#langchat Archive

#LangChat is dedicated to the discussion of topics associated with issues and trends in world language instruction and learning. Educators, administrators, learners, and aficionados of world languages are encouraged to participate and share their experiences and input on various topics such as new ways to teach vocabulary, using music in the language classroom, and making standards-based grading valid. This chat is also unique in that it brings together language educators worldwide and from different contexts (elementary, secondary, higher education, etc.) and languages.

Thursday November 2, 2017
8:00 PM EDT

  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Hey there and welcome to #langchat! Tonight we're talking beginning/end of class routines.
  • participatechat Nov 2 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #langchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/q9PdwKw6v4
  • senora_broyles Nov 2 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Day of the dead with my awesome Ss. #DiaDeLosMuertos #langchat #pandemuerto #Bruins17
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Let's start with intros shall we? Tell us who you are, where & what you teach! #langchat
  • MadameGreiner Nov 2 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Nancy - French levels 1-4 in Western NC. #langchat
  • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    ¡Buenas noches! Rachel in NC, teaching HS Spanish 1 & 3 this semester...I changed my Twitter handle this week :) #langchat
  • SraWilliams3 Nov 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hola! Amanda from KS. #langchat
  • kclarkwny Nov 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    A1 Kelly Clark from Buffalo-area, Spanish 1 & 2, #langchat
  • ADiazMora Nov 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Amanda from southeast WI, Spanish 2-3 #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    I'm Megan, currently teaching French 3 in PA! #langchat
  • BThompsonEdu Nov 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hello- Bethany in California and I teach French #langchat
  • sharon_grele Nov 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Sharon near Memphis TN. Sp 1, sp 4 and Fr 2. #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Also please let us know if you are new to #langchat
  • MadameHeadleyPH Nov 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Howdy all! Aliya, French, levels 1,3,5/6 IB in Richmond, VA #langchat
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Maris teaching levels 1, 2, and 5 of Spanish in Maryland! #langchat
  • mmeshep Nov 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    #langchat Lisa, from MO but on my way to the airport for #iflta2017
  • kclarkwny Nov 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Kelly Clark, Spanish 1 & 2, Buffalo area #langchat
  • SlocumBeth Nov 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Beth - French & Spanish - WNY #langchat
  • MmeBlouwolff Nov 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Rebecca, Boston, MS French. It's been too long, #langchat
  • mmeaida Nov 2 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hi! I’m Franny a French teacher in Florida! And I love alliteration 💁🏼 #langchat
  • mmefmartinez Nov 2 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Buenas noches a todos. Me llamo Francesca Martínez y enseño francés immersion. Mucho gusto estar con ustedes esta noche.#langchat
  • madamednmichael Nov 2 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Dawn, French all levels, Ohio #langchat
  • als5nep Nov 2 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    #langchat Aaron from MA. French immersion teacher
  • jnowak_asl Nov 2 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hi! Jennifer Nowak from Houston, Texas and I teach ASL. #LangChat #GoStros #EarnedHistroy #HoustonStrong and I like hashtags 😬
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Welcome back! #langchat
    In reply to @MmeBlouwolff
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Ex-Detroiter here, happy for Justin Verlander! (but sad he's no longer a Tiger) #langchat
    In reply to @jnowak_asl
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Whoa! So many French teachers here!! Yay!!! #langchat
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Noah in Denver. Teaching college for the first time and getting crushed:) Super excited for #ACTFL17 in a couple weeks! #langchat
  • sr_connolly Nov 2 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    I’m Mark. HS Spanish teacher & Instructional Technologist in Massachusetts. #langchat
  • GMancuso13 Nov 2 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Gretchen, CT ~ MS French #langchat
  • srtabrandt96 Nov 2 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Sarah, preservice spanish at ncsu, student teaching 3 & 4 ✌ 🇪🇸#langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Q1 is coming up in a few minutes; this is a reminder that we do work in a Q/A format, so please include A# in your answer and #langchat tag!
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    SAME. College is an entirely different animal! #langchat
    In reply to @SenorG
  • PamKMarkell Nov 2 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    I'm Pam and I teach Spanish 2, 2 honors, 4 and AP. Feeling under the weather, may just follow chat tonight. #langchat
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Love that we've got dedicated preservice educators to learn with tonight! #langchat
  • ADiazMora Nov 2 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    before we start #langchat what sort of things to Ts do when discussing classes and schedules?
  • ginlindzey Nov 2 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Ginny Lindzey here, I teach Latin in Dripping Springs. I can only be here for part of the chat tonight. Good topic tonight. #langchat
  • srschu Nov 2 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    I’m Sr. Schu and I’m a Spanish teacher (1 and 2 this year) in VA! #langchat
  • SraWienhold Nov 2 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Hola #langchat! Allison is Iowa with Spanish to grades 7-12 #deptof1
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    I'm glad he was able to earn a ring SOMEWHERE. Sigh. #langchat
    In reply to @jnowak_asl
  • campspan Nov 2 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    ¡Hola! Susan from upstate NY, 7th grade Spanish #langchat
  • MMuellerFrench Nov 2 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Hi everyone, I'm Josh Mueller, a pre-service French teacher at NC State. #langchat #Teach2Teach
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Are we ready for Q1? Coming right up! #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Q1 Q1 How do you use the beginning of class to spark learner enthusiasm? #langchat
  • sr_connolly Nov 2 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    We had lots of fun with coverage of the MLB Postseason in Spanish. #langchat #authres
    In reply to @MlleSulewski, @jnowak_asl
  • Srta_Zeiner Nov 2 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Christine from ct, high school spanish! #langchat
  • ginlindzey Nov 2 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    I'm not sure what you mean. Clarify please! #langchat
    • ADiazMora Nov 2 @ 8:05 PM EDT
      before we start #langchat what sort of things to Ts do when discussing classes and schedules?
  • SenoraHamilton Nov 2 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Paula in MA teaching Spanish 2 and 4. Hola, #langchat
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: I start with important input to have it sink in the most, so sometimes a song or reading #langchat
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: Get weird. Be unexpected. Sometimes "activate prior learning" and other times just shooting for a Hook #langchat
  • mmefmartinez Nov 2 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Que bien que hay muchos profes de francés esta noche. #langchat
  • jparodi1201 Nov 2 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Joseph in CT. HS Spanish. #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: Roll which is typically a question for students to answer. Always personalized to get students engaged about their interests! #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1 Usually the same question - "Quoi de neuf?" (What's up?) #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Late the party but popping in from rainy Vancouver! #langchat
  • MadameHeadleyPH Nov 2 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1 I try to start each class with some form of communicative activity that gets them up and talking from the beg of the block #langchat
  • kclarkwny Nov 2 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1 music playing or something interesting on the screen to talk about #langchat
  • sharon_grele Nov 2 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1- for Sp 4 convo, start with thought provoking Q about topic of day #langchat
  • sra_downey Nov 2 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    ¡Los estudiantes más estupendos del mundo parte 2! #langchat #spanishteachers #DiaDeMuertos
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1.2 In AP last year I stood at the door to collect a "password" from each student. Great way to start each day! #langchat
  • mmeshep Nov 2 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    #langchat A1 I love to have a photo, meme or comic related to our topic projecting as the students walk in.
  • jnowak_asl Nov 2 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: I use warm-ups to start off class. We discuss what we learned or will learn in the target lesson to tie into the lesson. #LangChat
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    I liked to do that for two weeks that I managed to remember to change it each time... #langchat
    In reply to @mmeshep
  • mmeaida Nov 2 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: my bell ringer is usually a Q using vocab in a personal way and students want to share their As for participation points #langchat
  • BThompsonEdu Nov 2 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: I'm terrible at the "hook" and surprise, but I like to start each class by talking to each student #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1 We always start with greeting our table and finding out how they are & asking/answering a question related to current unit #langchat
  • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: B4 roll (during class change) I play upbeat music in the TL as loud as I can without getting in trouble. Dancing encouraged. #langchat
  • mmefmartinez Nov 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: I give a warm greeting. I also use montre et raconte. We start with songs and speaking activities.#langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1 On Wednesdays, the "Mercredi Musique" title slide would be projected, which always sparked enthusiasm! #langchat
  • MadameGreiner Nov 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1 To reinforce vocab, ask questions about date, season, and weather. Then, either topic for day or what did you do last night? #langchat
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Oooh! I like this, so informal survey each day? #langchat
    In reply to @CoLeeSensei
  • campspan Nov 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1 I start class with La Bienvenida, great review of common Q&A #langchat
  • SraWienhold Nov 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: Music! Having a music video playing as students enter class sets the mood #langchat
  • SraWilliams3 Nov 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: lately I haven't done anything special. I just kind of start class! Input input input!! #langchat
  • sra_downey Nov 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1- Sometime with a song playing. Music is such a universal hook! 🎶 #langchat #LangChat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Yes! New password established each Monday. #langchat
    In reply to @GMancuso13
  • drzarrow Nov 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: I listen to what Ss are talking about when they enter class & try to provide the tools they need to continue in L2 - #langchat
  • SrMedina_MVHS Nov 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: Spark enthusiasm at the beginning of class... 🎶 Merengue Monday, Tango Tuesday... etc #langchat
  • SenoraHamilton Nov 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: I'm totally using Bryce Hedstrom's password, gets the students involved in the language before they enter the room #langchat
  • jnowak_asl Nov 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Same here! I feel like I’m not very creative with getting the students hooked. #LangChat
    In reply to @BThompsonEdu
  • madamednmichael Nov 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1 I use Google Classroom, so I start with a Question related to topic we are studying, then often transition to Quizlet Live #langchat
  • MadameGreiner Nov 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    My students love memes in TL!! #langchat
    In reply to @mmeshep
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    This is SO important! My students listen MUCH better at the beginning of class! #langchat
    • SraWilliams3 Nov 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT
      A1: lately I haven't done anything special. I just kind of start class! Input input input!! #langchat
  • MmeBlouwolff Nov 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1 Music playing, individual greeting, ultra-quick Do Now where students speak in pairs on unit topic, then DIVE into #authres #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    More a 'social' thing to practice interacting Eg "Please greet your table & find out what they are doing after school & FollowUP!" #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins
  • ginlindzey Nov 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    We do jobs which rotate that include reading the agenda, date (includes yesterday, today, tomorrow), the weather, & school news 1/ #langchat
  • GMancuso13 Nov 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1 Music at the least to get them into a French frame of mind #langchat
  • srtabrandt96 Nov 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1 have a song/comic/meme going w/ the forms we will be practicing. makes it fun and relaxed #Teach2Teach #langchat
  • ADiazMora Nov 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    can you give me an example? I like this idea #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski, @GMancuso13
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    I'm a fan of saving Tuesdays for "Qué Dicen los Twitteros Tuesdays" #langchat
    In reply to @SrMedina_MVHS
  • sr_connolly Nov 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1. I always start with a clear plan, then some mix of do-nows and language/related culture in the news. #langchat
  • mmeaida Nov 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    RT so I will do this more! More laughter in our learning!! #langchat
  • SraWienhold Nov 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1: On T/Th srudents go right to getting a free reading book. New post today on it! https://t.co/jPiMtKYSql #langchat
  • BThompsonEdu Nov 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    What's a do-now? #langchat
    In reply to @sr_connolly
  • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Yes, it doesn't take any class time but students get a lot of cultural understanding from music and falling in love with it! #LangChat
    In reply to @MadameHeadleyPH
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    I used a LOT of idiomatic expressions! #langchat
    In reply to @ADiazMora, @GMancuso13
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Actually we have a daily monitor who also greets, does date, reminds of HW etc to lots of cheers from classmates #langchat
    In reply to @ginlindzey
  • jparodi1201 Nov 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1: Greeting students enthusiastically at door in TL, using TL music to promote atmosphere, conversing w/ Ss abt their days in TL #langchat
  • mmefmartinez Nov 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1: I sometimes play clips from 1 jour 1 actu. #langchat
  • srschu Nov 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1: I go w/ a “Tocacampana” (bell-ringer) 2 get Ss settled & in target lang. Rev. prior concepts or open ? 2 link 2 new topic. #langchat
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    FYI, if you're ever needing #authres for "Meme Martes" warmups, I gotcha covered at https://t.co/DhlAMHTDcU #langchat
    In reply to @srtabrandt96
  • madamednmichael Nov 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1 And for Fr 3, use short answer option on Question to open Interpersonal Writing communication #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1 I always have a 'unit song' playing as they come in..sometimes a homemade movie with unit related images too... #langchat
  • MMuellerFrench Nov 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1: Warm-ups that I've seen so far are mostly vocab/grammar reviews. These activate knowledge, but are less engaging #langchat #Teach2Teach
  • Coachbpal Nov 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    James from NC, Middle School Social Science. #langchat
  • SenorParodi Nov 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1: Greeting students enthusiastically at door in TL, using TL music to promote atmosphere, conversing w/ Ss abt their days in TL #langchat
  • campspan Nov 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    LOVE this! This week's Frases secretas are Tengo/No tengo miedo. #langchat
    In reply to @SenoraHamilton
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Also I think it was @Mr_Fernie who suggested a food video where they list food that they like and don't like #langchat
  • ADiazMora Nov 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    so all students have the same password?! they just tell you in TL? #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski, @GMancuso13
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Yesyesyesyes! They are sooo catchy, such a great way to introduce sticky inputs and the "dichos" show up later in ss' writing #langchat
  • ginlindzey Nov 2 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    (A1) most in target language. Kids enjoy jobs plus gives everyone a chance to get materials ready for warm-up or whatever. #langchat
  • SraWilliams3 Nov 2 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1b: I have been trying to use password in Sp 1. But I move around to other rooms & it's hard to keep up. #stress #langchat
  • drzarrow Nov 2 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Complaining about their coffee or upcoming exams in Latin, even for the Latin IIs, has become an art form :) #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    I like to make it a 'social' time...talking with each other...rather than a review of something..#langchat
    In reply to @MMuellerFrench
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    You can always try ditching them! https://t.co/gfSr7OCFVw #langchat
    In reply to @MMuellerFrench
  • als5nep Nov 2 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1. In the midst of parent teacher conferences. I tease what we’re going to learn during my announcements and have visual display #langchat
  • BThompsonEdu Nov 2 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Me too. It seems more natural for when a group of people first gets together #langchat
    In reply to @CoLeeSensei, @MMuellerFrench
  • Coachbpal Nov 2 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    We normally start with a review game of some sort. Something entertaining, yet gets to job done as it relates to recalling info #langchat
  • Oraib_Mango Nov 2 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A1: some interesting visual related to lesson to spark their interest or music #langchat
  • srschu Nov 2 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    @LaTazaSpanish Students usually love this (even though some of them may roll their eyes 👀) #langchat #energy
    • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT
      A1: B4 roll (during class change) I play upbeat music in the TL as loud as I can without getting in trouble. Dancing encouraged. #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    After all their goal - they tell me - is to 'have a normal conversation'...so let's practice that! #langchat
    In reply to @BThompsonEdu, @MMuellerFrench
  • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    I did password...but then realized I would rather use beg/b4 class for bonding with the class over music and informal conversation #langchat
    In reply to @SraWilliams3
  • kellycondon Nov 2 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Very cool way the language classroom has been re-vamped in another district. #hollistoninnovates #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Yep, unless it's a phrase that's easily customizable #langchat
    In reply to @ADiazMora, @GMancuso13
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Password was always over by the time the bell rang! #langchat
    In reply to @LaTazaSpanish, @SraWilliams3
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    #langchat is cruising tonight! Q2 on its way!
  • ADiazMora Nov 2 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    last question hopefully- do you give it to them on Monday and then T-F they use it to get in? #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski, @GMancuso13
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    I want to see someone do this well- it is always something on my to do list, but I haven't done a password yet! #langchat
    In reply to @LaTazaSpanish, @SraWilliams3
  • Coachbpal Nov 2 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A1)We normally start with a review game of some sort. Something fun yet gets the job done as it relates to recalling info #langchat
  • SraWienhold Nov 2 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A1: On Friday... we dance! https://t.co/oBajKTf8pS 💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻 #baileviernes #langchat
  • juliecaldarone Nov 2 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    #langchat A1:I would stand at door w/basket filled w/colored cards related 2 unit we would be covering. Sparked S curiosity on topic for day
  • SECottrell Nov 2 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Hey #langchat I'm late to the party...
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Q2 Q2 What routines help you balance business and linguistic benefit at the beginning of class? #langchat
  • sr_connolly Nov 2 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    I like that principle. I could probably do better there. My thought is “How can we connect to language communities outside class?” #langchat
    In reply to @CoLeeSensei, @MMuellerFrench
  • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Don't get me wrong, I think it's awesome! Just wasn't my style. I easily get pulled away from the door during change #LangChat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski, @SraWilliams3
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Party can't start til you show up anyway #langchat
    In reply to @SECottrell
  • ginlindzey Nov 2 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Sometimes we start with something like Musical Pairs. When music stops, Ss pair up to read Latin script, interview each other, etc #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Yes - it's a great time to model good follow-ups, practice interjections etc...and then they switch tables and do more! #langchat
    In reply to @BThompsonEdu, @MMuellerFrench
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Q2 up now #langchat !
    • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:17 PM EDT
      Q2 Q2 What routines help you balance business and linguistic benefit at the beginning of class? #langchat
  • ADiazMora Nov 2 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A1 I always ask Ss how they are and they remind me if I forget for some reason. They always ask me back too #langchat
  • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: My ? of the day is through roll call which allows me to take attendance and get it submitted while Ss communicate in Spanish #LangChat
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: Even after I removed my bellringer, after a fair amount of input, I had time to take attendance after #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2 Assigning classroom jobs was helpful! Let me focus on input while Ss took care of administrativia #langchat
  • MmeCarbonneau Nov 2 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A1 #langchat With a hook! ARH!
  • BThompsonEdu Nov 2 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: I always do announcements at the beginning in English. Encourages college stu to be on time. Then the rest of the time TL #langchat
  • mmeshep Nov 2 @ 8:18 PM EDT
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: Student jobs to create lighter lift for me, agency/ownership/buy-in for them and makes my chaotic mundo predictable for ss #langchat
  • srschu Nov 2 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    One of the great questions I get from my 1s and even 2s: “They have rap/country/R&B, etc. Music 🎶 in SPANISH?!” #langchat
    In reply to @LaTazaSpanish, @MadameHeadleyPH
  • ADiazMora Nov 2 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2 I ask how everyone is in TL and look around to take attendance by Ss' responses. I talk to them while they get their binders #langchat
  • kclarkwny Nov 2 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2 I ALWAYS have a slide that tells ss what they need to have for class (clipboard, pen, nb etc) It saves time! #deskless #langchat
  • Coachbpal Nov 2 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2) Journals! There is a huge struggle with written communication. This helps them better express their thoughts on paper. #langchat
  • madamednmichael Nov 2 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2 I have lessons and instructions posted on Smart board and Classroom in both languages, plus follow routine #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2 We bow/greet each other, class monitor (date, work due etc) & greet your table...actually I realize I have a lot of routines! #langchat
  • SenorParodi Nov 2 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: Narrate actions in TL so they’re hearing it; I’m ok if they’re chatting in TL. Use attendance check to talk w/ ea. stud. #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • SenoraHamilton Nov 2 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: Not worried so much about beginning business. We get to the business of input, attendance happens eventually! #langchat
  • SECottrell Nov 2 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2 we have a question jar, helps Ss start of class in TL if I still have stuff to prep (1st period... always do...) #langchat #highlightreal
  • Coachbpal Nov 2 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2) Another fun way to do this is by having them write their thoughts down then convert them to emoji form. They love it! #langchat
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2: Esp with Span1/2, best beginning class flow moves are those I stole from observing Kinder and 1st grade teachers #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2 I also tried to take care of "business" during independent/pair work. #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    I agree - it's 'into it' with business done when I find time! #langchat
    In reply to @SenoraHamilton
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Although if I want to #highlightreal I can never manage to remember the question jar... #langchat
    In reply to @SECottrell
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    LOVE this idea. Brilliant! #langchat
    In reply to @SECottrell
  • MadameHeadleyPH Nov 2 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Sooo true! I just had one S say the other day "this sounds like old school rap, I like this" was def a proud teacher moment #langchat
    In reply to @srschu, @LaTazaSpanish
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2 I have small baskets on their tables with cards, supplies already in them to 'start' so we get right down to stuff! #langchat
  • SraWilliams3 Nov 2 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2: reading time. Especially since I move around. I need a mo to breathe. #langchat
  • SECottrell Nov 2 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Speaking of #highlightreal mine is still a question styrofoam cup... #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins
  • SraWienhold Nov 2 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2 & by eventually I usually don’t take all morning classes attendance until my 6th hour prep 🤦🏻‍♀️ #langchat
    • SenoraHamilton Nov 2 @ 8:19 PM EDT
      A2: Not worried so much about beginning business. We get to the business of input, attendance happens eventually! #langchat
  • MadameGreiner Nov 2 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    What is a question jar? #langchat
    In reply to @SECottrell
  • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    :) I know we have to do the business at some point but I like this attitude! #priorities #studentsfirstbusinesslater #LangChat
    • SenoraHamilton Nov 2 @ 8:19 PM EDT
      A2: Not worried so much about beginning business. We get to the business of input, attendance happens eventually! #langchat
  • SrMedina_MVHS Nov 2 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2: Interpretives allow them to listen or read with some guided questions while I️ take attendance and handle “business” issues #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    I like this as well - settles them into the language! #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Things that happen when you try to eat and #langchat at the same time: your dog steals your chicken. #realtalk #gottafollowmyownadvice
  • GMancuso13 Nov 2 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2 - Be 100% ready for them: announcements on board, docs/sites open on computer...middle schoolers will easily derail plans! #langchat
  • srtabrandt96 Nov 2 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2 attendance/housekeeping happens when Ss are doing warm up usually. that way we lose no time for input/practice! ☺️ #Teach2Teach #langchat
  • mmefmartinez Nov 2 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2: attendance, montre et raconte, le calendrier, la météo, un jeu, for ex today we played a game related to prepositions. #langchat
  • MMuellerFrench Nov 2 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2: Never start right away with business, always a language activity! #langchat #Teach2Teach
  • mmeaida Nov 2 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2 While they plan daily Q I hand out their ✉️ to hold points and that helps me take attendance too. Then I open w/ “Ça va” #langchat
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    I typically look ridiculous with my dinner and my laptop and my husband rolls his eyes! #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • SECottrell Nov 2 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    I have a cup full of Qs I know they can ask/answer, color coded by amt of effort. 1st period isn't allowed to choose pink, e.g. #langchat
    In reply to @MadameGreiner
  • MadameHeadleyPH Nov 2 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2 I'm the worst with keeping up with the business side. At least twice a day they are calling in for attendance for me #langchat
  • als5nep Nov 2 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2 I have one or two students share in their own words the task they need to accomplish #langchat
  • MmeBlouwolff Nov 2 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    YES! Like so much of life, you've just gotta do the important stuff first because you NEVER know... #langchat #eatdessert1st
    In reply to @LaTazaSpanish
  • SECottrell Nov 2 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Yes, and as long as we've done something with the language in them before. Some push them, but there's nothing new. #langchat
    In reply to @Edburns1984
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Oh man my assistant principal would have had a heart attack! #langchat
    In reply to @SraWienhold
  • madamednmichael Nov 2 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A2 I think some of that depends on your building & st population.We have tardy problem historically, taking attendance is a must #langchat
  • srschu Nov 2 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A1: For my AP/Upper Language I loved TABLETOPICS as a random topic to start convo/creativity in TL! #langchat https://t.co/wk4qk6ZuBj
  • MarshDuxfemina Nov 2 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    #langchat I pull up the twitter and have a daily digression ( late to the part ... suzie marsh Virginia) not every day but often
  • Coachbpal Nov 2 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    I've found that it also helps with behavior while building self-confidence. #langchat
    • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:18 PM EDT
      A2: Student jobs to create lighter lift for me, agency/ownership/buy-in for them and makes my chaotic mundo predictable for ss #langchat
  • magisterb480 Nov 2 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Chris, Latin 1-4, live in PA and teach in Buffalo, NY (Go Bills tonight!) #langchat - catching up, a little late!
  • PamKMarkell Nov 2 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A1 For a hook, I've used Wawawiwa comics such as this: https://t.co/QF9ZfdPdXV #langchat
  • SECottrell Nov 2 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A2 I don't ever hand back papers from previous class at beginning, not until about 2/3 of the way through. #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    I aspire to this level of planning/organization. #langchat
    In reply to @CoLeeSensei
  • magisterb480 Nov 2 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A1 Journal entries! Latin composition or SSR reading summaries. #langchat
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    If you have tech, I LOVE @Seesaw for journals! #langchat
    In reply to @magisterb480, @Seesaw
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    OT: If you're replying, super helpful to include the hashtag so everyone sees it. Thanks! #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    PSA: Disregard the old "Question 1" retweet from last week, please! We're still on Q2! #langchat
  • sr_connolly Nov 2 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Interesting. What’s your reasoning? #langchat
    In reply to @SECottrell
  • Oraib_Mango Nov 2 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    I usually wait until close to the end too #langchat
    In reply to @SECottrell
  • SECottrell Nov 2 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    NICE idea! #langchat
    In reply to @CoLeeSensei
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Not if you saw my overflowing baskets with cards for 3 levels! Lord help me if there's ever a fire in my room! #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Yes, the #langchat tag is necessary for others to see the comment! That way, no need to respond to someone directly!
    • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:25 PM EDT
      OT: If you're replying, super helpful to include the hashtag so everyone sees it. Thanks! #langchat
  • mmeaida Nov 2 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Seeing “at their tables” in #langchat tonight... do most Ts use grouping? Mine are easily grouped but in rows all facing center of room
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Since we're sorting of hedging toward the topic anyway, Q3 is coming up! #langchat
  • SraHoltFHS Nov 2 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    My students start their warm up and I usually accompany it with a meme or gif! We also have #miaucoles on wed q1 #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Your ticket into the chat is the #langchat hashtag - and if your tweets are private - you need to set to public so we see them!
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Been there. Worked w attendance clerk who had "email of shame" to whole staff calling ppl out for consecutive days of missed attdn #langchat
    In reply to @MadameHeadleyPH
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Q3 Q3 What are some of your *specific* go-to beginning of class activities? #langchat
  • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    I use table groups of 4 for most classes on most days. But I do get bored and I love to rearrange furniture. #langchat
    In reply to @mmeaida
  • SraHoltFHS Nov 2 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A2 I have two assistants each class. They do logistics , pass out, run errands. Relieves pressure so I can be a teacher! #langchat
  • SraWienhold Nov 2 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    My class is just semicircle of desks #deskless #langchat
    In reply to @mmeaida
  • sra_downey Nov 2 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A2- student jobs help tons and silent sustained reading time helps give me time to complete a few things. #LangChat #langchat
  • mmeshep Nov 2 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    It's tough because getting back papers derails the current learning. #langchat
    In reply to @SECottrell
  • ADiazMora Nov 2 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3- weekend talks on Monday and then depending on unit, maybe pictures to spark interest #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3 If energy in class is low, I start with a round of "jacques a dit" to get them up and moving (and provide input)! #langchat
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: Talking about music we will listen to, MovieTalk, FVR #langchat
  • ACWLteach Nov 2 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A2 I sometimes post a prompt for Ss to answer on Seesaw. They like seeing what others write, school likes that I take attendance #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    I have a 'senpai' (class tutor) who helps out - from the peer tutoring class (selected by me) helps as well! #langchat
    In reply to @SraHoltFHS
  • sra_downey Nov 2 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A2- Silent Sustained reading and untargeted CI via the invisibles and OWIs #LangChat #langchat
  • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3: I've said it twice and I'll say it again because I love it...Question of the Day using a recent target structure. #langchat
  • sr_connolly Nov 2 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    I use a Google Drive workflow. More frequent feedback and a greater sense of how kids plan, process. https://t.co/3g1Nn4sM4g #langchat
    In reply to @SECottrell
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    I had a mentor teacher when I first started who would take attendance for all classes at 7am...then go back and fix it at 330:) #langchat
  • madamednmichael Nov 2 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3 Google Classroom Question, Quizlet Live (or Learn), Kahoot, Quizizz #langchat
  • SenoraHamilton Nov 2 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3: Rotate to new partner, give him/her a compliment before we get going #langchat
  • SECottrell Nov 2 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3 a song, especially with #earlylang! Especially if they've come in from recess! #langchat
  • Coachbpal Nov 2 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3) Agenda-Outline. I have a lesson plan, but Ss choose where we start and how we can finish while abiding by the objective. #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3 Otherwise, MovieTalk is a great way to start class! Or a Dave Burgess "mystery hook" #langchat
  • MmeBlouwolff Nov 2 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3 Share an #authres (preferably video) and Ss complete some sort of processing guide. #langchat
  • MarshDuxfemina Nov 2 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    #langchat I have ongoing myth / history narratives to cover our culture
  • ACWLteach Nov 2 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    I return them 2-3 at a time while they're working on something else. :) #langchat
    In reply to @mmeshep, @SECottrell
  • senoraMThomas Nov 2 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    #langchat Hiiii! late but here! Melanie from Rochester NY
  • mmegalea Nov 2 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    #langchat Jumping in late. Sorry. Pauline Galea Core French 4-8 Ontario Can
  • SraWienhold Nov 2 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Q3: Monday start with weekend chat! https://t.co/XtQlrdnwSD #langchat
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3: Anuncios de la Semana is a winner https://t.co/YZPmXz7AnQ #langchat
  • magisterb480 Nov 2 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A2 Picture Talk w/ upper levels has been good for trying to get Latin conversation started. Also good for non-targeted input. #langchat
  • Meganclaire87 Nov 2 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    As I’m trying to move away from grammar focused lessons, I use the warm up as a little refresher of relevant unit structures #langchat
  • SECottrell Nov 2 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3 Similar - I need to recycle a specific structure tomorrow so I've made myself a note to do sentence starters w/it several times #langchat
    • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:29 PM EDT
      A3: I've said it twice and I'll say it again because I love it...Question of the Day using a recent target structure. #langchat
  • mmeshep Nov 2 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    #langchat A3 Some kind of input- talking about an infographic, watching/discussing a video, etc.
  • Coachbpal Nov 2 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    I have found student-driven operations work best. Everything is stilled covered and the students feel just as accomplished as me #langchat
  • mmeaida Nov 2 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3 After daily Q and A, I go over agenda, handle announcements, and review date/weather in Lvl1 for at least full semester #langchat
  • SraWilliams3 Nov 2 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3: reading, password (when I can get to it), vocab TPR #langchat
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Every time I see PictureTalk, I think I should do that more... and here we are again! #langchat
    In reply to @magisterb480
  • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3: I'll add that my ? of day is written on agenda with learning targets right there so it draws students' attention. #langchat
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3: Quick hitting culture memes goes over well https://t.co/kijlpeHDe4 #langchat
  • MadameVolz Nov 2 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Interaction w input: either/or ?s with choral or nonverbal hand signal responses. Ask a ? every 3 sentences to talk w/ not @ Ss #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3 Also don't mind starting w/ output if it's a review of previous day. #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3 - if I can't find an #authres on my topic in then ones I made myself for unit videos https://t.co/A55Hshcg7S #langchat
  • sr_connolly Nov 2 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3. Piensen palabras con... [sort by first letter, category, number of letters, etc.] Turn it into a competitive way to jump in. #langchat
  • srtabrandt96 Nov 2 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3 song, quizizz/kahoot, thinking of using el Twitter en el futuro 🤔🤔🐦 #langchat
  • senoraMThomas Nov 2 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3 Begin every class is opp for speaking points while Ss do warm-up. I know research says otherwise but I'd NEVER give up spkg pts #langchat
  • mmegalea Nov 2 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    #langchat A3 I begin with entry routine-a rap-choral speaking-saying learning goal and success criteria, or bell work-students conversing
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3: Obra de Arte de la Semana rocks...say 2 things in the TL about the work of art that will impress your date:) #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A rap! I love it! #langchat
    In reply to @mmegalea
  • SECottrell Nov 2 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Awesome. #avantgarde #langchat
    • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:29 PM EDT
      I had a mentor teacher when I first started who would take attendance for all classes at 7am...then go back and fix it at 330:) #langchat
  • kellycondon Nov 2 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A3: Tocatimbre! A quick 1-3 question activity to get their brains going in Spanish. Usually connects to learning from previous day #langchat
  • MarshDuxfemina Nov 2 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    #langchat a3 sometimes a pop song in the tl to figure out @RockingClassics inspires me
  • sra_downey Nov 2 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A3- musics miércoles, baile Viernes, ssr, town hall meeting before OWI #langchat #Langchat
  • SraHoltFHS Nov 2 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A2 I also have #classdojo up and my students click their avatar as they come in. They take their own attendance. #langchat
  • SrMedina_MVHS Nov 2 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A3: Headlines- Students interpersonally discuss headlines using rejoinders. Today’s was “Millennials are less social. “#langchat
  • als5nep Nov 2 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A3. Kids get design time with Legos or pattern blocks and Ss need to share their work in French #langchat
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    You wrote them? Or found them? I want to know more! #langchat
    In reply to @mmeshep, @FrauNewman17
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A3 Sometimes: Put up an image (but just a segment of an image). What are we going to talk about today? #langchat
  • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    LOL...but also uh-oh sounds like a lawsuit waiting to happen! #langchat #attendance #schoolsafety
    • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:29 PM EDT
      I had a mentor teacher when I first started who would take attendance for all classes at 7am...then go back and fix it at 330:) #langchat
  • ADiazMora Nov 2 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    me too! #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins, @mmeshep, @FrauNewman17
  • mmegalea Nov 2 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A3 I do attendance as well. all students help me with this! #langchat
  • MmeBlouwolff Nov 2 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    This usually takes 15-20 minutes; it's a BIG chunk of class. I don't collect. Ever. We'll check a few that pairs don't agree on. #langchat
    In reply to @kellycondon
  • SoyBolingual Nov 2 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    I like using the question to get to know them better. (Grammar in context) Ex: what cereal do you like most #langchat
    In reply to @MMuellerFrench
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Ooooh I like this idea as a review!! #langchat
    In reply to @MmeBlouwolff, @kellycondon
  • tmsaue1 Nov 2 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A3: beginning of the class is truly PRIMETIME for new learning. great time to focus on input activities. #langchat
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    One person's awesome avantgarde is an administrator's "unacceptable degeneracy"...mentor got caught after years and told to stop:( #langchat
    In reply to @SECottrell
  • senoraMThomas Nov 2 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A3 I have my Ss copy the learning target so they can self-evaluate end of class during that time also #langchat
    • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:31 PM EDT
      A3: I'll add that my ? of day is written on agenda with learning targets right there so it draws students' attention. #langchat
  • tmsaue1 Nov 2 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A3: beginning of class sets tone and purpose for the rest of the time. love creating experiences, surprises, sense-based learning #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Especially when you've learned to put the day's learning target on the board! Answers the 'what are we doing today Q too!" #langchat
    In reply to @tmsaue1
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Shall we transition into Q4? #hinthint #langchat
  • srschu Nov 2 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Haha!! I KNOW! It’s so cool! #langchat bringing us together! Are you still in Cali.?
    In reply to @Marishawkins
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    sense-based learning?? #tellmemore #langchat
    In reply to @tmsaue1
  • MMuellerFrench Nov 2 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Talking about news is great for upper levels, still trying to find out how to make it work at lower levels. #langchat #Teach2Teach
    In reply to @SrMedina_MVHS
  • magisterb480 Nov 2 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A3 Journals in Latin 2 and 4 (starting in 3 soon), QOD (culture question, mainly in English though), Picture Talk in 3 & 4 #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    Q4 Q4 How do you transition smoothly from opening activity, into middle and close? #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    Q4 asking you about transitions...#langchat
    • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:36 PM EDT
      Q4 Q4 How do you transition smoothly from opening activity, into middle and close? #langchat
  • juliecaldarone Nov 2 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    Fridays Ss would read short telenovela story I wrote filled with teenage drama. Each week continued story. #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins, @mmeshep, @FrauNewman17
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4: By posting my agenda, sts know what to expect so it makes transitioning smoother #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4 Recently I've tried to be more conscious of transitioning from input-processing-output. #langchat
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Paying close attention to Q4 answers (for a friend of course:) #langchat
  • MmeBlouwolff Nov 2 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    I really, really, REALLY do mean to do this... #langchat
    In reply to @senoraMThomas
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4 sometimes incredibly awkwardly......especially when I go rogue and ignore my plan! #langchat
  • MarshDuxfemina Nov 2 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4 #langchat "and now for something completely different"
  • senoraMThomas Nov 2 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Q4 it's a piece of work to get those smooth transitions! If pieces of lessons build upon each other, it's seamless! #langchat
  • ADiazMora Nov 2 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4 timers sometimes- put up on screen #langchat
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    SOUNDS AMAZING! Do you have any to share??? #langchat
    In reply to @juliecaldarone, @mmeshep, @FrauNewman17
  • mmegalea Nov 2 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4 I do the same routine everyday so kids know what to expect. #langchat
  • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4: The agenda up and referring to it with students makes for easy transitions because they know/are ready for what's coming next #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    I aspire to remember this! #langchat
    • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:37 PM EDT
      A4 Recently I've tried to be more conscious of transitioning from input-processing-output. #langchat
  • SECottrell Nov 2 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4 First segment's always input so we move from greetings/questions to read/listen/etc #langchat
  • ADiazMora Nov 2 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    yes please! #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins, @juliecaldarone, @mmeshep, @FrauNewman17
  • Coachbpal Nov 2 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4) Attention getting signals. I have a student say "Lean wit it" and the Ss say "rock wit it" and they give instructions. #langchat
  • MadameHeadleyPH Nov 2 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4 I am the WORST at this! It's more like, and here's the next activity #langchat #aidemoisvp
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    It's not the remembering that's the problem (usually)...it's the doing it well/deliberately!! @alenord is a master #langchat
    In reply to @CoLeeSensei, @alenord
  • madamednmichael Nov 2 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4 I try to facilitate w posted lessons on screen/Google Classroom. But if many sts have poor organization skills, this is TOUGH #langchat
  • mmegalea Nov 2 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4 Use a whiteboard and use points. I just stand by it after I have given an instruction. I don't even speak. I just write points #langchat
  • mmefmartinez Nov 2 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A3: games such as Simon dit, 1,2,3,4,5, 6,7 violette, violette, je vois avec mes petits yeux quelque chose qui est... +couleur #langchat
  • SenoraHamilton Nov 2 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    I love the timers! I just remembered to start using them again last week, helps keep me and the Ss on track! #langchat
    In reply to @ADiazMora
  • ACWLteach Nov 2 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4: Sometimes the best transition is abrupt, not smooth, to keep it fresh. #langchat
  • kclarkwny Nov 2 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4 Agenda on board helps but I'm always looking for better ideas! #langchat
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4: Whether they be classroom activities or real life moments, my transitions generally fall into the "no es suave" bucket #langchat
  • MadameVolz Nov 2 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4 1st input interaction. Then processing activity, turn & talk, no tech. THEN tech comes out & ✔️ for learning (Google form) #Langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • magisterb480 Nov 2 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    I use a lot of my own photos of landscapes, places, etc. I also use https://t.co/nTmC7SjmVE for quirky pics #langchat
    In reply to @mmeaida, @Marishawkins
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    I love my classes when 2/3 through I think..oops wasn't going to do it that way! But typically it is input to output! #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski, @alenord
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4 When activity allows, I provide a countdown; when I start counting backwards from ten, Ss know time to refocus attention #langchat
  • mmegalea Nov 2 @ 8:39 PM EDT
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    I like this! It sounds so calm. #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • Coachbpal Nov 2 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4) Music is another practice we have. "You have until the end of the song to finish _______ and await further instructions". #langchat
  • senoraMThomas Nov 2 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    learning targets and then reflection feedback for the lesson for me @kellycondon #langchat
  • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    I do this and it works well. Ss always say, "Yyyyyyyy....¡CERO!" with me at the end of countdown #langchat
    • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:38 PM EDT
      A4 When activity allows, I provide a countdown; when I start counting backwards from ten, Ss know time to refocus attention #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    It's ENORMOUSLY helpful for when they're up and moving around/engaging with each other. Countdown = back to seats #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Or in my case when the background music playing while you 'engage' is off then we are moving on! #langchat
    In reply to @Coachbpal
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Haha you mean instead of me repeating "sit down" in the TL multiple times?! ;) #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • SenoraHamilton Nov 2 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Amen. #langchat
    In reply to @SenorG
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    You mean better than my "everyone! everyone!" ...#dulynoted #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski, @Marishawkins
  • SraWilliams3 Nov 2 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A4: I just keep things moving along. In TL tell Ss to put away previous activity & move on with next piece. #langchat
  • AHSblaz Nov 2 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A3 research says always start w most important thing of day. 1st 10 min best learning opportunity! Go w new.#langchat
  • MMuellerFrench Nov 2 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A4: Giving a run-down of the daily schedule helps keep focus and lets students I know what to expect. #langchat #Teach2Teach
  • kellycondon Nov 2 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A4: I may use a brain break or movement activity to break up activities #langchat
  • srtabrandt96 Nov 2 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A4 not the best at transitions 😅😅 help me #langchat friends!! usually just change sections once we seem 'ready' #Teach2Teach
  • MadameVolz Nov 2 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Nice move! I don't do tons of output but it AWAYS flows better if input & processing precede it. #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • mmefmartinez Nov 2 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A4: point to daily calendar, j’arrête, je regarde, j’écoute. Count from 5-0. Have a competition le prof vs la classe. #langchat
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    I have done the same and I think it is important to get a "feel" for when a class is ready to move on #langchat
    In reply to @srtabrandt96
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    I also use my fingers above my head to countdown so I don't have to holler (though I CAN holler!) #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins, @CoLeeSensei
  • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    My Spanish 1s are all about transitioning with some rock, paper, scissors matemáticas style in Spanish! #langchat #brainbreak
    • kellycondon Nov 2 @ 8:41 PM EDT
      A4: I may use a brain break or movement activity to break up activities #langchat
  • SECottrell Nov 2 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A4 like countdown, but w/ #earlylang we sing "vengan amigos, vengan amigos vengan amigos, vengan" & they say "y ¡SIÉNTENSE!" #langchat
  • AHSblaz Nov 2 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    a3 must admit tho that a good hook is worth doing. Have the #teachlikeapirate list of hooks by my desk #langchat
  • srschu Nov 2 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A4 If they are producing in opening activity, create a Google Class ? or doc ? & Ss respond. ⬆️ comprehension➕⬇️ fear of failure! #langchat
  • mmefmartinez Nov 2 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A3: also have groups and stars. If students get to 5 stars, they get some kind of prize as a group. #langchat
  • mmeaida Nov 2 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A4 after a CHAMPS training I usually give a min warning and then countdown in TL, nothing special but effective #langchat
  • SraWienhold Nov 2 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A4: Today I used the choco-choco la-la te-te brain break to transition from movie talk to getting chromebooks #langchat
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    There is nothing better for your sometimes inept teaching soul than the warm hug of fellow teachers on #langchat!
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    The "chocolate" chant/song is the one thing I remember from elementary Spanish. #sigh #langchat
    In reply to @SraWienhold
  • MadameGreiner Nov 2 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    I usually have to stick in a "retournez à votre place" though last one to their seat is usually my next "volunteer" #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski, @Marishawkins
  • SrMedina_MVHS Nov 2 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A4: my goal is to do 2-3 days a week of “actividades redondas.” Essentially it is an IPA. This makes for great transitions #langchat
  • GMancuso13 Nov 2 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Q4: Agenda on board with learning targets gives Ss a preview of what we are doing; I try to check off as we move along. #langchat
  • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    My seniors love choco-choco la-la te-te! They say it reminds them of being little kids in a good way! #langchat
    In reply to @SraWienhold
  • GMancuso13 Nov 2 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    meant A4! #langchat
  • MadameVolz Nov 2 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A4 Yes! I've found input➡️processing➡️brain break➡️formative assessment/✔️ for understanding work best for my Ss #langchat
    In reply to @kellycondon
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Can't believe it's already time for Q5! Time flies when you're busy with #langchat
  • Coachbpal Nov 2 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    True! I would do that when I taught HS but with my MS Ss, I have to use that as an incentive at times so I keep that in my pocket #langchat😂
    In reply to @CoLeeSensei
  • CoLeeSensei - Moderator Nov 2 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Dinner time for me #langchat! Thanks for all the #langchat love & laughs! (And great ideas too!)
  • kellycondon Nov 2 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    I remember it too!! I taught it to a class last year and the classroom teacher asked if I had just made it up on the spot! 😂 #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski, @SraWienhold
  • als5nep Nov 2 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    A4. Use nonverbal signals to gauge where Ss are at. Sometimes ask 2-3 Ss share learning or 3-2-1 (3 positives, 2qs, 1 takeaway)#langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Q5 Q5 How do you end class and assess student learning, while building excitement for next time? #langchat
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    I JUST did this today and it was a big hit!! #langchat
    In reply to @LaTazaSpanish, @SraWienhold
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Thanks for riding copilot with me tonight! #langchat
    In reply to @CoLeeSensei
  • Oraib_Mango Nov 2 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    A4: at times transition w game or design activities directly related to each other and explain from start so transition is smooth #langchat
  • ADiazMora Nov 2 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    A5 Confession: I am horrible at this #langchat
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    @PamKMarkell What's nice is that you don't have to give ss my link...you can "reblog" the ones you want to take onto your own acct #langchat
  • juliecaldarone Nov 2 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Agree. I get best ideas from Teachets! #langchat
    In reply to @CoLeeSensei
  • SraWienhold Nov 2 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    It was my first time doing it today too! All levels loved it! #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins, @LaTazaSpanish
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    SAME. My end of class routine usually looks like this. "CRAP! Class is over! Okay have a good day bye!" #langchat
    In reply to @ADiazMora
  • ADiazMora Nov 2 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    same! PS: now I don't feel alone #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5 Ideally, my building principal would love us to end every class with a student summary of what they learned. #langchat
  • MmeBlouwolff Nov 2 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5 #langchat persists in asking me this question, and yet I have not improved... #someday #romewasn't...
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Ben Slavic taught me how to have ss write a "pop quiz" for the end of class (basically an exit ticket) /1 #langchat
  • mmegalea Nov 2 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    I assess during the entire period using observation, anecdotal notes, checklists, coupons for speaking French so not just at end #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Q5 is up now! #langchat
    • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:45 PM EDT
      Q5 Q5 How do you end class and assess student learning, while building excitement for next time? #langchat
  • juliecaldarone Nov 2 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    You are all amazing. So much fun #langchatting (new verb) with you! #langchat
    In reply to @CoLeeSensei
  • SrMedina_MVHS Nov 2 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5: Taking the pulse of the class with an exit slip or quick Google Form allows me to adjust future instruction. #langchat
  • mmeaida Nov 2 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Q5 Exit tickets are great, a fave is an oral ET where they must use a word or verb in sentence, even to practice pronunciation #langchat
  • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5: Glad I'm not the only one known for saying ¡QUE HORRIBLE! ES LA HORA? CÓMO ES POSIBLE ADIÓS BYE #langchat
  • kclarkwny Nov 2 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5 I'd love some good ideas - I've got nothin' interesting for this one other than exit tx or thumbs up/down! #langchat
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Cool trick is to have 3 different ss writing the quiz...so if you have to create the ?s, they just assume you used a peer's:) /2 #langchat
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5: I do try to review what we covered and talk about upcoming events- a little boring but I feel helps sts #langchat
  • sharon_grele Nov 2 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5 often I'm running out of time and just have to get them out the door #langchat #nosenseoftime
  • srtabrandt96 Nov 2 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5 exit ticketssss! or a quick wrap up game for something a little more fun #Teach2Teach #langchat
  • mmegalea Nov 2 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5 We do an exit routine, song, rap, choral speaking about what we learned, I thank them for a great lesson!#langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5 If I'm super on my game, I will ask for an exit ticket and then leave them hanging with "Just wait until TOMORROW'S lesson..." #langchat
  • SraWienhold Nov 2 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Me too! End of class is my weak point. It is either rushing to finish something or some awkward time filler #langchat
    In reply to @ADiazMora
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    What's nice about it is that the redundancies from the writers clues Ts in on what stuck /4 #langchat
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Quizlet Live is always quick and fun at the end of a lesson #langchat
    In reply to @srtabrandt96
  • MadameGreiner Nov 2 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Agreed!! #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski, @ADiazMora
  • senoraMThomas Nov 2 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5 I have a planned "evaluation" end of each class. Always different Sometimes they self-evaluate (M/C; T/F), sometimes I review. #langchat
  • kellycondon Nov 2 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5: If I’m being honest, the end of class is usually me realizing we’ve run out of time! Does that mean Ss and I achieved “flow”? #langchat
  • Meganclaire87 Nov 2 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Q5 In a 48 minute lesson solid closure is a struggle. students share their class work and we talk about what makes it successful. #langchat
  • mmegalea Nov 2 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5 Activity depends on grade level #langchat
  • Coachbpal Nov 2 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5) I end class with a student review. Ss in groups discuss their learning and express it in writing #langchat
  • Oraib_Mango Nov 2 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5: recap or student reflection and feedback and a glimpse of next class #langchat
  • MadameGreiner Nov 2 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    Are you doing the learning focused lesson plan? #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • SenorParodi Nov 2 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A1 I like to give them a little “Next time in Spanish class...” #langchat
  • MadameVolz Nov 2 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5 don't forget the brain burst @ end! Brain v receptive. We pack up then do picture talk or LOTS of input w ?s & choral responses #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • SraWilliams3 Nov 2 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5: I'm not good at ending class with a consistent activity. But I do so many comp checks during class i just teach till the end #langchat
  • mmefmartinez Nov 2 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5: Games and music. #langchat
  • mmegalea Nov 2 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5 I hand out coupons for speaking French or have the capitaines do it! We chant while this is happening! #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    I'm not totally sure what that is...maybe! #langchat
    In reply to @MadameGreiner
  • SraHoltFHS Nov 2 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A4 I have been struggling w this especially in my classes of 30+. #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    @mmefarab has some excellent exit tickets that I have used on occasion! Sometimes feels like one more paper to deal with though. #langchat
  • AHSblaz Nov 2 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A5 ticket out! last 5 min are 2nd-best learning time & Ss most highly motivated (to leave😉) so pick thing most wanted to reinforce #langchat
  • GMancuso13 Nov 2 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A5: This is easier in my small classes. But usually I'm rushing! Year 4 & still trying to find the right pace & # of activities. #langchat
  • senoraMThomas Nov 2 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A5 today was flipgrid...pose 2 questions. next class "warm-up" will be two answer 2 Qs from a student in a diff class! #langchat
  • srschu Nov 2 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    I’m a HUGE fan of Quizlet in general! Do you have them not move to teams for end of class? #langchat
    In reply to @Marishawkins, @srtabrandt96
  • mmegalea Nov 2 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A5 Dismissal is with coloured popsicle sticks. I pick and the last colour wins lots of group points on the whiteboard! #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A5 If I notice they're getting squirrely at the end/packing up early, I'll whisper something important so they pay attention, ha! #langchat
  • magisterb480 Nov 2 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A5 Reflections in journals (L1) - how well do they understand, what do they need help with, what do they want to learn more about #langchat
  • mmefmartinez Nov 2 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Muchísimas gracias a todos. Merci beaucoup tout le monde. Thanks everyone. ¡Hasta la próxima vez! ¡Buenas noches! #langchat
  • Coachbpal Nov 2 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A5) I also ask for the weaknesses and strengths of the day to which they share. This tells me how much I need to alter my LP #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    And if we've played a game during the class period, the winners get to leave first as we applaud! Very fun. #langchat
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Some choose to and others just talk across the class haha #langchat
    In reply to @srschu, @srtabrandt96
  • MadameVolz Nov 2 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A5 Pre brain burst I do Google form on questionnaire mode for instant feedback. 8 questions max #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • SECottrell Nov 2 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    I'm with you there. And I've always planned 170% of what was needed so I seem to end evaluating how to adjust for next time! #langchat
    In reply to @SraWilliams3
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    I dig this inter-class "hot potato" style use of @flipgrid #langchat
    • senoraMThomas Nov 2 @ 8:50 PM EDT
      A5 today was flipgrid...pose 2 questions. next class "warm-up" will be two answer 2 Qs from a student in a diff class! #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Maybe we should start Overplanners Anonymous...#langchat
    In reply to @SECottrell, @SraWilliams3
  • Oraib_Mango Nov 2 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Love Flipgrid #langchat
    In reply to @senoraMThomas
  • MadameGreiner Nov 2 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Love this idea!! #langchat They are always so eager to pack up early.
    In reply to @MadameVolz, @MlleSulewski
  • SraWilliams3 Nov 2 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    This is exactly me! I'm a terrible over planner! #langchat
    In reply to @SECottrell
  • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    I also like to play music as students leave the room, and remind them that they are amazing people ready to take on the world! #langchat
  • mmegalea Nov 2 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    My super élève usually dismisses the class!#langchat
  • magisterb480 Nov 2 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A5 - still trying to figure out timed writes. Some kids write a sentence while others write novellas. Lang acquisition is crazy! #langchat
  • srschu Nov 2 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A5 my students have Chromebooks so ideally they do a Google Class Exit Card, but not all have charged CB. I have extras on paper. #langchat
  • SECottrell Nov 2 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Seriously. Last week I got through 1/3 of my lesson plan and we're now 3 chapters "behind." #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski, @SraWilliams3
  • AHSblaz Nov 2 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A5 exit humor! Weirdest relative, ask next S a riddle (written earlier) or give a compliment to next S in line #langchat
  • mmeaida Nov 2 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A5 I’ve heard of picking S to come to front and answer class Qs in TL as “trop d’anglais” punishment. Intrigued but never used it #langchat
  • Coachbpal Nov 2 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A5) There are times we play "Why". This where you ask a question and to every answer, you ask why. It drives Ss to deep deeper! #langchat
  • mmegalea Nov 2 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A5 We do reflections and metacognition during the class so not left for end. #langchat
  • SenoraHamilton Nov 2 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A5: If a couple minutes left, pack up to avoid the rush at bell, then sing/dance/play for 2 mins, everyone leaves happy #langchat
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    OT: Amigos coming to #ACTFL17, check out this Hot For (World Languages) Teacher show on Saturday nite! https://t.co/MsdRlK8P5s #langchat
  • MadameVolz Nov 2 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    I got it from a prof at grad school who also taught middle school & knew about brain based learning. I say pack up in TL #langchat
    In reply to @MadameGreiner, @MlleSulewski
  • SraWilliams3 Nov 2 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    I'm not good at estimating how long things will take. Or, maybe I'm getting better at going with the flow & it doesn't matter? #langchat
    In reply to @SECottrell, @MlleSulewski
  • MadameGreiner Nov 2 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    We did prof dev't with it recently & it recommended having frequent opportunities for sts to write summaries of what they leaned. #langchat
    In reply to @MlleSulewski
  • SECottrell Nov 2 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    My middle grades kids do @lamaestraloca's self-assessment at end. Love it. https://t.co/KjhepRCP8D #langchat
  • als5nep Nov 2 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    A5 I realize that there’s always tomorrow and yet. I don’t think about assessing, more if there were authentic moments #langchat
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Hot potato as in: catch the ? and then toss it to the next person (like a hot potato) #langchat
    In reply to @senoraMThomas
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    TA: What are your takeaways from tonight’s chat? Turn in your exit tickets here! #langchat
  • senoraMThomas Nov 2 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A5 Ss complete "participation" at end everyclass. self reflect on learning target, engagement in class, self-goals, like/dislike #langchat
  • Marishawkins Nov 2 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    My fave TA is that I found my @UVaCurry friend (@srschu) on #langchat tonight!!!
  • kclarkwny Nov 2 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    TA Learned some great wrap-up ideas, Want to try "chocolate" & others! #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    TA: Get their attention at the beginning and use that time to give new info! #langchat
  • MadameHeadleyPH Nov 2 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    TA I want to do more to maximize the end of the class to help make sure that Ss have an opp "seal in" their learning. #langchat
  • MadameGreiner Nov 2 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Good idea! #langchat
    In reply to @srschu
  • mmeaida Nov 2 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    TAs: SO MANY. I was RTing and Fav-ing. Literally going to take notes once I’m done. #langchat
  • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    TA: Perhaps I should set a timer to warn me when we have 5 minutes left so I can make wrapping up class more meaningful. #langchat
  • magisterb480 Nov 2 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Takeaway: still need to use brain breaks more during transitions and need good Latin ideas for that. #langchat
  • sharon_grele Nov 2 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    TA- I'm not the only overplanner who cannot finish a lesson! #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    That's a great idea! #langchat
    In reply to @LaTazaSpanish
  • srschu Nov 2 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    THANK YOU #langchat & @MlleSulewski 4 a SURPRISE connection w/ fmr colleague @mmeaida in FL & fmr classmate @Marishawkins in MD! #oldfriends
  • mmegalea Nov 2 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    TA I learned many transition activities. So many great suggestions! Merci! #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    And as a #langchat business note...
  • SenoraHamilton Nov 2 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    TA: Try harder to make some kind of fun exit ticket - shoot for once a week:) #langchat #babysteps
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    #langchat is looking for community help! If you want to help organize an “off” week chat, grab a friend & sign up! https://t.co/iuDDlQ2aff
  • GMancuso13 Nov 2 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    TA: Want to try a password as way to start class. #langchat
  • SraWilliams3 Nov 2 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Ta: bell to bell instruction is hard! 🤣 #langchat
  • SECottrell Nov 2 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    TA tomorrow I'm going to outline my lesson plan on the board! #langchat
  • mmegalea Nov 2 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Thank you everyone. It was fun and informative! #langchat
  • MMuellerFrench Nov 2 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    TA: Good ideas for ending class, and infographics to talk about the news. #langchat #Teach2Teach
  • srtabrandt96 Nov 2 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    TA well now I have some actual ideas of how to transition...I like the countdowns, seem fun and yay number practice! #langchat #Teach2Teach
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Thank you everyone for joining in tonight's #langchat! The hour always goes so quickly!
  • LaTazaSpanish Nov 2 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Thank you all for the excellent #langchat tonight. Always leave feeling energized! This is how I want Ss to feel when they leave my class!
  • SECottrell Nov 2 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Do it! #langchat #ittakesaPLN
  • kellycondon Nov 2 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    TA: There were some great resources share tonight that I can’t wait to review tomorrow. Happy I stopped in (even if I was late)! #langchat
  • MlleSulewski Nov 2 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    And as always...check the Wiki if you want more #langchat
  • SenorG Nov 2 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Thanks for a great chat! Loved it! Such a treat to sneak this in on a Thursday night!!!! #langchat
  • GMancuso13 Nov 2 @ 8:59 PM EDT
  • mmegalea Nov 2 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    #langchat what is an off week chat?
    In reply to @SECottrell