#Ntchat Archive

New Teacher Chat was created to provide weekly mentoring and focus on the needs of new, new to the profession and pre-service teachers. The chat is supportive and practitioner focused.
Wednesday December 7, 2016
8:00 PM EST
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:02 PM EST
    For the next hour my tweets are dedicated to talking about reflective practice with everyone at #ntchat.
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Welcome to all! I'm the founder and host of New Teacher Chat #ntchat. Join me for this time of learning and collaboration!
  • StyerMadison Dec 7 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Joining in from Grove City College, and I can't wait! #ntchat
    In reply to @teachwithsoul
  • ms_raso Dec 7 @ 8:05 PM EST
    @teachwithsoul I'm a substitute teacher in Pittsburgh. Excited to join in before my first year. #ntchat
    In reply to @teachwithsoul
  • EnglishMove Dec 7 @ 8:05 PM EST
    #TeachPeace #education #edchat #ntchat #TEACHers #teaching
  • darby1296 Dec 7 @ 8:05 PM EST
    So glad to be here from Merrimack NH!! #ntchat #edu235
  • missywauneka Dec 7 @ 8:05 PM EST
    I'm joining from Albuquerque as a school based person who supports new teachers #ntchat
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Welcome! Great to have you join me! I'm excited that you took time at this holiday season to jump in! #ntchat
    In reply to @StyerMadison
  • KC_SEASportsFan Dec 7 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Brett, Lamar, Mo., aspiring teacher #NTChat
  • TopNotchTeachin Dec 7 @ 8:06 PM EST
    How To Make Paper Mosaics For Kids https://t.co/T5BAAr5HFP #edchat #ntchat
  • darby1296 Dec 7 @ 8:06 PM EST
    I am currently at SNHU getting my degree in Elementary Edu with Special Ed Cert #ntchat #edu235
  • InductionIL Dec 7 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Joining in from Champaign, Illinois! Excited for tonight’s #ntchat
  • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:06 PM EST
    I'm Scott from MD, work with new teachers all the time, so I'm here to see what this is all about. First #ntchat :)
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:06 PM EST
    @darby1296 @missywauneka @KC_SEASportsFan Welcome to you all! So awesome to have you join! #ntchat
    In reply to @ms_raso, @darby1296, @missywauneka, @KC_SEASportsFan
  • katrinakennett Dec 7 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Katrina here from Urbana, Illinois - glad to see some NH love on #ntchat @darby1298 - I grew up in Concord!
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:07 PM EST
    @darby1296 @InductionIL Awesome to have you all join! Its a busy time, but its great to have you here. :) #ntchat
    In reply to @Lyricalswordz, @darby1296, @InductionIL
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:08 PM EST
    To join the chat use Tweetdeck,Tweetchat, @participatelrn or other client with columns. Use the hashtag #ntchat to join the convo!
    In reply to @participatelrn
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:09 PM EST
    We’re a small, but mighty chat...dedicated to being practitioner focused and supportive to new teachers! #ntchat https://t.co/OxR0YCL5pX
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Let's take a minute to allow others to introduce. Share who you are, where you’re from, and what grade you teach! Thanks #ntchat
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Lisa Dabbs Founder from So Cal. #ntchat Radio Show Host, Consultant, blogger, speaker, author, Adjunct Prof & former principal. #ntchat
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:11 PM EST
    New Twitter chatters: format is Q1: “question here”. You replay with A1: "your response". Don't forget to include #ntchat :)
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Question 1 will be up on deck in 30 secs #ntchat
  • darby1296 Dec 7 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Darby Shaw current student at SNHU, hoping to teach the fifth grade or middle school when I graduate #ntchat #edu235
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:14 PM EST
    ==>>>Q1: What are some key things you do to reflect after a lesson? Please share! #ntchat
  • ELaneBV229 Dec 7 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Erin Lane district mentor program lead for new teachers KS #ntchat
  • reutherey11 Dec 7 @ 8:14 PM EST
    #ntchat Hi I'm Elaina R. preservice student at Grove City College 1st time on nt chat :)
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:15 PM EST
    @ELaneBV229 @reutherey11 Welcome! Great to have you join us. We are just getting started! #ntchat
    In reply to @darby1296, @ELaneBV229, @reutherey11
  • ms_raso Dec 7 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A1: I turn my lesson plan over and I write down what went well and what could be improved upon. #ntchat
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Yay! Been here for 6 years so I'm glad you found us ;) #ntchat
    • reutherey11 Dec 7 @ 8:14 PM EST
      #ntchat Hi I'm Elaina R. preservice student at Grove City College 1st time on nt chat :)
  • missywauneka Dec 7 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A1: I think it's really important to start by focusing on the positive from the lesson #ntchat
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Awesome...so you actually write it down. That's wonderful. #ntchat
    In reply to @ms_raso
  • darby1296 Dec 7 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A1: After a lesson, I make sure that I am giving well thought out and meaningful feedback for the students to grow from #ntchat #edu235
  • reutherey11 Dec 7 @ 8:17 PM EST
    #ntchat just created my first lesson: reflection: did the students understand? Did I make any of my goals? or move towards them?
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Agreed...start with what felt good to you and how you observed that in your students. #ntchat
    In reply to @missywauneka
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:18 PM EST
    Cool...so you refelct by getting feedback from students. Do you keep notes? #ntchat
    In reply to @darby1296
  • MsEhuber Dec 7 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2: I teach back to back. Reflection doesn't happen as often as I wish! I think about timing and how I explain concepts. #ntchat
  • Jena_Sherry Dec 7 @ 8:18 PM EST
    Yay, #ntchat peeps! You're at the right place. Enjoy the learning. 👍🏼👍🏼
  • missywauneka Dec 7 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A1: I also think it's important to look at the evidence that students gave in order to determine if the lesson was successful #ntchat
  • ELaneBV229 Dec 7 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A1: being a reflective practitioner is so important to continue to grow. My secondary Ts make adjustments each hour as needed #ntchat
  • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:18 PM EST
    I like to consider whether or not the students learned what I intended for them to learn. If not, why not? How can I improve? #ntchat
  • MsEhuber Dec 7 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A1 cont: And, using data to reflect on overall growth to see if what I'm doing is working. #ntchat
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:18 PM EST
    Thats great! Reflection is the key to improvement :) #ntchat
    • reutherey11 Dec 7 @ 8:17 PM EST
      #ntchat just created my first lesson: reflection: did the students understand? Did I make any of my goals? or move towards them?
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Ok...love your honesty :) Can you think of ways to do it simply? #ntchat
    In reply to @MsEhuber
  • teacherdebra Dec 7 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A1 Consider how it went/what happened, what can be chngd to make it better. Did this w/my colleague after shared lesson on circuits #ntchat
  • StyerMadison Dec 7 @ 8:19 PM EST
    How do judge if they learned it or not? #ntchat
    In reply to @Lyricalswordz
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Hey Rockin edusister! Hope you are well! #ntchat
    • Jena_Sherry Dec 7 @ 8:18 PM EST
      Yay, #ntchat peeps! You're at the right place. Enjoy the learning. 👍🏼👍🏼
  • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:20 PM EST
    We know how hard you are working, just make time for reflection when you can. It's the one thing that allows for growth #ntchat
    In reply to @MsEhuber
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Love those questions! Woot! #ntchat
    • teacherdebra Dec 7 @ 8:19 PM EST
      A1 Consider how it went/what happened, what can be chngd to make it better. Did this w/my colleague after shared lesson on circuits #ntchat
  • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Observational data (what did I see as the lesson progressed) as well as informal data (checking for understanding) #ntchat
    In reply to @StyerMadison
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:22 PM EST
    Ok...you all are so lively right out of the gate! Get ready for Q2 coming in 60 secs! #ntchat
  • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:22 PM EST
    But also formative data. What did I ask them to do (say, write, create, etc.) Did the outcome demonstrate mastery? #ntchat
    In reply to @StyerMadison
  • MsEhuber Dec 7 @ 8:22 PM EST
    Exactly. How can I make this easier next time for the kids AND me? #Ntchat
    In reply to @teachwithsoul
  • StyerMadison Dec 7 @ 8:23 PM EST
    Okay thanks! I'm still figuring out what this all looks like. #ntchat
    In reply to @Lyricalswordz
  • darby1296 Dec 7 @ 8:23 PM EST
    I love the idea of self-assessment, not just for the students but also as a teacher #ntchat #edu235
    In reply to @teachwithsoul
  • MsEhuber Dec 7 @ 8:23 PM EST
    If it's big picture changes, then I keep a running document for next year. Can't do everything & be happy! :) #ntchat
    In reply to @teachwithsoul
  • teacherdebra Dec 7 @ 8:23 PM EST
    .@teachwithsoul Had 3 classes back2back- wanted Ss to figure out how 2 make paper circuit to light bulb. Reflected after ea grp #ntchat
    In reply to @teachwithsoul
  • MsEhuber Dec 7 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A1: I had my students do a review of me at the end of the quarter. It helped me reflect on my praxis. #ntchat
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:24 PM EST
    Q2: So you reflected...now==>> What would you do the same or differently if you could reteach this lesson? Why? #ntchat
  • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:24 PM EST
    Telling yourself what you saw today so you are ready for next year when you teach the lesson is SOOO smart! #ntchat
    In reply to @MsEhuber, @teachwithsoul
  • teacherdebra Dec 7 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A1 often have Ss fill out #googleform eval asking pointed Qs about what I could do diff'ly, how to best help them, what worked, etc #ntchat
  • MsEhuber Dec 7 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A2: It usually comes down to wording things more clearly or more structure in my classroom #ntchat
  • JulieDRamsay Dec 7 @ 8:25 PM EST
    New Post: Growing Great Teachers https://t.co/T7S6XMjQ5b #ntchat #ilachat #edchat
  • choosito Dec 7 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A1 Writing down thoughts, feelings, & assessment of the lesson can be very helpful and a good release. Also listen to the chatter. #ntchat
  • ms_raso Dec 7 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A2: I often realize I did not give students ample time to wrestle with material. I go back and add in more prompts and times for ss. #Ntchat
  • ELaneBV229 Dec 7 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A2: I always want to see if there are ways to add student choice and voice #ntchat #FutureReady
  • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:25 PM EST
    Ask away! This is the place to do it! More than happy to share whatever I can #ntchat
    In reply to @StyerMadison
  • teacherdebra Dec 7 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A2 Often explanation/intro gets tweaked, pacing might chng #ntchat
  • darby1296 Dec 7 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A2: If I could reteach a lesson, I would try to relate the lesson to what the students find intriguing #ntchat #edu235
  • teacherdebra Dec 7 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Yes, great to walk around to hear what Ss are saying, see how they are working #ntchat
    • choosito Dec 7 @ 8:25 PM EST
      A1 Writing down thoughts, feelings, & assessment of the lesson can be very helpful and a good release. Also listen to the chatter. #ntchat
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Great idea. This is often a place that trips us up. Love it. ;) #ntchat
    In reply to @MsEhuber
  • reutherey11 Dec 7 @ 8:26 PM EST
    #ntchat a2) I'd want to give more time to the student's time to ask why and how it fit's into real life
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Excellent! More time...let's not rush the learning! #ntchat
    In reply to @ms_raso
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:27 PM EST
    This is so critical! How can we include students in the process? #ntchat
  • missywauneka Dec 7 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A2: assuming that students "got it" without really thinking through what evidence I should collect to make sure #ntchat
  • darby1296 Dec 7 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A2:(cont) Some students prefer to learn visually whereas others prefer verbal lessons. It's a balancing act in the classroom #ntchat #edu235
  • choosito Dec 7 @ 8:28 PM EST
    of course. If we are not getting a positive response from the ss, & we cont to teach the same way, then who is it for? #ntchat
    In reply to @teacherdebra
  • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A2 I want to talk less, do less of the heavy lifting during the lesson. The more they do the more they learn. I want to facilitate #ntchat
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:28 PM EST
    So good...pacing is the corner stone frequently. It can make or break a lesson! #ntchat
    In reply to @teacherdebra
  • ms_raso Dec 7 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Absolutely. #Ntchat
    • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:28 PM EST
      A2 I want to talk less, do less of the heavy lifting during the lesson. The more they do the more they learn. I want to facilitate #ntchat
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Oh yes!! Got to have that evidence. We sell ourselves short when we assume. #ntchat
    In reply to @missywauneka
  • teacherdebra Dec 7 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Make space for learning- give more time, use wait time- don't rush to fill in the pauses #ntchat
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:30 PM EST
    Awesome...teacher as facilitator. This is a skill that can take time to develop. #ntchat
    In reply to @Lyricalswordz
  • darby1296 Dec 7 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A2 even though we are rushed by the curriculum, I make the students feel comfortable w/ the material b4 moving on #ntchat #edu235
  • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:31 PM EST
    Without a doubt. Letting go is difficult but so worth it. Lessons get messy and take longer, but kids truly LEARN #ntchat
    In reply to @teachwithsoul
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:31 PM EST
    So many good ideas being shared that can support all of us! Let's get ready for Q3 in 60 secs! ;) #ntchat
  • cybraryman1 Dec 7 @ 8:32 PM EST
    My Reflection page https://t.co/hJEPO41ORP #ntchat “Follow effective action with quiet reflection..." Important to stop, reflect & improve
  • missywauneka Dec 7 @ 8:32 PM EST
    @teachwithsoul @ms_raso wait time is so essential. New teachers need to get comfortable with silence #ntchat
    In reply to @teacherdebra, @teachwithsoul, @ms_raso
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:32 PM EST
    ===>>Q3: After reflecting...What "data" do you need to make an informed decision about a "problem" with a lesson? #ntchat
  • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Yes, because some of them surely did get it, but it's our charge to focus on ALL students. Evidence reveals the truth #ntchat
    In reply to @missywauneka
  • jeffherb Dec 7 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A3: Hopefully student feedback - both formative assessment AND general thoughts on how the lesson went from student perspective! #ntchat
  • darby1296 Dec 7 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A3 I am always looking at how the students are reacting to the lesson. If they seem confused I reteach and clarify #ntchat #edu235
  • ms_raso Dec 7 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A3: I need to see through formative assessment that a majority of the class has not understood a lesson. Then it's time to reteach. #Ntchat
  • ELaneBV229 Dec 7 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A3: both formative and summative #ntchat
  • bonniegmg Dec 7 @ 8:34 PM EST
    The latest Montreal Real Estate And News! https://t.co/hCOgdOPMyx Thanks to @WeverWorld @SpitUpandSitUps #education #ntchat
    In reply to @WeverWorld, @SpitUpandSitUps
  • reutherey11 Dec 7 @ 8:35 PM EST
    #ntchat a3)formative assessment helps greatly to understand what needs to be change and redone
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:35 PM EST
    Hello @jeffherb OMG! I was typing almost the same answer when you tweeted! ;) #ntchat
    In reply to @jeffherb
    • jeffherb Dec 7 @ 8:34 PM EST
      A3: Hopefully student feedback - both formative assessment AND general thoughts on how the lesson went from student perspective! #ntchat
  • darby1296 Dec 7 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A3 Formative Assessment provides the best feedback into what the students are understanding about the lesson #ntchat #edu235
  • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A3 There are lots of data points to consider, but never forget to ask your students how a lesson went. Let them drive their learning #ntchat
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:35 PM EST
    Amen...this is so critical! #ntchat
    In reply to @darby1296
  • StyerMadison Dec 7 @ 8:35 PM EST
    Do you have favorite summative assessment ideas that are not tests? #ntchat
    In reply to @ELaneBV229
  • KC_SEASportsFan Dec 7 @ 8:36 PM EST
    This is what I'love do pretty much! #NTChat
    • darby1296 Dec 7 @ 8:34 PM EST
      A3 I am always looking at how the students are reacting to the lesson. If they seem confused I reteach and clarify #ntchat #edu235
  • jeffherb Dec 7 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Hey Lisa! Love it - I like being on the same page as you :) #ntchat
    In reply to @teachwithsoul, @teachwithsoul
  • teacherdebra Dec 7 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Depends on lesson- sometimes the # of Qs Ss ask is all the data I need to alter how I tch to next class #ntchat
  • darby1296 Dec 7 @ 8:37 PM EST
    I think the best summative assessments are when the students get to be creative ie a final project #ntchat #edu235
    In reply to @StyerMadison, @ELaneBV229
  • StyerMadison Dec 7 @ 8:37 PM EST
    For sure! #ntchat
    In reply to @darby1296, @ELaneBV229
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:38 PM EST
    Good one! I love that you shared this...and so did many others! #ntchat
    In reply to @reutherey11
  • jeffherb Dec 7 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A3: Make sure you enjoyed teaching it, too! Kids can tell when you’re not “into it” #ntchat
  • teacherdebra Dec 7 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A3 First grp of Ss to get the lesson is usu the guinea pigs- try something, evalu8, tweak, teach again, & repeat #ntchat
  • darby1296 Dec 7 @ 8:40 PM EST
    Students can get more involved if they feel the teachers are excited about the lesson #ntchat #edu235
    • jeffherb Dec 7 @ 8:38 PM EST
      A3: Make sure you enjoyed teaching it, too! Kids can tell when you’re not “into it” #ntchat
  • RossCoops31 Dec 7 @ 8:40 PM EST
    EVERYONE Is Writing a Book, or EVERYONE Has a Voice? #education #ntchat #suptchat https://t.co/0FHrhY18kj
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:40 PM EST
    Such great thinkers! Q4 will be up in 1 minute! #ntchat
  • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:40 PM EST
    Providing choice of product is so powerful for students, because they control their learning #ntchat
    In reply to @darby1296, @StyerMadison, @ELaneBV229
  • EduGladiators Dec 7 @ 8:41 PM EST
    #EduGladiators tackles the fierce convo of leading/growing in multi-gen schools! #NoVAedchat #Ntchat #PCeduchat #suptchat #WCPSSchat #xplap
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:43 PM EST
    ==>>Q4: Are there any aspects of the profession that you ignore out of fear of change or lack of knowledge? Please share! #ntchat
  • IanE418 Dec 7 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A3: Adding on to prior knowledge is important for a connection. If it isn't there, then it's time to rethink the lesson! #ntchat
  • ms_raso Dec 7 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A4 I want to work on my classroom management skills. #Ntchat
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A4: I'm discovering that many of my pre-service T's are not confident with the integration of "tech" and teaching. #ntchat
  • missywauneka Dec 7 @ 8:45 PM EST
    A4: most of the time....differentiation...it can be so tricky #ntchat
  • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:45 PM EST
    A4 Dear all new teachers: Don't fear change. When you don't know something, have the strength to ask. We are here for you! #ntchat
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:45 PM EST
    Yes...this is a great confession! :) You will find that when you do teaching will feel better. #ntchat
    • ms_raso Dec 7 @ 8:44 PM EST
      A4 I want to work on my classroom management skills. #Ntchat
  • darby1296 Dec 7 @ 8:45 PM EST
    A4 Determination to teach without getting tired of reteaching the lesson over time #ntchat #edu235
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:46 PM EST
    Oh yes! Agreed! Let us know so we can help! #ntchat
    • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:45 PM EST
      A4 Dear all new teachers: Don't fear change. When you don't know something, have the strength to ask. We are here for you! #ntchat
  • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:46 PM EST
    Integrating tech is a challenge because true integration changes the learning environment and Ts become facilitators #ntchat
    In reply to @teachwithsoul
  • darby1296 Dec 7 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A4 I have a fear of failing my students based on my teaching skills #ntchat #edu235
  • reutherey11 Dec 7 @ 8:46 PM EST
    #ntchat a4 Time! Time! Time! I fee like I'll probably rush to cram everhing in...but students need time to think, process & understand
  • ELaneBV229 Dec 7 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A4: I find my new Ts have fear of bringing new ideas to their PLCs #ntchat
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:47 PM EST
    Awe...yes. Reteaching can be so supportive for our students. #ntchat
    In reply to @darby1296
  • missywauneka Dec 7 @ 8:47 PM EST
    agreed! It can be scary to be vulnerable #ntchat
    In reply to @ELaneBV229
  • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:47 PM EST
    If you ask someone who won't help, ask someone else! The mark of a keen mind is one that knows what it doesn't know #ntchat
    In reply to @teachwithsoul
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:48 PM EST
    Yes...this is such a challenge. Great to see you share this! #ntchat
    • reutherey11 Dec 7 @ 8:46 PM EST
      #ntchat a4 Time! Time! Time! I fee like I'll probably rush to cram everhing in...but students need time to think, process & understand
  • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:49 PM EST
    True, but have the confidence to trust your instincts, because old PLCs need new ideas. Push back will come. Fight on! #ntchat
    In reply to @ELaneBV229
  • darby1296 Dec 7 @ 8:50 PM EST
    I am happy to hear that educators are always willing to help each other #ntchat #edu235
    In reply to @Lyricalswordz, @teachwithsoul
  • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:50 PM EST
    Try to avoid thinking that you must "cover" everything (I detest that word). Instead, ensure your students learn #ntchat
    In reply to @reutherey11
  • ELaneBV229 Dec 7 @ 8:51 PM EST
    totally agree. Always tell my new Ts that they were hired on that team for a reason! #ntchat
    In reply to @Lyricalswordz
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:51 PM EST
    You are all such dedicated #ntchat-ers! Lets bring it home with Q5 in 60 secs! #ntchat
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:52 PM EST
    =>>Q5: What is 1 minor and/or major change you can make in 2017 to your program in order to directly increase student learning? #ntchat
  • ms_raso Dec 7 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A5 I could incorporate Chromebooks in a way that students will have ownership over their learning. #Ntchat
  • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:54 PM EST
    But they truly need our support. Seen (sure you have too) new teachers offer idea, shot down, never offer another idea #ntchat
    In reply to @ELaneBV229
  • JenniferServiss Dec 7 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A6 provide more student choice #ntchat
  • ELaneBV229 Dec 7 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A5: over and over I see it, student engagement! Are they authentically engaged or just compliant? #ntchat
  • darby1296 Dec 7 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A5 I hope to allow students the opportunities to use web based resources to increase their learning #ntchat #edu235
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:55 PM EST
    Ok! Cool! Chromebooks for 2017! #ntchat
    • ms_raso Dec 7 @ 8:54 PM EST
      A5 I could incorporate Chromebooks in a way that students will have ownership over their learning. #Ntchat
  • reutherey11 Dec 7 @ 8:55 PM EST
    #ntchat a5 create motivation to gain a love for learning=this i gonna be very hard-but I'll try!
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:55 PM EST
    Yay! 2017 will see you using more student choice! #ntchat
  • teacherdebra Dec 7 @ 8:55 PM EST
    Have to run- want to read a bit. Lvd participating in this great chat! Always happy to chat with new & veteran Ts :) #ntchat
  • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:56 PM EST
    This is so great. Something I am working on too. How to use tech not as "edutainment" but a shift in learning environment #ntchat
    In reply to @ms_raso
  • darby1296 Dec 7 @ 8:56 PM EST
    A5 I would also use Todays Meet to allow students the chance to ask questions w/o the pressure of the classroom #ntchat #edu235
  • ELaneBV229 Dec 7 @ 8:56 PM EST
    yes absolutely. We talk a lot about honoring the help their team provides to them as well as offer suggestions too #ntchat
    In reply to @Lyricalswordz
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:57 PM EST
    Awesome! More supportive student engagement in 2017! #ntchat
    • ELaneBV229 Dec 7 @ 8:54 PM EST
      A5: over and over I see it, student engagement! Are they authentically engaged or just compliant? #ntchat
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:57 PM EST
    Love it...inspire motivation in 2017! #ntchat
    • reutherey11 Dec 7 @ 8:55 PM EST
      #ntchat a5 create motivation to gain a love for learning=this i gonna be very hard-but I'll try!
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:58 PM EST
    Whoo-hoo!! That's a wrap friends! A HUGE heart felt Thank You to all of you for stopping by tonight! #ntchat
  • Lyricalswordz Dec 7 @ 8:58 PM EST
    Of texts, process, pacing, grouping, products, and more. Choices about choices. Can't have enough choice #ntchat
    In reply to @JenniferServiss
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:58 PM EST
    What is your takeaway from the chat? Grab some good ideas that were shared and add them to your teaching bag of tricks! #ntchat
  • KC_SEASportsFan Dec 7 @ 8:58 PM EST
    @teachwithsoul I'm looking at ways to further improve my note taking during these chats and to further look into all of it. #NTChat
    In reply to @teachwithsoul
  • teachwithsoul - Moderator Dec 7 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Be sure to follow some of the new friends you met here, tonight at New Teacher Chat #ntchat to continue the convo!
  • ELaneBV229 Dec 7 @ 8:59 PM EST
    thanks for a great chat! #ntchat
    In reply to @teachwithsoul
  • darby1296 Dec 7 @ 8:59 PM EST
    @teachwithsoul It was great to join and it made me feel like I wasn't the only one #ntchat #edu235
    In reply to @teachwithsoul