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pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:30 PM EDT

It's 8:30 on a Wednesday. Time for #txed. This is Paul, an ITS from Richmond, TX. Who else is joining us tonight?

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:30 PM EDT

10 Characteristics Of A Highly Effective Learning Environment https://t.co/ieflslfPya #txed chat tonight!

oJaison Jun 8 @ 9:31 PM EDT

I'm here! Typing on a Macbook so if I mess up and I'm extra slow tonight blame the computer lol. #TXed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 9:31 PM EDT

It's #txed time! Who's in for a hat this fine evening!

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Howdy folks! I am Michael from Brenham! Hope everyone is having a great summer. Great to see the sun today! #TXed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Today was the first day of our summer program. Still kinda figuring out the course I'm teaching but got some great ideas from Ss. #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Kelley from North Texas! so glad to be here tonight! #txed

bsammer Jun 8 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hey all! Brittany from Richmond, TX #txed

mmurphy1964 Jun 8 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Mike from @BrenhamISD Elementary inclusion teacher #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:32 PM EDT

@dduranpink Hi Dana! For the chat, make sure you include the hashtag #txed in your tweets so that all involved can see your responses.

celiadrews Jun 8 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Celia Drews MS. Principal from Central Tx - howdy all #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Tonight's #TXed chat will focus on building a highly effective learning environment. Check this article out first: https://t.co/7LuF1T5mT9

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Brett, educator from Fort Worth, tweeting fireside this evening" #txed https://t.co/nWDkTIMHzq

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@mmurphy1964 Hey Mike! Great to see you. Thanks for the kind words in the tweet earlier. #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@bsammer Hey Brittany! Thought I may run into you today. Good to see you here. #txed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@oJaison how's it going sir! #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@oJaison Don't get frustrated. 😄 #TXed https://t.co/ha6QyiPI0C

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@celiadrews Hi Celia! Great you can join us for #txed tonight.

IvantheAggie Jun 8 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hey guys! Ivan Reyes from Kemp High School!! Someone needs to send me a Composite Science teacher!! #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@bsammer Welcome back Brittany #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@Bstamm00 #jealous #txed

dduranpink Jun 8 @ 9:34 PM EDT

I am still working onthis tweet thing do I have to # everytime #txed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@bsammer welcome Brittany! #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@mmurphy1964 @BrenhamISD Howdy sir! Glad you could join us #TXed

dduranpink Jun 8 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@pwagnerlcisd ok #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:35 PM EDT

@bsammer You are welcome any time and stay as long as you like! We would love to have you. #txed

FutureReady Jun 8 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Hey #Texas supts, have you signed the #FutureReady Pledge? RSVP for upcoming summit: https://t.co/MH6nidgXRu #TXed https://t.co/DZeqIZt8OI

mmurphy1964 Jun 8 @ 9:35 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg Hey neighbor #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:35 PM EDT

@dduranpink Yes, Dana. That way even people that don't follow you can see the tweet by following the hashtag. #txed Awesome you are trying.

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 9:35 PM EDT

@dduranpink glad you're here and yes! #TXed every time so we see your brilliance!

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Question 1 is coming up! #TXed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 9:37 PM EDT

@celiadrews welcome Celia! #TXed

IvantheAggie Jun 8 @ 9:37 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews stayin alive! Stayin alive!! my #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:37 PM EDT

@dduranpink You got it Dana. Just keep adding the #TXed tag to your tweets

devineteacher Jun 8 @ 9:37 PM EDT

#txed Hello everyone! @devineteacher here...just lurking tonight

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Q1-In your opinion, how does one make a highly effective learning environment. #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg @dduranpink @Bstamm00 Dana is in training with me all this week. She just got started on Twitter...giving this a shot. #txed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg how you feeling? #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@devineteacher Jump in Jane...it's not like you have anything to do... #txed #holycrap #workworkwork

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 9:39 PM EDT

@devineteacher glad you're here! Jump in when you're ready! #TXed

IvantheAggie Jun 8 @ 9:39 PM EDT

@dduranpink just have fun!! You'll get the hang of it!! #txed helps everyone see you tweets!!

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Join us for #txed happening now! #WGEDD #edchat #libchat #ntchat https://t.co/MxqdLOI0uR

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Q1-In your opinion, how does one make a highly effective learning environment. #TXed

celiadrews Jun 8 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1- relationships & sincerity 1st- everything else builds upon those 2 things #txed #maxeffort

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:39 PM EDT

@devineteacher Welcome back Jane. Glad you are here! #TXed

niseyharris9381 Jun 8 @ 9:39 PM EDT

It's been a while since a twitter chat. Guess I'll get on board tonight #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Wonder if Yoda would be considers an effective teacher? #StarWarsthinking #TXed https://t.co/RujanxQdM2

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:40 PM EDT

@pwagnerlcisd @dduranpink @Bstamm00 Well@she gets the gold star for jumping in! #TXed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1: Highly effective learning environment = one that focuses on and consistently achieves growth in its various forms. #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1: Starts with feel of room. Is it safe to try/make mistakes or do I have to be perfect? Get the right feel and results will follow. #txed

IvantheAggie Jun 8 @ 9:40 PM EDT

@TXEDMod HELE are created from the first moment you establish a relationship with your staff. Learning starts with little things!! #txed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 9:40 PM EDT

@niseyharris9381 glad you joined us! #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:40 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg ha! no.he is hard-core #txed

BeckyEdu Jun 8 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1 the highly-effective classroom begins with the students in mind. We have to know them well and where they need to be! #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:41 PM EDT

@niseyharris9381 Great you can joing us Kimberly! #txed

jodiforeman Jun 8 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1- a highly effective learning environment must have mutual respect and be a safe place to take risks #TXed

dduranpink Jun 8 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Know your students, create an experience not just a lecture, and differentiate #txed

niseyharris9381 Jun 8 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q1. Involve the students. Set expectations. Have engaging lessons #txed

McNulty1977 Jun 8 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1: Build array of options that invite exploration & creativity, more questions than answers. Self guided & easily accessible for Ss. #TXed

mmurphy1964 Jun 8 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Building relationships for starters. #txed

jodiforeman Jun 8 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Late, but here. Hi #TXed ! Jodi on Katy, TX

bsammer Jun 8 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: Building relationships and trust -and meeting them where they're at. Ss will buy in to our craft if they like us and trust us! #txed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1 safety, comfort, fun, meaningful come to mind first #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:42 PM EDT

@Bstamm00 Better but still a little painful. Feels like I did 1,000 sit-ups in one minute #TXed https://t.co/J2KNgT3ISv

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:42 PM EDT

@BeckyEdu Great point! We can't move them forward until we know where they are starting from. #txed

IvantheAggie Jun 8 @ 9:42 PM EDT

@mmurphy1964 that's it Michael it's that easy at first!! #txed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: Highly effective classroom prioritizes the intellectual and emotional health of both students and teachers. #TXed

mmurphy1964 Jun 8 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1- @mrsmurphy95 does a great job of creating a warm, nutrition environment #txed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 9:43 PM EDT

----> Q1 #txed https://t.co/AVzQK3A124

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Q1-In your opinion, how does one make a highly effective learning environment. #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A1 risk-free environment, varied learning options #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:43 PM EDT

"Create an experience"...I love that! #txed https://t.co/cTM051M4qA

dduranpink Jun 8 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Know your students, create an experience not just a lecture, and differentiate #txed

BeckyEdu Jun 8 @ 9:43 PM EDT

@mmurphy1964 absolutely! A wise person once told me that kids don't learn from someone they don't like. #txed

bsammer Jun 8 @ 9:43 PM EDT

@dduranpink Yes! Creating an experience is important! We have to engage them in their fast paced world. #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:43 PM EDT

@McNulty1977 Great answer Mark. Thanks for joining us tongiht. #txed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Respect definitely! #TXed https://t.co/PF8vKMsymj

jodiforeman Jun 8 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1- a highly effective learning environment must have mutual respect and be a safe place to take risks #TXed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 9:43 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews I don't like the idea of a risk-free environment. There should be consequences and students should know them. #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:43 PM EDT

@jodiforeman Glad you could make it...and you are right on time. #txed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Trust, yes! #TXed https://t.co/vkClbLelnY

bsammer Jun 8 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: Building relationships and trust -and meeting them where they're at. Ss will buy in to our craft if they like us and trust us! #txed

niseyharris9381 Jun 8 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q1. Build a relationship with your students. Let them know you care #txed

IvantheAggie Jun 8 @ 9:44 PM EDT

@bsammer I always tell my teacher good teachers let moments happen, great teacher create them with intentionality!! #txed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 9:45 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg yikes. Prayers for a speed heal! Pretty sure I haven't done a sit up since 2000. #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Question 2 is coming up! #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Great answers I am seeing: Relationships, engaging, high standards, communication, safe, creative. You guys rock! #TXed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Love the inclusion of T here. Ss don't benefit from an unhealthy T! #TXed https://t.co/UJsi32doe8

oJaison Jun 8 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: Highly effective classroom prioritizes the intellectual and emotional health of both students and teachers. #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:46 PM EDT

@BeckyEdu @mmurphy1964 i think it's true though!!!! :P #txed

daveschmittou Jun 8 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A1) it starts w/ knowing your audience. True at church, at school, in politics, everywhere. Teaching is not speaking. It's influencing #txed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Design experience. #TXed https://t.co/uFuBQuS18m

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:43 PM EDT
"Create an experience"...I love that! #txed https://t.co/cTM051M4qA
- dduranpink Jun 8 @ 9:41 PM EDT
  
  Know your students, create an experience not just a lecture, and differentiate #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q2-If good Qs lead to more learning, how can we help our students develop good questions? #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A1-A growth mindset atmosphere. One where failure is not an end but a learning opportunity #TXed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 9:48 PM EDT

@Bstamm00 @pwagnerlcisd maybe an intentional question of what feeling(s) we want students to walk away with. #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:48 PM EDT

@BeckyEdu A of all, you are correct, B of all, good call BB! :) you are really good at that! #txed

jodiforeman Jun 8 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2- you have to teach them what a good question is and what makes it good. Spend the time. #txed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 9:48 PM EDT

@daveschmittou throw in guiding and facilitating as well! #TXed

SalterEdu Jun 8 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A1 Connect w/ all Ss, show compassion, listen, expect the best from all, keep expectations high & hold ourselves & Ss accountable #txed

daveschmittou Jun 8 @ 9:48 PM EDT

2) kids are natural questioners. We drive it out of them early by forcing compliance & making them play school #txed https://t.co/ifv2FUt5jb

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q2-If good Qs lead to more learning, how can we help our students develop good questions? #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2-We need to model that questioning with our kids. Let them see how you can go deeper in the learning with questions #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2: It is a skill they have to learn. I think having question stems available to start with can help. Model good Qs as well. #txed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 9:49 PM EDT

@jodiforeman what do you think makes a good question? how do you teach this? #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:49 PM EDT

@oJaison well, risk free as in I am not going to humiliate them for trying, no stupid ideas, etc. they still have rules! :) #txed

IvantheAggie Jun 8 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2: modeling questions starts on their turf. What do they have questions about? Why do they question it? Influence creates intrigue #txed

niseyharris9381 Jun 8 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2. Model. Have Qs in the lesson. Give question stems. Set the expectation of when, where and how to ask thought provoking questions #txed

bsammer Jun 8 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2: I give mine Q and A stems so it gives them something to construct from. After a while they are asking awesome Q's on their own! #txed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Yes! #stuvoice is vital in the environment! #TXed https://t.co/u7TMnu8Lgo

oJaison Jun 8 @ 9:48 PM EDT

@Bstamm00 @pwagnerlcisd maybe an intentional question of what feeling(s) we want students to walk away with. #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:50 PM EDT

@SalterEdu Thanks for jumping in Kimberly! #txed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 9:50 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews agreed! I don't think humiliation has a place in the highly-effective learning environment #TXed

celiadrews Jun 8 @ 9:50 PM EDT

In safe learning environment, no dumb questions - instill a passion for learning and kids want to know more - kids are free to inquire #TXed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Great thought! Thanks for jumping in! #TXed https://t.co/Xd4Zlf6Wq4

SalterEdu Jun 8 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A1 Connect w/ all Ss, show compassion, listen, expect the best from all, keep expectations high & hold ourselves & Ss accountable #txed

McNulty1977 Jun 8 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2: I use "Google Challenge" w/ my 3rd graders. They generate a quesrion & see how quick I find the answer on google. Drives BIG Qs. #txed

mmurphy1964 Jun 8 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Modeling and giving them think time to come up with good questions. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2-Agin relationship is a key. If they feel that you are understanding, they might ask more questions #TXed

jodiforeman Jun 8 @ 9:51 PM EDT

@oJaison I use Kaplan's Depth and Complexity in teaching and questioning. I teach the Ss to use them as well. #txed

HTXTeach Jun 8 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Just got accepted to present at #TCCA16 in October about using Twitter in the classroom!!! #txed #txeduchat #whapchat #edtech

oJaison Jun 8 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2: I start by picking apart their own questions. Making sure they're giving real answers. Still have work to do on my own replies #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:51 PM EDT

@daveschmittou I agree to an extent. Not giving choice/letting investigate on their own they lose the ability to think for themselves. #txed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 9:51 PM EDT

True. We must not be threatened by the natural questioners. They may need some guidance tho. #TXed https://t.co/CDFBZ0axwh

daveschmittou Jun 8 @ 9:48 PM EDT
2) kids are natural questioners. We drive it out of them early by forcing compliance & making them play school #txed https://t.co/ifv2FUt5jb
- TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:47 PM EDT
  
  Q2-If good Qs lead to more learning, how can we help our students develop good questions? #TXed

IvantheAggie Jun 8 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A2 I remember wondering about all sorts of things that seemed to be common knowledge. I had a teacher that would explain those things #txed

bsammer Jun 8 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A2: #mysteryskype has actually taught my kids the importance of good questions and logical thinking. I've really seen them grow! #txed

dduranpink Jun 8 @ 9:52 PM EDT

It usually starts with something simple that that are interested in or curios about. Let that be the base to grow from #txed

mmurphy1964 Jun 8 @ 9:52 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg A2- yes sir, relationships are so important #TXed

IvantheAggie Jun 8 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A2: being an ELL I always had questions about cultural things. I loved teachers that would share their culture with us as students! #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:52 PM EDT

@jodiforeman @oJaison i need to look more into that. i use Blooms mostly :) #txed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 9:53 PM EDT

@oJaison I've noticed recently I sometimes hide behind faux-humility/laziness when replying to Qs from friends. #TXed

jodiforeman Jun 8 @ 9:53 PM EDT

@oJaison It is great hearing Ss using the words paradox, over time, and trends in questions is great, #txed #depthandcomplexity

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:53 PM EDT

@bsammer Where do you pull your question stems from? Are they leveled? Wondering if they follow a Bloom's pattern. #txed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 9:53 PM EDT

@HTXTeach congrats!! #TXed

jodiforeman Jun 8 @ 9:54 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews @oJaison Blooms is good, especially the newer version, but D&C as well as the content imperatives push it further. #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:54 PM EDT

@Bstamm00 keep the curiosity intact!!!! :) give them an outlet #txed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 9:54 PM EDT

@jodiforeman what sets the kaplan framework apart in your mind? Or makes it valuable at least. #TXed @KelleyJAndrews

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Question 3 is coming up! #TXed

jodiforeman Jun 8 @ 9:55 PM EDT

@oJaison @KelleyJAndrews It builds and connects on itself and with other ideas. Highly versatile. #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:55 PM EDT

@jodiforeman @Jaison do you have a good site or reference link? i would love it! #txed

SalterEdu Jun 8 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A2 Giving Ss an opp to ask ?'s at various times & model. Ss can use post-it notes to jot down their thoughts & then generate their ? #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Q3-Where do you get your ideas for your lesson? Is it important to have divergent sources? #txed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A2: I try to ask better clarifying questions here on Twitter too. I find I don't always leave with a solid understanding of the idea. #TXed

jodiforeman Jun 8 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Favorite question time in class is "Keep calm and beware the Why" time. Ss know I expect fully thought out answers & will keep asking #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A2-You can always find some great question stems on @Pinterest #yesIamapinner #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:57 PM EDT

@oJaison you do a great job asking for specifics. I am more of a generalist, and forget people need the dets! (details) #txed

niseyharris9381 Jun 8 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Q3. Good question would love to read other ideas #txed

jodiforeman Jun 8 @ 9:58 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews @Jaison Google Kaplan Depth and Complexity. @ByrdseedGifted has a great page on it. https://t.co/G7KQ1E3IZC #txed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A3: Initially i get ideas from students. Then I put the idea out to friends in my networks and crowdsource ideas. #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A3: With my job, activity ideas come from Ts. By talking to a number of Ts I have a chance to get the best of the best and create. #txed

bsammer Jun 8 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A3: I am constantly combing TpT for resources.I don't keep a filing cabinet & try to use something new, revised, or better every year. #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A3..so many resources. Pinterest, twitter, pln, conferences, ideas in the shower, changing up district curriculum #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A3-Always great to develop a #PLC on your campus and off your campus. We cannot teach alone. Power in numbers #TXed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 9:59 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews I truly want to know why people recommend stuff. "It reaches higher levels of blooms" isn't enough imo #TXed

celiadrews Jun 8 @ 9:59 PM EDT

As an admin, there are many ways to get from point A to point B - give Ts creative freedom to explore #TXed

jodiforeman Jun 8 @ 10:00 PM EDT

A3- lesson ideas come from any and everywhere. I have gotten up in the middle of the night to write an idea down. #whateverWorks #txed

mmurphy1964 Jun 8 @ 10:00 PM EDT

A3- PLC's, PD, Twitter, district curriculum. #txed

SalterEdu Jun 8 @ 10:01 PM EDT

A3 Depends on the lesson. Research. Collaborate w/ fellow Ts/coaches. Being able to brainstorm, reflect & plan w/ others works well. #txed

IvantheAggie Jun 8 @ 10:01 PM EDT

@celiadrews exactly!! I provide the map, but I always allow my teachers to find their own route!!#yourpathmatters #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:01 PM EDT

@Tommyspall use to have a WonderWall in his room. Students wrote questions and he spends sometime going over them in future lessons #TXed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 10:01 PM EDT

@bsammer wouldn't it be awesome if we just did away with the file cabinet!? #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:01 PM EDT

that is your curiosity. it's all good. #lifelonglearner #txed

jodiforeman Jun 8 @ 10:02 PM EDT

@oJaison @KelleyJAndrews It's hard to explain why you use/like things in 140 characters. If they are interested, they will look it up. #txed

bsammer Jun 8 @ 10:02 PM EDT

@Bstamm00 Yes! I did and it's liberating! haha. Everyone is always shocked when they see I don't have one. More space for Ss! #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:03 PM EDT

@IvantheAggie @celiadrews Give them some creative freedom and then watch the lessons come mind blowing #TXed https://t.co/LIxdSTOjCA

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Question 4 is coming up! #TXed

dduranpink Jun 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Bill Nye, youtube, pintrest, other teachers, students, me pbs kids, parenting magazines, some summer camp's I've worked at....#txed

bsammer Jun 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg @tommyspall I've seen this before and have wanted to try it. Maybe I'll work it in next year! #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Q4-How do we as educators improve our assessment process to enchance our Ss learning? #txed

RYHTexas Jun 8 @ 10:05 PM EDT

.@HoustonChron article interviews Houston-area principals who discuss what makes their schools successful. https://t.co/LhQP5By1vC #txed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 10:05 PM EDT

@jodiforeman @KelleyJAndrews I'm usually less interested in the tool & more in the person using it. The explanation is valuable to me #TXed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT

@jodiforeman @KelleyJAndrews if the person can't explain why it's valuable I'm usually reluctant to research further. #TXed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT

@oJaison @KelleyJAndrews haha! That's like answering "Jesus" in Sunday school! #TXed

bsammer Jun 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Q4: I've had to work on creating my tests B4 I teach. Begin with the end in mind. Ask what I really want my Ss to walk away knowing. #txed

EduLeader4kids Jun 8 @ 10:07 PM EDT

#txed A4: as long as we can assess in a variety of ways and use the data we gather to drive instruction we are doing it right

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A4: I feel we do not really ask ourselves what we want our students to learn. WE need to dig down and understand that. #txed

celiadrews Jun 8 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A4- assessment must be ongoing - not one and done for it to be effective- check where you are, what Ss know and readjust -ALL the time #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@bsammer great minds! #txed

niseyharris9381 Jun 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A4. We have to use different types of assessments. Our assessments should be used as data to drive instruction #txed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A4 involve Ss in the creation of the assessment! You know what kids learn in the making of the tool #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A4-We have to stop just giving an assessment just to give an assessment. Got to use the data from it to help our kids improve and grow #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT

And we must allow time in our schedule to actually do something with the data! We assess and move on. #time #txed https://t.co/1rDQWD8SAn

niseyharris9381 Jun 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A4. We have to use different types of assessments. Our assessments should be used as data to drive instruction #txed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT

@jodiforeman @KelleyJAndrews true, but to make no attempt to share knowledge I think does our profession a disservice somewhat. #TXed

bsammer Jun 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg I get so frustrated when teachers tell me I need to give it because well "Don't you need another grade?!" #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT

BOOM! #TXed https://t.co/sO05gBSt3t

celiadrews Jun 8 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A4- assessment must be ongoing - not one and done for it to be effective- check where you are, what Ss know and readjust -ALL the time #txed

IvantheAggie Jun 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A4: assessment shouldn't be a dirty word. We try to create a structure that builds assessment capacity through mistakes and correction #txed

IvantheAggie Jun 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A4: teachers and students shouldn't be phased by assessments. Let's grow with it and conquer the fear!! #txed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg variety of formative is a must. We must assess, but doesn't have to be multiple choice or work sheet if we are smart. #TXed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@jodiforeman @KelleyJAndrews much of this ties in to increasing skepticism that we don't know why we want "critical thinking" anymore #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A4 frequent assessment. but make it fun sometimes quizizz, nearpod, socrative, goformative, games, even drawing a diagram! #txed

mmurphy1964 Jun 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A4- differentiated instruction = differentiated assessment for some kiddos #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@bsammer We all feel that way at times. So much to get in and requirements make it hard. #TXed

bsammer Jun 8 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A4: Sometimes I put the heat map data on the board while we are going over each Q. Ss love the suspense of how we did as a class. #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@mmurphy1964 yes....i love to change it up. how do you differentiate assessment? :) #txed

SalterEdu Jun 8 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A4 Ss need to understand the why. Ts need to be aware & understand the goal & what we plan to derive from the assessment. FA's are 🔑 #txed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A4: Related to what I just said, I'm always trying to refrain from settling for proxies. I have specific goals for my students. #TXed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Nice! You just added the specificity to my response! #TXed https://t.co/ycKjeBdGsA

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A4 frequent assessment. but make it fun sometimes quizizz, nearpod, socrative, goformative, games, even drawing a diagram! #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Question 5 is coming up! #TXed

mmurphy1964 Jun 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews @GetKahoot is awesome as well #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT

So true and I am starting to see more of this in schools. Informal and formal assessments can be helpful #TXed https://t.co/cJOEfJPMmp

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg variety of formative is a must. We must assess, but doesn't have to be multiple choice or work sheet if we are smart. #TXed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A4: Keeping in mind an explicit goal for my students and for education in general i know what "critical thinking" is for. #TXed

dduranpink Jun 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT

They are so bogged down wth assessments we need a 21st to assess that is not just a test it can be observation or portfolio collection #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Q5-What ways/methods do you use to help students know what success should look like in your class? #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT

@IvantheAggie hahaaha! true story. I tried to abbreviate the word assessment on the board one day. omg. #txed

mmurphy1964 Jun 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews as an inclusion teacher - modify #TXed

jodiforeman Jun 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A5- model/demo and rubrics. both for work and behaviors. #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@Bstamm00 I am just cool like that....#humblebrag :) #greatminds #txed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A5: I want my students to know how success differs by context. And why greater knowledge of your own context is important. #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A5: Model...not just success but failure. Show them it is OK to fail as long as you brush off and try again. More learning happens. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT

@Tommyspall @bsammer Dude use the #TXed tag https://t.co/aJ1QZhdxHT

mmurphy1964 Jun 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A5- Model and be a positive role model for them. #txed

celiadrews Jun 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A5- I love to go into classrooms and see a variety of ways for Ss to show what they know- plays, prezi, games, teaching others, etc #txed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Fair. I don't use my time in that way but I'm glad that works for you! #TXed https://t.co/Iy0PM3Bv2r

jodiforeman Jun 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT

@oJaison @KelleyJAndrews That;s were we differ. If I am intrigued in the least, I get more information.

niseyharris9381 Jun 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Success isn't necessarily making a 100 or passing. Sometimes it's improved behaviors #txed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A5: I want students of color to know how intolerant our education system can be for the slightest mistake on their part. #TXed

jodiforeman Jun 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT

@pwagnerlcisd Ss LOVE it when I mess up and then find a way to make it work. Especially if the failure is messy. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A5-We must remember that success is different with many. Overall, I just want them to know that they are special to me #TXed

SalterEdu Jun 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A5 Success for one S may be different for another S. Support. Engage. Believe. Respect all thoughts/opinions. Give Ss constructive FB #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A5 modeling! success is different for different people. it could be grades, behaviors, academic, meeting goals, discovering, giving ex #txed

mmurphy1964 Jun 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Yes ma'am on that #TXed @niseyharris9381 https://t.co/pxfb962r7x

niseyharris9381 Jun 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Success isn't necessarily making a 100 or passing. Sometimes it's improved behaviors #txed

bsammer Jun 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A5: We discuss growth a lot. I'm always sounding like @Tony_Horton "Do your best forget the rest."Ss have to be proud of their effort. #txed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A5: I'm trying to do better about clearly communicating the goal at the outset. #TXed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A5 Growth and hard work. Being able to identify those in whatever the outcome has to be an important part of learning. #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@oJaison good mention. very important from minute 1! #txed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Amen #TXed #onethingleadstoanother https://t.co/d5baleDJwS

niseyharris9381 Jun 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Success isn't necessarily making a 100 or passing. Sometimes it's improved behaviors #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A5-Success for some can be making that great grade. Others, maybe just being able to come back to school the next day #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Question 6 is coming up! #TXed

Bstamm00 Jun 8 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Definitely, but can't forget the next steps. #TXed @bsammer @Tony_Horton

jodiforeman Jun 8 @ 10:22 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg And for some, it is remembering where they put their pencil last. #txed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 10:22 PM EDT

I'm not talking about news. Disparities for Ss of color in discipline, expectations, supports offered & more. #TXed https://t.co/guaCNw89w1

IvantheAggie Jun 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT

@oJaison it's hard for any students to be able to make mistakes these days. Everything is on a 24 hour news cycle.

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Q6-How can we help Ss develop skills to enable them to examine complex situations from different angles? #TXed

jodiforeman Jun 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT

@jodiforeman @PrincipalOgg *I usually find it stuck in my hair* #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT

@bsammer So important to remember this. Can help with a growth mindset #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A6-That is why I always loved teaching math. I like showing them there is more than one way to solve a problem #TXed

celiadrews Jun 8 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A6- always encourage Ss to ask "what if" #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A6 giving them real-world problems (pbl) time to explore, makerspace, inquiry, collaboration is also key! real world skills! #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A6: It starts w not doing everything 4 them, at school & at home. Give them choice so they have to make decisions and problem solve. #txed

jodiforeman Jun 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A6- make sure Ss have to opportunity to experiment with ideas and solutions. Look at different POVs #txed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A6: Love this Q. Full incorporation of different perspectives is a must. Ethnicity, race, sexuality, gender, ability, nationality, etc #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT

@jodiforeman yes..hear other groups thought processes! #txed

mmurphy1964 Jun 8 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A6- empower them and allow them to problem solve. Let them figure it out sometimes. #txed

bsammer Jun 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A6: Put them in problem solving situations. @breakoutEDU was so fun to watch bc they HAD to figure out how to work it out together. #txed

oJaison Jun 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A6: I don't think asking a child to solve an "adult" or "real-world" problem teaches multi-angle analysis. They'll approach same way #TXed

niseyharris9381 Jun 8 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A6. We have to teach them to think. I know that sounds silly. But they must be able to problem solve and work through mistakes #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 8 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A6 also inquiry learning! #txed

bsammer Jun 8 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A6: After problem solving situations always debrief. What worked? What didn't? What can we do better next time? Model how to analyze #txed