#mschat Archive

A chat that offers middle school teachers a chance to have a collaborative discussion about a different topic each week. Our topics change from week to week, ranging from Common Core State Standards to Character Education. During the chat, participants exchanges ideas and resources. The chat group ranges in size each week from 10 to 50+ participants. Discussion can be general talking about instructional style or process to specific. Recently members of the chat group help each other create lessons.

Thursday December 8, 2016
8:00 PM EST

  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Welcome to #mschat Talking about Student Centered Learning Tonight!
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Let's get #mschat started with Introductions: Todd here 7th grade science teacher from Warren, MI
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:01 PM EST
    good evening, #mschat - michael from columbus, oh. middle grades teacher, multi-subject
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Tonight's #mschat was inspired by the Film: Most Likely to Succeed! https://t.co/BxnREwNcIp
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Good evening Michael, Hope all is well in the Buckeye state #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • ms_abendroth Dec 8 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Megan from MN, 6-8 ELL #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:03 PM EST
    ohhh, showing right down the block from me on the 19th! have to check my calendar! #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:03 PM EST
    first real cold front of the season - how are things up north? #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • Mr_Lisek Dec 8 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Good evening,#mschat! Ryan in MI, 6/7 Social Studies.
  • mrs_abud Dec 8 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Hello. I am Janice, a Middle school teacher consultant from MI. Excited to be part of the conversation. #mschat
  • Mr_Bussiere Dec 8 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Hello all! Brian here. 5th and 6th grade math teacher from NH #mschat
  • ms_abendroth Dec 8 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Our school district watched this on the 1st day of staff orientation this yr! #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Totally worth watching really helped me rethink teaching #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Awesome! I got to view it twice last year when it toured Michigan #michED #mschat
    In reply to @ms_abendroth
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Good evening Janice #mschat
    In reply to @mrs_abud
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Glad you can join in Brian #mschat
    In reply to @Mr_Bussiere
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Q1: When you were in school, what learning experiences had the greatest positive impact on you? Why? #mschat
  • BMcCann17 Dec 8 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Hey everyone! Brett, MS AP from Willowick Middle School near Cleveland #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Good evening Brett #mschat
    In reply to @BMcCann17
  • ms_abendroth Dec 8 @ 8:08 PM EST
    A1 School came easily 4 me, it was those that stretched me 2 challenge myself, outside my comfort zone, try new things, create #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:08 PM EST
    A1: I was impacted most by hands on experience where we were doing meaningful work #mschat
  • MrsKRackley Dec 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Hi! Krystal from Austin. I teach 7th and 8th grade dance #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
    good evening Krystal glad you are here #mschat
    In reply to @MrsKRackley
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
    a1: ones where the Ts looked like they enjyoed teaching - they made me look fwd to going. #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
    New is always engages us since we don't know what to expect #mschat
    In reply to @ms_abendroth
  • mrs_abud Dec 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1: Collaborative lessons, Lessons that I could connect to real life and choice is how I showed I had learned the material #mschat
  • MrsKRackley Dec 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1:Getting to collaborate w/friends and classmates and be creative regardless of grade/subject #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
    a1: weird that nobody is saying 'worksheets' or 'drill and kill'. #mschat
  • michelewwtot Dec 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
    a:1 definitely hands on and immediate feedback. Metal shop, woodshop, home ec. #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Yes students don't like to work alone: Greater engagement comes when they work together to solve a problem #mschat
    In reply to @MrsKRackley
  • Science806 Dec 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
    A1- activities that were student led and hands on #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Yeah Worksheets sure were the worst part of my school experience #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • Mr_Lisek Dec 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
    A1: Anything where I got to be moving and doing hands on exploration. #mschat
  • mgrosstaylor Dec 8 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: Anything hands on was always a win with me. Lecture was & still is my least fav learning experience. #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Agreed that immediate feedback and feeling of accomplishment always makes students feel good #mschat
    In reply to @michelewwtot
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:13 PM EST
    I can handle lecture if it is more story telling style: hate just something I could read... worksheets alone suck #mschat
    In reply to @mgrosstaylor
  • Mr_Bussiere Dec 8 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1- I always enjoyed the hands on and group activities. Also class discussions... I really liked debates. #mschat
  • BMcCann17 Dec 8 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: AP Gov we had to gerrymander entire state; totally hands on and student-led...ended up being a SS T because of lessons like that #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:13 PM EST
    same here-I have trouble sitting through staff meetings, PD presentations, or other things that are just lecture/Pwrpt #mschat
    In reply to @mgrosstaylor
  • mgrosstaylor Dec 8 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Good point as long as story doesn't tak entire period. #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Debates are great, when I was allowed to voice my point of view and defend it! LOVED that time in class #mschat
    In reply to @Mr_Bussiere
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Q2: What characteristics define the difference between “teaching to the test” and “authentic learning”? Provide relevant examples. #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Ss can tell - if you are checked out, what do you expect of them? :) #mschat
    In reply to @mrs_abud
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
    nothing should be as long as a class period need diversity of activities to make a class period #mschat
    In reply to @mgrosstaylor
  • ms_abendroth Dec 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Debates were not my thing as a major introvert. #mschat
    In reply to @Mr_Bussiere
  • Mr_Bussiere Dec 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Worksheets to me were more about how fast can I get these done w/ little effort and get a good grade rather than meaningful learning.#mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • MrDurajWildcats Dec 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A1: any lesson where I found relevance in what we were learning. If I could see a big picture, I was in #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
    a2: if it wasn't on the test, would you still be teaching it? if no, I'd argue it really isn't authentic #mschat
  • michelewwtot Dec 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
    #mschat I keep the table I made in woodshop in my front window:) I wasn't a rock star in academics .
    In reply to @blocht574
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:16 PM EST
    good for occasional practice, better w/ @Beyond_the_Desk 's worksheet busters! #mschat
    In reply to @Mr_Bussiere, @Beyond_the_Desk
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:17 PM EST
    A2: Authentic is teaching about Salmon in the classroom so students gain stewardship for nature: Not on any tests I give #mschat
  • mrs_abud Dec 8 @ 8:17 PM EST
    A2: authentic learning provides students with connections and prompts looking further into something #mschat
  • Mr_Bussiere Dec 8 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Worksheet busters...? Do tell #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42, @Beyond_the_Desk
  • ms_abendroth Dec 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2 Teaching EL Ss rqrs #authenticlearning. Lang acquisition is so much bigger than a standardized test that isn't in their L1 #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
    Our hatchling salmon #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
    so many great ideas, you should check her website: https://t.co/zAFN10Iai5 AMAZING educator! #mschat
    In reply to @Mr_Bussiere, @Beyond_the_Desk
  • michelewwtot Dec 8 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2: #mschat I'm not a teacher but as a therapist I grade my activities to ensure challenge but w/possibility for success. I want grit!!
  • Science806 Dec 8 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2 authentic learning allows students to make connections and explore ideas that interest them #mschat
  • ms_abendroth Dec 8 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2 It's important to make connections between background knowledge, experiences, 2 make learning worth it. #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2: Authentic Learning is taking the time to use teachable moments ... Tests are just a moment we are building citizens #mschat
  • ms_abendroth Dec 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2 Authentic learning allows Ss to use sparks/interests, talents/skills that go beyond the classroom walls #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
    Connections are so important for students to learn #mschat
    In reply to @ms_abendroth
  • EduGladiators Dec 8 @ 8:21 PM EST
    #EduGladiators tackles the fierce convo of leading & growing in multi-gen schools! #mschat #mdeschat #memspachat #UrbanEdChat #G2Great
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Q3: In what ways do you want to grow in the area of student-driven learning environments? #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A2: Authentic learning means Ss will remember later in life, test learning means it will be forgotten after the test #mschat
  • Mr_Bussiere Dec 8 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Thank you! #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42, @Beyond_the_Desk
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A3: I want students to be given learning targets and design their path in learning #mschat
  • MrDurajWildcats Dec 8 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A2:not teaching the test allows authentic learning. Don't go a mile wide, inches deep, allow s's to deepen their understanding #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:22 PM EST
    a3: I need to work on my authentic audience. too often the audience is me or a peer. #mschat
  • BMcCann17 Dec 8 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A2: I personally don't think they're has to be a difference if you have strong assessments that align to curriculum #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
    YES, my class seems that way too.... Need to give our students a world wide audience #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • ms_abendroth Dec 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A3 Continuing 2 give Ss voice/choice, personalize learning, standards and skills based, incorporating more soft/life skills, grit #mschat
  • Mr_Lisek Dec 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A2: Authentic learning is putting a real world spin on the lesson. Using recipes to explore fractions. #mschat
  • mrs_abud Dec 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A3: I want to continue to grow so that all students can find success in student driven learning environments. #mschat
  • ms_abendroth Dec 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
    I am working on this too. Parents, administrators, community members. Extending the reach & impact. #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
    Agreed Test learn = Why do we need to know this? Authentic learning = OH, so I might need this when ... #mschat
    In reply to @Mr_Lisek
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
    w/ so many options and so much access to tech @ my school it is somewhere I can really grow #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • RachelFurman_ Dec 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
    Yes, I agree. Relevance is so important to students and helps reinforce content material #mschat #profgbradley
    In reply to @mrs_abud
  • mgrosstaylor Dec 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A3: States/Districts must reduce amt of testing to shift purpose of Ss learning to just that and not test taking skills. #mschat
  • Mr_Bussiere Dec 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A2- learning so that Ss have skills learned ingrained in their brain and can use it long after they take that test #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
    I think I am held back due to access issues right now.... But we are working on it #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • Science806 Dec 8 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A3 I want to learn more ways to incorporate student driven activities into our daily learning experiences #mschat
  • Mr_Lisek Dec 8 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A3: Ss get the success criteria and then go. We do checks along the way to support and redirect as needed. #mschat
  • Mr_Bussiere Dec 8 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3- I'd like to get Ss asking more questions about their learning & having them work together to answer the questions they have #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Agreed! It would be nice if states focused on connecting schools with industry to add in relevance #mschat #proudMIeducator
    In reply to @mgrosstaylor
  • irishteacher6 Dec 8 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A2 Authentic learning is when Ss see the relevance of the topic, are curious enough to discover more, and can apply it elsewhere. #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Teachers need to feel less pressure to cover material and allow for students to dig deeper #mschat
    In reply to @Mr_Bussiere
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A3: It would be great if students could use school to learn how they want to and explore their passions #mschat
  • Mr_Bussiere Dec 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
    Yes!Its tough for those Ts that haveA strict pacing guide they must follow that says you must do this on thisday&test Ss on this day #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • BMcCann17 Dec 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A3: As an admin, I want to facilitate with our Ts that student-centered learning is where deep learning happens #mschat
  • OnPointEdu Dec 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
    It is Computer Science Education Week! Time for your #HourofCode ! https://t.co/XIbxRJtszm #edtech #edchat #elemchat #mschat #hschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:31 PM EST
    Q4: What barriers are preventing us from changing the way we teach or “do school”? How can we make innovation easier? #mschat
  • RachelFurman_ Dec 8 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A3: I want to have more student driven experiments instead of pre-planned ones to guide student exploration. #mschat #profgbradley
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:31 PM EST
    I recall getting docked on an observation because I was on lesson 42b instead of 42c. so unauthentic! #mschat
    In reply to @Mr_Bussiere, @blocht574
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A4: Barriers: Time, School structure, expectations and fear of the dreaded teacher evaluation #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:33 PM EST
    YEAH that is a barrier to innovation in school, the dreaded pacing guide #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42, @Mr_Bussiere
  • ms_abendroth Dec 8 @ 8:33 PM EST
    This is one thing I appreciate about my MS. Ss have lots of voice/choice through quinter electives that get them to explore #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • MurrayScience Dec 8 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Jackie here joining from Clinton. 8th gr science & @PLTWorg teacher #mschat
    In reply to @PLTWorg
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:33 PM EST
    a4: time - wanting to do it all, innovate it all, changeit all, then it being too late to even grade tonight's papers! #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Time is a huge barrier along with the marking periods: WHAT if the authentic learning isn't done but needs a grade? #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • ms_abendroth Dec 8 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A4 Knowing exactly where to start and how much to try. My administration is super supportive of this kind of action by Ts #mschat
  • MurrayScience Dec 8 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A1: I learned the most with hands-on learning experience that had relevance. Making connections beyond the content is key. #mschat
  • MrDurajWildcats Dec 8 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A4: test scores...use discovery based lessons where s's can innovate and create and learn #mschat
    • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:31 PM EST
      Q4: What barriers are preventing us from changing the way we teach or “do school”? How can we make innovation easier? #mschat
  • RachelFurman_ Dec 8 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A4: The need to meet set standards and have students pass EOC's. :( #mschat #profgbradley
  • DavatchiDj Dec 8 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A4: Some schools unfortunately do not have the resources to use technology within the classroom as they would like. #MSchat #profgbradley
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:35 PM EST
    Agreed, are test scores authentic? Hmmm.... But they are used to evaluate a teacher's quality of instruction #mschat
    In reply to @MrDurajWildcats
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:35 PM EST
    was an awkward post mtg w/ my ass't principal. #mschat
    In reply to @Mr_Bussiere, @blocht574
  • Beyond_the_Desk Dec 8 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A4: Stubborn teacher mindsets that kids not learning is their fault, that they need to fix themselves to reach up to our teaching #mschat
  • Science806 Dec 8 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A4 time #mschat
  • cvarsalona Dec 8 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A3 @blocht574 Good evening #mschat. Carol ELA Consultant from Long Island here-presenting 2 Ts tomorrow on S-driven learning w inquiry base.
    In reply to @blocht574
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:36 PM EST
    OMG THIS - "I taught it, they didn't learn it, can't do anything else!" - if they didn't learn it, you didn't teach it! #mschat
    • Beyond_the_Desk Dec 8 @ 8:35 PM EST
      A4: Stubborn teacher mindsets that kids not learning is their fault, that they need to fix themselves to reach up to our teaching #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Access is a very big problem for some districts: Technology divide is widening needs a solution #mschat
    In reply to @DavatchiDj
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Thanks for joining in Carol #mschat
    In reply to @cvarsalona
  • Mr_Bussiere Dec 8 @ 8:36 PM EST
    I'm sure it was uncomfortable...Just doesn't make sense to move along if Ss haven't learned the skills they need b4 moving on #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42, @blocht574
  • cvarsalona Dec 8 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A3 If we want Ss 2 become independent learners we can't do heavy lifting 4 them. Must use grad release #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • PaulEnderle Dec 8 @ 8:37 PM EST
    3 Google Updates Announced at Education On Air 2016 https://t.co/klhkRn5V4t #D123 #edchat #edtech #cpchat #elemchat #mschat #ltchat
  • MurrayScience Dec 8 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A2: Authentic learning is teaching Ss how to problem solve. That is a life skill, can meet any challenge posed to them #mschat
  • mgrosstaylor Dec 8 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A4: Firm believer change starts at the top, but we can't wait for ldrs to catch up. Each of us can start small & imbed innovation #mschat
  • cvarsalona Dec 8 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A2 @ms_abendroth Agree. Most ESL Ts are knowledgeable on how to make learning active & authentic for ENL students. #mschat
    In reply to @ms_abendroth
  • MurrayScience Dec 8 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A3: I want my students to be able to identify when they have truly mastered an ILO. I'm trying self-paced w/lots of reflection #mschat
  • cvarsalona Dec 8 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A3 Authentic learning has its roots in constructivism-letting Ss explore with hands on learning activates all sense. #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • mgrosstaylor Dec 8 @ 8:39 PM EST
    That's awful Michael! If it's about the Ss & Not a test, this shouldn't have happened. #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42, @Mr_Bussiere, @blocht574
  • cvarsalona Dec 8 @ 8:39 PM EST
    Love your topic, Todd. #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:39 PM EST
    Thanks #mschat
    In reply to @cvarsalona
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
    I agree, but i was in yr 2 or 3? wasn't long for that school #mschat
    In reply to @mgrosstaylor, @Mr_Bussiere, @blocht574
  • Beyond_the_Desk Dec 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
    This was my plc this morning. But there were really great convos elsewhere in the room, so I'm holding on to hope! #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • RossCoops31 Dec 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
  • MurrayScience Dec 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A4: I feel like so many barriers are challenging the "traditional" model of Parent & Ts. 21st cent. Ss need to learn differently. #mschat
  • mgrosstaylor Dec 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
    @Beyond_the_Desk #growthmindset #accountability for Ts are critical to Ss academic success. #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42, @Beyond_the_Desk
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A4: Biggest Barrier is FEAR of FAILURE since doing school differently isn't common and huge risk #mschat
  • cvarsalona Dec 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A3 @MurrayScience Reflective practices are daily habits to establish so that students become reading/writing "fit" for life! #mschat
    In reply to @MurrayScience
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:41 PM EST
    Q5: What can we do to encourage teachers to try new and innovative things, even at the risk of having some of them fail? #mschat
  • BMcCann17 Dec 8 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A4: Rewarded behavior is repeated behavior; if we reward Ts for taking risks, they will take risks. Then they'll see the benefits #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A5: TRUST...... #mschat
  • Mr_Lisek Dec 8 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A4: The biggest barrier is time. Planning those types of lessons for Ss with formative assessments built in is time consuming. #mschat
  • Beyond_the_Desk Dec 8 @ 8:42 PM EST
    YES. We all, leaders, teachers, students, and schools need the safety to try...and maybe fail. #mschat
  • SamuelFritz Dec 8 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A4: Ts and Ss being Ok with failure. Innovation can't happen without failure - easier to keep on keepin' on instead #mschat
  • ms_abendroth Dec 8 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A5 Support from administration, collaboration w/ colleagues to discuss ideas & implementation #mschat
  • cvarsalona Dec 8 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A5 Encourage Ts to understand that failure is a steppingstone to success. Model, discuss, try out moves. #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • SamuelFritz Dec 8 @ 8:42 PM EST
    Sorry I'm late - Sam from Greenwood In 6-8 band #mschat
  • MrDurajWildcats Dec 8 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A5: let your guard down and try a lesson you were too nervous to try in the past. #mschat
    • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:41 PM EST
      Q5: What can we do to encourage teachers to try new and innovative things, even at the risk of having some of them fail? #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
    Planning great lessons takes many Ts all year and we still tweak #mschat
    In reply to @Mr_Lisek
  • BMcCann17 Dec 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A5: Allow collaboration time and make priority in PLCs; Ts are more likely to take risks when they feel they aren't on an island #mschat
  • MurrayScience Dec 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A5: We can model our own successes/failures. I tell my Ss they are "guinea pigs". I get great feedback about what works & doesn't #mschat
  • Beyond_the_Desk Dec 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A5: Great thing my principal started: students can nominate a teacher for a shout-out when they see them trying something #mschat
  • Mr_Lisek Dec 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A5: Admin not over scrutinizing the trivial mistakes and providing confidence when greatness happens. #mschat
  • cvarsalona Dec 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A4 You said it! Fear of Failure is a crippler. We all need to remove this barrier from our learning lives. #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • skeeTX Dec 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A5: Ts should have a growth mindset and model for Ss, especially failures. Tech exploration w/ Ss in safe setting is perfect example #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
    my Ss LOVE when I start with "I've never tried this before, so we'll see how this goes..." #mschat
    In reply to @MurrayScience
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:44 PM EST
    Would be nice if teachers had daily collaboration time to get it right: give students more free time to explore #mschat
    In reply to @MurrayScience
  • cvarsalona Dec 8 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A5 I bet your students are ready to try out different options with you, Jackie. Keep the learning exciting.#mschat
    In reply to @MurrayScience
  • cvarsalona Dec 8 @ 8:45 PM EST
    A5 @BMcCann17 Heard a new term on twitter collegial circles of influence-I tried it out during a large regional meeting. #mschat
    In reply to @BMcCann17
  • skeeTX Dec 8 @ 8:45 PM EST
    A5: content should not be top priority. We don't just deliver info. Ss growth will come from their improved failures #mschat
  • SamuelFritz Dec 8 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A5: Ts should be encouraged to grow - #PersonalizedPD, book studies, instructional rounds, collaboration time on plc "?" #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:46 PM EST
    i'll often follow lessons like that w/ a googlepoll asking for feedback from them #mschat
    In reply to @MurrayScience
  • cvarsalona Dec 8 @ 8:46 PM EST
    Some schools do have common time for collaboration but not enough. #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574, @MurrayScience
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:46 PM EST
    I think School need to rethink Curriculum and reduce Content standards and increase Methods standards #mschat
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • ms_abendroth Dec 8 @ 8:47 PM EST
    yes! #personalizedPD has been so beneficial to me this year #mschat
    In reply to @SamuelFritz
  • ejuc8or Dec 8 @ 8:47 PM EST
    AND recommend a solution when there is a gap in teacher performance. It's what we did. #mschat
    In reply to @Beyond_the_Desk
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A5: Schools need to focus LESS on WHAT we learn and more on HOW we learn! Methods matter facts can be looked up on google #mschat
  • cvarsalona Dec 8 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A5 provide options for their growth in asynchronous time-make PD creative choices in edcamp like setting. #mschat
    In reply to @SamuelFritz
  • skeeTX Dec 8 @ 8:47 PM EST
    Yes! We need to raise good kids. They'll get the content in high school and college. Lay foundation first! #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • Mr_Bussiere Dec 8 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A5- Ask yourself... will it hurt anyone? Will it help Ss learn? Then why not? #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:48 PM EST
    would be nice to get rid of the boxes and HOOPS ... They hold us back but you are right Have to DO our jobs #mschat
    In reply to @MurrayScience
  • Beyond_the_Desk Dec 8 @ 8:48 PM EST
    I love the idea of personalized/differentiated pd. If we think that way to TEACH now, why not learn that way ourselves? #mschat
    In reply to @SamuelFritz
  • Mr_Lisek Dec 8 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A5: Group problem solving skills and collaborative environments don't assessed on standardized tests. Skills for the real world. #mschat
    • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:47 PM EST
      A5: Schools need to focus LESS on WHAT we learn and more on HOW we learn! Methods matter facts can be looked up on google #mschat
  • SamuelFritz Dec 8 @ 8:49 PM EST
    Any of our full staff PD is choice based - totally redefined PD for our building! #mschat
  • ms_abendroth Dec 8 @ 8:49 PM EST
    At the conference I was at today we talked about knowing our WHY & helping Ss know theirs. Helps w/ personalized learning #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • skeeTX Dec 8 @ 8:49 PM EST
    If we lay a strong enough foundation, we'll pass it on to you- Hamilton #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:50 PM EST
    Q6: How can we give students more opportunities to take chances, risk failure, deal w/ setbacks & recover? #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:50 PM EST
    The WHY is so important but often our students are not able to see why until the reach a level of maturity #mschat
    In reply to @ms_abendroth
  • ejuc8or Dec 8 @ 8:50 PM EST
    Uh. Method standards can interfere with flexibility needed to be culturally relevant. @skeeTX #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574, @skeeTX
  • SamuelFritz Dec 8 @ 8:50 PM EST
    As a music teacher I am so lucky in this regard. I CAN innovate on a regular basis and there are fewer boxes and hoops for us #mschat
    • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:48 PM EST
      would be nice to get rid of the boxes and HOOPS ... They hold us back but you are right Have to DO our jobs #mschat
      In reply to @MurrayScience
  • Mr_Lisek Dec 8 @ 8:50 PM EST
    https://t.co/fEloOk5NkP #mschat
    In reply to @ms_abendroth, @blocht574
  • skeeTX Dec 8 @ 8:50 PM EST
    Yes, can't be b/c T says so. Ss need to own their work. #mschat
    In reply to @ms_abendroth, @blocht574
  • cvarsalona Dec 8 @ 8:50 PM EST
    I agree. Ts need to engage Ss as creators/curators of content not just consumers of information. #eduinspiration attached #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:51 PM EST
    Don't content based skills have same issue? #mschat
    In reply to @ejuc8or, @skeeTX
  • Mr_Bussiere Dec 8 @ 8:51 PM EST
    must say I'm loving these homework and worksheet busters!!' Def will be trying them out soon! #mschat
    In reply to @Beyond_the_Desk, @TeacherRunner42
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:51 PM EST
    a6: slow down, let Ss struggle, celebrate effort & then celebrate breakthroughs! Ss worked on a theorem for int.angles & nailed it #mschat
  • skeeTX Dec 8 @ 8:52 PM EST
    How so? What does "culturally relevant' look like for MS Ss? #mschat
    In reply to @ejuc8or, @blocht574
  • CawsonRBTT Dec 8 @ 8:52 PM EST
    Robert Cawson. New here. 5th grade teacher in East Lansing. Former teacher in Swartz Creek, MI. Happy to sit in and learn. #mschat
  • cvarsalona Dec 8 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A6 We need to set aside time for inquiry-based learning so Ss will be enticed to take risks-from choice voice is amplified. #mschat
  • MrDurajWildcats Dec 8 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A6: an open classroom where risks are the norm. If s's feel comfortable, they will step out of their shell for you #mschat
    • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:50 PM EST
      Q6: How can we give students more opportunities to take chances, risk failure, deal w/ setbacks & recover? #mschat
  • Mr_Lisek Dec 8 @ 8:52 PM EST
    Welcome aboard! #mschat
    In reply to @CawsonRBTT
  • DavatchiDj Dec 8 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A5: Admin. need to encourage teachers to try innovative things. Teachers wont b scared to fail if backed my admin. #profgbradley #MSchat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:52 PM EST
    Shouldn't ALL standards be flexible to reflect cultural needs? #mschat
    In reply to @ejuc8or, @skeeTX
  • skeeTX Dec 8 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A6: allow Ss to be creative and give them the freedom to show what they've learned, whatever that looks like #mschat
  • CawsonRBTT Dec 8 @ 8:53 PM EST
    Great idea! We courage PBS with students and so why don't we with teachers? #mschat
    • Beyond_the_Desk Dec 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
      A5: Great thing my principal started: students can nominate a teacher for a shout-out when they see them trying something #mschat
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:53 PM EST
    a6: start w/ no curric - build the culture around physical and emotional safety. let Ss learn names - can't take risks w/ strangers #mschat
  • cvarsalona Dec 8 @ 8:53 PM EST
    Thanks for welcoming me to jump into #mschat tonight. Have a great weekend.
  • LorynWindwehen Dec 8 @ 8:53 PM EST
    A6: provide real, authentic learning. Be interesting in what you teach and let them see you love it. #mschat
  • ejuc8or Dec 8 @ 8:53 PM EST
    A5) There is an implicit bias in this question...as though innovation is a solution to critical issues in ed. I'm concerned. #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:53 PM EST
    Thanks for jumping in with your expertise #mschat
    In reply to @cvarsalona
  • Beyond_the_Desk Dec 8 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A6: I think every grade, every score is a chance 2 do this. Make convos abt learning frm mistakes as natural as letter grades & %. #mschat
  • ms_abendroth Dec 8 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A6 Talking about + risk taking, grit, growth mindset, Ts modeling learning & risk taking, growth, etc #mschat
  • LorynWindwehen Dec 8 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A5: provide real, authentic instruction. Let them see you love what you do. Be all in and take the kids with you. #mschat
  • Mr_Bussiere Dec 8 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A6- get them to understand that they need to fail to get the right answer. When they are wrong work on finding mistake and fixing it #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:55 PM EST
    no bias want to know how to encourage Ts to try new things: Not just teach they way they learned: Diversity is need in ED #mschat
    In reply to @ejuc8or
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:55 PM EST
    a6: never put VALUE on a GRADE - not up to Ts to decide if 85% is good or bad - ask Ss how THEY feel about a grade #mschat
  • cvarsalona Dec 8 @ 8:55 PM EST
    #mschat JOIN #NYEDChat on Mon. 12.12.16 8pm EST for convo with @TonySinanis & @Joesanfelippofc - Inspiring with Intentionality.
  • BMcCann17 Dec 8 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A6: Praise the process, and focus on developing mindset. If you emphasize the risk taking and the feedback, the Ss will too #mschat
  • MurrayScience Dec 8 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A6: We need to teach students failure and setbacks are part of life. If they see it as something to learn from then they win. #mschat
  • Mr_Lisek Dec 8 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A6: Model expectations for learning, give Ss the keys and let them drive. Steer Ss when necessary, but let them be wrong. #mschat
  • ms_abendroth Dec 8 @ 8:55 PM EST
    yes, this is the video that was shown today!! #mschat #knowyourwhy
    In reply to @Mr_Lisek, @blocht574
  • cvarsalona Dec 8 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A6 Absolutely, Megan. #mschat
    In reply to @ms_abendroth
  • Beyond_the_Desk Dec 8 @ 8:55 PM EST
    @blocht574 Yes. This environment of safety and trust is crucial. #mschat
    In reply to @MrDurajWildcats, @blocht574
  • Mr_Bussiere Dec 8 @ 8:56 PM EST
    A6- often make math ?s multiple choice so when Ss get ? Wrong they can go back and find their mistake and correct it #mschat
  • Mr_Lisek Dec 8 @ 8:56 PM EST
    I'm not in Minnesota, but it is one of my favorites. I shared this at a PD. #mschat
    In reply to @ms_abendroth, @blocht574
  • skeeTX Dec 8 @ 8:56 PM EST
    Hard to create blueprint for all schools, T's & Ss. Need room to experiment find what works for each student. Can't be one size #mschat
  • cvarsalona Dec 8 @ 8:56 PM EST
    I appreciate your comment Todd. I enjoyed #mschat tonight. Ts #growPLN through networking opportunities.
    In reply to @blocht574
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:56 PM EST
    Agreed need to teacher failure is a steep on a journey, NOT A DESTINATION to be lived in #mschat
    In reply to @MurrayScience
  • skeeTX Dec 8 @ 8:57 PM EST
    Reflection will assist Ss in this self discovery #mschat
    In reply to @MurrayScience
  • CawsonRBTT Dec 8 @ 8:58 PM EST
    A6-I reference my own daily failures and show my Ss that it's not the failure that matters, it's how we grow from it. Growth mindset #mschat
  • SamuelFritz Dec 8 @ 8:58 PM EST
    A6: I often say "if you are going to bomb it, bomb it like a champ". Failure is expected. @TeacherRunner42 yes! slow way down #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • ejuc8or Dec 8 @ 8:58 PM EST
    Absolutely but that's an issue with society (determining what content is important) as opposed to the state. @skeetx #mschat
    In reply to @blocht574, @skeeTX
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:58 PM EST
    holy smokes, 9:00 already? #mschat
  • Beyond_the_Desk Dec 8 @ 8:58 PM EST
    And "grade" is often thought of as a fixed end, not a measure on a continuum of growth. #mschat
    • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:55 PM EST
      a6: never put VALUE on a GRADE - not up to Ts to decide if 85% is good or bad - ask Ss how THEY feel about a grade #mschat
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Time flies when you are having fun! #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • TeacherRunner42 Dec 8 @ 8:59 PM EST
    love #mschat :)
    In reply to @blocht574
  • blocht574 - Moderator Dec 8 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Thanks to all who joined the conversation tonight! Follow those who help you learn and grow! #mschat
  • ejuc8or Dec 8 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Content standards have never interfered with me culturally relevant. Never. #mschat @skeetx
    In reply to @blocht574, @skeeTX
  • Mr_Bussiere Dec 8 @ 8:59 PM EST
    always hard when parents are telling Ss which grades are goood and acceptable and which ones are not #mschat
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42
  • skeeTX Dec 8 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Joined late but great comments. Thx! #mschat