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NoVAEdChat Apr 19 @ 8:00 PM EDT

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techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hi #NoVAedChat! I hope y'all had a great break. I'm Kendra, an #innovation coach in Charleston. #Penguin

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hey #NoVAedchat! I'm Margaret, HS Tech Coach from Chantilly HS. Fuzzy Baby Penguins!! @ProfeTravis @ms_muto_phys @CHSSraHale @MsMolliAtallah

CHS_writer Apr 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi, gang- Nikki, HS English teacher- refreshed after break and here until bedtime! #NoVAedchat

acuteteacher Apr 19 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hi all! Katie G5 T in FCPS #novaedchat https://t.co/aQPgIWqhut

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi Nikki! Good to see you :) #NoVAedChat

In reply to @CHS_writer

misshanrahan5th Apr 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hey #NoVAedchat I'm Sarah Hanrahan, 5th grade teacher from Woodley Hills 😎

SusZanti5 Apr 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Good. Evening #novaedchat Susan, instructional caoch from Loudoun County VA

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hey Nikki!! Glad you are here! #novaedchat

In reply to @CHS_writer

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

hi! #NoVAedChat

In reply to @acuteteacher

NoVAEdChat Apr 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1 How might humor be used in the classroom? #NoVAedchat

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Heheh! Cute! Glad you are here Katie! #novaedchat

In reply to @acuteteacher

mcarlson110 Apr 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Hi everyone. I am Mary and I teach in Loudoun Co. #NoVAedchat Love SANCCOB - did a skype with them

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Hi Susan! Glad you're here. #NoVAedChat

In reply to @SusZanti5

AdamBrownEDU Apr 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Hi - Adam from Virginia Beach. Principal #novaedchat

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

This is a fab gif! Glad you're here Sarah! #novaedchat

In reply to @misshanrahan5th

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

*waves* howdy Susan! Glad to see ya tonight! #novaedchat

In reply to @SusZanti5

SusZanti5 Apr 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Happy to stop in! #novaedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Hi Susan! Glad you're here. #NoVAedChat
In reply to @SusZanti5

ecsetser Apr 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

#Novaedchat @techinteaching @timothy_tanner1

In reply to @NoVAEdChat, @techinteaching, @timothy_tanner1

scigates Apr 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Michele, HS Science teacher. Greetings all. #NoVAedchat

misshanrahan5th Apr 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1 humor is a HUGE community builder in my classroom, & we're also big fans of coming up with puns to remember content vocab #novaedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 Humor is always a part of my instruction...especially after a long day working, it can really make a difference! #NoVAedChat

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 Humor can break the ice, start relationships and help students and teachers relate to each other #NoVAedchat

BrianHerb17 Apr 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Hour+ drive north of Frederick MD to drop off son's forgotten clothes for overnight field trip. Doesn't he know tonight is #NoVAedchat

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Hey Adam! Welcome back :) #novaedchat

In reply to @AdamBrownEDU

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Hi Adam! #NoVAedChat

In reply to @AdamBrownEDU

mcarlson110 Apr 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: Humor makes learning more fun and builds relationships #NoVAedchat

SusZanti5 Apr 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

You too! #novaedchat

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

*waves* howdy Susan! Glad to see ya tonight! #novaedchat
In reply to @SusZanti5

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Hey Michele!! #novaedchat

In reply to @scigates

mcarlson110 Apr 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A seabird rescue org in S. Africa #NoVAedchat

In reply to @Techy_Margaret

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

hahaha. LOVE puns- using them for vocab is such a great idea! #NoVAedChat

In reply to @misshanrahan5th

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Love your #penguin! #NoVAedChat Glad you could join us!

In reply to @ecsetser, @NoVAEdChat, @timothy_tanner1

CHS_writer Apr 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Everyday! A way to connect w/ Ss- I laugh at myself and they laugh, too. They also love my cheesy jokes, which I appreciate #NoVAedchat

scigates Apr 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 Humor allows connections to build. It helps to keep engagement too. #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Oh Dang. #Kids! :) #NoVAedChat

In reply to @BrianHerb17

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AdamBrownEDU Apr 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1. Can be a great relationship building technique if used in the right way (and is funny) #novaedchat

acuteteacher Apr 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1 to build relationships w Ss, show that you're a human being who also loves to laugh #novaedchat

SusZanti5 Apr 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Humor makes us smile-smiles are universal-they connect us and make the connections relevant-relationships are the beginning #novaedchat

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

How do you incorporate humor? #novaedchat

misshanrahan5th Apr 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

we came up with this story about Esteban Electron a few weeks ago #novaedchat

In reply to @techinteaching

mcarlson110 Apr 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Last year we "adopted" a penguin from #SANCOBB #NoVAedchat

mcarlson110 Apr 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Hi Susan! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @SusZanti5

acuteteacher Apr 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

pure gold #novaedchat

In reply to @misshanrahan5th, @techinteaching

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Yep, when we can laugh at ourselves, students can learn to take themselves less seriously too #novaedchat

In reply to @CHS_writer

fultondl7 Apr 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Dianne, 4thgrade Sci/ELA joining from Texas. #novaedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

SO TRUE. #Relationships are critical. #NoVAedChat

In reply to @SusZanti5

BrianHerb17 Apr 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Rewarded by an amazing view and a bunch of deer though. And finding the humor in it! #NoVAedchat.

BrianHerb17 Apr 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Hour+ drive north of Frederick MD to drop off son's forgotten clothes for overnight field trip. Doesn't he know tonight is #NoVAedchat

mafarrace Apr 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1 Bonsoir! Humour in my room relieves tension & shows Ss we're both human. #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

...and funny for everyone. :) #NoVAedChat

In reply to @AdamBrownEDU

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Hi Dianne! Glad you could join us! #NoVAedChat

In reply to @fultondl7

scigates Apr 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1 Humor can help alleviate some of the stress often found in our classrooms, usually at my expense #NoVAedchat

ecsetser Apr 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

#NoVaEdChat! So excited about my penguin, forgot intro: 2nd grade teacher in SC

In reply to @techinteaching, @NoVAEdChat, @timothy_tanner1

cybraryman1 Apr 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

My Humor in the Classroom page https://t.co/Kdn7TSZ2eY Please be careful how you use humor so as not to offend anyone. #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

^ I see what you did there! #NoVAedChat

In reply to @BrianHerb17

mcarlson110 Apr 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Here is one of the penguin rescues #SANCCOB #NoVAedchat

SusZanti5 Apr 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Laughing at myself, with my self-my Ts-Ss, seeing the humor in situations, learning, helping to appreciate humor #novaedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

True story. Which is so important (especially this time of year)! #NoVAedChat

In reply to @scigates

fultondl7 Apr 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1 When we laugh at ourselves, quizzing my classes about a charger left plugged in, then a S asked if it was for my phone. Yep. #novaedchat

mcarlson110 Apr 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Where in SC? Just came back from Charleston. Loved it. #NoVAedchat

In reply to @ecsetser, @techinteaching, @NoVAEdChat, @timothy_tanner1

NoVAEdChat Apr 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Q2 What might be the downsides of using humor in our classrooms and schools? benefits of humor as a part of instruction? #NoVAedchat

mcarlson110 Apr 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2;possible downside - offending someone or disrupting flow of instruction or work. #NoVAedchat

mcarlson110 Apr 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: benefits - building relatonships #NoVAedchat

scigates Apr 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2 Humor can be misconstrued or misinterpreted which can hurt relationships too. 😬#NoVAedchat

ecsetser Apr 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

#NoVaEdChat Mt.Pleasant! Just outside of Charleston!

In reply to @mcarlson110, @techinteaching, @NoVAEdChat, @timothy_tanner1

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 Some people might not 'get' our humor or be entertained by us, and yet it can help build culture in your classroom #NoVAedChat

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 Hazards? if students don't understand humor/sarcasm it might seem mean or teasing. Important line not to cross! #novaedchat

BrianHerb17 Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: downside- students need to be able to transition, there are times when we need to be serious #NoVAedchat

mafarrace Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

I soo agree! Many Ss & Ts are ready 2crumble due to pressure. We need to keep happy & smiling 2cut through what weighs us down #NoVAedchat

In reply to @techinteaching, @scigates

mcarlson110 Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

We went to Boone Plantation and Magnolia. So much fun as well as downtown Charleston. I want to live there. ##NoVAedchat

In reply to @ecsetser, @techinteaching, @NoVAEdChat, @timothy_tanner1

CHS_writer Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 In world of ELA, tropes of humor are imp to discuss in lit, esp since much of what we read- as class/by choice- is so serious #novaedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Here's some info/ideas on humor in the classroom: https://t.co/e11GMZQI57 #NoVAedchat

mcarlson110 Apr 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: downside - young children don't understand sarcasm and have hurt feelings #NoVAedchat

misshanrahan5th Apr 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2- Some people see joking w one another as a lack of respect. Need to find the balance/model appropriateness #novaedchat

SusZanti5 Apr 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: Caution to avoid sarcastic humor, or any humor that can be misconstrued- keep it positive, fun, approriate #novaedchat

BrianHerb17 Apr 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: plus side: knowing when to be serious and when humor is ok is a life skill, so we're giving Ss a chance to practice that #NoVAedchat

BrianHerb17 Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: downside- students need to be able to transition, there are times when we need to be serious #NoVAedchat

ecsetser Apr 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

#NoVaedchat You should move here! GORGEOUS area! So much to do!

In reply to @mcarlson110, @techinteaching, @NoVAEdChat, @timothy_tanner1

mcarlson110 Apr 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

How are teaching jobs in that area? #NoVAedchat

In reply to @ecsetser, @techinteaching, @NoVAEdChat, @timothy_tanner1

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

2nd language learners & students w/special need might need support with 'getting' some humor. https://t.co/b92i3D9AET #NoVAedchat

BrianHerb17 Apr 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

I was just there last week! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @ecsetser, @mcarlson110, @techinteaching, @NoVAEdChat, @timothy_tanner1

mafarrace Apr 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 Definitely 2nd what @cybraryman1 mentioned! #NoVAedchat

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

That's what @techinteaching used to say... then she moved there and away from me #novaedchat

In reply to @mcarlson110, @ecsetser, @techinteaching, @NoVAEdChat, @timothy_tanner1, @techinteaching

CHS_writer Apr 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 Downside: some people's "humor" is just not nice #NoVAedchat

misshanrahan5th Apr 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2- BUT joking while teaching makes the lesson more fun for everybody! (I like to treat my lessons like my own mini standup) #novaedchat

fultondl7 Apr 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 When humor is used inappropriately or hurts feelings. Benefits include creating memories/encouraging engagement. #novaedchat

ecsetser Apr 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

#NoVaEdChat Lots of growth! Lots of jobs! Terrific schools! Come south!

In reply to @mcarlson110, @techinteaching, @NoVAEdChat, @timothy_tanner1

mcarlson110 Apr 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Doing a mystery skype tomorrow at 11:45. Also, I am doing a webinar on book creator next week for the county #NoVAedchat

In reply to @SusZanti5

AdamBrownEDU Apr 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2. Humor is a great connector but can be a quick divider if it crosses a line #novaedchat

BrianHerb17 Apr 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Absolutely! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @techinteaching

misshanrahan5th Apr 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

learning the difference between funny and mean is such an important life skill #novaedchat

In reply to @CHS_writer

ecsetser Apr 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

#novaedchat We are lucky to have her! @techinteaching

In reply to @Techy_Margaret, @mcarlson110, @techinteaching, @NoVAEdChat, @timothy_tanner1, @techinteaching

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

You beat me to it! I was just typing this!!!! But not quickly enough #novaedchat

In reply to @BrianHerb17

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

True. Got to be careful with it! #NoVAedChat

In reply to @fultondl7

acuteteacher Apr 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2 - some Ts view sarcasm as humor and sarcasm often results in breaking someone down #novaedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Thanks :) #NoVAedChat

In reply to @ecsetser, @Techy_Margaret, @mcarlson110, @NoVAEdChat, @timothy_tanner1

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT

For. Sure. It's a super valuable skill. #NoVAedChat

In reply to @BrianHerb17

acuteteacher Apr 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT

true story #novaedchat

In reply to @misshanrahan5th

CHS_writer Apr 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Off to read some humorous books with my boys! Their fave: Mo Willems. Hope to pop back in #NoVAedchat

mafarrace Apr 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2 MS is tough. This past wk, 1st day back, I actually stopped Ss b/c they were hacking w/each other "joking" Needed reteach #NoVAedchat

NoVAEdChat Apr 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q3 How might we encourage students to incorporate humor in their work? #NoVAedchat

misshanrahan5th Apr 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

with what they say/how they communicate (2/2) #NoVAedchat

In reply to @BrianHerb17, @techinteaching

MrHeronMU Apr 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Great point, Brian. Really important skill. #NovaEdchat

BrianHerb17 Apr 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT
A2: plus side: knowing when to be serious and when humor is ok is a life skill, so we're giving Ss a chance to practice that #NoVAedchat
- BrianHerb17 Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT
  
  A2: downside- students need to be able to transition, there are times when we need to be serious #NoVAedchat

SusZanti5 Apr 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Another thing is that when sarcasm is used with older Ss they in turn use sarcasm-creates a negative leaning environment #novaedchat

acuteteacher Apr 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2 - some Ts view sarcasm as humor and sarcasm often results in breaking someone down #novaedchat

misshanrahan5th Apr 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT

for instance, one of my language learners has taken to speaking entirely in egg puns #NoVAedchat

In reply to @BrianHerb17, @techinteaching

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3 Encourage students by providing positive feedback, smiling, laughing at jokes, providing choice in assignments #NoVAedchat

misshanrahan5th Apr 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3- when learning vocab, the crazier/goofier pic you create in your head, the more you'll remember it #NoVAedchat

mcarlson110 Apr 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3: Discussing humor in books #NoVAedchat

misshanrahan5th Apr 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3 a friend of mine used a standup comedy lesson to teach Ss about empathy and feedback #NoVAedchat

scigates Apr 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3 humor with Ss work help to take themselves (and mistakes) less seriously- concentrating on learning #NoVAedchat

SusZanti5 Apr 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3: Encourage creativity-imagination-let kids make-produce and draw/sketch-provide tech tools for animation/cartooning #novaedchat

mcarlson110 Apr 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Humor can break up hard work and allow students to focus afterwards #NoVAedchat

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT

G'night Nikki! Reading some pigeon stories tonight? #NOVAedchat Did you know the Pigeon is on Twitter? @The_Pigeon

acuteteacher Apr 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT

and our lives are that much richer for it #novaedchat

In reply to @misshanrahan5th, @BrianHerb17, @techinteaching

MrHeronMU Apr 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3 My S love 2 say"I politely disagree w myself!"When they see what they did wrong in @numbertalks or @WODBMath &change their A. #NovaEdChat

NoVAEdChat Apr 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q3 How might we encourage students to incorporate humor in their work? #NoVAedchat

misshanrahan5th Apr 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

one might even say they're egg-cellent #NoVAedchat

In reply to @acuteteacher, @BrianHerb17, @techinteaching

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

That's so fun! #NoVAedChat

In reply to @misshanrahan5th

fultondl7 Apr 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A3 Storytelling or writing assignments with fun prompts.... tell about an embarrassing time, tell all about a funny animal, etc. #novaedchat

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT

I think this is a good point - modeling it appropriately, reteaching when necessary. The skill is SO important to learn!! #NoVAedchat

mafarrace Apr 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2 MS is tough. This past wk, 1st day back, I actually stopped Ss b/c they were hacking w/each other "joking" Needed reteach #NoVAedchat

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Ok, extra question. What about students who have trouble being creative/thinking differently? #NoVAedchat

misshanrahan5th Apr 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

one of my Ss wrote a story titled "The Booger Laugh" and it was awesome! Need to encourage more of that #NoVAedchat

In reply to @fultondl7

NoVAEdChat Apr 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q4 How does humor support or detract from relationships? #NOVAedchat

ecsetser Apr 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

#NoVaEdChat A3: By showing humor ourselves! I dress up a lot in my classroom.#NewCape

In reply to @NoVAEdChat

libraryms Apr 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Hi #novaedchat! Gretchen, MS librarian here, jumping in late...will try to catch up!

misshanrahan5th Apr 19 @ 8:36 PM EDT

always tough. I encourage Ss to reflect something they've seen or heard that they thought was funny #NOVAedchat

In reply to @Techy_Margaret

libraryms Apr 19 @ 8:36 PM EDT

I can say that generally in a MS library, our HUMOR books fly off the shelves! MS students are HUNGRY for humor! #NoVAedchat

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4 Sometimes ppl use humor to avoid showing real feelings. We have to be REAL and not hide behind humor. #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4 It can do both. Choosing appropriate & kind humor can definitely build people up, while other types can have do the opposite. #NoVAedChat

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Sassy cape! I like it :) #NoVAedChat

In reply to @ecsetser, @NoVAEdChat

misshanrahan5th Apr 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4 it was huge in initially creating classroom environment, but deeper connections often come from more serious convos #NoVAedchat

MrHeronMU Apr 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A3.2 (Great follow-up) We all have had a S who "couldn't write" or "wasn't a good artist" We find ways to bring it out of them! #NovaEdChat

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Ok, extra question. What about students who have trouble being creative/thinking differently? #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Good to see you! Glad you're here #NoVAedChat

In reply to @libraryms

SusZanti5 Apr 19 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4: Humorous events while learning can be private/class running jokes, can deepen relationships-flip side-allowing negativity #novaedchat

libraryms Apr 19 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4: This is exactly why relationships are key. For Ts to know/understand when humor is okay to use with Ss #NoVAedchat

AdamBrownEDU Apr 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A4. It can help ease tension or it can be used to avoid effective communication #novaedchat

fultondl7 Apr 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A4 Humor often helps Ss lighten up, enjoy their day. The classroom may be the only place Ss can laugh, connects them to us. #novaedchat

misshanrahan5th Apr 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@Techy_Margaret love that!!! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @MrHeronMU, @Techy_Margaret

libraryms Apr 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Costumes are KEY! Funny, goofy, silly! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @ecsetser, @NoVAEdChat

misshanrahan5th Apr 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT

such a good point! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @fultondl7

libraryms Apr 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT

YES! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @fultondl7

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT

^This! #NoVAedChat Relationships & Class culture are so important.

In reply to @libraryms

acuteteacher Apr 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A3 I model laughing at myself when I make mistakes and Ss feel safer to be more honest about their own #novaedchat

MrHeronMU Apr 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A4 Humor engages Ss-an incredible relationship starter,builder,or strengthener.Sarcasm,even a little,can be a relationship ENDER #NovaEdChat

NoVAEdChat Apr 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q4 How does humor support or detract from relationships? #NOVAedchat

misshanrahan5th Apr 19 @ 8:42 PM EDT

"adults make mistakes. Haven't you heard Miss Hanrahan talk?" - one of my Ss #proud? #NoVAedchat

In reply to @acuteteacher

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:43 PM EDT

And share my bad drawing skills...everyone can participate if i put this crazy drawing on the board! #NoVAedchat

acuteteacher Apr 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A3 I model laughing at myself when I make mistakes and Ss feel safer to be more honest about their own #novaedchat

BrianHerb17 Apr 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Clothes successfully dropped off. Gotta drive #NoVAedchat As my Dad says, "Keep smiling"

MrGreeneEdu Apr 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Saying hello! Late to the party tonight for #NoVAedchat but hope to see everyone in person at #edcampNoVA on Saturday!

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Being vulnerable yourself can really help kids take #risks. #NoVAedChat

In reply to @Techy_Margaret

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

I also think, just like sarcasm is a fine line...self deprecating humor is too. Positive self talk is important too! #NoVAedchat #itstricky

cybraryman1 Apr 19 @ 8:45 PM EDT

My Educational Puns page https://t.co/FawnC5RHi2 #NoVAedchat Have your students create their own puns.

NoVAEdChat Apr 19 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Q5 In your experience, do students have the skills to appropriately use humor? What might further support them? #NOVAedchat

libraryms Apr 19 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Great point. We definitely want to model this. #NoVAedchat

In reply to @Techy_Margaret

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A5 I think it depends on the student. some need support to understand jokes b/c they aren't used to adults joking #novaedchat

libraryms Apr 19 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A5: Much like adults, some Ss do, and some don't. I think it's key to be yourself--if kind humor works, go for it. Otherwise... #NoVAedchat

SusZanti5 Apr 19 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A5: Being a LA T in the classroom, I often punned-Ss learned and laughed #noVAedchat https://t.co/7KMCfrUsVq

misshanrahan5th Apr 19 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A5 children are funnier than any adult I've ever met! If they know how and when to use it, they're golden #NoVAedchat

fultondl7 Apr 19 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A5 With 4th graders, some do, some don't. Sharing funny personal stories model humor from Ss, it's ok to laugh at yourself. #novaedchat

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:51 PM EDT

It will be such a fun day!! I hope everyone can join us!! #NoVAedchat #edcampNoVA

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mcarlson110 Apr 19 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Here is a link to the funniest books according to authors: https://t.co/Tgpq9z8OUJ #NoVAedchat

timstahmer Apr 19 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A5: Someone needs to define “appropriate” before I can respond to that question. Adults have always teen humor questionable. :-) #NoVAedchat

NoVAEdChat Apr 19 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Q5 In your experience, do students have the skills to appropriately use humor? What might further support them? #NOVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:53 PM EDT

true story Tim. Also, my appropriate is probs not your appropriate. #NoVAedChat

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HowardKiyuna Apr 19 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A5: My Ss current outlet is #sketch50 #novaedchat

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:54 PM EDT

hahah! How would you define appropriate, Tim? #NoVAedchat

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mcarlson110 Apr 19 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Thanks. It showed up in my facebook page. :) #NoVAedchat

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ecsetser Apr 19 @ 8:54 PM EDT

#NOVAedchat Q5: Teach students humor and they will show you humor when it is most needed in your day.

NoVAEdChat Apr 19 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Q6 Reflect on humor in education: Valuable tool or smokescreen? #NOVAedchat

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Also, one of the biggest adjustments from ES to HS was appropriateness. That line moves a bit. :-D Right @techinteaching #NoVAedchat

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timstahmer Apr 19 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Pretty much anything funny that doesn’t hurt someone else. But how do you teach that? #NoVAedchat

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techinteaching - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A6- I think if you're not trying too hard, it can be a great tool...but don't let it take over the classroom. #NoVAedchat

EduGladiators Apr 19 @ 8:56 PM EDT

🔥#EduGladiators is BACK this SATURDAY! Is failure a choice?🤔Don't miss this convo! #FLedChat #ONedchat #WCPSSchat #miched #novaedchat

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A6 Beneficial!! But definitely know your audience and be sensitive to their needs #NOVAedchat

Techy_Margaret Apr 19 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Modeling, talking about why something doesn't work. Listening & sincerely apologizing when feelings are hurt. #NoVAedchat

timstahmer Apr 19 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Pretty much anything funny that doesn’t hurt someone else. But how do you teach that? #NoVAedchat
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