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DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Welcome to #G2Great. On behalf of my amazing co moderators Jenn & Amy we're thrilled to have Patty here tonight! @hayhurst3 @brennanamy

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

We are excited that you're back too Jeremiah! #G2Great

In reply to @jerhende

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

So happy you’e joining us Lindsey. #G2Great

drlindseymoses Jun 8 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Hi- I am Lindsey Moses- author and associate professor. Excited for #G2Great!

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Hi #g2great-Carol ELA Consultant from Long Island still remembering this wk's #NYEDChat & gr8 conversation w @DrMaryHoward.

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Hi friends! So excited to be here tonight! #g2great

drlindseymoses Jun 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Thanks! Excited for #G2Great and I love the work of @pattyvreilly

In reply to @hayhurst3, @pattyvreilly

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Yes! @DrMaryHoward speaks the #truth! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Welcome to #G2Great. On behalf of my amazing co moderators Jenn & Amy we're thrilled to have Patty here tonight! @hayhurst3 @brennanamy

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Hi friend! #G2Great

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

I'm with you, Fran!
In reply to @franmcveigh, @DrMaryHoward, @hayhurst3

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

click click #G2Great

In reply to @franmcveigh, @pattyvreilly

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Incredible chat and loved your reflection Carol! Welcome friend! #G2Great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Hi #g2great-Carol ELA Consultant from Long Island still remembering this wk's #NYEDChat & gr8 conversation w @DrMaryHoward.

AdamBrownEDU Jun 8 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Hi ~ Adam from Virginia. Principal #G2Great

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Fran from SE Iowa joining the #G2Great chat as an independent literacy consultant. My tweets are truly my own. #G2Great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Lead the way Patty. Learning alongside you at #G2Great

In reply to @pattyvreilly

TeachWriteEDU Jun 8 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Hey everyone! Excited to learn with you tonight. Jennifer, ed consultant & writer from WI checking in. #G2Great

ShelfieTalk Jun 8 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Hi #G2Great from Kim and Jill in Fredericton, NB. Very excited about tonight's chat with @pattyvreilly!

TanELLclassroom Jun 8 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Find a role for #ELLs home languages: https://t.co/5u1d5mOHg3 #educhat #chatesl #eslchat #Ellchat_BkClub #ellchat #eschat #hschat #G2Great

donohoe_kitty Jun 8 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Hi Friends @DrMaryHoward @hayhurst3 @cindy_volpa @franmcveigh Sorry, have to miss the chat. Last day of school tomorrow. ❤️ #G2Great

Mrs_Koppers Jun 8 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Kristen from Joliet West HS - English teacher #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Words of Wisdom from @pattyvreilly so very true. @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

soulsdna Jun 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

#g2great I scheduled my first tweet tonight so if a non sequitur comes out of nowhere becuz I messed up, please understand

In reply to @DrMaryHoward, @hayhurst3, @brennanamy

a_bealer Jun 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Joining #g2great from Texas! Ariel, I'm a first grade teacher

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Excited to see who wins Patty’s book. Good luck to all and thank you @HeinemannPub #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Thank you @HeinemannPub we so appreciate this! @pattyvreilly @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy Can't wait to share with our PLN

ktkelly14 Jun 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Hi all! Katie, education professor from SC. Jumping back and forth from #ILAChat to join #G2Great!

Jen_Driggers Jun 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Hi #g2great! Jen 1st grade teacher NY

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

This book has me totally fascinated! So many ways to think of engagement! @pattyvreilly @HeinemannPub #G2Great

In reply to @LRobbTeacher, @DrMaryHoward, @hayhurst3, @pattyvreilly, @HeinemannPub

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

I’ll send you the storify Kitty. We’ll hold down the #G2Great fort while you’re busy preparing ❤️

donohoe_kitty Jun 8 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Hi Friends @DrMaryHoward @hayhurst3 @cindy_volpa @franmcveigh Sorry, have to miss the chat. Last day of school tomorrow. ❤️ #G2Great

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Hi #G2Great friends. I'm a literacy coach in NYC excited to learn from Patty tonight! @DrMaryHoward @hayhurst3 @brennanamy

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

#g2great Hi, all! Mindi from the Chicago suburbs. Just finished my first year in 3rd grade today! 23rd year as a teacher. #teachertired

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Exiting to have @pattyvreilly here tonight! We're lucky to learn with her.#G2Great

In reply to @hayhurst3, @pattyvreilly, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward, @pattyvreilly

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Great to see you here Paula! #G2Great

pmccarthy722 Jun 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

# G2great I always look forward to this chat. And, @DrMaryHoward is wonderful!!

TeachWriteEDU Jun 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Hey Carol! Happy #positivethinkingthursday! Good to see you #G2great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Hi #g2great-Carol ELA Consultant from Long Island still remembering this wk's #NYEDChat & gr8 conversation w @DrMaryHoward.

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

For all connected edus: https://t.co/xjATmC7qwv #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

So great to have you with us @pranikoff can't wait to learn from your perspective. #G2Great

In reply to @pranikoff, @DrMaryHoward, @brennanamy, @pranikoff

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Thanks, Fran. So excited to chat with you! #G2great

In reply to @franmcveigh, @LRobbTeacher, @DrMaryHoward, @hayhurst3, @HeinemannPub

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Thank you, Mary. #bettertogether #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT

#G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Yes I love that there’s varied perspective depending on the child and experience. No recipes for engaged learning! #G2Great

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

This book has me totally fascinated! So many ways to think of engagement! @pattyvreilly @HeinemannPub #G2Great
In reply to @LRobbTeacher, @DrMaryHoward, @hayhurst3, @pattyvreilly, @HeinemannPub

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Johnny from Cincinnati here. Enjoying summer break but just as exciting is this PLN #G2Great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Hi All! Jeremiah here from New Mexico, third grade teacher, soon to be in Seattle!!! :-0 #g2great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Awesome, congrats!! #G2great

In reply to @mindi_r

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@ValCarleo So glad to have you with us tonight Valentina! Right @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

mollienye72 Jun 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Hello PLN! Mollie from Ohio. #G2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q1 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

soulsdna Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

#G2Great When Captain VT asks Maria 2 stay she begins thinking up new lessons 4 the kids; teacher engagement is key https://t.co/TybEpPiLTb

AssignmentHelpN Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

8 Easy Ways to Use Growth Mindset Approach in Classroom https://t.co/9BOim8ka4a #EduReal #langchat #G2Great

trevorabryan Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Hi everyone. Trevor, art teacher from NJ. Great Arts education foster engagement, plus, the arts are academic... #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

So glad to know that @johnnydowney @cvarsalona @franmcveigh @pranikoff @ValCarleo @TeachWriteEDU are w/#G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Not even sure what I used to do on Thursdays Johnny but this is SO much better 😊 #G2Great

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Johnny from Cincinnati here. Enjoying summer break but just as exciting is this PLN #G2Great

leannammorton Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Hello, Leanna, 1st grade teacher in Wyoming. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

#G2Great Q1

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q1 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

#g2great The best thing I can do to foster engagement is to give kids LOTS of choice. They need to have agency in order to be engaged.

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Hey Mollie! #G2Great did you see the questions?

In reply to @mollienye72

jerhende Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A1: Valuing all student voices in my classroom. Ss need to know their voice is heard and that it matters, even if they are wrong! #G2Great

ssvincent Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Susan from Cincinnati, watching from the sidelines tonight (headache!), but ❤️this topic! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1 Engagement is integrated into all aspects of learning throughout the day. #G2Great

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Great to be here with you, Mary and the #G2Great gang.

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Couldn't think of ANYTHING better! Not even wine 🍷! #g2great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

TeachWriteEDU Jun 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Congratulations Mindi!! Welcome to summer--a well deserved break for you. #G2Great

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

#g2great Hi, all! Mindi from the Chicago suburbs. Just finished my first year in 3rd grade today! 23rd year as a teacher. #teachertired

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1: Capitalize on the choices & interests of Ss to "cultivate" engagement NOT teach (force) like old carrot / stick routines! #g2great

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT

I’m having wine while I chat. I figure I’ve earned it! :-) #g2great

In reply to @johnnydowney, @DrMaryHoward

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT

I love this - so true!! #G2Great

In reply to @jerhende

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Hi Jeremiah. That’s so exciting - can’t wait to hear more! #G2Great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Hi All! Jeremiah here from New Mexico, third grade teacher, soon to be in Seattle!!! :-0 #g2great

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Cultivated -- a beautiful word. It's full of purpose & care for a classroom for all students to thrive. @pattyvreilly @HeinemannPub #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Words of Wisdom from @pattyvreilly so very true. @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT

What a great answer! Yes we have to value their voices and their narratives. #G2Great

In reply to @jerhende

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1 Engagement is created by responding to the individual needs and interests of your students. Celebrating their uniqueness. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1 We can’t just EXPECT engaged kids. We must expend time & energy to bring engagement to life in the trenches. #G2Great

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1 Get to know Ss as soon as possible and as much about them as you can. Know their lives outside school. You care--They care. #g2great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1 Cultivating engagement is igniting the spark & making sure it continues to burn brightly. #positivity makes the flame continue. #G2Great

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

#g2great Thanks. It was an amazing year. I learned SO MUCH! One of my best out of 23.

In reply to @TeachWriteEDU

VanessaW2007 Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

#g2great A1 I think that engagement can't be forced, it's something that naturally happens when the stage is set by teachers

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1: I consider the three dimensions of engagement: behavioral, cognitive, emotional. Focus on 1 and cultivate that. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Hi Laura! So happy your here with us. You are so brilliant. #G2Great

In reply to @LRobbTeacher, @DrMaryHoward

ktkelly14 Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1 engagement occurs when Ss are interested and care about the work they are doing. We teach kids, not a curriculum! #G2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q1 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Great to see you Trevor! #G2Great

trevorabryan Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Hi everyone. Trevor, art teacher from NJ. Great Arts education foster engagement, plus, the arts are academic... #G2Great

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1 provide relevant examples to increase gateways to participation. Project/real world based learning and problems #g2great

AdamBrownEDU Jun 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1. Allowing Ss to help establish classroom rules at the beginning of the year #G2Great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT

So true - it is ALL about relationships! #G2Great

In reply to @vrkimmel

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Hi Leanna. Welcome from beautiful Wyoming! #G2Great

leannammorton Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Hello, Leanna, 1st grade teacher in Wyoming. #G2Great

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1: "Cultivated" - love using "Mrs. Spitzer's Garden" as an example of a teacher/gardener who cultivates with great care! #G2Great

ShelfieTalk Jun 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1 Providing choice allows students to engage in work that is meaningful to them. #G2great

kaitlyncoirazza Jun 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1. I'm a Reading Specialist, but I ask students what they want to read! And turn and talks, so many turn and talks. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Hi Susan! #G2Great

ssvincent Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Susan from Cincinnati, watching from the sidelines tonight (headache!), but ❤️this topic! #G2Great

TeachWriteEDU Jun 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Good to see you all too! I've been away from #g2great for a few weeks wrapping up the school year.

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

So glad to know that @johnnydowney @cvarsalona @franmcveigh @pranikoff @ValCarleo @TeachWriteEDU are w/#G2Great

soulsdna Jun 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT

#g2great A1 Have sts do tedx talks u'd be surprised how young they can start here's a 4th grader https://t.co/NAXBY5oPi7

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Thanks for the RT on my post, Mary. I want edus around the world to note the importance of connecting w each other. #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Thanks @hayhurst3 So happy to be here with everyone! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:33 PM EDT

So great to have you with us @pranikoff can't wait to learn from your perspective. #G2Great
In reply to @pranikoff, @DrMaryHoward, @brennanamy, @pranikoff

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Absolutely!! #G2Great

In reply to @ktkelly14

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A1 CULTIVATE = PLANT + SOW. We must PLANT & SOW our learning environment if we want engagement! #G2Great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT

All connected and I'm ready to learn. #G2Great

In reply to @hayhurst3, @johnnydowney, @franmcveigh, @pranikoff, @ValCarleo, @TeachWriteEDU

TeachWriteEDU Jun 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Choice is KEY!! #G2Great

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

#g2great The best thing I can do to foster engagement is to give kids LOTS of choice. They need to have agency in order to be engaged.

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Such an important message Jeremiah. Our choices can lift those little hearts up to great heights - & it's the ONLY choice we have #G2Great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A1: Valuing all student voices in my classroom. Ss need to know their voice is heard and that it matters, even if they are wrong! #G2Great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A1: I also chunk instruction into age-appropriate minutes (8 yrs old = 7-9 minutes of direct instruction at a time) #g2great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Agency is key for cultivating engagement! #G2Great

In reply to @AdamBrownEDU

woodard_julie Jun 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A1 sir Ken Robinson says this about cultivating learning "create the best conditions..." #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Yes Jenn - engaged learning has to travel across the day with all we do #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1 Engagement is integrated into all aspects of learning throughout the day. #G2Great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT

What a perfect image! #G2Great

In reply to @franmcveigh

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Voice is a powerful agent of change, Jeremiah. Glad that you value your #StuVoice. #G2Great

In reply to @jerhende

trevorabryan Jun 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1. 1 thing I do in my art room 2cultivate a culture of engagement is 2offer choice & help Ss 2use their interests 2drive learning #G2Great

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT

So talking to my farmer's daughter heart here, Sis! <3 @DrMaryHoward #G2Great @pattyvreilly @HeinemannPub

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A1 CULTIVATE = PLANT + SOW. We must PLANT & SOW our learning environment if we want engagement! #G2Great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Great seeing you here at #G2Great Laura.

In reply to @LRobbTeacher, @DrMaryHoward

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Because even when it appears we’ve got it…. it’s a facade that quickly dissipates w/all the other fake efforts #G2Great

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1: Capitalize on the choices & interests of Ss to "cultivate" engagement NOT teach (force) like old carrot / stick routines! #g2great

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1 knowing and caring about every child. Choice for students in all work. Giving Ss a voice in making decisions. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1 Engaged children are the result of engaged teachers. You can’t have one w/o the other. It BEGINS with us! #G2Great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT

I agree that choice and interests matter so much! #G2Great

In reply to @trevorabryan

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT

My Dad grew up on a farm but since I have ducks in my back yard does that count Sis? #G2Great

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT
So talking to my farmer's daughter heart here, Sis! <3 @DrMaryHoward #G2Great @pattyvreilly @HeinemannPub
- DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT
  
  A1 CULTIVATE = PLANT + SOW. We must PLANT & SOW our learning environment if we want engagement! #G2Great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT

I will update everyone as I make my journey!! :-) #g2great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT

#g2great Kids know the difference between genuine and fake. They can spot fake a mile away.

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Enjoy every sip! #g2great

In reply to @mindi_r, @johnnydowney, @DrMaryHoward

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1 Ts are the guides, the tillers of the soil who cultivate their crop-we benefit from nurturing not directing our Ss. #G2Great

In reply to @franmcveigh

Jen_Driggers Jun 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT

This is so very true! #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

TeachWriteEDU Jun 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Reminds me of 'weeding the garden'-Getting rid of ineffective practices to do what's right for kids #g2great

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT
Cultivated -- a beautiful word. It's full of purpose & care for a classroom for all students to thrive. @pattyvreilly @HeinemannPub #G2Great
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT
  
  Words of Wisdom from @pattyvreilly so very true. @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

ShelfieTalk Jun 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1 We cultivate engagement when we foster relationships and create spaces that encourage student voice. #G2great

MrsBreisacher Jun 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1: I force them to do it.My Ss are SO resistant to work 2gether. In my class, they have no choice! It's painful @ 1st but it works #G2Great

pmgmcgee Jun 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT

#G2great Happy to be here!

VanessaW2007 Jun 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT

#g2great I love creating conditions image... especially the part about not labeling learning...

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

#G2Great

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Choice, voice, knowing, caring . . . YES! @LRobbTeacher #G2Great

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1 knowing and caring about every child. Choice for students in all work. Giving Ss a voice in making decisions. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Relationships begin the 1st second on the 1st day and grow with each second and each day. Love that message Val (& hi friend)! #G2Great

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1 Get to know Ss as soon as possible and as much about them as you can. Know their lives outside school. You care--They care. #g2great

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

So important to think about creating the optimum time frame and responding to the students in front of you. @jerhende #G2Great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A1: I also chunk instruction into age-appropriate minutes (8 yrs old = 7-9 minutes of direct instruction at a time) #g2great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

It does. Ask yourself: how will you cultivate your own engagement! Find a "professional posse" #G2great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

jerhende Jun 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Love this #G2Great. I think we all have some gardening to do over the summer! :-)

TeachWriteEDU Jun 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT
Reminds me of 'weeding the garden'-Getting rid of ineffective practices to do what's right for kids #g2great
- pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT
  
  Cultivated -- a beautiful word. It's full of purpose & care for a classroom for all students to thrive. @pattyvreilly @HeinemannPub #G2Great
  
  hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT
  
  Words of Wisdom from @pattyvreilly so very true. @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Hi All! Wow I lost track of time tonight, so sorry to be joining in late friends! #G2Great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

We should celebrate each student's success daily, Kara. I agree with you. #G2Great

In reply to @pranikoff

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Three dimensions of Engagement! #G2Great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1: I consider the three dimensions of engagement: behavioral, cognitive, emotional. Focus on 1 and cultivate that. #g2great

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A1 Love what my coaching partner did in clsrm. First week found out what all Ss were an expert at. Ss put name and expertise 1/2 #g2great

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Oh yes -- if you are going to thrive, it's important to weed. A perfect connection. @TeachWriteEDU #G2Great

TeachWriteEDU Jun 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT
Reminds me of 'weeding the garden'-Getting rid of ineffective practices to do what's right for kids #g2great
- pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:36 PM EDT
  
  Cultivated -- a beautiful word. It's full of purpose & care for a classroom for all students to thrive. @pattyvreilly @HeinemannPub #G2Great
  
  hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:32 PM EDT
  
  Words of Wisdom from @pattyvreilly so very true. @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Q2 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Words to live by Katie (and hello!) #G2Great

ktkelly14 Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT
A1 engagement occurs when Ss are interested and care about the work they are doing. We teach kids, not a curriculum! #G2great
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:35 PM EDT
  
  Q1 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

jerhende Jun 8 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Yes!! The book "Teaching smarter with the brain in focus" was a HUGE help in terms of how to cultivate that engagement. #G2Great

In reply to @pranikoff

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Indeed Mary A1 the trenches are the places to be alive with student learning. #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

pmccarthy722 Jun 8 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@jerhende "chunking" is vital in high school. I change up activities more often every year. Every 30 minutes is ideal , 15 better.#g2great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A1: I also chunk instruction into age-appropriate minutes (8 yrs old = 7-9 minutes of direct instruction at a time) #g2great

trevorabryan Jun 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A1 1 thing I do 2cultivate a culture of engagement is 2discuss ways 2work &feel successful even on days when we struggle &feel down #G2Great

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

So true! Ts have to work at this all year as Ss grow and change. #g2great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Ah, a new title for my TBR list. Thanks @jerhende #G2Great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Yes!! The book "Teaching smarter with the brain in focus" was a HUGE help in terms of how to cultivate that engagement. #G2Great
In reply to @pranikoff

leannammorton Jun 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A1)Students are engaged if you are engaged in them & with the material. Build relationships, show them you are a life long learner #G2Great

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A1 Ss put expertise on a board in the room. When S needs help they find the expert. Builds community and engagement. Win/Win 2/2 #g2great

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

#g2great A2: The room belongs to the kids. Use bulletin boards to display their work. Let them help with seating arrangements.Flexible seat.

AFVirgilio Jun 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Hey all! I'm jumping in a bit late from NY #G2Great

MrsBreisacher Jun 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A2: Flexible seating, promoting movement, and encouraging failure whenever possible #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Katie we can't say that enough! Levels of engagement are just so telling. #G2Great

In reply to @ktkelly14

cybraryman1 Jun 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A2 My Motivating Students - Engagement page https://t.co/fsG6caI74W My Building Community page https://t.co/ymZHYe7xED #G2Great

ktkelly14 Jun 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Yes!! Hi @DrMaryHoward 😀 #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward, @DrMaryHoward

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

We can never minimize the role of choice (hi friends) #G2Great

ShelfieTalk Jun 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1 Providing choice allows students to engage in work that is meaningful to them. #G2great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A1 Allow #StuVoice to be rooted in choice and inquiry so it can rise. #G2Great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A2: It’s all about use of space: access to materials, student ownership, proximity to teacher, flow around the room. #g2great

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2 A classroom where Ss reflect on their own growth and participate in setting their own goals cultivates engagement. #G2Great

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2 celebrate a sense of classroom community, positive behaviors and personal successes. Create a classroom of love. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2 Quite frankly, engagement starts at the door before kids enter & is based on building relationships grounded in mutual respect. #G2Great

TeachWriteEDU Jun 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Good to see you, Patty! #g2great

pmgmcgee Jun 8 @ 8:41 PM EDT

#G2great Happy to be here!

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

And if we’re very wise… we are growing and changes right along with them #G2Great

In reply to @LRobbTeacher

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

It's impossible to teach if you do not know and care about each individual student. YES! @LRobbTeacher #G2Great

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Love that your here, Carol! #G2Great

In reply to @cvarsalona, @DrMaryHoward

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Oh that reminds me to pull out that text-I love it. #G2Great

In reply to @franmcveigh

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Great book recommendation! #G2Great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Yes!! The book "Teaching smarter with the brain in focus" was a HUGE help in terms of how to cultivate that engagement. #G2Great
In reply to @pranikoff

sbentonteach Jun 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A1 Stacy from Tennessee. Keep student interests in mind when planning lessons and use a variety of activities. #G2Great

VanessaW2007 Jun 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

#g2great A2 physical environment is important, flexible seating round tables, access to variety of materials

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

#g2great My goal every day. How can I be a better teacher today than I was yesterday?

In reply to @DrMaryHoward, @LRobbTeacher

donohoe_kitty Jun 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Thank you so much! #G2great ❤️

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

jerhende Jun 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2: By closing the door and doing what is right by students and trusting good practice over "the newest and latest curriculum" #g2great

drlindseymoses Jun 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Yes, the space plays such an important role and is too often overlooked! #G2Great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A2: It’s all about use of space: access to materials, student ownership, proximity to teacher, flow around the room. #g2great

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2 and I forgot the most important. Be every student's personal CHEERLEADER! #G2Great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Choice leads to Voice!!! #G2Great

In reply to @ShelfieTalk

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Love learning with you Jenn! #G2Great

In reply to @hayhurst3, @DrMaryHoward

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Your students ESPECIALLY need choice that leads to engagement & T&T Kaitlyn (and so happy to see you tonight! #G2Great

kaitlyncoirazza Jun 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1. I'm a Reading Specialist, but I ask students what they want to read! And turn and talks, so many turn and talks. #g2great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2: Remember environment is not just physical but emotional: connect to students, create rituals, reinforce self-efficacy. #g2great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

#bettertogether at #G2Great

In reply to @LRobbTeacher, @DrMaryHoward

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Hi Patty so nice to have you with us. Just singing your praises today with my teachers. Loving your book! #G2Great

In reply to @pmgmcgee

woodard_julie Jun 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2 providing opportunities for, & celebrating student choice & voice =ownership & engagement #g2great

TeachWriteEDU Jun 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

That's the power of Twitter and a PLN! Teacher engagement at its best - learning together! #g2great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT

It does. Ask yourself: how will you cultivate your own engagement! Find a "professional posse" #G2great
In reply to @DrMaryHoward

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Love this - a classroom of positivity and love! #G2great

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2 celebrate a sense of classroom community, positive behaviors and personal successes. Create a classroom of love. #G2Great

cybraryman1 Jun 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

First step is build connections with your students. My Building Relationships with Students page https://t.co/4fO4ZDqzNr #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Don’t forget to expand your circle of learners tonight #G2Great friends. Every time you click that follow you add to your growth potential

trevorabryan Jun 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2 I let Ss drive their own learning by providing choice & by making space to listen/support their ideas-let them share their voice #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2 Our classrooms are a reflection of our innermost beliefs @ teaching & learning. Engagement rises from our beliefs. #G2Great

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2: Creating a student-centered classroom. No teacher's desk. Ss help set up room. Ss set up library. Real choice/voice! #G2Great

cclark421 Jun 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2: 2 words flexible seating... it's a game changer #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

That's a very good reason to miss. We will miss you, but are always here for you. #G2Great

In reply to @donohoe_kitty, @DrMaryHoward, @cindy_volpa, @franmcveigh

pmgmcgee Jun 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Engagement is in the hands of the Ss. Unpredictable to say what is engaging yet clear we see engagement. #G2Great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Choice is the word of the day so far-right #G2Great?

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Love you care--they care. It's reciprocal not one-sided! #G2Great

In reply to @vrkimmel

jerhende Jun 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Relationships is the keyword here. Something computers can never replace since many in the edu-word are in tech-based mentality. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2 Quite frankly, engagement starts at the door before kids enter & is based on building relationships grounded in mutual respect. #G2Great

donohoe_kitty Jun 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

You are so dear! Thank you! ❤️😊😘#g2great

In reply to @hayhurst3, @DrMaryHoward, @cindy_volpa, @franmcveigh

traviszinnel Jun 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2: create trust through quality relationships, being a safe person, and allowing for mistakes. #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2: Engaging kids in thinking! Provide space and guidance for inquiry, choice and ownership in a student led classroom #G2Great

Jen_Driggers Jun 8 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A2 creating a classroom where kids feel safe to take risks, make mistakes, share ideas, and learn from each other #G2Great

mollienye72 Jun 8 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A2:not with clip charts and negative consequences. Rather we grow our community and est our norms and expectations as a group. #G2Great

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 8:48 PM EDT

#g2great I get that a lot of people can function without a desk. But I can’t. I need my workspace, too. I keep it pushed against the wall.

In reply to @franmcveigh

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:48 PM EDT

.@pattyvreilly I'm completely intrigued w/ these 3 dimensions. I've never made the designation -- behavioral, cognitive, emotional. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:42 PM EDT
Three dimensions of Engagement! #G2Great
- pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:37 PM EDT
  
  A1: I consider the three dimensions of engagement: behavioral, cognitive, emotional. Focus on 1 and cultivate that. #g2great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:48 PM EDT

It absolutely is! #G2great

In reply to @cclark421

jerhende Jun 8 @ 8:48 PM EDT

I am at a new school this fall, but I am so wanting to do this. #G2Great

In reply to @cclark421

TeachWriteEDU Jun 8 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Love that you are such a cheerleader for us, Mary! #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Don’t forget to expand your circle of learners tonight #G2Great friends. Every time you click that follow you add to your growth potential

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Such a terrific goal. #G2Great

In reply to @mindi_r, @DrMaryHoward

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2 JOY is the best engagement seed. Our learning space must be places where joy and learning are synonymous. #G2Great

traviszinnel Jun 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Agreed! Your passion for your content is powerful and contagious. #G2Great

pmgmcgee Jun 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Engagement is in the hands of the Ss. Unpredictable to say what is engaging yet clear we see engagement. #G2Great

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

#g2great Ugh. Clip charts. Those and classroom data walls make me sad.

In reply to @mollienye72

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

We all know Ss perform better for someone they like and they know cares about them! #g2great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2: Celebrate the cognitive environment: high expectations through goals; active learning through checklists and I can statements. #g2great

ShelfieTalk Jun 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2 By sharing our own learning lives, incl successes, challenges, vulnerabilities, we create a learning community w our students. #G2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Leaders Follow! Grow your PLN here tonight. #G2Great

ktkelly14 Jun 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

I believe teaching should come from kids not a scripted program. Leads to engagement & understanding of self & others. #ILAChat #G2Great

In reply to @klburkinshaw1

PledgeCents Jun 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

So important to have students involved in this process! #G2Great

AdamBrownEDU Jun 8 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1. Allowing Ss to help establish classroom rules at the beginning of the year #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Q2 #G2Great

trevorabryan Jun 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Love the idea that flow can increase engagement. Flow takes down barriers. Ease of access supports engagement. #G2Great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A2: It’s all about use of space: access to materials, student ownership, proximity to teacher, flow around the room. #g2great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Yes, me too, but I have taken this advice from others and my desk is no longer the other "sage on the stage." #G2Great

In reply to @mindi_r, @franmcveigh

EduGladiators Jun 8 @ 8:50 PM EDT

💯Join #EduGladiators SATURDAY w/author @ClassTechTips leading the convo! #kyedchat #globaledchat #HCPSteach #G2Great @langchat @mdeschat

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:50 PM EDT

#G2Great

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 8:50 PM EDT

#g2great I had to let my joy shine beyond the burnt orange and avocado a designer chose for our school remodel 5 yrs ago. #yuck

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A2 I work w/Ts to fine tune approaches 2 bldg cultures of positivity-engagement-inquiry where choice leads to amplified voice #G2Great

In reply to @hayhurst3, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward, @pattyvreilly

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 8:50 PM EDT

#g2great Yep. Pushed out of the way against a wall. I never sit at it during the day. I use it before & after school to do my work.

In reply to @jerhende, @franmcveigh

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:50 PM EDT

I think it gets easier as you learn who your students are. #G2Great As with all imp work it's the relationship. Stay curious!

In reply to @pmgmcgee

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:50 PM EDT

I love those lenses - they allow me to really get to the heart of what matters most to each student and engage them as individuals.#G2great

In reply to @pranikoff

jerhende Jun 8 @ 8:50 PM EDT

ME TOO. I through my reward-based system out the window,never looked back. I wish other Ts would see how freeing it really is. #G2Great

In reply to @mollienye72, @mindi_r

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Q3 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT

That would be the end goal-to grow as learners alongside each other...#G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward, @LRobbTeacher

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Truly wise words! Sometimes I shiver when recalling my early years. Love that we're all still growing! #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Hey stranger! Good to see you. #G2Great

In reply to @trevorabryan

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT

You can’t script good teaching OR engagement. When you know what question is coming up and when, the kids are missing in the mix #G2Great

ktkelly14 Jun 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

I believe teaching should come from kids not a scripted program. Leads to engagement & understanding of self & others. #ILAChat #G2Great
In reply to @klburkinshaw1

traviszinnel Jun 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A2: Ts responsibility to make learning experiential and hook Ss. Ask them how they best learn! #G2Great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Me three! #G2great

In reply to @jerhende, @mindi_r, @franmcveigh

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT

#g2great Clip charts are like the old stocks.. public humiliation, which has no place in a classroom.

In reply to @jerhende, @mollienye72

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3 Welcome Sts at the door as they enter/leave. Engagement begins when children know we’re grateful they are there. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3 Knowing learning is meant to be social and that time is built into the day for Ss to engage through talk, writing, thinking. #G2Great

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT

So true @DrMaryHoward We have to be clear about our beliefs and use them to guide our choices. That's critical. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2 Our classrooms are a reflection of our innermost beliefs @ teaching & learning. Engagement rises from our beliefs. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT

It absolutely is about the intentional choices we make #G2Great

In reply to @pattyvreilly

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A2 Absolutely, culture of trustful relationships should be well-grounded in each bldg #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

drlindseymoses Jun 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3: Welcoming each student and asking how they are doing. Know them and building relationships is so important #G2Great

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT

#g2great One of my rituals is our daily read aloud that’s just for enjoyment and community. No lessons. No stakes. Just reading to be happy.

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Q3 #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Q3 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A2 Starts with intentional planning. R U passionate about the content? Do U plan stop structures so Ss talk/create more than you? #G2Great

traviszinnel Jun 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3: in choir, we have a small sharing time, warm ups, and then sight singing. Ss know what to expect. #musedchat #G2Great

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3 welcomes me my Ss and have them share 1 great thing about the day, so far. #G2Great

TeachWriteEDU Jun 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT

That's the beautiful thing about each new school year--A new chance to try again. #g2great

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Truly wise words! Sometimes I shiver when recalling my early years. Love that we're all still growing! #G2Great
In reply to @DrMaryHoward

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3 Ask Ss to send postcards to the class when they travel on weekends or vacation. Provide a stamp & connection ensues. #G2Great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT

If we cultivate our soil the crop will be bountiful, Patty. #G2Great

In reply to @pattyvreilly

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2: Remember environment is not just physical but emotional: connect to students, create rituals, reinforce self-efficacy. #g2great

AFVirgilio Jun 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3: I enjoy playing music for Ss as they enter my classroom. I try to do this as often as possible. #g2great

sbentonteach Jun 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A1 A positive and caring environment based on a growth mindset. #G2Great

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT

.@pattyvreilly Excited to really ponder this new view. I immediately wonder what I'm overlooking and where I can better engaged. #G2Great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:50 PM EDT

I love those lenses - they allow me to really get to the heart of what matters most to each student and engage them as individuals.#G2great
In reply to @pranikoff

pmgmcgee Jun 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3: Routines that require little thought (where to sit in the gathering area) so that powerful conversations flourish. #G2Great

woodard_julie Jun 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3 daily posted learning goal {usually questions we are seeking to answer} and figuring out together our plan to engage with the ? #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT

And I love that I’m kinder to myself when I make a mistake (and I WILL) because I know how to grow from it! #G2Great

In reply to @LRobbTeacher

a_bealer Jun 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3 We started doing Compliment Circles in the morning. The kids would beg for them if I forgot #g2great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3: My wireless doorbell!! OMG this thing rocks, whenever I ring it, Ss freeze&listen. It has cut down on mins getting attention. #g2great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Q3: My favorites are ritual read aloud & class meetings. Both invite community building, use the power of words to engage Ss. #G2great

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jun 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT

#G2Great Hey everybody! Just jumping in to the chat!

leannammorton Jun 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A3) Music! Particular songs cue us to come to the rug, clean up, share thinking with peers, work independently. #G2Great

traviszinnel Jun 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT

They #choosepositive and can build relationships beyond just the Ts. #G2Great

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3 welcomes me my Ss and have them share 1 great thing about the day, so far. #G2Great

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT

#g2great That is genius! I might have to invest in one of those!

In reply to @jerhende

jerhende Jun 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT

How fun!! #G2Great

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3 Ask Ss to send postcards to the class when they travel on weekends or vacation. Provide a stamp & connection ensues. #G2Great

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT

What in the world... welcome my Ss is what that should say... fat fingers. Fast eyes. #g2great

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3 welcomes me my Ss and have them share 1 great thing about the day, so far. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT

I love that. #G2Great

In reply to @tammyfic

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Yes! So much better if it's entrenched in building's culture. #G2Great

In reply to @cvarsalona, @DrMaryHoward

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A2 @pattyvreilly is right! Room arrangement is key. Defined spaces w/clear intent shows Ss they own the work space. #G2great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@debbiediller - Spaces and Places #G2Great

In reply to @franmcveigh, @debbiediller

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Is there anything better than a classroom that reflects the students that learn there everyday? @franmcveigh #G2Great

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2: Creating a student-centered classroom. No teacher's desk. Ss help set up room. Ss set up library. Real choice/voice! #G2Great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT

I too am a big fan of meetings and circle. Such a great way to build emotional engagement! #G2Great

In reply to @a_bealer

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Love that SO FAR Johnny because it’s like a promise of what’s to come! #G2Great

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3 welcomes me my Ss and have them share 1 great thing about the day, so far. #G2Great

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A3: Even in PD, here are our 3 tasks . . . which one do you want to start with? And what one do we need to add? Choice/voice #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Q3 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A3 Open every day w/books & choice reading. Books are the heart & soul of an engaged classroom. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:55 PM EDT

We surely do so why would kids be any different right? #G2Great

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 8:49 PM EDT

We all know Ss perform better for someone they like and they know cares about them! #g2great
In reply to @DrMaryHoward

TeachWriteEDU Jun 8 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A3: Monday Morning Share: a chance to share a favorite memory of the weekend. If I forget to do it, I am quickly reminded. #G2Great

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Super fun and easy. We kept them in a bin in the front of the room they were read and re-read. Give it a try! @jerhende #G2Great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT
How fun!! #G2Great
- pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT
  
  A3 Ask Ss to send postcards to the class when they travel on weekends or vacation. Provide a stamp & connection ensues. #G2Great

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A great role model for all you learn with! #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 8:55 PM EDT

I try to teach them that there is always good no matter how bad your day is. If they disagree I remind they're with me at least #g2great 😂

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

jerhende Jun 8 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A3: Oh, and I have to pay homage to the Daily 5. That routine for independent reading is the best routine I have ever implemented. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@brennanamy sounds familiar and very timely. #G2Great Love this advice from @franmcveigh

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT
A3: Even in PD, here are our 3 tasks . . . which one do you want to start with? And what one do we need to add? Choice/voice #G2Great
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT
  
  Q3 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

So important when the T desk/space is NOT a throne! #G2Great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Me three! #G2great
In reply to @jerhende, @mindi_r, @franmcveigh

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A3 As a coach I love to see greeting at the door. Morning meetings where everyone gets a chance to speak. Mindfulness rituals...1/2 #g2great

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jun 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

#G2Great A3 Idependent reading time is our favorite ritual! Some meet at the bookshelves to chat, other Ss settle down to reading, I confer.

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

And if it is not the negative sparks go flying #G2Great

In reply to @LRobbTeacher, @DrMaryHoward

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

It's so real for students when you honor their mistakes and are clear about YOUR mistakes and misunderstandings. @traviszinnel #G2Great

traviszinnel Jun 8 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2: create trust through quality relationships, being a safe person, and allowing for mistakes. #G2Great

chrisp16 Jun 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

CHris, rdg spec, from PA coming in late. #g2great

jdsniadecki Jun 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Missing my #g2great friends for #sbcubs COSB friends. Go Cubbies! It's all good. #SBCubs

mollienye72 Jun 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A3:two of my non-negots: Morning Meeting and as many read alouds as we can fit into the day. #G2Great

TeachWriteEDU Jun 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Sharing my own passion for writing has sparked many awesome writing days. (Wish I could say the same for math...) #G2Great

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A2 Starts with intentional planning. R U passionate about the content? Do U plan stop structures so Ss talk/create more than you? #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3 Meaningful, purposeful & productive READING WRITING TALKING should reverberate across every learning day. #G2Great

DrGLK Jun 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Every day starts with choice reading and conferring with students. #G2Great

cclark421 Jun 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3: allowing Ss to create their own daily schedule has increased engagement. Choice and freedom over their learning goals #G2Great

Jen_Driggers Jun 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3: start the day w/#PurposefulPlay. Ss chat with friends & warm up for the day filled w/learning #G2Great

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT

#g2great This year was my first time EVER to teach math. It was ok. I was not a stellar math teacher. #yet #thatiswhatsummerisfor

In reply to @TeachWriteEDU

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Intentional and inspired planning is the creative, passionate process of teaching. @vrkimmel #G2Great

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A2 Starts with intentional planning. R U passionate about the content? Do U plan stop structures so Ss talk/create more than you? #G2Great

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3 ...like breathing in and out. Some simple meditation led by T. All this binds the hearts of the learning community. 2/2 #G2Great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3 Rituals/routines are mainstay of S-centered classrooms where learning is everywhere w/ collaborative protocols & activities #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:58 PM EDT

#G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:58 PM EDT

I’m always so thrilled to see you with us Julie (and love that response) #G2Great

woodard_julie Jun 8 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3 daily posted learning goal {usually questions we are seeking to answer} and figuring out together our plan to engage with the ? #g2great

ktkelly14 Jun 8 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3 I like to begin class with a write into the day... freewrite, reflection, reaction to a quote, questions or response to reading. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Q3 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

sbentonteach Jun 8 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3 Every morning begins with a Morning Meeting where we greet each other, share, and play a quick game. #G2Great

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3: Routines Arrival at school In halls cafeterias Buses Impact learning Long before classroom entry. #G2Great

TeachWriteEDU Jun 8 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Yes--Gathering on the Reading Rug is an important ritual for us. Lots of important conversations happen here. #g2great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Q3: My favorites are ritual read aloud & class meetings. Both invite community building, use the power of words to engage Ss. #G2great

traviszinnel Jun 8 @ 8:58 PM EDT

I love being a human, accepting I've made a mistake, and owning it. #G2Great

In reply to @pranikoff

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Absolutely love @The2sistersCafe work. #G2great

In reply to @jerhende, @The2sistersCafe

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jun 8 @ 8:58 PM EDT

I am constantly reminding them "choose your attitude"! At this point, they are reminding me! 😃 #G2great

In reply to @johnnydowney, @DrMaryHoward

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Q4 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT

How is it I always feel re-energized this time every Thursday? Oh yes #G2Great with friends is the best kind of B-12!

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT

We should make a list... #G2Great

In reply to @ktkelly14

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT

And music has a duo purpose of providing a sense of calm (if we choose the music carefully) Leanna #G2Great

leannammorton Jun 8 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A3) Music! Particular songs cue us to come to the rug, clean up, share thinking with peers, work independently. #G2Great

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Ts should value taking risks & making mistakes & share theirs to help Ss see the value of taking risks! #G2Great

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT

#g2great A4: The most powerful assessment tool I have is the conference. Sitting next to a kid and talking will tell me everything I need.

TeachWriteEDU Jun 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT

We all have our gifts! 😊 #G2Great

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT

#g2great This year was my first time EVER to teach math. It was ok. I was not a stellar math teacher. #yet #thatiswhatsummerisfor
In reply to @TeachWriteEDU

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:00 PM EDT

A4 @JSerravallo introduced me to engagement inventories and that was a game changer. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:00 PM EDT

A4 No doubt @ it: Responsive kidwatching is effective Ts’ signature move! It reflects a spirit of professional curiosity. #G2Great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 9:00 PM EDT

What a great idea. #G2Great

In reply to @pranikoff

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 9:00 PM EDT

A4 the best assessment of them all. Blank paper 📝 to fill with observations and anecdotes from discussion! #G2Great

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 9:00 PM EDT

#g2great I’m lucky to have a teammate that is as nerdy about math as I am about literacy.

In reply to @TeachWriteEDU

MelanieMeehan1 Jun 8 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Just getting home from a LONG day. Checking out #g2great for a bit!

jerhende Jun 8 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Her books are on my TBR list. I have heard great things! #G2Great

In reply to @hayhurst3, @JSerravallo

traviszinnel Jun 8 @ 9:01 PM EDT

A good plan allows for great learning opportunities! And I love to read that passion is included. #G2Great

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A2 Starts with intentional planning. R U passionate about the content? Do U plan stop structures so Ss talk/create more than you? #G2Great

Jen_Driggers Jun 8 @ 9:01 PM EDT

A4: I use an engagement inventory during diff. parts of the day. Lots & lots of kid watching! #G2Great

mjjohnson1216 Jun 8 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Just finished this book today. Hope to see you Saturday morning @ 9:00 AM EST. Will you be there? #atplc #ElemMathChat #mschat #G2Great

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jun 8 @ 9:01 PM EDT

#G2Great A4 Is there any better assessment than watching faces? That's my go-to for engagement assessment.

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Have fun Jennifer. We miss you but will send storify! #G2Great

jdsniadecki Jun 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Missing my #g2great friends for #sbcubs COSB friends. Go Cubbies! It's all good. #SBCubs

jerhende Jun 8 @ 9:01 PM EDT

A4: Kid-watching. Mini-whiteboards, Plickers, Turn and Talk. These all are very helpful in my classroom. #g2great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Q4:Diagnostic assessments, anecdotal notes, engagement checks, milestone assessments. Each consider learner, stand on strengths. #G2great,

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A4 At official report card time I ask Ss to fill out a report card for me. They always help me strengthen my practice. #G2Great

ShelfieTalk Jun 8 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A4 Conferring and on-the-fly conversations, kid-watching, engagement inventories help us ascertain how engaged learners are. #G2great

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A4: Lots of formatives and reflections abt where we are on our learning journey. Ss as a part of REAL assessment! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Q4 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 9:02 PM EDT

.@mindi_r There is nothing more informative than an honest conversation. Readers will tell you what they need. #G2Great

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT

#g2great A4: The most powerful assessment tool I have is the conference. Sitting next to a kid and talking will tell me everything I need.

drlindseymoses Jun 8 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A4: W/ @meridith_ogden we created observational note-taking guides to support and focus our kid watching. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:02 PM EDT

LOVE that - and at least one read aloud with no agenda other than to save the experience. #G2Great

mollienye72 Jun 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A3:two of my non-negots: Morning Meeting and as many read alouds as we can fit into the day. #G2Great

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 9:02 PM EDT

And let the reverberations roar! The word to reflect on is meaningful & I'd add authentic.#G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

ValCarleo Jun 8 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A3- 1 non-negotiable routine was a high 5 at the door, a smile, & a hello. Most behavior issues arise within the first 10 min! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Q3 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Starting a doc to share Ways to Engage #G2Great Feel free to add your thinking: https://t.co/yCUAkUpweb

traviszinnel Jun 8 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A4: when sight singing, we practice skills multiple times and I praise attempts at perfection. Make mistakes and get rewarded #G2Great

chrisp16 Jun 8 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A4: running records & conferring are ways i use to get inside the rdrs head to see the spirit of the reader. #g2great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Reflections are my FAV way to assessment engagement and learning. So powerful #G2Great

In reply to @franmcveigh

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A4 Anecdotal notes are the most powerful data Ts can gather as they reflect in the moment NOTICINGS that lead to change. #G2Great

DrGLK Jun 8 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A4 I enjoy listening in to students reading their independent books so I can see what strategies they are employing. #G2Great

MelanieMeehan1 Jun 8 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A4: Ask them: Writers, freeze and take inventory of yourselves. Are you on task? Do this once in a while and engagement increases #G2great

TeachWriteEDU Jun 8 @ 9:03 PM EDT

I have found this exact thing to be particularly helpful when I share my writing & ask my students to give ME feedback. #g2great

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Ts should value taking risks & making mistakes & share theirs to help Ss see the value of taking risks! #G2Great

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jun 8 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Her books are part of my summer PD plan! #G2great

In reply to @hayhurst3, @JSerravallo

AFVirgilio Jun 8 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A4: Frequent questions embedded in lessons. Google classroom now has question feature for formative assessment too. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Great for your first graders but we can apply that to EVERY grade (I engage in a little purposeful play myself) #G2Great

Jen_Driggers Jun 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3: start the day w/#PurposefulPlay. Ss chat with friends & warm up for the day filled w/learning #G2Great

mollienye72 Jun 8 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A4:kidwatching at top, engagement surveys. Posting in digital journal - what are you excited to tell your family tonight? #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Oh yy kind of happy day! (hi friend) #G2Great

DrGLK Jun 8 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Every day starts with choice reading and conferring with students. #G2Great

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A4 Ask students what part of a topic they want to learn more about. Make room for independent engagement in a whole class study. #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Great idea Jenn! #G2Great Cannot wait to see the results

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Starting a doc to share Ways to Engage #G2Great Feel free to add your thinking: https://t.co/yCUAkUpweb

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Love using post its or even padlet. Don't want to share! - Cover it up! Add on to another thought! #g2Great @pattyvreilly

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Reflections are my FAV way to assessment engagement and learning. So powerful #G2Great
In reply to @franmcveigh

cclark421 Jun 8 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A4: engagement is best monitored by Ss attitudes toward learning, when they are engaged they come in wanting and waiting for more. #G2Great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A4 If we are using collaborative protocols, an engagement rubric would be a great way 4 Ss to reflect on their teamwork. #G2Great

In reply to @hayhurst3, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward, @pattyvreilly

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jun 8 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Absolutely agree. The one-on-one conference has been a teaching game-changer! #G2great

mindi_r Jun 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT

#g2great A4: The most powerful assessment tool I have is the conference. Sitting next to a kid and talking will tell me everything I need.

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 9:04 PM EDT

The power of self-assessment and a clear way of letting Ss own their own productivity. Powerful. @MelanieMeehan1 #G2Great

MelanieMeehan1 Jun 8 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A4: Ask them: Writers, freeze and take inventory of yourselves. Are you on task? Do this once in a while and engagement increases #G2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Our passion breathes life into whatever we do - but I think that honest uncertainties about some topics can model too :] #G2Great

TeachWriteEDU Jun 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT
Sharing my own passion for writing has sparked many awesome writing days. (Wish I could say the same for math...) #G2Great
- vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 8:52 PM EDT
  
  A2 Starts with intentional planning. R U passionate about the content? Do U plan stop structures so Ss talk/create more than you? #G2Great

Jen_Driggers Jun 8 @ 9:05 PM EDT

I totally agree. I think everyone can spare 15 minutes for #Purposefulplay. It helps me get ready for the day too! #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4 Assessment is @ being present in learning moments. What we SEE is a mirror of how WE maximize OR undermine engagement. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:05 PM EDT

#G2Great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 9:05 PM EDT

What platform do you use for a digital journal? #G2Great

In reply to @mollienye72

ValCarleo Jun 8 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4- my favorite assessment tool is student self assessment! In the right learning environment students feel safe to be honest! #G2Great

traviszinnel Jun 8 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4: I had Ss make a recording of themselves and do a close read with it. Very beneficial! #G2Great

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 9:05 PM EDT

? 4 How are assessments used to support and "assess engagement? #G2Great

In reply to @MelanieMeehan1

MelanieMeehan1 Jun 8 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4: Have small group lessons on how to engage in the work and build stamina. Some Ss benefit from explicit teaching. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Q5 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

MelanieMeehan1 Jun 8 @ 9:06 PM EDT

You know me well #G2Great

In reply to @franmcveigh

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:06 PM EDT

And teachers looking for those REAL assessments as they rise within the learning moments (sometimes unplanned opportunities! #G2Great

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 9:02 PM EDT
A4: Lots of formatives and reflections abt where we are on our learning journey. Ss as a part of REAL assessment! #G2Great
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT
  
  Q4 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 9:06 PM EDT

I agree. Such a great barometer of engagement and learning! #G2great

In reply to @ValCarleo

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Risk taking is a must if we want to engage each learner in moving beyond into creativity zone! #G2Great

In reply to @LRobbTeacher

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:06 PM EDT

That is so much better than morning work. so good. #G2Great

In reply to @Jen_Driggers

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 9:06 PM EDT

AMEN! SISTER! Sing it! #G2Great @DrMaryHoward

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:06 PM EDT
And teachers looking for those REAL assessments as they rise within the learning moments (sometimes unplanned opportunities! #G2Great
- franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 9:02 PM EDT
  
  A4: Lots of formatives and reflections abt where we are on our learning journey. Ss as a part of REAL assessment! #G2Great
  
  hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 8:59 PM EDT
  
  Q4 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A5 I'm looking forward to learning from others on this. But if I know a S socially engages use that to help maintain engagement. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A5 Look beyond the behavior and truly see the child. See the underlying story that always resides w/in disengaged learners 1st. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:07 PM EDT

That’s so wonderful Jenn. TY for sharing this with us all! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Starting a doc to share Ways to Engage #G2Great Feel free to add your thinking: https://t.co/yCUAkUpweb

jerhende Jun 8 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A5: I always start with questioning myself "What am I doing that could be creating disengagement?" #g2great

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Can't wait to check out this doc. What a good idea @hayhurst3 @brennanamy #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Great idea Jenn! #G2Great Cannot wait to see the results
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:02 PM EDT
  
  Starting a doc to share Ways to Engage #G2Great Feel free to add your thinking: https://t.co/yCUAkUpweb

ShelfieTalk Jun 8 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A5 Taking time to ask students: "What do you need as a reader/writer/learner?" #G2great

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Ahhh, the read aloud. That one ritual, I believe, does more to knit hearts together than just about anything else. #G2Great

In reply to @pattyvreilly

SBrumbaum Jun 8 @ 9:07 PM EDT

I love when I open up my twitter feed and see only #ILAchat and #G2Great tweets as I scroll and scroll. #dedicated Ts #tiredofpolitics

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Q5 #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Q5 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Kidwatching to see what is happening - great way to assess and find teachable moments. #G2Great

In reply to @Mrs_J_of_EAMS

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A5 Honest conversation. What I notice is ... What do you notice? How can we help you reengage? Inquire & Experiment & track growth. #G2Great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 9:08 PM EDT

<3 #G2Great

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Ahhh, the read aloud. That one ritual, I believe, does more to knit hearts together than just about anything else. #G2Great
In reply to @pattyvreilly

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A4: Have Ss help build the rubric / checklist in advance. Student voice in how they will be assessed! #G2Great @MelanieMeehan1

MelanieMeehan1 Jun 8 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4: Have small group lessons on how to engage in the work and build stamina. Some Ss benefit from explicit teaching. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:08 PM EDT

So important Melanie! #G2Great

MelanieMeehan1 Jun 8 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4: Have small group lessons on how to engage in the work and build stamina. Some Ss benefit from explicit teaching. #G2Great

MelanieMeehan1 Jun 8 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A5: FIgure out a way to communicate that their voice matters and adds to the overall spirit of learning in the class. #G2great

ValCarleo Jun 8 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Ss that are disengaged don't need to be reminded - they know they're checked out. Find ANYTHING they are doing well and celebrate. #G2Great

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A5 this is hard for me. Usually I try to build a scaffold to help get them engaged again. "What's hard?" "How can I help you?" #G2Great

cclark421 Jun 8 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A5: Ss usually become disengaged when struggle. We call it the Goldie locks rule and students work to get to their just right place #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A5 Relinquish control & open doors to flexibility of purpose. Asking kids to sit quietly just may be the real issue. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:09 PM EDT

And we have to take risks right along with them. Out of risk-taking rises surprising possibilities #G2Great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Risk taking is a must if we want to engage each learner in moving beyond into creativity zone! #G2Great
In reply to @LRobbTeacher

Jen_Driggers Jun 8 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Great question to ask Ss! #G2Great

In reply to @ShelfieTalk

TeachWriteEDU Jun 8 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Agree 110%! #g2great

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Ahhh, the read aloud. That one ritual, I believe, does more to knit hearts together than just about anything else. #G2Great
In reply to @pattyvreilly

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Yes WAY UP on Hattie’s list of factors that impact achievement! #G2Great

ValCarleo Jun 8 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4- my favorite assessment tool is student self assessment! In the right learning environment students feel safe to be honest! #G2Great

MelanieMeehan1 Jun 8 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A5: It's really hard to engage in anything that is far away from a person's zone of proximal development. #g2great 1/2

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jun 8 @ 9:09 PM EDT

#G2Great A5 If Ss are disengaged with a particular task, I ask them to think of another way to show the target for learning. #choice

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Totally agree. This is the kind of work we have to share with other teachers. It is scary to some, but it makes a huge difference. #G2Great

In reply to @pranikoff

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 9:10 PM EDT

I'm big on Ss self-evaluating and reflecting on their reading, writing, talking, & teamwork. These help Ts see into Ss feelings. #G2Great

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A5: "When were you 'connected/engaged'?" "When did you disengage?" "How can you reengage?" Student reflection #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Q5 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

chrisp16 Jun 8 @ 9:10 PM EDT

amazing what one can lrn from a simple conversation. #g2great

ShelfieTalk Jun 8 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A5 Taking time to ask students: "What do you need as a reader/writer/learner?" #G2great

brennanamy - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:10 PM EDT

So smart Jeremiah! Sometimes it is what we are doing and by asking that question first we more quickly respond #G2Great

In reply to @jerhende

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Beautiful Language - Our work is to find the "underlying story" & help Ss move progress in their own narrative. YES! @DrMaryHoward #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A5 Look beyond the behavior and truly see the child. See the underlying story that always resides w/in disengaged learners 1st. #G2Great

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A4 Love to bring their world inside the classroom for formative assessments. What do they do outside school? For example, 1/2 #G2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Knit heart together - my happy just went way up #G2Great

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Ahhh, the read aloud. That one ritual, I believe, does more to knit hearts together than just about anything else. #G2Great
In reply to @pattyvreilly

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A5: Speak to student, consider strengths, offer solution: redirect, offer choice, create a collaboration with another student. #g2great

woodard_julie Jun 8 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Disengagement or behavior issues often have a deeper cause/see if needs are met/look deeper to find underlying cause -#G2GREAT

MelanieMeehan1 Jun 8 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A5: And when we provide too much scaffolding, Ss figure out that the work is too hard and feel stupid instead of helped IMHO #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:10 PM EDT

YES!! And what would you like me to know about YOU as a reader/writer/learner? #G2Great

ShelfieTalk Jun 8 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A5 Taking time to ask students: "What do you need as a reader/writer/learner?" #G2great

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 9:11 PM EDT

I love that we're on the same wave-length! #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A5 We must be willing to seek to truly understand the child rather than to label the disengagement. #G2Great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 9:11 PM EDT

And that's what we want - Students who are all in, Val. #G2Great

In reply to @vrkimmel, @pattyvreilly

jerhende Jun 8 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A5: Also remembering that Ss are human. 100% engagement from every Ss every day isn't realistic. Things happen to them too #g2great

Jen_Driggers Jun 8 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Yes!!! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:10 PM EDT
YES!! And what would you like me to know about YOU as a reader/writer/learner? #G2Great
- ShelfieTalk Jun 8 @ 9:07 PM EDT
  
  A5 Taking time to ask students: "What do you need as a reader/writer/learner?" #G2great

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 9:11 PM EDT

As we say to our students -- trying something scary is where the learning is! @hayhurst3 Jump in! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Totally agree. This is the kind of work we have to share with other teachers. It is scary to some, but it makes a huge difference. #G2Great
In reply to @pranikoff

Nassau2013 Jun 8 @ 9:11 PM EDT

I heard this last night at church: do you want growth or do you want comfort. Very thought provoking. #g2great @HealingMB

In reply to @girlworld4, @HealingMB

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:11 PM EDT

There’s nothing quite like informal eyeball to eyeball dialogue to hook us both into the learning moment Kara! #G2Great

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A5 Honest conversation. What I notice is ... What do you notice? How can we help you reengage? Inquire & Experiment & track growth. #G2Great

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A4 Ss read a passage, assess deep understanding by letting them create a meme or GIF. That takes synthesizing. You'll see engag 2/2 #g2great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Great questions! Speaking to students and brainstorming together is key! #G2great

In reply to @johnnydowney

woodard_julie Jun 8 @ 9:11 PM EDT

I think we just made the same reply 😀😀👍🏽#G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A5 Look beyond the behavior and truly see the child. See the underlying story that always resides w/in disengaged learners 1st. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#G2Great

AFVirgilio Jun 8 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A5: If a student is disengaged I aim to ask them a question I know they can answer based on their hobbys or passions. #g2great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A5: Maslow's hierarchy of needs! It is so important!! #G2Great

woodard_julie Jun 8 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Disengagement or behavior issues often have a deeper cause/see if needs are met/look deeper to find underlying cause -#G2GREAT

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Such gorgeous writing out there tonight....yes to read aloud that "knits our hears together" @vrkimmel @pattyvreilly #G2Great

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Ahhh, the read aloud. That one ritual, I believe, does more to knit hearts together than just about anything else. #G2Great
In reply to @pattyvreilly

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 9:12 PM EDT

So many options for formative assessments that provide insights into the student's learning patterns #G2Great

In reply to @pattyvreilly

Jen_Driggers Jun 8 @ 9:12 PM EDT

So true. Thanks for this reminder! @jerhende #G2Great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A5: Also remembering that Ss are human. 100% engagement from every Ss every day isn't realistic. Things happen to them too #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I love discussing her work if you want to chat. #G2Great

In reply to @Mrs_J_of_EAMS, @JSerravallo

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Q6 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:13 PM EDT

I was pausing fora moment twitch watch the tweets flash by & thinking how engaged we are all. Why? Passionate & relevant learning! #G2Great

ShelfieTalk Jun 8 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Although it is hard, sometimes we have to recognize that even though something engages us, it might not be as meaningful for Ss. #G2great

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Often our readers/writers/learners know better than we do. We can shift from leader to facilitator. @ShelfieTalk #G2Great

ShelfieTalk Jun 8 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A5 Taking time to ask students: "What do you need as a reader/writer/learner?" #G2great

MelanieMeehan1 Jun 8 @ 9:13 PM EDT

We're choosing to be here, even with a pile of laundry on the bed. #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Hey you! Nice to see you. Been missing you the end of the year is crazy right? You are so spot on yes to RR #G2Great

In reply to @chrisp16

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Love this exchange between the two of you. So important to reflect! #G2Great

In reply to @LRobbTeacher, @DrMaryHoward

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A6 HUGE! MY engagement increases exponentially when choice is in the loop so why wouldn’t this be true for kids? #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A7 Choice can always play a role it has to if we want Ss to really learn. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:14 PM EDT

No question -we're soul sisters Laura! #G2Great

In reply to @LRobbTeacher

ValCarleo Jun 8 @ 9:14 PM EDT

🙌 yes!! #g2great

In reply to @jerhende

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:14 PM EDT

That’s it right there Melanie - and we CHOOSE because the learning matters to us and we are among others who are equally engaged. #G2Great

MelanieMeehan1 Jun 8 @ 9:13 PM EDT

We're choosing to be here, even with a pile of laundry on the bed. #G2Great
In reply to @DrMaryHoward

jerhende Jun 8 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A6 choices: What Ss read, where they sit, how they demonstrate their learning. #g2great

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A6 Don't shy away from negative opinions: You did not like that ..., explain why? How does it inform your next choice / learning? #G2Great

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jun 8 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Absolutely! We'll talk soon! #G2great

In reply to @hayhurst3, @JSerravallo

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A6 choice breeds stronger engagement. I like to allow my intervention Ss to pick their own text for reading group #G2Great

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A6 Create an environment where choice is the default. The kind of classroom where student suggestions are considered seriously. #G2Great

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A4 Easy to use "status of the class" checklist to assess engagement. Meet w/Ss to create strategy for engagement to move forward #g2great

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A6: Ch 5 in book. Choice in Content Choice in Process Choice in Product Here's the learning I need evidence of - rest is choice! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Q6 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

KinneyCourts Jun 8 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Choice is critical in learning & in life. W/o choice,we negate one's agency to explore their own path,w/in the classrm & in life #G2great A6

mollienye72 Jun 8 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A5:build up a trusting relationship so Ss know I will honor/value their interests. Connect to Hopes & Dresms and revisit. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Let it be known I am a @mollienye72 fan! Yes, as many read alouds as possible! Yes to Morning Meeting! #G2Great

mollienye72 Jun 8 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A3:two of my non-negots: Morning Meeting and as many read alouds as we can fit into the day. #G2Great

MelanieMeehan1 Jun 8 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A7: Asking questions that don't have"right"answers,or better yet empowering and inspiring Ss to wonder, be curious, &ask questions. #g2great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 9:15 PM EDT

I think I just found my new e-mail quote. I am remembering this one!! #G2Great

KinneyCourts Jun 8 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Choice is critical in learning & in life. W/o choice,we negate one's agency to explore their own path,w/in the classrm & in life #G2great A6

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A5: Choice in process is KEY to engagement and success. Consider Student options in strategy, tool, or process. #g2great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A5 To help move all students toward engagement positivity must be present. Tap into Ss' passions 2 lead them 2 engage in learning. #G2Great

chrisp16 Jun 8 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A6: choice helps the Ss discover themselves as lrnrs/rdrs/writers. Choice of rdg material, writing topics, even forms of asmnt. #g2great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A5: Love the Tomlinson lens for choice to build engagement. Consider choice of: content, process, product. #g2great

Jen_Driggers Jun 8 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A6: Choice in what Ss read, play with, strategies they use, writing ideas #G2Great

a_bealer Jun 8 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A6 Choice tells students they matter. The more choice we give the louder we're telling them that learning matters in their life. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:16 PM EDT

SO TRUE Jeremiah but those are growth opportunities for Us. WHY disengaged. My role? Missed opportunities? Alternatives? #G2Great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A5: Also remembering that Ss are human. 100% engagement from every Ss every day isn't realistic. Things happen to them too #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A6 It’s not an either-or proposition. Controlled choice (process or activity) can make a dramatic difference! #G2Great

MelanieMeehan1 Jun 8 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A7: I love the QFT for inspiring choice and engagement. https://t.co/nVQhMxTQSz has amazing resources for using it. @RightQuestion #G2Great

woodard_julie Jun 8 @ 9:17 PM EDT

"How would you like to show me your learning? I have this option&this option. If you think of another way to share your learning ...#G2GREAT

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jun 8 @ 9:17 PM EDT

#G2Great A6 Choice is our best weapon against apathy. Free choice reading, choices in how they prove learning, even seating choice matters.

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A6: Choice means that no one way is the "right" way. All can succeed. All can be different. TRUST in Ss! #G2Great

mollienye72 Jun 8 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A6:choice starts from 1st sec of day w/flexible seating and builds from there. #G2Great

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A5 First thing is ask the student WHY & then How can I help? What can we do to bring about change? Ss are part of the process. #G2GREAT

sbentonteach Jun 8 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A5 Modify the activity for the disengaged student. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:18 PM EDT

We always have to be proactive and assume responsibility for our role too Anthony. So important! #G2Great

AFVirgilio Jun 8 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A5: If a student is disengaged I aim to ask them a question I know they can answer based on their hobbys or passions. #g2great

chrisp16 Jun 8 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A6: Ss need to make choices to discover who they are & lrn how to deal w/ the good and bad decisions. #g2great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A5: Independent publishing (Ss choose genre, process, audience) is great way to build choice, engagement in WW (or any discipline) #g2great

ValCarleo Jun 8 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Without choice we limit student achievement, innovation, and creativity. Without choice who is really doing the work? #G2Great

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Absolutely. Hands down! @vrkimmel @pattyvreilly #G2Great

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 9:17 PM EDT

It's so true, though, isn't it?
In reply to @pranikoff, @pattyvreilly

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Hey it hasn't failed me yet. #G2Great

In reply to @pranikoff

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:18 PM EDT

AMAZING visual Julie! #G2Great

woodard_julie Jun 8 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Disengagement or behavior issues often have a deeper cause/see if needs are met/look deeper to find underlying cause -#G2GREAT

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Q6 How did that happen so fast? #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Q6 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A6 Without choice how do you channel energy needed 4 positive learning daily? Notice/Wonder/Explore/Discover w Ss #G2Great

In reply to @hayhurst3, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward, @pattyvreilly

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jun 8 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Why use a worksheet? Let Ss figure out how to show you! #G2great

woodard_julie Jun 8 @ 9:17 PM EDT

"How would you like to show me your learning? I have this option&this option. If you think of another way to share your learning ...#G2GREAT

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Such imp points Fran yes, they have to be aware of when they are/are not engaged #G2Great

In reply to @franmcveigh

cclark421 Jun 8 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A6:Ss drive their learning. Decide where to sit, what activities they complete, sign up for mini lessons, create schedules #G2Great

ValCarleo Jun 8 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Sometimes choice leads to failure! That's okay too! My best learning experiences have come from mistakes! #G2Great

ShelfieTalk Jun 8 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A6 Choice sends a message to our Ss that we honor and trust them as learners. Choice is the gateway to agency. #G2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Great question… how do you? #G2Great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A6 Without choice how do you channel energy needed 4 positive learning daily? Notice/Wonder/Explore/Discover w Ss #G2Great
In reply to @hayhurst3, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward, @pattyvreilly

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A6 Offering choice means we need to relinquish control. Be brave enough to put kids in the learning driver’s seat. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#G2Great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Guide and Coach-Ss as executors of their learning plan.#G2Great

In reply to @pranikoff, @ShelfieTalk

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 9:20 PM EDT

So right, Melanie. We are learners. #G2Great

In reply to @MelanieMeehan1, @DrMaryHoward

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Yes! Choice is the gateway to agency, voice, and engagement! #G2Great

In reply to @ShelfieTalk

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Love to help Ss (& adults) become aware of triggers. Are we paying attention? #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Such imp points Fran yes, they have to be aware of when they are/are not engaged #G2Great
In reply to @franmcveigh

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q7 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Energy + choice for + passion = FIRE and that’s what I can feel rising from the #G2Great screen!

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q7 #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q7 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Informative to have Ss choose how to show their learning. I love when Ss say "My friend did ...can I try that, too!" @woodard_julie #G2Great

woodard_julie Jun 8 @ 9:17 PM EDT

"How would you like to show me your learning? I have this option&this option. If you think of another way to share your learning ...#G2GREAT

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A5 I go back to pouring on the "noticing". Start simple, "Cool t-shirt". "Glad you're here today." "How was the game on Sat.?" 1/2 #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A7 It’s not so much a BALANCE as distribution. Whole class plays a MUCH smaller role in engaged classrooms. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A7 Careful planning. Think about your day and how to structure it.Consider Ss energy & plan around the ebb/flow #G2Great

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A7 balance for engagement comes when there's less whole group and more collaborative and independent learning #G2Great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A7: Following the "I do, we do, you do" has helped so much, especially in math. #g2great

MelanieMeehan1 Jun 8 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A7: Keep minilessons tight and under 10 minutes. Then you have time for small group work and conferences. #G2Great

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A7 In order 2 do all this 4 active S-centered classrms, T must have balance in life-channel energy of movement learning 2 children #G2Great

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A7 Consider each students. How often can you give Ss the structure they work in best? Can some work alone and some in a group? #G2Great

LRobbTeacher Jun 8 @ 9:23 PM EDT

YES! LOVE "knits our hearts together." #G2Great

In reply to @pranikoff, @vrkimmel, @pattyvreilly

mollienye72 Jun 8 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A6:impt to be mindful choice can be scary for some who get overwhelmed or need a little structure.Can take time to nurture. #G2Great

KinneyCourts Jun 8 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Observe, note take, reflect, strategically plan, try, reflect. Repeat #1-6. Gotta be ready to continually revise approaches. #G2great A7

jerhende Jun 8 @ 9:23 PM EDT

It really can be so simple. #G2Great

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A5 I go back to pouring on the "noticing". Start simple, "Cool t-shirt". "Glad you're here today." "How was the game on Sat.?" 1/2 #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Again, this is our passion project not homework. #G2Great

In reply to @cvarsalona, @MelanieMeehan1, @DrMaryHoward

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 9:23 PM EDT

That is where reflection comes in. We need to ask ourselves the hard questions in order to be the facilitator of learning. #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A5 Give feedback that forecasts success. "I notice you R seeing more things everyday the author is doing in this selection." 2/2 #g2great

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A7: Pay attention to when and how often hear S voices across day. Ss must be "DOING" the work (& passion) for higher engagement. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q7 #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward @pattyvreilly

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q7: Balance does not mean equal. Use 80/20 rule (20% whole class; 80% differentiated practice with support for small, independent). #g2great

Jen_Driggers Jun 8 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Totally agree! #G2Great

MelanieMeehan1 Jun 8 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A7: Keep minilessons tight and under 10 minutes. Then you have time for small group work and conferences. #G2Great

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Nothing is more powerful than these individual, personal, connections through being present with your students @vrkimmel #G2Great

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A5 I go back to pouring on the "noticing". Start simple, "Cool t-shirt". "Glad you're here today." "How was the game on Sat.?" 1/2 #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:24 PM EDT

I want to pin your Tweet up in every copy room #G2Great

In reply to @Mrs_J_of_EAMS

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A7 1st consider of their rises above ours. Engagement assumes Sts’ voices drift upwards into the learning air OFTEN! #G2Great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 9:25 PM EDT

They are mini for a reason!! #G2Great

In reply to @MelanieMeehan1

mollienye72 Jun 8 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A7:commuting to following workshop format for reading, writing and math. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:25 PM EDT

And much of that happens on our feet & in the run. Best kind of thinking rises from THOSE moments where kid watching leads the way #G2Great

KinneyCourts Jun 8 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Observe, note take, reflect, strategically plan, try, reflect. Repeat #1-6. Gotta be ready to continually revise approaches. #G2great A7

MelanieMeehan1 Jun 8 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A7: Don't teach more than one main teaching point in whole group lesson. Engagment wanes when we try to do too much in one lesson. #g2great

woodard_julie Jun 8 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Every day isn't the same; some days are heavier in small group - occasionally heavier instruction- i think the 🔑 is BE INTENTIONAL #G2GREAT

KinneyCourts Jun 8 @ 9:25 PM EDT

"Knit our hearts together" thru the shared experiences w/ texts @jerhende I think I may have found MY email quote... #G2great LOVE @vrkimmel

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Ahhh, the read aloud. That one ritual, I believe, does more to knit hearts together than just about anything else. #G2Great
In reply to @pattyvreilly

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Moving from Tdirected classrms to Scentered is a learning process. Support is needed. #G2Great

In reply to @pattyvreilly

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Did everyone see this. BIG MAJOR point! #G2Great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q7: Balance does not mean equal. Use 80/20 rule (20% whole class; 80% differentiated practice with support for small, independent). #g2great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Q7: Balance by making commitment to engage EVERY learner. No outliers. Find what will work for each S, use those structures often. #g2great

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jun 8 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A7 Key word: try. Will I ever get it right consistently? #livingthedream #G2great

KinneyCourts Jun 8 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Observe, note take, reflect, strategically plan, try, reflect. Repeat #1-6. Gotta be ready to continually revise approaches. #G2great A7

Jen_Driggers Jun 8 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Love this! Gonna put this right in my plan book #G2Great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q7: Balance does not mean equal. Use 80/20 rule (20% whole class; 80% differentiated practice with support for small, independent). #g2great

jrestock3 Jun 8 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A7 Planning different experiences in all activities: think pair share, tpr, individual choice #G2Great

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Can we get some flashing lights and glitter over here?!? #g2great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 9:26 PM EDT

That is the goal of every facilitator of learning-take up the cause so Ss can become lifelong learners. #G2Great

In reply to @pattyvreilly

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Commit to EVERY student. Essential. @pattyvreilly #g2Great

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Q7: Balance by making commitment to engage EVERY learner. No outliers. Find what will work for each S, use those structures often. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A7 We must rethink our renewed obsession w/one-size-fits-all. Engagement simply cannot reside w/in cognitive cloning. #G2Great

MelanieMeehan1 Jun 8 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A7: Embrace and support approximation instead of keeping the bar set on mastery. Risk taking leads to learning. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A big congratulations to @jerhende you are our winner tonight you won a copy of @pattyvreilly new book. Ty @HeinemannPub #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:27 PM EDT

But that’s sure a great journey as we move TOWARD that goal. Maybe the getting there is more important than the arrival Cristi? #G2Great

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jun 8 @ 9:26 PM EDT
A7 Key word: try. Will I ever get it right consistently? #livingthedream #G2great
- KinneyCourts Jun 8 @ 9:23 PM EDT
  
  Observe, note take, reflect, strategically plan, try, reflect. Repeat #1-6. Gotta be ready to continually revise approaches. #G2great A7

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jun 8 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Good Lord yes! Sometimes I steal ws's off the copier and toss em before the T gets there! 😂 #sabotage #G2great

In reply to @hayhurst3

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Way to go Jeremiah. Just in time for your new third grade classroom! @jerhende #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A big congratulations to @jerhende you are our winner tonight you won a copy of @pattyvreilly new book. Ty @HeinemannPub #G2Great

franmcveigh Jun 8 @ 9:28 PM EDT

But patterns over time show Ss have biggest VOICE (not T)! That's a shift for some! @woodard_julie #G2Great

woodard_julie Jun 8 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Every day isn't the same; some days are heavier in small group - occasionally heavier instruction- i think the 🔑 is BE INTENTIONAL #G2GREAT

sbentonteach Jun 8 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A6 Choice gives students the control of their own learning. As long as learning is occurring, the process does not matter. #G2Great

woodard_julie Jun 8 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Teacher rule # 121 think long and hard before breaking out the glitter. #G2great

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Can we get some flashing lights and glitter over here?!? #g2great
In reply to @DrMaryHoward

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 9:28 PM EDT

I agree - intention and purpose are key! #G2Great

In reply to @woodard_julie

cclark421 Jun 8 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A7: Ss are engaged when they are in flow. Using different ways to teach ensures you reach Ss in a way that is best for them #G2Great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 9:28 PM EDT

OMG!!! YAY! Thank you SO much!! I am VERY excited to read this!! @hayhurst3 @pattyvreilly @HeinemannPub @HenemannPD @DrMaryHoward #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A big congratulations to @jerhende you are our winner tonight you won a copy of @pattyvreilly new book. Ty @HeinemannPub #G2Great

vrkimmel Jun 8 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A5 Exit ticket that asks at end of learning, What helped your learning today? What would make it even more engaging tomorrow? #G2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Please join our #G2Great guest host Jon Harper, host of MY BAD. I can’t wait to move from mistake & move to POSSIBILITY! @Jonharper70bd

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Question of the century. Ask any child what they’d like to do today. I guarantee not one will say, “oh worksheets please!” #G2Great

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jun 8 @ 9:19 PM EDT
Why use a worksheet? Let Ss figure out how to show you! #G2great
- woodard_julie Jun 8 @ 9:17 PM EDT
  
  "How would you like to show me your learning? I have this option&this option. If you think of another way to share your learning ...#G2GREAT

pattyvreilly Jun 8 @ 9:29 PM EDT

So true! If we stick to one, we keep our lessons tight, open up time for indep practice and keep engagement consistent and high! #G2Great

In reply to @MelanieMeehan1

cvarsalona Jun 8 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Well Said Mary! One-size-fits-all teaching-not beneficial to Ss. Ts need to watch Ss' faces to see this for themselves! #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jun 8 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Yes. I love that the journey looks different every year, with all Ss, but I hate feeling like I fail them when I get it wrong. #G2great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

pranikoff Jun 8 @ 9:29 PM EDT

.@johnnydowney logical (but not always followed) 20% whole group/ 80% differentiated, small, indp, practice. Insert glitter ** here #G2Great

johnnydowney Jun 8 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Can we get some flashing lights and glitter over here?!? #g2great
In reply to @DrMaryHoward

jrestock3 Jun 8 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Ts must provide many different choices for Ss to choose from so they are truly engaged and not compliant #G2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A7 We must rethink our renewed obsession w/one-size-fits-all. Engagement simply cannot reside w/in cognitive cloning. #G2Great

jerhende Jun 8 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Can we get this on some billboards please?? #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A7 We must rethink our renewed obsession w/one-size-fits-all. Engagement simply cannot reside w/in cognitive cloning. #G2Great