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Good evening, #iaedchat. Dan Butler, principal of @EpworthElem in Western Dubuque Schools. Excited to join and help facilitate the conversation this evening.
A1: I do some of my best reflecting while exercising or listening to music. The more the blood is flowing, the more thoughtful I am. I also find reflecting over a cup of coffee with a friend is particularly helpful. #iaedchat
A1 I jump right to video. Such a powerful tool to help us see what it looks like when we do what we do. Teachers with lessons and I have done collaboration meetings as an IC. #iaedchat
A1 I started blogging this year it has been a great tool. At the end of each day I always ask what I did well and what I could have done better. Then I problem solve with myself before I go home #iaedchat
A1: Reflection: A way to process though your day or certain events to help decide if goals were met, if things need to be modified or changed, and how to gauge success or future learning opportunities. #IAedChat
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...the following questions for PD:
*What was an a-ha moment or a discovery you had today during your learning?
*What is one question you have about today's learning?
*What is your next step?
*One thing I want you to talk with me about more one-on-one is _________.
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A1 when I think of the best tool or resource two things come to mind...my pad and paper never let me forget my thoughts, and my reflective partners help me widen my scope, challenge my thoughts, and hold me accountable when I need to act on these thoughts #iaedchat
A1: One of my greatest resources are my tribe, squad, team, whatever the word may be. I need them to listen to me and helped me reflect. You need someone who knows you and will be honest with you. #iaedchat
A1: I think the best tools to use when thinking about "reflective practices" are these Qs: How would I summarize the situation? What went well? What would I change? What did I learn? All of this can be done in a personal journal if you are just beginning. #iaedchat
A1: My best reflection comes from writing. I like to blog about things that I have learned and relate it to personal stories. https://t.co/LYD1t7E9l8. I also think video is a great tool to facilitate reflection. #iaedchat
A1: I love using @Flipgrid for reflection purposes! It is video that can be gone back to! I also love using sketchnoting as a form of reflection #IAedchat
A1 I jump right to video. Such a powerful tool to help us see what it looks like when we do what we do. Teachers with lessons and I have done collaboration meetings as an IC. #iaedchat
A1: One of my greatest resources are my tribe, squad, team, whatever the word may be. I need them to listen to me and helped me reflect. You need someone who knows you and will be honest with you. #iaedchat
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...the following questions for PD:
*What was an a-ha moment or a discovery you had today during your learning?
*What is one question you have about today's learning?
*What is your next step?
*One thing I want you to talk with me about more one-on-one is _________.
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Jill Peters - Prek teacher in Waterloo - A1 - Video taping is always a great way to critique your classroom. @Clarissam09 suggested putting a GoPro on one of my students for the entire day to get their point of view.
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A1: One of my greatest resources are my tribe, squad, team, whatever the word may be. I need them to listen to me and helped me reflect. You need someone who knows you and will be honest with you. #iaedchat
I have stacks and stacks of composition notebooks...right page has notes and reminders....left page has reflections and thoughts. There is something magical about pen and paper. #iaedchat
A1 when I think of the best tool or resource two things come to mind...my pad and paper never let me forget my thoughts, and my reflective partners help me widen my scope, challenge my thoughts, and hold me accountable when I need to act on these thoughts #iaedchat
A1: I love using @Flipgrid for reflection purposes! It is video that can be gone back to! I also love using sketchnoting as a form of reflection #IAedchat
A1 - Since reflection is tied closely to feedback; surveys, conversations, seeking others thoughts and opinions and then careful consideration with specific ersonal actions steps #iaedchat
The diversity in those responses shows how individualized #SelfReflection really is! As coaches & admin & mentors we need to be open to the unique ways each of our peeps reflects! #IAedchat
The tool that comes to mind is past notes I have written myself. I find myself realizing much more after a moment has passed for some time and when I come back I have a moment of clarity. I also find it useful to discuss anything I want to revisit. #iaedchat
I miss commuting some days for that purpose. I used to have a 45 minute drive for about half my career...now it's 2 minutes...if there's traffic... ha! #iaedchat
Jill Peters - Prek teacher in Waterloo - A1 - Video taping is always a great way to critique your classroom. @Clarissam09 suggested putting a GoPro on one of my students for the entire day to get their point of view.
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I miss commuting some days for that purpose. I used to have a 45 minute drive for about half my career...now it's 2 minutes...if there's traffic... ha! #iaedchat
A2: What was my best moment today and how can I have more like it? How did I show care/concern? How was I a source of support today? Once we hit our goal, what's next? What do we/I do if the goal isn't met? #iaedchat
A2: I am not sure if there is a right or wrong place to start, but just start. Reflection is key to our individual growth. I like these two Qs first: What went well? What would I change? #iaedchat
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*What was the intended purpose?
*Was that met?
*What opportunities for next steps were presented?
*What obstacles do we need to work through?
*How could I have provided more clarity?
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A1: The rule of 3:
1: What went well today?
2: What didn't go well today?
3: What's one thing I can do to be better for my students tomorrow?
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A2: What is my current reality? What is my ideal state? What steps will help me get from current to ideal?@joannamichelson
Scale of 1-5, how close was that (lesson, PL, conversation, meeting) to your goal? Why? What would it take to get you closer to a 5? @jimknight99#IAedChat
A2: I prefer to be asked open-ended questions about my practice. Our prek Instructional coach always asks, "what do you think went well, what didn't, what do you want to work on this year" I think any good educator would have those same questions every day. #iaedchat
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We start by building in time for meaningful reflection during PD, especially if we're learning something new.
We have to make reflection a vital part of PD, not just the agenda item at the end that always gets dropped when we run short on time. (#guilty)
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A2: I always think of these questions: 1. What did I do well? 2. Where do I need to grow? 3. What things can I challenge myself with next time? 4. How will these answers impact the learners I serve! I learned these one time and now they drive ALL of my reflection #IAedchat
#iaedchat I've done my drive for about 15 years and I am beginning to think a two commute might be awesome since I'm picking up lots of new ideas on reflecting tonight.
I miss commuting some days for that purpose. I used to have a 45 minute drive for about half my career...now it's 2 minutes...if there's traffic... ha! #iaedchat
A2: A relative shared with my husband and I that she writes down daily "1 thing I did well today, and 1 thing I did wrong today." Immediately, the educators in us came out and we suggested that she change the wording to "what could I improve on for tomorrow." #iaedchat
A1: The rule of 3:
1: What went well today?
2: What didn't go well today?
3: What's one thing I can do to be better for my students tomorrow?
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A2: Directly from @jimknight99: On a scale of 1-10 with 10 being the highest, what would you rate today's lesson, unit, etc? What would need to change to bring it closer to a 10? #iaedchat
I especially like "...how can I have more like it?" How do we make these great moments sustainable? Yes!
I also really like your source of support question. Any day is worthwhile if I supported a teacher, student or staffer in finding a solution or reaching a goal.
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A2: What was my best moment today and how can I have more like it? How did I show care/concern? How was I a source of support today? Once we hit our goal, what's next? What do we/I do if the goal isn't met? #iaedchat
A1: The rule of 3:
1: What went well today?
2: What didn't go well today?
3: What's one thing I can do to be better for my students tomorrow?
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A2. How well was the topic discussed or covered? Did the Ss understand the instructions in order to do the activity? Were they engaged? What did the Ss like/dislike about the activity? What problems if any and why? #iaedchat
Q1: When I think of reflective practices I often like to gauge what others think was done well and also could've been done better. Being open to constructive criticism and then being able to assess whether or not those ideas work for you also. #iaedchat
Another tool is @voxer! I love using ‘my notes’ for my own reflection, and I can just ramble and ramble to my colleagues about things. Good thing they can play it x2 or x3 speed to get through my long messages! #IAedChat
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@DuffysClassroom, @TammyDelaney1, @voxer
A2: use PLC questions, look for student evidence, reflect on what we know about the students in front of us in order to reach them in a different way #iaedchat
I used to have a drive as well and then I had 2 boys to transport with me-hard to reflect over Wiggles music at the time. I now live only 5 minutes away and the shower is usually my go to place-it's quiet and I'm alone! #iaedchat
A1: The rule of 3:
1: What went well today?
2: What didn't go well today?
3: What's one thing I can do to be better for my students tomorrow?
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Preach, @KerrieWillis1! If I am not enjoying what I'm doing, I'm probably not doing it well and I'm probably not being the best for the people I serve. #iaedchat
A3: I think this depends on the situation! For me, there is never too much reflection as long as I use the reflection to better what is happening instead of dwelling! #IAedChat
A3: The beginning of the year is ripe with reflection as I meet my class, get the students used to a routine, and find out their interests and personalities. I relax a little bit come October and it's more of a groove. #iaedchat
A3: Even brief reflection on your commute is better than nothing. Take the amount of time you need to be the best version of you. Self awareness is critical even if it's uncomfortable. Acknowledge what's working, address what's not. #iaedchat
A2: Did I reach all students today where they’re at? Did I model the compassion and patience my Ss needed in order for he academics to stick? How did I build the relationships within my reach? #iaedchat
A2: use PLC questions, look for student evidence, reflect on what we know about the students in front of us in order to reach them in a different way #iaedchat
A3: Porridge. This is going to vary by person as well. Here's something to keep in mind: You've got to train yourself to reflect AFTER an event before you can reflect DURING an event (to make on-the-spot course corrections). #IAedchat
A3: Depends on whether or not you change behavior. Reflection without action is just thinking. Take time to carve out a plan of action to KNOW BETTER/DO BETTER. #IAedChat
A3 there isn't a magical formula, just take day by day, situation by situation...if you are intentional about your goals, you are structuring your day accordingly and my guess is you are constantly reflecting in one way or another! #iaedchat
A3. We use a Toyota Kata process of continual improvement. This system helps keep the time and depth of reflection to a standard. The process helps drive the reflection as part of the continual improvement. #iaedchat
A3 I like to reflect at the end of the day for 10-15 minutes somedays is longer some is less. I also like to reflect at the end of the week from a big picture perspective and I try to take 30 minutes on a Friday or Saturday to do that When I blog #iaedchat
A3: This is something I don't always do well. For me, if I am not satisfied w/ a situation, I continue to reflect on how to make it better. Even though it sometimes makes me crazy, it helps me continue to get better. #iaedchat
A3: Reflection without action is not nearly as powerful. The amount is going to be different for each person; however, me must act on the reflections in an effort to improve. #iaedchat
A2: A great place to start is always attempting to do better. Often times it is very easy to get stuck in a "if it's not broke don't fix it" mentality but if you're always striving to do a little better than the last time that is truly where reflection can take root #iaedchat
A2: Even though I said this for A1, there are some great options within the ORID framework. Always good to ask, "What was the purpose of _____ and what were you wanting to accomplish?" #iaedchat
A3:
Hattie's quote about finding what works best, not just what works--I'm mulling that over through the lens of this question.
Generally, I feel all of us need more time to reflect, and we need to make it more habitual, more automatic.
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A2: I think when we are learning something is where it all begins. We often take previous knowledge and learn something so we are reflecting constantly. I often find myself asking the question "where did I begin?" to help me reflect. #iaedchat
A2: A great place to start is always attempting to do better. Often times it is very easy to get stuck in a "if it's not broke don't fix it" mentality but if you're always striving to do a little better than the last time that is truly where reflection can take root #iaedchat
A3. It's what's works best for an individual. Taking a few minutes to think and reflect about an event and make decisions about changes that need to occur! #iaedchat
A3: Porridge. This is going to vary by person as well. Here's something to keep in mind: You've got to train yourself to reflect AFTER an event before you can reflect DURING an event (to make on-the-spot course corrections). #IAedchat
A3: For me, if I didn't like how something made myself or others feel &/or act OR it didn't meet my goals, I know I need to make improvements & take the time to self-reflect. The amount of time I take shouldn't stress me out but make me feel more prepared for next time. #iaedchat
A3 #iaedchat I think this varies for everyone. As always, trying to find a balance of reflection and time to implement changes small or large is a work in progress.
A3: I think there can never be too much self reflection. As we experience more, we have more to offer so I believe reflection is a vital part of individual growth. #iaedchat
A3: Reflection has become a big part of my personal learning process, if in life or in education and once I started increasing the time I spent reflecting the more I was able to learn concepts or the "big pictures." I believe its about what helps an individual the most.#iaedchat
Good point, Paula! We just need to remember there's a difference between THINKING about something and REFLECTING on it. (Reflecting leads to action) #IAedchat
A3: I think there can never be too much self reflection. As we experience more, we have more to offer so I believe reflection is a vital part of individual growth. #iaedchat
A3: one can reflect too much if it is keeping them from attempting anything...or too little if they seem to be all of the sudden working alone:) #iaedchat
A4: Ask 'em reflective questions, then use that amazingly effective teaching tool: WAIT TIME. With an open-ended question hanging in the air, the questionee will eventually answer it! #IAedchat
A4: Is there a way you can build accountability groups or reflective groups within your school or build it in to PLC? Non-judgmental, non-evaluative, but focused on getting better and doing better. Model it so others see the value. #iaedchat
A4 I think it is easy to reflect on our ideal states, it is harder to envision and plan how to make those actionable steps...reflective partners can help build the staircase and allow for action through intentional support and planning #iaedchat
A4: Finding why it hasn't worked in the past is essential to finding a solution in the future. In my experience, this happens through a series of Qs. #iaedchat
A4: I think it's similar to working with students....model, model, model. If an instructional coach can model their own reflective practice, it will be easier for others to buy-in. Give opportunities to reflect using technology or opportunities to visit classrooms #iaedchat
Agreed, Kim. The top and bottom of the staircase are easy to envision. It’s the steps it take sot get from bottom to top that really count and are most difficult! #IAedChat
A4 I think it is easy to reflect on our ideal states, it is harder to envision and plan how to make those actionable steps...reflective partners can help build the staircase and allow for action through intentional support and planning #iaedchat
A4:Model it - share questions which benefit your reflective process, video yourself and ask for feedback, ask for colleagues to come watch your practices. #IAedChat
A4: model for them! Show them a think aloud, prose questions before and after anything to get them thinking! Set up reflective Flipgrids, and coach them to be reflective! #IAedChat
A4. I think we need to be present in their classrooms, ask questions to help them think reflectively, have conversations with them on their instructional practices. #iaedchat
Yes! If you're working towards a common goal and you truly care for each other's success, absolutely! We can build and support and nurture our colleagues. #IAedchat
A4: Is there a way you can build accountability groups or reflective groups within your school or build it in to PLC? Non-judgmental, non-evaluative, but focused on getting better and doing better. Model it so others see the value. #iaedchat
After doing the reflective questions, one can set goals as to what risks they wish to try in take in the classroom for the year and keep track of their progress with reflection! #iaedchat
I feel like there is often a gap between know better/do better because of logistics. You can reflect on why you'd like to do it differently and feel overwhelmed by how to rearrange the pieces to try a new system. #iaedchat
A3: It might be tough to quantify the amount of time for reflection. As long as action comes in appropriate time, reflection after all key moments has to be inherently good. #iaedchat
The responsibility of leadership. Otherwise it becomes another "unfunded mandate" piled on the plate of responsibilities, only to be washed down the drain. #IAedchat
A4: I have found what works for me in the knowing/doing gap but trying to find a way to help students mend this gap seems to be quite challenging. Is it about trial and error using found practices or is there a way to know what a specific class could need? #iaedchat
A4:
...continued conversations. Ts need time to research, test out, gather data, refine, reflect, and share.
ICs can help by making coaching conversations a habit, by being the bridge between professional learning, and changes in practice and student learning.
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I think addressing the barriers to change is essential to making movement forward. The barriers may not be easy to get rid of, but talking these out with trusted colleagues is a great way to start to find a solution. #iaedchat
A4.2: When I am having conversations with staff members about important items that require reflection, I like to send the questions to them a day or two in advance. This has deepened the conversations so much. #iaedchat
A4: Start with reflecting with a teaching partner/colleague on a positive - Why do you think that worked so well? To build a relationship to be able to have crucial conversations later. Where do we go from here? #iaedchat
Absolutely. in our coaching sessions we have a section called "obstacles" what is standing in our way of reaching our goal or making our next step?
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I think addressing the barriers to change is essential to making movement forward. The barriers may not be easy to get rid of, but talking these out with trusted colleagues is a great way to start to find a solution. #iaedchat
A4: Why haven't they found benefit? would be a ? to ask. I think teachers who are reflective want to grow and change and have that mindset. Honestly, we all know educators who won't reflect because of fear, indifference, or arrogance. A teacher has to WANT to reflect. #iaedchat
Also, when you have a culture that is focused on the process of improvement and growth, it's easier to take risks to make constructive changes. If the culture is reluctant to change, it's scary to be someone stepping forward to try a new thing. #iaedchat
A5: SO many ways! It provides better instruction, strengthens relationships, models good reflections practices, and instills that life long learning! #IAedChat
A5: If self-reflection is self-examination, then it can be used as a source of not only self improvement which students will benefit from as I get better... but it is a source of empathy to examine how my thoughts and actions impact not only me but others as well. #iaedchat
A5. As teachers improve their skills and hone their craft they become more capable of meeting the needs of our diverse learners.
OR
A rising tide lifts all boats.
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A5: Teacher self-reflection is inextricably linked to student growth - when we truly reflect, we change in order to improve our practice...which will improve outcomes (student learning). Without self-reflection, our only improvements will arrive via blind luck. #IAedchat
A5: If we have educators who reflect regularly and effectively, this will lead to growth and effective practices which directly impacts the student experience. Better reflection leads to a better student experience. #iaedchat
A5: Reflection on our practice, makes us put focus on our purpose. We are all in education to build connections (socially and academically) that lead to growth. ❤️ We have to be accountable in our reflection to take responsibility of our impact. #IAedChat
Got to step out for a few minutes but will catch up later thanks for a great chat tonight. I always like to end my weekend and kick off my week with this chat #iaedchat
A5: Teacher reflection can bring out the best in us. Learning becomes engaging, classrooms become more positive, and our kids can benefit from a truly great education. #iaedchat
Absolutely! If that culture hasn't been built already--it has to start somewhere and with someone--especially if it is for the benefit of the Ss. After all, they are the reason to strive to get better on a daily basis. #iaedchat
A5: It allows students to know you are human too. My students are four and five years old, if I mess up in front of them or I need to shift a lesson and say, "well friends that didn't work today", it shows them it's OK to reflect. Many other ways as well! #iaedchat
A5: Reflecting, changing, modifying & admitting that improvements can be made show Ss that perfection is not a requirement to be successful. Mistakes help us learn & grow. It's all about having a growth mindset & being self aware to better our lives & those around us. #iaedchat
A5: There's a direct correlation between teacher (& student) reflection & improved practice. As teachers reflect on their practice, their practices improve for their students. They continue to build on what's working & change what isn't! #iaedchat
A5: Teacher reflection helps students by transforming the way they teach lessons, classes, etc. If a teacher can identify tools that worked really well while replacing techniques that didn't work as well they can create a better learning environment for future students. #iaedchat
It's crucial to meet the needs of the humans in front of you through reflection, of course. Additionally, making reflection visible to students is a powerful process to show them how to prioritize their own decisions about growth. #IAedChat
A5. Teacher reflection helps provide better instruction in the classroom by having teachers think practices and change course in their lesson delivery and student interactions. #iaedchat
One technique that I have used successfully in the past is to facilitate a reflective conversation with every staff member (50) once per quarter. 5 questions asked to build engagement. Also, asking reflective ?s after classroom visits. #iaedchat
A5: My heart is full as I read colleagues' reflections from this past week's PD--each one focused on student learning, and each one searching for the best solution to the problem.
Teachers are professionally driven to help their students-- and they will.
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T’s have two ways of learning. They can learn from themselves (reflecting), which is cheaper, more efficient, and more frequent. The other option is going to a PD, conference, etc...
T’s constantly learning= better for their S’s. #IAedChat
All important pieces, but including attitude and approach… YES! Let’s not just reflect on how something went. Make progress in all of these areas to just plain do/be better.
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A6: My admin prep program used a great model: I.R.L.F.- Investigate, Reflect, Leverage, and Frame. Get the facts; Consider feelings of all involved; Identify resources and strengths; Frame what I want to say or how I would address the issue. #iaedchat
Dfferent with every session. Examples: what do you love about your position at this school? If you could change one thing about your job, what would it be? What is your unfair advantage that allows you to succeed each day? Who is your hero and please explain why? #iaedchat
I am currently loving the mood meter. Helps me reflect my emotions. Highly recommend this. @YaleEmotion.
Instruction reflection: put a small little reflection box under lessons.
Lastly, collecting data helps improve your reflection. #IAedChat
Y'all know how much time teams will spend watching game film from today? You're not going to be a champion without reflection...on the field or in the classroom. #IAedChat
Reflection on the event has to be targeted--it's not enough to think about the learning at a PD, but also has include thinking about how the learning can change your own current practice. #iaedchat
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@nick_schumacher, @NRahulpatel, @townsleyaj, @danpbutler
A7: Not throwing away my shot...to be the best leader, dad, friend, supporter I can be. Starting the process on my personal professional growth goals this week. Plenty of self-reflection ahead! #iaedchat
A7: I ask a lot of questions in my current position, so I am going to really think about if the questions I ask elicit the responses that I am looking for and if not, how I can phrase my Qs differently the next time. #iaedchat
A7. I have been building a closed facebook group of educator friends...The intent: help one another reflect on our own growth and learning. This is a good week to get it off the ground!! #iaedchat
A7: Take more time to write things down - not so much journaling, but scheduling time to think about my day or week and how it relates to my goals for my day or week. #IAedChat
A7: I'm going to start by focusing on my goals and identifying ONE clear step I can take to get me there. Then I'll monitor the impact of that step, which will enable me to adapt & adjust as necessary. I'll follow that Reflective Cycle as many times as needed... #IAedchat
Currently taking Fierce Conversations and reflecting on how my words and interactions leave others feelings. It’s my desire to leave others feeling confident enough to take risk, comfortable with being vulnerable, cared for, and positively connected to our culture.
A7:
Be more present in the moment, especially when I'm with my daughter.
Just do the next right thing, and resist becoming overwhelmed by a to-do list.
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You can write (or read) on our blog, too, if you're interested: https://t.co/UGm3jQJ26k where there are some oldies, but goodies prompts awaiting... #IAedchat
A7: Take more time to write things down - not so much journaling, but scheduling time to think about my day or week and how it relates to my goals for my day or week. #IAedChat
A7: To reflect I definitely look at my highs and lows of that week. If I backtrack and see how and why my low points came to be I can work to fix what may have been causing them. #iaedchat
A7: We have been running through a very collaborative cycle in which we are doing group observations, swapping lead teachers, and recording the lessons for discussion in plc. #IAedchat
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