#bcedchat Archive

This is an edchat for educators, primarily in British Columbia, Canada.
Sunday December 4, 2016
10:00 PM EST
  • bcedchat Dec 4 @ 10:00 PM EST
    Welcome to #bcedchat. The topic today is Going Cross-Curricular with Project Based Learning.
  • bcedchat Dec 4 @ 10:00 PM EST
    Please introduce yourself and include your subject, grade level and area of interest. #bcedchat.
  • bcedchat Dec 4 @ 10:00 PM EST
    .@MsVictoriaOlson will be your moderator for this evening's chat. #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:01 PM EST
    Join us at #bcedchat to discuss Cross-Curricular Ties in Project-Based Learning starting now! #bcedchat
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:01 PM EST
    Bryn, Principal at @WestwoodSD43 elementary. Looking forward to hearing about X-Curric and PBL (2 of my favourite things). #bcedchat
    In reply to @WestwoodSD43
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:01 PM EST
    Hey Bryn, great to see you here tonight #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:02 PM EST
    To see you, too! It's been too long since we've had a face-to-face.....maybe in Jan/Feb? #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:03 PM EST
    Would be great! We'll have to get the #bcedchat team to plan something soon
    In reply to @brynmw
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:03 PM EST
    Hey Trevor, hope Learn Forward was good! #bcedchat
    In reply to @trev_mackenzie
  • technolandy Dec 4 @ 10:03 PM EST
    Still on the road (stopped for a minute!!) but hoping to join #bcedchat soon!
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:03 PM EST
    DRIVE SAFELY!!!!! It's #snowmageddon could have 2 cm tonight, after midnight! #bcedchat
    In reply to @technolandy
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:04 PM EST
    It's a quiet #bcedchat night tonight! BC educators, join us to discuss Cross-Curricular Ties and Project-Based Learning
  • bcedchat Dec 4 @ 10:05 PM EST
    We will be using the Q1, A1 format. Please label your responses and use the hashtag #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:05 PM EST
    A little preamble before I put out questions... #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:05 PM EST
    Many of the questions in tonight’s chat are geared towards the idea that subjects have been traditionally taught in silos. #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:05 PM EST
    As you answer the questions, consider a single subject area and how you might grow cross-curricular ties within it. #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:05 PM EST
    For those not in a classroom, consider shifting the Qs to how you might support Ts in this area or pedagogical ideas of your own. #bcedchat
  • lyndasuelew Dec 4 @ 10:06 PM EST
    Haha! Many a student hoping for #Snowmageddon! #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @technolandy
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:06 PM EST
    If you have some time, check out #bcedchat tonight. On X-curric and PBL.
    In reply to @shareski
  • LemarrTreadwell Dec 4 @ 10:07 PM EST
    Hello #bcedchat Lemarr Treadwell, Fresno CA
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:07 PM EST
    Hi Lemarr, great to see you tonight at #bcedchat
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:07 PM EST
    What's up my Canadians? #bcedchat
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:08 PM EST
    Nathan! Great to see you here, tonight. Hope all is well. #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:08 PM EST
    Q1: What are the big ideas you try to promote in your class? In what other areas do these ideas occur? #bcedchat
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:08 PM EST
    subject or content areas shouldn't exist #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:08 PM EST
    Hey Nathan, great to see you here tonight! Waiting for snow... #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:08 PM EST
    I am excellent. How about you? #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Dec 4 @ 10:08 PM EST
    kenneth headley #sd36learn #bcedchat highchool teacher :)
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:09 PM EST
    True. But they are a structure we deal with (unfortunately) from a provincial system. #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:09 PM EST
    Hey Ken, great to see you back at #bcedchat
    In reply to @KennethHeadley
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:10 PM EST
    All good. I realised it was December when I woke up, working on my November 11th speech. #oops #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:10 PM EST
    A1 that l arning includes all areas of study. For example, anything you build should have a tutorial written it #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:10 PM EST
    I'm not sure I agree. Maybe not the way they are set up in schools, but DOK in diff disciplines is impt #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @nathan_stevens
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:10 PM EST
    Got my lights up, but now it's time for #bcedchat
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:10 PM EST
    whoops #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • ChristineYH Dec 4 @ 10:11 PM EST
    @LearningForward tonight. Missing #bcedchat but thinking about tonight's moderator @MsVictoriaOlson & all those chatting tonight. #havefun
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:11 PM EST
    I also live in a land of glitter and unicorns and that may impair my view #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @brynmw
  • andrewmead73 Dec 4 @ 10:11 PM EST
    Andy, middle years principal in Manitoba popping in while I can. #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:11 PM EST
    Maybe that's why it's so quiet :) @LearningForward #bcedchat
    In reply to @ChristineYH, @LearningForward
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:11 PM EST
    Hey Andrew - great to have you back! #bcedchat
    In reply to @andrewmead73
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:11 PM EST
    I am very much for the Finland model #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @brynmw
  • ChristineYH Dec 4 @ 10:12 PM EST
    probably. 😩 #bcedchat @LearningForward
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @LearningForward
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:12 PM EST
    Love that model. But how are they doing? Haven't seen much in months. #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Dec 4 @ 10:13 PM EST
    Besides the big ideas in the curric I teach- really focusing on Ss growth-this year in my class- big idea is how Ss see themselves #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:13 PM EST
    I haven't done enough rsrch to say what I'd like to see, honestly. Small articles not enough to see scope #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @brynmw
  • andrewmead73 Dec 4 @ 10:13 PM EST
    If you get rid of subjects kids/parents can't say I hate (insert subject name) class or I can't do that (insert subject name). #bcedchat
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:13 PM EST
    I've always wondered, how do glittery unicorns taste? like frog legs? #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • lyndasuelew Dec 4 @ 10:13 PM EST
    Lynda from SD43, in & out while I do puzzle with my kids. Middle school heart but recent transplant to secondary. Love this topic! #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:14 PM EST
    This. I see this ALL the time, specifically with numeracy. It can be frustrating. #bcedchat
    In reply to @andrewmead73
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:14 PM EST
    Hi Lynda, great to see you here tonight! #bcedchat
    In reply to @lyndasuelew
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:14 PM EST
    Q2: What cross-curricular ties do you identify in your current pedagogy? #bcedchat
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:14 PM EST
    But then they could connect frustration to learning (which is where I see 'hate' coming from) to teacher. #bcedchat
    In reply to @andrewmead73
  • LemarrTreadwell Dec 4 @ 10:14 PM EST
    A1. For me the BI is to use learning in ELA to Solve Real-Problems. Here are a couple of ideas 4th graders #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:15 PM EST
    And in your subject areas? Do you find overlap in other disciplines? #bcedchat
    In reply to @KennethHeadley
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:15 PM EST
    Love this!. Thanks for sharing, Lemarr. #bcedchat
    • LemarrTreadwell Dec 4 @ 10:14 PM EST
      A1. For me the BI is to use learning in ELA to Solve Real-Problems. Here are a couple of ideas 4th graders #bcedchat
  • andrewmead73 Dec 4 @ 10:15 PM EST
    Yep. I wrote about this on my school blog to kick off 'Numeracy November': https://t.co/tGrxMzqbbe #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:16 PM EST
    Thanks for the link, I'll check it out! #bcedchat
    In reply to @andrewmead73
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:16 PM EST
    A2: I love that this December, one of my teachers is doing "popcorn" unit that ties in all curric areas. #bcedchat
  • andrewmead73 Dec 4 @ 10:16 PM EST
    True. It's not the solution for that for sure. But some kids go into some classes with permission to not do well or try. #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:17 PM EST
    A2: I've been really trying to tie fine arts to my social studies and language arts curricula, especially tying in Aboriginal art #bcedchat
  • LemarrTreadwell Dec 4 @ 10:17 PM EST
    A2. Strategies to technology. Becoming curricu. Expert then become tech nerd. Not vice versa #bcedchat
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Dec 4 @ 10:17 PM EST
    A2- There are some overlaps in for example environmental science and geography #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:17 PM EST
    Biggest frustration for me is that parents give permission for students to 'hate' subjects. #bcedchat
    In reply to @andrewmead73
  • andrewmead73 Dec 4 @ 10:18 PM EST
    A2. Less content. More big ideas. The Cs. Being a learner. Being able to read. #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:18 PM EST
    Being a curricular expert leads you to see immediate connections to effective tech integration. #bcedchat
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:18 PM EST
    A2: You should really check out iHub in #sd43 with @datruss to see x-curric and pbl in action. #bcedchat
    In reply to @datruss
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Dec 4 @ 10:19 PM EST
    A2- we are also using curricular competencies for ADST to help students design projects in ELA and SS 8 #bcedchat
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:19 PM EST
    I'm sorry I'll miss it. I will have tweetdeck open during the day if I have time to learn....#bcedchat
    In reply to @trev_mackenzie
  • andrewmead73 Dec 4 @ 10:19 PM EST
    I see lots of success talking growth mindset. I saw this the other day. https://t.co/Be3kAFTdC0 #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:20 PM EST
    Q3 Give examples of cross-curricular projects that you incorporate, if any. If you don’t, what do you have in mind for the future? #bcedchat
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:20 PM EST
    I love this! Great questions. I think I'd like to print this off and put it in all my teachers' mailboxes. #bcedchat
    In reply to @andrewmead73
  • andrewmead73 Dec 4 @ 10:21 PM EST
    Agreed. Something I'll be sharing with all staff and the community. #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:21 PM EST
    It's a great thing to tape to your desk to keep yourself on the right track, too. #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @andrewmead73
  • LemarrTreadwell Dec 4 @ 10:21 PM EST
    @MsVictoriaOlson #bcedchat Totally agree. Technology is changing so fast educ. are jumping in to deeply. Try 1 new thng
    • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:18 PM EST
      Being a curricular expert leads you to see immediate connections to effective tech integration. #bcedchat
      In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:21 PM EST
    sacrilege #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • LemarrTreadwell Dec 4 @ 10:22 PM EST
    #bcedchat I totally see it your way.
    In reply to @andrewmead73
  • andrewmead73 Dec 4 @ 10:22 PM EST
    Truth! I also saw this... : ( : You decide... Also good to consider. #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @brynmw
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:23 PM EST
    They taste like sacrilege? I am a mystical-vegan (I don't eat any mystical creatures-except cow) #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • LemarrTreadwell Dec 4 @ 10:23 PM EST
    #bcedchat Same. Have you tried See-Think-Wonder with Ss and ELA?
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:24 PM EST
    A3: Many of my Ss' #geniushour projects are naturally cross-curric. For ex, making stop motion re-enactment of WWII battles #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Dec 4 @ 10:25 PM EST
    We hope you’re enjoying the chat tonight! Remember, we chat every Sunday at 7 pm PST! #bcedchat
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:25 PM EST
    I use this in Science and math, as well. Great way to start the learning. #bcedchat
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:25 PM EST
    Yup. Use it often as a part of the Question Formulation Technique - helps kids to keep asking all Qs they have #bcedchat
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
  • andrewmead73 Dec 4 @ 10:25 PM EST
    Our next staff meeting staff chance to play with a bunch of different devices. Then decide how it fits in class. #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:25 PM EST
    A3 most 3D printing projects start with a book. #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • datruss Dec 4 @ 10:25 PM EST
    See https://t.co/SSBw7jGG6k - new look to our website, with even more content about student inquiries coming soon #bcedchat
    • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:18 PM EST
      A2: You should really check out iHub in #sd43 with @datruss to see x-curric and pbl in action. #bcedchat
      In reply to @datruss
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:26 PM EST
    I see #geniushour as a natural way to have those cross-curric opportunities.Would love to have #geniusweek #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:26 PM EST
    Not to mention the intense amount of visual literacy and numeracy skills that go into 3D printing/design. #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:26 PM EST
    A3 do cardboard building of historic building which is math and history #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • LemarrTreadwell Dec 4 @ 10:27 PM EST
    A3. Currently class working on Random Acts of Kindness calendar. Building the whole-child. #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:27 PM EST
    Which devices? Apps? Curious. Sometimes open play can be daunting for adults. #bcedchat
    In reply to @andrewmead73
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:27 PM EST
    I like to start with reading first before the stem #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:28 PM EST
    I love this. This could be a great way to get students to create Aboriginal longhouse models #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:28 PM EST
    Build scaled down statues of @brynmw and @MsVictoriaOlson out of clay #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:28 PM EST
    I'm looking forward to this Thursday's #LearningWithoutBoundaries meeting with Microbits exploration. #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:28 PM EST
    Terrifying ;) #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @brynmw
  • andrewmead73 Dec 4 @ 10:28 PM EST
    Sphero. Osmo are a couple of devices. Google Expeditions. Green screen. Stop motion. It may fail horribly. #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:29 PM EST
    we have students build buildings that they see on the way to school to build community #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • lizbellteacher Dec 4 @ 10:29 PM EST
    Liz from SD43 joining late #bcedchat looking forward to some good ideas
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:29 PM EST
    I see the @MsVictoriaOlson statue (although the one made from old smartboards is impressive already), but not me..>#bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:29 PM EST
    Love it. Want some task cards I've created for a few of those? Might lessen anxiety! Encourage pressing the buttons. #bcedchat
    In reply to @andrewmead73
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:29 PM EST
    Hi Liz. Great to see you here. Hope all is well. #bcedchat
    In reply to @lizbellteacher
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:29 PM EST
    Hi Liz, great to see you here tonight for #bcedchat
    In reply to @lizbellteacher
  • datruss Dec 4 @ 10:30 PM EST
    A3 My ignite on Transforming Classrooms... moving from (subject) silos to (cross-curricular) streams https://t.co/mhCRZUorpl #bcedchat
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:30 PM EST
    smartboard sculpture made laugh. That was excellent #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:30 PM EST
    Thanks for sharing, Dave. Hope you're doing well! #bcedchat
    In reply to @datruss
  • kdjung Dec 4 @ 10:30 PM EST
    Our teachers are looking for ways to make learning meaningful in our own communities. Take Action! is a resource to support this #bcedchat
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:30 PM EST
    Awesome, Dave. I love what you are doing at iHub. #bcedchat
    In reply to @datruss
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:31 PM EST
    Q4: How do you blur the lines between subject areas to create meaningful assignments or projects? #bcedchat
  • andrewmead73 Dec 4 @ 10:31 PM EST
    We ask our kids to play lots. In think it's important we do it too This too: https://t.co/EYpeJmV9e3 #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • andrewmead73 Dec 4 @ 10:31 PM EST
    Yes! I'd love that. Thanks! #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:31 PM EST
    students sclupt me as Santa Claus #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @brynmw
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:31 PM EST
    I agree. I think it can be (not always) harder to promote in communities you're immersed in. #bcedchat
    In reply to @andrewmead73
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:32 PM EST
    When I present at a conference, it's not as challenging. In my own communities, it can be. #bcedchat
    In reply to @andrewmead73
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:32 PM EST
    reminds me that it is Saint Nicholas' Day on Tuesday.....#bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:33 PM EST
    Sure thing. It's a quiet one, probably because LearnForward is tomorrow and such. #bcedchat
    In reply to @datruss
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:33 PM EST
    A4 most activities should blur the content area lines. All projects should have writing component #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:34 PM EST
    they call me Santa because I always bring something fun to do #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @brynmw
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:34 PM EST
    A4: I don't explicitly label projects with a single subject. My afternoon blocks are almost all labelled as "Flex Time" #bcedchat
  • KennethHeadley - Moderator Dec 4 @ 10:34 PM EST
    -really been focusing on helping the Ss notice they are using cross curricular competencies when doing a project #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:34 PM EST
    It is harder within your own community/school. History and relationships play a part. #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @andrewmead73
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:34 PM EST
    That is fantastic! #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @brynmw
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:34 PM EST
    I thought it was because your response to intervention involved coal....#bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:34 PM EST
    This is why it's important to have a student blog. It should be a place for constant reflection #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • bcedchat Dec 4 @ 10:35 PM EST
    Tonight’s topic was suggested by YOU, #bcedchat! Please stop by our website to suggest topics for upcoming chats: https://t.co/apNWRbIjSj
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:35 PM EST
    and project logs. Have them track what they are doing and learning #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:35 PM EST
    A4: I do love when students realize that they're doing Art AND Social Studies & Math, though. Cool to see them making connections. #bcedchat
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:35 PM EST
    Blogs or some form of journaling that is shared within class/community. #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @nathan_stevens
  • kdjung Dec 4 @ 10:36 PM EST
    #bcedchat Check this out!
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:36 PM EST
    well that too #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:36 PM EST
    What great formative assessment for you. And procedural writing for them. #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:36 PM EST
    Where dd that come from? Interesting title. #bcedchat
    In reply to @kdjung
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:37 PM EST
    Q5: What makes cross-curricular ties difficult to create? #bcedchat
  • datruss Dec 4 @ 10:37 PM EST
    A4 Great video by @MrSarte1 about student-driven, inquiry-based, cross-curricular learning https://t.co/kKfFZTtSCS #bcedchat
    In reply to @MrSarte1
  • lyndasuelew Dec 4 @ 10:37 PM EST
    So wonderful an idea. But how do we make space for this if infrastructure does not support? #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @nathan_stevens
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:38 PM EST
    A5 other people thinking that they own a certain area #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:39 PM EST
    A5: Structural & institutional barriers. Assessment/reporting is structured in 'silos', diff. to create interdisciplinary program #bcedchat
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:39 PM EST
    we have students our 3 ? What did you do? What did you learn? What ?s do you have? #bcedchat
    In reply to @lyndasuelew, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • lizbellteacher Dec 4 @ 10:40 PM EST
    A5. being new in the school, I'm still feeling out who my allies are, who'd be into planning & building st cross curric. #goals #bcedchat
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:40 PM EST
    Love this answer. We don't own curriculum! We share learning! #bcedchat
    • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:38 PM EST
      A5 other people thinking that they own a certain area #bcedchat
      In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:40 PM EST
    Also, you work with what you have. If you can just support a whole-class blog, then do that! #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @lyndasuelew
  • Keithrispin Dec 4 @ 10:41 PM EST
    Report card time #bcedchat https://t.co/MLYKL4P9j1
  • nick_schumacher Dec 4 @ 10:41 PM EST
    A5. Cross curricular can be difficult to orchestrate without bruising egos. It takes strong, confident Ts to make it work #bcedchat
  • lyndasuelew Dec 4 @ 10:41 PM EST
    A5 Entrenched official curriculum can cause Ts to always feel they don't have enough time to "teach them what they have to know" #bcedchat
  • datruss Dec 4 @ 10:41 PM EST
    Too much focus on content rather than competency, and we need dedicated collaboration time for teachers to make the magic happen #bcedchat
  • lizbellteacher Dec 4 @ 10:42 PM EST
    Yes! the timetable in HS is so fixed & adds another challenge for working together - not the same block, how do you pair? #bcedchat
    • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:39 PM EST
      A5: Structural & institutional barriers. Assessment/reporting is structured in 'silos', diff. to create interdisciplinary program #bcedchat
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:42 PM EST
    A5 Americans? #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:42 PM EST
    A5: As a generalist, it's challenging to feel that I'm not familiar with supporting Ss well in specific areas. #bcedchat
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:42 PM EST
    Reading my S's reports this past week. Love the care & support my T's put in them. #bcedchat
    In reply to @Keithrispin
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:42 PM EST
    The truth is, we don't. We have to give ourselves permission to not "cover it all" #bcedchat
    In reply to @lyndasuelew
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:43 PM EST
    but doesn't that give you freedom to be in any area? #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • mitchcenter Dec 4 @ 10:43 PM EST
    A5) time, lack of good models, not knowing where to begin and/or over-complicating it. The best way to start is to start! #bcedchat
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:43 PM EST
    I have had some art/english teachers share projects (diff. students) to create novels with artwork. #bcedchat
    In reply to @lizbellteacher
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:43 PM EST
    And collaborative Ts. Especially as you get into MS/HS #bcedchat
    In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:44 PM EST
    It does, but I've been working on being a better supporter of numeracy skills for 2 years. Still learning. #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • lyndasuelew Dec 4 @ 10:44 PM EST
    Thank you, these are solid & do-able. Options. Conversations. Open doors. #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @nathan_stevens
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:44 PM EST
    I mean this in terms of effective formative assessment and actionable support systems for kids. #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • bcedchat Dec 4 @ 10:45 PM EST
    Don’t forget to use the #bcedchat hashtag throughout the week to keep the conversation going!
  • kdjung Dec 4 @ 10:45 PM EST
    #bcedchat Yes, a culture shift for many. At middle, some of the structures inherently lead to co-planning, co-teaching! :)
    In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:45 PM EST
    Totally. And if you do a whole-class blog, parents will see into your class in a way they never have #bcedchat
    In reply to @lyndasuelew, @nathan_stevens
  • nick_schumacher Dec 4 @ 10:45 PM EST
    Unfortunately, I have seen examples where education had become more about the subject than the kids...#bcedchat
  • lyndasuelew Dec 4 @ 10:45 PM EST
    How often do they do these 3? How do they view? #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:45 PM EST
    Kids can take turn posting their thoughts on activities during each week, with images and text #bcedchat
    In reply to @lyndasuelew, @nathan_stevens
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:46 PM EST
    we are around once a week but wordle like more often #bcedchat
    In reply to @lyndasuelew
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:46 PM EST
    Definitely. Not arguing that. I've seen tons of positive examples too, though. #bcedchat
    In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • lizbellteacher Dec 4 @ 10:46 PM EST
    Yes! still building connections;would be great. Also Eng / SS to look at lit and history / geog together would be cool! #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:47 PM EST
    Hopefully, with revised curric, teachers will feel permission to collaborate #bcedchat
    In reply to @lizbellteacher
  • lyndasuelew Dec 4 @ 10:47 PM EST
    Oh SO true! But Ts are perfectionists and want to give 100%. Colleagues working so hard to teach students content #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:47 PM EST
    They are. And can teach kids #digcit along the way. #bcedchat
    In reply to @mitchcenter, @lyndasuelew, @nathan_stevens
  • nick_schumacher Dec 4 @ 10:47 PM EST
    Darn right. The positive examples are shining lights we use to build on! #bcedchat
    • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:46 PM EST
      Definitely. Not arguing that. I've seen tons of positive examples too, though. #bcedchat
      In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:47 PM EST
    Absolutely. But our curric is no longer content focused. What that means is we can focus on competency & skill #bcedchat
    In reply to @lyndasuelew
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:48 PM EST
    That's our topic tonight on #bcedchat :)
    In reply to @EdTechTraveler
  • lyndasuelew Dec 4 @ 10:48 PM EST
    2/2 but we need to work toward and model "working smarter, not harder" right, @Teachinginthe21 #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @Teachinginthe21
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:48 PM EST
    Q6: How can you minimize challenges? Are there resources you turn to to enrich cross-curricular areas you’re not familiar with? #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:49 PM EST
    Yes! A motto of mine too. Along with "Which mountain am I willing to die on?" You can't have it all. #bcedchat
    In reply to @lyndasuelew, @Teachinginthe21
  • lyndasuelew Dec 4 @ 10:49 PM EST
    Ss not lethargic and "oh, this again?!?" #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:49 PM EST
    we save the multimedia for when students write tutorials #bcedchat
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell, @MsVictoriaOlson, @lyndasuelew
  • bcedchat Dec 4 @ 10:50 PM EST
    Please bookmark our homepage to keep up to date on #bcedchat info, archives, and topic suggestions https://t.co/crmN0EAVlG
  • nick_schumacher Dec 4 @ 10:50 PM EST
    A6. First, second and third...build the team within the faculty #bcedchat
  • lyndasuelew Dec 4 @ 10:50 PM EST
    Love the MI of this! #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @nathan_stevens
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:50 PM EST
    they use the logs for when they write their tutorial #bcedchat
    In reply to @lyndasuelew
  • Keithrispin Dec 4 @ 10:50 PM EST
    contemplating using: "pleasure to have in class, have a great summer" #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:51 PM EST
    Thanks for sharing @EdTechTraveler :) #bcedchat
    In reply to @EdTechTraveler
    • EdTechTraveler Dec 4 @ 10:50 PM EST
      haha well that's perfect! I hope it's awesome. If any Ts need a great resource, @BIEpbl is the perfect place to start!
      In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @BIEpbl
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:51 PM EST
    That is a perfect Winter Report card comment. #bcedchat
    In reply to @Keithrispin
  • lyndasuelew Dec 4 @ 10:51 PM EST
    As a parent, it is sooooo wonderful to have an idea of what my peeps do all day!!! #supperconvos #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @nathan_stevens
  • LisaRead Dec 4 @ 10:51 PM EST
    Hi everyone -- late to #bcedchat but I look forward to reading the #Storify
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:52 PM EST
    Great you could jump in. #bcedchat
    In reply to @LisaRead
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:52 PM EST
    That's the number one comment I get from parents: I now have a conversation-starter about school #bcedchat
    In reply to @lyndasuelew, @nathan_stevens
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:52 PM EST
    I dream the impossible dream all day #bcedchat
    In reply to @lyndasuelew, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • LemarrTreadwell Dec 4 @ 10:52 PM EST
    I'm offering this one-hour training to teachers using. First Attempt In Learning? #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:53 PM EST
    A6: I'm trying to minimize cross-curric challenges by learning and making my own connections to share w/ Ss as co-learner #bcedchat
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:54 PM EST
    That sharing of our own learning with our students is so important to share the lesson of lifelong learning. #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • andrewmead73 Dec 4 @ 10:54 PM EST
    curious to see how it goes. I'll be learning right beside them. Lots of choice. And there is lego. So safe I hope #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • bcedchat Dec 4 @ 10:55 PM EST
    Follow the people you have met in this chat - you will find they are the resource. #bcedchat
  • lyndasuelew Dec 4 @ 10:55 PM EST
    I guess have to figure how to walk beside colleagues who are still concerned about 'getting through everything' #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:55 PM EST
    A6 include everyone in idea creations #bcedchat or as many as needed
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:55 PM EST
    It will be great! And I would love to hear how it goes! #bcedchat
    In reply to @andrewmead73
  • nick_schumacher Dec 4 @ 10:55 PM EST
    A6. This will be a new set of skills for the Ss as well. All skills need to be taught, modeled and practiced. #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Dec 4 @ 10:56 PM EST
    We need your topic suggestions! Please suggest a topic for a future #bcedchat here: https://t.co/gT195rFYKt
  • andrewmead73 Dec 4 @ 10:56 PM EST
    I'm still fairly new to the school (and lucky to be there). I'll make it low key and fun (I hope). #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:56 PM EST
    Best support is to listen and allow. As new admin, teachers are reluctant to approach for change. #bcedchat
    In reply to @darceyreid66, @lizbellteacher
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:57 PM EST
    Yes, that's fair. The danger of comparison - it doesn't build you up. I'm guilty of it too. #bcedchat
    In reply to @lyndasuelew
  • lyndasuelew Dec 4 @ 10:57 PM EST
    2/2 w/out judgment, perhaps challenging (positive connotation) perceptions of old v new curriculum expectations #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:57 PM EST
    Q7: Are PBL and cross-curricular projects inherently similar or different? Why? #bcedchat
  • LemarrTreadwell Dec 4 @ 10:57 PM EST
    Night #bcedchat PLN. Thank you. Follow five leaders from tonight's chat #Followfive
  • bcedchat Dec 4 @ 10:58 PM EST
    Thank you for joining #bcedchat tonight!
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:58 PM EST
    here is a topic: how many mediums can we sculpt a statue of @MsVictoriaOlson out of? #bcedchat
    In reply to @bcedchat, @MsVictoriaOlson
  • andrewmead73 Dec 4 @ 10:58 PM EST
    I'll let you know. I'll post some pics at @mmshanover (Insta & Twitter). It's a strong grou! My hope is some fun #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @MMShanover
  • MsVictoriaOlson Dec 4 @ 10:58 PM EST
    That's the best way to make it successful - make it fun and about creation and sharing discovery! #bcedchat
    In reply to @andrewmead73, @MMShanover
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:58 PM EST
    How to become an honorary Canadian? #bcedchat
    In reply to @bcedchat
  • brynmw Dec 4 @ 10:58 PM EST
    A7: I feel I focused on the cross-curric. aspect, not the PBL.Not disconnected, but definitely separate. #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Dec 4 @ 10:59 PM EST
    Please join #bcedchat next week on December 11th at 7pm PST for our topic Collaboration, Culture, and Change.
  • nathan_stevens Dec 4 @ 10:59 PM EST
    A7 depends on the project or problem #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • lyndasuelew Dec 4 @ 10:59 PM EST
    I sent question of the day home through @remind101 to try to facilitate. So much P appreciation! #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @nathan_stevens, @remind101