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FloradTeach
Dec 5 @ 8:57 PM EST
Here is a good resource for asking questions.
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cdnedchat
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Dec 5 @ 8:58 PM EST
See you in two weeks for the next discussion!
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JwhiteJudith
Dec 5 @ 8:58 PM EST
Thank you
@jpetersen02
@TheCandyDish
for modersting a thought provoking
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TheCandyDish
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Dec 5 @ 8:58 PM EST
Thanks for sharing.
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ZeliaMCT
Dec 5 @ 8:59 PM EST
thank you for yet another great chat!
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@TheCandyDish
@jpetersen02
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FloradTeach
Dec 5 @ 8:59 PM EST
I'm glad I found
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TheCandyDish
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Dec 5 @ 8:59 PM EST
Thanks for joining. See you in two weeks.
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TheCandyDish
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Dec 5 @ 8:59 PM EST
Thanks everyone for joining tonight's
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