#mathmindset Archive
#MathMindset occurs every Thursday from 4:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time (PT). Created by TenMarks and Amazon Education, the chat focuses on math and growth-mindset strategies. Each chat asks five questions for participants to discuss and share resources.
Thursday June 23, 2016
Welcome to ! Today we’re going to be discussing summer professional development with
Please introduce yourself, what grade you teach, and what you’re most excited about this week!
Hi, ! I’m Suzy, an Instructional Technology Director in on . SO excited for https://t.co/jrlYoe1M64
Please introduce yourself, what grade you teach, and what you’re most excited about this week!
Thanks for being with us !
Hi all! Thanks for being here! I am Mo from . Former early elementary teacher. Excited is back!
Never knew that, Maureen! I bet you were awesome w/ the little ones!! & are lucky to have you!
Q1: What method of summer do you find to be most effective for you? F2F? Online? Hybrid? Book Club? Webinar? Grad Course?
Thank you! It was a blast!
Q1 Eager to hear your responses as we think about how best to support educators during the summer!
A1: To answer my on Q, I think a mix of before, during and after PD helps support teachers as they implement what they learn.
Q1 When I was in the classroom, summer the best time to catch up on READING to reconnect with my mission as an educator
Mike - Elementary (K-5) Math Coach in Mechanicsburg PA.
Yes - the Gift Of Reading is something teachers TOTALLY look forward to during the ! https://t.co/q9oGVyhWL3
Q1 When I was in the classroom, summer the best time to catch up on READING to reconnect with my mission as an educator
Hi Mike! Hope your PA summer is off to a great start!
A1 I like taking the summer to read, reflect on the previous year, and set goals for the coming year.
I’m guessing your students benefit from that as well. :)
Hi! Vicki from NJ jumping in a little late! Excited to be on my 1st day of summer break!!!!
Q2: What summer PD are you signed up to participate in this summer/year? How do you choose from so many available options??
Q2 has FREE PD resources when it comes to . Visit the resources page to access
Hi Vicki! Thanks for joining us on your first day - that’s a big deal!!
A1: I need a combo of PD. Hybrid and coffeeEdu style r favs. Love reading prof books on the beach w/ as well!!
On and offline PD allows teachers to match their schedules to their needs. Thanks for sharing! https://t.co/lMW0OFxA8m
A1: I need a combo of PD. Hybrid and coffeeEdu style r favs. Love reading prof books on the beach w/ as well!!
A2: I’m very excited about our PD options, as well as . My own PD will be at &
haha she is!!! She's the greatest!
Katie from Illinois coming in late! Middle school math interventionist.
A2: reading Launch with and others unbookclub style. Presenting in Aug. Doing blended district PD
Love a Groupie!! Groupee? lol. Glad you’re here, regardless.
Late is totally okay during the summer, Katie! Glad you’re here at tonight! (today?)
Have to add...also SUPER excited that next yr we r departmentalizing and I am MATH/Science
Q3: Is Individualized PD a Myth or Reality? Discuss!
Q2: I'm taking classes on educational leadership for some PD and attending ISTE.
A2 My summer PD will be lots of Twitter, books, and blogs. What are your favorites in each category?
What a great way to focus closely and become an expert in one or two areas! .
Q3 I think it is real! We all need to improve or grow in different areas
Q3: It's a reality of you make it!
Q3 And with so many options for PD it is important to be strategic with our time!
A3:Currently, it's a myth, unless you seek it out. Admin aren't going out of their way to individualize
A3: I try my HARDEST to individualize PD for & teachers. ! https://t.co/kfAHcCnkmi
Q3: Is Individualized PD a Myth or Reality? Discuss!
A3: I think it is finally shifting towards reality thanks to Twitter and groups like
Ooooo! Some of my faves!! I agree, the tide is turning.
Hi everyone! Popping in for the end. Happy summer!
Hopefully the myth starts to shift for those districts. We are trying HARD to individualize PD for our teachers.
welcome!!! So glad you're here!
Hi Nicki! Welcome to our PD discussion!
A3: I think we make our own individual PD..not a myth at all!
For Teachers, By Teachers - such a great model!! !
Drive your own bus, so to speak? I think that makes sense.
Q4: What's your personal focus for improvement? Where do you want to see the most growth in your students (or yourself!)
Q4 We are hearing from educators that a big theme for PD this summer is questioning in math
Hi Dina - thank you for joining us! Are you ready for some PD this summer?
There are so many options to personalize our own PD online now!
A4:I would like to see growth in providing different types of assessment for mastery.
A4: My focus is finding ways to support new employees in our district to find all they need regarding PD & getting up to speed.
Assessment is a HUGE topic in my PD sessions. Especially .
Love the positive attitude that shines through your post, Nicki!
A4: Using data to drive small-group instruction. Reading "Guided Math" by right now.
A4: my focus is on STEM and math - since that's going to be my focus next year!
Q4: I'm looking for improvement with patent involvement.
4:56pm: Q5: What professional books are you reading that you find are worth sharing with other teachers?
Q5 I am finally getting to read Grit by Angela Duckworth. And Helping Children Succeed by Paul Tough. So inspiring!
Love the idea of self assessment and student feedback on instruction.
Need to zoom in on a few specifics. My reflections are not ready to be turned into goals yet😉 Stay tuned...
Thanks for reminding me to get my copy of Grit. I've been meaning to do that. https://t.co/o4ZDs5oS1f
Q5 I am finally getting to read Grit by Angela Duckworth. And Helping Children Succeed by Paul Tough. So inspiring!
Parent involvement key to S success. When we find inroads 4 it makes a positive difference!
A6:Kid's deserve it, mathematical mindsets and innovative mindset.
