#worldgeochat Archive

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Welcome to #worldgeochat Tonight we will be discussing grading. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Please take a minute to introduce yourself as well as where you are tweeting from tonight. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Ed, 7th grade world geography teacher in the suburbs of Chicago, Illinois #worldgeochat

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Good evening, #worldgeochat! Sam here from MA and 2 days away from #Springbreak!! 7th grade world geography

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Ryan, 8th Grade Global Studies from Minneapolis, MN. #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:00 PM EDT

If you're new to #worldgeochat or have been here before, please check out the blog! https://t.co/4XT72Vq9hM

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Great to see you again, Ryan! #worldgeochat

In reply to @TheSwish

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:01 PM EDT

#worldgeochat'rs, @ecasey77 will be leading the show tonight! A big HELLO from all of us :)

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Welcome to #worldgeochat Tonight we will be discussing grading. #worldgeochat

MsTurner1027 Apr 11 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Hey everyone! I'm kayla and I teach #APworld in NC. Super excited for tonight's #worldgeochat

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Our blog is FULL of goodies and will continue to grow #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:00 PM EDT

If you're new to #worldgeochat or have been here before, please check out the blog! https://t.co/4XT72Vq9hM

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Hi Sam & Pete! #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville

evsmomgen Apr 11 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Gen, 6th grade T in MO.🤓 #worldgeochat

CoachHenkel Apr 11 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Kelly Henkel, Plainfield East HS. AP Human Geo and World Geo. Fresh off a pile of hand written essays! #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hi Ryan! Glad you could make it tonight! #worldgeochat

In reply to @TheSwish

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Welcome back, Kelly! Also great to see @evsmomgen and @MsTurner1027 return to #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel, @evsmomgen, @MsTurner1027

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Pete here from Maine (usually) but traveling in CT tonight on the way to PA w/sleeping a toddler next to me #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hey Kayla! Welcome back :P #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsTurner1027

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hi Kelly! Did you get the grading done? #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hey Gen! #worldgeochat

In reply to @evsmomgen

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:03 PM EDT

John from Saco, ME. Hist Dept Chair and Tech Integrator. 9th grade Peoples & World Cultures. #worldgeochat

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Where in Connecticut are you right now? I've got family in Meriden #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi Gen! Glad you could make it tonight! #worldgeochat

In reply to @evsmomgen

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Great to see you again, John! Welcome back to #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby

mdoran2067 Apr 11 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Matt Doran, Social Studies Coordinator, Columbus, OH #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:03 PM EDT

#worldgeochat #follow! Always has great insights and commentary :)

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Ryan, 8th Grade Global Studies from Minneapolis, MN. #worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Morgan- Creekview HS, World Geography #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi Kayla! Glad you could make it! #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsTurner1027

GeoJo22 Apr 11 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hello, it's Joanne from Missouri. 7th world history and 11th modern global issues. Gotta catch up on the blog thing. #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Drove through Saco earlier today! #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Welcome back! Good to see you and @ms_greencvhs at #worldgeochat

In reply to @mdoran2067, @ms_greencvhs

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Hi John! Hope things are going well this week in Maine! #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:04 PM EDT

You sure know how to make a MS teacher blush. #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Thanks Sam. #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Welcome to the show! #worldgeochat Where is Creekview?

In reply to @ms_greencvhs

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Hi Matt! Welcome! So glad you could join in! #worldgeochat

In reply to @mdoran2067

teachcaudill Apr 11 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Hey guys!! I'm back. James tweeting from Owensboro KY. #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Chris from Illinois! 7th grade geography & one of the 5 #worldgeochat Moderators!

ReinkeKristi Apr 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Kristi from North Dakota-7th grade World Geo!. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hi Morgan! Glad you could join us tonight! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ms_greencvhs

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hi, James! Great to see you again! #worldgeochat

In reply to @teachcaudill

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Just gotta say, I had mentally been thinking about a #worldgeochat that is “teaching” specific, not content - looking forward to this!

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Canton, GA #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT

It's the only way out of Maine. How much longer on your trip? #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

JohnHonish Apr 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT

John Honish, Beloit, WI 7th grade geography 8th gr US history @Turnerschools #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT

#worldgeochat #guru! One of the best out there + #follow here.

GeoJo22 Apr 11 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hello, it's Joanne from Missouri. 7th world history and 11th modern global issues. Gotta catch up on the blog thing. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hi Joanne! Hope things are going well in Missouri tonight! #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoJo22

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT

WELCOME WELCOME WELCOME!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ReinkeKristi

le_reitz Apr 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Ellie from Illinois-7th grade Geo #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Welcome to everyone since I'm late - I see Kristi, and Ryan, and Sam, and John, and Morgan and Kayla and Joanne & others in #worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Me too! Looking forward to it! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Counting down the days to break. Thanks for continuing to follow my website. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT

KRISTI!!!!! Where have you been? #worldgeochat has missed you

In reply to @ReinkeKristi

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hi Kristi! Glad you could make it! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ReinkeKristi

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:06 PM EDT

One of our mods here at #worldgeochat. He likes to talk about #water issues. Ask him about it.

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Chris from Illinois! 7th grade geography & one of the 5 #worldgeochat Moderators!

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Welcome James! Glad you could join us! #worldgeochat

In reply to @teachcaudill

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hi Ellie. See you on Thursday! #worldgeochat

In reply to @le_reitz

wehedge Apr 11 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hello! Wesley from Richmond, VA here - history and politics teacher, love geo! #worldgeochat

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Welcome to you and @le_reitz to #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish, @le_reitz

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hey John! Do you still have snow? We have a little bit left in Maine #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish, @Turnerschools

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A few suggestions/tips 1.Use #worldgeochat hashtag 2.We follow the Q1/A1 format.Use A1,A2,etc 4 responses 3.Be kind,supportive+professional

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Looking forward to the chat! Glad I could make it! #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @mdoran2067

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT

5 minutes into #worldgeochat. Already two minutes behind the chat.

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Yay! :) #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @le_reitz

JeremyDBond Apr 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Hey there! Pete's in our state! Now I'll have to join #worldgeochat tonight.

In reply to @SamMandeville, @GeoSpiegs

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT

WELCOME!!! Good to have you here :) #worldgeochat

In reply to @wehedge

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT

1st question coming up! #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Since grading can sometimes bring our strong emotions. I offer this to #worldgeochat

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Little tips to make #worldgeochat run smoothly :)

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A few suggestions/tips 1.Use #worldgeochat hashtag 2.We follow the Q1/A1 format.Use A1,A2,etc 4 responses 3.Be kind,supportive+professional

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT

1.What types of things do you put in your grade book? #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Just starting today. Visiting my brother in PA We saw the plane that crashed on I-295 in Bowdoin on the way down! #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Hanging out in Windsor for the evening #worldgeochat

In reply to @JeremyDBond, @SamMandeville

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Good disclaimer. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Switched to only summative assessments are included in my grade book. I do track work completion yet don’t factor in my grade #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 My gradebook at this point only has summative work. Formative stuff is practice, and I'm less interested in the practice #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:09 PM EDT

That must have been crazy to watch. #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:09 PM EDT

#worldgeochat RT

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT

1.What types of things do you put in your grade book? #worldgeochat

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: I can't figure out what I want to do with my gradebook. Projects, exit tickets, current event blogs #worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: projects, tests/quizzes, classwork, discussions #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:09 PM EDT

RT Q1 #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT

1.What types of things do you put in your grade book? #worldgeochat

CoachHenkel Apr 11 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 Lots of student info & weighted categories. Classwork, homework, quizzes, and assessments. Then the final exam is entered. #worldgeochat

Ms_Mielke Apr 11 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: Projects, Notebooks (Reflections), Tests on Locations #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: Hopefully assessments that measure how students demonstrate skills and knowledge. #worldgeochat

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Wonderful disclaimer by co-moderator @cheffernan75 #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Since grading can sometimes bring our strong emotions. I offer this to #worldgeochat

teachcaudill Apr 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1) I put in projects and other kinds of assessments. I sometimes put in effort but not 100% happy w/ it. Struggling w/ what #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Yes, this has been a big switch for me this year but I like it a lot and wouldn't switch back #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

GeoJo22 Apr 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 I am at a point where I classify things as Assessment/Assignment. I do record both, but assessments worth more. #worldgeochat

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

I’m 85% summative (tests/projects/papers), 15% practice (assignments/HW) #worldgeochat

JeremyDBond Apr 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Sweet. Depending on where you are exactly, maybe 20 minutes away. #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @SamMandeville

JohnHonish Apr 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 summatives and (most) formative are recorded. Weight is 100% summative, formative earn XP for gamified class structure #worldgeochat

wehedge Apr 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1. Map quiz grades, both completion and for-accuracy grades, other summative assessments. #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: Smiley faces Frowny faces checks +/- comments observations moments Never A,B,Cs #worldgeochat

chs_bowers Apr 11 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#worldgeochat Taylor from Texas, 9th World Geo, 1st #worldgeochat !

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: I think a good spot to start tonight is to admit that, while we are well trained educators, grading is a crap shoot. #worldgeochat

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:11 PM EDT

My categories are weighted as well. Projects are weighted heavier. Opportunity to demonstrate greater knowledge #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Is class work and homework scored or just tracked Kelly? #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Welcome!! You'll find the most supportive community here at #worldgeochat

In reply to @chs_bowers

MsTurner1027 Apr 11 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: summative assignments whether it be tests, projects, essays that are tied to my standards. I track growth w/ formative #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Do you have a theme for your gamified classroom John? #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Also, nothing that is a completion grade goes in the gradebook anymore. Its graded or not (though Ive fudged this a few times) #worldgeochat

mshemenway Apr 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a1 the district has it set up for 50% daily, 40% test, 10% HW. We don't enter HW b/c some six weeks have 5 weeks, & others 8.

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT

It's well worth it Kelly! #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel, @ecasey77

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: I'm seeing many people using only summative assessments. If that is the way we are going, why do we have marking periods? #worldgeochat

evsmomgen Apr 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1) I put grades for some assignments, all projects, and most assessments in my gradebk. #worldgeochat

wehedge Apr 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Does anyone think completion grades add too much of a cushion? #worldgeochat

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Classwork (or formative assessments) are 10% for me. Summative assessments are 45%, 25% and 20% #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT

How do you grade discussions? Just curious b/c they have such value, but aren't easy to assess. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ms_greencvhs

chs_bowers Apr 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT

#worldgeochat A1 mix of formative and summative

storiestoldinsf Apr 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Hi #worldgeochat! Multitasking with family stuff and Twitter! Jessica, 7th gr World Geo from Illinois!

JohnHonish Apr 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1 school is transitioning to SBG for like 4 years now. Our software still requires traditional 100pt scale, conversion sucks! #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Does it really matter how a kid is doing in October is they figure it all out by June? #worldgeochat

mshemenway Apr 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a1 we also may only give one homework a week, so the balance is destroyed with one poor grade.

ReinkeKristi Apr 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1 lots! I feel that if they did the work, I would like them to see the grade they "earned". Some kids aren't test takers. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT

This sounds similar to what @cheffernan75 and I are trying to do #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsTurner1027, @cheffernan75

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Depends on how much they’re weighted - right? That’s my thought. But, I’m also curious. #worldgeochat

In reply to @wehedge

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Our English teacher does Socratic Seminars and grades. He lets them know up front that discussion and participation is graded #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @ms_greencvhs

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Nothing scarier than that in education. #worldgeochat

In reply to @Ms_Mielke

MsTurner1027 Apr 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT

My school has us put in our grade book categories 25% creativity, collaboration, critical thinking and communication #worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:14 PM EDT

We weight our grades too.Each teacher that teach the same subject & level have to follow the same weight. They are set for us #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @CoachHenkel

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Welcome in! #worldgeochat

In reply to @chs_bowers

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Grading is so subjective so I would resist the urge to put a # to it. I'd ask Ss 2 write what grade they thought they earned #worldgeochat

In reply to @teachcaudill

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Welcome Taylor! Glad you could join in! #worldgeochat

In reply to @chs_bowers

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Welcome back!! Always wonderful to see you for #worldgeochat

In reply to @storiestoldinsf

le_reitz Apr 11 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1. Formative grades are "spot checked"-a few for accuracy. Just did completion, quality suffered. Students can fix for pts. #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Yep. I just need to be more consistent on getting things graded! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @MsTurner1027

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Creativity? How is creativity graded? #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsTurner1027

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:15 PM EDT

I've allowed for partcipation to count for both voicing opinions aloud and making use of @TodaysMeet with this #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @cheffernan75, @ms_greencvhs, @TodaysMeet

wehedge Apr 11 @ 9:15 PM EDT

I agree with the weight thing. Less than all other assignments, but I wonder what the right balance is. #worldgeochat

In reply to @TheSwish

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:15 PM EDT

That’s what we attempt to do as well. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @ecasey77, @MsTurner1027

MsTurner1027 Apr 11 @ 9:15 PM EDT

It's definitely a mind shift and takes effort b/c students are used to getting a completion grade for everything but I like it #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @cheffernan75

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Moving on to question 2 in a minute #worldgeochat

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:15 PM EDT

I'm the worst at consistency with grading... #worldgeochat

In reply to @TheSwish, @cheffernan75, @ecasey77, @MsTurner1027

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:16 PM EDT

& then write a response based on my notes/observations whether I agreed/disagreed with evidence. +/- their requested grade #worldgeochat

In reply to @teachcaudill

GeoJo22 Apr 11 @ 9:16 PM EDT

It's difficult to experiement with SBG when it's not universal. Hard to explain to Ps, Ss when not everyone is doing it. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Q2 What summative assessments have been most effective for you?#worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:16 PM EDT

My grade book is set up formative,summative,classwrk/homewrk. Discussions are participation &commentary on how Ss can improve #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:16 PM EDT

It's a great idea - but do they have a rubric? Do we teach proper discussion techniques? All interesting pieces. :) #worldgeochat

In reply to @evsmomgen, @ms_greencvhs

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:16 PM EDT

We've got a Middle school that doesn't give HW and I see the logic to it but those Ss get killed when they get to us in HS. #worldgeochat

In reply to @mshemenway

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT

That's part of the art of #teaching. We are trusted b/c of our experience + training to make that very subjective judgement #worldgeochat

In reply to @teachcaudill

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2 - We made a HUGE move this year to all ‘projects’ for our assessments, all based on the same rubric. #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT

2nd worst. No one is taking the belt from me tonight! #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @TheSwish, @ecasey77, @MsTurner1027

wehedge Apr 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Timeliness is always a stuggle, want to give good and timely feedback #worldgeochat

In reply to @TheSwish, @cheffernan75, @ecasey77, @MsTurner1027

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2 The summative assessments I use include short essay answers, papers, and projects that are tied to the standards. #worldgeochat

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Agreed. Allowing students to reflect on their participation and the appropriate grade would be an interesting convo w/Ss #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @evsmomgen, @ms_greencvhs

Hatch_2116 Apr 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Yes. I think it sends a troublesome message about our expectations #worldgeochat

wehedge Apr 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Does anyone think completion grades add too much of a cushion? #worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT

For online discussion posts, Ss are taught how to reply to their peers in my classes #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @evsmomgen

MsTurner1027 Apr 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Rubrics that establish what you are looking for. This one is hard but I'm working on a better rubric for my classes #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Unfortunately there is still (in most districts) a need for administration to have some sort of numerical mark #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel, @teachcaudill

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2 Our only “assessment” that looks like an actual test is Unit 1, which is all skills. The rest are projects/papers #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT

RT Q2 #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Q2 What summative assessments have been most effective for you?#worldgeochat

GeoJo22 Apr 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2 Summatives that are more project based allow for differentiation. Better measure of learning. Big on reflection. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT

I used to give nightly homework and stopped. I do have this fear in the back of my head though John. #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby, @mshemenway

le_reitz Apr 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT

I used this Bingo template last Socratic and kids seemed to like it! https://t.co/Uo81gK6wYY #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @cheffernan75, @ms_greencvhs

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Is there ever consistency in grading? #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @TheSwish, @cheffernan75, @ecasey77, @MsTurner1027

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2 I gave up tests and quizzes a few years ago when I realized that most of them were forced choice and googlable answers #worldgeochat

CoachHenkel Apr 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Our World Geo summative assessments are basically geo DBQs. Students write and defend their thesis with docs. #worldgeochat

mdoran2067 Apr 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT

I wonder if high schools should also re-evaluate homework loads https://t.co/KAR4k9zIeW #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby, @mshemenway

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: I'm still struggling with this, in all honesty (2nd year tchr). Still trying to figure out what provides best feedback #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

chs_bowers Apr 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT

#worldgeochat A2- really pushing projects w/tech and collaboration integrated, I am lucky to have a strong group to brainstorm ideas with

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: student reflections/blog. Ss have to make a claim for their grade + provide evidence #worldgeochat

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A1/2 RE Consistency: found great success in grading work from other Ts classes, discussing the grades/why #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2 Now, I grade in-class work, and Ss know that they can make grade adjustments to show what they know. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT

That is how my assessments have looked this year too Ryan. Only had 1 multiple choice test w/ our intro unit. #worldgeochat

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JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT

I don't think there is a good answer to it. #worldgeochat

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SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Any possible templates/rubrics you may have for their reflections? #worldgeochat

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wehedge Apr 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2. Summatives: I usually use essay tests, Harkness Discussions, and case studies/projects #worldgeochat

CoachHenkel Apr 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 Our summ assessments in World geo are basically geo DBQs. Ss write thesis and defend with correct docs. Lots of skill. #worldgeochat

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT

TRUTH! #worldgeochat

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GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT

More schools are starting to flip instruction to the HW load expectation is shifting as well. #worldgeochat

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TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Do you have Ss ‘complain’ that they’d rather “take a test” because it’s easier? … I do … Not sure if that’s good/bad. #worldgeochat

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cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 And testing anxiety is a real thing, and why put Ss through that hell if I can assess them some other way? #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2: Not the one pictured in the question. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Definitely valuable conversations to have not only w/ PLCs but also across the district too Ryan! #worldgeochat

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ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Interesting. This is so true. How do you track data with this? #worldgeochat

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GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT

I'll dig some up. I'm not at home with my hard drive #worldgeochat

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MsTurner1027 Apr 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2: PBL projects where the students take control over their learning experience w/some guidance. #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Location like map tests? #worldgeochat

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JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT

We absolutely should. We should probably re-evaluate where Ss learn best too. #worldgeochat

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evsmomgen Apr 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2) I prefer projects as summative assmts since they allow for student choice, differentiation, teamwk, & tech usage. #worldgeochat

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT

THIS!!! It can be a tough convo, have to be vulnerable/professional - but so damn good to have the convo! #worldgeochat

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SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Hell I still have test anxiety. I try to reduce the amount of "testing" as much as possible #worldgeochat

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teachcaudill Apr 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2) I like things to with long term projects attached. I do a colonial shark tank with 8th us history that does well. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Do students select the standards they are going to hit or do you require they demo certain standards for each project? #worldgeochat

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TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT

I like that. Coming from a History background I dig the DBQ, never felt comfortable doing it in Geo. #worldgeochat

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cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT

To be honest, I don't know that I do a good job with this. But our curriculum is odd right now and skills dont progress really #worldgeochat

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SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Agreed. But also, I have students who don't put more effort in because it's not "tested," although I have more projects #worldgeochat

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ZahnerHistory Apr 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Jumping in late ... Hi, I'm Kevin from MA #worldgeochat

Hatch_2116 Apr 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT

I want to use #ArcGIS for #pbl #worldgeochat

MsTurner1027 Apr 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2: PBL projects where the students take control over their learning experience w/some guidance. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Definitely so many ways to demo understanding these days with tech and non tech too! #worldgeochat

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JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT

We have to have a way to rank our Ss. One that everyone can understand in 5 seconds. #worldgeochat

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cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Yeah, I gave those up too. I do mapping labs to have Ss become familiar with regions, but in a google world, they can find it #worldgeochat

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SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT

AGreed! So many other skills they're able to demonstrate with the focus of demonstrating knowledge and manipulation of content #worldgeochat

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ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Were working on it though! :) #worldgeochat

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GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT

If my expectations are based in what do I want Ss 2 do w/the info (write/debate/discuss) then I don't need a mult-choice test #worldgeochat

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ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Welcome Kevin! Glad you could make it! #worldgeochat

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SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Great to have you joining us tonight! #worldgeochat

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ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Question 3 coming up in a minute #worldgeochat

ZahnerHistory Apr 11 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A2: Constructed responses with stimuli, i.e. map, chart, image, poster --> Ss show what they know and demonstrate skills #worldgeochat

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:24 PM EDT

We still do map quizzes (with little weight overall) - I keep vacillating on them, their importance, etc…ugh. #worldgeochat

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GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Do you have a pic or pdf of what they looks like? #worldgeochat

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WeirMB Apr 11 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Checking in a little late - Merri former Social Science T SoCal #worldgeochat - grading - ugh!!

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q3.What have been your experiences with standards based grading? #worldgeochat

JohnHonish Apr 11 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A2 anything requiring Ss to go through multi-step process to CREATE. choose a city to base a new pro 🏈 team and plan logistics #worldgeochat

MsTurner1027 Apr 11 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Depends on my goal is for the project. it changes Sometimes they are just given a problem &are let loose sometimes I tell them #worldgeochat

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teachcaudill Apr 11 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Yep. Let me see if In I have it here at home. #worldgeochat

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cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:25 PM EDT

I think there needs to be a massive reevaluation of HW in general. Did you see this from @burgessdave? https://t.co/aQ9U3OhsZR #worldgeochat

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SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3: Have NO experience with this. Sound interesting and would like to start going this way. Teach me #worldgeochat !!!

storiestoldinsf Apr 11 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A2: We prefer project-based summative assessments! #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3: Transitioning next year. I removed work completion from scores. All assessments are aligned to standards. #worldgeochat

Ms_Mielke Apr 11 @ 9:25 PM EDT

I do it, based on my projects, but our district has not gone to SB report cards, yet. #worldgeochat

storiestoldinsf Apr 11 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3: None! #worldgeochat

mdoran2067 Apr 11 @ 9:26 PM EDT

The idea of a clear vertical progression of skills would be powerful...yet so many standards documents miss it. #worldgeochat

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GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Turn the mapping quizzes into games & have a competition (no grade but still numerical & Ss get competitive) #worldgeochat

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cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:26 PM EDT

The Geography Alive Mapping labs are sold separately. They're great & get kids working WITH maps instead of memorizing. #worldgeochat

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ZahnerHistory Apr 11 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Effort is an issue. I've found that when student track their own achievement, they are more likely put in the time. #worldgeochat

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Agreed. But also, I have students who don't put more effort in because it's not "tested," although I have more projects #worldgeochat
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ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Is there any talk of shifting Ladonna? #worldgeochat

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SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:26 PM EDT

In terms of how much of an overhaul/transition this is, how much time would you say you've dedicated? #worldgeochat

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TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3 No exp w/ SBG…Very curious, see the value (especially in the age of ‘learning targets’). Time to learn… #worldgeochat

JohnHonish Apr 11 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3 I'm "piloting" full SBG so they can get "input" for district wide "direction". Turns out they knew what they wanted already #worldgeochat

Hatch_2116 Apr 11 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A2: I also see a lot of potential with #HyperDocs #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:27 PM EDT

What types of projects have you done this year Jessica? #worldgeochat

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GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Or experience-based (write a play, song) et al. #worldgeochat (I guess that is PBL but slightly diff?)

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JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Right there with you but we are moving in that direction. #worldgeochat

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cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Yes. Do tell Jessica!!! #worldgeochat

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MsTurner1027 Apr 11 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3: I'm a big believer in #SBG. It gets rid of busy work for both the students and teachers #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Is it SBG? #worldgeochat

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TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Vastly prefer map labs to map quizzes…but sometimes think there’s value in knowing where places are. #worldgeochat

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GeoJo22 Apr 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3 I have attended wrkshps & believe in it in theory. I do just about everything but the grades. I take late work, redos. #worldgeochat

c_johnson007 Apr 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Chris Johnson joining in late from the track bus. #worldgeochat

WeirMB Apr 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT

1 Survived grading: Interdisciplinary assessments / PBL grade across 4/5 content areas 150 essays divided between 4-5 teachers #worldgeochat

CoachHenkel Apr 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3 We've been dabbling in SBG for the past two years, but there is an uncomfortable feeling that standards will change...again #worldgeochat

mdoran2067 Apr 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Good tip! I'm thinking of going that route. The text itself doesn't align well with our standards, but the skills labs would. #worldgeochat

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ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT

What ways do you have them do this Kevin? #worldgeochat

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TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT

But, of course, all it is is the Ss straight-up cramming/forgetting. G-dang-it. #worldgeochat

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JohnHonish Apr 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3 as my colleague @elSrKoeppen says, can't switch to SBG without switching how you teach. Important, yet lost on some people #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT

RT Q3 #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q3.What have been your experiences with standards based grading? #worldgeochat

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT

This is my student-learning SMART goal: improving spatial awareness. Not sure I'm doing so hot with this. Need more map labs #worldgeochat

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c_johnson007 Apr 11 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3 we have been introduced to the idea of standards based grading but no real practice with it. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Definitely! #worldgeochat

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TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:29 PM EDT

But also want them to KNOW where Syria is in relation to Iraq/Turkey because, hey, that matters. I digress... #worldgeochat

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cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:29 PM EDT

I know. If I can get them to know the neighborhood a country is in, I'm calling it a win now! #worldgeochat

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ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Definitely is a mind shift! #worldgeochat

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ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:29 PM EDT

What are geography alive mapping labs? #worldgeochat

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GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT

1 year I asked Ss to get the app QuizUp+we all started playing "countries of the world" against each other. I won #nomercy #worldgeochat

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c_johnson007 Apr 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT

I'm trying to move towards a more standards-based approach to project assessment too. #worldgeochat

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SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Ooooooh I like this! #worldgeochat

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evsmomgen Apr 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3) I have no personal experience w SBG. The K-2nd gr Ts in my bldg do SBG. It's interesting and more informative than grades. #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT

THEY ARE AWESOME! #worldgeochat

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cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT

They are from TCI. They are great. https://t.co/O7YxDz2yDO #worldgeochat

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ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Hopefully the Illinois ones will stick for a while as they were just adopted. Fingers crossed as we write curriculum this year #worldgeochat

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GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Thats awesome, Kevin! #worldgeochat

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ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:31 PM EDT

I was just curious. We track data using @Canvas through the tests and assessments to create learning paths for the students #worldgeochat

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SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Still working on getting some VR goggles... #worldgeochat #wishlist

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ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Glad you could make it Chris! #worldgeochat

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c_johnson007 Apr 11 @ 9:31 PM EDT

I'll have to check that out. I'm all about games as a learning tool. #worldgeochat

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ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Agreed! I use them too! #worldgeochat

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storiestoldinsf Apr 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Ss just finished a South Am Travel Itinerary focused on a spec aspect: current events, adventure, food/drink using TourBuilder #worldgeochat

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GeoJo22 Apr 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT

That was my question! Thanks for asking. #worldgeochat

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ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT

I feel like Gollum with ours! #worldgeochat

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ZahnerHistory Apr 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT

We use this template for tracking achievement https://t.co/Fxo04wV2Mg and the 3C standards https://t.co/t1GWzq4FI0 #worldgeochat

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c_johnson007 Apr 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Glad we finished the meet in time to hop on here a bit.#worldgeochat

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SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A3: @Jim_dEntremont & I are doing a Geography, Alive! project now that is linked to our standard. First real experience w/SBG #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Awesome! #worldgeochat

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storiestoldinsf Apr 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Also, no joke @SamMandeville we were crazy Googling Amazing Race resources for Ss to build challenges around Europe. #worldgeochat

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JohnHonish Apr 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT

This might be really ignorant, but what the heck is a map lab? #worldgeochat

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Get OUT of my head! Gah. I totally hear where you’re coming from. #worldgeochat #preach

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teachcaudill Apr 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT

I like this article. I do take a holistic approach to rubrics. But this is a novel idea. #worldgeochat

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ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Awesome! Thanks so much for sharing Kevin! #worldgeochat

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SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@cheffernan75 and I are going to start structuring one soon, right??? Hahah #worldgeochat

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ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Question 4 coming up in a minute #worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Awesome!! #worldgeochat

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GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT

I think I missed Q3.... #worldgeochat fail

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ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Q4.What is your re-test/retake policy for assessments? #worldgeochat

storiestoldinsf Apr 11 @ 9:35 PM EDT

I should in May! We are gathering resources right now...not quite finding exactly what we want..will have to build. #worldgeochat

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mdoran2067 Apr 11 @ 9:35 PM EDT

I think C3 is the way to go...it has that skills progression that many state documents miss. #worldgeochat

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cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:35 PM EDT

RT Q4 #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Q4.What is your re-test/retake policy for assessments? #worldgeochat

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4 Retakes are always allowed, regardless of first attempt/grade - must complete this dorm https://t.co/SIxzochR53 #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4 I allow retakes for most assessments yet, they must be completed a week before the trimester. #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT

I'm always about trying something tnew. If it doesn't work then you can always go back.... but if it DOES work :) #worldgeochat

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Ms_Mielke Apr 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4: our school has ICU - no grade on homework / projects below 70 . Really, for tests I modify for Ss as needed. #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT

RT Q4 #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Q4.What is your re-test/retake policy for assessments? #worldgeochat

ReinkeKristi Apr 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4 I struggle with this! So hard to tell if a SS made no effort the 1st time! On the flip side, our goal is mastery, right? #worldgeochat

CoachHenkel Apr 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4 school policy is retakes for all summ assessments, regardless of content or skill test. AP kids are excluded. #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4: I don't give tests so it's a little easier with projects. If a S wants to do the work to learn more, I say let them. #worldgeochat

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4 Though, I must say, since going to “projects” I get less “retakes” on those. Ss mostly retake vocab/map quizzes. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Awesome! Thanks for sharing Ryan! #worldgeochat

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GeoJo22 Apr 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Here's a cheap headset. Or go with Cardboard. #worldgeochat https://t.co/Xw0YXbBQpD #worldgeochat

c_johnson007 Apr 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4 I generally don't allow it but I've been experimenting with an approach that contains corrections and reflection #worldgeochat

JohnHonish Apr 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4 5 school days from time you get graded original back, exceptions for IEPs and teacher discretion on other extensions #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4 If Ss are willing to put in the effort to redo it, Ill grade it. Life is full of redos. You can retake ACT,SAT driving test #worldgeochat

le_reitz Apr 11 @ 9:37 PM EDT

LOVE Geo Alive :) #worldgeochat

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SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: I tell Ss that anything >75 means OPPORTUNITY to retake. Received over 75? You're proficient and have shown understanding #worldgeochat

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mshemenway Apr 11 @ 9:37 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a3 for grins: can everyone post their states SS standard? It would be fun see differences. Texas: https://t.co/HvRazi7wt3

storiestoldinsf Apr 11 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: What @cheffernan75 said! #worldgeochat

MsTurner1027 Apr 11 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: anything can be redone or corrected for mastery of the content @ any point #worldgeochat

ReinkeKristi Apr 11 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4 I used to have an application for the SS to fill out before "approving" the option to retake. Too much time wasted. #worldgeochat

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4 I will allow always allow a retake, and if I feel they’re “gaming” the system, I call them on it, and their parents. #worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: Students can retake any test, but they have to fill out a request to retest form #worldgeochat

Hatch_2116 Apr 11 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: group testing is an awesome way to collaboratively retest #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: If we are designing good assessments, shouldn't Ss demonstrate mastery of each one, even if it takes a few tries? #worldgeochat

WeirMB Apr 11 @ 9:37 PM EDT

#worldgeochat Harv Physics Prof E Mazur changed viewpoint on grading & assessments retakes https://t.co/kHm58WxnbB https://t.co/PgcloxHMD4

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:38 PM EDT

I'm always surprised at how few Ss actually do take advantage of retakes though #worldgeochat

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GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4: Anyone can retake as many times as they want to feel like they did their best. Grades matter not, do or do not #worldgeochat

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4 Some do game the policy, but we have a real talk about it and I always reserve the right to cut ‘em off. #worldgeochat

ZahnerHistory Apr 11 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4: Reassessment in our class means a tutorial to review the results, targeted practice work, then reassess --> 3 meetings #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4 I also point out that Ss who don't care the first time, rarely care to retake. It's not adding too much work to me. #worldgeochat

MsTurner1027 Apr 11 @ 9:38 PM EDT

I find that this eventually corrects itself students learn that they have more to do if they don't try the 1st time #worldgeochat

In reply to @ReinkeKristi

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:38 PM EDT

To back up reasoning, Ss don't put 100% effort into it. Grades are impt? Work towards it (#harsh) #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Yes, so am I! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @cheffernan75

teachcaudill Apr 11 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Exactly!!! I'll try anything. If it doesn't work no big deal. If does then WOW!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @CoachHenkel, @JohnHRaby

c_johnson007 Apr 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT

With you there. I'm very conflicted about how to handle it, especially when I don't feel the effort was there the first time. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ReinkeKristi

JohnHonish Apr 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A4 have tried re-take application forms and failed miserably due to my own mismanagement of time #worldgeochat

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT

You put my harsh thoughts in more kinder words. But yes, I agree to this! #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A4 Idea is that assessments are to show Ss learning - but have to be realistic/feasible with the process. #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Yup. You're exactly right. Ss who care fix it. Ss who dont, dont! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT

And effort. I want the kid who tried six times to pass a test to know that his/her effort meant something #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby

mshemenway Apr 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a4 Campus went to a retest not correct test system this year. It's been more challenging for students (& teachers to buy in)

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT

What does this look like in your class John? #worldgeochat

In reply to @Hatch_2116

Hatch_2116 Apr 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT

I'm curious about this too #worldgeochat

JohnHonish Apr 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT

This might be really ignorant, but what the heck is a map lab? #worldgeochat

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4: I must say, I am still struggling with retakes. So many back and forth conversations about retakes in our school #worldgeochat

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Same. But, I also found it prevents Ss from just retaking all willy-nilly. Put the time in before, not after. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ReinkeKristi

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le_reitz Apr 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4. Corrections, study tool, conference with me. Then retake. Ss seem to put effort in 1st time yet have chance to show change #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT

@JohnHonish Check out these from TCI. https://t.co/O7YxDz2yDO #worldgeochat

In reply to @Hatch_2116, @JohnHonish

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT

And, for Ss that I know put the time in, I’ll reach out/relax the requirements. We don’t all learn the same. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ReinkeKristi

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT

And if our Ss know that we are not afraid of trying new things (and modeling them by being honest with our process) BANG! #worldgeochat

In reply to @teachcaudill, @CoachHenkel, @JohnHRaby

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Ss can submit HW a class late if they write me a note explaining why they didn't do it. Most don't do it for the next class. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @cheffernan75

WeirMB Apr 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A2 1 tool to cut down on grading to get pulse of S knowledge was Entrance Slips & Exit Slips - quick to read feedback next day #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT

I love all of this. #worldgeochat

CoachHenkel Apr 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT

We set up a "test center" just for that reason. Retake or you'll do it during Friday detention. Failure is not an option.
In reply to @ecasey77, @cheffernan75

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Question number 5 coming up in a minute #worldgeochat

GeoJo22 Apr 11 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4 All for it. This year major assess. have been projects. Retakes amount to corrections. It demos learning for me. #worldgeochat

ZahnerHistory Apr 11 @ 9:41 PM EDT

He looks like the AP50 professor who lets his Harvard Ss work together on whatever problems they choose ... gives team tests #worldgeochat

In reply to @WeirMB

c_johnson007 Apr 11 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Agreed! I want to hear more. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @Hatch_2116

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Sure! #worldgeochat https://t.co/ZzsgOjWbJs

In reply to @mshemenway

evsmomgen Apr 11 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A4) I allow test retakes if a student earns below 75%. It's a choice to retake, not a mandate. #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:42 PM EDT

#worldgeochat resources! This is why I love this chat GOLD STAR !!!

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Sure! #worldgeochat https://t.co/ZzsgOjWbJs
In reply to @mshemenway

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Love the idea of group testing. Most people don't succeed or fail alone! #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Q5.What is your best ways and times to provide feedback to students? #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Once again @GeoJo22 shows us how it's done #worldgeochat #follow her!

GeoJo22 Apr 11 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4 All for it. This year major assess. have been projects. Retakes amount to corrections. It demos learning for me. #worldgeochat

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A5: Feedback really does need to be given back within couple of days for most impact (something I need to work on) #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Did you know that #worldgeochat has a blog? Well you should. https://t.co/gO6fpXyxBJ

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:43 PM EDT

So true! It's still learning, no matter how many times they try. #worldgeochat

In reply to @TheSwish, @ReinkeKristi

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Group grades can be difficult in middle school. Has to be carefully managed/monitored #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

c_johnson007 Apr 11 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Very true. Each student brings something different to the classroom. We always have to be aware of that #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel, @ReinkeKristi

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q5 RT #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Q5.What is your best ways and times to provide feedback to students? #worldgeochat

Ms_Mielke Apr 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5: I love having "meetings" with students - at table to go over work, also having Gdrive projects that I can be in w/ Ss #worldgeochat

ZahnerHistory Apr 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Teaches Ss to not settle for their present level of achievement. Also allows Ss to decide whether a grade defines them or not. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

teachcaudill Apr 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

@SamMandeville sometimes I totally forget you are a 2nd year T. I'm a 1st &I I borrow ideas from you A LOT!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @cheffernan75, @SamMandeville

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Zeroes for missing work? #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Yes we blog here at #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Did you know that #worldgeochat has a blog? Well you should. https://t.co/gO6fpXyxBJ

GeoJo22 Apr 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Love it! I have used rubrics with just the highest score, but like this better. #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel, @GeoSpiegs, @JohnHRaby, @teachcaudill

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

RT Q5 #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Q5.What is your best ways and times to provide feedback to students? #worldgeochat

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

D'awwww shucks! Us newbies gotta help each other out!! :) #worldgeochat

In reply to @teachcaudill, @cheffernan75

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5 - Feedback in person is hard. We do have 45 min/week where we can “sign-up” Ss to visit us - like a school-wide study hall. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A: I would love to get rid of letter grades. I do frequent checks ins. I need to explore giving recorded comments. #worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Agreed! Same here. #worldgeochat @CanvasLMS has helped me with that a little.

In reply to @SamMandeville, @ecasey77, @CanvasLMS

ZahnerHistory Apr 11 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Zeros let Ss off the hook. The consequence in our class is completing the work. #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby

ReinkeKristi Apr 11 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5 This! This is where I struggle! Do I spend time going over with them? Do I put in a bin and let those that want it take it? #worldgeochat

MsTurner1027 Apr 11 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5: I try to give feedback as quickly as possible for it to mean something. Sometimes I fail at being prompt but I do try #worldgeochat

WeirMB Apr 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2 another strategy I stole was "Lingering ?s" at beginning & end of class on white brd Ss loved the anonymity & feedback #worldgeochat

c_johnson007 Apr 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5 individual conferences are the best but Docs is a great tool for providing feedback to a lot of students #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT

As a 20 year teacher. This makes me so happy. #worldgeochat

teachcaudill Apr 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

@SamMandeville sometimes I totally forget you are a 2nd year T. I'm a 1st &I I borrow ideas from you A LOT!! #worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville, @cheffernan75, @SamMandeville

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Do I just give constructive feedback? "Praise" feedback (I like that you did....) So many questions #worldgeochat

In reply to @ReinkeKristi

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5 I liked using comments feature in GoogleDocs. W/Group projects you can hop into their document + give feedback in real-time #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5: Grading electronically has helped me provided feedback much faster. #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Listen to @ZahnerHistory #worldgeochat

ZahnerHistory Apr 11 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Zeros let Ss off the hook. The consequence in our class is completing the work. #worldgeochat
In reply to @JohnHRaby

CoachHenkel Apr 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5 I need to rethink my feedback. Too slow and when too much time passes Ss care less. Need a way to expedite the process. #worldgeochat

MsTurner1027 Apr 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5.2 I really like #googleclassroom because I can put feedback on the doc and share it immediately with them #worldgeochat

JohnHonish Apr 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5 @EDpuzzle is awesome for really timely feedback on some of my formatives with flipped classroom videos #worldgeochat

storiestoldinsf Apr 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5: Ss/teams sign up for Check-Ins with me during workshop time in class. Abt 5 Ss/teams per day. #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Good Q. How about both? #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Same here. #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Providing thoughtful questions and feedback using the comments feature has been a huge help for Ss #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5 My best feedback is when I have a convo w/ Ss. They sadly don't read comments on work, just the grade. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Love being able to comment through docs in real time. Face to face though is always best and most effective #worldgeochat

In reply to @c_johnson007

GeoJo22 Apr 11 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Wondering if I can create this in Schoology. #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel, @GeoSpiegs, @JohnHRaby, @teachcaudill

WeirMB Apr 11 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A4 Retakes always offered a D or an F (but also allowed Ss choice on assessments many times) surprised how few took advantage #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:47 PM EDT

try GoogleDocs #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:47 PM EDT

This true. I would like to incorporate more of these in my class. How do you do it? #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

Hatch_2116 Apr 11 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Ss take test first individually. Next day they take it again in homogeneous groups. Average grades of both. #worldgeochat

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:48 PM EDT

I used to wish I had a Grading Monkey - now I wish I had a Feedback Monkey…the time-struggle is real. #worldgeochat

c_johnson007 Apr 11 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Sometimes I don't know where I'd be without docs #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Wait... you mean #worldgeochat is on Facebook also??? https://t.co/CPphyBiiiT

ZahnerHistory Apr 11 @ 9:48 PM EDT

I do comments or grade, never both for that reason. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:48 PM EDT

They can also highlight passages they are having trouble with and as kQs to show their thinking #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Definitely having background in LA and workshop model has helped me a ton! #worldgeochat

In reply to @storiestoldinsf

Hatch_2116 Apr 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Ss take test first individually. Next day they take it again in homogeneous groups. Average grades of both. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT

What does this look like in your class John? #worldgeochat
In reply to @Hatch_2116

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT

I like this - once a grade/value is assigned, so much value of the feedback is lost. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ZahnerHistory, @cheffernan75

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT

No doubt. Tech offers so many quick formative assessments! #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish, @EDpuzzle

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT

It's something I'm still working on. With 120 Ss, I'm struggling to get to all of them even once a week #worldgeochat

In reply to @Ms_Mielke, @ms_greencvhs

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT

I like the two-way conversation. Haven't thought of that! Thanks for the tip #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Especially in group work. I'd pop into their chat feature on the doc and ask Qs or ask if they had any Qs or me #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish

JohnHonish Apr 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A5 typing comments in google docs as they work is a great classroom management strategy too, they know you're watching #worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Do you live comment while they are working on the document? This is an interesting concept. #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT

not sure.... #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoJo22, @CoachHenkel, @JohnHRaby, @teachcaudill

storiestoldinsf Apr 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Yes, my teaching load is 2 ELA blocks and 1 section of SS! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Love that Kevin. Makes perfect sense to me! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ZahnerHistory

mdoran2067 Apr 11 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A5. This infographic may help... #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:50 PM EDT

8:50 and time for the last question of the week. Q6 coming up! #worldgeochat

c_johnson007 Apr 11 @ 9:50 PM EDT

That always makes me sad when you offer it but few take advantage of it. #worldgeochat

In reply to @WeirMB

storiestoldinsf Apr 11 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Do this ALL. THE. TIME. Love it!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

ZahnerHistory Apr 11 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A5: Feedback on Google Classroom questions is quick. Mostly comments, fewer grades ... need Ss to focus on their work #worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Love this. I am curious how I can do this through using the tools that we have: @Office365 and @CanvasLMS #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @JohnHonish, @Office365, @CanvasLMS

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Fair point. I've just started giving 0s for the shock value but change them to 50% before the end of a marking period. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ReinkeKristi

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q6.What changes would you like to make to your grading practices? #worldgeochat

teachcaudill Apr 11 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Haha. We have to stick together!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @cheffernan75

evsmomgen Apr 11 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A5) Feedback is a struggle for me. Anything done via the Google Suite allows for it easily, but posted comments = impersonal. #worldgeochat

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Some days where Ss are collaborating & I'm @ desk actively providing feedback & comments. Way 4 me to identify main confusions #worldgeochat

In reply to @ms_greencvhs, @JohnHonish

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Sometimes I'd have a work day in class+we'd all be on GDocs+a student would catch my eye as they saw I was reading their doc #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:51 PM EDT

That was my schedule for 3 years :) #worldgeochat

In reply to @storiestoldinsf

mshemenway Apr 11 @ 9:51 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a5 grading/returning papers would be easier: 1) more than a conference pd/day taken up w/ meetings 2x wk & 2) longer classes

ZahnerHistory Apr 11 @ 9:51 PM EDT

There's research that shows 30 percent achievement gain for comments only, 0 percent gain for score or score and comments #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:52 PM EDT

9:50. #worldgeochat #eastcoastbias

In reply to @ecasey77

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:52 PM EDT

RT Q6 #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q6.What changes would you like to make to your grading practices? #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A6 A: I’m looking forward to going completely standards based grading next year. #worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Nice! Loving this! #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @JohnHonish

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:52 PM EDT

That's an amazing stat! I had no clue. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ZahnerHistory

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Yes, it's hard with no 1:1 (I did it without). Lab, lab carts, at home, shared computers, et al #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A6: Providing more feedback as a way of grading and transitioning to more SBG #hooked #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77

Hatch_2116 Apr 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT

I want my grading practices to reflect my educational philosophy #growthmindset #worldgeochat

ZahnerHistory Apr 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT

We do a few conferences a year. Kids want mentors more than anything else. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

GeoJo22 Apr 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6 I want to be more constructive w/feedback. Even when you focus on specific, it ends up sounding same. Want it personal. #worldgeochat

mshemenway Apr 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT

#worldgeochat the average load at my school is teaching seven classes (usually the same subject) & an advisory & a conference & lunch a5

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6 I'm taking @ZahnerHistory 's idea of grade it or comment on it, but not both! #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT

https://t.co/UdV2cKUQ7C #worldgeochat @Schoology

In reply to @teachcaudill, @GeoJo22, @CoachHenkel, @JohnHRaby, @Schoology

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6: I would like a system that I am confident truly measures what a S can do but doesn't make them focus solely on the grade. #worldgeochat

JohnHonish Apr 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6 i would like our skyward grading software to not call a 3 on 4pt SBG scale a C and 75%, but that's out of my control #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Q6 RT #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q6.What changes would you like to make to your grading practices? #worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6: More real time feedback, more conversations with the students #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Falls in line with this piece I shared earlier by @hhschiaravalli https://t.co/g9x5n6Miv7 #worldgeochat

In reply to @ZahnerHistory, @cheffernan75, @hhschiaravalli

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:54 PM EDT

WHOA!! Legit?! That's a lot... #worldgeochat

In reply to @mshemenway

ms_greencvhs Apr 11 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Oh my!!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel, @cheffernan75, @Ms_Mielke

storiestoldinsf Apr 11 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Lovelovelovelovelovelovelove ELA! #booknerd #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @ecasey77

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Specific feedback is key! #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoJo22

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:54 PM EDT

I use @eBackpack but I think there are a lot of ways you could do it. #worldgeochat

GeoJo22 Apr 11 @ 9:54 PM EDT

It's a learning mgnt system like Classroom, but has a lot more to it. I can create digital rubrics. #worldgeochat

In reply to @teachcaudill, @CoachHenkel, @GeoSpiegs, @JohnHRaby

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6 - More feedback in a timely manner is always the goal - but really need/want to reevaluate map assessments… #worldgeochat

ReinkeKristi Apr 11 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6 I would like to give more writing assignments and have someone else grade them for me. 😜 #worldgeochat

c_johnson007 Apr 11 @ 9:55 PM EDT

I want to take a more standards-based approach to my grading and develop a fair way to grade on mastery of knowledge #worldgeochat

CoachHenkel Apr 11 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6 After tonight I might be dumping completion grading and formative grading. I need to think about tracking process though... #worldgeochat

ZahnerHistory Apr 11 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6: My online grade book says, "See tracking sheet and Google Drive folder for feedback" Like to keep it that way #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Jaw drop #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @mshemenway

MsTurner1027 Apr 11 @ 9:55 PM EDT

I would want to go gradeless and have the focus on the learning experience... I'll settle for completely mastery based #worldgeochat

caranowou Apr 11 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Sorry for missing tonight #worldgeochat! Just finally got home. Looks like I'll have to catch up next week

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:55 PM EDT

I only have 80 students altogether and I'm struggling. Can only image 120 altogether or 37 in one class! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ms_greencvhs, @CoachHenkel, @cheffernan75, @Ms_Mielke

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:55 PM EDT

No kidding. We went heavy on the writing this year. Thinking next year do many, but shorter, easier for feedback. Maybe. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ReinkeKristi

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Be specific Be constructive Be kind #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Specific feedback is key! #worldgeochat
In reply to @GeoJo22

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Me too! What are you reading these days? Read Goodbye Days over break and loved it! #worldgeochat

In reply to @storiestoldinsf, @cheffernan75

Ms_Mielke Apr 11 @ 9:56 PM EDT

More cross curriculum projects! #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT
Q6 RT #worldgeochat
- ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:50 PM EDT
  
  Q6.What changes would you like to make to your grading practices? #worldgeochat

evsmomgen Apr 11 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A6) Since I'll be in a MS setting next SY, I'm sure my grading practices will change. #worldgeochat

Jim_dEntremont Apr 11 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Perhaps give them the grade after they reflect on your feedback? #worldgeochat

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GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:56 PM EDT

No problem, Ken! We'll catch you on the flip! #worldgeochat

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cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT

We've got some great #worldgeochat topics coming up 4.18 - Class Discussions 4.25 - Taking Action 5.2 - Ditching the Textbook Lots to learn!

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Teaching writing is so important. Grading writing is not fun! #worldgeochat

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WeirMB Apr 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT

TY @GeoSpiegs & whole #worldgeochat team TY for a great discussion on a challenging topic GRADES & Grading!

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT

One of my colleagues does that. You only get a grade after writing a reflection piece on her comments. #worldgeochat

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Ms_Mielke Apr 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Thank you to #worldgeochat and #personalizedPD --- #6thchat, I lurked plenty!!!! Have an awesome week - so many resources to look over.

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT

My biggest is 23 and it's inclusion... Chaos in a small room #worldgeochat

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mshemenway Apr 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a6 grade authentically- give open ended ques that show understanding and not a rote answer. It will help build PBL climate.

JohnHRaby Apr 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Check out https://t.co/ElO3xmEtPk It's not perfect but it might help speed up grading writing. #worldgeochat

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GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT

When did it get to be 9:58pm? #worldgeochat is almost over

ZahnerHistory Apr 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A6: I would like mastery of standards to be set at 85/100 (3.5/4) and report Pass for 85 and above, the score for 84 and below #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Huge thanks to @ecasey77 for running the show tonight! #worldgeochat

MsTurner1027 Apr 11 @ 9:58 PM EDT

I have folders with every students name on it. I keep all the work but students have access to borrow what they need to redo #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:58 PM EDT

130 this year! Yikes. #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @ms_greencvhs, @CoachHenkel, @cheffernan75, @Ms_Mielke

c_johnson007 Apr 11 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Schools need to grow so that grades are seen by all as a tool for growth rather than a way to punish students for mistakes. #worldgeochat

In reply to @WeirMB

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Always great to have you join the fun Merri :) #worldgeochat

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cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Don't forget to come back to #worldgeochat all week and post what you're doing - successes or things that could have gone better!

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:58 PM EDT

HUGE round of applause to @ecasey77 for taking the reins tonight! So much to think about #worldgeochat

storiestoldinsf Apr 11 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Finishing The Last of August by @skippingstones (Charlotte Holmes & Jamie Watson --descendants---partnering up) #worldgeochat

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ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thanks so much to everyone that partcipated tonight! As always my brain is churning with new ideas! #worldgeochat

GeoJo22 Apr 11 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thanks for the challenging Q's tonight! #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:59 PM EDT

don't forget to check out the #worldgeochat blog! https://t.co/4XT72Vq9hM

SamMandeville Apr 11 @ 9:59 PM EDT

17 in one class, 18, 21 and 23. Our district has 3 middle schools though. Large community, broken down #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish, @ms_greencvhs, @CoachHenkel, @cheffernan75, @Ms_Mielke

TheSwish Apr 11 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Will it provide feedback for me?! I kid… #butwillit #worldgeochat

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evsmomgen Apr 11 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A6b) I hope to learn smart grading practices from my future teammates. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Thanks Chris! #worldgeochat

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c_johnson007 Apr 11 @ 9:59 PM EDT

That's right! Nice job @ecasey77 . I'm glad I was able to join in. #worldgeochat

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MsTurner1027 Apr 11 @ 9:59 PM EDT

I have found rubrics work too. Stick to grading on the rubric and grading seems to go quicker for me #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby, @ReinkeKristi

GeoSpiegs - Moderator Apr 11 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Big props to @ecasey77 for running the show tonight at #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator Apr 11 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Tonight's #worldgeochat Transcript from @participate! https://t.co/8NuiCwhoZS