#NJed Archive
This chat is dedicated to everything New Jersey Education, and meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month at 8:30pm EST.
Tuesday January 17, 2017
8:00 PM EST
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:00 PM EST
Good evening
#NJED
! Erin, Middle School Assistant Principal and Author of Hacking Project Based Learning
#HackingPBL
https://t.co/qhzHL9X8WU
participatechat
Jan 17 @ 8:00 PM EST
Participate in the upcoming
#NJed
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/VzHoSzIzth
wkrakower
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:01 PM EST
Glad to have my two co-moderators with me
@marlzweinstein
and
@MissHesslein
#NJed
In reply to @marlzweinstein, @MissHesslein
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:01 PM EST
Ross, K-12 curriculum supervisor, coauthor of Hacking PBL, and I spend a lot of time in New Jersey…
#NJED
marlzweinstein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:01 PM EST
Hello! So excited for the first
#NJED
chat of 2017. Thank you
@MurphysMusings5
&
@RossCoops31
for moderating.
In reply to @MurphysMusings5, @RossCoops31
wkrakower
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:01 PM EST
We still need to go for that Pizza.
#NJed
In reply to @RossCoops31
MissHesslein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:02 PM EST
Hi everyone, Steph,
#MTPSpride
T and excited to have our two guest mods
@RossCoops31
and
@MurphysMusings5
joining us tonight!
#njed
In reply to @RossCoops31, @MurphysMusings5
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:02 PM EST
Not sure if Jersey has good pizza...
#NJED
In reply to @wkrakower
DrMattParker
Jan 17 @ 8:02 PM EST
Stop by and support a new chat - great topic tonight!
#mdedchat
#nced
#njed
#pblchat
#edchat
#nbtchat
#sblchat
PrincipalCroley
Jan 17 @ 8:00 PM EST
Only one hour until
#FFSDedchat
wkrakower
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:03 PM EST
Welcome Matt!
#NJed
In reply to @DrMattParker
joegonzalez88
Jan 17 @ 8:03 PM EST
Joe 5th Grade Teacher from Charleston WV, I'll be in and out currently doing PBL and would love some extra tips
#NJed
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:03 PM EST
Question 1 is coming up in 1 minute 43 seconds!
#NJED
wkrakower
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:03 PM EST
We could go into the City as well.
#NJed
In reply to @RossCoops31
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:03 PM EST
Glad to be here! Thanks for having us
#NJED
!
In reply to @marlzweinstein, @RossCoops31
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:04 PM EST
Good evening Joe! 5th grade was my favorite grade to teach :-)
#NJED
In reply to @joegonzalez88
marlzweinstein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:04 PM EST
Thanks for joining us Joe!
#njed
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:04 PM EST
We can do that!
#NJED
In reply to @wkrakower
MPapaEdu
Jan 17 @ 8:04 PM EST
Hi,
#NJED
! Michelle, HS asst principal, North Jersey. Ready to talk
#PBL
w/
@MurphysMusings5
&
@RossCoops31
In reply to @MurphysMusings5, @RossCoops31
wkrakower
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:04 PM EST
Welcome Michelle!
#NJed
In reply to @MPapaEdu
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:04 PM EST
Thanks for joining us!
#NJED
In reply to @MPapaEdu, @RossCoops31
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:05 PM EST
Q1: What is the greatest hurdle related Project Based Learning (PBL)?
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DrMattParker
Jan 17 @ 8:05 PM EST
looking forward to hear your ideas!
#njed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5, @amazonbooks
MissHesslein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:06 PM EST
A1: Biggest
#PBL
hurdle for me is always time. Takes a lot of time for Ss to design and carry out their research and projects
#njed
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:06 PM EST
A1 I think the biggest hurdle is just getting started. Start small and build as your comfort grows
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itsmeSpiri
Jan 17 @ 8:06 PM EST
Hi
#njed
chat Spiri from PA, popping in for a bit
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:06 PM EST
Well hello to you!
#njed
In reply to @itsmeSpiri
MissHesslein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:06 PM EST
#njed
chat going on right now, talking
#PBL
with the authors of
#HackingPBL
, join us!
#edtech
wkrakower
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:06 PM EST
Time is always an issue.
#NJed
MissHesslein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:06 PM EST
A1: Biggest
#PBL
hurdle for me is always time. Takes a lot of time for Ss to design and carry out their research and projects
#njed
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:06 PM EST
glad you are here!
#NJED
In reply to @DrMattParker, @amazonbooks
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:07 PM EST
#NJED
#HackingPBL
marlzweinstein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:07 PM EST
A1 Sometimes it is hard to balance the fun aspects of the project with the curriculum and standards.
#njed
itsmeSpiri
Jan 17 @ 8:07 PM EST
Hey Erin Hope all is well 😊
#njed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5
joegonzalez88
Jan 17 @ 8:07 PM EST
A1 Biggest hurdle is trying to find different ways for Ss to present material without me telling them what to do.
#NJed
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:08 PM EST
Spiri! What’s up? New profile pic? LOVE IT!
#njed
In reply to @itsmeSpiri
itsmeSpiri
Jan 17 @ 8:09 PM EST
A1) Monitoring who is doing what/progress, ensuring each learner is contributing and improving, assessing is a challenge too
#njed
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:09 PM EST
Always feels like time is working against us. Need to consistently rethink “that’s what we’ve always done” to find time
#njed
In reply to @MissHesslein
DrMattParker
Jan 17 @ 8:09 PM EST
A1: I agree that time constraints for PBL is a hurdle/challenge.
#NJED
MPapaEdu
Jan 17 @ 8:09 PM EST
A1: Biggest PBL hurdle is accountability.
#GAFE
can help
#njed
quickmuse
Jan 17 @ 8:09 PM EST
A1 Leaping the gigantic hurdle of parental trust! PBL demands that parents believe--right,
@TikvahWiener
?
#NJED
In reply to @TikvahWiener
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:10 PM EST
Question 2 is coming up in 1 minute 55 seconds!
#NJED
MrSchoenbart
Jan 17 @ 8:10 PM EST
The Best School Year Ever: Reflections on Positivity and Culture at
https://t.co/FawNeSNHt5
#njed
#gafechat
MissHesslein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:10 PM EST
.
@marlzweinstein
I agree, need to find balance of meeting the objectives & letting students explore and be creative with it
#njed
In reply to @marlzweinstein
itsmeSpiri
Jan 17 @ 8:10 PM EST
A1b) Also fear, lack of resources or support, the unknown, not giving Ss control
#njed
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:10 PM EST
what have you tried so far to address this concern?
#njed
In reply to @joegonzalez88
MattPorricelli
Jan 17 @ 8:10 PM EST
A1: One of the greatest
#PBL
hurdles I've encountered - sustainability. Helping Ss develop projects that realistically get finished
#njed
mritzius
Jan 17 @ 8:11 PM EST
#NJED
a1 in HS, it's departmentalization of the curriculum, minimizes authenticity
#NJed
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:11 PM EST
Time is always an issue, especially when dealing with pacing guides...
#NJED
In reply to @DrMattParker
ajpodchaski
Jan 17 @ 8:11 PM EST
Sorry I am late
#njed
- Alex -
#techdir
- here to support
@MurphysMusings5
and
#PBL
....and see if
@RossCoops31
has any extra pizza
In reply to @MurphysMusings5, @RossCoops31
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:11 PM EST
Can you tell me more about this? What kind of accountability?
#njed
In reply to @MPapaEdu
wkrakower
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:11 PM EST
Welcome Alex.
#NJed
In reply to @ajpodchaski, @MurphysMusings5, @RossCoops31
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:11 PM EST
Adam, you can't spam our chat and then not join?!?
#NJED
In reply to @MrSchoenbart
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:12 PM EST
Q2: How do you create a student centered experience when faced with curriculum and standard requirements?
#NJED
realEdwinTorres
Jan 17 @ 8:12 PM EST
A1: Time is a limited resource. In the real world, you can extend deadlines. Here, you can't.
#NJed
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:12 PM EST
My favorite food is nachos… in case anyone was wondering.
#njed
In reply to @wkrakower, @ajpodchaski, @RossCoops31
marlzweinstein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:12 PM EST
So true! This is a struggle even in elementary school. Need to have all departments intertwined
#njed
In reply to @mritzius
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:12 PM EST
Nobody cares about nachos...
#NJED
#pizzachat
In reply to @MurphysMusings5, @wkrakower, @ajpodchaski
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:12 PM EST
GREAT point! What have you tried to address this concern?
#njed
In reply to @quickmuse, @TikvahWiener
MissHesslein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:12 PM EST
thanks for joining us!
#njed
In reply to @ajpodchaski, @MurphysMusings5, @RossCoops31
MissHesslein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:13 PM EST
A2: I pose the driving Qs & basic structure and let the Ss take the wheel from there! Example:
https://t.co/Y5PA4395xF
#njed
#hackingPBL
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:13 PM EST
A2 Present a topic and let student questions drive your exploration. Funnel in content in small doses, when appropriate
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ajpodchaski
Jan 17 @ 8:13 PM EST
we will make a note - next book signing - we bring nachos.
#njed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5, @wkrakower, @RossCoops31
MPapaEdu
Jan 17 @ 8:13 PM EST
When Ss collaborate...often hear one or the other not pulling weight
#njed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:13 PM EST
Alex, as usual, thanks for the support!
#NJED
In reply to @ajpodchaski
joegonzalez88
Jan 17 @ 8:13 PM EST
I a brand new to this as of a few weeks ago. Goal for school is students to display learning for community etc
#NJed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5
mritzius
Jan 17 @ 8:13 PM EST
can you say more on Elem? Always seemed like having a single teacher would be conducive
#njed
In reply to @marlzweinstein
wkrakower
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:14 PM EST
Did Ross provide you with nachos when you were working on the book?
#njed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5, @ajpodchaski, @RossCoops31
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:14 PM EST
5 Ways to Avoid Project Based Learning Fluff
#HackingPBL
#NJED
https://t.co/0iPdwGKxbw
joegonzalez88
Jan 17 @ 8:14 PM EST
Just trying to find different ways other than create a diorama/poster/power point
#NJed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:14 PM EST
I see. After I began explicitly teaching collaboration strategies, I saw a huge improvement in this
#njed
In reply to @MPapaEdu
mrterborg
Jan 17 @ 8:14 PM EST
Why not?
#njed
In reply to @RossCoops31, @MrSchoenbart
marlzweinstein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:14 PM EST
It can be, but now some grade levels departmentalize!
#njed
In reply to @mritzius
MPapaEdu
Jan 17 @ 8:14 PM EST
A2: Integrate standards into
#PBL
. For instance, reading & writing can always be part of the project
#njed
itsmeSpiri
Jan 17 @ 8:14 PM EST
Oooh Love Mexican food! Girls night out Erin 😉
#njed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5, @wkrakower, @ajpodchaski, @RossCoops31
DrMattParker
Jan 17 @ 8:14 PM EST
A2: thank goodness for administrators hat allow some room to try new things especially when they are valuable for students & learning
#NJED
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:14 PM EST
Um, I fed her tremendously well as we wrote the book from my luxury apartment!
#NJED
In reply to @wkrakower, @MurphysMusings5, @ajpodchaski
MrRussoRH
Jan 17 @ 8:15 PM EST
Good evening
#NJed
friends! Todd from NY, HS assistant principal. Sorry for being late!
Jay_Eitner
Jan 17 @ 8:15 PM EST
A2) creating a student-centered environment should be paramount for every educator. If you place kids 1st, all else falls into place.
#NJed
itsmeSpiri
Jan 17 @ 8:15 PM EST
Thanks friend 😊 Surprised you notice
#njed
In reply to @RossCoops31
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:15 PM EST
at first I used checklists, peer assessments, etc. Then I started teaching collaboration like I taught math… and it clicked
#njed
In reply to @MPapaEdu
mritzius
Jan 17 @ 8:15 PM EST
#njed
a2 design challenges around standards with multiple insertion points. Let students show needs and spot teach
#njed
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:16 PM EST
Of course!
#NJED
In reply to @itsmeSpiri
realEdwinTorres
Jan 17 @ 8:16 PM EST
A2: Design projects to be like real-world projects; due dates are deadlines, instructions are requirements, and teachers are customers.
#NJed
mritzius
Jan 17 @ 8:16 PM EST
ugh! Such a lost opportunity
#njed
in my teaching days we went the opposite way in my HS
#njed
In reply to @marlzweinstein
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:17 PM EST
Question 3 is coming up in 2 minutes 5 seconds!
#NJED
Jay_Eitner
Jan 17 @ 8:17 PM EST
So can primary sources, differentiated activities / instruction, and appropriate tech integration.
#NJed
MPapaEdu
Jan 17 @ 8:14 PM EST
A2: Integrate standards into
#PBL
. For instance, reading & writing can always be part of the project
#njed
MPapaEdu
Jan 17 @ 8:17 PM EST
Yes, explicit instruction on collaboration helps I'm sure. Example?
#njed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5
DrGeorge_MTPS
Jan 17 @ 8:17 PM EST
Educators collaborating on
#PBL
@MTPSPride
#MTPSPride
during
#njed
chat
In reply to @MTPSPride
MissHesslein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:06 PM EST
A1: Biggest
#PBL
hurdle for me is always time. Takes a lot of time for Ss to design and carry out their research and projects
#njed
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:17 PM EST
does the final product need to be a presentation? What kind of work are they doing?
#njed
In reply to @joegonzalez88
MissHesslein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:17 PM EST
thanks for joining us! Better late than never!
#njed
In reply to @MrRussoRH
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:18 PM EST
He did keep me very well fed :-)
#njed
In reply to @wkrakower, @ajpodchaski, @RossCoops31
MrRussoRH
Jan 17 @ 8:18 PM EST
A2; knowing your Ss, their strengths, their interests, their passions. Build experiences that play to their strengths.
#NJed
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:18 PM EST
Hey, Mike!
#NJED
In reply to @mritzius
MPapaEdu
Jan 17 @ 8:18 PM EST
Established norms for the classroom. I like it
#njed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5
itsmeSpiri
Jan 17 @ 8:18 PM EST
A2)Continue to engage Ss w/collaborative real world investigations& include UBD, inquiry as driving force
#njed
Jay_Eitner
Jan 17 @ 8:18 PM EST
Knowing your crowd always help you move things forward, especially in a classroom.
#njed
MrRussoRH
Jan 17 @ 8:18 PM EST
A2; knowing your Ss, their strengths, their interests, their passions. Build experiences that play to their strengths.
#NJed
wkrakower
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:18 PM EST
As long as he took care of you.
#NJed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5, @ajpodchaski, @RossCoops31
mritzius
Jan 17 @ 8:18 PM EST
we did 3 "P"s - paper, product, and presentation for all projects
#njed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5, @joegonzalez88
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:19 PM EST
Q3: How do you engage students in a project?
#NJED
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:19 PM EST
Jay, thanks for joining!
#NJED
In reply to @Jay_Eitner
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:19 PM EST
We model just about everything at some point. How to lean up to hear someone else speak, where to place a shared computer,
#njed
In reply to @MPapaEdu
ajpodchaski
Jan 17 @ 8:19 PM EST
A3: Capture their imagination - don't just stick to the same old story - be creative and figure out how to make it fun
#njed
marlzweinstein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:19 PM EST
A3 I engage students in a project by having them help design the project!
#njed
MrRussoRH
Jan 17 @ 8:19 PM EST
agreed-sometimes that is the most authentic thing we have. :)
#NJed
In reply to @Jay_Eitner
MissHesslein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:20 PM EST
A4: Give Ss the freedom to design it! If you don't want cookie cutter projects at the end of
#PBL
, don't give them the cookie cutter!
#njed
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:20 PM EST
A3 Pose an authentic challenge/problem, or ask students to identify a problem relevant to them
#NJED
Jay_Eitner
Jan 17 @ 8:20 PM EST
a3) Engagement = student voice & choice. Offer a myriad of activities and learning opportunities and watch your learners grow.
#njed
MPapaEdu
Jan 17 @ 8:20 PM EST
A3: Make it relevant to them. If Ss ask the question to answer or choose the problem to solve, they'll buy in!
#njed
#makeitreal
realEdwinTorres
Jan 17 @ 8:20 PM EST
A2: My grad students work with real customers, so they take ownership of the project. There's more at stake than a grade.
#NJed
Jay_Eitner
Jan 17 @ 8:20 PM EST
Make it real, and make it theirs!
#njed
#StopAskingAboutTwoTrainsLeavingATrainStation
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:20 PM EST
A3 Pose an authentic challenge/problem, or ask students to identify a problem relevant to them
#NJED
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:20 PM EST
A3: Meet them where they are with content that is relevant to them (not just engaging for the teacher).
#NJED
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:21 PM EST
#NJED
#HackingPBL
DrGeorge_MTPS
Jan 17 @ 8:22 PM EST
A1. PBL & all best practice takes purposeful planning & strong classroom management skills
#njed
marlzweinstein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:07 PM EST
A1 Sometimes it is hard to balance the fun aspects of the project with the curriculum and standards.
#njed
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:22 PM EST
ultimately you want the end result to jive with the exploration…
#njed
In reply to @mritzius, @joegonzalez88
itsmeSpiri
Jan 17 @ 8:22 PM EST
#Amen
#njed
MissHesslein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:20 PM EST
A4: Give Ss the freedom to design it! If you don't want cookie cutter projects at the end of
#PBL
, don't give them the cookie cutter!
#njed
wkrakower
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:22 PM EST
It really depends upon the district. We are no longer departmentalize.
#NJed
In reply to @mritzius, @marlzweinstein
MPapaEdu
Jan 17 @ 8:22 PM EST
No recipes!
#njed
MissHesslein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:20 PM EST
A4: Give Ss the freedom to design it! If you don't want cookie cutter projects at the end of
#PBL
, don't give them the cookie cutter!
#njed
wkrakower
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:23 PM EST
A3 Engagement means hearing the students letting them have a voice.
#NJed
MissHesslein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:23 PM EST
.
@MPapaEdu
Now I want cookies!
#njed
In reply to @MPapaEdu
MsVogtc
Jan 17 @ 8:23 PM EST
A2: giving Ss choice in how they want to
#design
& what they want to design
#njed
#hackingPBL
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:23 PM EST
If students set up a fundraiser for an animal shelter, do they need a presentation at the end?
#njed
In reply to @mritzius, @joegonzalez88
mritzius
Jan 17 @ 8:24 PM EST
paper was documentation of the result and presentation was demo of what was learned in making product
#njed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5, @joegonzalez88
MPapaEdu
Jan 17 @ 8:24 PM EST
High school. That would work for them
#njed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5
DrGeorge_MTPS
Jan 17 @ 8:24 PM EST
A2. Great example of student directed learning
#njed
MissHesslein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:13 PM EST
A2: I pose the driving Qs & basic structure and let the Ss take the wheel from there! Example:
https://t.co/Y5PA4395xF
#njed
#hackingPBL
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:25 PM EST
Question 4 is coming up in 1 minute 49 seconds!
#NJED
MrSchoenbart
Jan 17 @ 8:25 PM EST
Hey
#njed
!! What's this
#HackingPBL
thing?
In reply to @mrterborg, @RossCoops31
MsVogtc
Jan 17 @ 8:25 PM EST
A3: we have to show excitement as Ts for what's to come during the
#pbl
process getting Ss confident and on board
#hackingPBL
#njed
MrRussoRH
Jan 17 @ 8:25 PM EST
A3:by developing tasks that are respectful and responsive to S learning. Asking for S input as to paremters and opportunities. Buy-in
#NJed
mritzius
Jan 17 @ 8:25 PM EST
yes, they need to be able to explain coherently why they did what the did. Otherwise,could be mimicry
#njed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5, @joegonzalez88
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:25 PM EST
Um, only the hottest new book around.
#NJED
In reply to @MrSchoenbart, @mrterborg
MPapaEdu
Jan 17 @ 8:25 PM EST
Me too! 🍪
#njed
In reply to @MissHesslein
wkrakower
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:25 PM EST
Hey Adam. It is some book that seems like a good read. Glad
@MurphysMusings5
wrote it.
#NJed
In reply to @MrSchoenbart, @mrterborg, @RossCoops31, @MurphysMusings5
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:26 PM EST
The best classroom management tool is engagement!
https://t.co/MHCzdd0yNo
#njed
In reply to @DrGeorge_MTPS
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:26 PM EST
Process over product, even though that's becoming cliché...
#NJED
In reply to @mritzius, @MurphysMusings5
realEdwinTorres
Jan 17 @ 8:26 PM EST
A3: Knowing that the project is also a 2-semester job interview is enough to motivate students.
#NJed
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:26 PM EST
Horrible!
#NJED
In reply to @wkrakower, @MrSchoenbart, @mrterborg, @MurphysMusings5
joegonzalez88
Jan 17 @ 8:26 PM EST
No, "How have changes in the environment affected the inhabitants since the 21st century" is our driving question
#NJed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:27 PM EST
Q4: How do you assess a PBL unit?
#NJED
mritzius
Jan 17 @ 8:27 PM EST
yes, making the product is fun, the rest show whether they learned what was intended
#njed
In reply to @RossCoops31, @MurphysMusings5
MsVogtc
Jan 17 @ 8:27 PM EST
A4: What better
#assessment
than the final product!
#studentchoice
is key! Provide a supportive path Ss will surprise you!
#HackingPBL
#njed
MrRussoRH
Jan 17 @ 8:27 PM EST
the more authentic, the better. Daughter had pres. security briefing project for social studies tonight. Real!
#njed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:28 PM EST
A4: Avoid grading a product related to the project. Provide feedback related to progress toward learning targets.
#NJED
MPapaEdu
Jan 17 @ 8:28 PM EST
A4: Frequent formative assessments, allow time for self-assessment & reflection, students assess each other
#njed
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:28 PM EST
And they have plenty of “group work” experience. Let them share horror stories and build from there!
#njed
In reply to @MPapaEdu
marlzweinstein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:28 PM EST
A4 I feel that there should always be a self assessment section of the rubric.
#njed
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:29 PM EST
5 Reasons Your Rubric Needs a Makeover
#HackingPBL
#NJED
https://t.co/5ftHCYHYbE
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:29 PM EST
A4: Mostly, with feedback and formative assessment, not grades.
#njed
marlzweinstein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:29 PM EST
A4 It is important to measure more than just content. Soft skills like time management, organization and teamwork should be measured
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realEdwinTorres
Jan 17 @ 8:29 PM EST
A4: A few ways: 1) their progress, 2) students evaluating each other anonymously, and 3) their customer's feedback
#NJed
MissHesslein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:29 PM EST
Reflection is how we grow as learners
#njed
marlzweinstein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:28 PM EST
A4 I feel that there should always be a self assessment section of the rubric.
#njed
mritzius
Jan 17 @ 8:29 PM EST
#NJED
a4 students should be involved in setting the success criteria. This connects them to the standards and clarifies Learning goals
DrGeorge_MTPS
Jan 17 @ 8:29 PM EST
.
@RossCoops31
thanks for the article, we must maintain the rigor in
#PBL
learning, good point !
#njed
In reply to @RossCoops31
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:14 PM EST
5 Ways to Avoid Project Based Learning Fluff
#HackingPBL
#NJED
https://t.co/0iPdwGKxbw
wkrakower
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:30 PM EST
Seems like another book “Hacking Assessments” by
@mssackstein
#NJed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5, @mssackstein
marlzweinstein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:30 PM EST
It's about the content, but it is also about the process
#njed
In reply to @MissHesslein
Jay_Eitner
Jan 17 @ 8:30 PM EST
A4) any assessment should have some area for both student and teacher reflection, allowing both to give authentic feedback.
#njed
MrRussoRH
Jan 17 @ 8:30 PM EST
A4:checks at key points of the project, give Ss formative feedback and have them reflect on their learning. Guidance, not compliance.
#NJed
MPapaEdu
Jan 17 @ 8:30 PM EST
Oh, they would love to share horror stories. Then, discuss how to avoid. Maybe have them create Dos & Don'ts list
#njed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:31 PM EST
Thanks! We've done a few site visits to your district, much appreciated!
#NJED
In reply to @DrGeorge_MTPS
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:31 PM EST
that does sound motivational. Tell me more?
#njed
In reply to @realEdwinTorres
mritzius
Jan 17 @ 8:31 PM EST
#NJED
a4 here is my project, here's what I'll learn, here's how I will show that I learned it.
wkrakower
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:31 PM EST
Did you just call your book horrible?
#NJed
In reply to @RossCoops31, @MrSchoenbart, @MurphysMusings5
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:32 PM EST
Question 5 is coming up in 1 minute 59 seconds!
#NJED
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:32 PM EST
yes! Have a student record the list on chart/butcher paper and post in the room.
#njed
In reply to @MPapaEdu
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:32 PM EST
another good step is having them brainstorm sentence starters for tricky conversations
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In reply to @MPapaEdu
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:34 PM EST
Q5: What does reflection and publication look like during PBL?
#NJED
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:34 PM EST
Good thing it's at the top of your list!
#NJED
In reply to @wkrakower, @MrSchoenbart, @MurphysMusings5
realEdwinTorres
Jan 17 @ 8:34 PM EST
It's a software engineering practicum for grad students. Ss work with real customers to build software.
#NJed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5
Jay_Eitner
Jan 17 @ 8:34 PM EST
A5) Reflection should be blunt and basic. No need to sugar coat anything. Be real and share. It helps everyone.
#NJed
MissHesslein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:35 PM EST
A5: Ss reflect via their blogs or comments on GSuite. Pub. looks all diff. depending on Ss design; one rule: must be shared w/ world!
#njed
MPapaEdu
Jan 17 @ 8:35 PM EST
Great idea. Some kids have never had to have difficult convos with group. Hope they'll work it out & come to us less
#njed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:35 PM EST
that’s a good one! What kind of exploration are they involved in?
#njed
In reply to @joegonzalez88
MPapaEdu
Jan 17 @ 8:35 PM EST
A5: Get kids blogging! Easy to set up
@blogger
for the group linked to their
#google
accts. Ss can post & comment
#njed
In reply to @Blogger
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:36 PM EST
Digital Portfolios and Blogs: Use Authentic Technology, Not Technology Made for School
#NJED
https://t.co/rpdisIpc2e
wkrakower
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:36 PM EST
We shall see about that. Still waiting for my autograph copy.
#NJed
In reply to @RossCoops31, @MrSchoenbart, @MurphysMusings5
marlzweinstein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:36 PM EST
Blogging is such a great way for students to reflect!
#njed
MPapaEdu
Jan 17 @ 8:35 PM EST
A5: Get kids blogging! Easy to set up
@blogger
for the group linked to their
#google
accts. Ss can post & comment
#njed
In reply to @Blogger
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:36 PM EST
Make sure reflection takes place throughout, not just at the end!
#NJED
MissHesslein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:36 PM EST
love me some
@Blogger
#njed
In reply to @MPapaEdu, @Blogger
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:37 PM EST
Big fan of using WordPress with students due to its authenticity.
#NJED
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:38 PM EST
There are portions of this book that should absolutely be required reading for HS students:
https://t.co/krDykTIw1Q
#njed
In reply to @MPapaEdu
MrRussoRH
Jan 17 @ 8:38 PM EST
A5: Ss can use journals, blogs, Google Doc, etc. to capture and reflect. Publication should be authentic, not cookie cutter.
#NJed
MPapaEdu
Jan 17 @ 8:38 PM EST
I use
@blogger
for flipped faculty mtgs. So user friendly
#njed
In reply to @MissHesslein, @Blogger
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:39 PM EST
Question 6 is coming up in 2 minutes!
#NJED
mritzius
Jan 17 @ 8:40 PM EST
reflection throughout can be lots of conversation. The teacher should pop in With prompts often around student thinking
#njed
In reply to @RossCoops31
joegonzalez88
Jan 17 @ 8:40 PM EST
Right now Lrn about ecosystems, environments. Looking to do
#skype
sessions to see some places first hand
#NJed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:40 PM EST
I like using Instagram for reflection. SnapChat would be interesting to try as well - these are the tools Ss engage with most
#njed
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:41 PM EST
Q6: What are your next steps? How will you get started or upgrade your PBL experience?
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DrGeorge_MTPS
Jan 17 @ 8:41 PM EST
A3 Students learn more when they take ownership of & responsibility 4 their learning
#njed
marlzweinstein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:19 PM EST
A3 I engage students in a project by having them help design the project!
#njed
MPapaEdu
Jan 17 @ 8:41 PM EST
Ha! Doing book chat right now. Life-changing!
#njed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5
MissHesslein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:41 PM EST
I am looking into using snapchat as a form of reflection as well. It's important to use tools that are relevant to Ss
#njed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:42 PM EST
A6 If you haven’t read
#HackingPBL
yet, we’re hoping you’ll check it out :-)
#NJED
https://t.co/qhzHL9X8WU
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:42 PM EST
#NJED
#HackingPBL
twoguysde
Jan 17 @ 8:42 PM EST
A5: we require reflection from our student, but how often do we practice what we preach.
https://t.co/qn8zpxUu8Q
#NJED
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:42 PM EST
A6: Next steps for PBL —> Would be great to get some type of initiative going in my district! And work with other districts too!
#NJED
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:43 PM EST
Yes!
#njed
In reply to @MPapaEdu
MPapaEdu
Jan 17 @ 8:43 PM EST
A6: Ask Ss what they want to do for
#PBL
. Let kids choose next steps. Then, do what it takes to make it happen
#njed
realEdwinTorres
Jan 17 @ 8:43 PM EST
A5: Students collaborate using the
@SlackHQ
persistent chat app. It's an industry tool, and it's
#awesome
#NJed
In reply to @SlackHQ
marlzweinstein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:43 PM EST
So true! Students (and teachers) should be reflecting everyday.
#njed
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:36 PM EST
Make sure reflection takes place throughout, not just at the end!
#NJED
MissHesslein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:44 PM EST
Love this!
#njed
twoguysde
Jan 17 @ 8:42 PM EST
A5: we require reflection from our student, but how often do we practice what we preach.
https://t.co/qn8zpxUu8Q
#NJED
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:44 PM EST
Right. When I burn my cupcakes and want to talk about it, I don’t fire up a blog post - that comes later
#njed
In reply to @MissHesslein
realEdwinTorres
Jan 17 @ 8:44 PM EST
A6: My new grad students will use the Agile Development Methodology now. First time in this course. ;-)
#NJed
mritzius
Jan 17 @ 8:45 PM EST
#NJEDa5
reflection can informal, conversation with teacher and peers is invaluable, more effective then setting aside reflection time
#njed
DrGeorge_MTPS
Jan 17 @ 8:45 PM EST
A3. Bring the curriculum to life with authentic experiences that provide deeper connections working towards mastery
#njed
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:20 PM EST
A3: Meet them where they are with content that is relevant to them (not just engaging for the teacher).
#NJED
DrMattParker
Jan 17 @ 8:46 PM EST
that is an interesting idea. Might cross over into other "mistakes" or "first attempts in learning".
#njed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5, @MissHesslein
SchleiderJustin
Jan 17 @ 8:46 PM EST
knows something about ed policy! hahah what a statement. This man is brilliant. he drops
#mindbombs
#njed
jerseyjazzman
Jan 17 @ 8:45 PM EST
What worries me: I know something about ed policy & can tell DeVos is unqualified. But what about Trump’s other nominees? Similarly awful?
MissHesslein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:47 PM EST
Let Ss be the ones to say what worked, what failed, and collaborate on ideas to make the next
#PBL
better!
#njed
MPapaEdu
Jan 17 @ 8:43 PM EST
A6: Ask Ss what they want to do for
#PBL
. Let kids choose next steps. Then, do what it takes to make it happen
#njed
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:48 PM EST
#NJED
Thank you for having us! It was a pleasure chatting with you all this evening!
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:48 PM EST
yup. Kids are much more likely to admit a mistake, when they don't have to write two paragraphs about it.
#njed
In reply to @DrMattParker, @MissHesslein
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:49 PM EST
Thanks everyone for a great chat! This was a lot of fun! Thanks to
@wkrakower
for having us!
#NJED
#HackingPBL
In reply to @wkrakower
marlzweinstein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:49 PM EST
Thanks for an awesome chat tonight!
@RossCoops31
@MurphysMusings5
#njed
#hackingPBL
In reply to @RossCoops31, @MurphysMusings5
MPapaEdu
Jan 17 @ 8:50 PM EST
Thanks
@MurphysMusings5
&
@RossCoops31
for moderating an informative chat tonight. Good times
#njed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5, @RossCoops31
MissHesslein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:51 PM EST
Thanks
@RossCoops31
&
@MurphysMusings5
for leading this conversation. Everyone should check out
#HackingPBL
for tons of
#PBL
ideas!
#njed
wkrakower
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:53 PM EST
Thank you to my Co moderators
@marlzweinstein
and
@MissHesslein
#njed
In reply to @marlzweinstein, @MissHesslein
EduGladiators
Jan 17 @ 8:54 PM EST
⚖️Don't miss
#EduGladiators
SATURDAY as we discuss Restorative Justice!
#MdEdChat
#nced
#NJed
#profchat
#TnEdChat
#RuralEdChat
#sdedchat
MurphysMusings5
Jan 17 @ 8:54 PM EST
thank you for having us!
#njed
In reply to @MissHesslein, @RossCoops31
wkrakower
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:54 PM EST
Join
#njed
on Feb 21 topic TBA shortly
DrGeorge_MTPS
Jan 17 @ 8:54 PM EST
Reflective practice is essential to continued improvement & maximizing outcomes 4 students & teachers, reinforces life long learning.
#njed
marlzweinstein
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:43 PM EST
So true! Students (and teachers) should be reflecting everyday.
#njed
RossCoops31
Jan 17 @ 8:36 PM EST
Make sure reflection takes place throughout, not just at the end!
#NJED
joegonzalez88
Jan 17 @ 8:57 PM EST
@MurphysMusings5
Thanks for your suggestions and guidance. Its much appreciated!
#NJed
In reply to @MurphysMusings5
wkrakower
- Moderator
Jan 17 @ 8:59 PM EST
Thank You to
@MurphysMusings5
and
@RossCoops31
for moderating tonight’s
#njed
make sure you check out
#HackingPBL
https://t.co/2fegsA6QLl
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