#sunchat Archive

A weekly chat for educators from all around the world.

Sunday February 10, 2019
9:00 AM EST

  • TheKevinMCline Feb 10 @ 9:00 AM EST
    Hey everybody! Kevin, high school Social Studies, coming to you from “You know what...it’s really not all that bad right now” Indiana. Welcome to #sunchat!
  • 3_DLeadership Feb 10 @ 9:01 AM EST
    tyler here. A little under the weather this morning, but doing my best. #sunchat
    In reply to @tiffanytruitt
  • phillbmartin00 Feb 10 @ 9:01 AM EST
    Good morning! I'm a social studies teacher and aspiring educational leader from Roanoke, Va #sunchat
  • kruevans Feb 10 @ 9:01 AM EST
    George dropping in on a late sunday night here in Japan. I teach secondary English! #sunchat.
  • CoachKCullen Feb 10 @ 9:01 AM EST
    Good Morning #sunchat, Kevin, 7th Grade History Teacher from NW NJ
  • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:01 AM EST
    Sorry to hear you aren't feeling well, but thanks for joining #sunchat!
    In reply to @3_DLeadership
  • EmilyCo90280951 Feb 10 @ 9:01 AM EST
    Good morning! I'm Emily, I'm a sophomore at Elon University majoring in Elementary Education with a Pre-K add-on and a Spanish minor #sunchat
  • susankotch Feb 10 @ 9:02 AM EST
    Susan from the Jersey Shore - on coffee #2, ready to have a great chat! #sunchat
  • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:02 AM EST
    Thanks for joining us George! #sunchat
    In reply to @kruevans
  • thnorfar Feb 10 @ 9:02 AM EST
    Morning everyone!! I’m Ta-lane-na. A math T in Oklahoma City l. So happy to join this morning. #sunchat
  • Ms_A_Yeh Feb 10 @ 9:02 AM EST
    That's no fun, I'm sorry! Hope you can rest and recover today! #sunchat
    In reply to @3_DLeadership, @tiffanytruitt
  • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:02 AM EST
    Always nice to see another VA educator join us here at #sunchat
    In reply to @phillbmartin00
  • thnorfar Feb 10 @ 9:03 AM EST
    Sorry you are feeling bad. Praying for a speedy recovery #sunchat
    In reply to @3_DLeadership, @tiffanytruitt
  • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:03 AM EST
    Tiffany, Instructional Coach and doctoral student from VA #sunchat
  • MissWinegar Feb 10 @ 9:03 AM EST
    Kasey from icy Kansas here! We had the last three days off of school due to nasty weather, so I’m looking forward to work tomorrow!! #sunchat
  • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:03 AM EST
    Always good to have you with us! #sunchat
    In reply to @thnorfar
  • thnorfar Feb 10 @ 9:04 AM EST
    How long have you taught there? Do you like it better than teaching in the US? #sunchat
    In reply to @kruevans
  • TheKevinMCline Feb 10 @ 9:04 AM EST
    Today’s discussion may be a “formative” challenge! Can’t wait to hear your thoughts! 😉 #sunchat
  • kruevans Feb 10 @ 9:04 AM EST
    I'm from VA! Went to CNU for my undergrad. Small world! #sunchat
    In reply to @tiffanytruitt
  • Shantee_H Feb 10 @ 9:04 AM EST
    Good morning! I am Shantee' checking in from Virginia! Excited about joining the conversation this morning!#sunchat
  • YS_Bentz Feb 10 @ 9:04 AM EST
    Hello! This is Julia, HS Spanish teacher from York PA. #sunchat
    In reply to @tiffanytruitt
  • thnorfar Feb 10 @ 9:04 AM EST
    You are probably having a lot of discussion in your classes right now #sunchat
    In reply to @phillbmartin00
  • susankotch Feb 10 @ 9:04 AM EST
    Wow, had you known sooner, you could have gone to the islands on a vacation or something! :) #sunchat
    In reply to @MissWinegar
  • Scollier034 Feb 10 @ 9:04 AM EST
    Sharde’ from Ohio joining in. Good morning! #sunchat
  • kruevans Feb 10 @ 9:05 AM EST
    About 7 months. Before that it was Korea, and before that Thailand. Love international teaching. Will do it forever! #sunchat.
    In reply to @thnorfar
  • TheKevinMCline Feb 10 @ 9:05 AM EST
    Love seeing all my history peeps! #sunchat
  • ElYaafouriELD Feb 10 @ 9:05 AM EST
    Louise El Yaafouri, Refugee/Immigrant and Cultural Competency consultant + author. Denver based but joining from Saida, Lebanon. Glad to be here! #sunchat
  • Ms_A_Yeh Feb 10 @ 9:05 AM EST
    Good morning #sunchat! Aubrey, district admin in CO where it's snowy and beautiful outside. Feeling extra tired this morning, but looking forward to the chat!
  • MrU_ishere Feb 10 @ 9:05 AM EST
    Hey, there! Hi, there! Good morning, #sunchat! 6 hours of Little League umpire training ahead of me today. For the moment, y'all have my undivided attention. Even the kids are already fed! Karl, 3rd-6th gr basic skills ELA teacher checking in from the Jersey shore. How ya doin'?
  • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:05 AM EST
    Today's #sunchat topic:
  • susankotch Feb 10 @ 9:06 AM EST
  • brucejapsen Feb 10 @ 9:06 AM EST
    In Medicare For All Battle, Insurers Tout Democratic Allies via @forbes https://t.co/h5xrjTBkYS #sunchat #M4A #CNNSOTU #Medicare4All
  • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:06 AM EST
  • CarrieAnnTripp Feb 10 @ 9:06 AM EST
    Carrie slipping in from ice-glazed southeast Missouri. Still wishing it was donut 🍩 glazed instead. #sunchat
  • Ms_A_Yeh Feb 10 @ 9:06 AM EST
    Denver based? I'm just up the road in the Boulder area...and super interested in supporting refugee students. We actually have a new-to-the-area family that I'm excited to meet for the first time today! #sunchat
    In reply to @ElYaafouriELD
  • msoskil Feb 10 @ 9:06 AM EST
    Fantastic blog post by @PTACVoice member @LSoskil on the Unintended Consequences of Grades: https://t.co/g7eX6OnXfI #edchat #grades #sunchat #teachersleading
  • Dr_LMR Feb 10 @ 9:07 AM EST
    Good morning #sunchat - Lena Marie, HS AP from MA jumping in.
  • phillbmartin00 Feb 10 @ 9:07 AM EST
    That's certainly one way to put it. We're having some important conversations and learning opportunities during these disappointing and shameful times in the state. #sunchat
    In reply to @thnorfar
  • writenoelle Feb 10 @ 9:07 AM EST
    Noelle , AP of Humanities in the mountains of eastern Tennessee. Happy to be here. #sunchat
  • susankotch Feb 10 @ 9:08 AM EST
    Maybe a little snow coming your way over the next couple of days, Karl! #sunchat
    In reply to @MrU_ishere
  • amynicolebettis Feb 10 @ 9:08 AM EST
    Amy from North Texas - cold and wet here, but no snow. Excited for this #sunchat on formative assessments!
  • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:08 AM EST
    I just attended a session on formative assessment with @wmSURN, and one of the strongest parts of the PD was - WHAT TO DO AFTER THE FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT - how do you use the data? Provide feedback? #sunchat
  • TheKevinMCline Feb 10 @ 9:08 AM EST
    Formative = throughout the learning process. What are your fave methods? #sunchat
  • pattersonaubrey Feb 10 @ 9:09 AM EST
    Good morning! Aubrey from Alberta 🇨🇦❄️ Past lots of edu-roles, most recently supe. Currently consulting and building leadership programs in schools and univ. #sunchat
  • susankotch Feb 10 @ 9:09 AM EST
    Hey Lena! How are you? #sunchat
    In reply to @Dr_LMR
  • brianrozinsky Feb 10 @ 9:09 AM EST
    Morning, #sunchat. I'm Brian. I teach middle-school students English in Colorado. After ~2 decades in this work, I've come around to stance that all assessment can be formative if we let it 🤔
  • JenaiaMorane Feb 10 @ 9:10 AM EST
    #sunchat Hi Jena Ball, creator of @CritterKin a children’s media property devoted to teaching SEL. Great to be here.
  • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:10 AM EST
    I think it depends on the information you are trying to gather - cognitive, affectation... #sunchat
  • dmvelliaris Feb 10 @ 9:10 AM EST
    A1. Collaborative Activities - Students have the opportunity to move and/or communicate with others as they develop and demonstrate their understanding of concepts. #sunchat
  • effortfuleduktr Feb 10 @ 9:10 AM EST
    Some formative assessments I use in my classroom: https://t.co/rZeOt1cTTT #sunchat
  • Ms_A_Yeh Feb 10 @ 9:10 AM EST
    Welcome to #sunchat! And, PS, you have the best name ;-).
    In reply to @pattersonaubrey
  • alextvalencic Feb 10 @ 9:10 AM EST
    Good morning, friends, and sorry I'm late! Alex, 21st Century Teaching and Learning Coordinator in Freeport, IL. Anyone else going to the Illinois ESSA conference this week? #sunchat
  • Ryan7Read Feb 10 @ 9:10 AM EST
    Only 3 weeks to try and get our Mac Air for #podcasts and movie making on @DonorsChoose! Please share: https://t.co/TMPpOQFJQP #sunchat
  • Dr_LMR Feb 10 @ 9:11 AM EST
    Hanging in there! How are you? #sunchat
    In reply to @susankotch
  • MissWinegar Feb 10 @ 9:11 AM EST
    I really like the idea of exit tickets, but don’t use them very often. That could be a goal of mine for 4th quarter #sunchat
  • thnorfar Feb 10 @ 9:11 AM EST
    Wow. 6 hours. That is a lot of training on umpiring. #sunchat
    In reply to @MrU_ishere
  • TheKevinMCline Feb 10 @ 9:11 AM EST
    If anyone uses Google Forms for quick assessments/exit slips, they are rolling out locked quizzes! Yay! #sunchat
  • YS_Bentz Feb 10 @ 9:12 AM EST
    Wow, this is great. Thanks for sharing! #sunchat
    In reply to @effortfuleduktr
  • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:12 AM EST
    Why formative assessments matter .... #sunchat https://t.co/SLjbOaDMcN
  • kruevans Feb 10 @ 9:12 AM EST
    Simply walking around and listening and observing (I do take notes!). Do they "get it?" If not, might need to reteach! #sunchat
    In reply to @TheKevinMCline
  • thnorfar Feb 10 @ 9:12 AM EST
    Me too! Went bowling last night and a few activities during the day. So want to get under my bed. #sunchat
    In reply to @Ms_A_Yeh
  • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:12 AM EST
    Oh, happy day! #sunchat
    • TheKevinMCline Feb 10 @ 9:11 AM EST
      If anyone uses Google Forms for quick assessments/exit slips, they are rolling out locked quizzes! Yay! #sunchat
  • phillbmartin00 Feb 10 @ 9:12 AM EST
    There are many great ed. tech tools for formative assessments (i.e. questions embedded in Pear Deck, Mentimeter, Kahoot, Gimkit, Quizizz, etc.) but there's also nothing wrong with good old-fashioned exit slips and whiteboard response questions #sunchat
  • TheKevinMCline Feb 10 @ 9:12 AM EST
    I have come to prefer the exit slips over the “big test”; and I often let the kids use something that they have prepared based off our work in class #sunchat
    In reply to @MissWinegar
  • MissWinegar Feb 10 @ 9:13 AM EST
    I do love a Google form.... #sunchat
    In reply to @TheKevinMCline
  • dmvelliaris Feb 10 @ 9:13 AM EST
    A1. Both self- and peer-assessment are necessary for providing students with the opportunity to think metacognitively about their learning. #sunchat
  • ElYaafouriELD Feb 10 @ 9:13 AM EST
    Most of my work is with #ELLs. For this population, I find home-to-school journals especially useful as one means of formative assessment. They provide the added value of parent #feedback and insight (parent feedback in any language of choice is encouraged). #sunchat #assessment
  • KeishaMcHargue Feb 10 @ 9:13 AM EST
    Good morning #sunchat! Keisha, Instructional Coach and doctoral candidate from Iowa. I hope everyone is having a warm Sunday morning. It is snowing here...again.
  • susankotch Feb 10 @ 9:13 AM EST
    Been doing a lot of reflective assessment where students use a rubric to show ME elements of their writing. That way THEY identify areas of "challenge" (I don't like to say "weakness") and can re-work those areas. My rubrics have the kids annotating all over their work. #sunchat
  • TheKevinMCline Feb 10 @ 9:13 AM EST
    Absolutely! It doesn’t give you hard data, but we can learn a lot by if the Ss can pass the “ear test”! #sunchat
    In reply to @kruevans
  • YS_Bentz Feb 10 @ 9:13 AM EST
    I do love Peardeck - shows me right away if my students are following along or not. #sunchat
    In reply to @phillbmartin00
  • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:14 AM EST
    This is a GREAT formative assessment. Formative assessments don't have to be a major performance by the teacher or the student. It's gathering information to drive instruction. #sunchat
    • kruevans Feb 10 @ 9:12 AM EST
      Simply walking around and listening and observing (I do take notes!). Do they "get it?" If not, might need to reteach! #sunchat
      In reply to @TheKevinMCline
  • MissWinegar Feb 10 @ 9:14 AM EST
    I’m also a big Kahoot fan! I told my students the other day I was going to play the Kahoot music at my wedding #sunchat
  • ElYaafouriELD Feb 10 @ 9:14 AM EST
    Most of my work is with #ELLs. For this population, I find home-to-school journals especially useful as one means of formative assessment. They provide the added value of parent #feedback and insight (parent feedback in any language of choice is encouraged). #sunchat #assessment
  • susankotch Feb 10 @ 9:14 AM EST
    ...and I have to say, for 6th graders, they are doing a pretty good job finding areas they need to continue working on. #sunchat
  • Scollier034 Feb 10 @ 9:14 AM EST
    There are many different tools for formative assessment. I found edulastic to be a quick simple way, google forms, google classroom posts on our class discussion board. Flip grid has been a new tool I am trying as well #sunchat
  • Ms_A_Yeh Feb 10 @ 9:14 AM EST
    Do you have recommendations for this if parents are not literate (in their home language)? How can we encourage/establish that home/school connection? #sunchat
    In reply to @ElYaafouriELD
  • carlameyrink Feb 10 @ 9:14 AM EST
    Good morning #sunchat Hope you're all staying warm! #sunchat
  • brandeeg123 Feb 10 @ 9:14 AM EST
    Good morning! A1: #sunchat I agree @tiffanytruitt There are lots of options for formative assessments and they need to match what we are looking for. Often we look for the easiest tool and miss getting the data we actually need from the assessment.
    • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:10 AM EST
      I think it depends on the information you are trying to gather - cognitive, affectation... #sunchat
  • EmilyCo90280951 Feb 10 @ 9:14 AM EST
    A1: working with children in early childhood, documentation has become my best friend. The more you look at the little details and keep in mind the developmental stages of learning to read, write, and do math, the more amazing growth you see and can document #sunchat
  • kruevans Feb 10 @ 9:15 AM EST
    That's the good stuff! #sunchat
    In reply to @susankotch
  • susankotch Feb 10 @ 9:15 AM EST
    ...and they do a good job showing me the areas that they are proud of. A great balance, since we like to celebrate all success no matter the magnitude. It's all good, right? :) Even identifying the challenge areas is a great success! #sunchat
  • MrU_ishere Feb 10 @ 9:15 AM EST
    Question: how do you organize your notes? Do you add them into Ss' projects via OneNote or a Google comment? Do you share them with Ss during conferences? Do you add them into a portfolio file? I've done the notes thing and lose it on the post-note-organization. #sunchat
    In reply to @kruevans, @TheKevinMCline
  • thnorfar Feb 10 @ 9:16 AM EST
    Depending on when it happens in instruction, I adjust the mini-lesson or I regroup the students by results. What you do with it is why it is called formative. If nothing is done, that’s summarize #sunchat
    In reply to @tiffanytruitt, @wmSURN
  • dmvelliaris Feb 10 @ 9:16 AM EST
    Questioning strategies may be used with individuals, small groups, or the entire class; well-thought-out, higher-order questions such as why & how. Higher-order questions require in-depth thinking from Ss & help the T discern the level & extent of Ss’ understanding. #sunchat
  • TheKevinMCline Feb 10 @ 9:16 AM EST
    And if you use Google Forms don’t forget the glory of Flubaroo! #sunchat
  • brandeeg123 Feb 10 @ 9:16 AM EST
    #sunchat I also love @nearpod. It's my new favorite but I love trying out new methods. It keeps my students (and me) on our toes.
    • TheKevinMCline Feb 10 @ 9:11 AM EST
      If anyone uses Google Forms for quick assessments/exit slips, they are rolling out locked quizzes! Yay! #sunchat
  • phillbmartin00 Feb 10 @ 9:16 AM EST
    I agree! But here is where the issue of classroom sizes and student enrollment become imperative. This style of assessment becomes less effective with large class sizes #sunchat
    In reply to @tiffanytruitt
  • carlameyrink Feb 10 @ 9:16 AM EST
    Yes, it's also amazing to look back at the notes from a few months ago and see how far they've come. #sunchat
    In reply to @EmilyCo90280951
  • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:16 AM EST
    There does need to be a great deal of consideration about how we match the formative assessment tool with the learning intention. That being said, sometimes the easiest tool IS the best one. #sunchat
    • brandeeg123 Feb 10 @ 9:14 AM EST
      Good morning! A1: #sunchat I agree @tiffanytruitt There are lots of options for formative assessments and they need to match what we are looking for. Often we look for the easiest tool and miss getting the data we actually need from the assessment.
      • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:10 AM EST
        I think it depends on the information you are trying to gather - cognitive, affectation... #sunchat
  • MrAustinA2 Feb 10 @ 9:16 AM EST
    When I work with preservice teachers, they often want to create these elaborate systems for quick formative assessment, but sometimes our best tool is simply listening. If they're talking in small groups, you can even do some on-the-spot, immediate reteaching. #SunChat
    In reply to @kruevans, @TheKevinMCline
  • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:17 AM EST
    This week's LOUDER FOR THE PEOPLE IN THE BACK tweet award goes to... #sunchat
    • thnorfar Feb 10 @ 9:16 AM EST
      Depending on when it happens in instruction, I adjust the mini-lesson or I regroup the students by results. What you do with it is why it is called formative. If nothing is done, that’s summarize #sunchat
      In reply to @tiffanytruitt, @wmSURN
  • TheKevinMCline Feb 10 @ 9:17 AM EST
    Having written notes on each student is something I need to work on. I rely on my mind too much...and I’m not getting younger 😂 #sunchat
    In reply to @MrU_ishere, @kruevans
  • susankotch Feb 10 @ 9:17 AM EST
    Google classroom questions are also great. A quick question to the kiddos to ask them how they are doing, or how they feel about something we've covered is a great way to get them thinking about their learning - and owning it - as well. #sunchat
  • ElYaafouriELD Feb 10 @ 9:17 AM EST
    Also, group Frayer charts are a fantastic formative assessment tool. They work well across all grade/content levels and engage multiple levels of learners in one group. When charts are also presented orally, all four language domains are exercised. #sunchat #ELL #assessment
  • clairecummings Feb 10 @ 9:17 AM EST
    Hi all! Claire from Vegas. Third grade ELA learning facilitator (aka teacher) #sunchat
  • carlameyrink Feb 10 @ 9:17 AM EST
    Definitely. I'm always surprised to hear educators say that class size doesn't matter. Conferencing with 20 Ss is hard enough, I can't imagine having 35. #sunchat
    In reply to @phillbmartin00, @tiffanytruitt
  • writenoelle Feb 10 @ 9:18 AM EST
    Super cool tool from @cultofpedagogy are Equity Maps when assessing Socratic Seminars or group discussion. Who talked and for how long? Who might need more support to talk? Could also be used on self - who talked more in class the kids or T? https://t.co/ET4bbafwit #sunchat
  • kruevans Feb 10 @ 9:18 AM EST
    I use a spiral notebook. Every thing I write down they can see! Great way to start a conference for sure. I like the notebook because of the speed. #sunchat
    In reply to @MrU_ishere, @TheKevinMCline
  • MrU_ishere Feb 10 @ 9:18 AM EST
    We were just working in stations in ELA in 5th gr where students had to highlight in certain colors certain pieces of their work. Topic sentence, reason, details, etc. Enlightening, and simple. Esp via GoogleDocs where we can see their thinking immediately. #sunchat
    In reply to @susankotch
  • MissWinegar Feb 10 @ 9:18 AM EST
    Talking about current events in class and relating those to topics we have covered formally in class helps to see if those connections are made. If not, time to reteach #sunchat
  • groverwelch Feb 10 @ 9:18 AM EST
    Grover Welch from Newport, Arkansas #sunchat
  • Ms_A_Yeh Feb 10 @ 9:18 AM EST
    I'm a fan of simple. If we want formative assessments to be frequent and regular, spending too much time creating them takes away from other important areas of lesson design! #sunchat
  • thnorfar Feb 10 @ 9:18 AM EST
    There are sooo many great methods. Some oldies are entrance/exit tickets. Some new ones are lagoon/quizziz or plickers #sunchat
    In reply to @TheKevinMCline
  • dmvelliaris Feb 10 @ 9:18 AM EST
    Think-Pair-Share. One of many formative assessment strategies that is simple for Ts i.e., able to move around the classroom & listen to discussions, gaining insight into an individual’s levels of understanding. After time, Ss discuss their responses with the whole class. #sunchat
  • carlameyrink Feb 10 @ 9:18 AM EST
    This is powerful. #sunchat #teachingexperiment
    • MrU_ishere Feb 10 @ 9:18 AM EST
      We were just working in stations in ELA in 5th gr where students had to highlight in certain colors certain pieces of their work. Topic sentence, reason, details, etc. Enlightening, and simple. Esp via GoogleDocs where we can see their thinking immediately. #sunchat
      In reply to @susankotch
  • TheKevinMCline Feb 10 @ 9:18 AM EST
    Transparency! A huge relationship builder! #sunchat
    In reply to @kruevans, @MrU_ishere
  • mrskmallory Feb 10 @ 9:19 AM EST
    I love using mentimeter! I have not used it much this year, thanks for the reminder! Great data and great way to break down what a “good” reply should look like! #sunchat
    In reply to @phillbmartin00, @tiffanytruitt
  • Scollier034 Feb 10 @ 9:19 AM EST
    I agree, I also receive feedback from the Ss that don’t always raise their hands in class as well. Others are able to see their peers thoughts. #sunchat
    In reply to @susankotch
  • brandeeg123 Feb 10 @ 9:19 AM EST
    #sunchat YES! If teachers aren't using the data, it's not formative. 😢 @tiffanytruitt
    • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:17 AM EST
      This week's LOUDER FOR THE PEOPLE IN THE BACK tweet award goes to... #sunchat
      • thnorfar Feb 10 @ 9:16 AM EST
        Depending on when it happens in instruction, I adjust the mini-lesson or I regroup the students by results. What you do with it is why it is called formative. If nothing is done, that’s summarize #sunchat
        In reply to @tiffanytruitt, @wmSURN
  • carlameyrink Feb 10 @ 9:19 AM EST
    Yes, such a simple but effective strategy. #sunchat
    In reply to @dmvelliaris
  • Ms_A_Yeh Feb 10 @ 9:19 AM EST
    The other thing I always had to remind myself about assessments is that assessment is NOT limited to you (the teacher) assessing students. They can self-assess, work in partners/groups, and you can monitor the room to get a pretty good idea of where things are at. #sunchat
  • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:19 AM EST
    Might it be helpful to use formative assessment in a small group during small group rotations / sessions in this scenario? Conferencing is such a powerful formative assessment. #sunchat
    • carlameyrink Feb 10 @ 9:17 AM EST
      Definitely. I'm always surprised to hear educators say that class size doesn't matter. Conferencing with 20 Ss is hard enough, I can't imagine having 35. #sunchat
      In reply to @phillbmartin00, @tiffanytruitt
  • cybraryman1 Feb 10 @ 9:20 AM EST
    Our Assessments page https://t.co/OEDdXHRS1Z with Formative Assessment links from these outstanding educators @web20classroom @tonyvincent @ClassTechTips @coolcatteacher @techedvocate #sunchat
  • kruevans Feb 10 @ 9:20 AM EST
    It's gotta be "cheap," otherwise we will not follow through with it day after day, week after week, and year after year. If we are in this for the long haul (which I am) simplicity again wins out! #sunchat
    In reply to @MrAustinA2, @TheKevinMCline
  • carlameyrink Feb 10 @ 9:20 AM EST
    Hmmm.... I've never heard of menimeter - will check it ou. #sunchat #teachingexperiment
    In reply to @mrskmallory, @phillbmartin00, @tiffanytruitt
  • KeishaMcHargue Feb 10 @ 9:20 AM EST
    A1: My go to formative task is @KaganOnline structures. They hold all Ss accountable to vocalize their understanding. I can immediately see who is getting it & if I need to change pace. I also frequently use whiteboards, red/green cards, peer feedback, and exit tickets. #sunchat
  • alextvalencic Feb 10 @ 9:20 AM EST
    So much truth to this! I know many Ts who collect data on their Ss becuase they "have" to but they don't do anything with it. It is no surprise that they don't understand why collecting data is useful! (And many of them tune out of the conversation when it comes up.) #sunchat
    In reply to @thnorfar, @tiffanytruitt, @wmSURN
  • mrskmallory Feb 10 @ 9:20 AM EST
    Google exit or entrance tickets! I teach virtual so observation is tough, but typically this is a fave method of mine too. #sunchat
    In reply to @TheKevinMCline
  • thismighthelpED Feb 10 @ 9:21 AM EST
    #sunchat. A1: Quick check-ins. But also... @PearDeck can be a gem for whole-class formative evaluation, but remember that it can also be a small group activity. No harm in letting students manage the advancing of slides when they are ready.
  • writenoelle Feb 10 @ 9:21 AM EST
    A1: Formative assessments are fab using “I can statements” AND offering anonymity. Online polls where HS Ss can report they don’t get it AND save face = WIN. #sunchat
  • Ms_A_Yeh Feb 10 @ 9:21 AM EST
    Love Kagan structures! They are great for building equity of voice & accountability in the classroom! #sunchat
    In reply to @KeishaMcHargue, @KaganOnline
  • MrU_ishere Feb 10 @ 9:21 AM EST
    You and me both, brother! LOL #sunchat
    In reply to @TheKevinMCline, @kruevans
  • dmvelliaris Feb 10 @ 9:21 AM EST
    One-minute papers are usually done at the end of lesson. Ss are asked to answer a brief question in writing, which is collected & analyzed by the T to gain awareness of Ss’ understanding. One-minute papers have been found to be effective when done frequently. #sunchat
  • MissWinegar Feb 10 @ 9:21 AM EST
    I love quiz quiz trade!! #sunchat
    In reply to @KeishaMcHargue, @KaganOnline
  • What_is_Racist_ Feb 10 @ 9:21 AM EST
    Creatures are racist #sunchat
  • carlameyrink Feb 10 @ 9:21 AM EST
    That would be a way around the problem. I'm glad to have class sizes of 14 - 18 Ss though! #sunchat
    In reply to @tiffanytruitt
  • alextvalencic Feb 10 @ 9:22 AM EST
    If they aren't using the data, it isn't even assessment; just information with no purpose. #sunchat
    In reply to @brandeeg123, @tiffanytruitt
  • susankotch Feb 10 @ 9:22 AM EST
    I've saved the writing samples my kids did on day one this year, and we often look back at them and THEY see how far they've come. "Ewwww... I wrote THAT??" Yup, and look what you are doing now! I also save all their self assessments to look back on. #sunchat @carlameyrink
    • carlameyrink Feb 10 @ 9:16 AM EST
      Yes, it's also amazing to look back at the notes from a few months ago and see how far they've come. #sunchat
      In reply to @EmilyCo90280951
  • YS_Bentz Feb 10 @ 9:22 AM EST
    I do this all the time! I love that I can jump right in with students and talk to them individually to address any confusion #sunchat
    In reply to @MissWinegar, @KeishaMcHargue, @KaganOnline
  • MrAustinA2 Feb 10 @ 9:22 AM EST
    It's vital to get students to build their own discourse community where they own the discussion: in my Humanities classes, we use the Harkness method + I'm simply a listener + a notetaker. Students ask questions, reframe the discussion + make sure to consider all voices. #SunChat
    In reply to @dmvelliaris
  • carlameyrink Feb 10 @ 9:22 AM EST
    You have 41 Ss Marisa?? I'm in awe of all you do, and now even moreso! #sunchat
    In reply to @MarisaEThompson, @phillbmartin00, @tiffanytruitt
  • clairecummings Feb 10 @ 9:22 AM EST
    I saw someone say all assessments can be formative and I agree. I’m trying to move away from the idea of a summative final assessment and just use little checkpoints for students to see what they can improve, have them try again, and move on once they’ve shown mastery. #sunchat
  • MissWinegar Feb 10 @ 9:22 AM EST
    Yep same! I model the structure and join right in #sunchat
    In reply to @YS_Bentz, @KeishaMcHargue, @KaganOnline
  • brianrozinsky Feb 10 @ 9:23 AM EST
    Like the sound of this mash-up opportunity. Another layer to consider: Set up Frayer squares as slides in a shared deck, each group has access to one (or more) it's working on while class has access to full set. Template: https://t.co/7lXYat386C #sunchat
    • ElYaafouriELD Feb 10 @ 9:17 AM EST
      Also, group Frayer charts are a fantastic formative assessment tool. They work well across all grade/content levels and engage multiple levels of learners in one group. When charts are also presented orally, all four language domains are exercised. #sunchat #ELL #assessment
  • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:23 AM EST
    what is this? #sunchat
    In reply to @MissWinegar, @KeishaMcHargue, @KaganOnline
  • brandeeg123 Feb 10 @ 9:23 AM EST
    #sunchat Another great formative assessment. tool is the Real time data collection piece in https://t.co/cdl8WlvM2W Ss know that if we get to the point where there are no "reds" in an exercise, I'll dance. 🙄 Silly but it works.I find out quickly who can do the work bc they try.
  • carlameyrink Feb 10 @ 9:23 AM EST
    Excellent tool for reflection. I'm going to give that a try. #sunchat #teachingexperiment
    • susankotch Feb 10 @ 9:22 AM EST
      I've saved the writing samples my kids did on day one this year, and we often look back at them and THEY see how far they've come. "Ewwww... I wrote THAT??" Yup, and look what you are doing now! I also save all their self assessments to look back on. #sunchat @carlameyrink
      • carlameyrink Feb 10 @ 9:16 AM EST
        Yes, it's also amazing to look back at the notes from a few months ago and see how far they've come. #sunchat
        In reply to @EmilyCo90280951
  • Shantee_H Feb 10 @ 9:23 AM EST
    Students should be actively involved in the formative assessment process. They should be engaged in self-reflection so that they are keeping track of their learning. #sunchat
  • TheKevinMCline Feb 10 @ 9:23 AM EST
    I’m with you! If I do have a summarize assessment it is only after several “check-points” #sunchat
    In reply to @clairecummings
  • carlameyrink Feb 10 @ 9:24 AM EST
    I'm curious too. #sunchat
    In reply to @tiffanytruitt, @MissWinegar, @KeishaMcHargue, @KaganOnline
  • Ms_A_Yeh Feb 10 @ 9:24 AM EST
    As an admin/evaluator, when I'm in the classroom, I'm looking to see if you are being responsive to students' needs. As I am often in #musiced classrooms, that looks like rehearsal, but paying attention to both the ensemble & individuals. #sunchat
  • dmvelliaris Feb 10 @ 9:24 AM EST
    Four Corners: This is a great way to encourage dynamic movement while learning multiple-choice questions. Designate each corner of the classroom to represent A, B, C, and D. Students go to the corner that they believe corresponds with the correct answer. #sunchat
  • stekra75 Feb 10 @ 9:24 AM EST
    Transparency should be a basis for all relationships and a foundation of cooperation #sunchat
    In reply to @TheKevinMCline, @kruevans, @MrU_ishere
  • thnorfar Feb 10 @ 9:25 AM EST
    #sunchat
    In reply to @tiffanytruitt
  • mrskmallory Feb 10 @ 9:25 AM EST
    Meeting with my students in a small group or individually is key to assessing where they are at. My SPED kids connect more and show me what they know in this setting. #sunchat
    • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:19 AM EST
      Might it be helpful to use formative assessment in a small group during small group rotations / sessions in this scenario? Conferencing is such a powerful formative assessment. #sunchat
      • carlameyrink Feb 10 @ 9:17 AM EST
        Definitely. I'm always surprised to hear educators say that class size doesn't matter. Conferencing with 20 Ss is hard enough, I can't imagine having 35. #sunchat
        In reply to @phillbmartin00, @tiffanytruitt
  • carlameyrink Feb 10 @ 9:25 AM EST
    Thanks for sharing this idea, Brian! #sunchat #teachingexperiment
    • brianrozinsky Feb 10 @ 9:23 AM EST
      Like the sound of this mash-up opportunity. Another layer to consider: Set up Frayer squares as slides in a shared deck, each group has access to one (or more) it's working on while class has access to full set. Template: https://t.co/7lXYat386C #sunchat
      • ElYaafouriELD Feb 10 @ 9:17 AM EST
        Also, group Frayer charts are a fantastic formative assessment tool. They work well across all grade/content levels and engage multiple levels of learners in one group. When charts are also presented orally, all four language domains are exercised. #sunchat #ELL #assessment
  • CarrieAnnTripp Feb 10 @ 9:25 AM EST
    In one section?? That’s huge! What grade level? #sunchat
    In reply to @MarisaEThompson, @carlameyrink, @phillbmartin00, @tiffanytruitt
  • writenoelle Feb 10 @ 9:25 AM EST
    I just googled it! #sunchat
    In reply to @tiffanytruitt, @MissWinegar, @KeishaMcHargue, @KaganOnline
  • MissWinegar Feb 10 @ 9:25 AM EST
    Students have a card with a question on it, they stand up and mingle, find a partner and they each ask their question. They are to coach their partner if they get the ? wrong, then trade cards and keep mingling. Messy explanation #sunchat
    In reply to @carlameyrink, @tiffanytruitt, @KeishaMcHargue, @KaganOnline
  • alextvalencic Feb 10 @ 9:26 AM EST
    The only summative assessments I gave students were the end-of-year state assessments (results don't come back until late July or early August) and my own end-of-year assessments that were "okay we've done so much work here's your last chance to show me what you know." #sunchat
    In reply to @clairecummings
  • Studentschamp Feb 10 @ 9:26 AM EST
    Joe, Principal from PA. Good morning! #sunchat
  • MrAustinA2 Feb 10 @ 9:26 AM EST
    How many times have we seen the brightest + shiniest method + model not be able to withstand the test of time? I've learned a lot from you in this area + have had to reflect on some of my practices as a result. You're definitely out in front here! #SunChat
    In reply to @kruevans, @TheKevinMCline
  • MissWinegar Feb 10 @ 9:26 AM EST
    Good idea! #sunchat
    In reply to @brianrozinsky
  • RMayTraining Feb 10 @ 9:26 AM EST
    Great read: "What students remember most is what we say the most. What we as educators demonstrate the most." #edchat #sunchat
  • susankotch Feb 10 @ 9:27 AM EST
    ugh - that would be dream! #sunchat
    In reply to @carlameyrink, @tiffanytruitt
  • TheKevinMCline Feb 10 @ 9:27 AM EST
    Ooh I’m seeing an awesome review strategy! #sunchat
    In reply to @MissWinegar, @carlameyrink, @tiffanytruitt, @KeishaMcHargue, @KaganOnline
  • kruevans Feb 10 @ 9:27 AM EST
    Totally agree - this is why, no offense to our #edtech folks, I also prefer conferring and paper, and more low tech alternatives as much as possible. Why? Because they allow me to be present w/Ss more easily. The latency is reduced. I'm focused almost 100% on them. #sunchat
    In reply to @Ms_A_Yeh
  • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:27 AM EST
    ::: Stealing this::::: #sunchat
    • MissWinegar Feb 10 @ 9:25 AM EST
      Students have a card with a question on it, they stand up and mingle, find a partner and they each ask their question. They are to coach their partner if they get the ? wrong, then trade cards and keep mingling. Messy explanation #sunchat
      In reply to @carlameyrink, @tiffanytruitt, @KeishaMcHargue, @KaganOnline
  • effortfuleduktr Feb 10 @ 9:27 AM EST
    Just wrote something on formative assessment in the collaborative setting. The person doing the thinking is doing the learning. https://t.co/CHTKix1Xu6 #sunchat
  • brianrozinsky Feb 10 @ 9:28 AM EST
    Here's one of the standards-based banner carriers, @rickwormeli2, with a sampling of thoughts re: trying again: https://t.co/luAvUSAqNd #sunchat
    In reply to @clairecummings, @rickwormeli2
  • brandeeg123 Feb 10 @ 9:28 AM EST
    YES! @clairecummings #sunchat
    • clairecummings Feb 10 @ 9:22 AM EST
      I saw someone say all assessments can be formative and I agree. I’m trying to move away from the idea of a summative final assessment and just use little checkpoints for students to see what they can improve, have them try again, and move on once they’ve shown mastery. #sunchat
  • Ms_A_Yeh Feb 10 @ 9:28 AM EST
    Sometimes in these chats, I'm sad that I'm not in the classroom anymore because I want to try out these ideas :-)! #sunchat
  • thnorfar Feb 10 @ 9:28 AM EST
    Absolutely!! Not sure where the emphasis on summtive came from. It encourages people to want to be done. It’s so not like real life. My knowledge is always increasing and should. #sunchat
    In reply to @brianrozinsky
  • susankotch Feb 10 @ 9:28 AM EST
    Highlighters are our friend. :) #sunchat
    In reply to @MrU_ishere
  • mrskmallory Feb 10 @ 9:28 AM EST
    Setting goals is also one of my fave formative assessments for academic and personal student growth. Monitoring those goals with a check in allows them to see their progress, self reflect and set new goals. #sunchat
  • ElYaafouriELD Feb 10 @ 9:29 AM EST
    Running rubrics (agreed upon, modeled and posted) work well as part of the formative assessment process, so that students know what is expected of them as they are actively participate in comprehension check. #sunchat #assessment
  • carlameyrink Feb 10 @ 9:29 AM EST
    You've managed to do so much! Hat's off to you! #sunchat
    In reply to @MarisaEThompson, @tiffanytruitt
  • kruevans Feb 10 @ 9:29 AM EST
    Thanks for the good words Jeffrey. I totally agree. Are we using a method because it's interesting or because it's the most effective tool for our Ss? #sunchat
    In reply to @MrAustinA2, @TheKevinMCline
  • dmvelliaris Feb 10 @ 9:29 AM EST
    30sec Share: Ss take a turn to report something learned in the lesson for 30secs each. Connections to the learning targets or success criteria are what the T is looking for in the language used by Ss. Make this a routine at the end of lessons to clarify what was learned. #sunchat
  • MissWinegar Feb 10 @ 9:29 AM EST
    Yes!! Your knowledge and usage of those topics shouldn’t stop, but it always seems so final #sunchat
    In reply to @thnorfar, @brianrozinsky
  • Studentschamp Feb 10 @ 9:29 AM EST
    #sunchat is providing some great formative assessment ideas today! Thank you!
  • mradamwelcome Feb 10 @ 9:30 AM EST
    Mark your calendars for #KidsDeserveIt this Wednesday with @TheTechRabbi moderating, he has a new book out and it’s going to be awesome! #tlap #sunchat #edchat #masterychat
  • MrAustinA2 Feb 10 @ 9:30 AM EST
    For more open-ended essential questions, use Philosophical Chairs: create a physical Likert scale + have students move to a point as they change their minds + shift their thinking based on classmates' arguments. As students move, ask them what convinced them to shift. #SunChat
    In reply to @dmvelliaris
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  • mrskmallory Feb 10 @ 9:30 AM EST
    Me too!! I teach 168 students in a virtual setting with 50-60 students per period. Trying to adapt some of these for that type of setting. #sunchat
    • Ms_A_Yeh Feb 10 @ 9:28 AM EST
      Sometimes in these chats, I'm sad that I'm not in the classroom anymore because I want to try out these ideas :-)! #sunchat
  • EmilyCo90280951 Feb 10 @ 9:30 AM EST
    We even do this in college to keep up the energy in afternoon classes! Clearly a strategy that experienced Ed professors like #sunchat
    • dmvelliaris Feb 10 @ 9:24 AM EST
      Four Corners: This is a great way to encourage dynamic movement while learning multiple-choice questions. Designate each corner of the classroom to represent A, B, C, and D. Students go to the corner that they believe corresponds with the correct answer. #sunchat
  • MissWinegar Feb 10 @ 9:30 AM EST
    Especially important while we are reviewing concepts. I love to hear the students coach their classmates #sunchat
    In reply to @Studentschamp
  • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:31 AM EST
    I AM an #edtech person, and technology is NOT always the answer or the best tool. #sunchat
    • kruevans Feb 10 @ 9:27 AM EST
      Totally agree - this is why, no offense to our #edtech folks, I also prefer conferring and paper, and more low tech alternatives as much as possible. Why? Because they allow me to be present w/Ss more easily. The latency is reduced. I'm focused almost 100% on them. #sunchat
      In reply to @Ms_A_Yeh
  • susankotch Feb 10 @ 9:31 AM EST
    When they are writing, you can call out a quick "Stop! Pick up a highlighter and highlight your thesis statement!" -and then do a quick walkaround to see who is having trouble finding it! In elementary SS, "Highlight where you capitalized the name of the state!" #sunchat
  • Shantee_H Feb 10 @ 9:31 AM EST
    I find that when I get my students to self-assess and I provide feedback along the way they develop a better understanding of where they are now and where they need to go. #sunchat
  • TheKevinMCline Feb 10 @ 9:31 AM EST
    I thought I had; @GoogleForEdu sent me an email saying I had been approved for the beta but it’s not showing up. Being patient for now! #sunchat
    In reply to @ballardam, @GoogleForEdu
  • brandeeg123 Feb 10 @ 9:31 AM EST
    This is why I went back to the classroom! I love teaching. Kids are way more fun to hang out with. 😆 @Ms_A_Yeh #sunchat
    • Ms_A_Yeh Feb 10 @ 9:28 AM EST
      Sometimes in these chats, I'm sad that I'm not in the classroom anymore because I want to try out these ideas :-)! #sunchat
  • alextvalencic Feb 10 @ 9:31 AM EST
    I will definitely check out these strategies! #sunchat
    In reply to @MissWinegar, @carlameyrink, @tiffanytruitt, @KeishaMcHargue, @KaganOnline
  • MissWinegar Feb 10 @ 9:31 AM EST
    Like four corners? I like that as well #sunchat
    In reply to @MrAustinA2, @dmvelliaris
  • brianrozinsky Feb 10 @ 9:31 AM EST
    Attention on summative is product-oriented view while formative shifts spotlight to ongoing process. While I favor the latter, I acknowledge there will be showcase moments that likely move the former into the driver's seat for a time. #sunchat
    In reply to @thnorfar
  • dmvelliaris Feb 10 @ 9:31 AM EST
  • MrU_ishere Feb 10 @ 9:32 AM EST
    I don't even mean the paper-&-ink highlighter. They do it right in their GoogleDoc :D #sunchat
    In reply to @susankotch
  • TheKevinMCline Feb 10 @ 9:32 AM EST
    It’s something you can set where it will lock all other tabs until Ss are finished. #sunchat
    In reply to @KeishaMcHargue
  • RMayTraining Feb 10 @ 9:32 AM EST
    Because #teaching is about relationships. @ChouinardJahant @mgrosstaylor @EduGladiators @AaronGr58249640 @cwnett @dmvelliaris @Encourager97 @FunClassApps @GoInspireLearn @holliejill326 @EDFD167_Qld @MrsMinutella @hello_mrsgreen @MoGalOtis @viguerasmc15 #sunchat
  • EmilyCo90280951 Feb 10 @ 9:32 AM EST
    This seems like a great way to get kids moving and to work with peers to learn where they might have more expertise. I love that the goal of this is to help each other to get to the right answer, not to be in competition with each other #sunchat
    • MissWinegar Feb 10 @ 9:25 AM EST
      Students have a card with a question on it, they stand up and mingle, find a partner and they each ask their question. They are to coach their partner if they get the ? wrong, then trade cards and keep mingling. Messy explanation #sunchat
      In reply to @carlameyrink, @tiffanytruitt, @KeishaMcHargue, @KaganOnline
  • phillbmartin00 Feb 10 @ 9:32 AM EST
    The emphasis on summative assessments is clearly driven by the state and federal government. This also has a negative impact on formative assessments. Teachers with a state test have a responsibility to the student and school to help that child pass a summative test #sunchat
    In reply to @thnorfar, @brianrozinsky
  • alextvalencic Feb 10 @ 9:32 AM EST
    Are you able to push into classrooms to share ideas with teachers and be there when they put them into place? Kind of a vicarious experience? #sunchat
    In reply to @Ms_A_Yeh
  • MissWinegar Feb 10 @ 9:33 AM EST
    It’s so important to realize that sometimes. I think teachers get so caught up on all the tech that it’s hard to realize that might not be the right answer all the time #sunchat
    In reply to @tiffanytruitt
  • YS_Bentz Feb 10 @ 9:33 AM EST
    Yes - especially in a foreign language classroom where the goal is to TALK and communicate with each other #sunchat
    In reply to @MissWinegar, @tiffanytruitt
  • Studentschamp Feb 10 @ 9:33 AM EST
    This is so key. When I visit classrooms, I ask probing questions to have students explain more. More students will add thei thoughts and a great discussion occurs. They see more than just a principal. It is a way to coach Ts too! #sunchat
    In reply to @MissWinegar
  • kruevans Feb 10 @ 9:34 AM EST
    I will sometimes intentionally create these road blocks where I won't let Ss progress on a task until they have underlined and conferred with me about their thesis. Makes more much better papers! #sunchat
    In reply to @susankotch
  • dmvelliaris Feb 10 @ 9:34 AM EST
    3-2-1 = Three prompts are provided for students to respond to: 3 things you didn’t know before 2 things that surprised you about the topic 1 thing you want to start doing with what you’ve learned #sunchat
  • MissWinegar Feb 10 @ 9:35 AM EST
    So necessary in building relationships with them. They have to feel comfortable being coached for it to be successful. I always make sure to model how to effectively coach through this situation #sunchat
    In reply to @Studentschamp
  • thnorfar Feb 10 @ 9:35 AM EST
    I’m so getting the small class size claim especially in elementary. I’m wondering if anyone has strategies to make kids in small classes independent as well. I’ve found they won’t do unless I’m there with them #sunchat
  • MrAustinA2 Feb 10 @ 9:35 AM EST
    The best formative tool that I use in ELA (though it works across content areas!) is passage-based assessment. It's simple-yet-effective + makes room for all students, as it can be fairly easily differentiated + even modified if needed. #SunChat https://t.co/kF6pmcmG9D
    In reply to @kruevans, @Ms_A_Yeh
  • TheKevinMCline Feb 10 @ 9:35 AM EST
    Thank you friends for an awesome chat with some awesomer ideas! But when my 5 year old says it’s time to “duel like Harry Potter”, you’ve gotta jet! #sunchat
  • MissWinegar Feb 10 @ 9:36 AM EST
    I love the 1 prompt. I’ve never used that line before but I like it! #sunchat
    In reply to @dmvelliaris
  • phillbmartin00 Feb 10 @ 9:36 AM EST
    It has a negative effect on form. assessments, in that you cannot always make the best use out of that data (i.e students may be struggling with a particular concept but I may not be able to devote more class time to remediation due to the timeline of the state test) #sunchat
    In reply to @thnorfar, @brianrozinsky
  • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:36 AM EST
    It also builds soft skills for our students. Anytime a student can learn to talk about learning as a process and not an end point is incredibly rewarding for all #sunchat
    • Studentschamp Feb 10 @ 9:33 AM EST
      This is so key. When I visit classrooms, I ask probing questions to have students explain more. More students will add thei thoughts and a great discussion occurs. They see more than just a principal. It is a way to coach Ts too! #sunchat
      In reply to @MissWinegar
  • MissWinegar Feb 10 @ 9:37 AM EST
    That is beautiful!!! #sunchat
    In reply to @tiffanytruitt
  • mrskmallory Feb 10 @ 9:37 AM EST
    Have you used Google Read and Write? After they highlight they can pull all their highlights into a document with 1 click! Or make a vocab list! #sunchat
    In reply to @MrU_ishere, @susankotch
  • Studentschamp Feb 10 @ 9:37 AM EST
    I constantly am building positive relationships with Ts and Ss. Helps when you have to have "those" conversations. The comfort level is great! #sunchat
    In reply to @MissWinegar
  • susankotch Feb 10 @ 9:37 AM EST
    Ahhh, yes. I have them do some drafts on paper. Still getting there with some of them.. But Google Docs is great! I love adding my comments as they write. Seeing the progress. Going through their past versions to see what they've revised... #sunchat
    In reply to @MrU_ishere
  • mrskmallory Feb 10 @ 9:38 AM EST
    I do this but with online tools! So effective! #sunchat
    • susankotch Feb 10 @ 9:31 AM EST
      When they are writing, you can call out a quick "Stop! Pick up a highlighter and highlight your thesis statement!" -and then do a quick walkaround to see who is having trouble finding it! In elementary SS, "Highlight where you capitalized the name of the state!" #sunchat
  • thnorfar Feb 10 @ 9:38 AM EST
    Hope we get to a point where we are just using the right tool for the goal and people involved rather than what we like or are comfortable with using. Paper or tech methods can be both the right or wrong tool #sunchat
    In reply to @tiffanytruitt
  • MrAustinA2 Feb 10 @ 9:38 AM EST
    We have to teach writing, not just assign it! This often means getting students to slow down: it's not a race. My sense is that students spend way too much time drafting + not enough time prewriting + revising. This is an effective way to get them to spend that time! #SunChat
    In reply to @kruevans, @susankotch
  • dmvelliaris Feb 10 @ 9:38 AM EST
    3 things you found out 2 interesting things 1 question you have 3 differences between _ 2 effects of _ on _ 1 question you have about topic 3 important facts 2 interesting ideas 1 insight about yourself as a learner 3 key words 2 new ideas 1 thought to think about #sunchat
  • thnorfar Feb 10 @ 9:39 AM EST
    Highlighters and colored pens or pencils is such a great tool #sunchat
    In reply to @susankotch
  • pattersonaubrey Feb 10 @ 9:39 AM EST
    Such an fantastic formative check-out! Great for professional learning sessions too! #sunchat
    • dmvelliaris Feb 10 @ 9:34 AM EST
      3-2-1 = Three prompts are provided for students to respond to: 3 things you didn’t know before 2 things that surprised you about the topic 1 thing you want to start doing with what you’ve learned #sunchat
  • ElYaafouriELD Feb 10 @ 9:39 AM EST
    @Ms_A_Yeh- On the subject of collaborative strategies as formative assessments, here are some of my favorite to implement for this very purpose. https://t.co/iLr6lCn9XT #sunchat #cooperativelearning
  • kruevans Feb 10 @ 9:39 AM EST
    You nailed it. These roadblocks are to get them to THINK, outline, do the work before the work. Love chatting with you about this stuff Jeffrey. It's great to surf the same wave as you! #sunchat
    In reply to @MrAustinA2, @susankotch
  • Studentschamp Feb 10 @ 9:39 AM EST
    Could not agree with you more. Soft skills are often overlooked. I try to model kindness with all of the Ss so they can hopefully follow my lead. It is so important to do demonstrate all skills that will make them successful! #sunchat
    In reply to @tiffanytruitt
  • alextvalencic Feb 10 @ 9:40 AM EST
    I gotta go, friends! Church, then packing and leaving for the Illinois ESSA Conference! Have a great week of using formative assessment with your students! #sunchat
  • Studentschamp Feb 10 @ 9:40 AM EST
    Enjoy your day Kevin! #sunchat
    In reply to @TheKevinMCline
  • susankotch Feb 10 @ 9:40 AM EST
    Is it weird that I've opened a google doc, and I'm copying and pasting info from tweets so I have an accurate record of what I try out in class? #sunchat #resourceful
  • Scollier034 Feb 10 @ 9:40 AM EST
    Keep the good energy and formative assessment ideas coming! #sunchat
  • alextvalencic Feb 10 @ 9:42 AM EST
    Totally understandable. My district is much smaller and I have challenges even observing classrooms, let alone getting into a teaching mode. (Sometimes I'm lucky enough to walk in when a teacher says, "Hey, can you help with this things we are doing right now!" #sunchat
    In reply to @Ms_A_Yeh
  • Studentschamp Feb 10 @ 9:42 AM EST
    Love these variations of a 3-2-1! #sunchat
    In reply to @dmvelliaris
  • LeadtoFeed Feb 10 @ 9:42 AM EST
    Every child deserves a champion" #sunchat #edchat
  • tiffanytruitt Feb 10 @ 9:43 AM EST
    Thanks for another great #sunchat! I am off to do some school work, laundry, a bit of cleaning, and a whole lot of much needed relaxing!
  • MrU_ishere Feb 10 @ 9:43 AM EST
    Thanks for the conversation this morning, #sunchat! Time to fuel up before I pivot my head to baseball season. #forloveofthegame Have an awesome week!
  • dmvelliaris Feb 10 @ 9:43 AM EST
    Onion Ring: Ss form an inner and outer circle facing a partner. The teacher asks a question and the Ss are given time to respond to their partner. Next, the inner circle rotates one person to the left. The teacher asks another question and the cycle repeats itself. #sunchat
  • brandeeg123 Feb 10 @ 9:43 AM EST
    @susankotch #sunchat There are some great online tools to assist with https://t.co/GOijYMLapq focus is elem. so we have to really slow our Ss down when they write.I use @nearpod & we move one step at a time. Ex:, Nobody moves beyond an intro w/out a thesis in an analysis piece.
    • susankotch Feb 10 @ 9:31 AM EST
      When they are writing, you can call out a quick "Stop! Pick up a highlighter and highlight your thesis statement!" -and then do a quick walkaround to see who is having trouble finding it! In elementary SS, "Highlight where you capitalized the name of the state!" #sunchat
  • dmvelliaris Feb 10 @ 9:44 AM EST
    Students sit in groups and each group member is given a number. The teacher poses a problem and all (four) students discuss. The teacher calls a number and that student is responsible for sharing on behalf of the group. #sunchat
  • EmilyCo90280951 Feb 10 @ 9:45 AM EST
    I think this is so key in the way the world is now; as much competition as there is in the real world, there is even more collaboration needed in every job our students could have. Learning to help each other succeed is such an important piece to being a good teammate #sunchat
    In reply to @KeishaMcHargue, @KaganOnline
  • susankotch Feb 10 @ 9:45 AM EST
    #sunchat
  • english_maven Feb 10 @ 9:46 AM EST
    As a high school #english teacher, I feel my job is about prepping them for real life and self exploration through the avenue of #literature #ncssbethebest #edchat #sunchat
  • MrAustinA2 Feb 10 @ 9:46 AM EST
    I'll sometimes use simple heuristics to find out where students are + to get them to evaluate their own thinking, especially as these are often used for a basis of discussion. Here are two: Question-Thought-Insight (QTI) + Dialogic Journaling. #SunChat
    In reply to @Shantee_H
  • ElYaafouriELD Feb 10 @ 9:46 AM EST
    @MissWinegar Stations or small groups. Let them do the asking AND the mentoring, coaching (with support and lots of practice accessing resources, of course). Whoever is doing the talking is doing the thinking. :) #sunchat
    In reply to @MissWinegar, @Studentschamp, @MissWinegar
  • thnorfar Feb 10 @ 9:46 AM EST
    I love the way you make statements like it is the norm. Few have students creating products. Most people are just doing a test. Products as a norm for summative would be a dream come true!! #sunchat
    In reply to @brianrozinsky
  • kruevans Feb 10 @ 9:48 AM EST
    Thanks #sunchat for a great conversation. Take care folks!
  • thnorfar Feb 10 @ 9:48 AM EST
    I haven’t used it yet but can’t wait to look at it after this unit. Want to discuss our experience? I’m math which will be completely different then social studies #sunchat
    In reply to @TheKevinMCline, @KeishaMcHargue
  • Studentschamp Feb 10 @ 9:49 AM EST
    #sunchat Thank you all for the helpful tips and thoughts today! I am off to continue work on my research for my doctorate! Have a great day!
  • ShiftParadigm Feb 10 @ 9:51 AM EST
    #3033 It is better to travel well than to arrive. — Buddha #sunchat
  • shirky17 Feb 10 @ 9:51 AM EST
    #MakerCenteredLearning !!!! #sunchat
    In reply to @thnorfar, @brianrozinsky
  • MrAustinA2 Feb 10 @ 9:51 AM EST
    I'll sometimes use simple heuristics to find out where students are + to get them to evaluate their own thinking, especially as these are often used for a basis of discussion. Here are two: Question-Thought-Insight (QTI) + Dialogic Journaling. #SunChat
    In reply to @Shantee_H
  • clairecummings Feb 10 @ 9:52 AM EST
    I think one-on-one conversation is my favorite formative assessment. I usually end up there even with a paper or tech quick check so they can better explain their response #sunchat
  • thnorfar Feb 10 @ 9:56 AM EST
    State and federal definitely has made it worse but I think it has always been a thorn in education. My siblings and I didn’t have tests like this and we all had teachers who emphasized their tests. No retakes. No emphasis on improving. 😢#sunchat
    In reply to @phillbmartin00, @brianrozinsky
  • susankotch Feb 10 @ 9:56 AM EST
    #sunchat You've all exhausted me today with your greatness!
  • thnorfar Feb 10 @ 9:58 AM EST
    True and sometimes Ss may take a few years to really get it. Learning doesn’t always fit a year timeline. I’m still learning about math and I teach it!! #sunchat
    In reply to @phillbmartin00, @brianrozinsky
  • brianrozinsky Feb 10 @ 9:59 AM EST
    Might high-stakes testing's eponymous reputation rest on the fact that they're usually single-shot, one-and-done deals? Related question: What alternative stakes might merit an elevated position in any assessment hierarchy? #sunchat
    In reply to @phillbmartin00, @thnorfar