#ECEchat Archive
We chat every Tuesday night at 8:30-9:30 pm CST. All are welcome, especially EarlyEd teachers, leaders & experts. Co-founded & moderated by @techwnancy @JessicaCabeen & @VealHeidi
Tuesday April 26, 2016
Jillian, 2nd grade teacher, Texas
Hello PLN my name is Nancy. I am an AP on a bilingual early childhood school in N. TX. Looking forward to the learning tonight.
Marisa, Katy, TX, elementary math/science instructional coach
Hello I'm Michelle from Minnesota. I teach parenting classes in an Early Childhood Family Education program.
Danielle K teacher in AZ. Excited to learn about differentiation with you all.
Kim, early childhood special ed., Olathe, Kansas. Excited about the topic.
Pumped for tonightβs guest hosted by our good friend Sheβs gunna bring the fire!
is in a Q/A format with Q1, Q2, etc. Mark responses w/ A1, A2, A3,...etc
Good evening Bridget Visser, Literacy Specialist joining. How are my friends? :) Missed everyone last week.
Tracey, VP of curriculum , Dallas, TX
Once more...Meg Whittaker from McKinney, TX. Head start teacher to the best class in the world!
Lisa aka Mrs. G, Houston, TX, lead learner
Hi Jessie! Welcome to tonight!
Susie- Administrator at an amazing Early Childhood School in North Texas! Excited for !
Susie- Administrator at an amazing Early Childhood School in North Texas! Excited for !
Thanks! Lots of awesome educators from Should be an awesome learning experience!
Parent learning! Awesome! https://t.co/20OtxLLYgf
Hello I'm Michelle from Minnesota. I teach parenting classes in an Early Childhood Family Education program.
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Hello ! Reba from Dallas Education Consultant w/ Houghton-Mifflin-Harcourt We are under tornado watch right now.
Remember to include the hashtag so everyone can follow along.
Hi Michelle. Welcome to tonight! Glad you are here!
Hi Jessica-K Principal in Minnesota.
Yikes! Sending positive thoughts your way!
Hi friend! How have you been? Welcome to too! Always glad to learn with you!!!
Scott, ECE writer and teacher from Nashville
The McKinney teacher of the year is in da houseeeeeeee! https://t.co/KEh5gdfEAq
Once more...Meg Whittaker from McKinney, TX. Head start teacher to the best class in the world!
Me too!!! β€οΈπ½ https://t.co/5w8PwKPBwl
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Kim, 2nd grade, from Wylie, TX
Hello I'm Estefany Quintanilla DualLang Teacher in Houston!
I think this is the perfect way to take your mind off the weather!
OMG! I love having another principal and friend here tonight! https://t.co/2SbDwZyyuW
Susie- Administrator at an amazing Early Childhood School in North Texas! Excited for !
Hello I'm Estefany Quintanilla, dual language teacher in Houston!
Rosie from Angola IN kindergarten teacher
psh... She's leading the chat tonight!
A1. Meeting Ss where they are, providing support to help them grow, using different modalities & strategies. Equity!
Hi Kim, I think we are both under tornado watches tonight right??? This is a good place to be right now.
Hello! ππΌ Belinda Nava, from
Deloris principal of Early Childhood Center from North Texas
A1 Differentiation means providing instruction tailored to individual students & their diverse needs, SEL &/or academic.
A1-Meeting a student where they are developmentally & taking them where they are ready to go!
A1 to me it means teaching to child, not teaching to class. Adapting to the learner.
A1. Finding a way to reach all learners. Accepting that not all will learn the same content in the same way.
A1. Work together to move forward across the learning continuum (works for Ss as well as Ts).
Q1- Differentiating is meeting the needs of every child, helping each child grow, and making every child a star!
A1. Differentiation means meeting Ss where they are and with how they learn, fair not equal
Welcome Bridget! Iβve been awesome! I hope you are safe tonight w/ the coming severe weather.
A1: Differentiation to me means following the needs of the child...academically, socially, emotionally...whatever needed 2 succeed
A1: Tailoring instruction and assessment to the specific needs of your students. It's all about your 'who,' why (purpose) and how
Just watched this Sunday night. Hilarious movie!!
Exactly! https://t.co/WVGi8Q8biY
A1-Meeting a student where they are developmentally & taking them where they are ready to go!
A1: meeting students needs where they are at and where they need to be.
A1: Knowing that One Size Does Not Fit All - Meeting all Ss needs with a diversified curriculum.
That's right! We are on THEIR journey! https://t.co/3s1BWAsqXj
A1 to me it means teaching to child, not teaching to class. Adapting to the learner.
A1: teaching to diverse learners, not cookie cutter teaching, using multiple teaching styles and tools.
Krista Kinder Houston...first tweet :)
Differing instruction to meet each child's needs; finding what works for each student
A1: it means making sure everyone in the class is learning - no matter what level
A1: Reaching Ss with different learning styles & abilities so that every Ss has the opportunity to be experience academic success
A1. Tailoring instruction to meet students' needs and interests.
A1: Differentiation is connecting the child and the learning in the way each learns best.
A1: differentiation is having meaningful lesson that meet the learning needs of all students in the class.(not just extra work)
Educating the whole child! https://t.co/EVKxJPDPPu
A1: Differentiation to me means following the needs of the child...academically, socially, emotionally...whatever needed 2 succeed
A1: Meeting the Ss where they are to move them fwd. Meeting the needs of every single student in your in every subject.
A1: Differentiation is tailoring the tching & lrning efforts to meet Ss needs while maintaining β¬οΈ levels of expectations 4 ea Ss
Great definition! https://t.co/GAUvwUzJQI
A1: Tailoring instruction and assessment to the specific needs of your students. It's all about your 'who,' why (purpose) and how
is also our Elem TOY!! I can attest to the best class in the world thing too! https://t.co/OfZApJTAFt
Once more...Meg Whittaker from McKinney, TX. Head start teacher to the best class in the world!
It's the variation of work not addition! Great answer! https://t.co/E6qNJ9I30f
A1: differentiation is having meaningful lesson that meet the learning needs of all students in the class.(not just extra work)
A1 Equip, empower, & inspire Ss w/ability to identify strengths & OFIs. Ownership of learning-reflect & refine. Celebrate progress
A1: Doing what's best for each student !
A1- providing instruction/resources to meet the ability levels of each student. Every child is on a different learning level.
A1 Differentiation means using all available resources to know, teach, & accelerate all Ss.
A1: meeting the diverse needs of the students in your class
A1: Using different strategies, etc. to connect with every child.
Welcome Kevin! I always enjoy learning with you on Canβt wait to hear your perspectives tonight.
Stay safe tonight Reba. We are ready to hunker down in McKinney.
A1 Help Ss identify & address own/shared perceptions to change reality (on content, learning etc.) Culture of improvement Teamwork!
A1 differentiation is meeting the needs of all learners, using different strategies! Making sure everyone is growing
A1: Meeting the Ss where they are to move them fwd. Meeting the needs of every single student in your school in every subject.
A1: Differentiation is meeting all of students needs at their own level so they can learn and understand.
A1-Differentiation is making learning available to each and every student by working on their level.
Strategies are important to reach a variety of students https://t.co/Bri8WWPo3e
A1: Using different strategies, etc. to connect with every child.
A1: also think it goes beyond academic levels. Looks to developmental levels, emotional maturity and other factors too.
Hu all!!! Paulina, Literacy Coach, from St. Croix, Virgin Islands.
A1: Differentiation is recognizing that everyone learns differently...and not making people feel "different" because of it!
Q2: What are some difficulties that teachers may encounter when differentiating between students? https://t.co/ycpndvcq8D
A1: Equally as important differentiation is NOT making it harder or easier.. It's about ensuring that Ss continue to learn!
Love how you put this https://t.co/tpJVkl8gJX
A1: Differentiation is connecting the child and the learning in the way each learns best.
love that! Look at growth individually!
So true! https://t.co/hwr2XT4sYX
A1: Differentiation is recognizing that everyone learns differently...and not making people feel "different" because of it!
Thanks!! Yep we are keeping a watch out. So is here with us tonight in the chat.
A2: I hear all the time that it's so much extra work. No, it's your job!!
A2: Finding time to build the relationships needed to help differentiate for Ss to the level they need is difficult
A1: All Ss are unique and have individual style of learning which I teach to their needs
A2. Time. It takes time to reflect on what each student's needs may be.
A2 time is always a factor!
A2: I think the biggest difficulty is having, managing, and use time efficiently to meet all Ss!
A2. Feeling as if they don't have enough strategies, not being knowledgeable about where to find strategies, changing needs of Ss.
A1: working in a way that children are capable of showing comprehension & growth.
A2 The time it takes to prep/plan the differentiated learning can be a challenge for some.
Q2: fully knowing Ss ability and perseverance levels, feeling it's 'extra' work, needing guidance on how to align to guidelines
A2 Teachers have to KNOW their sβs & their needs 2 differentiate for them. If they donβt know what their sβs need, theyβre @ a loss
A2-Differentiation becomes difficult when you have a large gap with students on all different levels with different needs.
A2. Lack of adequate resources and that it can be time consuming.
A2-Lack of actionable information on Ss needs & abilities & time to prepare & implement!
SOMEONE give this woman an OSCAR! https://t.co/xSoch1JKUi
A2: I hear all the time that it's so much extra work. No, it's your job!!
A2. Management. Can seem like alot to take on. Start with one skill/area/group and think of other ways to present info, then build
It can be! https://t.co/xusaFANRF2
A2: Finding time to build the relationships needed to help differentiate for Ss to the level they need is difficult
A2. Collaboration is needed in order gain a repertoire of strategies to support Ss.
A2 Understanding difference between equity and equality. Must provide equitable, intentionally exceptional opportunities for all.
A2: Time, lack of preparation, understanding how to cater to each learning style and need.
A2: Differentiation is easy to say but difficult to implement. Ts often struggle with the "how" and not letting it overwhelm them.
Differentiation is about EVERY childβs needs, not just the striving ones! Both intervention & enrichment!
A2. Where to start. Working with other Ts in a PLC can help support each other through the work. https://t.co/G21rHNyAeE
Q2: What are some difficulties that teachers may encounter when differentiating between students? https://t.co/ycpndvcq8D
A2: It is important that Ts have some PD in regards to developing QUALITY lessons that are differentiated. Otherwise...:-(
A2 objective data can be difficult to come across at such a young age
A2 Lack of knowledge on when, what, how, and/why differentiate.
I've read "Time" multiple times within a minute! https://t.co/xITRuifwdc
A2 The time it takes to prep/plan the differentiated learning can be a challenge for some.
A2. Remembering to involve parents. Share strategies so their is continuity in practice.
I think learning the art of it can be equally as difficult!
RT Q2: What are some difficulties that teachers may encounter when differentiating between students? https://t.co/Q1iuJ5X8eH
A2: Keeping work challenging for all learners and making sure everyone is learning at their level https://t.co/1S7cMg798K
Q2: What are some difficulties that teachers may encounter when differentiating between students? https://t.co/ycpndvcq8D
Learn together grow together! True! https://t.co/raSDXlBro3
A2. Collaboration is needed in order gain a repertoire of strategies to support Ss.
A2 Strategies, action plan, etc. may work for one Ss or handful but not others. Learning experiences tailored to individual needs.
I'm at the airport heading home to fully join in
YES! https://t.co/sbbGmu6rLz
A2 Understanding difference between equity and equality. Must provide equitable, intentionally exceptional opportunities for all.
We have to beware though not to let it be an EXCUSE.
So often the enrichment is left out of the differentiation conversation!! https://t.co/TLXytuFEIk
Differentiation is about EVERY childβs needs, not just the striving ones! Both intervention & enrichment!
You have to know your Ss or it doesn't work. https://t.co/UNVZeawRY2
Q2: fully knowing Ss ability and perseverance levels, feeling it's 'extra' work, needing guidance on how to align to guidelines
A2: Ts who do not know their Ss & understand the Ss learning styles may struggle with differentiating instruction
Good thing you're here! This is your PD! https://t.co/jylQXeza6J
A2: It is important that Ts have some PD in regards to developing QUALITY lessons that are differentiated. Otherwise...:-(
I love the idea of chunking! Just get started... https://t.co/HU0IL91A0q
A2. Management. Can seem like alot to take on. Start with one skill/area/group and think of other ways to present info, then build
A2 We also have to develop our data collection and observation skills to ensure differentiation is effective.
SEL differentiation is as important as academic differentiation in my book! https://t.co/FWROzXQlW3
A1: also think it goes beyond academic levels. Looks to developmental levels, emotional maturity and other factors too.
Or different ages and languages. I have 3-5 yr olds! https://t.co/DhbvL5SR3O
A2-Differentiation becomes difficult when you have a large gap with students on all different levels with different needs.
A2: Time, planning, preparation, organizing..
you are so right! It's your job now do it!
A2: making sure you know your students well enough 1st. time to differentiate lesson, workstations, etc https://t.co/2uTWEnAcxT
RT Q2: What are some difficulties that teachers may encounter when differentiating between students? https://t.co/Q1iuJ5X8eH
A2: Collaboration and sharing what is working what has been tried and what is not working... COMMUNICATION is KEY!
A2: Managing time, knowing how to plan and implement differentiation for each student.
A2: I also think it's hard for Ts to admit that they don't know how to differentiate because of how their peers will receive it.
I'd like to thank for this award!
A2 we have to challenge the assumption that differentiation suggests getting all children to the same level in different ways.
Agreed! This is sometimes left out and what we think is working may not be.
It's also about job embedded PD so that it's relevant and actionable. https://t.co/UM3V1nwp0j
A2: It is important that Ts have some PD in regards to developing QUALITY lessons that are differentiated. Otherwise...:-(
Yes yes!!!ππ½ππ½ππ½ https://t.co/s8DScT6SB7
A2 Understanding difference between equity and equality. Must provide equitable, intentionally exceptional opportunities for all.
Yes--I do, too. Then you've got 3 y/o entering a 4y/o group due to ability...they learn and change rapidly!
Q3: Coming up in 1 minute
WOW! Sad but true... https://t.co/6UknUCIkYC
A2: I also think it's hard for Ts to admit that they don't know how to differentiate because of how their peers will receive it.
Yes! Data, data and more data! ! https://t.co/1ya47ryVPz
A2 We also have to develop our data collection and observation skills to ensure differentiation is effective.
Agreed! Diff. became a buzz word so fast everyone assumed they were supposed to know what it meant https://t.co/tkFoew0pS2
A2: I also think it's hard for Ts to admit that they don't know how to differentiate because of how their peers will receive it.
A2: lack of understanding how & what resources to use to differentiate.Administrators must provide Ts wth PD to help those in need
A2 I think differentiation means further challenging students. Especially if they show an interest in what they're learning.
Agree. Thatβs where mentors, teammates & coaches help support teachers, guiding the process of differentiating.
A2: sometimes it's hard to know how to start or where to start. Having a strong team/PLC is key.
A2: It takes planning. It takes knowing your students. It also takes being able to give up control in areas.
Exactly, you have to look at individual growth!! https://t.co/DRrNz64Z4z
A2 we have to challenge the assumption that differentiation suggests getting all children to the same level in different ways.
A1- for ELLs must scaffold language based expectations and plan appropriate supports to meet content & lang objectives
Often we focus on Ss who need additional support - and not see those who are ready for more challenge.
Hi Paulina! So glad you could join g tonightI love it when folks join in internationally! is such a great PLN!
Hi Paulina! So glad you could join g tonightI love it when folks join in internationally! is such a great PLN!
True! Let it go! https://t.co/MKWkycxTQn
A2: It takes planning. It takes knowing your students. It also takes being able to give up control in areas.
Yes. They are all getting to different levels different ways! https://t.co/gb4jNfmQzx
A2 we have to challenge the assumption that differentiation suggests getting all children to the same level in different ways.
A2:understand y β° is a problem, but it isn't an excuse to not to know the levels of each student. Get a new strategy/technique!
A2: I have seen Ts get "differentiation" confused with projects, projects, projects
A2: It is very time consuming & hard to plan, But it has to be done in order for the kids to be successful.
A3. Multiple modalities, the way you pose questions to Ss, the opportunity to work in a manner of ways: talking, drawing, writing.
Yes! Lack of & and abundance of resources can impede. PD is critical. https://t.co/NMOQ30Vsyi
A2: lack of understanding how & what resources to use to differentiate.Administrators must provide Ts wth PD to help those in need
Often need to improve soft skills (conflict resolution, communication, & collaboration) when ahead academically
It often feels like we are data rich, but there are struggles with interpreting the data into action.
A3. When differentiating whole group you want to ensure access to the content by offering multiple opportunities to practice.
A3. Roles within the group, questions asked, and materials will not be the same.
they sure do! It's awesome to see the growth and how the older a challenge the you gets!
Preach! https://t.co/tx5jWwnwaK
A2:understand y β° is a problem, but it isn't an excuse to not to know the levels of each student. Get a new strategy/technique!
Rossana Garcia, dual la vuage Farias πππ
A3- through a variety of questioning.
And knowing how to USE the data!
A3-Strategies used, particularly questioning strategies
Yes! Social emotional development should come first.
Such a great point! Why reinvent things before trying what may already be successful? It may not, but try! https://t.co/sYAzlE3nbn
A2. Collaboration is needed in order gain a repertoire of strategies to support Ss.
A3: Different outcomes, change in pacing/delivery, choice, interest
A3. Asking different questions using colored cards by tiers
A3-Love seeing our teachers vary questions, tier vocabulary, and give choice during large group lessons.
TRUE! You can have amazing data and not know what to do with it! At least data can be your starting point! https://t.co/1tK8aSEidq
And knowing how to USE the data!
A3: tired questions during read alouds & think-pair-share are helpful.
A3: ?s/tasks 2 give 2 Ss @ their level, giving all Ss opportunities 2 part. no matter ability. Making everyone feel successful.
Good point, thx for pointing out this misconception https://t.co/qqpXI3ldP1
A2: I have seen Ts get "differentiation" confused with projects, projects, projects
Yes! Ss need practice! Mastery isn't instantaneous. https://t.co/UdA5rtpmVm
A3. When differentiating whole group you want to ensure access to the content by offering multiple opportunities to practice.
A3-Use multiple modes to introduce concepts and use questioning to differentiate.
A3:Providing Ss multiple ways to learn a skill (visual, tech, hands on, scaffolding ?s) etc.. & guided practice.
A3: Offer information/content in different ways - words, drawings, music, etc.
A3. You can still differentiate based on interest, have differentiated groups, pacing, & dialogue, providing support and scaffold.
A3: Laregely depends upon the objective of the lesson, but for it could be interactive tech that supports open ended response
A3 use of questions, visuals, choices
A3 Intentional, strategic, organized chaos. Visitors uncertain about learning at first, Ss can explain purpose & intended outcome
