#elemchat Archive

Inspired by the brilliantly successful, powerful learning and collaboration opportunity that is the weekly #edchat, #elemchat was created to provide elementary (or primary) school educators with a venue for discussing issues and strategies that are specific to teaching in their context.
Saturday February 25, 2017
6:00 PM EST
  • Hist_simulation Feb 25 @ 6:00 PM EST
    ^DHAMDOCS: Documents for the study of American History #elemchat https://t.co/NocT2SYVBR
  • pnwteacherjb Feb 25 @ 6:01 PM EST
    My next hour tweets will be all about #elemchat
  • msjacksonKG Feb 25 @ 6:02 PM EST
    I'm studying Digital Communication in Education with @ghartman This is my first time participating in a Twitter chat. #Elemchat
    In reply to @ghartman
  • pnwteacherjb Feb 25 @ 6:03 PM EST
    I'm an elementary ed student working on my cert at Western Washington University #elemchat
  • sc19691 Feb 25 @ 6:04 PM EST
    Hello, I'm studying Digital Communication in Education with @ghartman. This is my first time participating in a Twitter chat. #elemchat
    In reply to @ghartman
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:04 PM EST
    I have a question! What do you guys think about teachers having formal training regarding concussions and how to help kids with1? #elemchat
  • StormyRains92 Feb 25 @ 6:05 PM EST
    Hi! I'm Nick, and studying Elementary Ed at Western Washington University #elemchat
  • ShiftParadigm Feb 25 @ 6:06 PM EST
    What's the truth about walls? Read my take -> THE (not so) GREAT WALL https://t.co/NhT81v0Hi1 #elemchat
  • sc19691 Feb 25 @ 6:07 PM EST
    Teachers should be trained/aware of medical situations to better assess/help students succeed at their ability. #elemchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:08 PM EST
    Hi! I'm Molly and I am also studying Elementary Ed at Western Washington University. #elemchat
  • MissLickenbrock Feb 25 @ 6:08 PM EST
    Hi, I'm studying Social Media in #EDET543 with @dianadell. We are learning about Twitter Chats. This is my first time. #elemchat
    In reply to @dianadell
  • pnwteacherjb Feb 25 @ 6:09 PM EST
    How involved do you think teachers should be in students' lives outside of the classroom? #elemchat
  • massignmenthelp Feb 25 @ 6:10 PM EST
    #elemchat Start a blog in college https://t.co/SW64eeDA9h
  • AssignmentHelpN Feb 25 @ 6:10 PM EST
    #elemchat 10 Simple Ways to Use Pinterest For Classroom Teaching https://t.co/0i2sbvZqo7
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:10 PM EST
    I think medical issues that students have are not talked about enough w/teachers, and needs to be brought up more #elemchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher
  • StormyRains92 Feb 25 @ 6:11 PM EST
    Consistent refreshers every year would be best. Teachers should be trained in how to help academically #elemchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher
  • anniemg07 Feb 25 @ 6:12 PM EST
    I'm an elementary ed. student at Western Washington University. Curious to know if others think integration is addressed enough #elemchat
  • MissLickenbrock Feb 25 @ 6:12 PM EST
    I agree. Teachers need more information when it comes to the health conditions of students. #elemchat
    In reply to @missmclaughlin0, @MDFutureTeacher
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:12 PM EST
    @pnwteacherjb #elemchat They need to have a balance. They need to see thier students for the individuals they are while being professional
    In reply to @pnwteacherjb
  • StormyRains92 Feb 25 @ 6:13 PM EST
    I'm looking into token economies in the classroom. How could you present this as a class-wide system? #elemchat
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:13 PM EST
    I believe there's a line between what is appreciate&what is not. They need to realize they are not the parent #elemchat
    In reply to @pnwteacherjb
  • anniemg07 Feb 25 @ 6:14 PM EST
    It's absolutely necessary! Concussions are common and sometimes difficult to notice. #elemchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher
  • msjacksonKG Feb 25 @ 6:14 PM EST
    I think teachers should discuss it in class to build community but not be involved #elemchat
    In reply to @pnwteacherjb
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:14 PM EST
    But they also are there to be a support system and on a mentor level for the student #elemchat
    In reply to @pnwteacherjb
  • MissLickenbrock Feb 25 @ 6:14 PM EST
    I have started flexible seating in my room and it is going well so far. Does anyone else have a full flexible seating environment? #elemchat
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:15 PM EST
    What are some classroom adaptions teachers should make in their classroom for students with concussions? Any ideas? #elemchat
  • msjacksonKG Feb 25 @ 6:15 PM EST
    I do not, but I have KG, I do move their seats around every 4 weeks though #elemchat
    In reply to @MissLickenbrock
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:16 PM EST
    Do you think anxiety is something that teachers should be educated more on for their students and themselves? #elemchat
  • msjacksonKG Feb 25 @ 6:17 PM EST
    I've been having some trouble with students learning sight words in KG, does anyone know any good free websites #elemchat
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:17 PM EST
    #elemchat I completely agree!
    In reply to @missmclaughlin0, @pnwteacherjb
  • StormyRains92 Feb 25 @ 6:17 PM EST
    I'm not sure it is addressed enough. I worked w/educators who were very anti-integration..or complained w/SPED students #elemchat
    In reply to @anniemg07
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:17 PM EST
    I don't but I also wonder if full flexible seating can be more of a distraction than help the students. Thoughts? #elemchat
    In reply to @MissLickenbrock
  • sc19691 Feb 25 @ 6:18 PM EST
    Definitely, so that we can know our/their triggers and come up with ways to deescalate the anxiety.#elemchat
  • MissLickenbrock Feb 25 @ 6:18 PM EST
    Yeah, it could be difficult with those little guys. I have loved the outcome on my class though! #elemchat
    In reply to @msjacksonKG
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:18 PM EST
    I think we as educators talk a lot about it but don't implement it nearly as much as we say we do. #elemchat
    In reply to @anniemg07
  • StormyRains92 Feb 25 @ 6:18 PM EST
    I feel this is such a grey area. It's important to build the trust on a personal level. But not hang out. #elemchat
    In reply to @pnwteacherjb
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:19 PM EST
    I know some teachers use abc mouse, also I would suggest looking on Teachers Pay Teachers! #elemchat
    In reply to @msjacksonKG
  • msjacksonKG Feb 25 @ 6:19 PM EST
    I don’t, but I think it’s hard sometimes to make it “student-friendly” #elemchat
    In reply to @anniemg07
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:20 PM EST
    #elemchat YES! If teachers understand anxiety, they can help reduce it in their student and increase effective learning
    In reply to @missmclaughlin0
  • anniemg07 Feb 25 @ 6:20 PM EST
    Enough to show you care, but maintain professional boundaries.Leave no room for your character to be questioned #elemchat
    In reply to @pnwteacherjb
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:20 PM EST
    Do you think we should have intervention tools at our hands for these students? #elemchat
    In reply to @sc19691
  • StormyRains92 Feb 25 @ 6:20 PM EST
    Definitely! Teachers I had never seemed to be understanding of it, seemed like a bother for them to deal with. #elemchat
    In reply to @missmclaughlin0
  • sc19691 Feb 25 @ 6:21 PM EST
    Q3 This is true. I'm a special educator and most teachers don't want anything to do with their sped students and rely on me 100%. #elemchat.
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:22 PM EST
    #elemchat It's always important to talk to your supervisor if you are unsure about something before you do it
    In reply to @StormyRains92, @pnwteacherjb
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:22 PM EST
    I also have learned that if it is brought up at an early age the less metal health issues they can have later on #elemchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher
  • msjacksonKG Feb 25 @ 6:22 PM EST
    I agree, most schools like to see what plans you can come up with but a toolbox would be nice #elemchat
    In reply to @missmclaughlin0, @sc19691
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:23 PM EST
    I realized at the age of 20 that I have had it almost my entire life. No one offered any help until I noticed it. #elemchat
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • sc19691 Feb 25 @ 6:23 PM EST
    Q4 Yes, all students need to know they are in good hands within their classroom and their own teacher can help them.#elemchat
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:23 PM EST
    #elemchat Agreed! Thank you for your feedback.
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:23 PM EST
    Have either of you had any support in this area? #elemchat
    In reply to @msjacksonKG, @sc19691
  • anniemg07 Feb 25 @ 6:23 PM EST
    Low intensity lighting options, blinds on windows, softer colors for decorations #elemchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher
  • StormyRains92 Feb 25 @ 6:24 PM EST
    This is true. I think it would be a good tool to have as a teacher to look for signs and guide the student(s) #elemchat
    In reply to @missmclaughlin0
  • sc19691 Feb 25 @ 6:25 PM EST
    Well said and much agreed with! #elemchat
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:25 PM EST
    In multiple areas too! Trainings are a teachers best friend! Hahah #elemchat
    In reply to @StormyRains92, @MDFutureTeacher
  • anniemg07 Feb 25 @ 6:25 PM EST
    A teacher I know uses popcorn seeds. The more they earn as a class, the more popcorn they have to share #elemchat
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:26 PM EST
    #elemchat I feel that for this to work you need a solid sense of classroom community before introducing it in the classroom
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • msjacksonKG Feb 25 @ 6:26 PM EST
    I have for some, just depends on the severity #elemchat
    In reply to @missmclaughlin0, @sc19691
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:26 PM EST
    Do you think the school should have intervention and support tools on campus? #elemchat
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:27 PM EST
    What kind of support have you had? #elemchat
    In reply to @msjacksonKG, @sc19691
  • StormyRains92 Feb 25 @ 6:27 PM EST
    That's great! I do feel it may, for young students, turn to a mess. Would the teacher keep a main jar? #elemchat
    In reply to @anniemg07
  • StormyRains92 Feb 25 @ 6:29 PM EST
    Yes. Too often these students fall through the cracks because lack of on campus tools for teacher and student #elemchat
    In reply to @missmclaughlin0
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:29 PM EST
    #elemchat What are some easy, effective ways teachers can show their student's they care for them and build the stud-teach bond?
    In reply to @sc19691
  • anniemg07 Feb 25 @ 6:29 PM EST
    Have you seen or heard of a particular model you like? #elemchat
    In reply to @msjacksonKG
  • StormyRains92 Feb 25 @ 6:30 PM EST
    Say there is community established, what kind of token economy could work well class wide? #elemchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:30 PM EST
    #elemchat I LOVE this idea! Do they have popcorn Fridays or something? I may use this in my class...
    In reply to @anniemg07, @StormyRains92
  • msjacksonKG Feb 25 @ 6:30 PM EST
    I've had support with 2 counselors &other SPED teacher doing breaks, check in check out sheets, etc #elemchat
    In reply to @missmclaughlin0, @sc19691
  • anniemg07 Feb 25 @ 6:31 PM EST
    It is contained in a mason jar with a lid on a high shelf where everyone can see their progress #elemchat
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • sc19691 Feb 25 @ 6:31 PM EST
    I have support, experience.I am a special educator. I find that regular teachers don't want the training. #elemchat
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:32 PM EST
    Have you noticed a different/improvement with those students? #elemchat
    In reply to @msjacksonKG, @sc19691
  • EricLarson23 Feb 25 @ 6:32 PM EST
    Super great read for any point during the year! #elemchat #d25learns #teachers
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:32 PM EST
    #elemchat 1 way I have seen done is with mini pom-poms Students work 2gether to fill a jar with the poms to get a class prize
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • StormyRains92 Feb 25 @ 6:32 PM EST
    Ok, that is awesome! A great visual for the students too as it fills up! #elemchat
    In reply to @anniemg07
  • msjacksonKG Feb 25 @ 6:32 PM EST
    I have not but we use PALS and PBIS to address the positive ways to handle situations #elemchat
    In reply to @anniemg07
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:32 PM EST
    #elemchat Interesting. Why do they not want the training do you think?
    In reply to @sc19691
  • anniemg07 Feb 25 @ 6:33 PM EST
    I believe it is whenever the jar is filled #elemchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher, @StormyRains92
  • StormyRains92 Feb 25 @ 6:33 PM EST
    I worked as a para in a self-contained class and found the same thing. Gen-ed teachers didn't seem to want training #elemchat
    In reply to @sc19691
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:34 PM EST
    #elemchat what is PALS?
    In reply to @msjacksonKG, @anniemg07
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:34 PM EST
    I have also seen something similar with the craft pom-poms! #elemchat
    In reply to @StormyRains92, @anniemg07
  • StormyRains92 Feb 25 @ 6:34 PM EST
    What limitations or issues do you see with token economies in a classroom? Are there types that work and types that don't? #elemchat
  • anniemg07 Feb 25 @ 6:35 PM EST
    Do you feel the responsibility lies more with individual teachers, or district policy? #elemchat
    In reply to @missmclaughlin0
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:36 PM EST
    #elemchat This is a great way with little kids. Less time for reward w/age as the poms are larger
    In reply to @missmclaughlin0, @StormyRains92, @anniemg07
  • msjacksonKG Feb 25 @ 6:36 PM EST
    it is a positive behavioral program that’s kindergarten friendly #elemchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher, @anniemg07
  • MissLickenbrock Feb 25 @ 6:37 PM EST
    I use marbles in my class for "homeruns". The kids love it! #elemchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher, @missmclaughlin0, @StormyRains92, @anniemg07
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:38 PM EST
    #elemchat Token economies need to be a whole class effort. Be careful of accidentally putting the class against certain kids
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • anniemg07 Feb 25 @ 6:38 PM EST
    I often hear the excuse that certain students are benefited more if "they" are all together #elemchat
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • StormyRains92 Feb 25 @ 6:38 PM EST
    Can you expand on how the students earn marbles and home runs? #elemchat
    In reply to @MissLickenbrock
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:38 PM EST
    Love it! #elemchat
    In reply to @MissLickenbrock, @missmclaughlin0, @StormyRains92, @anniemg07
  • msjacksonKG Feb 25 @ 6:38 PM EST
    I have! But when a students mentor may be absent, it would have the opposite effect #elemchat
    In reply to @missmclaughlin0, @sc19691
  • msjacksonKG Feb 25 @ 6:39 PM EST
    the check in check out sheets have become a commodity at our school #elemchat
    In reply to @missmclaughlin0, @sc19691
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:39 PM EST
    #elemchat I have heard this too. It has to be a whole class process or not at all. No "cliques"
    In reply to @anniemg07, @StormyRains92
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:40 PM EST
    Both. The district needs to advocate more for inclusion and sped students as well as the teachers need to be more open #elemchat
    In reply to @anniemg07
  • StormyRains92 Feb 25 @ 6:40 PM EST
    Do you mean that in a way where each student has their own chart/other that they fill up from their own behavior? #elemchat
    In reply to @anniemg07
  • MissLickenbrock Feb 25 @ 6:41 PM EST
    When students are working well together or making good choices they earn marbles. #elemchat
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • anniemg07 Feb 25 @ 6:41 PM EST
    Some teachers feel it's appropriate for earned tokens to be taken away. This makes the whole thing ineffective #elemchat
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:42 PM EST
    I'm curious, as a certified T, how much training did you have on (m)TBIs? #elemchat
    In reply to @msjacksonKG
  • StormyRains92 Feb 25 @ 6:42 PM EST
    And then a certain number of marbles earned equals a home run? Does the home run get a special prize? #elemchat
    In reply to @MissLickenbrock
  • MissLickenbrock Feb 25 @ 6:42 PM EST
    Once they earn all the marbles they get a celebration of their choice. #elemchat
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • anniemg07 Feb 25 @ 6:44 PM EST
    In any token economy, individual or as a class, what is earned should be kept #elemchat
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • MissLickenbrock Feb 25 @ 6:44 PM EST
    We called each marble a homerun. This year I do leader tickets. When students show good leadership they get one #elemchat
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:45 PM EST
    #elemchat Do they choose from a list? How do you accommodate this into your busy lesson plans for the week?
    In reply to @MissLickenbrock, @StormyRains92
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:45 PM EST
    I do something similar with my kid's ministry. Bringing a bible=rock. A full jar means a party! #elemchat
    In reply to @MissLickenbrock, @StormyRains92
  • StormyRains92 Feb 25 @ 6:46 PM EST
    Do you think token economies should only be given if behaviors are present or weened off as behavior improves? #elemchat
  • MissLickenbrock Feb 25 @ 6:46 PM EST
    All the tickets go in a drawing. Each quarter I draw 5 names for a surprise. Better choices = more tickets. #elemchat
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • sc19691 Feb 25 @ 6:46 PM EST
    When I was a general ed teacher I found ways to make ALL my students successful so I don't understand either. #elemchat
  • StormyRains92 Feb 25 @ 6:47 PM EST
    Do the students vote on the type of celebration? Do you have rotating celebrations that they work towards? #elemchat
    In reply to @MissLickenbrock
  • MissLickenbrock Feb 25 @ 6:48 PM EST
    Students make the list and we vote. Usually a movie party or electronics hour is the winner. #elemchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher, @StormyRains92
  • msjacksonKG Feb 25 @ 6:48 PM EST
    very little, and when I say little, I mean we had a course in college where we learned about it but no experience #elemchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher
  • sc19691 Feb 25 @ 6:48 PM EST
    One more expectation forced upon them and they are already overwhelmed. #elemchat
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:49 PM EST
    What types of supports or interventions do you think should be provided for students with anxiety? #elemchat
  • MissLickenbrock Feb 25 @ 6:50 PM EST
    As a teacher I will always be crammed with things to get in.If students work hard they deserve it. #elemchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher, @StormyRains92
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:50 PM EST
    #elemchat Crazy to think that some teachers don't try to help all of their students in anyway they can.
    In reply to @sc19691
  • StormyRains92 Feb 25 @ 6:50 PM EST
    Do students ever get tired of a token economy and end up not caring anymore, defeating the purpose of it? #elemchat
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:50 PM EST
    #elemchat Oh my goodness! Have you ever had a student with a TBI in your class? What did you do?
    In reply to @msjacksonKG
  • anniemg07 Feb 25 @ 6:50 PM EST
    Definitely ween as behaviors improve. Eventually participation in typical classroom fun should be enough #elemchat
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • MissLickenbrock Feb 25 @ 6:51 PM EST
    Yes they do a blind vote. Once they reach their goal I let them come up with 4 ideas to vote on. #elemchat
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:51 PM EST
    #elemchat wow. That is incredibly sad. Maybe if they had more support or TBI training was incorporated in another meeting?
    In reply to @sc19691
  • anniemg07 Feb 25 @ 6:51 PM EST
    Calm down places, tasks or errands that allow students to take a break from the group, sensory activities #elemchat
    In reply to @missmclaughlin0
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:52 PM EST
    Yes, I've seen it. It was because his sister wanted a reward at home too so then it was no longer something special #elemchat
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:52 PM EST
    #elemchat WELL SAID!!!!😀
    In reply to @MissLickenbrock, @StormyRains92
  • msjacksonKG Feb 25 @ 6:52 PM EST
    depends on the type of students you have. I know I would have 3 off the top of my head that wouldn’t care #elemchat
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:53 PM EST
    But you have to be careful when you do this, it can often lead to the behavior arising again. #elemchat
    In reply to @anniemg07, @StormyRains92
  • StormyRains92 Feb 25 @ 6:53 PM EST
    What would/do you do to mitigate that, or get them back on track with it? #elemchat
    In reply to @msjacksonKG
  • msjacksonKG Feb 25 @ 6:55 PM EST
    I have not, and if I did I wouldn’t be prepared to be honest #elemchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher
  • missmclaughlin0 Feb 25 @ 6:55 PM EST
    Do you believe that the parents should be notified about an increase in anxiety in their child? #elemchat
    In reply to @anniemg07
  • msjacksonKG Feb 25 @ 6:56 PM EST
    try to find something they care about and supplement (snacks, toys, etc.) I have a lot of foodies in my room #elemchat
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • anniemg07 Feb 25 @ 6:57 PM EST
    True. Try to recognize the difference between anxiety and escape or avoidance behaviors #elemchat
    In reply to @missmclaughlin0, @StormyRains92
  • MDFutureTeacher Feb 25 @ 6:57 PM EST
    Thank you for your responses. More support and education needs to be given to teachers about TBIs. #elemchat
    In reply to @msjacksonKG
  • MissLickenbrock Feb 25 @ 6:57 PM EST
    Not really. Sometimes there are some small grumbles, but overall they are happy. #elemchat
    In reply to @pnwteacherjb, @MDFutureTeacher, @StormyRains92
  • StormyRains92 Feb 25 @ 6:58 PM EST
    That's a grey area to me. Depends on what the anxiety is from. Could cause worsening depending #elemchat
    In reply to @missmclaughlin0, @anniemg07
  • anniemg07 Feb 25 @ 6:58 PM EST
    Yes a million times. I have an anxious child.The school and I work as a team on his behalf #elemchat
    In reply to @missmclaughlin0