#ditchbook Archive | Participate

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Good evening, #DitchHW and #ditchbook friends! Evan Mosier, Technology Integrationist Lead Teacher, Davenport, IA. Happpy 3 be here 2nite!

craigklement - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Craig, former edtech coach and know in a new role as a RTI Facilitator in Texas. #DitchBook

participatechat Oct 5 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #ditchbook by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/Nb8zYosqXB

drmcclard Oct 5 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Lance k-5 principal, MO #ditchbook

ChasGregory314 Oct 5 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Join me with my fave chat of the week! Starting NOW!!! #PLN #DitchBook

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 9:59 PM EDT

You made it to week 1 of the first Twitter #DitchHW book study. We'll be discussing the intro & ch 1. Please say hi. @SEANJFAHEY #ditchbook

theedpodcast Oct 5 @ 10:00 PM EDT

#ditchbook Hi all - Shane from AB Canada. Teacher and education podcaster. Haven't read the book, but excited to chat anyways!

hartel30 Oct 5 @ 10:00 PM EDT

John 3rd grade T from STL #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Hello #DITCHBOOK! Karly, TOSA from SF Bay Area, CA. Super excited to discuss #ditchHW

In reply to @sandyrotto, @SEANJFAHEY

ForestPrincipal Oct 5 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Jason Gribble, Principal, Forest E.S., Riverview, MI #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Wow! We are so excited that you are here and #ditchbook is your favorite chat!

ChasGregory314 Oct 5 @ 10:00 PM EDT
Join me with my fave chat of the week! Starting NOW!!! #PLN #DitchBook
- sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 9:59 PM EDT
  
  You made it to week 1 of the first Twitter #DitchHW book study. We'll be discussing the intro & ch 1. Please say hi. @SEANJFAHEY #ditchbook

Stella_Pollard Oct 5 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Hey #DitchBook, Stella- 7th Grade Science Teacher from KY.

ChasGregory314 Oct 5 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Chasity Gregory, 7th Grade Math, Glendale, Kentucky #DitchBook

ToddShriver Oct 5 @ 10:01 PM EDT

#ditchbook Todd Shriver K-12 Technology Coach North White (IN)

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Super excited for you in your new role Craig! #ditchbook

In reply to @craigklement

jmattmiller - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hey #DitchBook! Matt here, #DitchHW co-author. Excited for this study, but my 5:30am wakeup call means I'm here tonite via scheduled tweets!

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hello Everybody! Sean - 6th grade math T from Indiana & @sandyrotto moderating assistant ready for the #ditchhw book study chat! #DitchBook

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hi to all in #ditchbook land. I'm Sandy, 6-12 Instructional Coach from MN. Excited to kick off this #ditchHW book study w/@SEANJFAHEY

connesu Oct 5 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Connie H from Iowa - love the book! #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hello Stella! Great for you to have joined #ditchbook tonight

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Welcome, Connie! #DitchBook

In reply to @connesu

TTmomTT - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Good evening #DitchBook. Mandi from MO, HS Math, and super excited to talk #ditchHW

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Woohoo!! Another Hawkeye in the #ditchbook chat this evening! #ditchHW

In reply to @connesu

craigklement - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Thanks Karly! It's been a little overwhelming starting after the 1st cycle finished, but I'll get the hang of it #DitchBook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Ohhh I forgot to add my pic but then again I don't need the tank top teasing again... @SEANJFAHEY #ditchbook

In reply to @sandyrotto, @SEANJFAHEY, @SEANJFAHEY

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Excited to be here with you! Thats why I used a picture of us together for my intro :) #ditchbook

In reply to @sandyrotto

Miss_Lievens Oct 5 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hey #ditchbook friends!! I'm Abbi, K-5 Reading Interventionist. Excited to join in again tonight! :)

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:03 PM EDT

You're gonna rock it and will make SUCH a difference!!! #ditchbook

In reply to @craigklement

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:04 PM EDT

YAY! Mandi!!! #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:04 PM EDT

YESSSS!! Abbi is here!!! Welcome, friend!! #ditchbook #ditchHW

In reply to @Miss_Lievens

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Hey that was @Flipgrid HQ! we had roof top access! #ditchbook

In reply to @drmcclard, @sandyrotto, @Flipgrid

TTmomTT - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Hey Stella! #ditchbook

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Can we at least agree on my beloved Panthers, then? #Alumnus #DitchBook

In reply to @connesu

jghfoundation08 Oct 5 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Reba from Dallas ! Educ. Consultant with Houghton-Mifflin-Harcourt. Excited about tonight's chat #ditchbook

Stella_Pollard Oct 5 @ 10:05 PM EDT

MANDI! Hope your year is going well! #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT

SteinbrinkLaura Oct 5 @ 10:05 PM EDT

I'm here! #ditchbook

RemScience Oct 5 @ 10:05 PM EDT

#ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:05 PM EDT

MO in the house! #DitchBook

In reply to @hartel30

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:05 PM EDT

You as well! We've almost made it!!! #DitchBook

In reply to @Miss_Lievens

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Hello to my northern friend! As they say, how's the weather up there?! #DitchBook

In reply to @sandyrotto

TTmomTT - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:06 PM EDT

I'm so excited to talk about #ditchHW tonight. This chat is going to be EPIC! #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Can't wait to go back again!!! @Flipgrid Family reunion!!!!! #ditchbook

In reply to @SEANJFAHEY, @drmcclard, @sandyrotto, @Flipgrid, @Flipgrid

DWEBHHS Oct 5 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Hey #ditchbook world. My name is Dawn and I teach high school in Michigan. #DitchHW

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Mandi is up in here!!! #DitchBook Welcome, friend!!

In reply to @TTmomTT, @Stella_Pollard

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Welcome Dawn to #ditchbook!

In reply to @DWEBHHS

craigklement - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:06 PM EDT

#ditchbook

In reply to @sandyrotto

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Let's dig in! Q1 asks what is homework? Share your definition and look at others. #ditchbook #DitchHW @SEANJFAHEY @jmattmiller @burgessdave

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Hey Mandi.Lots of math talk here lately. Not surprising, there've been many engaging ideas shared-most of which don't mention HW. #DitchBook

In reply to @TTmomTT

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:07 PM EDT

I don't mean to butt in here, but maybe I can make it to the next one and make it a FULL @Flipgrid family reunion! #DitchBook #FlipgridFever

In reply to @KarlyMoura, @SEANJFAHEY, @drmcclard, @sandyrotto, @Flipgrid, @Flipgrid

madmommy Oct 5 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Sara Childs, homeschooler from Kansas #DitchBook

wizardwarren Oct 5 @ 10:07 PM EDT

#ditchbook Sarah from Colorado here

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:07 PM EDT

YES!!!!!!!!!!!!! #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3, @SEANJFAHEY, @drmcclard, @sandyrotto, @Flipgrid

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1:My def of HW=anything assigned for outside of class that lacks student voice/choice and takes time away from pursuing passion. #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1 #DitchBook Ts Def: Schoolwork that a student is required to do at home Ss Def: Pointless wksheets we have to do for school at home

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Q1 #ditchbook

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Let's dig in! Q1 asks what is homework? Share your definition and look at others. #ditchbook #DitchHW @SEANJFAHEY @jmattmiller @burgessdave

theedpodcast Oct 5 @ 10:08 PM EDT

#ditchbook A1: homework is work which augments classroom learning and cannot be done in a classroom

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: An outdated teaching practice that some Ts cling to as they think it prepares Ss for the real world. #ditchbook #ditchHW

hartel30 Oct 5 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: Old def was something vital that we HAD to do b/c it was always done before. #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: usually for extra practice, not very effective for the majority of my students #DitchBook

ToddShriver Oct 5 @ 10:08 PM EDT

#DitchBook A1 Homework should be designed to help learn/practice concepts. Lots of times now it is busy work to fill time.

jmattmiller - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:09 PM EDT

My name is Matt, and I ditched my homework. Here's why ... https://t.co/JBocAt7r6Y #DitchBook #DitchHW

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Humid and rainy....We need the rain. I can live without the humidity, though. #DitchBook

In reply to @sandyrotto

jghfoundation08 Oct 5 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1: Should be a review of what you learned and perhaps put into practice. #ditchbook

ChasGregory314 Oct 5 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1) #DitchBook My old def: work that will really seal the learning that happened at school. Stud Translation: Work I can't do w/o my T.

ForestPrincipal Oct 5 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1: Anything that you expect to be done at home, beyond the school's day. It should be practice, but sometimes it is not. #DitchBook

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Let's dig in! Q1 asks what is homework? Share your definition and look at others. #ditchbook #DitchHW @SEANJFAHEY @jmattmiller @burgessdave

drmcclard Oct 5 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1 Homework is extra practice. Which begs the question, why are we having Ss practice w/o our expertise? #ditchbook #DitchHW #JR2Proud

rcs2ndary1 Oct 5 @ 10:09 PM EDT

#DitchHW #ditchbook Michael Shunneson | Leader of Leaders | From @wearrrichmond in Richmond, IN #RCSeLearn #RCSNextGen #IRT4K

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1 Anything given to students to do outside of school hours counts as homework in my book. #ditchbook

In reply to @sandyrotto, @SEANJFAHEY, @jmattmiller, @burgessdave

TTmomTT - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1: HW has traditionally been 1-20 or 1-40 odds. Do at home, bring back, grade, repeat. Little differentiation or feedback. #DitchBook

craigklement - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:09 PM EDT

But there are so many careers that require filling out packets or completing reading logs...#DitchBook

In reply to @emosier3

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Sarah, you have elephants in Colorado? #DitchBook

In reply to @wizardwarren

SpeightEd Oct 5 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: Homework is a practice that we perpetuate because we did it and most of us probably did well in school | 1 #ditchbook #ditchhw

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Let's dig in! Q1 asks what is homework? Share your definition and look at others. #ditchbook #DitchHW @SEANJFAHEY @jmattmiller @burgessdave

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Hey Michael! Welcome to #ditchbook. Happy to "see" you again after #Ditchcon2017

In reply to @rcs2ndary1, @wearrrichmond, @jmattmiller, @hunterlambright, @Jeremy__Hill, @MrClarkIsChill, @arnoldtimw

Miss_Lievens Oct 5 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: I think it’s intended to be extra practice, but it just seems to be busy work for Ss AND Ps... #ditchbook

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:10 PM EDT

You forgot coloring in maps! :-) #DitchBook

In reply to @craigklement

ChasGregory314 Oct 5 @ 10:10 PM EDT

RIGHT?!?!?! But, we're "supposed" to be teaching them responsibility & deadlines. (eye roll) #DitchBook #DitchHW

In reply to @craigklement, @emosier3

RemScience Oct 5 @ 10:10 PM EDT

HW= inquiry, extended learning, digging deeper and less frequent for my Ss. But historically different. #ditchbook

Stella_Pollard Oct 5 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A1: Homework is a practice that should include Ss being kids, exploring the outdoors, and making real life connections. #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:11 PM EDT

great question! My mom couldn't help me with math HW after the 3rd grade #ditchbook

In reply to @drmcclard

ForestPrincipal Oct 5 @ 10:11 PM EDT

lol - #DitchBook

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:10 PM EDT

You forgot coloring in maps! :-) #DitchBook
In reply to @craigklement

MrClarkIsChill Oct 5 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Unfortunately, I’m out for tonight. Definitely in for next week! #DitchBook

In reply to @emosier3, @rcs2ndary1, @wearrrichmond, @jmattmiller, @hunterlambright, @Jeremy__Hill, @arnoldtimw

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:11 PM EDT

You know I will!! #DitchBook

In reply to @sandyrotto

burgessdave Oct 5 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Quick!!! The #DitchBook chat is doing a book study of Ditch That Homework starting tonight and NOW! Join to discuss #DitchHW #tlap #IMMOOC

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Very true. I would add something we THOUGHT we had to do. #DitchBook

In reply to @hartel30

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Blah, blah, blah!! ;-) #DitchBook

In reply to @ChasGregory314, @craigklement

SteinbrinkLaura Oct 5 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A1: Supposed to be independent practice, though usually ends up being practice for the smart kid or a parent. #ditchbook #DitchHW

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Well, then, I guess you'll have to come in before school to borrow mine. Or find a friend! ;-) #DitchBook

In reply to @hartel30, @craigklement

ForestPrincipal Oct 5 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Yes! We are here discussing it now. #DitchBook @burgessdave

burgessdave Oct 5 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Quick!!! The #DitchBook chat is doing a book study of Ditch That Homework starting tonight and NOW! Join to discuss #DitchHW #tlap #IMMOOC

daisychick23 Oct 5 @ 10:12 PM EDT

My book will arrive tomorrow and I can't wait to dig in to #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:09 PM EDT

My name is Matt, and I ditched my homework. Here's why ... https://t.co/JBocAt7r6Y #DitchBook #DitchHW

craigklement - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Yes, copying a friend's answers teaches responsibility. Was I hired to teach responsibility? #DitchBook

In reply to @ChasGregory314, @emosier3

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:12 PM EDT

JASON!!!! Happy to see you again. Was looking forward to chatting. Join us next week, buddy! Good times will be had! #DitchBook

In reply to @MrClarkIsChill, @rcs2ndary1, @wearrrichmond, @jmattmiller, @hunterlambright, @Jeremy__Hill, @arnoldtimw

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:12 PM EDT

And why "busy work" do are students not allowed to have down relaxation time and enjoy being kids? #ditchbook

Miss_Lievens Oct 5 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: I think it’s intended to be extra practice, but it just seems to be busy work for Ss AND Ps... #ditchbook

DWEBHHS Oct 5 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Thank you. This is my first #ditchbook chat.

In reply to @SEANJFAHEY

SpeightEd Oct 5 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A1: It has little impact on learning or growth. It's also inequitable for Ss who must work jobs or watch siblings | 2 #DitchHW #DitchBook

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:13 PM EDT

It could go either way. Later, we'll talk more about how we can transform idea of homework so it engages Ss and stretches them. #DitchBook

In reply to @theedpodcast

RemScience Oct 5 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Yet, many of us did not have the amount of homework Ss have today. Go figure. #Ditchbook

In reply to @SpeightEd

craigklement - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:13 PM EDT

You're going to love it! Great people and great conversations! #DitchBook

In reply to @DWEBHHS, @SEANJFAHEY

MrClarkIsChill Oct 5 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Absolutely Evan, Looking forward to it! Always a good time! #DitchBook

In reply to @emosier3, @rcs2ndary1, @wearrrichmond, @jmattmiller, @hunterlambright, @Jeremy__Hill, @arnoldtimw

TTmomTT - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:13 PM EDT

That's why my practice is in class, answers provided and Ss stop the minute they are getting wrong answers so we can fix. #DitchBook

In reply to @drmcclard

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:13 PM EDT

This is the best definition of what HW should be like today. #ditchbook

RemScience Oct 5 @ 10:10 PM EDT

HW= inquiry, extended learning, digging deeper and less frequent for my Ss. But historically different. #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Also only do as much as needed. #DitchBook

In reply to @drmcclard

wizardwarren Oct 5 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A1 myth: HW is independent practice - reality: learners are in diff places, too easy for some, impossible for others #ditchbook

cybraryman1 Oct 5 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A1 Homework should be defined as extended learning that student does on their own My Homework Debate page https://t.co/OLH4gvma5i #DitchBook

SteinbrinkLaura Oct 5 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Hey, I was in the running for best Rube Goldberg machine for my daughter's 7th grade science class...#Ditchbook #DitchHW

In reply to @connesu

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Middle School crazies unite!!! #DitchBook

In reply to @MrClarkIsChill, @rcs2ndary1, @wearrrichmond, @jmattmiller, @hunterlambright, @Jeremy__Hill, @arnoldtimw

wizardwarren Oct 5 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Hmmm, something wrong with that statement, but congratulations! #ditchbook

In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura, @connesu

rcs2ndary1 Oct 5 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Glad to be with everyone tonight. #ditchbook #ditchhw

In reply to @emosier3, @wearrrichmond, @jmattmiller, @hunterlambright, @Jeremy__Hill, @MrClarkIsChill, @arnoldtimw

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:15 PM EDT

In Q2, we discuss why HW has traditionally been assigned & what's its impact on Ss. Weigh in. #ditchbook #DitchHW @SEANJFAHEY @jmattmiller

zonie71 Oct 5 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Hey, all! Krista 5th grade T from SE Michigan, and self-proclaimed ditcher!! #DitchBook #DitchHW using a keyboard that keeps freezing 😡

RemScience Oct 5 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A1 sidenote: My 2 kids have certain unassigned activities they enjoy doing after school, yet often fight traditional HW. #ditchbook

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:15 PM EDT

When you say it like that, hard to believe it's still done that way by many. #DitchBook

In reply to @TTmomTT

madmommy Oct 5 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Assessment of what was taught during the school day. Unfortunately it has become a nightmare. #DitchBook

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A2: It's been assigned b/c Ts think it teaches Ss responsibility & deadlines. Instead teaches them stress and to not like school. #DitchBook

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2:Many equate HW w/school experience they had, w/out examining WHY.Ss need to practice what they didn't get,then pursue passions #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2: Sometimes, homework has unintended consequences. #DitchBook #DitchHW

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2 Ts pressured to get all content in for tests? Wanting to get an idea of what Ss can do independently? I have really no idea! #DitchBook

MandeeJablonski Oct 5 @ 10:16 PM EDT

My official 6th ELA HW this year: 1-Play & be a kid 2-If you read something awesome, tell me about it. The end! #ditchbook #ditchhw

In reply to @jmattmiller

wizardwarren Oct 5 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A1 Homework is any work done at home. Best homework ever: when students choose to learn more on their b/c they're inspired #ditchbook

hartel30 Oct 5 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2 It was expected. No HW= bad teaching (perception of Ps). It'll teach them to be responsible #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2: honestly, I assigned HW because that was the thing to do. I did HW as a student. Let to too much frustration for Ss and me #DitchBook

SteinbrinkLaura Oct 5 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Exactly! Not something kids should have to do at home. :) I also knew which parents I was up against. Shared stories. #DitchBook #DitchHW

In reply to @wizardwarren, @connesu

Flipgrid Oct 5 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Hey #ditchbook friends 👋 just popping in to say hi!

In reply to @SEANJFAHEY, @drmcclard, @sandyrotto

TTmomTT - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2:HW has been assigned because that's how we've always done it. Compliant kids did it, some cheated, some didn't and were docked #DitchBook

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:16 PM EDT

We LOVE when @Flipgrid stops by for a cameo appearance!!! #DitchBook Howdy, Flipgrid friends!

Flipgrid Oct 5 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Hey #ditchbook friends 👋 just popping in to say hi!
In reply to @SEANJFAHEY, @drmcclard, @sandyrotto

rcs2ndary1 Oct 5 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A1: Independent practice. Ss need an opportunity to think & focus on their own. #ditchhw #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Q2 #ditchbook

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:15 PM EDT

In Q2, we discuss why HW has traditionally been assigned & what's its impact on Ss. Weigh in. #ditchbook #DitchHW @SEANJFAHEY @jmattmiller

craigklement - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Compliance is what many Ts focus on, not critically thinking and creativity #DitchBook

In reply to @TTmomTT

ChasGregory314 Oct 5 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2) #ditchbook When I was a S I had 25 probs/nt-so I cont. the process w/my Ss at first. Impact on me as S: showing off my knowledge. A+ Kid

drmcclard Oct 5 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2 from my perspective, it was bc parents wanted insight to the room and it had always been done. #ditchbook

RemScience Oct 5 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2: Traditionally "extra practice." Sometimes "necessary evil." Perception- frustration and fatigue-inducing. #ditchbook

ToddShriver Oct 5 @ 10:17 PM EDT

#ditchbook A2 I used to assignment homework because if you did not, viewed as not doing your job. Ts today need to facilitate and let Ss explore and take charge of their learning.

nankr1120 Oct 5 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Kristen Nan Pittsburgh dropping in for a few #DitchBook

jghfoundation08 Oct 5 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2: I think homework was originally made for parents to feel that their child was learning. #ditchbook

In reply to @sandyrotto, @SEANJFAHEY, @jmattmiller

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2 Neg impact Ts say we want to "develop life long learners" & then give HW Its like shoving learning down Ss throats at times #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Just because you "did it" doesn't mean you learned. #DitchBook

In reply to @craigklement

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Awwwww hey #flipgridfamily!!! ❤ the #DitchFam #ditchbook

In reply to @Flipgrid, @SEANJFAHEY, @drmcclard, @sandyrotto

wizardwarren Oct 5 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2 Hw is there b/c it's been there, don't know the history of it... where did hw come from? Practice makes perfect rationale? #ditchbook

Miss_Lievens Oct 5 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2: Ts think they need to... I think the only impact on Ss is stress and less time to relax and be kids! #ditchbook

ForestPrincipal Oct 5 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2: Because "That's what we have always done!" Does not allow them to be kids and learn thru discovery. Love "Try it Tuesdays" #DitchBook

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:15 PM EDT

In Q2, we discuss why HW has traditionally been assigned & what's its impact on Ss. Weigh in. #ditchbook #DitchHW @SEANJFAHEY @jmattmiller

theedpodcast Oct 5 @ 10:18 PM EDT

#ditchbook A2: I find homework is a really great way to create stressed out kids. Very efficient.

hartel30 Oct 5 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Yes... ditching this year left void for some Ps b/c I wasn't upping my comm to them at same time. Fixing that! #ditchbook

In reply to @drmcclard

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:18 PM EDT

That's a good point. It's so different now that there are many more ways to communicate that info. #DitchBook

In reply to @jghfoundation08, @SEANJFAHEY, @jmattmiller

craigklement - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Exactly! I could give a quiz/test with same questions from HW and Ss would fail but had it correct on HW #DitchBook

In reply to @TTmomTT

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:19 PM EDT

I can see this. You don't get things done, run out of time, things didn't go as planned, but still must be done or learned! #ditchbook

DWEBHHS Oct 5 @ 10:17 PM EDT

I came to see the homework as evidence that I was not doing my job effectively in the classroom by "sending it home".
In reply to @sandyrotto, @SEANJFAHEY, @jmattmiller, @burgessdave

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:19 PM EDT

YES! Kids need to be kids at some point! DOn't need school outside of school. #DitchBook

Miss_Lievens Oct 5 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2: Ts think they need to... I think the only impact on Ss is stress and less time to relax and be kids! #ditchbook

ForestPrincipal Oct 5 @ 10:19 PM EDT

I love this graphic. I made it my home screen. @jmattmiller #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2: Sometimes, homework has unintended consequences. #DitchBook #DitchHW

craigklement - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:19 PM EDT

What is "try it tuesdays"? #DitchBook

In reply to @ForestPrincipal

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Honest answer. When we know better, we do better. That's likely why you're here discussing ditching HW in #DitchBook

In reply to @ChasGregory314

Stella_Pollard Oct 5 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A2: Ss are so stressed out by homework that they cannot focus in class. HW is killing their spirit and their family time. #ditchbook

ChasGregory314 Oct 5 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Good point. Ps like HW as a window to our classrooms. Comm. is key and you'd think it'd be easier these days than it is. #ditchbook

In reply to @hartel30, @drmcclard

KarlyMoura - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A2 Because of this. #ditchbook

In reply to @sandyrotto, @SEANJFAHEY, @jmattmiller

jghfoundation08 Oct 5 @ 10:19 PM EDT

@jmattmiller I totally agree. Kids started losing sleep. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2: Sometimes, homework has unintended consequences. #DitchBook #DitchHW

SpeightEd Oct 5 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A2: It's assigned b/c Ts think they're supposed to & some Ps expect it. Ultimately, it causes stress & creates > work #DitchHW #DitchBook

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:15 PM EDT

In Q2, we discuss why HW has traditionally been assigned & what's its impact on Ss. Weigh in. #ditchbook #DitchHW @SEANJFAHEY @jmattmiller

TTmomTT - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Or maybe even to include them in the process. Families are much different now. #ditchbook

In reply to @jghfoundation08, @sandyrotto, @SEANJFAHEY, @jmattmiller

AssignmentHelpN Oct 5 @ 10:20 PM EDT

The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms https://t.co/N8NF3byMeG #ditchbook #moedchat

SteinbrinkLaura Oct 5 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A2: HW assigned daily due=belief it will make Ss better. The impact is lack of family time and strained relationships. #ditchbook #DitchHW

RemScience Oct 5 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Yikes! #Ditchbook

In reply to @SpeightEd

hartel30 Oct 5 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Certainly can be easier. But I'm learning Ts and Ps have to look for the ways b/c HW was the natural way #ditchbook

In reply to @ChasGregory314, @drmcclard

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Not like I ever copied anyways, but still! ;-) #DitchBook Happens WAY too often when hwk is assigned, you're exactly right! #ditchHW

In reply to @end4end99

wizardwarren Oct 5 @ 10:20 PM EDT

#TRUTH - and stressed out parents! #ditchbook - So thankful my Ds school saw the light!!!

In reply to @theedpodcast

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:20 PM EDT

HW as a way to communitcate w/ home what is happening in the classroom but now we have better options to share Ss learning #ditchbook

jghfoundation08 Oct 5 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2: I think homework was originally made for parents to feel that their child was learning. #ditchbook
In reply to @sandyrotto, @SEANJFAHEY, @jmattmiller

nankr1120 Oct 5 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A1: A traditional act of teaching that became norm bc no one questioned its relevance #DitchBook #DitchHW

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Let's dig in! Q1 asks what is homework? Share your definition and look at others. #ditchbook #DitchHW @SEANJFAHEY @jmattmiller @burgessdave

jleeTechPercent Oct 5 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A2- HWK? Well, I got it when I was in school, so I must have to give it to my Ss too, right?? NO! #DitchBook

end4end99 Oct 5 @ 10:21 PM EDT

#ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:21 PM EDT

You are correct about Ps expecting it. Ps want the compliance points. I want Ss to demo knowledge and have many chances. #DitchBook

In reply to @SpeightEd

craigklement - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Sounds great! Thanks for sharing #DitchBook

In reply to @ForestPrincipal

SteinbrinkLaura Oct 5 @ 10:22 PM EDT

And HW is killing their love and desire for inquiry and learning. #DitchBook #DitchHW

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

Stella_Pollard Oct 5 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A3: “If we don’t give Ss homework, they won’t make it in college”. NO. If we want them to thrive, teach them to THINK. #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Some Ps. Not fair to put them all in one boat! #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:21 PM EDT

You are correct about Ps expecting it. Ps want the compliance points. I want Ss to demo knowledge and have many chances. #DitchBook
In reply to @SpeightEd

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:22 PM EDT

👋 Flipgrid! #ditchbook

In reply to @Flipgrid, @drmcclard, @sandyrotto

rcs2ndary1 Oct 5 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A2: According to the research of Hattie the effect size of traditional HW isn't where we get biggest bang for the buck.#ditchbook #ditchbook

RemScience Oct 5 @ 10:22 PM EDT

I strive for this. Sometimes I miss the mark, but I do strive for it. So, its my working definition and goal. #Ditchbook

In reply to @SEANJFAHEY

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:22 PM EDT

True. Many got it before the HW, many didn't need all of the HW, and some still didn't get it after too much time spent doing hW. #DitchBook

In reply to @TTmomTT, @craigklement

drmcclard Oct 5 @ 10:22 PM EDT

What about the teaching responsibility arguement? #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Or they do it wrong, reinforcing wrong behaviors. That's not good either. #DitchBook

In reply to @sandyrotto, @craigklement

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:23 PM EDT

I can appreciate that! #RebekahRocks! #ditchbook

In reply to @RemScience

nankr1120 Oct 5 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A2: Past practice does not=good practice. Impact is a far more negative than positive-creates closed mindset in a child #DitchBook #DitchHW

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:15 PM EDT

In Q2, we discuss why HW has traditionally been assigned & what's its impact on Ss. Weigh in. #ditchbook #DitchHW @SEANJFAHEY @jmattmiller

Flipgrid Oct 5 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Oh we have space 💯 Don’t think we don’t know that there ain’t no party like a #ditchbook party 🎉

In reply to @drmcclard, @SEANJFAHEY, @sandyrotto

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:23 PM EDT

I love your growth/continual learner mindset. It will take you far and benefit your Ss. #DitchBook

In reply to @hartel30, @drmcclard

jmattmiller - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Have you checked out Ditch That Homework? Available in paperback and for Kindle here: https://t.co/8E0V8xiZgy #DitchBook #DitchHW

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Now we'll discuss why assigning HW is such a hot button issue in Q3 this evening. #ditchbook #DitchHW @SEANJFAHEY @jmattmiller @alicekeeler

jleeTechPercent Oct 5 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Looking for a few Teacher Technology Leaders to share youe def of a Teacher TL for our Academy! https://t.co/BPaDlz0Dcf #moedchat #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:24 PM EDT

You know us so well! #ditchbook

In reply to @Flipgrid, @drmcclard, @SEANJFAHEY, @sandyrotto

rcs2ndary1 Oct 5 @ 10:24 PM EDT

It's got to be one of the worst ways to give insight into what happens in a classroom. Don't you think? #ditchbook #ditchhw

In reply to @SEANJFAHEY

hartel30 Oct 5 @ 10:25 PM EDT

This book and twitter chats like this have already made things btr for my Ss I feel. #ditchbook

In reply to @sandyrotto, @drmcclard

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3 No thought or effort put in HW from Ts. My experience its copy same wksht from the past 5 yrs & give Ss "Spray & Pray" method #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Before you assign that next homework assignment, consider ... #DitchBook #DitchHW

connesu Oct 5 @ 10:25 PM EDT

busy work that a teacher should check but rarely does #DitchBook

craigklement - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3: not enough Ss did it, I never graded it for accuracy, a waste of everyone's time and no big impact on learning #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3: It is such a touchy subject. Some Ps like it for the cushy points, others think it's necessary for responsibility. #DitchBook

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Love this graphic and its message from the #DitchBook man himself.

jmattmiller - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Before you assign that next homework assignment, consider ... #DitchBook #DitchHW

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Yes! Beachers have to do better at providing alternates to HW to communicate w/ home, Parents want to know. Can't just saw no HW #ditchbook

In reply to @rcs2ndary1

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3: Biggest beef with HW is that it gives teaching responsibility to the parents. Or, Ps end up doing it. Can never validate wrk. #DitchBook

SpeightEd Oct 5 @ 10:26 PM EDT

I don't think it holds water. Some of the most responsible Ss I teach are bad at HW, they're already doing a FT job + school #DitchBook

In reply to @drmcclard

hartel30 Oct 5 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3 Became a hassle trying to track down those who wouldn't/couldn't do it. Lot of stress for little/no gain #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:26 PM EDT

I remember those nights 😕 #DitchBook

In reply to @end4end99, @sandyrotto, @TTmomTT, @10

TTmomTT - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3 p2: I want Ss to learn and practice is PART of that but doesn't have to be at home or for points. #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3: It is such a touchy subject. Some Ps like it for the cushy points, others think it's necessary for responsibility. #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Q3 #ditchbook

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Now we'll discuss why assigning HW is such a hot button issue in Q3 this evening. #ditchbook #DitchHW @SEANJFAHEY @jmattmiller @alicekeeler

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3 This too...Stop giving questions google can answer! #ditchbook #ditchHW

ForestPrincipal Oct 5 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3: For me, it the new research from the Hattie report. It is just not good practice. https://t.co/tvExLfoGZB #ditchbook

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Now we'll discuss why assigning HW is such a hot button issue in Q3 this evening. #ditchbook #DitchHW @SEANJFAHEY @jmattmiller @alicekeeler

madmommy Oct 5 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3. Socio-economic divide is making HW even more of a hot-topic issue. What if Ps can't/won't help? Then what? #ditchbook

drmcclard Oct 5 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3 not everyone as same access to resources, rarely what every student needs, kids should have time to be kids! #ditchhw #ditchbook

jghfoundation08 Oct 5 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3: Its a hot issue becuz most schools, PLCs, & admins still have not found a beneficial way to design homework #ditchbook

MickMack629 Oct 5 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3: most of the time HW isn’t assigned to the personal needs of the student #ditchbook

rcs2ndary1 Oct 5 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3: Equity issue. #ditchhw #ditchbook

end4end99 Oct 5 @ 10:27 PM EDT

I have a sign in my room.GRADES DO NOT = COMPLIANCE, GRADES = WHAT YOU LEARNED!#DitchHW #DITCHBOOK #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT, @craigklement

Stella_Pollard Oct 5 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Yes! And not everyone has a home life where homework is a top priority. Some parents work 2-3 jobs to make ends meet. No help. #ditchbook

In reply to @drmcclard

ToddShriver Oct 5 @ 10:28 PM EDT

#DitchBook A3 issues to me: Are assignments relevant to what is being taught? Are Ss doing there own work? (Ss don’t differentiate between cheating and “helping”each other. Quality of work (most Ss just get it done).

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:28 PM EDT

True.So much time/energy spent tracking it down,charting it,correcting it, & often collecting it.Take that time back for learning #DitchBook

In reply to @hartel30

jleeTechPercent Oct 5 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A3- bc parents seem to think its necessary, then many Ts feel they need it too. + it teaches responsibility. Oh wait... #ditchbook

MickMack629 Oct 5 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Hey everyone, it’s Mickey from Springdale, AR. Better late than never! #ditchbook

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:28 PM EDT

I wanna see Ss work, work, work, work, work (in class)....Could be a hit song! #DitchBook #ditchHW

ChasGregory314 Oct 5 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A3) When the Ss leave our hallways, the world no longer looks the same as their classmates. Diff challenges w/ schedule, Ps, home.#DitchBook

SteinbrinkLaura Oct 5 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A3: Ts think they're not doing their jobs unless assigning HW. Research is ignored by Ts and parents in favor of tradition. #ditchbook

Stella_Pollard Oct 5 @ 10:28 PM EDT

I have had 0 complaints from parents this year from not giving HW. #ditchbook

In reply to @jleeTechPercent

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A3 Environment is a HUGE deal! Many students "homes" are not conducive for learning. So doing HW isn't their first priority! #ditchbook

hartel30 Oct 5 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Yes. Time spent correcting (or placing a check mark just to send it back) had little to no value too. #ditchbook

In reply to @sandyrotto

TTmomTT - Moderator Oct 5 @ 10:29 PM EDT

I love collaboration. Discussing with each other is part of learning. Copying from their paper to yours isn't learning. #ditchbook

In reply to @ToddShriver

nankr1120 Oct 5 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A3: Comfort in consistency-can’t let go of the “have beens”. Checklist item on a blank spreadsheet in my opinion. #DitchHW #DitchBook

sandyrotto Oct 5 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Now we'll discuss why assigning HW is such a hot button issue in Q3 this evening. #ditchbook #DitchHW @SEANJFAHEY @jmattmiller @alicekeeler

ForestPrincipal Oct 5 @ 10:29 PM EDT

But some of the parents do not have the tools to help. Then the Ss is just stuck. #ditchbook

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3: Biggest beef with HW is that it gives teaching responsibility to the parents. Or, Ps end up doing it. Can never validate wrk. #DitchBook

Miss_Lievens Oct 5 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A3: Ss can do poorly in a class by not doing HW. If they don’t need to practice, why assign it? At least make it worthwhile #DitchBook

emosier3 Oct 5 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Exactly! All too often, Ss have to go home and take care of other siblings, or work 2 support family. HW takes away from that. #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Oct 5 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A3 Environment is a HUGE deal! Many students "homes" are not conducive for learning. So doing HW isn't their first priority! #ditchbook

MikeSzczepanik Oct 5 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A3 - HW became a division between myself and Ss ... I decided relationships > HW #DitchBook