#4thchat Archive

#4thchat is a hashtag for teachers or anyone to talk about educational issues relating to 4th grade. Using #4thchat will create a network of 4th grade teachers or teachers working with 9-10 year olds across the world. We welcome anyone who 1. teaches 4th grade 2 .Works with 4th grade students and or 4th grade teachers 3. Likes 4th grade teachers (Groupies are encouraged).

Monday January 29, 2018
8:00 PM EST

  • MrsMurat Jan 29 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Would love your feedback on my semester long GSuite course for grades 9-12. Thank you! https://t.co/oL7JB3aL5Y #4thchat #admin2b #cdnedchat #edtechchat #flipclass #learnlap #masspchat #musedchat #nyedchat #socedchat #teacherwellness #vachat
  • participatechat Jan 29 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #4thchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/wGosi3qUXb
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Welcome to those of you joining us for #4thchat this evening. Paula here from New Orleans.
  • downrightdave Jan 29 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Hey #4thchat! Dave from Utah, excited to chat with you all tonight.
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Hi #4thchat friends! Excited to be here. Nancy from Mass. Of course we have to talk about the weather - little more snow on the way tonight - just an inch or so....but always fun.
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Tonight’s #4thchat topic is "The Fuss of Flexible Seating”.
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:03 PM EST
    How you doing Dave!!! How was your #DaveWeek? #4thchat Things settling down?
    In reply to @downrightdave
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Hello there, Paula! How are you, friend?! #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • skrocki_s Jan 29 @ 8:04 PM EST
    #4thchat very excited for this topic. Steph from NJ
  • ginakiyuna Jan 29 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Hi #4thchat! Gina here from Northern Cal! Excited to be with you all tonight!
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Happy Monday evening to you #4thchat tribe! I'm Jenn from IN. Looking forward to a talk about #flexibleseating.
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Congrats to our friend @JennRegruth who was honored by the United Way as Education Volunteer of the Year 2018 ! So proud of your efforts! #4thchat
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Hi, Steph! Glad you are here. Looking forward to your opinions on this topic! #4thchat
    In reply to @skrocki_s
  • educbiniguez Jan 29 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Hello #4thchat B here from Indiana University Bloomington!
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Had a PD form 4:30-6:30 tonight after school, so it’s been a long day. But glad to be here for #4thchat. How was your Monday?
    In reply to @JennRegruth
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:05 PM EST
    #4thchat Mark in Minnesota. Another busy good week.
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Daaavvvveee! #4thchat
    In reply to @downrightdave
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Hi Stephanie! Glad you're joining in tonight! Can't wait to hear your ideas. #4thchat
    In reply to @skrocki_s
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Hi, Gina! How's the weather in Cali today? Glad you are here for #4thchat.
    In reply to @ginakiyuna
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Hello, Dave. Glad you survived #daveweek. #4thchat
    In reply to @downrightdave
  • catherineeohare Jan 29 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Catherine O'Hare here from Coe College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Interested in teaching 3rd, 4th, or 5th game, so I'm excited for this chat! #4thchat
  • downrightdave Jan 29 @ 8:06 PM EST
    #DaveWeek was great! Then I had a presentation I had to give to a cohort of principles Thursday, so this past weekend was the first time in weeks I could actually relax for a second. #4thchat
    In reply to @ncarroll24
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Paula, my Monday was great! Nancy- you are sweet to mention this. Lots of folks doing great things! @plnaugle #4thchat
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Q1: Describe your current classroom setting? How are student desks arranged? Are there different places for Ss to work within the classroom? #4thchat
  • downrightdave Jan 29 @ 8:07 PM EST
    So deserving! Congratulations! #4thchat
    In reply to @ncarroll24, @JennRegruth
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Hi Gina - How are things in Northern Cal? #4thchat Glad you're here!
    In reply to @ginakiyuna
  • educthippler Jan 29 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Taylor here from Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. Majoring in Elementary Education. #4thchat
  • ginakiyuna Jan 29 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Considering I was awakened at 1am by the rodent we've been trying to be rid of -- and then stayed up until 3 am finishing a book, Monday was pretty good! #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle, @JennRegruth
  • skrocki_s Jan 29 @ 8:07 PM EST
    i'm really looking to hear about the practical ideas of implementing #flexibleseating . i've read a few interesting articles but putting it into practice is another thing. #4thchat
    In reply to @JennRegruth
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Great to have people from college joining us. #4thchat
    In reply to @catherineeohare
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Hi Berenice! Great you're joining in. #4thchat is a great group of folks!
    In reply to @educbiniguez
  • Dale_Chu Jan 29 @ 8:08 PM EST
    HAPPENING NOW: @plnaugle and @ncarroll24 moderating a talk on flexible seating. Follow along at #4thchat!
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Yikes! Rodents on the loose at 1 am is never a good way to start a day. #4thchat
    In reply to @ginakiyuna, @JennRegruth
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Hello, fellow Hoosier! Bummer about the Purdue loss yesterday...were you at the game? Glad you are here for #4thchat.
    In reply to @educthippler
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Hi Paula - I had a PD meeting after school from 3 - 5! I'm a bit beat too as then I had an online chat for a course I'm in. #4thchat Here now & HAPPY!
    In reply to @plnaugle, @JennRegruth
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:09 PM EST
    #4thchat Congrats! Schools are full of people that do lots of amazing things that we often don't know about.
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Dave- you are the leader on that! #4thchat
    In reply to @downrightdave, @ncarroll24
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Hi Mark! We are hearing about how COLD it is in Minnesota - even have the folks from Mass. running chilly! #4thchat
    In reply to @MarkNechanicky
  • ginakiyuna Jan 29 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Enjoying some nice weather, and looking forward to some warmth!! #4thchat
    In reply to @JennRegruth
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:10 PM EST
    You are right, Mark. It was fun to be around some amazing folks! #4thchat
    In reply to @MarkNechanicky
  • catherineeohare Jan 29 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1: Though I do not have a classroom of my own, and have never had one, if I did I would probably start with something where I could see all their faces (to get to know them), then switch it up throughout the year, maybe pods for group work. #4thchat
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:10 PM EST
    #4thchat A1 I am in my second year of flexible seating. Tables, no desk. Variety of seating choices. Many many seating charts when not open. It's been great!
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:10 PM EST
    So glad to have you! You'll soon see that all grades are wonderful but there's something real special about 4th! :) #4thchat
    In reply to @catherineeohare
  • downrightdave Jan 29 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1: 8 tables of 4 desks. Then a kidney table in the back. I don’t even have a desk to try and give us at least a little open space. #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • educbiniguez Jan 29 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Thank you, happy to be here! I'm majoring in Elementary and Special Education so I'm excited to see what I take from this #4chat #4thchat
    In reply to @ncarroll24
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Lol! That is warm for us! I am hoping for at least one GOOD snowstorm! #4thchat
    In reply to @ginakiyuna
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:11 PM EST
    A1: Desks arranged in groups of four. Some bean bag seats and pillows for reading individual chairs that can be moved around as needed is my current arrangement. #4thchat
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:11 PM EST
    You look like you're having fun in this pic!!! #4thchat
    In reply to @downrightdave
  • ginakiyuna Jan 29 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Things are good! So glad to be able to follow #4thchat without too many distractions!
    In reply to @ncarroll24
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:11 PM EST
    #4thchat A1 Core is 5 large rect. tables and a carpeted area for whole group. Have chairs, stools, yoga balls, wobble chairs, and seat crates.
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Good idea to be majoring in both. I think more districts will be looking for that dual cert. Good for you! #4thchat
    In reply to @educbiniguez
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:12 PM EST
    #4thchat A1 (it's fully funded) here are the tables: https://t.co/pZ0PoSb6er https://t.co/pZ0PoSb6er
  • Cris_Woo Jan 29 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Hey, I'm Cris. I am also at IU majoring in Elementary Education. I'm interested in teaching 3rd or 4th grade and am excited to hear what this chat has to say! #4thchat
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: Desks in groups and 3 large tables for groups and extra space. 28 kids take up a lot of space! #4thchat
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Dave, you always have so many students that it would be hard to have much free space left over. #4thchat
    In reply to @downrightdave
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Q2: What would you consider to be “Flexible Seating?” #4thchat
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:13 PM EST
    This is very true! It's all about your comfort level & putting clear practices into place. #4thchat
    In reply to @skrocki_s, @JennRegruth
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:13 PM EST
    I graduated from there, but my daughter is currently at Purdue, so I was torn! #4thchat
    In reply to @educthippler
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1 #4thchat Here are the stools: MARIUS Stool - IKEA https://t.co/QySI8yDBHv
  • HowardKiyuna Jan 29 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: Two rows of desks in semi circle. I’m in middle back row. Projector with doc cam. Count in back. Tables to side in back. Somehow desks up front in carpet. Traditional - I drive instruction (but I do it from amongst them). More couches soon. #4thchat
  • ginakiyuna Jan 29 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: we sit in small groups of 4 students, there is a library area with pillows and chairs for students to sit/lay on, a horseshoe table for small group, clipboards and pillows for kids to spread out order to work where they are comfy for Daily 5 #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A1 #4thchat If you like colors the same IKEA stools in colors: https://t.co/QipazmJo6W: Norwood Commercial Furniture NOR-AUH1200AC-SO Plastic Stack Stools 12" Height (Pack of 5): Industrial & Scientific https://t.co/jQaGMQGJaf
  • skrocki_s Jan 29 @ 8:14 PM EST
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A2: Seating that can quickly and easily be moved into a variety of arrangements to allow for varied groups, individual spaces, etc. #4thchat
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Hi, Cris! This is a great place to be! Welcome to #4thchat! I'm a 4th grade teacher just SE of Bloomington!
    In reply to @Cris_Woo
  • educbiniguez Jan 29 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A1: I am currently a student, but have worked in different classroom settings for file experience. One 1st grade class had flexible seating with about 5 tables of different sizes and heights with different seating arrangements such as yoga balls. #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:15 PM EST
    #4thchat A1. These ottomans were great at first but the covers fell apart. Skip these: https://t.co/NXuQNZqPE4
  • catherineeohare Jan 29 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A2: I would consider it a seating chart with multiple options. Students my not like the spot they're in, and teachers might, or vice versa, but having different options ready to go is always an option. #4thchat
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A1: When I had my class my students were placed in groups of 3 or 4. There was a space on a rug with 2 gaming chairs; lots of stools, I had an antique desk w/ cushioned chair; a couple of tables and some lamps. Tables had table cloths for a while. #4thchat
  • skrocki_s Jan 29 @ 8:15 PM EST
    #4thchat A2 Students having choices in where to sit when doing independent work. This includes smaller groups and individually. w/o excluding students looking to join a group.
  • HowardKiyuna Jan 29 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A2: Couches, tables, floor, lap desks, rocker chairs, office chairs, bean bags, table stilts. #4thchat
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Best Flexible Seating Options & Shopping Guide - WeAreTeachers https://t.co/jCfYpfpe3f #4thchat
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2: Flexible seating includes a variety of seats and places to work-at least part of the time! #4thchat
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A1 #4thchat These hold up great and the Ss love them: Classroom Seats - Soft at Lakeshore Learning https://t.co/0bw3wQSCCe
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:16 PM EST
    7 Outstanding K–8 Flexible Classrooms | Edutopia https://t.co/ekDo3zvjpR #4thchat
  • mrsapia_teach Jan 29 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Here’s my classroom update with #flexibleseating. Students designed and created a layout that fits their style. #classroomcribs #edchat #stuvoice #4thchat
  • educbiniguez Jan 29 @ 8:17 PM EST
    A2: I would consider flexible seating to be a classroom with a variety of options for students to find what seating arrangement is best for them and their performance #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Can't wait to hear how you manage the day to day selection of seats. #4thchat
    In reply to @MarkNechanicky
  • educthippler Jan 29 @ 8:17 PM EST
    A1: Although I currently do not have my own classroom; through my observations of other classrooms I like when the desks are in small groups with space for students to sit on the floor or in comfy chairs. A variety of seating options for the students. #4thchat
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:18 PM EST
    Jimmy- what an amazing space! Your room is sssooo big and cozy! #4thchat.
    In reply to @mrsapia_teach
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:18 PM EST
    It's crazy because you have so many students (32 right?) Hard to have flexibility with that many kiddos. #4thchat
    In reply to @downrightdave, @plnaugle
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:18 PM EST
    #4thchat A1 These are fabulous. I have 5. Expensive. 18inch for 4th grade 15 inch for 3rd. https://t.co/0uXHAMJcdH
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A great inspiration-thanks for sharing! #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:18 PM EST
    Q3: What are the benefits of changing where Ss are seated? What are the benefits of Ss ‘self-selecting’ where they sit? #4thchat
  • ginakiyuna Jan 29 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2: Great question! From an inclusion POV, I immediately thought rocking chairs, ball chairs, wobble chairs, nubby cushions, etc. I have all of the above. Realized it's also non-established/permanent seating. Kinda difficult w/ some kids with LD/special needs #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Bean bags are popular with the kids I bet! #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Which seats are the most coveted? Wobble chairs? Yoga balls? #4thchat
    In reply to @MarkNechanicky
  • educbiniguez Jan 29 @ 8:19 PM EST
    I really like this arrangement and the variety of options for the students #4thchat
    In reply to @mrsapia_teach
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:20 PM EST
    Wow, inspiring! #4thchat
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:20 PM EST
    That's an interesting take I hadn't thought of- thanks for sharing! #4thchat
    In reply to @ginakiyuna, @plnaugle
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:20 PM EST
    16 Awesome Flexible-Seating Classrooms That'll Blow Your Teacher Mind – Bored Teachers https://t.co/U5nsiDsHes #4thchat
  • ginakiyuna Jan 29 @ 8:21 PM EST
    My classroom at beginning of year #4thchat
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Congrats - Donor's choose is a great way to get supplies district might not pay for. #4thchat
    In reply to @MarkNechanicky
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:22 PM EST
    Classroom layout – what does the research say? - Teacher https://t.co/sccaau4U0H #4thchat
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A3: Anything kids have a choice in, empowers students and gets them ownership. Changing seats can keep them awake, comfortable, give them space, and physically set up for success! #4thchat
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:22 PM EST
    Glad you are here. Hope you'll enjoy it enough to join in another day too! #4thchat Feel free to ask questions or jump in any time.
    In reply to @Cris_Woo
  • catherineeohare Jan 29 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A3: Changing students' seating assignments gives them the opportunity to work with/get to know different students. Letting them choose where they want to sit helps them feel like they have a say in the classroom and it's not only run by you, the teacher. #4thchat
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:22 PM EST
    #4thchat A1 It has worked out. Some Ss like chairs, some like wobble, some like seat crates. Some like to switch it up. It's not been the issue I expected.
    In reply to @ncarroll24
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:23 PM EST
    I forgot you had so many - that's tough. But at least you have some different settings for them to work at. #4thchat
    In reply to @JennRegruth
  • skrocki_s Jan 29 @ 8:23 PM EST
    #4thchat Q3 Benefits could be the act of just getting up and moving, even a short distance. Benefits for student self-selecting could be allowing to determine what works best for them. Maybe one student works alone for reading but a small group for math. 1/2
  • ginakiyuna Jan 29 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A3: Benefits: give Ss a break from more exasperating classmates, and give others a chance to include those with sp. needs. Benefits of self-selecting, kids can be more productive/motivated #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:23 PM EST
    #4thchat A1 Made 6 of these. File folder crate, plywood, cut foam, stable fabric over. Other cushions store inside of here. crate-seats.jpg (500×384) https://t.co/MAJnboboYP
  • mrsreedsclass14 Jan 29 @ 8:23 PM EST
    Sorry jumping in 4th grade teacher from california #4thchat
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:24 PM EST
    Glad to hear it. Most likely because they know they can get there another day. #4thchat I used to have to assign my gaming chairs because they were so popular.
    In reply to @MarkNechanicky
  • educthippler Jan 29 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A2: Flexible seating is a seating arrangement that allows students to sit in a variety of different chairs, balls, cushions, couches, ect. The idea is to create a more comfortable environment that helps students be their best learning selves. #4thchat
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:24 PM EST
    I wouldn't trade a single one- they are so incredible sweet and hard working! We do all we can to work together! I allow the kids to decide as much as I possibly can! #4thchat
    In reply to @ncarroll24
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A3 #4thchat I have a lot more structured movement in my room and also can change up seating situations based on activity.
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:24 PM EST
    flexible seating research | Flexible Seating https://t.co/J3LOishpq5 #4thchat
  • educbiniguez Jan 29 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A3: Changing where the student sits benefits them because they can move around and find where they feel comfortable and in what seating arrangement they perform best. #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A2: Flexible seating would to me means choosing a place to sit & work. There might be comfy spaces, low lighting & a homey feel. #4thchat
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:25 PM EST
    Q4: Currently, how often do you change students seating? #4thchat
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:25 PM EST
    Hi, Cassandra! Jump in any time! We are talking flexible seating tonight. #4thchat
    In reply to @mrsreedsclass14
  • ginakiyuna Jan 29 @ 8:25 PM EST
    Totally agree!! It really does keep them interested, and curious! #4thchat
    In reply to @JennRegruth
  • educbiniguez Jan 29 @ 8:25 PM EST
    https://t.co/2rMqWJtTL8 Link to 1st grade classroom I worked in that I mentioned in my A1 #4thchat
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:25 PM EST
    You ARE so sweet! I bet you make them feel like a million bucks everyday! They are lucky to have you. #4thchat
    In reply to @JennRegruth
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:26 PM EST
    #4thchat A1 Ss have no desk, no storage there. One bin for ELA/Social another for math. Have not spent ANY time this year "cleaning" desks. https://t.co/QipazmrNfo : Storex Book Bins, 11-Inch, Assorted Colors, 30 Bins (STX70105U06C) : Office Products https://t.co/654y70t0UB
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:26 PM EST
    6 Problems with Flexible Seating in the Classroom - Clutter-Free Classroom https://t.co/e6KtTMHoOw #4thchat
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:26 PM EST
    .@ncarroll24 You get to see different rooms often...do many have flexible seating? #4thchat
  • Cris_Woo Jan 29 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A2: Flexible seating is when students can come into the classroom each day and choose where they sit. While this often results in a lot of students sitting in the same spots each day, they can sit with their friends this way, sometimes resulting in lowered concentration. #4thchat
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:26 PM EST
    I love these because I could quickly pull one up next to a student & work with them. Handy! #4thchat
    In reply to @MarkNechanicky
  • cybraryman1 Jan 29 @ 8:26 PM EST
    My Seating Plan page https://t.co/7ggtVOZlHF has flexible classroom that will blow your mind! My Learning Spaces page https://t.co/v6Os4P7VxY One tweet for 2 chats: #4thchat #edtechchat
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Q5: What might be some concerns about allowing Ss to self select their seating each day? #4thchat
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:27 PM EST
    They make me feel like a total rock star, so it evens out! :) #4thchat
    In reply to @ncarroll24
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A4 #4thchat Ss have a starting table that we assign at the end of the day. Then whole group (carpet) and pairs, trios, quads, etc. is randomly assigned for each activity. So many groupings.
  • mrsreedsclass14 Jan 29 @ 8:27 PM EST
    a3: the benefits of changing where students sit is it makes the students learn how to work with others. The benefits of Ss self selecting is they have to learn self control if they decide they want to sit with their friends #4thchat
    • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:18 PM EST
      Q3: What are the benefits of changing where Ss are seated? What are the benefits of Ss ‘self-selecting’ where they sit? #4thchat
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Some more than others. It is becoming more popular now. I think we see the need to get these kids learning in different environments. A far cry from when I was growing up sitting in a row alphabetically... #4thchat
    In reply to @JennRegruth
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:27 PM EST
    7 Ways to Creatively Fund a Classroom Makeover - WeAreTeachers https://t.co/017FALzFAD #4thchat
  • ginakiyuna Jan 29 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A4: because some of my Ss are a little sensitive to too much change, I change it about every 3 months. But give them heads-up that it's happening. Sometimes, finding right combos is like solving an LSAT problem... #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:28 PM EST
    #4thchat A4 This is easy to set up. I use the seating chart for carpet whole group. https://t.co/SsussBp6R3: Easily Turn Google Spreadsheets into Flashcards and Other Cool Stuff https://t.co/RdBeOb0RiG
  • mrsreedsclass14 Jan 29 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A4: every 4 to 6 weeks. #4thchat
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Mark, you should get commission from Amazon! Thanks for all of the great links. #4thchat
    In reply to @MarkNechanicky
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:28 PM EST
    #4thchat A4 I use the 5 groups for my (end of) next day table assignments: https://t.co/SsussBp6R3: Easily Turn Google Spreadsheets into Flashcards and Other Cool Stuff https://t.co/RdBeOb0RiG
  • downrightdave Jan 29 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A4: We change seats every month. #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Funding Your Flexible Classroom | Edutopia https://t.co/mdxxjs9DNW #4thchat
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:29 PM EST
    #4thchat A4 And you can use pairs, trios, quads. etc. https://t.co/SsussBp6R3: Easily Turn Google Spreadsheets into Flashcards and Other Cool Stuff https://t.co/RdBeOb0RiG
  • mrsreedsclass14 Jan 29 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A2: i would consider flexible seating the ability to have different kinds of seats and areas that students can sit to do work. #4thchat
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:29 PM EST
    For sure! I had some nuns as teachers and let me tell you, NO flexible seating allowed! #4thchat
    In reply to @ncarroll24
  • educbiniguez Jan 29 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A4: I currently don't have a classroom, but I would change the seating after every grading period ( 9 weeks) #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • skrocki_s Jan 29 @ 8:29 PM EST
    #4thchat Q5 Biggest concern substitute logistics? What do you do on days when you are absent from classroom? Too much socialization and not enough on topic conversations.
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:29 PM EST
    #4thchat A4 specifically this part of https://t.co/SsussBp6R3: Random Name Picker Instructions https://t.co/o1C6EnqPmE
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Kids just love using Clipboards too! For some reason they think it's really..cool! #4thchat Give them a floor & clipboard & they're happy! #4thchat
    In reply to @ginakiyuna, @plnaugle
  • ginakiyuna Jan 29 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A5: some Ss may feel left out, and not have someone choose to sit with them, also some Ss are just not productive when with each other all the time, so depends on the activity and the Ss #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • Cris_Woo Jan 29 @ 8:29 PM EST
    I'm a little bit confused what this question is asking. Can you clarify? What does Ss stand for? #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • educbiniguez Jan 29 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A5: Some problems could be students choosing to sit by their friends or in a seat where they would just be distracted #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A4: We change seats as needed. For helpers, for eyes, for talkers, organizers...whatever! #4thchat
  • FinkTeach Jan 29 @ 8:30 PM EST
    I change assigned seating once a week using a randomized seat selector (Excel spreadsheet). Encourages inclusivity. #4thchat
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:30 PM EST
    #4thchat These low profile clipboards stack the best. https://t.co/zC9vnzMwyv
  • mrsreedsclass14 Jan 29 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A1: i have 28 students in my class and they sit in groups of 4. desks are arranged so that almost no one has their back to the teacher. i also have two large tables that students can work at (although that isnt happening right now) #4thchat
    • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:07 PM EST
      Q1: Describe your current classroom setting? How are student desks arranged? Are there different places for Ss to work within the classroom? #4thchat
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:31 PM EST
    This is nice when you can rearrange on the fly! #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:31 PM EST
    #4thchat Check out flippity random name seating chart. I do a new seating chart for home spaces DAILY. No more excel. Click refresh until you get a chart you like. Takes seconds.
    In reply to @FinkTeach
  • educbiniguez Jan 29 @ 8:31 PM EST
    I agree. Some students may be left out and therefore not like the idea of self selecting their seats #4thchat
    In reply to @ginakiyuna, @plnaugle
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:32 PM EST
    Different height table is nice. Some kids need the taller while others prefer to be compact. #4thchat
    In reply to @educbiniguez, @plnaugle
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:32 PM EST
    #4thchat To be fair many things come from local stores if I can, but can't share a link for that. That's the challenge.
    In reply to @JennRegruth
  • ginakiyuna Jan 29 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Last year, I had a student who liked to stand to work. We had bed stilts for her to raise her desk on. A little cumbersome, but flexible enough for when needed. #4thchat
    In reply to @ncarroll24, @educbiniguez, @plnaugle
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:33 PM EST
    If you use yoga balls for some flexible seating, use an upside down frisbee to keep them in one spot. #4thchat
  • Cris_Woo Jan 29 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A3: Changing where students sit is important for students who are more prone to drama. (In my opinion, 3rd-7th grades) Older than that they start learning how to sit with their friends and where best to sit. However, teacher intervention may still be needed sometimes. #4thchat
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Your room looks sooo spacious & inviting! Love that you have students involved in designing. (BTW - just thinking about you the other day & wondered how you were doing. Glad to see you here!). #4thchat
    In reply to @mrsapia_teach
  • educthippler Jan 29 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A3: Classroom arrangement; from a students’ point of view, symbolizes their personality. Attention span, concentration, comprehension and the retaining of information can be influenced by where the student chooses to sit. #4thchat
  • catherineeohare Jan 29 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Q5: They would most likely want to sit by their best friend, and who's to say they won't get less things done by doing so. #4thchat
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Some kids really need that - it's a great option to be able to stand! I know I like to mix it up myself! #4thchat
    In reply to @ginakiyuna, @educbiniguez, @plnaugle
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:35 PM EST
    School Furniture Reflects Function https://t.co/SjrwmQvwCD #4thchat
  • FinkTeach Jan 29 @ 8:35 PM EST
    Sounds pretty cool. I’ve used flipping for Jeopardy but never as a seat selector. Just made a copy of the file. Will definitely check out, thx. #4thchat
    In reply to @MarkNechanicky
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:35 PM EST
    Expensive but sturdy!! #4thchat
    In reply to @MarkNechanicky
  • mrsreedsclass14 Jan 29 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A5: I think for me is the time it would take for me to figure out how to store their supplies. Do i assign them materials that they have to grab every morning or only give them certain things that they would need? i feel like grabbing their materials would take to long #4thchat
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:37 PM EST
    #4thchat I made one for this chat just now. Check out Groups of "#", Teams, and seating chart. Notice the refresh on each screen. Random Name Picker on https://t.co/SsussBp6R3 https://t.co/pSdYWK02WA
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A3: Benefits of changing seating is students get to know their classmates better. Gives them a chance to be near different people. Self selecting can be tricky - students learn self control. #4thchat (It might be hard not to sit next to a buddy everyday!).
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:37 PM EST
    I would definitely work better standing up. Right now the kids use 4 dictionaries or a science tub so they can stand. I am dying to get these: https://t.co/nWkBMzg7V6 #4thchat
    In reply to @ncarroll24, @ginakiyuna, @educbiniguez, @plnaugle
  • catherineeohare Jan 29 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A5: They would most likely want to sit by their best friend, and who's to say they won't get less things done by doing so. #4thchat
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:37 PM EST
    #4thchat Check out the link I just posted. I made it in 2 minutes.
    In reply to @FinkTeach
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:38 PM EST
    Q6: What support would you need from Admin or Parents to help with a new Flexible Seating/Learning option? #4thchat
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:39 PM EST
    Hi Jody! How are you? #4thchat
  • ginakiyuna Jan 29 @ 8:39 PM EST
    I'm starting to think I could do self-selecting more often if I give them guidelines similar to how we have it for #Daily5: must choose a place where you will work well, must choose to sit near someone who will not distract you vice/versa, & teach mindfulness with it #4thchat
    In reply to @ncarroll24
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A4: I tried to change seating every 3 weeks or so. But I see one of my colleagues (@SuzanneGalvin6 ) do it EVERYDAY. Ss self select - works amazingly well. #4thchat
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:39 PM EST
    For those of your using flexible seating do you have some guidelines in place? #4thchat
  • educthippler Jan 29 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A4: When I have my own classroom one day I plan to change the student's seating arrangements every month or so; this also depends on the personality of my class as a whole and classroom productivity. #4thchat
  • Cris_Woo Jan 29 @ 8:40 PM EST
    Q4: I would want to change up the seating every 4-5 weeks so that I could change it at the middle and end of the quarter. (Assuming my future school runs on quarters.) #4thchat
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:40 PM EST
    I think it would be worth the try! #4thchat I feel bad all those years that I didn't change seats as regularly as I should have.
    In reply to @ginakiyuna
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A6 #4thchat You have to build movement transitions into your routines. I try to think about what materials Ss need next, where they should be, indep. partner. etc. So you have to have a variety of intentional learning going on. Flexible seating by itself doesn't fix anything.
  • FinkTeach Jan 29 @ 8:40 PM EST
    Am having trouble opening the link. Can you repost please? #4thchat
    In reply to @MarkNechanicky
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A6: I would like to share research about flexible seating with parents and admin to gain support and then feedback after we give it a go. Financial support from admin would also be great. #4thchat
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:41 PM EST
    #4thchat https://t.co/pSdYWK02WA
    In reply to @FinkTeach
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:41 PM EST
    Q7: How could you restructure your current classroom so that Ss have a variety of options to help them learn without breaking the bank? #4thchat
  • mrsreedsclass14 Jan 29 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A6: The support i would need from Admin is just support in what im trying to do. for the parents it would be for them to understand this is a process and something we are trying to help students lean better #4thchat
    • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:38 PM EST
      Q6: What support would you need from Admin or Parents to help with a new Flexible Seating/Learning option? #4thchat
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:41 PM EST
    I had many clipboards but they never seemed to fit in any containers very nicely. I guess I needed low profile ones. #4thchat
    In reply to @MarkNechanicky
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:41 PM EST
    #4thchat Shortened URL for flippity demo: https://t.co/nDvPx1LR8d
  • ginakiyuna Jan 29 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A6: have parents helping to front-load Ss to prepare them for change, and how to deal when sitting next to someone they may not have chosen or get along with. Ts can front-load and prepare the of course, but helps if parents can talk with Ss too. #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:41 PM EST
    How does she do it every day?! I would love to hear more! #4thchat
    In reply to @ncarroll24, @SuzanneGalvin6
  • educthippler Jan 29 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A5: Concerns about allowing students to self select their seating each day would be how this act may reinforce cliques within the classroom and students may choose seats that are not conducive to success. #4thchat
  • skrocki_s Jan 29 @ 8:42 PM EST
    #4thchat Q6 Admin- trust, materials, open-mindedness. Parents- trust, talking with students about how to make good seating choices in CR
  • educbiniguez Jan 29 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A6: I would share my ideas with admin and parents and act on their feedback #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:42 PM EST
    Do other classes in your school have the flexible seating arrangement you do? #4thchat
    In reply to @MarkNechanicky
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A6 #4thchat Our admin was supportive. Focus on S discussions and how Ss collaborate.
  • ginakiyuna Jan 29 @ 8:42 PM EST
    Ah! This is just what I was thinking of doing!! #4thchat I mentioned doing something like this to @ncarroll24 #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle, @ncarroll24
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:43 PM EST
    I like this idea! I think the random seat selector could help. Kids probably don't mind knowing their seats could be changed the following week. #4thchat
    In reply to @FinkTeach
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:43 PM EST
    #4thchat Out of 18 classrooms in the building 7 have flexible seating. Each as the T could borrow, fund, make, create.
    In reply to @ncarroll24
  • Cris_Woo Jan 29 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A4: I would want to change up the seating every 4-5 weeks so that I could change it at the middle and end of the quarter. (Assuming my future school runs on quarters.) #4thchat
  • educbiniguez Jan 29 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A7: If admin and parents support the idea, their could be good funding. The teacher I worked with started a go fund me page and got lots of support #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:44 PM EST
    Q8: Do rules need to be put in place? If so why? If not, why not? #4thchat
  • ginakiyuna Jan 29 @ 8:45 PM EST
    We used these. https://t.co/Vy1o4BoCto #4thchat
    In reply to @JennRegruth, @ncarroll24, @educbiniguez, @plnaugle
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:46 PM EST
    Kids come in and self select. Has to be somewhere different than day before. She doesn't have any desks. All diff options from low to high seating. Supplies in cubbies & other. #4thchat It's amazing how it works so well. #4thchat
    In reply to @JennRegruth, @SuzanneGalvin6
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A5 #4thchat I use Flippity to determine who you work with. You determine where you work. If that doesn't work you work by me while I help people. Who and where can be separated.
    In reply to @educthippler
  • Cris_Woo Jan 29 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A5: I would be concerned about groups of students taking advantage of this seating and always sitting with their friends or not paying attention. #4thchat
  • FinkTeach Jan 29 @ 8:46 PM EST
    This is awesome! Probably best to play around with it on my laptop not iPhone. Totally get the idea now, love the options. Will definitely explore! #4thchat
    In reply to @MarkNechanicky
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:46 PM EST
    If you need any help once you are on a larger screen just let me know. #4thchat
    In reply to @FinkTeach
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:47 PM EST
    Do you think more are leaning in this direction as the year goes on? #4thchat
    In reply to @MarkNechanicky
  • mrsreedsclass14 Jan 29 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A8: yes i think rules need to be put into place. Structure helps so that things can be kept for multiple years. #4thchat
  • educbiniguez Jan 29 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A8: Yes. Rules are always important. Ss can have flexible seating, but rules in the classroom and in respect of the seating should be enforced. #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • Cris_Woo Jan 29 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A6: I would need some general information about the student. Whether they have been in any trouble or if they are good friends with another student. I would also want to know if they tend to be more outspoken or stay more reserved. #4thchat
  • skrocki_s Jan 29 @ 8:47 PM EST
    #4thchat Q8. Some rules. Conversations should be on topic conversations. Work needs to be completed. All students are welcome to join any group where there is room if there is a limited number of seats in an area.
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:48 PM EST
    #4thchat Some are. It took me a few years to get my head wrapped around it and scrapping tables, grants, and spending own money to make it start.
    In reply to @ncarroll24
  • ginakiyuna Jan 29 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A8: For my classroom and pop of Ss, ABSOLUTELY! Some Ss are still learning to read social cues. Constant change can be hard, but good way to learn flexibility, and this is a great way. Rules help to add structure when there is not clear physical structure #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:48 PM EST
    Have heard of tubs but not frisbees - don't they slide around too? #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:48 PM EST
    Some nice resources found here - Flexible Seating https://t.co/qTuoLvs4eu #4thchat
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:49 PM EST
    #4thchat I like that I didn't do the whole room in one seating style. I have Ss who work well and love yoga balls. Seeing the bouncing drives me a bit crazy, but they are learning/working. I have 4 yoga balls max for that reason.
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:50 PM EST
    I haven’t tried frisbees, but was told they do the trick. #4thchat
    In reply to @ncarroll24
  • ginakiyuna Jan 29 @ 8:50 PM EST
    Our school uses these: https://t.co/dCnZ8akrcv #4thchat
    In reply to @ncarroll24, @plnaugle
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A8: I make a few very vague rules (respect the space, others). Amazing how kids know what you mean. I can always be more specific with those who need it. #4thchat
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:50 PM EST
    Q9: As teachers we are often creatures of habit - how can you inspire flexible seating at your next team/staff meeting for yourselves? #4thchat
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:50 PM EST
    This is very cool!!! Thanks for sharing. #4thchat
    In reply to @MarkNechanicky
  • educthippler Jan 29 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A6: I would first create a proposal that included the benefits of a flexible seating arrangement and the research behind the concept. This proposal would be presented to both the parents and admin; feedback would be encouraged. #4thchat
  • ginakiyuna Jan 29 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A9: is this like going into an elevator and facing the back? I guess sit in a different place? or if leading staff mtg, stand in a different place? #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:52 PM EST
    #4thchat I have the students put the yoga balls on a carpet sample (I have tile floors) otherwise I get this low almost thunder noise. Yoga balls are my challenge. Good for those Ss that need to move and engage core muscles.
    In reply to @JennRegruth, @ncarroll24, @plnaugle
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:53 PM EST
    A9: Oh my! I can't predict what would happen if we encouraged flexible seating at a staff meeting. But we do have one guy teacher who always brings a camping chair!! #4thchat
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:53 PM EST
    Excellent point, @MarkNechanicky . It's about the learning that is happening. Some seating arrangements are better for different types of learning situations. #4thchat
    • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:40 PM EST
      A6 #4thchat You have to build movement transitions into your routines. I try to think about what materials Ss need next, where they should be, indep. partner. etc. So you have to have a variety of intentional learning going on. Flexible seating by itself doesn't fix anything.
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:53 PM EST
    Classroom Eye Candy 1: A Flexible-Seating Paradise | Cult of Pedagogy https://t.co/9Gf0DXW4bd #4thchat
  • educbiniguez Jan 29 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A9: Maybe encouraging everyone to try it and see how it benefits them during the meeting #4thchat
    In reply to @plnaugle
  • Cris_Woo Jan 29 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A7: One of my elementary teachers had a marker that we could use on the desks. So rather than moving desks, students had the options to move their stuff. She made us pay rent and if we wanted to pay a lower rent for the week, we could go desk-less #4thchat
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:55 PM EST
    Our admin is on board and is having conversations about financial support. Worth having the discussion. #4thchat
    In reply to @JennRegruth
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:55 PM EST
    Literacy Loves Company: Flexible Seating: The Pros and Cons https://t.co/In6rhNoKdt #4thchat
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:55 PM EST
    #4thchat Flexible seating has made me think more purposefully about the movement and how transitions flow in my room as they connect to the learning activity.
    In reply to @ncarroll24
  • mertenladybugs Jan 29 @ 8:55 PM EST
    How do you manage supplies with self selecting daily ?#4thchat
    In reply to @ncarroll24, @SuzanneGalvin6
  • catherineeohare Jan 29 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A8: Rules should be put into place with the understanding of all of your students. It helps if they can be involved in the rule making process, that way they're more apt to follow them. #4thchat
  • JennRegruth - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A big welcome to these #4thchat newbies: @cris_woo @educbinguez and @educthippler. Give these guys a follow and show our #4thchat support!
  • Cris_Woo Jan 29 @ 8:56 PM EST
    A8: Rules should always be put in place. If students are not cooperating or not paying attention there are always punishments. Learning is more important than social hour. #4thchat
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:57 PM EST
    Trust is key in all those areas. It even goes along with the students - they need to know you trust the to make good choices & they also need to know that they need to trust your decisions if students must be moved. #4thchat
    In reply to @skrocki_s
  • MarkNechanicky Jan 29 @ 8:57 PM EST
    #4thchat The key thing for flexible seating is that you don't go from a desks in rows or pods teacher one day to all out flexible guru the next. We piloted the book boxes with used cardboard magazine boxes to see if that was going to work.
  • educbiniguez Jan 29 @ 8:58 PM EST
    completely agree #4thchat
    In reply to @ncarroll24, @skrocki_s
  • ncarroll24 - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:59 PM EST
    I think this is where there would need to be some parameters. 1. You must sit somewhere different than day before. 2. Must sit next to someone different. 3. You must give up your seat if.... etc. #4thchat
    In reply to @Cris_Woo
  • plnaugle - Moderator Jan 29 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Mark your calendars and plan on joining us next week when we discuss SEL/Kindness/Gratitude (SEL is social emotional learning) #4thchat