#Edchat is a hashtag, a movement—it is a weekly organized Twitter discussion of educators and people interested in education that meet virtually from all over the world. #Edchat serves as a conversation thread on Twitter and is also used for organized weekly discussions.
WELCOME to #edchat ... Topic: Our Education System is complex and in need of changes in many areas. If you were to focus on a single change what would it be?
Talking to someone about #depression may be uncomfortable, but it's a step toward dismantling the stigma and helping someone get the help they need. https://t.co/8rd2AnFCDx#edchat
How and why writing conferences are vital in any classroom where writing is important (that should be ALL classrooms, right??) #engchat#edchathttps://t.co/EFGuVizURB
Join us for #Edchat! Tonight's topic: Our Education System is complex and in need of changes in many areas. If you were to focus on a single change what would it be?
Have done this in my room this year. Really like how it makes it simple to track me instead of the students so I can see what I can do to improve. #edchat
This is the current #Edchat Topic: Our Education System is complex and in need of changes in many areas. If you were to focus on a single change what would it be?
We have to allow teachers to try new things and put themselves into their teaching. We can't continue to use laminated lesson plans and guides. #edchat
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Maybe we should concern ourselves with putting kids first in education. Provide meaningful experiences that will make them better. Realize we do build memories. Create an environment where we help them answer their questions. #edchat
What should be the focus to affect the greatest change for the good of the education system. Obviously testing everyone & everything did not work. #Edchat
“A lot of people think of maths as a really dry & unemotional subject, but I don’t buy that.” - Eddie Woo (@misterwootube) talks about making students connect with maths like they do with music. #ausoftheyear#Studio10
This is today's #Edchat Topic: Our Education System is complex and in need of changes in many areas. If you were to focus on a single change what would it be?
"Making learning easier makes it harder to learn. We need make learning just hard enough to engage the brain without being too hard." ~.neuromelina #edtechchat#edchat#LearningInnovation
The focus for the greatest change should be building relationships. Teacher / student relationships are key. “Don’t care what you know until they know you care” #Edchat
A1: If I were to change one thing about the current state of education it would be change the mindset of teachers to embrace the mess and allow yourself to be uncomfortable with things like technology for the betterment of your students. #edchat
My HS A&P T had overheads (yes I am old) that he never washed and were at least 7 yrs old because they were the same my siblings had never changed...pop on..copy, repeat #edchat
Now underway #edchat ... Topic: Our Education System is complex and in need of changes in many areas. If you were to focus on a single change what would it be?
To bring out @SirKenRobinson ... change one thing in Education ... change starts at the bottom ... grassroots ... teachers need to believe we can make a change. #edchat
Here’s today’s agenda for our paraprofessional team meeting. It was designed and facilitated by the lead para to build capacity, give voice, and ensure that everyone is working in the best interest of our scholars. #collaboration#inclusion#EdChat
A focus on formative data and feedback. Stand and deliver and drill kill produced results for an assemsbly line. Today’s classroom skills require more creation and content thats relatable to engage and empower learning. #edchat
#edchat This is a great question. I think I would focus on building an openness in the minds of teachers and parents to new ideas, esp. regarding educational equity and grading practices. Strategies are there, but I see a resistance within more traditional learning spaces.
I cannot change the politicians who are getting money from deep pocket lobbyist ... however we can change what we do and then pressure them through our votes. #edchat
Make the “system” truly open to everyone, including families and the community. School learning in isolation isn’t a viable future for what’s truly an education. #edchat#diverged
Now underway #edchat ... Topic: Our Education System is complex and in need of changes in many areas. If you were to focus on a single change what would it be?
The focus for the greatest change should be building relationships. Teacher / student relationships are key. “Don’t care what you know until they know you care” #Edchat
Oh wow...just one thing? How about grade levels and course schedules based on age rather than competency. We expect differentiation within the classroom but for everyone to progress at the same pace. #edchat
"It turns out that school is a process for training executive function." "Significant evidence that improving executive function is key to learning and life success." ~.@neuromelina#LearningInnovation#edtechchat#edchat
The siloing of educators from each other because of time, space, tradition, experiences, language, and culture.
We cannot move forward as a profession if we are each required to invent the same wheel on a daily basis. #edchat
This is today's #Edchat Topic: Our Education System is complex and in need of changes in many areas. If you were to focus on a single change what would it be?
I think the politician issue goes back to respect..I taught my kid to tie his shoes...anyone can be a teacher mentality Part of me feels higher ed- subject area specialist no teaching background perpetuates some of this #Edchat
Now underway -> join #edchat ... Topic: Our Education System is complex and in need of changes in many areas. If you were to focus on a single change what would it be?
Since "laminated lessons" really just mean pulling out last year's (or last decade's) playbook, the cure is learning new ways to present content. #Edchat
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We also need to stop buying what they are selling ... many Eds have become good sellers of bad policy. We need to stop that. #edchat If it is not good for kids we should say that.
We were honored to have @MJMadda speak at our district's ChET (Chino Ed Tech) Day! Why Technology Can't Fix Education | Mary Jo Madda | TEDxChicago https://t.co/CP4xjnTQFN via @YouTube
So James @MrYanuzzelli the key to formative data and feedback is...what happens next? If more of the same, then waste of effort... if it drives improvement (aka double loop learning) then powerful. #edchat@sgthomas1973@wmchamberlain
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Some kids have never been loved by anyone. We can’t always love every kid but we can always find something to love about every kid. Disrespectful = Assertive. Uncooperative = strong willed. Choose to see things differently. #edchat
Hey PLN, I will be in Nevada in mid-late March and can pick up a couple speaking/workshop dates if interested. Please help me spread the word. #edchathttps://t.co/ZXjZEZDyZ7@ClarkCountySch
Aha moment: Have the students complete the math activity THEN teach the concept after. Students will have a better understanding of the concept taught...more retention than preteaching before the activity. Thank you @MathDenisNJ! #ettsummit#edchat#mathchat
Yes! Encourage them to watch tonight (or tomorrow together in class!). Like most things in education, many seeds we plant today flower long after they leave our classrooms. Even if they do not currently grasp the gravity of the times, keep up the good work! #edchat#sschat#SOTU
I would get rid of all written homework for Primary School Pupils.Then I would rid schools of all workbooks.Lets teach from the heart .It leads to lifelong learning #edchat
That is such a difficult and important question since it changes. I definitely think that working on teacher retention is important combined with making learning more relevant to the students. #edchat
I check the #edchat tag and just scroll down! I also have a Google calendar saved with all the twitter chats, which tells me what tags are going to be active at what times. I found it online: https://t.co/I7E14lki28
I think many Ts are taking their own paths in their rooms, doing what is right for kids but afraid to say it out loud for fear of P or district repercussions #Edchat
Teaching governing bodies about the ripple effect. For every change made, there are other things impacted. It's not easy, but seeing how it impacts real people makes a difference. #edchat let the students tell their stories.
Yep Scot @Scott_Shipley5 relationships are absolutely, positively essential ingredient of teaching/learning #edchat Are all relationships equal? What's best way to develop hi=quality relationships that enhance learning and teaching?
Now underway -> join #edchat ... Topic: Our Education System is complex and in need of changes in many areas. If you were to focus on a single change what would it be?
#edchat This is a great question. I think I would focus on building an openness in the minds of teachers and parents to new ideas, esp. regarding educational equity and grading practices. Strategies are there, but I see a resistance within more traditional learning spaces.
I definitely agree that the same lesson isn't effective every year. I think that you can still take parts, but always be open to ways that it can be improved and added to for more depth of learning. #edchat
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@sgthomas1973, @ShiftParadigm, @DrGodard, @TamyraWarnke
Sometimes relevance can be as simple as explaining why we need to know math for engineering. Why we need to know our language skills to communicate ideas in any field. It's more powerful when we can show how life can be impacted. #edchat
Good point @DrGodard Most Ts individually construct their schemas for teaching... when schema fails, no place to turn. What about shared schemas? #edchat
Absolutely. A lot of assessment data is not used correctly, if even used at all, it must be for more than just numbers in a book. Having that information can allow for true differentiated, personalized, and individualized learning. #edchat
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@ShiftParadigm, @sgthomas1973, @wmchamberlain
Former FFA instructor---not only taught the content, but also cared about the students as people. Also my "penguin" friends. They keep me going and push me to do my best #edchat#wearericeville
I have many student-centered ones, but the main teacher-centered one would actually be to shorten the school week. My ideal week is classes Mon.-Tue., teacher workday Wed., classes Thu.-Fri. #edchat
This is today's #Edchat Topic: Our Education System is complex and in need of changes in many areas. If you were to focus on a single change what would it be?
For sure! I always say that if the students remember me because of the relationships we build, they are more likely to remember to larger life lessons and content that we discuss in class. #edchat
Good pedagogy for all Ts no matter the content area. Have a solid instructional framework. Particularly in the area(s) engagement and relevant assessment of S learning. #edchat
This would give 1 day/week devoted solely to conferences, meetings, planning/grading without taking time out of teachers' evenings/weekends. Would prevent a lot of burnout on both teacher and student ends. #edchat
I am not denying the cynicism, it is there ... I am not living in the fantasy world, but the reality is change is not going to happen if we don't start somewhere. #edchat
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@sgthomas1973, @BenBo370, @SirKenRobinson
I teach AP Psychology and I'm always about changing the way they look at things. For most of my students they are the only ones that tell themselves they can't! I say they can. #edchat
We invite people into our room and often have guests. It's great for ALL folks to see what goes on in a classroom. There are lots of "A-ha" moments from visitors. My guess is that it would be the same in many classrooms. #edchat
I'm with you on student-led conferences, but who dreads the p/t conferences exactly? As a parent I look forward to them (though speak often on here that we need so much more). #edchat
Couldn’t be truer! If we don’t allow Ts to practice their profession then it’s like telling them we don’t trust them. Build trust by giving them room to collaborate. Let them be the professionals they are. Let them be learning leaders. #edchat
The siloing of educators from each other because of time, space, tradition, experiences, language, and culture.
We cannot move forward as a profession if we are each required to invent the same wheel on a daily basis. #edchat
This is today's #Edchat Topic: Our Education System is complex and in need of changes in many areas. If you were to focus on a single change what would it be?
Science is an important area of STEAM. Includes experimentation and the "why" of what we found during investigation. Everything has some science involved when we try to prove or explain what we know. Then it turns into ELA integration. #edchat
This is my issue w/EOY standardized tests. Any & all feedback received can be little more than punitive b/c it comes after the fact. The school year is over. The Ss (for the most part) have moved on to another grade/school. & in high-needs schools, even the Ts are gone. #edchat
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@MrYanuzzelli, @ShiftParadigm, @sgthomas1973, @wmchamberlain
the reality is ... there will be a breaking point and I believe we are almost there ... great teachers are making a mass exodus ... will change happen because of their sacrifices? #edchat
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@DrGodard, @sgthomas1973, @BenBo370, @SirKenRobinson
At our school we've been working on incorporating much more of this idea. We have new lab classrooms where it's all about learning from what others are doing so we can all grow and support each other. #edchat
A1 one change; create a culture where educators of all levels are empowered to be the change; to be brave enough to take risks, courageous enough to be vulnerable & willing enough to love them through ❤️‼️#edchat
In a world where we’re hyper-focused on test scores and rankings, we often forget about our student’s need to play and just be kids. Sir Ken Robinson explores the shortcomings of the global education system. https://t.co/KqFQ7Ye6pF@sirkenrobinson@fetc#EdReform#EdChat#K12
"There's a distinction between general multitasking and media multitasking. The issue is when those additional tasks interfere with primary task of learning." ~.@neuromelina#edtechchat#showtheevidence#edchat
strange analogy ... as a Marine in bootcamp we were always told that during an ambush you turn and run toward the shooting ... defies logic, but when explained ... some will be lost, but the mission will succeed. What if we all fought the system? #edchat
Yes! Build rapport. Build relationship. Connection trumps learning when because it’s the thing that helps you build bridges when the learning gets tough. Connection let’s Ts tap into Ss interests in authentic ways. #edchat#connectionmatters
Different types of soils produce different types of food. Different types of soil dictate building design in the area. Numerous social studies applications in looking at how soil conditions have shaped our local and regional cultures. #edchat
There's a place for student-led conferences, yes, but parents ALSO need an opportunity to talk (frankly) with teachers without their children in the room. #edchat
Back to old school. Make sure they, Ts, have a firm pedagogical foundation in teaching and in their content. And dare I say experience in building and sustaining relationships with diverse personalities. #edchat
Honestly, I think it's all orchestrated. Drive out good Ts, put anyone in, schools fail, "we need vouchers". Sorry, @DennisDill, showing my cynicism. #Edchat
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@DrGodard, @DennisDill, @BenBo370, @SirKenRobinson, @DennisDill
Join us next week, Wed 2/7/18 at 8:00 pm EST, for our first every face2face #EdChat Interactive live discussion. We will extend the conversation from the Tue evening chat on Wed. Register for our first f2f chat at https://t.co/Pwp7V7RREe
Exactly. The limitation of conferences is that they're in isolation. Student-led needn't replace parent/teacher conferences entirely; we need the parent/teacher relationship. I'm all for tech as a means. #edchat
#edchat I think about hunger a lot. Getting rid of physical hunger, so kids can be ready to learn. Conversely, increasing hunger for learning and curiosity so kids can be ready to be open minded and responsible citizens of our world.
#edchat Acting out, acting their age or something more serious? Dealing with difficult behaviour in children - It can be difficult to tell the difference between disordered and difficult behaviour, and the appro https://t.co/5BwvoUNMHb
Can we get rid of the tradition staff meeting? Most of what happens could be shared in an email or a flipped video. Let’s use that time for celebrations, culture-building, or even PD. Make it truly valuable time or else give it back to Ts. #edchat
South Carolina has the second-largest collection of public Montessori schools in the U.S.
New research shows they’re doing right by kids. https://t.co/ulmOfyYjDp#SCEd#edchat
Mr. Elmer knows all about the importance of acknowledging non graded skills of children, but if your school doesn't offer our suite of products yet here are some ideas on how to recognize these traits...
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This is so much of what good #teaching and #parenting is about. Be careful with them. They’re young and what you say carries great weight. Break them and they feel broken. Broken things don’t work. #edchat#parenting#prodigyfuture
I think it just comes down to being able to learn something, form an opinion, and create an argument to explain your why. It's not always about the topic, but forming the skill to be utilized in any situation (which takes practice in a variety of subjects) #edchat
One of the best activities we did at one HS where I taught was learning walks. I learned new things and recognized myself in something’s that weren’t working for my colleagues. Great use of time and way to tear down this silos! #edchat
Ha ha. That's one issue we have. No one person has all the answers because each student is different. It's hard to find time to work together on something SO VERY IMPORTANT. Let's do it. #edchat
I think it just comes down to being able to learn something, form an opinion, and create an argument to explain your why. It's not always about the topic, but forming the skill to be utilized in any situation (which takes practice in a variety of subjects) #edchat
Of course it is ... perpetuated by lobbyists who are paying politicians to vote for them ... who puts these people in office ... we do. We are failing our education system in the voting booth. #edchat
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@sgthomas1973, @DrGodard, @BenBo370, @SirKenRobinson
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A1: I have to agree with keeping teachers in the education field. It is hard on the students when a teacher leaves in the middle of the school year. Overall putting the students first. #edchat
Tech is a tool. As quickly as we put it in schools, it becomes outdated. Rather than simply upgrade/replace, i’d like a progression of tech so Ss begin to develop ideas 4future needs & potential. Not more, more purposeful use. #edchat
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@ShiftParadigm, @DrGodard, @msheathwhapmc, @KatrinaStevens1, @neuromelina, @tomwhitby, @laurie_azzi, @blairteach, @sgthomas1973
This is so unfortunate. But at the end of the day Ts have the best in mind for kids. Our schools should welcome innovation. Businesses do, & they grow. Why we can’t catch on to that in education is beyond me. It reminds me of @GAllenTC New Pillars of a Modern Teaching. #edchat
Technology is certainly useful, but it has to be used to enhance learning. We can't just use technology for technologies sake. Plus it still can't replace that teacher-student interaction that builds rapport. #edchat
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@ShiftParadigm, @Lynchteaches, @DrGodard, @KatrinaStevens1, @neuromelina, @tomwhitby, @laurie_azzi, @blairteach, @sgthomas1973
I really do believe it is the ultimate demeaning of Ts by ‘society’...just like with Ss hard to keep a positive attitude when you are told constantly you are not doing a good job..oh and her are 500000000 rules and some extra tests to take #edchat
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I will, Mark! We can not afford to not have technology in the classroom! How do we prepare students for the future? It will be all technology & #GRIT#edchat
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Fear? Misuse of time? Traditional schedules that work against any innovation we attempt? A myriad of reasons. We have to make growing my from the inside out the norm. I have to be willing to open my door and not only encourage observation but embrace feedback. #edchat
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@ShiftParadigm, @DrGodard, @sgthomas1973, @3DChampion
I learned long ago that policy changes take time. Too much time, in fact, that I miss out on the students I have in front of me. I focus on trying to provide the best education I can. #edchat
Just by polling the answers in this chat underscores the problem with focusing on one major strategy to affect the greatest change in the education system. #Edchat
The work of an educator in today's classroom is entrenched in a complex evaluation system. While there is some merit to quantifying the work of an educator, not everything should be attached to a number. We look at our students holistically. #edchat
Here's hoping that new types of assessments can be developed that allow for the new type of critical learning that is needed. Our education system hasn't totally evolved. #edchat
The technology isn’t wgatbwins in education. Nope. Never. It’s all relationship. Build a better school by building better relationships which in turn builds stronger Ss who can navigate school and life. #edchat
I can see that, although I'm not sure the student-led conferences we've experienced so far are quite there yet. The school has some work to do. How would you otherwise build the family/teacher connection? #edchat
Technology used correctly greatly enhances teaching and learning in our classrooms.The jobs our pupils will work at don't yet exist.We must prepare our pupils for the future #GRIT#edchat#steam
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I'd change more focus on emotional intelligence. That can be linked to self-awareness, mental health, engagement, social connections, healthy decisions. #Edchat
Tech is a means, and a means with a lot of potential for equity and more consistent communication. I'd most definitely include tech on the list but also agree with those who say it needs to be part of something larger. #edchat
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We also hv 2b careful of over & misuse of term best practice. I’ve learned that well in working w/EC & LEP Ss. Labeling a necessary intervention a best practice makes it an option amongst all other best practices rather than a prioritized strategy. How r we prioritizing? #edchat
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@3DChampion, @sgthomas1973, @DrGodard, @ShiftParadigm
I agree, but let's be honest. If a T thinks she will take a pay cut by sharing w/you and she *needs* that salary, she is less likely to agree to model. #Edchat
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@3DChampion, @DrGodard, @ShiftParadigm, @Lynchteaches
I grow tired of the expression "future ready" since it seems to suggest there is some time left to acquire relevance "Today ready" works for me nicely. #Edchat
Yeah, I'm not sure that's happening. From the outside it appears like, "OK, we're doing student conferences now." I'd be curious how the ideal student-led conferences look at the youngest grade levels. #edchat
I grow tired of the expression "future ready" since it seems to suggest there is some time left to acquire relevance "Today ready" works for me nicely. #Edchat
Embrace feedback. It’s never personal. I agree that Ts and Ps need to get good at giving and receiving feedback about pedagogical growth. Again you gotta check out New Pillars of Modern Teaching. Allen has a section on feedback that’s thought provoking. #edchat#newpillars
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@Lynchteaches, @ShiftParadigm, @DrGodard, @sgthomas1973, @3DChampion
Selecting technology, buying it, installing it, passing it out... is the easy part. What's your plan to change the people using it? #edtechchat#edtech#edchat#pete18@PAECT
I grow tired of the expression "future ready" since it seems to suggest there is some time left to acquire relevance "Today ready" works for me nicely. #Edchat
"Forget initiatives, just have passion, implement good instructional practices, work together, focus on student need, have fun and make magic. That’s what Hawley is doing." https://t.co/FgO1hXJqUt#education#edchat
Thanks to everyone who participated in #edchat this evening. And a big thank you to the moderators. I’d forgotten how hard it is to keep up! You all do an awesome job!
And you can’t expect Ss to do what you don’t or refuse to model. This I have found to be especially true for at risk learners. Model it and they can get it. It might take time but it’s always worth it. #modellearning#EdChat
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@3DChampion, @sgthomas1973, @DrGodard, @ShiftParadigm, @Lynchteaches
@ShiftParadigm I would like to see less theory & more doing. Can you imagine learning phys ed in a classroom? If we taught basketball via pwrpt & Ss studied it & wrote tests & never actually played the game? Never! So why do we so that in other subject areas? #edchat
We should be helpin these young people feel successful each and every day at AT LEAST one thing! When they feel pride they will come back each day wanting to do it all over again. #edchat
