#WVEdChat Archive
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Tuesday May 3, 2016
Welcome to Share your name & position, & location Tonight is a different look at assessment, reflection, & the EOY
Rachel, TIS for Hampshire County
Thank you. Bit distracted tonight. Enjoying fantasizing about weddings before I have to budget lol
Hello all. Angie. STEM & Literacy coordinator
Joe Gonzalez, 5th Grade Kanawha County Schools. Coming to you from Putnam Co
Nathan Calvert, Music teacher, Raleigh County Schools. I'll be in and out this evening!
Hey ! Gonna try to stop by later. Major AP Lit Test Day breakfast prep going on. 😎
Hi Angie, Joe, & Nathan! Great to see the virtual rep of you all
Hey all. forgot my insrnce card & drove over an hour to my eye doc appt today. GRRR. Then Ford Sync screen died in my car. GRRR
Coming to you doing some GOOOSFRABBBAA tonight. Derek, Parkersburg WV, seeking school leadership position for nxt yr.
Thanks for joining tonight Remember to answer with A1, A2, etc & hashtag
Thanks for joining tonight Remember to answer with A1, A2, etc & hashtag
No idea man lol. Called Benefit Assistance at 4:03 apparently they close at 4.
What insurance organization closes at 4? Come on.
Jason, Huntington, Teacher/TIS/RM for Disruptor of norms
Missy Ruddle, Assistant Superintendent for Kanawha County. Finally made it!
Ryan, Harrison County, Middle School Music
A1: My venture into Coding clubs at ES & MS! Loved seeing growth from K-8 students!
A1 getting a 3D printer for my class and having students use it for projects!
Q1 As we near the EOY, what memory will stand out the most from your class(es) this year?
A1: Trying out new apps (lots of great music ones this year!) and seeing the amazed looks on my students faces.
April, 7-12 music teacher in Boone Co.
Participate is not playing nice Q1 back up in text form
Making it in late; Randy - TSS, TIS, Educator, & EdTech Consultant in Huntington
Q1
Technology being used in really powerful ways.
it looks to be working fine in the feed... The image was there...
I guessed as much! Gr8 investment for Ss https://t.co/1LO6DdhszN
A1: My venture into Coding clubs at ES & MS! Loved seeing growth from K-8 students!
A1: I always try to make my Ss feel like they had a voice & someone to listen...both in class & out.
:D They loved it. My K students have their last meeting this week! It's sad cause they were one of my fav groups!
Visited Dunbar Intermediate and in each room, students were showing me online digital notebooks using SeeSaw. So excited.
yeah, missed that part of it...sorry!
I need to come see Seesaw in action! https://t.co/cjToP4gCFX
Visited Dunbar Intermediate and in each room, students were showing me online digital notebooks using SeeSaw. So excited.
A1 Getting ready to make that memory next week "What Makes Me..." project. Discussing passions.
A1: Seeing the surprised look on 6th graders faces when we did a lesson and looked at statistics
Hello everyone! regional manager in PGH!
A1: trying new things that aren't in my comfort zone with kids. Need to do more next year
I really like the idea of a memorable assignment Jason.
Hi Steve! I had this exact discussion earlier today with teacher. Gr8 to see the virtual u https://t.co/K6c7koP4t1
I really like the idea of a memorable assignment Jason.
A1: Observing a Zoom conference between a teacher and his students to discuss research paper.
I love that too Missy! Much better communication than A-B-C...
A1: walking into a TAG classroom on one of my last days at HMS and being surprised by the kids with a going away party
A1: Watching the KCS Vanguard team train their peers in creative lessons using iPads. Rock stars!
A1 showing educators how to integrate technology into their classrooms
Thanks for coming back! Glad you're here!
Q2 While EOY testing is ongoing in WV, how do you assess Ss learning in your class? Is it out-of-the-box? https://t.co/BHQgIzSwc3
A1: SCMS students explaining Coding to the KCS Board of Education last night!
Hi Jennifer! Missed your intro!
A2 When assessment is tied to student creation, all is right in my world.
Q2 While EOY testing is ongoing in WV, how do you assess Ss learning in your class? Is it out-of-the-box?
As TIS it's my role to assist with testing issues and be on call immediately. I don't work with Ts as much during this time
Images for are mixed Not good for scheduling in advance
A2: As a TSS I just make sure things work to complete the testing; much less stressful than last year
A2 Lots of self-assessment. Students have a list of things to demonstrate knowledge. They choose how to show me they've learned.
A2: Reading Most Likely To Succeed & it's affrmed &said well what I cldn't say. Now pushng boundrs of what Ss r lrng.
A2: Students need to be able to tell why the standard they are learning is relevant or important.
This is excellent! Is this in class or other options? https://t.co/8sHNgnzqQ4
A2 Lots of self-assessment. Students have a list of things to demonstrate knowledge. They choose how to show me they've learned.
Sorry I'm late. Stayed at school to work for a bit. Just getting home. Mike McCormick, TIS Lincoln Co.
A2: And beyond "it's on the ACT", I struggle with much of HS math. :/
FYI, when you answer a question, If you don't put "A#" first, won't record it as an answer to the Qs
Or was out to dinner ? How's baby? https://t.co/9Ef6JD5i5n
Sorry I'm late. Stayed at school to work for a bit. Just getting home. Mike McCormick, TIS Lincoln Co.
I think HS math is more of prob solvng skills. Just requirs HUGE shift n what has been trditnal instrction.
I'm voting for out to dinner!
Agreed! We aren’t there yet... https://t.co/ZFRYCs2jMm
I think HS math is more of prob solvng skills. Just requirs HUGE shift n what has been trditnal instrction.
Mostly in class...it's guitar so kids have a lot of options. I'd love to get links to their YouTube channels.
As a math teacher, I was always amazed when I realized that my students did not even understand very basic concepts. My fault!
You need to connect w to talk guitars! https://t.co/xTgtIadRGu
Mostly in class...it's guitar so kids have a lot of options. I'd love to get links to their YouTube channels.
We have been doing a lot of work with the Growth Mindset and math. https://t.co/fgskHVr54n
As a math teacher, I was always amazed when I realized that my students did not even understand very basic concepts. My fault!
I would just move on and not fix holes. I would use the "no time" excuse but I was just not looking at students demonstrating k.
Less emphasis on skills that & Photo math can perform, real probs, less prduct, more process
Q3 coming up - gr8 discussion tonight!
Q3: Think about Ss & Ts - What’s 1 thing you do to show they matter in your school? the world? https://t.co/YLOvOVzHT9
I have some great music resources to tie in to assessment of core subjects. People don't realize the power of music.
A3 Always address them/greet esp. when they say hi. Discuss their favorite things. Also fist bumps & high 5s!
A3: Listen to them; show them you really care what THEY have to say
Did you count high 5s this year? https://t.co/MxQTkirx45
A3 Always address them/greet esp. when they say hi. Discuss their favorite things. Also fist bumps & high 5s!
A3: Respect, respect, respect for teachers and students.
A3 Validate the work. If students have an assignment that means something to them, they are proud of the result of their efforts.
A3: Treat Ss w/ such an unusual level of tolerance, unusual amount of smiles at the door, & unusual amnt of patience. That's how.
A3: Let them know you really care. They know if you are faking it. So don’t.
I high 5'ed every student in attendance at HMS on the first day of school as they left the gym for their classes
A3 Recognition, Appreciation and opportunity to share their knowledge
A3: Insist on nothing but their best and call them on it when they are just phoning it in.
Can't retell blog post about high 5s w/o crying. It's so good.
A3 Always give every Ss a voice in your class, whether public or with you later. They need to know you truly care
A3: I have around 300 Ss a day and try my best to be attentive and show kindness to as many as possible.
I call it exemplary work in my classroom No poor efforts https://t.co/3y6cZReSVs
Can't retell blog post about high 5s w/o crying. It's so good.
Yea, I am. LOL And if you've got a daughter, you think of her, and that's it!
A3- making myself available to them (S&Ts) for help inside and outside the classroom.
A3: Greet them in the hallway and when I see them in public. Ss get nervous when they see Ts in public
Thx 4 addressing the Ts - they need support & care 2 https://t.co/nsZyDn7tOq
A3- making myself available to them (S&Ts) for help inside and outside the classroom.
A3: Be genuine. Take time to listen. Appreciate them and make sure you tell them. Remember names.
A3: This goes for both teachers and students! https://t.co/MToIcbne4b
A3: Be genuine. Take time to listen. Appreciate them and make sure you tell them. Remember names.
A3: I also like to show I'm human. Talk about video games, sports, and dogs with Ss
A3: My Ss know I make myself uncomfortable to ensure there comfort. Open door vs closed. Ss greet me at my door, 7:20am each day
A3 cont: Yes, I give my cell phone number out to teachers and students alike.
Right on Jon! I may be able to engage some of these awesome edus this time.
It's amazing how a discussion on Black Ops or will get Ss to talk
I've connected with lots of kids over 21 pilots
Q4 What have you done to prepare Ss for the future? How have they changed since day 1 of school? https://t.co/H93ZrlOALx
A4: Tried to support their teachers. Happy teachers make happy kids.
A4: Provide career ideas based on student interests (mostly MS Ss). Just saying 'oh you like x? you might like doing y"
Hi Randall, what kind of statistics were you looking at?
A4: My Ss give me attntn for abt 4 mins --> "inequalities", but they listen for 30 mins about MOONSHOTS. https://t.co/3kZqxVEq2S
Nothing like being fashionably late! Karla, AP Lit & Eng 10 T, Berk Co
A4: working to empower Ss to seek out, study & learn
A4: I only see them for 9 weeks. I try to make music a fun-but rigorous- experience everyday
A4: I have observed many classrooms moving from teacher-led to student-centered this year. We celebrate failures with successes.
I love these Qs Be on my mind a while!
A4: teach them to work hard and try new things and see if you enjoy it
My Ss have changed & grown and they amaze me. Admittedly at love fest stage, but they're stronger thinkers & much more confident
I am having a hard time keeping up with because I have to keep letting mine in and out and in and out and...
A4: Always try new things and don't be afraid to fail
Love to hear your definition of rigorous https://t.co/swMhIYeLZR
A4: I only see them for 9 weeks. I try to make music a fun-but rigorous- experience everyday
A4: Try to teach them to know when it's OK to ask for help and when they just need to do it themselves.
Anyone doing 3word test w/their Ss? Takes kahoonas "3 words to describe this class?" Word cloud it. Did ur GPS hit the mark?
It's fulfilling to see the changes, right? https://t.co/IIhgzZrXWi
My Ss have changed & grown and they amaze me. Admittedly at love fest stage, but they're stronger thinkers & much more confident
Looks like I missed a great ! Trying to catch up now.
Isn't it?! Glad this came up tonight. I needed it again.
A4: My quest is to change mirrors into windows for all students
Glad you're in the fight Monica! We sure need you!
Admirable quest! I think we can make it https://t.co/VJxAlOeUQ6
A4: My quest is to change mirrors into windows for all students
Wow, time for one more...
And then give them some bright lights to blind the people that walk by. https://t.co/KbtEsbFA15
A4: My quest is to change mirrors into windows for all students
As a WV graduate...it happened for me...it can happen for today's students as well
I was just followed by 3 accounts related to gaining muscle. Is someone in this chat lying about me again?!
A5 If students create something to demonstrate their understanding that means something to them personally, they flourish.
A5: If not done in overkill mode, guide students to see weaknesses and create something new
LOL I almost snapped this macbook in half when I saw those follows!
Amazing how assessments can enhance https://t.co/qflNRDEwya
A5 If students create something to demonstrate their understanding that means something to them personally, they flourish.
Absolutely! WV teachers and students are strong. We don’t quit. https://t.co/YjMNo3ruuP
As a WV graduate...it happened for me...it can happen for today's students as well
Q5 I think we are burnt out on assessments!
topic from the past - thx for bringing it up https://t.co/cJLSf9uQHl
A5: formative assessments are instructional strategies.
I've already done 1 week of testing and am so over it... 3 more weeks to go after this
A4) My Ss write a letter to themselves I don't read, seal it. I give it to them on last day of class. Reactions = awesome.
I agree. If an assessment isn't fun for the students and the teacher, why do it? https://t.co/xPebLymy40
Q5 I think we are burnt out on assessments!
Ss making book trailers using Moviemaker for first time going well. Visit Wahama Library Video channel, please!
Fantastic idea!! Would love to see a live reaction! https://t.co/IKwvWf8geG
A4) My Ss write a letter to themselves I don't read, seal it. I give it to them on last day of class. Reactions = awesome.
(Standardized testing excepted, or course.)
A5) self assessment!! I love flipping the script and saying "ok--score yourself"
If assessment is transformation of knowledge, we're on to something. If for only a grade, maybe not. Authentic & meaningful key
A5: I do that every time. I never score by number right over number wrong.
awesome idea! Maybe I'll film it this year!
Excellent! https://t.co/XPC1znO3b6
If assessment is transformation of knowledge, we're on to something. If for only a grade, maybe not. Authentic & meaningful key
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Thanks for the conversation tonight! You all are awesome!
