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WeberEducation - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:00 PM EDT

#divergED will be in a Q&A format. Mark responses w/ A1...2...etc. This is a 30-min chat, so buckle in!

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #divergED. We're honored to have @conniehamilton and @mssackstein as our guest mods today! Share your name & where you're from.

texasbuckeye Oct 18 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Dan, ES principal in Houston. Good evening #divergED

ElisaBostwick Oct 18 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Excited for this chat! Elisabeth from NY. #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:01 PM EDT

HI, I'm Connie Hamilton, Curriculum Director in Saranac, MI and co-author w/ Starr on Hacking Homework. Tweeting from California. #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:01 PM EDT

We'd love this CHAT to be about examples, actions, risk-taking, disruptive innovations, & #divergED thinking...so bring it

StarfishEmily Oct 18 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Emily from NY #divergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Starr from NY. So excited to be here with my co-author @conniehamilton #diverged https://t.co/jqki5xtNKY

nsulla Oct 18 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Dr. Nancy Sulla here at #DivergEd tonight; creator of the Learner-Active, Technology-Infused Classroom #LATIC; Pres… https://t.co/wsAYgiXxpH

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:01 PM EDT

@StarfishEmily Hi Emily, great to have you! #divergED

robinwellshick1 Oct 18 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Robin/ Maryland #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:01 PM EDT

@texasbuckeye HI Dan, welcome! #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:01 PM EDT

@texasbuckeye Hi Dan. Great to see you here in #divergED

dr_helgeson Oct 18 @ 8:01 PM EDT

John- ELA TOSA from WA #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:01 PM EDT

@ElisaBostwick Lis, love the new profile pic! Great to see you here tonight! #divergEd

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@conniehamilton So excited to be here with Connie tonight... busy day in NY #DivergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@ElisaBostwick HI there Elisabeth. I recognize you from #TMchat. Welcome to #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@StarfishEmily Hi there Emily. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@mssackstein @conniehamilton Hey friends! We are stoked and honored! #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Miss you, my friend. #divergED https://t.co/Z57O8ht4cy

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Starr from NY. So excited to be here with my co-author @conniehamilton #diverged https://t.co/jqki5xtNKY

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@nsulla HI Nancy! #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@nsulla @IDECorp Hi Nancy. #divergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Just walking in the door... #divergED

martianteacher Oct 18 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi there! It's Thomas from NC, Third Grade teacher! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@robinwellshick1 Hi Robin! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@dr_helgeson Hey John, great to have you! #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@robinwellshick1 Nice to see you, Robin. What's your role in Maryland? #divergED

ElisaBostwick Oct 18 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@nalang1 Thank you! Had to update. #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@dr_helgeson Hello John. #divergED

tcesarski Oct 18 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Taylor - secondary math from NC!! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@tcesarski Hi Taylor, welcome! #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Don't let her fool ya. Every day is a busy day for this rockstar teacher! #divergED https://t.co/z4FbgoJQfR

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@conniehamilton So excited to be here with Connie tonight... busy day in NY #DivergED

robinwellshick1 Oct 18 @ 8:03 PM EDT

English/language arts/teacher/juvenile detention #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@conniehamilton @mssackstein I know that’s right! #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Do we have a pic from ASCD? Trying to think if we snagged one? #divergED https://t.co/IUn45XjS8u

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@mssackstein @conniehamilton Hey friends! We are stoked and honored! #divergED

Dr_LMR Oct 18 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi! Lena Marie from MA. #diverged

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@martianteacher HI Thomas. #divergED

acottos Oct 18 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Adam, 5/6 social studies, Brooklyn, OH! Just watched a tough loss by my Cleveland Indians! We'll get the win tomorrow! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@conniehamilton Gosh, I think we got one of you, but not of us together! That’s a shame! #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1 coming up in 1 minute... #divergED @jlscheffer https://t.co/cOpAx9s3Nk

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@Dr_LMR Hi Lena, Great to have you! #divergED

martianteacher Oct 18 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@conniehamilton #divergED https://t.co/Wx91ibhjxO

perfinker Oct 18 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Gillian from Vancouver BC #diverged #imaginED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@acottos Hi Adam, great to see you here! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@martianteacher Welcome! #divergED

valerietilton Oct 18 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Valerie from FL! Ready to be a learner! #divergED https://t.co/meTreFWo9O

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@perfinker Hi Gillian! #divergED

Dr_LMR Oct 18 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@nalang1 Excited to be here! I often get detoured during the week! #diverged

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@robinwellshick1 Hi Robin. #divergED

ElisaBostwick Oct 18 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@dr_helgeson Great to see you, John! #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@acottos good evening, Adam. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@valerietilton Welcome Valerie! #divergED

ElisaBostwick Oct 18 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@acottos Hello, Adam! Hope you had a great day! #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@valerietilton Welcome Valerie. What's your role in FL? #divergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1: What are some reasons homework is such a battle for students and parents? #divergED

martianteacher Oct 18 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@nalang1 thanks! I live off of your wisdom! #divergED

melody_titus Oct 18 @ 8:07 PM EDT

I'm Melody, a secondary ed major at Elon Univeristy in NC #divergED #ElonEd

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Retweet Q1. #divergED https://t.co/Kdbin2W8VW

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1: What are some reasons homework is such a battle for students and parents? #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@melody_titus Hi Melody. #divergED

ElisaBostwick Oct 18 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@Dr_LMR @nalang1 Hello Lena Maria! So excited to be a part of the Mathematical Mindset books study with you! #divergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: parents have to content with children who don't really understand what is expected and often parents don't know how to help #diverged

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@conniehamilton Awwww... today was particularly hectic... I just need to keep positive thoughts #DivergED

dr_helgeson Oct 18 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: Ss do not see the relevance. Ts do not set clear expectations or purpose...Ss don't understand them #divergED

Dr_LMR Oct 18 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@ElisaBostwick Hi there! #diverged

mafost Oct 18 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Sliding in late tonight! #divergED.

chadw675 Oct 18 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Elementary principal from NY. Eager to begin chat #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: When you look at it this way, it seems like HW might not be worth the battle. #divergED https://t.co/eXnAm89CiA

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: Students don’t see the value in it or a relevant connection. The frustration from students are transferred to parents. #divergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@melody_titus Welcome Melody #DivergED

JohnsonValAL Oct 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Hello everyone - I'm Valerie, school principal, from Mobile, AL #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Sounds like a recipe for boredom and uselessness. #divergED https://t.co/EoK0BdLH1e

dr_helgeson Oct 18 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: Ss do not see the relevance. Ts do not set clear expectations or purpose...Ss don't understand them #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@chadw675 Hey Chad! #divergED

melody_titus Oct 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: Students may not want to do it or have questions and parents may not have time to help or don't have the info to help #divergED #ElonEd

Dr_LMR Oct 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@ElisaBostwick @nalang1 I'm excited about that too! #diverged

StacyPetersonCD Oct 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT

#divergED a1: time. Too many activities after school. Sports clubs etc. and parents that work traditional 9-5

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@mafost Hey buddy, great to have you here! #divergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@mssackstein I meant contend... lol ugh #DivergED

robinwellshick1 Oct 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1 students who need it dread it, students who don't need are bored by it , #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Just in time, we just launched Q1. #divergED https://t.co/GaKVLHRZ9b

mafost Oct 18 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Sliding in late tonight! #divergED.

dr_helgeson Oct 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@nalang1 definitely...Ss actions/frustrations become the voice for Ps #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

RTQ1: What are some reasons homework is such a battle for students and parents? #divergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

This is much more articulate and visual for sure #DivergED https://t.co/T4v6NqAeAP

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: When you look at it this way, it seems like HW might not be worth the battle. #divergED https://t.co/eXnAm89CiA

texasbuckeye Oct 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Parents believe it dominates home time; students lack an authentic connection to the work #divergED

tcesarski Oct 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Ss have lots of demands outside the classroom and homework often doesn't top the priority list! #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@chadw675 HI Chad. Thanks for joining #divergED

mafost Oct 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@nalang1 Thanks glad to be here. Great topic tonight #diverged

chadw675 Oct 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Time is precious and Ss and Ps work all day at school & job. HW must be valuable for either to see it as necessity #divergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

the frustration is that there usually isn't a relevant connection #DivergED https://t.co/LqPQGljf90

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: Students don’t see the value in it or a relevant connection. The frustration from students are transferred to parents. #divergED

mjjohnson1216 Oct 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Evening #divergED Meredith joining from Florida

perfinker Oct 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

#divergED A1 Because of the DISCONNECT bet (often) the "do" (home)-work & the emotional/imaginative nature the know… https://t.co/1nPAp3LUAK

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1: What are some reasons homework is such a battle for students and parents? #divergED

acottos Oct 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: time & method to complete it. Ss don't fully understand what to do and it's not how Ps did it! Conflicts arise between Ps & S. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@JohnsonValAL Welcome Valerie! #divergED

dr_helgeson Oct 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@conniehamilton definitely a lack of motivation #divergED

valerietilton Oct 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: For our fam it was the after-school schedule that we battled! We tried to balance but it's hard! 😫#divergED

robinwellshick1 Oct 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

parents who need it for support dread enforcing it. parents who already have the skills covered see it as an intrusion can't win #divergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@conniehamilton that would be awesome... #DivergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: When we assign HW that students cannot complete independently, we do not set up families for success #divergED

mafost Oct 18 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: With all the challenges, is the battle worth the results? in terms of learning? #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@mjjohnson1216 Welcome Meredith! #divergED

dr_helgeson Oct 18 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@StacyPetersonCD or the priorities are different for each #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@nalang1 Yes... someone just sent this video to me today. Made me laugh!! #divergED https://t.co/xiUB0CjLCo

bsepe7 Oct 18 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: Ss can't see value...not matched to goals for learning...Ss resist assignments that are well, assigned by someone else #DivergEd

JohnsonValAL Oct 18 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: Students and parents don't understand the purpose of HW bc often we don't communicate its importance. #divergED

Dr_LMR Oct 18 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1 Can result in Ss confusion and Ps don't understand how to help support or clarify. Connections are not often made either. #diverged

Principal68 Oct 18 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Hi there. I'm Mark. A Chief Superintendent in Alberta Canada. #divergED

StarfishEmily Oct 18 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A HW is not relatable to the world at home. Look for ways to have students see learning from school in their environment. #divergED

T3achingWorst Oct 18 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@mssackstein A1: Nowadays parents can't help their kids with HW. What ever happened to good old dioramas? #divergED

chadw675 Oct 18 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@mssackstein Yes and HW cannot simply be busy work #divergED https://t.co/zPlqzriSPI

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT
the frustration is that there usually isn't a relevant connection #DivergED https://t.co/LqPQGljf90
- nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT
  
  A1: Students don’t see the value in it or a relevant connection. The frustration from students are transferred to parents. #divergED

ElisaBostwick Oct 18 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: Children have interests outside of school. They yearn to play, explore, socialize. Struggle occurs with tight schedule. #divergED

mjjohnson1216 Oct 18 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1. Value of play during out of school hours needs to be cherished and held in the utmost importance. #DivergED

Principal68 Oct 18 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: Because it is almost never relevant or necessary. #divergED

chadw675 Oct 18 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@acottos Yes and frustration with HW begins #divergED https://t.co/fpP4W7GRDm

acottos Oct 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: time & method to complete it. Ss don't fully understand what to do and it's not how Ps did it! Conflicts arise between Ps & S. #divergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Q2 Coming up in 1 minute... #divergED

perfinker Oct 18 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@mssackstein Exactly! The disconnect! Where the emotional core of the stuff kids are asked to do at home? #imaginED #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2: How can we capitalize on after school activities to promote connections and learning w/o assigning traditonal homework? #divergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@T3achingWorst you mean the ones parents used to do for their children? LOL #DivergED

Toya_Melissa Oct 18 @ 8:12 PM EDT

a1 hw is not related to what is taught or understood. If stud. is struggling in class, how will they understand hw? #divergED

acottos Oct 18 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1.2: until HW is connected to the life of a S, HW will have no value. Ps and Ss want HW to be relevant and build new skills. #divergED

dr_helgeson Oct 18 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@bsepe7 and Ts may not know why they truly assign the work....what is the true purpose? #divergED

teamtomwaters1 Oct 18 @ 8:12 PM EDT

It seems the goals of fluency and exploration would make for worthy HW. #divergED https://t.co/uSXXh1Ngi1

WeberEducation - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: When we assign HW that students cannot complete independently, we do not set up families for success #divergED

robinwellshick1 Oct 18 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A2 Homework also varies in significance depending on the cultural, language diff of family valued for some not for others #divergED

melody_titus Oct 18 @ 8:12 PM EDT

That is true, it is hard to encourage students to work hard if they do not see value in the work #divergED #ElonEd https://t.co/0xMovPJX1D

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT
the frustration is that there usually isn't a relevant connection #DivergED https://t.co/LqPQGljf90
- nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT
  
  A1: Students don’t see the value in it or a relevant connection. The frustration from students are transferred to parents. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:13 PM EDT

We need to reexamine what we are asking our students to do. Is it keeping them from doing the awesome? #divergED https://t.co/I1XTXlsy5l

martianteacher Oct 18 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: Bad past experiences. Many parents & students dread it & expect "drills" & work that's never checked. #divergED

mjjohnson1216 Oct 18 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2. After school activities that build on the arts, music, drama, debate, assisting community, connections w/ senior citizens. #DivergED

T3achingWorst Oct 18 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@mssackstein lmao so true. My mom was the best! #DivergED

perfinker Oct 18 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2 #diverged YES. OH...details? :) Applying concepts/capacities to Ss own choice of topics (based on what they r… https://t.co/45aeyGeTdp

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2: How can we capitalize on after school activities to promote connections and learning w/o assigning traditonal homework? #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:13 PM EDT

That's the ticket to all learning... not just HW. #divergED https://t.co/Yqlju1anzO

acottos Oct 18 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1.2: until HW is connected to the life of a S, HW will have no value. Ps and Ss want HW to be relevant and build new skills. #divergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Retweeting Q2 #DivergED https://t.co/GmQcvQSZiB

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2: How can we capitalize on after school activities to promote connections and learning w/o assigning traditonal homework? #divergED

FLRichter Oct 18 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1 Students don't see how homework connects to their learning;Parents arent sure how the lesson is taught in order to reinforce it #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@conniehamilton bwahaha! #divergED

bsepe7 Oct 18 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@dr_helgeson biggest complaint...it's assigned b/c it pairs w/ the lesson in math or, you want to 'hold' Ss accountable, crazy! #DivergED

tcesarski Oct 18 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@WeberEducation yes homework should promote competence in our Ss! #divergED

robinwellshick1 Oct 18 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2 knowing the habits and obligations of student/family pop. tailoring assignments to the lives of the pop. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

RTQ2: How can we capitalize on after school activities to promote connections and learning w/o assigning traditional homework? #divergED

Robcat17 Oct 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@mssackstein #diverged Lack of clear directions sent home. Parents can't help if all directions given in class.

nsulla Oct 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2) If learning in school is authentic, real-world, and meaningful (problem-based), you'll find lots of out-of-school connections. #Diverged

smithno2 Oct 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@Toya_Melissa true. It's supposed to be independent practice right? #divergED

texasbuckeye Oct 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: not sure, good question! I worry about kids who don't have after school activities/opportunities. #divergED

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mrhickersonOES Oct 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A1: Parent understanding of concepts in the work can be problematic. Hard to help when you don't understand yourself. #divergED

Dr_LMR Oct 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@martianteacher Work that's never checked doesn't respect the student in any way! #diverged

dr_helgeson Oct 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: After school time should not feel like punishment, but a time for social and emotional connectedness #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

We can help prep parents for our purpose for rethinking homework by letting them know our reasoning. #divergED https://t.co/98hram6DMl

acottos Oct 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@conniehamilton and that's why if hw is assigned it needs to be an extension of the classroom! #divergED

mjjohnson1216 Oct 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Perhaps the concept of HW was designed in a different place and time that has outlived our present day circumstances. #DivergED

FLRichter Oct 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2 After school activities & Clubs can be an extension of what is being taught in class; more depth & interactive/hands-on #diverged

sgilhuley Oct 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

#malverneerpd Search #diverged New chat starting...homework. @racheligross @MDaltonNBCT14 @JamesHunderfund #gomules

melody_titus Oct 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: Could encourage academic clubs that meet outside of school or assign hw that relates to their activities #divergED #ElonEd

WeberEducation - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2 Clubs (Boys & Girls Club, YMCA) provide safe spaces for Ss to collaborate with peers on formal & more exploratory learning #divergED

cherandpete Oct 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Hello #divergED Peter, gr 5/6 T of 20 yrs from Thunder Bay jumping in. WHAT IF HW Looked Like This? https://t.co/YpdV1V2fAt Works for my Ss!

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

That's especially useful when it's not NEW learning and when classroom learning is relevant. #divergED https://t.co/yHGqMU70zl

acottos Oct 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@conniehamilton and that's why if hw is assigned it needs to be an extension of the classroom! #divergED

robinwellshick1 Oct 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2 for some just the act of completing homework is an indicator to the student and family that he/she applying themselves n school #divergED

Principal68 Oct 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: Ss determine essential questions that emerge from the activities. Ts facilitate the connection to outcomes. #divergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: If we want to promote life long learning, we need to connect kids' passions to learning #DivergED

tcesarski Oct 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@texasbuckeye very true after school activities can mean anything from taking care of siblings to elite sports leagues #divergED

mafost Oct 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: Tweeting as I struggle with my own 2nd grader w/HW. We were on funbrain learning earlier. Now on HW, not really learning. #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Q3 Coming up in 1 minute... #divergED https://t.co/Q2hh3vWWp0

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@Principal68 Hi Mark, great to have you with us! #divergED

nsulla Oct 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2) Use after school to focus on concepts and application of skills learned in school. #DivergEd

chadw675 Oct 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@acottos HW could also prepare Ss for upcoming lessons #divergED https://t.co/CTejLzStB2

acottos Oct 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@conniehamilton and that's why if hw is assigned it needs to be an extension of the classroom! #divergED

Robcat17 Oct 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@mssackstein #divergED And if the worksheet is stupid for the parent to be doing, could very well be stupid for the kid to do. #NotBitter

Dr_LMR Oct 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@bsepe7 @dr_helgeson the 'holding' accountable is frustrating. If they mastered the concept, is that for completing busy work? #diverged

JohnsonValAL Oct 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: if we discover what students like to do and capitalize on that, we can make HW and after school act more fun AND relevant. #divergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Agreed... too much is unclear when kids come home. #DivergED https://t.co/K7mzkP2fr3

Robcat17 Oct 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@mssackstein #diverged Lack of clear directions sent home. Parents can't help if all directions given in class.

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

HEY! Peter! It's like you jumped right out of Hack 5! #divergED https://t.co/P7dg49oXXD

cherandpete Oct 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Hello #divergED Peter, gr 5/6 T of 20 yrs from Thunder Bay jumping in. WHAT IF HW Looked Like This? https://t.co/YpdV1V2fAt Works for my Ss!

smithno2 Oct 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Will someone repost Q2? #divergED

acottos Oct 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: first, Ts need to know what Ss are involved with after school. Then build connections between them & content! Build interest. #divergED

mjjohnson1216 Oct 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

"I feel really passionate about the worksheet I brought home from school day!" <--- said no student ever! #DivergEd https://t.co/Bm5r4NyNr7

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: If we want to promote life long learning, we need to connect kids' passions to learning #DivergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@T3achingWorst my mom loved doing my brother's homework #DivergED

teamtomwaters1 Oct 18 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Learning to work hard is important, but there certainly more involved than just forcing #divergED https://t.co/67hrPq0m1w

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Q3 Coming up in 1 minute... #divergED https://t.co/Q2hh3vWWp0

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Q3: In what ways can student interest and choice be considered when it comes to homework? #divergED

cherandpete Oct 18 @ 8:18 PM EDT

#divergED Also have my Ss working on HomeSHARE. Fantastic way to connect/engage home and school. Lots of examples-https://t.co/8nHgJMyPXN

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:18 PM EDT

.@Robcat17 I never met a worksheet worth doing #DivergED

Dr_LMR Oct 18 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@dr_helgeson Reminds me of a long day at work and then taking more work home! Never enough time to refresh! #diverged

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Retweeting Q3. #divergED https://t.co/guKLJwBFBN

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Q3: In what ways can student interest and choice be considered when it comes to homework? #divergED

ChrisAFRIN Oct 18 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@nalang1 depends if one is in a competition which relies on subject judgements e.g. freestyle snowboarding, gymnastics #edchat #divergED

bsepe7 Oct 18 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@Dr_LMR @dr_helgeson All Ss, my own boys can sniff out "busy" work! So, it lacks meaning, which lacks effort and motivation #divergEd

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:19 PM EDT

#hackinghomework is making ripples in the Twitterverse. You guys are trending the awesome on #divergED.

ElisaBostwick Oct 18 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2 Developing clubs that sharpen skills fosters learning that can apply across the curriculum. #divergED

dr_helgeson Oct 18 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A3: If we truly differentiate according to Ss needs, interests, and readiness + look outside of the box...this will happen #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Great to see @cherandpete in #divergED tonight. He contributed to Hack 5 in our book. https://t.co/qYCOUNWtqu

martianteacher Oct 18 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: I've met with coaches and integrated multiplication facts when doing exercises (& lay ups, squats etc. depending on sport) #diverged

Robcat17 Oct 18 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@mssackstein #divergED Oldest daughter sent sis 2 bed & took over. Then I did the same. Mom got up early to finish. It was a word search.

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@barrykid1 thanks Barry... I hate what my son brings home #DivergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@mssackstein @T3achingWorst Haha! #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Now we're talking relevance and motivation! What learning can be lifted from clubs? #divergED https://t.co/Hjkq32dvgz

ElisaBostwick Oct 18 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2 Developing clubs that sharpen skills fosters learning that can apply across the curriculum. #divergED

smithno2 Oct 18 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Yes! This is so true #divergED https://t.co/FkDwmIr8lE

nsulla Oct 18 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2) If learning in school is authentic, real-world, and meaningful (problem-based), you'll find lots of out-of-school connections. #Diverged

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@Robcat17 oy... so gross #DivergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Right! Why is HW one-size-fits-NONE? #divergED https://t.co/2RlADkTMox

dr_helgeson Oct 18 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A3: If we truly differentiate according to Ss needs, interests, and readiness + look outside of the box...this will happen #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@cherandpete Great resource Peter! Thanks for joining! #divergED

chadw675 Oct 18 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3: Allow Ss to explore topics in ways that interest them; provide options for completing assignments #divergED https://t.co/Ml0r4FiYqB

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Q3: In what ways can student interest and choice be considered when it comes to homework? #divergED

Principal68 Oct 18 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3: Help Ss identify the outcomes and then seek ways to construct knowledge of them through their passions. #divergED

FLRichter Oct 18 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3 By knowing Ss interests, Ts can make HW relevant & applicable to the Ss thus connecting HW to learning & learning to standards #diverged

acottos Oct 18 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3: Ss need to build off their interests. Providing options allows them to demonstrate mastery in their best method! #divergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:20 PM EDT

This is awesome! #DivergED https://t.co/jBlWpV9MjV

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3: If we include student choice & interest when developing ways to inspire learning at home, there is more relevan… https://t.co/jtCTMBrSBq

mjjohnson1216 Oct 18 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Certainly watched my son have many sleepless nights. #DivergEd https://t.co/EDrqB2wr8n

WeberEducation - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:21 PM EDT

RTQ3: In what ways can student interest and choice be considered when it comes to homework? #divergED

texasbuckeye Oct 18 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3: connect to what they live it's not really "work" anymore :) #NeedANewName #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Don't even get me started. I think we've established I win the "stupidest HW ever" contest. #divergED https://t.co/tBijHrIQTq

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@barrykid1 thanks Barry... I hate what my son brings home #DivergED

martianteacher Oct 18 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3: homework should be student centered. Ss interests are always integrated. Open ended- shouldn't be worried or stressed over it #diverged

StarfishEmily Oct 18 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3 Real world problems that are authentic & relevant build a strong felt need & Ss will search out connections outside of school #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: Students can be given the choice to complete A/B options or to create their own HW problems #divergED

perfinker Oct 18 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3 #divergED will require shifting focus from specific "topics"--sometimes--to capacities or skills, inquiry, choic… https://t.co/8Bh7mNNbRS

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Q3: In what ways can student interest and choice be considered when it comes to homework? #divergED

Robcat17 Oct 18 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@conniehamilton @mssackstein @barrykid1 #divergED And it was...?

cherandpete Oct 18 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Happy to be a part of such a valuable resource! Thanks @conniehamilton and @mssackstein #DivergED #Hacklearning… https://t.co/0oyiAUSkIm

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Great to see @cherandpete in #divergED tonight. He contributed to Hack 5 in our book. https://t.co/qYCOUNWtqu

dr_helgeson Oct 18 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@StarfishEmily when Ss search for their own learning...Ts know they have hit the sweet spot #divergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3 If we let students get involved with what they love the learning keeps on going #DivergED

Toya_Melissa Oct 18 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Hw is sooooo outdated! I am believer that you can acc #diverged

melody_titus Oct 18 @ 8:22 PM EDT

I like this idea, allow creativity and student innovation, and inspire and engage Ss #divergED #ElonEd https://t.co/i9NZRxIF23

StarfishEmily Oct 18 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3 Real world problems that are authentic & relevant build a strong felt need & Ss will search out connections outside of school #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Before assigning homework, ponder...Are we helping students just produce work or induce wonder? #divergED https://t.co/hO7ihPpvZ3

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Medical term vocab. Teacher NEVER teaches, references, or uses them. Just gives as HW and assesses. #divergED https://t.co/z40O7D40Yj

Robcat17 Oct 18 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@conniehamilton @mssackstein @barrykid1 #divergED And it was...?

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@conniehamilton @cherandpete Awesome, I could tell he was an expert! #divergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Q4 Coming up in 1 minute... #divergED

mafost Oct 18 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: On the flip side, studies have shown parents monitoring HW actually have a negative effect on adolescent aspirations. #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Q4: What tools can we provide for parents to support learning at home? #divergED

valerietilton Oct 18 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: I'm hearing...Universal Design in homework! Great idea!👍 #divergED

Toya_Melissa Oct 18 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Hw is so outdated! I am a believer I can get everything accomplished during a class period. I have 90 min a day with my students! #divergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Hey, if homework looked like this chat, I'd keep doing it... because it makes sense, I"m electing to do it and it's connected #DivergED

StarfishEmily Oct 18 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@dr_helgeson We used to call it the watering hole. When learning spills out into lunch, recess, and home #divergED

nsulla Oct 18 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3) Ever see Diane Heacox's "Totally 10"? Choices; Ss need to amass 10 points. We used it in an urban HS and HW completion soared. #DivergEd

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Retweeting Q4 #DivergED https://t.co/oTGC1XRqXb

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Q4: What tools can we provide for parents to support learning at home? #divergED

dr_helgeson Oct 18 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@mafost great point...consideration should focus on how much emphasis is put on HW #divergED

StacyPetersonCD Oct 18 @ 8:25 PM EDT

#divergED A3: hate to say but teacher Evan may be a way to get stu choice into convo. Daniels on HE involves stu choice

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A4 If we help parents know what we are doing by using tools like Periscope or screencasts, they can help their children at home #DivergED

dr_helgeson Oct 18 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@StarfishEmily love it! #divergED

texasbuckeye Oct 18 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A4: #Options #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@drewyams @mssackstein What's the "reward", Casey? #divergED

perfinker Oct 18 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A4 #divergED this totally depends on what is assigned as h/w #imaginED Necessary 2 have a convo w parents about "ne… https://t.co/NAjdu5wYls

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Q4: What tools can we provide for parents to support learning at home? #divergED

mrhickersonOES Oct 18 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: Build structures that allow students to design their own problems and experiences using relevant concepts #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@mafost Absolutely! It drives compliance and compliance kills creativity and motivation. #divergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@drewyams @conniehamilton Reward? #DivergED

chadw675 Oct 18 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@mssackstein Good point. Set up chats like this about class topics. Allow authentic discussion of content #divergED https://t.co/trdv1egpuS

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Hey, if homework looked like this chat, I'd keep doing it... because it makes sense, I"m electing to do it and it's connected #DivergED

Dr_LMR Oct 18 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Develops a deeper passion and sparks more curiosity and that's what creates lifelong learners! #diverged https://t.co/Gv1CTpwt0L

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3 If we let students get involved with what they love the learning keeps on going #DivergED

StacyPetersonCD Oct 18 @ 8:26 PM EDT

#divergED A3: hate to say but teacher Eval may be a way to get stu choice into convo. Danielson HE involves stu choice

cherandpete Oct 18 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@nalang1 #divergED @conniehamilton Both Home'work' and HomeSHARE have been game changers in my classroom. What my… https://t.co/rZUms6iBfD

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:26 PM EDT

This will put a speed bump in front of stupid homework. #divergED https://t.co/tUwm3OyajP

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Before assigning homework, ponder...Are we helping students just produce work or induce wonder? #divergED https://t.co/hO7ihPpvZ3

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@chadw675 We have a chapter about that... #DivergED

FLRichter Oct 18 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A4 Build relationships w/ parents; communicate expectations of Ss and parents; provide examples; use tech& paper to give tips #diverged

Dr_LMR Oct 18 @ 8:26 PM EDT

I love the phrase 'induce wonder'! #diverged https://t.co/O1tDjRAvde

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Before assigning homework, ponder...Are we helping students just produce work or induce wonder? #divergED https://t.co/hO7ihPpvZ3

robinwellshick1 Oct 18 @ 8:26 PM EDT

lap top in home with wifi for some who are lacking/ subject support for those families that have literate rich homes #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@mrhickersonOES Hi Ben, great to have you a part tonight! #divergED

ElisaBostwick Oct 18 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3 When students are engaged in passion projects or PBL they eagerly go home and do work that's not assigned. #divergED

LovinCommonCore Oct 18 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A2 - Hello everyone! I like to assign just plain old fashioned reading for homework. No stress and parents know how to do it. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:27 PM EDT

RTQ4: What tools can we provide for parents to support learning at home? #divergED

mafost Oct 18 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: My biggest HW successes have occurred in forums like this, Google Classroom, and such. #divergED https://t.co/z9VQC48ruO

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Hey, if homework looked like this chat, I'd keep doing it... because it makes sense, I"m electing to do it and it's connected #DivergED

acottos Oct 18 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A4: @RemindHQ, google classroom access, be available to answer emails until a specific time, an inviting atmosphere to ask ?s! #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@mssackstein @chadw675 Here is a sneak peak at the table of contents. #divergED https://t.co/lU7GylBWHb

valerietilton Oct 18 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A4: The use of communication tools such as Remind for Q/A sessions! #divergED

StacyPetersonCD Oct 18 @ 8:27 PM EDT

#divergED a4: parents need to see value in hw just as much as Ss do. Tools not needed...information needed

smithno2 Oct 18 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@tcesarski I also think Ts and admin need 2 help kids build work so they will practice skills willingly. But how #divergED?

mjjohnson1216 Oct 18 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Includes family, open conversation about meaning behind Veteran's Day, pride in family member name displayed at school. #DivergEd

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@mafost yes, that's the way we have to do it. Make it transparent and connected #DivergED

ElisaBostwick Oct 18 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@nalang1 The struggle we come across is that we find HW is somewhat embedded in the culture. It's a mindset. #divergED

Toya_Melissa Oct 18 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Q4: there are a lot of resources online! YouTube, khan academy.We can also offer fam math/ELA nights that can help learning. #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4: Let's clearly and explicitly share what parents can do (& what we want them to do) in support of HW and home-based supports #divergED

hackmylearning Oct 18 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Thought I'd invited #divergED to the Webinar with Connie and Starr on Oct 29 at 10am CST. Register now to save your spot.

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Not sure I always see the value. #divergED https://t.co/HrTcmPx5qQ

StacyPetersonCD Oct 18 @ 8:27 PM EDT

#divergED a4: parents need to see value in hw just as much as Ss do. Tools not needed...information needed

martianteacher Oct 18 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4: Parents should be a tool. We have a classroom meeting with parents and students to create homework & reflect. #diverged

teamtomwaters1 Oct 18 @ 8:28 PM EDT

This is real good. #divergED https://t.co/aSbcVFebiQ

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A4: This Boomerang Model can give parents tools to return thinking back to students when their stamina is low or ar… https://t.co/KRgbmNLrkb

robinwellshick1 Oct 18 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A list of activites that support skills that trans. to classroom. such as family eating together, asking an open ended question #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@LovinCommonCore Hi Krista, great to have you here! Great to see that you value student choice! #divergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Thanks so much for having us on #DivergED tonight... we hope you'll think reading our book is good homework

StarfishEmily Oct 18 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@mrhickersonOES This design process supports just this kind of thinking https://t.co/rm9bxBXC8X #divergED #designprocess #inquiry

Venissia Oct 18 @ 8:29 PM EDT

HW needs to be a respectable task that provides students with purposeful feedback regarding their learning process & outcomes #divergED

Dr_LMR Oct 18 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@ElisaBostwick @nalang1 We have Ps that expect Hw and equate it to a rigorous course. #diverged

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A link might help, little blue #hacklearning critter. #divergED https://t.co/YNiisFcGM8 https://t.co/PHmLxo0yVN

hackmylearning Oct 18 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Thought I'd invited #divergED to the Webinar with Connie and Starr on Oct 29 at 10am CST. Register now to save your spot.

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@hackmylearning Awesome! Thanks! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Thank you everyone for joining us this evening! A special thank you to @conniehamilton & @mssackstein for moderating tonight! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@Toya_Melissa Great to have you on #divergED LaToya!

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:30 PM EDT

WOW! Thanks #divergED for having @mssackstein and me hosting your chat tonight.

ElisaBostwick Oct 18 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@Dr_LMR @nalang1 It's a hot topic and can also be a personal topic. #divergED

CmacdonaldColin Oct 18 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: Partner w/ parents to complete a project and have Ss and parents create a digital artifact which documents their collaboration.#diverged

melody_titus Oct 18 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Good point. Parents can be great at inspiring students, and that absence can make a difference #divergED #ElonEd https://t.co/AcX4hNMzgj

StacyPetersonCD Oct 18 @ 8:27 PM EDT

#divergED a4: parents need to see value in hw just as much as Ss do. Tools not needed...information needed

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Homework, Friend or Foe? - Work in Progress - Education Week Teacher https://t.co/OJjknjlUBp #DivergED

LovinCommonCore Oct 18 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: HW resources are interactive journals S made in school to help S remember the lesson and maybe even teach the parent. #divergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Do You Want to Hack Homework This Year? - Work in Progress - Education Week Teacher https://t.co/WJWCERfTfB #DivergED

mrhickersonOES Oct 18 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: Providing a forum where parents can ask questions is helpful. Our online resources are a tremendous opportunity. #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Huge thanks to @conniehamilton and @mssackstein. See you next week on #divergED!

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:31 PM EDT

It's Time to Lighten the Load and Stop Giving Traditional Homework - Work in Progress - https://t.co/hfMUK9gzNk #Diverged

Principal68 Oct 18 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: Clear understanding of broad goals and guidance on how to foster joyful exploration. #divergED

smithno2 Oct 18 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Open daily updates about work expectations. Use a parent friendly LMS to get info out there. #divergED https://t.co/PXYgUOiD4z

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:27 PM EDT

RTQ4: What tools can we provide for parents to support learning at home? #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@valerietilton Glad you like it Valerie. Join the webinar if you like. We'll be talking about it. #divergED https://t.co/YNiisFcGM8

mafost Oct 18 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Transparency, I forgot about that aspect...It is so helpful for parent involvement. #divergED https://t.co/FnWmwhw13u

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@mafost yes, that's the way we have to do it. Make it transparent and connected #DivergED

mssackstein Oct 18 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@WeberEducation @conniehamilton Thanks Chris for having us #DivergED

cherandpete Oct 18 @ 8:31 PM EDT

#divergED Connecting with parents and engaging them in their children's ed instills the + power of CONNECTIONS!… https://t.co/0KPPB754OC

acottos Oct 18 @ 8:31 PM EDT

This is always the fastest 30 minute chat on Twitter! Great sharing and learning! Thanks everyone! #divergED

Dr_LMR Oct 18 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Great #diverged convo tonight! Thanks @nalang1 @conniehamilton @mssackstein https://t.co/J5u7VJpNtN

nalang1 - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Thank you everyone for joining us this evening! A special thank you to @conniehamilton & @mssackstein for moderating tonight! #divergED

mjjohnson1216 Oct 18 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Marvelous job @conniehamilton and @mssackstein #DivergEd

valerietilton Oct 18 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Thank you! Always insightful! #divergED https://t.co/1tU25240x2

StarfishEmily Oct 18 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4 How to sheets and instructional videos can support Ss and parents with learning from school #divergED

Dr_LMR Oct 18 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@ElisaBostwick @nalang1 Agreed! #diverged

Robcat17 Oct 18 @ 8:32 PM EDT

#DivergED I have Ss who are home alone in evenings with baby brother or go help dad @custodian job until midnight, so HW hurts not helps

Toya_Melissa Oct 18 @ 8:33 PM EDT

I stumbled upon #divergED tonight! What a great chat! I will be sharing with colleagues in the am!

smithno2 Oct 18 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@tcesarski meant to say kids need work grittiness... #divergED

mafost Oct 18 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@perfinker Monitoring, in contrast to parent participating w/HW #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@Mrs_5mith Hope you'll join the webinar. We are likely to trigger a lot of pause for thought. https://t.co/YNiisFcGM8 #divergED

teamtomwaters1 Oct 18 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@smithno2 @tcesarski Work grittiness, a definite need. #divergED

mafost Oct 18 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@perfinker Sure thing! I've never attempted to abstract a study in 140 characters. That's a task! #divergED

Robcat17 Oct 18 @ 8:37 PM EDT

#divergED THANK YOU for letting me sit in, some good ideas and new connections! Have a great evening!

WeberEducation - Moderator Oct 18 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Arts-Infused Project-Based Learning: Crafting Beautiful Work https://t.co/WYaNwFsTLD #divergED

conniehamilton Oct 18 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@JesiCygan She probably didn't have to be assigned to do it as HW. She was inspired to learn. Great example promoting learning. #divergED