The goal of #wvedchat is to provide educators an opportunity to connect, share, and learn from others by engaging in conversations around issues and topics in education.
Hey #wvedchat Introduce yourself if you're here tonight. I'm back in the saddle. It's been a while. I took a year's sabatical to serve the student athletes and coaches at Hedgesville High. I'm back with a new appreciation for edchatters with little kids! I've got 2 under 14 mos!
#wvedchat 1 thought for free b4 we start: I aim to put to rest the myth that won't exist n those represented by the chat, but no doubt it holds true to some outside of the chat: the tech we are seeing pushed into schools will in no way replace the teacher nor is it meant to.
So true. This is so important. They need skills and strategies to survive outside the school walls and contribute to society when they graduate. #wvedchat
#wvedchat A1 challenges many of the traditional notions of teacher and student, embraces the idea that technology has outsourced the master of content, cultivates a new set of skills over memorization and recall of content.
Yes, recall is not the goal - cultivating skills and motivation is so important. Technology helps channel that through project-based learning. #wvedchat
#wvedchat A1 challenges many of the traditional notions of teacher and student, embraces the idea that technology has outsourced the master of content, cultivates a new set of skills over memorization and recall of content.
A2: Jobs of today and the future rely on people to think outside of the box and come up with unique solutions without a set plan, memorization, or equation. #wvedchat
A2: we are able to have the students show us how they learned a skill in their own way; they may all show us 2+2=4 but they explain it differently thanks to the technology or differentiation #wvedchat
A2: we are able to have the students show us how they learned a skill in their own way; they may all show us 2+2=4 but they explain it differently thanks to the technology or differentiation #wvedchat
A2: Many parts of the work force have become automated. We don’t need more robotic thinkers but instead we need those who can think critically, independently, and be proactive in their problem solving. #wvedchat
#wvedchat A2 The very act of learning is no longer something teachers can "feed" to someone. It's not "fill me with as much knowledge as you possibly can in 180 days", rather it is "can you teach me how to find and apply the knowledge I need when I need it?" #netflixgeneration
PS: I'm a little slow. Started the High Sierra update on my macbook before leaving work, forgot to finish it before tonight's chat, so instead of driving a corvette I'm driving a taurus. #wvedchat
#wvedchat A2 The very act of learning is no longer something teachers can "feed" to someone. It's not "fill me with as much knowledge as you possibly can in 180 days", rather it is "can you teach me how to find and apply the knowledge I need when I need it?" #netflixgeneration
A3: I love choice time menus; having them create something that is about a topic we are studying for the week is great; recording their weekly reading story and listening to it is rewarding #wvedchat
A3: Ss engage in hands on learning with technology to enhance the learning.
Example: Ss make a model of something, then use tech like @Seesaw or @Schoology to share knowledge.
Put QR codes on model that goes to child’s video or audio explanation #wvedchat
PS: I'm a little slow. Started the High Sierra update on my macbook before leaving work, forgot to finish it before tonight's chat, so instead of driving a corvette I'm driving a taurus. #wvedchat
A3: Ss engage in hands on learning with technology to enhance the learning.
Example: Ss make a model of something, then use tech like @Seesaw or @Schoology to share knowledge.
Put QR codes on model that goes to child’s video or audio explanation #wvedchat
I love Goformative, it's powerful. Wish you could assign lessons or assessments via a link. So many Ts get turned off having to add them to the class, etc. I know it's not a big deal, but that's the feedback I get. Too many management systems for some. #wvedchat
I love Goformative, it's powerful. Wish you could assign lessons or assessments via a link. So many Ts get turned off having to add them to the class, etc. I know it's not a big deal, but that's the feedback I get. Too many management systems for some. #wvedchat
I think that it’s important to remind young teachers that it can take time to build those relationship you see veteran teachers have. Once you know your content and feel comfortable it’s easier to build those meaningful relationships all teachers seek #wvedchat
This is true. I think beginning teachers can build those relationships through activities learning about Ss. Relationships are important regardless of how many years you teach. Kids need to see the human that is teaching them. #wvedchat
I think that it’s important to remind young teachers that it can take time to build those relationship you see veteran teachers have. Once you know your content and feel comfortable it’s easier to build those meaningful relationships all teachers seek #wvedchat
It's a fine line. #wvedchat Because if new teachers or even veteran teachers don't invest in relationships in August, they'll be begging for snow days in January. Many, new or vet, don't know how. Going over the rules in the first week does nothing to develop relationships.
A5: The T becomes a facilitator of learning and gets to circulate and check for understanding and have real discussions with Ss to gauge learning. The T is more necessary in a technology laden classroom. They are the guide and observer. #shiftthis#wvedchat
#wvedchat A5 I really find that teachers can't experience this vicariously, they need to see it and feel it. Hard to do in public ed. Many teachers go years w/o seeing a great Ts class.
A5 personal application to individual Ss. No more 1 size fits all. Content can be delivered in multiple ways and reach many Ss who may not have a voice in the classroom. I love @nearpod and @Schoology for providing discussion options and instant feedback! #wvedchat
#wvedchat A5... My catalyst was the moment I realized how inhuman I was (I also read Sal Khan's book The One World School House), standing in front of the class calling out answers to HW, watching my Ss write down notes, and punching in grades in a digital gradebook. #NOThuman
I would disagree a bit. I think it’s easy in public education: If Ts have the Ss learning with project-based learning and understanding a #growthmindset, Ss are more apt to flourish and learn. #wvedchat
#wvedchat A5 I really find that teachers can't experience this vicariously, they need to see it and feel it. Hard to do in public ed. Many teachers go years w/o seeing a great Ts class.
A5: I get really frustrated when I hear stakeholders say that teachers don’t teach, we just let them “play games” on their iPads. I feel like my workload has increased while making sure my students are having authentic learning experiences. #wvedchat
My response is likely because I haven't seen it... Teachers get there somehow. My journey has always been my journey, not necessarily the same as others. #wvedchat I hope to see it in my current position.
A5: I get really frustrated when I hear stakeholders say that teachers don’t teach, we just let them “play games” on their iPads. I feel like my workload has increased while making sure my students are having authentic learning experiences. #wvedchat
and I guess I've shared my journey with many, I just don't know if me sharing it results in movement. One principal once told me "You're on a different planet." He meant it as a compliment. #wvedchat
Only 5 Qs tonight guys. Get yourself some rest! Thanks for coming! #wvedchat Great insight and I appreciate the conversation. I've missed it. I need the challenges, the affirmations, and the connections.
