#miched Archive

The #michED chat is a grassroots effort dedicated to giving teachers, students, and parents across Michigan a bigger voice in the conversation about education in our state. We welcome all voices through a variety of projects, media, and social networking. We’re trying to address educational issues through apolitical conversation, spreading ideas and stories of success from Michigan classrooms across the state, and helping teachers and students regain the courage to connect and demonstrate that schools in Michigan are creating amazing opportunities for learning. We want the face and voice of education in Michigan to be a mural of shared experiences and positive examples of connected learning.
Wednesday April 12, 2017
8:00 PM EDT
  • participatechat Apr 12 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #miched by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/Y5iW4Lilye
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Welcome everyone! This week's #MichEd chat is all about testing. I'll be giving my 1st M-Step test soon...help! Please introduce yourselves.
  • ms_g_kalugar Apr 12 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Ready for this twitter chat!! #miched
  • missefultz_edu Apr 12 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Excited to see what the #MichEd discussion is about!
  • edubabbIe Apr 12 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    We believe planning theories should count in their consequence. #miched
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Hi Gabrielle! Thanks for joining us tonight. #miched
    In reply to @ms_g_kalugar
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Tyler from MI. APUSH, WHAP, Teacher Ed. Excited for all my @sienaheights #SHUedtech candidates to join in and collaborate! #miched
  • ms_g_kalugar Apr 12 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Gabrielle Kalugar, teacher ed candidate at Siena Heights University! Very eager to be here and learn! #MichEd
  • missefultz_edu Apr 12 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    I'm Liz, i'm a teacher candidate from Siena Heights University #MichEd
  • maggiesjones Apr 12 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    I'm Maggie Jones, I'm a student teacher in 4th grade at A2STEAM! #miched
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Nice to have you join us tonight Elizabeth! #miched
    In reply to @missefultz_edu
  • conrad_chris Apr 12 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Chris from Allegan. Math teacher. @geogebra and @desmos #fanboy Ready to chat with my #miched peeps!
  • MsCardeccia Apr 12 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Kayla Cardeccia. I am a teacher candidate at Siena Heights! #miched
  • CoutureTeaching Apr 12 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    First ever twitter chat for #MichEd
  • ametz05 Apr 12 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hi! Amanda Metz here from Siena Heights University..excited to see what is in store for this chat! #miched
  • karlyb Apr 12 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    #miched Karen Bosch, PreK - 8 Tech Teacher. Multitasking tonight, but interested in new insights on tonite's topic.
  • EmilyLoar Apr 12 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Emily Loar, teacher candidate at Siena Heights University! Ready for this #miched chat!
  • mr_lentine Apr 12 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hello I'm Matt Lentine, a teacher candidate from Siena Heights University! #miched
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Oh yeah! Helpful hint…Q=question, A=answer. Have fun and thanks for joining us! #miched
    In reply to @CoutureTeaching
  • BMacherEDU Apr 12 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Brenna from MI, Elementary Comprehensive major, spanish minor. Excited for #MichEd #SHUedTech
  • dsuiter29 Apr 12 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Adrian College student Dakota Suiter! @MichelleK929 #TED350 #miched
  • conrad_chris Apr 12 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    #miched I am LOVING the student teacher joining the chat. Please share! Would love to hear your voice!
  • smurchies Apr 12 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Sharon Murchie, HS ELA teacher, Bath, MI. #MichEd
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hey #miched Ann Smart checking in from Adrian, trying to get back in the swing after a week in Florida. EdTech for #teamjxn
  • MsRFernandezEDU Apr 12 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Rachel Fernandez, teacher candidate from Siena Heights University! #MichEd
  • MsAmandaBarry Apr 12 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    I'm a Siena Heights University student majoring in Elementary Ed! Excited to be a part of this!! #Miched
  • MsEmilyRoberts Apr 12 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hello I'm Emily Roberts, a teacher candidate at Siena Heights University! #miched
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Me watching all my teacher ed Cs join in #miched
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Lots of Adrian Peeps here tonight! #miched
  • ChristineMBolen Apr 12 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Chris Bolen HS Science teacher Tawas..1st time at this chat ...looking forward to it! #miched
  • TylerELeonard Apr 12 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Hi all! I'm Tyler Leonard, student teacher in Ann Arbor. Preparing for my first round of testing. #miched
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    GO Bulldogs! #miched
    In reply to @dsuiter29, @MichelleK929
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Erin from Boyne City, MI. 3rd grade Teacher. Here are tonight’s Q’s https://t.co/C3Vtkyr5yp #miched
  • Miss_Coatsworth Apr 12 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Hello! I'm Chelsea Coatsworth and I'm a teacher candidate at Siena Heights Univeristy #MichEd
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    I had my #SHUedtech candidates join in! So excited they are all here! #miched
    In reply to @conrad_chris
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    It's a show down of Siena Heights and Adrian College tonight! #miched
  • MrStricklin Apr 12 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Travis a senior EDU student from Siena Heights here! #miched
  • BMacherEDU Apr 12 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    @SHUedtech We don't show down. We're too polite for that. #MichEd #SHUedTech
  • conrad_chris Apr 12 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    #miched this is good learning experience & good, positive social media #streetcred for the interviews.
    In reply to @SHUedtech
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    @MrStricklin @MrShindorf @Daniell622 #SSTmethods #miched
  • GGlass19 Apr 12 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Wow this Tweetdeck is so new. This is gonna be fun! #miched #SHUedTech
  • missefultz_edu Apr 12 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Q1: Teaching students testing strategies such as eliminating choices #MichEd
  • smurchies Apr 12 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    LOL, Seina Heights and Adrian College. I'm here because of #EDU807, PhD program in Ed Tech from CMU. #MichEd
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Tweet deck is perfect for this! #miched
    In reply to @GGlass19
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Q1: what are things that you might indirectly do throughout the yr to prepare Ss for not only the M-step but testing in general? #miched
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Excellent way to stay organized. Have a tab for notifications, live feed, and #miched
    In reply to @GGlass19
  • CoutureTeaching Apr 12 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Emily couture Teacher ed candidate at Siena Heights university! #MichEd
  • Daniell622 Apr 12 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    My name is Daniell I am a senior and a Special Education major #miched
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Learning at all levels! #miched
    In reply to @smurchies
  • smurchies Apr 12 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Q1: @AndreaZellner told me a long time ago to teach testing like a genre. Teach Ss how to read the genre and beat the testing game. #MichEd
  • ametz05 Apr 12 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1) Within assessments, incorporate questions that have a similar format from what they will see on the standardized tests. #miched
  • JustinFish24 Apr 12 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Justin Fisher Adrian College @MichelleK929 #miched
  • mr_lentine Apr 12 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1) One good way to prepare students for these tests are to give them timed tests so that they can practice testing under pressure #miched
  • conrad_chris Apr 12 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: Hate test prep, BUT, class discussion re: diff. methods to solution. Often, big tst requires alt approaches. #miched
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: we do an M-STEP social studies boot camp two weeks out reviewing main topics and testing strategies. Top two in the Co 6 years! #miched
  • karlyb Apr 12 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1 I spend much more time w/elem kids practicing typing skills than I used to. #miched
  • MEMSPAchat Apr 12 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Join the #MEMSPA Twitter Challenge: https://t.co/ZVfnIYm2BR Starting Monday, April 17 #MEMSPAchat #miched @MEMSPA #edchat #ohedchat
  • MrDomagalski Apr 12 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Join the #MEMSPA Twitter Challenge: https://t.co/thlla4qIEY Starting Monday, April 17 #MEMSPAchat #miched @MEMSPA #edchat #ohedchat
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    That sounds like good advice. It is a beast of its own isn’t it? #miched
    In reply to @smurchies, @AndreaZellner
  • MsEmilyRoberts Apr 12 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1) Help students with testing strategies and ways to reduce the stress of tests. #miched
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Excellent strategy. Testing familiarity is paramount. #miched
    In reply to @ametz05
  • dsuiter29 Apr 12 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1) Constantly integrate different content areas thoughtout a lesson. #miched #TED350
  • BMacherEDU Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1. teaching testing skills for daily use (e.g. identifying and using context clues) #miched
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    That time thing can be a real deal breaker for kids. #miched
    In reply to @mr_lentine
  • conrad_chris Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: This good advice. For math, always look to the last sentence 1st to find out what you are supposed to do. #miched
    In reply to @smurchies, @AndreaZellner
  • MsCardeccia Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: Provide students with multiple ways to go about solving problems. In a math class especially, practice story problems!! #miched
  • MsAmandaBarry Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1) I think first controlling students' test anxiety is major. #MichEd
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: My job was to teach the test Reading prep. I always used the SuperBowl analogy. Can’t show up for the big game without practice. #miched
  • ChristineMBolen Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1) Try to replicate the testing situation (time, Q type etc.) on a regular basis w/opportunity to reflect on process & re-test. #miched
  • missefultz_edu Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    That's a great idea! That's a great way to make the test feel less "new". #miched
    In reply to @ametz05
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    What do you recommend to achieve this? #miched
    In reply to @MsEmilyRoberts
  • MrStricklin Apr 12 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1-Setting up test prep without blatantly titling it "test prep" is a great way to distract ss from the hatred of these tests #miched
  • MsRFernandezEDU Apr 12 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1: Use your questions as warm ups for your class and discuss. Questions in test format can also be used as formative assessment. #miched
  • ms_g_kalugar Apr 12 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1: To integrate questions that resemble the tests and teach them different testing strategies that could be of use #miched
  • conrad_chris Apr 12 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1: Yes. but the discussion about WHY the diff methods work for others. Get ownership for Ss, retain understanding beyond testprep #miched
    In reply to @MsCardeccia
  • big_A_17 Apr 12 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1: have students split into groups and work together towards a common goal while sharing strategies #TED350 #michED
  • maggiesjones Apr 12 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1) In my classroom, we spend a lot of time explicitly teaching testing strategies, like eliminating answers. #miched
  • JustinFish24 Apr 12 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1 different types of testing strategies #miched
  • MsCardeccia Apr 12 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    The idea of reflection is key! #miched
    In reply to @ChristineMBolen
  • tmaynard5 Apr 12 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Hello #miched Tara, checking in from Zeeland tonight. 8th math teacher. In & out - kids and mom is in town! :)
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1: Teach them to never leave anything blank. It becomes a #mindset. #miched
  • ms_g_kalugar Apr 12 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    That sure would have helped me! #miched
    In reply to @mr_lentine
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Big time strategy. Teach Ss something they can use beyond the test #miched
    In reply to @BMacherEDU
  • tmaynard5 Apr 12 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1: Test taking strategies, learn ways to rule out MC answers or different parts of answer choices, find important info. in problem #miched
  • mr_lentine Apr 12 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Yeah me too! #miched
    In reply to @ms_g_kalugar
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Test anxiety and relevance (to them) is a huge obstacle. #miched
    In reply to @MrStricklin
  • GGlass19 Apr 12 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    @SHUedtech I agree completely. Everyone learns better when they see the practicality. #miched
  • MrDomagalski Apr 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Join #MEMSPAchat - TOMORROW at 8pm. "Being that Transformational Leader" #miched #COLchat #mschat #g2great #admin2be #edtherapy #edchat
  • AssignmentHelpN Apr 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    #FLedchat #Gwinchat #innovateNJ #LDCchat #miched #ncadmin #edubkcl A Beginner’s Guide on How to Make Mind Maps https://t.co/HMbTauQCs5
  • erin_gilmore Apr 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Hey #MichEd Erin from Adrian checking in late. 11th grade Eng teacher in a coma from testing the last 2 days😀
  • massignmenthelp Apr 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    #FLedchat #Gwinchat #innovateNJ #LDCchat #miched #ncadmin #suptchat 15 Websites to Increase Productivity https://t.co/t6CXdTeYbl
  • CoutureTeaching Apr 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A1 knowing what helps calm test anxiety and making sure students are prepared always seemed to be a priority for my teachers #miched
  • EmilyLoar Apr 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A1: Teach students in ways that make recall fun. Strategies like games (jeopardy) are good ways to promote confidence in answering. #miched
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Q2 on its way. #miched
  • ms_g_kalugar Apr 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Practice makes perfect! It is easier to do well on a test when they are familiar with the format and the timed aspect #miched
  • smurchies Apr 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    For HS Ss, "what does this section look like" and "what is it for?" Ss want to know how and why. #MichED
    In reply to @SHUedtech, @MrStricklin
  • conrad_chris Apr 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A1: For test prep, focus on how you can use the math answers given to get a solution w/no work. #miched
    In reply to @tmaynard5
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Q2: what are some things I can do to prepare myself as the test Proctor? #miched
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Amen to that. Getting a lot of prep work done though! #miched
    In reply to @erin_gilmore
  • ametz05 Apr 12 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A1) Also, explain to the students the importance of the tests, and why it is so crucial that we prepare as both teacher and student #miched
  • GGlass19 Apr 12 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: Know your stuff, and know how to prepare the students. #MichEd
  • smurchies Apr 12 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Right there with you. 11th ELA here, too. #MichED
    In reply to @erin_gilmore
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Just be sure to keep it fun, or test fatigue will set in. #miched
    In reply to @ms_g_kalugar
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    What about in regards to the M-Step? #miched
    In reply to @GGlass19
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Q2: #miched
    • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT
      Q2: what are some things I can do to prepare myself as the test Proctor? #miched
  • ms_g_kalugar Apr 12 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Absolutely! #MichEd
    In reply to @SHUedtech
  • tmaynard5 Apr 12 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: Read the part of the manual that is for my subject area. Know what Ss can & can't have/use. #miched
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: READ YOUR BOOKLET 24 HOURS OUT! Then, highlight and underline major instructions. #miched
  • Daniell622 Apr 12 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2)To prepare myself for the test I will analyze the test and take it then study the material and work with my students on it #miched
  • MsEmilyRoberts Apr 12 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Know the basics of the tests and what questions the students may ask #miched
  • mr_lentine Apr 12 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    It always helps to just practice reading different materials out loud to make sure you're speaking clearly and at a good volume #miched
  • CoutureTeaching Apr 12 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    I really like that analogy! Might use this in the future! #miched
    In reply to @AnnSmart17
  • karlyb Apr 12 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Side note: Erin, your question gifs are hilarious! #miched
    In reply to @ErinMastin
  • smurchies Apr 12 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Q2: Know in advance that things are NOT going to go perfectly. Today? 27 students, 24 booklets. Tomorrow? M-Step on Chromebooks. :/ #MichEd
  • conrad_chris Apr 12 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Struggle w/ the importance of the tests... #miched
    In reply to @ametz05
  • dsuiter29 Apr 12 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2) Prepare yourself ahead of time and know the content #miched #TED350
  • missefultz_edu Apr 12 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Getting a good nights sleep and a good breakfast. This way I am calm and students don't feed off my anxiety. #MichEd
  • MsEmilyRoberts Apr 12 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2) Know the basics of the tests and how to answer any questions students may have #miched
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Thanks! I’m more nervous to give the test than I was to take the test all those years ago. #miched
    In reply to @SHUedtech
  • MrStricklin Apr 12 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2-I personally have test anxiety for my ss so I will continue telling myself my students are ready &hope confidence is contagious #miched
  • mr_lentine Apr 12 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2) It always helps to just practice reading different materials out loud to make sure you're speaking clearly and at a good volume #miched
  • maggiesjones Apr 12 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Question for teachers who have proctored the online M-step: Do you know what kind of material will be on the test? #miched
  • MsRFernandezEDU Apr 12 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: For all students, see what their concerns are for the test. We can only cater to our students if we know what they need. #MichEd
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: Wear comfy shoes and practice sitting I complete silence. Torture me. #miched
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Haha, very true my friend. #miched
    In reply to @MrStricklin
  • JustinFish24 Apr 12 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2 know the material very well before hand, allow yourself to be a token to the students as much as possible #miched
  • tmaynard5 Apr 12 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: Prepare yourself to know specialty pieces for your content (calculator and graphing tool for math) Need to practice w/ Ss too. #miched
  • ms_g_kalugar Apr 12 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: Preparation is key! Be sure to give yourself enough time to look over the test and be as familiar as possible with the content #miched
  • MsAmandaBarry Apr 12 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2) Be prepared and knowing the basics of the subject area. #MichEd
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Thanks! I was trying to think of a way to make talking about testing fun. :-) #miched
    In reply to @karlyb
  • erin_gilmore Apr 12 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2: be prepared to keep your cool. When you get flustered about mishaps students follow suit #MichEd
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    I always arrive at least 40 min early, make a pot of coffee, and write the schedule on the board. #MichEd
    In reply to @ErinMastin
  • big_A_17 Apr 12 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2: make sure you are quite comfortable with all the material so that you are able to answer any questions & sleep well the nightb4 #miched
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Q3: up next #miched
  • conrad_chris Apr 12 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    #miched A2: Know the script. Know the timing. Stay calm (for the Ss sake) but most importantly...
  • ametz05 Apr 12 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2) Be overally prepared & have a lot of knowledge about the test. Prepare for the worst that could happen on test day. #miched
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Great idea! Students can see though the presentation. Confidence is key #miched
    In reply to @missefultz_edu
  • CoutureTeaching Apr 12 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2 get to know what you are doing yourself! Ss can tell if you aren't really prepared or aren't passionate! #miched
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    And what questions you are allowed to answer. #miched
    In reply to @MsEmilyRoberts
  • MsRFernandezEDU Apr 12 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2: What would have been most important for me, would have been not putting the success of the school on the student's scores. #MichEd
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    I hate that! You will know everyone in the room who has a cold in the first two minutes. #miched
    In reply to @AnnSmart17
  • Daniell622 Apr 12 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Depends on which test we may take. I'm pretty sure there are all kinds of materials out there for us to use we just have to look #miched
    In reply to @missefultz_edu
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Q3: In the week or two before the M step what test prep should students be doing? Share a favorite resource or lesson. #miched
  • erin_gilmore Apr 12 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    and practice your slow, creepy walk through rows of focused, testing Ss w/out disturbing them😂 #miched
    In reply to @AnnSmart17
  • mr_lentine Apr 12 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3) In my experience, we always would take a few pretests to practice the format of the tests as well as the content #miched
  • smurchies Apr 12 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Oh dear. I cannot be passionate about testing. Unless it's passionately against. :( #MichED
    In reply to @CoutureTeaching
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    YES! So have kleenex, extra sharp pencils, and hopefully your desk are not squeaky. That was a horrible year. #miched
    • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:22 PM EDT
      I hate that! You will know everyone in the room who has a cold in the first two minutes. #miched
      In reply to @AnnSmart17
  • BMacherEDU Apr 12 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A2. The responsibility to remind students that test scores don't define who they are as human beings this may help with test anxiety #miched
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    RECOMMENDATION: have a close working relationship with your guidance counselor and meet with them if not confident. #miched
  • missefultz_edu Apr 12 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    What types of materials do you use? Are there any you would recommend? #miched
    In reply to @Daniell622
  • smurchies Apr 12 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Stretch out beforehand. I realized today that both ankles click. With. Every. Step. #MichEd
    In reply to @erin_gilmore, @AnnSmart17
  • conrad_chris Apr 12 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A2: To calm Ss b4 tst, I tell Ss I'm not worried abt the school's success. I want Ss to go & do their best. That's enought 4 me. #miched
    In reply to @MsRFernandezEDU
  • JustinFish24 Apr 12 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3 find the test format or use test formats from previous tests and use them as examples a couple weeks before the test #TED108 #miched
  • GGlass19 Apr 12 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A3: Practice makes perfect. I remember pretests with a similar format, as @mr_lentine said. i like the reviews that are fun, too #MichEd
  • MsEmilyRoberts Apr 12 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    This is really important because knowing this, students may do better on tests! #miched
    In reply to @BMacherEDU
  • MsRFernandezEDU Apr 12 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    If time is available, try to get kids to practice "testing" for a certain period of time so they know rules and what to expect. #MichEd
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Q3 is a great one. How can we make it fun? #miched
    • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:22 PM EDT
      Q3: In the week or two before the M step what test prep should students be doing? Share a favorite resource or lesson. #miched
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A3: Boot camp! A prep tournament called "May Madness: the Road to the M-STEP". We go hard! You have to make it fun! #miched
  • big_A_17 Apr 12 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Use an old test format, break it up into sections and spend a little time on each section #TED350 #miched
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    What would you do to make that different for your classroom? #MichEd
    In reply to @mr_lentine
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: @breakoutEDU using test prep strategies is a great resource. #miched
  • Daniell622 Apr 12 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3) Students should be getting familiar with how much time they will have on each section&given pretest to continue their studies #miched
  • delta_dc Apr 12 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    From the archives: https://t.co/WebUWpVp1L #miched
    • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:22 PM EDT
      Q3: In the week or two before the M step what test prep should students be doing? Share a favorite resource or lesson. #miched
  • CoutureTeaching Apr 12 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A2When I say passionate I mean about their learning!Sorry for the confusion!I am personally not a fan of standardized testing either #miched
    In reply to @smurchies
  • ametz05 Apr 12 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3) Use tests from the past that are the same format, and work through them with students close to the test date. #miched
  • jertuller Apr 12 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Jeremy from Waverly HS in Lansing A3) Make sure your HS kids have practice with those SAT decimal and fraction bubble answer sheets #miched
  • MsCardeccia Apr 12 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: Actual test format should be practiced. I also think fun reviews should be done so Ss do not get burned out with the test format #miched
  • big_A_17 Apr 12 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3: Use an old test format, break it up into sections and spend a little time on each section #TED350 #miched
  • MsAmandaBarry Apr 12 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3) I personally love games. So making anything into a game will keep your students involved. #miched
  • dsuiter29 Apr 12 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3) Quizlit is a great technology tool for students to prepare for assessments #miched #TED350 @MichelleK929
  • EmilyLoar Apr 12 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3: For younger students, sitting still and being quiet is going to be a challenge. Practice makes perfect! #miched
  • MrStricklin Apr 12 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Practice practice practice. Take pretests as close to the real ones as possible, show the students THAT IT ISNT THAT BAD!Confidence🔑 #miched
  • BMacherEDU Apr 12 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3. As @mr_lentine & @GGlass19 said, pretests tend to be the "answer" my teachers would tweak it & make a "Jeopardy" board for "fun" #miched
  • BillBoyle24 Apr 12 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    The biggest loss in education is the loss of teachers’ voices | https://t.co/rklx8Ir7tA via @mrobmsu #miched #resist
  • Allison24088688 Apr 12 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3) Preparing for tests using formatting similar to the test allows students to be more comfortable with the test material #miched
  • tmaynard5 Apr 12 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3: Today (test is next wk) we used the online graphing practice to review content from Jan - Feb. for our mathstarter. #miched
  • smurchies Apr 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    YEP! I teach 11th. I tell them, "none of us wants to be here. We have to be by law. Let's rock this thing. Also, go vote next year." #MichEd
    In reply to @conrad_chris, @CoutureTeaching
  • mr_lentine Apr 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Competition always makes students want to do better! #miched
    In reply to @SHUedtech
  • conrad_chris Apr 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3) Kahn (for SAT). Old tests. Fun? find the challenge Q and explore diff solution paths. #miched
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: @nearpod is a great resource for prepping student to take online test. #miched
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: we use this prep for AP/SSO/USHB too. I split my Ss into teams and have a tournament. Winners get pizza! #miched
  • EmilyLoar Apr 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: Practice using test rules in your classroom more and more as testing comes closer. I'm will be less of a challenge in the end! #miched
  • S_Suminski10 Apr 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A1 constant group and practice makes them prepared @MichelleK929 #miched
  • BMacherEDU Apr 12 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    You can bring a horse to water but you can't make it drink. Sometimes you need to find what makes it important to them. #miched
    In reply to @missefultz_edu
  • ms_g_kalugar Apr 12 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3: Use a test that resembles the format but don't overwhelm them. Work thru different parts over a period of time well in advance #miched
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Quizizz and Kahoot can make it fun too. #miched
    In reply to @dsuiter29, @MichelleK929
  • missefultz_edu Apr 12 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3: There are practice tests available right? If yes, then...practice, practice, practice! #MichEd
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    My 3rd gr Ss have never taken it, yet they already know about it & fear it. Word travels fast. It really isn’t that bad! #miched
    In reply to @MrStricklin
  • CoutureTeaching Apr 12 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3 as @SHUedtech said my school did a boot camp that addressed material and timing.it was very helpful for the students! #miched
  • conrad_chris Apr 12 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    I go with, if you take it honestly we can find out if there are things you don't know. We can always learn and grow and do better. #miched
    In reply to @smurchies, @CoutureTeaching
  • OUSEHS Apr 12 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    4 Teaching Moves That Promote Growth Mindset in Readers @MindShiftKQED https://t.co/usbKFl5zkO #mindset #reading #miched
  • LCILtd Apr 12 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3: This on using test prep to support thinking and metacognition may be useful #miched https://t.co/Lz4XOvZlZw
  • Allison24088688 Apr 12 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    I agree with this. Sometimes Ss need to learn the information in a way that is more creative or individualized compared to the test #miched
    In reply to @BMacherEDU, @missefultz_edu
  • S_Suminski10 Apr 12 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A2 lots and lots of coffee @MichelleK929 #TED350 #michED
  • CoutureTeaching Apr 12 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    My favorite teachers always said the same thing. In the future I see myself taking a similar approach #miched
    In reply to @conrad_chris, @smurchies
  • MsRFernandezEDU Apr 12 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Anything boring in school is definitely going to get exaggerated! Have a mock test day and see what they think for themselves!! #MichEd
    In reply to @ErinMastin, @MrStricklin
  • conrad_chris Apr 12 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    My 9th, 10th and 11th graders are tired of taking these test. It's their 7th, 8th, and 9th year in a row of these tests!!! #miched
    In reply to @ErinMastin, @MrStricklin
  • SparkyTeaching Apr 12 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Anyone for some free classroom door hangers? Help yourselves! https://t.co/jeHt6ielqB #mespachat #fledchat #miched #xplap
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    My kids love Kahoot! Great way to get them ready for tests. Love the pressure it puts on them. #miched
    In reply to @SHUedtech, @dsuiter29, @MichelleK929
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    We used to have shirts made too! #miched
    In reply to @CoutureTeaching
  • MsEmilyRoberts Apr 12 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    I wish my school had done something like this. We just spent a lot of time reading! #miched
    In reply to @CoutureTeaching, @SHUedtech
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Isn’t that the truth! #miched
    In reply to @MsRFernandezEDU, @MrStricklin
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    I agree completely, unfortunately the test exists, and for now it ties into your evaluation. 😩 #miched
    In reply to @Allison24088688, @BMacherEDU, @missefultz_edu
  • BMacherEDU Apr 12 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    What about those who don't like the conflict of competition? #introverts #miched
    In reply to @mr_lentine, @SHUedtech
  • CoutureTeaching Apr 12 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    I know if they didn't I wouldn't have done as well as I did on the ACT! You can start one when you teach! #miched
    In reply to @MsEmilyRoberts, @SHUedtech
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    I can only imagine! Ugh! #miched
    In reply to @conrad_chris, @MrStricklin
  • S_Suminski10 Apr 12 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A3 try to figure out material that could be on there and do lot of practice work on that material @MichelleK929 #ted350 #miched
  • CoutureTeaching Apr 12 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    I still have mine! #miched
    In reply to @SHUedtech
  • ms_g_kalugar Apr 12 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    My high school teachers really did nothing to prepare us for these tests except the ACT. I cannot figure out why. #miched
  • conrad_chris Apr 12 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Our school has Junior Seminar. 1 part test prep/ 1 part job search/ 1 part resume building #miched
    In reply to @MsEmilyRoberts, @CoutureTeaching, @SHUedtech
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Have you used Quizizz? Same idea but it individualizes it like the test. #miched
    In reply to @ErinMastin, @dsuiter29, @MichelleK929
  • MsEmilyRoberts Apr 12 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Yea! I think the more preparation the better! #miched
    In reply to @CoutureTeaching, @SHUedtech
  • mr_lentine Apr 12 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Putting them in teams helps with that so they're not singled out #miched
    In reply to @BMacherEDU, @SHUedtech
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Q4: How do you help those students with test anxiety? #miched
  • smurchies Apr 12 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    We do the same. 10 weeks test prep, 8 weeks goal setting. #MichEd
    In reply to @conrad_chris, @MsEmilyRoberts, @CoutureTeaching, @SHUedtech
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    That is too bad, but this is a spark you will bring to your room and district! #miched
    In reply to @ms_g_kalugar
  • ametz05 Apr 12 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A3) My senior year, we did a pep rally for the elem. students prior to them taking the m-step to get them "excited" for the test #miched
  • GGlass19 Apr 12 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A4: Make them feel as prepared as possible. I've never been nervous for a test I've felt well prepared for. #miched
  • MsCardeccia Apr 12 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A4: This may not work for all Ss, but I know for me, if I took a couple deep breaths before I started the test, I was more relaxed #miched
  • MsEmilyRoberts Apr 12 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    That's awesome and really important for students! So many don't know how to do a resume! #miched
    In reply to @conrad_chris, @CoutureTeaching, @SHUedtech
  • MsRFernandezEDU Apr 12 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A4: As a student with test anxiety, the environment and prep is SO important to the way a student performs. #MichEd
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A4: During the breaks have some fun with them. #miched
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    That is an awesome idea! I’m totally taking that idea to my P. Thanks! #MichEd
    In reply to @ametz05
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A4: I give a "You are not a number, this is just paper/comp" speech. I also let them know that I struggle with test anx at times too #miched
  • S_Suminski10 Apr 12 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A4 i had a teacher in high school play soft music during our tests and it did seem to help. #miched #ted350 @MichelleK929
  • MsCardeccia Apr 12 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    This is such a neat idea!! #miched
    In reply to @ametz05
  • CoutureTeaching Apr 12 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A4 something that works for some ss is having candy available for them to eat while testing.. it always seemed to help me #miched
  • BMacherEDU Apr 12 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A4. Speaking from my own experience, reminding them that this test isn't going to make or break the rest of their lives. #miched
  • MrStricklin Apr 12 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A4-I feel the only way to get over the anxiety is to master the skill. That comes through practice and exposure to gain familiarity. #miched
  • MsRFernandezEDU Apr 12 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A4: I think that young students might benefit from something fun like brain gym before testing, it is familiar and gets blood moving #MichEd
  • JustinFish24 Apr 12 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4 test repetition, something enjoyable before hand to relax their minds #TED108 #miched
  • Daniell622 Apr 12 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4)To help students with test anxiety they should take deep breaths and go with your gut feeling that's what I was always told #miched
  • mr_lentine Apr 12 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4) Its important to give students different students test taking strategies to calm them down while testing #miched
  • Allison24088688 Apr 12 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4) The best way to help Ss with anxiety is to help them be very familiar with every aspect of the test, ie format, location... #miched
  • big_A_17 Apr 12 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4: have different options to take the test, verbal, multiple choice, short answer etc. or combine them to make all feel comfortable #miched
  • Miss_Coatsworth Apr 12 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    More Q4: Making sure they're ready for the test and that they know the material. Also offering encouragement leading up to the test. #miched
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Like have a GIF-off! Or speak only in GIFs ;-) #MichEd
    In reply to @AnnSmart17
  • Miss_Coatsworth Apr 12 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4: Making sure they're ready for the test and that they know the material. Also offering encouragement leading up to the test. #miched
  • missefultz_edu Apr 12 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4: Make students stand up for one minute. If possible break the test up into smaller pieces. #MichEd
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Love doing this for tests, unfortunately for the standardized giants you can't, cue total silence 👎🏻👎🏻 #miched
    In reply to @S_Suminski10, @MichelleK929
  • dsuiter29 Apr 12 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4) Make students feel confident and prepared! Remind them that a good night of sleep and breakfast is beneficial as well #miched
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4: During the test make eye contact with them and let them know you are silently cheering them on. #miched
  • conrad_chris Apr 12 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    I don't want to spend too much time "test prepping" and learning those skills. Focus on learning for understanding. #miched
    In reply to @SHUedtech, @ms_g_kalugar
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4 cont: I also offer peppermints before the test, naturally calms students. #miched
  • Miss_Coatsworth Apr 12 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A3: First practice more fun and interactive games to refresh their overall memory, and then have them take some short practice tests #miched
  • MsAmandaBarry Apr 12 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4) Making them as prepared as possible and again making it fun for them #MichEd
  • EmilyLoar Apr 12 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4: Teach them coping mechanisms throughout the year so it is a habit! #miched
  • ms_g_kalugar Apr 12 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4: Because these tests are so structured, try & lighten the mood. Some of my teachers gave candy while we tested. Also, practice! #miched
  • MsCardeccia Apr 12 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    I saw you tweeted about geogebra and desmos. Do you use these regularly? Are they good for students to use and comprehend material? #miched
    In reply to @conrad_chris, @geogebra, @Desmos
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4: If you have prepared them, remind them that they know what they are doing, they have practiced. #miched
  • BMacherEDU Apr 12 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A4. My teachers also would give us little notes of encouragement on sticky notes (e.g. "You've got this!" or "¡Sí, se puede!") #miched
  • Allison24088688 Apr 12 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Actually, according to studies, this doesn't help or hinder Ss.However, studying w/music then hearing it again during the test helps #miched
    In reply to @S_Suminski10, @MichelleK929
  • smurchies Apr 12 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A4: I tell Ss: "a number doesn't define you. This is just one number. Your GPA is another. So are sports, Clubs, jobs, service. #MichEd
  • horsearms Apr 12 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A4: As much as we can, we try to let students take breaks to breathe, get water, or even just take a walk. It helps them calm down! #miched
  • ametz05 Apr 12 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A4) Always remind each student that they are more than a test score & continue to teach for the love of learning rather than a score #miched
  • ms_g_kalugar Apr 12 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    I agree, I think it is important to find a happy medium between too much prep, and no prep! #MichEd
    In reply to @conrad_chris, @SHUedtech
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A4: I use to teach them to visualize strategies we learned or posters from the room that aided them in test prep. #miched
  • MsEmilyRoberts Apr 12 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A4) show confience in all Ss, remind them that they can do this! #miched
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Good call, but if someone did that to me as they gif shows I would lose trust in the teacher lol. #miched
    In reply to @AnnSmart17
  • conrad_chris Apr 12 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A4: #miched Prior to test day, I work with Ss to give themselves self affirmations. Something to say to pick back up.
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Or crack up laughing during the test. #miched
    In reply to @SHUedtech
  • ms_g_kalugar Apr 12 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Good meme, lol! #MichEd
    In reply to @SHUedtech, @AnnSmart17
  • MsBasgall Apr 12 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A1: With this being my first year with juniors, I've learned that I need to blend SAT content & practice throughout the entire year. #miched
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Well said, Chris. Assessment will exist moving forward, but will not define learning. #miched
    In reply to @conrad_chris, @ms_g_kalugar
  • hs_math_phys Apr 12 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    #MichED... just got in. How's it been going? What did I miss?
  • erin_gilmore Apr 12 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A4: have a little fun and a reassuring smile when Ss look up stressed. It's amazing how many deep breaths and smiles I got back! #MichEd
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    You know I love using dank memes in my lessons. #miched
    In reply to @ms_g_kalugar, @AnnSmart17
  • conrad_chris Apr 12 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    There are tricks to test taking, to be sure, but Ss often learn tricks wrong. Life isn't Multiple Choice, so that isn't my focus. #MichED
    In reply to @SHUedtech, @ms_g_kalugar
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Breakfast #miched
    In reply to @hs_math_phys
  • Allison24088688 Apr 12 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    A4) As a music ed candidate, I can 100% say practicing testing and giving lots of positive reinforcement can really help! #miched
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Amen to that. I always tell my students "you can guess through MC, but you cannot hide in writing" #MichED
    In reply to @conrad_chris, @ms_g_kalugar
  • erin_gilmore Apr 12 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    A4: have Ss choose a "pump-up" song to listen to pre-test and boost energy and confidence. My juniors just rocked theirs for the SAT #MichEd
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Ss have to know that the teacher is rallying for them in the crowd. Well said. #MichED
    In reply to @Allison24088688
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Q5: What are some fun activities that you do with students to give them a break? #miched
  • GGlass19 Apr 12 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A4: Talking to @Allison24088688 about how as a Music Educator, practicing/testing in front of peers really helps. #MichEd
  • ms_g_kalugar Apr 12 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Might use that one Mr. George! Great points. #miched
    In reply to @SHUedtech, @conrad_chris
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5: Dance...duh. #miched
  • MsCardeccia Apr 12 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Completely agree! #miched
    In reply to @AnnSmart17
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Any links? I’d love to have a few things ready to go. #miched
    In reply to @AnnSmart17
  • smurchies Apr 12 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5: Today I tried to get them to do the wave in between sections, but they just rolled their eyes. Is an eyeroll wave a thing? #MichEd
  • Miss_Coatsworth Apr 12 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Q5: All of the students I've worked with love GoNoodle dance videos! Great brain breaks!! #miched
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5: have random discussions that'll make them laugh: What is your favorite shade of yellow? What is your favorite color in a geode? #miched
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5: Human roller coaster. #miched
  • BMacherEDU Apr 12 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5. The students I've worked w/ this year love https://t.co/toK6SEKK1C (especially yoga) and "Just Dance" videos on YouTube. #miched
  • hs_math_phys Apr 12 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Is there some sort of a "gif" requirement for tonight's chat? #miched
  • MsRFernandezEDU Apr 12 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5: Let students do something not test related, and allow them time to think about something other than a test #MichEd
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    Here for you all! #miched #shuedtech
    In reply to @ms_g_kalugar, @conrad_chris
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    Yes. You missed that discussion at breakfast. #miched
    In reply to @hs_math_phys
  • MsRFernandezEDU Apr 12 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5: When teachers did a mid-test brain break with "educational games" #MichEd
  • missefultz_edu Apr 12 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    Heads up 7 up is an oldie but a goodie. I still see it used in school. #MichEd #edtech
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    When talking about testing/M-Step…yes, yes there is. :-) #miched
    In reply to @hs_math_phys
  • Allison24088688 Apr 12 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    When I observed I saw this used in a special education class and it was definitely fun for the students. Good call! #miched
    In reply to @BMacherEDU
  • CoutureTeaching Apr 12 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5 use the given test prep as warm ups all year! My math teacher did this and some of the questions were exactly the same on the ACT #miched
  • JustinFish24 Apr 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    Whatever happened to Heads Up 7 Up? #TED108 #bringitback #miched
  • MsCardeccia Apr 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A5: Have some jokes ready that will make them laugh and forget about the stress they have from the test. #miched
  • MrStricklin Apr 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A5-Dancedancedance show them your silly side! Get them out of the nervous frame of mind in order to ease those nerves! #miched
  • Daniell622 Apr 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A5) I would play gonoodle for younger students and for older students I would play 7up or let students take 5 min of their own #miched
  • MrShindorf Apr 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A1-Indirectly give students ways of studying and time to practice these study habits.They can do this by directly studying questions.#miched
  • mbridgewater3 Apr 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    Chiming in super late, I was on a walk with my dog and forgot about the chat!! Lol :) #miched
  • DreaMcCoy Apr 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    The biggest loss in edu is the loss of teachers’ voices https://t.co/IsuXZFIIcs… via @Eclectablog @mrobmsu @vamboozled_ #TBATs #MichED
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    I picked up on it while eating me pre-PSAT muffin. Come on! #miched
    In reply to @AnnSmart17, @hs_math_phys
  • big_A_17 Apr 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A5: heads up 7-up or simon says. old ones but still fun for students #TED350 #miched
  • mr_lentine Apr 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A5) Have the students get up and tell 3 different students 3 different fun facts about themselves #miched
  • MsEmilyRoberts Apr 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A5) Definitely dance breaks! #miched
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    I just cue up a few songs on my iTunes. Everybody Dance Now would be on there for sure:) #miched
    In reply to @ErinMastin
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    And 4 corners! #miched
    In reply to @missefultz_edu
  • EmilyLoar Apr 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A5: Give kids choice in what they do and bring them back together for testing as a group with some sort of kinesthetic activity! #MichEd
  • BMacherEDU Apr 12 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A5. We also got to do some "Hardcore Parkour" when I was in high school. One of my favorite memories. #miched
  • DreaMcCoy Apr 12 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    The biggest loss in edu is the loss of teachers’ voices https://t.co/IsuXZFIIcs… @Eclectablog @mrobmsu @vamboozled_ #TBATs #MichED #OptOut
  • mbridgewater3 Apr 12 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A4: I like to give my kids riddles and brain teasers... they love having a break from the reg curriculum but it keep them thinking! #miched
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Welcome to the gif game! #miched
    In reply to @MsRFernandezEDU
  • MrShindorf Apr 12 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A2-I could read over the types of questions and do my own studying to help prepare my students better and to help me for next year. #miched
  • ms_g_kalugar Apr 12 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A5: Play funny youtube videos to lighten the mood, everyone loves to laugh! #MichEd
  • MsAmandaBarry Apr 12 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A5) Gonoodle is awesome along with snacks they will be happy. #miched
  • mbridgewater3 Apr 12 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A4b: we also always have a second recess to get them outside when it's nice out! ☀️ #miched
  • ametz05 Apr 12 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A5) I love the Just Dance videos you can pull up on YouTube and have students do! #miched
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Wait until the last #miched chat when I am in charge. LOL!
    In reply to @SHUedtech, @MsRFernandezEDU
  • Miss_Spagnoli Apr 12 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A5: Give them fresh air and roam around outside! #miched
  • hopkinsviolin Apr 12 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A5: I believe the best activity that I have accomplished with students was the helium hoola-hoop for team building #miched
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    YES! Fresh AIR! #miched
    • mbridgewater3 Apr 12 @ 8:51 PM EDT
      A4b: we also always have a second recess to get them outside when it's nice out! ☀️ #miched
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Q5: do you or your school have any incentive programs to encourage students to do their best? #miched
  • MrShindorf Apr 12 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A3-1 thing I always like to share is eliminating answers that are incorrect. Have students narrow down answers per question. #miched
  • ametz05 Apr 12 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    yes! snacks are always a plus for any age! #miched
    In reply to @MsAmandaBarry
  • mbridgewater3 Apr 12 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A5: I like to give the kids brain teasers and riddles.. kids love them and it gives them a break from reg curriculum while thinking! #miched
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Q6: do you or your school have any incentive programs to encourage students to do their best? #miched
  • csteenst Apr 12 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Q5: My son's K class does Cosmic Yoga. It is pretty sweet: https://t.co/9AArhRunrx #MichED
  • S_Suminski10 Apr 12 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A5 weather permitting, taking 5-10 minutes to go outside and just breath the fresh air. that always seems to relax kids. #ted350 #miched
  • smurchies Apr 12 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    A5: HS Incentive: If Ss get a proficient score on M-Step, they are exempt from 2nd semester senior exams next year. #MichEd
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    I would have needed dodge ball, but yoga is cool. #miched
  • MsRFernandezEDU Apr 12 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    A6: When I was in school, our teacher would give us an "end of testing" party that included pizza or ice cream sundaes #MichEd
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    A5: Maintain our SS county rank, pride in yourself. I always tell my Ss to make sure the score is something you want to show grandma #miched
  • mr_lentine Apr 12 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Students always love food incentives! #miched
  • csteenst Apr 12 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    If it's not a thing, it should be. That would make them laugh for sure. Maybe show classic eye rolls like Breakfast Club. #Miched
    In reply to @smurchies
  • MrShindorf Apr 12 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A5-I give them a rundown of highlights of world/local news presented in a slide show, and show students motivational videos #miched
  • ejuc8or Apr 12 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    When I was a school leader, I used Principles 2 and 7 to move Ss toward their best selves. #miched
    In reply to @ErinMastin
  • ametz05 Apr 12 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A6) With incentive programs, what are some good ways to teach students to do well, solely for the intrinsic reward? #miched
  • mbridgewater3 Apr 12 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A5: we use @TheLeaderinMe & in my class when kids do good things they get tix! When they fill a bucket we get a day of no learning😊 #miched
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    🙋🏻Need an #EduGladiators fix on break? Join LIVE w/@KealakeheInter & @mathieu_w 🖥https://t.co/Yu9T5M4FWQ #FLedChat #PCeduchat #miched
  • hopkinsviolin Apr 12 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A5: I am kind of against giving out physical rewards for achievement. Instead we should present our hard work! #miched
  • BMacherEDU Apr 12 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A6a. my teacher wouldn't make us do any work afterword because we'd all be fried... Not exactly the best practice. #miched
  • natmak1118 Apr 12 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    @csteenst Cosmic Yoga?! That sounds awesome!!!!#MichEd #edu807
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A5: @erin_gilmore do they still do the ice cream/assembly party? #miched
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Big SAT/AP strategy, get rid of the most incorrect first! #MichEd
    In reply to @MrShindorf
  • conrad_chris Apr 12 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A6: #miched I don't think we do as a school, but I try to keep it positive and focusing on how to improve the next time. I keep it light.
  • MrStricklin Apr 12 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A6-Pizza to conclude testing is ALWAYS a great idea, but my favorite one I've seen is giving certain scores exemption from exams #miched
  • ms_g_kalugar Apr 12 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A6: I feel my school did the opposite. Once we heard it wouldn't affect our grades directly, it became irrelevant to us #MichEd
  • EmilyLoar Apr 12 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A6: If we had time as kids, we would take a day to unwind and reset after testing. Our teachers would usually do this together! #MichEd
  • natmak1118 Apr 12 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A6.) we used to give away bikes, but that was a whole ago. #MichEd
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    My WHAP Ss are having their grilled cheese party tomorrow! #MichEd
    In reply to @MsRFernandezEDU
  • Daniell622 Apr 12 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A6)In elementary&middle school my teachers would have end of the year parties for students who were outstanding throughout the year #miched
  • Miss_Spagnoli Apr 12 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A6: If students score high on reading tests, they are randomly selected to win a bike! #miched
  • BMacherEDU Apr 12 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A6b. In high school some teachers would give out smarties for students that improved on their NWEA tests. #miched
  • missefultz_edu Apr 12 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    I observed a teacher who gave students a mint but they had to say an oath. The Ss made up an oath about trying hard. #MichEd
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Maybe introduce a nice PBL that Ss could ease into instead. #miched
    In reply to @BMacherEDU
  • big_A_17 Apr 12 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A6: setting a score where that if students achieve it they can opt out of final exam is a great idea #TED350 #miched
  • conrad_chris Apr 12 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    The extrinsic reward I focus on is the possibility of scholarship $, getting the school you want. Intrinsic is always do your best. #miched
    In reply to @ametz05
  • mathhombre Apr 12 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    #miched hope it's going great tonight. Love the book Put Thinking to the Test for constructive test prep pedagogy. https://t.co/CSsoMpiPqS
  • AnnSmart17 Apr 12 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A6: Best idea I heard was a nacho bar for the Ts at lunch. It was themed "Nacho Fault Its Testing Week”. Ts need the boost also. #miched
  • MsCardeccia Apr 12 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A6: food will work great no matter the age #miched
  • Miss_Coatsworth Apr 12 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A6: In elementary school, we were presented certificates at a school wide assembly for the areas we were proficient in #miched
  • MsRFernandezEDU Apr 12 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A6: Could be nice for students to choose too. Nothing better than having some say in what goes on at school! #MichEd
  • ErinMastin Apr 12 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Thanks! I’ll check that out. #miched
    In reply to @mathhombre
  • SHUedtech Apr 12 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    THAT is the fight you have with the PSAT and M-STEP at the high school level. #miched
    In reply to @ms_g_kalugar
  • dsuiter29 Apr 12 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    A5) Reward students by giving them verbal praise or a small snack! #miched #TED350