#scitlap Archive


Wednesday October 11, 2017
9:00 PM EDT

  • participatechat Oct 11 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #scitlap by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/LgOn6vAt6I
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Welcome! Introduce yourself and share one of the basics that your classroom couldn’t do without.. #scitlap
  • AssignmentHelpN Oct 11 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms https://t.co/N8NF3byMeG #ptchat #scitlap #shelfietalk
  • daleyscience - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hi crew, I'm Kristin - 7th grade science from MA. Favorite basic? My LCD projector. #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Great to see you. I am right there with you! I nearly break out in hives when my technology goes down. #scitlap
    In reply to @daleyscience
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Q1.Classroom Procedures -- What is something you do regularly in you’re class and how do you add a spark for your Ss? #scitlap
  • EduGladiators Oct 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    ⚖️ Saturday @ColinESeale tips the scale of critical thinking using law-based strategies! #EduGladiators #BMoreEdChat #OhEdchat #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    I probably spend too much time on my slides, but my Ss seem to like them. Sometimes I hide things in for Ss to look for. #scitlap
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 11 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Hey #SciTLAP family! I made it! Stella from KY here. Happy to join in.
  • daleyscience - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    I seem to be having trouble seeing tweets tonight. #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Yeah! Thanks for joining us! It seems to be a pretty small crew, so we can learn more from each other. #scitlap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard
  • Partain_Science - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Meggan from Texas! I couldn't live w/o my call cards & my table numbers. #scitlap
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 11 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Easter egg!!! #scitlap
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Q2. You are starting a new unit. What is your top engagement hooks? How do you get the Ls to buy that ticket? #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    I am still working with these. What do they contain and where do you like to hide them? #scitlap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1: I make videos for my students to ‘hook’ them into the lesson. Tomorrow, I have a video to introduce them to roller coasters. #scitlap
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    I make “invisible” links inside of Google Docs. I don’t tell the kids they’re there. If they find &do it, they get a badge. #SciTLAP
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • Partain_Science - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Our history team makes fanastic use of memes as an introduction/engage for some tough topics. #scitlap @MsHallschool
    In reply to @PerkyScience, @Stella_Pollard, @MsHallschool
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Love call cards! My Ls make them the first week and I use them through the year. I like re-reading the personal info on them. #scitlap
    In reply to @Partain_Science
  • daleyscience - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Love this idea. My son loves Easter eggs in Marvel Movies. Totally stealing. #scitlap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @PerkyScience
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 11 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2: Movie trailers. I use iMovie on my mac to make them. LOVE THEM SO MUCH! #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    I haven’t thought of megs to into a topic. This opens up a whole new world! #scitlap
    In reply to @Partain_Science, @Stella_Pollard, @MsHallschool
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 11 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2: I am also a big fan of engaging hyperdocs to introduce the new content. #scitlap
  • daleyscience - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2 Something I can always be working on. I definitely pre-heat big labs, but not before a Unit. You got me thinking. #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    My favorite intro activity so far is till a digital @breakoutEDU The Ls love it and always ask for more. #scitlap
    • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT
      Q2. You are starting a new unit. What is your top engagement hooks? How do you get the Ls to buy that ticket? #scitlap
  • daleyscience - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    More good ideas, fun. #scitlap
    In reply to @Partain_Science, @PerkyScience, @Stella_Pollard, @MsHallschool
  • SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    I'm here! I'm here! HUGE shout out to my pirate crew for steering the ship (& more) since Aug! Love you people!!! #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    I haven’t used hyperdocs much. I got too burned out on “web quests” Need to go back and look into this. Do you have a fav resource? #scitlap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Q3. Note taking -- A plan to organize information can make a difference for learning. How do your Ss take effective notes? #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    So glad to sail with you! You always brighten the ship! #scitlap
    In reply to @SciTeach7Davis
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    https://t.co/bTAjkmHW07 hundreds of freeee hyperdocs! #scitlap
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    WaHoo! I am excited to add to my treasure chest! #scitlap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard
  • Partain_Science - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    I think I suffer from this burnout as well! #scitlap
    In reply to @PerkyScience, @Stella_Pollard
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    They were SOOO lame! Took the fun right out of learning. #scitlap
    In reply to @Partain_Science, @Stella_Pollard
  • daleyscience - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    Loving these BTTF pictures.....memories! #scitlap
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3: We use Hyperdocs! I also like to have them design their own inforgraphics on canva. #scitlap
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Graphic organizers are good, I don’t want to burn my Ls out. Looking for other tools to shake it up. #scitlap
    • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT
      Q3. Note taking -- A plan to organize information can make a difference for learning. How do your Ss take effective notes? #scitlap
  • karlacalbear Oct 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3 I teach content organization in general over specific note-taking. I really like visual notes on our iPads. #scitlap
  • Partain_Science - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: This is something that my students (and myself) really struggle with. #scitlap
  • daleyscience - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3 We don't take notes very much at least traditional ones. I either make guided notes hand outs and I have also tried Sketchnotes #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Once the Ls understand what an infographic is it can be a great tool. I have found there is a learning curve. Have to model. #scitlap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard
  • daleyscience - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3b I love Sketchnotes, but Ss always just want to copy my example. #scitlap
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 11 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    Allow kids to DIY their own infographics based off of their findings. #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Have you had them make thinking maps with Keynote or Pages? They have added a lot of new shapes that makes it fun and easy. #scitlap
    In reply to @karlacalbear
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 11 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3: Instead of taking notes, why not have the Ss make a Google Site, upload their work onto it, and reflect in a text box under. #scitlap
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 11 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    You could also do sketchnoting! #scitlap
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Q4. Vocabulary helps to control and give meaning the learning. How do you make learning new vacabulary amazing? #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    I recently tried speed sketch noting. It was fun and got them away from the “perfect picture paralysis”. #scitlap
    In reply to @daleyscience
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A4: Love using NearPod for this! I also love doing a galley walk with the vocab words and having Ss make inferences. #scitlap
  • pentaclethra Oct 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Just got home. Long day and now for grading and planning and #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    I like infopics. Ss find a picture that represents the word then add an explanation in 5 - 7 words or less. #scitlap
  • daleyscience - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    There is such a worry of doing Sketchnotes wrong. I had a hard time convincing them to "let go" #scitlap
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    So glad you could join us! Thanks for making us a part of your day. #scitlap
    In reply to @pentaclethra
  • daleyscience - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A4 Quizlet, al the way. #scitlap
  • karlacalbear Oct 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A4 pt1 Ss study & spiral thru scientific prefixes & suffixes all year, they ❤️ battling on https://t.co/ZHSi3iuW8L & Quizizz #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    My kids love the cutting tool in PicCollage. They use it to “green screen” many things. A fun addition to learning. #scitlap
    In reply to @karlacalbear
  • SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    @USATODAY has GREAT examples of infographics for modeling effective communication of info #scitlap
    • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT
      Once the Ls understand what an infographic is it can be a great tool. I have found there is a learning curve. Have to model. #scitlap
      In reply to @Stella_Pollard
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 11 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4: Quizizz! #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    I haven’t used them before. Thanks for the reminder. #scitlap
    In reply to @SciTeach7Davis, @USATODAY
  • karlacalbear Oct 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A4 pt2 big units have natural way 2 learn vocab as Ss discover, test & engage in argumentation. Building Bulletin Bd helps too #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    I am always looking for ways for my Ss to discover the meaning for the vocabulary. Doesn’t always work, but I love it when it does! #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Q5. Basic study skills can make a difference in Ss success. What skills are essential & how to you help build them? #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Discovery is always the best! #scitlap
    In reply to @karlacalbear
  • pentaclethra Oct 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A4 I try and use and have Ss use vocab when speaking and writing. Not easy for them. Trouble fitting in direct vocab instruction. #scitlap
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 11 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A5: I love having students make connections to real-world situations that tie to our content. #scitlap
  • SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A5) The ISN (sci notebook) is designed to help with study skills. Ss keep own table of contents and indicate each unit by color. #scitlap
  • pentaclethra Oct 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A5 I teach how fitting in smaller review over multiple days (weeks) is better than cramming the night before. #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    After this podcast: https://t.co/0d9nWWghfq I have been using retrieval practice in multiple ways. I think I am seeing improvement. #scitlap
    • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT
      Q5. Basic study skills can make a difference in Ss success. What skills are essential & how to you help build them? #scitlap
  • daleyscience - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A5 Oorganization, is key. We make study packets before quizzes. I make review games too, but you have to give them time to play. #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    That is always the best. I get frustrated with “floating standards”. I need them to be real and relevant. #scitlap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard
  • SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A5) I INSIST all work glued into notebook. They also have a "virtual" nb through Google Classroom, but don't look back as often #scitlap
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 11 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    YES. Think outside of the box, we are lucky to have a subject that is in the news every day. #scitlap
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Do you have the table of contents start over with each unit or go through the year? I start over as some kids need a second chance. #scitlap
    In reply to @SciTeach7Davis
  • karlacalbear Oct 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    I setup binders/dividers on first day, then onto iPad boot camp to use apps as study tools, also share brain science & study tips #scitlap
  • SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    They just keep on going. As long as THEIR toc matches the NB, it's all good. Never thought of starting over. #scitlap
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • dgilesUM Oct 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5 I've found allowing small cheat sheets will make students review material to create their sheets. #scitlap
  • daleyscience - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    I usually have Ss look up Vocab at beginning of unit, but try to do fun things too. In writing so impt. to make use of good Vocab. #scitlap
    • pentaclethra Oct 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT
      A4 I try and use and have Ss use vocab when speaking and writing. Not easy for them. Trouble fitting in direct vocab instruction. #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    I’ve made progress monitoring sheets to start a unit. Lets Ls see where we are going. We revisit throughout so they see progress #scitlap
    In reply to @daleyscience
  • daleyscience - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    I recently said science Vocab is just like bacon on a sandwich, just makes it better! #scitlap
    In reply to @pentaclethra
  • SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Yes, for many units I give a "unit organizer" that ends up being the study guide for each test. #scitlap
    In reply to @PerkyScience, @daleyscience
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    I would love to see some of your bootcamp resources. #scitlap
    In reply to @karlacalbear
  • pentaclethra Oct 11 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Having Ss memorize and/or learn definitions is iffy. Them knowing it in context, giving examples, explaining is better IMHO. #scitlap
    In reply to @daleyscience
  • SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    One of my fave lines: "This is not a spelling test. This is not a vocab test. It IS a science test." (ok, that's 3 lines) #scitlap
    In reply to @pentaclethra, @daleyscience
  • daleyscience - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    When learning about ecosystems and food chains. I tell them to ask their parents to pass the "multicellular autotrophs" at dinner. 🥒#scitlap
    In reply to @pentaclethra
  • daleyscience - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Totally agree, I just like the glossary list as a resource. #scitlap
    In reply to @pentaclethra
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Wow...forgot #SCITLAP How embarrassing!
    • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:43 PM EDT
      Q6 Assessment Review -- Assessments can be stressful, but the prep and review shouldn’t be. What do you do to keep them fun?
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    I get tired of the same old review games. I often scour Pinterest, twitter and other SM sites for ideas.Heads up is a fav though. #scitlap
  • daleyscience - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    I start over every unit - file old stuff in " done" hanging files. Ends up making a nice portfolio and gives Ss a second chance #scitlap
    In reply to @PerkyScience, @SciTeach7Davis
  • karlacalbear Oct 11 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A6 Trying 2 work in more perform assessments, kids have so many ways 2 prepare on iPads. Little stress if I plan into class time. #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    Q7. Reteach -- Sometimes you just know your Ss didn’t get it. How do you keep reteaching engaging? What is your fav strategy? #scitlap
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    I love making my own Digital Breakout EDU games for review! #scitlap
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 11 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Also, kahoot! #scitlap
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • daleyscience - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A6 Just today saw my team Soc St T do an assessment through skits, it was beautiful. #scitlap
  • pentaclethra Oct 11 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    I have that too :) Same definitions I have on Quizlet. Ss and Ps need that reference. #scitlap
    In reply to @daleyscience
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 11 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A7: thorough lab stations that blend hands on, reading, experimenting etc. #scitlap
  • jdeinhammer Oct 11 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    I wanted to make one of these introduce cells but want some hands on parts — #scitlap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @PerkyScience
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    I find I am building a library of different ways to teach concepts. I need different ways to come to it for different Ls. #scitlap
    • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT
      Q7. Reteach -- Sometimes you just know your Ss didn’t get it. How do you keep reteaching engaging? What is your fav strategy? #scitlap
  • pentaclethra Oct 11 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A7 I know there are certain topics Ss have trouble with that I keep reteaching: density, controlled exp., metric... #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Using so many modes of learning all at once. Excellent! Do you have an example you could share? #scitlap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 11 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Maybe you could do a hyperdoc review ? 😻 #Scitlap
    In reply to @jdeinhammer, @PerkyScience
  • SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    I save cell projects from previous years and pull them out for review. #scitlap
    In reply to @jdeinhammer, @Stella_Pollard, @PerkyScience
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    Using the great resource you shared! I bet there is something there! #scitlap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @jdeinhammer
  • SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    I'd love to see a sample hyperdoc review... #scitlap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @jdeinhammer, @PerkyScience
  • karlacalbear Oct 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A7 reteach more in math, not so much n science. Definitely try to design a lab, activity or peer teaching experience. No lectures! #scitlap
  • jdeinhammer Oct 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    I wanted it as an intro to see what they remember from last year - like a fun breakout pre assessment #scitlap
    In reply to @SciTeach7Davis, @Stella_Pollard, @PerkyScience
  • daleyscience - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    I've been thinking that with Quizlet (which I love) makes Ss only memorize definition. If u change it a little on quiz-struggle #scitlap
    In reply to @pentaclethra
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    I love this. Using Ss work to help Ss learn. Gives them something to shoot for as well… To be the next example. #scitlap
    In reply to @SciTeach7Davis, @jdeinhammer, @Stella_Pollard
  • SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    Quizlet has a new (?) feature that's like thing link to use for review. Of course, a student showed me...haha! #scitlap
    In reply to @daleyscience, @pentaclethra
  • daleyscience - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    A7 I can tell you what I hate...Ss come for a second chance on a quiz and then say "what's it on?" This system not working. #scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    CTA. Heading out -- What are you taking with you back to your class? —OR — What basic will you be revisiting? #scitlap
  • SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    More like a "break-in" instead of breakout...? (Did I just create a new edu-term???) #scitlap #tlap
    In reply to @jdeinhammer, @Stella_Pollard, @PerkyScience
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    I read about the importance of teaching Ls how to use flashcards so they don’t cheat themselves. Too many flip too fast. #scitlap
    In reply to @daleyscience, @pentaclethra
  • karlacalbear Oct 11 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    @PerkyScience thanks for a totally informative chat. #Scitlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Definitely revisiting hyper-docs. I think there is more for me there than I realized. #scitlap
    • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:56 PM EDT
      CTA. Heading out -- What are you taking with you back to your class? —OR — What basic will you be revisiting? #scitlap
  • SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    I will be creating a "break-in" instead of out...(kind of like my fave "Password hook") #scitlap
    • PerkyScience Oct 11 @ 9:56 PM EDT
      CTA. Heading out -- What are you taking with you back to your class? —OR — What basic will you be revisiting? #scitlap
  • daleyscience - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Totally checking out! #scitlap
    In reply to @karlacalbear, @PerkyScience, @AmplifyScience
  • SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Yep, the convos I have about glue, rubber cement, tape, and staples! #facepalm #scitlap
    In reply to @sciteachkali
  • daleyscience - Moderator Oct 11 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    I actually did this for a PD I facilitated last week. It was a fun intro. #scitlap
    In reply to @SciTeach7Davis