#sstlap Archive
Weekly chat 8CST that infuses the ideas of Teach Like a Pirate by Dave Burgess into the Social Studies classroom.
Thursday February 11, 2016
9:00 PM EST
Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:00 PM EST
Welcome to
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tonight's conversation is C words in education
https://t.co/2SJ71jdxEY
mhoeckelman
Feb 11 @ 9:02 PM EST
Hey Pirate SS Ts. Matt from the STL, MO, checking in. I have story duty with the 4 year old, Hopefully to be back in a bit.
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amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:02 PM EST
Evening
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crew. Andy from NC, World History teacher. Hope you are doing well
Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:03 PM EST
Introductions please-- Name reason you got into education? subject grade level
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sandyrotto
Feb 11 @ 9:03 PM EST
Sandy from Mn, checking in to
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tonight. I sound like a broken record when I say how much I love the Qs from
@Braz74
CHitch94
Feb 11 @ 9:03 PM EST
Chris from Bloomington, IN. To help Ss realize their potential. World history for online HS.
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N_Davidson18
Feb 11 @ 9:03 PM EST
Greetings pirates! Nikki from Alberta here. Teaching is in my blood (mom and sis both teach), LOVED history. Gr 11 and 12 Social.
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Braz74
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Feb 11 @ 9:04 PM EST
@MrBarry628
bummer dude - but you have multiple personalities to prepare for
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may need to get you connected to GB Ts
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:04 PM EST
@MrBarry628
bummer dude - but you have multiple personalities to prepare for
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may need to get you connected to GB Ts
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GeoPenny
Feb 11 @ 9:04 PM EST
@Braz74
penny Ss learning geography geography 9th
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:04 PM EST
@N_Davidson18
@daffodil_thief
@braz74
hey Nikki- so good to see you -- hope you are doing well
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STLinOK
Feb 11 @ 9:05 PM EST
Amy checking in to
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from a near balmy OK.
@mhoeckelman
, I hear my old crew was out for snow!
daffodil_thief
Feb 11 @ 9:05 PM EST
Sarah from Arkansas. MAT student for secondary social studies. My first
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!
MsGeisleman
Feb 11 @ 9:05 PM EST
Hello
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. Kelly from IL. World & US History teacher gradse 9 & 11. Because I had so many inspirational Ts when I was a S!!
Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:05 PM EST
Ben Brazeau Tech Integrator Former Soc St Teacher- host
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Became T because I wanted to make a + diff in the lives of others
Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:05 PM EST
@mhoeckelman
Matt- my man-- great to have you with us as always--
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:05 PM EST
@amcrowe5
Andrew- where are you in WH right now?
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sandyrotto
Feb 11 @ 9:05 PM EST
Sorry-jumped the gun on my intro. I teach ELA to a crew of fabulous 6th graders. I grew up reading,and now reading's part of my job.
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GeoPenny
Feb 11 @ 9:06 PM EST
@daffodil_thief
you'll love it!!!
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N_Davidson18
Feb 11 @ 9:06 PM EST
@Braz74
@daffodil_thief
Glad to be back!
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mrruzicka
Feb 11 @ 9:06 PM EST
@Braz74
Peter Ruzicka Be the diff in the Ss lives US History and Sociology High School Like most, will try to balance debate and
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:06 PM EST
@sandyrotto
lol-- much appreciated- glad you like them- I get lucky every once in awhile and have some creative thinking
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amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:07 PM EST
@Braz74
just starting, new school is on semesters. Doing world religions and wrapping up Ancient empires outside of Europe next week
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GauthierRebecca
Feb 11 @ 9:07 PM EST
Rebecca from Green Bay Middle School social studies T
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RockThruHistory
Feb 11 @ 9:07 PM EST
Hey there
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! Damien, 5th Grade from PA. I teach SS, Science, and Math.
Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:08 PM EST
@GeoPenny
Penny- great to see you again-- love your passion for Geography
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:08 PM EST
Q1 in 2 minutes
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kiddielitprof
Feb 11 @ 9:08 PM EST
Wendy, ED prof from MN. Went into ED cause I fell in love with those kids at the Rec who were from the "other side of the tracks."
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GeoPenny
Feb 11 @ 9:08 PM EST
@Braz74
oh, does it show??
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LOL
Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:09 PM EST
@STLinOK
@mhoeckelman
Amy Presley is in the house-- always makes me think Elvis has left the building--
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sandyrotto
Feb 11 @ 9:09 PM EST
@Braz74
You're always a creative thinker & have had us sending Q videos, using Google maps to chart our journeys & doing an
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edcamp!
amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:09 PM EST
Oh yah, got into edu because I was coaching but didn't feel I was doing enough, wanted role to be more impactful on Ss lives
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:09 PM EST
@daffodil_thief
great to have you with us Sarah
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jmadlin001
Feb 11 @ 9:09 PM EST
Julie from cold Northern NY. Gr7&8 US History & APUSH. Ready to learn and share!
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:10 PM EST
Q1 Leaning often encompasses the creation of a product. How do you provide opportunities for Ss to create products of learning.
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:10 PM EST
@MsGeisleman
Kelly - great to have you with us-- hope History is rocking it for your year--
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GauthierRebecca
Feb 11 @ 9:11 PM EST
Went into teaching to make a difference in ss lives and give my students a voice
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STLinOK
Feb 11 @ 9:11 PM EST
Good old Uncle Elvis ;) not quite, but a shared ancestor up the tree makes for fun intros
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https://t.co/ELzLREAViR
Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:09 PM EST
@STLinOK
@mhoeckelman
Amy Presley is in the house-- always makes me think Elvis has left the building--
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:12 PM EST
A1 love having Ss create audio/video projects-Use GoogleMyMaps-Storyjumper- Screencasts-WeVideo- Tech variety of tech then ss CHOICE
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N_Davidson18
Feb 11 @ 9:12 PM EST
A1: provide choice in how they show learning; incorporate their own creativity and passions/skills
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GauthierRebecca
Feb 11 @ 9:12 PM EST
Loave projects as assessments for learning like we were just talking about it
#games4ed
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:12 PM EST
@mrruzicka
love the answer-used to be WH US sociology-- loved the cool things for soc-- Monopoly- school culture vid w/other schools
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CHitch94
Feb 11 @ 9:12 PM EST
A1) Offer options for different tools to use to create products. Funnily, most Ss plan to do "paper" for final capstone. ??
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amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:13 PM EST
A1 try to mix it up, have projects where Ss create multitude of different things, not just same old posters & tri-folds everytime
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N_Davidson18
Feb 11 @ 9:13 PM EST
A1: videos, podcasts, museum displays, write children's books, fakebook, fake twitter convos
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MsGeisleman
Feb 11 @ 9:13 PM EST
A1
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I have been on a GoogleDraw kick thanks to many of my collegues such as
@SCNPetersen
and
@MrsMTechLady
. It's an endless canvas!
DrLWalczak
Feb 11 @ 9:13 PM EST
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@Chucktaft
& I use "target displays." Show us you can hit the
#sbg
learning targets - the product can be anything Ss choose!
Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:13 PM EST
@amcrowe5
nice- loved empires- created project for ss to create their own civ and then recipe for empire- assess= is America empire
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GauthierRebecca
Feb 11 @ 9:13 PM EST
@N_Davidson18
I agree, providing choices allows students to show their learning in a way that makes sense for them.
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RockThruHistory
Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST
@N_Davidson18
Yes! I've found choice really empowers the students in their creativity.
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GeoPenny
Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST
@Braz74
A1 class lessons to create products/outcomes as assessments; pose Qs/ask for predictions; Ss projects in place of tests
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#PBL
amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST
@CHitch94
we're 1:1 and I still have some that would rather write everything out than type/email/submit work online
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST
@GauthierRebecca
hey Rebecca got to spend some QT with your hubby yesterday-- hope he enjoyed it
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST
@RockThruHistory
great to have you with us Damien
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GauthierRebecca
Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST
I love using inquiry based projects to allow ss to dig deeper into what they find interesting
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daffodil_thief
Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST
A1) Tools like Padlet let Ss design products like timelines that encourage development of soc studies themes
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CHitch94
Feb 11 @ 9:15 PM EST
@amcrowe5
Kind of reassuring that it's not just the ones I'm working with.. Hoping they'll find something that speaks to them.
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amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:15 PM EST
@Braz74
I really enjoyed empire project too, trying to figure out if I can squeeze it back in again
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:15 PM EST
@kiddielitprof
hey Wendy- great to have you- love to see your Pre-T join and learn the way of the PIRATE - you do great things
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GauthierRebecca
Feb 11 @ 9:15 PM EST
@Braz74
That's what I heard! All good comments, yes.
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amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:16 PM EST
@CHitch94
I think for some of mine, they're not used to all that tech, it's a comfort thing as much as anything else
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sandyrotto
Feb 11 @ 9:16 PM EST
A1: Ideas from last week's game chat are still swimming around in my head. Many will turn into writing experiences. Ss will ❤️.
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MsGeisleman
Feb 11 @ 9:16 PM EST
A1 I like getting students involved in creating the classroom decorations, timelines, posters, word walls & art of the classroom.
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:16 PM EST
@GeoPenny
maybe a little - waiting for you to have your pic super imposed on a map with physical features-
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GauthierRebecca
Feb 11 @ 9:16 PM EST
@daffodil_thief
oooo I like the ideas of ss creating digital timelines!
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:16 PM EST
@sandyrotto
Thanks- reminds me I need to figure out a few new ideas or bring back some of those to rock
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jmadlin001
Feb 11 @ 9:17 PM EST
A1 I use choice boards to allow Ss to choose products.
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:17 PM EST
Q2 In what ways do you demonstrate creativity & allow ss to showcase their Creativity?
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CHitch94
Feb 11 @ 9:17 PM EST
@amcrowe5
Think that's part of it for some of mine as well. Also, paper is more familiar and seems easier.
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khurdhorst
Feb 11 @ 9:17 PM EST
@Braz74
I'm gonna tell you other than
#makerspace
&
#geniushour
I am sucking bricks. It's all about the sacred data.
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A1 frustrated
PaulSolarz
Feb 11 @ 9:17 PM EST
A1 - My students create during Passion Time:
https://t.co/i4PNrJiYQq
and Imagination Club (last year):
https://t.co/KCKnjJ9gVt
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GeoPenny
Feb 11 @ 9:17 PM EST
@Braz74
LOL!!! too funny.... the "penny map" conjures up a different vision :)
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:17 PM EST
@amcrowe5
yes - that is awesome- change ss lives- be positive influence
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:18 PM EST
@jmadlin001
hey Julie- great to see you again--
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amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:18 PM EST
A2 allow for choice, I try to give general guidelines, let Ss really take it from there.
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GeoPenny
Feb 11 @ 9:18 PM EST
@khurdhorst
@Braz74
boooooo
#sacreddata
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mrruzicka
Feb 11 @ 9:18 PM EST
A1 letters to Congress, study freedom summer banners from WI hist society and create own civil rights banners to educate others
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:19 PM EST
A2 My creativity is stealing great ideas from others-For Ss giving them choice-
#geniushour
Let them create images- skits-recordings
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Americans2012
Feb 11 @ 9:19 PM EST
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https://t.co/UVHRRjlLd8
Americans2012
Feb 11 @ 9:18 PM EST
@daffodil_thief
agree
@padlet
is amazing great 4 timelines, brainstorming exist slips
DrLWalczak
Feb 11 @ 9:19 PM EST
A2
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@Chucktaft
has been key in challenging me to show my creativity! I've added much more
#creativewriting
& found & blackout poetry.
Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:19 PM EST
@khurdhorst
i get it-- we are gearing up for testing hear and know it takes away from learning-hang in there- Great to see you sis--
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amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:19 PM EST
Also tried this
https://t.co/s997SneB1L
Ss did pretty well, most were basic, but had a few that made some really good ones
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sandyrotto
Feb 11 @ 9:19 PM EST
@GauthierRebecca
@daffodil_thief
Finishing a read-aloud. Want Ss to create a digital timeline of story events. Best tool for that?
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daffodil_thief
Feb 11 @ 9:20 PM EST
Timeline asked for 10 events, 2 from each theme & color coded by poli, econ, soc & geo changes w/ 2 combos & media!
@GauthierRebecca
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:20 PM EST
Everyone much check out
@PaulSolarz
site and resources-- he is amazing help transform my teaching
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https://t.co/A8M3rHVeVZ
PaulSolarz
Feb 11 @ 9:17 PM EST
A1 - My students create during Passion Time:
https://t.co/i4PNrJiYQq
and Imagination Club (last year):
https://t.co/KCKnjJ9gVt
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khurdhorst
Feb 11 @ 9:20 PM EST
@Braz74
Seriously can't deal with data vs creativity. It's breaking my heart. It's wrong. It's evil. It out of control.
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A2
mrruzicka
Feb 11 @ 9:20 PM EST
A2 choice and voice, multiple perspectives, and experimenting with genius hr/ 10% time
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N_Davidson18
Feb 11 @ 9:20 PM EST
A2: I try to do things a bit outside of the box sometimes to demonstrate creativity. Mostly I just steal ideas from others here. :)
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amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:20 PM EST
@GauthierRebecca
@Braz74
My Ss really enjoyed it, had to create vids as propaganda to convince others to migrate to their empire
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:21 PM EST
@GauthierRebecca
love the part of voice-- we have to keep reminding ourselves of the power of ss voice--
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khurdhorst
Feb 11 @ 9:21 PM EST
@Braz74
It feels like leading lambs to the slaughter house.
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sandyrotto
Feb 11 @ 9:21 PM EST
@DrLWalczak
@Chucktaft
We're creating Found Poems right now for short story A Sound of Thunder by Bradbury. They love it!
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PaulSolarz
Feb 11 @ 9:21 PM EST
A2 - My students are currently planning a whole-class Variety Show Act (without adult assistance). Day 1:
https://t.co/3cgfJyz8hZ
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RockThruHistory
Feb 11 @ 9:21 PM EST
A2-My second job is writing songs for kids that tell our nation's history. That all started and still happens in my classroom
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DrLWalczak
Feb 11 @ 9:22 PM EST
A2
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Ss CHOOSE lots of creative paths - music, art, creating historical artifacts, lego kits, animations, etc. etc. etc.!
khurdhorst
Feb 11 @ 9:22 PM EST
@Braz74
if it were not for 1/2 hr of play each morning & 1/2 hr on Fridays at 230...that's their saving grace!
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A2
amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:22 PM EST
@khurdhorst
@Braz74
Told mine this yr, I'm more worried that you remember the big picture stuff, the random stuff for data isn't imp
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golliharsclass
Feb 11 @ 9:22 PM EST
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a2: I'm a big fan of choice. I'm trying to incorporate more options to demonstrate creativity while targeting instruction.
Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:22 PM EST
yes draw is awesome- put images or text on side- students match name with state on map or concepts
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https://t.co/tbyNemURFd
MsGeisleman
Feb 11 @ 9:13 PM EST
A1
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I have been on a GoogleDraw kick thanks to many of my collegues such as
@SCNPetersen
and
@MrsMTechLady
. It's an endless canvas!
daffodil_thief
Feb 11 @ 9:22 PM EST
Love this! I plan on playing era relevant tunes during bell-ringer time. Easily extend that to song writing
@RockThruHistory
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sandyrotto
Feb 11 @ 9:23 PM EST
@DrLWalczak
@Chucktaft
True. They're taking 16 pgs of text and most impactful 50-100 words. When every word matters, choose wisely.
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:23 PM EST
@DrLWalczak
@Chucktaft
love to see example-- sounds awesome
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Americans2012
Feb 11 @ 9:23 PM EST
@Braz74
a2 omg tech tools r the best 4that ebook creation, iMovie, comic books, interview with a fake famous person2 see theirpoint
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:24 PM EST
awesome- we sometimes have to show examples - teach tech to let them create but let them FLY!!
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https://t.co/2vWD1Z49jN
RockThruHistory
Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST
@N_Davidson18
Yes! I've found choice really empowers the students in their creativity.
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MsGeisleman
Feb 11 @ 9:24 PM EST
A2 I use "left brain, right brain" notes so creative Ss can learn in a way they are comfortable
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https://t.co/NtZzv7e61V
Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:24 PM EST
@daffodil_thief
in a meeting today and used padlet-- was good to see T leaders demo
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:25 PM EST
Q3 Communication is more than writing What alternative ways do you allow ss to communicate understanding or engage in learning?
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N_Davidson18
Feb 11 @ 9:25 PM EST
@Braz74
@RockThruHistory
And they will come up with stuff that we could never think of. It's awesome!
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:25 PM EST
@mrruzicka
nice- jsut saw a letter to President project- authentic audience
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Americans2012
Feb 11 @ 9:25 PM EST
A2 create event review map with my maps, my story, so many ways it's like the GPS more than 1 way 2 get to the goal up 2 the Ss
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VAGeogAlliance
Feb 11 @ 9:25 PM EST
Great chat tonight over at
#sstlap
Check it out.
Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:26 PM EST
@sandyrotto
@GauthierRebecca
@daffodil_thief
i so want to get Ts connected to allow Ss to see world beyond walls
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N_Davidson18
Feb 11 @ 9:26 PM EST
A3: I admit to a TON of writing in my class, but also use visual diagrams and videos; love doing short rants filmed on cell phones
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RockThruHistory
Feb 11 @ 9:26 PM EST
@N_Davidson18
@Braz74
You can always count on some of them amazing you and exceeding expectations!
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Braz74
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Feb 11 @ 9:27 PM EST
A3 Ss record audio projects-fav is Ss did British accent for were colonist justified in rebellion-video projects-skits rewrite songs
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amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:27 PM EST
A3 choice menus are great for these, Ss can be artistic, use creative writing, act out scenes. Allow them to find their niche
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sandyrotto
Feb 11 @ 9:27 PM EST
A3: That's easy...lots of Speaking and Listening practice via
@erik_palmer
and
#PVLEGS
. Needs to be valued as much as writing.
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:27 PM EST
@khurdhorst
I agree especially the amount & the fact it doesn't get used for instruction because results come after the year is over
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golliharsclass
Feb 11 @ 9:27 PM EST
@Braz74
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A3 videos, stop-motion animation. Ss tweet as formative assessment, digital AVID one-pagers.
https://t.co/oEP9veHeRF
CHitch94
Feb 11 @ 9:27 PM EST
A2) Most of my Ss are 9th gr in 1st year of online school so still getting comfortable w/ platform & possibilities.
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daffodil_thief
Feb 11 @ 9:27 PM EST
A3 I'm a believer in discussion, esp primary docs. Each s brings their experiences, teaching peers & relating to content in own way
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GeoPenny
Feb 11 @ 9:27 PM EST
@Braz74
A3 CRISS strategies are so fun. We do Quick Writes and RAFTs letting them pick how they can create
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N_Davidson18
Feb 11 @ 9:27 PM EST
A3: Debates and discussion every chance we get
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DrLWalczak
Feb 11 @ 9:28 PM EST
@Braz74
@Chucktaft
Curated poetry collections that are window/mirror into turn of 20th century!
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https://t.co/L1rLcah9S3
Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:28 PM EST
@mrruzicka
I did it last year in classroom and it was amazing best experience in my life
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amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:28 PM EST
@daffodil_thief
Like doing socratics but in smaller groups, I know some of my Ss are intimidated still talking in large groups
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GauthierRebecca
Feb 11 @ 9:28 PM EST
Looking to have ss use Legos to create something then make a video explaining the answer to an essay ?
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Braz74
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Feb 11 @ 9:29 PM EST
@khurdhorst
it is so sad-- they need opportunities to create- and do not fill in bubbles-- wish legislators understood
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N_Davidson18
Feb 11 @ 9:29 PM EST
A3: used
@blendspace
to curate a digital gallery showcasing problems with the Ind Rev. Ss loved it.
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mrruzicka
Feb 11 @ 9:29 PM EST
A2 personalize with choice and voice. Check out what students do when they get both
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https://t.co/C1BmyLbCVi
PaulSolarz
Feb 11 @ 9:29 PM EST
A3: I believe the best way for my 5th graders to comprehend what they read is to talk about it. 493 videos:
https://t.co/CB8n8QvK31
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DrLWalczak
Feb 11 @ 9:29 PM EST
@Braz74
@Chucktaft
Lego stopmotion animation (this was of vocabulary words!).
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https://t.co/0eevxVwSLK
CHitch94
Feb 11 @ 9:29 PM EST
A3) A few Ss did intro video for semester, good discussions through comments on Google Docs. Still writing but . . .
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:30 PM EST
@khurdhorst
i have heard of schools getting rid of nap and recess for more test prep time -- YIKES out of control
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GauthierRebecca
Feb 11 @ 9:30 PM EST
Also get ss involved in Amazing Race Challenges. SS get up, move around and communicating and collaborating
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Americans2012
Feb 11 @ 9:30 PM EST
@Braz74
a3 agree record MP3 s of ww2 or Holocaust Survivors GHOA
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daffodil_thief
Feb 11 @ 9:31 PM EST
@sandyrotto
@GauthierRebecca
I explored Padlet a bit but lots of timeline generators exist. Storyboardthat might be cool to adapt!
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jmadlin001
Feb 11 @ 9:31 PM EST
A2 I use music. We sing songs together. I try to use Ss interests to allow them to be creative (cooking, art, technology)
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PaulSolarz
Feb 11 @ 9:31 PM EST
A3 - We give each other specific feedback via comments on our blogs. Back & forth discussions between Ss:
https://t.co/4QygsXB0ul
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N_Davidson18
Feb 11 @ 9:31 PM EST
A3: role play the perspectives when discussing history. We did a Fr Re primary doc disc btwn king, clergy, noble and peasant
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SrtaLisa
Feb 11 @ 9:31 PM EST
A3: My students love creating photo stories with pic collage or similar apps
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GauthierRebecca
Feb 11 @ 9:31 PM EST
@breakoutEDU
is another great way to get ss communicating!
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mrruzicka
Feb 11 @ 9:31 PM EST
@Braz74
i believe they are starting to see how they use soc studies skills in interests, questioning, researching and prob solving
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:31 PM EST
yes too many to list-- do something different than paper, essay- test- etc. let students shine!!!
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https://t.co/Jfy2NsC2C8
Americans2012
Feb 11 @ 9:23 PM EST
@Braz74
a2 omg tech tools r the best 4that ebook creation, iMovie, comic books, interview with a fake famous person2 see theirpoint
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CHitch94
Feb 11 @ 9:31 PM EST
@daffodil_thief
@sandyrotto
@GauthierRebecca
@HSTRY
might be an option for timelines & project/research organization.
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MsGeisleman
Feb 11 @ 9:31 PM EST
@daffodil_thief
Sure thing! Here is the example that is in the picture
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https://t.co/muqpoluo7Y
Americans2012
Feb 11 @ 9:32 PM EST
@Braz74
absolutely make it something Ss will never forget !
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SrtaLisa
Feb 11 @ 9:32 PM EST
@Americans2012
Midway feedback from students was they wanted more projects, especially with
@BookCreatorApp
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sandyrotto
Feb 11 @ 9:32 PM EST
@amcrowe5
@daffodil_thief
I break my Soc sems into 3 circles-inner,outer,audience. With 38,they are 13 instead of 19. Makes a diff.
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STLinOK
Feb 11 @ 9:32 PM EST
Blarg. Too many things pulling me away tonight. I'll catch up later
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:(
Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:32 PM EST
yes- always had to skirt line of giving them ideas and getting cookie cutter-- or stifling creativity
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https://t.co/XvCxqhiSEE
N_Davidson18
Feb 11 @ 9:25 PM EST
@Braz74
@RockThruHistory
And they will come up with stuff that we could never think of. It's awesome!
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:33 PM EST
Q4 Collaboration - what does this look like in your learning environment?
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daffodil_thief
Feb 11 @ 9:33 PM EST
And modeling that tech in class to show Ss that teaching is more than lecturing!
@Americans2012
@Braz74
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:33 PM EST
@GauthierRebecca
stop motion?
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amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:33 PM EST
@sandyrotto
@daffodil_thief
absolutely, I've done two separate circles. Edcafes are really good discussions too, Ss led & driven
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mrruzicka
Feb 11 @ 9:33 PM EST
@Braz74
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foreign policy recommendations sent to Sen. Ron Johnson (WI) who sits on foreign policy committee
https://t.co/IHCGw8pjV3
DrLWalczak
Feb 11 @ 9:34 PM EST
@golliharsclass
@Chucktaft
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My Ss like to create images on their found poems. LOVE these of Poe's The Raven.
https://t.co/Cj6QR4a3lr
Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:34 PM EST
love it-- in the elementary- easier to speak ideas than write them- USE ss VOICE
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https://t.co/p7KRW450Il
PaulSolarz
Feb 11 @ 9:29 PM EST
A3: I believe the best way for my 5th graders to comprehend what they read is to talk about it. 493 videos:
https://t.co/CB8n8QvK31
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MsGeisleman
Feb 11 @ 9:34 PM EST
@Braz74
That is a great idea, Thanks! I also like GoogleDraw for word sorts. No more paper cuts & tiny pieces of paper.
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PaulSolarz
Feb 11 @ 9:34 PM EST
A3 - We like to use
@officialvoki
to demonstrate our learning and embed on our ePortfolios:
https://t.co/trHhCKzCVY
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:34 PM EST
funny I just posted about lego stopmotion to
@GauthierRebecca
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https://t.co/tB73SHnpSB
DrLWalczak
Feb 11 @ 9:29 PM EST
@Braz74
@Chucktaft
Lego stopmotion animation (this was of vocabulary words!).
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https://t.co/0eevxVwSLK
CHitch94
Feb 11 @ 9:34 PM EST
A4) Ss work in online WH course is all "public" in that all shared w/ other Ss (except for 3 unit assessments). Ss comment on all.
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amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:35 PM EST
A4 Ss can work together on most assignments, projects they can work w/others at times, lots of Google Slides to collab with
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Americans2012
Feb 11 @ 9:35 PM EST
@daffodil_thief
@Braz74
amen it's all about showing them the Thirst 4 knowledge & Curiosity wanting more 2 b back in ur class
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daffodil_thief
Feb 11 @ 9:35 PM EST
@amcrowe5
@sandyrotto
Jigaw is another great group collaboration/discussion technique. Ss teach each other after small group disc
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SrtaLisa
Feb 11 @ 9:35 PM EST
A4: Right now Ss are collaborating to write a class book about influential African Americans. Each has their own bio + role in book
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mrruzicka
Feb 11 @ 9:35 PM EST
A3 debates are fundamental. Huge difference in learning, showing learning and developing transferable skills and confidence
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:36 PM EST
yes that is awesome- that is someting I wanted to do but never got to..chronicle history- don't forget hist
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https://t.co/ZMcoeUfJV9
Americans2012
Feb 11 @ 9:30 PM EST
@Braz74
a3 agree record MP3 s of ww2 or Holocaust Survivors GHOA
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:36 PM EST
A4 Collaboration- for me it's my PLN - Twitter
#tlap
#gbedchat
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- for Ss Google docs - peer editing- connect to other classes
N_Davidson18
Feb 11 @ 9:36 PM EST
A4: Most projects can be groups; open discussion in class; use padlet to brainstorm together and solicit more ideas
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amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:36 PM EST
@daffodil_thief
@sandyrotto
do Jigsaws too, like those, gets Ss up and out of seats too
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:36 PM EST
@PaulSolarz
so many great examples-- authentic tasks- and audiences--
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MsGeisleman
Feb 11 @ 9:36 PM EST
@JacobsenSCN
you should jump in on
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. Still 3 more questions!
SrtaLisa
Feb 11 @ 9:37 PM EST
@N_Davidson18
Have you seen
https://t.co/3DdIJg1XrR
? It’s like pallet, but there is a voting component. I plan on trying it soon
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:37 PM EST
@mrruzicka
yes- those are what they should learn in all classes- not names dates facts etc.
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daffodil_thief
Feb 11 @ 9:37 PM EST
A4 A variation of
@SrtaLisa
's book idea is creating a wiki page. Great for interdisciplinary or multi school collab as well
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RockThruHistory
Feb 11 @ 9:37 PM EST
@amcrowe5
We use Docs and Slides a bunch and our Ss have learned to collaborate efficiently and quickly.
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jmadlin001
Feb 11 @ 9:37 PM EST
A3 I really like Padlet, Google Slides (Ss can work collaboratively) & Thinglink. Spec ed Ss have used Voice Thread.
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:38 PM EST
that is awesome-- we should create shared folder or holding tank of ss awesomeness
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https://t.co/SKU9ATgy35
SrtaLisa
Feb 11 @ 9:32 PM EST
@Americans2012
Midway feedback from students was they wanted more projects, especially with
@BookCreatorApp
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N_Davidson18
Feb 11 @ 9:38 PM EST
@SrtaLisa
I haven't see that . Will have to check it out. Thanks!
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amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:38 PM EST
@RockThruHistory
We're a google district, so Ss are pretty well versed w/it. So nice to have that & they jump right in
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daffodil_thief
Feb 11 @ 9:38 PM EST
A4 Google Classroom and its various slides, docs, etc are a collaborator's best friend!
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:38 PM EST
@Americans2012
and also connect to others who lived history- Civil Rights Vietnam- Iraq - Apollo or space missions
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GeoPenny
Feb 11 @ 9:39 PM EST
@amcrowe5
@daffodil_thief
@sandyrotto
love doing jigsaws!!!
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SrtaLisa
Feb 11 @ 9:39 PM EST
A4: In discussions students collaborate, sort of. They will build upon each other’s points to make them stronger.
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Americans2012
Feb 11 @ 9:39 PM EST
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https://t.co/L3ihjj8Vnz
Americans2012
Feb 11 @ 9:38 PM EST
@Braz74
agree connecting with classes from other schools countries through Skype connected classroom prepares our Ss 4 global collaboration
Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:40 PM EST
@GauthierRebecca
right that question is timeless- replace Greeks with Rome- America- England- etc.
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:40 PM EST
Q5 Control- Who has control of what happens in your learning environment? How can we give ss more control/CHOICE?
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mrruzicka
Feb 11 @ 9:40 PM EST
A4 Ss grow 2gether more than eva. Peer-assess, pair-share, table teams, & S "experts" listen 1st -> collab. Experts always changing
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DrLWalczak
Feb 11 @ 9:40 PM EST
@CHitch94
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@Chucktaft
& I agree SO MUCH. Can be hard to convince Ps AND Ss to change their mindset tho... We keep trying!
Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:40 PM EST
@MsGeisleman
you can drag images/words etc and it is like a smartboard
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PaulSolarz
Feb 11 @ 9:40 PM EST
A4 - Our classroom is built upon collaboration! - Energy Debates:
https://t.co/GLhkPmsa0h
- Creating Elbows:
https://t.co/WBRHGwdsKQ
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SrtaLisa
Feb 11 @ 9:41 PM EST
@GeoPenny
@amcrowe5
I love Jigsaws with GoogleDocs. Not all students need to write the same thing, give designated spot on doc
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amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:41 PM EST
A5 I think it's shared in my classroom, being 1:1 I feel I need to let go a bit more which isn't easy
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:41 PM EST
FANTASTIC! That is a great real world learning activity-- LOVE IT!!!
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https://t.co/82rTndnLdc
mrruzicka
Feb 11 @ 9:33 PM EST
@Braz74
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foreign policy recommendations sent to Sen. Ron Johnson (WI) who sits on foreign policy committee
https://t.co/IHCGw8pjV3
msgreenehistory
Feb 11 @ 9:41 PM EST
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A5 I love Genius Hour or 20% Time - give students control of what they learn and how they show it and make failure ok.
daffodil_thief
Feb 11 @ 9:41 PM EST
@GeoPenny
@amcrowe5
@sandyrotto
Did jigsaw where .5 class read Confed solider diaries & .5 Union. Divide into groups to compare exps
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:42 PM EST
A5 Ts control what happens but should be able to give up much of that to allow Ss voice and choice
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:42 PM EST
yes-- so much more- i have been creating screen casts to let ss choose the instructions they need for a proj
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https://t.co/zClGURoerW
daffodil_thief
Feb 11 @ 9:33 PM EST
And modeling that tech in class to show Ss that teaching is more than lecturing!
@Americans2012
@Braz74
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Americans2012
Feb 11 @ 9:42 PM EST
Think about what amazing things would scientists cameup withif theyhad google translate & collaboration in the 1900s! Skyisthelimit
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jmadlin001
Feb 11 @ 9:42 PM EST
I use core groups a lot. Ss are in groups of 4 for the whole semester. They must choose diff jobs each day & work together.
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N_Davidson18
Feb 11 @ 9:42 PM EST
@Braz74
I control WHAT, but Ss often control HOW
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msgreenehistory
Feb 11 @ 9:42 PM EST
A2 We just did story books (
https://t.co/VnvYmb0ZFv
) and next we they are doing podcasts to showcase learning.
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CHitch94
Feb 11 @ 9:42 PM EST
A5) Teaching online means I often feel I have little control - and, really, that's o.k. Try to set framework & see what Ss do.
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dmfouts
Feb 11 @ 9:43 PM EST
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micro-management of classroom from outside is death of teaching from the inside. Teachers must be trusted, with broad boundaries
SrtaLisa
Feb 11 @ 9:43 PM EST
A5: I give students lots of choice. Sometimes its worded that their behavior reverts choice back to me, especially during games
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PaulSolarz
Feb 11 @ 9:43 PM EST
A5 - My students have same powers as I do. They call "Give me Five!" to direct the class, they make new rules & set daily goals.
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:43 PM EST
As always you are doing an amazing job-- so many awesome ideas this group rocks
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amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:44 PM EST
@CHitch94
Feel I'm moving toward that more and more.
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jmadlin001
Feb 11 @ 9:44 PM EST
A4 I use core groups a lot. Ss are in groups of 4 for the whole semester. They must choose diff jobs each day & work together.
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NKleinmeyer
Feb 11 @ 9:45 PM EST
A5: I blew up my classroom and let the student put it back together. Started w/ syllabus & expectations. Builds trust & empowerment.
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Americans2012
Feb 11 @ 9:45 PM EST
@daffodil_thief
absolutely teaching is about creating thelove oflearning Curiosity wanting2learn more so much more then worksheets
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khurdhorst
Feb 11 @ 9:45 PM EST
@amcrowe5
@Braz74
Me too. If testing was a person on Tinder, I'd swipe left & block!
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MsGeisleman
Feb 11 @ 9:46 PM EST
A5 Organized chaos. Usually there is a plan and I have an end game even if the students feel like they are in control
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Americans2012
Feb 11 @ 9:46 PM EST
@daffodil_thief
@Braz74
if Ss can google the answer it's not teaching !
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CHitch94
Feb 11 @ 9:46 PM EST
@NKleinmeyer
Would love to hear more about this. Do you have a blog?
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DrLWalczak
Feb 11 @ 9:46 PM EST
Amen to that!
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https://t.co/dFKGGtud9Q
Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:42 PM EST
A5 Ts control what happens but should be able to give up much of that to allow Ss voice and choice
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:47 PM EST
that is great- i had Ss create supplies for war- N had + supplies ppl etc.
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https://t.co/j8U0WRa9pi
daffodil_thief
Feb 11 @ 9:41 PM EST
@GeoPenny
@amcrowe5
@sandyrotto
Did jigsaw where .5 class read Confed solider diaries & .5 Union. Divide into groups to compare exps
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:48 PM EST
Q6 Compassion- this is key to a healthy learning environment- How do you model and build compassion in your ss?
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:48 PM EST
THAT is such a great answer!!!!
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https://t.co/NFeSPa4X96
N_Davidson18
Feb 11 @ 9:42 PM EST
@Braz74
I control WHAT, but Ss often control HOW
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amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:49 PM EST
@Braz74
I've done these for WWI that we had to move quickly through, read about weapons, Xmas truce, trenches; share out from there
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dmfouts
Feb 11 @ 9:49 PM EST
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A5 recruit students to lead 5-10 min lessons on subject of their choice. After a few do it, others will follow. They own the class
Americans2012
Feb 11 @ 9:49 PM EST
Had 2 share a4
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https://t.co/IOoqKFkoYL
daffodil_thief
Feb 11 @ 9:51 PM EST
A6 My MAT prof kept snacks and pillows for a pregnant hs student. Understood child's future depended on mother's education
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1/2
Americans2012
Feb 11 @ 9:51 PM EST
@N_Davidson18
@Braz74
agree who cares how they get there as long ons they got there the GPS theory focus on standard create menu
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golliharsclass
Feb 11 @ 9:51 PM EST
@Braz74
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A6: Start from within the classroom & then move outward. Ss need to learn to respect & empathize w/ each other b4 expanding
Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:51 PM EST
@Americans2012
@daffodil_thief
now in math can take a pic of equation & it solves-so what Qs do we ask Ss to answer in math-rethink
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amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:51 PM EST
A6 cover topics that matter, call out injustices & inequalities in front of them, allow them to walk in others shoes
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:51 PM EST
Great reference... lol
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https://t.co/2DviKglZsO
khurdhorst
Feb 11 @ 9:45 PM EST
@amcrowe5
@Braz74
Me too. If testing was a person on Tinder, I'd swipe left & block!
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PaulSolarz
Feb 11 @ 9:51 PM EST
A6 - We read "Wonder" as a whole class Shared Reading to start the year. This builds our classroom community & teaches empathy.
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:52 PM EST
A6 Compassion-let ss always know you have their best interest at heart-put their success first-adapt and be flexible to allow growth
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SrtaLisa
Feb 11 @ 9:52 PM EST
A6: With current events I often ask them how they would feel. Empathy towards strangers makes compassion towards classmates the norm
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daffodil_thief
Feb 11 @ 9:52 PM EST
A6 Living in high poverty area, compassion is not punishing Ss for things beyond control: lack of materials, exhaustion, etc
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msgreenehistory
Feb 11 @ 9:52 PM EST
@amcrowe5
It's why connecting history to their own lives today is so important. The lessons of compassion are written in the content.
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DrLWalczak
Feb 11 @ 9:52 PM EST
YES! And sometimes we can make it so Ss even control WHAT.
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https://t.co/mYvgjLDcM5
Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:48 PM EST
THAT is such a great answer!!!!
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https://t.co/NFeSPa4X96
N_Davidson18
Feb 11 @ 9:42 PM EST
@Braz74
I control WHAT, but Ss often control HOW
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mrruzicka
Feb 11 @ 9:52 PM EST
A6 compassion thru helping Ss take on multi persps. Use sims incl. REAL monopoly, Paperclip game, labor unions. Create service club
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:52 PM EST
@Americans2012
@N_Davidson18
there is more than 1 way to reach a destination-- enjoy the journey
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GeoPenny
Feb 11 @ 9:52 PM EST
@dmfouts
I've had Ss be the "MC" during activities.... they loved it (and I could just monitor) :D
#funday
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JanetChowMSc
Feb 11 @ 9:53 PM EST
@sandyrotto
@PaulSolarz
On the ipad we use Tellagami or ChatterPix. Does same thing & embed in blogs or eportfolios
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:53 PM EST
@dmfouts
agreed and then supported to take risks and pushed to be great! Our kids deserve Passionate edu who aim for success in all
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amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:54 PM EST
@SrtaLisa
@khurdhorst
that's awesome, did the same before AP exam & before they got their scores. They're not defined by # or scores
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:54 PM EST
Q7 Challenge - teaching is challenging- how do you challenge your students to go beyond minimal expectations and achieve greatness?
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daffodil_thief
Feb 11 @ 9:54 PM EST
@msgreenehistory
@amcrowe5
YES YES YES This is why I'm becoming a T. Helping Ss improve their lives by trying to understand others
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:54 PM EST
that is awesome---
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https://t.co/yK6HTHlkG0
PaulSolarz
Feb 11 @ 9:43 PM EST
A5 - My students have same powers as I do. They call "Give me Five!" to direct the class, they make new rules & set daily goals.
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NKleinmeyer
Feb 11 @ 9:54 PM EST
A6: I coach 8th grade girls basketball. I know when to call a crying timeout on the court & in the classroom. Build relationships.
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SrtaLisa
Feb 11 @ 9:54 PM EST
@daffodil_thief
Our student demographic has changed dramatically. As teachers we are adjusting our perspective/expectations/attitude
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mrruzicka
Feb 11 @ 9:54 PM EST
A6 teach, facilitate and encourage growth mindset, pos talk, focus on process, empower Ss, disc current events and relate to Hist
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CHitch94
Feb 11 @ 9:55 PM EST
A6) Gets back to relationships - compassion for your Ss, compassion for neighbors, community, world.
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:55 PM EST
great word-- Wonder--
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https://t.co/hl1oXpFpsP
PaulSolarz
Feb 11 @ 9:51 PM EST
A6 - We read "Wonder" as a whole class Shared Reading to start the year. This builds our classroom community & teaches empathy.
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golliharsclass
Feb 11 @ 9:55 PM EST
@Braz74
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A6: S need to learn to empathize (not feel sorry for) historic struggles so they can appreciate the changes & distance moved
msgreenehistory
Feb 11 @ 9:55 PM EST
@CHitch94
All the A6 answers are making me sappy (in the best way!)
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:56 PM EST
A7 Challenge-When Ss turn in work always give + feedback but share areas for improvement-push them to do their best and support them
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RockThruHistory
Feb 11 @ 9:56 PM EST
A6- Consider students' circumstances before reacting to those students. That may help us act more compassionate.
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N_Davidson18
Feb 11 @ 9:56 PM EST
a6: Focus on relationships; not only T to S, but S to S as well.
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MsGeisleman
Feb 11 @ 9:57 PM EST
A6
@mrruzicka
ditto, growth mindset from day one with many opportunities to practice the skills
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Americans2012
Feb 11 @ 9:57 PM EST
Right
@Sekai_Toppin
have u ever heard anyone say that?
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https://t.co/ooY0WgkBrw
PaulSolarz
Feb 11 @ 9:57 PM EST
A7 - In my opinion, "Greatness" can be cultivated. It takes lots of conversations about purpose & effort with someone Ss respect.
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msgreenehistory
Feb 11 @ 9:57 PM EST
A7 - making it accessible and meaningful to their lives. Creating something from their learning drives them to excellence
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:57 PM EST
yes-great point-- know your ss- know where they come from where they are and help them get where want to go
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https://t.co/feMorSyA7V
RockThruHistory
Feb 11 @ 9:56 PM EST
A6- Consider students' circumstances before reacting to those students. That may help us act more compassionate.
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amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:57 PM EST
@Braz74
don't do this enough, but ask them what they'd give themselves, did they really put best effort in
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:58 PM EST
@msgreenehistory
great answer!!!
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SrtaLisa
Feb 11 @ 9:58 PM EST
@amcrowe5
@Braz74
I find that students are often more critical of themselves than I am when we grade with the same rubric.
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CHitch94
Feb 11 @ 9:58 PM EST
@amcrowe5
@Braz74
Ss are often much tougher on themselves than we would ever be.
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Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:59 PM EST
yes- give them voice in assessment process- not just creating but also analyzing their own work--
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https://t.co/O0pduQaovF
amcrowe5
Feb 11 @ 9:57 PM EST
@Braz74
don't do this enough, but ask them what they'd give themselves, did they really put best effort in
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golliharsclass
Feb 11 @ 9:59 PM EST
@Braz74
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A7: Inquiry sets the engagement to achieve beyond the mediocre. If Ss set the purpose they'll buy in & engage & work harder
Braz74
- Moderator
Feb 11 @ 9:59 PM EST
@golliharsclass
agreed!!
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