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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:30 PM EST

Welcome to #MakeItReal Share where you're from and and what you do!

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:30 PM EST

Come on over to #Makeitreal for another great 30 min #kidsdeserveit

Jay_Eitner Dec 7 @ 9:30 PM EST

Jay - Superintendent in NJ #MakeItReal

mrnesi Dec 7 @ 9:30 PM EST

First timer! Chris fr NJ, HS T and host of the #HouseofEdTech Podcast (https://t.co/t3pkvLcpTA) #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:30 PM EST

Welcom Jay! Thanks for coming to #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:31 PM EST

I'm Denis, K-12 math supervisor, father of 4, author of Instant Relevance, and loving all the ideas #MakeItReal brings each week!

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:31 PM EST

Join me tomorrow on Youtube Live for #LeadUpTeach at 8:30 EST with @VealHeidi @LauraGilchrist4 and @ElisaBostwick #makeitreal #kidsdeserveit

EHSMrsJ Dec 7 @ 9:31 PM EST

Continue the conversations #ohedchat #kidsdeserveit #ewalkthrough #MakeItReal & join us tomorrow at 4PST/6CST for #seesawchat!

Seesaw Dec 6 @ 4:44 PM EST

Join us Thursday for #SeesawChat we are talking about #coding & all things #CSEdWeek #hourofcode 4 pm PST Guest host @EHSMrsJ will rock it!

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:31 PM EST

Hi Chris! Thanks for bringing the house to the #MakeItReal house

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ChouinardJahant Dec 7 @ 9:31 PM EST

Good evening #MakeItReal Melissa from Katy TX

mrnesi Dec 7 @ 9:31 PM EST

my pleasure! #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:31 PM EST

Hi Julie! #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:32 PM EST

Welcome back! Great to see you this week! #MakeItReal

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vbordano Dec 7 @ 9:32 PM EST

Bordano, instructional coach from TX #MakeItReal

burgessdave Dec 7 @ 9:32 PM EST

Jump into #MakeItReal for a 30 min chat w/ @MathDenisNJ #tlap #KidsDeserveIt

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EHSMrsJ Dec 7 @ 9:32 PM EST

Hey #MakeItReal, one of my forever students sent me this pic yesterday! What a relevant way to tackle germ prevention! 😂

MissBertelsBLMS Dec 7 @ 9:32 PM EST

Wednesday nights are my favorite twitter chat nights! Hi, #makeitreal! Olivia - 7th grade ELA in KS

itsmeSpiri Dec 7 @ 9:33 PM EST

Hey #makeitreal friends Spiri from PA, excited to join in 😊

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:33 PM EST

Hi Veronica! #makeitreal

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WPMadden Dec 7 @ 9:33 PM EST

Bill from Pennsylvania. Teach 6th grade math, sci, and ss. #MakeItReal

EdTechTV Dec 7 @ 9:33 PM EST

Hi all, Brent here, comm college prof in California #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:33 PM EST

Last week in #Makeitreal we talked Beginning With Relevance. Find the chat archive here https://t.co/K82k8Zh6UU

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:33 PM EST

My daughter will love this #Makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

HI! Thanks for being a part of #Makeitreal tonight

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amysoupy Dec 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

Amy, 4th grade ELAR from San Antonio, TX #MakeItReal

MrRussoRH Dec 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

Good evening #MakeItReal friends! Hope everyone is well tonight!😊

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

Hi! Bringing Gifs...before the holidays! #Makeitreal

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CourtneyKofeldt Dec 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

Courtney, edtech supervisor from West Chester, PA. Excited for the #makeitreal discussion tonight.

itsmeSpiri Dec 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

Hello my friend 😊 #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

Welcome! Looking forward to your thoughts tonight #Makeitreal

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LeeAraoz Dec 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

Hi everyone! I'm Lee, an instructional coach jumping from NY. :-) #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

Glad you've returned! #Makeitreal

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ChouinardJahant Dec 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

#MakeItReal Hello my friend!

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smarterteacher Dec 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

Brian, Teaching #LEARNING and #Science through the 6 C's #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:35 PM EST

Hi Amy! Thanks for coming to #Makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:35 PM EST

HI!! So glad you could make it. #Makeitreal

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brandee_brandt Dec 7 @ 9:35 PM EST

Brandee Brandt, San Antonio TX - 8th grade ELA #MakeItReal

EdTechTV Dec 7 @ 9:35 PM EST

Glad to be back! Thx for the reminder 🔔#MakeItReal

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MrRussoRH Dec 7 @ 9:35 PM EST

Good evening #MakeItReal friends! Todd from NY-hope everyone is well!!!😊

SlaterPBISMN Dec 7 @ 9:35 PM EST

Proud Leader of the @Wyomingwildcats in MN #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:35 PM EST

Excellent! Glad to have you with us #Makeitreal

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itsmeSpiri Dec 7 @ 9:35 PM EST

Hey Courtney Hope all is well 😊 #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:36 PM EST

Question 1 is blowing in in 1 minute! #MakeItReal

WPMadden Dec 7 @ 9:36 PM EST

glad I can make it! #MakeItReal

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LeeAraoz Dec 7 @ 9:36 PM EST

Happy to be here! #MakeItReal

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smarterteacher Dec 7 @ 9:36 PM EST

Love the Miracle on 34th Street reference. Love the old Christmas movies. #MakeItReal

mrnesi Dec 7 @ 9:36 PM EST

How are you! #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:37 PM EST

Q1: HOw do you make homework RELEVANT and not just ROUTINE? #MakeItReal

EdTechTV Dec 7 @ 9:37 PM EST

Creep around much with that gif?😂😂 #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:37 PM EST

Hi! How's the book coming?> #Makeitreal

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phhscience Dec 7 @ 9:37 PM EST

Glenn from Michigan #makeitreal

LeeAraoz Dec 7 @ 9:37 PM EST

I'm great! How are you doing, Chris? #MakeItReal

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ChouinardJahant Dec 7 @ 9:38 PM EST

What a crowd! This is gonna rock! @MathDenisNJ #MakeItReal

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MrSmall215 Dec 7 @ 9:38 PM EST

A1: make it an extension of a project. #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:37 PM EST

Q1: HOw do you make homework RELEVANT and not just ROUTINE? #MakeItReal

burgessdave Dec 7 @ 9:38 PM EST

A1: Stop giving assignments and start giving CHALLENGES! #MakeItReal #StudentsAreUpForAChallenge #MeToo

Jay_Eitner Dec 7 @ 9:38 PM EST

A1) Friends don’t let friends give homework unless it has DIRECT CORRELATION to what your doing in class! I rarely assigned it. #makeitreal

mrnesi Dec 7 @ 9:38 PM EST

A1: For me HW extends the classroom experience and further develops Ss connection to content NOT keep them busy/waste time. #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:39 PM EST

Absolutely! Challenge the mind, and challenge the new skills they've learned #Makeitreal

In reply to @burgessdave

SteinbrinkLaura Dec 7 @ 9:39 PM EST

Laura from Missouri ! #MakeItReal

vbordano Dec 7 @ 9:39 PM EST

A1: Loaded question...must be designed so Ss have passion for it--they need to want to do homework.T's shouldn't need to assign #MakeItReal

smarterteacher Dec 7 @ 9:39 PM EST

Relevance comes from How the material is used in your classroom and beyond. #MakeItReal

itsmeSpiri Dec 7 @ 9:39 PM EST

Let the GIF giving begin 😊 #MakeItReal

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EHSMrsJ Dec 7 @ 9:39 PM EST

A1: I always offer choice for big kids, homework menus/tic-tac-toe boards, etc. #MakeItReal

SlaterPBISMN Dec 7 @ 9:39 PM EST

We are getting ready for Math Around the school and @MathDenisNJ book is making us #MakeItReal for our Elementay students and staff

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:39 PM EST

Yes! My 12 yr old did 20 problems she already knew, just for points tonight. #Makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:40 PM EST

Yes! Some hwk is worth the practice, but try to make Ss see the value first! #Makeitreal

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MrRussoRH Dec 7 @ 9:40 PM EST

A1: make assignments meaningful and pertinent to extending learning. More of the same is not relevance- it is redundant! 😊#MakeItReal

mrnesi Dec 7 @ 9:40 PM EST

that's the worst #MakeItReal

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MissBertelsBLMS Dec 7 @ 9:40 PM EST

A1: I'll be honest on this one - not a big homework kinda teacher...but that's another conversation! #MakeItReal

branowar Dec 7 @ 9:40 PM EST

A1: I don't give homework. 😬 But I do want my stuff to be awesome enough that they'll think and talk about it at home. #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant Dec 7 @ 9:40 PM EST

#MakeItReal Less homework, more extensions of classwork, choice of demo of knowledge, toss the WS & let them get creative

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:40 PM EST

Great to hear! Make sure they share ideas, blogs, and pics here at #Makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:41 PM EST

no...the worst was the day she had 60 to do #Makeitreal

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WPMadden Dec 7 @ 9:41 PM EST

A1: Design your own hw & think about ur Ss when creating. Bring their lives and interests into their work, their learning #makeitreal

itsmeSpiri Dec 7 @ 9:41 PM EST

A1) No homework, but I do ask them to observe their environ & question things #TimeToBeCurious #QuestionItAll #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:41 PM EST

Perfect! I'm for rebranding anything Ss do at home. NOt Homework. but challenges, inquiry, investigation...#Makeitreal

In reply to @MissBertelsBLMS

mrnesi Dec 7 @ 9:42 PM EST

A great approach! #makeitreal

branowar Dec 7 @ 9:40 PM EST

A1: I don't give homework. 😬 But I do want my stuff to be awesome enough that they'll think and talk about it at home. #MakeItReal

LeeAraoz Dec 7 @ 9:42 PM EST

I don’t give nightly HW assignments. My Ss work on projects and/or “side dishes” like blogging. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:42 PM EST

THAT"S PERFECT! Hwk should be about their lives. Ss are getting schoolwork to do at home instead #Makeitreal

In reply to @itsmeSpiri

YandellsPlace Dec 7 @ 9:42 PM EST

Julie from N. Texas..jumping in late! 5th grade ELA #Makeitreal

SteinbrinkLaura Dec 7 @ 9:42 PM EST

A1: Should not be new material or excessive, and should get reasonably timed feedback. I seldom give hmwrk & never busy work.#MakeItReal

SlaterPBISMN Dec 7 @ 9:42 PM EST

A1 challenge them to a contest and get your game face on! When a @jakejaniszewski turns work into a contest #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:43 PM EST

Question 2 plows its way in in 1 minute! #MakeItReal

CourtneyKofeldt Dec 7 @ 9:43 PM EST

A1: Ss should want to extend their learning, don't stunt it w/ busy work. challenged Ss to find examples at home (pop culture,) #makeitreal

WPMadden Dec 7 @ 9:44 PM EST

A1: I've only given 6 assignments this year in math & Ss keep asking me what & when the next one is #makeitreal

LeeAraoz Dec 7 @ 9:44 PM EST

EVIDENCE of LEARNING should be on a CHILD… NOT on a worksheet! We MUST teach students to CREATE content! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:44 PM EST

Q2 is about transforming Hwk. See the image #makeitreal

vbordano Dec 7 @ 9:44 PM EST

A1-wondering how we shift parent perceptions on homework/ #MakeItReal

brandee_brandt Dec 7 @ 9:44 PM EST

A1: extend the learning to what Ss are interested in doing #MakeItReal

mrnesi Dec 7 @ 9:44 PM EST

HI! #makeitreal

In reply to @CourtneyKofeldt

branowar Dec 7 @ 9:44 PM EST

I get emails sometimes with random questions related to things we discuss in class. Makes me want to high-five someone. #MakeItReal

In reply to @mrnesi

smarterteacher Dec 7 @ 9:44 PM EST

Homework should never be this ...or it will become this ... #MakeItReal

SlaterPBISMN Dec 7 @ 9:44 PM EST

A1 kindergarten teachers are making challenge bags that give kids practice but it will not be aworksheet really excited to watch #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:44 PM EST

Fantastic! I"m putting this one up on the wall #Makeitreal

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Jay_Eitner Dec 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

A2) relate it to them! It’s win-win! You get to be hip and in the know and they get to do something they will enjoy. Duh! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

carefully, with evidence, and open communication #Makeitreal

In reply to @vbordano

mrnesi Dec 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

that's what we work for! #MakeItReal

In reply to @branowar

burgessdave Dec 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

Great question, Veronica!! #MakeItReal

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EdTechTV Dec 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

Bad timing - pulled away for dinner! #MakeDinnerReal #Makeitreal

ChouinardJahant Dec 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

A1 #Makeitreal Turn education on its head get rid of antiquated ideas. Let Ss own their learning. Let them decide what practice they need.

itsmeSpiri Dec 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

Ss need time to think deeply about the world around them, how to innovate, create, don't need worksheet #MakeItReal

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phhscience Dec 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

If the Ss don't understand the material why give it for homework and if the S understand the material why give it for homwk #MakeItReal

LeeAraoz Dec 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

STUDENT CHOICE = DEEPER LEARNING Think of your class as a radio station (or Pandora or Spotify). #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

#Makeitreal #EatItRealFast

In reply to @EdTechTV

amysoupy Dec 7 @ 9:46 PM EST

A1: got rid of all hmwk except a weekly letter. I write to Ss & they write back. Single best way to get to know my Ss #MakeItReal

mrnesi Dec 7 @ 9:46 PM EST

A2: #CHOICE. Making an assignment relevant. IE Not writing an essay, but a series of instagram posts or tweets. #makeitreal

smarterteacher Dec 7 @ 9:46 PM EST

A.1 It is one of the things, #FlipClass Teachers must figure out first. How to make the "Flipped"content relevant. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:46 PM EST

Some of the greatest mathematical minds are characterized as "slow." They were just thinking deeply #Makeitreal

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vbordano Dec 7 @ 9:46 PM EST

A2 Have seen @aderteach pose ?'s in Google classroom-has my daughter racing to find answers-builds wonderment #kidscollaborating #MakeItReal

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MissBertelsBLMS Dec 7 @ 9:46 PM EST

A2: Ask kids to have thematic conversations w. family then chat about it in class the next day - instant buy-in #makeitreal

mrnesi Dec 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

No I'm slow. #mathdoesntcomenaturally ;-) #makeitreal

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CourtneyKofeldt Dec 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

A2: Ss want to explore/ tinker- have them find different platforms to illustrate their knowledge. Videos, blogs, infographics #MakeItReal

WPMadden Dec 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

A2: Take time to get to know ur Ss & connect it to their interests. Can't underestimate power of relationships #makeitreal

smarterteacher Dec 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

A.2 CHOICE is a must... Choice = Ownership = Value = Engagement = #LEARNING #MakeItReal

SteinbrinkLaura Dec 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

A:1 Hard to shift some Ts idea of hw more than Ps for me. DOK doesn't increase due to # of probs. #MakeItReal

vbordano Dec 7 @ 9:44 PM EST

A1-wondering how we shift parent perceptions on homework/ #MakeItReal

MissBertelsBLMS Dec 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

Holy moly. You're a genius. Why didn't I think of this?! #makeitreal

amysoupy Dec 7 @ 9:46 PM EST

A1: got rid of all hmwk except a weekly letter. I write to Ss & they write back. Single best way to get to know my Ss #MakeItReal

itsmeSpiri Dec 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

Honestly, I think many would welcome it, be transparent #MakeItReal

In reply to @vbordano

Ryan7Read Dec 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

Hello everyone Ryan from IL stopping in #MakeItReal

mrnesi Dec 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

A2: Model #StarTrek - encourage Ss to go where they haven't been before! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:48 PM EST

Let's get that #growthmindset going. Slow is good! Rapidity does not equal intelligence #Makeitreal

In reply to @mrnesi, @itsmeSpiri

EHSMrsJ Dec 7 @ 9:48 PM EST

A2: This. ⬇️ Have to figure out what they like, what they're in https://t.co/S8QIRtuEqb projects/assignments around that. #MakeItReal

EHSMrsJ Aug 3 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3: Talk to them, survey them, study them. #MakeItReal https://t.co/aFV8GRLWtD

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:48 PM EST

you mean they don't all do the same poster or ppt presentation? ;) #Makeitreal

In reply to @CourtneyKofeldt

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:48 PM EST

Nailed it #Makeitreal

In reply to @WPMadden

LeeAraoz Dec 7 @ 9:49 PM EST

Seven Creative Alternatives to Showing Movies Before the Break via @spencerideas #MakeItReal https://t.co/5Dj6WXuQZX

YandellsPlace Dec 7 @ 9:49 PM EST

I think some see homework as having RIGOR. Nope! #MakeItReal #kidsdeserveit

MrRussoRH Dec 7 @ 9:49 PM EST

A2: seek input from your Ss, extend learning instead of giving more of the same, connect it to a purpose that Ss can see. #MakeItReal

itsmeSpiri Dec 7 @ 9:49 PM EST

Slow and steady wins the race 😊 #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

CourtneyKofeldt Dec 7 @ 9:49 PM EST

I do love a good recipe ;) but not when it involves student work! #MakeItReal

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ChouinardJahant Dec 7 @ 9:49 PM EST

#makeitreal A2 Ask thought provoking open ended ques that are relevant & purposeful. They will feel empowered to investigate.

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phhscience Dec 7 @ 9:49 PM EST

A2 Ss - Tt relationships are more important than rigor, relevance ,tech. Ss will learn if they believe T care about them. #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:50 PM EST

Stick around for Question 3 in 1 minute #makeitreal

wpmsad Dec 7 @ 9:50 PM EST

Great idea from #makeitreal chat. Don't call HW or projects assignments, call them challenges. I'm implementing this tom!

leefink Dec 7 @ 9:50 PM EST

Aother Lee, @cwra_beat program manager from Philly joining very late.#MakeItReal

In reply to @LeeAraoz, @cwra_beat

amysoupy Dec 7 @ 9:50 PM EST

A2: instead of asking comp. ?s about NF article, I ask what did you learn you didn't know before and what's your evidence? #MakeItReal

smarterteacher Dec 7 @ 9:50 PM EST

MORE does not mean BETTER #MakeItReal

YandellsPlace Dec 7 @ 9:49 PM EST

I think some see homework as having RIGOR. Nope! #MakeItReal #kidsdeserveit

LeeAraoz Dec 7 @ 9:50 PM EST

Genius Hour is a great way to facilitate student empowerment. Start slowly and establish guidelines. #MakeItReal https://t.co/k89TskJ0AP

SlaterPBISMN Dec 7 @ 9:50 PM EST

Let students create a movie using @TouchCast instead of watching one they would love it! #Makeitreal

In reply to @TouchCast

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:50 PM EST

A2: Asking "low floor, high ceiling" questions is great. All can enter the question, all finish at their level #Makeitreal

perfinker Dec 7 @ 9:50 PM EST

#imaginEDchat is 10 minutes away. Make that tea! Brew that coffee-egg nog-latte thing! #MakeItReal #engagechat #edchat #WednesdayWidsom

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:51 PM EST

Q3 What Assignment would you be ecstatic to see your kids bring home? Share examples that were Relevant to your students, too! #makeitreal

wpmsad Dec 7 @ 9:51 PM EST

. @burgessdave Another awesome idea from you Dave!#makeitreal

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brandee_brandt Dec 7 @ 9:51 PM EST

A2: gaming - turn it into a game #MakeItReal

LeeAraoz Dec 7 @ 9:51 PM EST

Hey, Lee! Come on in. The water’s perfect! :-) #MakeItReal

In reply to @leefink

ChouinardJahant Dec 7 @ 9:51 PM EST

Great idea! Investigations and explorations #makeitreal

In reply to @wpmsad

smarterteacher Dec 7 @ 9:51 PM EST

CHOICE does not mean different Handout/Worksheets #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:52 PM EST

Awesome. Develop your own badges too! #Makeitreal

In reply to @brandee_brandt

ChouinardJahant Dec 7 @ 9:52 PM EST

#makeitreal Yes! Webquest, coding, makerspace creations

In reply to @brandee_brandt

SlaterPBISMN Dec 7 @ 9:52 PM EST

Schools are always looking at ways to teach social skills so that students can be successful. Why not let the students create it #Makeitreal

MrSmall215 Dec 7 @ 9:53 PM EST

A3: The cause paper. Kids research a cause and write an essay around it. The amount kids learn is silly. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:51 PM EST

Q3 What Assignment would you be ecstatic to see your kids bring home? Share examples that were Relevant to your students, too! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:53 PM EST

We've got #makeitreal merch now too! All proceeds go to Leukemia research.

SteinbrinkLaura Dec 7 @ 9:53 PM EST

A2: I quit telling Ss the specific product I want. I tell them what I want them to learn for projects & they choose the "how.". #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant Dec 7 @ 9:53 PM EST

A2 #Makeitreal Choice is not worksheets but an Empowerment to create anything you want to demonstrate knowledge

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:54 PM EST

exactly. Let the product be their idea and let your ability as a teacher be what assesses their knowledge #Makeitreal

In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura

leefink Dec 7 @ 9:54 PM EST

A2 Ask students to jot down think abt 3 or 4 questions they'd like to have answered about topic. #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ, @suzieprof

itsmeSpiri Dec 7 @ 9:54 PM EST

Relabeling? Or revising? Or both? #MakeItReal

In reply to @wpmsad

MrRussoRH Dec 7 @ 9:54 PM EST

A2.1 #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:55 PM EST

Thanks for joining #MakeItReal and filling our idea boxes with great new ways to engage students at home!

ChouinardJahant Dec 7 @ 9:55 PM EST

A2 #Makeitreal Ask Ss how they learn best, what can they do to help themselves learn? Options and ownership of their learning is key.

WPMadden Dec 7 @ 9:55 PM EST

A3: anything that has them ecstatic would make me ecstatic. My Ss this yr used bottle flipping 2 measure dist& compare abslt vlu #makeitreal

MissBertelsBLMS Dec 7 @ 9:55 PM EST

A3: How about literally anything that they're excited to take beyond school walls, mentally or physically? #Makeitreal

smarterteacher Dec 7 @ 9:55 PM EST

One of my favorites is having students do an iMovie explaining one or two GOOD problems. #MakeItReal https://t.co/zG6c6CXOvg

smarterteacher Dec 7 @ 9:55 PM EST

One of my favorites is having students do an iMovie explaining one or two GOOD problems. #MakeItReal https://t.co/5k9IM9r3sg

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:55 PM EST

I blogged about that! https://t.co/Bld7kZd4N3 #makeitreal

In reply to @WPMadden

LeeAraoz Dec 7 @ 9:56 PM EST

We must each Ss to use tech to CREATE CONTENT. Google Docs worksheets on Chromebooks are still WORKSHEETS! @smarterteacher #MakeItReal

SlaterPBISMN Dec 7 @ 9:56 PM EST

Hey Ps how do we make it real at staff meetings. If we want teachers to #MakeItReal we have to try and do the same. Model what you want2 C

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:56 PM EST

Yes! If it matters to them, use it to #makeitreal

In reply to @MissBertelsBLMS

ChouinardJahant Dec 7 @ 9:56 PM EST

Mic drop! #geniushour #interest #makeitreal

In reply to @MissBertelsBLMS

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:57 PM EST

Thank you all for all you do every day and for sharing it with us each week! #MakeItReal Every Day!

MrRussoRH Dec 7 @ 9:57 PM EST

A3: create your own.... take an idea recently discussed in class...go deeper, create interest, seek connection with home! #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant Dec 7 @ 9:57 PM EST

A3 #Makeitreal Podcasting, blogging collaborating towards a common goal- creating excitement through curiosity & Discrepant events

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:58 PM EST

Check out the chat archive and more #makeitreal resources at https://t.co/JmvfnZECrl anytime

SteinbrinkLaura Dec 7 @ 9:58 PM EST

A3: Hw that can be done independently , creates excitement, & deepens knowledge for Ss. #MakeItReal

smarterteacher Dec 7 @ 9:58 PM EST

Creativity in Constraint Create Pecha Kucha Story 20 slides x 20 seconds 6:40 #MakeItReal https://t.co/cSFxVLE8L7

smarterteacher Dec 7 @ 9:58 PM EST

Creativity in Constraint Create Pecha Kucha Story 20 slides x 20 seconds 6:40 #MakeItReal https://t.co/tvrj3nsBUX

WPMadden Dec 7 @ 9:58 PM EST

Nice! Ss loved it, 2 Made videos w/ their pets flipping which led 2 more video competitions against peers pets #MakeItReal

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MrRussoRH Dec 7 @ 9:58 PM EST

A3.1:anything that my child could explain WHY they were doing and that they could see the connection to what they were learning 😊#MakeItReal

itsmeSpiri Dec 7 @ 9:58 PM EST

Girl, you are an FIRE tonight! YOWZAAAAAH #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:59 PM EST

There's math, science, experimentation, and social dynamics in that. So much to learn from their passion #makeitreal

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vbordano Dec 7 @ 9:59 PM EST

A3-had Ss assign herself task of inserting subtitles in video where Spanish speaking grandmother shared a narrative #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant Dec 7 @ 9:59 PM EST

A3 #Makeitreal To finish the human body unit my Ss are creating superheros & explaining how they can have their abilities biologically

amysoupy Dec 7 @ 9:59 PM EST

A3 I use blogging bc Ss are very motivated right now to share online. It's safe and is connecting them to each other and world! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 9:59 PM EST

Good call. New 1st Question for my kids. Why do you have homework? not What do you have for homework #makeitreal

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brandee_brandt Dec 7 @ 10:00 PM EST

Blogging, YouTube channel - things that are truly engaging to their world. I had Ss create YouTube channel to share with peers #MakeItReal

leefink Dec 7 @ 10:00 PM EST

A2 #MakeItReal #Dataliteracy Ss talk abt their teachers. Hw rather than opinion, how would they construct a survey that was evidence based?

WPMadden Dec 7 @ 10:00 PM EST

absolutely. Great ideas! & makes learning for them so much fun and work for me even more fun! #MakeItReal

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LeeAraoz Dec 7 @ 10:00 PM EST

We must offer students DIFFERENT options to demonstrate evidence of learning w/ CHOICE BOARDS like this https://t.co/SkSOWtEimC #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant Dec 7 @ 10:00 PM EST

Got a spark of inspiration from all of you amazing educators #makeitreal

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amysoupy Dec 7 @ 10:00 PM EST

Thanks @MathDenisNJ for hosting. That went by too fast. #MakeItReal

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vbordano Dec 7 @ 10:01 PM EST

A3-Basically I'd be ecstatic if it was anything growing their brain that was driven by their own interests #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant Dec 7 @ 10:01 PM EST

Always too fast Denis @MathDenisNJ #Makeitreal Thank you for another inspiring chat!

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MrRussoRH Dec 7 @ 10:01 PM EST

love it!!! great question.I want to know as a parent that they can explain the connection/how it will help! #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:01 PM EST

Agreed! Check out the archive and go over tweets you missed! #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:02 PM EST

Yes and Yes. Take what they love and give them a chance to challenge their thinking about it! #makeitreal

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ChouinardJahant Dec 7 @ 10:02 PM EST

Thank you #Makeitreal family! Always love learning from all of you!

itsmeSpiri Dec 7 @ 10:03 PM EST

Thank you #makeitreal friends & @MathDenisNJ always great inspiration & ideas ...Have a great night 😴

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MrRussoRH Dec 7 @ 10:03 PM EST

love this!!! Used to have kids do think-tac-toe. This makes me think of that! #makeitreal

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vbordano Dec 7 @ 10:04 PM EST

Thank you @MathDenisNJ and #MakeItReal folks-have a great Thursday! https://t.co/D319ySy3mU

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Dec 7 @ 10:04 PM EST

Join me tomorrow night for #leadupteach at 8:30 EST on Youtibe LIve! HOpe to see you there #makeitreal and #kidsdeserveit

whipplescott Dec 7 @ 10:04 PM EST

This is cool #makeitreal

LeeAraoz Dec 7 @ 10:00 PM EST

We must offer students DIFFERENT options to demonstrate evidence of learning w/ CHOICE BOARDS like this https://t.co/SkSOWtEimC #MakeItReal

LeeAraoz Dec 7 @ 10:05 PM EST

Yes! I also did think-tac-toe choice boards. Same idea. Student choice = increased engagement = deeper learning. :-) #MakeItReal

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WPMadden Dec 7 @ 10:05 PM EST

Thanks everyone for your sharing your great thoughts! Have a good rest of the week. #makeitreal

brandee_brandt Dec 7 @ 10:06 PM EST

Thank you for inspiring ideas #makeitreal and @MathDenisNJ great 30 min! #makeitreal

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MrRussoRH Dec 7 @ 10:06 PM EST

Thank you @MathDenisNJ and #makeitreal friends for a great chat tonight! 😊

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leefink Dec 7 @ 10:07 PM EST

@smarterteacher @YandellsPlace strategic & extended thinking are what Ss should be practicing, regardless of subject area. #MakeItReal

smarterteacher Dec 7 @ 10:07 PM EST

#MakeItReal

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LeeAraoz Dec 7 @ 10:08 PM EST

Great #makeitreal chat tonight! Enjoy the rest of your week, everyone! Thanks, @MathDenisNJ

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LeeAraoz Dec 7 @ 10:16 PM EST

“Imagine if for every person you met, you thought of some way to help them,…" via @RyanHoliday @tferriss #edchat #leadupchat #MakeItReal

leefink Dec 7 @ 10:17 PM EST

A2 I love this from Bill Flynn @HebronAcademy #MakeItReal Acknowledge that kids do have real obstacles to Hw.

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LeeAraoz Dec 7 @ 10:18 PM EST

So do I!! :-/ #edchat #MakeItReal

alicekeeler Dec 6 @ 11:11 PM EST

I want to know what research people have read that says "packets are awesome for learning" #studentsarenotimpressed

smarterteacher Dec 7 @ 10:19 PM EST