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nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:00 PM EST

Don't forget to include the hashtag #DivergED so everyone can follow along.

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:00 PM EST

#divergED will be in a Q&A format. Mark responses w/ A1...2...etc. This is a 30-min chat, so buckle in!

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:00 PM EST

Welcome to #divergED. We're honored to have @ElisaBostwick as our guest moderator today!

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:01 PM EST

Good evening everyone! Elisabeth from NY, guest moderating tonight. I'm looking forward to another awesome #divergED chat!

WeberEducation - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:01 PM EST

We'd love this CHAT to be about examples, actions, risk-taking, disruptive innovations, & #divergED thinking...so bring it

TeachDB17 Feb 2 @ 8:01 PM EST

Danielle K Tchr, @ASCD Emerging Leader, @HopeStreetGroup Fellow, & blogger for https://t.co/RNseIo03bH. #diverged #ascdl2l

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:01 PM EST

Thank you! Tuesdays are the best with #divergED! Incredible PLN! https://t.co/P9flhjJXu7

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:00 PM EST

Welcome to #divergED. We're honored to have @ElisaBostwick as our guest moderator today!

EdTechPeck Feb 2 @ 8:02 PM EST

Double duty tonight Mike from PA #ASCDL2L and #divergED

mashupmath Feb 2 @ 8:02 PM EST

Hi everyone! Anthony from MashUp Math here. I'm stoked to gain some new insights from emerging educators :) #diverged

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:02 PM EST

@TeachDB17 @ASCD @HopeStreetGroup Good evening, Danielle! I'm so glad you can join in. As always, I look forward to your insights! #divergED

bsepe7 Feb 2 @ 8:02 PM EST

Good evening #divergED Brian, instructional/literacy coach in Buffalo, NY!

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:02 PM EST

Nathan, from Nashville, co-founder of #divergED w/ my friend @WeberEducation, looking forward to the awesome chat tonight!

Leckeythetechie Feb 2 @ 8:02 PM EST

Hey all- Jenny from SC here. Excited to see what @ElisaBostwick has instore tonight! #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:02 PM EST

@nalang1 Great to see you, Nathan! Always an honor to learn with and from you. #divergED

TeachDB17 Feb 2 @ 8:03 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick I am looking forward to learning with you all! Happy Tuesday! #diverged

GARDNER_RD_PRIN Feb 2 @ 8:03 PM EST

#divergED Patrick from upstate NY here!

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:03 PM EST

@EdTechPeck Welcom, Mike! Great to see you here at #divergED

EdTechPeck Feb 2 @ 8:03 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick Thanks! looking forward to tonights chat #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:04 PM EST

@Leckeythetechie Jenny! I'm so glad you made #divergED! It's always terrific to connect. Hope all is well! #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:04 PM EST

@Leckeythetechie Jenny! I'm so glad you made #divergED! It's always terrific to connect. Hope all is well! #divergED

brewerhm Feb 2 @ 8:04 PM EST

Hamish from VA! Bringing the noise after another massive day at school bringing it! Relentless! Leaders - lead! #divergED

enpremierclasse Feb 2 @ 8:04 PM EST

#divergED hi from Québec Canada :)

LeeAnnePower Feb 2 @ 8:04 PM EST

#divergED LeeAnne from Oklahoma.

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:04 PM EST

@GARDNER_RD_PRIN Welcome Patrick! I'm thankful to have such an outstanding principal to work with. Thanks for joining! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:05 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick Likewise friend! #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:05 PM EST

Q1 coming up in 1 minute... #divergED

mrnesi Feb 2 @ 8:05 PM EST

#TNtechchat & #divergED pop into #shiftED - 'The Premier' @ 8:30PM EST. Subscribe now ➼ https://t.co/ZBlm5PYMc0 #blab

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:05 PM EST

@bsepe7 Evening Brian, great to see you dude! #divergED

AllysonApsey Feb 2 @ 8:05 PM EST

Allyson, elementary principal from Michigan. Have loved this chat for the past couple weeks! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:05 PM EST

@mashupmath Evening Anthony, great to see you! #divergED

Dr_LMR Feb 2 @ 8:05 PM EST

Hi #DivergED and happy Tuesday! Lena Marie from MA joining tonight!

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:05 PM EST

@brewerhm Hey there, Hamish! Every Tuesday, #divergED is the place to be! Hope this rejuvenates you!

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:05 PM EST

@EdTechPeck Hi Mike! #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:06 PM EST

Q1: How might fostering voice and choice lead to deeper conceptual understanding? #divergED https://t.co/xXK5eE85L4

mgrosstaylor Feb 2 @ 8:06 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick @WeberEducation Excited to join in tonight & support one of my fav #EduGladiators Elisabeth! 👌🏾✨ #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:06 PM EST

@TeachDB17 @ASCD @HopeStreetGroup Hi Danielle, so great to see you! #divergED

bsepe7 Feb 2 @ 8:06 PM EST

Likewise my friend, I hope all is well with you man! #divergED @nalang1

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:06 PM EST

@LeeAnnePower Good evening, LeeAnne! Looking forward to learning with you tonight at #divergED

EdTechPeck Feb 2 @ 8:06 PM EST

@nalang1 What's up Nathan! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:07 PM EST

@Leckeythetechie @ElisaBostwick Hi Jenny, great to have you here! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:07 PM EST

@GARDNER_RD_PRIN Hey Patrick, great to have you here! #divergED

TeachDB17 Feb 2 @ 8:08 PM EST

A1. Voice and choice leads to deeper understanding, because it fosters ownership. What you own you appreciate. #diverged

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:08 PM EST

@Dr_LMR @AllysonApsey I'm pumped that you could both join tonight! Happy Tuesday to you too! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:08 PM EST

@enpremierclasse Hi, welcome! #divergED

EdTechPeck Feb 2 @ 8:08 PM EST

A1 Voice and Choice are the root of passion and intrinsic motivation. #divergED

GARDNER_RD_PRIN Feb 2 @ 8:08 PM EST

@nalang1 nice to see you tonight as well! #divergED

mashupmath Feb 2 @ 8:08 PM EST

A1: Voice and choice leads to Ss taking ownership of their education, which takes them beyond basic procedural understanding. #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:08 PM EST

@LeeAnnePower Hi LeeAnee, great to see you! #divergED

Leckeythetechie Feb 2 @ 8:08 PM EST

A1: Allowing Ss to choice and have a say in their learning gives them ownership and makes learning personal and energized! #divergED

4BetterEducatio Feb 2 @ 8:08 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick A1:If Ss develop an understanding of how they learn best & can voice their thoughts, they can develop their pathway.#diverged

WeberEducation - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:09 PM EST

RTQ1: How might fostering voice and choice lead to deeper conceptual understanding? #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:09 PM EST

Empowering student voice and choice can foster critical thinking. #divergED https://t.co/zhYLJ4EHqx

AllysonApsey Feb 2 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1: Ss voice and choice can lead to connecting to and personalizing the learning for deeper thinking and long-term memory #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:09 PM EST

@mgrosstaylor @WeberEducation Marlena, having an #eduhero like you is incredible. Looking forward to your sharing! #divergED

bsepe7 Feb 2 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1: Voice and choice helps us avoid the "think like me" mentality. #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: Making connections = ownership, making connections = learning, voice & choice = ownership, voice & choice = learning #divergED

Dr_LMR Feb 2 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1 Voice and choice provides more ownership of learning and results in deeper meaning for Ss. #DivergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:10 PM EST

This is exactly what we must foster in students! #divergED https://t.co/9Vh1Fpr4zD

4BetterEducatio Feb 2 @ 8:08 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick A1:If Ss develop an understanding of how they learn best & can voice their thoughts, they can develop their pathway.#diverged

GARDNER_RD_PRIN Feb 2 @ 8:10 PM EST

Choice leads to authentic learning and student voice #divergED

brewerhm Feb 2 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: voice & choice become opportunity, ownership & relevance - it's real #divergED

LeeAnnePower Feb 2 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1 Fostering voice&choice allows for more participation from Ss. Talkers are learners. #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:11 PM EST

Q2 coming up in 1 minute... #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:11 PM EST

@AllysonApsey Exactly! We are seeking how deep cognitive engagement=long term memory. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:11 PM EST

#divergED was trending #1 last week at this time. Come join in to see what the excitement is about. @WeberEducation https://t.co/Lw01Bi26S7

J_Stew314 Feb 2 @ 8:11 PM EST

Hi, gang! Jeremy Stewart. Dean of students from TX. #divergED

enpremierclasse Feb 2 @ 8:11 PM EST

#divergED A1 voice and choice? Its for ALL human kind! Kids Who dont lurn to put words and take risk are going to be adults in boxes...

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:11 PM EST

@J_Stew314 Hey man, great to see you! #divergED

AllysonApsey Feb 2 @ 8:11 PM EST

Adults need to feel comfortable, have need-satisfying environ w/ freedom and power. Kids no different. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:12 PM EST

@brewerhm Great to see you Hamish! #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:12 PM EST

@Dr_LMR It's where relevance meets rigor. Finding that zone of authenticity is critical. #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:12 PM EST

Q2: How do you promote productive struggle while blending in voice and choice? #divergED https://t.co/BBX8SOrLnt

bsepe7 Feb 2 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1: voice is powerful...supporting Ss & Ts in finding their voice allows for ideas to be stretched & opinions to be expressed #divergED

mgrosstaylor Feb 2 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1: Voice/choice allows Ss to take ownership of their learning. #divergED https://t.co/HXLSGrXgmp

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:06 PM EST

Q1: How might fostering voice and choice lead to deeper conceptual understanding? #divergED https://t.co/xXK5eE85L4

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:12 PM EST

@Dr_LMR Hi Lena, glad you’re here! I was in your neck of the woods yesterday for a meeting yesterday. Beautiful weather and city! #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:12 PM EST

Paula, I love this graphic! #divergED #leadupchat https://t.co/9S5U7Wdxbz

PaulaMaeker Jan 15 @ 7:17 AM EST

Just a great reminder: #atplc #edchat #divergED TY @MattMonge https://t.co/ESP4jzaSvD

MichaelJDunlea Feb 2 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1 why drag a horse to water when choice & voice will get it there under its own volition, S's want control #divergED

TeachDB17 Feb 2 @ 8:13 PM EST

A2. For my K Ss controlled choice helps with this. Choice within something that can promote productive struggle. #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:13 PM EST

@AllysonApsey Hi Allyson, great to see you! #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:13 PM EST

@J_Stew314 Welcome, Jeremy! Awesome to have you here! #divergED

mashupmath Feb 2 @ 8:13 PM EST

A2: Before planning anything, take the time to demonstrate/discuss with Ss the value of struggling and taking on challenges. #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:13 PM EST

@4BetterEducatio @ElisaBostwick Great thoughts dude, glad you’re here. #divergED

Dr_LMR Feb 2 @ 8:14 PM EST

@nalang1 It was a nice Spring day in February! I'm not sure where Winter is...?? Not complaining though! #divergED

AllysonApsey Feb 2 @ 8:14 PM EST

A2: Once you build strong relationships, pose challenging questions and incorporate Ss interests to challenge while honor Ss voice #divergED

Leckeythetechie Feb 2 @ 8:14 PM EST

A2: allow Ss to see the T struggle- humanize the learning process. Growth mindset should be a language that Ss speak, not just Ts! #divergED

mrswarriner Feb 2 @ 8:14 PM EST

#divergED a1. Voice and choice = active learners. We can't demand compliance and expect independence!

EdTechPeck Feb 2 @ 8:14 PM EST

A2 Culture culture culture...A culture that promotes growth is a great place to start #divergED

4BetterEducatio Feb 2 @ 8:14 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick A2: I don't believe that these things are mutually exclusive. Interest drives fortitude & intrinsic motivation.#diverged

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:14 PM EST

@bsepe7 A lot of magic can happen when we empower voice in students and teachers. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:15 PM EST

RTQ2: How do you promote productive struggle while blending in voice and choice? #divergED

GARDNER_RD_PRIN Feb 2 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2 Knowing your Ss strengths & areas of growth guide differentiated facilitation for the just right zone of learning #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:15 PM EST

@mrnesi Hey Chris, thanks for popping in! #divergED

MichaelJDunlea Feb 2 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2 by balancing T choice & voice w/ S's choice & voice, they earn freedom by trusting me on other days, other lessons #divergED

brewerhm Feb 2 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2: it's got be meaningful, not everybody gets the cookie! You have to earn it! Our results & success reflect this expectation! #divergED

TeachDB17 Feb 2 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2. Celebrating the productive struggle. Don't allow it to become negative. #diverged

bsepe7 Feb 2 @ 8:15 PM EST

@mrswarriner Nadia, this is so true...no demands when striving for independence! So good to see you here! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:15 PM EST

@mgrosstaylor Hey friend, glad you’re here! #divergED

RESP3CTtheGAME Feb 2 @ 8:16 PM EST

A1 Providing Ss w voice & choice shows respect for their individual needs. Results in engaged, invested learners #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:16 PM EST

Developing innovative thinking requires experiencing productive struggle in a supportive environment. #divergED https://t.co/6ZlLuOYenH

WeberEducation - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2: We try to meet students at ZPD+ and encourage their agency within this zone - trust, transparency, growth #divergED

4BetterEducatio Feb 2 @ 8:16 PM EST

@nalang1 @ElisaBostwick Happy to join & learn with all of you. You make me stronger & my teaching more thoughtful & compassionate.#diverged

Dr_LMR Feb 2 @ 8:16 PM EST

I agree! #divergED https://t.co/6O4yiWOo7Z

GARDNER_RD_PRIN Feb 2 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2 Knowing your Ss strengths & areas of growth guide differentiated facilitation for the just right zone of learning #divergED

mgrosstaylor Feb 2 @ 8:16 PM EST

@MichaelJDunlea ❤️ this! YES! Always great to really see what Ss are capable of when in the driver's seat of their learning. #divergEd

mrswarriner Feb 2 @ 8:16 PM EST

#divergED a2. Struggle is necessary. Suffering is not. T's need to watch for those crossing over.

EdTechPeck Feb 2 @ 8:16 PM EST

Removing the stigma of failure can help students feel comfortable taking risks #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:17 PM EST

@4BetterEducatio Blending in student interest and empowering students to plan drives their intrinsic motivation. #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:17 PM EST

Q3 coming up in 1 minute! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:17 PM EST

@4BetterEducatio @ElisaBostwick Likewise Scott! Great to connect with other passionate and like visioned leaders! #divergED

mgrosstaylor Feb 2 @ 8:17 PM EST

@nalang1 Always enjoy learning with you! #divergEd

TeachDB17 Feb 2 @ 8:17 PM EST

@EdTechPeck Often the idea of failure is self imposed! Good point! #diverged

MrsBohlerSES Feb 2 @ 8:17 PM EST

#divergED Choice with Students means Engaged, Motivated Learners!

drshelly268 Feb 2 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2: Productive struggle is where the real learning happens. Support with questioning within ZPD #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:18 PM EST

Q3: Purposeful questioning promotes productive struggle. Share how you integrate student voice & choice. #divergED https://t.co/9oUZhVogLx

mashupmath Feb 2 @ 8:18 PM EST

@TeachDB17 @EdTechPeck Yes! You either win or you learn, but you never lose :) #diverged

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:18 PM EST

@TeachDB17 Absolutely! This is where we can integrate a growth mindset culture that promotes perseverance. #divergED

MichaelJDunlea Feb 2 @ 8:18 PM EST

@mrswarriner great point even when S chooses the suffering we need to intercede, they can overreach & suffer #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:18 PM EST

@RESP3CTtheGAME Great to see you tonight, Brian! #divergED

mrnesi Feb 2 @ 8:18 PM EST

@nalang1 Happy to lurk! #divergED

PaulaMaeker Feb 2 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: Sorry I'm jumping in late! Wrestling with learning engages all cognitive processes, so encourage productive struggle. #divergED

LeeAnnePower Feb 2 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2 Lrning is in the struggle. Ts must plan for what Ss may want to lrn. Not easy, but necessary 4 productive lrning to take place. #divergED

RESP3CTtheGAME Feb 2 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2 Many Ss want 2 be told what to do & how to do it. Voice/choice forces learners to think critically to show evidence of learning #divergED

TeachDB17 Feb 2 @ 8:19 PM EST

A3. I ensure content & standards are present but allow Ss to respond in a way that is meaningful to them. #diverged +

EdTechPeck Feb 2 @ 8:19 PM EST

@mashupmath @TeachDB17 Always learn, let's fail forward #divergED

brewerhm Feb 2 @ 8:19 PM EST

@WeberEducation old School Vygotsky there! Oldie but a goodie that's still relevant today! Under used #divergED

mgrosstaylor Feb 2 @ 8:19 PM EST

A2: By creating an environment for Ss where they can voice their failure & have choices to continue learning. #divergEd

RESP3CTtheGAME Feb 2 @ 8:19 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick Thank you! Great topic so thought I would drop by tonight! #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:19 PM EST

@4BetterEducatio @nalang1 Likewise! I couldn't imagine not connecting with others. You certainly make me stronger! #divergED

TeachDB17 Feb 2 @ 8:19 PM EST

A3. + Example: Ss were discussing predators. I asked to share what they know. One S drew & made a convo between predator & prey. #divergED

enpremierclasse Feb 2 @ 8:20 PM EST

#divergED A2 struggles in my class are at The same page as goals and challenges.. We lurn together to love struggles

AllysonApsey Feb 2 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3: love watching what happens when Ts ask Ss to explain their thinking, even more powerful when Ss practice response chaining #divergED

EdTechPeck Feb 2 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3 I utilize quarterly PBL Project, either standalone or integrated into unit #divergED

Leckeythetechie Feb 2 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3: Best questions lead Ss to think of MORE questions of their own- motivation to explore an aspect they are interested in #divergED

PaulaMaeker Feb 2 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3: Allows Ts to coach the thinking process. Guiding Ss with thoughtful inquiry and allowing them to explore possibilities #divergED

drshelly268 Feb 2 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3: Digital storytelling: Ss choose specific content and medium of production #divergED

mashupmath Feb 2 @ 8:20 PM EST

@EdTechPeck I teach that learning occurs when you mess up & winning when you demonstrate a skill & signals your next challenge. #diverged

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:20 PM EST

@mgrosstaylor @MichaelJDunlea I love to see their passion for learning come to life. #divergED

GARDNER_RD_PRIN Feb 2 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3: Empowering students to notice their inner voice/questions leads to inquiry learning. Partner w/ teacher facilitation #divergED

4BetterEducatio Feb 2 @ 8:21 PM EST

@EdTechPeck How do we eliminate the stigma of failure? Many institutional elements unfortunately work against us.#diverged

Leckeythetechie Feb 2 @ 8:21 PM EST

@AllysonApsey What is response chaining?? Sounds interesting! #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:21 PM EST

RTQ3: Describe how purposeful questioning promotes productive struggle. In what ways do you integrate student voice and choice? #divergED

MrsBohlerSES Feb 2 @ 8:21 PM EST

Purposeful questioning leads to student understanding on their own terms. #divergED https://t.co/JIXOIieFgs

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:18 PM EST

Q3: Purposeful questioning promotes productive struggle. Share how you integrate student voice & choice. #divergED https://t.co/9oUZhVogLx

mgrosstaylor Feb 2 @ 8:21 PM EST

A3.Purposeful questions should invite further Ss questions & curiosity. #divergEd

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:21 PM EST

@MichaelJDunlea Hey Michael, glad you’re here! Yes, building that emotional bank account. #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:21 PM EST

@mrswarriner That's the truth. We want productive thinking that leads to growth. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:21 PM EST

@drshelly268 Hi Shelly, great to see you! #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:22 PM EST

#divergED https://t.co/3QWDjB4Xv8

WeberEducation - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:22 PM EST

A3: We PLAN 4 questioning, ensure ALL students interact w ALL Qs, ask open Qs, and avoid saying, "that's right" to responses #divergED

EdTechPeck Feb 2 @ 8:22 PM EST

@4BetterEducatio True, but each classroom has it's own identity. You dictate the rules of engagement as the T #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:22 PM EST

@MrsBohlerSES Hi Lindsey, glad you’re here! #divergED

Dr_LMR Feb 2 @ 8:22 PM EST

Love the phrase 'coach the thinking process' - that is really a great description! #divergEd https://t.co/vWDrvusfA2

PaulaMaeker Feb 2 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3: Allows Ts to coach the thinking process. Guiding Ss with thoughtful inquiry and allowing them to explore possibilities #divergED

mgrosstaylor Feb 2 @ 8:22 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick @MichaelJDunlea It's that passion the drives further learning. #divergEd

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:22 PM EST

@mrswarriner HI Nadia, great to have you tonight. #divergED

4BetterEducatio Feb 2 @ 8:22 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick A3: Ss sing & perform music by themselves and in groups. They create their own music. Artistic voice abounds #diverged

RESP3CTtheGAME Feb 2 @ 8:22 PM EST

A3 Ss need to create essential questions to explore for #geniushour #pbl , research papers topics, & passion projects #diverged

LeighSJones Feb 2 @ 8:22 PM EST

Hello #DivergED - Leigh Jones here from Nashville. Just stumbled upon this conversation. Hi @nalang1! Interested to read along...

mashupmath Feb 2 @ 8:22 PM EST

A3: Dropping some snowboarding lingo here: Qs should be used to traverse thinking through a spectrum of thought processes. #diverged

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:23 PM EST

Q4 coming up in 1 minute... #divergED

J_Stew314 Feb 2 @ 8:23 PM EST

A1: Voice and choice allows for students to synthesize learning. #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:23 PM EST

Students develop the ability to choose the strategy that works for them. #divergED https://t.co/d4xXBJyqCf

TeachDB17 Feb 2 @ 8:19 PM EST

A3. I ensure content & standards are present but allow Ss to respond in a way that is meaningful to them. #diverged +

4BetterEducatio Feb 2 @ 8:23 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick A3: Just last week we had a concert w/ 100 Ss singing for an audience of 350. Unbelievably power of voice. #diverged

MichaelJDunlea Feb 2 @ 8:23 PM EST

#divergED A3 I love asking S's for evidence to support their answer, good evidence means no wrong answer if predicted, they get so excited

PledgeCents Feb 2 @ 8:23 PM EST

@4BetterEducatio classroom culture... creating an environment where Ss aren't afraid to take chances, and share their results #divergED

mrswarriner Feb 2 @ 8:24 PM EST

#divergED a3. Open ended questions honour student voice. Like to start with small whiteboards with thought prompts- see S's responses.

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:24 PM EST

Q4: Share tech that enhances both productive struggle and voice/choice. #divergED https://t.co/26xoVpmv4a

4BetterEducatio Feb 2 @ 8:24 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick A3: Ss showcase voice in questioning techniques that engage everyone. More than a 1-1 conversation. #diverged

PaulaMaeker Feb 2 @ 8:24 PM EST

@Dr_LMR TY! Thinking is the new literacy! #divergED

AllysonApsey Feb 2 @ 8:24 PM EST

Love how Ss learn what learning process really is through genius hour. It is not just doing what T says #divergEd https://t.co/R2VjgRXlJM

RESP3CTtheGAME Feb 2 @ 8:22 PM EST

A3 Ss need to create essential questions to explore for #geniushour #pbl , research papers topics, & passion projects #diverged

J_Stew314 Feb 2 @ 8:24 PM EST

A2: "productive struggle" -> gr8 Q. Continually Find the right cognitive stretch. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:24 PM EST

Voice and choice doesn’t compromise complex thinking and learning. #divergED https://t.co/lYRRml15qV

PledgeCents Feb 2 @ 8:24 PM EST

@Dr_LMR Yes! Guiding Ss to deeper questioning... allowing them to take the lead. Love love love. #divergED

4BetterEducatio Feb 2 @ 8:24 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick A3: I also mentor Ss which helps to develop relationships & hopefully for them to feel a stronger voice w/me. #diverged

mashupmath Feb 2 @ 8:25 PM EST

@MichaelJDunlea Yes! Love the idea of having Ss share evidence and make their case for what they believe. #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:25 PM EST

@LeighSJones Hi friend, jump on in! #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:25 PM EST

Developing a culture where risk taking is genuinely supported is critical for S to share their voice. #divergED https://t.co/Ps9kedGkyr

mgrosstaylor Feb 2 @ 8:19 PM EST

A2: By creating an environment for Ss where they can voice their failure & have choices to continue learning. #divergEd

LeighSJones Feb 2 @ 8:25 PM EST

@mgrosstaylor Ownership empowers, and that's intrinsically motivating #DivergED

LeeAnnePower Feb 2 @ 8:25 PM EST

A3 Ts are my Ss. I invite "feedforward" - ask them what their wants and needs are and develop pd around such. #buyin #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:25 PM EST

@RESP3CTtheGAME So glad you could. You always contribute such great insights! #divergED

AllysonApsey Feb 2 @ 8:25 PM EST

A4: we are 1:1 iPads. They give Ss so many options for creating and sharing learning. So empowering! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:25 PM EST

@RESP3CTtheGAME Hey Brian, great to have you here! Great examples. #divergED

EdTechPeck Feb 2 @ 8:26 PM EST

A4 Not super hight tech, but we created a ezine using Google Slides this year on a country of Ss choosing #divergED collab. create. comn.

4BetterEducatio Feb 2 @ 8:26 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick A3:Today my 2nd gr Ss had opportunities to showcase their voice/choice & creativity through improvised movement.#diverged

mgrosstaylor Feb 2 @ 8:26 PM EST

A4: Tech provides forum conducive to group collaboration & also gives voice to introverted Ss. #divergEd

J_Stew314 Feb 2 @ 8:26 PM EST

A3: One of my favorite ways is through integrating creative cross-curricular options. #divergED

drshelly268 Feb 2 @ 8:26 PM EST

A4: blogsites = both tech and content productive struggle #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:26 PM EST

@AllysonApsey I'm so glad to be connected to you through Voxer too. Looking forward to learning with you! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:27 PM EST

RTQ4: Technology has the ability to empower voice/choice as well as stimulate productive struggle. Share tech that enhances both. #divergED

mashupmath Feb 2 @ 8:27 PM EST

A4: Any internet-equipped device gives Ss the power to choose their path & their destination. I'm a big fan of using SmartPhones! #diverged

4BetterEducatio Feb 2 @ 8:27 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick A3: I try to have them improvise a good amount so they have opps to express in ways that are important to them.#diverged

TeachDB17 Feb 2 @ 8:27 PM EST

A4. Apps are great for this @Padlet, blogs, portfolios like @Seesaw. #divergED

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:27 PM EST

@AllysonApsey We do a lot of collaborative conversations where students explain thinking and develop questions for peers. #divergED

Dr_LMR Feb 2 @ 8:27 PM EST

A4 Not an area of expertise for me here. Looking forward to other responses on this one. #DivergED

Leckeythetechie Feb 2 @ 8:27 PM EST

A4: Blogging! It pushes Ss out of their comfort zone- so different to write for an audience- and to comment digitally! #divergED

mgrosstaylor Feb 2 @ 8:27 PM EST

@LeighSJones Absolutely! May take more planning on the front end of Ts but the reward of Ss motivation is worth it! #divergEd

PaulaMaeker Feb 2 @ 8:28 PM EST

A4: Love Ss using their voice & sharing the WHY and HOW of learning with blogs or online newsletters. Connects to real world #divergED

LeighSJones Feb 2 @ 8:28 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick So true! #DivergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:28 PM EST

A4: Tech that promotes productivity, comm., & collab. has the greatest likelihood to empower & promote agency, voice, & choice #divergED

4BetterEducatio Feb 2 @ 8:28 PM EST

@EdTechPeck Absolutely! I encourage failure, then we know where we need to work. #diverged

RESP3CTtheGAME Feb 2 @ 8:28 PM EST

@AllysonApsey Endless benefits of #geniushour I am learning so much from students. #divergED

enpremierclasse Feb 2 @ 8:28 PM EST

#divergED A4 we are doing a debate on twitter with kids from all around The World in march. S are lurning to being respectful 1/2

stepscarolina Feb 2 @ 8:28 PM EST

#divergED Carolina here, joining late (for the first time)!

GARDNER_RD_PRIN Feb 2 @ 8:28 PM EST

A4: Creation apps are critical where you can app smash and communicate their learning such as explain everything. Many options. #divergED

TeachDB17 Feb 2 @ 8:29 PM EST

A4. I love tech that allows for creativity. This can be a camera to a tablet. Something that requires Ss to do. #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:29 PM EST

@stepscarolina Glad your here Carolina, still have a some time to jump in! #divergED

LeighSJones Feb 2 @ 8:29 PM EST

@4BetterEducatio @ElisaBostwick This former Dance teaching artist is all about that! #DivergED More movement in class!

ElisaBostwick Feb 2 @ 8:29 PM EST

This is one of the reasons I love connecting with you! #geniushour #PBL, authentic research/projects. #divergED https://t.co/eJO4yqmyZZ

RESP3CTtheGAME Feb 2 @ 8:22 PM EST

A3 Ss need to create essential questions to explore for #geniushour #pbl , research papers topics, & passion projects #diverged

enpremierclasse Feb 2 @ 8:29 PM EST

#divergED A4 even if the opinions are différents.. It brings struggles!! 2/2 #dbts16 https://t.co/Nf8lZuGAH9

PaulaMaeker Feb 2 @ 8:29 PM EST

Love key words community and collaboration! Global citizenship #divergED https://t.co/T0DQ2WCzrK

WeberEducation - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:28 PM EST

A4: Tech that promotes productivity, comm., & collab. has the greatest likelihood to empower & promote agency, voice, & choice #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 8:29 PM EST

@PaulaMaeker Yes, and gives them confidence and opportunities to extrinsically reflect. #divergED