#mtedchat Archive
#MTedchat strengthens Montana's network of innovative and connected educators.
Tuesday January 31, 2017
10:00 PM EST
MrsMurat
Jan 31 @ 10:00 PM EST
My Ss provide evidence they are Digital Leaders!
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#MTedchat
#Edbean
#connectEDtl
#CathTheoEdChat
#mntedu
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:00 PM EST
Welcome to
#MTedchat
! Topic tonight is “Best Practices for Teaching Gifted Learners”
participatechat
Jan 31 @ 10:00 PM EST
Participate in the upcoming
#mtedchat
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/ujIjhnvel3
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:01 PM EST
Chat will be typical Q1, A1 format. Include
#MTedchat
on every post
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:01 PM EST
Welcome to
#MTedchat
! Topic tonight is “Best Practices for Teaching Gifted Learners”
#mtedchat
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:02 PM EST
You might find it handy to use Tweetchat
https://t.co/UVMwokNPcJ
OR Participate Learning Chat Page
https://t.co/NbsepKdH9b
#MTedchat
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:02 PM EST
Moderators tonight will be
@cristama
@triscicurious
and
@NVradenburg
. Look for Qs coming from
@NVradenburg
to join the convo.
#MTedchat
In reply to @cristama, @TriSciCurious, @NVradenburg, @NVradenburg
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:02 PM EST
You might find it handy to use Tweetchat
https://t.co/5vEXWp1qeG
OR Participate Learning Chat Page
https://t.co/9JUVBl4nPb
#MTedchat
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:03 PM EST
All chats will be archived at
https://t.co/QL21Han0Po
#MTedchat
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:04 PM EST
Feel free to add
#mtleg
and
#mtedu
to your post to practice using your voice to advocate for your profession.
#MTedchat
MTTeacherCoach
Jan 31 @ 10:04 PM EST
Anne Keith, 7th grade teacher, Bozeman
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AmandaRapstad
Jan 31 @ 10:04 PM EST
Hey everyone! Hope you're all staying warm/safe. This weather is brutal. 😫
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rachelmarker
Jan 31 @ 10:04 PM EST
Rachel, K-8 curric specialist, Bozeman
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NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:05 PM EST
Q1 Identification: How do you identify your gifted learners both formally and informally?
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escioe
Jan 31 @ 10:05 PM EST
Eric Cioe, high school English, Frenchtown.
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rachelmarker
Jan 31 @ 10:05 PM EST
Winter is back!!
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In reply to @AmandaRapstad
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:05 PM EST
Hi! Glad you are here, Amanda! Yep, the drive home was pretty yucky today.
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In reply to @AmandaRapstad
joerobison907
Jan 31 @ 10:05 PM EST
Joe from Alaska here... looking forward to learning from you tonight
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rachelmarker
Jan 31 @ 10:05 PM EST
So glad you're here from AK! Welcome!
#MTedchat
In reply to @joerobison907
rachelmarker
Jan 31 @ 10:05 PM EST
Hi Nikki! Pumped for
#MTedchat
tonight! 👊🏼
In reply to @NVradenburg
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:06 PM EST
Q1
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NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:05 PM EST
Q1 Identification: How do you identify your gifted learners both formally and informally?
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cristama
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:06 PM EST
Crista Anderson, Dixon school principal. Excited to learn with
@NVradenburg
and everyone here!
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In reply to @NVradenburg
rachelmarker
Jan 31 @ 10:06 PM EST
A1 Ss in grades 3 + 5 take CoGAT in Bzmn. General screener. Other Ss ID'd much earlier.
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St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:06 PM EST
Courtney here K T
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St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:07 PM EST
A1) Formally w/ F&P BAS assessment. Conferring notes
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NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:07 PM EST
We use the CoGAT too, for grade3, maybe we should do 5 as well?
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In reply to @rachelmarker
mt_cubed
Jan 31 @ 10:07 PM EST
Devin,
@mt_cubed
Founder in Missoula here. Looking forward to learning from
@NVradenburg
tonight!
#MTedchat
In reply to @mt_cubed, @NVradenburg
cristama
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:08 PM EST
Is everyone seeing Nikki's tweets? If not, please let me know.
#mtedchat
youtheduteach
Jan 31 @ 10:08 PM EST
Severena. MT.
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NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:09 PM EST
Q1 Identification: How do you identify your gifted learners both formally and informally?
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joerobison907
Jan 31 @ 10:09 PM EST
A1. informally - create an environment for curiosity and growth in your classroom and Ss gifts will amaze you
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MTTeacherCoach
Jan 31 @ 10:09 PM EST
A1: formally thru district tests, informally, thru my tchr & collab. observation
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AmandaRapstad
Jan 31 @ 10:10 PM EST
A1 I honestly don't know if my district has a gifted screening but I do pretests/running records so I can tch Ss at their level
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youtheduteach
Jan 31 @ 10:10 PM EST
A1 - Informally for me but starting in 2nd grade it is formal.
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AssignmentHelpN
Jan 31 @ 10:10 PM EST
#CathTheoEdChat
#connectEDtl
#Edbean
#mntedu
#MTedchat
A Quick Guide on How to Write a Book Review
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cristama
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:10 PM EST
A1: We currently don't formally evaluate. The area co-op supporting our rural school doesn't assess for gifted. Considering cog-at
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cristama
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:10 PM EST
A1: Informally, students are discussed when we work through the MTSS process. We watch across data and observe behaviors. Plan.
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rachelmarker
Jan 31 @ 10:11 PM EST
Maybe so? Although w your small class sizes maybe less necess?
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In reply to @NVradenburg
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:11 PM EST
I am glad to hear this, I always felt like MTSS could address both ends of the spectrum
#MTedchat
In reply to @cristama
joerobison907
Jan 31 @ 10:11 PM EST
A1. I am torn on how big a fan I am of the formal stuff -- but not overly
#MTedchat
rachelmarker
Jan 31 @ 10:12 PM EST
Hey PLN! Come talk Gifted and Talented Ss w
#MTedchat
now!
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:12 PM EST
I agree! I get so much more from observations, conferring etc…
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In reply to @joerobison907
TravisDGaroutte
Jan 31 @ 10:12 PM EST
A1: Scores on normative assessments, CoGAT, Educator perception surveys.
#MTedchat
rachelmarker
Jan 31 @ 10:12 PM EST
Agreed. Impt to discuss needs across spectrum in our classrms during MTSS discussions.
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In reply to @NVradenburg, @cristama
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:13 PM EST
Recess duty was brutal this afternoon!
#mtedchat
In reply to @St006C
rachelmarker
Jan 31 @ 10:13 PM EST
Good! Very busy. Can't believe it's only Tuesday! How about you?
#MTedchat
In reply to @St006C
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:13 PM EST
Q3 coming up!
#MTedchat
cristama
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:13 PM EST
For myself, I don't think I need much. Do find it helpful if I need to communicate with others about what I observe
#mtedchat
In reply to @joerobison907
St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:14 PM EST
I missed Q 2!!!
#MTedchat
rachelmarker
Jan 31 @ 10:15 PM EST
I'm with you. Not all Ss test well. Impt for us to be keen observers in classroom and really know our Ss.
#MTedchat
In reply to @joerobison907
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:15 PM EST
Q2: Why is it important to meet both the academic and social emotional needs of gifted learners?
#MTedchat
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:15 PM EST
HA! HA! I meant Q2, oops!
#MTedchat
In reply to @St006C
cristama
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:15 PM EST
Welcome!!
#mtedchat
In reply to @youtheduteach
melroseacker
Jan 31 @ 10:15 PM EST
Melanie-AP in Texas. Good evening, y'all!
#MTedchat
joerobison907
Jan 31 @ 10:15 PM EST
my issue is not so much identification, but what that has come to mean for the Ss-- maybe will be discussed later
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In reply to @cristama
rachelmarker
Jan 31 @ 10:15 PM EST
Interested to learn more abt the educator perception surveys you use...
#MTedchat
In reply to @TravisDGaroutte
St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:15 PM EST
A2) So they don't feel isolated or ashamed of their gifts
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TravisDGaroutte
Jan 31 @ 10:15 PM EST
Q2: If you educate the heart, you can educate the mind!
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NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:15 PM EST
Q2
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NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:15 PM EST
Q2: Why is it important to meet both the academic and social emotional needs of gifted learners?
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cristama
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:16 PM EST
A2: As w/all learners, students need to be appropriately challenged & in an optimal emotional space to learn. Safe to risk/fail
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cristama
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:16 PM EST
A2: When Ss critical needs not met… Challenge level, emotional support… negative behaviors can increase and/or Ss can disengage
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rachelmarker
Jan 31 @ 10:16 PM EST
You're brave to have gone out! My firstie said it was brrrrr cold!
#MTedchat
In reply to @NVradenburg, @St006C
ljconrad
Jan 31 @ 10:16 PM EST
Hi, Lisa from Pittsburgh. Moderator for
#gtchat
on Tuesdays at 6 PM MT. Sneaking in late! Great topic!
#mybad
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youtheduteach
Jan 31 @ 10:16 PM EST
A2: Meeting the needs of all Ss is crucial to their learning. Evaluating the WHOLE child!
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rachelmarker
Jan 31 @ 10:17 PM EST
Welcome, Melanie!
#MTedchat
In reply to @melroseacker
cristama
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:17 PM EST
Esp because it's where academic and behaviors collide. Helps us both prevent and plan strategically
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In reply to @rachelmarker, @NVradenburg
MTTeacherCoach
Jan 31 @ 10:17 PM EST
A2: I believe social needs TRUMP educational needs for these kiddos...
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rachelmarker
Jan 31 @ 10:17 PM EST
So spot on! Yessss.
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In reply to @cristama, @NVradenburg
MTTeacherCoach
Jan 31 @ 10:17 PM EST
no pun intended w/TRUMP
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cristama
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:18 PM EST
Disclaimer: I am tweeting while on the treadmill. Living dangerously.
#mtedchat
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:18 PM EST
A2 My favorite side project was co-facilitating
@SENG_Gifted
parent groups to help Ss and Ps with SE growth. SO important!
#MTedchat
In reply to @SENG_Gifted
rachelmarker
Jan 31 @ 10:18 PM EST
So glad you're joining us!
#MTedchat
In reply to @ljconrad
cristama
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:19 PM EST
If not, I would love to bring it back up.
#mtedchat
In reply to @joerobison907
St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:19 PM EST
Agree. 100% Maslow's needs b4 Blooms
#MTedchat
In reply to @youtheduteach
ljconrad
Jan 31 @ 10:19 PM EST
Not seeing questions for
#mtedchat
? Are they located off Twitter?
rachelmarker
Jan 31 @ 10:19 PM EST
Bwahaha! Blech, please don't do that again. :)
#MTedchat
In reply to @MTTeacherCoach
joerobison907
Jan 31 @ 10:19 PM EST
A2.positive relationships are the key to both - with positive relationships, these areas grow together
#MTedchat
rachelmarker
Jan 31 @ 10:19 PM EST
That is serious talent! Nicely done.
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In reply to @cristama
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:19 PM EST
Q2: Why is it important to meet both the academic and social emotional needs of gifted learners?
#MTedchat
In reply to @ljconrad
cristama
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:20 PM EST
Not you.. check my timeline… I'm retweeting
#mtedchat
Can also watch
@NVradenburg
In reply to @AcemtAndrea, @NVradenburg
rachelmarker
Jan 31 @ 10:20 PM EST
.
@ljconrad
Here is Q2
#MTedchat
In reply to @ljconrad
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:15 PM EST
Q2: Why is it important to meet both the academic and social emotional needs of gifted learners?
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rachelmarker
Jan 31 @ 10:21 PM EST
A2 At times, the academic needs of GT Ss are not 'aligned' w/ soc/emo needs. Impt not to make assumptions.
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ljconrad
Jan 31 @ 10:21 PM EST
Thanks! ;)
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In reply to @rachelmarker
joerobison907
Jan 31 @ 10:21 PM EST
A2. "Education" wants to separate these like "academic" is some lofty, different goal-it is not, and this is sometimes the problem
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AcemtAndrea
Jan 31 @ 10:22 PM EST
A2 engagement! I think compliance is often confused w engagement and they aren't the same.
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St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:22 PM EST
That's like placing a standard on the quality of breakfast a Ss eats.
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In reply to @joerobison907
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:23 PM EST
SO true!
#MTedchat
AcemtAndrea
Jan 31 @ 10:22 PM EST
A2 engagement! I think compliance is often confused w engagement and they aren't the same.
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ljconrad
Jan 31 @ 10:23 PM EST
A2) Great resource for SEL for gifted >>>
@SENG_Gifted
https://t.co/64dNsXzsbr
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In reply to @SENG_Gifted
rachelmarker
Jan 31 @ 10:23 PM EST
AMEN! I don't want quiet, compliant "learners." Engaged, creative learning is messy.
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In reply to @AcemtAndrea
St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:23 PM EST
Compliance vs engagement. So impt to distinguish!
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AcemtAndrea
Jan 31 @ 10:22 PM EST
A2 engagement! I think compliance is often confused w engagement and they aren't the same.
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NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:23 PM EST
Messy and LOUD!
#MTedchat
rachelmarker
Jan 31 @ 10:23 PM EST
AMEN! I don't want quiet, compliant "learners." Engaged, creative learning is messy.
#MTedchat
In reply to @AcemtAndrea
joerobison907
Jan 31 @ 10:24 PM EST
I know that in MS at least- relationships are more important than academics, and I firmly believe that
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In reply to @St006C
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:24 PM EST
Ha, ha! It is my “ME” time, hard to explain to others sometimes!
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In reply to @AcemtAndrea
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:25 PM EST
Q3: What are some resources/strategies you’ve used to successfully meet the needs of gifted learners?
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AmandaRapstad
Jan 31 @ 10:25 PM EST
100% yes! Compliance and engagement are not the same.
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AcemtAndrea
Jan 31 @ 10:22 PM EST
A2 engagement! I think compliance is often confused w engagement and they aren't the same.
#mtedchat
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:25 PM EST
Q3
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NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:25 PM EST
Q3: What are some resources/strategies you’ve used to successfully meet the needs of gifted learners?
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NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:25 PM EST
Q3 What are some resources and/or strategies you’ve used to successfully meet the needs of gifted learners?
#MTedchat
MTTeacherCoach
Jan 31 @ 10:26 PM EST
A3: Passion Projects aka
#GeniusHour
where students control their own learning!
#MTedchat
TravisDGaroutte
Jan 31 @ 10:26 PM EST
A3: Online courses, Project Based Learning opportunities, STEM Saturdays
#MTedchat
St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:26 PM EST
A3) I LOVE workshop model of reading and writing! This allows me to meet needs of ALL Ss
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cristama
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:26 PM EST
A3: Best answer I have for engaging learners across ability levels…is voice and choice (sounds cliché, I know) Open up parameters
#mtedchat
AmandaRapstad
Jan 31 @ 10:27 PM EST
A3 loving genius hour right now for all students. It kind of naturally differentiates itself for S of all abilities inc. gifted
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NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:27 PM EST
We’ve been saying “voice and choice” in Gifted Ed for a LONG time! So simple and effective!
#MTedchat
cristama
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:26 PM EST
A3: Best answer I have for engaging learners across ability levels…is voice and choice (sounds cliché, I know) Open up parameters
#mtedchat
AcemtAndrea
Jan 31 @ 10:28 PM EST
A2 also had highly intelligent Ss academically w ED labels-complex kids in terms of giving them what they need
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joerobison907
Jan 31 @ 10:28 PM EST
A3. Ask Ss what interests them and how they learn best - implement Student EdCamps
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cristama
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:28 PM EST
A4: Offer students opportunity to investigate what they are interested in, solve problems, be productive. Produce. Discuss. Argue.
#mtedchat
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:29 PM EST
A3 This is my “go-to” resource for GT Ed “The Orange Book”
https://t.co/zluvojesGF
#MTedchat
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:29 PM EST
A3 This is my “go-to” resource for GT Ed “The Orange Book”
https://t.co/RWCAro7sU6
#MTedchat
St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:30 PM EST
A4) Choice. Curr have Ss reading at F&P K level. choice 4 books in book box. Work w/Librarian to support Ss level & skill
#MTedchat
joerobison907
Jan 31 @ 10:31 PM EST
We did this at our MS before Christmas- great feedback - I am going to do a week of Science EdCamps this month
#MTedchat
In reply to @AmandaRapstad
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:31 PM EST
Making sure Ss are reading at their level is really important. The only way for ALL Ss to achieve growth.
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St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:30 PM EST
A4) Choice. Curr have Ss reading at F&P K level. choice 4 books in book box. Work w/Librarian to support Ss level & skill
#MTedchat
izzaboo
Jan 31 @ 10:32 PM EST
sorry i'm late
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greg, parent, buffalo, wy. here now!
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:33 PM EST
A3 OPI has created a great GT resource for Montana Ts
https://t.co/VozCnoIxKk
#mtedchat
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:33 PM EST
A3 OPI has created a great GT resource for Montana Ts
https://t.co/KDW7XDMukx
#mtedchat
ljconrad
Jan 31 @ 10:33 PM EST
Thanks for covering this topic! Ducking out early ... late in Pittsburgh!
#mtedchat
cristama
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:34 PM EST
A3: What not to do with gifted learners: Make them class "expert/tutor", give extra work, isolate in room, make assistant teacher
#mtedchat
St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:34 PM EST
would someone please tweet of the kids standing on boxes that shows equality vs accessability
#teacherfriends
#mtedchat
#Kinderchat
joerobison907
Jan 31 @ 10:34 PM EST
yes- gifted does not mean "more work"
#MTedchat
In reply to @cristama
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:35 PM EST
Where can teachers/schools/coaches go for professional development about Gifted and Talented Instruction?
#MTedchat
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:35 PM EST
Great examples of "no-no" strategies in GT!
#mtedchat
cristama
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:34 PM EST
A3: What not to do with gifted learners: Make them class "expert/tutor", give extra work, isolate in room, make assistant teacher
#mtedchat
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:36 PM EST
Q4
#MTedchat
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:35 PM EST
Where can teachers/schools/coaches go for professional development about Gifted and Talented Instruction?
#MTedchat
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:38 PM EST
Montana AGATE
@mtagate
has an annual conference for GT Ed Check out
https://t.co/TNs6BBtVtI
for more info
#mtedchat
In reply to @MTAGATE
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:38 PM EST
Montana AGATE
@mtagate
has an annual conference for GT Ed Check out
https://t.co/WWXvhhH0LR
for more info
#mtedchat
In reply to @MTAGATE
TravisDGaroutte
Jan 31 @ 10:38 PM EST
A4: Most of our Gifted training comes from our local BOCES
https://t.co/d0vFji4jHA
#MTedchat
St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:38 PM EST
Exactly.
#MTedchat
cristama
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:34 PM EST
A3: What not to do with gifted learners: Make them class "expert/tutor", give extra work, isolate in room, make assistant teacher
#mtedchat
PrincipalNyberg
Jan 31 @ 10:38 PM EST
#nextlevel
#MTedchat
In reply to @cristama
St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:39 PM EST
A4) Not sure if I can get training 4 gifted learners. I teach K & my PLN talks about differentiating 4 all Ss, no matter label.
#MTedchat
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:39 PM EST
A4 Follow GT experts
@GingerLewman
@ByrdseedGifted
@brianhousand
to learn the latest in GT best practices
#MTedchat
In reply to @GingerLewman, @ByrdseedGifted, @brianhousand
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:39 PM EST
#MTedchat
AmandaRapstad
Jan 31 @ 10:39 PM EST
this one?
In reply to @St006C
St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:40 PM EST
YESS!!!! Thanks! I need it to prove a point in a FB "discussion" I'm having about Ed
#MTedchat
In reply to @AmandaRapstad
AcemtAndrea
Jan 31 @ 10:40 PM EST
A4 I feel like GT is still so nebulous bc it is hard to identify truly gifted kids-& shouldn't we differentiate for all?
#mtedchat
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:41 PM EST
Yes! Differentiation research began w/ GT as a way around funding issues, now we know it is just good practice
#MTedchat
In reply to @AcemtAndrea
NiemeyerMr
Jan 31 @ 10:41 PM EST
Coming in late to the convo...hello
#MTedchat
!
NiemeyerMr
Jan 31 @ 10:41 PM EST
Can somebody retweet Q4
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St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:42 PM EST
I agree...I see GT as a label to teach to rather than teaching the child
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In reply to @AcemtAndrea
St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:42 PM EST
A4
@NiemeyerMr
#MTedchat
In reply to @NiemeyerMr
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:36 PM EST
Q4
#MTedchat
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:35 PM EST
Where can teachers/schools/coaches go for professional development about Gifted and Talented Instruction?
#MTedchat
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:42 PM EST
No one really likes the term “gifted” Trying to use “high ability” and “high potential”
#MTedchat
In reply to @AcemtAndrea
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:43 PM EST
@NiemeyerMr
Q4: Where can teachers/schools/coaches go for professional development about Gifted and Talented Instruction?
#MTedchat
In reply to @NiemeyerMr
SideJobs4Tchers
Jan 31 @ 10:43 PM EST
The best training might come from gifted alumni,
#gtchat
, and universities in your area.
#mtedchat
joerobison907
Jan 31 @ 10:43 PM EST
Regarding PD - I've learned the best PD is often in your own building or district - also a huge advocate of EdCamps
#MTedchat
izzaboo
Jan 31 @ 10:43 PM EST
@NiemeyerMr
I'm just barely catching up...
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In reply to @NiemeyerMr
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:36 PM EST
Q4
#MTedchat
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:35 PM EST
Where can teachers/schools/coaches go for professional development about Gifted and Talented Instruction?
#MTedchat
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:44 PM EST
I agree! EdCamps are so powerful! We had a great turn out this fall at
#EdCampBigSky
#MTedchat
joerobison907
Jan 31 @ 10:43 PM EST
Regarding PD - I've learned the best PD is often in your own building or district - also a huge advocate of EdCamps
#MTedchat
NiemeyerMr
Jan 31 @ 10:44 PM EST
A4) AGATE conference in Billings is good. (Assoc. for Gifted And Talented Educ)
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NVradenburg
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Jan 31 @ 10:45 PM EST
Q5: What can we do to improve the school setting for our gifted learners?
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NVradenburg
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Jan 31 @ 10:45 PM EST
That is where multiple measures are important. We use the CoGAT, observations, parent inventories etc..
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In reply to @AcemtAndrea
joerobison907
Jan 31 @ 10:45 PM EST
@Twitter
and EdCamps are best PD I have seen -- other than going down the hall
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In reply to @NVradenburg, @Twitter
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:45 PM EST
Q5
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NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:45 PM EST
Q5: What can we do to improve the school setting for our gifted learners?
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St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:45 PM EST
A5) What would happen if we took away the label?
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NVradenburg
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Jan 31 @ 10:46 PM EST
AGATE is one of the BEST conferences in Montana!
@GingerLewman
will be there in Missola this year
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In reply to @GingerLewman
NiemeyerMr
Jan 31 @ 10:44 PM EST
A4) AGATE conference in Billings is good. (Assoc. for Gifted And Talented Educ)
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St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:46 PM EST
I got the picture I needed thanks 2
@AmandaRapstad
! Thanks all!!
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#teacherfriends
#Kinderchat
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NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:47 PM EST
That is a great Q, some Ss don’t need it, while I find others do for a variety of reasons
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In reply to @St006C
NiemeyerMr
Jan 31 @ 10:47 PM EST
A4) Hacking your own PD within your PLN. True differentiation takes a lot of thought 2 do it right. More depth/discovery not more.
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izzaboo
Jan 31 @ 10:47 PM EST
do "G & T" kids rest on their laurels? so to speak?
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St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:45 PM EST
A5) What would happen if we took away the label?
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NVradenburg
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Jan 31 @ 10:48 PM EST
This is another favorite book for me when it comes to “getting” GT kids
https://t.co/vHkQUc9ZQJ
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AcemtAndrea
Jan 31 @ 10:46 PM EST
awesome!:) thanks...this is a tricky area, so love hearing more.
In reply to @NVradenburg
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:48 PM EST
This is another favorite book for me when it comes to “getting” GT kids
https://t.co/ZiHax4hWlP
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https://t.co/F4Oxyezqxx
AcemtAndrea
Jan 31 @ 10:46 PM EST
awesome!:) thanks...this is a tricky area, so love hearing more.
In reply to @NVradenburg
St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:48 PM EST
what do you mean by laurels?(The town of Laurel popped into my head first thing! lol)
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SideJobs4Tchers
Jan 31 @ 10:48 PM EST
Can't wait for
@SideJobs4Tchers
to be profitable to support
#EdCamp
.
#MTedchat
:-)
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NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:49 PM EST
Q5: What can we do to improve school settings for our gifted learners?
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joerobison907
Jan 31 @ 10:49 PM EST
A5.
#makerspaces
- freedom from traditional assessments that promote memorization - create atmosphere of risk taking and curiosity
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izzaboo
Jan 31 @ 10:49 PM EST
Ha! Do G&T kids rest in Laurel?
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or do they move on to Columbus?
In reply to @St006C
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:50 PM EST
Makerspace has become a treasured part of our week. My high ability Ss are the biggest fans
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joerobison907
Jan 31 @ 10:49 PM EST
A5.
#makerspaces
- freedom from traditional assessments that promote memorization - create atmosphere of risk taking and curiosity
#MTedchat
NiemeyerMr
Jan 31 @ 10:51 PM EST
A5) Tough one. Setting needs to lend itself to differentiated tasks - flexibility in arrangement. Furniture & groups
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St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:51 PM EST
Which is good for all students!!
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joerobison907
Jan 31 @ 10:49 PM EST
A5.
#makerspaces
- freedom from traditional assessments that promote memorization - create atmosphere of risk taking and curiosity
#MTedchat
NVradenburg
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Jan 31 @ 10:52 PM EST
True! Most good practices are good for ALL Ss
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In reply to @St006C
dodegaard
Jan 31 @ 10:53 PM EST
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tuning in from Billings tonight. great topic.
joerobison907
Jan 31 @ 10:53 PM EST
absolutely! In that environment, your "GT" population may double!
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In reply to @St006C
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:53 PM EST
A5 School improves for a Ss when they feel their teacher “gets” them and appreciates their unique contributions
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izzaboo
Jan 31 @ 10:53 PM EST
A5) very similar modifications for either side of the bell curve, no?
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although, maybe more self-guided stuff for the one side?
NiemeyerMr
Jan 31 @ 10:53 PM EST
A5) Also think G&T need to know where to find tools specific to skills as well as research tools, others to aid in processing
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NVradenburg
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Jan 31 @ 10:55 PM EST
Q6: How can teachers/schools find creative ways to meet the needs of gifted learners with so little funding available?
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NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:55 PM EST
THIS paired with faster pacing and more independence is the key to helping GT kids thrive!
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NiemeyerMr
Jan 31 @ 10:53 PM EST
A5) Also think G&T need to know where to find tools specific to skills as well as research tools, others to aid in processing
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NiemeyerMr
Jan 31 @ 10:55 PM EST
A5) Purposeful partnering is a requirement as well when looking at setting for G&T Ss.
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NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:55 PM EST
Q6
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NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:55 PM EST
Q6: How can teachers/schools find creative ways to meet the needs of gifted learners with so little funding available?
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St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:55 PM EST
A6) I see the workshop model for writing as a way 2 meet GT needs. Provide w/ scaffolding 2 increase ZPD
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dodegaard
Jan 31 @ 10:56 PM EST
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Q1 usually identify when observing their observations on topics, attention span :) and desire to learn alternatively
izzaboo
Jan 31 @ 10:56 PM EST
For example, they may need to class on "Independent Learning" sooner than other Ss??
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In reply to @NiemeyerMr
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:56 PM EST
YES! They are often so curious and just HUNGRY to learn!
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dodegaard
Jan 31 @ 10:56 PM EST
#MTedchat
Q1 usually identify when observing their observations on topics, attention span :) and desire to learn alternatively
St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:57 PM EST
#mtedchat
What do you do when GT Ss is way above others? partnering feels like Ss is T. Not outcome I want.
AmandaRapstad
Jan 31 @ 10:57 PM EST
A6 I love
@DonorsChoose
for getting supplies for makerspace, coding etc.!
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In reply to @DonorsChoose
dodegaard
Jan 31 @ 10:57 PM EST
#mtedchat
Q2 as a parent of a GC boredom can kick in if not challenged and school loses luster and drive leading to poor performance, etc
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:58 PM EST
Any tools/documents you share can be found at
https://t.co/OoBqTUAHVk
Please use
#MTedchat
to share what you are doing in your classroom.
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:58 PM EST
Challenge: Reach out to another educator in your community to include in next week’s discussion.
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joerobison907
Jan 31 @ 10:58 PM EST
A6. start having Ss EdCamps in various "subjects" - Ss choose what they learn for a week - I am going to try this in Science
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NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:58 PM EST
Any tools/documents you share can be found at
https://t.co/SlwwxwGRBt
Please use
#MTedchat
to share what you are doing in your classroom.
NVradenburg
- Moderator
Jan 31 @ 10:58 PM EST
That is tricky, esp is Kinder. Sometimes you have to find an older student to be a partner, if it works for scheduling
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St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:57 PM EST
#mtedchat
What do you do when GT Ss is way above others? partnering feels like Ss is T. Not outcome I want.
St006C
Jan 31 @ 10:58 PM EST
A6b) As stated use resources like
@DonorsChoose
or local grants 2 get supplies
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In reply to @DonorsChoose
NVradenburg
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Jan 31 @ 10:58 PM EST
I’ve been thinking about trying this too. Working on the specifics though. Let me know what you come up with?
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joerobison907
Jan 31 @ 10:58 PM EST
A6. start having Ss EdCamps in various "subjects" - Ss choose what they learn for a week - I am going to try this in Science
#MTedchat
NiemeyerMr
Jan 31 @ 10:59 PM EST
Q6) Hiring the brightest educators.
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Hard to plot direction when don't know where it goes, must know progressions grade 2 grade.
NiemeyerMr
Jan 31 @ 10:59 PM EST
That would be Answer6 - ha ha
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NiemeyerMr
Jan 31 @ 10:59 PM EST
Q6) Hiring the brightest educators.
#MTedchat
Hard to plot direction when don't know where it goes, must know progressions grade 2 grade.
