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historynews May 1 @ 7:00 PM EDT

Events (50 years ago today): 1967 - Elvis Presley and Priscilla Beaulieu are married in Las Vegas . https://t.co/C2ZyaeP8qX #sschat

christycate May 1 @ 7:00 PM EDT

The 50 States Digital Breakouts via @preimers #tcea #sschat https://t.co/tYJGgdto9q

R14TechBytes May 1 @ 7:00 PM EDT

The 50 States Digital Breakouts via @preimers #tcea #sschat https://t.co/ssqWjrhNKY

highleyjane May 1 @ 7:01 PM EDT

Hello, #sschat Ts! Who's here? Let's begin w/ intros.

CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:01 PM EDT

Chris from Bloomington, IN. Teach world history for private online HS affiliated w/ Indiana University. Love helping Ss w/ writing. #sschat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Hi @highleyjane - great to see you hosting tonight! I teach high school social studies in PA #sschat

GeoJo22 May 1 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Joanne from Missouri. 7th grade worldhistory and 11th grade modern global issues. #sschat

TheShoe_CMS May 1 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Hey #sschat, Matt from Missouri. I teach 7th grade American History. History major, English minor, & major proponent of writing in SS.

KrystynaMVG May 1 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Krystyna from Thunder Bay, ON (Canada). Teacher of social studies and music. #sschat

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Happy May, everyone! 7th grade WH in #growMaury in Tennessee...ready to #sschat!

OsterEducator May 1 @ 7:02 PM EDT

How do use twitter in your primary social studies lessons? #sschat

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:03 PM EDT

Andrew from MA (gr.8 SocSt, formerly ELA) #sschat Happy May Day everybody! Tra la

lweyerich May 1 @ 7:03 PM EDT

I'm a junior Secondary Social Studies Education Major from the University of Missouri #sschat

In reply to @highleyjane

sssammie13 May 1 @ 7:03 PM EDT

Hey! I'm Sammie, a third year Secondary SS Education student at the University of Missouri-Columbia. #sschat

highleyjane May 1 @ 7:03 PM EDT

I teach 8th US & 10th World at an independent school in Philadelphia. #sschat

OsterEducator May 1 @ 7:03 PM EDT

How do use Twitter in your social studies lessons for primary students? #sschat

TheShoe_CMS May 1 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Back at you, Chris! Excited for this one & ready to pick up some new resources. #sschat

In reply to @CHitch94

GeoJo22 May 1 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Great. How are you? #sschat

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:04 PM EDT

@lweyerich Welcome to tonight's #sschat! Thanks for joining us, and hope we're helpful!

In reply to @sssammie13, @lweyerich

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Right back at you, Chris! Always enjoy learning from you! #sschat

In reply to @CHitch94

MrRoden94 May 1 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Jake from SC. First year, 5th grade SS and ELA teacher #sschat

owensemilyg May 1 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Emily from NY. 7th grade US history. #sschat

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Welcome, Jacob! First year! How's it going? #sschat

In reply to @MrRoden94

highleyjane May 1 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Apologies in advance - first-time hosting chat...Here goes the first question. #sschat

grantmsmith90 May 1 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Grant Smith, 8th grade US History, Katy, TX #sschat

johnsonmaryj May 1 @ 7:06 PM EDT

Hi, #sschat, from Mary in CO. I'll be in and out tonight, kind of like in and out of consciousness?

scottmpetri May 1 @ 7:06 PM EDT

Scott, HS World & US History teacher, LA, CA. Love goal-setting strategies and using SRSD Instruction in writing #sschat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:06 PM EDT

Happy teacher appreciation week! #sschat

CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:06 PM EDT

A1) Definitely got lot of help w/ my writing in my undergrad & grad history courses. Active vs passive voice, writing clearly, etc. #sschat

grantmsmith90 May 1 @ 7:07 PM EDT

I learned what good writing was from a college professor...she broke my writing down and then built it back up again! #sschat

KrystynaMVG May 1 @ 7:07 PM EDT

A1 I learnt through practising writing and reading a lot! The more academic papers I read, the better my writing got! #sschat

TheShoe_CMS May 1 @ 7:07 PM EDT

A1. Had a great 6th grade teacher who recognized I had an interest & worked w/me. Grad school professors helped me a lot. #sschat

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:07 PM EDT

A1 Lucky to have strong HS ELA dept who drilled the writing basics. Made college a breeze! (Anyone remember the Harbrace Handbook?) #sschat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:08 PM EDT

A1 freshman college year - never saw so much red! I swore to never let that happen to my students -and is why I grade wth purple pen #sschat

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:08 PM EDT

A1: I'm sure I absorbed a few things from MS and HS tchrs, but the one I remember best & revisit most is the inimitable @jbf1755 #sschat

owensemilyg May 1 @ 7:08 PM EDT

A1 From reading a lot of different types of texts. #sschat

highleyjane May 1 @ 7:08 PM EDT

A1 I learned from a college prof who used Ss' essays as examples of what not to do. Ouch! Humbling but valuable grammar lessons. #sschat

jfahler May 1 @ 7:08 PM EDT

Josh Fahler 10th gr. #whap in Pearland, TAX #sschat

scottmpetri May 1 @ 7:08 PM EDT

I will be using this as an exemplar with my 10th & 11th grade students. Well done Tashia! #nced #sschat #teachwriting

In reply to @kennycmckee, @BuncombeSchools

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:08 PM EDT

Wonderful! Enjoy actively monitoring! 😄 #sschat

In reply to @MrRoden94

sssammie13 May 1 @ 7:08 PM EDT

Q1. I don't think I ever really learned what "good writing" was. It was more following rubric guidelines that were provided to me #sschat

MrRoden94 May 1 @ 7:08 PM EDT

A1. I feel that I got my best feedback on my writing and learned the most about "good writing" during my freshman year of college #sschat

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:08 PM EDT

maybe...did it have a red cover? #sschat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach

paigelank May 1 @ 7:08 PM EDT

I learned from my high school English teachers who put great importance on how to write strong essays&sampled what good writing is #sschat

TheShoe_CMS May 1 @ 7:09 PM EDT

Agree that reading helps exponentially! I always wonder how Ss who don't read can ever write successfully. #sschat

In reply to @owensemilyg

scottmpetri May 1 @ 7:09 PM EDT

Hi Chris, getting ready for the final push to the end of the school year. Hope you are well. #sschat

In reply to @CHitch94

johnsonmaryj May 1 @ 7:09 PM EDT

Years ago, I had no idea how important writing would be to my career satisfaction. Wish I had passed message on to all students. #sschat

jfahler May 1 @ 7:10 PM EDT

A1 history courses and my senior thesis were my boot camp for writing I still am annoyed that I repeat my same mistakes often #sschat

DrProfGannan May 1 @ 7:10 PM EDT

#sschat I'm Zach, 3rd year Sec. Ed at Mizzou

AssignmentHelpN May 1 @ 7:10 PM EDT

#engchat #engsschat #plearnchat #kyadmin #sschat #DubChat 9 Points Professors Look for in a Term Paper https://t.co/TIlvLrRta3

owensemilyg May 1 @ 7:10 PM EDT

I also don't use red! I grade in green. An ed professor once told me "green means go" so we could revise. Has stuck with me #sschat

In reply to @historycomics

lweyerich May 1 @ 7:10 PM EDT

in my WRICA class last semster, i learned that good writing conveys content specific info without distracting excess info #sschat

In reply to @highleyjane

highleyjane May 1 @ 7:10 PM EDT

Also being an immigrant as a little kid helped me want to be a good writer to make parents proud! #sschat

CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:10 PM EDT

Agree. The more writing you see, the more you learn about punctuation, grammar, spelling, etc. #sschat

In reply to @TheShoe_CMS, @owensemilyg

scottmpetri May 1 @ 7:10 PM EDT

Thanks Stu, I will look into it. I have done a few history movie clubs on the weekend and many Ss have shown up #sschat

ChitownStu May 1 @ 7:08 PM EDT

Hey Scott, saw this book at #AERA17 and thought of you...
In reply to @scottmpetri

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:10 PM EDT

Yep, and full of writing rules/nuances. I was bad at superfluous commas (rule 21c). #sschat

In reply to @flipping_A_tchr

sssammie13 May 1 @ 7:10 PM EDT

I had the same experience my freshman year, unfortunately! How do you guide your students in their writing to avoid that? #sschat

In reply to @historycomics

CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:11 PM EDT

I don't think that was something emphasized when I was in HS. But the college profs definitely pointed out passive voice. Eeek! #sschat

In reply to @highleyjane

GeoJo22 May 1 @ 7:11 PM EDT

A1 I mostly learned by reading. Then modeled my writing after those examples. Instructor in grad school gave me the best feedback. #sschat

caranowou May 1 @ 7:11 PM EDT

Ken from Western Oregon University #sschat

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:11 PM EDT

Some people, who should know better, still do this, without knowing it #sschat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach

TheShoe_CMS May 1 @ 7:12 PM EDT

My MA thesis adviser had a field day w/my comma splices & superfluous commas. Still question myself when writing. #sschat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @flipping_A_tchr

scottmpetri May 1 @ 7:12 PM EDT

A1 Learned good writing by having my Eng/Journalism T tear me apart in front of HS newspaper staff. #toughlove #sschat

highleyjane May 1 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Q2 might be a fire-cracker of a question, but here goes anyway... #sschat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Break it down. Begin with thesis. Outline. Annotated works cited. PEER REVIEW and lots of writing throughout year - practice! #sschat

In reply to @sssammie13

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:12 PM EDT

I'll never forget getting back 1st paper of 10th grade. T gave content/grammar grade. I made A/F....which meant a C. 😩 Learned fast! #sschat

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:13 PM EDT

I had to write that Harbrace rule so 👏🏻 many 👏🏻 times 👏🏻. (But I finally figured it out). #sschat

In reply to @TheShoe_CMS, @flipping_A_tchr

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:13 PM EDT

YEAH! Let's dig right into the controversies 12 minutes into the #sschat! [Michael Jackson eating popcorn]

highleyjane May 1 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Q2 might be a fire-cracker of a question, but here goes anyway... #sschat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:13 PM EDT

A2 not evil at all - model@good writing. Then go beyond. Too many not taught good structure as solid foundation #sschat

KrystynaMVG May 1 @ 7:14 PM EDT

A2: Learn it inside and out and then you can play around with it! You can't play a piano concerto until you master an etude! #sschat

TheShoe_CMS May 1 @ 7:14 PM EDT

A2. As w/anything,presenting many paths to a solution is beneficial. Sure, keep the 5-paragraph formula, but it's not the only way! #sschat

caranowou May 1 @ 7:14 PM EDT

Think I can decipher the Q from seeing Answers, but can't find Q1. Can somebody retweet it? #sschat

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:14 PM EDT

Love that! #sschat

In reply to @owensemilyg, @historycomics

MrsRicklis May 1 @ 7:14 PM EDT

Hi #sschat Brittany from NJ joining a little late, 6th & 7th grade SS

scottmpetri May 1 @ 7:14 PM EDT

A2 5 paragraph essay is dead. Teach writing for a purpose with MEAL & RAFT prompts. https://t.co/93InAKR3Z9 #sschat

CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:14 PM EDT

A2) Think 5 paragraph essay can be good model for Ss who lack confidence/skill but should not be end goal or only accepted format. #sschat

grantmsmith90 May 1 @ 7:14 PM EDT

The five paragraph essay has its place, but I don't think it should be a regular occurance. Build up to it to teach structure. #sschat

MrPowley May 1 @ 7:15 PM EDT

A2 it's a cop out but depends on the goal of the assessment. That style also tends to suck the energy and interest away from a topic #sschat

Hist_simulation May 1 @ 7:15 PM EDT

^DH#WW2 Aggressors Invade Nations PowerPoint & Keynote Presentation #sschat https://t.co/32SnHSRLmm

massignmenthelp May 1 @ 7:15 PM EDT

#engchat #engsschat #plearnchat #formativechat #kyadmin #sschat #DubChat Tips for Learning Mathematics to Students https://t.co/4jSNAvgzTZ

highleyjane May 1 @ 7:15 PM EDT

Q1How did you learn what “good writing” is? (e.g., from your college prof? as a new teacher?) #sschat

caranowou May 1 @ 7:14 PM EDT

Think I can decipher the Q from seeing Answers, but can't find Q1. Can somebody retweet it? #sschat

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:15 PM EDT

A2 Tentative yes but let's be careful: Do Ss know what a paragraph really is 1st? Why do we ask 4th graders to write multi-P pieces? #sschat

lweyerich May 1 @ 7:15 PM EDT

A2. structure is important in early stages of writing, but producing good content that promotes learning should take precedence #sschat

In reply to @highleyjane

caranowou May 1 @ 7:15 PM EDT

A2 Good to learn the rules and structure, but Ss should also be taught other writing methods & allowed to be creative #sschat

MsJWhiting May 1 @ 7:15 PM EDT

Hi #sschat Jackie from CT arriving a bit late to the party!

jfahler May 1 @ 7:15 PM EDT

A2 I say no. From a teachers pov it is immensely easier to teach and grade formulaic writing to 150 Ss. See the AP history rubrics #sschat

MrPereiraCA May 1 @ 7:15 PM EDT

Doug from W. NYS. APUSH & World History. #sschat

sssammie13 May 1 @ 7:15 PM EDT

I think the 5-paragraph essay is a good outline to start with, but encourage students once they're comfortable to break away from it #sschat

DrProfGannan May 1 @ 7:15 PM EDT

A2. Its just a game that needs played. Getting their pount across in just 5 paragraphs shows true knowledge. #sschat

MrRoden94 May 1 @ 7:15 PM EDT

A2. Yes it is a necessary evil; you have to learn to crawl before you can walk, so Ss need to learn the rules first, then shorten it #sschat

owensemilyg May 1 @ 7:16 PM EDT

A2 It's one form (and a useful template for future academic writing) but not the only form. Need to have many opportunities to write #sschat

grantmsmith90 May 1 @ 7:16 PM EDT

Exactly! It should be a starting point and then build. #sschat

In reply to @historycomics

bmdbq6 May 1 @ 7:16 PM EDT

A2 five paragraph essays can be good to give students who want structure help but can limit more creative students #sschat

grantmsmith90 May 1 @ 7:16 PM EDT

Amen! #sschat

In reply to @MrPowley

paigelank May 1 @ 7:16 PM EDT

A2. I agree with what people have said that learning it inside and out, the how's of how to write by breaking it down before #sschat

MrsRicklis May 1 @ 7:16 PM EDT

A3 The planning & brainstorming skills taught as part of the process are necessary. #sschat

MsJWhiting May 1 @ 7:17 PM EDT

I am a HUGE fan of They Say, I Say https://t.co/AU6lxTqaQu excellent scaffolding of academic writing with voice #sschat

MrPereiraCA May 1 @ 7:17 PM EDT

A1 Combination of college courses and reading a plenty of good writing. #sschat

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:17 PM EDT

A2 5 para essay is a great intro to writing. Teaches Ss to organize/draft a cohesive product. (Just don't make it end-game) #sschat

GeoJo22 May 1 @ 7:17 PM EDT

A2 Most Ss need the structure. It's scaffolding, isn't it? #sschat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:17 PM EDT

Wow. Surprised at some answers - agree to disagree and moves on... #sschat

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:18 PM EDT

Our state testing doesn't require 5 para essay...I practice w/ it, then work with Ss on how to get point across outside of 5 paras. #sschat

MrPereiraCA May 1 @ 7:18 PM EDT

A2 5 paragraph essay is a great place to start. Tinkering with it comes with experience. #sschat

scottmpetri May 1 @ 7:18 PM EDT

This book helped me to get through my doc program. There is a HS edition too! #sschat

In reply to @MsJWhiting

owensemilyg May 1 @ 7:18 PM EDT

I'll second this recommendation! Great way to frame academic writing as a way of entering an "academic dialogue" Provides a purpose! #sschat

In reply to @MsJWhiting

MsJWhiting May 1 @ 7:18 PM EDT

When S's ask "is this a 5 paragraph essay" I say only if you can intro, prove and conclude your thesis in 5 paragraphs #sschat

HarrySSchatz May 1 @ 7:19 PM EDT

Learned what "good writing" is through helpfull college professor and host teachers in the field. #sschat

highleyjane May 1 @ 7:15 PM EDT
Q1How did you learn what “good writing” is? (e.g., from your college prof? as a new teacher?) #sschat
- caranowou May 1 @ 7:14 PM EDT
  
  Think I can decipher the Q from seeing Answers, but can't find Q1. Can somebody retweet it? #sschat

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:19 PM EDT

A2: My fav number is 3 not 5: You can sit on chair with 3 legs but not less--your claim needs 3 supports but not less (sorry: fewer) #sschat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Actually - my students never have less than six paragraphs - need a counter argument. #sschat

MrsRicklis May 1 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Good point. In my SS classes most writing pieces are 3 paragraphs. Most single paragraphs need at least 3 main details. #sschat

In reply to @flipping_A_tchr

highleyjane May 1 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Share your favorite techniques to teach solid writing. #sschat

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Would this be too weird as beach/summer reading? #sschat #askingforafriend

In reply to @scottmpetri, @MsJWhiting

MsJWhiting May 1 @ 7:21 PM EDT

I learned to write from college philosophy prof: write 10 pages, peer review, now make it 5 pages, now make it 2, now turn it in #sschat

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:21 PM EDT

Good point, but that's more of a 7th/8th grade skill #sschat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Actually - my students never have less than six paragraphs - need a counter argument. #sschat

MidStatesCSS May 1 @ 7:21 PM EDT

Access 1200 Hist/SS courses w/30k hrs of audio/video lecture from world-class universities, free to download #sschat https://t.co/SnYmbWkKVZ

TheShoe_CMS May 1 @ 7:21 PM EDT

Shouldn't we be concerned w/quality rather than quantity anyway? Prove your thesis, take as long or little as you need. #sschat

In reply to @flipping_A_tchr

KrystynaMVG May 1 @ 7:21 PM EDT

Q3: I tend to use visual representations to help students remember/recall because it has the universal benefit of helping ESL/ELLs #sschat

21stcmused May 1 @ 7:21 PM EDT

Hi! David, Music Educator from SC. #sschat

MsJWhiting May 1 @ 7:21 PM EDT

Awesome summer read... that is when I read it... and mapped out a semester's worth of writing experiences for the start of the year! #sschat

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Would this be too weird as beach/summer reading? #sschat #askingforafriend
In reply to @scottmpetri, @MsJWhiting

CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A3) W/ struggling Ss, I used hamburger analogy. Intro & conclusion are buns, body pgphs patties, supporting details are fixings. #sschat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:22 PM EDT

I teach high school - they are encouraged to write more than six, but some still need the format #sschat

In reply to @flipping_A_tchr

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:22 PM EDT

Oooh counterarguments! I ask students to acknowledge it, but our 8th grade Ts build in the complete counterargument. #sschat

In reply to @historycomics

owensemilyg May 1 @ 7:22 PM EDT

No! : ) And it's physically a small text. Fits perfectly in a beach bag! #sschat

In reply to @flipping_A_tchr, @scottmpetri, @MsJWhiting

MrRoden94 May 1 @ 7:22 PM EDT

A3. I do not have any at this time; I would love to learn some for next year! #sschat

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:22 PM EDT

Yes! That's why frankly I don't mind a really long single-paragraph answer like I used to. Did you prove your point? Great!! #sschat

TheShoe_CMS May 1 @ 7:21 PM EDT

Shouldn't we be concerned w/quality rather than quantity anyway? Prove your thesis, take as long or little as you need. #sschat
In reply to @flipping_A_tchr

GeoJo22 May 1 @ 7:22 PM EDT

I agree with you there. Ss need to learn to write a great paragraph before they move on to longer assignments. #sschat

In reply to @flipping_A_tchr

scottmpetri May 1 @ 7:22 PM EDT

I don't think Ss would go through it. Better to give them skill builders and use book as prob-solving resource #sschat

In reply to @flipping_A_tchr, @MsJWhiting

vicpasquantonio May 1 @ 7:22 PM EDT

Civil War’s Causes: Historians Largely United on Slavery, But Public Divided https://t.co/LuAJRAwyQA via @NewsHour #sschat #apush #hsgovchat

HarrySSchatz May 1 @ 7:22 PM EDT

Q.2 I think that 5 paragraphs is a great start, but putting students to strict limitations could hurt student creativity and opinion #sschat

MrsRicklis May 1 @ 7:23 PM EDT

A3 I used the hamburger poster at some point #sschat

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:23 PM EDT

"less substance and just babbling" I got enough of that from the content of today's news stories ;) #sschat

highleyjane May 1 @ 7:22 PM EDT

Love this! Better to read a shorter, solid essay with good support & structure than a long one with less substance and just babbling.

historycomics May 1 @ 7:23 PM EDT

If someone tweets that research papers are dead, then imma burn down this chat - just sayin #sschat

sssammie13 May 1 @ 7:23 PM EDT

A3. I don't have any right now, any have any good strategies to suggest? #sschat

TheShoe_CMS May 1 @ 7:24 PM EDT

Yep. Ss are often befuddled by that kind of response. Ss: How long does this need to be? Me: Long enough to prove your point. #sschat

In reply to @flipping_A_tchr

21stcmused May 1 @ 7:24 PM EDT

A1: I really learned how to write, while going through the many iterations of my dissertation. Hard work, but worth it! #sschat

CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:24 PM EDT

:) That is usually my response.#sschat

In reply to @TheShoe_CMS, @flipping_A_tchr

MrsRicklis May 1 @ 7:25 PM EDT

As an SS teacher w/ Ss who have different Eng tchers it's sometimes hard to reinforce a specific structure/tell them what's "wrong" #sschat

MrPereiraCA May 1 @ 7:25 PM EDT

A3 For body paragraphs w/ our struggling Ss, we use REEC (Restate, 2 pieces of evidence, conclude). Basic but a decent starting pt. #sschat

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:25 PM EDT

A3 persuasive writing: "You are a boxer. Legs=support, stand tall, fists=knockout punch for ending, head=out-think your opponent" #sschat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:25 PM EDT

I sent out a survey to PA history professors and dept chairs about writing to bring together secondary and post expectations #sschat

TheShoe_CMS May 1 @ 7:25 PM EDT

Put away the matches! I love research papers. It's an important medium. I'm just on board w/supplementary presentation options. #sschat

In reply to @historycomics

JudyArzt May 1 @ 7:26 PM EDT

32 Great Educational Websites for #Teachers https://t.co/9ipkUMjqRI #sschat #mathchat #scichat #elachat #ArtsEd

teachpluralism May 1 @ 7:26 PM EDT

Hi! Nina from DC, joining a little late. I teach 5th grade homeroom (Reading, Writing, SS) #sschat

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:26 PM EDT

A3 I use whatever my ELA team uses...lately that's TIDE (Thesis, Impt Details, Ending). #sschat

HarrySSchatz May 1 @ 7:26 PM EDT

I agree I think this is an awesome technique we can use in our class rooms! #sschat

In reply to @paigelank

historycomics May 1 @ 7:26 PM EDT

Response was clear - #1 need was a full and organized argument. #sschat

RealRyanPeronto May 1 @ 7:26 PM EDT

good ideas! #sschat

In reply to @paigelank

mustefaJ May 1 @ 7:26 PM EDT

there’s a tim + place for everything in all we do. Deep research is the best– & even better is when it’s funded :) #sschat

In reply to @historycomics

21stcmused May 1 @ 7:26 PM EDT

Being a music teacher, I love this analogy! #sschat

In reply to @KrystynaMVG

highleyjane May 1 @ 7:27 PM EDT

A3 an unfortunate one - PEE (make a POINT, show EVIDENCE & EXAMPLE) #sschat

scottmpetri May 1 @ 7:27 PM EDT

A3 SRSD Instruction helps Ss by providing helpful mnemonics. https://t.co/Hq0J0LpTQc Follow @thinkSRSD for more. #sschat

MsJWhiting May 1 @ 7:27 PM EDT

Digital writing is important too - supporting a written argument with media and publishing it; great text https://t.co/NVDZgiDMrJ #sschat

caranowou May 1 @ 7:27 PM EDT

A3 Don't really use, but remember "OREO" for struggling readers & lower grades (opinion, reason for, example, restate opinion) #sschat

lweyerich May 1 @ 7:27 PM EDT

love this, interesting way to potentially connect with athletes in the class #sschat

In reply to @flipping_A_tchr

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:27 PM EDT

I use similar analogy for quotes - quote sandwich = identifier (As the author says... etc.), quote, explanation. #sschat

In reply to @CHitch94

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:27 PM EDT

any visual aids posted in your classroom for that mnemonic?? #sschat

highleyjane May 1 @ 7:27 PM EDT

A3 an unfortunate one - PEE (make a POINT, show EVIDENCE & EXAMPLE) #sschat

CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:27 PM EDT

Do you think that some of Ss' issue w/ this is ?s or prompts that don't really force them to make an argument? #sschat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:26 PM EDT

Response was clear - #1 need was a full and organized argument. #sschat

MrPereiraCA May 1 @ 7:28 PM EDT

Great point! It helps for the students to have consistency, #sschat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach

TheShoe_CMS May 1 @ 7:28 PM EDT

A3. I intro. Mr. Fluff & Mr. Fit w/7th grade. Fluff spits superfluous words, Fit is lean/to the point. Silly...but it works. #sschat

highleyjane May 1 @ 7:28 PM EDT

.@historycomics , what's the one you guys use at wiss hs and ms? #sschat

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:28 PM EDT

The boxer analogy also helped b/c they think the "punch" is most important, but boxers prepare their whole body for a fight #sschat

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MsJWhiting May 1 @ 7:29 PM EDT

The punch starts in your toes; if it doesn't, you are doing it wrong! #sschat

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:28 PM EDT

The boxer analogy also helped b/c they think the "punch" is most important, but boxers prepare their whole body for a fight #sschat
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stephensonmused May 1 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A1: I really learned how to write, while going through the many iterations of my dissertation. Hard work, but worth it! #sschat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:29 PM EDT

#2 was a basic timeline in heads. Not sure if it was quality of prompt. Know many respondents - don't think that was issue #sschat

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highleyjane May 1 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A3 -Not a memory device, but I tell Ss to always "dive, not snorkel" in their writing. #sschat

teachpluralism May 1 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A2: We use the painted essay which is 4 paragraphs - great color coded structure to teach organizing writing #sschat https://t.co/uISyQRFLsm

TrueNorthCG May 1 @ 7:30 PM EDT

Tonight on #EDpiper! #edtechafterdark #leadupchat #tlap #edchat #CelebrateMonday #vachat #iLedchat #sschat

madisonteacher May 1 @ 7:30 PM EDT

The latest Social Studies & Education! https://t.co/SiUm7QhMK2 Thanks to @scottmpetri @TeachingLC @dwsteven #sschat #tlap

listenwiselearn May 1 @ 7:30 PM EDT

WATCH this 30 minute webinar: Navigating Fake News in the Classroom? #newslit #engchat #sschat https://t.co/AKdzTbi5tO

historycomics May 1 @ 7:30 PM EDT

#sschat TICAP and TEAEAC

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CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:30 PM EDT

I know sometimes I try to ensure that the prompts I give Ss require them to take a position or support a particular argument. #sschat

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MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:31 PM EDT

Consistency is key! 😄 Successful strategies help kids and Ts with good writing. #sschat

In reply to @MrPereiraCA

historycomics May 1 @ 7:31 PM EDT

My focus is "so what" - always choose a side and prove your point - otherwise, why bother? #sschat

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highleyjane May 1 @ 7:32 PM EDT

Q4 is coming up! #sschat

stephensonmused May 1 @ 7:32 PM EDT

A2: This answer's so good, I couldn't have said it any better (being a music teacher)! #sschat

KrystynaMVG May 1 @ 7:14 PM EDT

A2: Learn it inside and out and then you can play around with it! You can't play a piano concerto until you master an etude! #sschat

CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:32 PM EDT

Yessssss! I'm all about "so what?" and "who cares?" :) #sschat

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flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:32 PM EDT

I know I've given some mediocre prompts in the past. Sometimes you don't know til you get weak responses then realize your own error #sschat

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MrPereiraCA May 1 @ 7:32 PM EDT

Going through some hopeful changes soon though. Fingers crossed #sschat

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MrsRicklis May 1 @ 7:32 PM EDT

I've been using the @DBQProject curriculum for this & it structures the research process & writing process beautifully #sschat

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highleyjane May 1 @ 7:33 PM EDT

Sharing is caring, right? #sschat

CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:33 PM EDT

Good point. At some point, Ss should be able to do this themselves but I think that can take a while. #sschat

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historycomics May 1 @ 7:33 PM EDT

Good for you! We make mistakes too - ok to share w/students. Don't punish their grades for our error #sschat

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scottmpetri May 1 @ 7:33 PM EDT

Agreed @DBQProject provides some of the best training on teaching critical thinking that I have ever attended. #sschat

MrsRicklis May 1 @ 7:32 PM EDT

I've been using the @DBQProject curriculum for this & it structures the research process & writing process beautifully #sschat
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KrystynaMVG May 1 @ 7:34 PM EDT

A4: The ones where students have been given choice and free range! You get the best and most passionate products that way! #sschat

MsJWhiting May 1 @ 7:34 PM EDT

A4: writing historical fiction means S's are engaged in inquiry, researching, creatively crafting an argument; imagination! #sschat

bmdbq6 May 1 @ 7:34 PM EDT

A4 My favorite types of writings make students choose a aside and argue to defend their position #sschat

caranowou May 1 @ 7:35 PM EDT

A4 persuasive writing, historiographies, using multiple sources (& perspectives) to formulate written arguments #sschat

MsJWhiting May 1 @ 7:35 PM EDT

A2a: personal essays/narratives help A's develop empathy by beginning w/ personal moment of reflection and finding bigger meaning #sschat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:35 PM EDT

My all-time favorite was pulling away from content and using Star Wars comic to focus on textual evidence and organization #sschat

CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:35 PM EDT

A4) Use mini-DBQ type prompts w/ sources that provide some measure of conflicting views. Ask Ss to identify discrepancies & so what. #sschat

scottmpetri May 1 @ 7:35 PM EDT

A4 I think teaching historical narrative is the most neglected area of HS history instr. https://t.co/6nFdOyoEcl #sschat

stephensonmused May 1 @ 7:35 PM EDT

A4: Argumentative essays! My favorite falls under our "Music and Dissent" unit. Many SS references in that unit, by the way! #sschat

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:36 PM EDT

A4 my students' Valley Forge & Constitution vs Tyranny @DBQProject pieces are consistently some of the best #sschat

scottmpetri May 1 @ 7:33 PM EDT
Agreed @DBQProject provides some of the best training on teaching critical thinking that I have ever attended. #sschat
- MrsRicklis May 1 @ 7:32 PM EDT
  
  I've been using the @DBQProject curriculum for this & it structures the research process & writing process beautifully #sschat
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TheShoe_CMS May 1 @ 7:36 PM EDT

A4. Writing from the another perspective, counter arguments, historiography, DBQ essays, digital writing, graphic novels. #sschat

MrRoden94 May 1 @ 7:36 PM EDT

A4. My favs are opinion pieces that Ss get to choose their own topic for; it's nice seeing Ss share and defend their opinions #sschat

STLinOK May 1 @ 7:36 PM EDT

Joining late - Amy Presley in OK. Fav type of writing is DBQs (but I always kick myself when I see the pile for scoring!) #sschat

MsJWhiting May 1 @ 7:36 PM EDT

23 years in HS social studies; this year I transitioned to HS library media (so lots of research writing!) #sschat

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flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:37 PM EDT

That's probably a large part of why many Ss think history="lists of facts" #sschat

scottmpetri May 1 @ 7:35 PM EDT

A4 I think teaching historical narrative is the most neglected area of HS history instr. https://t.co/6nFdOyoEcl #sschat

paigelank May 1 @ 7:37 PM EDT

Q4. In the class that I am student observing in, they do a lot of DBQ essays which makes them draw on old knowledge&support with new #sschat

theASIDEblog May 1 @ 7:37 PM EDT

We teach the students that "structure is your friend" regarding essay writing. #sschat

teachpluralism May 1 @ 7:37 PM EDT

A4: love persuasive essays -Ss research topics they care about + convince others to act! #sschat

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:37 PM EDT

Love that! I always say to not start "mid convo." Start from beginning bc reader needs quick intro before jumping in to discussion. #sschat

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StudentsHistory May 1 @ 7:37 PM EDT

A4) I like giving students the history & letting them connect to today though their writing. Let's me see their critical thinking #sschat

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:38 PM EDT

Set up your opponent(reader)... don't throw all your best punches right away! #sschat

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CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:38 PM EDT

Yes! I tell Ss toassume they are writing for someone pretty ignorant about topic. Assume reader is an idiot & spell everything out. #sschat

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GeoJo22 May 1 @ 7:38 PM EDT

So true. Sometimes the S brain is not on the same wavelength as the T brain. #sschat

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STLinOK May 1 @ 7:39 PM EDT

A4(b): always tease Ss about how Hist Ts are "Balony" pros - keep it simple & straight to the point. Get windy & I get distracted #sschat

theASIDEblog May 1 @ 7:39 PM EDT

We teach an organizational structure. Whether it's 3-5 paragraphs, structure matters. Learn it; apply to anything, in any subject. #sschat

CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:39 PM EDT

When Ss assume T will "know what they are talking about," that means I have to assume they know. I need evidence not assumptions. ;) #sschat

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MsJWhiting May 1 @ 7:40 PM EDT

S's define their characters by answering these questions about the main ones: https://t.co/8l3bwyH2eu must provide citations #sschat

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scottmpetri May 1 @ 7:40 PM EDT

Yep. My HS Ss need constrant reminders about defining academic terms. #sschat

In reply to @CHitch94, @MsHolmesTeach, @flipping_A_tchr

lweyerich May 1 @ 7:40 PM EDT

A4: pre/post lesson quick writes-i love to be able to see how a students thinking progresses thru a lesson &how they apply that info #sschat

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MsJWhiting May 1 @ 7:40 PM EDT

They use Google Maps and historical photos to develop setting #sschat

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historycomics May 1 @ 7:40 PM EDT

I go a bit further - tell them to "pretend" that they think I am an idiot - explain it to me. #sschat I get some guilty giggles

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MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:40 PM EDT

I feel like I'm forever reminding Ss that re-stating Q/prompt can help with introduction. #sschat

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MarkoMarkolovic May 1 @ 7:41 PM EDT

Last #apgov review in the books. Love how simple it is to record with the padcaster. #apgopo #govchat #sschat #hsgovtchat

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:41 PM EDT

Yes! I struggle with the random usage of "his", "they", "their", etc. Who are you talking about??? #sschat

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CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:41 PM EDT

LOL I try to keep it to "your reader." Encourage them to have someone not expert read & see if it makes sense. #sschat

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MrPereiraCA May 1 @ 7:41 PM EDT

A4 I prefer DBQs w/o any constructed response (short-answer ?s that follow each doc). Let the S ask the guiding questions. #sschat

highleyjane May 1 @ 7:41 PM EDT

A4) I like using one image and have Ss write analytical pieces on what they see and what they've learned. #sschat

KrystynaMVG May 1 @ 7:42 PM EDT

Yes! I often write "instead of using 'it' just write what IT is!" #sschat

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MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:42 PM EDT

I usually name a teacher who teaches a completely different subject. Can your science/math teachers read and understand? #sschat

In reply to @historycomics, @CHitch94, @flipping_A_tchr

GeoJo22 May 1 @ 7:42 PM EDT

A4 I like to ask the S to take on an historical role and respond. Put them in someone else's shoes. Demos content knowledge. #sschat

CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:42 PM EDT

Yes! And then define key terms, provide sense of time/place, tell us what point is w/o saying, "I am going to be writing about..." #sschat

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teachpluralism May 1 @ 7:42 PM EDT

A4b: Ss wrote persuasive essays about if children should have the right to vote + we started w/pop up debates to practice our claims #sschat

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:43 PM EDT

Middle schoolers (and certain adults) cannot be trusted with pronouns :) #sschat

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:41 PM EDT

Yes! I struggle with the random usage of "his", "they", "their", etc. Who are you talking about??? #sschat
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historycomics May 1 @ 7:43 PM EDT

Yes yes - you are all clearly more professional than I - perhaps I am the idiot? Lol. #sschat

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scottmpetri May 1 @ 7:43 PM EDT

Any #sschat tweeps attending #cuerockstar History Teacher Edition? @USSHornetMuseum sleepover. https://t.co/qIo7iytlbW

caranowou May 1 @ 7:43 PM EDT

Time to take my daughter to ballet. Thanks #sschat!

theASIDEblog May 1 @ 7:43 PM EDT

We also constantly emphasis that "what you say," and "how you say it" both matter. #sschat

TheShoe_CMS May 1 @ 7:43 PM EDT

Liked Ss blogging for that reason. Writing for an authentic audience that may not know all they know. You have to explain. #sschat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @CHitch94, @flipping_A_tchr

johnsonmaryj May 1 @ 7:44 PM EDT

That's why I love Circle of Viewpoints routine: https://t.co/1d9iqxoNq0 #sschat

In reply to @GeoJo22

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:44 PM EDT

@historycomics is the master. He has dozens of perfectly curated GIFs & comic JPGs #sschat

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MrPereiraCA May 1 @ 7:44 PM EDT

A4 I also like to have Ss write in response to each other. Answer diff prompts then swap. #sschat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Sorry @highleyjane - I am THAT kid in class today! #sschat

CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Agree. In my online courses, Ss share work w/ other Ss so need to write clearly or other Ss will be asking lots of ?s. #sschat

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MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:45 PM EDT

That and "In conclusion.." drive me bananas! #sschat

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MrPereiraCA May 1 @ 7:45 PM EDT

Yes w/ them focusing on grouping docs to support each main point. #sschat

In reply to @highleyjane

historycomics May 1 @ 7:45 PM EDT

You knew it was coming... #sschat

In reply to @flipping_A_tchr, @highleyjane, @CHitch94, @MsHolmesTeach

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:46 PM EDT

YYYAAAAAASSSSSSSS #SSchat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:45 PM EDT

You knew it was coming... #sschat
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MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:46 PM EDT

My students say I'm a savage. #sschat

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theASIDEblog May 1 @ 7:46 PM EDT

"It" and "they" mean nothing unless we know who "it" and "they" are. #sschat

STLinOK May 1 @ 7:46 PM EDT

I hand them a big fat sharpie to mark through those & them have them read to me exactly what follows. They realize they CAN write #sschat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @CHitch94, @flipping_A_tchr

GeoJo22 May 1 @ 7:47 PM EDT

Just today they had to imagine they were reps of city-states in Anc. Greece, had to decide which alliance to join. #sschat

In reply to @highleyjane

johnsonmaryj May 1 @ 7:47 PM EDT

Have used Circle of Viewpoints w/ choices of writing: letters to editor, letters home, poetry, blogs, music lyrics, diary entries. #sschat

CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:47 PM EDT

:) Mine used to say I was harder on their grammar/spelling than their English Ts. I took that as a compliment. :) #sschat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @historycomics, @flipping_A_tchr

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:47 PM EDT

I so wish I taught with the whole #sschat crew. Our department meetings would be 🔥🔥🔥

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jshoja May 1 @ 7:47 PM EDT

Tell students this isn't Twitter, you are allowed more than 180 characters, explain thoroughly! #sschat

highleyjane May 1 @ 7:47 PM EDT

Can't believe it's almost over!!! #sschat

stephensonmused May 1 @ 7:48 PM EDT

Before I forget, I want to invite you to a new chat beginning tomorrow night. Please RT and follow us! #sschat

theASIDEblog May 1 @ 7:48 PM EDT

We put a question on the board one day - What did they trade with them, and how did it help him? Panicked, then they got the point. #sschat

TheShoe_CMS May 1 @ 7:49 PM EDT

A5. Bell-ringers, Exit tickets, sentence starters, blogging, peer-editing, partner writing. #sschat

STLinOK May 1 @ 7:49 PM EDT

A5: bit pieces - write the thesis & 1st supporting paragraph. Then just outline the rest. Swap around next run #sschat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:49 PM EDT

A5 peer review. Focus skill. Outline. Do Nows. Answer in a thesis statement. Etc #sschat

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:49 PM EDT

Somewhere along the way, I lost Q4. #oops #slacker #sschat

MrsRicklis May 1 @ 7:49 PM EDT

A5 Doing just the right amount of revisions to make them feel like they are learning but not hopeless at perfecting a piece #sschat

KrystynaMVG May 1 @ 7:50 PM EDT

A5: peering editing! My uni rhetoric prof made us get 2 peers to fix our work before he would look at it. Practice without marking! #sschat

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:50 PM EDT

A5: give more frequent opportunities, and only formally assess 1 (maybe 2) elements at a time for short pieces #sschat

GeoJo22 May 1 @ 7:50 PM EDT

A6 Quick reflections work well. Just give feedback. No grade. #sschat

CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:50 PM EDT

A5) Did a lot of Ss writing out good thesis statements & listing some evidence to support. Thesis dev is a struggle. #sschat

stephensonmused May 1 @ 7:50 PM EDT

A5: Journaling, daily warmup writing prompts #sschat

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:50 PM EDT

A5 build it in! Self-reflections, quick writes, project plans, essays. All are opportunities to write! #sschat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:50 PM EDT

Sometimes I do have them write a tweet - many think more is always better. Summary is a skill as well. #sschat

In reply to @jshoja

theASIDEblog May 1 @ 7:50 PM EDT

Thanks :) #sschat

In reply to @CHitch94

STLinOK May 1 @ 7:50 PM EDT

A5(b). Focus in one one skill at a time. Master it, then add another layer. Fewer errors = faster grading in the end on you #sschat

highleyjane May 1 @ 7:50 PM EDT

Q5 - To clarify, I don't want to assume that we grade everything we assign...or... do you? #sschat

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:51 PM EDT

sometimes 1 great sentence > a whole paragraph, or essay #sschat

CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:50 PM EDT

A5) Did a lot of Ss writing out good thesis statements & listing some evidence to support. Thesis dev is a struggle. #sschat

bmdbq6 May 1 @ 7:51 PM EDT

A5 short writings that can be be easily graded and feedback can be short #sschat

scottmpetri May 1 @ 7:51 PM EDT

A5 Require Ss to use online writing tools to focus on Hist T content not Eng T problems. https://t.co/2OC7sErDme #sschat

TheShoe_CMS May 1 @ 7:51 PM EDT

I've also had them answer in a paragraph, a sentence, a tweet, and a text. Summarize baby! #sschat

CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:51 PM EDT

Agree. No need to bury everyone in BS. If you know what you're talking about, just state it, support it, & move on. #sschat

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jshoja May 1 @ 7:51 PM EDT

Q6. Use Google Docs to have students write and/or review together #sschat

STLinOK May 1 @ 7:52 PM EDT

That's one thing I like about the CB rewrites - forces Ss to focus on thesis development #sschat

CHitch94 - Moderator May 1 @ 7:50 PM EDT

A5) Did a lot of Ss writing out good thesis statements & listing some evidence to support. Thesis dev is a struggle. #sschat

johnsonmaryj May 1 @ 7:52 PM EDT

If students write every day, they're more likely to own the process than to expect teacher to correct every piece. #sschat

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:52 PM EDT

I ❤️ to do 7 word summaries. Ss have to dig deep to summarize historical events/figures/etc in only 7 words. #sschat

MrPereiraCA May 1 @ 7:52 PM EDT

Need to go. Thanks to @highleyjane for hosting tonight. Great ?s & discussion. #sschat

scottmpetri May 1 @ 7:52 PM EDT

A5 Just starting with @Turnitin Revision Assistant. https://t.co/BzyqavH2pw #sschat Any other Hist Ts using it?

flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:52 PM EDT

#sschat Me about grading all of the things:

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ccassinelli May 1 @ 7:52 PM EDT

Join now #FutureReadyLibs & #Tlchat friends -- ideas shared today is not just for Librarians! Starting in 7 minutes! #Edchat #SSchat

ccassinelli May 1 @ 7:43 PM EDT

#TLchat starts in 15 min - get set up now in Collaborate for webinar or join #tlchat Twitter chat https://t.co/MacjJfcZ3H

WritingwDesign May 1 @ 7:53 PM EDT

Oh, here's an outstanding resource for teaching U.S. History >>> https://t.co/5PlKNRgbPZ #historychat #sschat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:53 PM EDT

Now who's being surly? #sschat

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STLinOK May 1 @ 7:53 PM EDT

I preach "work smart, not hard". Often one GOOD paragraph can very a page full of writing #sschat

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historycomics May 1 @ 7:54 PM EDT

Yes! Or one note - #sschat

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theASIDEblog May 1 @ 7:54 PM EDT

We use a recipe analogy. Make a list of ingredients for each reason in the thesis statement. The essay, how to cook it... #sschat

MrRoden94 May 1 @ 7:54 PM EDT

A5. Morning writing prompts. Focuses on actually responding the prompt/question being asked #sschat

GeoJo22 May 1 @ 7:54 PM EDT

That's what my grad instructor said. Most people write too much. Less is more. #sschat

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lweyerich May 1 @ 7:54 PM EDT

A5: again on quick writes- great way to get students writing more often, feels less heavy and gives opportunity to evaluate growth #sschat

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MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:54 PM EDT

How I feel about assigning research #sschat

jfahler May 1 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A5 @Socrative is great for informal checks of AP SAQs and essay portions (eg just a thesis or evidence or) #sschat

johnsonmaryj May 1 @ 7:55 PM EDT

Who has the best tweet? Why? Good focus for students. #sschat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:55 PM EDT

I gave out a test and many questions were allowed to be answered with ONE word only. Talk about brain sweat! #sschat

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:55 PM EDT

How I feel when I remember I have to grade research papers #sschat

TheShoe_CMS May 1 @ 7:55 PM EDT

Out the door. Thanks for the good ideas #sschat. Thanks for hosting, @highleyjane

scottmpetri May 1 @ 7:55 PM EDT

One of my favorite pieces to share with teachers. https://t.co/1KiaVekPnx #sschat

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MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:56 PM EDT

That's tough! I may have to borrow that idea! #sschat

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highleyjane May 1 @ 7:56 PM EDT

last question! #sschat

KrystynaMVG May 1 @ 7:56 PM EDT

I have to go to the #MusEdChat Thanks everyone for a great experience! #sschat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:57 PM EDT

Me too! Whisper annotated works cited and I get all giggly #historynerd #sschat

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MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:57 PM EDT

"In conclusion, I wrote about the Crusades and they happened a long time ago." #sschat

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flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:57 PM EDT

but it must be the right word, or else #sschat

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highleyjane May 1 @ 7:57 PM EDT

gotta read the archive to this chat later when I can look everything up! feeling mentally out of breath - but in a good way! #sschat

MsJWhiting May 1 @ 7:57 PM EDT

My rubric for research writing: https://t.co/km24NLCUZ4 #sschat

MrsRicklis May 1 @ 7:58 PM EDT

A6 It's never more 20% of the grade, but I always make a note for me if they lost points bc of grammar vs content. #sschat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:58 PM EDT

Suddenly everyone was asking about hyphens. Can't-summarize-in-one-word-so-well #sschat

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flipping_A_tchr May 1 @ 7:58 PM EDT

A6 probably badly #sschat

MsHolmesTeach May 1 @ 7:59 PM EDT

A6 Base my rubric off our state testing rubric. Weighted for content, but mechanics still count some. Helps Ss know what to expect. #sschat

mollyannmyers May 1 @ 7:59 PM EDT

Q6: Sometimes Ss writing is deceptively weaker b/c they are still learning the content. I don't grade wrtg w/ new content. #sschat

historycomics May 1 @ 7:59 PM EDT

OMG - I put memes on my test as stress relief - this is so going on!!!! #sschat

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jfahler May 1 @ 7:59 PM EDT

A6 Grammar is only important where meaning is lost or gained IMHO. It is too much to put on my and Ss plates. #sschat

KarenBlumberg May 1 @ 7:59 PM EDT

Great incentive to pick up a book and read. --> "Trump: 'Why was there the Civil War?'" https://t.co/ccElRF0lPv #edchat #sschat #notnormal

GeoJo22 May 1 @ 7:59 PM EDT

A6 The weight is heavily on the content but I always include gram/spelling. If I'm grading. Can't take away from the argument. #sschat

MsJWhiting May 1 @ 7:59 PM EDT

Research Writing Rubric as a Google Doc https://t.co/tKrwnyWoDW #sschat