#WCPSSchat Archive
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Wednesday September 14, 2016
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Hi! Kim from third grade!! Super excited for
I'm a preservice secondary math teacher at Elon University!
Ryan Morris 7th grade science Dillard Drive
Hey all! Renee White from . Excited to learn more about collaboration for my 1st graders.
Q6 when is Nathan going to do a project in 's class?
My name is Amber Leahy and I am a 7th grade LA teacher . I'm excited for my first
Julia, Media Coordinator,
Victoria Fernandez Math Sped
Hi! Amy from Forestville in Knightdale looking forward to some great collaboration
Ingrid, Forestville Elementary School
My people have come to play! ! https://t.co/Uh73a0yXzR
My name is Amber Leahy and I am a 7th grade LA teacher . I'm excited for my first
Michael MacGovern Assistant Principal
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So while we are doing intros, I want us to jump into collaboration! Send me some ideas for our final question of the night!
Q6 When is the wcpss taco party at the HQ?
Mariah Walker / Assistant Principal at The Grove with my fantastic flyers π!
Library media coordinator
Lauren Genesky, ELA @ Millbrook HS
So good to talk with you again!
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Phyllis 1st grade teacher
MaryLu, ITF at Forestville Road ES. .
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So while we are doing intros, I want us to jump into collaboration! Send me some ideas for our final question of the night!
Rodney Smith, AP, multitasking with open house
Angelo, Principal at Carson High in Rowan-Salisbury Schools. Love collaboration and noticed the chat. Figured I would join!
Hello ! Mike West. ITF/IRT π
Thanks so much for joining! Looking forward to your perspective!
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Come on over to It's now! All about collaboration
Thanks for the warm welcome!
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Kelsey Cones, kindergarten teacher,
so glad you're here Angelo!
Q6: Have you scheduled experiences for staff to build relationships outside of school? May help strengthen collab during school.
Hi All! Ms.Maggie here! Looking forwarding to a gr8 !
Beth Hodge, Senior Director of PL & Special Projects, co-chair of our exceptional plan! https://t.co/p4AxhIMcrP
Welcome to ! Please introduce yourself. To get some collab. started, I want some help with special ? #6...send me your ideas!
Eric Davis, Wilson County Schools
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Angelo, Principal at Carson High in Rowan-Salisbury Schools. Love collaboration and noticed the chat. Figured I would join!
Hi everyone! Phil Echols - Prof Learning Specialist for (PLT support).
Thanks for joining us tonight!
Q1: What does collaboration look like in your classroom?
So glad you are here! My first year teaching was at Wells. Great school system!
Yup. We're definitely breaking Twitter tonight with this crowd! Love it. π₯π₯
Q6 who is in favor of a Star Trek spin off show about the cardassians from deep space 9?
A1: Many diff things! Ss brainstorming, writing, reading, researching, building together. Working out & discussing math prob etc.
A1: T-level: using Google Drive, talking, planning; S-level: talking, trading texts, charting together
A1 Ss talking, active listening, desks together, messy, loud, controlled chaos!
Great! How do you encourage visitors to join in?
That's awesome! Small world!
A1: Collaboration looks busy, loud (at times), interactive, not static
How do you teach active listening to your kiddos?
A1 collaboration in 7th science is group vocab practice, labs and sharing ideas
A1 Working with teachers, it is different at every grade level. In common: Shared vision, shared risk, shared responsibility
A1: Ss and I create collab. agreements at beginning of year, all sign. Refer to it often to reinforce and as needed
Dayson interested in an part II
A1: Collaboration in my room is both "teched out" & low tech. It's about the kiddos joining for a common goal.
A1 Collaboration is not just Ts sharing ideas/resources. Also Ss sharing ideas
Whatβs one of your favorite collaborative vocab strategies?
Looking forward to a great with
Google Drive is a great way to get students collaborating that extends beyond the classroom! Great stuff! https://t.co/TdzpbK5SPG
A1: T-level: using Google Drive, talking, planning; S-level: talking, trading texts, charting together
Create a welcoming environment!
A1. Varies with the day: book sharing, project creating, wondering the possibilities.
Love it!!! I was thinking controlled chaos!! great minds.... https://t.co/xscUu1xuJh
A1 Ss talking, active listening, desks together, messy, loud, controlled chaos!
A1: organized chaos. Ss learning from each other and helping each other. Working together to solve a challenge problem.
Sending positive vibes to the of !
Great to see so many FRES Falcons at the
Controlled chaos is a great phrase. Collaboration isn't neat - at least not authentic, student-governed collab.
A1: Collaboration is built from PLT planning & implemented in daily lessons by our T's. Use of cross-curricular team plan is key
Diverse population implementing strategies to reach a common goal.
A1: Learning is focused around the Ss - lots of discussing, sharing, and praising from boths Ts and Ss https://t.co/uXaUdKJFJW
Q1: What does collaboration look like in your classroom?
A1 we just did group frayer models/ gallery walks to introduce new words from the unit
A1: Right now in 1st it looks like lots of modeling how and teaching or sharing what we know and how we know with each other
modeling- role playing- students give feedback through whole group discussions. It takes time but definitely worth it!
Great to include the importance of a diverse population. How do you encourage Ss to choose these groups?
A1: Ss sharing ideas and explaining problems in a new way to neighbors
A1. Working side by side w/ Ts & Ss to encourage risk taking & stepping outside of comfort zone. All powerful & encourage growth
Great response. Collaboration done for the purpose of problem solving, not because it's a check in NCEES. https://t.co/VQUbIGAgU4
A1: organized chaos. Ss learning from each other and helping each other. Working together to solve a challenge problem.
A1: Learning is focused around the Ss - lots of discussing, sharing, and praising from both Ts and Ss https://t.co/uXaUdKJFJW
Q1: What does collaboration look like in your classroom?
station teaching also leads to great Ss collaboration
I love the phrase βside by sideβ
My parent and volunteer heart swells when fills my timeline. Yβall are awesome. That is all.
A1: Ss working together to answer or create questions in either self selected or assigned groups
hello! Not from the area, but a lifelong learner with a love of teaching always looking for a good educator chat
Yay! Giving more control, ownership to the students with their learning/collaboration! Me as a guide!
Love when Ss can create the questions themselves! How do we teach this?
A1: Pt.2 Ss often in groups, solving probs, working w/ others who aren't always friends Challenge each other in + way, Ss lead
Thanks for joining us! Welcome!
Glad you are here! Welcome!
A1: Kinder: "Humpty Dumpty stays on our wall! We made a trampoline on one side just in case he falls!" https://t.co/iCltwvTq3p
Awesome! What are some ways your Ss work together to solve problems?
A1) The best collab. I see in my building is when I see students leaning-in & their eyes bright bc they are working on REAL stuff
Authentic, real-world, intentional learning.
A1: My favorite kind of collab is co-teaching with some awesome Ts
Q2 is coming in ONE MINUTE! is on fire!
Students working together to create a product.
A1: Collaboration also includes student led lessons in which our T's use! Fun to see students take ownership
Sorry for jumping in late friends! Anna Neumann, 2nd grade, Laurel Park ES!
Talk to me about what makes effective co-teaching, Mike. How do we βteach it?β https://t.co/90FZljXrgT
A1: My favorite kind of collab is co-teaching with some awesome Ts
A1:Joining late, Judith, MS Math. Productive discourse,buzzing conversations
I give difficult problems and ask them to work together to find a solution in my math classes. They love it!
A3 kids talking with each other, creating together, teachers talking with students.
A1: Collaboration in the library: team teaching w/ teachers, small Ss groups all over, working, solving https://t.co/srNrqasiNO
TY for mentioning the (at times) - collaboration can be quiet, written communication as well - honor all preferences
Much like collaboration.Goal set high and scaffolds in place to support success if needed! Great analogy! https://t.co/BgsBieliGc
A1: Kinder: "Humpty Dumpty stays on our wall! We made a trampoline on one side just in case he falls!" https://t.co/iCltwvTq3p
Yes! Working on this now! My Ss use a Q Matrix to learn to ask a variety of simple and more complex Qs. https://t.co/6f5JXaQqt4
Love when Ss can create the questions themselves! How do we teach this?
A little late but here...hi, everyone! Amanda Ireland, ITF and Testing Coordinator, Garner Magnet High School
One of the benefits of collaboration is that Ss learn from others who they didnt think have anything to offer
A1 kids talking with each other, creating together, teachers talking with students.
So true! Is that structured? Semi-structures? Not structures?
Little late but Molly ITF
A1: Collaboration looks like organized chaos, loud, and engaging!
A1 I'll often have S's create questions and then walk around the room quizzing each other
Q2 - How do you teach your students about the importance of collaboration for the future? Any resources to share?
A1 S's working together and taking charge of their own learning. T's is collaborating with small groups of students
Iβve seen that and love it. Can you tweet it out to the group?
that's very true. In order for collaboration to work among Ss they have to buy in to the task
at risk of sounding like a broken record, I think it comes down to relationships. Knowing each other's strengths is key
A1: We're a big fan of our "learning buddies" who edit our writing, are our math buddies, & overall classroom bff.
Major collaboration between connected educators right there.
always love doing a cardboard challenge
A1: My Ss currently learning to write each other Qs about what reading & seeing them try to come up w high order ones is awesome!
A1 also myself collaborating with other Ts for lessons like coming in and co-teaching with literacy
You have done some great collaborative projects this year! Your kids are LOVING it!! https://t.co/2CdIHeAOVB
Students working together to create a product.
Great answer! What does that structure look like? What are ways they reach their goal/product?
A2: Adults modeling collaboration is a great way to show Ss how effective and productive collaboration can be.
Q2 https://t.co/ocJ5oOgljl
Q2 - How do you teach your students about the importance of collaboration for the future? Any resources to share?
Planning time and flexibility!
& recognizing the folks that don't have the same strengths as you are especially well positioned to be effective co-Ts
A2: Use Google Classroom, and many other tools necessary for digital citizenship skills needed now and later in life.
A2: Ahhh! That's tricky...so many of my kiddos are trying to figure out the "now"
A2 I make a point to vary partners in class as much as possible. S's should be used to idea of working with diverse colleagues
A2 Through real world examples! Use what my 4 year old son says team work is dream work!
Exactly. We are better together when we can share and learn from one another and celebrate each other!
A2: Modeling collaboration with Ts is the best way to teach Ss collaboration.Teamwork makes the Dream Work!
YES. Flexibility is so important
I co-teach w my trackmate too. You need to be clear & concise about goals play off one another well. https://t.co/8G7NMndjBY
Talk to me about what makes effective co-teaching, Mike. How do we βteach it?β https://t.co/90FZljXrgT
A1: My favorite kind of collab is co-teaching with some awesome Ts
Very powerful. Great that Ss learn that every S has something imp to bring to the table.
A2: PBL lessons of any kind are great for this! My favorites include math inquiry units and pollution or community themed PBL
What is a way for us to model this to students?
I love it when Ts are involved in the discussion as learners WITH Ss too! Respecting the knowledge S bring!
Excellent! How do you teach digital citizenship to your little ones?
A2 - opportunities to collaborate&expectations of the how to work - modeling how to work together and time to self reflect
A2: I'm staring to implement Seesaw. Will be introducing Google Classroom next week to get Ss used to necessary tools
A1: In my class, Ss delegating responsibilities w T's guidance-planning 4 in class & out of class communication to complete parts
What about the kid who doesnβt want to work with others?
A2: any work experience now involves working with people whether through tech or in sales- working together
So true! But for your kids they definitely need to think future, right?
Great point, here. Students need to be able to work with all kinds of people, not just their friends. https://t.co/mPL0kFKz4B
A2 I make a point to vary partners in class as much as possible. S's should be used to idea of working with diverse colleagues
Not a teacher by trade; I don't hesitate to introduce complex concepts to kids. Their q's provoke convo. https://t.co/SXy66SDR4g
Q1: What does collaboration look like in your classroom?
We are using Google Apps as a school and getting students to use it as well. Just one tool but an effective one!
A2: By modeling it w co-teaching & being transparent about how you get ideas etc... Collaborated w others to get this, refine it
What do you put in place to help scaffold them to create the higher level ?
We talk about diversity all the time! So important for the real world.
A2: Remind them that any job requires collaboration and vary groups to get diverse experiences
A2 collaboration comes easy to some Ss and not so much for others. If you strategically group Ss they can learn from each other
So happy to see you tonight in I'm looking forward to lots of collaborating with you this year!
I like that...it's been awhile since I've switched "learning buddies."
A2 - We learn about the importance for the present day first! through lots of modeling and practice! https://t.co/HwfzIqLeHV
Q2 - How do you teach your students about the importance of collaboration for the future? Any resources to share?
I give them a special project. I keep a few in my back pocket that relate to what we are doing
A2: I give personal examples of how I use it as a working adult. Ss love to hear that their teacher does it too.
When there is laughter & funy u know that Ss are learning! Making memories tied to content standards https://t.co/KfpyU4Uq30
A2 - This is how I started my school year to get students talking | Struggle & Collaboration https://t.co/yMhJU6aOta
This is greatβ¦we will link this to the next question!
Maribeth here... Avoiding grading papers for a little while
Good evening friends! Todd from NY, HS assistant principal from NY.
A2: last year we had a PBL around animal shelters (ignore the empty room it was a presentation space) https://t.co/c1mxdX80uI
A2 By modeling & explaining the "Y." Remember to debrief w/ Ss 4 clarity . Love using https://t.co/m0gfMTAJAQ
Q2 - How do you teach your students about the importance of collaboration for the future? Any resources to share?
A2: also show them that you as a teacher are open to collaboration with them, the students! Give them back the power!
A2: Ask really interesting questions, give kids tools to uncover context for themselves, and playπ. Recess IS collaboration, no?
A2: I think this is a great question to ask professionals when they do in-house field trips, Skype, career day, etc.
I don't know if students could handle all the awesomeness.
My best feedback from week 1 was the student who wrote, βI like when you sit down with us.β Great response, Taylor!
A2: We had a discussion of what collaboration looks like in careers and how technology makes every career require collaboration
So very true! When went to STEM partners visit it was the skill they stressed most. https://t.co/vmj2FlOvPU
A2: any work experience now involves working with people whether through tech or in sales- working together
A2: Digital Citizenship...because kindness counts now and in the future.
A2: Modeling & walking littles through digital citizenship is big too. Appropriate class tweets, THINK comments in etc
Yes! That would be so eye opening for the kids!
So true! Can you share your method behind the grouping?
Late to the party, but glad to see is hoppin' tonight!
your students have awesomeness everyday
A2:S helps another S understand the hlper S becomes more open to conversation&other S more relaxed 2lrn https://t.co/HQNQgaFr5Z
Q2 - How do you teach your students about the importance of collaboration for the future? Any resources to share?
A2: I model Twitter with my kiddoes when they want to ask an author a question.
A2) Assiging roles during collaboration activities is huge bc it specifies that EVERYONE has something to contribute to the WHOLE
Yes!!! Love the Socratic reflection time. Always wrestling with how to improve π€ https://t.co/8XMSpo4yu4
my favorite part is the crazy brainstorm session before & reflection afterward. A lot to learn!
A2 cont.: my trackmate & I are also essentially work wives, doing a lot together!
Yes we do! I need that in my house too!
A2: Provide real world examples they can relate 2; examples Ive learned from & love teaching using quotes!!!
A2 Group kids so they can learn from each other. Give S's constant opportunities to talk and problem solve
A2. Embracing edu tech to grow as learners. GHO w/ authors, to share stu work, virtual field trips, etc.
Working WITH people. All types of people. Diversity in every sense is key to success of Ss futures.
A2: Ss love collaborating via Google Classroom and through literature circle groups
Trial and error! I also use random grouping cards to mix it up a lot!!
True! Are there examples you use when reminding them? Just looking for a few that have helped your Ss connect the dots
Their Qs also breed engagement. Making learning relevant.
that's true assigning roles and having S's assume responsibility is critical
Love seeing the kids collaborate online effectively. Mine are learning how to give meaningful responses right now.
Probably needs to start with the teacher, but has to transition to student choice over time.
A2: assigning roles in group work so that students learn how to interact and let each person be involved
how fun! From an author's perspective, it's exciting to see technology being used this way in the classroom.
Thanks for sharing Casey!
Everyone needs to see this. Letβs work towards the STUDENTS choosing their roles. https://t.co/yZHNTDy3sr
Probably needs to start with the teacher, but has to transition to student choice over time.
Just started using GoogleClassroom this year, love it. Students need a little more practice though.
A2: Experience is learning. Kids learn why collaboration is important when they collaborate with peers in class!
Our Ss collaborate on design challenges in Domain class where they create prototypes and solve real world problems
Q3 - How do you evaluate collaboration and hold students accountable for collaborating effectively?
Using personalized feedback helps students to feel confident and grow.
Especially with younger Ss. They need to learn how to be active listeners & good teammates. https://t.co/ZB2067jD0D
Probably needs to start with the teacher, but has to transition to student choice over time.
Ss know when the adults in building are authentically engaged w each other. Culture matters and is felt. They watch!
A2: Random grouping methods show them what RW situations can bring when it's time to problem solve.
I love it! We are taking tomorrow. I am geeking out in excitement for media day!
A2: Never give up because kids are finding it difficult to collaborate. It is just a phase!!
That's awesome. Where'd you learn about PBL? Any suggestions on places to research? Thx!
A3: Anecdotal notes, conferences, class discussions. It's messy. :)
I love the team shake app for quick random groups!
A2: Very interesting. Can you elaborate? Do you focus on content or mechanics? How do Ss collaborate? https://t.co/VJjZ5iyzXs
A2: I model Twitter with my kiddoes when they want to ask an author a question.
Totally agree!!! Give Ss responsibility piece by piece; teaching the right way along the way. https://t.co/0pOhbYgSwa
A2: assigning roles in group work so that students learn how to interact and let each person be involved
They will get the hang of it! A majority of Ss and Ts are using it and love it!!
A3 we use project logs featuring the 3 questions and tutorials about projects
A3: Peer evaluation of group performance is one way in which you can evaluate the quality of collaboration in classroom
That's great! Do you tweet it out where they see it? Classroom?
A3: Pointing out strong evidence of collaboration from Ss; being VERY clear of expectations
A3 Quick check ins, self and group evaluations/rating scales
A3: This is a hard one...would LOVE some ideas!
I've had success with SOLE in the past
I love the idea of peer evaluation for this. Important to hold each other accountable.
Q3 https://t.co/1LMp5gTTHF
Q3 - How do you evaluate collaboration and hold students accountable for collaborating effectively?
A3: This is a great question! A rubric is helpful. Sometimes one student does more of the work and receives a poor grade.
Evaluating collaboration is tricky but having students being a piece of the whole holds them accountable
A3: We created group norms and brainstormed strategies for when collaboration is going badly-later this will be a student rubric
A3: Def. have "how to be good friend and learning buddy" convo, but always looking for new ideas!
Take a look at this idea!
Kids have worked together to fashion a ? or a comment limited to 140 characters for authors or
A3: Modeling and clear expectations are necessary. I use a lot of self reflection and peer rubrics
A3 notes when conferencing love using confer for note taking!
Oh no! Won't make it home in time for . Looking forward to reading later.
A3: Have students collaborate regarding rubrics and expectations. Identify key components of what makes collaboration effective
Can you explain what that is?
Great response!!! https://t.co/wqr2Hooche
It is helpful to have students choose roles so everyone has a job. Students also have to know how to compromise with each other.
A3 use exit tickets to track what is going on in groups
My Ss love this! Use apple tv to project my twitter acct, tweet authors. They have been so responsive! https://t.co/UeKnjIEUEz
A2: I model Twitter with my kiddoes when they want to ask an author a question.
Heck yeah, don't think I'm eligible this year, but I could hook you up.
A3: Notes, conferences, observing comments & sometimes a βοΈlist of jobs for groups.
Conferring notes, recording collab in , eavesdropping.....
A3 Provide a collaboration and a project rubric. In addition to T assessment, have Ss self assess
I love the idea of creating normsβ¦thatβs what we do, why not have the Ss follow suit? https://t.co/frTp2Thd3L
A3: We created group norms and brainstormed strategies for when collaboration is going badly-later this will be a student rubric
Im also interested in how you do this! I'd love to get my Ss communicating with their fav. author!
Khs grading policy is based on the 4 cs this year. So 25% of Ss grade is for so I use a rubric and peer review
Eeeeeek!! Power justwent out middle of ! π± Switching to iPhone. Hang with me folks...
What are some ways you encourage "confidence" and sharing their voice?
and I did this topic on last Monday
I agree! Makes reading real. https://t.co/LjSVhupI5X
My Ss love this! Use apple tv to project my twitter acct, tweet authors. They have been so responsive! https://t.co/UeKnjIEUEz
A2: I model Twitter with my kiddoes when they want to ask an author a question.
Ahh.. I see. Thanks for sharing.
Q3: peer/self reflection vs. predetermined criteria.
Ahh the importance of modeling positive chats...good for social media too.
A3: We've used self and peer evaluations following an activity that focus on collaboration skills and norms.
A3) Students need to evaluate themselves ascontributors. Ask them how they collaborated, don't tell them. https://t.co/EuILKcqQTe
Q3 - How do you evaluate collaboration and hold students accountable for collaborating effectively?
Definitely an important step!
Thank you! Iβll look it up later!
A3: Reflection sheets where students comment on their contributions & partners contributions.
Another strategy for those of you wanting some ideas https://t.co/A2xhjhaAuA
Self Organized Learning Environment. Ss choose their groups. It was a
I do not think that it needs a grade, I think of self/peer evaluations as a reflective tool, no grade
Power at the house just went out in middle of π± Hold on folks....switching to iPhone...... π³
A3 google forms/ classroom have been a big help this year so far for keeping track. Every S has a device and can collab
Would love to see this rubric. I struggle with the balance of 4Cs & Academic Rigor Thoughts ?
A3 By having accountability built in, where everyone knows their role & is responsible for their piece https://t.co/ZS3BWcVI8o
Q3 - How do you evaluate collaboration and hold students accountable for collaborating effectively?
A3 For me this is a struggle! Ss can contribute in different ways! Hard for me to evaluate when I know Ss have diferent strengths
A3: colleagues, check out the rubrics for Collaboration. Use to build own rubrics & expectations w Ss
A3: class discussions. Checklists and rubrics can be used for group projects. Ss when truly engaged will keep others accountable
I think of guiding questions..what went well, what can you do differently, even asking about how their group worked
Agree! I find it a great way to interact w/Ss leading convo;good collab leads to great outcomes down the line!
Each student is provided with the opportunity to choose what they would like implement (diversity is ....
It can be as simple as asking students how do you feel about how your group worked today!
A3 Discussion towers- Ss get a tower of snap cubes, as contribute, they turn in a cube! model, model!! https://t.co/5YPcZbjvfx
Q3 - How do you evaluate collaboration and hold students accountable for collaborating effectively?
A2: The teen mom group LY w/ wcpss teen moms! 2gether teens learned parenting & early child skills & we gave cribs/carseats/etc!
It was a buzzword during grad school. I used teacher blogs and the book PBL in Elementary Grades
A3 Lots of great observational data can be gathered through collaborative talk.
Love it. Gives students a chance to see all aspects of the project.
do you find they're often mutually exclusive, Trey? https://t.co/sWuD9ADyG3
Would love to see this rubric. I struggle with the balance of 4Cs & Academic Rigor Thoughts ?
Twitter!!! My Ss even tweeted shark last year for a proj!
Juliette Kuhn, Brooks Museums Magnet El, coming in late so catching up.Great convo on Thanks
A3) The more students assess themselves in meaningful ways, the more they understand the value of meaningful assessment.
A3 Yes Ss need to be accountable for their learning.
You all know where I'm at...whatever you need
Keep the resources coming! Share ideas, links, and images! Please be sure to use our hashtag This is GREAT!
A3. Depends on your class to some degree but big fan of reflection sheets & verbal questioning once strong classroom culture set
A3: Continuums for 4Cs competencies coming soon to - check with P in coming weeks!
This is so cool!!!! Any pictures? https://t.co/QMPu7zSz2t
A3 Discussion towers- Ss get a tower of snap cubes, as contribute, they turn in a cube! model, model!! https://t.co/5YPcZbjvfx
Q3 - How do you evaluate collaboration and hold students accountable for collaborating effectively?
conferencing with Ss and groups will provide the T with information as to who is working and not
Absolutely. Open-ended, non-threatening kinds of questions.
A3:Focused, logical & clear rubrics help my Ss understand evals but allowing Ss 2 eval themselves goes with many Ss!
I wonder this for Ts too. How do we as adults collaborate w/ people we find difficult to collaborate w/? https://t.co/s7ZHB7cY6Q
Q3 - How do you evaluate collaboration and hold students accountable for collaborating effectively?
Just tweet them! The authors weve tweeted have been great! etc https://t.co/TMQvi6CiS1
Im also interested in how you do this! I'd love to get my Ss communicating with their fav. author!
My heart says NO, but my brain says YES! How do we combine both & maintain integrity?!?
I always love your perspective, Melanie!
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Personally for 1st graders it's new territory so only feedback. Grades can squash true collaboration. https://t.co/OqM18XjDxL
is a great one that my kids tweet to as well!
BTW, loved the math path! π
A3 Evaluate collaboration via informal observations/kidwatching, S-made rubrics, checklists to empower Ss to be accountable
Awesome, so true. I love that itβs just feedback for them at this point. We need to build up the confidence.
BTW, loved the math pun! π
A3: Ask Ss to recognize each other's thinking and collaborative efforts. Celebrate moments of awesomenes as a classπ
yes!! Love posting reflections to then students can see their growth through the year with collaboration
Q4 in one minute. This chat is flying!
Kid-watching and SHOUT-OUTs
we use something similar in 1st with participation chips - to make sure everyone gets input https://t.co/Cn1sZm3w6r
A3 Discussion towers- Ss get a tower of snap cubes, as contribute, they turn in a cube! model, model!! https://t.co/5YPcZbjvfx
Q3 - How do you evaluate collaboration and hold students accountable for collaborating effectively?
I love the idea of a student made rubric for a project
I agree rubrics are essential.
Q4 - How can we provide students with substantial opportunities to work in diverse teams?
Observation, asking questions, being involved in process.. standardized test cant show collaboration https://t.co/Kw5M5YnJHC
Q3 - How do you evaluate collaboration and hold students accountable for collaborating effectively?
That is so good. Would be powerful for all students in all grades. Build them up and watch them soar
Ss/Ts collaborate 2 decide how best 2 keep track of peer interactions.Collaborative protocols help.
Ah! I don't have any right now! I'll try to snap a picture next time!
Saw a team of Ss today high five over a math problem...Joy, utter Joy. https://t.co/IYVq85bngV
A3 Evaluate collaboration via informal observations/kidwatching, S-made rubrics, checklists to empower Ss to be accountable
We still need to collaborate. Looks like later rather than sooner. Yes Sorry
Power and of equal importance Mac/TweetDeck back up and running. All is well. :)
Looking forward to this! https://t.co/qzO4U3PnLZ
A3: Continuums for 4Cs competencies coming soon to - check with P in coming weeks!
Me too! Would love to see an example!
Would love ideas...patience, trying to see things from their perspective, etc. https://t.co/IwCWkWHHYC
I wonder this for Ts too. How do we as adults collaborate w/ people we find difficult to collaborate w/? https://t.co/s7ZHB7cY6Q
Q3 - How do you evaluate collaboration and hold students accountable for collaborating effectively?
Please send it my way. Sounds really fun!
pie charts, where S can privately give a visual representation of how much or little each group member contributed
Yes! Help them to stay positive and constructive in feedback early on. Make them the coaches.
A3 I like when someone walks in room and they don't see me bc I'm involved in the convo. When this is the norm Ss r free 2 share
Effective collaboration norms work well. Can be class made.
I love the idea of creating normsβ¦thatβs what we do, why not have the Ss follow suit? MORE >> https://t.co/YhfI0K4bqX
A3: exit tkts, group evaluations, Google classroom posts, and sometimes we just email
A4 we mix groups after each project
Often overlooked but great Q! https://t.co/xepccYF243
I wonder this for Ts too. How do we as adults collaborate w/ people we find difficult to collaborate w/? https://t.co/s7ZHB7cY6Q
Q3 - How do you evaluate collaboration and hold students accountable for collaborating effectively?
Q4 https://t.co/yZRBXiDEnW
Q4 - How can we provide students with substantial opportunities to work in diverse teams?
A4: Random grouping,varied guidelines,some paper-pencil, others demonstration w/props. https://t.co/d3oNLJ2Yf7
Q4 - How can we provide students with substantial opportunities to work in diverse teams?
What can be the benefit of this strategy? Do you think Ss need to know how their peers view their collaboration?
Yep, it's all in the application. Are 4Cs enhancing or just window dressing for same old?
Can you elaborate ? I get each piece, just how you word the exit tickets and what forum. https://t.co/Esq0CGKvx2
A3 use exit tickets to track what is going on in groups
A4. Service learning, near-peer projects
A4 aggressive persuasion. Remind and show S's that it's ok to work with someone they don't know or have never worked with before
Check out new course based on the book The Power of T Teams! Coming to soon!!
A4 when you personalize the projects, groups tend to change through self-selection
A4: by creating authentic tasks that require Ss to work with one another to solve problems, etc.
Curious minds want to know!
A4: By literally allowing them & encouraging them to work together on many things all day. Trade up teams at end of projects.
A4: First I think it's pretty critical we define what we mean by diversity.
Not so much tension as much finding authentic ways to blend 4Cs & content/rigor. Struggle is real for many Ts
A4 When Collaborative Opportunities and not limited or rare, Ss will have many opportunities to work with different Ss.
A4 I let them know if they always work with the same people they will always get the same answers
A4: Use a variety of group formats! From pairs to circles!
It's a challenge to design these assignments but I agree it can be done! https://t.co/TXNJGODxku
I think 4Cs can amp up academic rigor. All in design & choices of standards. The rubrics from demo
A4 First we must be mindful of what diverse teams are. Then we must be intentional with our grouping, selection, and inclusion
A4 opportunities to work with other students through random grouping, group norms/roles, authentic/engaging tasks
A4: Different grouping-styles, but also allowing for student choice; being firm in the student pairings you make as well
& do you have some lesson plans with how you do this that I can share w/ Ts?
A4 - provide them with a flexible learning space to do so! https://t.co/B6WnKGcH4x
Q4 - How can we provide students with substantial opportunities to work in diverse teams?
A4: Mix up partner/grouping options often. Have guidelines to push students to work with someone they haven't
A4 I try to be strategic and purposeful! Making equitable groups when I can!
This. Is. Critical. https://t.co/jzBIgYotdf
A4: First I think it's pretty critical we define what we mean by diversity.
Good point, Mike. How do we work with people who arenβt like us? Learning styles, SES, culture, etc.?
we use the 3 question model. What did U do? What did U learn? What ?s do you have?
Yes! Too much emphasis on 4Cs only does nothing-based in content & standards=authentic exp
Mix heterogeneous and homogenous groupings to enable Ss to work with different ability levels
A4 allowing more student voice and choice in the classroom!
Love this perspective, Ryan! https://t.co/pscKFwgD1f
A4 I let them know if they always work with the same people they will always get the same answers
Very well stated. Diverse teams can have many different looks
A5) That's a systemic issue (for all districts): Diverse schools enable diverse student teams. https://t.co/4OkgJQchiX
Q4 - How can we provide students with substantial opportunities to work in diverse teams?
throwing some Socratic discussions into the mix I like it
A3: Self-assessment exit tickets
A4:Work hard to involve local community members. Ss love seeing real world results & what better way than n our own towns/cities!
I think so on a smaller level. There are ways elementary kids can hold each other accountable for sure.
What I mean is integrating 4Cs authentically. A poster doesn't make it CREATIVE, CREATING your own method does.
A4: Project-Based Learning, Accountable Talk, Flexible Seating, and Planning for the 4 Cs
A4 We must immerse ourselves in the dynamic learning experiences we're looking at creating for our students.
A4: has allowed my Ss to move anywhere at anytime & work with anyone. They β€οΈit!
A4. Real world tasks/problems/scenarios. Students love them & they're authentically engaged. Winning all around.
So important! Love my flex seating and space!
a4 as long as you have a personal part to a project groups rotate
if 2 Ss charts are wildly different can lead to convo between Ss with t moderating to find cause of perceived imbalance
A4: assign groups and switch throughout year. Team up and work across classrooms https://t.co/mI1p7Pg01d
Q4 - How can we provide students with substantial opportunities to work in diverse teams?
Great point...you've definitely got me thinking about this now!
Many times folks see 4Cs at face-value, but not how it applies to content-specific courses
A4: The key is having a sesne for you Ss abilities and strategically placing them in groups and seating.
How do we get our students to choose these diverse groups themselves?
Learn to learn from them & w them. If we were all the same we'd have no one to learn from, challenge us. https://t.co/AgRLpqkK1t
Good point, Mike. How do we work with people who arenβt like us? Learning styles, SES, culture, etc.?
A4: draft students, colored cards, playing cards, high/low, deal or no deal, rock paper scissors, similar learner type grouping
sounds like an dance off is in the future
A4 Need to remember a group of Ss who all look the same can still be very diverse in interests, talents, abilities,& so much more
A4: We as Ts should model that diversity for our students every way we can.
. I want to see those rubrics. Great idea! Consider a rubric for Contribution.
It is thought provoking l, b/c Ss need these experiences & need to/CAN see content differently with the 4Cs
We probably ought to model it better ourselves as adults... https://t.co/x2f0Avc30q
How do we get our students to choose these diverse groups themselves?
A4: Using a variety of flexible seating, using a variety of grouping options, and giving students choice in who they work with
Great chat tonight, ! Loved reading your thoughts on collaboration! Keep doing great things for kiddos!
I think you ! https://t.co/L4ghauImOj
A4 We must immerse ourselves in the dynamic learning experiences we're looking at creating for our students.
Maybe it's the uber K-W-L? This may be learning through reflection. Critical piece in inquiry process.
and in how they share their learning
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applying the 4 Cs require a little creativity on your design
A4-Sometimes we need to start at their comfort level, which might not be as "diverse" Feeling "safe" 1st https://t.co/TiMDrKat94
Q4 - How can we provide students with substantial opportunities to work in diverse teams?
said it well. By personalizing Ss learning & or projects. Make learning meaningful 4 Ss https://t.co/bVuuj86ZfJ
Q4 - How can we provide students with substantial opportunities to work in diverse teams?
Yes, student choice is very important!
Q4: Teaching diversity/ensuring an envrnmnt where every1 feels = is probably a precursor 4 expecting 2 promote it in protocols
unfortunately true! We don't just "do" the 4Cs...no point without the content in which to ground it
How do you move them towards the βuncomfortable?β
Thank you! Strategically - Be intentional
Not just mine, but Ss. They should do the heavy-lifting under 4Cs.
I like my questions better
PREACH https://t.co/NTIHV0XMau
unfortunately true! We don't just "do" the 4Cs...no point without the content in which to ground it
True, Flexible seating options tend to create some very diverse groups. https://t.co/R73U1VR3JL
A4: Using a variety of flexible seating, using a variety of grouping options, and giving students choice in who they work with
Working w/ other classrooms would give Ss some real awareness that everything doesnt stop at the door. https://t.co/8Bf7ApBfaj
A4: assign groups and switch throughout year. Team up and work across classrooms https://t.co/mI1p7Pg01d
Q4 - How can we provide students with substantial opportunities to work in diverse teams?
A4:Diversity comes in many forms but as a Tt being mindful of strengths & weaknesses socially & academically & group accordingly
A4 A4 I agree w that as a start.W/ norms in place Ss could have choice partners 4 a switchup.
Create SAFE environment where failure is celebrated as a step in the learning and designing process https://t.co/MW4kIwbCuR
What are some ways you encourage "confidence" and sharing their voice?
Nice! Can you expand on that?
A4Ss choice and sometimes you must seek this out for your Ss. Provide opportunities Skype, FaceTime, Twitter, old school pen pals
For sure! Just like we model risk taking!! Agree!!
Thank you! We'll capture the tweets and send out the link!
I am assuming the students but teachers need to think creatively
A4 random groupings and mixed ability groups. Also allow students to form groups by like interests
Q5 - How can your school community of teachers create a culture of collaboration with one another?
every single day! https://t.co/Ap4kCE1SZh
A4: We as Ts should model that diversity for our students every way we can.
I let go.... Tell Ss you have tools & guidelines... Show me what you got. Pretty uncomfortable & then get it.
Social strength and weakness is so important. How can we get students to teach each other these skills?
This is a pretty good start
I would love to see it as well!! https://t.co/G3cOLHy7Fz
Would love to see this rubric. I struggle with the balance of 4Cs & Academic Rigor Thoughts ?
A5: My team just does. We bring a lot to the table and divide and conquer. Always looking for ways to amp up our game!
A5: Shout outs to those who are collaborating and highlight success so Ss, Ts, and community members see them.
A4 Yes, as passionate guides we learn alongside our Ss finding the sweet spot of the productive struggle.
Q5 https://t.co/3TScqJS79x
Q5 - How can your school community of teachers create a culture of collaboration with one another?
Would love help with this too! https://t.co/8vGBVB86U7
How do we get our students to choose these diverse groups themselves?
A4- Possibly we have challenges w/ diversity and making it intentional for collaboration w/Ss bc we aren't all that comfy w/itπ.
Interdisciplinary lessons need to be instituted so much more in high school! Talk to other depts!
A5. For collaboration, your culture must have and work towards a shared vision.
CELEBRATING SUCCESSES! So important to a school community. https://t.co/kTVUuka6oh
A5: Shout outs to those who are collaborating and highlight success so Ss, Ts, and community members see them.
A5 encouraging collaboration among different classes, grade levels. Students teaching other students.
A5: Twitter...it's amazing the amount of collaboration that can occur on here!
A5 talk to people. Post what you do. SHARE!!
A5 cont: Google Communities or Groups to encourage collaboration and conversation when time is limited.
Google docs is a game changer for collab. Couldn't function w/o it
How do we develop a shared vision?
Love this!1 Please tell us more!! https://t.co/jvlA8PS66C
A3 Discussion towers- Ss get a tower of snap cubes, as contribute, they turn in a cube! model, model!! https://t.co/5YPcZbjvfx
Q3 - How do you evaluate collaboration and hold students accountable for collaborating effectively?
A5: By sharing school resources, spaces, and curriculum connections, including . https://t.co/ImYp2Uf5ab
Q5 - How can your school community of teachers create a culture of collaboration with one another?
A4 Yes, and then we need to have Ss reflect on their daily work & learning to keep the momentum going.
It can - and would employ all 4Cs when done well :)
Love this! So excited to see so many tonight. Twitter is and will always be my favorite PD! https://t.co/ov5YetlP7S
A5: Twitter...it's amazing the amount of collaboration that can occur on here!
--NGO. --NGO. --NGO. And BINGO was his name-o! https://t.co/8TerrWtmEr
A5. For collaboration, your culture must have and work towards a shared vision.
A5 celebrate successes, failures, attempts, risk taking!!
A5: Noticing & noting what we see- tell people you like their ideas & ask them to share! Opening your door & walking into theirs!
A1: Sharing of best practices from a wide variety of teachers at many different meetings or PD.
A5 Observing other teachers in their classrooms, "stealing" ideas, share, share, share!!!! https://t.co/aPuRcoJMAa
Q5 https://t.co/3TScqJS79x
Q5 - How can your school community of teachers create a culture of collaboration with one another?
A5: Teamwork, positive interactions, and celebrating success! Create an environment where the Ts and Ss feel successful
A5 Find the time to chat and collab with Ts! Even Ts you might nevr think to work with!!
A5: Seek out time to collaborate & share reasons how benefits Ts & Ss.Not being afraid to say"Hey let's try something together."
A4: Not sure if it's been mentioned yet but we can provide these opportunities by building strong PLT's & learning from others.
We all need creativity. Teacher design, Student thought. Admin in leadership.
A5 Must have a shared vision & goal, agree upon expectations, and ALL be willing to "do the work" Hold each other accountable
A5: Great question! Focusing on impact over ego is impt. Real/meaningful collab takes no small measure of vulnerability!
A5 Create a culture of collaboration in your school community by practicing the 7 Norms of Collaborative Work π
A5 team building opportunities to build trust among the staff. When you trust someone easier to collaborate with!
yes - and have to be given the space to do so & then valued, recognized, & shared out when they do
A5. Relationships are paramount. Verbal praises, notes, emails, etc. that are genuine. Little things go a long way when sincere!
sometimes you need 2 have an activity that gets brains going may not b content related
So true! It begins with us!
Shared vision-strategic act of collaborating&brainstorming 2arrive at starting pt-Outcome impact learning.
This makes me happy!! π agree 100% https://t.co/aRJxIy4640
A5 Must have a shared vision & goal, agree upon expectations, and ALL be willing to "do the work" Hold each other accountable
A5: lead by example, model wrking the tough students (Ss know who they are) Ss need to see Tt interact appropriately
Even sharing across the county at meetings and
sharing is the part we all struggle with
A5: Ts at MCHS designed a "Mustang Moments" Google calendar. All Ts have access and put lessons on there that others can visit
A5 - leave your door open! Welcome other Ts into your room. https://t.co/IB1RNYAfVm
Q5 - How can your school community of teachers create a culture of collaboration with one another?
Hmmm I wonder how many Ts collaborate with others oustide of their comfort zone? Diversity isn't just about Ss, Ts 2!
A5 Must build relationships and trust to build a team that collaborates well
Thanks for the great conversation. I need to jump out because I have a large group PD program to facilitate tomorrow.
Agreed! Asking for help for a problem is a great way to get new ideas!
You can always find a brain-engaging, content-related task. May be low entry level.
Not easy.. But we could certainly reflect and use info to assist Ss.. https://t.co/NSh2RO3AkB
I wonder this for Ts too. How do we as adults collaborate w/ people we find difficult to collaborate w/? https://t.co/s7ZHB7cY6Q
Q3 - How do you evaluate collaboration and hold students accountable for collaborating effectively?
all things we do in classrooms are related to content in some way or another-connections everywhere!
we spend so much focus on classroom we tend to forget to build T relations too
A5: create & implement cross-curricular lessons & units
Love the notes writes us at track out time! β€οΈ always so personal!!
so true on so many levels https://t.co/jRcoyAQOp5
A5. For collaboration, your culture must have and work towards a shared vision.
So true! We need to be modeling this behavior. https://t.co/YjUfHm3H04
Hmmm I wonder how many Ts collaborate with others oustide of their comfort zone? Diversity isn't just about Ss, Ts 2!
Celebrating risk taking is powerful!! Showcasing what others are doing, empowers others to try. https://t.co/x9SD6TQCH9
A5 celebrate successes, failures, attempts, risk taking!!
When teachers have time to informally work together without a set agenda awesome collaboration happens https://t.co/l7KigRoQ2I
Q5 - How can your school community of teachers create a culture of collaboration with one another?
Yes! Share! Share! Share! https://t.co/hEO2HX9Kcw
A5: Ts at MCHS designed a "Mustang Moments" Google calendar. All Ts have access and put lessons on there that others can visit
is my favorite way to share now! π
Special question #6 coming in a moment!
We give time/attention to the things we value most. So we must make time and shine a spotlight on good work.
sometimes I shoot 4 a short creativity warm up activity that has nothing 2 do with anything
A5: T's build positive relationships with other T's so collaboration flows easily rather than being forced.
Invitation 2 join for our return of school year to Twittersphere. 9/26/16 8:00 pm EST. Would love your engaged voices.
A5: Teams must first learn to trust.Ropes Course are a great and fun start.
Thanks for those of you who sent in some question ideas!
create skits and role play They love it
true. jump in! Passion for this topic. Expertise abounds in & need to capture it!
Build strong and trusting relationships. Share during PLT's. Post ideas on google and twitter. Create a supportive environment
I think hit it, but that tone has to be supported by admin, strong Ts or you swim upstream https://t.co/AKi7ljCXmN
A5. For collaboration, your culture must have and work towards a shared vision.
A5: Effective PLTs, sharing ideas/resources openly. Collaborating on all ideas that benefit school community not just academics
Q6 by way of : How can/have we globally collaborate(d) with Ts? Any examples to share? What tools can we use?
A5: It's all built on trust & if in your school you feel free to try new things and have room for failing forward.
teachers do awesome things and we need to hear more about it.
Thanks for the suggestion about Pineapple Charts, ! Had no idea. Always sharing and growing.
Keeping those positive attitudes! Share personal stories to help students know how to problem solve
Feel free to send out your question to this hashtag! We can probably get some responses!
7 Norms
Pausing
Paraphrasing
Posing Qs
Putting Ideas on Table
Providing Data
Pay Attention 2 Self/Others
Presuming (+) Intentions
A6: 1 thing I'm attempting this yr is a postcard exchange from all 50 states + DC. We'll see how it goes.
like i use an AR activity or a Lego free build or come up with a new dance move
Google docs and calendar, etc. help all around collaboration! https://t.co/H5OWKhMSA8
A5: Ts at MCHS designed a "Mustang Moments" Google calendar. All Ts have access and put lessons on there that others can visit
A6: Old-school-style..let's bring back the pen pal!
That is super important!!
A5: I also think norms are important as well as building a relationship with those outside your team
LOVE this idea, may have to "steal" it.
a5 we have cross curricular plt groups that meet almost weekly to talk about kids and Ed topics
Daniel Pink writer of Drive does a Ted Talk about giving freedom and choice and the productivity and collaboration that results.
Q6 via https://t.co/OKKj65isO1
Q6 by way of : How can/have we globally collaborate(d) with Ts? Any examples to share? What tools can we use?
we need to activate brains to be receptive
not only hear - see it, learn from it, use it to enhance own work & S learning!
A6. Ummm ... Twitter and all other social media.
Have you checked out ePals? I used this resource to collaborate with a class in Sweden last spring. https://t.co/IuYQntyA9T
A6: Old-school-style..let's bring back the pen pal!
A6 is just across town but skype or FaceTime to have 7th interact with 1st
LOVE pen pals! I hope to get pen pals up & running this yr!
Yes, definitely a supportive environment. One that allows all voices to be heard! Even if we don't agree!
Is on FIRE tonight!!! Love the collaboration!!
A6: I'm using Twitter more actively and I will be participating in my first global post card exchange
A6: Have not done this yet but trying to get there this yr. I see & being very beneficial.
Yes! Vulnerability goes a long way! https://t.co/iynp0sto7d
Agreed! Asking for help for a problem is a great way to get new ideas!
A5: I'm really integrated in trying out this movement: https://t.co/pGRvYZebmu Could really build a culture of adult learners.
A5: All must have the mindset of our kids/our future
We can use Twitter of course haha! I haven't reached out to other global teachers but have to others across the country!!
GREAT idea! Any good resources or tips?
A6 through allowing me to grow my PLN and learn from others!! Chats are the best!!!
A6: Twitter chats! is a great one if your haven't tried it yet! https://t.co/9GETISUSYn
Q6 by way of : How can/have we globally collaborate(d) with Ts? Any examples to share? What tools can we use?
a6 do this all the time. That is what SM and video chat is for
I loved our chat today, folks! Thanks for sharing so many ideas. It starts with us. Letβs change the world.
A6: 's club is doing a GHO with a buddy of mine from high school who works for in Denmark. !!!
