#NHCSchat Archive
#NHCSchat is a monthly twitter chat for, about and by educators in New Hanover County, North Carolina. #NHCSchat is an opportunity for teachers, administrators and other educators in southeastern NC to grow and develop their personal learning network (PLN) by connecting to other educators in our district and around the world. This monthly chat will create a forum for NHCS educators to gather virtually around the common interest of providing the best possible learning experience for students in our district. Chat topics will vary but will focus on best practices for teaching and learning in the digital age and will be moderated primarily by NHCS educators.
Wednesday September 14, 2016
Thx for joining us for ! Tonight’s topic is: Creating and Controlling your Classroom Climate:
Woo hoo! My work here is done! So glad you are here! https://t.co/lKCnz1iXfi
I am excited - going to pick up a few things for October!!
Please tell us a little about yourself. Share your name, your school, grade & what you teach. Don’t forget to use the hashtag !
Hi! Adam from VA. K-12 principal. First time on
You are too much of an inspiration for your work to be done!!!
Kim OBriant NHCS Instructional Services, PD
Kathleen Janouris, HPE & STAE teacher at Holly Shelter Middle (6-8) And I'm a newbie Tweeter!
I'm Kari Loeber, one of your hosts and 6-8 band teacher at .
I'm Jeannie, a teacher and digital teaching and learning specialist with NHCS
Amber Hines, , 7th grade math
Lisa Coley SLMC, Trask Middle.
Katy Leonard from Trask Middle, 7th grade social studies!
Hi, I'm Sarah Bishton. Chorus/Drama
First time twitter chat for me!
I have four co-moderators lined up - working on two more : )
We will be following the Q1, A1 format for tonight’s . Get ready! Our first question is coming up!
Yay and So glad you are here!
It's an awesome takeover tonight!!
co-moderating is so fun! :) :)
Hi! I'm Jennifer: Digital Teaching and Learning Specilalist, Lead Media Coordinator and Chief Trouble Maker for NHCS.
Katie, lead teacher for secondary math and sci
Sasha Wooddell, 6th ELA & Instructional Coach at
My 1st twitter party! Excited!
Constance Cumbee-Moore, Eaton 4th grade
Glad to see you in the room - you are an outstanding teacher. Next month is social studies and ELA
A1: A new expectation is knowing how to effectively collaborate on work in math class. We go over scenarios as a class.
A1. Memes = fun way to display expectations. Also fun 2C how many diff ways there are to pronounce memes! https://t.co/TAk7gzYycm
a1 PBIS expectations are the focus this year!
A1: I mix it up but in the past I have let the students get into groups, create class rules and we then create one big poster
A1: I always start with a few basic ground rules and get Ss input on what THEY expect...even of their Ts!
A1: Have Ss illustrate class procedures! It's a window into how they think about tasks. Watch this TEDtalk https://t.co/wb0KcrviXc
Alex Schaivone, 11th grade English/ AP Lang teacher in the Lyceum Academy at NHHS! Excited for my first chat.
Travis Matthews - Social Studies and World Langauge Curriculum Specalist
Yay! Welcome we're so glad you are here! https://t.co/ECFGClwNtn
My 1st twitter party! Excited!
Constance Cumbee-Moore, Eaton 4th grade
A1. Ss also love creating Memes. It’s a great way to get them involved in establishing class norms. https://t.co/cLNbmZ2luY
A1: Ss help me explain WHY when we talk about my rules in the BOY; helps Ss buy in. I create my rules--then I am very clear!
Woo hoo! Love seeing Wildcats here! https://t.co/C6f8qy3p2m
Alex Schaivone, 11th grade English/ AP Lang teacher in the Lyceum Academy at NHHS! Excited for my first chat.
Brent Hall, 3rd grade at Eaton. Finally jumping on the train!
Krista Holland from Looking forward to hearing great ideas tonight!
A1: Great idea by got her kids to brainstorm what good group work looks like and kept on the wall to refer to later
A1 haha yes I've seen classroom rule memes on pinterest - love it!
Hey all! Sarah Titus from Murray Middle. 7th ELA and SS
A1: New policy of putting phones in a "phone jar" unless used for instruction has really cut back on distractions
A1: get Ss input & hv them model expectations and procedures. Love to make videos of examples & nonex.
Hey! Hey! So glad you are here - we were just talking about your question. Let's chat soon! https://t.co/mwGA3jRl84
Brent Hall, 3rd grade at Eaton. Finally jumping on the train!
a1 I had students come up with teacher expectations too
Question 2 will be up in just 1 minute!
A1. No matter the format, classroom expectations should be about creating the best possible environment for Ss learning.
Yay! Love seeing you here! https://t.co/iFXhwA9i8n
Krista Holland from Looking forward to hearing great ideas tonight!
A1: Ss create classroom jobs, establish the expectations, and determine the salaries they should earn for each role!
a2 I have students hanging up their phone in the shoe pockets. I have so much more focus from the students!
A2: Ordered TONS of pencils for Ss to borrow or take. Ss often forget to bring one toelectives. They can help themselves!
A2. Flexible seating and areas for small groups, large groups, and independent work is essential.
A2:Grouping Ss to work collaboratively in color assigned groups Ss enter quickly, find their color& start https://t.co/507SrYBF8I
A2: Has anyone tried new, flexible seating or desk options for your learning space this year? Stand up desks?
A2. I’m WAY excited about how we’re using in PD and how we’re seeing this strategy used in classrooms as a result!
A1: PBIS GATOR Expectations created together. This example is from a Grade 8 ELA teacher's class https://t.co/q7B9niMF6K
I want to learn more about https://t.co/zSELuF2vxB
A2. I’m WAY excited about how we’re using in PD and how we’re seeing this strategy used in classrooms as a result!
Oh great idea! Let them hold us accountable.
Absolutely! I knew you didn't forget!
A2 - I did interactive bulletin boards that students complete at the beginning & end of class
A2: PTA bought us 25 standing desks. Love them https://t.co/ROlzfIaMbD
A2: Has anyone tried new, flexible seating or desk options for your learning space this year? Stand up desks?
Q1: I think it is very important to break down terms to what we mean. Ex: what do we really mean by being respectful?
We have awesome Ts using this at
https://t.co/2yHiPS3VqX
A2: Has anyone tried new, flexible seating or desk options for your learning space this year? Stand up desks?
We are so excited about trying this at https://t.co/yG4Ep7a4hm
A2. I’m WAY excited about how we’re using in PD and how we’re seeing this strategy used in classrooms as a result!
This was such a good idea! It has been working so well!
A2 It's amazing what lowering a kidney table to allow students to sit on the floor can do! Thanks for the idea
A3. I <3 our PD on using spheros/coding for LITERACY instruction! https://t.co/Z8OQoKD8fp We’ll repeat this PD soon! Stay tuned!
A2- Upper grades Ss seem to enjoy flexible seating
Who’s ready for Question 3?
At a previous school I taught health in a classroom w/ stationary bikes...so cool!!!
It's taking off at as well in the Sci dept!
I've been interested in trying this!
THIS GIRL is ready for Q3!
Lauren Kefalonitis from Bradley Creek. Sorry a little late but ready to learn.
A3 I have a Drill on the board they know to start and accomplish w/in the first few minutes.
A2: utilizing a lot of movements learned with my lessons. Ss love it & I love the participation!
A3: Ss enter and have to find what color group they are reporting to that day. Some work on the iPads while others work in groups
A3. I began class w/5min read aloud. Ss of all ages <3 2B read to & it helps them associate reading w/joy (instead of assessment).
A3: My Ss have three minutes to be ready to play when the bell rings. My projector helps them budget time: https://t.co/gvQHelaniE
Seriously - you will LOVE it!
a3 I start EVERY class with "good things" when three Ss share something positive. They look forward to it!
A3: Having something ready for them to do is crucial. A great idea adaptable to any subject is https://t.co/lTFxpcF4di
A3 And for my class I am going to have them write a gratitude journal "What the best part of the day is" every day
We have not tried stand up desks but we have other options throughout the school. Students love them. https://t.co/LxQXcgsp0o
A2: Has anyone tried new, flexible seating or desk options for your learning space this year? Stand up desks?
I love this! Your classroom climate is so supportive. https://t.co/brp3dFxrz6
a3 I start EVERY class with "good things" when three Ss share something positive. They look forward to it!
Love this idea! https://t.co/n9JYG4iL6g
A3 And for my class I am going to have them write a gratitude journal "What the best part of the day is" every day
Nalepa from Murray MS-ready to
Q3: Two things: I tried to speak to every student entering my class and we had some sort of warm-up assignment when they came in.
Q3 students come in & do their Early Bird Questions 3 ?'s about current events- easy way to bring modern day into world history
I like making it a point to speak to each and every student! Very important!!
A3: Read aloud at start and end of class. I want to use some of these focusing strategies from SERP https://t.co/4xzJtHhwS4
A3 Consistent morning task list for everyone, a smile, and then lots of movement to start the day!
Great mines! I think greeting every Ss is so important! https://t.co/w8XMOBmp3f
Q3: Two things: I tried to speak to every student entering my class and we had some sort of warm-up assignment when they came in.
A3: have all tasks/directions on the board in the mornings w/a timer for time management. 1 of the tasks is always interactive.
Welcome! Murray representing!
a3 I greet and shake every students hand everyday.
A3: ALWAYS greet them at the door with a kind welcome
That must be why your immune system is so strong!! https://t.co/XVkTLYw2ui
a3 I greet and shake every students hand everyday.
A3: One teacher at our school has a clear agenda posted with what needs to be out on her desk
that is such a great way to start class!!!
Just look at the Texas Tornado joining ! <3 having you as a part of this conversation! https://t.co/MZLuPrDawh
we are experiencing a 25 classrm furn pilot w variety of furn.
has them and the kids love them
A3 Welcoming students at the door with a smile and good morning sets the tone for a positive day
A3: Welcome Work on the board is a must! Ss know exactly what materials should be on desks & have a job as soon as they get in
A4. Time at the beginning of each day/period to share good news. Model responding positively and making helpful suggestions.
A4: When Ss are nice & positive towards one another they earn classroom $ that they can use to purchase items at a monthly auction
A4: Compliments project - anyone trying this? This could do wonders in the turbulent MS years https://t.co/8S4aj2S7qJ
Woo hoo! is totally representing tonight! https://t.co/X1Y54QjOUu
A3 Welcoming students at the door with a smile and good morning sets the tone for a positive day
A3: I have a "ready desk" that I go over with them @ the beginning of the year. notebook/comp, pen, etc.
Wow! Sounds awesome. Love to hear more.
A4: We have several character ed programs at our school to highlight kind behavior
represent https://t.co/vqiuSCf3W9
A3 Welcoming students at the door with a smile and good morning sets the tone for a positive day
Q4 compliment students as much as possible and reward awesome behavior over & over
Setting the tone is so important! https://t.co/8zExUybjYV
A3 Welcoming students at the door with a smile and good morning sets the tone for a positive day
a4 You have to model the things you expect from the Ss. Including being respectful, responsible, and safe
Welcome Work, I may have to steal this one!
A4: Build relationships! Know your kids. Our class motto is "Work hard. Be nice."
councselors do a great job https://t.co/kUmAAt9JTo
A4: We have several character ed programs at our school to highlight kind behavior
we made a classroom constitution. we talked about what type of student we wanted to sit next to and how the classroom should sound
A4. Relationships = key to positive classroom culture. Greet Ss at the door. Smile. Ask questions. And care about the answers.
PBIS at its finest https://t.co/BtDn0poN3U
a4 You have to model the things you expect from the Ss. Including being respectful, responsible, and safe
A4 I state from the beginning that my classroom is a welcoming and safe place - esp cuz its health and talk about lots of emotions
A4: We have a one-in-a-minion program to give shout outs to staff at
Just one minute until Question 5!
A4 Our superhero classroom theme works wonders! And Eaton's movement is continuing to spread!
got schooled on this by my own kid at preschool. I had to google it when he called me a bucket dipper!
A4: Adding quick team building activities throughout the week!
Bucket dipper? That sounds sassy! https://t.co/5L8jBBo17N
got schooled on this by my own kid at preschool. I had to google it when he called me a bucket dipper!
Steal away! I think it has a much nicer ring to it than "bell work."
look at breakoutedu - they have some cool stuff for this. murray just got 6!
A5. Relationships w/all (but especially disruptive) Ss=key. If Ss know you care about them, they’ll care about your expectations.
A5: I have 2 standing desks for my Ss.They love it! It allos Ss to release energy while being on task. https://t.co/WEU0dI90Bv
A5: I love when I can continue teaching and ask a disruptive student a question to refocus them. That usually does the trick!
A4: Model what you expect, most importantly. All Eaton Ss record acts of kindness to be posted around school.
Welcome to the chat! Secondary Ts are present and accounted for tonite!
Q5 write redirections for individual Ss on sticky notes so redirecting doesn't distract the entire class
A5 I have the Ss get up & jog in place or jump up & down for 30 sec to deal with middle school energy or if they are fallin asleep
A4. Yes! Students dont care how much you know, until they know how much you care!!! https://t.co/PKhaphpktU
A4. Relationships = key to positive classroom culture. Greet Ss at the door. Smile. Ask questions. And care about the answers.
A5: I also have a “take a break” procedure with my across the hall mate .
Amen, Dr. K! https://t.co/qw3lJ6iSs9
A4. Yes! Students dont care how much you know, until they know how much you care!!! https://t.co/PKhaphpktU
A4. Relationships = key to positive classroom culture. Greet Ss at the door. Smile. Ask questions. And care about the answers.
Thank you for partnering with me on this! https://t.co/9gmo5p9ySL
A5: I also have a “take a break” procedure with my across the hall mate .
So proud of my men-tee https://t.co/OSjd9ERaIp
Q5 write redirections for individual Ss on sticky notes so redirecting doesn't distract the entire class
Such a great strategy. Middle school Ss need movement! has whiteboards built in to theirs!
A4: I keep a rotation of happy, inspirational quotes on the board. Cheesy I know, but it lightens the mood & usually brings smiles
A5 Catch those students in the positive moments and make sure other kids do too! The kids are always looking to see how we react.
A5: for the win! Try to find a positive for that child. Good attention vs negative attention.
thank you for the invite! I'm glad to be here with you all!
I believe in keeping the cheese factor high!
Love this! Much better than creating a class-wide distraction
A5: Let them move! Include movement in your lesson
Librarians do have unique opportunities to connect w Ss -offer safe havens
Great idea! I have never seen this done but really see how it could be effective.
Late to the party but I'm here :)
Welcome! Now wasn't the last to arrive, tee hee hee.
A5: Let them use a clipboard and stand in back or side of room. Brain breaks and movement breaks as needed
A6 Communicating with parents early in the year helps to establish a positive working relationship between home and school.
I start emailing parents the first week of school.
A6 This is an area I really want to focus on improving this year so I'm curious to see what others suggest!
A6: On the 1st day I collect email address and send home weekly email updates. Also REMIND101 IS AWESOME!
A6. Make sure you call home w/POSITIVE news! Don’t let your 1st call w/a concern be the 1st time they’ve heard from you.
A6: is one of my fav ways of mass communicating. Parent phone calls are time consuming but always SO helpful!
A6: Communication tools are a MUST! Remind, Class Dojo, SeeSaw...and now Google Classroom allows this!
A6 If you haven't checked out Bloomz yet, it's fantastic. My parents love so far this year!
Back to Q4:always amazed at how many of our teachers attend the outside events that are students are a part of-relational builder.
thanks for sharing. I just browsed through the breakoutedu game database today. It's amazing!
Had this experience this week.
Yes! I have used Google Classroom in the past and really like it!
A6: I've learned that you cannot communicate enough. But with Parents, don't forget about the postitive phone calls too
A6: Positive notes home and letting them call their parents when they've done something great!
A6: We use remind101, Twitter, Facebook and the website to keep Ps and Ss connected to what's going on @
A6: had us call home with good remarks, such great reactions from parents https://t.co/iuaIFdAziQ
A6. Make sure you call home w/POSITIVE news! Don’t let your 1st call w/a concern be the 1st time they’ve heard from you.
Excellent point and so important to our Ss
A6: Talk to them...about them! Make it obvious that you care about their family and helping their student(s) be successful!
A6: 1st contact should be positive contact. -so thankful these exist in my village!
So true. Do if often and don't forget the positive.
Need to check this one out.
A6: Also, social media and showing how involved you are in their children's lives and
always, always, always true!
It's a must! Think Facebook for your parents, just in a private and safe environment!
Q6: Call and connect via Remind, google voice, go to sports activities, call for positive things. Make parent contact from Day 1
YES! I believe that positive contacts should far outnumber negative! https://t.co/EDgcRVO4EX
A6: I've learned that you cannot communicate enough. But with Parents, don't forget about the postitive phone calls too
I knew there was something out there for this :) https://t.co/FGL6cGSYTv
It's a must! Think Facebook for your parents, just in a private and safe environment!
A6 Fridays I try to write a few letters home to parents about something positive their child did that week (I call it 4 on Friday)
Just joining! Thanks, tropical storm Julia, for making my drive home so fun!
LOVE this! https://t.co/chWBq8JzZX
A6 Fridays I try to write a few letters home to parents about something positive their child did that week (I call it 4 on Friday)
A6: positive calls home and quick response to emails make such a difference
Almost time for Question 7!
A6: my team has a bi-weekly newsletter through mailchimp! still working on how to include Ss w/o internet
A5: focus on the positive...those who are doing what's right!
Glad you are home safe and sound and excited to have SC pals joining us! https://t.co/zBu1NYRTn8
Just joining! Thanks, tropical storm Julia, for making my drive home so fun!
Yea Girl https://t.co/FuFfo6LSt5
A6 Fridays I try to write a few letters home to parents about something positive their child did that week (I call it 4 on Friday)
A6 Serving on School Improvement Council gives me a monthly chance to share library news.
A6: Also, I now know as a parent I appreciate the newsletters that we get weekly, so crucial to help me help my kid
...and they do wonders for the students AND the parents. This small gesture has a lasting impact. https://t.co/UVz8FGhG4T
A6 Fridays I try to write a few letters home to parents about something positive their child did that week (I call it 4 on Friday)
A7: This comes to mind when I think about group work. ☺There's almost always that one group... https://t.co/iKRttTj8yF
A7: I assign groups based on previous weeks performance.Mix lower with higher level skill groups.All Ss know my expectations.
just had a conversation with a BT about this today! So true and such an opportunity!
A7 It varies - Ss pick groups sometimes, other times I group. I always give how much time remains & it helps them stay on task
love this!!!! always makes me lol
A7: Group norms set from the get-go. Lots of Kagan strategies for this. But you must practice it to get Ss good at it
We all need someone to remind us when we forget!
lol that's awesome! Funny because it's true!
A7: A key to successful group work is doing it often enough that the expectations and procedures are routine.
A7 assign weekly group leaders to teach students to hold their peers and themselves accountable
a7 I group students by voice part - soprano, alto, baritone.
Kagan structures help keep collaboration engaging for all students
When you did this students were walking by my room telling what group they got in to https://t.co/cl3KzMSZvr
a7 I group students by voice part - soprano, alto, baritone.
A7: Group work is not for the sedentary T! I walked among Ss and structured my feedback as questions to keep them focused.
Group work done well can build positive classroom culture
A7: I learned about using choice eliminator in Google forms to create groups. I'm looking forward to sharing that with Ts soon
a7 I group drama Ss randomly with name cards. I rarely trust them to create their own group.
A7: With a pre-assess., math Ts can group kids based on common errors. Helps you monitor and that one kid won't take over
A7 Any project that involves Ss using their own device, collaborating on google classroom, and a RUBRIC can work miracles!
I agree! It takes a long time to build that routine! https://t.co/pIWQRy5uTb
A7: A key to successful group work is doing it often enough that the expectations and procedures are routine.
Q7 Establish group norms. Model small group norms. Circulate! I use a "clock buddies" peer pairing system. Kids choose 2 buddies.
Amen, brother! https://t.co/p3ZOxAz1rl
A7 Any project that involves Ss using their own device, collaborating on google classroom, and a RUBRIC can work miracles!
Okay! are you ready for Question 8?
A7: keeping groups on task...give everyone a responsibility. Value student strengths.
so excited to learn more about this!
Really love this strategy!
A7: their names are on Popsicle sticks and I call them "sticks of fate"
A7: Grouping can be the same. Value their strengths, pair a strength with an area to grow. The purpose is learning.
haha sounds very Hunger Games-ish
I am excited to share with you guys! Learned so much at the GAFE summit in July :) https://t.co/WAL5erPin9
so excited to learn more about this!
work on the front end, but well worth the effort (a la MDC)
I have to go, but great to see so many people taking part.Please join us in Oct. when we examine primary sources & Election 2016
A8 Always be prepared with questions that helps students to extend their learning. It's not about just more, but delving deeper.
A8: I’m working on Ss looking ahead and fingering through new music while I work with other students. Still learning this routine!
A8: Have them check their work with a partner. If it is ok, then they can complete their weekly KSS in class using the computers.
A8 I do extra "fun" assignments - create ur own crossword using unit vocab & create ur own questions
A8 I like to have extensions ready for anyone who works that fast - as long as they're accurate!
Sorry I'm late! First chat
And they've shown their work :)
a8 Repetition is a musician friend. We usually stay together. We do it over and over together and we are never done polishing.
A7: We start year with this lesson: https://t.co/yeRXgYQf8l Kids work in group so solve bank robbery. They share clues & solve
discussed at our staff meeting today. Relationships are built from positive interactions, so is student trust.
Ss always keep a book with them everywhere they go. If they finish early, they read. It's part of their professionalism grade
Teachers have to plan that as a part of their lessons and not just on the "fly".
A8: Ss always keep a book with them everywhere they go. If they finish early, they read. It's part of their professionalism grade
A7:Depends on the assignment. Strengths & needs Nakajima normally. Sometimes kids choose. I'm big on time and timers!
I love that! Professionalism grade!
OOOH, some great ideas here!
I have a math challenge board for students to work on when they finish. Problem solving and puzzle type activities.
Never a dull moment or down moment in your room! Always loved walking thru!
I love that it can encompass so much more than just participation- almost like a "how to be a successful human" grade
Awesome! https://t.co/n3HJ6rGrAy
I have a math challenge board for students to work on when they finish. Problem solving and puzzle type activities.
Question 9 is just around the corner!
A8: Let them read a book for pleasure! So many kids need that time!
Yes love it https://t.co/MgAlSE2ufx
I have a math challenge board for students to work on when they finish. Problem solving and puzzle type activities.
Yes! Train them and turn them loose.
A8: track a current event. ie 2016 election, pipeline protests, etc. and give update to class even better if it can be ongoing
I did a version of this with my Ss. Figured they deserved a chance to work on something that they liked https://t.co/Vlu2ZRGe6k
I do something similar with math stations. Extension activities that require lots of brain power!
A8 One of the key takeaways from Learning Focused was remediation AND acceleration plans https://t.co/23VgPWXLOw
Teachers have to plan that as a part of their lessons and not just on the "fly".
A8: help others! Reading is always great. Not enough reading time in my day!
A8: Computer or student device so they can enjoy extension activities related to content
thanks! house it somewhere collaboratively. Ss in dif classes can add to it. mind map on the wall. in google.
I seriously can't believe is almost over!
A9:I put this up.Ss quickly point out what is wrong & don't acknowledge ones correct.We all make mistakes https://t.co/g6HFwY150i
A9: Let them see you fail. Shake it off. Let them see you learn from it. Show them that next time, it will be better!
A9: I let Ss see me laugh at myself & my own mistakes! Ss learn mistakes are normal & it makes them more fearless and creative.
A8: Every self selected reading & writing opportunity is a learning opportunity!
A8: engage students with extensions of their learning. Challenging but fun. Use student interests to guide.
It is so important that they see how we solve our own problems https://t.co/aWNDMweciK
A9: I let Ss see me laugh at myself & my own mistakes! Ss learn mistakes are normal & it makes them more fearless and creative.
a9 I mess up a lot... like a normal person. I don't hide it. I make my space a safe space to make mistakes. That's how we learn.
A9: This...but I’d share the skittles with Ss and ask them how the lesson can be improved upon. https://t.co/9nTXJnIQcl
A9 Don't be afraid to share your failures and missteps.
A9 "Wall of Awesomeness" to show off Ss awesome work & allow test corrections to encourage students to never keep trying for an A
A9 - love what everyone has here. I'm transparent when I fail or a lesson flops or I need to change something.
A9 Asking students the lesson they learned when they make mistakes! It becomes a contest to see what lessons we learn each day.
Show them that as a result you grow and improve https://t.co/CDcQ6Yc7Jq
A9: Let them see you fail. Shake it off. Let them see you learn from it. Show them that next time, it will be better!
A9: Last year we did a group dab when a student make a great point or contribution
A9: I try to point out my own mistakes to Ss and Ts...and how I plan to fix them. Mistakes are proof that we are trying!
A9: I love plus-delta charts! Ss learn to evaluate self & others constantly, focusing on what ss do well & where they can grow
A9: Positive Norms in Math Class-everyone can learn math, eveyone makes mistakes. Great read https://t.co/QSlbhYivRk
Hard to believe it is already time for our last question.
A9: look up "bad idea factory" for projects. it can quiet those negative voices in Ss heads.
A9: Every student has their own spot in the room to display anything/work they're proud of
Great strategy to lead to true reflection. https://t.co/AO0ioZvQlh
A9 Asking students the lesson they learned when they make mistakes! It becomes a contest to see what lessons we learn each day.
This is huge for me! I model constantly, but ss know that my modeling isn't always perfect. We learn together.
A10: I would love to see one about Arts Integration in Gen Ed! Ss are so engaged with arts & can make so many content connections.
A9: I always challenged kids to find my mistakes, they loved doing that and I may have made a few on purpose to keep them on toes
A10: Would love to see one to help BT's
A10 Waiting on the Dr. Markley/Dr. Holliday chat.
A10: Have we seen a selfie of tonight's moderators yet?
A9. Focusing on error analysis from Learning Focused supports process & problem solving not right answers
A10: Supporting new staff members
A10 What does collaboration look like at all schools? Creative ways to tackle in grade levels, peers, vertical alignment, etc!
A10 Collaborating with other teachers across all subjects (and maybe even grades/schools)
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This was awesome! So glad all of you could join us for Hope you will join us next time!
Thank you for participating and contributing to this awewsome PLN. These chats lead to great things for students! ☺
A10: using writing to make thinking visible in all grade levels
hahaha I just wrote about collaboration as well! Great idea!
Thanks for another great chat! On my calendar!
So great seeing everyone here tonight!
Thanks, friends and moderators!!!
