#TEDEdChat Archive

Sparked by the enthusiasm of teachers in the TED-Ed community, TED-Ed hosts #TEDEdChat on Twitter every Tuesday from 6-7pm ET.
Tuesday September 26, 2017
6:00 PM EDT
  • participatechat Sep 26 @ 6:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #TEDEdChat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/F8356xdmtl
  • TED_ED - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:00 PM EDT
    #TEDEdChat starts now! Respond to each quote with a question, connection, or idea & A1, A2 & #TEDEdChat!
  • teachermarija Sep 26 @ 6:00 PM EDT
    TED_ED: #TEDEdChat starts now! Respond to each quote with a question, connection, or idea & A1, A2 & #TEDEdChat! #education #edchat
  • TEDxPortBouet Sep 26 @ 6:00 PM EDT
    #TEDEdChat starts now! Respond to each quote with a question, connection, or idea & A1, A2 & #TEDEdChat!
  • TEDxGrandBassam Sep 26 @ 6:01 PM EDT
    TEDxPortBouet N’hésitez pas à suivre le compte ! #Akwaba #10Oct17 #TEDEdChat starts now! Respond to each quote with a question, connection,…
  • TED_ED - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:01 PM EDT
    New format this week! Respond to the quote with your own question, connection or idea, then respond to another response! #TEDEdChat
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:02 PM EDT
    Is it like this where you work? Do new teachers evaluations mirror veteran teachers? #tededchat
    • TED_ED - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:01 PM EDT
      New format this week! Respond to the quote with your own question, connection or idea, then respond to another response! #TEDEdChat
  • tinyambition Sep 26 @ 6:04 PM EDT
    I wonder how many years you have to work in other fields to be considered and "expert"? #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • ChrisAFRIN Sep 26 @ 6:05 PM EDT
    Why do teachers need to be rated? #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • tinyambition Sep 26 @ 6:05 PM EDT
    I wonder how many years you have to work in other fields to be considered an "expert"? #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • runtothelibrary Sep 26 @ 6:06 PM EDT
    #TEDEdChat A1:This quotes brings to light the importance of #teachershelpingteachers
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:06 PM EDT
    Where I work, the rating is all reflective. Essentially, we evaluate ourselves. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ChrisAFRIN, @TED_ED
  • ABFinny Sep 26 @ 6:07 PM EDT
    A1 - That's why it is important that strict mentoring systems are in place but this can lead to meltdown in 2nd year teachers #tededchat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • ChrisAFRIN Sep 26 @ 6:07 PM EDT
    20/25 years? #TEDEdChat What is an 'expert' anyway? Does being an expert relate to qualifications or experience?
    In reply to @tinyambition, @TED_ED
  • seanbartt Sep 26 @ 6:07 PM EDT
    Currently in college for education. Totally agree, after working with Ss in camps for 6 years after graduation standards are high #tededchat
    • TED_ED - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:01 PM EDT
      New format this week! Respond to the quote with your own question, connection or idea, then respond to another response! #TEDEdChat
  • tinyambition Sep 26 @ 6:07 PM EDT
    A-1 I wonder how many years you have to work in other fields to be considered an "expert"? #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:07 PM EDT
    I like that! At the heart of his talk, collaboration and passion are at the heart of making an impact! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @runtothelibrary
  • MekaThePBLGuru Sep 26 @ 6:08 PM EDT
    A1. I love teaching lessons that allow students to discover answers to real everyday phenomena or make them question things. #TEDEdChat
    • TED_ED - Moderator Sep 19 @ 6:01 PM EDT
      Q1 What are your favorite lessons to teach, and what new curriculum are you excited to teach this year? #TEDEdChat
  • piptinning Sep 26 @ 6:08 PM EDT
    A1 I wonder if this is why we are treated like performing seals...with threats of performance pay attached. #TEDEdChat
  • ChrisAFRIN Sep 26 @ 6:08 PM EDT
    Self evaluation or being reflective in one's practice isn't the same as a 'rating' which is applied by another person #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @SensAbleLrning, @TED_ED
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:09 PM EDT
    I was in a partnership program with my district & a university. My 1st year, I had intensive mentoring. She was my saving grace #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ABFinny, @TED_ED
  • seanmarnold Sep 26 @ 6:09 PM EDT
    Young teachers (and old teachers) need not be experts, but they should be willing to seek the help in their areas of weakness #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @runtothelibrary
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:10 PM EDT
    I'm going to say impact. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ChrisAFRIN, @tinyambition, @TED_ED
  • ABFinny Sep 26 @ 6:10 PM EDT
    Great point. I'm considered a 'senior' teacher but the truth is I'm only 11 years in and still learning every day #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @tinyambition, @TED_ED
  • ABFinny Sep 26 @ 6:11 PM EDT
    And that's how it should be - I love that! My concern is that we then pull the rug from under them in their 2nd year. #TEdedchat
    In reply to @SensAbleLrning, @TED_ED
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:11 PM EDT
    I do not care for the performance pay idea. It negatively impacts collaboration. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @piptinning
  • ChrisAFRIN Sep 26 @ 6:11 PM EDT
    OK so how is impact acknowledged/recognised? #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @SensAbleLrning, @tinyambition, @TED_ED
  • DennisDill Sep 26 @ 6:12 PM EDT
    Why do educators get upset when they are not designated as outstanding/highly effective. Is that really our goal? #TEDEdChat
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:12 PM EDT
    Good point. I would say she made me strong enough to get through another year, but it would have been great to have her longer #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ABFinny, @TED_ED
  • ABFinny Sep 26 @ 6:12 PM EDT
    Truth is, I've also noticed a disconcerting trend from a new gen of 2nd yrs - a "I've done this before, I've got this" attitude #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @SensAbleLrning, @TED_ED
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:13 PM EDT
    YES! #TEDEdChat
    • seanmarnold Sep 26 @ 6:09 PM EDT
      Young teachers (and old teachers) need not be experts, but they should be willing to seek the help in their areas of weakness #TEDEdChat
      In reply to @runtothelibrary
  • ChrisAFRIN Sep 26 @ 6:13 PM EDT
    But in most organisations pay rises with time in the role #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @SensAbleLrning, @piptinning
  • DennisDill Sep 26 @ 6:14 PM EDT
    Teachers should not be competition with each other ... it is not a race ... we can all actually win. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @SensAbleLrning, @piptinning
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:14 PM EDT
    True. We do both. We keep a reflective log (& discuss it) & score ourselves according to the state's tchr performance standards #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ChrisAFRIN, @TED_ED
  • runtothelibrary Sep 26 @ 6:14 PM EDT
    Hub is architect. Had to earn many hours, test upon test, work w licensed architect, all before earning own stamp. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @tinyambition
  • ABFinny Sep 26 @ 6:14 PM EDT
    This right here is the biggest issue I have with some Ts - 'You can't tell me what to do' + 'I've always done it like this' #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @seanmarnold, @runtothelibrary
  • ChrisAFRIN Sep 26 @ 6:15 PM EDT
    May be some see that this as the case - "Oh look I have led on flip learning and this has made an impact on results." #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @tinyambition, @SensAbleLrning, @TED_ED
  • massignmenthelp Sep 26 @ 6:15 PM EDT
    The Complete Guide to UK Car Driving Theory Test https://t.co/skWVo4OBdl #ClasskickChat #makerED #TEDEdChat
  • AssignmentHelpN Sep 26 @ 6:15 PM EDT
    The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms https://t.co/N8NF3byMeG #ClasskickChat #makerED #TEDEdChat
  • ABFinny Sep 26 @ 6:15 PM EDT
    Exactly! The focus should always be on improving education for students. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @DennisDill, @SensAbleLrning, @piptinning
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:16 PM EDT
    For me,pay rises with time and levels of education. I like this setup, but it'd be nice if it was more lucrative. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ChrisAFRIN, @piptinning
  • TED_ED - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:16 PM EDT
    Again, this week we're asking you to respond with your own question, connection or idea, then respond to another response! #TEDEdChat
  • ChrisAFRIN Sep 26 @ 6:16 PM EDT
    So applying a criterion reference to one's performance - grading? #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @SensAbleLrning, @TED_ED
  • runtothelibrary Sep 26 @ 6:16 PM EDT
    Yes, change, grow, share. And on the flip side, don't compete. We're all on the same team. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ABFinny, @seanmarnold
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:16 PM EDT
    Welcome! I'm so glad you're here! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @MekaThePBLGuru
  • MekaThePBLGuru Sep 26 @ 6:16 PM EDT
    Outstanding is also highly subjective. Many different definitions of this. What does an outstanding educator look like? #TEDEdChat
    • DennisDill Sep 26 @ 6:12 PM EDT
      Why do educators get upset when they are not designated as outstanding/highly effective. Is that really our goal? #TEDEdChat
  • ABFinny Sep 26 @ 6:18 PM EDT
    A2 - I completely agree with this but the expertise is not just subject related. It has a lot to do with building relationships #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:18 PM EDT
    A1 Hattie's research uses metaanalysis. He breaks down what makes the biggest impact in student achievement. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • seanmarnold Sep 26 @ 6:18 PM EDT
    If teaching shorthand (insert outdated teaching) was once ‘best practice’ doesn’t mean still is-NYC requires ongoing training #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ABFinny, @runtothelibrary
  • ChrisAFRIN Sep 26 @ 6:18 PM EDT
    Yep agree - one observer may rate your 'performance' highly and another would not so well #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @MekaThePBLGuru
  • turtlemomKi Sep 26 @ 6:18 PM EDT
    Great point! I think it helps students to have many different types of teachers! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @MekaThePBLGuru
  • ABFinny Sep 26 @ 6:19 PM EDT
    A2 - In saying that though, I see too many teachers teaching outside their field... especially here in country Australia #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • Christine_LW21 Sep 26 @ 6:19 PM EDT
    In my first school our mentoring lasted 2 years. It was a lifesaver! After 2 years she continued to be my mentor informally #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @SensAbleLrning, @ABFinny, @TED_ED
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:19 PM EDT
    Proficiency levels... Here they are. https://t.co/lkpt6J6aR2 #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ChrisAFRIN, @TED_ED
  • misskaitiesmith Sep 26 @ 6:19 PM EDT
    A little late getting home, so playing catch up! #TEDEdChat
  • DennisDill Sep 26 @ 6:21 PM EDT
    Spend so much time striving for perfection we forget to ask "is this fair". Weeding out the bad at the detriment to all #tededchat
    In reply to @SensAbleLrning, @ChrisAFRIN, @piptinning
  • ABFinny Sep 26 @ 6:21 PM EDT
    Absolutely agree - sharing is something I learned reluctantly at first - I became precious over my resources. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @runtothelibrary, @seanmarnold
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:21 PM EDT
    That's a great question. What does an outstanding educator look like? Sound like? Act like? #TEDEdChat
    • MekaThePBLGuru Sep 26 @ 6:16 PM EDT
      Outstanding is also highly subjective. Many different definitions of this. What does an outstanding educator look like? #TEDEdChat
      • DennisDill Sep 26 @ 6:12 PM EDT
        Why do educators get upset when they are not designated as outstanding/highly effective. Is that really our goal? #TEDEdChat
  • misskaitiesmith Sep 26 @ 6:21 PM EDT
    A1: Why are teachers not allowed areas for struggle, growth, and ignorance? We need grace & compassion! #TEDEdChat
  • seanmarnold Sep 26 @ 6:21 PM EDT
    Good Ts make all the difference-And good Ts don’t keep good Ss up, they bring up struggling Ss up #TEDEdChat https://t.co/zJMlIcGlRJ
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • mrs_delap Sep 26 @ 6:22 PM EDT
    I so agree with that statement! Every year something New! But I love to teach because I love to learn! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ABFinny, @tinyambition, @TED_ED
  • ChrisAFRIN Sep 26 @ 6:22 PM EDT
    A2 A teacher does need subject expertise and the ability to build on relationships with Ss and other Ts #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • misskaitiesmith Sep 26 @ 6:22 PM EDT
    A2: How do we cultivate and GROW experts in the field of teaching? #TEDEdChat
  • seanbartt Sep 26 @ 6:22 PM EDT
    A2 - Differentiated Tt in a Ss school career is very important. Every Tt has a method and as long as the students strive its good #TEDEDchat
  • mitziselene Sep 26 @ 6:23 PM EDT
    A1 Interesting that in my most recent district, the highest rating on teacher evals was "competent." #tededchat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • seanmarnold Sep 26 @ 6:23 PM EDT
    I’ve definitely been there-I’m not naturally a sharer. I came to learn good teaching in a bubble is not good enough #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ABFinny, @runtothelibrary
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:23 PM EDT
    Building relationships with colleagues leads to collaboration. Building relationships w/ students makes me think of Rita Pierson #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ABFinny, @TED_ED
  • turtlemomKi Sep 26 @ 6:24 PM EDT
    I think a teacher's goal is to challenge all student at every level. Often extremely challenging to do but, it can be done #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @seanmarnold, @TED_ED
  • ABFinny Sep 26 @ 6:25 PM EDT
    I saw other Ts in my school using my resources (without asking) and at first it annoyed me but then I thought - be proud of it. #TEdEdchat
    In reply to @seanmarnold, @runtothelibrary
  • turtlemomKi Sep 26 @ 6:25 PM EDT
    Think you need both. Someone to work with, brainstorm, set goals, and to have good relationships with kids and be a role model #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @SensAbleLrning, @ABFinny, @TED_ED
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:25 PM EDT
    My professor just urged us to stop saying best practice and start saying promising practice 4 this reason #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @seanmarnold, @ABFinny, @runtothelibrary
  • seanmarnold Sep 26 @ 6:26 PM EDT
    I would say reward good Ts and those Ts willing to share their expertise-also require ongoing learning for Ts #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @misskaitiesmith
  • turtlemomKi Sep 26 @ 6:26 PM EDT
    True many teachers are uncomfortable sharing. Often feel like you are on your own. Good collaboration can lead to amazing ideas! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @seanmarnold, @ABFinny, @runtothelibrary
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:27 PM EDT
    Welcome! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @misskaitiesmith
  • seanbartt Sep 26 @ 6:27 PM EDT
    I always found building relationships with a Ss was very helpful! #TEDEDchat
  • runtothelibrary Sep 26 @ 6:27 PM EDT
    Why wouldn't /couldn't they ask? Teaching is a funny profession in that way. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ABFinny, @seanmarnold
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:28 PM EDT
    When you say "weeding out the bad at the detriment to all", are you referring to ending tenure? #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @DennisDill, @ChrisAFRIN, @piptinning
  • seanbartt Sep 26 @ 6:28 PM EDT
    Introduce fellow teachers to twitter chats!!! Show them ways they can learn to grow themselves instead of doing it for them #TEDEDchat
    In reply to @misskaitiesmith
  • ABFinny Sep 26 @ 6:29 PM EDT
    Yeah it certainly attracts some odd characters! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @runtothelibrary, @seanmarnold
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:29 PM EDT
    I like this question. We need to support them. I love the pineapple chart PD https://t.co/FBxfwUmEKR #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @misskaitiesmith
  • seanmarnold Sep 26 @ 6:30 PM EDT
    Could there be a model of lead teacher (with perks) who the other teachers select as a role model-but that might be cliques #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @SensAbleLrning, @DennisDill, @ChrisAFRIN, @piptinning
  • turtlemomKi Sep 26 @ 6:31 PM EDT
    Love this idea. We can learn so much from each other. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @SensAbleLrning, @misskaitiesmith
  • TED_ED - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:31 PM EDT
    Excited to see what questions, connections and ideas this quote sparks! And don't forget to respond to each other's responses! #TEDEdChat
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:31 PM EDT
    Really? We rated ourselves on the rubrics. It was kinda weird. I probably rated myself lower than my supervisor would have #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @mitziselene, @TED_ED
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:31 PM EDT
    Thanks for hopping on! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @mitziselene, @TED_ED
  • runtothelibrary Sep 26 @ 6:31 PM EDT
    I'm happy to be labeled odd! You too, I'll bet! Have to be to teach middle school! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ABFinny, @seanmarnold
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:32 PM EDT
    I really think this is a huge piece of educator effectiveness. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @turtlemomKi, @seanmarnold, @TED_ED
  • ABFinny Sep 26 @ 6:32 PM EDT
    Oh absolutely! I spend my days teaching philosophy and world religions to 16 year olds! Being odd is a necessary requirement! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @runtothelibrary, @seanmarnold
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:33 PM EDT
    I'm glad you stopped to think. Imitation is the most sincerest form of flattery. Did I get that quote right? #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ABFinny, @seanmarnold, @runtothelibrary
  • seanmarnold Sep 26 @ 6:33 PM EDT
    How do we measure impact? Test scores? Graduation rates? What about SWDs and any non-traditional learners? #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • misskaitiesmith Sep 26 @ 6:33 PM EDT
    A3: How do Ts to learn from each other-observations, side-by-side teaching, etc.? <3 when I can observe other Ts TEACHING! #Value #TEDEdChat
  • mitziselene Sep 26 @ 6:34 PM EDT
    How can admin identify candidates who understand this when hiring? #tededchat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • ABFinny Sep 26 @ 6:34 PM EDT
    A3 - Are we talking about self-reflection and evaluation here? If so, then I totally agree; they are essential. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • runtothelibrary Sep 26 @ 6:34 PM EDT
    Our impact is of utmost importance. Of course we need to understand it. We impact learning, choices, lives. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • misskaitiesmith Sep 26 @ 6:35 PM EDT
    Important question! Follow-up: How do we hold Ts accountable who DON'T do the work to understand? #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @mitziselene, @TED_ED
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:35 PM EDT
    Very cool! Philosophy was my 2nd major in college with elementary ed! It comes in so handy in education! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ABFinny, @runtothelibrary, @seanmarnold
  • turtlemomKi Sep 26 @ 6:35 PM EDT
    Agreed! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ABFinny, @runtothelibrary, @seanmarnold
  • seanbartt Sep 26 @ 6:35 PM EDT
    YES very good point, each student is unique and no single method can apply to everyone. #TEDEDchat
    In reply to @seanmarnold, @TED_ED
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:35 PM EDT
    THAT is the question. How do we measure impact? #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @seanmarnold, @TED_ED
  • ABFinny Sep 26 @ 6:36 PM EDT
    A3 - "Teaching isn't my job, it's my passion. My job is to get better at it." #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:37 PM EDT
    That would make a tough interview question, but it could be one of those application questions where people could reflect #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @mitziselene, @TED_ED
  • runtothelibrary Sep 26 @ 6:37 PM EDT
    That was my first reaction to this quote - the impotance of self-evaluation and reflection. #alwayslearning #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ABFinny, @TED_ED
  • seanmarnold Sep 26 @ 6:37 PM EDT
    It does show that even if we once had a great impact, we need to continually self-assess our strengths and weaknesses & grow #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @misskaitiesmith, @mitziselene, @TED_ED
  • ABFinny Sep 26 @ 6:37 PM EDT
    Every day is new! I've been doing it for 11 years and it has never been 'the same old thing' #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @SensAbleLrning, @runtothelibrary, @seanmarnold
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:38 PM EDT
    This is an important question. Or, could we flip it and ask how do we inspire those who don't do the work to do the work? #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @misskaitiesmith, @mitziselene, @TED_ED
  • mrs_delap Sep 26 @ 6:39 PM EDT
    #TEDEdChat
    • mrs_delap Sep 26 @ 6:38 PM EDT
      Absolutely! The best t's are the ones who r able to self reflect, take good feedback (& harsh) take a deep breath & say make it better
      In reply to @TED_ED
  • DennisDill Sep 26 @ 6:40 PM EDT
    but who has that kind of time? Even with perks many teachers are overloaded just trying to keep up with their own work. #tededchat
    In reply to @seanmarnold, @SensAbleLrning, @ChrisAFRIN, @piptinning
  • seanmarnold Sep 26 @ 6:40 PM EDT
    If you aren’t growing and challenging your practices and feeling uncomfortable regularly then you’re probably not growing #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @mrs_delap, @TED_ED
  • turtlemomKi Sep 26 @ 6:41 PM EDT
    Good teachers are continually striving to be better, to try new things, and to find new ways to reach students, never good enough #tededchat
  • misskaitiesmith Sep 26 @ 6:41 PM EDT
    That's really telling about our effect as we age-we need to stay in tune with our students. They are the reason we are there. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ABFinny, @seanmarnold, @mitziselene, @TED_ED
  • runtothelibrary Sep 26 @ 6:41 PM EDT
    I was going for importance there, not impotence, gah!! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ABFinny, @TED_ED
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:42 PM EDT
    Time is tough. I'll post the pineapple chart PD idea again. It think it connects here as well. https://t.co/FBxfwUmEKR #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @DennisDill, @seanmarnold, @ChrisAFRIN, @piptinning
  • seanmarnold Sep 26 @ 6:42 PM EDT
    Yes, student confidence and personal life can often be in flux and so the impact their learning will change #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @tinyambition, @misskaitiesmith, @mitziselene, @TED_ED
  • turtlemomKi Sep 26 @ 6:43 PM EDT
    This never stops as long as you are teaching #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @seanmarnold, @misskaitiesmith, @mitziselene, @TED_ED
  • misskaitiesmith Sep 26 @ 6:43 PM EDT
    Goes back to Maslow's Hierarchy - we have a responsibility to nourish the whole child, not just the learning piece. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @seanmarnold, @tinyambition, @mitziselene, @TED_ED
  • seanmarnold Sep 26 @ 6:44 PM EDT
    Again I don’t know if this is best, if Ts make it a popularity contest, but the lead T could be given free periods for mentoring #TEDEdCHat
    In reply to @DennisDill, @SensAbleLrning, @ChrisAFRIN, @piptinning
  • gallianstone Sep 26 @ 6:44 PM EDT
    Most schools I've worked at have teacher mentors - how is your suggestion different? #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @seanmarnold, @SensAbleLrning, @DennisDill, @ChrisAFRIN, @piptinning
  • WillGourley Sep 26 @ 6:44 PM EDT
    Pineapple charts are sweet. #TEDEdChat
  • turtlemomKi Sep 26 @ 6:44 PM EDT
    Takes a lot of time and work but it is worth it! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @SensAbleLrning, @seanmarnold, @TED_ED
  • misskaitiesmith Sep 26 @ 6:45 PM EDT
    We have to learn to allocate our time wisely. Time management is the biggest thing I learned as a 1st year teacher. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @SensAbleLrning, @DennisDill, @seanmarnold, @ChrisAFRIN, @piptinning
  • Adamqab Sep 26 @ 6:45 PM EDT
    #TEDEdChat if teachers were coached and developed, not just expected to self-develop, we would have few PD days we wouldn't appreciate. Effort doesn't equal quality alone
  • ChrisAFRIN Sep 26 @ 6:45 PM EDT
    Agree overload is a real problem and impacts on #Wellbeing #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @DennisDill, @seanmarnold, @SensAbleLrning, @piptinning
  • TED_ED - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:46 PM EDT
    Another quote, another round of insightful questions, connections and ideas! After you post, respond to another response. #TEDEdChat
  • ChrisAFRIN Sep 26 @ 6:46 PM EDT
    A1 But who gets to be a lead T? #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @seanmarnold, @DennisDill, @SensAbleLrning, @piptinning
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:46 PM EDT
    I am so on fire with the idea of strengths-based PD right now. We spend waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay too much time in deficit model PD #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @Adamqab
  • misskaitiesmith Sep 26 @ 6:46 PM EDT
    It's true! Everything I need the answer to, I can find on YouTube. Ts need to provide more than info, otherwise we are obsolete. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ABFinny, @seanmarnold, @mitziselene, @TED_ED
  • WillGourley Sep 26 @ 6:46 PM EDT
    I find my people when I started teaching middle school. #TEDEdChat
    • runtothelibrary Sep 26 @ 6:31 PM EDT
      I'm happy to be labeled odd! You too, I'll bet! Have to be to teach middle school! #TEDEdChat
      In reply to @ABFinny, @seanmarnold
  • HarveyAlvy1 Sep 26 @ 6:46 PM EDT
    Certainly experience is critical. But reflecting on the experience, and learning from the experience is a pathway to expertise. #TEDedChat
  • seanmarnold Sep 26 @ 6:47 PM EDT
    Think the only kind of ‘new-ish’ idea I had was how they were selected (vote of other Ts), but like I said, could be problematic #TEDEdCHat
    In reply to @gallianstone, @SensAbleLrning, @DennisDill, @ChrisAFRIN, @piptinning
  • WillGourley Sep 26 @ 6:47 PM EDT
    Iron sharpens iron. #TEDEdChat
    • turtlemomKi Sep 26 @ 6:31 PM EDT
      Love this idea. We can learn so much from each other. #TEDEdChat
      In reply to @SensAbleLrning, @misskaitiesmith
  • ChrisAFRIN Sep 26 @ 6:47 PM EDT
    Teacher mentors abound but rarely have time allocated to this role #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @gallianstone, @seanmarnold, @SensAbleLrning, @DennisDill, @piptinning
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:47 PM EDT
    I'd start with who wants to be. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ChrisAFRIN, @seanmarnold, @DennisDill, @piptinning
  • misskaitiesmith Sep 26 @ 6:48 PM EDT
    Those that think they can't learn, are right. If we think we know everything, we will never learn something new. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @HarveyAlvy1
  • ABFinny Sep 26 @ 6:48 PM EDT
    A4 - 'Impact' - the ultimate immeasurable goal. The greatest impact a T can have is to build a bond, to be a person of trust #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • turtlemomKi Sep 26 @ 6:48 PM EDT
    Continually strive to push learning to a higher level, find relevant topics,make learning fun/effective,offer choices to students #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • HarveyAlvy1 Sep 26 @ 6:48 PM EDT
    Expertise must also include the ability to communicate effectively--two way: listening & sharing, based on reflective experiences #TEDEdChat
  • WillGourley Sep 26 @ 6:48 PM EDT
    Students won't care how much we know until they know how much we care. #TEDEdChat
    • ChrisAFRIN Sep 26 @ 6:22 PM EDT
      A2 A teacher does need subject expertise and the ability to build on relationships with Ss and other Ts #TEDEdChat
      In reply to @TED_ED
  • ChrisAFRIN Sep 26 @ 6:48 PM EDT
    No 😀 #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @MekaThePBLGuru
  • turtlemomKi Sep 26 @ 6:49 PM EDT
    Yes! Still one of the most, if not the most important part of being an educator! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ABFinny, @TED_ED
  • ABFinny Sep 26 @ 6:49 PM EDT
    I often share this story with teachers https://t.co/BU6Vws6nAb #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @misskaitiesmith, @seanmarnold, @mitziselene, @TED_ED
  • seanmarnold Sep 26 @ 6:49 PM EDT
    Yes, we shouldn’t be info boxes, we need to examine student needs and guide them on a path of learning, introduce new ?s & ideas #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @misskaitiesmith, @ABFinny, @mitziselene, @TED_ED
  • misskaitiesmith Sep 26 @ 6:49 PM EDT
    Districts could invest in this model. BUT, once you're out of the classroom, you lose credibility. Lead Ts=currently teaching. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @SensAbleLrning, @ChrisAFRIN, @seanmarnold, @DennisDill, @piptinning
  • seanbartt Sep 26 @ 6:49 PM EDT
    We need to make things new and exciting, Ss don't want to be in classroom all day take them outside and find lessons in real life #TEDEDchat
  • ChrisAFRIN Sep 26 @ 6:50 PM EDT
    A volunteer is a good idea but might not be the best option #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @SensAbleLrning, @seanmarnold, @DennisDill, @piptinning
  • HarveyAlvy1 Sep 26 @ 6:50 PM EDT
    Great point! Research supports the importance of teachers collaborating, we should share and celebrate our best ideas to help S. #TEDEdChat
    • DennisDill Sep 26 @ 6:14 PM EDT
      Teachers should not be competition with each other ... it is not a race ... we can all actually win. #TEDEdChat
      In reply to @SensAbleLrning, @piptinning
  • gallianstone Sep 26 @ 6:50 PM EDT
    Time is always a problem. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ChrisAFRIN, @seanmarnold, @SensAbleLrning, @DennisDill, @piptinning
  • ChrisAFRIN Sep 26 @ 6:51 PM EDT
    Agree Lead T MUST be currently teaching #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @misskaitiesmith, @SensAbleLrning, @seanmarnold, @DennisDill, @piptinning
  • runtothelibrary Sep 26 @ 6:51 PM EDT
    If Ss see our enthusiasm, most come around. Usually, right? Sometimes at least. We keep at until we get them all. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • misskaitiesmith Sep 26 @ 6:51 PM EDT
    & it's not about Ts winning, it's about Ss winning. When they win, we all win. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @DennisDill, @SensAbleLrning, @piptinning
  • DrTimony Sep 26 @ 6:51 PM EDT
    Wish it were so linear. sometimes they realize how much we care through how deeply we have prepared to work with them. #tededchat
    • WillGourley Sep 26 @ 6:48 PM EDT
      Students won't care how much we know until they know how much we care. #TEDEdChat
      • ChrisAFRIN Sep 26 @ 6:22 PM EDT
        A2 A teacher does need subject expertise and the ability to build on relationships with Ss and other Ts #TEDEdChat
        In reply to @TED_ED
  • DennisDill Sep 26 @ 6:51 PM EDT
    Regardless of how well time is managed many teachers still do not have time ... #tededchat
    In reply to @misskaitiesmith, @SensAbleLrning, @seanmarnold, @ChrisAFRIN, @piptinning
  • turtlemomKi Sep 26 @ 6:51 PM EDT
    Collaboration is essential in education. It might just be that one small thing that is shared that can make a huge difference #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @HarveyAlvy1
  • ChrisAFRIN Sep 26 @ 6:52 PM EDT
    Certainly relate to this Dennis #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @DennisDill, @misskaitiesmith, @SensAbleLrning, @seanmarnold, @piptinning
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:52 PM EDT
    True. It's just what came to mind. :) #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ChrisAFRIN, @seanmarnold, @DennisDill, @piptinning
  • WillGourley Sep 26 @ 6:52 PM EDT
    We're privileged to equip Ss like they're time & knowledge capsules being sent to a time/place we will never see. Love this job. #TEDEdChat
    • ABFinny Sep 26 @ 6:48 PM EDT
      A4 - 'Impact' - the ultimate immeasurable goal. The greatest impact a T can have is to build a bond, to be a person of trust #TEDEdChat
      In reply to @TED_ED
  • DennisDill Sep 26 @ 6:52 PM EDT
    those who can lead ... just because you want to doesn't mean you should or can ... #tededchat
    In reply to @ChrisAFRIN, @seanmarnold, @SensAbleLrning, @piptinning
  • HarveyAlvy1 Sep 26 @ 6:53 PM EDT
    Terms like outstanding, expert are evaluative narratives. How do we assess inspiring passion in a student for a topic? #TEDEdChat
    • MekaThePBLGuru Sep 26 @ 6:16 PM EDT
      Outstanding is also highly subjective. Many different definitions of this. What does an outstanding educator look like? #TEDEdChat
      • DennisDill Sep 26 @ 6:12 PM EDT
        Why do educators get upset when they are not designated as outstanding/highly effective. Is that really our goal? #TEDEdChat
  • misskaitiesmith Sep 26 @ 6:53 PM EDT
    A4: Impact=Ss independence in learning, behavior, & thinking. If they can't do it without me, they can't do it. #TEDEdChat
  • turtlemomKi Sep 26 @ 6:54 PM EDT
    Agree Della, usually the one who volunteers is probably the most enthusiastic and cares enough to share! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @SensAbleLrning, @ChrisAFRIN, @seanmarnold, @DennisDill, @piptinning
  • misskaitiesmith Sep 26 @ 6:54 PM EDT
    Agreed - there aren't enough hours in the day. Goes back to: Ts can't do it all. Figure out what's important, and do THAT. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ChrisAFRIN, @DennisDill, @SensAbleLrning, @seanmarnold, @piptinning
  • ChrisAFRIN Sep 26 @ 6:54 PM EDT
    Impact = providing the world with citizens who put others before themselves #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • ABFinny Sep 26 @ 6:54 PM EDT
    Exactly! There is no way of making a judgement - keeping a S in class can be an outstanding achievement, never mind 'results' #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @MekaThePBLGuru
  • mitziselene Sep 26 @ 6:54 PM EDT
    Think of the Ts that inspired us. I understand their actions better now and see that they understood me better than I thought. #tededchat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • turtlemomKi Sep 26 @ 6:55 PM EDT
    Yes! Wouldn't that be awesome! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ChrisAFRIN, @TED_ED
  • misskaitiesmith Sep 26 @ 6:55 PM EDT
    @danabickley Look at the #TEDEdChat feed - new edchat format - they post a quote/idea, and Ts respond w/ questions, & answer other Ts Qs.
  • DennisDill Sep 26 @ 6:55 PM EDT
    we have "coaches" ... those who go through the district training ... many of those i have seen/worked with ... average at best. #tededchat
    In reply to @tinyambition, @seanmarnold, @SensAbleLrning, @ChrisAFRIN, @piptinning, @k12albemarle
  • seanmarnold Sep 26 @ 6:55 PM EDT
    Yes essential tasks on top (not everything is) then we filter down and the rest we must accept good enough sometimes #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @misskaitiesmith, @ChrisAFRIN, @DennisDill, @SensAbleLrning, @piptinning
  • SensAbleLrning - Moderator Sep 26 @ 6:56 PM EDT
    Speaking of... Have you heard of the #globalgoals? https://t.co/cQE7f2XeWg #Teachsdgs #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ChrisAFRIN, @TED_ED
  • ABFinny Sep 26 @ 6:56 PM EDT
    This comment wins the internet for me today! #TEDEdChat
    • ChrisAFRIN Sep 26 @ 6:54 PM EDT
      Impact = providing the world with citizens who put others before themselves #TEDEdChat
      In reply to @TED_ED
  • misskaitiesmith Sep 26 @ 6:56 PM EDT
    It's hard, because Ts are perfectionists - myself included! 😂 #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @seanmarnold, @ChrisAFRIN, @DennisDill, @SensAbleLrning, @piptinning
  • misskaitiesmith Sep 26 @ 6:57 PM EDT
    I organize my list based on whether it impacts Ss learning/growth. If not, it's not essential. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @seanmarnold, @ChrisAFRIN, @DennisDill, @SensAbleLrning, @piptinning
  • HarveyAlvy1 Sep 26 @ 6:57 PM EDT
    Ask S formally or informally! Listen to conversations as S walk in th C. What catches their attention when th T or S r talking? #TEDEdChat
    • TED_ED - Moderator Sep 19 @ 6:16 PM EDT
      Q2 How do you identify your students' passion? What programs do you want to bring to your school to excite those passions? #TEDEdChat
  • seanmarnold Sep 26 @ 6:57 PM EDT
    I’ve definitely seen trainers or admins that weren’t exemplars-they, like all Ts, need ongoing training in their craft #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @DennisDill, @tinyambition, @SensAbleLrning, @ChrisAFRIN, @piptinning, @k12albemarle
  • ChrisAFRIN Sep 26 @ 6:58 PM EDT
    Still need me time amongst all of this work #teacher5aday #TEDEdChat @TED_ED
    In reply to @seanmarnold, @misskaitiesmith, @DennisDill, @SensAbleLrning, @piptinning, @TED_ED
  • WillGourley Sep 26 @ 6:58 PM EDT
    Courage! I could not function in that tedium. How does an outsider know what's best for a class I teach everyday? #TEDEdChat
    • UncredRewrite Sep 26 @ 6:23 PM EDT
      I’m considered a Level 4 teacher and our system is quite petty. Only thing keeping me from Level 5 is I don’t use small groups 🙄
      In reply to @MekaThePBLGuru
  • misskaitiesmith Sep 26 @ 6:58 PM EDT
    A burnt out teacher is an ineffective teacher! We have to take care of ourselves! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ChrisAFRIN, @seanmarnold, @DennisDill, @SensAbleLrning, @piptinning, @TED_ED
  • runtothelibrary Sep 26 @ 6:59 PM EDT
    This is huge, care for ourselves. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ChrisAFRIN, @seanmarnold, @misskaitiesmith, @DennisDill, @SensAbleLrning, @piptinning, @TED_ED