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mrclinefhs Nov 5 @ 9:00 AM EST

Hey there #sunchat! Excited to talk about alternative assessment this morning! Roll call! Who’s where?

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susankotch Nov 5 @ 9:00 AM EST

Good morning, #sunchat! Today we are covering your take on ASSESSMENTS! Something near and dear to our hearts, right? Roll Call!

JennyWamsley Nov 5 @ 9:00 AM EST

Jenny Health and PE T. From MN. #sunchat

susankotch Nov 5 @ 9:01 AM EST

I'm here! Susan from the Jersey Shore - Day 2 of a 10 day break from school. Woohoo! #sunchat

mrclinefhs Nov 5 @ 9:01 AM EST

Kevin, social studies, from stormy IN! Excited to be with you today! #sunchat

MissWinegar Nov 5 @ 9:02 AM EST

Kasey from KS here. So much learning today. I’ll be headed to the KS Council for SS conference later today! #sunchat

JAdlon_EPSY Nov 5 @ 9:03 AM EST

Jacob from Ohio. Glad to be here. #sunchat

susankotch Nov 5 @ 9:03 AM EST

Hi Jenny! Welcome to #sunchat!

In reply to @JennyWamsley

MLeighMalone Nov 5 @ 9:03 AM EST

Hi friends! I'm a MS AP from Maryland. Good morning! #sunchat

whiteeducator Nov 5 @ 9:03 AM EST

Morning from NYC! Middle school AP here. #sunchat

susankotch Nov 5 @ 9:03 AM EST

Hi Kasey! Welcome to #sunchat!

In reply to @MissWinegar

mgiordano24 Nov 5 @ 9:04 AM EST

Michael, Ed Tech Intern from NY #sunchat

susankotch Nov 5 @ 9:04 AM EST

Wow, my tweet deck is dragging today. I may have to switch back to good ol' plain twitter. Yeesh! #sundaymorningblues #sunchat

coachjmsmith Nov 5 @ 9:04 AM EST

Jason, Science from dreary IN! #sunchat

FinkTeach Nov 5 @ 9:04 AM EST

Good morning! Connie, 5th grade social studies in Nashville, TN. #sunchat

haleymoney Nov 5 @ 9:04 AM EST

Good morning! Haley Money, 8th grade ELA teacher from Johnson City, TN, is here! #MEDA5400edChat #sunchat

MrCharlesMartin Nov 5 @ 9:05 AM EST

Charles, middle school AP from Calgary, Canada. #sunchat

MLeighMalone Nov 5 @ 9:05 AM EST

Hey there! I'm a MS AP too. #sunchat

In reply to @whiteeducator

msemilyswift Nov 5 @ 9:06 AM EST

Emily Swift joining from Clarksville, TN. Attending Austin Peay State University #sunchat

mrclinefhs Nov 5 @ 9:06 AM EST

Every week we have new people joining us and I dig it! #sunchat

whiteeducator Nov 5 @ 9:06 AM EST

Morning :)!!! #sunchat

In reply to @MLeighMalone

MLeighMalone Nov 5 @ 9:07 AM EST

Good morning! I'm a MS AP too. #sunchat

In reply to @MrCharlesMartin

MLeighMalone Nov 5 @ 9:07 AM EST

Good morning! I went to grad school in Nashville -- Trevecca! #sunchat

In reply to @FinkTeach

cooper1503 Nov 5 @ 9:08 AM EST

Good morning #sunchat Chris from TN!

mrclinefhs Nov 5 @ 9:09 AM EST

So everyone knows tests and quizzes; what are some of your fave alternative methods for assessment? #sunchat

MrDataGuy Nov 5 @ 9:09 AM EST

Jim Smith, Minnesota, working with assessment and data. Have company, but I can't pass up the topic, I will be in and out of the chat, #sunchat

rashidfdavis Nov 5 @ 9:09 AM EST

#hacklearning #sunchat Let's Rethink Time in #college and #highschool #leadupchat #suptchat #ThisWeek #leadership #success #TCSNYCMarathon

JennyWamsley Nov 5 @ 9:10 AM EST

I like to do posters for #healthed class. Give them an option. #sunchat

mrclinefhs Nov 5 @ 9:09 AM EST

So everyone knows tests and quizzes; what are some of your fave alternative methods for assessment? #sunchat

MLeighMalone Nov 5 @ 9:10 AM EST

Student-designed PBAs! #sunchat

mrclinefhs Nov 5 @ 9:09 AM EST

So everyone knows tests and quizzes; what are some of your fave alternative methods for assessment? #sunchat

lesliefarooq Nov 5 @ 9:11 AM EST

Good morning, #sunchat! I'm Leslie, a HS science teacher in central Ontario! I can't wait to learn more about assessments!

cooper1503 Nov 5 @ 9:11 AM EST

I love to use short interactive Assesments like Plcikers. I also let Ss choose how they show me what they know and understand. #sunchat

coachjmsmith Nov 5 @ 9:11 AM EST

Whiteboard sessions, and discussions. #sunchat

MLeighMalone Nov 5 @ 9:11 AM EST

Project-based assessment #sunchat

In reply to @JennyWamsley

mrclinefhs Nov 5 @ 9:11 AM EST

PBA- project based? #sunchat

In reply to @MLeighMalone

joannavrteaches Nov 5 @ 9:11 AM EST

Joanna, blended learning enthusiast, here to visit one of my favorite groups #sunchat

susankotch Nov 5 @ 9:12 AM EST

Is Spring Hill near Cookeville? Was looking at property around there, and Monterey recently. Love Tennessee! #sunchat

In reply to @cooper1503

JJ_Burry Nov 5 @ 9:12 AM EST

Good morning #sunchat! I'm Jess- 7th grade writing teacher in Texas.

mrclinefhs Nov 5 @ 9:12 AM EST

I’d like to hear more about student-designed assessment; how does that work for those of you that use it? #sunchat

In reply to @cooper1503

MrCharlesMartin Nov 5 @ 9:12 AM EST

Students doing a screencast of them explaining concepts. #sunchat

whiteeducator Nov 5 @ 9:12 AM EST

#UDL! Give Ss choice of how to show their learning & understanding. Shouldn't just be one assignment for all. Let Ss choose! #sunchat

MissWinegar Nov 5 @ 9:12 AM EST

I love using hexagons! Ss sort the hex. into appropriate categories and explain their connections. Use for history a lot #sunchat

joannavrteaches Nov 5 @ 9:13 AM EST

A1 projects and collaborative presentations that teach others about the topic #sunchat

susankotch Nov 5 @ 9:13 AM EST

I follow so many new people each week! So great to expand our squad! :) #sunchat Follow away!

mrclinefhs Nov 5 @ 9:06 AM EST

Every week we have new people joining us and I dig it! #sunchat

MLeighMalone Nov 5 @ 9:13 AM EST

Anything that allows choice, low-tech & high-tech, appeals to multiple intelligences works well (I think). #sunchat

mrclinefhs Nov 5 @ 9:09 AM EST

So everyone knows tests and quizzes; what are some of your fave alternative methods for assessment? #sunchat

JAdlon_EPSY Nov 5 @ 9:14 AM EST

A1: I prefer hands-on projects as a method of assessment. #sunchat

mrclinefhs Nov 5 @ 9:14 AM EST

This looks great! Studying progression is so important in SS! #sunchat

In reply to @MissWinegar

msemilyswift Nov 5 @ 9:14 AM EST

I'm an aspiring teacher and I would love to use Kahoot to test my students to see what they know as a group or individually #sunchat

In reply to @mrclinefhs

MLeighMalone Nov 5 @ 9:14 AM EST

I just observed this in a teacher's class last week. Love it! #sunchat

In reply to @MissWinegar

cybraryman1 Nov 5 @ 9:15 AM EST

My Assessments page https://t.co/OEDdXHRS1Z #sunchat So many great ways to assess learning without tests.

grubell_d3v Nov 5 @ 9:15 AM EST

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lesliefarooq Nov 5 @ 9:15 AM EST

Formative response tools, like Socrative and Nearpod (non eval). Projects with products: My Ss are currently working on videos. #sunchat

mrclinefhs Nov 5 @ 9:09 AM EST

So everyone knows tests and quizzes; what are some of your fave alternative methods for assessment? #sunchat

Hist_simulation Nov 5 @ 9:15 AM EST

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whiteeducator Nov 5 @ 9:15 AM EST

Think about what we want to learn from our assessments, & design them accordingly. How will we use the data to inform our teaching? #sunchat

lesliefarooq Nov 5 @ 9:15 AM EST

Hexagons are a nice touch on concept mapping! Thanks for the tip! #sunchat

In reply to @MissWinegar

mgiordano24 Nov 5 @ 9:15 AM EST

Kahoot is a great tool! I have used it many times and Ss get really motivated and engaged. #sunchat

In reply to @msemilyswift, @mrclinefhs

MLeighMalone Nov 5 @ 9:16 AM EST

Give them a rubric, allow them to choose team members, submit proposal, get approval, and present via EdCafe method. #sunchat

mrclinefhs Nov 5 @ 9:12 AM EST

I’d like to hear more about student-designed assessment; how does that work for those of you that use it? #sunchat
In reply to @cooper1503

mrclinefhs Nov 5 @ 9:16 AM EST

Do you have your students submit the hexagons? #sunchat

In reply to @MLeighMalone, @MissWinegar

MrDataGuy Nov 5 @ 9:16 AM EST

I love observing and targeted questioning. The important consideration is being sure the evidence of learning gathered from these methods is evaluated in the light of the complexity or cognitive level of the standard or learning target. #sunchat

FinkTeach Nov 5 @ 9:16 AM EST

A1 Recently had Ss post video on @Seesaw explaining how a primary source helped them understand Removal, received T feedback. #sunchat

MelissaSTuttle Nov 5 @ 9:16 AM EST

My students go crazy about @GetKahoot. Great formative assessment tool with a fun twist. #sunchat

In reply to @msemilyswift, @mrclinefhs, @GetKahoot

lesliefarooq Nov 5 @ 9:17 AM EST

I shadowed a S for a day and failed a Grade 9 Spanish Kahoot. I knew the words, but was nervous about time and clicked wrong a lot. #sunchat

In reply to @msemilyswift, @mrclinefhs

FinkTeach Nov 5 @ 9:17 AM EST

I went to grad school at Trevecca too! #sunchat

In reply to @MLeighMalone

MissWinegar Nov 5 @ 9:17 AM EST

Kahoot is the best!! I don’t even have to give incentive to win. It’s all about pride #sunchat

In reply to @mgiordano24, @msemilyswift, @mrclinefhs

MelissaSTuttle Nov 5 @ 9:17 AM EST

Ss voice and choice should always be part of assessment. #sunchat

MLeighMalone Nov 5 @ 9:17 AM EST

Have you tried @goformative ? There's a formative chat each Monday night. Check them out. #formativechat #sunchat

lesliefarooq Nov 5 @ 9:15 AM EST
Formative response tools, like Socrative and Nearpod (non eval). Projects with products: My Ss are currently working on videos. #sunchat
- mrclinefhs Nov 5 @ 9:09 AM EST
  
  So everyone knows tests and quizzes; what are some of your fave alternative methods for assessment? #sunchat

msemilyswift Nov 5 @ 9:18 AM EST

Socrative is a great tool! We just reviewed this tool in my instructional technology class. Its a great way to test your students #sunchat

In reply to @lesliefarooq

lesliefarooq Nov 5 @ 9:18 AM EST

My Ss find the 20 sec default time too fast, make silly errors because of time stress. I wonder whether 30 sec is enough? #sunchat

In reply to @MelissaSTuttle, @msemilyswift, @mrclinefhs, @GetKahoot

susankotch Nov 5 @ 9:18 AM EST

Love this! Is there a template for this you can share? @MissWinegar #sunchat

MissWinegar Nov 5 @ 9:12 AM EST

I love using hexagons! Ss sort the hex. into appropriate categories and explain their connections. Use for history a lot #sunchat

FinkTeach Nov 5 @ 9:18 AM EST

Been meaning to try this out. Looks interesting. #sunchat

In reply to @lesliefarooq, @MissWinegar

MelissaSTuttle Nov 5 @ 9:18 AM EST

Lately I’ve been using @Flipgrid as an assessment tool. This allows Ss to record themselves sharing their learning. #sunchat

MLeighMalone Nov 5 @ 9:18 AM EST

Kids love to see us join in their learning -- even when we fail. :D #sunchat

In reply to @lesliefarooq, @msemilyswift, @mrclinefhs

ToscaAusten Nov 5 @ 9:19 AM EST

Odd AM Joy remark, given all the criminal evidence cuts a path to Clinton. Witch hunt enthusiasts are desperate to pin the Russian tail on Trump. It fits their narrative and allows Dems to fundraise on hopes for impeachment. #ffweekend #Sunchat

MelissaSTuttle Nov 5 @ 9:19 AM EST

One of the perks of twitter chats are new tweeps. I always walk away with ideas I’m implementing this week, too. #sunchat

In reply to @susankotch

MrDataGuy Nov 5 @ 9:19 AM EST

AMEN - The real key is not the assessment, but our response - and there must be a response if the assessment is to be used formatively. Assessment requires paying attention to the responses and then acting on them. #sunchat

whiteeducator Nov 5 @ 9:15 AM EST

Think about what we want to learn from our assessments, & design them accordingly. How will we use the data to inform our teaching? #sunchat

MissWinegar Nov 5 @ 9:19 AM EST

Can you elaborate on this a little more. I’m intrigued! #sunchat

In reply to @MelissaSTuttle, @Flipgrid

lesliefarooq Nov 5 @ 9:20 AM EST

Yes, it is great. My Ss also gave it favorable reviews. I try every new FRT as I learn of it! Thanks! #sunchat

In reply to @MLeighMalone, @goformative

MLeighMalone Nov 5 @ 9:20 AM EST

Small world, huh? Where do you teach? Were George Kersey and Alice Patterson around when you were there? #sunchat

In reply to @FinkTeach

lesliefarooq Nov 5 @ 9:20 AM EST

It made me realize that Kahoot data wasn't always representative of S knowledge. It wasn't representative of mine! #sunchat

In reply to @MLeighMalone, @msemilyswift, @mrclinefhs

MelissaSTuttle Nov 5 @ 9:21 AM EST

Such an Important question to ask when designing or administering an assessment. #sunchat

whiteeducator Nov 5 @ 9:15 AM EST

Think about what we want to learn from our assessments, & design them accordingly. How will we use the data to inform our teaching? #sunchat

FinkTeach Nov 5 @ 9:21 AM EST

Sold! Need to try for explorer unit. Interested in where to find template too. #sunchat

In reply to @susankotch, @MissWinegar

MLeighMalone Nov 5 @ 9:21 AM EST

Me too! #sunchat

In reply to @MelissaSTuttle, @susankotch

JJ_Burry Nov 5 @ 9:21 AM EST

My students love @PearDeck! I recently started using it, and they enjoy the interaction, which allows me to assess skills! #sunchat

mrclinefhs Nov 5 @ 9:09 AM EST

So everyone knows tests and quizzes; what are some of your fave alternative methods for assessment? #sunchat

susankotch Nov 5 @ 9:21 AM EST

kahoot is great, Emily. Makes learning,studying fun! More retention when we reinforce by guessing/checking. @msemilyswift #sunchat

msemilyswift Nov 5 @ 9:14 AM EST

I'm an aspiring teacher and I would love to use Kahoot to test my students to see what they know as a group or individually #sunchat
In reply to @mrclinefhs

TynansClass Nov 5 @ 9:21 AM EST

Tara Tynan, teacher from Texas, joining a little late #sunchat

PegGrafwallner Nov 5 @ 9:21 AM EST

When designing assessments, collaborate w/ colleagues. None of that work has to be done in isolation. Sometimes we forget that #sunchat

In reply to @whiteeducator

EdReimagined Nov 5 @ 9:22 AM EST

We can’t talk learning models without first addressing the mindset we use to create them. #edreimagined #sunchat #learnercentered

mgiordano24 Nov 5 @ 9:22 AM EST

Give students the option to use different media platforms to express their learning so they become Creative Communicators #sunchat

lesliefarooq Nov 5 @ 9:22 AM EST

I absolutely LOVE @Flipgrid, and Ss are slowly coming around to it. They want all of their videos on private though. #sunchat

In reply to @MelissaSTuttle, @Flipgrid, @Flipgrid

msemilyswift Nov 5 @ 9:22 AM EST

Flipgrid is a neat tool! I worry about the students that may be too nervous to use it since it does have the camera aspect. #sunchat

In reply to @MelissaSTuttle, @Flipgrid

MelissaSTuttle Nov 5 @ 9:22 AM EST

You do need to know your Ss bc it could be stressful. It’s all about building the positive and growth mindset culture though. #sunchat

In reply to @lesliefarooq, @msemilyswift, @mrclinefhs

Educate2day941 Nov 5 @ 9:23 AM EST

#sunchat SS quiz each other in pairs 4 15 minutes. Then all stand in a circle, & throw a ball to another SS while asking a question.

lesliefarooq Nov 5 @ 9:23 AM EST

Yes, if I want to quiz or test and I don't want to use paper Socrative is my go-to app. It can also be used in a formative capacity #sunchat

In reply to @msemilyswift

mrclinefhs Nov 5 @ 9:23 AM EST

Q- for those of you who use student-designed assessment, how do you assess? Rubric? #sunchat

MissWinegar Nov 5 @ 9:23 AM EST

Also love bingo quizzes. Put all concepts on a bingo board, Ss pick a bingo line & write about each of the 5 concepts in paragraph #sunchat

whiteeducator Nov 5 @ 9:23 AM EST

Exactly. We can't just assess bc we need a quiz or test grade. Why are we assessing? How will it impact teaching & learning? #sunchat

In reply to @MrDataGuy

TynansClass Nov 5 @ 9:23 AM EST

A1: @plickers is a gr8 way to asses your students #sunchat

MelissaSTuttle Nov 5 @ 9:23 AM EST

Thanks for the reminder. I haven’t used @Socrative yet this year. #sunchat

In reply to @msemilyswift, @lesliefarooq, @Socrative

MLeighMalone Nov 5 @ 9:23 AM EST

Agreed! Our Ts work on common formative assessments (CFAs) in their PLCs each week and review data from previous CFA to group Ss. #sunchat

PegGrafwallner Nov 5 @ 9:21 AM EST

When designing assessments, collaborate w/ colleagues. None of that work has to be done in isolation. Sometimes we forget that #sunchat
In reply to @whiteeducator

MissWinegar Nov 5 @ 9:24 AM EST

Awesome way to get them out of their chair and active! #sunchat

In reply to @Educate2day941

lesliefarooq Nov 5 @ 9:24 AM EST

Have you tried Nearpod? It seems that PearDeck and Nearpod are similar, and I struggled to get PearDeck to work. Glitchy. :( #sunchat

In reply to @JJ_Burry, @PearDeck

Educate2day941 Nov 5 @ 9:24 AM EST

#sunchat 1) I do "hold 'em up," Everyone write out an answer on big paper & all hold up at once..2) And Bingo works for every subject

MLeighMalone Nov 5 @ 9:24 AM EST

Never heard of this one...will check it out. #sunchat

In reply to @JJ_Burry, @PearDeck

whiteeducator Nov 5 @ 9:24 AM EST

We can design together & ask for feedback. We could also design w/ the help of our Ss & get feedback from them, too! #sunchat

In reply to @PegGrafwallner

FinkTeach Nov 5 @ 9:25 AM EST

Ss reflect on @Flipgrid on current event article, backed up stance w/evidence from article. Ss comment on posts, very interactive #sunchat

In reply to @MelissaSTuttle, @Flipgrid, @Flipgrid

JJ_Burry Nov 5 @ 9:25 AM EST

I haven't used Nearpod. @PearDeck is google compatible, so I chose that one for ease of use. #sunchat

In reply to @lesliefarooq, @PearDeck, @PearDeck

sdtitmas Nov 5 @ 9:25 AM EST

My students are typically nervous at first but always come around. I’d suggest starting with an easy topic first. #sunchat

In reply to @msemilyswift, @MelissaSTuttle, @Flipgrid

lesliefarooq Nov 5 @ 9:26 AM EST

Yes, if many Ss have an extra time allotment in their individual learning plan timed FRTs may not be the best option. #sunchat

In reply to @MelissaSTuttle, @msemilyswift, @mrclinefhs

sdtitmas Nov 5 @ 9:26 AM EST

Some students take a few tries to get comfortable but it sounds like you’re on the right track l! #sunchat

In reply to @lesliefarooq, @MelissaSTuttle, @Flipgrid

joannavrteaches Nov 5 @ 9:26 AM EST

A2 students helped create rubric, chose how they would show what they had learned, graded selves, then compared to my score. #sunchat

lesliefarooq Nov 5 @ 9:26 AM EST

Gotcha! I didn't realize it is compatible with Google. I should give it another look. Thanks! #sunchat

In reply to @JJ_Burry, @PearDeck

rashidfdavis Nov 5 @ 9:27 AM EST

#ptech Year 7 and still sharing #HackLearning #spiritchat #sunchat #thisweek #crownheights #Brooklyn #DaylightSavingsTime

MrDataGuy Nov 5 @ 9:27 AM EST

Why do we assess? The use of assessment has changed and accountability is not the most important piece. #sunchat

FinkTeach Nov 5 @ 9:27 AM EST

I graduated 12 yrs ago. I teach at University School of Nashville. You left Nashville? #sunchat

In reply to @MLeighMalone

mrclinefhs Nov 5 @ 9:28 AM EST

Ok peeps I gotta jet; have our first 3rd grade b-ball game shortly! Thanks for the great convo and I can’t wait to catch up! #sunchat

JAdlon_EPSY Nov 5 @ 9:28 AM EST

A2: A student-designed rubric is always good. I also like discussions to help assess what the students have learned. #sunchat

lesliefarooq Nov 5 @ 9:28 AM EST

I found the videos quite endearing, so I am determined to win them over in this! Very fun to watch (more fun than reading tests). #sunchat

In reply to @sdtitmas, @MelissaSTuttle, @Flipgrid

whiteeducator Nov 5 @ 9:28 AM EST

How is everyone using their data from assessments-for your class, grade level, & school? Are you sharing what you're learning? How? #sunchat

whiteeducator Nov 5 @ 9:29 AM EST

Love this. Thanks for sharing! #sunchat

In reply to @MrDataGuy

MelissaSTuttle Nov 5 @ 9:29 AM EST

I love watching the videos! I try to respond back and leave feedback by video responses, too. #sunchat

In reply to @lesliefarooq, @sdtitmas, @Flipgrid

MLeighMalone Nov 5 @ 9:29 AM EST

Cool! I graduated 11 years ago. I moved to MD nearly 10 years ago. I sorely miss TN. #sunchat

In reply to @FinkTeach

FinkTeach Nov 5 @ 9:30 AM EST

I use @nearpod when reading, stopping at intervals to prompt Ss to check comprehension & process info #sunchat

In reply to @lesliefarooq, @JJ_Burry, @PearDeck, @nearpod

lesliefarooq Nov 5 @ 9:31 AM EST

My Ss started to create rubrics. After 1 hr they were still dithering on criteria; doing their chemistry became a relief for them! #sunchat

In reply to @joannavrteaches

MLeighMalone Nov 5 @ 9:31 AM EST

We share in PLC with an AP and create groups for reteaching & extension. PLCs share at dept. mtgs. DCs share at leadership/SIT mtgs #sunchat

whiteeducator Nov 5 @ 9:28 AM EST

How is everyone using their data from assessments-for your class, grade level, & school? Are you sharing what you're learning? How? #sunchat