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KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome! So excited! Please introduce yourself! Remember to use #kaganchat in all your responses.

TarahTesmer Sep 27 @ 8:00 PM EDT

TweetUp time for #KaganChat w/ @missmastersd68 @clark_marcy @dtrabilsy

bgriffinteach Sep 27 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Brittany from SC. 8th ELA. First #KaganChat tonight.

TarahTesmer Sep 27 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Tarah Tesmer from Downers Grove - Tech Specialist #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:01 PM EDT

@bgriffinteach welcome! So glad you can join us! #kaganchat

MissMastersD68 Sep 27 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hi! I'm Audra from Woodridge, IL. 5th grade. #kaganchat

kkelly_EP Sep 27 @ 8:01 PM EDT

First time #kaganchat er! Using #kagan in 3rd grade science/rti #kentuckyteacher

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:01 PM EDT

@TarahTesmer lovely to see you again! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@TarahTesmer @MissMastersD68 @clark_marcy @dtrabilsy where did you meet this time? #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@MissMastersD68 welcome! Super glad you have you join us! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Q1 in 1 min... #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@kkelly_EP yes! Love it! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Q1: see image. Remember to use A1 and #kaganchat in your response! Happy tweeting! https://t.co/88VyP7a4fi

dtrabilsy Sep 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Denise from Woodridge IL. Tweetup from Bar Louie with @TarahTesmer @missmasterd68 and @clark_marcy #kaganchat

TarahTesmer Sep 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

#KaganChat Tweet up time! https://t.co/xKsysvADCn

llglass Sep 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi! I'm Linda from Fairfield Ohio. Teach 2nd grade and I'm the building Kagan Coach #kaganchat

JackieAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Jackie from Kagan here!#kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@dtrabilsy @TarahTesmer @clark_marcy great to see you again! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@TarahTesmer oh yeah!!!! Looks like a par-tay! #kaganchat

jessica_reddout Sep 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Hey #KaganChat Jess from Sc!

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@llglass always a pleasure to have you join! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@JackieAtKagan whoop! Whoop! Jackie in da house! #kaganchat

bgriffinteach Sep 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1: I put Ss in teams totally at random at the beginning of year. I have seem S's team dynamics through them. #KaganChat

JackieAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1: a Fun structure for random teams is Inside Outside Circle. You can start from the middle to form groups of four #kaganchat

MissMastersD68 Sep 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1:Find ur #. Find a diff #. 1 stray. SU-HU-PU. Helps me see focus for structures directions. Good greeting. Need specific praise #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

If anyone is wondering @KristineAtKagan is your moderator this evening. #kaganchat

TarahTesmer Sep 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: Formed some random teams after a SU-HU-PU and had pairs pair. #KaganChat

llglass Sep 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 I try hard to not make random teams! I use data from the end of first grade to form heterogenous teams from the start. #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@jessica_reddout so great to see you again! #kaganchat

Partain_Science Sep 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Meggan, From Central TX, 8th grade science #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@bgriffinteach nice! Gathering some valuable info, undoubtedly! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@JackieAtKagan now that's a cool idea! #kaganchat

jessica_reddout Sep 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: creating random teams has been a great team builder to help build a positive environment for the year #KaganChat

clark_marcy Sep 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: I place Ss at random at the beginning of the year, and then place them in new teams by using one stray #kaganchat

dtrabilsy Sep 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 Find Your #, Stand Up Hand Up Pair Up then get together with a pair near you, One Stray #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@Partain_Science yes! So glad you made it! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@llglass that's super cool and amazing you have that data! #kaganchat

TarahTesmer Sep 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@dtrabilsy Good call on the one stray! #kaganchat

VernAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

#kaganchat Sorry I am late! Vern from Dallas here.

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@TarahTesmer pairs pair works like a charm! Love it! #kaganchat

JackieAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: Randoms work great at beginning for easy review and team building. Have to be careful about tough content!#kaganchat

jessica_reddout Sep 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: I have a great time using 1 stray to help create random teams after quick writes #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:11 PM EDT

1 min away is Q2 #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@jessica_reddout oh wow! #kaganchat

jenAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:11 PM EDT

#kaganchat sorry I'm a few minutes late... But Jen from Kagan here!

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@clark_marcy One Stray is great for this! 🙌🏼 #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2: see image. Remember to use A2 and #kaganchat. Can't wait to hear your responses! https://t.co/45HdPrD6vX

VernAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: Line-Up folded and folded again is a fun way to make random teams in faculty meetings. #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@dtrabilsy brilliant! Pairs Pair and One Stray! 👏🏼👏🏼 #kaganchat

Partain_Science Sep 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2: I've used Lexile but a huge component is their TELPAS data b/c a large % of my Ss are ELL. #kaganchat

VernAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@TarahTesmer Totally agree. Sometimes I think we make everything too difficult. #kaganchat

MissMastersD68 Sep 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2: STAR scores. Mixing genders, ethnicity, and ability. H, HM, LM, L. Behaviors. Ss good at coaching w Ss who need coaching #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@MissMastersD68 Find a Different # def changes it up! #kaganchat

llglass Sep 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2 I use the data from our ELA SLO and MAP testing to form my teams after those tests are administered. #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@VernAtKagan Wahoo! Welcome! Another Dr. Minor in the house! #kaganchat

dtrabilsy Sep 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2 STAR Math and Reading Scores to Rank then try to mix ethnicity, sexes and friends/enemies Try to get them into H/M/M/L teams #kaganchat

bgriffinteach Sep 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2: MAP data and my observations of S's work and interactions are usually the bases for my hetero groups. #KaganChat

kkelly_EP Sep 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2: behavior, ability levels, MAP data, Star, recommendations #kaganchat

jessica_reddout Sep 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2: @bgriffinteach our school has used MAP data, as well as lexile scores to help form teams #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@jessica_reddout perfect! Nice content use as well! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@jenAtKagan welcome! So happy to have you! #kaganchat

jenAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@MissMastersD68 a2 #kaganchat love that you included so much more info after achievement scores!! Awesome way to form teams👍

clark_marcy Sep 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: As a music teacher I try to place the ss according to their first pre-assessment #kaganchat

TarahTesmer Sep 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: You could also use any preassessment data from the start of a unit to create H, HM, LM, L team formation #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@VernAtKagan super duper fun!!! #kaganchat

jessica_reddout Sep 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

I'll need to remember this for my next grade level meeting #kaganchat https://t.co/RwBaFFsYrF

VernAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: Line-Up folded and folded again is a fun way to make random teams in faculty meetings. #kaganchat

bgriffinteach Sep 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: I think this helps to make groups a nice mix of learning levels where Ss can take on leadership roles. #KaganChat

VernAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

I think the very best data is classroom data. What do you teach and how do they do? Use caution with high stakes test data. #kaganchat

kkelly_EP Sep 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

#kaganchat day. made. https://t.co/m5xxezjVlZ

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@Partain_Science it's so important to keep that in mind! Good ☎️ #kaganchat

VernAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@bgriffinteach Observations of students work...YES! #kaganchat

Partain_Science Sep 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@KaganOnline Otherwise, I end up with a table with no one who speaks English.... It's always at the front of my mind! :) #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Absolutely! #kaganchat https://t.co/8OWPmtlkod

bgriffinteach Sep 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2: MAP data and my observations of S's work and interactions are usually the bases for my hetero groups. #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Moving along tonight. Q3 is 1 min away. #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@bgriffinteach #kaganchat https://t.co/ddGnPH2Cod

jenAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@bgriffinteach 💕 love this answer! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Q3 see image below. Remember to use A3 and #kaganchat in your tweet! https://t.co/t4JOEZtVHC

VioletaRGamez Sep 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@TarahTesmer Sorry I'm late! Trying to catch up #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@clark_marcy Yesssssssss! #kaganchat

JackieAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3: struggling students build confidence. #kaganchat

llglass Sep 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3 I have seen students more accepting of each other. Also, more willing to help those who are struggling! #kaganchat

VioletaRGamez Sep 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Violeta. EL teacher. #kaganchat

bgriffinteach Sep 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3: More collaboration and willingness to work together and help others with struggle areas. #KaganChat

kkelly_EP Sep 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Ownership of one's own learning. Leaders emerging that otherwise wouldn't. Less side bar convos! 👐🏼#kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@kkelly_EP happy to help! Back at you! #kaganchat

MissMastersD68 Sep 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: AMAZING coaching w/o being asked. Ss shining in diff strength areas(MI). Teambuilding makes Ss more comfortable in academics. #kaganchat

jenAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@KaganOnline a3 my fav change was when I saw Ss sitting together with their teammates at lunch (esp when 1 S sat alone before) #kaganchat

VernAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: One change we noticed was RADICALLY reduced referrals to the office for misbehavior. CL became our management system. #kaganchat

JackieAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@llglass my thoughts too Linda. It is important for all students to learn patience and how to support others.#kaganchat

jessica_reddout Sep 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: using hetero teams, I've seen Ss more willing to coach each other & shared learning experiences #KaganChat

dtrabilsy Sep 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3 I have seen my Ss benefit from great ideas and perspectives made by all Ss in the group! #kaganchat

TarahTesmer Sep 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3 Ss of all ability levels have equal opportunities to own their learning and coach their peers. Saw this ex. from @dtrabilsy Ss #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@VioletaRGamez @TarahTesmer so glad you can join! #kaganchat

clark_marcy Sep 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: I have noticed that my students have become great coaches for those who don't understand it right away #kaganchat

bgriffinteach Sep 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@kkelly_EP definitely. They tend to focus better in their teams. #KaganChat

jenAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@kkelly_EP well said!! #kaganchat

clark_marcy Sep 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: I have also noticed that students are just nicer to each other in general #kaganchat

VioletaRGamez Sep 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3 - Ss collaborate more. R more willing to take risks #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Awesome sauce! #kaganchat https://t.co/j0GviAZDSw

JackieAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3: struggling students build confidence. #kaganchat

VernAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@jenAtKagan @KaganOnline LOVE THAT! That is an authentic measure of improved social skills and strong relationships. #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@llglass nice! #kaganchat

VernAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@clark_marcy When we can get kids to use the words that a teacher uses when he/she supports learning, gaps go away. LOVE IT! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

How 😎 is this?!? #kaganchat https://t.co/CxL2XDKEh2

llglass Sep 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3 I have seen students more accepting of each other. Also, more willing to help those who are struggling! #kaganchat

JackieAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: our youngest daughter made a lifelong friend! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@MissMastersD68 yes to shining!!! #kaganchat

VernAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@dtrabilsy So many kids have great ideas but will not share them in traditional settings. Awesome observation. #kaganchat

VernAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@VioletaRGamez YES! Taking intellectual risks...so very important for learning! CL classrooms are safe for the brain! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@VernAtKagan Such a win! "I wish there were more office referrals," said no administrator ever!!! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@dtrabilsy gaining perspective is so vital! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Approaching Q4 - 1 min! #kaganchat

Mrs_S_Cilia Sep 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: more respect shown among Ss; less interruptions/distractions; more opportunities for learning; cohesive and happy kids #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Q4 - see image. Please use A4 & #kaganchat in your tweet! https://t.co/sVZ38qtqWI

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@bgriffinteach @kkelly_EP #kaganchat https://t.co/AFDYSRWwMA

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@Mrs_S_Cilia they are managing themselves! WIN! #kaganchat

VernAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: One challenge that surfaced was staying the course for 6 wks if one team wasn't jiving. Reminder to do TB and CB! #kaganchat

llglass Sep 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4 My biggest challenge with teams this year is separating behaviors. I have 9 kids with ADHD #kaganchat

Partain_Science Sep 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: Trying to make sure I have enough language support in each group. I will take ANY suggestions! #kaganchat

dtrabilsy Sep 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4 I have many low Ss in my class so it is difficult 2 group in H/M/M/L #kaganchat

TarahTesmer Sep 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4 my Ss are Ts. When working w/team formation in workshops out of district it's been challenging as expectations are new to them #KaganChat

JackieAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: The biggest issue I hear from teachers is dealing with behaviors. What has worked for some of you? #kaganchat

bgriffinteach Sep 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: finding the right behavioral team mix #KaganChat

MissMastersD68 Sep 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: Not repeating same groups. Equal # of boys & girls. #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@VernAtKagan this can be tough! TB is 🔑! #kaganchat

jessica_reddout Sep 27 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: 1 of the biggest obstacles I have encountered are S's who refuse to work together #KaganChat

bgriffinteach Sep 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@jessica_reddout I am having this with one group right now. Trying to find common ground with them currently #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@llglass wow! We know that can be tough. #kaganchat Structure is so important for them.

JackieAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4: One teacher I worked with used a roundtable consensus to write team norms. #kaganchat

jenAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@jessica_reddout this has been huge for Ts I have been recently working with too! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Anyone have suggestions for @Partain_Science? #kaganchat https://t.co/Wpy9SHmuRy

Partain_Science Sep 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: Trying to make sure I have enough language support in each group. I will take ANY suggestions! #kaganchat

kkelly_EP Sep 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

4A: Two boys two girls #kaganchat #struggle

jenAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@KaganOnline @VernAtKagan TB, TB & more TB! Helps form relationships and build academic support. #kaganchat

VernAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Behavior can be shaped. Imagine the impact on behavior if every T used CL every day. Collaboration would become the norm. #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@dtrabilsy yep! They might not be HM on the nat stand, but they have 2 be in your class. #kaganchat

clark_marcy Sep 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: One challenge I had in the past was choosing ss that would be patient and good to place next to behavior ss #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Get ready for Q5 in 1 min... #kaganchat

VioletaRGamez Sep 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4-Working w small groups of no or low Eng prof #ELLs. Some jst dn't hav lang to particpate but I dnt hav enuf kids to model #kaganchat

VernAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@kkelly_EP Tell your principal you want 10 boys and 10 girls and you want them all there every day. A reasonable request. :-) #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@dtrabilsy so glad for all the opportunities you are giving them to be engaged so they will grow! #eduhero #kaganchat

TarahTesmer Sep 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@VioletaRGamez good point- how might we best form teams of H, HM, LM, L considering language/ELL #KaganChat

MissMastersD68 Sep 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@VernAtKagan GROWTH MINDSET can easily change some behavior issues! #kaganchat

JackieAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@kkelly_EP I find the more cooperative learning has been part of their instructional model the less issues you have with gender.#kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Q5: see image. Please remember to use A5 and #kaganchat. Tweet away peeps! https://t.co/dlb9zwBUbZ

Partain_Science Sep 27 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@MissMastersD68 @KaganOnline I could but I end up w/ tables of kids who don't speak Eng. #kaganchat

Mrs_S_Cilia Sep 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@KaganOnline A4: the amount of time it takes to make teams that work; dealing with unhappy kids when teams first formed #kaganchat

jenAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@VernAtKagan @kkelly_EP best joke of the day!! 😂😂😂😂#kaganchat

VernAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5: Readers Workshop, Writers Workshop, Guided Reading Groups #kaganchat

Partain_Science Sep 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

@geiscas We do have lots of acad voc support (dict at all tables, word walls). Having a hard time getting reg Ss to talk to ELL #kaganchat

llglass Sep 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5 I use the same data that I use to make my heterogeneous groups along with observations and formative assessments. #kaganchat

geiscas Sep 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5: Ability to work in teams. Some groups cant agree and others cant get started. #kaganchat

MissMastersD68 Sep 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

@Partain_Science @KaganOnline put the high proficiency with low proficiency? #kaganchat

jessica_reddout Sep 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Q5: I use homogenous groups when focusing on mastering a topic or skill. I usually work w/ that small group for a short time #kaganchat

jenAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@KaganOnline a5- always used homogenous groups for targeted math intervention. We used data from common formative assessments #kaganchat

VernAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@Mrs_S_Cilia @KaganOnline If kids are unhappy when you make new teams that is a positive. Your teambuilding worked! :-) #kaganchat

dtrabilsy Sep 27 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5 I use homogenius groups when working w/small groups in reading & writing when modifications need 2 be made. #kaganchat

TarahTesmer Sep 27 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5 in PD settings or inservices we can create teams based on levels of understanding of a new concept #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@Mrs_S_Cilia true! and that pretty much dissipates when T do Teambuilding every week! #kaganchat

JackieAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5: homogeneous teams/pairs work great in pull out programs where students just need that to double dip.#kaganchat

clark_marcy Sep 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@dtrabilsy I guess I do the same thing with recorder instruction and guitar #kaganchat

Partain_Science Sep 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@MissMastersD68 That's kind of what I have now & it's worked w/ mixed success. Just trying to integrate native & ELL better #kaganchat

bgriffinteach Sep 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5: my blended learning groups are more like this so I can work with each group on a specific skill. #KaganChat

MissMastersD68 Sep 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A5: Homogeneous groups for mastering a skill then back to heterogeneous to demonstrate knowledge and OWN it #kaganchat

VernAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A5: The beauty of heterogeneous teams is kids get support so that failure is minimized. The need for homogeneous groups lessens. #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@jessica_reddout beautiful! #kaganchat https://t.co/URkOYtcS1l

JackieAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A4: fact: sometimes teams are a struggle. This is our opportunity to help develop social skills they otherwise would not get #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

in just 1 min is Q6...#kaganchat

llglass Sep 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A5 I use homogenous groups for Daily 5 groups and math groups. #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@MissMastersD68 #kaganchat https://t.co/w7zdE3lvlw

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Q6 see image. Remember to use A6 and #kaganchat in your tweet! https://t.co/DJ02uZ0GoA

Partain_Science Sep 27 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@geiscas That might be good. New to structures so when something doesn't work harder to know what the prob is #kaganchat

VernAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@JackieAtKagan Spot on! We don't pick who we work with in our adult lives. Kids must develop social skills to work with everyone! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:44 PM EDT

So. Much. Fun. I can hardly keep up! Brilliant chat tonight, folks! #kaganchat

bgriffinteach Sep 27 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6: I try to put Ss together who I don't usually see working together to give them new experiences. #KaganChat

llglass Sep 27 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6 most influential after academics is the personality of the kids. I also try to make it even girls/boys. #kaganchat

VernAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6: Male and female. I recommend 2 boys and 2 girls whenever possible. Learned this from a HS math teacher. #kaganchat

clark_marcy Sep 27 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6: Behavior, special needs, gender (at times), BFF's #kaganchat

MissMastersD68 Sep 27 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A6: Ss personality and social needs. Coaching abilities. Support needed. #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@bgriffinteach this is 👍🏼!!! #kaganchat It's so fun when they discover they have something in common!

TarahTesmer Sep 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6 behavior, gender, interests, SEL needs #KaganChat

kkelly_EP Sep 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6: students who usually don't work together, opposite students, interest #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@clark_marcy Yesssssssss! #kaganchat

jessica_reddout Sep 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6: I try to create new groups as well as groups that will coach each other #kaganchat

dtrabilsy Sep 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6 Sometimes I look at the Ss social needs & if someone is quiet I try 2 put w/a friend who will make S comfortable 2 share #kaganchat

clark_marcy Sep 27 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@VernAtKagan THIS!! YASS!! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@MissMastersD68 sounds like you're also keeping in mind Ss with spec needs. Excellent! #kaganchat

Mrs_S_Cilia Sep 27 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@KaganOnline A6: separating groups/pairs that always want to work together; the 'distractibility' factor; social skills #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

1 min away is BonusQ! #kaganchat

jenAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@KaganOnline a6: T recently shocked how differently siblings new to town were welcomed by peers-1 in a CL classroom & 1 not #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@Mrs_S_Cilia they are onto this at a early age, huh? It's important they learn to be willing to work with everyone. #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:52 PM EDT

BonusQ: see image below just for fun! Use BonusQ: and #kaganchat in your tweet! https://t.co/gL2CHifFTR

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Super thoughtful! #kaganchat https://t.co/xYCcAnPtyY

dtrabilsy Sep 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6 Sometimes I look at the Ss social needs & if someone is quiet I try 2 put w/a friend who will make S comfortable 2 share #kaganchat

bgriffinteach Sep 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

BQ: I am a sometimes gum chewers. Mostly peppermint. Calms the nerves and the stomach. #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@jenAtKagan #kaganchat https://t.co/04OHLnxOK7

llglass Sep 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

ABonus I rarely chew gum. I prefer dark chocolate :) #kaganchat

Partain_Science Sep 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

BQ: Gum's not my thing. Always think it's going to give me a headache. I like cookies... #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Pretty eye-opening! #kaganchat https://t.co/TqTvUkl1Hk

jenAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@KaganOnline a6: T recently shocked how differently siblings new to town were welcomed by peers-1 in a CL classroom & 1 not #kaganchat

nagel_megan Sep 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A6: Sometimes I like to put students with similar interest in a group. It is amazing what motivated learners can achieve! #kaganchat

geiscas Sep 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@Partain_Science me too! Good luck and keep going soon the Ss will love you for it! (If they don't already!) #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@bgriffinteach good call! Peppermint rocks! #kaganchat

Mrs_S_Cilia Sep 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@KaganOnline absolutely! #lifelesson we don't always get to choose who we work with. Ss need the skills to deal with that #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@llglass Awesome! #kaganchat

TarahTesmer Sep 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

BQ: why chew gum when you can have wine :) #KaganChat... or tots @clark_marcy lol

clark_marcy Sep 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

BonusQ: I do not chew gum often, I prefer tots! #kaganchat

JackieAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Bonus: Chew gum when I workout. Love EXTRA thanks to @KristineAtKagan #kaganchat

MissMastersD68 Sep 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

BQ: not a huge gum chewer, but I LOVE CANDY! :) #kaganchat

dtrabilsy Sep 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Bonus Nope...no gum! But I certainly like a gr8 glass or 2 of wine at our tweetup! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@Partain_Science 🍪 🍪 are good for the soul! #kaganchat

eclecticcarr Sep 27 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Sorry I'm late to the game! Alaska time got me! #kaganchat https://t.co/e2dzh7Ft97

eclecticcarr Sep 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@KaganOnline student personalities and the wonderful nuances they bring to the table!

VernAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:55 PM EDT

BQ: No...here's why. #kaganchat https://t.co/yXnT7HuBYg

Partain_Science Sep 27 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@KaganOnline Pretty much my mantra! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@TarahTesmer @clark_marcy #kaganchat https://t.co/PP2XWJow8s

jessica_reddout Sep 27 @ 8:56 PM EDT

B: I usually go w/ winter green life savers mints, bit I'll make an exception friday... I'll have some gum :) #kaganchat

VernAtKagan Sep 27 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@eclecticcarr Welcome anyway! :-) Hope you had a great day coaching in Nome! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@JackieAtKagan @KristineAtKagan good stuff!!! It doesn't fall apart! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@MissMastersD68 Yesssssssss! #kaganchat

llglass Sep 27 @ 8:58 PM EDT

#kaganchat Thanks for a great hour!! Love kaganchat nights! Have a great week everyone!

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@VernAtKagan But it's so colorful! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@jessica_reddout love it because it's Friday! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Super duper fun #kaganchat! https://t.co/ecWuKBFxkG

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:59 PM EDT

New month's #kaganchat topic is Class Climate! Hope you can join us!

KaganOnline - Moderator Sep 27 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@eclecticcarr glad to have you! #kaganchat