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nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:00 PM EST

Don't forget to include the hashtag #divergED so everyone can follow along...

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:00 PM EST

Welcome to #divergED. Please share your name & where you are from.

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:00 PM EST

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

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:01 PM EST

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

SeanAThom Dec 29 @ 8:01 PM EST

Evening everyone! Sean here, principal from NJ. Looking forward to getting back in the swing of things w/ all of you! #divergEd

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:02 PM EST

Hey #Diverged, Jeff here, an admin in Frisco, TX. I'm enjoying this break but excited to be continuing the learning with you!

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:02 PM EST

Nathan, from Nashville, co-founder of #divergED w/the brilliant @WeberEducation. Looking forward 2 a great night of reflection & discussion!

dcorr1 Dec 29 @ 8:03 PM EST

Dana-principal from Manitoba joining in first time on this chat #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:03 PM EST

#divergED Chris from CA. Let's go...

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:04 PM EST

@SeanAThom Awesome, we are too! #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:04 PM EST

Q1 coming up in 1 minute... #divergED

bsepe7 Dec 29 @ 8:04 PM EST

Brian in Buffalo, NY, Literacy Coach. #divergED

BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:04 PM EST

Hi #DivergED-Ben-Reno NV

hohmsclass Dec 29 @ 8:04 PM EST

Jordan, 8th grade SS/ELA from NC. Pumped to join #divergED tonight!

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:04 PM EST

@dcorr1 Hi Dana, welcome to #divergED! Glad you’re here!

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:04 PM EST

@heffrey Hey brother, glad you’re here learning together! #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:05 PM EST

#divergED Pre-Question (perhaps rhetorical): Has "best practice" become yet another example of jargon with education?

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:05 PM EST

@BDicksonNV Hey dude, glad you’re here! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:05 PM EST

@hohmsclass Hey man, great to see you! #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:06 PM EST

Q1: What does "best practice" represent to you? What is a best practice that has yielded results in 2015? #divergED

BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:06 PM EST

@nalang1 thanks! glad I could make it! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:06 PM EST

@bsepe7 Hey bud, glad you’re here! #divergED

bsepe7 Dec 29 @ 8:06 PM EST

@nalang1 Good to be here Nathan! Hope things are going well #divergED

brewerhm Dec 29 @ 8:06 PM EST

Greetings all - all best for new year! Hamish from VA here #divergED

carrie2226 Dec 29 @ 8:07 PM EST

#divergEd Carrie elementary teacher nj

bsepe7 Dec 29 @ 8:07 PM EST

@heffrey Jeff, good to see you here, I hope things are going well man! #divergED

BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:07 PM EST

A1 those practices that yield the greatest results for that student at that time-what has research/past evidence shown us to work #divergEd

hohmsclass Dec 29 @ 8:07 PM EST

@nalang1 Nice to see you too man! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:08 PM EST

@brewerhm Hi Hamish, great to see you! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:08 PM EST

@carrie2226 Hi Carrie, glad you’re here! #divergED

mdeHSD Dec 29 @ 8:08 PM EST

Hi #diverged! 30 min is just my style on holiday. Michelle, elementary ed, Oregon

brewerhm Dec 29 @ 8:08 PM EST

@nalang1 and you as always - hope all is well #divergED

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:08 PM EST

@bsepe7 you too sir! Happy almost new year! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:08 PM EST

@mdeHSD Awesome, we totally get it! Glad you’re here! #divergED

SeanAThom Dec 29 @ 8:08 PM EST

A1: Best practice means finding methods to improve schools that actually work & are effective. Must approach w/ objective eye! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:09 PM EST

RTQ1: What does "best practice" represent to you? What is a best practice that has yielded results in 2015? #divergED

dcorr1 Dec 29 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1: best practice - what we know works best for all our learners #divergEd

drneilgupta Dec 29 @ 8:09 PM EST

Neil Gupta, Director of Secondary Ed., from Columbus, Ohio! #divergED

brewerhm Dec 29 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1: best practices looks like doing. What's best for children - focusing on their needs to make them amazing! Being relentless!!#divergED

bsepe7 Dec 29 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1: researched practices like balanced literacy components (shared reading, interactive writing, read-aloud, ind. reading) #divergED

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1) Best practice is fluid and unique to your situation. We can overuse that term in Ed as a standard that holds for all. #diverged

mdeHSD Dec 29 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: Best practice is what worked for ME given my classroom data. Success: small group math rotations. We are rocking it! #diverged

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: A best practice is an action with a research-base, or preferably, an evidence-base; it's had a positive impact on S outcomes #divergED

carrie2226 Dec 29 @ 8:10 PM EST

#divergEd a1 lessons/units that yield not only desired results but lead 2deep study on topics. In 2015 it has been the use of morning mtgs

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:10 PM EST

Yes, not just an ideation and theory, but what moves, transforms, etc. Nice! #divergED https://t.co/UfQMuu6rfF

SeanAThom Dec 29 @ 8:08 PM EST

A1: Best practice means finding methods to improve schools that actually work & are effective. Must approach w/ objective eye! #divergED

drneilgupta Dec 29 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: A research-based strategy that provides growth to student learning. #divergED

BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:10 PM EST

agree-what works for 1 place/student not always what works another place/student/ time need objectivity #divergED https://t.co/GFKSmdyau1

SeanAThom Dec 29 @ 8:08 PM EST

A1: Best practice means finding methods to improve schools that actually work & are effective. Must approach w/ objective eye! #divergED

hohmsclass Dec 29 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1. Best practice=researched methods/strategies that guarantee growth/learning for Ss. Where we should be spending our effort! #divergED

SeanAThom Dec 29 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: Best practice this year was getting my staff involved in all levels of decision-making process. A team approach for a team! #divergED

AaronJPena Dec 29 @ 8:10 PM EST

Aaron from TX. Hello! #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:10 PM EST

@drneilgupta Hey man! Great to see you! #divergED

SantosVerardo Dec 29 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1 what works for improving schools for kids. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:11 PM EST

Q2 Coming up in 1 minute... #divergED

drneilgupta Dec 29 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1: We are utilizing the strategy of teacher-based teams to review student work and share learning outcomes. #divergED

drneilgupta Dec 29 @ 8:11 PM EST

@nalang1 All is well, Brother! #divergED

SeanAThom Dec 29 @ 8:11 PM EST

@BDicksonNV Exactly! Sometimes we want things to work so badly that we lose that necessary objectivity! #divergED

brewerhm Dec 29 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1: Be Careful not to get closed into what folks take for granted as best practices - be available to think outside the box!! #Diverged

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1) shaking it up a bit -research based yes...but often research from 20 years ago that people still hold onto as "Best practice." #diverged

BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1 we also need to be willing to stop practices when they don't work for us-regardless of others 'research' #divergED

bsepe7 Dec 29 @ 8:12 PM EST

@drneilgupta Those conversations will be so powerful, congrats! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:12 PM EST

Q2: When trying something that had never been done, how did you get others to follow you? #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:12 PM EST

Absolutely, best practices can become jargon & shut down potential innovation because of the connotation. #divergED https://t.co/G5ojl7hEiI

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1) Best practice is fluid and unique to your situation. We can overuse that term in Ed as a standard that holds for all. #diverged

ElisaBostwick Dec 29 @ 8:12 PM EST

Elisabeth from NY here. Just jumping in! I finished an awesome game of Uno with my son and am now ready for #divergED!

SeanAThom Dec 29 @ 8:12 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick Great seeing you! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:12 PM EST

@AaronJPena Hey Aaron, glad you’re here! #divergED

dcorr1 Dec 29 @ 8:12 PM EST

@WeberEducation Those practices can mean teachers reaching into new territory to do what's best for kids #divergED

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:12 PM EST

@BDicksonNV completely agree! We can hide behind "best practice" and in turn avoid truly best practice for kids. #diverged #leadupchat

drneilgupta Dec 29 @ 8:12 PM EST

@bsepe7 I agree! Providing time and a protocol to share results from common assessments brings best practices on the table! #divergED

BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:12 PM EST

Exactly-when we try new things we create the research base for that practice-be willing to step outside #divergED https://t.co/uV7OohIjhY

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1) shaking it up a bit -research based yes...but often research from 20 years ago that people still hold onto as "Best practice." #diverged

SantosVerardo Dec 29 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1 what worked in 2015 was refining balanced literacy practices at my school. An emphasis on teaching the reader- not the book. #divergED

bethhill2829 Dec 29 @ 8:13 PM EST

A2: LOTS of sharing! Excitement and sharing of passion is contagious! #divergED

AaronJPena Dec 29 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1: Best practice ~ collaborating w/other Ts over lesson design. #diverged

yankee_todd Dec 29 @ 8:13 PM EST

Hi! Todd from San Antonio,Texas. I am a principal of a middle school. #divergED

drneilgupta Dec 29 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1: I think about the high yield strategies when the idea of best practices comes up - prove it is effective! #divergED

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:13 PM EST

@nalang1 Thanks brotha. Always enjoy joining you and @WeberEducation when I can. Great thinking at #divergED

SeanAThom Dec 29 @ 8:13 PM EST

A2: Have to approach cautiously & plan for possible kickback. Must explain logic for decision to all stakeholders. Share with all! #divergED

SantosVerardo Dec 29 @ 8:13 PM EST

A2 getting them involved in the planning. Lots of discussion #divergED

hohmsclass Dec 29 @ 8:14 PM EST

Right-there are so many factors at work in all of our schools. No one magic pill that'll fix all problems. #divergED https://t.co/FaL8ltwCAz

BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1 we also need to be willing to stop practices when they don't work for us-regardless of others 'research' #divergED

BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:14 PM EST

so true-leveled reading perfect example of best practice that shows minimal success-about balance for Ss #divergED https://t.co/Fgqaafa5W9

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:12 PM EST

@BDicksonNV completely agree! We can hide behind "best practice" and in turn avoid truly best practice for kids. #diverged #leadupchat

SeanAThom Dec 29 @ 8:14 PM EST

So true! That excitement can be contagious! When others see the passion, it is hard not to get pumped up! #divergED https://t.co/3O5B7dSuAr

bethhill2829 Dec 29 @ 8:13 PM EST

A2: LOTS of sharing! Excitement and sharing of passion is contagious! #divergED

mdeHSD Dec 29 @ 8:14 PM EST

A2: I need to put myself out there more, but I do share until I get a taker. Making time is usually the enemy for others to grow. #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:14 PM EST

You have to ask yourself. Who thinks it’s best? Why? Who practices it? Still relevant? #divergED

drneilgupta Dec 29 @ 8:14 PM EST

@BDicksonNV Amen! This is the only way to take things off the plate - I'm sure it might help a little but not get maximum results #divergED

brewerhm Dec 29 @ 8:14 PM EST

Boom! Stay current , stay relevant and authentic! Don't become archaic! #divergED https://t.co/WKfvVAJbki

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1) shaking it up a bit -research based yes...but often research from 20 years ago that people still hold onto as "Best practice." #diverged

bsepe7 Dec 29 @ 8:14 PM EST

@drneilgupta Absolutely Neil! It will push the entire group into action #divergED

dcorr1 Dec 29 @ 8:14 PM EST

A2: communication is key. Ts need to feel supported and free to take risks as they make changes with best practice #divergEd

yankee_todd Dec 29 @ 8:14 PM EST

A2: learn from mistakes - roll out slowly - share rationale & why. Highlight success &assist w/areas of concern. Support &praise. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:14 PM EST

@SantosVerardo Hi Santos, great to see you! #divergED

BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:15 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick Hey Liz! #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:15 PM EST

RTQ2: When trying something that had never been done, how did you get others to follow you? #divergED

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:15 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick you won right! Good to see you Lis! #diverged

bethhill2829 Dec 29 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2: Communicate! Keep others informed and updated. Share successes and keep the focus on how it is best for KIDS. #divergED

SeanAThom Dec 29 @ 8:15 PM EST

@yankee_todd If we don't learn from our mistakes, we are doomed to repeat them. I feel this happens way too often in schools... #divergED

drneilgupta Dec 29 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2: Model it and invite others at the beginning. It's all about the first follower: https://t.co/ToIeKj3Gwt #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:15 PM EST

@drneilgupta Fantastic! Collaborative reflection of shared practices. #divergED

BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2 about showing results & being willing to seek input to improve-if you do something that works share it & seek feedback #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2: We respectively process the change: why, how, when, who, what PD, what will improve; then we pilot in a grade level & learn... #divergED

ElisaBostwick Dec 29 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2 Shared purpose, how it supports our vision, and connected with all levels to cause waves of influence. Supported & encouraged. #divergED

CRHeitz Dec 29 @ 8:16 PM EST

Clint from Bettendorf, IA jumping in late. HS English. A2: Engaged others in brainstorming. Also, showed success #divergED

bethhill2829 Dec 29 @ 8:16 PM EST

I showed this to staff at the beginning of the school year! The lone nut! #divergED https://t.co/1paHZRfm1M

drneilgupta Dec 29 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2: Model it and invite others at the beginning. It's all about the first follower: https://t.co/ToIeKj3Gwt #divergED

hohmsclass Dec 29 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2. It takes a team of invested people to make the best/most effective change/initiatives happen. #teamworkmakesthedreamwork #divergED

yankee_todd Dec 29 @ 8:16 PM EST

@SeanAThom - great point and sadly, I think you are correct. #divergED

drneilgupta Dec 29 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2: We study the research together - the journey is just as important. #divergED

SantosVerardo Dec 29 @ 8:16 PM EST

Glad I could make it. In the car on the way to the airport!! #divergED @nalang1

carrie2226 Dec 29 @ 8:16 PM EST

#divergEd a2 EXCITEMENT!!!!! Provide evidence! Share! I blog about it! My students show excitement and it spreads!

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:17 PM EST

Q3 Coming up in 1 minute... #divergED

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2) have a pioneer model it for others in ur building/district. Helps to attract early adopters & become systemic. Remove barriers #divergED

brewerhm Dec 29 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2: Trust, open to Doing whatever it takes for children, not accepting average or status quo! Wanting to push boundaries & lead! #Diverged

ElisaBostwick Dec 29 @ 8:17 PM EST

I always appreciate this one! #divergED https://t.co/8rrOP8Y3Pt

drneilgupta Dec 29 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2: Model it and invite others at the beginning. It's all about the first follower: https://t.co/ToIeKj3Gwt #divergED

bsepe7 Dec 29 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2: focus on "student-centered" conversations. Highlight the bright spots and shape the path of possibility #divergED

SeanAThom Dec 29 @ 8:17 PM EST

@hohmsclass Great point! People need to be invested in dream otherwise chances of success are slim!Must find way to create buy-in! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:17 PM EST

@bethhill2829 Yay Bethany! Great to see you friend! Amen on that being contagious! You’re sharing is evidence of that. #divergED

drneilgupta Dec 29 @ 8:17 PM EST

@SantosVerardo I agree - it's not something we do TO people - it's what we do WITH them. #divergED

ElisaBostwick Dec 29 @ 8:17 PM EST

@SeanAThom Same to you Sean! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:17 PM EST

@yankee_todd Hi Todd, glad you’re here! #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:18 PM EST

Q3: To what best practice - an ACTION that will transform teaching and learning - do you commit in 2016? #divergED

ElisaBostwick Dec 29 @ 8:18 PM EST

@BDicksonNV Hey there Ben! #divergED

CRHeitz Dec 29 @ 8:18 PM EST

Absolutely! And the only way to build this trust is through quality relationships with Ts and Ss. #divergED https://t.co/AyuAYvBJ5c

brewerhm Dec 29 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2: Trust, open to Doing whatever it takes for children, not accepting average or status quo! Wanting to push boundaries & lead! #Diverged

mdeHSD Dec 29 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: I think educators are more apt to listen to new if you have shared failures with them. Otherwise you come across as know-itall #diverged

yankee_todd Dec 29 @ 8:18 PM EST

@nalang1 - thx! Glad I could be here. Where are most folks from? #divergED

dcorr1 Dec 29 @ 8:18 PM EST

Collaboration working toward a common and shared vision/goal helps Ts with change #divergED https://t.co/jDCPWgyNb2

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:15 PM EST

@drneilgupta Fantastic! Collaborative reflection of shared practices. #divergED

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:18 PM EST

Best practice never equals compliance. Sometimes mandates are confused by educators as best practice. #divergED

ElisaBostwick Dec 29 @ 8:18 PM EST

@heffrey Good to see you as well! #divergED

gallianstone Dec 29 @ 8:18 PM EST

*cough*ABA*cough* sorry, something stuck in my throat. #spedchat #autism #divergED https://t.co/rSDt7ZUIPT

BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1 we also need to be willing to stop practices when they don't work for us-regardless of others 'research' #divergED

SeanAThom Dec 29 @ 8:18 PM EST

Always say buy-in & cultural change is not that difficult to achieve. Thanks for the road map Jeff! #divergED https://t.co/TYzLOGrq1I

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2) have a pioneer model it for others in ur building/district. Helps to attract early adopters & become systemic. Remove barriers #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:18 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick Yay! Always great to see you friend! #divergED

teacherslens Dec 29 @ 8:18 PM EST

#divergED a1: best practices? for reading, the read-aloud handbook, strangely much of it is not research based https://t.co/9so3CrG1de

sayscye Dec 29 @ 8:18 PM EST

#divergED A2. I believe you must give and get input. If it's working and going well spread the word. If it's not, ask and tweak.

drneilgupta Dec 29 @ 8:19 PM EST

A3: As an administrator, I commit to being more visible in buildings and learning more about the culture of each building! #divergED

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:19 PM EST

@drneilgupta such a classic! so good to use at a PD. Thanks for sharing again Neil. #divergED

teacherslens Dec 29 @ 8:19 PM EST

good evening to all first time on #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:19 PM EST

@CRHeitz Hi Clint, great to see you, glad you’re here! #divergED

hohmsclass Dec 29 @ 8:19 PM EST

@teacherslens Welcome! #divergED

drneilgupta Dec 29 @ 8:19 PM EST

@heffrey I am amazed by how many still haven't see it. Yes - we need to spread the word! #divergED

ElisaBostwick Dec 29 @ 8:19 PM EST

TRUTH! #divergED https://t.co/0KCweem3zG

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:18 PM EST

Best practice never equals compliance. Sometimes mandates are confused by educators as best practice. #divergED

CRHeitz Dec 29 @ 8:19 PM EST

@nalang1 Thanks for the welcome! Glad to be here. #divergED

BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3 my focus is to be less helpful-we need to create productive struggle for ourselves/Ss/Ts -challenges with support #divergED

yankee_todd Dec 29 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3: providing authentic feedback to staff, leadership team & myself! #divergED https://t.co/uJc7Jqdc86

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:18 PM EST

Q3: To what best practice - an ACTION that will transform teaching and learning - do you commit in 2016? #divergED

bethhill2829 Dec 29 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3: I want to focus more on strengths as a strategy for closing the gap, rather than interventions to target deficits. #divergED

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:20 PM EST

As always so great to see many of the #Leadupchat tribe being healthy disruptors at #diverged. Not suprised!

bsepe7 Dec 29 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3: Pushing student-centered, accountable talk in reading and writing. Partnerships, book-clubs, and grand conversations #divergED

carrie2226 Dec 29 @ 8:20 PM EST

#divergEd a3 STEAM. Huge success coding this year with Ss moving on to putting that into action in new year

ElisaBostwick Dec 29 @ 8:20 PM EST

@nalang1 Great to see you as well, Nathan! Always enjoy #divergED

hohmsclass Dec 29 @ 8:20 PM EST

@BDicksonNV And in doing that, you are really being MORE helpful in the long run! #divergED

SeanAThom Dec 29 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3: To being more active in my #PLN this year. I get caught up in emotional aspect of my school but I will be better! #divergED #leadupchat

mdeHSD Dec 29 @ 8:20 PM EST

@carrie2226 Yes! Until I mentored new Ts I had a hard time identifying details that led 2 success in class. Teaching=art/science #diverged

bethhill2829 Dec 29 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3: More opportunities for kids to discover their genius. This means rethinking scheduling, separated components of inst., etc. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:21 PM EST

RTQ3: To what best practice - an ACTION that will transform teaching and learning - do you commit in 2016? #divergED

cherandpete Dec 29 @ 8:21 PM EST

We can choose to teach to the test or teach the child. Child trumps test every time. #5thchat #divergED https://t.co/trxHQvQHQN

blueegg3r Dec 29 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2 - #5thchat When I am more focused on plowing through the curriculum to prepare for the almighty TEST therefore not following my Ss!!!

hohmsclass Dec 29 @ 8:21 PM EST

A3. Committed to making vocabulary acquisition more and more authentic this year. #divergED

BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:21 PM EST

right on! what can Ss do & how do we build on that to support needs-understand how each S learns #divergED https://t.co/cJ1d2kfipG

bethhill2829 Dec 29 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3: I want to focus more on strengths as a strategy for closing the gap, rather than interventions to target deficits. #divergED

CRHeitz Dec 29 @ 8:21 PM EST

A3: I've begun reflecting via blogging to make it more transparent and meaningful. I commit to continuing & improving that in 2016 #divergED

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:21 PM EST

@SeanAThom hey sir great to see your great ideas tonight at #diverged. Happy almost New Year's.

dcorr1 Dec 29 @ 8:21 PM EST

A3: Committed to walk-through conversations with my teachers re best practice and student learning #divergEd

teacherslens Dec 29 @ 8:21 PM EST

#divergED a3: immersion, space and time for affective, ethical, aesthetic connection to learning, see post https://t.co/5VoFpqfFOb #edchat

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:21 PM EST

This master teacher knows what he is talking about...student centered. #diverged https://t.co/1GXTOvnNGn

bsepe7 Dec 29 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2: focus on "student-centered" conversations. Highlight the bright spots and shape the path of possibility #divergED

SeanAThom Dec 29 @ 8:21 PM EST

More effective to focus on strengths as a means to fix the weaknesses! I second this commitment! #diverged https://t.co/CeJbri0Rv8

bethhill2829 Dec 29 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3: I want to focus more on strengths as a strategy for closing the gap, rather than interventions to target deficits. #divergED

ElisaBostwick Dec 29 @ 8:22 PM EST

Excellent! When we provide too much support others can't strengthen. #divergED https://t.co/DmW9VNfAmF

BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3 my focus is to be less helpful-we need to create productive struggle for ourselves/Ss/Ts -challenges with support #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:22 PM EST

A3 We commit to "properly" leveraging blended learning so that teaching and learning are truly, and positively, transformed. #divergED

sayscye Dec 29 @ 8:22 PM EST

#divergED A3. Listening. I believe it changes EVERYTHING. I try hard now to listen to staff, students and parents, but I know I can do more

SeanAThom Dec 29 @ 8:22 PM EST

@heffrey Likewise and same to you! #divergED

brewerhm Dec 29 @ 8:22 PM EST

A3: Not letting interventions get in the way of great instruction, keeping a laser focus #Diverged

bsepe7 Dec 29 @ 8:22 PM EST

@heffrey Thanks Jeff, I really appreciate that! #divergED

BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:22 PM EST

Vocab also huge goal for me this coming year-we know that prior knowledge & vocab hold back many learners #DivergEd https://t.co/Mf9pcMkNb1

hohmsclass Dec 29 @ 8:21 PM EST

A3. Committed to making vocabulary acquisition more and more authentic this year. #divergED

bethhill2829 Dec 29 @ 8:22 PM EST

A3: I will live my #oneword2016 which is... (coming soon) #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:22 PM EST

Don’t let “best practices” numb a powerful strategy. Take off the BP mask and tell us the when, why, and how. #divergED

CRHeitz Dec 29 @ 8:23 PM EST

Flexible scheduling seems to be gaining a lot of traction. I've been appreciating more #MTSS, too. #divergED https://t.co/FGQmdBK9Jd

bethhill2829 Dec 29 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3: More opportunities for kids to discover their genius. This means rethinking scheduling, separated components of inst., etc. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:23 PM EST

Q4 Coming up in 1 minute... #divergED

mdeHSD Dec 29 @ 8:23 PM EST

A3: Actively sharing and modeling what is going well in class on a larger scale. I take my talent for granted. #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:23 PM EST

@teacherslens Hi Chris, great to have you a part of #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:23 PM EST

@sayscye Hi Stephanie, glad you’re here! #divergED

SantosVerardo Dec 29 @ 8:23 PM EST

A3 committed to giving my teachers enough time- consistently- to look at student work and discuss instructional implications. #divergED

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:23 PM EST

A3) Learning over education. Kids are over saturated w/ "education." Yes to authentic opportunities to construct genuine learning. #diverged

bsepe7 Dec 29 @ 8:23 PM EST

@carrie2226 Perfect Carrie, i'd love to hear more about how this work goes in January! #divergED

ElisaBostwick Dec 29 @ 8:24 PM EST

Awesome! I've seen an increase in cog. engagement & empowerment of student voice when they practice this. #divergED https://t.co/K0SozYufq1

bsepe7 Dec 29 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3: Pushing student-centered, accountable talk in reading and writing. Partnerships, book-clubs, and grand conversations #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:24 PM EST

Q4: Why does education/our students need your compelling action to happen? #divergED

bethhill2829 Dec 29 @ 8:24 PM EST

Yeeesssssss!!! Retweet, like, star, heart! #divergED https://t.co/6fofuxI6Tg

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:23 PM EST

A3) Learning over education. Kids are over saturated w/ "education." Yes to authentic opportunities to construct genuine learning. #diverged

CRHeitz Dec 29 @ 8:24 PM EST

I have a similar goal, but I tend to fall into the "who would want to listen" category. #divergED https://t.co/A3CGkydlvX

mdeHSD Dec 29 @ 8:23 PM EST

A3: Actively sharing and modeling what is going well in class on a larger scale. I take my talent for granted. #diverged

bethhill2829 Dec 29 @ 8:24 PM EST

A4: We are losing kids b/c we are too focused on what they CAN'T do instead of what they CAN and COULD do! #soapbox #CAPS #divergED

AaronJPena Dec 29 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3: Focus on individual Ss rather than only looking at grade-level or class averages. #diverged

bsepe7 Dec 29 @ 8:24 PM EST

Powerful reality! #divergED https://t.co/tNGXZuydPw

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:23 PM EST

A3) Learning over education. Kids are over saturated w/ "education." Yes to authentic opportunities to construct genuine learning. #diverged

yankee_todd Dec 29 @ 8:24 PM EST

@SantosVerardo - what ideas do you have to give T more time? #divergED

CRHeitz Dec 29 @ 8:25 PM EST

A4: Through reflecting on my practices & WITH my Ss and colleagues, all have a chance to grow & give feedback. #divergED

BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:25 PM EST

A4 ending the culture of always having to b right-get the A-we need to embrace risk & celebrate small wins & look longterm #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:25 PM EST

@bethhill2829 Boom agreed! @heffrey #divergED

mdeHSD Dec 29 @ 8:25 PM EST

@CRHeitz Yep- "Since I thought of it, it surely isn't original" probs! #divergED

teacherslens Dec 29 @ 8:25 PM EST

#divergED thinking on words as tools for accessing concepts, HMW start with concepts to pull along vocab? #situatED https://t.co/cORUy99Ehe

BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:22 PM EST
Vocab also huge goal for me this coming year-we know that prior knowledge & vocab hold back many learners #DivergEd https://t.co/Mf9pcMkNb1
- hohmsclass Dec 29 @ 8:21 PM EST
  
  A3. Committed to making vocabulary acquisition more and more authentic this year. #divergED

ElisaBostwick Dec 29 @ 8:25 PM EST

@brewerhm Time out of the class is an issue with interventions. It creates a struggle when learners are missing huge chunks. #divergED

BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:26 PM EST

System has created this-you need to go to this class because you cant.... not because you can #divergED https://t.co/qhCvjyNc2I

bethhill2829 Dec 29 @ 8:24 PM EST

A4: We are losing kids b/c we are too focused on what they CAN'T do instead of what they CAN and COULD do! #soapbox #CAPS #divergED

SeanAThom Dec 29 @ 8:26 PM EST

A4: To improve my school, I need to be better. Cannot have accountability if I'm not accountable for my development! #bethechange #divergED

CRHeitz Dec 29 @ 8:26 PM EST

A4+ My commitment to relationships with Ss and colleagues will help others take risks, find new paths, and commit to their "art" #divergED

dcorr1 Dec 29 @ 8:26 PM EST

A4: Ss need Ts to be reflective and mindful about their professional practice -walk through conversations can support that #divergEd

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:26 PM EST

Awesome choice of words here! Let’s commit to forging these paths! #divergED https://t.co/NqDJnmwPBh

bsepe7 Dec 29 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2: focus on "student-centered" conversations. Highlight the bright spots and shape the path of possibility #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:27 PM EST

RTQ4: Why does education/our students need your compelling action to happen? #divergED

carrie2226 Dec 29 @ 8:27 PM EST

#divergEd a4 bc life is Not a test it's an ongoing experiment in creativity and problem solving. STEAM creates stamina to succeed in life

CRHeitz Dec 29 @ 8:27 PM EST

#Agreed #divergED https://t.co/6tWaYzGs32

dcorr1 Dec 29 @ 8:26 PM EST

A4: Ss need Ts to be reflective and mindful about their professional practice -walk through conversations can support that #divergEd

drneilgupta Dec 29 @ 8:27 PM EST

@sayscye I tried that - I need to just set actual meetings in the buildings and be there. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:27 PM EST

Suspense… No fair ;) #divergED https://t.co/R1qtIs70ZS

bethhill2829 Dec 29 @ 8:22 PM EST

A3: I will live my #oneword2016 which is... (coming soon) #divergED

teacherslens Dec 29 @ 8:27 PM EST

#divergED the coolest things I’ve ever done/learned in life happened because someone or something pushed/incited it https://t.co/aQH3VPlvw2

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:24 PM EST

Q4: Why does education/our students need your compelling action to happen? #divergED

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:27 PM EST

@SantosVerardo and your teachers will thank you. Time is something that all teachers need, talk about a best practice. #divergED #leadupchat

BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:27 PM EST

flip learning to have Ss build their own prior knowledge-use text sets to build vocab #divergEd https://t.co/9zUMDHMAMn

teacherslens Dec 29 @ 8:25 PM EST
#divergED thinking on words as tools for accessing concepts, HMW start with concepts to pull along vocab? #situatED https://t.co/cORUy99Ehe
- BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:22 PM EST
  
  Vocab also huge goal for me this coming year-we know that prior knowledge & vocab hold back many learners #DivergEd https://t.co/Mf9pcMkNb1
  
  hohmsclass Dec 29 @ 8:21 PM EST
  
  A3. Committed to making vocabulary acquisition more and more authentic this year. #divergED

dcorr1 Dec 29 @ 8:27 PM EST

@yankee_todd @SantosVerardo Scheduling common planning time can help where staffing allows #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:28 PM EST

A4: Society is changing, workplaces r changing, students r changing; ed. must change too; we can do better; continuous improvement #divergED

mdeHSD Dec 29 @ 8:28 PM EST

A4: Ss know when Ts are fully invested and when they arent. Ss need great Ts collaborating and widening our circles! #diverged

drneilgupta Dec 29 @ 8:28 PM EST

A4: We need to sift through all the "stuff" and be deliberate with our time with students. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:28 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick @brewerhm Lis, whoa, yes big ol elephant that you addressed. So crucial for not letting processes hinder progress. #divergED

CRHeitz Dec 29 @ 8:28 PM EST

Excited for my first #LLLchat coming up in a few minutes. I'll be double dipping with that and #divergED

BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:28 PM EST

@drneilgupta has inspired me-working on my #oneword post as we speak #divergED https://t.co/YYFhvpKLI2

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:27 PM EST
Suspense… No fair ;) #divergED https://t.co/R1qtIs70ZS
- bethhill2829 Dec 29 @ 8:22 PM EST
  
  A3: I will live my #oneword2016 which is... (coming soon) #divergED

Field3rdG Dec 29 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3: intentional provide opportunities to fail and be challenged and then work with students to self reflect @Field3rdG #divergED

SeanAThom Dec 29 @ 8:28 PM EST

@WeberEducation We CAN be better and we MUST be better. Our kids are too important for us not to be the best we can be! #divergED

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:29 PM EST

A4) If not me, then who? Stand in the gap and be the voice of change. All anyone can tell you is no, be true to yourself. #diverged

getwhatugive Dec 29 @ 8:29 PM EST

#divergED most effective way to engage students, cultivate skills and advance learning is to stimulate their hearts https://t.co/dAI1jzc1EP

yankee_todd Dec 29 @ 8:29 PM EST

A4: we need to remember our Why & keep the main thing the main thing! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:29 PM EST

@teacherslens And you return the favor by empowering and pushing back! :) #divergED

ElisaBostwick Dec 29 @ 8:29 PM EST

A4 We'd be teaching yesterday's kids, yesterday's way. We need authentic, relevant, engaging learning that empowers learners! #divergED

drneilgupta Dec 29 @ 8:29 PM EST

Thanks, @BDicksonNV - glad you liked my latest blog: https://t.co/lYeDv9R4G1 #divergED https://t.co/9yVHy1x32a

BDicksonNV Dec 29 @ 8:28 PM EST
@drneilgupta has inspired me-working on my #oneword post as we speak #divergED https://t.co/YYFhvpKLI2
- nalang1 - Moderator Dec 29 @ 8:27 PM EST
  
  Suspense… No fair ;) #divergED https://t.co/R1qtIs70ZS
  
  bethhill2829 Dec 29 @ 8:22 PM EST
  
  A3: I will live my #oneword2016 which is... (coming soon) #divergED

heffrey Dec 29 @ 8:29 PM EST

@AaronJPena behind every number is A student. We get in the business to change one life but can lose focus. Thanks Aaron. #divergED