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Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:00 PM EST

Welcome to #sstlap tonight we are talking about motivation https://t.co/nVDsOqI5Pi

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Participate in the upcoming #sstlap by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/AYOic0QbA2

mrgeorgehistory Mar 9 @ 9:01 PM EST

Like the topic! APUSH, WHAP, and hoping to add AP Human Geo for next year! #sstlap

scottmpetri Mar 9 @ 9:02 PM EST

Hi @Braz74 Had a nice boost of motivation today when my students pointed out a work-around w/ District firewall #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:00 PM EST

Welcome to #sstlap tonight we are talking about motivation https://t.co/nVDsOqI5Pi

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:02 PM EST

Looking forward to the chat tonight! #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:03 PM EST

Introductions Please Name - local- subject-grade- what do you enjoy most about teaching? #sstlap

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:04 PM EST

Nikki from Calgary; Grades 10 and 12 Social. I most enjoy simply being with the Ss and sharing stories (theirs and mine) to engage #sstlap

STLinOK Mar 9 @ 9:04 PM EST

Hello #sstlap! Amy from OK, currently traveling across MO, HS World & WHAP & I love that I get to hang out & nerd out regularly.

mrgeorgehistory Mar 9 @ 9:04 PM EST

Intro part II: we had our NHS induction ceremony, I have never been so proud to be an adviser! SSO quiz bowl firing up too! #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:04 PM EST

They always find a way. #sstlap

scottmpetri Mar 9 @ 9:02 PM EST
Hi @Braz74 Had a nice boost of motivation today when my students pointed out a work-around w/ District firewall #sstlap
- Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:00 PM EST
  
  Welcome to #sstlap tonight we are talking about motivation https://t.co/nVDsOqI5Pi

scottmpetri Mar 9 @ 9:05 PM EST

Scott Petri, left-coast high school World and US History T. Love showing Ss where and how they improve. #sstlap

classroomtools Mar 9 @ 9:06 PM EST

Hi #sstlap, this is Bill Chapman, a retired secondary social studies teacher, checking in from Berkeley, CA. I loved student energy.

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:08 PM EST

Hey all- sorry I am late with the welcome's but was putting kids to bed- #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:10 PM EST

Great to see everyone tonight-talking motivation this evening-I know I need some to get in shape- #sstlap but not 2 do great things 4 kids

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:10 PM EST

Q1 #sstlap

scottmpetri Mar 9 @ 9:10 PM EST

Just motivated my 9 yr old by boxing up LEGOs and putting them in my car until hw was finished. #motivation #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:10 PM EST

nice- great group of kids to work with I bet #sstlap

In reply to @mrgeorgehistory

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:10 PM EST

Sounds familiar! #sstlap

In reply to @scottmpetri

scottmpetri Mar 9 @ 9:12 PM EST

A1 I like creating projs where Ss have to work together to produce. Love to have them read real books. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:12 PM EST

#sstlap Just a thought to help us focus our efforts on our kids-- Let's help them create greatness

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 8 @ 4:52 PM EST

The potential we all hold if we exercise the power of our mind! #sstlap #gbedchat

classroomtools Mar 9 @ 9:13 PM EST

What are unreal books? #sstlap

In reply to @scottmpetri

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:13 PM EST

Q1 in case it didn't show up #sstlap

scottmpetri Mar 9 @ 9:14 PM EST

I mean reading beyond the History text book. Right now using Into The Dust for the Dustbowl. #sstlap

In reply to @classroomtools

classroomtools Mar 9 @ 9:14 PM EST

A1 I love to read. It allows me to go places I'll never physically visit, & see the thoughts of those long dead. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:15 PM EST

A1 I enjoy creating- making videos, home improvement- the sense of accomplishment - succeeding is powerful #sstlap

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:15 PM EST

A1: For me, it's baking. I love the act of mixing a variety of things together and have delicious things emerge. It's relaxing #sstlap

STLinOK Mar 9 @ 9:15 PM EST

A1: I'm big on reading fiction - not too picky on it, just LOVE a good story #sstlap

scottmpetri Mar 9 @ 9:16 PM EST

Love reading for pleasure. Currently on Ghost Soldiers by Hampton Sides. Harry Potter nightly to my kidlets. #sstlap

classroomtools Mar 9 @ 9:14 PM EST

A1 I love to read. It allows me to go places I'll never physically visit, & see the thoughts of those long dead. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:16 PM EST

Q2 #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:16 PM EST

nice i love food too! did activity with kids where they create recipe for empire- then were able to make recipe - we feasted! #sstlap

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:15 PM EST

A1: For me, it's baking. I love the act of mixing a variety of things together and have delicious things emerge. It's relaxing #sstlap

classroomtools Mar 9 @ 9:16 PM EST

Have you read Last Year by Robert Charles Wilson? https://t.co/HLSMq9REPY #sstlap

In reply to @STLinOK

STLinOK Mar 9 @ 9:17 PM EST

I have not, but it's probably going to be on the list waiting for me to start come May! #sstlap

In reply to @classroomtools

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:18 PM EST

Q2 #sstlap

jmcmurray8 Mar 9 @ 9:18 PM EST

A1: Increase student motivation with positive competitions and small rewards. #conversechat #sstlap @JuliePJones

In reply to @JuliePJones

classroomtools Mar 9 @ 9:18 PM EST

I am currently reading a terrific YA novel, See You in the Cosmos by Jack Cheng. https://t.co/M8NFAHfkFF #sstlap

In reply to @scottmpetri

classroomtools Mar 9 @ 9:18 PM EST

It was terrific. I classify it as historical science fiction. #sstlap

In reply to @STLinOK

scottmpetri Mar 9 @ 9:19 PM EST

A2 Enjoy collaborating w colleagues. Never enough time to norm student work & align rubrics. Need other persps. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:19 PM EST

sounds very relaxing- thanks for joining tonight #sstlap

In reply to @FlitterTeacher

STLinOK Mar 9 @ 9:19 PM EST

A2: History (probably why I like teaching it). My love of a good story translates well. #sstlap

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:19 PM EST

That sounds like fun! #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:16 PM EST
nice i love food too! did activity with kids where they create recipe for empire- then were able to make recipe - we feasted! #sstlap
- N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:15 PM EST
  
  A1: For me, it's baking. I love the act of mixing a variety of things together and have delicious things emerge. It's relaxing #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:20 PM EST

they took a recipe like brownies and had to say- flour is like government it is the base of your civilization.. #sstlap

In reply to @N_Davidson18

mrgeorgehistory Mar 9 @ 9:20 PM EST

A1: fishing, running, playing cars and trucks with my kiddos, singing and dancing with the mrs. Why? They make my heart full. #sstlap

classroomtools Mar 9 @ 9:20 PM EST

A2 Lately, neuroscience research. It puts teaching (& so much else) in a completely new light. My classes would have been different. #sstlap

STLinOK Mar 9 @ 9:20 PM EST

A2(b): I was saying o Ss that I want 2 lecture WAY less, they responded with "U tell stories, doesn't feel like lecture" #compliment #sstlap

kherndon82 Mar 9 @ 9:20 PM EST

Katie from SC. Reading interventionist Best part of my job is seeing the light bulbs go off and helping kids love reading #sstlap

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:20 PM EST

A2: History; WWI; new cooking techniques. Anything that gives me an "aha" moment #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:18 PM EST

Q2 #sstlap

mrgeorgehistory Mar 9 @ 9:21 PM EST

A2: ancient civ, human movement, geography. I had a great teacher in high school that made it fun and exciting! #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:21 PM EST

@jmcmurray8 @JuliePJones nice- competition is always a fun way to engage students- thanks for joining the conversation tonight #sstlap

In reply to @jmcmurray8, @JuliePJones

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:21 PM EST

I was thinking of this for Pi Day...if Adam Smith made a capitalism pie...Karl Marx responds with communist pie... #sstlap

In reply to @Braz74

jmcmurray8 Mar 9 @ 9:21 PM EST

A2: I love learning about strategies to enhance working memory! #conversechat #sstlap @JuliePJones

In reply to @JuliePJones

classroomtools Mar 9 @ 9:21 PM EST

For AHA moments galore, see David Eagleman's Incognito. https://t.co/wUQXL1VDho #sstlap

In reply to @N_Davidson18

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:22 PM EST

Q3 #sstlap

kherndon82 Mar 9 @ 9:22 PM EST

A1: Love being with my family. I have two young boys and watching them play with each other brings me JOY! #sstlap

kherndon82 Mar 9 @ 9:23 PM EST

A2: I love learning about anything I can work into the classroom. I am a #PDnerd 😃 #sstlap

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:23 PM EST

A3 I want to be a better baker (sil is a pastry chef) and if I know more history I can often make better connections for my Ss #sstlap

STLinOK Mar 9 @ 9:23 PM EST

Me too! #sstlap

In reply to @kherndon82

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:23 PM EST

awesome answer I have two young daughters. So I know the feeling #sstlap

In reply to @kherndon82

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:24 PM EST

Q3 #sstlap

scottmpetri Mar 9 @ 9:25 PM EST

A3 Great twitter PLNs share innovative ideas that need trying. #cuerockstar @CAsocialstudies @SCSSA_Prez #sschat #sstlap

In reply to @CAsocialstudies, @SCSSA_Prez

jmcmurray8 Mar 9 @ 9:25 PM EST

Student motivation can be enhanced through positive competitions and small rewards. @JuliePJones #conversechat #sstlap

In reply to @JuliePJones

STLinOK Mar 9 @ 9:25 PM EST

A3: I'd never be happy with the same thing every day. So I'm always seeking new info w/ that. Would be career S if someone else $$$ #sstlap

classroomtools Mar 9 @ 9:25 PM EST

A3 Curiosity and the various rewards associated with doing so. #sstlap

TheSSFrees Mar 9 @ 9:26 PM EST

A3 Student questions and challenges. #sstlap

mrgeorgehistory Mar 9 @ 9:26 PM EST

A3: you all. Stumbled upon a Geo chat the other day, now I am pursuing AP Human Geo for my students! #sstlap

kherndon82 Mar 9 @ 9:26 PM EST

A3: My colleagues inspire me bc I see something they are doing and want to try. And of course the kids...it's why we do what we do! #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:27 PM EST

Q4 #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:27 PM EST

Q4 #sstlap

mrgeorgehistory Mar 9 @ 9:28 PM EST

A4: saying "no" and just relaxing for a bit. #sstlap

STLinOK Mar 9 @ 9:28 PM EST

A3(b): Lucky to live with someone who get to be really passionate about a craft & "gets my weird" about that & we push each other #sstlap

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:28 PM EST

A4: Landscaping; the prep work seems overwhelming and hard to see progress until the end (good reason to chunk the work, like Ss do) #sstlap

AlonziMr Mar 9 @ 9:29 PM EST

How to spread women's rights? Use current events and hashtags #sstlap #womensrights #currenteventscomealive https://t.co/YJ35zQfOen

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:29 PM EST

A4 exercise and eating better- Disconnecting/unplugging and doing more things in life as I always feel like I have work to do #sstlap

STLinOK Mar 9 @ 9:29 PM EST

A4: maintaining an exercise plan - TIME is ssue. I enjoyed kickboxing, but my schedule is unreliable & doesn't play nice w/ class #sstlap

jmcmurray8 Mar 9 @ 9:30 PM EST

A4: I need motivation to clean the house....after three boys have destroyed it. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:30 PM EST

agreed- I know this first hand- going back to school to create more opportunities #sstlap

In reply to @FlitterTeacher

STLinOK Mar 9 @ 9:30 PM EST

So true. I stick to low maintenance that spreads because I know I weed sporadically #sstlap

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:28 PM EST

A4: Landscaping; the prep work seems overwhelming and hard to see progress until the end (good reason to chunk the work, like Ss do) #sstlap

AlonziMr Mar 9 @ 9:30 PM EST

I need help being motivated when I feel like I have success. I can never sit back and accept the status quo #sstlap

In reply to @Braz74

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:30 PM EST

in the same boat- feel good after just not alays ready to do the work #sstlap

In reply to @FlitterTeacher

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:31 PM EST

interesting- yeah when you feel like you are accomplished- sometimes hard to move to next thing or level #sstlap

In reply to @AlonziMr

kherndon82 Mar 9 @ 9:32 PM EST

A4: I need motivation for doing laundry. It is a never ending job!!!#sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:32 PM EST

ugh. good luck with that- #sstlap

In reply to @jmcmurray8

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:33 PM EST

Q5 #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:33 PM EST

Q5 #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:33 PM EST

I had weeding - flowers - landscapping- don't like- seems like waste of time-- #sstlap

In reply to @STLinOK

Chucktaft Mar 9 @ 9:33 PM EST

late to the #sstlap, but can't miss it two weeks in a row!

spears_rspears Mar 9 @ 9:34 PM EST

A4: exercising! #sstlap #conversechat @JuliePJones

In reply to @Braz74, @JuliePJones

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:34 PM EST

yes i can understand that-- like dishes or cooking dinner #sstlap

In reply to @kherndon82

classroomtools Mar 9 @ 9:34 PM EST

A5 Cognitive dissonance. Presenting students with something they don't expect, but which seems familiar; always grabbed attention. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:34 PM EST

hey buddy great to see you- talking motivation- switching from personal to student #sstlap

In reply to @Chucktaft

AlonziMr Mar 9 @ 9:34 PM EST

Making the work relevant to them! See my earlier example of twitter as a summary of a current event. Loved it! #sstlap #womensrights

In reply to @Braz74

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:35 PM EST

I think this is sad that so many answered exercise- educators need to take care of selves #sstlap

In reply to @spears_rspears, @JuliePJones

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:35 PM EST

A5: honestly the majority will flat out say it's grades; graduation is right around the corner along with university acceptance #sstlap

Chucktaft Mar 9 @ 9:35 PM EST

A5 challenge motivates Ss - fun competition, choice, display what you know #sstlap

Chucktaft Mar 9 @ 9:36 PM EST

if we can get away from grades and get towards learning, it would be so much more rewarding - for all involved! #sstlap

In reply to @N_Davidson18

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:36 PM EST

ohh yes- learning over grades-- definitely- not about Letters but learning #sstlap

Chucktaft Mar 9 @ 9:36 PM EST

if we can get away from grades and get towards learning, it would be so much more rewarding - for all involved! #sstlap
In reply to @N_Davidson18

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:37 PM EST

Sure, but hard to do in a class of grade 12s when post secondary is so competitive #sstlap

In reply to @Chucktaft

jmcmurray8 Mar 9 @ 9:37 PM EST

A5: Reaching goals... Make sure they are set high, yet attainable. Rewards also help:) #sstlap #conversechat @JuliePJones

In reply to @JuliePJones

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:37 PM EST

You are preaching to the choir here :) #sstlap

In reply to @Chucktaft

TheSSFrees Mar 9 @ 9:38 PM EST

A5 Fun learning, fun lessons, fun challenges = No Tardies #sstlap

Chucktaft Mar 9 @ 9:38 PM EST

yup - that's the problem, Nikki - you have to play the game that you didn't design and can't change #sstlap

In reply to @N_Davidson18

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:38 PM EST

it is sad we base k-12 on college as we know lecture is not good teaching- college not best practice yet we model that in k-12 #sstlap

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:37 PM EST

Sure, but hard to do in a class of grade 12s when post secondary is so competitive #sstlap
In reply to @Chucktaft

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:39 PM EST

Q6 #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:39 PM EST

Q6 #sstlap

Chucktaft Mar 9 @ 9:39 PM EST

sell tickets, FreesDog - tickets - that's your magic, and what every T should push for #sstlap

In reply to @TheSSFrees

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:39 PM EST

I hear you. We have 30% provincial exams so every grade counts for some of my Ss; it used to be 50%, so this is progress #sstlap

In reply to @Chucktaft

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:39 PM EST

yes if there is something 4 ss to do when they get there they will be on time or early-when first few minute are waste of time tardy #sstlap

TheSSFrees Mar 9 @ 9:38 PM EST

A5 Fun learning, fun lessons, fun challenges = No Tardies #sstlap

STLinOK Mar 9 @ 9:39 PM EST

Constant w/ my AP kiddos - all about that GPA bump. I drive them nuts w/ my rabbit hole runs on non curriculum stuff #sstlap

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:35 PM EST

A5: honestly the majority will flat out say it's grades; graduation is right around the corner along with university acceptance #sstlap

FlitterTeacher Mar 9 @ 9:40 PM EST

A5: "showing" your own love for learning and the subject matter...because excitement promotes excitement #conversechat #sstlap

In reply to @Braz74

Chucktaft Mar 9 @ 9:40 PM EST

A6 #sstlap meet them on a personal level - give them indiv challenges - they don't all need to do exactly the same project - give choice

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:40 PM EST

a6 Show them why it matters to learn a skill or explore a concept; engage them on a personal level to the material #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:39 PM EST

Q6 #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:41 PM EST

nice- rabbit hole- yes they need to have breaks from the heavy stuff and pressure of DBQ stuff #sstlap

In reply to @STLinOK

TheSSFrees Mar 9 @ 9:41 PM EST

A6 I give it my all. Sometimes the follow my example. It often takes time. Everyday is important. I'll get them eventually. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:41 PM EST

yes- modeling learning helps them see value #sstlap

FlitterTeacher Mar 9 @ 9:40 PM EST

A5: "showing" your own love for learning and the subject matter...because excitement promotes excitement #conversechat #sstlap
In reply to @Braz74

STLinOK Mar 9 @ 9:41 PM EST

A6: I bother to actually be human? We get stuff done because we're real with each other and I don't insult them w/ busy work #sstlap

Chucktaft Mar 9 @ 9:42 PM EST

#sstlap of you want to see @TheSSFrees give it his all, here you go https://t.co/5oPluSSuLT the guys rolls it

In reply to @TheSSFrees

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:42 PM EST

yes and sometimes we need to work hard to make sure some students get to feel that- those that don't normally #sstlap

spears_rspears Mar 9 @ 9:40 PM EST

A5: With my students, it's when they realize their capability. I can see an improvement in their self-confidence.
In reply to @Braz74

kherndon82 Mar 9 @ 9:42 PM EST

A6: helping them set goals and celebrating when they reach them #sstlap #conversechat @JuliePJones

In reply to @JuliePJones

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:39 PM EST

Q6 #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:43 PM EST

yes! great answer and love the celebrations #sstlap

kherndon82 Mar 9 @ 9:42 PM EST
A6: helping them set goals and celebrating when they reach them #sstlap #conversechat @JuliePJones
In reply to @JuliePJones
- Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:39 PM EST
  
  Q6 #sstlap

TheSSFrees Mar 9 @ 9:43 PM EST

Too kind. Can't wait for @WCSS1 I got some new tricks up my sleeve. #sstlap

In reply to @WCSS1

Chucktaft Mar 9 @ 9:42 PM EST

#sstlap of you want to see @TheSSFrees give it his all, here you go https://t.co/5oPluSSuLT the guys rolls it
In reply to @TheSSFrees

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:44 PM EST

Q7 #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:44 PM EST

Q7 #sstlap

Chucktaft Mar 9 @ 9:44 PM EST

but .... we present opposite to each other at @WCSS1 - unfortunate scheduling #sstlap

In reply to @TheSSFrees, @WCSS1

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:45 PM EST

Doing more that is out there for all to see; elevates their game but also increases the depth of their thinking #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:44 PM EST

Q7 #sstlap

TheSSFrees Mar 9 @ 9:45 PM EST

Not cool. We should still get together. 👍 #sstlap

Chucktaft Mar 9 @ 9:44 PM EST

but .... we present opposite to each other at @WCSS1 - unfortunate scheduling #sstlap
In reply to @TheSSFrees, @WCSS1

STLinOK Mar 9 @ 9:45 PM EST

A7: I need to be better about getting the global audience :/ #sstlap

spears_rspears Mar 9 @ 9:46 PM EST

A6: By generating curiosity before introducing the next activity. They are curious and ready to dig in. #sstlap @JuliePJones

In reply to @Braz74, @JuliePJones

kherndon82 Mar 9 @ 9:47 PM EST

A7: Audience is a huge motivator for elem Ss. When they know others are going to see their work they are highly motivated #sstlap

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:47 PM EST

But audience can be others in the school; not necessarily global in the literal sense; create gallery walk for other Ts/Ss to visit #sstlap

STLinOK Mar 9 @ 9:45 PM EST

A7: I need to be better about getting the global audience :/ #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:47 PM EST

just saw the rap- awesome- and wish I could see both of your presentations #sstlap

TheSSFrees Mar 9 @ 9:45 PM EST
Not cool. We should still get together. 👍 #sstlap
- Chucktaft Mar 9 @ 9:44 PM EST
  
  but .... we present opposite to each other at @WCSS1 - unfortunate scheduling #sstlap
  In reply to @TheSSFrees, @WCSS1

Chucktaft Mar 9 @ 9:48 PM EST

#sstlap A7 we are still in the infancy of Ss sharing their work - but more interaction, collab, creation is coming - can't wait! Who is in?

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:48 PM EST

Have started student blogging for fellow Ss to see and already the thinking is more critical and reflective #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:44 PM EST

Q7 #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:48 PM EST

yeah that can be difficult- but awesome when you are able to- #sstlap

STLinOK Mar 9 @ 9:45 PM EST

A7: I need to be better about getting the global audience :/ #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:49 PM EST

we are GAFE school and seeing ss collaborate is awesome- all taking active role working together is powerful real world #sstlap

Chucktaft Mar 9 @ 9:48 PM EST

#sstlap A7 we are still in the infancy of Ss sharing their work - but more interaction, collab, creation is coming - can't wait! Who is in?

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:50 PM EST

Q8 #sstlap

Chucktaft Mar 9 @ 9:50 PM EST

Yup! We did it last year - some great presos available - heres a lame one ... https://t.co/wox67gmKgm #sstlap

WCSS1 Mar 9 @ 9:48 PM EST

WCSS may be able to record one of the presentations! 😃
In reply to @Chucktaft, @TheSSFrees

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:50 PM EST

Q8 #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:50 PM EST

yes when you change audeince to beyond teacher it changes their purpose and products- we did 9/11 blog with several US schools #sstlap

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:48 PM EST
Have started student blogging for fellow Ss to see and already the thinking is more critical and reflective #sstlap
- Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:44 PM EST
  
  Q7 #sstlap

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:51 PM EST

Depends on the S; I like to use grades for writing as signposts on the journey to improve skills and to progress #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:50 PM EST

Q8 #sstlap

classroomtools Mar 9 @ 9:51 PM EST

A8 Students always focused on grades as goal. That is so deeply culturally embedded, it is almost impossible to overcome. #sstlap

kherndon82 Mar 9 @ 9:52 PM EST

A8: we have to report letter grades on report cards but our teachers use lots of formative assessment along the way #sstlap #conversechat

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:52 PM EST

Ps need the grades more than Ss do most of the time! #sstlap

classroomtools Mar 9 @ 9:51 PM EST

A8 Students always focused on grades as goal. That is so deeply culturally embedded, it is almost impossible to overcome. #sstlap

Chucktaft Mar 9 @ 9:52 PM EST

#sstlap A8 hate grades, don't like points - both are worthless in my mind - feedback, targets, focus on learning and growing - not a letter

jmcmurray8 Mar 9 @ 9:52 PM EST

A7: Primary students love to share work with everyone.... Builds confidence, as they take ownership. #conversechat #sstlap @JuliePJones

In reply to @JuliePJones

classroomtools Mar 9 @ 9:53 PM EST

That is one of the cultural drivers. #sstlap

In reply to @N_Davidson18

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:53 PM EST

you guys are sharing some powerful ideas and examples- thanks for the inspiration #sstlap

Chucktaft Mar 9 @ 9:53 PM EST

#sstlap A8 btw- hate is a loaded and ugly word - but I hate grades - especially in middle school

classroomtools Mar 9 @ 9:54 PM EST

A8 From the time I earned my credential in 1970, I can't remember a time when educators wanted to eliminate grades. Never happened. #sstlap

STLinOK Mar 9 @ 9:54 PM EST

Getting to the section of 44 where the hills wreck havoc with a signal for a few miles. Going to jet a bit early. Always enjoyable #sstlap!

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:55 PM EST

Q9 #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:55 PM EST

Q9 #sstlap

classroomtools Mar 9 @ 9:55 PM EST

A8 That should have been can't remember a time when educators did not want to eliminate grades. #sstlap

LaurieBeatty3 Mar 9 @ 9:55 PM EST

A6: i try to build up confidence and students help set their goals. #sstlap #conversechat @JuliePJones @LaurieBeatty3

kherndon82 Mar 9 @ 9:42 PM EST
A6: helping them set goals and celebrating when they reach them #sstlap #conversechat @JuliePJones
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- Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:39 PM EST
  
  Q6 #sstlap

AggieSalterITS Mar 9 @ 9:55 PM EST

A8 feedback learning is an ongoing process once u assign the grade learning ends that's why I love that we r using #SBG #sstlap

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classroomtools Mar 9 @ 9:56 PM EST

A9 Pay attention to popular culture. #sstlap

N_Davidson18 Mar 9 @ 9:56 PM EST

Give them choice; find analogies that relate to them; bring in Doctor Who every chance I get. :) #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:55 PM EST

Q9 #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:56 PM EST

nice- build them up provide them opportunities for being successful #sstlap

LaurieBeatty3 Mar 9 @ 9:55 PM EST
A6: i try to build up confidence and students help set their goals. #sstlap #conversechat @JuliePJones @LaurieBeatty3
- kherndon82 Mar 9 @ 9:42 PM EST
  
  A6: helping them set goals and celebrating when they reach them #sstlap #conversechat @JuliePJones
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  Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:39 PM EST
  
  Q6 #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:57 PM EST

yes we just learned about AVMR and it is all about assessing them to help drive instruction #sstlap

AggieSalterITS Mar 9 @ 9:55 PM EST

A8 feedback learning is an ongoing process once u assign the grade learning ends that's why I love that we r using #SBG #sstlap
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classroomtools Mar 9 @ 9:57 PM EST

Yes, I mistyped. it should have read can't remember a time when educators did not want to eliminate grades. #sstlap

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kherndon82 Mar 9 @ 9:57 PM EST

A9: I'll say it again. Build those relationships!!!! #sstlap #conversechat @JuliePJones

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Braz74 - Moderator Mar 9 @ 9:55 PM EST

Q9 #sstlap

AggieSalterITS Mar 9 @ 9:57 PM EST

please check out & RT our Ss first voice/choice Wi History project https://t.co/V28sh9g3O9 #sstlap @Braz74

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AggieSalterITS Mar 9 @ 9:58 PM EST

use their passion create menu brochure, movie, presentation, drawing here is an example https://t.co/V28sh9g3O9 #sstlap

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Meems852 Mar 9 @ 9:59 PM EST

Super late! Might as well jump in for A9 I always ask for Ss feedback! Easiest way to figure out what will engage them! #SStlap