#UrbanEdChat Archive
#UrbanEd chat is a twitter chat for educators. Topics relevant to the subject of urban education will be discussed, but all educators are encouraged to join the conversation. The chats will be moderated by Ben and Neil, founders of Engaging Educators and elementary school teachers in Detroit, MI.
Thursday January 14, 2016
8:00 PM EST
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Welcome to tonight. Let's start with introductions. Tell us about You, Who, where, and what you teach!
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Christian! ATL! Instr. Tech Coach.
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Rita from Wisconsin, librarian, consultant, writer
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Michelle Houston, TX, 5th grade math.
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Don't forget to use the hashtag on your tweets tonight.
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K-8 principal in DE! Here to help! Learn! Read! Stretch! Grow! Urban...suburban or rural...we are all educators and love kids!
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We use the
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format for questions and answers on
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Jessica, public Montessori instructional coach from TX
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Jason Cross from Park City, Utah. Can't wait to learn!
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Ms. Gibbs, K-5 Math instructional coach from Detroit, happy to join the conversation!
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Thanks Rita and Christian for joining tonight!
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A1 Truly like children and believe in the great and inherent potential of each youngster
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a1: Being willing to listen, stand firm, be fair, and most important not afraid to &will build relationships w all stakeholders
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A1 Resilient and Teflon-coated, we don't take things too personally.
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A1: They never give up despite the obstacles.
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A1 Successful urban educators are truly interested in the communities they serve
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In fact, they often relish the challenge!
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Successful educators...urban and beyond...believe in kids until they believe in themselves! Love them without exception!
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Me too. One of beliefs is that life at its best is a series of challenges.
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A1: Resilience, empathy, creative problem solving...typical characteristics that our Ss from poverty have
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A1: Likes & believes in our children; a clear, motivating WHY they do this work; Authenticity & ability to build relationships
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Wasn’t going to miss this. I work in urban ed in ATL! Need to connect and learn from others on this topic
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Patient, kind, understands the art of teaching and has hope the the future of their students.
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YES! Liking children is HUGE! If only more of us enjoyed our children as the little miracles they are!
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A2 Here is my Motivation Toolkit. MUST watch video.
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A2: Motivation happens with trust and relationship...creating a growth mindset that allows Ss to see possibilities
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A1) I think being an inspirational person is important. Inspired kids do more.
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Want to connect with other educators who are serving like you? Giving back? Caring and sharing? Join now!!
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Establish good relationships with their students Once relationships are there and respect is built, learning can begin
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A2: I think motivation happens when Ts make connections with Ss
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A2: Culturally responsive pedagogy, kids seeing themselves in the learning. Making material meaningful/relevant to their lives
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Motivating urban students is probably one of the biggest issues in education! If anyone has any good ideas, please share!
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A3 my all-time favorite resource is Cooperative Discipline by Linda Albert. It's about being PROACTIVE https://t.co/l5BbbadvLL
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A2: Find activities arhat are students led and connect to real-world experiences that are culturally relevant when applicable
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A2: I motivate my Ss by being a constant in their lives. Using relevant examples to teach with is also a plus
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a3: responsibility! Often times they need to feel valued! Also used classdojo! Award far more points than take away
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Resilience! Growth Mindset! Persistence! Excellent teachers! All important! All discussed tonight!
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Agreed! As well as understanding we are teachers of children, not just teachers of content!!
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A3: Authentic engagement...activities that are relevant to Ss now...having the support of Ps
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A2: Find activities that are student led and connect to real-world experiences that are culturally relevant when applicable
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A3) Taking the time to genuinely listen.
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Building resilient kids is not about teaching them to be successful! It's teaching kids how to respond when not successful!
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Yes! And to genuinely share our lives with them. Sts need to know we're human.
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A2: Exposure: partnering w/ families & community members from all walks of life who can inspire. Seeing "mirrors" & "windows"
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A4 MOST important is that parents are supportive of schools and Ts not that they come to all activities.
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A4: Invite them into the building whenever possible and make them a part of decision-making. They are a vital stakeholder!
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A4: Want Ps to feel as if they are a partner, regardless of their avail time or educ level...make sure they know they matter
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A4: I define it as being accessible. Having the correct phone number!
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a4: “We put time into things we value.” Effective parental involvements means clear communication and a culture of valuing edu
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Seems small but it is HUGE and so often an issue. Good point.
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A3: Restorative Practices/Circles. When kids feel valued & accountable to the community, they work to keep the community strong
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Parental engagement! Wow! I am being challenged tonight! This is a game changer! I have to find a way to light a fire!
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A4: I think Ts have to realize that urban parents are different from suburban parents.
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A4) Inspiration again. Parents sometimes are not inspired themselves. To get them involved, they need to get excited to.
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Article about what a superintendent did to get parents involved and increase student achievement https://t.co/a8vGNyxYEE
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I'm Ed Advocate with family in urban ed-It seems they espec need family/community engagement even though this is needed by all.
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