Morning warriors!
#EduGladiators Leadership series starts NOW w/police trainer & Sgt. @LouHayesJr moderating! Plus 📚Read his blog post https://t.co/Xp5XmIaE1G
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Good morning, #EduGladiators & #BookCampPD friends! Happy to join y'all! Sara from Cincinnati. Current School Counselor, but shifting to AP role in July! Happy Saturday!! ☕️
Good morning #EduGladiators - Mike from Kentucky here. Gladiating away this morning as we're having to deal with some real characters in our state government recently... ;)
Morning, #edugladiators. I'm Brian. I teach MS students English in CO. I just read moderator Lou's blog, an intriguing take on adult education in a novel setting: https://t.co/oJTufYHNLF Looking forward to exploring further...
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Paul from NJ here. I am at @SpEdcampNJ and we are talking about Twitter 101. Do you guys mind if I bring some friends along for the ride? #EduGladiators
A1 - Flexibility and empathy are key traits. A person needs to understand that their personal needs sometimes are less important than the needs of the group or situation, particularly in education. #edugladiators
A1 Being adaptable means you are flexible, open to changes, adjust as needed, willing to listen and make a substitution, try a new plan #adaptability#edugladiators
A1) Someone who is adaptable is able to constantly learn and grow, take criticism, and learn from mistakes. Someone who is willing to own up to anything they do; right or wrong #EduGladiators
Good morning #EduGladiators! Joël, Principal, Pedagogical Leader, Life & Leadership Coach currently at Toronto Pearson International Airport waiting for my flight out to Calgary! ✈️
A1 I think that adaptability is about a person who knows HOW to think about complex content/ problems. Their thinking can help them in any number of diverse situations, because they understand open-mindedness, empathy, and how to think about things from all sides. #EduGladiators
A1) Young adults have learned that adaptability means they embrace frustration not quit & wait for me to step in to solve. Flexible thinking, trying new ideas & respecting peer suggestions. #EduGladiators
A1: A person who is adaptable/flexible doesn’t get hung up on the small stuff. This person honors the work they do and knows there is more than one way to get there. Sometimes something has to take a back seat while something else is accomplished. Go with the flow! #edugladiators
A1. Adaptability means the ability to change gears depending on the moment. Being able to assess the situation at hand and making the appropriate adjustment. #EduGladiators.
A1. The ability to adjust to a variety of contexts and situations. But as a leader it is important to be adanptabke and still hold true to your values. Actually this should be true for all people. #EduGladiators
A1. Flexibility in thinking. When the unexpected comes up the person is able to adjust without much effort or panic. A calm cool collected thinker. #EduGladiators
A1 Being adaptable means that a person actively demonstrates being versatile in a variety of situations. This is imperative for leaders - connects with a resiliency that is necessary to respond to quick changes & support our teams during quick shifts #edugladiators
A1: When I think adaptable I go to flexible and open to ideas. I don't expect someone to just follow because or to adapt to my thinking without question but when the options are presented I hope they are open and willing to change if that is best #EduGladiators
A1 I think that adaptability is about a person who knows HOW to think about complex content/ problems. Their thinking can help them in any number of diverse situations, because they understand open-mindedness, empathy, and how to think about things from all sides. #EduGladiators
A1: Adaptable is the ability to get through a situation even when it doesn’t go as planned. I look for people who aren’t easily stressed and can have fun in any situation. Esp dealing with youth, EVERYTHING tends to have a hiccup and requires us to think on the fly #EduGladiators
A1 People are adaptable when they have the mindset and understanding that all aspects in life are in a constant state of change. Using that understanding allows you to have more awareness to forecast and change prior to trends in your professional/personal lives. #edugladiators
Trusting other experts is another mark of adaptability. Especially people who are closer to the problem and have better data than you do. #EduGladiators
Great question. I personally see it as being able to see a situation from other people's points of view and understand how they may feel emotionally. But then to take that information and apply it to the current context. #edugladiators
A1: Being a team player, and a risk taker. Methods in education are always changing. We need to be willing to change and provide best practices for all students. #EduGladiators
A1 Adaptability is growing where you’re planted. It’s being able to see opportunities as possibilities. It has a lot to do with perspective.#EduGladiators
A1 In order to be adaptable we need to be willing to rethink our ideas. The moment we become entrenched in our beliefs we can't truly "hear" others. #EduGladiators
Absolutely! Teaching middle schoolers is THE way I learned adaptability; if you don't have it, you learn it or you ain't makin' it in middle school! #EduGladiators
A1: Ppl who are adaptable are open to new ideas, willing to try if they understand the why, put bravery ahead of fears, and have support. One cannot judge another for be inflexible if time is not spent building a culture of YES. #edugladiators
Agree, Cristi. Thinking capacity is a necessity with the adaptability characteristic. We are charged to grow our team's adaptability, so they can adjust quickly, support others through change, & continue to move forward towards the collaborative vision of success #edugladiators
Great question. I personally see it as being able to see a situation from other people's points of view and understand how they may feel emotionally. But then to take that information and apply it to the current context. #edugladiators
A1: A person has adaptability when they are able to be flexible and responsive while teaching and learning. To adapt is to change or modify when necessary and to become adjusted to new situations. #edugladiators
A1:Adaptability requires humility. One has to acknowledge and own one’s situation before he can adapt. Of course, along with that, one must have a capacity for reflection & introspection in order to be responsive to what drives the need for adaptation In 1st place #EduGladiators
A1 #edugladiators Adaptability comes from a sense of calm and prediction. You have a sense of why & How & what for and you can shape those things around you to accomplish them. Seeing and embracing change.
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A1 #edugladiators Adaptability comes from a sense of calm and prediction. You have a sense of why & How & what for and you can shape those things around you to accomplish them. Seeing and embracing change.
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Good morning from Cali. I can’t participate as I’m preparing to take my daughter to a volleyball tournament, but wanted to wish you all a wonderful day/chat. #EduGladiators
Vulnerability is the basin from where courage grows. Creating an environment where Ts can be vulnerable with each other fosters tremendous learning opps for Ss to then be WHOLLY welcomed into the fold. #EduGladiators
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A1. You understand your role in the bigger picture. You see your actions as a piece in the puzzle. You then make the changes to make sure you fit. #EduGladiators
A1 adaptable means believing in your vision and self enough to see how it fits & you do in any situation-don’t compromise but be open to new ideas BE COACHABLE #EduGladiators
A1 Those who are adaptable tend to be savvy observers who respond to situations both creatively and resiliently -- the latter when they notice some initial creative effort tanking. Often, their strengths shine working *inside* a box of constraints. #edugladiators
A2 We have to be as prepared as we can be, create experiences for Ss to problem solve, think critically, answer what ifs, create their own Qs, #EduGladiators
A2. Problem solving and critical thinking skills will always need to be developed. Content and context changes but not ability to reflect, suggest, collaborate. #EduGladiators.
A1 #edugladiators A growth mindset in place, an eagerness to learn & discover new challenges, and the confidence in oneself to find the best avenues to get the problem solved and the questions answered
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Amen sista! Can’t go in with preconceived notions! Have to be open to push your thinking & make good decisions based in sound practice for adolescents. #EduGladiators
A1. Adaptability means one has the ability to understand the need to alter, adjust, expand, their thoughts, opinions, and actions. It is a skill that leaders need for success and can be coached to improve. #EduGladiators
A2. This means we should not give our learners the #answers. Heck, answers dont even often exist in complexity. #Advice, maybe. HOW TO THINK is vital. #EduGladiators.
A2: THe idea that one size fits all education for anyone does not prove successful with this whole #vuca in mind we need to have options open to address the unique needs of all learners, adults included. #EduGladiators
A2 I think we are currently seeing what happens when people w/a fixed mindset try to deal w/ our increasingly complex problems. There is an inability to look forward to see the consequences of action & who might be hurt. Empathy must be prioritized. #EduGladiators
A1 Adaptability is growing where you’re planted. It’s being able to see opportunities as possibilities. It has a lot to do with perspective.#EduGladiators
A2: If I focused on the negatives in the world, I would not function well. Be aware and do your part to make the world better! Teach Ss how to be resilient. #pumpthepositive#edugladiators
A2: We need to have flexible thinking and an open mindset. Things are changing fast and furiously and we need to be able to prepare our students to be problem solvers, thinkers, problem finders, collaborators, etc. #edugladiators
A1. Adaptability seems to be as much about #mindset as anything. It’s charging forward but being an agile thinker to take what comes at you unexpectedly. Partner that with a utility belt of great resources then you are malleable to the tough and easy stuff #edugladiators
A2 starts by recognizing what those are and how they fit in education-unfortunately we still perpetuate a way of education that is quickly becoming outdated-embrace the idea that status quo “the average” is not good enough & be willing to change #EduGladiators
A2 We need to be as prepared as we can be to handle the unexpected. Be teaching our students to be good citizens in a variety of arenas. (Home, school, social media) #EduGladiators
A2b. We also cannot fool ourselves into thinking that EVERYTHING is uncertain. It's about understanding our environment & how to teach, evaluate, design systems.... #EduGladiators
A2. Need to teach how to think logically (#computationalthinking) while teaching how to cope with the unexpected things that pop up. Problem solvers needed. #EduGladiators
A2: More than ever we need to teach SEL and live by the words and actions we teach so that we are models of calm, certainty, simplicity, and clarity. Let's switch it up to #CCSC#edugladiators
Right, Monte. The humility and reflection pieces are key. Persons who are adaptable know that the initial plan may need to be changed and are humble enough to admit flawed practices and make adjustments #edugladiators
A2 We need to be as prepared as we can be to handle the unexpected. Be teaching our students to be good citizens in a variety of arenas. (Home, school, social media) #EduGladiators
A2: We also need to prepare our students with the skills and strategies to participate and live as global citizens. How to speak with others, respectfully disagree with others, work together, etc. #edugladiators
A2. It means that we must assume that change will come. We must be prepared to respond to change and continue to grow through it. Again, knowing your purpose and values matter. As change comes, they will guide your decision making process. #EduGladiators
A2 We must work with our students to see multiple points of view. To take in ALL of the information and process it twoards a BIGGER goal. In that process work w/Ss to manage the unexpected, the conflicting, the upsetting in a respectful and person first way. #EduGladiators
We need to stop treating Ss as sponges and start utilizing their brains to advance knowledge. Help them engage in a new way. Education is reciprocal #EduGladiators
A2b. We also cannot fool ourselves into thinking that EVERYTHING is uncertain. It's about understanding our environment & how to teach, evaluate, design systems.... #EduGladiators
A1 #EduGladiators - innovators And risk takers are adaptable. They have the ability to see the big picture and get to where they need to be in various ways- depending on design, purpose and readiness- to change course anytime to make sure the destination is still relevant
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A2. Just had a GREAT Dance last night that was planned, organized, decorated, and everything else by 6th Graders!!! A tiny middle school in Mayetta, KS raised approximately $1200 for a local kinder student w cancer. Give kids the opportunity to WOW u and they will. #EduGladiators
Love the passion demonstrated by diligent educators in #edchats and more importantly, with boots on the ground! Grateful to be among you as we #ChaseImpact! #edugladiators
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A2: We need to personalize learning based on strengths and interests of individuals. There has to be a connection for the child between what they are learning and how it can help them build a future story. We must focus heavy on soft and hard skills to adapt. #EduGladiators
A2) We have to always look towards trends in society. Then ask ourselves what will students be asked to do in 5,10,15 years and help students to do that. I’ve stepped out of being the direct instructor and allow my students to collaborate more #EduGladiators
A2 #VUCA can be exciting! Instead of teaching one way, we need to train and educate others in a manner where Ss can see patterns, want to expand skillsets, and desire to experiment. It opens us all to flex gracefully with the changing winds. #edugladiators
There's so many perspectives! Sometimes #complexity is about balancing the tension & tradeoffs between two opposing points of view! How to reconcile or harmonize???
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A2 We must work with our students to see multiple points of view. To take in ALL of the information and process it twoards a BIGGER goal. In that process work w/Ss to manage the unexpected, the conflicting, the upsetting in a respectful and person first way. #EduGladiators
A2) W/a group few years ago- their game changer- learning I didn’t know it all rather was persistent in finding resources, connecting w/others & unwilling to give up - they could do all of those things. They need to do those things! #EduGladiators
A2 Give Ss opps to look at real world problems, connect in authentic ways with what is going on in the world and critically think about how they would respond, #EduGladiators
A1: #adaptability means being able to adjust directions or modify plans as needed. It’s the opposite of rigidity and sticking with a plan no matter what. #EduGladiators
A2 - Living in an uncertain world means that teachers/trainers need to be flexible in order to help our students succeed in school, but also life. I keep thinking about design thinking elements in my class because it helps students see more than one correct answer #edugladiators
Absolutely! Why does everyone think that the unknown is so scary??
We pay money to see horror flicks, ride roller coasters, & do adrenaline-charged activities!! #EduGladiators
A2 #VUCA can be exciting! Instead of teaching one way, we need to train and educate others in a manner where Ss can see patterns, want to expand skillsets, and desire to experiment. It opens us all to flex gracefully with the changing winds. #edugladiators
A2: Community. When this doesn't occur it neighborhoods, Ts can readily foster this environment in classrooms w learning communities. What is my role? How do I sustain this work? What do I have to offer this team? What can they offer me? How do we grow together? #edugladiators
A2. Adaptability isn’t just about being flexible in your thoughts & ideas. Folks who struggle w/ this are unwilling to alter their actions b/c they can’t see the complexity of an issue due to a skewed perspective. The ability to use reflection in this process is 🔑 #EduGladiators
A2 #edugladiators it means that we must teach our students independence & to have their own opinions and beliefs. I say to my students “I am not here to teach you science, but to teach you how to teach yourself science “
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A2: We have to provide learning opportunities that challenge every learner, even if that means we have to come out of our comfort zone as educators. Advancing critical thinking skills is part of being a productive 21st Century Learner. #EduGladiators#pclearn@PCPS_Teach
This is so true. Teachers have to learn to model the fact that we don't know it all- we should show Ss how to react when faced w/ a situation that you don't understand. We aren't infallible or omniscient; Ss need to see that. #EduGladiators
A2) W/a group few years ago- their game changer- learning I didn’t know it all rather was persistent in finding resources, connecting w/others & unwilling to give up - they could do all of those things. They need to do those things! #EduGladiators
Agree. And I think trauma PD doesn't always emphasize that enough. We should not stop with empathy. Neuroplasticity promises rewards for Ss who work on their self-regulation: a sense of power, self-efficacy... #EduGladiators
A3 As a T, I stress the importance & opportunities for reteaching, relearning, & re-doing. If you don't get something the 1st time, keep trying! #edugladiators
We need to stop treating Ss as sponges and start utilizing their brains to advance knowledge. Help them engage in a new way. Education is reciprocal #EduGladiators
A2: It means we must innovate teaching/learning, which requires us to drop dated practices & approaches to teaching that define learning in narrow (compliance oriented) perimeters. We need to redefine #acheivement & focus on the skills/passions of our youth today #eduGladiators
A3: I think recognizing that learners know themselves better than we know them, being humble in our leadership allows for those in our charge to have the power to make their own decisions Voice and Choice is the answer #EduGladiators
A3. Case studies. Problem-based learning. #PBL Experimenting w/ untested options. Teaching skills on how to make sense, connect dots, recognize patterns! #EduGladiators
A2 Would alternative to #VUCA be stable, predictable, simple, single-minded? If so, we might actually celebrate seemingly problematic qualities & their ability to sharpen us. Otherwise, we're living on Camazotz! #edugladiators
A3 Create opps for Ss to work together, exchange ideas, learn new perspectives, engage in conversations over topics, analyze, learn to collab #EduGladiators
Of the 4 most have difficulty with ambiguity. S's that are given answers, who can't figure it out, struggle with an ambiguous environment. S's need to be taught how to think (mental models, critical thinking) not what to think. #eduGladiators
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A2 #edugladiators The world will always be tumultuous and volatile- we must teach our students the skills to navigate through the barrage of information and form their own knowledge base
Totally agree with you Teresa! Curriculum needs to change to reflect subject integration with a focus on developing global competencies. #EduGladiators#satchat#leadership
A2: The world will never not be #VUCA, so we should focus on what will make the most difference: helping our Ss find themselves. When ppl know who they are, they can better adapt to their environment. One must first know himself before he can know the world #EduGladiators
Advocating civility by modeling it and devising explicit instruction on ways to cultivate and engage in civil discourse. Certainly, some fine tuning of American tendencies to take EVERY slight to social media should be discussed with ALL involved in a school. #EduGladiators
Sometimes great harmony comes in slight discord. Its ok to have differences in opinion without tying a person to their opnions. We can disagree without being disagreeable and in the process grow as people. #EduGladiators
A1: Being adaptable means being able to change plans if needed. It’s also realizing that nothing is set in stone and you have to asses the situation and do what is best in order to meet the needs of others. #EduGladiators
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All the more reason we should push for deeper relationships with our community like law enforcement to help teach educators these strategies & how we can apply it to schools setting. #EduGladiators
A2 I think we’ve come to realize the value of soft skills and mindsets and that the key isn’t in memorizing facts. We have more access than ever to info, it’s about applying it. #EduGladiators
A3: Let's start with building trust. Modeling risk & reward behavior! I can't do everything on the first (or even second) try, either... but let's work together to try again! Instilling adaptive traits starts with the courage to try! #EduGladiators
A3 Encourage collaboration, allow for plenty of opportunities to develop a voice for advocacy, incorporate diverse voices intentionally into curriculum, and always ask Ss to question: Who are we not hearing? Why is this voice not represented? What can we do? #EduGladiators
A3 #PBL can transform student learning not just with engagement but with being adaptable to failure & challenge-real world problems are never solved first try-we need to share our own challenges with students and model the resiliency ALL students need #EduGladiators
A2 This means that as educators we are responsible for creating learning experiences that will require our Ss to demonstrate adaptable thinking. This requires purposeful planning, scaffolding, & facilitated S reflection on metacognition. Helps Ss adapt as they grow #edugladiators
Interesting that in teaching civility, we remove passion and emotions from the dialogue. I have found engaging in anger to be the best environment to build resilience #EduGladiators
A2: As educators dealing with a volatile world, it is imperative we provide models, techniques, & opportunities for students to learn how to be adaptable. Students who can’t adapt to their surroundings will be left out/behind by an ever-changing society. #EduGladiators
A3. I think sometimes you have to take the learning OFF PAPER. What might look good or well practiced takes on a different role when acted out. Gives Ss the ability to think critically and work together and ADAPT to new changes. #EduGladiators
A3 #edugladiators When we use inquiry lessons, STEAM activities and design a student-centered #stucentclass where the learning is driven and manipulated by students- this is a start. The foundation. But the scaffolding and lumber that construct the rest is the freedom of choice
A3) The amazing capabilities of #edtech allow students to collaborate better. But also teaching students how to be relentless leaders and constantly work hard. I’m always referring to this with my students.
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I agree. We've been making SEL a focus in our school this year and the results have been amazing. Ss are becoming self- aware & taking steps to reach the goals they set for themselves #EduGladiators
A3: Model. Talk about our growth process including how we overcome the struggle, work through failure, persevere, change our thinking, etc. It’s part of the messy learning process. #edugladiators
A2. We must be able to teach our students to be flexible thinkers by being able to approach situations from different perspectives, be able to look at things from the point of view from others, to listen to other points of view w/o accepting it #EduGladiators
So how do you teach or manage your classroom to prepare Ss for these different #Cynefin domains? I've been really toying w/ instructional design based off this framework:
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A3 First Model... #RISK#ADVERSITY#CONFLICT help students build a tool box first then allow them to wrestle with those tools to use the best and most a appropriate tool in various situations. S asfe environment to collaborate and practice these skills is key. #EduGladiators
Problem based learning, computational thinking based activities. Help foster a logical thought process to replace irrational responses to problems. #EduGladiators
A3: My kids and I rely on our chasing better chant. When we expect that there is always a better around the next bend, we expect to adapt. We have to. In a sense, we want to. #EduGladiators
A3 - Design your classroom to force students to adapt. Try new things. Throw a wrench in their plan. I saw a presentation on using D&D in the classroom and we played a game, but as we did the presenter walked around and handed out challenge cards. It was great. #edugladiators
A1: Building self-directed learners ensures that students are adaptive and resilient. Constructing classrooms that leverage tech to allow students to work at the own pace and facilitates #mastery grading is powerful. The focus shifts from the teacher to the learner #edugladiators
A3: By giving students choices on how to achieve goals and low-risk opportunities to succeed/fail on their own, we are supporting the development of resourceful, critical thinkers who can flourish regardless of the situation. #EduGladiators
A3 #edugladiators We model this by not giving cookie cutter labs or PowerPoint notes but having Ss tackle challenging ideas- ask them why and what happened? Let them formulate a plan and collaborate and share ideas- the more we collaborate the better we understand different POVs
A4 I think we are our biggest obstacles to change. Be it from not knowing where to start etc., we have to have a growth mindset and model/teach that to students #EduGladiators
A3:Building self-directed learners ensures that students are adaptive and resilient. Constructing classrooms that leverage tech to allow students to work at the own pace and facilitates #mastery grading is powerful. The focus shifts from the teacher to the learner #edugladiators
Many thanks to each of you who shared this morning or even lurked to learn! Special shout out to our guest moderator @LouHayesJr for helping us stay flexible in our leadership & approach!
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A4: yes. Education as a whole only adapts as much as it’s comfortable with, often times pretty limiting. People with power are unwilling to put their egos aside and allow for discord and disagreements #EduGladiators
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Oh I love that idea! D&D is an awesome, risk-free way to force Ss into thinking about complicated, dangerous, complex situations where the outcome may go a million different ways! #totalnerd#EduGladiators
A1 Standardized testing for one. We try to stress voice & choice all yr in learning & demonstrating that learning. And then it usually all boils down to one test for media, policy makers, etc. #edugladiators
A4: the traditional & systematic approach to ed is the devil to adaptable & growth mindset! Leaders must shift out of content instruction to cognitive engagement & fearless change #EduGladiators
A3: Creating positive connections with our Ss is key to their individual success. If we teach with a positive mindset, & provide learning opportunities that are engaging and meaningful then our Ss will shift to a positive mindset for learning. #EduGladiators#pclearn@PCPS_Teach
A4) Falling into the trap of doing the same thing you’ve always done. To be leaders who set examples, we have to adapt ourselves as be willing to take risks that benefit our students #EduGladiators
We as Ts and As must exemplify adaptive traits in our classrooms and schools so that our Ss can have an environment that is conducive to this type of culture #EduGladiators
Civility does not remove or suppress emotions. Rather, it allows Ss to consider counterpoints, expand POVs, & grow their ability to reason/think/argue WHILE maintaining integrity to self. Passion is a driver of civility. #edugladiators
A4. One obstacle is ME! It's scary to give over control to learners. I don't know what they'll come up with. I need to stay adaptive!!!!! #EduGladiators
A2: This means that we need to provide opportunities for Ss to think critically. We can facilitate conversations, but we must allow our Ss to figure things out on their own and allow them to explain their conclusions. #EduGladiators
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A4: Fear. That is our biggest obstacle. Fear of ourselves, fear of the unknown, fear of others' words or actions. When people operate from a place of nervousness, anxiety, or fear, the result is never healthy or positive. #EduGladiators
A4 I think we are our biggest obstacles to change. Be it from not knowing where to start etc., we have to have a growth mindset and model/teach that to students #EduGladiators
A3. The power of S’s voice is so important. I see a movement in our field where we the T’s have gotten so much more comfortable with shared learning which prompts deeper & broader learning for everyone. We have given ourselves permission to create rich experiences #edugladiators
A4 Well, for one thing, standardization is the enemy of adaptability, and right now we are moving in the constraints of a heavily standardized system. It's hard to teach out of the box thinking when you know the stakes are highest in the box. #EduGladiators
A3) It is what we do-stated in the open. 1st year Ss report a significant learning curve to become comfortable not having 1 desired outcome. Give them opportunities to create, lead & provide feedback for me. We work as colleagues-building all of our skills. #EduGladiators
A3: I believe that modeling the ability to be flexible is key. Avoid being rigid in your interactions with students. Show that you evaluate each situation differently. Be calm. Control emotions. Identify what is really important. #edugladiators
Related to import of self direction, the new-to-me term 'heutagogy' (as opposed to pedagogy or andragogy) caught my attention lately. https://t.co/dAfQAkKa1X#edugladiators
@LouHayesJrso much goodness shared in #EduGladiators this morning! Many thanks for pushing our thinking, introducing new terms & concepts so we may better adapt!
A2: Learning is not about raw content, it is about skills. The highest form of learning occurs when a student can apply a skill in a completely novel situation. Worry less about pace and more about constructing complex learning tasks with high rigor #edugladiators
A3: My kids and I rely on our chasing better chant. When we expect that there is always a better around the next bend, we expect to adapt. We have to. In a sense, we want to. #EduGladiators
A4 Well, for one thing, standardization is the enemy of adaptability, and right now we are moving in the constraints of a heavily standardized system. It's hard to teach out of the box thinking when you know the stakes are highest in the box. #EduGladiators
A3: If we can think of learning as an opportunity-to-adapt experience, then we need to give kids a chance to adapt through retakes and redos. One-and-done chances do not foster resilience. Learning is about adapting. Let kids adapt. Help kids grow. #EduGladiators
A3: T's should provide need to know info (knowledge) then provide way to develop S's understanding (learning). Scenarios, critical thinking evaluation, acceptance of failure as a way to develop new knowledge. #EduGladiators
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A4: The mentality of "well that's what I did in school and I turned out okay!" implying that student-hurting practice is okay. Instead, one should notice that they achieved "in spite of." #EduGladiators
You can never have too many tools! Alton Brown talks about "Unitaskeres" sometimes needed. The key is to not do it all at one time. Embed the tools in the task. Start with the most important. How to deescalate, How to listen, and to ask clarifying questions, #EduGladiators
A3 Some of the tools/strategies I like to use are the "What if" exercises, role play settings, research and debate current and emerging trends... These should not be subject-specific tools! #edugladiators
A4 #edugladiators Obstacles yes, but they can be adjusted to. Yes we have standardized testing, TEKS or state objectives, common assessments but these are merely the borders - the city scape, natural resources and outlying villages are what matter most- how we function & grow
A4. Big obstical is ME. When I’m teaching I tend to want to drive the bus. Ss take over and sometimes I fear we may drive over a cliff. I have to get better and adapting to how and where a S wants to take a lesson. #EduGladiators
A4 - Mostly it is fear of doing something different and having it not work. However, "if you don't ask, you already have a no" is my favorite quote recently. #edugladiators
But we can't always apply the skill until we probe the situation to make sense of it....
Problem-solving "skills" are arguable more important than the fixing tools.
Thoughts?
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A2: Learning is not about raw content, it is about skills. The highest form of learning occurs when a student can apply a skill in a completely novel situation. Worry less about pace and more about constructing complex learning tasks with high rigor #edugladiators
Q4: Support teachers and realize that there is an incredible amount of stress and accountability on their shoulders w/testing. Do what you can to alleviate it, and model adaptability and calmness in your own approach. Being calm and supportive sets atmostphere. #edugladiators
ELA teachers operate in the "gray area" all the time, then we are expected to tell Ss that there is "one right answer" to a Q w/a million possibilities. It is so frustrating. Some things just can't be standardized. #EduGladiators
Thank you so much @LouHayesJr for leading on one of my favorite topics! Grateful the weather will give me opportunity to read through the #EduGladiators chat with a cup or two of coffee!
Students who collaborate together, learn together. Practice, get the reps in, then collaborate to share the learning is what #blendedlearning is about #BLinAction#EduGladiators
A4: The mentality of "well that's what I did in school and I turned out okay!" implying that student-hurting practice is okay. Instead, one should notice that they achieved "in spite of." #EduGladiators
A4 overall systems resistance to how "school" looks & functions- timetables-learning structures-even curriculum need to adapt & move from a 100 year old model #EduGladiators
A4: The mentality of "well that's what I did in school and I turned out okay!" implying that student-hurting practice is okay. Instead, one should notice that they achieved "in spite of." #EduGladiators
Dungeons and Dragons or other table Role Playing Games. I create one with my students based on "The Most Dangerous Game" and it is usually a hit with them. #edugladiators
a4 There is a pervasive message that we "can't change how we feel." It's well scripted and permeates the music industry but that is scientifically false. It enslaves ppl (especially children) to their own emotions instead of empowering them to be their best person. #EduGladiators
A4: Standardized testing & scripted curriculum takes away opportunities for students to adjust their thinking as they naturally encounter problems. They can’t explore how to manage in a volatile world if we expect every kid to act alike & respond in the same way. #EduGladiators
A4:Adaptability requires assessing those factors informing the reasons to adapt. Unless we shift our assessment practices to be focused on informing learning success, support future learning and self assessment, rather than earning points, adaptability wont happen #edugladiators
Exactly! Have you ever seen the articles where the authors of the pieces answer the Qs and get them wrong? Lose-lose situations for all. #EduGladiators
A4: Building adaptive skills takes time. It requires revisions, reflection and reassessments. Most importantly, adaptability occurs when we overcome failure. Classrooms need to have the freedom to spend more time on less standards but maintain a high level of rigor #edugladiators
A4 #edugladiators A philosophy of do and take risks and push the envelope are the tools that get you over any barriers. The requirements should not halt our creativity but shape what we teach not how we teach. Our vision of mindful, purposeful education is key-
A4. Standardized testing causes a standardized mindset for teachers & Ss. In order to be successful, Ss must be compliant and lack imagination because the answers are in a standard format. Flexibility/adaptability are not required. #EduGladiators
A4: Building adaptive skills takes time. It requires revisions, reflection and reassessments. Most importantly, adaptability occurs when we overcome failure. Classrooms need to have the freedom to spend more time on less standards but maintain a high level of rigor #edugladiators
A4: Standardization, Siloing rather than a more holistic learning environment. Individualized learning (we don't all learn the same way), Shift from industrialized education model. #EduGladiators
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A4 Teacher training towards information rather than learning. When we have fact oriented instruction rather than leanring oriented instruction we make everything ONE WAY with no dialogue. We must provide training to Ts on inquiry based learning and processes #EduGladiators
Totally my operative. I am a subversive teacher! I also find that Ss are very willing participants in learning how to "game the system!" #EduGladiators
I buy glitter pens for my classroom (in bulk). You would not believe the beautiful "learning logs" in Algebra. Brain science & motivational psyc at work here #EduGladiators
A4 One of the largest barriers is the comfort of doing things the same way whether it is teaching and assessing or learning. I love this process by @ThisIsSethsBlog to combat this mindset. #edugladiators
Checking out early to go to a library book sale. English nerds, am I right? Thanks so much for a great way to start Saturday morning! #edugladiators#nt2t
A4 #edugladiators It comes back to adaptability- anticipating change and outside influences and being prepared to give new active learning opportunities to our Ss. Let them fail because that is the best tool to steer themselves through the information at their fingertips
A4: Standardization, Siloing rather than a more holistic learning environment. Individualized learning (we don't all learn the same way), Shift from industrialized education model. #EduGladiators
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It's so important to expect and prepare for challenges. We don't always have to be a victim if we anticipate interruptions to our lives. #EduGladiators
A4: Building adaptive skills takes time. It requires revisions, reflection and reassessments. Most importantly, adaptability occurs when we overcome failure. Classrooms need to have the freedom to spend more time on less standards but maintain a high level of rigor #edugladiators
While compliance is mandated for state tests, children need Ts to infuse creativity, imagination, and passion into lessons. The WILD CARD addresses how Ts can make learning FUN while teaching standards. Kids who enjoy learning will retain more! @hopekingteach#EduGladiators
That is certainly true when we are successful at adaptability. But to learn the skills student need to struggle, reflect and reassess when adaptability would have been productive #EduGladiators
Standards do not have to be the standardization of learning or teaching. The problem is the false notion that a standard should be taught the same way by everyone. Absolutely NOT. Too many standards are also a problem. Can't do this is a tweet. #EduGladiators
We have started experimenting with moving statewide selected response assessments in CTE to using quality performance assessments to determine a broader, flexible understanding of learners. https://t.co/07kYViHXm4#EduGladiators
Teaching- a profession where daily we must change. A routine is beneficial as the backbone of the process but the rest of the body is flexible, messy & loud at times. Where listening is our ultimate weapon against ignorance & isolation- when we listen we can adapt #edugladiators
Agreed. Too many standards, written by people who are not in a classroom & don't have any familiarity w/ the reality of teaching. But primarily STANDARDIZED TESTING. I feel like we are headed into Mordor as we head into the end of school. #wheresfrodo#EduGladiators
I thought your tweet was an admirable first stab, Jim. It's possible for teachers to be tighter with expectations, yet looser about how students go about meeting (or exceeding) them. #edugladiators
To really advance education and improve the skill set and mindset of our students we must- eliminate compliance and embrace dissonance- give students a voice that they feel confident to use, to challenge ideas and become independent thinkers #edugladiators
This comes down to how we handle #feedback or #debrief or After-Action sessions & how we structure Qs to allow for Ss to explain themselves without (too much) judgement. #EduGladiators
A2: This means that we need to provide opportunities for Ss to think critically. We can facilitate conversations, but we must allow our Ss to figure things out on their own and allow them to explain their conclusions. #EduGladiators
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Q4: We must include teacher voice and allow for differentiated learning. One size fits all no longer works. Job embedded opportunities need to be built into the learning so that it can be practiced in meaningful ways. #EduGladiators
We need to reclaim the title of assessment leader for the classroom teacher and focus on formative/responsive assessment practice. Lets pick what "standards" are critical then search for ways for ALL students to be successful. #EduGladiators
To really advance education and improve the skill set and mindset of our students we must- eliminate compliance and embrace dissonance- give students a voice that they feel confident to use, to challenge ideas and become independent thinkers #edugladiators
Reasoning and resilience - articulation and self-advocacy these are skills of adaptability and when students become adaptable and trust their teachers - they will take on any challenge and problem-solve in order to find the truth #edugladiators
Everyone wants to beat up standardized testing...but standards are great for certain environments, functions, topics, processes!
I dont always hate standards. lol
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Agreed. Too many standards, written by people who are not in a classroom & don't have any familiarity w/ the reality of teaching. But primarily STANDARDIZED TESTING. I feel like we are headed into Mordor as we head into the end of school. #wheresfrodo#EduGladiators
I would also add that we need to first equip our teachers & principal to do so. Invest in staff to begin with, and that will put students first each and every time. #EduGladiators
I see we are on the same page! I am not against standards, and definitely not against accountability, but I am rabidly anti-false accountability. The testing system is completely inequitable. Hold me accountable for the job I'm doing, not someone else's fake test. #EduGladiators
I thought your tweet was an admirable first stab, Jim. It's possible for teachers to be tighter with expectations, yet looser about how students go about meeting (or exceeding) them. #edugladiators
If I hurt someone I care about, and they emotionally react, wouldn’t it dehumanize them to tell them “be civil” as my first engagement with them? #EduGladiators
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Yes. Without an open-minded faculty this is slow and sluggish- but with a community of growth oriented people- the opportunity for change is inevitable #edugladiators
I’d also argue “choosing” how you react is very privileged. If your entire life you were being dehumanized, telling people “choose your attitude” when it happens for the 1,000th time is dehumanizing to me. But that’s my opinion. #EduGladiators
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Yes, there are definitely places where rigid thinking is needed. The problem is that the entire year is judged on the "rules" side. There is no measure for the "creativity" side, which is a problem for the powers-that-be, esp when most ELA standards fall there. #EduGladiators
I wouldn't tell them to be civil. That's not my responsibility. In teaching students to deal with conflict, etc... we should help them realize this #EduGladiators
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You wouldn’t. But our education system does. Systemically, we dismiss students who “get angry” about the curriculum that doesn’t speak to them or engage them. We are talking systems here, not individuals. #EduGladiators
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If we have learned anything from the NCLB years is that all the testing we have done has done nothing to increase student learning or close achievement gaps - its stated goals. Dynamic classroom assessment practice is a much more powerful learning tool. #EduGladiators
Thankfully, those who are biased towards #adaptive & #creative skills (even though they may struggle in school)....they will excel in life. What really matters? #EduGladiators
So true. And there are many Ts and admins who don't want the hassle of having this type of discussion, bc it is hard, and might be uncomfortable, and might end in change! Let the hand-wringing & pearl-clutching commence... #EduGladiators
How do we find those things that #resonate with ea of the Ss?
Very challenging in mass education setup.
Luckily, I have more leeway to limit class size, etc.
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Ha! You sound like a science T accustomed to formaldehyde. I won't try selling dirt to algebra teachers...but I do secretly like your analogy. #edugladiators
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Yes. We will never close the achievement gap by testing Ss on the "four corners of the text." The problem is that assessments based on adaptability and flexible thinking must have narrative feedback. They just don't work with numbers. #EduGladiators
They will, you're correct, but it is def a problem that the school system will consistently brand a lot of those kids as a failure or a struggling learner. That builds a fixed mindset that will follow them into life. #EduGladiators
You could ask: « You are planing to assign a project to students. Describe for us the process that you and your students will experience from start to finish ». #EduGladiators
Well conceived standards should be the baseline for exploring learning not the ceiling. Most priority standards cannot be assessed ABCD but must be "performed" in creative ways. #EduGladiators
We can only encourage innovation & risk-taking. There are those who jump off the cliff to experience the rush & excitement of trying new things & others who feel safer feet firmly on the ground. But we must lure everyone to look at the view, for it inspires change #edugladiators
The problem comes from the top. But we can lead the rebellion within. Want to find something that resonates with Ss? Ask. Them. They will tell you. That requires Ts to learn what interests Ss. That’s hard. It’s messy. It’s time consuming. #EduGladiators
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