#TMchat Archive
Current and relevant education discussions are held every Tuesday in #TMchat. A weekly guest moderator, considered an expert on the the week's topic, joins @conniehamilton to guide the one hour chat and actively engage with participants. Founder and moderator @conniehamilton supplies her responses to the week's questions visually in Thinking Maps.
Sunday December 20, 2015
Join and talk METACOGNITION right now!
Hello ! Happy to join tonight and not have to worry about schoolwork! Woot! Woot!
Hi I am Terry! I'm a 2nd grade T in Fl! Metacognition is one of my favorite topics to discuss! Thanks for joining us!
I'm Connie Hamilton. Terry Stoufer and I are your moderators tonight. Let the introductions begin. https://t.co/syTDGX6yhb
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Hello . Carol ELA consultant from Long Island stopping in.
Glad to see you here, Carol!
Hi Carol, happy to see you here!
Hi Jenna, glad you are here!
I'm a L-O-N-G way from home ... Leading from LA in Cali tonight. THINK SNOW!!!
My fav chat each week begins now with . Meredith from IL, principal - SO happy to be here
I love it too. So honored to help moderate.
Kelly from Kansas. I work in the field of professional learning
Thanks for moderating tonight!
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My fav chat each week begins now with . Meredith from IL, principal - SO happy to be here
Thanks for joining us tonight. Look forward to learning alongside you.
I see that you are a baker, Connie. I spent the afternoon being creative with my baking.
Jillian, 2nd grade teacher, Texas
Nice. This will be right up your alley, then.
Thanks for joining us tonight Arina!
Jessy Thompson from Michigan's beautiful lakeshore! ELA, communications, debate, theater arts, and an amateur blogger,
Have been benefiting from your input in for months now. 'bout time you lead a chat. https://t.co/zKbrVOl17C
I love it too. So honored to help moderate.
Desiree 3rd from MI. Hoping to stay awake tonight for
Hi Jillian, glad you are here
Barb in Minnesota, thinking about thinking
I sooo enjoy TEXAS. Welcome, Jillian.
Good luck! It is late there!
Hopefully you won't have an alarm clock going off tomorrow morning.
Hi Desiree, happy to see you here
Mary, 2nd grade teacher from VA . First time here
Ken Gordon, reader & writer in Boston, ready to get meta! .
Sheila, Instructional Specialist on Elem. campus in Texas. This is my first visit. Very excited
not for teaching purposes anyway :)
Thanks for investing time into sharing more about metacognition! It's one of my students' favorite things!
I do, but for the airport :)
Hello everyone! Nardi, here, from Florida. No alarm clock for me in the morning :)
Good evening! What's tweeting? Stephan, academic coordinator based in Rio de Janeiro
Lakeshore? Where are you? .
Happy to have you here to chat with us!
A1: metacognition leverages learning; deep understanding and purposeful reflection occurs when we think about thinking
Mary! Glad to see you here at one of my favorite chats.
MI is well represented tonight. It's much different to run at 7pm (I"m in Cali right now.) https://t.co/QcpMgCtq8Q
Desiree 3rd from MI. Hoping to stay awake tonight for
Airport? Hopefully to some tropical island lacking snow and ice.
A1 Metacognition - thinking about own thinking; intentional awareness of one's own thinking and learning
Thanks for coming to tonight
Thanks! Been a while, but this is one of my favorite chats & love the topic! 2nd graders empowered w/ this.
You know is moving to 9pm EST in 2016. This is the last 10pm chat.
Metacognition is how we think about how we think. :D
Close...Chicago :) It has been 60 there!
Jet/oceanlinerconniehamilton = busy life!
Hello Kelly, would love to connect and hear your thoughts about professional learning.
Hi there, Mary. You ready for holidays?
A1: Metacognition is thinking about your thinking. It is the greatest tool we can give to Ss to help them dig deep and understand.
. Thanks, Terry. Interested to learn (quickly) about metacognition.
A1 thinking about one’s thinking. Awareness and understand of how one thinks. Ss aware of what they know and don’t know.
Guess I didn't realize you were from Boston, Ken. Welcome back to
A1. Ts teaching Ss to think about thinking
I live two hours from there. Have a wonderful time.
The reflection is huge! I love to see how deep they can actually go. https://t.co/O4V6H6p2Of
A1: metacognition leverages learning; deep understanding and purposeful reflection occurs when we think about thinking
Hello Sandra from Ottawa Ontario joining in.
You're going to LOVE ... I have great tweeps here tonight.
Yes to empowering learners with metacognition! https://t.co/ADoDzYuxaj
Thanks! Been a while, but this is one of my favorite chats & love the topic! 2nd graders empowered w/ this.
meta cognition is thinking about my thinking.
A1: thinking about how me think. What influences us. Reminds me of book Blink by Gladwell
. Did I just mess up our relationship with that confession? Are you a Yankees fan or something? ;)
A1: Being aware of your thinking and analyzing it.
Important word there...intentional. https://t.co/XB9jIHYgD6
A1 Metacognition - thinking about own thinking; intentional awareness of one's own thinking and learning
Wait.. you're an hour from Chicago? I'm about 4 hours from there. We should Tweet Up.
A1: Real life Slumdog Millionaire
A1:My 2nd graders would say it is thinking about your thinking. It's a fancy word. Try to look at our processes to improve outcomes.
A1: Metacognition- thinking about your thinking- focus on your goal!
critical detail: for learning. https://t.co/5kz0pyzno2
A1: metacognition leverages learning; deep understanding and purposeful reflection occurs when we think about thinking
Another word I love for this topic...awareness. https://t.co/f6gdikl94G
A1 thinking about one’s thinking. Awareness and understand of how one thinks. Ss aware of what they know and don’t know.
Yes! My hometown is 40 miles Northwest of the city.
. When I think of metacogition, I think of H. Bloom's idea of "self-overhearing." https://t.co/Mf3hCWZi7P That way off?
Ummm.. no. What do Yankees and Boston have to do with each other?
A1 Refer to it as feedback on self, collective group, & environment. Continuous improvement mindset to bring about increased success
I need a double bubble here. https://t.co/lOca7lXHhP
. Did I just mess up our relationship with that confession? Are you a Yankees fan or something? ;)
Great graphic-the noticing and wondering lead to deeper thinking. A1
Sounds like you speak of metacognition with your 7-8 year olds. https://t.co/CG7g3ScPGH
A1:My 2nd graders would say it is thinking about your thinking. It's a fancy word. Try to look at our processes to improve outcomes.
Use of plus delta quality tools helps Ss identify individual strengths & opportunities for improvement.
Absolutely! We need to begin young! https://t.co/mO5QTrboaZ
Sounds like you speak of metacognition with your 7-8 year olds. https://t.co/CG7g3ScPGH
A1:My 2nd graders would say it is thinking about your thinking. It's a fancy word. Try to look at our processes to improve outcomes.
-the definition is much easier than getting Ss to do it. Suggestions?
Bone diagram & force field analysis. Where we are, where we want to be, and strategies to get there.
A2 metacognition can be learned, facilitated, modeled, and guided. It can be practiced. It cannot be taught.
A2: We can use think alouds to show Ss our thinking and this can encourage them to do the same.
Watch the answers coming up. It changed me as a T to teach metacognition. https://t.co/PJbviTDK4k
-the definition is much easier than getting Ss to do it. Suggestions?
A2: teach metacognition like other complex, abstract ideas-scaffold concept, model using think aloud, expect it from all learners
Our new teacher evaluation tool has noticings and wonderings for every observation (6 per year)
A2: you can make someone aware that there are possible patterns of thinking and can trigger thinking but not create it
Deep thinking is what we want all children to do so they can become independent learners, Terry. A1
A2: Metacognition can be taught. It needs to be modeled, provide anchors for them to refer to, and time to practice and celebrate.
Help me. It can be learned, but not taught? https://t.co/bROj2YEvPJ
A2 metacognition can be learned, facilitated, modeled, and guided. It can be practiced. It cannot be taught.
A2: Yes. Use quality tools-plus delta for Ss to provide timely reflection on strengths & OFIs. Affinity diagram - trends & patterns.
You don't find modeling and guiding a piece of teaching? https://t.co/DGz03MZ3rb
A2 metacognition can be learned, facilitated, modeled, and guided. It can be practiced. It cannot be taught.
wow 6 observations for each t? Did I understand that correctly?
The process can be taught: Use formative assessments effectively & encouraging Ss to develop questions and be reflective thinkers
Stick with us tonight. We have suggestions for how to directly increase student use of metacognition.
A2: Metacognition can definitely be taught and modeled through think alouds I used it daily in the classroom.
A2: Kids have the wonderful and innate ability to construct new language based on learned patterns.
A2. YES! Ts can use mental models and tools like thinking maps to move Ss to a deeper level of thinking
A2 More complex quality tools - PDSA cycle & bone diagram along w/ force field analysis. How How or 5 Whys.
How do the teachers feel about this?
A2 Yes, by T model the thinking process. T give self-questions to promote S thinking about learning. Set goals, monitor & evaluate.
I think we need to be intentional in our teaching of it as well. Know it takes time.
A1: Why do I think that? How has my thinking changed? How have I grown as a learner? What will I do next?
A2.1 When we teach Ss to become aware of this process, like reading comprehension, we are teaching metacognition.
Yes ma'am. 5 Dimensions of teaching and Learning. Unannounced 15 minute observations. https://t.co/vFkDySgUzy
wow 6 observations for each t? Did I understand that correctly?
Agree-Time/opportunities to practice-key is to develop strategies and habit to use them! https://t.co/eO1Zko9UJi
A2: Metacognition can be taught. It needs to be modeled, provide anchors for them to refer to, and time to practice and celebrate.
That's where I started. How do I teach comprehension? Put me on a search, and this was gold I found! https://t.co/IsbZgznTVC
A2.1 When we teach Ss to become aware of this process, like reading comprehension, we are teaching metacognition.
A2. Explicit instruction is important for getting g Ss to thinking about thinking
<3 the graphic.Also apprciat that noticing, wondering, etc is included.Thnkng needs 2 b defined 4 some Ss. https://t.co/CsvLj5cChc
I like to think metacognition is honed ... the more it is practiced the better we get.
A2: Metacognition MUST be taught...modelling thinking...think-alouds...good questioning of thinking.
Absolutely! We call academic vocabulary words fancy words! Kiddos love to share! Empowered.
A2: "How do you know?" My favorite question to get Ss thinking.
A2: Ask students questions and teach them to ask themselves questions to teach metacognition: https://t.co/PhHvgfsBSm
A1: Why do I think that? How has my thinking changed? How have I grown as a learner? What will I do next?
who is in charge - a teacher or a student. Metacognition requires ss being in charge of the process.
, I am an APCS teacher, my Ss may be a bit different, not in a bad way😀
Begin on the first day of school! Life skill!
Great examples of metacognitve triggering questions. https://t.co/8ypoonqoOe
A1: Why do I think that? How has my thinking changed? How have I grown as a learner? What will I do next?
Good evening, . Brenda Valencia, from CA, joining in the conversation.
APCS? How are they different? https://t.co/feU9UXkNNa
, I am an APCS teacher, my Ss may be a bit different, not in a bad way😀
A2we must help students explore thinking through questioning. Teach self questioning and mp out thinking using maps
Glad you are here Brenda!
Seems like such a shift in classroom conversations. How can we assist other Ts in making this move?
I like to ask "Are you sure?" when the answer is CORRECT. https://t.co/79vR0WkUBu
A2: "How do you know?" My favorite question to get Ss thinking.
, they are very focused on content, they are focused on the AP exam. Not always on thinking.
A2: We can also teach Ss to think about where, when, and for how long they think, and how their thinking changes when they think
Hey... I'm in CA too, Brenda.
Great Q! It is so important. https://t.co/Skdk1GKOEL
Seems like such a shift in classroom conversations. How can we assist other Ts in making this move?
Evidence... love it! https://t.co/8A4KjVH9E4
I have studens asking each other "How do you know your answer is correct"?
A3 Thinking routines described by are all aimed to guide thinking at various points of learning
Concept of pay it forward now or pay it later. Begin to explore metacognition day one. All year to refine skill.
Love to track the changes in their thinking. Especially when another Ss gives them a new perspective. https://t.co/Ak7TOokBJi
A2: We can also teach Ss to think about where, when, and for how long they think, and how their thinking changes when they think
A3: Ss' awareness of learning objectives, scales, & progress focus Ss on thinking and learning, prompt them develop new strategies
. Teachers can use the soliloquy to demonstrate metacognition to kids. Shakespeare can help here!
We need to teach kids how to ask better questions ... ... the best questions get the best answers.
We use thinking strategies in math before approaching problems
A3: Activate knowledge throughout the day. Allow Ss to see how experiences and learning help them. Give them strategies to apply.
A3 Ss reflect on learning. My S use “Red” frame of reference when using Thinking Maps. What is my (cont) https://t.co/VOM0DE0R3V
Do you think a focus on effective questioning can help? https://t.co/VfhOBj7Cui
Seems like such a shift in classroom conversations. How can we assist other Ts in making this move?
And awareness of thinking in math
You can use to demonstrate metacog as well!
Metacog chap in Comprehension Connections gives examples of first lessons I taught to make metacog concrete https://t.co/s5xzsRFFXj
Of course, we need to allow time to explore, practice and share. Make their thinking visible and honored. https://t.co/7Gx7u8nTzR
yes, they are pieces of teaching, but metacognition requires more than that - an effort and agency from students.
Good night, I have seven classes to visit tomorrow and it's getting late for this NYer. Thanks for moderating, :-)
And THIS is why Jessy is our first guest moderator of 2016 for ! https://t.co/vN4w9utDZJ
A2: We can also teach Ss to think about where, when, and for how long they think, and how their thinking changes when they think
Would love to see what you use for Walk-throughs and add these to a Google form
Yes, when we allow it, they ask amazing questions. https://t.co/AYN3tWpz06
We need to teach kids how to ask better questions ... ... the best questions get the best answers.
A1: understanding how you learn
A3 Consensogram (perception of learning) & status check (prior knowledge of content). Pre-assessment of content. Ss share plus delta
The word might opens the doors for some students because it allows them to offer their thinking without as much judgement
This is interesting. Should we expect our Ss to be prepared for "pop quizzes"? https://t.co/zNYndhaIGM
Yes ma'am. 5 Dimensions of teaching and Learning. Unannounced 15 minute observations. https://t.co/vFkDySgUzy
wow 6 observations for each t? Did I understand that correctly?
A3: Close reading and reflection is one way. Here's an example of what this looks like in my classroom https://t.co/ODuF0TnEil
It is essential that Ss are reflective & ask questions. Also, they need to make clear connections to previous learning & real-life.
Just in case you need to know: an act of speaking one's thoughts aloud when by oneself. https://t.co/LQIxuMnb6z
. Teachers can use the soliloquy to demonstrate metacognition to kids. Shakespeare can help here!
Have to leave early. Happy holidays everyone!
SO excited about January 12th!!
A3: Awareness of knowledge used in class- S pre-assess vocab knowledge: 1. Never seen 2. Seen Don't Know 3. Think it Means 4.Know It
A3: Ss become more independent, self-reflective learners...taking greater ownership for their own learning.
The QFT can teach them how to be better questioners. https://t.co/eN7QnemOK6
We need to teach kids how to ask better questions ... ... the best questions get the best answers.
A3 Reflection before, during, & after instruction/learning activities in a safe environment. Value Ss feedback to improve.
Have you watched this take place over time?
Metacognition needs to be taught in a safe environment where all thinking is accepted and valued. https://t.co/cEk1mL6Xc6
The word might opens the doors for some students because it allows them to offer their thinking without as much judgement
T can ask, "what might lead a reader to think that? Where might the story be going? What might be some evidence to support that?
& I am going to have to say good night. It's been a long day. I hope to see the archives. TY.
Good night, thanks for stopping by.
A3: Student response/learning journals, reflecting on what they know, and how they know it. Use graffiti wall.
Student feedback is so important, and it is something we often ignore.
Glad you were here for a bit, thanks!
Love the idea of a graffiti wall.
sometimes our content restricts the depth of our standards ...
. Double-secret-metacognition?
What do you mean by that, Dennis?
What an opportunity! has been one of my focuses this year.
A3. Moving Ss to a deeper level of learning-blooms taxonomy. Culminating their learning with analyzing, evaluating & creating
It is always important to ask, and how does that help you to understand after they share their thinking.
A3 I usually don't realize my own until I reflect afterward. Yet, I get excited when my Ss verbalized theirs, especially mid lesson
Archives will be done lickity split tonight through https://t.co/Sow1hZyn8L
& I am going to have to say good night. It's been a long day. I hope to see the archives. TY.
A4 Metacognition helps learners develop awareness of their strengths and weaknesses as learners
A4 Metacognition developes application - thinking about the tasks/contexts of different learning situations; knowledge transfer
A4: Benefits: Deeper, more meaningful learning can result...S engagement can improve, stronger sense of self, greater independence.
A4: if students have awareness of their thinking, they can ask and respond to rigorous questions about learning & incr understanding
So true. Ss able to accurately pinpoint own strengths & OFIs. Share valuable insight on how they learn best. Growth mindset
'bout covers it. https://t.co/DSNepyys70
A4: Benefits: Deeper, more meaningful learning can result...S engagement can improve, stronger sense of self, greater independence.
A4: Problem solving skills
A4. How I would have loved as a Ss for someone to ask what I don't understand at the end of a lesson.
A4: I wonder if S develop empathy when engage in metacognition. They definitely gain self awareness and reflection.
A4 A4 Metacognition improves learning. Ss can think through problem, choose strategy and make decisions.
A4. When Ss apply metacognition learning moves into long term memory and Sa are able to apply their learning for relevance
I realized some of my own weaknesses when I began teaching metacognition. It is revealing. https://t.co/4J0L8wa3YY
A4 Metacognition developes application - thinking about the tasks/contexts of different learning situations; knowledge transfer
A4: Metacognition allows Ss to go beyond the surface, empowers Ss, learning more accessible, makes learning personable and social.
Yes... not just about how you were successful, but what gaps do you still have in your learning? https://t.co/zgKKaZOIyI
A4 Metacognition helps learners develop awareness of their strengths and weaknesses as learners
I teach SS, lots of dates/names/places/events, easy to focus on those than depth of thought ... "why"
#1 Benefit: Ownership. Ss are responsible for WHY they understand what they know. How powerful is that?
Q4 you have a better handle on what you understand and do not understand.
As long as there has been strong teaching to promote necessary skill development...YES.
Always see a huge shift in engagement, love of reading as well! Much more motivated. Share verbally easier. https://t.co/kRfGNB5FJy
A4: Benefits: Deeper, more meaningful learning can result...S engagement can improve, stronger sense of self, greater independence.
A4: It allows Ss to connect and construct new knowledge according to their own frame of reference, thus long term memory and meaning
q4 thinking about your thinking helps develop writing skills
Frame of reference? Where have I heard that before???? https://t.co/Yo94slOnwP
A4: It allows Ss to connect and construct new knowledge according to their own frame of reference, thus long term memory and meaning
A4: Ss can pick strategies that best help them learn, then the T can use these strategies with that individual S (from my sister :)
A4: When students think about their thinking, they can identify gaps in their learning...and fill them. https://t.co/NNvc5pyGT3
A4 Ss empowered & inspired to take ownership of learning. Autonomy. Able to chart growth & identify what is or what is not working
Yes that awareness changes. https://t.co/REYiugADL7
Q4 you have a better handle on what you understand and do not understand.
A4 I think the best benefit is when students realize they own their education. Their ?s show how their meta cognition drives lessons
LOVE it when resources are shared. Great to refer to weeks from now when talking with other educators.
So true, when we connect with things, the long term memory kicks in. https://t.co/hx1CfbtBU7
A4: It allows Ss to connect and construct new knowledge according to their own frame of reference, thus long term memory and meaning
Ss need 2 b in charge of proces but they also sometimes need to understand the details of the process
A4 Levels playing field & values diversity. Ss learn that we all have unique strengths & can help others turn OFIs into strengths
A4: 1 +ive of metacog is identifying self sabotaging thoughts so common in the young mind. ☝🏻️ confidence helps all areas of life.
Metacognition is like having your own personal "cloud". You can retrieve thinking when to reflect upon it. https://t.co/kVmIdYDiep
It is so empowering!! https://t.co/xG2RJVZI2l
A4 I think the best benefit is when students realize they own their education. Their ?s show how their meta cognition drives lessons
I don't think just b/c Ss are in charge of some choices, that it means the teacher isn't teaching.
Walking into Ts classes, I've noticed more success when Ts explicitly teach Ss to identify the strategy they use.
A4. Students who think about thinking are becoming adults who have a growth mindset.
it makes it relevant. https://t.co/nkrvmGKYPo
A4: It allows Ss to connect and construct new knowledge according to their own frame of reference, thus long term memory and meaning
It is important that Ss have a handle on their misconceptions or gaps in knowledge. Makes learning safer for them.
This guy understands the power of the maps! Who was his trainer? https://t.co/IESKnGK8r9
FOR is everything! Ss who don't understand don't lack the ability to get it...They lack the content to connect it to.
Interesting thing I find, my lower achieving Ss seem to catch on quicker. It is the tool they need. https://t.co/uyqsWa3dUi
A4 Levels playing field & values diversity. Ss learn that we all have unique strengths & can help others turn OFIs into strengths
Modelling the connection and the strategy used is key in supporting Ss learning
Yes! I specifically do this for add/sub facts. I tell them "Use the strategy that works best for you."
If the strategy doesn't work... what else can you try? https://t.co/cXtZbCIc2x
Walking into Ts classes, I've noticed more success when Ts explicitly teach Ss to identify the strategy they use.
Metacognition is like having your own personal "cloud". You can retrieve thinking to reflect upon it. https://t.co/kVmIdYDiep
Totally believe this! https://t.co/7Qefr9vKXm
Walking into Ts classes, I've noticed more success when Ts explicitly teach Ss to identify the strategy they use.
Once we recognise that we are teaching to the brain, deliberate reflective pedagogy makes complete sense.
A4 Shifts learning away from the class, textbook, teacher, school into the student's own life & self. It becomes suddenly critical.
Is that a question you ask Ss?
In order to give, someone has to take. it's a blend of teaching (less) and learning (more).
A5: The complexity of the text/activity will be different with older Ss. Younger Ss will benefit from concrete lessons and anchors.
A5: One progression in HS is watching Ss track their own thinking to analyzing the thinking of someone else, e.g., rhet analysis
I agree, It empowers us as much as the Ss. https://t.co/M5Mwxppv6W
Once we recognise that we are teaching to the brain, deliberate reflective pedagogy makes complete sense.
All the time.
Did your strategy work? no? What else can you try. OK... did that work? no? What else? https://t.co/W0c7PmFU30
Is that a question you ask Ss?
Hey . I'm still awake so why not join in an old fav?!
Presently using this model in PD with Ts to support Ss learning. Online videos , conversation
That's perseverance at it's best. Let them struggle with being unsuccessful the first time. https://t.co/W0c7PmFU30
Is that a question you ask Ss?
A5: Younger...much done through T-led prompts and Qs, often oral...older can more deeply reflect in writing, orally & more S-driven.
How important is writing their in the process? Is there greater student agency?
A5: I teach 1st and we say our thinking aloud. When I taught ESL we used a lot of sentence stems. I know this because....
I'm not confident that the overall look would be that different. The look is the same just more complex w/ older Ss.
A5: Here are some places to start when introducing metacognitive skills to students of different ages. https://t.co/2pwgVzRKLW
A5 younger students need to be taught metacognition and have it modeled whole older need reminders and time to practice
Stay neutral when S responds. Don't let them know if right/wrong. let THEM determine if the strategy works. https://t.co/W0c7PmFU30
Is that a question you ask Ss?
Latest ASCD book focuses on questioning. Has anyone read it? Are meta cognitive skills included? https://t.co/noHrh30UIB
A5: Younger and those with little experience require prompts & modeling; experienced thinking thinkers use purposefully, know self
good point on various modalities of sharing
4th grader invented term for doodling/thinking/reflecting: Metacogdoodle.
A5 Younger students use Q stems. Modeling by T.
I love that you mentioned struggle I totally believe we need to allow a little struggle, the effect is they pull out the strategies.
A5.1 Also the progression and development of self-sustained Socratic questioning
Sorry to have to leave early. Thank you for this wonderful opportunity! Really enjoyed sharing in the reflective thinking!
A5: I wonder how much the answer here for older Ss depends on how much metacog was done/taught in earlier years?
a4 the framework of TMaps really can guide younger students. Younger students may need sentence frames to show thinking
You should write a book. https://t.co/wnwDXVmKRv
A5: One progression in HS is watching Ss track their own thinking to analyzing the thinking of someone else, e.g., rhet analysis
I use beanie babies, more so with my 1st graders. That concrete tool to help.
Yes! taught her Ss the word perseverance last year. I've thought of doing the same.Such a great skill.
love it. Do you have examples?
Yes, need to take and give the time to develop the habits. Practice and reflection part of process. https://t.co/SK9DwKrinR
Agree-Time/opportunities to practice-key is to develop strategies and habit to use them! https://t.co/eO1Zko9UJi
A2: Metacognition can be taught. It needs to be modeled, provide anchors for them to refer to, and time to practice and celebrate.
a5 younger (or more inexperienced) Ss need more prompts and structure, older need more depth and challenge
bingo. Helps them to solidify and prove their thinking
We're reading Wonder together, some read it last yr, but they are realizing so much they didn't understand before. Light bulbs on!
Thanks for being a part of the conversation!
Absolutely makes a difference. https://t.co/ATptUiMQE8
A5: I wonder how much the answer here for older Ss depends on how much metacog was done/taught in earlier years?
A5 Taught 2nd & 5th. At both levels Ss' perceptions of learning/content area determined reality. Change perception & change reality.
true point. If it's not taught in younger grades, an older student might be the same level as a younger learner
Yes, I do this in my classroom. It is interesting to see it click when Ss try to explain a wrong answer.
A6 A knowledge construction approach. It should allow time for students to recognize, assess, connect new skills to old ones
A6 Instruction Strategies: Reciprocal Teaching (Predicting, Questioning, Summarizing, Clarifying), reflecting
A6 Continuous improvement quality tools provide framework for reflection.
Fully agree. Some POWERFUL stuff prob takes place w the kid who has had 10-12 yrs of practice on it across many subjs.
Ahh! I have a conflict on Tuesdays...I'll have to see what I can do!
A6: Gradual release of responsibility. Honoring student thought, make visible. Allowing more Ss talk, less T talk. Anchor charts.
Inquiry-based learning is pretty awesome for metacognition.
A6: Socratic Seminar/Questioning
Fellow teacher used a small thought cloud whiteboard to model her thinking while reading
The Muddiest Point technique consists of asking students to jot down a quick response to one question: “What was the muddiest point
Writing their thinking is less important that speaking it, I think. However standardized assessments might disagree w/me.
Totally agree.Not all Ss do this intuitively.Explicit instruction & discussion helps grow Ss m/c abilities. https://t.co/fBGAI0PMk1
A2. Explicit instruction is important for getting g Ss to thinking about thinking
a6 using TM frames, using sentence frames. encouraging cooperative learning and listening to others, think outlouds by teacher
The struggle is real. Know perseverance more than others, & this serves as a valuable asset. Resilient.
A6: Eliminating end of chapter, find the bold words, do the even problems assignments
Jason, this is where the issue lies, How to ensure all Ts cover this? Looking for consistency.
A6: thinking maps, sketch notes, question posing, reflection, and more reflection support metacognition
A6: Questioning and creating a truly inquiry-based learning environment. I have found the annoying Socrative method quite successful
Oh I bet. Imagine that student as an adult
If they practice speaking it, the writing will come easier for sure. https://t.co/1OQyCO7shL
Writing their thinking is less important that speaking it, I think. However standardized assessments might disagree w/me.
T. modeling in elem grades. Ss practice without penalty. Use Writing/drawing to explain thinking. Thinking Maps are great for this.
We are getting good at asking s to analyze their thinking in math, need to teach them how to do so in language arts and other
A6 modeling. More student talking time. Fishbowling and critiquing others
good idea to reach verbal and written learners
OH... there's one of my teachers. is getting better and better with questioning! https://t.co/KOYmheVOd2
We are getting good at asking s to analyze their thinking in math, need to teach them how to do so in language arts and other
Absolutely, engaging students in academic discourse is so important.
I was the opposite did it all the time in LA now I am better at doing it throughout the day. Belongs in all. https://t.co/gBXfgCZieg
We are getting good at asking s to analyze their thinking in math, need to teach them how to do so in language arts and other
Cognitive vocabulary is significantly more important than chapter vocabulary :)
I agree speaking will help foster the writing of thinking.
A6: A Socratic seminar about metacog would be like Inception for teaching thought.
YES! Commas are our friends. Literally laughing out loud in an LA hotel bar... everyone staring at me. https://t.co/J0TTCXutZm
Oooo commas are helpful. How are you, my friend?
For more about sketching, notebooking, doodling for reflective thinking, see my recent post: https://t.co/iMmg8YPKQT
A7: We can have the mindset that there's more than one way to think about things.
A7 Mindset is influenced by metacognition; a growth mindset often develops.
That's where I'm at, PD, videos , conversations.
Commas are the first to go when I go over 140
Yes, but I'm not sure it defines metacognition. What do you think? https://t.co/wMbdmw9slU
In what sense? Doesn't writing force agency?
A7: When you engage in metacognition, you understand how to grow your thinking.
Why do you think that occurs?
Oh yes, I have a MUCH greater passion for punctuation than geometry. https://t.co/d9uYfaYRfu
good story for my Ss tomorrow... Remember the nonagon lady? Now she's the comma queen!
A7 I can't think of a better way to have a growth mindset than thinking about how to think better
A7: Metacognition allows Ss to have a mindset where they feel valued, empowered. This culture is fertile ground for growth mindset.
Nice try to save , but he had characters to spare. https://t.co/VEyjI2BXm9
Commas are the first to go when I go over 140
I LOVE LOVE LOVE "Comma Queen" way more than "Nonagon Lady". https://t.co/sNhsCBZj6O
Hmmm wheels are turning for future collaboration lessons
A7 Whether focusing on metacognition or mindset, the goal is to increase efficiency of learning. https://t.co/AH80wvaJEf
A7: They both grow and when that happens Ss don't only benefit in the classroom but in life w/problem solving.
A7: metacognition<>mindset empower learners to take charge of learning processes & objectives, find strategies, & reflect to grow
A7: Metacognition promotes GROWTH! Yoda was metacognitive! Yoda is the model T and S! Yoda never stopped growing! (mic drop)
A8 I think they influence each other. Negative mindset will hinder metacognition, vice versa?? Thoughts
Really?? The best you have is a Star Wars reference? I expect more from you Jessy. https://t.co/XnQFD2nNoB
A7: Metacognition promotes GROWTH! Yoda was metacognitive! Yoda is the model T and S! Yoda never stopped growing! (mic drop)
A6 gradual release to Ss shows how much I can trust them to demonstrate their learning and thinking. Many start flying
Is metacognition "thinking about thinking" or "learning about learning"?
and that one way isn't necessarily the best way
What a wonderful chat tonight!!! Thank you so much! See you in 2106!
Hmm... making me think about that. https://t.co/DbZ1892QGl
Is metacognition "thinking about thinking" or "learning about learning"?
Joining very late! What a great conversation!
I would agree with that. I talk to my Ss about metacognitive break down and "fix up" strategies. https://t.co/IQDBXflP0G
A8 I think they influence each other. Negative mindset will hinder metacognition, vice versa?? Thoughts
feeling valued is so important to feel safe in taking risks
Shifting action won't always result in shifted thinking. Shifting thinking will ALWAYS result in shifted action.
Agree. Makes a huge difference. https://t.co/vWxbUwapcI
feeling valued is so important to feel safe in taking risks
Thank you and ! This chat definitely had me metacognating...is that a word?
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A7.1 Metacog teaches Ss how to learn and grow. This is the single most important lesson for Ts to guide them to!
If it isn't it should be!
Thanks so much, great chat tonight
a7 if we truly think about our thinking we develop a flexible mindset.A good reminder for me when I get stuck in my own thinking
"more from you, I expect"
yes, we talk about fix up strategies all of the time.
Megacognating: v. The act of thinking about thinking. https://t.co/11jTXpAego
Thank you and ! This chat definitely had me metacognating...is that a word?
yes practice without penalty
Thank you for allowing me the privilege to join you in moderating . An honor! Loved discussing a favorite topic.
A7 I see a BIG connection. Sad when one verbalizes negative self-talk. Time to have a fixed mindset wall broken down.
maybe metametacognating? Thinking about thinking about thinking?
When we understand our thinking, we learn to learn. This leads to embracing challenges, perseverance, & directing effort
Ahhh. My metacognate is hurting...a.k.a brain
How amazing is it to have leaders like the two of you who help others to feel safe in asking questions.
