#Edchat is a hashtag, a movement—it is a weekly organized Twitter discussion of educators and people interested in education that meet virtually from all over the world. #Edchat serves as a conversation thread on Twitter and is also used for organized weekly discussions.
In NY student teachers do a 10 week stint in a high school and a 10 week stint in a middle school fo secondary education. I question whether that is enough. #Edchat
#Edchat sometimes #student#struggle is evidence that students are working through a problem. It could just as easily be viewed as #learning. Why are we so afraid of #struggle? Repeated frustration is not ok, but sometimes learning and thinking are hard work.
It's always difficult to accurately be forward looking. But it is critical that programs combine timeless teaching strategies with innovations. Thus pedagogy BEFORE technology. Slick initiatives w/o worthy goals will hurt students and teachers. #edchat
I currently have a HS student doing a work-based learning experience at my sch from 8-10 for the ENTIRE year! I said he’ll be the best prepared pre-service tchr EVER! #edchat
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I would agree with that. With admin in classrooms infrequently, Ts are simply asked who will take a student-teacher. No real requirements, and not all Ts are good mentors. #Edchat
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Education majors need to be in classrooms each semester throughout the four years with many Ts. My daughter/3rd grd T had the best edu experiences! Prepared her well! #edchat
Keen insight Kathy @khibbert ... so, when students teachers 'struggle' how to know they're learning what most needs to be learned? @sgthomas1973#edchat
The some of these "55 Best Questions To Ask To Break The Ice And Really Get To Know Someone" with your students as they come into class tomorrow: https://t.co/uYUzd3JEaL#edchat
Teaching programs need timeless strategies. By timeless strategies I am referring to lesson design (objectives, modeling, inquiry, CFU, feedback, formative assessment), caring Ts, a balanced curriculum, teaching about democracy& citizenship,& eclectic teaching strategies #edchat
#edchat To be frank some I’ve interviewed but have not hired-I see a lack of pedagogical training instructional strategies-assessment knowledge and personal efficacy
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A good read. Ts have a long enough checklist of responsibilities without someone making them put on a 🐶 & 🐴 show that isn’t necessary. #aintitthetruth#Theteacherstruggle#edchat
Try some of these "55 Best Questions To Ask To Break The Ice And Really Get To Know Someone" with your students as they come into class tomorrow: https://t.co/uYUzd3JEaL#edchat
I've not had student teachers, but my district has had Ts pursuing ESOL endorsement shadow me for a day. I've received no training in what to do. #Edchat
As a Education student I also believe that we should have a longer length of time in a class room with a good mentor. It would make the transition into teaching easier and less stressful for both the new teachers and their students #edchat
Also, it is critical that teaching programs honestly strive to select the best teachers to serve as cooperating mentor teachers. Mentors are very powerful, they help student teachers develop good habits, first impressions really do count. #edchat
Anna I think it’s vital that classroom experiences happen from the getgo and often. Too many Ss get too far in and figure out education isn’t their niche and feel trapped by completed course work. #edchat
One way we do this @ShiftParadigm is to focus more on the process; looking for where they are at in working through the prob. What strats they are using. Asking them to identify what they are "stuck" on. Seeking feedback. Understanding progress sometimes takes time. #edchat
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I student taught for one quarter, and that is definitely too short. I think it would be ideal for a year, so pre-service teachers see the full year to have a clearer picture of expectations. #Edchat
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A2: very dependent on the quality/skills of the mentor. If a principal likes compliant classrooms and pairs a st.teacher with their star..... well that’s a problem
Had a student today, in a huff of polyatomic ion-induced frustration day “Mr., why do you like chemistry?!?” I replied “because it’s like a big puzzle to solve!” 😊👍🏻 #ilovechemistry#edchat@DohertySpartans
On the flip side, however, it is asking a lot to student teach for a full year. I worked in college. It wouldn't have been possible to student-teach and work part-time, too. #Edchat
Great point. But we are not totally dependent on technology. Let's begin with effective teaching strategies, a balanced curriculum, caring teachers, striving for diversity, a love of all students,relationships, a love of ideas, and high expectations for all S & T. #edchat#ASCD
It truly hurt my heart to see how HIGH these shapes were in a toddler room? Instantly, I encouraged the teacher to place them at the child's eye level...look at the difference? #edchat#EarlyChildhood#toddler
My mentor taught me how to be a teacher ... understanding the paperwork ... how to do a conference ... what are standards ... shared ideas how to present information. #edchat
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I was happy my program offered 2 placements at different levels w different mentors. I felt I had a diverse experience that helped me make better decisions and learn from great mentors. #edchat
A1: Thinking about student teacher programs, I reflect on the shortage of teachers and the new intern licensure that states are offering. It's bringing professionals out of the workplace and allowing them to scaffold REAL experience for students! It is AWESOME! #edchat
I felt like I was completely unprepared, even after my 1st yr teaching, and I was pretty upset about it, I remember. We did a lot of theory, but not NEARLY enough "real-world" practical advice. #Edchat
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As a student teacher myself, I am learning a great deal about the individual student and how to meet THEIR needs. As teachers we cannot get caught up in "who's right and who's wrong", rather we must keep the student as our focal point. #edchat
Mentor or cooperating teacher selection is so important. I can’t imagine experiencing any of the horror stories I’ve heard about from colleagues. My mentors helped me grow! #Edchat
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How to determine what is fair compensation? Where does the funding come from? Our budget is smaller--not enough Ts, let alone $$ to pay student-ts--each yr. #Edchat
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Teaching programs, from the 1st classes need to stress: teaching is a sacred profession, & maybe the most difficult of all professions. Let college students know that they should stay in the programs only if they have a love of working w others, and a love of learning. #edchat
My mentor taught me how to be a teacher ... understanding the paperwork ... how to do a conference ... what are standards ... shared ideas how to present information. #edchat
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I am a currently a student teacher at Grove City College and the focal point in all of my classes is how to engage the students in their learning and how to create a Growth Mindset within the education. #edchat
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#edchat Possibly- but it can be a bigger issue- mission and vision of the division- if the division hires principals in line with the vision( assuming it is student focused and inclusive) then probably not
Student teachers can learn from everyone. They can learn from the students, from their peers, from their paired teacher, and from themselves. There is no better place to learn than in a classroom. #edchat
I am a senior at ISU majoring in Middle Level Education, and I do feel prepared due to participating in PDS which is a full year student teaching experience. I love the experience I am getting. @educationISU#edchat
Fair point. What about when the S/T does a poor job? She that person get paid the same amount as a S/T who is doing well? Can't really "fire" a S/T. Thoughts? #Edchat
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As one of my mentors @LingardLorelei reminds me, it helps to think of feedback in terms of the reader's experience of what has been written. We also need to share feedback we have received and how it was useful to improve our work. #edchat
It's important to remember that for most professions time in the field is the key. We learn only so much in classrooms (e.g, education, law, business). It's estimated that we learn about 80% of how to succeed in the field. #edchat
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In our context in Ontario, it's often who's willing to take one on. We don't pay associate teachers. Lots of paperwork, lots of time, helping someone learn, but it's a big commitment. #edchat
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So, it sounds like they should be unpaid for a period of time, then if they are considered "passable" at least, they move on to paid internship? Am I reading that correctly? #Edchat
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Turning over a student teacher to a cooperating teacher who could make or break a career should be taken more seriously than the haphazard way it is presently managed. #Edchat
There is one S/T in my building (we have a lot) who is not doing well and seems to have no urgency to do better, even after discussions with mentor. #Edchat
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Again, I think this varies by university. Some students come in with lots of academic knowledge, but little ability to do, and that can be challenging. We also now have a 2 year post-grad Education degree vs 1 #edchat
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Their questions are in the Flipgrid videos. They are about 10 seconds long.. So it's really easy to listen, reply and post in less than 1 minute! Thank you! #edchat
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If principals know their teachers well, do they need guidelines to know who should take student teachers? Should all mentor teachers (we call them Associate) look the same? Mine were all very different. Learned from all of them. #edchat
In my building, we have what appears to be year-long S/Ts (they are there @ 3 days/wk). That would have made my experience much better than what I did have. #Edchat
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Well for one, my school puts me into the classroom right away. Through this, they develop their lessons and class discussions on situations that I come across in my field experiences. By doing this, they equip me with practical strategies rather than just "textbook ideas" #edchat
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Their questions are in the Flipgrid videos. They are about 10 seconds long.. So it's really easy to listen, reply and post in less than 1 minute! Thank you! #edchat
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This is great but Growth Mindset is not rocket science ... it is an attitude ... many have it without ever having to read the book and others will never have it no matter how many classes they take on it #edchat
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Great point. We need a balance. Student teachers need to learn technique, and how to motivate students. It takes years to get it right (do we ever?). Passion, a love of students, a love of learning & subject matter, r "feelings" that S in classes pick up on, then engage. #edchat
#edchat As a pre-service teacher, I am grateful for Twitter and the amazing impact it has. Connecting with educators like @_on11 and @megan_hacholski made a difference. I am hosting a pre-service Twitter chat next week and am so excited.
I guest presented yesterday in their class and in trying to show them the power of a platform, like @Flipgrid, that can connect people that weren't connected before. Also getting their questions answered in the process! Win-win! #edchat
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I am Lead ESOL, so I "mentor" new Ts in my building, but not S/Ts specifically. Also I "mentor" new ESOL Ts in my area, simply b/c I've been doing it so long. #Edchat
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This is great but Growth Mindset is not rocket science ... it is an attitude ... many have it without ever having to read the book and others will never have it no matter how many classes they take on it #edchat
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Creating the best lessons happen when you know your students ... customizing them ... knowing how to present content in varying ways is key. I often hear from my kids ... why don’t you teach us like that? #edchat
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Little to no training that I’ve heard of. When you think about it mentors and mentees need support to bring out the best in each one. How will they know they are mentoring well if there’s no target 🎯 or no look-for training? #edchat#mentoring
I recently spoke to a superintendent from Arizona who told me that her state is considering recruiting teachers right from HS to meet the teacher shortage. #Edchat
Are Student teachers reqs and training different from State to State? In ALberta we have practicum hours that must be met but each program (Universities) is a little different #edchat
@tomwhitby most people in any profession I know feel that way. Is that surprising given what we know about how theoretical knowledge is consolidated in practice? #edchat
The compensation is never enough; the reward make not come until years later when one hears that their former student teacher is doing a great job. It is a reality of our profession. #edchat
#Edchat It may be haphazard in some schools / teacher prep programs, but not all! We painstakingly match students with teachers and schools and depend on our relationships and partnerships to help us make the best placements.
It's not, and the mentor has to go back and re-teach lessons. Not the best use of anyone's time. Not sure she will "pass" S/T, though, if no improvement. #Edchat
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hammy, "properly" for me must involve #emotion. Like starting by finding the emotional significance of the topic! #imaginED#imaginativeEd No emotional engagement, no learning. #edchat
Our programs have got to recognize those who aren’t in it to win it sooner. Student teaching is too late to sink or swim. Neg. impact on a class or Ss has long term ripples. #edchat
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I agree! Teacher candidates need to learn how to build relationships with their students first; this is the priority. We teach students not the curriculum. #edchat
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What's becoming clear to me here is that every faculty designs their own program. I live in a city with a pretty good one right now, but we don't have the all-year-long embedded element. #edchat
I graduated with my B.Ed from Queen’s University. I’m a secondary school Computer Science/French teacher. I have to say that my subject-specific professors (CS/French) at the Faculty of Ed did a very good job teaching us how to engage learners in these subjects. #edchat
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I would like pre-service Ts pursuing ES degree to have many practicums in dif. schools/districts/content areas b4 official S/T. Then S/T for a full year. #Edchat
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T shortage? We T’s are far too complacent. Apparent that govt wants to make the profession less and less attractive. Why do we accept this? I see teachers write about policies that hurt the profession but I don’t see any talk about action. 1,000,000 teacher march? #edchat
I have a role in improving preservice programs. It is never an individual - we are conducting another review now of the latest changes made in response to Ministry funding cuts, move from 1 year to 2 years, half the number of students etc. Takes all of us working tgthr. #edchat
We are all "perfinkers" so ideally new teachers are learning to seek the emotional significance of the topics they are teaching! No emotional engagement, no learning. And #relationships. OF ALL KINDS. #edchat#imaginativeEd#imaginED
I'll let an impartial reviewer say it best: "ALL educators need to read this book!" Many congratulations to @lisa_westman on the pre-sale of her upcoming book by @CorwinPress w/fwd. by Tomlinson!
There are days as a student intern that you question your own ability. A coop teacher who can’t practice empathy and follow that up with quality mentoring is potentially affecting hundreds of children down the road from a lost teaching candidate. #edchat
I did Concurrent Education. I can’t speak for the Primary/Junior stream. My “teaching subject” courses were very hands-on and provided practical knowledge. I also lucked out with an outstanding associate teacher which really made all the difference. #edchat
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Our challenges have never been greater, but our resources have never been better!
May we never let the reason for failure be the person in the mirror.
#domore#KidsDeserveIt#edchat
“We have the human capital, the resources and the technical knowledge to transform public education over a generation. What we lack is the public will to do so.” https://t.co/NBbErHXSVJ#ewopinion
Teaching is a craft, and as such it is important to improve through constant improvement training. It takes a combination of real practical application and formal training in order to achieve the best results. #edchat
@MPEPS_NSW team: Backward mapping, time to cooperatively plan, explicit teaching of vocab are some of the things we’ve learned from participating in this project #tesoloz#vocabed#edchat#aussieEd A rich task/culminating activity Science Expo was a success! #tesoloz#vocabed
"when teachers decide together on the vision and strategy to reach all students, they are often more invested and excited by the change they are creating from within" #edchat
It was 7 grad math classes & 1 edu class (where I was one of the few people actually certified & teaching). 25+ years ago. Masters is req to get permanent cert in NY, so I just did it. Would do it differently now. #edchat
Not sure. But when principals observe/hear about the successful student teachers, they sure want to keep them in their schools or the district. Word of mouth is powerful. #edchat
We have several teacher prep programs quite near to our district, and they all have different requirements. I'm not one for standardization in all things, but it seems like we could use more. #Edchat
nothing really has changed unfortunately - why we continue to administer standardized tests and grade Ss and not focus on developing skills and habits of mind makes me #smh. We have lost the community feeling of schools...blog post coming. #edchat
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True. But we are all nervous when starting something new. Once we get in the classroom, the anxiety slowly goes away when we are prepared. But every new year brings back the butterflies! Will I succeed? #edchat
Oh my word, I love this! As an assistant, I kept searching online for help when reading newsletters or listening in on meetings so I could understand & then participate. #edchat
I went through alt cert in the first year the program was offered. It was a lot of trial and error. That was 13 years ago. The best ed training I got was in the form of PD while at a struggling school. When I finally left, my new school treated me like a rock star. #edchat
never too late IMHO...I am trying everyday and more voices need to be heard. I believe parents are essential to this as well. I always like to ask Ts, "If my course/class was optional, would Ss sign up?" #edchat
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Absolutely, I see great value in having student teachers in the classroom throughout the entire year (i.e. 3 days/week). In my jurisdiction, student teachers are in the classroom for several 5 week blocks. #edchat
I agree that there are those who fit this. However, my univ./mentor didn't explain @ P/T conferences, RTI, standards, differentiation, to name a few ex. #Edchat
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District officials improved the special education student experience + reduced dropout rates by diminishing the stigma and challenging students more. From @HuffPost: https://t.co/WDTg2yuceq#edleadership#edchat
