#CaringClassroom Archive
The #CaringClassroom Chat explores positive teacher-student relationships, classroom management, and engaging and supportive instruction. Join us on Sundays @ 8:00 PM CST/9:00 PM EST.
Sunday April 9, 2017
10:00 PM EDT
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:00 PM EDT
Welcome to the
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Chat! Tonight we'll be discussing Rigour in the Classroom.
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Apr 9 @ 10:00 PM EDT
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:00 PM EDT
My name is Tracy Dolezsar-Glarvin and I'll be your moderator this evening.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:01 PM EDT
Q1:
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embrisbin
Apr 9 @ 10:01 PM EDT
Hi! Erin, Social Studies teacher, Oregon
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:02 PM EDT
A1: Rigour is having high expectations for student learning, challenging and supporting students to learn at high levels
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:01 PM EDT
Q1:
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ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:02 PM EDT
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If the hashtag isn't wrong the first time, it's not me.
ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:01 PM EDT
Hi
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I am Rita, teacher-librarian, K-4, Wisconsin Happy to join you all!
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:02 PM EDT
Welcome Erin!
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In reply to @embrisbin
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Glad you could join us Rita!
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lmhawkhill
Apr 9 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Lenette from Louisiana joining in!
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embrisbin
Apr 9 @ 10:03 PM EDT
A1 An environment where expectations are high and Ss are challenged to think critically about content and learning
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ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:04 PM EDT
A1: Rigor means challenging expectations for student learning...but still within their ZPD
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:04 PM EDT
Hi Lenette! Glad you can join us again!
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lmhawkhill
Apr 9 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Lenette from Louisiana joining in!
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lmhawkhill
Apr 9 @ 10:05 PM EDT
A1: Instruction, learning & educational experiences that are very challenging.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:01 PM EDT
Q1:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:05 PM EDT
Exactly!
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embrisbin
Apr 9 @ 10:03 PM EDT
A1 An environment where expectations are high and Ss are challenged to think critically about content and learning
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:05 PM EDT
Absolutely!
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ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:04 PM EDT
A1: Rigor means challenging expectations for student learning...but still within their ZPD
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lmhawkhill
Apr 9 @ 10:05 PM EDT
Thanks! Glad to be here. Let's do this!
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In reply to @DolezsarGlarvin
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:05 PM EDT
Yes!
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lmhawkhill
Apr 9 @ 10:05 PM EDT
A1: Instruction, learning & educational experiences that are very challenging.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:01 PM EDT
Q1:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Q2:
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ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:07 PM EDT
A1: Rigor: don't like using word b/c I it's misused. Hard is not the same as rigorous. More here
https://t.co/fnTSurEGZa
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ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A2: Help them set academic goals
https://t.co/dD8xPBatme
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embrisbin
Apr 9 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A2 Rigor starts with building meaningful relationships and creating relevant lessons.
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lmhawkhill
Apr 9 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A2: Allow them to EXPLORE, GRAPPLE & CRITICALLY THINK! Also, allow for Ss CHOICE & VOICE.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Q2:
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embrisbin
Apr 9 @ 10:09 PM EDT
I agree there is a big difference between "hard" and "rigor.
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In reply to @ritaplatt
ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A2: KNOW your students. Continuous formal & informal assessment
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A2: have high exp 4 learning, build grit, focus on Ss growth/effort/practice, challenge Ss to be thorough, differentiate
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Q2:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Thanks for this Rita!
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ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:07 PM EDT
A1: Rigor: don't like using word b/c I it's misused. Hard is not the same as rigorous. More here
https://t.co/fnTSurEGZa
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embrisbin
Apr 9 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Agreed, student choice and inquiry helps build rigor.
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In reply to @lmhawkhill
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Awesome!
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ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A2: Help them set academic goals
https://t.co/dD8xPBatme
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lmhawkhill
Apr 9 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Yassssss! Love it!
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In reply to @DolezsarGlarvin
ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:10 PM EDT
A2: Differentiation is critical to be sure! If we want students to be challenged, we must differentiate
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A2: have high exp 4 learning, build grit, focus on Ss growth/effort/practice, challenge Ss to be thorough, differentiate
#CaringClassroom
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Q2:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:10 PM EDT
For sure!
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embrisbin
Apr 9 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A2 Rigor starts with building meaningful relationships and creating relevant lessons.
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lmhawkhill
Apr 9 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Absolutely!
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In reply to @embrisbin
1SuperLibrarian
Apr 9 @ 10:11 PM EDT
Q2 Infuse higher order thinking and problem solving into lessons
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:11 PM EDT
Absolutely!
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lmhawkhill
Apr 9 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A2: Allow them to EXPLORE, GRAPPLE & CRITICALLY THINK! Also, allow for Ss CHOICE & VOICE.
#CaringClassroom
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Q2:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:11 PM EDT
Agreed!
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ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A2: KNOW your students. Continuous formal & informal assessment
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1SuperLibrarian
Apr 9 @ 10:12 PM EDT
A2 Infuse higher order thinking & problem solving into lessons
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:12 PM EDT
Welcome Tracy!
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ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:12 PM EDT
@embrisbin
this speaks to your point about building relationships as essential for rigor
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ASCD
Apr 9 @ 10:48 AM EDT
School climate isn't another thing on the plate -- it is the plate.
@PeterMDeWitt
explains:
https://t.co/WY54Q3HBDC
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:12 PM EDT
Yes!!
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:13 PM EDT
Q3:
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ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:13 PM EDT
@embrisbin
this speaks to your point about building relationships as essential for rigor
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ritaplatt
Sep 12 @ 9:45 PM EDT
It is about building relationships.
@scfschools
https://t.co/1IwzsiiR7u
In reply to @scfschools
ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:14 PM EDT
A3: Hold them accountable to the goals we set for them and those they set for themselves.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A3: Show Ss they are capable & competent, they can learn from mistakes/take risks, hard work will get them to their goals
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:13 PM EDT
Q3:
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embrisbin
Apr 9 @ 10:15 PM EDT
Thanks for sharing. Students really begin to care and tap into their potential when they know we care!
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ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:12 PM EDT
@embrisbin
this speaks to your point about building relationships as essential for rigor
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ASCD
Apr 9 @ 10:48 AM EDT
School climate isn't another thing on the plate -- it is the plate.
@PeterMDeWitt
explains:
https://t.co/WY54Q3HBDC
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:15 PM EDT
Yes!!!
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ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:14 PM EDT
A3: Hold them accountable to the goals we set for them and those they set for themselves.
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lmhawkhill
Apr 9 @ 10:16 PM EDT
A3: We must MODEL & Practice the expectations until it becomes a process that Ss take ownership & be successful.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:13 PM EDT
Q3:
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ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:16 PM EDT
I agree! Part of showing them we care is holding them accountable to high expectations.
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A3
In reply to @embrisbin
embrisbin
Apr 9 @ 10:17 PM EDT
A2 Teaching Ss a growth mindset. Being willing to fail in front of them and letting them witness our response to failure
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phhscience
Apr 9 @ 10:17 PM EDT
A2 We only have a few carts of computer for the whole school to use in the classrooms
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embrisbin
Apr 9 @ 10:17 PM EDT
A3
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:18 PM EDT
Absolutely! How can we teach a growth mindset
@embrisbin
?
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embrisbin
Apr 9 @ 10:17 PM EDT
A2 Teaching Ss a growth mindset. Being willing to fail in front of them and letting them witness our response to failure
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ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:18 PM EDT
A3: Share data w/ sts so they SEE progress. They can't argue w/ numbers! That's why I like CBMs
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https://t.co/sciI0715ze
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:18 PM EDT
Thanks for sharing Rita!
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ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:18 PM EDT
A3: Share data w/ sts so they SEE progress. They can't argue w/ numbers! That's why I like CBMs
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https://t.co/sciI0715ze
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:19 PM EDT
Q4:
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ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:20 PM EDT
A4: Rigor is inextricably related to std needs. We cannot challenge all stds w/o differentiation.
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embrisbin
Apr 9 @ 10:20 PM EDT
reassuring "yes you can if you work hard" also not giving up on them, working w until they figure out answer not giving it
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In reply to @DolezsarGlarvin
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A4: Want to challenge ea of our Ss, but Ss may be at diff levels. What is challenging to one may be easier for another.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:19 PM EDT
Q4:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:21 PM EDT
I agree!
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ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:20 PM EDT
A4: Rigor is inextricably related to std needs. We cannot challenge all stds w/o differentiation.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:22 PM EDT
Fantastic!
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embrisbin
Apr 9 @ 10:20 PM EDT
reassuring "yes you can if you work hard" also not giving up on them, working w until they figure out answer not giving it
#CaringClassroom
In reply to @DolezsarGlarvin
mr_hayes
Apr 9 @ 10:22 PM EDT
Oh no, I got so distracted that I lost track of time. Rats!
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ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:23 PM EDT
One size fits all learning really fits none.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A4: Want to challenge ea of our Ss, but Ss may be at diff levels. What is challenging to one may be easier for another.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:19 PM EDT
Q4:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A4: We need to remember that we need to differentiate to challenge each student - start where they are and grow from there.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:19 PM EDT
Q4:
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mr_hayes
Apr 9 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A4: Differentiation is making sure learning is rigorous for all Ss and not watering concepts down as some think.
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embrisbin
Apr 9 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A4 Differentiation allows us to meet each S where they're at since skills may be varied
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:24 PM EDT
You still have some time left in the chat. Glad you could join us Eric!
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mr_hayes
Apr 9 @ 10:22 PM EDT
Oh no, I got so distracted that I lost track of time. Rats!
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:25 PM EDT
Q5:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:25 PM EDT
Yup!
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ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:23 PM EDT
One size fits all learning really fits none.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A4: Want to challenge ea of our Ss, but Ss may be at diff levels. What is challenging to one may be easier for another.
#CaringClassroom
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:19 PM EDT
Q4:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:25 PM EDT
Absolutely!!
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mr_hayes
Apr 9 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A4: Differentiation is making sure learning is rigorous for all Ss and not watering concepts down as some think.
#caringclassroom
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:26 PM EDT
For sure!!
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embrisbin
Apr 9 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A4 Differentiation allows us to meet each S where they're at since skills may be varied
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mr_hayes
Apr 9 @ 10:26 PM EDT
A3: I make my expectations very clear to my Ss. I give them ownership in the classroom so they feel more responsible.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:13 PM EDT
Q3:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:28 PM EDT
A5: to increase St engagement, so Ss will be challenged, so Ss will achieve at high levels, learning growth will increase
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:25 PM EDT
Q5:
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lmhawkhill
Apr 9 @ 10:28 PM EDT
A4:It allow Ss learning to take place at diff challenging levels,Ss can EXPLORETransition from Ts dir 2 Ss centered classrm
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:19 PM EDT
Q4:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:28 PM EDT
Awesome!
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mr_hayes
Apr 9 @ 10:26 PM EDT
A3: I make my expectations very clear to my Ss. I give them ownership in the classroom so they feel more responsible.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:13 PM EDT
Q3:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:29 PM EDT
Thank you for the engaging chat tonight everyone! Please join us in 2 weeks for the next
#CaringClassroom
Chat! Have a wonderful week!
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:29 PM EDT
Yes!!!!
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lmhawkhill
Apr 9 @ 10:28 PM EDT
A4:It allow Ss learning to take place at diff challenging levels,Ss can EXPLORETransition from Ts dir 2 Ss centered classrm
#caringclassroom
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:19 PM EDT
Q4:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:30 PM EDT
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ritaplatt
Apr 9 @ 10:30 PM EDT
Thanks
@DolezsarGlarvin
Thx
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tweeps! Have a great week!
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:30 PM EDT
You too Rita! Thank you for all of your wonderful sharing tonight!
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In reply to @ritaplatt
embrisbin
Apr 9 @ 10:31 PM EDT
A5 We need to challenge students so they'll stay engaged and grow.
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lmhawkhill
Apr 9 @ 10:32 PM EDT
A5: Ss need to learn at higher levels especially if attending college is a part of their future.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:25 PM EDT
Q5:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:32 PM EDT
Yes!
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embrisbin
Apr 9 @ 10:31 PM EDT
A5 We need to challenge students so they'll stay engaged and grow.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:32 PM EDT
For sure!!!
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lmhawkhill
Apr 9 @ 10:32 PM EDT
A5: Ss need to learn at higher levels especially if attending college is a part of their future.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:25 PM EDT
Q5:
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lmhawkhill
Apr 9 @ 10:33 PM EDT
Thanks for an AMAZING chat. You ROCK! Have a great week! Until next time...
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:29 PM EDT
Thank you for the engaging chat tonight everyone! Please join us in 2 weeks for the next
#CaringClassroom
Chat! Have a wonderful week!
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:33 PM EDT
Thank you for sharing tonight Erin!
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In reply to @embrisbin
mr_hayes
Apr 9 @ 10:34 PM EDT
We want to challenge our Ss and set high expectations. I do not want my Ss to know how to struggle and succeed.
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mr_hayes
Apr 9 @ 10:34 PM EDT
Great chat! Sorry that I came in so late. Have a great week folks! Thanks
@DolezsarGlarvin
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:34 PM EDT
Thank you Lenette! have a wonderful week!
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lmhawkhill
Apr 9 @ 10:33 PM EDT
Thanks for an AMAZING chat. You ROCK! Have a great week! Until next time...
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:29 PM EDT
Thank you for the engaging chat tonight everyone! Please join us in 2 weeks for the next
#CaringClassroom
Chat! Have a wonderful week!
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Apr 9 @ 10:36 PM EDT
Thanks Eric!
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mr_hayes
Apr 9 @ 10:34 PM EDT
Great chat! Sorry that I came in so late. Have a great week folks! Thanks
@DolezsarGlarvin
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Apr 9 @ 10:46 PM EDT
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@DolezsarGlarvin
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