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garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:00 PM EDT

#sblchat starts now!!! Tonight we are answering the question - To grade or not to grade? Please start intros...

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Rik in MA, Facilitator of Learning for HS Math, welcoming you to our #sblchat Crew tonight. @garnet_hillman and I expect to stir things up!

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:00 PM EDT

#sblchat is off and running! We're Standards-Based Learning & Grading for the benefit of our Learners! @garnet_hillman

GradesHarding Sep 21 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Been a long time since I've been able to join #sblchat. Excited to be back tonight.

kirk_humphreys Sep 21 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Kirk here from Deerfield. Teacher of 6-8th grade math in a double accelerated flipped class. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Kindly share your appreciation for all @garnet_hillman does for her Learners, her district and our #sblchat Crew each week!

BarbMiller12 Sep 21 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Hi Garnet and Rik. Barb from Katy back for my SBL hour of power! @BarbMiller12, IC in Katy ISD #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:01 PM EDT

@GradesHarding So glad you are back Jeff! #sblchat

MrsReadout Sep 21 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Joni Readout, 7-12th grade Instructional Coach in Leon, Iowa #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:01 PM EDT

@kirk_humphreys Hello there friend! #sblchat

arbuckle73 Sep 21 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Lance in NWArkansas, Principal @RogersNTHS Ready to #sblchat !!

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:01 PM EDT

@kirk_humphreys Kirk, we're pleased you are here. #sblchat

seangrealis Sep 21 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Sean, teacher of AP Calculus, AP Physics and Engineering at a Catholic all boys HS in NJ #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:01 PM EDT

@BarbMiller12 Hi Barb, thanks for joining us tonight! #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:01 PM EDT

@GradesHarding Jeff, so great to see you back with your #sblchat Crew!

GradesHarding Sep 21 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Jeff in Northern Illinos. HS Math teacher and SGB user for the past five years. #sblchat

KatieBudrow Sep 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hello there #sblchat ... Katie, 6th grade science teacher, tweeting from the Chicagoland area tonight. Happy to be here! #sblchat

KatieBudrow Sep 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hello there #sblchat ... Katie, 6th grade science teacher, tweeting from the Chicagoland area tonight. Happy to be here! #sblchat

Aricfoster2 Sep 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Aric here from MI. Still on a high from #sblmi last weekend. Recap is at https://t.co/iu2Va1tMYv Ready to learn and grow with #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Ken O’Connor back home in Toronto from Montana. Pleased to be on #sblchat tonight.

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT

@MrsReadout Hi Joni - great to have another instructional coach in the chat tonight! #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT

@MrsReadout Welcome Joni! #sblchat

nataleestotz Sep 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Natalee, HS Humanities, in Maine. Eager for another inspiring #sblchat !

tcesarski Sep 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Taylor preservice high school math from NC! #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT

@arbuckle73 Lance, we are ready for you! #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT

@arbuckle73 Good evening Lance! #sblchat

drgbenro Sep 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT

@DrGbenro joining in from Tacoma, WA. Glad to be here! #sblchat

hilldw61 Sep 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Danny Hill from Lebanon, TN. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT

@seangrealis Hi Sean! #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT

All fired up for a positive #sblchat tonight. Megan, HS math from west suburbs of Chicago.

CoachLesterBHS Sep 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Adam, English teacher from Batavia High School in Batavia, Illinois. Love tonight's topic. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT

@seangrealis Sean, it's a pleasure to welcome you to #sblchat tonight!

mrstokes24 Sep 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Scott from Macomb Mi, science, modeling instruction #sblchat

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hey #sblchat Mandi from MO, HS Math

kenmattingly Sep 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Good evening #sblchat, Ken, 7th grade science, Mt Vernon KY!

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT

@kenoc7 Good evening Ken, thanks for joining us. Hope you had good travels! #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hmmm... SGB #sblchat https://t.co/tjzmcryOl6

GradesHarding Sep 21 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Jeff in Northern Illinos. HS Math teacher and SGB user for the past five years. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT

@KatieBudrow YES!! Katie is here! #sblchat

RESP3CTtheGAME Sep 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A highlight of the week spending an hour w @garnet_hillman @RoweRikW & #sblchat crew. Brian, HS comm arts in WI

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT

@KatieBudrow Hello there friend! #sblchat

j_ozbolt Sep 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Jason from IL looking forward to a good chat #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT

@kenoc7 So pleased our Ken is here! #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Like this tweet if you're new to #sblchat so we can welcome you to our dedicated Crew. Tonight's Topic is Why We Grade.

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Let's inspire each other! #sblchat https://t.co/yzSR9qm7oH

RESP3CTtheGAME Sep 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A highlight of the week spending an hour w @garnet_hillman @RoweRikW & #sblchat crew. Brian, HS comm arts in WI

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:04 PM EDT

@Aricfoster2 Good evening Aric! #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:04 PM EDT

@tcesarski Taylor, greetings and welcome! #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:04 PM EDT

@tcesarski Hi Taylor! #sblchat

JJohnsonCCHS Sep 21 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Josh Johnson, Charles City, IA finding some time for #sblchat amidst sever weather warnings!

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:04 PM EDT

@aollenburg Andy, it's great to be here with YOU! #sblchat

bspruytte Sep 21 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Bill, English teacher from MI. I'm excited to participate in tonight's #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:05 PM EDT

@drgbenro Hannah, welcome! #sblchat

massignmenthelp Sep 21 @ 9:05 PM EDT

9 Tips for starting graduate school https://t.co/Dxw4Xbf1DA #ptchat #sblchat #scitlap #shelfietalk #udlchat #hybrEdtech #BOOSTchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:05 PM EDT

@hilldw61 Danny, honored to share #sblchat with you, Friend!

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:05 PM EDT

@RESP3CTtheGAME @RoweRikW It is always a pleasure to chat with you Brian! #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:05 PM EDT

ON FIRE for #sblchat tonight! https://t.co/iAgoGuXkzk

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT

All fired up for a positive #sblchat tonight. Megan, HS math from west suburbs of Chicago.

GNiklasch Sep 21 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Good evening #sblchat Gary HS Phys. ED. Teacher from West Michigan.

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:05 PM EDT

@j_ozbolt Hi Jason! We need to get together soon... #sblchat

nataleestotz Sep 21 @ 9:05 PM EDT

#sblchat I'm going to try to keep up, but I'm also still working on lesson prep for tomorrow!

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@JJohnsonCCHS Welcome Josh! #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@bspruytte Glad to have you along Bill! #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@CoachLesterBHS Coach, glad to spend #sblchat with you!

BarbMiller12 Sep 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Shout out to the IC and English teachers. Your my peeps! #sblchat

eposthuma Sep 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Erica - chemistry teacher from Indiana #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@hilldw61 Thanks so much for joining us Danny! #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@mrstokes24 Oh Scott, you made it! #Humor #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@GNiklasch Good evening Gary! #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@TTmomTT Mandi, welcome Friend! #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@massignmenthelp Stop posting your irrelevant posts on #sblchat. I don’t understand why you make such a nuisance of yourself every week.

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Party can start @eposthuma is here!!! Whoo hoo!! #sblchat https://t.co/qjs3DaxAgd

eposthuma Sep 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Erica - chemistry teacher from Indiana #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Q1 How do you decide when to assign a grade/score to something? #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:07 PM EDT

@kenmattingly Ken, pleased to learn with you! #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:07 PM EDT

@j_ozbolt Hi Jason! #sblchat

EconTeach Sep 21 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Hello- Sandra Chico - NW suburbs of Chicago. How's it going? #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:07 PM EDT

@kenmattingly Hi Ken! So glad you are joining us this evening. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:07 PM EDT

@JJohnsonCCHS Hi J-Squared from R--Squared! #BeSafe #sblchat

GNiklasch Sep 21 @ 9:07 PM EDT

@garnet_hillman Good evening! Looking forward to a great night on #sblchat

kirk_humphreys Sep 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: I only assign a score 1) when the student says they're ready to assess and 2) when it is summative piece of work. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 A grade can be assigned once Ss have had ample opportunity to build mastery with a standard. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

@EconTeach Hi Sandra! #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 - We choose to assign a grade once our Learners are approaching Proficiency due to enough practice being completed. #sblchat

MrStefferCVHS Sep 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

-Hi, I'm Randy, science teacher from Sterling Heights, MI. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Here We Grow... #sblchat https://t.co/zEG2lvkTse

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Q1 How do you decide when to assign a grade/score to something? #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

@MrStefferCVHS Welcome Randy! #sblchat

Mr_D_Reeves Sep 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Day 12: Clear standards and learning targets lead the way each day in #ReevesGEO #sblchat #teach180 #smscompass https://t.co/6Beun5Dqo7

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

@GNiklasch Welcome Gary! #sblchat

Aricfoster2 Sep 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: formative = only words until learner is proficient at standards on that task. "When it gets a number, learning stops" #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

This is what we're talking about... #sblchat https://t.co/grKLZCYuJe

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 A grade can be assigned once Ss have had ample opportunity to build mastery with a standard. #sblchat

yseeleyjones Sep 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

This type of chat is all new to me! Yvette from New Brunswick, Canada. Middle school math. #sblchat

KatieBudrow Sep 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 Scores only get assigned when S & I agree that we are proud of their work. Until then, there isn't a score but lots of feedback! #sblchat

kenmattingly Sep 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

I only assign a score when Ss have had ample opportunity to practice. Even then there is opportunity to improve thru cont practice #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@BarbMiller12 Welcome Barb! #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 - We choose to assign or record a Proficiency Level once enough feedback has been given, processed and responded to. #sblchat

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: A grade is assigned on a summative assessment. This should be after much practice and successful formatives. #sblchat

CoachLesterBHS Sep 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 Everything gets descriptive feedback. Trying to avoid the word "grade" We call it the G word We don't say the G word. #sblchat

MrsReadout Sep 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: We assign a score to summ assess. We review students' scores and if majority fo students are 3-4 then we report, if not reteach #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: I only mark summatives w/ a score. All formatives(work, practice, quizzes) get feedback. Tests get a score- & 1 per standard. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@EconTeach Sandra, we'll pleased for you to join #sblchat tonight!

mrstokes24 Sep 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 only after there has been time to practice, and learning has occurred #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@yseeleyjones Welcome Yvette! #sblchat

GradesHarding Sep 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 I only assign a score/grade to something when it is a final assessment and students have shown they are ready to assess #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 Only when a judgment of quality of achievement is made to use in the determining report card grades. #sblchat

j_ozbolt Sep 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 when the product aligns to the learning objectives and S has convinced me that it is their best work #sblchat

Aricfoster2 Sep 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: summative = has to get numbers in SBL at my school to indicate proficiency and calculate final grade for higher ed purposes. #sblchat

drgbenro Sep 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Here, here... #sblchat https://t.co/lBVxIz14X7

kirk_humphreys Sep 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: I only assign a score 1) when the student says they're ready to assess and 2) when it is summative piece of work. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@MrStefferCVHS Randy, we're glad you are on the #sblchat train tonight!

tcesarski Sep 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: I think grades can only come after Ss have gotten real feedback and opportunities to learn from that feedback #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 - We wait until the marking period is closed to record learning that has not YET happened. Please hold off on zeroes! #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT

RT Q1 How do you decide when to assign a grade/score to something? #sblchat

arbuckle73 Sep 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: Assign a grade when measuring against the standard #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT

BAM!! #sblchat https://t.co/haUIUMpAac

Aricfoster2 Sep 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: formative = only words until learner is proficient at standards on that task. "When it gets a number, learning stops" #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT

This! #sblchat https://t.co/qB6DhyKfqK

tcesarski Sep 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: I think grades can only come after Ss have gotten real feedback and opportunities to learn from that feedback #sblchat

tcesarski Sep 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT

@arbuckle73 are your formative assessments not standards-based? #sblchat

KatieHuang2 Sep 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Katie Huang fourth grade Saline, MI #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT

@yseeleyjones Yvette, how might we support you in #sblchat tonight?

nataleestotz Sep 21 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#sblchat A1: when you've moved beyond initial learning and there has been some practice. When they're ready to start demonstrating learning

hhschiaravalli Sep 21 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Arthur Chiaravalli, ELA 12 and #APLit teacher from Haslett, Michigan, arriving late for #sblchat

tcesarski Sep 21 @ 9:11 PM EDT

@MeganCMoMo do Ss final grades ever come as a surprise to them at the end of the year? #sblchat

arbuckle73 Sep 21 @ 9:11 PM EDT

@tcesarski Good question…It all ties back to the standards but we also have school wide learning outcomes (SWLOs) #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@hhschiaravalli Hi Arthur! #sblchat

1TylerB Sep 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT

participating in tonight's #sblchat w/ awesome people from across the globe! Let's go!

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@yseeleyjones Here to help if you need me #sblchat

BarbMiller12 Sep 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT

When the S shows proficient or exemplary on the formative assessments. Then it transforms into a gradebook grade (bah).#sblchat

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@MeganCMoMo I love the word feedback instead of grade. If it's formative it's to see where we are and to improve. #sblchat

drgbenro Sep 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#sblchat is just getting started. Join us to discuss Standards-Based Learning! #waedchat #wateachlead #tpepchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I even try to avoid the word grade (v) when I talk to other Ts and Ps. I will tell them the work I have to take home is marking. #sblchat

KatieBudrow Sep 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@MrsReadout Thanks! Parents and students really identify with it. Makes everything work a little better. #sblchat

bspruytte Sep 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Working on building end of unit summatives that get scored/rescored after Ss practice and receive good, descriptive feedback #sblchat

CoachLesterBHS Sep 21 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1 again. Ss help me determine a "grade" at end of semester once they've learned all they can in our time together based on growth #sblchat

scotthazeu Sep 21 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: When a grade or score might actually help a student see a way forward. #sblchat

nataleestotz Sep 21 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@KatieHuang2 I've heard of Saline! I had Ss move from MA to Saline. That was about 7-8 years ago. #sblchat

kenmattingly Sep 21 @ 9:13 PM EDT

He ain't lying! ;-) #sblchat https://t.co/byuxcHPHAM

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Yes, yes, yes. I’ve been trying to get this difference become part of our usage of terminology for 20 years!!!!… https://t.co/bWrSRhqjuf

EconTeach Sep 21 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Please give me some feedback. #sblchat trying to encourage collaboration! https://t.co/IGczGH5qMD

tcesarski Sep 21 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@CoachLesterBHS very curious at how this works!! is it based on assessments throughout the year? #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@tcesarski No, they have a rubric that was explained that converts. I provide this to lower anxiety since I am an SBL island. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:13 PM EDT

We don't 'grade' papers any more. We provide feedback. #sblchat https://t.co/b1y1xlWZaV

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT

I am with you on removing the word grade. It only happens twice a year. Otherwise, I 'mark' papers and give feedbac… https://t.co/3WH7LBc6kI

KellyNPipes Sep 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Joining late, first chat of the school year. Kelly, bio/CTE from NC #sblchat

RESP3CTtheGAME Sep 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@MeganCMoMo Absolutely! Words matter. The language we use communicates what we value #sblchat https://t.co/bbrDFsEzeB

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I even try to avoid the word grade (v) when I talk to other Ts and Ps. I will tell them the work I have to take home is marking. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@KatieHuang2 Katie, welcome! #sblchat

drgbenro Sep 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Hard to shift a culture...so much history & foundation in symbols and underlying assumptions about "grades" #sblchat https://t.co/5Vf8VEfyQI

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Yes, yes, yes. I’ve been trying to get this difference become part of our usage of terminology for 20 years!!!!… https://t.co/bWrSRhqjuf

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@KellyNPipes Welcome Kelly! #sblchat

CoachLesterBHS Sep 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@tcesarski Yep. They look at their performance on major assignments and use evidence to argue for their grade in a conference #sblchat

nad3rm Sep 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Nader Mohyuddin, hs geometry and #apcalc teacher at arts school in Tennessee proud advocate of SBL #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@hhschiaravalli Arthur, we've been waiting your timely arrival... #sblchat

MandyStalets Sep 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1: When it is summative. Something is summative when I feel Ss have had enough formative work to be confident in their ability. #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@kenoc7 I told you Ken, we can be the army that makes it happen #sblchat #togetherwemakechange

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@nad3rm Glad to have you with us Nader! #sblchat

kenmattingly Sep 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@bspruytte this is good stuff. Others could benefit from your practice/insights. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@1TylerB Tyler, thrilled for you to join our #sblchat Crew tonight!

scotthazeu Sep 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1: When Ss feel their work is ready for a more summative assessment after several iterations/feedback loops. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@MandyStalets Hi Mandy! #sblchat

nataleestotz Sep 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@RoweRikW @MeganCMoMo I still have Ss & Ps who tell me they need the grade to know how they're doing. #sblchat

dbuckedu Sep 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Feedback conversations between Ts and Ss. Not a transactional, one-way discussion. Score reflects the learning not the product. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#STOPIT #sblchat https://t.co/DxvTraxrdZ

nataleestotz Sep 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@RoweRikW @MeganCMoMo I still have Ss & Ps who tell me they need the grade to know how they're doing. #sblchat

1TylerB Sep 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#sblchat A1: grades and scoring should be seen as a form of feedback. Learning over time isn't necessarily reflected in a grade

hhschiaravalli Sep 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1: Not anymore. In #APLit, we're obviously encountering the exam, so it happens there. But not for the purpose of "calculation." #sblchat

BarbMiller12 Sep 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@RoweRikW Our 0s are recorded as 60 and that is if NO evidence of learning yet is present. Hard to do when conferring counts. #sblchat

KellyNPipes Sep 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1: I enter a mark for a standard after Ss have demonstrated what they know in each part of it. #sblchat

tcesarski Sep 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@CoachLesterBHS interesting! I've never heard of it! have you ever had someone argue for a grade way off from what they deserved? #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Fantastic! All Ts should be doing this. #sblchat https://t.co/qgaohNVEV6

bspruytte Sep 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Working on building end of unit summatives that get scored/rescored after Ss practice and receive good, descriptive feedback #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Q2 If a student submits evidence that doesn’t meet the standard, do you still assign a grade to it? Why or why not? #sblchat

hhschiaravalli Sep 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Fashionably late @RoweRikW! #sblchat https://t.co/hD18FEnTsn

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@hhschiaravalli Arthur, we've been waiting your timely arrival... #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

We hold off on all ZEROES until the marking period closes. #sblchat https://t.co/6EmqvYCBwm

BarbMiller12 Sep 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@RoweRikW Our 0s are recorded as 60 and that is if NO evidence of learning yet is present. Hard to do when conferring counts. #sblchat

yseeleyjones Sep 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A1 I'm big on descriptive feedback. I am to a point where I don't feel traditional grading is where we need to be #sblchat

GradesHarding Sep 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A1 would love to only give grade at the end of the term to demonstrate final learning. HS eligibility forces me to do so every week #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@mrstokes24 @kenmattingly @MeganCMoMo Agreed. The words we use are a critical part of/determinant of culture. #sblchat

tcesarski Sep 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@MeganCMoMo would you mind sharing this rubric with me? I'm interested to see what it looks like! #sblchat

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@nataleestotz @RoweRikW @MeganCMoMo It's a mindset change for Ps sometimes more than the Ss. #sblchat

KatieBudrow Sep 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@MrsReadout Another thing that helps this is asking S to share work with P. Helps P see progress w/o checking scores in gradebook. #sblchat

bspruytte Sep 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@kenmattingly thanks, Ken! Like I said, it's a work in progress--I'm still refining my SBL practice, so I've got room to grow #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Arthur, you just wanted to make an entrance! #sblchat You did! https://t.co/Cb6Kw09MTh

hhschiaravalli Sep 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT
Fashionably late @RoweRikW! #sblchat https://t.co/hD18FEnTsn
- RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT
  
  @hhschiaravalli Arthur, we've been waiting your timely arrival... #sblchat

seangrealis Sep 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A1: I'm mostly interested in how other science teachers approach lab reports. Formative or Summative? Graded or feedback only? #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

So True! #sblchat https://t.co/OMeBKEgVgq

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@nataleestotz @RoweRikW @MeganCMoMo It's a mindset change for Ps sometimes more than the Ss. #sblchat

CoachLesterBHS Sep 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2- No way. They aren't ready yet. They don't get a grade. They get a "Let's try this again soon" #sblchat

nataleestotz Sep 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@TTmomTT @RoweRikW @MeganCMoMo An uphill battle. #sblchat

KatieHuang2 Sep 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

I have been using the word "learner" and today I presented these ideas at our grade level. I think I left them overwhelmed. #sblchat

kirk_humphreys Sep 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2:If it is a summative...yes with the intention they can definitely improve with feedback to get better.Always chances to improve. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2 - When Learners submit evidence that does not YET meet the Standard, we record NYP or Not Yet Proficient. Feedback > Grades #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2 I would ask the student to complete additional practice with the standard and reassess. Why grade something twice? #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@GradesHarding Doing it every week is absurd. Who makes such antiquated rules? #sblchat

kenmattingly Sep 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2 I assign a performance level to it. Even if poor work, Ss need to know where they are and then work some more to improve #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Worth every step UPHILL... #sblchat https://t.co/fQ5oNE70vd

nataleestotz Sep 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@TTmomTT @RoweRikW @MeganCMoMo An uphill battle. #sblchat

MsSaretsky Sep 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A1) once the student has received feedback and ops for revision . If Ts and S feel it is S best work. S need to move forward 2 grow #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Self-assessment is vital FOR Learning.... #sblchat https://t.co/GIddLgHkqL

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@nataleestotz @RoweRikW @MeganCMoMo i ask Ss to tell me how they are doing based on feedback

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@GradesHarding Boo. We are basing our eligibility on behavior (habits of success) this year. #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: I debate this, but yes. I need communication. Eventually when I am not alone on my island, I will not post until Ss reach 3. #sblchat

1TylerB Sep 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT

#sblchat A1 However, it's important to ensure that your Ss Ps and Ts know that this is a marathon and not a sprint 2/3

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: We track the progress of each attempt on a spreadsheet. The final grade happens at the summative at end of semester. #sblchat

RESP3CTtheGAME Sep 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@kenoc7 With your guidance, #sblchat educators are bringing your message to fruition. Thanks, Ken! https://t.co/jBMRiPJCOo

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Yes, yes, yes. I’ve been trying to get this difference become part of our usage of terminology for 20 years!!!!… https://t.co/bWrSRhqjuf

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2 - We see no reason to assign a grade when Learners are still practicing, gaining confidence and working through challenges. #sblchat

Aricfoster2 Sep 21 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: No, when it gets a number, learning tends to stop. A number/grade implies the feedback cycle is over. #sblchat

kenmattingly Sep 21 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@bspruytte I've been doing SBL for 10 years and am still refining. There is always room to improve! #sblchat

j_ozbolt Sep 21 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2 No. But I do give lots and lots of feedback and encouragement #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@nataleestotz @RoweRikW I continue to respond with "they have areas to work on" #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Clever and worth trying... #sblchat https://t.co/S3PvBMsjZo

mrs_buttler Sep 21 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@tcesarski @RoweRikW why I do #entrancetickets not #exittickets. Gives me a sense of yes I can go on or no I need to stop&reteach

BarbMiller12 Sep 21 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@RoweRikW we have 3 week progress reports as well as 6 week final reports. Square pegs surviving in round holes. #SBLCHAT

1TylerB Sep 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

#sblchat A1 We could have a larger conversation about the "grade" based culture that we exist in that's not always linked to learning 3/3

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Too funny... #sblchat https://t.co/V5FR6MjMuY

BarbMiller12 Sep 21 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@RoweRikW we have 3 week progress reports as well as 6 week final reports. Square pegs surviving in round holes. #SBLCHAT

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

RT Q2 If a student submits evidence that doesn’t meet the standard, do you still assign a grade to it? Why or why not? #sblchat

arbuckle73 Sep 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: Great ? but I think the follow up is if you do, will you allow Ss to resubmit to meet standard? #sblchat https://t.co/EYkJqkLJVN

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Q2 If a student submits evidence that doesn’t meet the standard, do you still assign a grade to it? Why or why not? #sblchat

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Exaclty. This is why feedback is more productive. Learning continues. #sblchat https://t.co/WaQOHwTuIu

Aricfoster2 Sep 21 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: No, when it gets a number, learning tends to stop. A number/grade implies the feedback cycle is over. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

@seangrealis Labs for the science teachers I work with are formative. The Ss learn through the process of the lab with feedback. #sblchat

tcesarski Sep 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

@Aricfoster2 what if there was a grade with opportunity for correction/revision? #sblchat

dbuckedu Sep 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Challenge at college level is that some Ss have never been asked to produce evidence of learning. They prefer grades over feedback #sblchat

seangrealis Sep 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: I would give a grade but also provide feedback and a clear path for the student to rework and retry #sblchat

hhschiaravalli Sep 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: No. I recently wrote about why why https://t.co/FGBs8mtN60 #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

I give a score sheet broken down by stnadards so they self identify what needs they have so they start the converstation with me #sblchat

JJohnsonCCHS Sep 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2 No don't give them a mark, students tend to get too caught up with the initial score! Re-assesment! #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

@seangrealis Not a science teacher but cookbook labs= learning/formative. Labs where students apply knowledge= summative. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT

I'm preparing to push Proficiency Levels to our Learners on a mobile app I'm developing for them... #sblchat https://t.co/RoRHZpX1dT

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: We track the progress of each attempt on a spreadsheet. The final grade happens at the summative at end of semester. #sblchat

KatieHuang2 Sep 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A1 I have been really thinking about powerschool and formative assessments that I currently give. Really thinking about the "why". #sblchat

nataleestotz Sep 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT

@BarbMiller12 @RoweRikW Seems that more frequent progress updates is supportive of the process. Keeps learning on-going. #sblchat

yseeleyjones Sep 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 I am a big believer in redos and rewrites after conversations between Ts and Ss happen. This will continue until they master. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT

HUGE! #sblchat https://t.co/oUpw6YyiNR

nataleestotz Sep 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT

@BarbMiller12 @RoweRikW Seems that more frequent progress updates is supportive of the process. Keeps learning on-going. #sblchat

kenmattingly Sep 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT

@1TylerB isn't that a shame. So many who are so worried about the grade, but could care less about the learning. #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT

@tcesarski DM me for more explanation. #sblchat https://t.co/Lj3yHftWb0

drgbenro Sep 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q2 - No...feedback to support my S in getting to their next step & closer to standard. #sblchat

nad3rm Sep 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 yes , one that is failing on the 100pt school scale, but can be retaken until proficient (so long as aligned hw is complete) #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT

@arbuckle73 Then why grade twice? If the evidence isn't showing proficiency, time to practice and reassess. No grade necessary. #sblchat

drgbenro Sep 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 - No...feedback to support my S in getting to their next step & closer to standard. #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A@ Can’t say it any better than this. #sblchat https://t.co/xPAMOC2lRr

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2 I would ask the student to complete additional practice with the standard and reassess. Why grade something twice? #sblchat

hhschiaravalli Sep 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

No, thanks to #sblchat. I recently wrote about why: https://t.co/FGBs8mtN60

jaykeuter Sep 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

@ericnentrup @GetAlma should swing by the #sblchat

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

@RoweRikW You mentioned that before and I made a note to check it out. Haven't had time yet but intrigued. #sblchat

KellyNPipes Sep 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2: I give each attempt a mark even if it's NY=Not Yet. And every NY comes with a to-do list. #sblchat

MrsReadout Sep 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2 Don't want to. We have to figure out how to get an NY in our grade book but don't want it to equate to a percentage. #sblchat

RESP3CTtheGAME Sep 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2 Initiate the power of "NOT YET," then work w learner to establish a plan #sblchat https://t.co/4wnyHE5GRk

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Q2 If a student submits evidence that doesn’t meet the standard, do you still assign a grade to it? Why or why not? #sblchat

KatieBudrow Sep 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

@kenoc7 @seangrealis Depends on the standard. If the lab report aligns w/ standard, it could be formative. If not, just practice. #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

my scoresheets show no "grade" only 1-5 for each standard. takes the focus away from the "grade"#sblchat https://t.co/Hg1t7Jv1WF

JJohnsonCCHS Sep 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2 No don't give them a mark, students tend to get too caught up with the initial score! Re-assesment! #sblchat

KatieHuang2 Sep 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q2. That would be a great point to confer with the ss #sblchat

nad3rm Sep 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2 the way I look at it, all assessment is formative until it's summative #sblchat

NKleinmeyer Sep 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2: I assign a grade as communication to Student & parents where we are in the learning. Its not final until learning is finished. #sblchat

BarbMiller12 Sep 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2 no, we have a proficiency scale with descriptors. T&S recognize where S is on scale then work to move up the scaffold. #sblchat

yseeleyjones Sep 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2 the only reason we give marks eventually is because someone suggested we need a due date #sblchat

KatieBudrow Sep 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

@kenoc7 @seangrealis Ack, my brain is foggy. Meant summative. Not formative. #sblchat

1TylerB Sep 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

#sblchat A2) Depends on the culture you're allowed and want to create. My AP students wanted everything scored to the rubric

bspruytte Sep 21 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2 I work to build culture with growth mindset, so when this happens I can say to Ss "not yet". Keep growing/revising #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Let's all do this... #sblchat https://t.co/Rb7Hj5zmwK

KatieHuang2 Sep 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A1 I have been really thinking about powerschool and formative assessments that I currently give. Really thinking about the "why". #sblchat

MrStefferCVHS Sep 21 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2 I give Ss a score on the standard as a form of feedback to show where their level of learning is, even if they haven't met it. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@CoachLesterBHS @RESP3CTtheGAME Ah, yet. One of my favorite words! #sblchat

MandyStalets Sep 21 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2: No matter what promote the culture of learning and growth. Everything can be formative and a new starting point. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:22 PM EDT

So grateful to hear this... #sblchat https://t.co/SUr5JpAm2i

yseeleyjones Sep 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 I am a big believer in redos and rewrites after conversations between Ts and Ss happen. This will continue until they master. #sblchat

GradesHarding Sep 21 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2 I rather only give a grade once all the standards have been met and I want that grade to be "proficient" or "ready to move on" #sblchat

hilldw61 Sep 21 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2) Lack of evidence LOE is better than incomplete, deferred testing reduces retakes. No grade if there is not enough evidence #sblchat

arbuckle73 Sep 21 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Are grading & feedback separate? Why not do both at the same time?? #sblchat Feedback should be the focus!! https://t.co/QuJT1XSWhQ

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT

@arbuckle73 Then why grade twice? If the evidence isn't showing proficiency, time to practice and reassess. No grade necessary. #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2 I stress that I learned over YEARS they can take time to learn it right and show me all year long #sblchat

nataleestotz Sep 21 @ 9:23 PM EDT

#sblchat I'm currently in a traditional grading system. So give grade & then provide support & chance to redo.

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Your NY (Not Yet) and our NYP (Not Yet Proficient) - Love it! #sblchat https://t.co/iny60P0ent

KellyNPipes Sep 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2: I give each attempt a mark even if it's NY=Not Yet. And every NY comes with a to-do list. #sblchat

MsSaretsky Sep 21 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2) no grade, bring in support, dialogue, call parents #sblchat

bspruytte Sep 21 @ 9:24 PM EDT

@kenmattingly Good to know! I'm early on my journey--not 100% implemented yet, but I'm taking strides in the right direction #sblchat

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:24 PM EDT

@GradesHarding so if Ss meet the standard once you consider them proficient? I revisit stds. Prof/Mastery isn't one and done. #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:24 PM EDT

@CoachLesterBHS @tcesarski I have a certain standards that are required to pass course, others determine A-D. #sblchat

yseeleyjones Sep 21 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Realistically I can take my drivers licence ten times before passing. Or MCATS, LSATS, the list goes on. #sblchat

1TylerB Sep 21 @ 9:24 PM EDT

@garnet_hillman Should each standard be independently "graded" or evaluated w the EOC/EOY mastery level in mind? #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Profound! #sblchat https://t.co/33EJP4nHHF

nad3rm Sep 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2 the way I look at it, all assessment is formative until it's summative #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:24 PM EDT

@kenoc7 It's a tough road to get here but worth it. Eligibility & honor roll (although I'd rather get rid of this) based on habits. #sblchat

kenmattingly Sep 21 @ 9:24 PM EDT

@kenoc7 this is another case of not trusting Ts. It's easier to just look at gradebook than to trust T judgement on effort. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Let's hold off as long as we need to... #sblchat https://t.co/X5AVJbha8I

yseeleyjones Sep 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2 the only reason we give marks eventually is because someone suggested we need a due date #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Q3 What is an ideal number of grades for a marking period? #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@BarbMiller12 That is overkill, way too often. Do the progress reports have grades? if they do they are not “progress” reports. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@1TylerB We record levels of proficiency with each standard that us summatively assessed each marking period. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT

#COLchat #SBLchat https://t.co/MLnWBmC4yn

MandyStalets Sep 21 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2: No matter what promote the culture of learning and growth. Everything can be formative and a new starting point. #sblchat

tcesarski Sep 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@CoachLesterBHS @MeganCMoMo how do you decide which standards are necessary to pass the class? #sblchat

nataleestotz Sep 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@Ms_Heilsberg Yes. Trying to refine my planning & teaching to do better at this! #sblchat

CoachLesterBHS Sep 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3- Grades? The one at the end of the year. Evidence of learning? As many as I can get my hands on. #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT

@CoachLesterBHS @tcesarski I did this bc a % of "meets" allowed them to pick the strds & play school.I am T, I know what they need. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3 - Rather than focus on a reasonable number of grades, we focus on providing a variety of learning opportunities. Learn > Grade #sblchat

kirk_humphreys Sep 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3: Whatever is enough to show mastery of content. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3 Less is more with the number of grades - I had twelve per semester, one for each standard. #sblchat

MsSaretsky Sep 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT

S believe learning is competitive? Hard work to change this culture #sblchat https://t.co/W9285kECY2

dbuckedu Sep 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Challenge at college level is that some Ss have never been asked to produce evidence of learning. They prefer grades over feedback #sblchat

hhschiaravalli Sep 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT

This is pretty much the answer to Q3 too! @RoweRikW #sblchat https://t.co/vQA3KZNtiy

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT
Let's hold off as long as we need to... #sblchat https://t.co/X5AVJbha8I
- yseeleyjones Sep 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT
  
  A2 the only reason we give marks eventually is because someone suggested we need a due date #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT

@KatieHuang2 In PowerSchool no assessment has to have score. #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT

As many as a Ss might need to show mastery .. depend on the Ss Ts must be flexable #sblchat https://t.co/kOvNnZV749

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Q3 What is an ideal number of grades for a marking period? #sblchat

kenmattingly Sep 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3 - Ideal number of grades depends on amount and grain size of the learning. 3 grades sometimes says volumes more than 20. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT

@GradesHarding It could, I had 12 per semester. #sblchat

KatieBudrow Sep 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3 Not sure if this is ideal, but I like it a lot. Have 2-4 projects per quarter. Each of those assesses 1-3 skills. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3 - We believe having more opportunities for learning or re-learning is better than having lots of premature grades. #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Why am I 6 minutes behind on #sblchat?

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT

LOUDER please... #sblchat https://t.co/ldaMTSt9QS

yseeleyjones Sep 21 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Realistically I can take my drivers licence ten times before passing. Or MCATS, LSATS, the list goes on. #sblchat

MandyStalets Sep 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3:Rather than a number, what are the essential skills that my learners need-report those. Less is more, no need to overwhelm. #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT

@tcesarski @CoachLesterBHS I look at application, longevity w/in the course, and vertical alignment to other math courses. #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Ts make learning competative with themselves only .. then mastery matters #sblchat https://t.co/hAjCHBVMGJ

MsSaretsky Sep 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT
S believe learning is competitive? Hard work to change this culture #sblchat https://t.co/W9285kECY2
- dbuckedu Sep 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT
  
  Challenge at college level is that some Ss have never been asked to produce evidence of learning. They prefer grades over feedback #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT

@kenoc7 No worries, I am right there with you. #sblchat

nataleestotz Sep 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT

#sblchat A3: is there really a magic number? It depends on how you set up your assessment & what you choose to record grades for.

bspruytte Sep 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3 I'd rather not quantify. Depends on the needs of the learners and the rate at which we work #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT

@garnet_hillman Agreed #sblchat

kenmattingly Sep 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT

@kenoc7 Canadian time? #sblchat

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT

@kenoc7 @KatieHuang2 You can mark it as do not include in grade and it still shows. #sblchat

yseeleyjones Sep 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3 UGH! Each student takes a different route to learn a standard or outcome. There should be no right answer to this. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT

RT Q3 What is an ideal number of grades for a marking period? #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT

@arbuckle73 Feedback is the focus. No need to assign two different grades with one being less than proficient. #sblchat

Aricfoster2 Sep 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3: Trick question. :) too many variables. Ideally, only one: the summative mark at the end that has to be reported. #sblchat

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT

@kenoc7 @KatieHuang2 I break PowerSchool often because it doesn't like it when I change existing marks. I replace with most recent. #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3: I dislike this Q, bc it can force curriculum to meet that magic number or Ts think they need to balance strds per term. #sblchat

MrStefferCVHS Sep 21 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3 I only give scores to the standards we explore, each standard gets a score but none are finalize until the end of the year. #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3 3-5 scores for each standard.#sblchat

JJohnsonCCHS Sep 21 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3 been having conversations lately on how many times students need to validate proficiency on standards? #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Let's #MakeLearningPersonal and Feedback specific #sblchat https://t.co/3dLr02ow1N

bspruytte Sep 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3 I'd rather not quantify. Depends on the needs of the learners and the rate at which we work #sblchat

KellyNPipes Sep 21 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3: I use the standards for each course as the "assignments." My CTE course has 9 PBL-like standards. Bio has 30+. #sblchat

MandyStalets Sep 21 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Can I just say how much I despise the artificial deadlines that are quarters/trimesters? Wish we had a more natural way to report! #sblchat

bspruytte Sep 21 @ 9:30 PM EDT

@Aricfoster2 I had to take a minute and think about what "Grade" means. Formative? Summative? Feedback? Final letter mark? #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:30 PM EDT

@1TylerB Thank you Tyler. #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:30 PM EDT

@KellyNPipes We should avoid “exceeding.” #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:30 PM EDT

YES!!!! Let the learning timeline be organic! DO NOT force anything! #sblchat https://t.co/bDowcO7JeJ

MandyStalets Sep 21 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Can I just say how much I despise the artificial deadlines that are quarters/trimesters? Wish we had a more natural way to report! #sblchat

kenmattingly Sep 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

@MeganCMoMo buts that why it has to be asked. We need to converse about this. It gets us to the point of what is a grade? #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Clever Man... #sblchat https://t.co/gH4q4DL4XL

Aricfoster2 Sep 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3: Trick question. :) too many variables. Ideally, only one: the summative mark at the end that has to be reported. #sblchat

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Shout this louder. I'm right there with you! #sblchat https://t.co/i6cyBMXBvR

MandyStalets Sep 21 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Can I just say how much I despise the artificial deadlines that are quarters/trimesters? Wish we had a more natural way to report! #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

They can do it once, but then I wanna see them do it again later to retain mastery #sblchat https://t.co/uTGmlp5cbK

JJohnsonCCHS Sep 21 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3 been having conversations lately on how many times students need to validate proficiency on standards? #sblchat

mrstokes24 Sep 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

#sblchat standards vs skills!?

nad3rm Sep 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

@garnet_hillman @RoweRikW A3 ~ as many as the # of standards you teach that period, breaking some big ones up into more if needed #sblchat

nataleestotz Sep 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

@MandyStalets Who are those deadlines really for? Ss, or Ts & Ps? What if we did away with them and gave feedback @ reg intervals? #sblchat

KatieHuang2 Sep 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A2: I do realize that there are features in powerschool and am doing that, but now to use standards in powerschool #sblchat

hhschiaravalli Sep 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3: This is what I keep thinking @DrTae #sblchat https://t.co/YRvwoqzv8f

drgbenro Sep 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3 - In my experience, it depends on your content area & grading scales (Avg, Mode, PowerLaw). #sblchat

scotthazeu Sep 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

I fiddle with PowerSchool weighting so that the entire semester is one marking period. It maximizes the number of grades per period #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

@kenmattingly Oh heck if you had only asked that first...Ha! #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Yes, that was what I was trying to say but you can also use just a check for completed. #sblchat https://t.co/rYfwzv5pXC

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT

@kenoc7 @KatieHuang2 You can mark it as do not include in grade and it still shows. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:32 PM EDT

@MeganCMoMo Just looking for people to share what would be a ball park number. no magic number :) #sblchat

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:32 PM EDT

@RoweRikW @Aricfoster2 I'm right there with you. Summative is all that should counts so that's when it should be reported! #sblchat

MandyStalets Sep 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@nataleestotz That is what we do. Ongoing feedback and reporting becomes so much more valuable than that paper. Ss and Ps see that. #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@garnet_hillman I have one mark for each standard - for me that is 16 standards per semester. #sblchat

GradesHarding Sep 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A3 I definitely think less is more. Too many standards/grades just gets lost. A few directed grades/targets means a lot more. #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@TTmomTT @KatieHuang2 Default in PowerTeacher Pro is most recent so if that is not what comes up someone has changed the default. #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@KatieHuang2 Powerschool does allow for SBG you just need to set it up through the school #sblchat

1TylerB Sep 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A3) The ideal number of grades?! If anyone tries to justify this over measuring the ideal learning outcomes, I'll be disappointed #sblchat

KellyNPipes Sep 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@kenoc7 Exceeding the requirement of the standard, not my expectations. Students like the simplified language, so I changed it. #sblchat

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@MeganCMoMo @garnet_hillman That's about what I have too. We keep attempts formative until semester end. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Q4 Why doesn’t the statement ‘if I don’t grade it, they won’t do it’ reign true? #sblchat

BarbMiller12 Sep 21 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A3 don't know about ideal. District requirement is 10 per grading period #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Now we're ready for this question! #sblchat https://t.co/yndvtWXVS5

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Q4 Why doesn’t the statement ‘if I don’t grade it, they won’t do it’ reign true? #sblchat

CoachLesterBHS Sep 21 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4- My response to that is always "Then you're doing it wrong". My Ss work so hard and it's never because of a grade. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT

@Aricfoster2 No tricks! :) Good to converse about how this plays out for everyone. #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT

@MandyStalets Just treat them as administrative/communication conveniences and carry on as for the whole course/year. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4 - Our Learners appreciate and ask for Extra Practice while they know none of it is graded. Practice before Grading. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4 Kids who are struggling to complete assignments struggle to complete them no matter whether they are graded or not. #sblchat

Aricfoster2 Sep 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4: 7 years of evidence to the contrary. Last year I had 102 juniors do 94% of their tasks all year w/o external number motivation #sblchat

kirk_humphreys Sep 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4: Stopped "grading" and collecting all work since fall 2015. # of practice work not completed for a little over a year..0. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Great Leader and Mentor! #sblchat https://t.co/rlW5PJVUBv

CoachLesterBHS Sep 21 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4- My response to that is always "Then you're doing it wrong". My Ss work so hard and it's never because of a grade. #sblchat

tcesarski Sep 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4: Because grades are a form of extrinsic motivation and research shows Ss do less w/ extrinsic motivators #sblchat

nad3rm Sep 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT

@garnet_hillman A4 if it's engaging, relevant, and fosters curiosity and creativity they will do it. All about class culture #sblchat

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4: Ss will practice, ask ?, & get help when they know lrning is the focus. If grade is focus then they WON'T do it unless graded. #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT

@garnet_hillman told my Ss i wouldnt grade everything cause they need to LEARN its the expectation they do their work #sblchat

1TylerB Sep 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4) It reigns true to those who haven't explained how a student ultimately earns their final grade. 1/2 #sblchat

MandyStalets Sep 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4: Because change is hard. We have taught students to play the game of school for so long that some believe this. Sad but true. #sblchat

yseeleyjones Sep 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT

We need to build resiliency in students not that marks are important. If it's important to them, they will do it. #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4: My Ss do 90% of assigned practice with NO 'points'. That might be higher than a T that does give points. Mine do it to learn #sblchat

KatieBudrow Sep 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4 When the work is important, Ss will do it. Make sure you show why the work is important. The why is key. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4 - Our Learners are understanding that the learning is what we're after and the grades will take care of themselves. #sblchat

GradesHarding Sep 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4 If you make the work meaningful, students will WANT to do it. If they do it just for "points", they get very little out of it. #sblchat

kenmattingly Sep 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4 - BC that's what we've taught Ss. We don't say it's for practice, assessing learning, or prep for tomorrow. Take easy way out #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

#resiliencechat #sblchat https://t.co/PmrAocF5EW

yseeleyjones Sep 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT

We need to build resiliency in students not that marks are important. If it's important to them, they will do it. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

@arbuckle73 Yep, which means the first grade is unnecessary. #sblchat

MsMontagnon Sep 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

I am so bummed I missed the first part of tonight’s #sblchat, but I am here now! Going to try and catch up!

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

@KatieHuang2 PowerTeacher Pro can be used completely as standards-based. #sblchat

drgbenro Sep 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A3 - It depends on your content area, grading scales (Avg, Mode, PowerLaw), & standard cluster (not all standards are =). #sblchat

CoachLesterBHS Sep 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4- Continued I collected 782/782 Major assignments from 46 Ss last year. They will work if there's a purpose in the work #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

build relationships with Ts and Ss so they will do work for works sake #sblchat also do other types of assessment t… https://t.co/zZ2fChnHYq

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Q4 Why doesn’t the statement ‘if I don’t grade it, they won’t do it’ reign true? #sblchat

hhschiaravalli Sep 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4: Because, according to @dylanwiliam, we've gotten students "addicted to grades" #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

RT Q4 Why doesn’t the statement ‘if I don’t grade it, they won’t do it’ reign true? #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: If a COL is established and maintained, students will engage for learning sake. They don't need points or prizes. #sblchat

kenmattingly Sep 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4 - Ss will do work that has value for them. Show Ss how the work helps them be successful and they will do it. #sblchat

MandyStalets Sep 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: Students want to learn in a safe environment. They want to be able to take risks and not be penalized/scrutinized. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Stunning Statement! #sblchat https://t.co/8coCKAcTO8

GradesHarding Sep 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4 If you make the work meaningful, students will WANT to do it. If they do it just for "points", they get very little out of it. #sblchat

mrstokes24 Sep 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Love the sports analogy of "practice". No practice, you'll look silly in the Big Game (assessment)#sblchat

1TylerB Sep 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4) https://t.co/468hRKmUvY #sblchat

MrStefferCVHS Sep 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4 I think this is only true if you set up a classroom culture focused on a grade as opposed to one focused on learning #sblchat

JJohnsonCCHS Sep 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: AHHHHHHH! Makes me want to scream! #sblchat

KellyNPipes Sep 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: Ss accept the challenge to learn what they don't know. But I'm finding its more difficult in CTE than in biology. Not sure why #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

@MsMontagnon Melanie, welcome! Are you good with where we are now? #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Awesome. #sblchat https://t.co/YmSwM9826j

Aricfoster2 Sep 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4: 7 years of evidence to the contrary. Last year I had 102 juniors do 94% of their tasks all year w/o external number motivation #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

speaking of A3 need resources on Ts increasing reigor if anyone has anything #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

@KellyNPipes Excels is a better word. Look at Guskey’s work on exceeding. #sblchat

tcesarski Sep 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

@mrstokes24 you could tell them about the book Outliers and doing 10,000 hours of practice at something to be great! #sblchat

MsMontagnon Sep 21 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4 b/c Ss have been trained to only see the value in a grade. Learning is only a by-product, at best. #sblchat

bspruytte Sep 21 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4 I've heard my colleague @aromoslawski say "culture eats strategy for breakfast". I think it applies here. #sblchat

nataleestotz Sep 21 @ 9:38 PM EDT

#sblchat A4: when work is meaningful & authentic, Ss will be invested & don't need reward/punishment. Strive to make work matter.

seangrealis Sep 21 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4: The number of Ss who complete practice onlyl for grade isn't very large. Students will/will not based on class culture #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@MandyStalets must have safe space in room #sblchat

MsMontagnon Sep 21 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@RoweRikW Yes, thank you! I just jumped right in! I will read through the beginning later :-) #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:38 PM EDT

#STOPIT #sblchat Just had to. https://t.co/t3wO6Y5TiS

hhschiaravalli Sep 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4: Because, according to @dylanwiliam, we've gotten students "addicted to grades" #sblchat

drgbenro Sep 21 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4 - It's about meeting the needs of The Whole Child. When Ss are safe, healthy, engaged, supported -> they can focus on academics #sblchat

KellyNPipes Sep 21 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@kenoc7 I don't use "exceeding" now. #sblchat

JJohnsonCCHS Sep 21 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A4: They aren't doing it because they don't see any value in it! #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:39 PM EDT

@MsMontagnon We are glad you are here Melanie! #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Our Learners told us this TODAY!! #sblchat https://t.co/YV37geWSz4

MandyStalets Sep 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: Students want to learn in a safe environment. They want to be able to take risks and not be penalized/scrutinized. #sblchat

scotthazeu Sep 21 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A4: Because we haven't shown students (or other stakeholders) a better alternative, nor have we shown Ss they are stakeholders. #sblchat

MsMontagnon Sep 21 @ 9:39 PM EDT

@garnet_hillman Thank you! Happy to be here #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A4: I ask 1st week of school "what is purpose of homework" - for 5 years 100% of Ss say - 'to practice/get better. 0% say - points #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:39 PM EDT

I can hear you... #sblchat https://t.co/LHMcLxzNtz

JJohnsonCCHS Sep 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: AHHHHHHH! Makes me want to scream! #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:39 PM EDT

@JJohnsonCCHS Ageed. It is like nails on a chalkboard. #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:40 PM EDT

@MrsReadout And they may never unitl they set up the class culture and try it. #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4 Ts show they keep learning so Ss see value in constant life long learning #sblchat

aollenburg Sep 21 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4: Taking the pressure off promotes questioning & feedback between S & T. #sblchat

1TylerB Sep 21 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Have to run, but I've thoroughly enjoyed the first portion of tonight's #sblchat You're all awesome, and we need more leaders like you!

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Ouch! #sblchat https://t.co/O2YgZduVEZ

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:39 PM EDT

@JJohnsonCCHS Ageed. It is like nails on a chalkboard. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:41 PM EDT

THIS!! #sblchat https://t.co/2UA8WD8kDY

aollenburg Sep 21 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4: Taking the pressure off promotes questioning & feedback between S & T. #sblchat

mrstokes24 Sep 21 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Culture and mindset are critical. #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4: I also do not give points/scores on quizzes & guess what non-believers - I have only had 3 blank quizzes in 6 years. #sblchat #theytry

MandyStalets Sep 21 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4: When the practice is meaningful and relevant they will do it. They realize it is necessary for the learning. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:41 PM EDT

@1TylerB See you next week Tyler! #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:41 PM EDT

I understand... #sblchat https://t.co/pCmKBUtydj

hhschiaravalli Sep 21 @ 9:40 PM EDT

But this is a great question, because the addiction is now the REALITY. It CAN conflict with building a positive cl… https://t.co/kqKYXnLDFr

GradesHarding Sep 21 @ 9:41 PM EDT

@MrsReadout @MeganCMoMo I totally agree with this. Teachers never believe me when I tell them kids do work for no points. #sblchat

zachherrmann Sep 21 @ 9:41 PM EDT

How exciting and meaningful is your course content? Would it motivate you if you weren't incentivized? Put yourself in S's shoes. #sblchat

nataleestotz Sep 21 @ 9:41 PM EDT

@bspruytte I'm learning how to make the connection better so Ss can see the whole picture better. Makes a huge difference! #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Please heed this wisdom... #sblchat https://t.co/hhfg2mB6Gr

mrstokes24 Sep 21 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Culture and mindset are critical. #sblchat

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:42 PM EDT

@MeganCMoMo I don't think I've gotten a blank quiz since switching to SBL. My Ss want to know where they are. They want feedback. #sblchat

KatieHuang2 Sep 21 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A4: Ss and Ts talk about the "why" and even young Ss can see the value. #sblchat

MsHLye Sep 21 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A4 I like to think my Ss are doing homework because they see the relevance. They like no-stakes work. Stakes are stressful #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:42 PM EDT

@MeganCMoMo Once I changed my grading practices I had no refusals. It was so wonderful! #sblchat #yestheydotry

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:42 PM EDT

BAM!! #sblchat - Love it! https://t.co/zO32HDpx7f

MandyStalets Sep 21 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4: When the practice is meaningful and relevant they will do it. They realize it is necessary for the learning. #sblchat

kenmattingly Sep 21 @ 9:42 PM EDT

@MeganCMoMo that is so indicative of your school's culture of learning. So awesome! #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:42 PM EDT

@KellyNPipes Sorry I misunderstood? What does your school/district use? #sblchat

tcesarski Sep 21 @ 9:42 PM EDT

@MeganCMoMo with all their grades coming from fewer assignments, does that put more pressure on those? #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Q5 Describe the impact grading has on hope. #sblchat

MsMontagnon Sep 21 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A4 I also feel our society (pressure from higher ed, Ps) compels Ss to only pay attention to a grade rather than feedback/learning #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:43 PM EDT

almost have no refusals since moving to sbg #sblchat https://t.co/Az2APlI9Ko

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:42 PM EDT

@MeganCMoMo Once I changed my grading practices I had no refusals. It was so wonderful! #sblchat #yestheydotry

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Really SO HUGE!! #sblchat https://t.co/TGFDjDD33d

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:43 PM EDT

@RoweRikW @MandyStalets Best moment ever - S asked for MORE practice. They know it's not for a grade, they wanted to learn. #sbschat

MsHLye Sep 21 @ 9:43 PM EDT

@tcesarski @MeganCMoMo I also do not put marks on quizzes. Ss like the chance to check. Gives them more confidence. #sblchat

bspruytte Sep 21 @ 9:43 PM EDT

@nataleestotz I read this article a week into school. It's been a game changer in my #aplit class https://t.co/7elg4V7ioy #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5 - Waiting to grade inspires HOPE! Our Learners strive for the understanding and the 'why' rather than worry about grades. #sblchat

kirk_humphreys Sep 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5: Grading is okay if it doesn't punish failure. Once you punish failure, you've killed the growth mindset. #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

@tcesarski Only unit tests determine semester grade. I allow infinite reassessments after more review. So the anxiety is lifted. #sblchat

kirk_humphreys Sep 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5Ss who are in a class with a growth mindset where they know failure is not penalized will look at it as an opportunity to improve #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5 Grading can have a negative impact on hope when reassessment policies are not in place to support learning. #sblchat

Aricfoster2 Sep 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5: Poor grade = no hope. High grade = perhaps a false sense of hope. Feedback = evidence of hope (and next step). #sblchat

CoachLesterBHS Sep 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5- When Ss can stop worrying about grades, they focus only the learning. Grading just gets in the way. #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

SBG gives hope to anyone Percents tell them they suck or are meaningless #sblchat https://t.co/JQI4NzxJdA

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Q5 Describe the impact grading has on hope. #sblchat

MsHLye Sep 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

@tcesarski @MeganCMoMo also formative tasks are not allowed to "count" under our policies anyway #sblchat

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5: Ss who do fairly well won't continue to learn. Ss who do poorly give up. So grade = stop learning. #sblchat

yseeleyjones Sep 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5 I guess it depends on what grade I get. If it isn't great, then my hope won't be great either. #sblchat

seangrealis Sep 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5: Grades are a double edged sword. Done correctly they can give hope to struggling Ss. Done incorrectly, they halt effort. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Profound! #sblchat https://t.co/zpYwotkui2

CoachLesterBHS Sep 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5- When Ss can stop worrying about grades, they focus only the learning. Grading just gets in the way. #sblchat

MandyStalets Sep 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

@TTmomTT @RoweRikW And THAT is when you know you are doing things right! #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5 If the grade is better or what was expected hope is maintained, if it is lower hope may be extinguished. #sblchat

kenmattingly Sep 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5 - Sound grading offers hope. Keep trying & get it, get credit. Trad grading not so much. If at 1st you don't succeed, quit. #sblchat

RESP3CTtheGAME Sep 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A4 It's all about being intentional & transparent with the purpose, then respectful with the learning & assessment #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5 Grading & hope can work together if Ss know there are multiple opportunities to show proficiency & that the grade can improve. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5 - HOPE is instilled in Learners and their Learning when we work with them through their challenges without grading yet... #sblchat

aollenburg Sep 21 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5: There is a reason we use "feed"back. #sblchat

barrykid1 Sep 21 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5: grading can reward hope when Ss meet success translated from hard work, can also crush it if Ss don't succeed @garnet_hillman #sblchat

nataleestotz Sep 21 @ 9:45 PM EDT

@bspruytte I haven't played with playlists yet. But it is something I'd like to learn more about and possibly use. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Smiling HUGE, Mandy! #sblchat https://t.co/WeQ46Ui6dw

MandyStalets Sep 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

@TTmomTT @RoweRikW And THAT is when you know you are doing things right! #sblchat

MsMontagnon Sep 21 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5 Only when offering redos/retakes, Ss are reassured that their “grade” is not final, and therefore maintain hope #sblchat

tcesarski Sep 21 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5: Grades widen the gap between the struggling and the succeeding. They give hope to the top and take it away from the bottom #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:45 PM EDT

I LOVE THIS! #sblchat https://t.co/HwfGMtFtp3

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5: Ss who do fairly well won't continue to learn. Ss who do poorly give up. So grade = stop learning. #sblchat

MsHLye Sep 21 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5 It is easier for a grade to defeat hope than to enhance it #sblchat - Ss need opportunity to show learning, not opp to have grade go down

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5 - When Learners receive grades while their are practicing and struggling, we believe that chisels away at HOPE! #sblchat #STOPIT

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:46 PM EDT

RT Q5 Describe the impact grading has on hope. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:46 PM EDT

@Aricfoster2 And with the potential false sense of hope can also come a feeling like they are 'done w/ learning.' #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5: We never what them to 'hope they know it" so giving them feedback encourages confidence to take the net steps. #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:46 PM EDT

grades are fine if part of the feedback is lets try again #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5 Remember Pink’s definition of mastery - seeing yourself getting better, or the prospect of getting better. #sblchat

GradeSmarter Sep 21 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5: Without clear learning targets & feedback we will have lots of students "hoping" for a good grade. - or just giving up. #sblchat

MandyStalets Sep 21 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5:Grading can have a negative impact on hope when we do it too early/often and we don't allow opportunity for reassessment/growth. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:47 PM EDT

So true... #sblchat https://t.co/Vni8hxNzrM

tcesarski Sep 21 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5: Grades widen the gap between the struggling and the succeeding. They give hope to the top and take it away from the bottom #sblchat

hilldw61 Sep 21 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A4) Holds teachers hostage more than any thing, but simply the wrong approach. Emphasizes "doing" instead of learning. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:47 PM EDT

@BarbMiller12 Proficiency levels with standards rather than marks on assignments! #sblchat

BarbMiller12 Sep 21 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q5 Grading stunts hope. Feedback and a learning continuum builds hope and builds learners #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:47 PM EDT

@hhschiaravalli Definitely can happen. #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:47 PM EDT

@hhschiaravalli @kenoc7 i tend to see i dont need to work anymore SBG their is always something to work on or imporve #sblchat

KellyNPipes Sep 21 @ 9:48 PM EDT

@kenoc7 Just me @ my school & maybe @ HSs in my district. Ss & I are paving way. NotYet, Profcnt, Mastery based on reqs of std. #sblchat

OrlyMondell Sep 21 @ 9:48 PM EDT

I think it depends on the topic, school, student. Each kid is different and school isn't one size fits all #sblchat https://t.co/1dJwU9wy9p

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Q3 What is an ideal number of grades for a marking period? #sblchat

bspruytte Sep 21 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A5 depends. Punative grading=no hope/playing school. SBL=conversation about grades/mastery=lots of hope #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:48 PM EDT

@Aricfoster2 You are preaching to the choir. I wish I could go back and apologize to my Ss at the beginning of my career. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Ouch! #sblchat #Pondering https://t.co/KZ5ENlBj9h

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:46 PM EDT

@Aricfoster2 And with the potential false sense of hope can also come a feeling like they are 'done w/ learning.' #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Getting Better at Getting Better ... #sblchat https://t.co/LW4eSGK4YP

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5 Remember Pink’s definition of mastery - seeing yourself getting better, or the prospect of getting better. #sblchat

MsSaretsky Sep 21 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A5) hope exists before the grade. I wonder what place hope has in learning. #sblchat

nataleestotz Sep 21 @ 9:49 PM EDT

#sblchat is great tonight, but I'm turning into a pumpkin. Time for me to head to bed. Good night!

aollenburg Sep 21 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A5: When hope is lost, the "get it done for the bare minimum" can take over. #sblchat

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:49 PM EDT

@garnet_hillman @Aricfoster2 I've always been unhappy with how I graded but until I found SBL didn't have all the tools to fix it. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Been there, done that... #sblchat https://t.co/w6nAQSGhcd

Aricfoster2 Sep 21 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Absolutely. I am ashamed of what an "A" used to mean in my class. It was not a 100% reflection of learning and only… https://t.co/qJEiF9A3Ig

KellyNPipes Sep 21 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A5: Ss who really embrace sbl are ones who have quietly "failed" in previous courses. They have hope, ask ?s, show learning #sblchat

BarbMiller12 Sep 21 @ 9:50 PM EDT

We use our standards as the assessed categories an S choose how to show their understandings. #sblchat https://t.co/k5mWeNMxYM

BarbMiller12 Sep 21 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Can't answer for Brad but for us Ss keep learning till they get it so fewer assignments don't hurt. We don't have "… https://t.co/WZAEJLuzdM

RoySovis Sep 21 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Right there with you! @garnet_hillman @Aricfoster2 #sblchat

aollenburg Sep 21 @ 9:50 PM EDT

I will never go back to "traditional" grading. #sblchat https://t.co/tkcwKQiasd

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:49 PM EDT

@garnet_hillman @Aricfoster2 I've always been unhappy with how I graded but until I found SBL didn't have all the tools to fix it. #sblchat

hhschiaravalli Sep 21 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A5: "Hope that is seen is not hope" (Romans 8:24) @RoweRikW #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Do we smell Pumpkin Bread? #sblchat https://t.co/Fryhli6ZGq

nataleestotz Sep 21 @ 9:49 PM EDT

#sblchat is great tonight, but I'm turning into a pumpkin. Time for me to head to bed. Good night!

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:51 PM EDT

@aollenburg Me either! and it hurts me to see other still using traditional grading. #sblchat

MsMontagnon Sep 21 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A5 In typical classes, Ss torture themselves w/anxiety and fear to earn a particular grade - hope is only there for those that pass #sblchat

RESP3CTtheGAME Sep 21 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A5 When grading is punitive or takes place during formative process, it destroys hope. Hope means always having opps to improve #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:51 PM EDT

THIS RIGHT HERE! I love how my "BAD" Ss succeed and try so hard now #sblchat https://t.co/mYEuLqlxdc

KellyNPipes Sep 21 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A5: Ss who really embrace sbl are ones who have quietly "failed" in previous courses. They have hope, ask ?s, show learning #sblchat

Jaibyrd123 Sep 21 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A3: enough to indicate mastery #sblchat

kenmattingly Sep 21 @ 9:51 PM EDT

@aollenburg if they tell me I have to, then I'm looking for a job in another school system. That's how much I believe in it #sblchat

yseeleyjones Sep 21 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Heading to bed. This was a great first Twitter chat for me! Thanks all! #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Q6 If there are/will be less grades in the gradebook, how can you help parents understand? #sblchat

MandyStalets Sep 21 @ 9:52 PM EDT

My classroom culture is so much more hopeful when grades aren't the focus. We focus on us as learners and our growth. #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:52 PM EDT

@bethbasinger @OrlyMondell Hopefully it is only at the college level that this horribly wrong practice still occurs. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:52 PM EDT

@CoachLesterBHS @TTmomTT @Aricfoster2 As long as we keep moving forward... #itwillneverbeperfect #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:52 PM EDT

YES! #sblchat https://t.co/k7YJmiZomw

RESP3CTtheGAME Sep 21 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A5 When grading is punitive or takes place during formative process, it destroys hope. Hope means always having opps to improve #sblchat

bspruytte Sep 21 @ 9:52 PM EDT

@nataleestotz it's shifted my lit class to Ss centered. Instead of worrying who didn't read, I get to workshop and facilitate #sblchat

RoySovis Sep 21 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A5 if you have established a productive, relational culture of learning grading will not impact hope; feedback becomes key #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6 Ps need to know that the T will reach out if there’s a problem. Grades will go in once Ss have had the chance to show mastery. #sblchat

kirk_humphreys Sep 21 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6: When they truly believe you are doing what's best for their child's learning and they trust you, then they will be okay. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6 - We aim to convey to the Parents of our Learners that Learning is what we're after, not lots of grades. #sblchat

KatieBudrow Sep 21 @ 9:53 PM EDT

@CoachLesterBHS I'm loving "the value can't be the grade". So true. #sblchat

mrslocomb Sep 21 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3 grades/assessment should be a sample of learning. The more data points, the bigger the sample, the more reliable and valid #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:53 PM EDT

We MUST bring Hope, Encouragement and Inspiration to our Learners... DAILY! #sblchat https://t.co/qREWk0zk6t

MsMontagnon Sep 21 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A5 In typical classes, Ss torture themselves w/anxiety and fear to earn a particular grade - hope is only there for those that pass #sblchat

MsHLye Sep 21 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6 Descriptive feedback & teaching students to reflect well are key. If Ss can articulate to their Ps how they are doing, no issue #sblchat

kenmattingly Sep 21 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6 We have to communicate to Ps what our "grades" mean, why there may be fewer, and what Ss can do about them. #sblchat #communication

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6: I have annotated a screenshot of a 'filled' online gradebook. I have invited Ps in for a special P-night. Emails, phone calls. #sblchat

aollenburg Sep 21 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Over 20 teachers in my building starting SBL this year. You can say I'm just a bit excited! #sblchat https://t.co/KqUuI3icQM

kenmattingly Sep 21 @ 9:51 PM EDT

@aollenburg if they tell me I have to, then I'm looking for a job in another school system. That's how much I believe in it #sblchat

CoachLesterBHS Sep 21 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6- Ss need to be our advocates. They can explain how it improves learning. #sblchat.

hhschiaravalli Sep 21 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6: Communication, trust, relationship. Responding to concerns/questions. So often the grade book is a surrogate for communication. #sblchat

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6: Having Ss track their (form) attempts and progress in a spreadsheet shows Ss & Ps the progress & where they still need to work. #sblchat

KatieBudrow Sep 21 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6 Learning takes time. I ask Ps & Ss to sit together to look at evidence of learning instead of looking in the gradebook. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Yvette, so glad you shared #sblchat with us as your first Twitter chat. https://t.co/MYvvQwLYoz

yseeleyjones Sep 21 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Heading to bed. This was a great first Twitter chat for me! Thanks all! #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6 - We try to explain to Parents of Learners that we have fewer grades since we're not grading their practice, just learning! #sblchat

nad3rm Sep 21 @ 9:54 PM EDT

@garnet_hillman A6 detailed SBL explainer linked on the syllabus #sblchat

MsMontagnon Sep 21 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6 Maintaining communication w/Ps, providing clear & meaningful feedback, encouraging conversations w/Ss about their learning #sblchat

Aricfoster2 Sep 21 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6: Students logging feedback (maybe on @Seesaw ) will keep them informed. Also, parents can email or talk to their learner. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:54 PM EDT

@TTmomTT Love this - students own the process! #sblchat

RoySovis Sep 21 @ 9:54 PM EDT

.@aollenburg How’s it going so far? Are people meeting regularly to work out kinks/issues? #sblchat

MandyStalets Sep 21 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6:We do NOT need a grade book to communicate! Let Ps see our feedback and student growth through portfolios, student reflections. #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Try by showing them how it truly represents what Ss know and not how they behave #sblchat https://t.co/y6HzMcowZG

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Q6 If there are/will be less grades in the gradebook, how can you help parents understand? #sblchat

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:54 PM EDT

It's color coded too. My Ss love reaching the highest level - blue. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:55 PM EDT

RT Q6 If there are/will be less grades in the gradebook, how can you help parents understand? #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6 It is about your whole communication system - grades & report cards are only part of that system - and hopefully a small part. #sblchat

seangrealis Sep 21 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6: Ps value feedback as much (maybe more) than Ss. Open communication, esp. in beginning is essential to keeping parents on board #sblchat

MeganCMoMo Sep 21 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6: I have made videos for Ps https://t.co/gwpbsB4jfk #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:55 PM EDT

So glad my Soccer game was early tonight! I have missed this! #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:55 PM EDT

#sblchat - I made #GoodCallsHome to 7 Parents of our Learners to recognize their Growth and Passion!

bspruytte Sep 21 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6 Like Ss, Ps will likely arrive at understanding differently. Clear communication, conferences, repeat as needed #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Ready to continue the conversation? Join our Standards Based Learning and Grading facebook page! https://t.co/3hMmUJ1o2p #sblchat

scotthazeu Sep 21 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A6: I have students write email progress reports to their parents (and CC me). It creates great convo btwn Ss, home, and school. #sblchat

mrstokes24 Sep 21 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A6 #sblchat https://t.co/wftbPBQprB

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:56 PM EDT

@kenoc7 Report cards never made sense as "progress". Once Ps receive it the learning process if over. No more room for learning. #sblchat

RoySovis Sep 21 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A6 Provide them an annotated grade book that clearly explains what the “final” grade means about child’s performance #sblchat

BarbMiller12 Sep 21 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A6 Our scales are attached to the gradebook; in depth explanation at p might; Ts answering q's; planning to put a video on website #sblchat

aollenburg Sep 21 @ 9:56 PM EDT

@RoySovis Lots of questions, but so far so good. Biggest hurdle is setting up online gradebook. Many little meetings. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:56 PM EDT

@kenoc7 Agreed. Report cards are one small piece of communication. Phone calls, emails, conversations etc. are much more important. #sblchat

hhschiaravalli Sep 21 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A6: Another area we're addicted to grades. It's been a substitute for the sometimes hard work of human relationship, communication #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Thanks so much for all of your insights this evening - we are truly #bettertogether! #sblchat

Ms_Heilsberg Sep 21 @ 9:57 PM EDT

I wanna do this!!!!! #sblchat https://t.co/qDqbNruQ1V

scotthazeu Sep 21 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A6: I have students write email progress reports to their parents (and CC me). It creates great convo btwn Ss, home, and school. #sblchat

RoweRikW Sep 21 @ 9:57 PM EDT

I'm inspired and challenged each week by my co-moderator, @garnet_hillman! She really brings the Learning home each week! #sblchat

RoySovis Sep 21 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A6 Create a short video of explaining the what, why, and how; including feedback from Parents welcomed #sblchat

MrStefferCVHS Sep 21 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A6: Quality vs Quantity. The scores in a SBL classroom mean something and aren't a reflection of #right vs. #wrong or obedience. #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:58 PM EDT

We are blessed here at #sblchat to have @RoweRikW help lead us every week. Please send a thank you his way!

yseeleyjones Sep 21 @ 9:58 PM EDT

I couldn't leave! Thanks again everybody! #sblchat

M_chirinos Sep 21 @ 9:58 PM EDT

@garnet_hillman A6: communicating with parents through variety of ways is key. Meet with parents. Workshops, Parent U, all help #sblchat

kenoc7 Sep 21 @ 9:58 PM EDT

@aollenburg Which gradebook? #sblchat

RESP3CTtheGAME Sep 21 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A6 Exactly! Many ways to communicate with Ps. Love that #googleclassroom added a share with parent option #sblchat https://t.co/9RVlfdnCPh

MandyStalets Sep 21 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6:We do NOT need a grade book to communicate! Let Ps see our feedback and student growth through portfolios, student reflections. #sblchat

KellyNPipes Sep 21 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Friends at @HighPointU created the "why" for SBL! https://t.co/VbK5TsmXTK It's a game-changer, mindset changer! #sblchat

garnet_hillman - Moderator Sep 21 @ 9:59 PM EDT

We will welcome @aricfoster2 and @MeganCMoMo as guest moderators next week on #sblchat!

RoySovis Sep 21 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A6 Randomly and purposefully selected, call parents & solicit feedback to inform what other info might be needed for parents #sblchat

BarbMiller12 Sep 21 @ 9:59 PM EDT

@garnet_hillman @kenoc7 Even in traditional grdng rprt cds should not be main form of P communicstion. Nothing replaces one on one.#sblchat

TTmomTT Sep 21 @ 9:59 PM EDT

I'm encourage each week to know there are educators out there trying to change how Ss are assessed. Thx #sblchat & @RoweRikW @garnet_hillman

scotthazeu Sep 21 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Thank you for moderating #sblchat @garnet_hillman and @RoweRikW