#stucentclass Archive

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #StuCentClass tonight is all about bringing minimalism into your student-centered classroom.

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Hello my friend! Happy Friday! #stucentclass

In reply to @JKatzaman

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:01 PM EDT

This is Melissa from Katy TX #stucentclass

JKatzaman Jul 14 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Hi, Melissa. It almost feels like we've been missing each other lately. #stucentclass

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JenaiaMorane Jul 14 @ 9:01 PM EDT

#stucentclass Waves. Nice to see you a little earlier tonight Jim :-)

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:01 PM EDT

It does. I've missed chatting with you. #stucentclass I am so happy you are here tonight.

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JenaiaMorane Jul 14 @ 9:01 PM EDT

#stucentclass Jena Ball, CritterKin and Not Perfect Hat Club creator tweeting from hot and humid NC.

Hahne_KingEle Jul 14 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#StuCentClass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#StuCentClass Minimalism strategies....Q1 up in one minute

JenaiaMorane Jul 14 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#stucentclass waves

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Good Evening Jena, Happy Friday my friend! #stucentclass

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supervxn Jul 14 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hi all, I'm Noa, a sci T from Israel. #stucentclass

Hahne_KingEle Jul 14 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hi y'all! Elyse from Texas. At dinner and trying to tweet some. #stucentclass

JKatzaman Jul 14 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hi, Jena. Yes, I've got to pace my eyes to be sure I make it to #INZpired starting at 10:30. #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:03 PM EDT

#StuCentClass Question 1...

JenaiaMorane Jul 14 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Thank you! #stucentclass

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:03 PM EDT

#stucentclass

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Mrs_Lake5th Jul 14 @ 9:03 PM EDT

This is a new topic for me! Michele from SoCal, 5th grade. #flexibleseating newbie going for it this year! #stucentclass

JenaiaMorane Jul 14 @ 9:03 PM EDT

#stucentclass Welcome Noa

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Good evening Noa. So happy you are here #stucentclass

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supervxn Jul 14 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Thanks! Happy to be here... #stucentclass

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Good evening my friend #stucentclass

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Good evening Michele. #stucentclass

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supervxn Jul 14 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Thanks! It's nice to chat with a fellow sci T. #stucentclass

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DonnaWeth Jul 14 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Donna from Texas glad to be here tonight! #StuCentClass

notjustup2u Jul 14 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hi Ilwen here from Laos - new chat for me #StuCentClass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:06 PM EDT

#stucentclass A1 Easiest- let SS set up and organize the classroom, let them own it! Hardest- getting rid of stuff, going 100% paperless.

MindfulHealthEd Jul 14 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: Easiest to embrace is the concept/need for it. Hardest is prioritizing keeping room clean over planning, grading, etc. #StuCentClass

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:06 PM EDT

#stucentclass Good evening Donna.

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:07 PM EDT

#StuCentClass Question 2....

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Good evening Olwen. Thank you for coming. #stucentclass

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Mrs_Lake5th Jul 14 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Easiest is less paper using #googleclassroom. Hardest is remembering to grade since I don't have a stack of paper to remind! #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Good evening Eddy and Happy Friday! #stucentclass

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JKatzaman Jul 14 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 A minimalist classroom takes the worry out of decorating. The challenge is to decide what decor really matters. #stucentclass

supervxn Jul 14 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: I'm going to answer for virtual not physical. Easiest: focusing on 1 #pedagogy. Hardest: Focusing on just one #edtech. #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#stucentclass A2 Modeling, using less supplies, a makerspace full of recyclable for reuse & repurposing-shows responsibility & conservation

spiraledu Jul 14 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#StuCentClass A1. A classroom with empty spaces & open materials creates a vaccuum that students want to fill with creation.

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DonnaWeth Jul 14 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 easiest is the calm feeling that comes from an uncluttered room, love bare walls in August,getting s's involved in process. #StuCentClass

ClassroomMgmt Jul 14 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Valerie from Houston, TX here :) #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:09 PM EDT

#stucentclass Funny how paperless was easiest for you and hardest for me. Ps love hardcopies so this is the challenging thing for me

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Hahne_KingEle Jul 14 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Al Keep students centered. What they need and have them help decorate. #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Question 3 coming right up... #StuCentClass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#stucentclass Good evening my friend

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DonnaWeth Jul 14 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1b hardest is keeping the room uncluttered, and how to go paperless w/o one-to-one? #StuCentClass

JKatzaman Jul 14 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A2 Modeling minimalism helps keep student minds from being cluttered. They can be more relaxed and see goals more clearly. #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Hello and Happy Friday- I am in Katy so we are close- #stucentclass

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hollysking Jul 14 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: Blended classroom to reduce papers / Timely feedback! #StuCentClass

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notjustup2u Jul 14 @ 9:10 PM EDT

It is about being thoughtful about the why & what so the how is allows for purposeful learning #StuCentClass

Mrs_Lake5th Jul 14 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q2-some S keep to much stuff. Model less stuff may influence. Maybe #stucentclass

ClassroomMgmt Jul 14 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: The easiest thing to embrace about a minimalist classroom is that you can use your room itself as a canvas for learning. #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#StuCentClass Question 3.....

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#stucentclass Yes. I get cluttered easily, hoping that minimizing the stuff will help with that.

In reply to @DonnaWeth

spiraledu Jul 14 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A2. Since I do home visits, I see that some student homes can be scattered. Minimalist class gives them an alternative model #StuCentClass

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#stucentclass That is a good point- when we feel less cluttered we can be more focused on learning and less on our surroundings.

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ClassroomMgmt Jul 14 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A2: Modeling minimalism makes a positive difference to students because now the student can FOCUS on what's really important #stucentclass

supervxn Jul 14 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: If you ask clear Q's you'll get clear A's. Thinking of Qs and discussion points is the hardest part. #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Good evening my friend, #stucentclass I do love my blended classroom.

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notjustup2u Jul 14 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Engaging Ss with purpose empowers them to decide what should be in the learning space How will we benefit? #thinking #mindset #StuCentClass

DevEducators Jul 14 @ 9:12 PM EDT

My room consists of TONS of pictures of current & previous year's activities. I use the Groovebook app. 100pics a mo. for $3. #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#stucentclass I agree if we have a purpose for what tools and products we use we can eliminate waste.

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DonnaWeth Jul 14 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2 some s's struggle with organization - shows them it can be done, reduce and reuse teaches to be mindful of environment #StuCentClass

ClassroomMgmt Jul 14 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Hi there!! 😊 #stucentclass

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JKatzaman Jul 14 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A3 Create a quiet corner where there are the least distractions, which is likely away from windows, equipment, etc. #stucentclass

hollysking Jul 14 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2: Ss appreciate organization and limited distractions. It helps keep a targeted focus #StuCentClass

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DevEducators Jul 14 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A3: I am hoping next year or soon for the quiet place to be the center of the classroom! Ss working all around. #stucentclass

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spiraledu Jul 14 @ 9:13 PM EDT

#StuCentClass A3. When I taught, PK, we were the "Bear Class" so I created a bear cave from a cardboard box with cushions for a quiet space

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:14 PM EDT

True. I love seeing the design they come up with, flexible seating lets them find their own comfy spot & settle in to learning #stucentclass

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Hahne_KingEle Jul 14 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2!To keep the focus on learning and the students. They feel important. #StuCentClass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Good evening Kirt, happy Friday! #stucentclass

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#stucentclass I have found the more organized our room looks the more organized students seem to get.

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Mrs_Lake5th Jul 14 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A3-didn't have one last year but allowed S to go outside or in the hallway for quiet. With #flexibleseating this year????? #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#stucentclass I agree the think tank. or nook of solitude

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:16 PM EDT

#StuCentClass Question 4....

DevEducators Jul 14 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Right back at you. #stucentclass

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:16 PM EDT

#stucentclass They really do. If Ss feel flustered & frantic they cant focus. The more mindful & calm we set the pace the more they will be.

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MindfulHealthEd Jul 14 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A3: I had a meditation corner when I taught 11th grade health. Students like that it was an option to de-escalate/re-focus #StuCentClass

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:17 PM EDT

#StuCentClass Question 5 & 6 coming right up...

PrincipalNyberg Jul 14 @ 9:17 PM EDT

#StuCentClass I want a quiet corner in my office so I can take a nap. Can i bring nap time to my MS?

R_CILR Jul 14 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A4: My K Ss loved helping in the classroom. #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I love that image. The center is the eye of the storm- the center of space both eventful and focused #stucentclass

In reply to @DevEducators

hollysking Jul 14 @ 9:17 PM EDT

My relationship with Mr. Copy Machine. #StuCentClass

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JKatzaman Jul 14 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A4 Administrators have to be on board with decluttering classrooms. Some might have notions of elements that must be there. #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:18 PM EDT

#StuCentClass Question 5....

Hahne_KingEle Jul 14 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3 My quiet corner allows students to take a break, collect themselves, and relax & rejoin the group. #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:18 PM EDT

#stucentclass That is so up my alley. I will be using a Chinese gong to come to attention and brain breaks etc.

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DevEducators Jul 14 @ 9:18 PM EDT

haha #stucentclass

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PrincipalNyberg Jul 14 @ 9:18 PM EDT

#StuCentClass a4. Love the concept, but things like maker spaces are inherently cluttered. Where is the balance?

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:19 PM EDT

#stucentclass Good evening Brant. I turn off the lights during my planning and meditate, almost nap.

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notjustup2u Jul 14 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A4 encourage Ss to be part of the process #questioning why the items R there helps & what is the are not? #outcomes #StuCentClass

JKatzaman Jul 14 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Of course, you could get carried away with the solitude thing. #stucentclass

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DevEducators Jul 14 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A5: The more digitally organized I get, the more minimalist my classroom can become. #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Hello my friend. Happy Friday...#stucentclass

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DonnaWeth Jul 14 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A4 nothing is holding me back.I have already started cleaning out-doing it at home too!Now if people will quit giving me stuff #StuCentClass

ClassroomMgmt Jul 14 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A4: I use anchor charts to reinforce what I'm teaching - sometimes the kids make them themselves - it can't be cluttered #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:19 PM EDT

#stucentclass YES! I am all about using Canvas and google docs. Even on-line quizzes.

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Mrs_Lake5th Jul 14 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q5-quiet nooks for learning. Tossing stuff I "might" need someday ( code for never) #stucentclass

DevEducators Jul 14 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Just like sharing in Google Drive - people dump stuff & then you have to organize it. #stucentclass

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MindfulHealthEd Jul 14 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A4: I have always shared a room or floated. Lack of clearly defined and consistent space is an issue for me and the students #StuCentClass

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notjustup2u Jul 14 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A5 two minute talk time #declutters instruction & Ss stay super focused #StuCentClass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:21 PM EDT

#stucentclass Yes. That is usually the messy spot in the room-the one place I tell my students they can clutter but w/recyclables to balance

In reply to @PrincipalNyberg

supervxn Jul 14 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A5: Can you plz RT the techniques ? #StuCentClass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:18 PM EDT

#StuCentClass Question 5....

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:21 PM EDT

I agree. We can't just declutter and go minimalist-students need to buy in and help with every step of the process #stucentclass

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hollysking Jul 14 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A4 #StuCentClass Yes! My organization/tidiness raised the bar for Ss, so Ss maintained a beautiful space all year.

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cathylw2 Jul 14 @ 9:21 PM EDT

#stucentclass. Cathy from Calgary jumping in late.

JKatzaman Jul 14 @ 9:21 PM EDT

This is one possibility for solitude ... or not. #stucentclass

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Hahne_KingEle Jul 14 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A4 Open conversations. Giving Ss the power to know what they need and they don't.#stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:22 PM EDT

#stucentclass Yes. The more Canvas (online classroom) we use the less paper and the more stream-lines =blended classroom

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Whoo hoo! You go! #stucentclass That is awesome. I can't wait till August and I get back in my room to do the same.

In reply to @DonnaWeth

notjustup2u Jul 14 @ 9:23 PM EDT

We started the semester with a blank canvas #StuCentClass

hollysking Jul 14 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Yes. There is also a fear of tossing dated materials, so I repurpose them #StuCentClass

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cathylw2 Jul 14 @ 9:23 PM EDT

#stucentclass. A4: I would think of it more as what do T/Ss want in room, and nothing else. Design together.

ClassroomMgmt Jul 14 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A5: Excited that minimalism is something that other (more seasoned) educators find valuable!! I'm getting something right 😊 #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Question 6... #StuCentClass

notjustup2u Jul 14 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A5 @seesaw #socrative #kahootz @explaineverything all great apps #StuCentClass

Skymazef3 Jul 14 @ 9:24 PM EDT

#stucentclass #teachlikefinland Pondering whitespace & this image descrubes it well...enough that the room can breathe. Then voila #aussieED

hollysking Jul 14 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A5: yes! Clean, organized spaces are easily transformed. I want a lot of Ss initiated movement this year #StuCentClass

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Minimalist techniques- less clutter, clean space, paperless, student ownership of minimalism in the classroom #stucentclass

DevEducators Jul 14 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A6: If you are holding old textbooks, 99% of what is in there can be found online. Ditch the books first. #stucentclass

Skymazef3 Jul 14 @ 9:25 PM EDT

#stucentclass #teachlikefinland Pondering whitespace & this image describes it well...enough that the room can breathe. Then voila #aussieED

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Hello and happy Friday- thanks for coming! #stucentclass

In reply to @cathylw2

DevEducators Jul 14 @ 9:25 PM EDT

And Flipgrid #stucentclass

In reply to @notjustup2u, @Seesaw

supervxn Jul 14 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A6: Moving on to @OneNoteEDU #paperless #MIEExpert @MicrosoftEDU #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:26 PM EDT

#stucentclass I loved that show Get Smart.

In reply to @JKatzaman, @DonnaWeth

cathylw2 Jul 14 @ 9:26 PM EDT

#stucentclass. A5: Not sure whether to keep?: scan as a pdf or take a pic.

ClassroomMgmt Jul 14 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A6: Have a S success board and leave all other walls for students to create products that reinforce their learning #stucentclass

hollysking Jul 14 @ 9:27 PM EDT

I'm thinking about limiting the design challenges in my makerspace to minimize clutter #StuCentClass

In reply to @PrincipalNyberg

mcbride_edutech Jul 14 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4: I have began decluttering. I keep telling everyone I am downsizing! #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:27 PM EDT

#stucentclass Tabula Rasa I love starting a new. I make myself toss stuff so I dont reuse it out og habit.

In reply to @notjustup2u

Hahne_KingEle Jul 14 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A5 More flexible seating! #stucentclass

Mrs_Lake5th Jul 14 @ 9:27 PM EDT

This chat makes me think-I'll put up B boards but ask S what subjects on what board. My ownership? #stucentclass

hollysking Jul 14 @ 9:27 PM EDT

I'm new to canvas! It intimidates me a little! #StuCentClass

In reply to @ChouinardJahant, @Mrs_Lake5th

DevEducators Jul 14 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Off topic but great technique for Ss to take pic of HW or notes. #stucentclass

In reply to @cathylw2

ClassroomMgmt Jul 14 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A6: Don't design your entire room....let the room bloom as the students bloom...the Ss are then a primary designers. #stucentclass

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:28 PM EDT

#stucentclass Literally our textbooks are used as ramps and building blocks.

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JKatzaman Jul 14 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Yes, and I watched the original run before anyone ever thought of TV Land. #stucentclass

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DevEducators Jul 14 @ 9:28 PM EDT

For the win! #stucentclass

In reply to @Mrs_Lake5th

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Good evening my friend #stucentclass

In reply to @Skymazef3

hollysking Jul 14 @ 9:29 PM EDT

And, if frontloaded, Ss get immediate feedback! #StuCentClass

In reply to @ChouinardJahant, @DevEducators

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Jul 14 @ 9:29 PM EDT

#stucentclass Yes all my files are now digital.

In reply to @cathylw2

DevEducators Jul 14 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Desk levelers #stucentclass

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