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MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:02 PM EDT

#MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:03 PM EDT

I'm Michelle and I teach #5thgrade at @MonroviaElem. I'm also the tech integration mentor for my school. #MCTPACK

rhondambooth Sep 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Rhonda Booth, Assistant Principal, Sparkman Middle #mctpack

lbmccomb Sep 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Laura McComb, 3rd grade math, science, and social studies at Lynn Fanning Elem. @MadCoSchools #MCTPACK

JenniferHWhitt Sep 28 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Jennifer Whitt- Assistant Principal @SparkmanMiddle #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1 coming up in 1 minute! #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:05 PM EDT

So glad you could join us tonight! #MCTPACK

In reply to @rhondambooth

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Welcome Laura! #MCTPACK

In reply to @lbmccomb, @MadCoSchools

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Happy to have you with us tonight Jennifer! #MCTPACK

In reply to @JenniferHWhitt, @SparkmanMiddle

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:06 PM EDT

#MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 Student engagement means all of my ss are participating in learning- discussions, sharing, & problem solving. #MCTPACK

rhondambooth Sep 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

True engagement means that students are cognitively invested in the learning task. #mctpack

mrsboyett7713 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: student actively involved in what you are doing! #mctpack

In reply to @MWhiteMES

CosbyCreations Sep 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Walnut Grove Assistant Principal #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

We are happy you could join us tonight! #MCTPACK

In reply to @CosbyCreations

SparkmanMSMedia Sep 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Suellen Epps, Library Media and Tech Specialist SparkmanMiddle #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Welcome to our chat! #MCTPACK

In reply to @SparkmanMSMedia

JenniferHWhitt Sep 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Students in charge of their own learning. #MCTPACK

In reply to @MWhiteMES

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Yes! I tell them all the time I don't want to be Charlie Brown's teacher. #MCTPACK

In reply to @JenniferHWhitt

SparkmanMSMedia Sep 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Engagements means that all students find something meaningful in the learning experience. #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT

It is all about students learning to be responsible for their own learning & showing what they learn in diff ways. #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Q2 in 1 minute. #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT

#MCTPACK

rhondambooth Sep 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Q2: To me the most meaningful evidence of active engagement is student discussion. #mctpack

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: Student on-topic discussions- I want my kids to be able to talk to me about what they are learning. #MCTPACK

CosbyCreations Sep 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Students have resources to gain access to the content & are mentally engaged in tasks that require higher order thinking skills #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

True! It needs to be something they can't Google to find the answer. #MCTPACK

In reply to @CosbyCreations

SparkmanMSMedia Sep 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2 students are actively engaged when then are using multiple senses during the learning experience. Teach the whole child! #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT

I like to try different things- love @Flocabulary for those who need songs (like me) to learn. #MCTPACK

In reply to @SparkmanMSMedia, @Flocabulary

mrsboyett7713 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: When my students make eye contact and look like they want more #MCTPACK

TinaCMcKenzie Sep 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 They are responding to each other’s comments #MCTPACK

CosbyCreations Sep 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A.2 Students are Talking, Writing, Investigating, Reading, & Listening related to the content #MCTPACK

SparkmanMSMedia Sep 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@rhondambooth I also enjoy student discussion. It’s rewarding to observe it, especially when they’re truly engaged! #MCTPACK

JenniferHWhitt Sep 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT

If they are writing, explaining, discussing, presenting, etc. #MCTPACK

In reply to @MWhiteMES

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT

I've also been using #Hyperdocs with @CanvasLMS to guide student learning. #MCTPACK

lbmccomb Sep 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2: When students are excited and want to share what they are learning with each other. #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Q3 in one minute! #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT

It is exciting for me when they get excited about learning. #MCTPACK

In reply to @lbmccomb

rhondambooth Sep 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Yes, the TWIRL active literacy ensures engagement! #mctpack

In reply to @CosbyCreations

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

#MCTPACK

rhondambooth Sep 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Yes, we have to teach students how to have an academic discussion. #mctpack

In reply to @CosbyCreations, @SparkmanMSMedia

JenniferHWhitt Sep 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Facilitator!!! #MCTPACK

In reply to @MWhiteMES

SparkmanMSMedia Sep 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q3 In active student engagement, the teacher’s role is facilitator and moderator. #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3 Plan well and guide students through learning. Teacher needs to model how to engage in peer discussion. #MCTPACK

mrsboyett7713 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT

I think it can be different, sometimes the T can sit back and facilitate. Sometimes they lead the charge! #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Must keep in mind that we need less teacher talk and more student discussion. #MCTPACK

alrfirestone Sep 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3: the teacher facilitates and guides students through learning opportunities. #MCTPACK

SuptMattMassey Sep 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3: Teachers must have a classroom layout to make sure they can move around the room to keep students actively engaged and on task! #mctpack

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

#MCTPACK

MsParksArts Sep 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Lynn Fanning art teacher here! #MCTPACK

1018Jules Sep 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT

I'm Julie Vandiver. I am the Math Coach @HarvestElem 🤓 #MCTPACK

MsParksArts Sep 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A2: When Ss are excitedly adding to the class discussion and having their own discussions w/peers about the content #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Happy to have you with us tonight. #MCTPACK

In reply to @MsParksArts

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Yes! That is the goal of every lesson! #MCTPACK

In reply to @MsParksArts

SuptMattMassey Sep 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A1: Student engagement is being an active participant in the learning process. This is different from a sit & get experience. #mctpack

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:06 PM EDT

#MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Hi Julie! Welcome to the chat. #MCTPACK

In reply to @1018Jules, @HarvestElem

JenniferHWhitt Sep 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Facilitating, listening, guiding the discussion #MCTPACK

ShemikaStinnett Sep 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Less teacher and more student led engagement! #MCTPACK

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MsParksArts Sep 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Q3: Non-biased facilitator & moderator #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

It is so important for students to see that we are learning too. Happens all the time w/tech. I ask them questions & they help me. #MCTPACK

In reply to @SuptMattMassey

alrfirestone Sep 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A2: Seeing those wheels turning is a sure sign of active engagement, as well as their conversations about the learning! #MCTPACK

JenniferHWhitt Sep 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Facilitating, listening, guiding the discussion.#MCTPACK

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lbmccomb Sep 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A3: Facilitator/Leader depending on the tasks. I want to lead more than I should. I should let my students lead more. #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Q4 is up next! 1 minute! #MCTPACK

TinaCMcKenzie Sep 28 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A3 Asking the right questions are key... ThoughtLearningTaxonomy #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:32 PM EDT

#LearnLAP really helped me step back as a teacher and let students take the lead. #MCTPACK

In reply to @lbmccomb

1018Jules Sep 28 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A1: Student engagement means students are attentive, curious, and driven to complete an assignment or task. #MCTPACK

alrfirestone Sep 28 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Anna Firestone, IC from Sparkman Middle! Little late bc of soccer, but love these twitter chats! #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:33 PM EDT

So glad you could make it! #MCTPACK

In reply to @alrfirestone

mrsboyett7713 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3: after visiting RCA, I’ve tried to step back and let Ss do the leading! #MCTPACK

alrfirestone Sep 28 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A1: Student engagement means learning is occurring for that ss on his/her level! #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:34 PM EDT

#MCTPACK

mrsboyett7713 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4: The eye, my go to move. 😂 also proximity. #MCTPACK

alrfirestone Sep 28 @ 8:35 PM EDT

I totally agree! #MCTPACK

In reply to @mrsboyett7713

1018Jules Sep 28 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A2: Ss are engaged when they focused on the task at hand. The task has true meaning to them & often extends beyond the classroom. #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4 Normally it just takes joining the group discussion to redirect those off task. I take a seat and join in w/the group. #MCTPACK

SparkmanMSMedia Sep 28 @ 8:36 PM EDT

As facilitator, I engage those students in discussion that is meaningful to them. Give them a chance to speak/lead. #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:36 PM EDT

I think we have all mastered the eye. #MCTPACK

In reply to @mrsboyett7713

alrfirestone Sep 28 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Find a way to make the learning meaningful to that ss! If they see how it applies to their life, then they are all in! #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:38 PM EDT

When they feel like others want to hear what they have to share they normally stay engaged. #MCTPACK

In reply to @SparkmanMSMedia

CosbyCreations Sep 28 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4: Redirection through close proximity, check for understanding, clarifying expectations #MCTPACK

rhondambooth Sep 28 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4: Finding a connection that makes the learning relevant is the best redirect strategy for a disengaged student. #mctpack

lbmccomb Sep 28 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4: Moving around the room and making eye contact usually gets them back on track. #MCTPACK

1018Jules Sep 28 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A3: Teacher role in student engagement is to facilitate, generate curiosity, encourage, & provide support/scaffold learning. #MCTPACK

alrfirestone Sep 28 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Great minds think alike! #MCTPACK

In reply to @rhondambooth

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:39 PM EDT

So true! #MCTPACK

In reply to @rhondambooth

TinaCMcKenzie Sep 28 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A4 Nonverbal hand signals #MCTPACK

1018Jules Sep 28 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A4: Redirect with proximity, questioning, answering misconceptions, scaffolding & encouragement. Make them aware of the why! #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Ha! This is too funny! #MCTPACK

In reply to @TinaCMcKenzie

JenniferHWhitt Sep 28 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Proximity, reward participation, ask questions ...#MCTPACK

In reply to @MWhiteMES

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:42 PM EDT

#MCTPACK

alrfirestone Sep 28 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5: It's all about the productive struggle! #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Any time we use @Flipgrid all of my students are engaged and excited to share. When they have an audience it makes all the diff. #MCTPACK

mrsboyett7713 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5: I used the floor as a board and my students had to get real close! I felt like they were really engaged. #proximity #MCTPACK

SparkmanMSMedia Sep 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Engaged when they feel that they have a say in how and what they learn. The Middles enjoy a social learning environment! #MCTPACK

lbmccomb Sep 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5: During STEM activities! Great discussions and problem-solving going on. #MCTPACK

rhondambooth Sep 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5: Students are most engaged when they have ownership of their learning through choice in content, product, and process. #mctpack

TinaCMcKenzie Sep 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5 During hands-on activities - exploration #MCTPACK

JenniferHWhitt Sep 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT

When you know they understand because they are teaching each other. #MCTPACK

In reply to @MWhiteMES

alrfirestone Sep 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Love this! Changing up the learning environment is always enough to peak the ss curiosity! #MCTPACK

In reply to @mrsboyett7713

1018Jules Sep 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5: Ss engaged when they see & understand the why of a task. Real life connections and meaning. Not another worksheet. Get feedback #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT

We observed plants last week and they were all so excited. You'd think they'd never seen plants up close before. #MCTPACK

In reply to @TinaCMcKenzie

CosbyCreations Sep 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT

When the learning is relevant...high interest stories, real life connections, ex. Using a budget to plan a party #MCTPACK

MsParksArts Sep 28 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A4: If Ss are working, I'll usually try to redirect off-task Ss by sitting at the table & asking how their project is going #mctpack

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:47 PM EDT

I love letting them say give me 5 and ask each other for help. There's always a student expert in the room willing to help. #MCTPACK

In reply to @JenniferHWhitt

MsParksArts Sep 28 @ 8:48 PM EDT

If the student is not engaged during discussion: proximity, eye contact & signaling #mctpack

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:48 PM EDT

I always tell my kids what we are doing is #morefunthanaworksheet. They always agree! #MCTPACK

In reply to @1018Jules

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Final question coming up in 1 minute! #MCTPACK

SuptMattMassey Sep 28 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A5: I feel my students were most engaged when they collaborate and create with their hands. #mctpack

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:50 PM EDT

#MCTPACK

thehodgenator Sep 28 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A1: it depends; engagement happens in different ways in the classroom; sometimes it's active and sometimes it's passive #mctpack

rhondambooth Sep 28 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A6: Backchanneling using Today's Meet. #mctpack

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@Flocabulary @Flipgrid @BoomLearning @appear.in @CanvasLMS #hyperdocs Just a few off the top of my head. I'm a #technerd. #MCTPACK

SparkmanMSMedia Sep 28 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Any and all tech tools! Today’s young learners are technology natives, and even as a “tech immigrant,” I get the relevance! #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Love this and @Padlet for back channeling. #MCTPACK

In reply to @rhondambooth, @padlet

alrfirestone Sep 28 @ 8:54 PM EDT

In ELA, a variety of websites to keep the students digitally moving through the learning & collaborating as they "digest" content. #MCTPACK

HomeoftheCubs Sep 28 @ 8:54 PM EDT

That is such a great tool! WE can split screen Chrome now and use it so many ways! #MCTPACK

In reply to @rhondambooth

TinaCMcKenzie Sep 28 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A6 #MysteryScience @GetKahoot @Nearpod @Flipgrid #MCTPACK

CosbyCreations Sep 28 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A6: Google docs, slides, chat, QR codes, Kahoot, etc. #MCTPACK

lbmccomb Sep 28 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A6: @Flipgrid, @brainpop, and hyperdocs. #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:55 PM EDT

I also love @PearDeck and anything Google! #MCTPACK

MsParksArts Sep 28 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Q5: When Ss are engaged in the activity & don't want to stop. Also when Ss say "I'm going to do/research this when I go home today" #mctpack

lbmccomb Sep 28 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A6: @Flipgrid @Flocabulary @GetKahoot @brainpop are just a few! #MCTPACK

alrfirestone Sep 28 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Newsela, NoRedInk, https://t.co/xVD0pNf76I, DiscoveryEd, brainpop, Kahoot, Socrative, https://t.co/E5oGBxFVp1 & more #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:57 PM EDT

If you have any suggestions for our next chat topic I would love to hear from you! #MCTPACK

daniel_evansAU Sep 28 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Ts are planners, promoters, and facilitators of engagement. Ts have to "hook" the Ss. #mctpack

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

#MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:58 PM EDT

I had a student bring me a brochure she made about photosynthesis this week. She was excited about what we were learning. #MCTPACK

In reply to @MsParksArts

1018Jules Sep 28 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A6: A few of my favorites to promote engagement: @Flocabulary, @Sphero, @brainpop, @Flipgrid @makeymakey, @IXLLearning, @GoNoodle, #MCTPACK

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:58 PM EDT

#MCTPACK

alrfirestone Sep 28 @ 8:58 PM EDT

There are tons of apps for ss to be the writers, editors, and producers of their own short stories, poems, songs, etc! #MCTPACK

daniel_evansAU Sep 28 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Figure out where I lost them. But I also have to KNOW my Ss first to prevent this from happening. #mctpack

MWhiteMES - Moderator Sep 28 @ 8:34 PM EDT

#MCTPACK

alrfirestone Sep 28 @ 8:59 PM EDT

It's all about the ss and Ts connection! #MCTPACK

In reply to @daniel_evansAU