#CaringClassroom Archive

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:00 PM EST

Welcome to the #CaringClassroom Chat! Tonight's topic: Using Assessment to Move Learning Forward

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DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:00 PM EST

My name is Tracy Dolezsar-Glarvin and I'll be your moderator this evening. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:01 PM EST

Q1: #caringclassroom

LemarrTreadwell Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST

Hello #Caringclassroom PLN. Lemarr Treadwell, Fresno CA 4th grade

wesaquje Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST

Tansi (hello)! My name is Jessica and I teach a grade 2/3 in Regina, SK. #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST

Welcome Lemarr! Glad you could join us tonight! #caringclassroom

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DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST

Hi Jessica! Welcome! #caringclassroom

In reply to @wesaquje

LemarrTreadwell Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST

Come over to #Caringclassroom.

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chriswalters96 Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST

Will do, hopefully we can chat again in next week's chat! #Gen2108 #21stedchat
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wesaquje Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST

A1: Concept maps, think-pair-shares and K-W-L activities using sticky notes or oral responses. #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST

A1: KWLs, graffiti walls, talking points, yes/no cards, agree/disagree, tug of war, turn and talk, quick writes #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:01 PM EST

Q1: #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST

Eric here in Brazil. Watching the Oscars and can stay up late tonight #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST

Great ideas! #caringclassroom

wesaquje Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST

A1: Concept maps, think-pair-shares and K-W-L activities using sticky notes or oral responses. #CaringClassroom

Lundys99 Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST

A1:@ jj facility, I use an achievement test, learning styles profile, and careerscopes to prepare for ss learning.#caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST

Welcome to the #caringclassroom chat Eric!

In reply to @mr_hayes

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST

Welcome Stephanie! #caringclassroom

In reply to @Lundys99

mr_hayes Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST

A1: I use pre-assessment to see what my Ss know so that I'm not covering something they already know #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST

Wonderful! #caringclassroom

Lundys99 Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST

A1:@ jj facility, I use an achievement test, learning styles profile, and careerscopes to prepare for ss learning.#caringclassroom

SPXHamDawg Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST

A1: Compacting out for Talented and Gifted students and diagnosis for better differentiation with all students #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST

Q2: #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST

Hi Mark! #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:08 PM EST

Q2: using side-by-side conferring conversations with students to give feedback and move their learning forward #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST

Q2: #caringclassroom

SPXHamDawg Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST

A2: Feedback drives instruction..."if the student hasn't learned, the teacher hasn't taught." #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST

Finding out what students know will move the learning forward. #caringclassroom

SPXHamDawg Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST

A2: Feedback drives instruction..."if the student hasn't learned, the teacher hasn't taught." #caringclassroom

SPXHamDawg Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST

agreed! #caringclassroom

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wesaquje Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST

A2: Feedback can be used to help with differentiating tasks and creating tasks that match student interest. #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST

Exactly! #caringclassroom

wesaquje Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST

A2: Feedback can be used to help with differentiating tasks and creating tasks that match student interest. #CaringClassroom

Lundys99 Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST

A2: My Ss do personal assessments, and help track their grades/progress #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST

This is great! #caringclassroom

Lundys99 Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST

A2: My Ss do personal assessments, and help track their grades/progress #caringclassroom

LemarrTreadwell Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST

A1. #Caringclassroom With a large class I use Polleverywhere. At beginning of unit I use Pre- Post Formative Assessment Homework

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST

Q3: #caringclassroom

Bwallsmst Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST

A1: concept maps are a good idea. I use them a lot in social studies. #caringclassroom #EDET543

bohndrake Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST

A2: only give feedback that you know they will get- they often don't read comments, but they can't ignore personal convos #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST

A3: improved student learning, increased student engagement #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST

Q3: #caringclassroom

LemarrTreadwell Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST

A2. #Caringclassroom Immediate feedback from Ts and peers provides Ss with multiple opp. for growth. I have whiteboards tables

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST

Good idea! #caringclassroom

Bwallsmst Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST

A1: concept maps are a good idea. I use them a lot in social studies. #caringclassroom #EDET543

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST

Agreed, conversations are more effective than written feedback #caringclassroom

bohndrake Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST

A2: only give feedback that you know they will get- they often don't read comments, but they can't ignore personal convos #caringclassroom

Bwallsmst Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST

A2: feedback helps a great deal to my students, especially when they are writing papers. #caringclassroom #EDET543

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST

Cool! #caringclassroom

LemarrTreadwell Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST

A2. #Caringclassroom Immediate feedback from Ts and peers provides Ss with multiple opp. for growth. I have whiteboards tables

wesaquje Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST

A3: Helps us to understand where Ss are at in the unit or project and what direct instruction might be needed. #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST

Yes! #caringclassroom

wesaquje Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST

A3: Helps us to understand where Ss are at in the unit or project and what direct instruction might be needed. #CaringClassroom

Lundys99 Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST

A3: Using data to track ss growth, and find strengths and weaknesses. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST

Q4: #caringclassroom

SPXHamDawg Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST

A3 It's assessment for learning, ideally removing the stigma and obstacle of grades! Ss own and actualize their learning #caringclassroom

LemarrTreadwell Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST

A3. #Caringclassroom FORmative assessment is FOR Ss learning. Can be done orally (CFU) or in writing.

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST

Q4: Triangulation is good - products, conversations and observations - can be used for summative & formative #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST

Q4: #caringclassroom

LemarrTreadwell Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST

#Caringclassroom What Mark just said is right on the mark.

SPXHamDawg Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST

A3 It's assessment for learning, ideally removing the stigma and obstacle of grades! Ss own and actualize their learning #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST

A2: #caringclassroom

SPXHamDawg Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST

Thanks Man!!! #caringclassroom

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

wesaquje Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST

A4: Performance tasks, written tasks or oral assessment. Then a rubric to assess the task. #CaringClassroom

bohndrake Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST

A3- Most of the benefits of learning happen before the formative assessment, so it's more like a confirmation #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST

A3: They say how they are progressing. I use IXL and several other resources to check for understanding #caringclassroom

LemarrTreadwell Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST

A4. #Caringclassroom SUMmative assessment is the SUM of knowledge. I use the Districtwide and Statewide assessments.

mr_hayes Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST

A3: #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST

A4: I find co-constructing criteria with students is more effective than providing them with a teacher-made rubric. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST

Q4: #caringclassroom

Bwallsmst Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST

A3: Formative assessment helps students understand where they are n the learning process. #caringclassroom #EDET543

LemarrTreadwell Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST

#Caringclassroom Brian. BOOOOOOOOOM!

Bwallsmst Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST

A3: Formative assessment helps students understand where they are n the learning process. #caringclassroom #EDET543

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DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST

Q5: #caringclassroom

SPXHamDawg Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST

A4 To assign the obligatory grade of course, but also as numerical gauge of learning from designed and detailed instruction #caringclassroom

Bwallsmst Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST

A4: I use a rubric for all of my assignments. Students know what is expected of them. #caringclassroom #EDET543

wesaquje Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST

A5: For the primary years I like to use self-assessments. #CaringClassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST

How do you decide what goes in the rubric? #caringclassroom

LemarrTreadwell Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST

A5. #Caringclassroom Actually, I believe Student Voice and Choice should be in the whole educational process.

bohndrake Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST

A5- with standards based learning - I often let them choose to show how they mastered a standard. Or at least give options #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST

Great idea! #caringclassroom

bohndrake Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST

A5- with standards based learning - I often let them choose to show how they mastered a standard. Or at least give options #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST

A4: #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST

Thank you for all of the wonderful ideas tonight! Please join us again next week for the #CaringClassroom chat!

LemarrTreadwell Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST

#Caringclassroom Yes. B-D provide choice and voice. I use @flipgrid to amplify Ss voice.

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bohndrake Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST

A5- with standards based learning - I often let them choose to show how they mastered a standard. Or at least give options #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST

A5: Sometimes I let them develop the criteria. I talk to them about how to evaluate the concept. #caringclassroom

SPXHamDawg Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST

A5 I am having students generate their own @GetKahoot games that they will then facilitate for the class #caringclassroom

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LemarrTreadwell Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST

#Caringclassroom @flipgrid @sway #MysterySkype

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LemarrTreadwell Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST

A5. #Caringclassroom Actually, I believe Student Voice and Choice should be in the whole educational process.

bohndrake Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST

A5- allowing them to retake tests/quizzes, or improve on projects/papers, lets them see assssment as abt learning, not #s #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST

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mr_hayes Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST

Amen! Love giving them choice. I let them choose when are going to have a summative. #caringclassroom https://t.co/PtqCEVVOhu

LemarrTreadwell Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST

A5. #Caringclassroom Actually, I believe Student Voice and Choice should be in the whole educational process.

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST

Fantastic! #caringclassroom

mr_hayes Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST

A5: Sometimes I let them develop the criteria. I talk to them about how to evaluate the concept. #caringclassroom

LemarrTreadwell Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST

#Caringclassroom B-D. All I can say is, great minds think alike. You go girl

bohndrake Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST

A5- allowing them to retake tests/quizzes, or improve on projects/papers, lets them see assssment as abt learning, not #s #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST

This is cool! #caringclassroom

SPXHamDawg Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST

A5 I am having students generate their own @GetKahoot games that they will then facilitate for the class #caringclassroom
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Bwallsmst Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST

A5: Incorporate technology to engage students. Let students do the research on their own. #caringclassroom #EDET543

mr_hayes Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST

It's over already. Watching the Oscars and chatting not a good combination. Very distracted. Sorry! #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST

Yes!! #caringclassroom

bohndrake Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST

A5- allowing them to retake tests/quizzes, or improve on projects/papers, lets them see assssment as abt learning, not #s #caringclassroom

SPXHamDawg Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST

Thanks for the chat. Have a great week. Try to see the dignity and light in all who you encounter! I will try too! #caringclassroom

Bwallsmst Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST

A5: Give students more reponsiblity to engage students in their learning process. #caringclassroom #EDET543

LemarrTreadwell Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST

#Caringclassroom Here's research on 21st Century Learning Design. Educators globally put this together.

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST

#caringclassroom

mr_hayes Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST

A4: Use it to measure mastery and whether we may need to revisit the topic. https://t.co/T5M54x8m7Q

Bwallsmst Feb 26 @ 9:50 PM EST

I agree 100%. Students should be involved in the entire learning process. #caringclassroom #EDET543

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LizzieRichie Feb 26 @ 9:54 PM EST

My name is Elizabeth Richards, I live in Missouri, and I am currently an early childhood edixTir. #caringclassroom

DolezsarGlarvin - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:00 PM EST

My name is Tracy Dolezsar-Glarvin and I'll be your moderator this evening. #caringclassroom

LizzieRichie Feb 26 @ 9:56 PM EST

A2- I like to use feedback to help a student understand what they excelled in during an assignment/exam. #caringclassroom

LizzieRichie Feb 26 @ 9:58 PM EST

A3- formative assessments help a teacher know how they need to adjust their teaching for begged student learning #caringclassroom

Bwallsmst Feb 26 @ 9:59 PM EST

I forgot to introduce myself. My name is Brian Walls. #caringclassroom #EDET543

LizzieRichie Feb 26 @ 9:59 PM EST

Summative assessments are always beneficial to gauge student comprehension at the end of a term/unit/curriculum break. #caringclassroom

Bwallsmst Feb 26 @ 9:59 PM EST

I'm a social studies teacher. I'm studying social media in #EDET543 w/@dianadell #CaringClassroom

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