#ditchbook Archive
#DITCHbook was created by Ditch That Textbook author Matt Miller. The chat focuses on innovative teaching ideas and disrupting standard textbook education.
Thursday February 2, 2017
10:00 PM EST
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:00 PM EST
Here it is!
#ditchbook
You've waited all day for this
MrsMurat
Feb 2 @ 10:00 PM EST
My Ss provide evidence they are digital leaders!
https://t.co/Pjh5jwjLdc
#moedchat
#ditchbook
#
participatechat
Feb 2 @ 10:00 PM EST
Participate in the upcoming
#ditchbook
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/Nb8zYosqXB
kvms_principal
Feb 2 @ 10:01 PM EST
Adam Metzger middle school principal
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emosier3
Feb 2 @ 10:01 PM EST
Good evening,
#ditchbook
friends! Evan Mosier, Technology Integrationist Lead Teacher and 6th Grade LA - Davenport, IA. Math exp = minimal!
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:01 PM EST
Mandi from MO. Super excited to guest mod with
@craigklement
tonight. My one word for math is AWESOME. But I am a math teacher.
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:01 PM EST
@kvms_principal
Welcome Adam! Glad to have you join us
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In reply to @kvms_principal
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:02 PM EST
Craig, Instructional Coach from Texas. Love math, comes from my father
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kvms_principal
Feb 2 @ 10:02 PM EST
Adam Metzger middle school principal Struggle
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rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:02 PM EST
Hi
#Ditchbook
! Rachel, K-8 curriculum specialist, Bozeman, MT. One word: journey!
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:02 PM EST
Hey Evan. We want opinions from the minimal math people tonight!
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In reply to @emosier3
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:02 PM EST
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ELATEACH1
Feb 2 @ 10:02 PM EST
Name Carrie instructional coach, Detroit, challenge
In reply to @craigklement
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:02 PM EST
Good evening
#ditchbook
. Joe, Math & STEAM Coach from Palo Alto, CA. Excited to be here to discuss math
@KarlyMoura
@MsHaughs
@rachelmarker
In reply to @KarlyMoura, @MsHaughs, @rachelmarker
emosier3
Feb 2 @ 10:02 PM EST
I'm definitely one of them! I have my calculator and a Google search at the ready!
#ditchbook
Let's see how minimal I can be tonight! :-)
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:02 PM EST
Hey Evan. We want opinions from the minimal math people tonight!
#ditchbook
In reply to @emosier3
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:02 PM EST
Welcome Adam. Hopefully you leave with some great ideas tonight. Let's
#ditchbook
math tonight.
In reply to @kvms_principal
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:03 PM EST
That's a great word, no matter what your comfort level is with math, or any subject really
#ditchbook
In reply to @rachelmarker
ELATEACH1
Feb 2 @ 10:03 PM EST
Carrie
#ditchbook
#edu5720
Detroit challenging instructional coach
In reply to @craigklement
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:03 PM EST
Joe is in the
#ditchbook
house.
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @KarlyMoura, @MsHaughs, @rachelmarker
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:03 PM EST
Math is indeed awesome. It's everywhere.
#ditchbook
In reply to @TTmomTT, @craigklement
LemarrTreadwell
Feb 2 @ 10:03 PM EST
Hi
#Ditchbook
PLN. Lemarr Treadwell, 4th grade, Fresno CA
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:03 PM EST
Look forward to hearing more abt the "struggle" aspect. :)
#Ditchbook
In reply to @kvms_principal
jghfoundation08
Feb 2 @ 10:03 PM EST
Hello everyone, Reba from Dallas Educ Consultant w/Houghton-Mifflin-Harcourt
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Have missed the chat for awhile.
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:03 PM EST
Glad you're here Joe
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In reply to @Jyoung1219, @KarlyMoura, @MsHaughs, @rachelmarker
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:03 PM EST
Welcome Carrie.
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In reply to @ELATEACH1, @craigklement
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:03 PM EST
Awwww yeah!
#Ditchbook
+
#Tosachat
=
#awesomeness
In reply to @TTmomTT, @Jyoung1219, @KarlyMoura, @MsHaughs
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:04 PM EST
Here we go with Q1
#ditchbook
MsKennedyWerre
Feb 2 @ 10:04 PM EST
Hello! This is my first ever twitter chat! My name is Kennedy, Pre-Service teacher, from Canada, and developed.
#ditchbook
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:04 PM EST
Hi Rachel. Great to see you!
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In reply to @rachelmarker
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:04 PM EST
Hey Lemarr!
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In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:04 PM EST
Hey Reba. Glad you are here.
#ditchbook
In reply to @jghfoundation08
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:04 PM EST
Glad to have you back Reba
#ditchbook
In reply to @jghfoundation08
KamiSchools
Feb 2 @ 10:04 PM EST
Hi
#ditchbook
! We are a tech startup based in New Zealand. One word for my math journey would be perseverance!
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:04 PM EST
ooh, love that you're here, Reba! You bring an interesting "publisher's" perspective!
#Ditchbook
In reply to @jghfoundation08
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:04 PM EST
#ditchbook
is an amazing place to start. Welcome.
In reply to @MsKennedyWerre
jmattmiller
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:05 PM EST
Hey
#ditchbook
! Missing you while collaborating over pizza in Eureka, MT tonight. Have a great chat!
#teameureka
#shelley
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:05 PM EST
Ohhh man I was trying to be good and study then Joe shows up to
#ditchbook
and pulls me in!!!!!
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:02 PM EST
Good evening
#ditchbook
. Joe, Math & STEAM Coach from Palo Alto, CA. Excited to be here to discuss math
@KarlyMoura
@MsHaughs
@rachelmarker
In reply to @KarlyMoura, @MsHaughs, @rachelmarker
polonerd
Feb 2 @ 10:05 PM EST
A1: Scandizzle here from Orland Pk IL I've always liked math. I'm pretty sure that's because it was never a struggle for me
#ditchbook
emosier3
Feb 2 @ 10:05 PM EST
A1: I'm quite hesitant. Always had great Ts, just not comfortable with it. Algebra is my personal favorite, though!
#ditchbook
marvelousmcc
Feb 2 @ 10:05 PM EST
Howdy.
#ditchbook
Chelsea, 7/8/Alg 1. Boat rocker and causer of unrest...feeling discouraged@Jyoung1219
@KarlyMoura
@MsHaughs
@rachelmarker
In reply to @KarlyMoura, @MsHaughs, @rachelmarker
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:05 PM EST
YES! So great having pre-service Ts here. Way to go!
#Ditchbook
In reply to @MsKennedyWerre
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:05 PM EST
Welcome Kennedy! You chose a great one for your first chat
#ditchbook
In reply to @MsKennedyWerre
kvms_principal
Feb 2 @ 10:05 PM EST
A1. Love math, hate it's perception in our culture.
#ditchbook
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:05 PM EST
I love that word in my math classroom. Never give up.
#ditchbook
In reply to @KamiSchools
alicekeeler
Feb 2 @ 10:05 PM EST
Love that description!
#ditchbook
In reply to @marvelousmcc
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:05 PM EST
Hey,
#ditchbook
! Chantell, tech director from IN! Just wrapped up talking student tech teams with
#INeLearn
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:05 PM EST
Oh no! You can vent tonight w this crowd. :)
#Ditchbook
In reply to @marvelousmcc, @KarlyMoura, @MsHaughs
HowardKiyuna
Feb 2 @ 10:05 PM EST
Hello
#ditchbook
. Howard from Silicon Valley. Some Twitter fatigue setting in. I'll do my best.
RemScience
Feb 2 @ 10:05 PM EST
Good evening! One word: GROWTH
#DitchBook
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:05 PM EST
Aw yeah! Karly's here
#Ditchbook
In reply to @KarlyMoura
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:06 PM EST
You too, Joe! So glad you're here.
#Ditchbook
In reply to @Jyoung1219
emosier3
Feb 2 @ 10:06 PM EST
Scnadizzle in the
#ditchbook
hizzle. The party finna be rockin' now!
polonerd
Feb 2 @ 10:05 PM EST
A1: Scandizzle here from Orland Pk IL I've always liked math. I'm pretty sure that's because it was never a struggle for me
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:06 PM EST
Nice word! One of the standards of mathematical practice
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In reply to @KamiSchools
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:06 PM EST
We love rocking the boat here.
#ditchbook
In reply to @marvelousmcc, @KarlyMoura, @MsHaughs, @rachelmarker
cheryldodson215
Feb 2 @ 10:06 PM EST
#Ditchbook
Cheryl Dodson 6th grade Math Science teacher in Texas 🤓
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:06 PM EST
Great to connect with another instructional coach too.
#TOSAchat
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In reply to @ELATEACH1, @craigklement
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:06 PM EST
why Algebra? just curious
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In reply to @emosier3
ELATEACH1
Feb 2 @ 10:07 PM EST
feelings complicated opinions how I was taught
#Edu5720
#ditchbook
@JMcCarthyEdS
In reply to @craigklement, @JMcCarthyEdS
jghfoundation08
Feb 2 @ 10:07 PM EST
A1: My first feelings to math were scary and not understanding formulas. Yrs b4 I felt comfortable Came from teachers rushing
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TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:07 PM EST
Yay! Alice is here.
#ditchbook
In reply to @alicekeeler
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:07 PM EST
A1: I've always loved math, got it from my dad
#ditchbook
ErinWest_ITRT
Feb 2 @ 10:07 PM EST
Hi Everyone! Instructional Coach from Virginia jumping in tonight
#ditchbook
RemScience
Feb 2 @ 10:07 PM EST
A1: My feelings have developed from fear to embracement. I've found a love for teaching math.
#DitchBook
#lifelonglearner
marvelousmcc
Feb 2 @ 10:07 PM EST
Nah...vented enough to Alice earlier.
#ditchbook
@rachelmarker
In reply to @rachelmarker
emosier3
Feb 2 @ 10:07 PM EST
Not really sure. It always came the easiest to me. It was the math I felt most confident in understanding.
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:06 PM EST
why Algebra? just curious
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In reply to @emosier3
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:07 PM EST
A1 I love math, but I didn't as a Ss. Once I hit 'proofs', trig, calc, I had ZERO idea what I was doing. As a T I rediscovered.
#Ditchbook
jghfoundation08
Feb 2 @ 10:08 PM EST
Glad to be back. Thanks for the welcome
@rachelmarker
@craigklement
@TTmomTT
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In reply to @rachelmarker, @craigklement, @TTmomTT
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:08 PM EST
I see frustration like yours in my Ss when they come to me. I try to minimize that frustration.
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In reply to @jghfoundation08
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:08 PM EST
A1: Have always love solving math. When math is solving puzzles, I'm there. Loved when I was a S, & still do.
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:04 PM EST
Here we go with Q1
#ditchbook
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:08 PM EST
A1 Complicated...always earned As but didn't enjoy...but I LOVED chemistry b/c math DID stuff. There, math was communication!
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:08 PM EST
I agree, that's one of our goals tonight
#ditchbook
You should also check out Mathematical Mindsets by
@joboaler
In reply to @kvms_principal, @joboaler
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:08 PM EST
Sweet! Welcome to Twitter edchats &
#ditchbook
In reply to @MsKennedyWerre
blpnunavut
Feb 2 @ 10:08 PM EST
Hi
#ditchbook
Barbara here from Nunavut, Can. Elementary teacher
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:08 PM EST
Have you asked those guys yet HOW THEY GOT YOU? Tell 'em to send you to Bozeman!
#Ditchbook
In reply to @jmattmiller
alicekeeler
Feb 2 @ 10:08 PM EST
I'm multi tasking a lot of things :/
#ditchbook
my class chat is right now and trying to plan
#gcparadise
In reply to @TTmomTT
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:09 PM EST
and T kept moving forward even when you didn't get it...
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In reply to @rachelmarker
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:09 PM EST
What do you mean teachers rushing? They rushed their lessons?
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In reply to @jghfoundation08
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:09 PM EST
Scandizzle. Hahaha! Love it, Sean!
#Ditchbook
In reply to @polonerd
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:09 PM EST
Welcome Cheryl
#ditchbook
In reply to @cheryldodson215
emosier3
Feb 2 @ 10:09 PM EST
@alicekeeler
No matter how busy you are,
#ditchbook
is happy to have you here!
In reply to @alicekeeler
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:09 PM EST
Yep. And there was only ONE way to get it. (plus, no real-world connxns then.)
#Ditchbook
In reply to @TTmomTT
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:10 PM EST
Glad you joined us Erin
#ditchbook
In reply to @ErinWest_ITRT
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:10 PM EST
Great to connect with another instructional coach. What subject area?
#ditchbook
In reply to @ErinWest_ITRT
KamiSchools
Feb 2 @ 10:10 PM EST
A1: I bought into the "I'm not good at math" discourse, but slowly grew to enjoy it and realize I was just psyching myself out
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:10 PM EST
Here's Q2
#ditchbook
AssignmentHelpN
Feb 2 @ 10:10 PM EST
#ditchbook
#moedchat
10 Simple Ways to Use Pinterest For Classroom Teaching
https://t.co/0i2sbvZqo7
ErinWest_ITRT
Feb 2 @ 10:10 PM EST
A1 I'm great w/primary math. Have strong # sense... lots of trepidation around upper- prob due to lack of exposure
#ditchbook
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:10 PM EST
So glad you joined us Barbara.
#ditchbook
In reply to @blpnunavut
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:10 PM EST
I think there's some padlet action coming soon!
#Ditchbook
In reply to @marvelousmcc, @TTmomTT, @KarlyMoura, @MsHaughs, @alicekeeler
jghfoundation08
Feb 2 @ 10:10 PM EST
Teachers who felt rushed through the curriculum - Maybe pressured or taught to masses & didn't differentiate at all
#ditchbook
In reply to @Jyoung1219
emosier3
Feb 2 @ 10:10 PM EST
Yes! I enjoy it as well. Please introduce at the next teacher gathering as Sean Scandizzle from Illinizzle.
#ditchbook
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:09 PM EST
Scandizzle. Hahaha! Love it, Sean!
#Ditchbook
In reply to @polonerd
RemScience
Feb 2 @ 10:10 PM EST
I hear ya. I progressively went downhill. A in Algebra, B Geometry, C Algebra 2. Then I discovered TEACHING math!
#DitchBook
In reply to @rachelmarker
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:10 PM EST
that's exactly what we want for ALL of our students
#ditchbook
In reply to @RemScience
alicekeeler
Feb 2 @ 10:10 PM EST
Thanks Evan!
#ditchbook
In reply to @emosier3
polonerd
Feb 2 @ 10:10 PM EST
I love when I do math work in my head, and Ss just look at me like I just made fire from my hands.
#ditchbook
#He
'sAWizard
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:10 PM EST
Yeah, those higher level classes scared me too. Loved geometry
#DitchBook
In reply to @rachelmarker
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:11 PM EST
Exactly. I took AP calc and had no idea what was happening. Survival! Motivated by college applications, that's it.
#Ditchbook
In reply to @RemScience
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:11 PM EST
nice, for me it was Geometry
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In reply to @emosier3
ErinWest_ITRT
Feb 2 @ 10:11 PM EST
technology. I'm currently focusing on blending math/tech with several grade levels. You?
#ditchbook
In reply to @Jyoung1219
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:11 PM EST
We need to work on content at the state level so we can teach with context. Some of what is expected applies later.
#ditchbook
In reply to @rachelmarker
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:11 PM EST
Algebra was my fave, too.
#Ditchbook
In reply to @emosier3
HowardKiyuna
Feb 2 @ 10:11 PM EST
A1: I find math 'gratifying' having not been a great student as a child. I draw from this as I tch Ss w/learning differences
#ditchbook
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:11 PM EST
Yes! When we can make math real with real world applications it makes the math relevant
#ditchbook
In reply to @leadlaughlearn
marvelousmcc
Feb 2 @ 10:11 PM EST
I'm passionately in love with everything about math, more than that, I'm infatuated with watching others ditch their fear of it.
#ditchbook
kvms_principal
Feb 2 @ 10:11 PM EST
A2: Anxiety hits hard in middle school, lots ok kids struggling to make the transition to only having 50 min a day and 7 t's
#ditchbook
emosier3
Feb 2 @ 10:11 PM EST
I despised geometry! Had the funniest geometry T in hs, but just never took a liking to it. Was happy with a B!
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:11 PM EST
nice, for me it was Geometry
#ditchbook
In reply to @emosier3
mrsalbrightm
Feb 2 @ 10:12 PM EST
A2 - elementary when parents tell them they were bad at math
#ditchbook
ErinWest_ITRT
Feb 2 @ 10:12 PM EST
A2. I think it begins the moment a T requires a specific response-once restrictions come into play there becomes ONE right way
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:12 PM EST
we'll take it. Super excited you are chiming in
#ditchbook
In reply to @alicekeeler, @TTmomTT
ELATEACH1
Feb 2 @ 10:12 PM EST
I agree!
#ditchbook
#EDU5720
In reply to @kvms_principal
emosier3
Feb 2 @ 10:12 PM EST
Great minds think alike! Perhaps its because of the inclusion of letters in it being a LA guy!!
#ditchbook
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:11 PM EST
Algebra was my fave, too.
#Ditchbook
In reply to @emosier3
polonerd
Feb 2 @ 10:12 PM EST
If we could do it without memorizing proofs - I'm in. Otherwise, I'll take Algebra.
#ditchbook
In reply to @craigklement, @emosier3
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:12 PM EST
Late in VA! But tmrw's FriYAY, so no worries! Welcome to
#Ditchbook
:)
In reply to @ErinWest_ITRT
alicekeeler
Feb 2 @ 10:12 PM EST
I looked up math work from 1900 it was EXACTLY THE SAME as this kids Hw. Hopefully new things influence
https://t.co/9hp4L9qeLD
#ditchbook
ELATEACH1
Feb 2 @ 10:13 PM EST
welcome!
#ditchbook
#EDU5720
In reply to @MsKennedyWerre
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:13 PM EST
And the pressure on Ts to cover large quantities of content prevents us from teaching real and fun math.
#ditchbook
In reply to @kvms_principal
homeynlilfella
Feb 2 @ 10:13 PM EST
Kim Ulrich - TOSA from New York...I think it starts when the teachers start getting anxious for state testing...
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:13 PM EST
proofs was hard to teach, but I got better at it after years of practice
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In reply to @polonerd, @emosier3
ErinWest_ITRT
Feb 2 @ 10:13 PM EST
yes it is...the dogs are convinced I should be with them and not the comp.
#ditchbook
In reply to @rachelmarker
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:13 PM EST
Yeah, that sometimes still exists. Glad CCSS has shifted Focus on fewer concepts - to go deeper
#ditchbook
In reply to @jghfoundation08
jghfoundation08
Feb 2 @ 10:13 PM EST
Totally agree. Early fears from teachers not be able to scafflold the learning, etc. I learn 2 love math as a teacher
#ditchbook
In reply to @RemScience
EdTechMason
Feb 2 @ 10:13 PM EST
A2: For me it's when they started adding letters to the equation (pun intended)!
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:10 PM EST
Here's Q2
#ditchbook
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:13 PM EST
I don't think I ever had this exposure as a kid. Well, except Algebra. Felt like a puzzle. Maybe why I liked?
#Ditchbook
In reply to @Jyoung1219
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:14 PM EST
it is all about the mindset. Check out Mathematical Mindsets by
@joboaler
#ditchbook
In reply to @KamiSchools, @joboaler
polonerd
Feb 2 @ 10:14 PM EST
A2: Not sure if it's an age, or a teacher/parent that puts pressure on Ss to cause anxiety
#ditchbook
cheryldodson215
Feb 2 @ 10:14 PM EST
A1 Was not a big Math fan -I was a military kid---so I went to quite a few elementary schools
#missedconcepts
#Ditchbook
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:14 PM EST
I'm ready for an overhaul of the standard math curriculum and expectations!
#ditchbook
In reply to @alicekeeler
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:14 PM EST
R2 can begin as early as K...how comfortable is T w/math? How quickly are lessons progressing? How much seems real? How much HW?
#ditchbook
HowardKiyuna
Feb 2 @ 10:14 PM EST
A2: I'd say 3rd grade. Ss r such risk takers when little. Is the higher lang requirements of new math bringing this age down?
#ditchbook
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:14 PM EST
I'm a Math & STEAM Coach. Def love integration. Focusing on math pilot & NGSS rollout
#ditchbook
In reply to @ErinWest_ITRT
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:14 PM EST
Ha! nice one
#ditchbook
In reply to @EdTechMason
homeynlilfella
Feb 2 @ 10:14 PM EST
A2 Anxious teachers = unsettled students and a recipe for frustration
#ditchbook
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:14 PM EST
SAME. AP Chem was awesome. Application of
#s
. I dug that piece of it, too!
#Ditchbook
In reply to @leadlaughlearn
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:14 PM EST
yes there is!
#ditchbook
In reply to @rachelmarker, @marvelousmcc, @TTmomTT, @KarlyMoura, @MsHaughs, @alicekeeler
KamiSchools
Feb 2 @ 10:14 PM EST
A2: For me it was around middle school. IMO there is a general attitude that math is very hard, so Ss give up on themselves
#ditchbook
marvelousmcc
Feb 2 @ 10:14 PM EST
Maybe that's why I love it...every part of it feels like a puzzle.
#ditchbook
In reply to @Jyoung1219
ELATEACH1
Feb 2 @ 10:14 PM EST
Half of the students Middle School ELA or Math brain
#ditchbook
#EDU5720
In reply to @craigklement
LemarrTreadwell
Feb 2 @ 10:15 PM EST
A2.
#Ditchbook
Fractions. 4th grade!
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:10 PM EST
Here's Q2
#ditchbook
massignmenthelp
Feb 2 @ 10:15 PM EST
#ditchbook
#moedchat
7 Effective Lifestyle Changes To Help You Get Better Grades
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emosier3
Feb 2 @ 10:15 PM EST
A2: I think it begins quite early. Instilling the confidence early on will only ensure consistent attempts later in later years.
#ditchbook
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:15 PM EST
Yeah, the era of high stakes testing has really done a number on teachers
#ditchbook
In reply to @homeynlilfella
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:15 PM EST
I completely agree. Now it's time to stop holding Ss, Ts, and schools accountable through these tests.
#ditchbook
In reply to @kvms_principal
alicekeeler
Feb 2 @ 10:15 PM EST
oops used the wrong hashtag
#ditchbook
alicekeeler
Feb 2 @ 10:14 PM EST
If doing 30 rote problems worked we would all be good at math. Bring on the relevancy!
#ci149
In reply to @TTmomTT
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:15 PM EST
A2 Proofs in geometry. (High school.) Reflecting now, it started in MS when my T only had 1 strategy for explaining to me.
#Ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:15 PM EST
I really loved teaching Geometry too! Fun, engaging lessons
#ditchbook
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @rachelmarker
LemarrTreadwell
Feb 2 @ 10:16 PM EST
#Ditchbook
Hi Alice. Two Fresnan's on the chat tonight!
alicekeeler
Feb 2 @ 10:12 PM EST
I looked up math work from 1900 it was EXACTLY THE SAME as this kids Hw. Hopefully new things influence
https://t.co/9hp4L9qeLD
#ditchbook
EdTechMason
Feb 2 @ 10:16 PM EST
A1: Honestly I've been apprehensive about mathematics for a long time (it never adds up). TGFT-Thank goodness for technology!
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:04 PM EST
Here we go with Q1
#ditchbook
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:16 PM EST
That happens to me a lot! :-)
#ditchbook
In reply to @alicekeeler
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:16 PM EST
.
@MTTeacherCoach
We are talking MATH in
#Ditchbook
right now. You should join us!
In reply to @MTTeacherCoach
alicekeeler
Feb 2 @ 10:16 PM EST
danger of doing concurrent chats.
#ditchbook
#ci149
In reply to @TTmomTT
MsKennedyWerre
Feb 2 @ 10:16 PM EST
A2: Definitely middle school age as they are more aware of their successes and failures.
#ditchbook
polonerd
Feb 2 @ 10:16 PM EST
and now it's time for me to promote my favorite math approach from
@ddmeyer
&
@MathletePearce
- 3 Act Math
#ditchbook
In reply to @alicekeeler, @TTmomTT, @ddmeyer, @MathletePearce
jghfoundation08
Feb 2 @ 10:16 PM EST
A2: I think it starts about 1st & 2nd Grade. The pressure is on from the Ts and your anxiety sets in. Then no learning happens
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:17 PM EST
Q3
#ditchbook
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:17 PM EST
A2: At the risk of offending some MS Ts, it seems like in MS. No longer w 1 T, Ss have to manage increased workload=a factor
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:10 PM EST
Here's Q2
#ditchbook
ErinWest_ITRT
Feb 2 @ 10:17 PM EST
fav part of Geometry in 1st is when the "struggling" kid shined. Wows the whole class when that happens and it always does!
#ditchbook
In reply to @craigklement, @Jyoung1219, @rachelmarker
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:17 PM EST
How do we combat this?
#ditchbook
In reply to @HowardKiyuna
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:17 PM EST
I feel w CCSS, we have ability to teach DEEPer now--in K-5 anyway. You?
#Ditchbook
In reply to @TTmomTT, @kvms_principal
jaballin14
Feb 2 @ 10:17 PM EST
A1: old thoughts were MATH = Mental Abuse To Humans. But I feel differently now.
#ditchbook
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:17 PM EST
Well said!
#ditchbook
homeynlilfella
Feb 2 @ 10:14 PM EST
A2 Anxious teachers = unsettled students and a recipe for frustration
#ditchbook
LemarrTreadwell
Feb 2 @ 10:17 PM EST
#Ditchbook
When are you and I going to connect/ Let's make it happen tonight!
alicekeeler
Feb 2 @ 10:16 PM EST
Hi Lemarr!
In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:17 PM EST
it's hard too when the Ps don't know the math and can't help
#ditchbook
In reply to @HowardKiyuna
Teamripley
Feb 2 @ 10:17 PM EST
Q2. Math Word Problems= anxiety!!!
#ditchbook
mrsalbrightm
Feb 2 @ 10:17 PM EST
A2: gasification - allowing Ss to level up and move on at their own pace
#ditchbook
ErinWest_ITRT
Feb 2 @ 10:17 PM EST
A3 - Continuity across grade levels and making developmentally appropriate pacing in State/District guidelines.
#ditchbook
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:18 PM EST
During HS, I cut some classes to play pool at college next door. Still practicing geometry. 😀
#ditchbook
In reply to @craigklement, @rachelmarker
JmNarrow
Feb 2 @ 10:18 PM EST
A2 Tech cannot be the centerpiece. It must be a tool only. Collaboration is necessary with both T and peers.
#moedchat
#ditchbook
polonerd
Feb 2 @ 10:18 PM EST
No anxiety with that word problem.
#ditchbook
In reply to @Teamripley
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:18 PM EST
search for
#ditchbook
In reply to @marvelousmcc, @rachelmarker, @TTmomTT, @KarlyMoura, @MsHaughs, @alicekeeler
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:18 PM EST
Do you use textbooks (gasp, I know,
@jmattmiller
!) in HS? Do HS Ts supplement w other resources?
#Ditchbook
In reply to @TTmomTT, @alicekeeler, @jmattmiller
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:18 PM EST
Deeper is the intent but they also increased the # of stds. You can't teach deep & wide both.
#ditchbook
In reply to @rachelmarker, @kvms_principal
jaballin14
Feb 2 @ 10:18 PM EST
A2: anxiety begins as soon as we are old enough to understand that we don't know how to do something especially like math.
#ditchbook
polonerd
Feb 2 @ 10:18 PM EST
That's why we need to create screencasts for our Ss & Ps. Open the window to your classroom / lessons
#ditchbook
In reply to @craigklement, @HowardKiyuna
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:18 PM EST
We create our own activities & content. No book for us for 3 years now.
#ditchbook
In reply to @rachelmarker, @alicekeeler, @jmattmiller
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:18 PM EST
Absolutely. Love how geometry reveals Ss who are strong in spatial intelligence
#ditchbook
In reply to @ErinWest_ITRT, @craigklement, @rachelmarker
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:19 PM EST
Use tweetdeck. Add
#Ditchbook
column. You should see Qs...
In reply to @marvelousmcc, @craigklement, @TTmomTT, @KarlyMoura, @MsHaughs, @alicekeeler
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:19 PM EST
which is too bad, because of how useful fractions are in everyday situations
#ditchbook
In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
RemScience
Feb 2 @ 10:19 PM EST
A2: Can happen anytime btwn K&8. Ts moving too fast, abundance of worksheets/HW kills love, creates anxiety.
#DitchBook
jaballin14
Feb 2 @ 10:19 PM EST
A3: Find ways to implement with real relevancy so Ss can see the purpose behind learning the skills.
#ditchbook
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:19 PM EST
HATE this! Your experience does not dictate your child's! But Ss whose parents can't help are at a disadvantage, be it math, ELA
#ditchbook
mrsalbrightm
Feb 2 @ 10:12 PM EST
A2 - elementary when parents tell them they were bad at math
#ditchbook
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:19 PM EST
No, you certainly can't. Hmmm. Challenging.
#Ditchbook
In reply to @TTmomTT, @kvms_principal
kvms_principal
Feb 2 @ 10:19 PM EST
A3 More real world application for kids. Getting beyond the textbook, this is where we are struggling most
#ditchbook
LemarrTreadwell
Feb 2 @ 10:19 PM EST
#Ditchbook
I've been using
@flipgrid
to ease the tension, allow more practice and amplify Ss voice.
https://t.co/WKmYx6Dwtn
In reply to @flipgrid
ELATEACH1
Feb 2 @ 10:19 PM EST
Great statement
#EDU5720
#ditchbook
In reply to @homeynlilfella
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:19 PM EST
Well said, Sean. Increase the communication & partnership
#ditchbook
In reply to @polonerd, @craigklement, @HowardKiyuna
EdTechMason
Feb 2 @ 10:20 PM EST
A3: There was no
#StuVoice
or
#StuChoice
when I was learning math. And how about some differentiation--I learn it differently.
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:17 PM EST
Q3
#ditchbook
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:20 PM EST
School-wide? District-wide? Are all Ts committed like you are to high-qual unit creation?
#Ditchbook
In reply to @TTmomTT, @alicekeeler, @jmattmiller
homeynlilfella
Feb 2 @ 10:20 PM EST
More support for teachers! Often they are given little time to implement new curriculum! Instructional coaches should be the norm
#ditchbook
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:20 PM EST
What caused those thoughts and what caused the change?
#ditchbook
In reply to @jaballin14
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:20 PM EST
Speaking of spatial,
@PlayOsmo
Tangram is amazing for Ss!
#Ditchbook
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @ErinWest_ITRT, @craigklement, @PlayOsmo
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:20 PM EST
Right on!
#ditchbook
In reply to @EdTechMason
marvelousmcc
Feb 2 @ 10:21 PM EST
I'm not sure it's an age. I believe it's when they stop getting to explore, play, create and build. When they are told to be fast.
#ditchbook
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:21 PM EST
School-wide so far.
#ditchbook
In reply to @rachelmarker, @alicekeeler, @jmattmiller
LemarrTreadwell
Feb 2 @ 10:21 PM EST
#Ditchbook
Craig. I'm making more headway when Ss learn the connections. When you learn fractions you also are learning to code!
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:19 PM EST
which is too bad, because of how useful fractions are in everyday situations
#ditchbook
In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
emosier3
Feb 2 @ 10:21 PM EST
A3: More support for parents! I think their attitude towards "new: math hinders Ss mindset from beginning.
#ditchbook
ErinWest_ITRT
Feb 2 @ 10:21 PM EST
Yes! Coaches are here to build Ts...we're not fixers or supervisors! Everyone needs a coach!
#ditchbook
homeynlilfella
Feb 2 @ 10:20 PM EST
More support for teachers! Often they are given little time to implement new curriculum! Instructional coaches should be the norm
#ditchbook
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:21 PM EST
That's true. Word problems do have crippling effect for many. As Ts, we need to support Ss w true Rdng comprehension
#ditchbook
In reply to @Teamripley
jghfoundation08
Feb 2 @ 10:21 PM EST
@TTmomTT
That is where the whole learning breakdowns. Pressure on the Ts & they rushed the content.
#ditchbook
I hated math/
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:13 PM EST
And the pressure on Ts to cover large quantities of content prevents us from teaching real and fun math.
#ditchbook
In reply to @kvms_principal
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:21 PM EST
Love it! All about making connections
#ditchbook
In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:22 PM EST
And then to provide opportunities for Ss to work w word problems (open-ended problem stems) w no definite A.
#ditchbook
In reply to @Teamripley
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:22 PM EST
placing the emphasis on math practice 3-constructing viable arguments & critiquing the reasoning of others
#ditchbook
In reply to @Teamripley
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:23 PM EST
Last question...or is it?...
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:23 PM EST
This! Make math meaningful again
#ditchbook
marvelousmcc
Feb 2 @ 10:21 PM EST
I'm not sure it's an age. I believe it's when they stop getting to explore, play, create and build. When they are told to be fast.
#ditchbook
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:23 PM EST
A3 Pt a) Quality of instruction determined by expertise of math teacher. ALL Ts need high-qual training/PD.
#Ditchbook
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:23 PM EST
Wish you could attend
#EdCampSV
. We have a couple for our raffle
#ditchbook
In reply to @rachelmarker, @ErinWest_ITRT, @craigklement, @PlayOsmo
jghfoundation08
Feb 2 @ 10:23 PM EST
A3: As many have said, pacing is VERY important. Scaffold the learning, Break up in small groups, real-life math, fun lessons
#ditchbook
ELATEACH1
Feb 2 @ 10:23 PM EST
Technology, engaging lessons.
#EDU5720
#ditchbook
In reply to @craigklement
MsKennedyWerre
Feb 2 @ 10:23 PM EST
A3: teaching students that it's okay to make mistakes, create that environment of safe-haven, also making real-life connections.
#ditchbook
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:23 PM EST
A3 Pt b) Ts also need to understand standards deeply and have time to create meaningful units. Real-world application.
#Ditchbook
HowardKiyuna
Feb 2 @ 10:24 PM EST
Watched student w/math disab & anxiety reread # w/9 digits till he got it right in a Star Wars bk. Won't try 1 prob in math class
#ditchbook
mrsalbrightm
Feb 2 @ 10:24 PM EST
A4: manipulatives, PBL, shoot
#ditchbook
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:24 PM EST
Tweetdeck will change your Twitter exp
#Ditchbook
In reply to @rachelmarker, @marvelousmcc, @craigklement, @TTmomTT, @KarlyMoura, @MsHaughs, @alicekeeler
cheryldodson215
Feb 2 @ 10:24 PM EST
A2 In Texas I think it starts in 3rd when their are required to test ...and then when you put variables in their problems 😳😳
#ditchbook
ErinWest_ITRT
Feb 2 @ 10:24 PM EST
A4 - Real life - when talking mean, median mode - use football stats, etc. Remembering that Ss are kids and want to have fun.
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:24 PM EST
exactly! Math is too much sit and get sometimes
#ditchbook
In reply to @ELATEACH1
homeynlilfella
Feb 2 @ 10:24 PM EST
I love number talks
https://t.co/rF1YIDLFo2
#ditchbook
jaballin14
Feb 2 @ 10:24 PM EST
A4: take the lesson to relevant places for students. Find ways for them to engage in the 4 Cs as they solidify the skills.
#ditchbook
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:24 PM EST
Well I'm happy for the winners! Bought for my girls. Sharing w their Ts.
#Ditchbook
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @ErinWest_ITRT, @craigklement, @PlayOsmo
Teamripley
Feb 2 @ 10:24 PM EST
lots and lots of real world math problems where Ss share out their thinking
#ditchbook
In reply to @Jyoung1219
alicekeeler
Feb 2 @ 10:25 PM EST
Number talks... taking your class past teaching like it's 1900. Yes!
#ditchbook
EdTechMason
Feb 2 @ 10:25 PM EST
A4: I now get to help math teachers personalize learning and engage students through
#edtech
integration!
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:23 PM EST
Last question...or is it?...
#ditchbook
homeynlilfella
Feb 2 @ 10:25 PM EST
A4 - I love number talks:
https://t.co/rF1YIDLFo2
#ditchbook
emosier3
Feb 2 @ 10:25 PM EST
A4: At my middle school, it'd be MORE on the Chromebooks or movement and less on T-centered SMART Board.
#ditchbook
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:25 PM EST
Yes! Make math real, relevant. Give real world scenarios
#ditchbook
In reply to @ErinWest_ITRT
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:25 PM EST
heard the analogy of many Ts teach math like "watch me ride this bike, then you try." Doesn't work
#ditchbook
In reply to @alicekeeler
RemScience
Feb 2 @ 10:25 PM EST
A3: More interactive lessons. Have Ss teach what learning. Get up, move. I'm planning my Pi&Pie Day already.
#DitchBook
burgessdave
Feb 2 @ 10:25 PM EST
Commitment is good. Connections are better. New post from
#DitchBook
author,
@jmattmiller
https://t.co/R76IMuQiKO
#tlap
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:26 PM EST
Most word problems are contrived & Ss can't get a handle on what they're asking.
#ditchbook
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @Teamripley
jghfoundation08
Feb 2 @ 10:26 PM EST
A3(cont.) I promised myself to be a better teacher of math and I allowed my Ss to feel comfortable to say, :I don't get it"
#ditchbook
ErinWest_ITRT
Feb 2 @ 10:26 PM EST
A4 part 2 - math should feel more PBL- learn how to deal with fractions b/c I'm trying to make a cake...not b/c of pacing guide
#ditchbook
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:26 PM EST
#ditchbook
https://t.co/NTfUzj8HGn
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @rachelmarker, @marvelousmcc, @craigklement, @TTmomTT, @MsHaughs, @alicekeeler
TosaChat
Mar 18 @ 11:51 PM EDT
#TOSAChat
Tweetdeck Cheat Sheet!
#CUE16
@cogswell_ben
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
@KarlyMoura
https://t.co/eapeDn2B4t
polonerd
Feb 2 @ 10:26 PM EST
Giving Ss real probs. We had 480 Ss test for admit to our school. Acceptance: Probability (include demographics)? Percentage?
#ditchbook
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:26 PM EST
Absolutely. Helps w critical thinking, synthesizing thoughts, communication of thinking, ...
#ditchbook
In reply to @Teamripley
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:26 PM EST
https://t.co/8Vp6NwNqQR
#ditchbook
In reply to @marvelousmcc, @Jyoung1219, @rachelmarker, @craigklement, @TTmomTT, @MsHaughs, @alicekeeler
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:26 PM EST
A4 Number Talks, Prob of Month (
https://t.co/ViWkWnqB8v
), Open Middle,
https://t.co/r2Cv0k6IoE
#Ditchbook
LemarrTreadwell
Feb 2 @ 10:26 PM EST
A4.
#Ditchbook
My Ss love studying the great mathematicians from Greek and Rome! Archimedes! Eureka!
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:23 PM EST
Last question...or is it?...
#ditchbook
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:26 PM EST
Check
@TweetDeck
It's an app/extension
#ditchbook
In reply to @marvelousmcc, @rachelmarker, @craigklement, @TTmomTT, @KarlyMoura, @MsHaughs, @alicekeeler, @TweetDeck
KamiSchools
Feb 2 @ 10:27 PM EST
A4 Self-efficacy! Use awesome tools like this 2 increase S belief that they can be good at math + they are not born bad at math!
#ditchbook
HowardKiyuna
Feb 2 @ 10:24 PM EST
Watched student w/math disab & anxiety reread # w/9 digits till he got it right in a Star Wars bk. Won't try 1 prob in math class
#ditchbook
marvelousmcc
Feb 2 @ 10:27 PM EST
Let's start with encouraging every teacher we know to stay on Twitter and share everything.
#ditchbook
alicekeeler
Feb 2 @ 10:24 PM EST
so much...
In reply to @craigklement
emosier3
Feb 2 @ 10:27 PM EST
You mean the "page 185 numbers 1-41 odds" isn't a good enough assignment?!
@alicekeeler
@TTmomTT
#ditchbook
In reply to @alicekeeler, @TTmomTT
polonerd
Feb 2 @ 10:26 PM EST
Giving Ss real probs. We had 480 Ss test for admit to our school. Acceptance: Probability (include demographics)? Percentage?
#ditchbook
RemScience
Feb 2 @ 10:27 PM EST
Agreed generally, but my 4th grader has always LOVED math, but this yr has more anxiety and frustration. :(
#DitchBook
In reply to @Jyoung1219
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:27 PM EST
Love me some 3-act math!
#ditchbook
In reply to @MathletePearce, @polonerd, @alicekeeler, @ddmeyer
homeynlilfella
Feb 2 @ 10:27 PM EST
A4- My alma mater does 4 community math nights - businesses help create grade level activities for K-5-from counting to percents!
#ditchbook
ErinWest_ITRT
Feb 2 @ 10:27 PM EST
I'm doing a speed date PD on Twitter tomorrow for that reason!
#ditchbook
In reply to @marvelousmcc
HowardKiyuna
Feb 2 @ 10:27 PM EST
A4: I use MIT Scratch project when introducing Coordinate Plane. The x y is the curser.
#ditchbook
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:27 PM EST
True, but we need to equip/empower our Ss to examine problems.
#ditchbook
In reply to @TTmomTT, @Teamripley
AndreaDerrick19
Feb 2 @ 10:28 PM EST
A3-Environments that encourage risk taking & failing forward! Math isn't about the end result, it"s the process & the thinking
#ditchbook
ELATEACH1
Feb 2 @ 10:28 PM EST
Engaging lessons and games .Technology is a struggle at our school#EDU5720
#ditchbook
In reply to @craigklement
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:28 PM EST
got to get Ss interacting with the math and not Ts
#ditchbook
Who is doing the work?
In reply to @kvms_principal, @alicekeeler
jghfoundation08
Feb 2 @ 10:28 PM EST
A4: I created a banking simulation where the students had to do various math calcuations to manage their life. They loved it.
#ditchbook
alicekeeler
Feb 2 @ 10:28 PM EST
Another way to NOT teach like it's 1900! 3 Act Math!
#ditchbook
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:27 PM EST
Love me some 3-act math!
#ditchbook
In reply to @MathletePearce, @polonerd, @alicekeeler, @ddmeyer
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:28 PM EST
A4 b) And all math Ts should read
#MathematicalMindsets
by
@joboaler
. Game changer.
#Ditchbook
In reply to @joboaler
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:28 PM EST
Big distinction about scaffolding is-it's not for "just in case," but rather "just in time."
#Ditchbook
In reply to @TTmomTT, @Teamripley
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:28 PM EST
hands on activities work well too
#ditchbook
In reply to @ELATEACH1
alicekeeler
Feb 2 @ 10:28 PM EST
I did this. Amount of thought I put into crafting tasks for the students in front of my face = ZERO
#ditchbook
emosier3
Feb 2 @ 10:27 PM EST
You mean the "page 185 numbers 1-41 odds" isn't a good enough assignment?!
@alicekeeler
@TTmomTT
#ditchbook
In reply to @alicekeeler, @TTmomTT
polonerd
Feb 2 @ 10:26 PM EST
Giving Ss real probs. We had 480 Ss test for admit to our school. Acceptance: Probability (include demographics)? Percentage?
#ditchbook
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:28 PM EST
Get your padlet ideas ready! We're about to share and collect!
#Ditchbook
In reply to @marvelousmcc
Jyoung1219
Feb 2 @ 10:29 PM EST
Let Ss work through their disequilibrium. Provide scaffolding & support just in time.
#ditchbook
In reply to @TTmomTT, @Teamripley
ErinWest_ITRT
Feb 2 @ 10:29 PM EST
it's sitting on my nightstand...trying to finish a couple more (innovator mindset) before jumping in. I've heard great things
#ditchbook
In reply to @rachelmarker, @joboaler
polonerd
Feb 2 @ 10:29 PM EST
Or watch me juggle these chainsaws, then it's your turn.
#ditchbook
In reply to @craigklement, @alicekeeler
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:29 PM EST
I wish there were a sad face instead of a 'heart' to click.
#Ditchbook
In reply to @RemScience, @Jyoung1219
rachelmarker
Feb 2 @ 10:29 PM EST
Amazing! Yay. 👍🏼
#Ditchbook
In reply to @ErinWest_ITRT, @joboaler
RemScience
Feb 2 @ 10:29 PM EST
We did a marketing project. Later they'll do investments.
#DitchBook
In reply to @jghfoundation08
emosier3
Feb 2 @ 10:29 PM EST
I think most (if not all) math Ts have done this in their career. It's our
#ditchbook
mindset that will change that perception.
In reply to @alicekeeler
blpnunavut
Feb 2 @ 10:29 PM EST
thank you!
#ditchbook
In reply to @KarlyMoura
craigklement
- Moderator
Feb 2 @ 10:30 PM EST
Thanks for chatting! Stick around for BONUS ?'s if you can
#ditchbook