#kaganchat Archive | Participate

KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:00 PM EST

Welcome to January's #KaganChat -- Let's start w/ introductions. Please share your name & where you are tonight. Remember:include #kaganchat

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rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:01 PM EST

#Kaganchat Rick DuVall here from Orlando, Florida. I'm a Kagan trainer and coach.

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:01 PM EST

Vern from Dallas. Well, actually I am in South Carolina tonight. Leadership Academy tomorrow! #kaganchat

jessica_reddout Jan 31 @ 8:01 PM EST

Good evening #kaganchat Jess, 8th grade ELA from South Carolina. Looking forward to ending my day with all of you. :)

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:02 PM EST

High volume tweeting ahead. Join us for #kaganchat!

bgriffinteach Jan 31 @ 8:02 PM EST

Brittany from SC. 8th ELA. Ready for an exciting #KaganChat

dtrabilsy Jan 31 @ 8:02 PM EST

#kaganchat Denise 6th grade teacher from Woodridge, Illinois. Looking forward to chatting tonight.

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:02 PM EST

#Kaganchat Hey @VernAtKagan Where in SC are you? Horry County?

In reply to @VernAtKagan

KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:03 PM EST

#KaganChat Question 1 is coming up in one minute. Please remember to include A1 and #kaganchat in your response.

bmilla84 Jan 31 @ 8:03 PM EST

Brandi- 1st grade teacher @CaldwellElemen in Florida #KaganChat

In reply to @CaldwellElemen

aswiney01 Jan 31 @ 8:03 PM EST

My name is Amy. I am a principal of an elementary school in eastern Kentucky. Here for #KaganChat.

KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:04 PM EST

#KaganChat Question 1 is here. See image below. Remember to include A1 and #Kaganchat in your tweet.

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:04 PM EST

#Kaganchat Welcome South Carolina friends @jessica_reddout & @bgriffinteach

In reply to @jessica_reddout, @bgriffinteach

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:04 PM EST

Yep! Horry County...my home away from home. Great folks here. Working with leaders for the next two days! #kaganchat

In reply to @rickatkagan

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:04 PM EST

#Kaganchat So glad you're here @dtrabilsy

In reply to @dtrabilsy

ms_tris Jan 31 @ 8:04 PM EST

Tristi Wren, music teacher, Florida @CaldwellElemen #KaganChat

In reply to @CaldwellElemen

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:05 PM EST

#Kaganchat Delighted you're here Amy and Brandi!

breanneg2011 Jan 31 @ 8:05 PM EST

A1 Ss need challenges & to be enriched. I tell mine your brain can't grow if it doesn't break first ;) #kaganchat

bgriffinteach Jan 31 @ 8:05 PM EST

A1: Supply Ss with various opportunities to share ideas and learn new things. #KaganChat

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:06 PM EST

#Kaganchat Welcome @ms_tris

In reply to @ms_tris

CaldwellElemen Jan 31 @ 8:07 PM EST

#kaganchat Katie from @CaldwellElemen in Flordia

In reply to @CaldwellElemen

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:07 PM EST

A1 #Kaganchat I am very committed to ensuring that all students have water bottles and plenty of hydration when learning! Brains need oxygen

jessica_reddout Jan 31 @ 8:07 PM EST

A1: To nourish the brains of my S's I try to include brain breaks & team building/class building activities #kaganchat

dtrabilsy Jan 31 @ 8:07 PM EST

A1 To nourish our brains we make sure to move often, drink water, and socialize with Kagan Structures. #kaganchat

aswiney01 Jan 31 @ 8:07 PM EST

A1: We provide FREE breakfast and lunch to all Ss at our school. We do breakfast in the classroom each morning to nourish brains! #kaganchat

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:08 PM EST

#Kaganchat Great point @breanneg2011

In reply to @breanneg2011

CaldwellElemen Jan 31 @ 8:08 PM EST

#kaganchat A1 lots of brain breaks and movement in lessons

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:08 PM EST

A1 Our tendency is do SSGG which are so much fun. However, CB also provide nourishment & allow us to stay in our content. #kaganchat

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:09 PM EST

Sharing, especially if moving and/or standing while sharing, provides so much necessary nourishment to the brain! #KaganChat

bgriffinteach Jan 31 @ 8:05 PM EST

A1: Supply Ss with various opportunities to share ideas and learn new things. #KaganChat

ms_tris Jan 31 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1. My students keep an ostinato pattern on their body while singing. It's a challenge for their brain and fun, too! #KaganChat

jessica_reddout Jan 31 @ 8:09 PM EST

Our school district does the same thing. I find that it really helps our S's start the day off right. #kaganchat

In reply to @aswiney01

bmilla84 Jan 31 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1: I incorporate lots of brain breaks, freedom to more around, & opportunities to talk! #KaganChat

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:09 PM EST

Welcome Katie! #Kaganchat

hillarydhoward Jan 31 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: We do free reading to nourish the brain! #kaganchat

KateAshmore Jan 31 @ 8:10 PM EST

#kaganchat A1 several of our teachers utilize flexible seating - allows for comfort in learning and in turn provide nourishment

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:10 PM EST

#KaganChat Don't we ALL ❤️ a good energizing brain break!?

jessica_reddout Jan 31 @ 8:07 PM EST

A1: To nourish the brains of my S's I try to include brain breaks & team building/class building activities #kaganchat

llglass Jan 31 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1 - we do Take off Touch Down many times during the day! #kaganchat

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:11 PM EST

##KaganChat Right on, @dtrabilsy

In reply to @dtrabilsy

dtrabilsy Jan 31 @ 8:07 PM EST

A1 To nourish our brains we make sure to move often, drink water, and socialize with Kagan Structures. #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:12 PM EST

#kaganchat educators are amazing! ❤️ the tools for nourishment being shared! #KaganChat Question 2 will pop up in one minute.

ESEteacherMegan Jan 31 @ 8:12 PM EST

#kaganchat megan ESE teacher. A Lil late. @CaldwellElemen

In reply to @CaldwellElemen

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:12 PM EST

It's hard to nourish brains if bellies aren't nourished, isn't it? Thanks for making that point! #KaganChat

aswiney01 Jan 31 @ 8:07 PM EST

A1: We provide FREE breakfast and lunch to all Ss at our school. We do breakfast in the classroom each morning to nourish brains! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:13 PM EST

#kaganchat Question 2 is below! Please keep sharing your brilliant ideas!

ESEteacherMegan Jan 31 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1. Brain breaks, mini chats, nature walks, mini technology sessions #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:04 PM EST

#KaganChat Question 1 is here. See image below. Remember to include A1 and #Kaganchat in your tweet.

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:13 PM EST

Simple but effective. Sometimes I think we feel simple won't work but that is simply not true. #kaganchat

In reply to @llglass

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:13 PM EST

#KaganChat this sounds like something I need to learn more about!

ms_tris Jan 31 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1. My students keep an ostinato pattern on their body while singing. It's a challenge for their brain and fun, too! #KaganChat

ESEteacherMegan Jan 31 @ 8:14 PM EST

A2. Routines and structures (procedures-so they know how to move during each activity) #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:13 PM EST

#kaganchat Question 2 is below! Please keep sharing your brilliant ideas!

breanneg2011 Jan 31 @ 8:14 PM EST

A2 I try to allow Ss to share with me & each other. Team building activities make sure the room stays comfortable which = safe! #kaganchat

RachelAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:14 PM EST

Rachel from Kansas here tonight. #kaganchat

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:14 PM EST

#KaganChat Do you guys do this primarily during independent work time?

KateAshmore Jan 31 @ 8:10 PM EST

#kaganchat A1 several of our teachers utilize flexible seating - allows for comfort in learning and in turn provide nourishment

JackieAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2: just did the structure Turn Toss with 5th graders. Built safety with TB content and nourished the brain at the same time! #kaganchat

bgriffinteach Jan 31 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2: Ss participate in Rally Robin and Round Robin structures within their teams. Sharing with 1 person feels safer than with 20. #KaganChat

jessica_reddout Jan 31 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2: I model a safe environment. To have S's undersatnd, I start by having them share w/ one person, then work w/ their group #kaganchat

dtrabilsy Jan 31 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2 Consistantly build solid relationships thru clsbuilding & tmbuilding. Take time 2 model kindness so Ss can follow the model! #kaganchat

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:15 PM EST

#KaganChat I've been in your classroom when you've done this! It's such a great, structured way to nourish the brain! How is Ohio's weather?

llglass Jan 31 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1 - we do Take off Touch Down many times during the day! #kaganchat

ms_tris Jan 31 @ 8:16 PM EST

My room is a risk-taking environment. Kids know there's no such thing as failing as long as you are trying. We support each oth #KaganChat

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:16 PM EST

Glad you're here @ESEteacherMegan #Kaganchat

In reply to @ESEteacherMegan

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:16 PM EST

One of my favorite structures! Great to nourish teachers' brains at the end of a day in a faculty meeting! #kaganchat

In reply to @JackieAtKagan

KristineAtKagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:17 PM EST

Joining but I'll be in and out! Kagan trainer. I stopped for dinner in Santa Monica talk to #Kaganpals #KaganChat

bmilla84 Jan 31 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2: Established routines & procedures means everyone knows what to expect & safety for all! #kaganchat

aswiney01 Jan 31 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: Kagan structures create a sense of safety/security because students learn the routines and then feel comfortable in learning. #kaganchat

bmilla84 Jan 31 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: We establish relationships & build a positive climate! Ss know I love them & its environment where we support one another! #kaganchat

llglass Jan 31 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2Lots of class and team building structures help to build safety. #kaganchat

bgriffinteach Jan 31 @ 8:19 PM EST

Be back in a couple; Daddy doesn't know the words to the.right songs for munchkin. #kaganchat

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:19 PM EST

A2 Being purposeful about team formation is critical. Consider carefully teammates of kids who do not take intellectual risks. #kaganchat

aswiney01 Jan 31 @ 8:19 PM EST

Every twitter chat I participate in I realize I'm too wordy for twitter. Too much good stuff to discuss with limited characters 😄 #kaganchat

Janelle3480 Jan 31 @ 8:20 PM EST

Q1: I encourage my students to stand during structures, work time and to move around the room. I also encourage drinks of water! #KaganChat

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:20 PM EST

#KaganChat I find that almost everyone starts to feel less safe when the number of people there speaking to increases. Yes @bgriffinteach !

bgriffinteach Jan 31 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2: Ss participate in Rally Robin and Round Robin structures within their teams. Sharing with 1 person feels safer than with 20. #KaganChat

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:20 PM EST

No doubt...and these can be so easily forgotten if we are not careful. We love our academic content! #kaganchat

In reply to @llglass

KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:21 PM EST

YES! #KaganChat Question 3 will show up in just a minute. Please keep sharing great ideas to promote social interaction between students!

jessica_reddout Jan 31 @ 8:21 PM EST

i have the same issue #kaganchat

In reply to @aswiney01

KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:22 PM EST

Keep these great ideas coming! #kaganchat question 3 is here! See below.

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:22 PM EST

#kaganchat

In reply to @aswiney01

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:22 PM EST

A2 #Kaganchat I have only recently truly learned the importance and value of advocating for some quiet time each day to help Ss w/ safety

llglass Jan 31 @ 8:23 PM EST

A3 I have the Ss shake hands and greet each other every morning. Besides tons of structures! #kaganchat

breanneg2011 Jan 31 @ 8:23 PM EST

A3 Ss are constantly cooperating in my room. Cooperative learning allows for social time & my middleschoolers love/NEED that time #kaganchat

Janelle3480 Jan 31 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3: Silly Sports and Goofy games! Classbuilding is already blocked in my weekly plans so I don't forget to do it! #KaganChat

KateAshmore Jan 31 @ 8:24 PM EST

#kaganchat A3 we are intentionally implementing Accountable Talk and providing Ss with sentence stems

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3 #Kaganchat if I just say "turn and talk" and don't provide a Kagan structure, many of the more passive students shut down and don't share

jessica_reddout Jan 31 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3: I get my kids moving, talking, & collaborating w/ classmates or groups to aid in their need for social interaction #kaganchat

ms_tris Jan 31 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3 My kids play a singing game almost every class. They interact and sing with everyone! #KaganChat

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:24 PM EST

#kaganchat

In reply to @bgriffinteach

bgriffinteach Jan 31 @ 8:25 PM EST

A3: I like to add in a structure for review or quick discussion/concensus every so often to keep Ss engaged and talking on task. #KaganChat

ESEteacherMegan Jan 31 @ 8:25 PM EST

A3. Role playing and anchor charts #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:22 PM EST

Keep these great ideas coming! #kaganchat question 3 is here! See below.

jessica_reddout Jan 31 @ 8:25 PM EST

Teaching the formal structure for greeting someone is very important for our students to learn. #kaganchat

In reply to @llglass

KateAshmore Jan 31 @ 8:25 PM EST

#kaganchat A3 we use CHAMPs and it has helped with stating expectations for students sharing

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:25 PM EST

#KaganChat Your students are so blessed to have you in their lives (as are their parents)!

llglass Jan 31 @ 8:23 PM EST

A3 I have the Ss shake hands and greet each other every morning. Besides tons of structures! #kaganchat

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:25 PM EST

A3. One thing we emphasize, which may sound strange, was good handshakes. Nonverbal communications is important! #kaganchat

jessica_reddout Jan 31 @ 8:25 PM EST

Yes! I thin it is so important to let our S's know how they should share and a frame of what to say. #kaganchat

In reply to @rickatkagan

bmilla84 Jan 31 @ 8:26 PM EST

A3: Partner talk, table talk, & many other Kagan strategies are used throughout my day! Meaningful opportunities to cooperate! #kaganchat

jessica_reddout Jan 31 @ 8:26 PM EST

I think we have done a great job planning to incorporate those structures into our routine #kaganchat

In reply to @bgriffinteach

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:26 PM EST

#KaganChat you are so wise to plan for CB @Janelle3480 -- in our crunch of time, it's so easy to forget otherwise!

In reply to @Janelle3480

Janelle3480 Jan 31 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3: Silly Sports and Goofy games! Classbuilding is already blocked in my weekly plans so I don't forget to do it! #KaganChat

bgriffinteach Jan 31 @ 8:26 PM EST

It's also important to provide sample greetings/partings to teach social niceties. #KaganChat

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:27 PM EST

Agreed. We are wired to be social. Even talking about academics meets the need to socialize. #kaganchat

In reply to @breanneg2011

KristineAtKagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:27 PM EST

I have found CHAMPs nicely supports Kagan. I completely agree! #kaganchat

In reply to @KateAshmore

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:28 PM EST

#KaganChat That is so awesome! Thanks for sharing the video clip!

ms_tris Jan 31 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3 My kids play a singing game almost every class. They interact and sing with everyone! #KaganChat

breanneg2011 Jan 31 @ 8:28 PM EST

Absolutely! I refuse to make mine sit silently when as an adult I can't do that at staff meetings haha #kaganchat

In reply to @VernAtKagan

KateAshmore Jan 31 @ 8:29 PM EST

#kaganchat A2 - Relationships based on mutual respect and lots of unconditional love💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚 ! (Missed Q2 - Catch up)

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:29 PM EST

No dead fish handshakes allowed! :-) #kaganchat

In reply to @llglass

KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:30 PM EST

#kaganchat With these great ideas being shared, time's passing so quickly. We're already halfway done! Question 4 will be here in 1 minute.

HollyHaynes2 Jan 31 @ 8:30 PM EST

A1: Oxygenate your brains! Stand up! Move around! Jump up, jump up and move around! #kaganchat

RachelAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:30 PM EST

A3) Sitting kids/adults in teams of four and setting procedures for Timed Pair Share & Rally Robin with shoulder/face partners #kaganchat

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:30 PM EST

Exactly @breanneg2011 -- why expect something from young people that we as adults professionals cannot do successfully?! #KaganChat

breanneg2011 Jan 31 @ 8:28 PM EST

Absolutely! I refuse to make mine sit silently when as an adult I can't do that at staff meetings haha #kaganchat
In reply to @VernAtKagan

KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:31 PM EST

#kaganchat ...and here is question four!

HollyHaynes2 Jan 31 @ 8:31 PM EST

A2: Wrong answers are always right. When we struggle we know real learning is taking place. #kaganchat

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:31 PM EST

#KaganChat Your ideas are always worth the wait @KateAshmore !!!

In reply to @KateAshmore

KateAshmore Jan 31 @ 8:29 PM EST

#kaganchat A2 - Relationships based on mutual respect and lots of unconditional love💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚 ! (Missed Q2 - Catch up)

jessica_reddout Jan 31 @ 8:32 PM EST

A4: Priase is the one thing I do to help foster a positive attitude w/ S's. It could be praise from me, or praise from a teammate #kaganchat

dtrabilsy Jan 31 @ 8:32 PM EST

A4 Praise and Positive Gambits-Ss always feel better about themselves when they are praising each other on what they have shared #kaganchat

bgriffinteach Jan 31 @ 8:32 PM EST

A4: Having Ss validate and thank their partners after sharing a journal helps to create a positive atmosphere. #KaganChat

KristineAtKagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:32 PM EST

here's the view just about 10 minutes ago! #kaganchat

In reply to @VernAtKagan

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:33 PM EST

#KaganChat I Think there's a song in there! 🎵😄

HollyHaynes2 Jan 31 @ 8:30 PM EST

A1: Oxygenate your brains! Stand up! Move around! Jump up, jump up and move around! #kaganchat

KateAshmore Jan 31 @ 8:33 PM EST

#kaganchat A4 Try to be vulnerable when teaching and sharing personal/appropriate stories that model how I problem solve through emotions

breanneg2011 Jan 31 @ 8:33 PM EST

A4 Growth mindset comes into play to build positive emotions. Ss must see missed ?s, wrong answers, etc. as an opportunity! #kaganchat

giveawaybrazz Jan 31 @ 8:33 PM EST

A4: Having Ss validate and thank their partners after sharing a journal helps to create a positive atmosphere. #KaganChat

KristineAtKagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:34 PM EST

affirmation and validation is so important at all ages! #kaganchat

In reply to @dtrabilsy

llglass Jan 31 @ 8:34 PM EST

A4 Staying positive - greet the SS with a smile and a pat or hug each morning and all day as needed! #kaganchat

ESEteacherMegan Jan 31 @ 8:34 PM EST

A4. Constant feedback. Started doing notes to Ss on a weekly basis. #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:31 PM EST

#kaganchat ...and here is question four!

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:34 PM EST

A4. Planning our anticipatory set (lesson design) is important. This is a key time to make strong personal hooks for kids. #kaganchat

KateAshmore Jan 31 @ 8:34 PM EST

#kaganchat A4 we also make it a point to explicitly teach about emotions, appropriate responses and how to handle them - lots of modeling

RachelAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:34 PM EST

A4) Team celebrations throughout the day! "We are great! Yes we are! Don't you know it?!" #kaganchat

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:35 PM EST

#KaganChat @jessica_reddout the more unusual and/or unexpected the praise, more likely positive endorphins and serotonin will be released

jessica_reddout Jan 31 @ 8:32 PM EST

A4: Priase is the one thing I do to help foster a positive attitude w/ S's. It could be praise from me, or praise from a teammate #kaganchat

KateAshmore Jan 31 @ 8:35 PM EST

#kaganchat A4 lots of positive recognition for academic, behavioral and social responses

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:35 PM EST

#KaganChat what a great opportunity to develop, refine, expand, and practice great social skills, too!

bgriffinteach Jan 31 @ 8:32 PM EST

A4: Having Ss validate and thank their partners after sharing a journal helps to create a positive atmosphere. #KaganChat

ms_tris Jan 31 @ 8:36 PM EST

I always have a genuine smile and hugs for my kids. I show them with my words and actions that I love them--all of them! #KaganChat

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:36 PM EST

Talking out loud about our thinking...and our personal lives...is so important. #kaganchat

In reply to @KateAshmore

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:37 PM EST

#kaganchat I love this! 😍😍😍

KateAshmore Jan 31 @ 8:33 PM EST

#kaganchat A4 Try to be vulnerable when teaching and sharing personal/appropriate stories that model how I problem solve through emotions

bmilla84 Jan 31 @ 8:37 PM EST

A4: Making lessons fun & engaging helps Ss feel motivated to learn! Ss participate in the learning & celebrate successes together!#kaganchat

KristineAtKagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:37 PM EST

a thousand times yesssssssssssss! #kaganchat

In reply to @breanneg2011, @VernAtKagan

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:38 PM EST

#kaganchat what a powerful way to validate the students!

ESEteacherMegan Jan 31 @ 8:34 PM EST
A4. Constant feedback. Started doing notes to Ss on a weekly basis. #kaganchat
- KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:31 PM EST
  
  #kaganchat ...and here is question four!

jessica_reddout Jan 31 @ 8:38 PM EST

#kaganchat

In reply to @ms_tris

KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:39 PM EST

#kaganchat We are impressed by the ways teachers make their classrooms #brainfriendly Question 5 is coming in a minute!

KristineAtKagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:39 PM EST

whoa! Impressive and super powerful! #kaganchat

In reply to @ESEteacherMegan

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:39 PM EST

#kaganchat

In reply to @RachelAtKagan

KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:40 PM EST

#KaganChat We are so impressed by the ideas being shared! Please keep sharing! Question 5 is below:

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:40 PM EST

Kids and adults! #kaganchat

In reply to @KristineAtKagan, @dtrabilsy

KateAshmore Jan 31 @ 8:40 PM EST

#kaganchat A4 Removing boundaries & supporting students creative outlets supports development of emotions! @tmeyerart rock star @ it

In reply to @tmeyerart

dtrabilsy Jan 31 @ 8:40 PM EST

#kaganchat @KristineAtKagan Absolutely!

In reply to @VernAtKagan, @KristineAtKagan

breanneg2011 Jan 31 @ 8:41 PM EST

A5 I typically use the "Signal, please" approach or a "Freeze". Lots of praise for ones who are doing it effectively & practice! #kaganchat

KateAshmore Jan 31 @ 8:41 PM EST

#kaganchat Love using C.U.E lessons - Creative, Useful & Emotional! Believer in power of magical learning moments-costumes, music, food

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:42 PM EST

A5. I know we can't rely on our personalities to hold students' attention, but no energy from a teacher = boring! #kaganchat

dtrabilsy Jan 31 @ 8:43 PM EST

A5 Structures make all Ss accountable. The key is 2 use structures often so Ss are always "in the game". #kaganchat

bgriffinteach Jan 31 @ 8:44 PM EST

A5: Get attention with Signal and praise. Keep attention with good energy/structures to engage Ss in the learning. #kaganchat

KateAshmore Jan 31 @ 8:44 PM EST

#kaganchat A5 reading books by @kimbearden @awelcome @TechNinjaTodd @ronclarkacademy along with Kagan Structures allows for engaging ideas

In reply to @kimbearden, @awelcome, @TechNinjaTodd, @ronclarkacademy

bmilla84 Jan 31 @ 8:45 PM EST

A5: Magic!! Costumes, props, room transformations, etc! Ss are highly engaged & motivated to learn! They believe in the magic! #kaganchat

llglass Jan 31 @ 8:45 PM EST

A5Besides energy - I watch for them to get antsy and get them moving. They stay more focused when they can move! #kaganchat

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:45 PM EST

#KaganChat Drop the mic @dtrabilsy -- is perfectly said!

In reply to @dtrabilsy

dtrabilsy Jan 31 @ 8:43 PM EST

A5 Structures make all Ss accountable. The key is 2 use structures often so Ss are always "in the game". #kaganchat

ESEteacherMegan Jan 31 @ 8:45 PM EST

5. I love to see their faces when Ts dress up or switch up the scenery of the classroom #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:40 PM EST

#KaganChat We are so impressed by the ideas being shared! Please keep sharing! Question 5 is below:

ms_tris Jan 31 @ 8:45 PM EST

A5 I challenge my kids to do more than they think they can do. I tell them they are surpassing other's expectations and they are! #KaganChat

KateAshmore Jan 31 @ 8:46 PM EST

#kaganchat A5 increase student engagement/attention has been huge focus @CaldwellElemen this year! No engagement=no learning

In reply to @CaldwellElemen

jessica_reddout Jan 31 @ 8:46 PM EST

#kaganchat have to sign off early tonight. Thanks for a great chat everyone! :)

KristineAtKagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:46 PM EST

this is so key! How can we expect Ss to be excited about learning anything if the T isn't? #kaganchat

In reply to @VernAtKagan

KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:47 PM EST

#kaganchat Sorry to interrupt, but just wanted to give everyone a heads up that question six will be here in one minute!

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:47 PM EST

#Kaganchat I want to visit your classroom @bmilla84 !

In reply to @bmilla84

bmilla84 Jan 31 @ 8:45 PM EST

A5: Magic!! Costumes, props, room transformations, etc! Ss are highly engaged & motivated to learn! They believe in the magic! #kaganchat

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:47 PM EST

#kaganchat

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KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:48 PM EST

#kaganchat Let's examine the last principle of brain friendly teaching: stimuli. See image below:

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:48 PM EST

The key is to have a common definition of engagement. I commend you! #kaganchat

In reply to @KateAshmore, @CaldwellElemen

KristineAtKagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:48 PM EST

I love connecting with you each month #Kaganpal #kaganchat

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bgriffinteach Jan 31 @ 8:49 PM EST

A6: Getting them involved in finding solution/consensus/analysis. Get them moving. Blood needs to be pumping! #kaganchat

ESEteacherMegan Jan 31 @ 8:49 PM EST

6. Have to have student background and know how much they know to increase learning. #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:48 PM EST

#kaganchat Let's examine the last principle of brain friendly teaching: stimuli. See image below:

breanneg2011 Jan 31 @ 8:50 PM EST

A6 Love to use error analysis, visuals, @ddmeyer 3-act tasks, etc. No day in my math classroom is ever the same! New = intriguing #kaganchat

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dtrabilsy Jan 31 @ 8:50 PM EST

A6 Making sure 2 rotate in new structures along with the essential 5. Same structures=loss of interest. Changing it up is a must! #kaganchat

KateAshmore Jan 31 @ 8:50 PM EST

#kaganchat A6 Our Ss respond to food, music, movement, collaborative structures, laughter& love! (so do our Ts-brain learning for them too)

llglass Jan 31 @ 8:50 PM EST

A6 Movement and hydration along with talking to their teams or partners! #kaganchat

bmilla84 Jan 31 @ 8:50 PM EST

A6: My Ss ❤ movement & songs! We create chants/cheers for everything! It's gets Ss moving & helps them retain the content! #kaganchat

breanneg2011 Jan 31 @ 8:51 PM EST

YES! Would love to hear ways you do this. I do Scavenger Hunts and Gallery Walks, but looking for more options! #kaganchat

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VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:51 PM EST

A6. The beauty of structures is that the teacher isn't the sole stimuli source. Students stimulate each other's thinking. #kaganchat

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:53 PM EST

Spot on. The brain attends to novelty. That's why attending other trainings are important--more structures in our kit. #kaganchat

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dtrabilsy Jan 31 @ 8:53 PM EST

Yes!!! Many times better than the Teacher! #kaganchat

In reply to @VernAtKagan

KateAshmore Jan 31 @ 8:53 PM EST

#kaganchat A6 @CMoore0812 recently implemented a Math Escape Room for decimals and FBI Northpole Division

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KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:54 PM EST

#kaganchat Let's wrap up this month's #kaganchat with a little fun! Bonus question below:

bgriffinteach Jan 31 @ 8:54 PM EST

I want to be able to just sit around on a beach and read whenever I wish. #kaganchat

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:55 PM EST

Bonus #Kaganchat I would love to take a cruise around the world when I retire!

ESEteacherMegan Jan 31 @ 8:55 PM EST

7. Relax, but still be involved with A school... @CaldwellElemen if I'm still in florida. #kaganchat

In reply to @CaldwellElemen

KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:54 PM EST

#kaganchat Let's wrap up this month's #kaganchat with a little fun! Bonus question below:

breanneg2011 Jan 31 @ 8:55 PM EST

Bonus: As cliche as it sounds, I want to travel. So many experiences in this world to get to explore!! And read. Lots of reading! #kaganchat

dtrabilsy Jan 31 @ 8:55 PM EST

Bonus: I want to finally give back! I will have time to volunteer! Excited for that! #kaganchat

KateAshmore Jan 31 @ 8:55 PM EST

#kaganchat Bonus - Open my own a school & take freedoms where students master standards and grow physically, socially and emotionally

KateAshmore Jan 31 @ 8:56 PM EST

#kaganchat Bonus - let the story of @CaldwellElemen be so great they make a movie out of it and I get to direct the movie!

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KristineAtKagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:56 PM EST

Bonus Q: spend lots of time by a beach with amazing sunsets #kaganchat

jessica_reddout Jan 31 @ 8:56 PM EST

:), agreed. It's so great learning from one another #kaganchat

In reply to @KristineAtKagan

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:57 PM EST

#KaganChat You are an amazing educator @dtrabilsy -- give back 24/7!

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dtrabilsy Jan 31 @ 8:55 PM EST

Bonus: I want to finally give back! I will have time to volunteer! Excited for that! #kaganchat

KristineAtKagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:57 PM EST

great minds! #kaganchat

In reply to @bgriffinteach

rickatkagan - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:58 PM EST

#Kaganchat Beautiful pictures tonight @KristineAtKagan -- where are you tonight?

In reply to @KristineAtKagan

bmilla84 Jan 31 @ 8:58 PM EST

Bonus: Give back!!! I want to be in a position where I can serve others!! #Kaganchat

VernAtKagan Jan 31 @ 8:58 PM EST

Bonus. My dream is that Social Security will still be around when I retire. :-) #kaganchat

twoguysde Jan 31 @ 8:58 PM EST

#kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator Jan 31 @ 8:59 PM EST

Congratulations to January's #KaganChat Weekly Challenge winner: Mrs. Walker -- @jrdw110 -- free Kagan software. We'll contact w/ details

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