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posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #edprep chat. I'm running solo tonight while we discuss decision making in our classrooms.

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Please introduce yourself, your role in education, and where you are tweeting from. #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Jay, Principal from Merton, WI, facilitating the #edprep chat this evening. Who's out there to join us?

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hey, @froehlichm and @kiddielitprof! You two able to join in on #edprep chat? How about you @headlearner? You out there @TonySinanis?

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:04 PM EDT

We'll be using the Q1/A1 format throughout. First question will be up in one minute. #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1 What kinds of critical decisions do you have to make in your classroom every day? #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:05 PM EDT

#edprep chat tonight, @Joni7665 if you're not too busy. Talking decision making.

MissHayley29 Oct 25 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Checking in from southwest Wisconsin! Pre-service teacher who will be student teaching soon! #edprep

MissHayley29 Oct 25 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1. Making sure you're meeting the needs of all of your students and realizing you may to need change a plan last minute #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@MissHayley29 Very true. More than just curriculum, too. Sometimes students just need someone to listen. #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Q2 Which people and resources can you access to assist in making decisions? #edprep

kiddielitprof Oct 25 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Wendy prof from Mn. Babysitting grandson so will try 😊👍🏼 #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@kiddielitprof Appreciate you giving it a try, Dr. Wendy! I've got one eye on the Cubs/Indians game and one eye here. #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2 I rely upon my mentors, both online and in person, and I also ask our kids. I post questions to Twitter, too. #edprep

MissHayley29 Oct 25 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2. I've heard that mentor teachers are a huge help when needing help with decisions #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@MissHayley29 I encourage you to ask about mentors when you are in the interview process. Shows you want to learn from the best. #edprep

MissHayley29 Oct 25 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@posickj I loved learning about the community of educators on twitter and how helpful everyone has been since getting one! #edprep

kiddielitprof Oct 25 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A1: Sometimes you may have to decide to chat about life and forget about the curriculum. https://t.co/Nu2h7W2ujK #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@MissHayley29 Make sure to let your fellow classmates know. The abundance of knowledge on Twitter has been life changing for me. #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Q3 What factors are important in lesson plan decisions? #edprep

kiddielitprof Oct 25 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: Other colleagues, admin, paras, children's books. #edprep

MissHayley29 Oct 25 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3. Knowing your students is very important. Understanding their passions will make your lesson and their learning more meaningful! #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us, @kostadimer! #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 Oct 25 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Sam Wallace here, sorry for the delay! Getting a few financial things figured out tonight #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@Samuel_Wallace2 Glad you could make it, Sam. Discussing Q3 about factors in lesson plan decisions. #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 Oct 25 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3 Make sure you have the logistics covered; intro, Ss practice, form of assessment, feedback, etc. Cover all your components #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 Oct 25 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Hey @MissHayley29! So glad you could make it! #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Q4 How do you know that you have to change the plan once the lesson has begun? #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 Oct 25 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@MissHayley29 Knowing students is so crucial, I learn new things about them everyday! #edprep

MissHayley29 Oct 25 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3. Informal assessments throughout the lesson, if you can tell they aren't getting the concept, you need to change your instruction #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 Oct 25 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4 If the Ss clearly aren't understanding, more so than just a few. Sometimes it just "feels" wrong, like a dead end #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@MissHayley29 Checking for understanding is so important. And an exit ticket helps prepare for the next day. #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 Oct 25 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@MissHayley29 Much more specific than my response, well done! Let the assessment drive your instruction! #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@kostadimer @MissHayley29 You know it, Kosta! #edprep

kiddielitprof Oct 25 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4: When you see that glazed-over look in your student's eyes. 😜 #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@kiddielitprof I'm sorry. Did you say something? :) #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 Oct 25 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4 @posickj I actually had this happen @mertonint on a lesson. I had to redo a few things the next day & start over, good learning! #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@Samuel_Wallace2 Sometimes the kids need a do over and sometimes we do. Just make sure you learn something and don't repeat it. #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Q5 How do you decide which consequences are appropriate for rules violations? #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 Oct 25 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@posickj It definitely made for good reflection w/ my CT and a reminder of the importance of pre assessment! #edprep

PegMischler Oct 25 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4: students are not attending, not willing to share or discuss and not able to peer/turn and talk successfully #edprep

mrgeorgehistory Oct 25 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4) When the lesson has already ended due efficiency, or when you find the teachable moments, always use teachable moments #edprep

mrgeorgehistory Oct 25 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Tyler from MI, sorry for joining late, Prof of ESAT, Instructor of Teacher Ed at Siena Heights University #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@PegMischler Glad you could join us, Peg. When students can't discuss with one another, it's time to try something new, for sure. #edprep

MissHayley29 Oct 25 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5. I think having set rules and what happens if they are violated right from the get go (that the students know) would be helpful #edprep

PegMischler Oct 25 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5: student developed and they work #edprep

mrgeorgehistory Oct 25 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5) Always situational. You have to have a relative idea on what students are going through #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 Oct 25 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5 "The First Days of School" is a fantastic read that talks about setting effective & meaningful procedures right away #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@mrgeorgehistory Glad you're hear, Tyler. We have #edprep twice a month. Can't wait to join your students' #sstchat 11/3 at 7CST.

mrgeorgehistory Oct 25 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A5 cont) I have had my students draft their own Hammurabi's Code for the laws of the room, ownership yeilds results #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 Oct 25 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@MissHayley29 Have clear expectations is awesome! The Ss (and you) should always know what to expect #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@mrgeorgehistory Will do. Hope you can help @erod129 and I spread #edprep, too!

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Glad you could join us from the Phillipines, @ginoloko! #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Thanks for stopping in to #edprep, @SteeleThoughts!

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Q6 What decisions will you make to check your students' mastery? #edprep

mrgeorgehistory Oct 25 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@posickj @ginoloko Love when chats go international!! #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@mrgeorgehistory @ginoloko Must admit I've got a smile on my face! #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 Oct 25 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A6 Utilizing a variety of informal/formal assessments to measure learning from all angles, hit on the Ss strengths! #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A6 It's vital to use a variety of assessments. There are so many ways students can show their learning. #edprep https://t.co/LZDeTNepI3

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Q6 What decisions will you make to check your students' mastery? #edprep

mrgeorgehistory Oct 25 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6 Current level in the process. This is based on where we are in the class, classroom dynamic, and DOK. I favor formative assessmt. #edprep

mrgeorgehistory Oct 25 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A6) I love writing pieces over "tests" far more authentic #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@mrgeorgehistory Can you please explain DOK? Drawing a blank. #edprep

PegMischler Oct 25 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A6: Teach and assess in small groups. This lets me watch or even listen to their thinking. Need to see/hear process not product. #edprep

MissHayley29 Oct 25 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A6. Differentiating assessments is big for me. For example, doing a project instead of a test. #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@mrgeorgehistory Education needs more acronyms. NOT! #edprep

TeacherRunner42 Oct 25 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@posickj @mrgeorgehistory reference chart : similiar to blooms #edprep https://t.co/qu7morAf41

Samuel_Wallace2 Oct 25 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@mrgeorgehistory I've found that it's harder for Ss to "fake" knowledge/comprehension on writing pieces vs traditional tests #edprep

mrgeorgehistory Oct 25 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@PegMischler Agreed 100%, the process is key! #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@MissHayley29 It's even better when you can provide choices or let the students create a way to show their learning. #edprep.

Samuel_Wallace2 Oct 25 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@MissHayley29 Giving the Ss choice also makes for a good variety of assessment & allows them to draw on their strengths! #edprep

mrgeorgehistory Oct 25 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@Samuel_Wallace2 #edprep Agreed! You can guess on a test, you cannot hide in writing!

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@TeacherRunner42 @mrgeorgehistory Great share, Michael! #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 Oct 25 @ 8:51 PM EDT

I've almost mirrored the same ideas as @posickj 2x now! Gotta love collaboration! #edprep

TeacherRunner42 Oct 25 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@posickj @mrgeorgehistory glad to help, just saw this hashtag in my feed :) looked like a good chat! #edprep

kiddielitprof Oct 25 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A6: Differentiate. A great book...Checking for Understanding. #edprep https://t.co/gCV22WyPKM

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@TeacherRunner42 @mrgeorgehistory Started a little slow, but it's picked up in the last 20 minutes. Glad you stopped by. #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Q7 You've made a decision. How do you know it's the right one? #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@kiddielitprof Looks like a great present for aspiring and tenured teachers. #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@Samuel_Wallace2 Great minds think alike. #edprep

PegMischler Oct 25 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A7: did you get the results you set out for? #edprep

WinkelerD Oct 25 @ 8:56 PM EDT

AHH! Can't believe I missed #edprep . Definitely going to have to catch up on this!

Samuel_Wallace2 Oct 25 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A7 Make a decision & follow thru. Make adjustments as necessary & always reflect and seek advice/support! #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@WinkelerD No worries, Dan. We'll be back around on November 8th! #edprep

mrgeorgehistory Oct 25 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Sorry I have to jet everyone, I am hosting #sstchat on 11/3 at 7 p. EST. Please join and help sho my candidates the power of Twitter #edprep

MissHayley29 Oct 25 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A7. If your students are successful, you know you made the right decision #edprep

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@mrgeorgehistory Thanks for stopping by, Tyler. What's the topic of #sstchat at 7EST on 11/3? See what I did there? #edprep

kiddielitprof Oct 25 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Thanks for the chat....the baby calls. 💤 #edprep

Samuel_Wallace2 Oct 25 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@MissHayley29 Their success is the true measure of our success! #edprep

ginoloko Oct 25 @ 9:00 PM EDT

:-) Thanks. Trying to find time to participate while attending to office concerns. #PLN #edprep #globalvillage https://t.co/MwLBIY1Gqy

posickj - Moderator Oct 25 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@mrgeorgehistory @ginoloko Must admit I've got a smile on my face! #edprep