#rcstechchat Archive

Chat about instructional technology in the classroom!

Tuesday October 30, 2018
8:00 PM EDT

  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to tonight’s #RCSTechChat Please state your name, school, subject/grade and answer the question: “Who is Your Favorite Super Hero?”
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    David we are excited to have you!!! #rcstechchat
    In reply to @RHS_SID, @Emilyromine11
  • Emilyromine11 Oct 30 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    #rcstechchat Emily Romine Stewartsboro Elementary CDC My favorite super hero is Superman (Christopher Reeves version)
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Hi – Ho ! Akilah King here! Tech Coach at LMS. My Favorite super hero at the moment is the King of Wakanda, The Black Panther! #rcstechchat
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Hello all. Reggie Carruth, RTI Coach at LMS. One of my favorite (I have many) super hero is Batman!!!! #rcstechchat
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    David Limbaugh Riverdale JRs/SRs - US Government and Contemporary Issues A1 - Superman #rcstechchat
    In reply to @TechCoachKing
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    thank you! #rcstechchat
    In reply to @mylifeasatechie, @Emilyromine11
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hello everyone and welcome to #rcstechchat! I am Clarissa Miles the techcoach from Rockvale Elementary. My favorite super hero is Captain America!
  • Tibbstechcoach Oct 30 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Instructional Technology coach here from Eagleville School and my favorite superhero is... #RCSTechChat
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    @Tibbstechcoach What's up Cap! #rcstechchat
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Great minds think alike!!! #rcstechchat
    In reply to @Tibbstechcoach
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:04 PM EDT
  • Tibbstechcoach Oct 30 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    @altrail1 and @msmoorem Where my teachers at? 😉 #RCSTechChat
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Here! #rcstechchat
    In reply to @Tibbstechcoach, @altrail1, @msmoorem
  • AMayLMS Oct 30 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Ashley May LaVergne Middle School 7th Grade Writing Storm #RCSTechChat
  • mrvanniej Oct 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Hey everyone! LMS Music teacher Vannie Williamson here...Batman is the greatest! #RCSTechChat
  • steve_effler Oct 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    #rcstechchat Hello everyone
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Hey Steve welcome back!! #rcstechchat
    In reply to @steve_effler
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    It's the Music an himself! Thanks for joining us! #rcstechchat
    In reply to @mrvanniej
  • Emilyromine11 Oct 30 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    #rcstechchat I am ready to dive into this chat! Looking forward to new ideas.
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Sounds like fun! #rcstechchat
    In reply to @Emilyromine11
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Question #1 coming in a hot minute! Remember to answer all questions in A1 formatting and to include the hashtag #rcstechchat on all responses tonight.
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Q1 When you see the buzz words individualized learning or flipped classroom, what comes to mind? #rcstechchat Remember to put A1 at the start of your response and #rcstechchat at the end
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    We are glad you are joining us tonight! #rcstechchat
    In reply to @Emilyromine11
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Great minds think a like!!!! #rcstechchat
    In reply to @mrvanniej
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1- Im gonna say it....Blended Learning. #rcstechchat
  • Emilyromine11 Oct 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    #rcstechchat flipped classroom makes me think of the use of technology in new way to teach
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1 Individualized learning is curriculum tailored to meet the learning style and levels of a students. A flipped classroom is moving the lecture part of a lesson to a pre-recorded format for your students to access at their own pace. #rcstechchat
  • altrail1 Oct 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    English teacher from Eagleville here! #RCSTechChat
  • steve_effler Oct 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    #rcstechchat A! Differentiated learning that is personalized to the student
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1 Individualized Learning to me is one-on-one or something specific to certain students or a task specific to certain students. Flipped classroom is students' ownership extended to teaching it to themselves. #rcstechchat
    In reply to @TechCoachKing
  • AMayLMS Oct 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1 Learning the that is specific to the individual learning style of the student and blended learning for flipped. #RCSTechChat
  • smithstrcs - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1 Students taking on the responsibility of their own learning on their own terms. #rcstechchat
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1 I believe individualized learning is catering your lessons to meet each student’s ability, interest and learning style. Individualized learning will also help keep students engaged in the lesson activity. Using a flipped method will help teachers individualize. #rcstechchat
  • Emilyromine11 Oct 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1 #rcstechchat Making sure ALL students are engaged no matter their learning style or level of learning
  • Tibbstechcoach Oct 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1-providing resources to foster the success student’s based on their individual needs. #RCSTechChat
  • altrail1 Oct 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1. Blended learning and flipped classroomare the buzz words i think of. #RCSTechChat
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Great response! #rcstechchat
    In reply to @smithstrcs
  • mrvanniej Oct 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1 - I think of instruction tailored towards the individual students in the classroom when I hear individualized learning. Flipped meaning anything outside the ordinary delivery of instruction. #rcstechchat
  • altrail1 Oct 30 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A1. Individualized means lots of conferencing with students. Seeing what they need and being responsive. #RCSTechChat
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:16 PM EDT
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    I see we are all on the same page so far. One more minute until Question #2 #rcstechchat
  • DicusMs Oct 30 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Anna Dicus LaVergne Middle School 6th grade writing THOR!!!!! #RCSTechChat
    In reply to @TechCoachKing
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Q2 How do you measure if a student has mastered a skill? #RCSTechChat
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2 First, I think the teacher will need to identify or define for themselves what mastery is for that lesson/skill. A great place to start is within your PLC. #rcstechchat
  • Emilyromine11 Oct 30 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    #rcstechchat A2 We have daily journals that they use to put end of class work in. This helps me see what they can do independently. It allows me to also see if they need any re-teaching
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2 I think measuring mastery allows the individualized time necessary for students to reach a pre- determined criteria, like scoring 80- 85% proficiency on 11 questions, or a creative piece which thoroughly displays a full knowledge of a topic. #rcstechchat
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2 Once mastery has been identified, you can now put check points in place through your lesson to see if students are on the path of mastery. I also think students should know what mastery looks like for that lesson/skill. #rcstechchat
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2- I think you can answer this a lot of different ways. It can be a conversation, an observation you make in a small group, a formal assessment, how they apply the skill to other tasks, exit ticket...it's not just one set way! #rcstechchat
  • steve_effler Oct 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    #rcstechchat A2 repeatedly being able to address the issue/question and show mastery
  • mrvanniej Oct 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2 - By defining what mastery is and assessing whether the student has reached that level. That way the student realizes it themselves. #RCSTechChat
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Great question! A2 - Assessment verbally during the lesson looking for understanding (or non-understanding) and then testing. #rcstechchat I teach US Government and Contemporary Issues with allows for discussion, questioning and feedback. Conversational subjects.
    In reply to @TechCoachKing
  • smithstrcs - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2 I think most teachers would say a grade of 70 or above, but I think rubrics are a better choice (although not always practical) because they break down what is needed, so students know exactly what is expected & teachers know what is mastered. #rcstechchat
  • AMayLMS Oct 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2 Through multiple forms of assessments and analyzing the data of how the students are assessed. Mastery levels, I believe vary based on subject. #RCSTechChat
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    which allows.... :-) #rcstechchat
    In reply to @TechCoachKing
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    I completely agree with you...this may look different for each student also! #rcstechchat
    In reply to @AMayLMS
  • altrail1 Oct 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2. Skill mastery is evident in many ways. I look at student writing for mastery of concepts but there are many other ways they can show mastery. Some skills can mastery by verbal responses also.Really, mastery determination depends on the skill that is being taught. #RCSTechChat
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    #rcstechchat Teachers, can you share specifically how do you determine Mastery in your own classrooms?
  • DicusMs Oct 30 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A1 I see individualized learning as in tailoring our instruction to meet the needs of each child where they are using a variety of teaching methods and resources. #RCSTechChat
    In reply to @TechCoachKing
  • AMayLMS Oct 30 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A2 All students test differently so they need the opportunity to show their knowledge using more than just pencil and paper. #RCSTechChat
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3 - during the lesson I used index cards that one student shuffles and another cuts so as I go around the room I tell them I am not the one that chose them - but I sometimes 'cheat and call on someone not next in the deck. #rcstechchat
    In reply to @TechCoachKing
  • Tibbstechcoach Oct 30 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A2- mastery can me determined in many ways. Through formative assessments which could include check-ins, quizzes, performance based assessments, etc. the important part is clear expectations & data driven decisions to help achieve mastery. #RCSTechChat
  • Emilyromine11 Oct 30 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    #rcstechchat A2 I determine mastery on each individual student on their academic level. To me mastery is when they can do the skill without any help. All of my students are on different levels so testing is on their level.
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    I agree Stephanie. Rubrics allow students to see what they need to do to reach mastery! #rcstechchat
    In reply to @smithstrcs
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    That's for sharing! T - minus 60 seconds for Question #3 #rcstechchat
  • jellison23 Oct 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    CRASHING IN ON THE AWESOME #rcstechchat ALL THE WAY FROM CALIFORNIA
  • AMayLMS Oct 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A2 Mastery is determined through oral communication, exit tickets, benchmarks, etc. Take all of these and place them by standard on a chart and see if the student has mastered the standard. #RCSTechChat
  • mrvanniej Oct 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    I determine mastery by various methods of assessment in the music classroom...performance, composition, and the ability to re-teach are a few...#rcstechchat
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    @jellison23 Hey girl hey! #rcstechchat
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Hey!!!!!! We need to literally crash here in TN so we can see your face! Okay! #rcstechchat
    In reply to @jellison23
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3 - I look for understanding by their responses and questions themselves. I try to encourage them asking questions and sharing what they do and do not understand. I base my test on the standards and look for patterns of where students seem to not understand. #rcstechchat
    In reply to @TechCoachKing
  • smithstrcs - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    You're my favorite! #rcstechchat
    In reply to @jellison23
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Q3 Why should you incorporate choice boards to individualized learning and ensure mastery? #RCSTechChat
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3 Choice boards can allow all your students to “show what they know” in a variety of ways. It will also allow the teacher to tap into the different learning styles of their students. #rcstechchat
  • jellison23 Oct 30 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A2 I really, really know if students have mastered a skill if I see it TRANSFER to other areas, but all the usual things too - observations, assesment, date collection #rcstechchat
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Q3 - This is why I am here - hoping you can coach me up to let me know how to do this. #rcstechchat
    In reply to @TechCoachKing
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3 Giving students choice will allow them to take ownership of their learning as they work towards mastery. #rcstechchat
  • altrail1 Oct 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3. Choice boards are somethings want to explore. However, since each student learns differently, the way they demonstrate learning can also vary. #RCSTechChat
  • Emilyromine11 Oct 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3 #rcstechchat choice boards allow the students to be able to have some say in their work and this allows them to take pride in what they are doing. It shows what they know and that would be what they can do without any extra instruction.
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3 Choice boards allows teachers to reach students based on their interests, achievement levels and learning styles. A teacher can tailor the selections by bloom’s taxonomy, the 4 C’s, or achievement levels. Examples- https://t.co/9R4bkeEbYm #rcstechchat
  • AMayLMS Oct 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3 All students have different learning styles and deserve a chance to show success in their learning. #RCSTechChat
  • smithstrcs - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3 I loved doing "menus" for my students because they seemed more engaged and were excited to choose their own assignments. #rcstechchat
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3- Anytime you can give students choice over their learning they become more invested and engaged! #rcstechchat
  • mrvanniej Oct 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3 - Giving students options and the teacher insight on what may work best for their students #rcstechchat
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3 Teachers should use choice boards because it differentiates learning while still hitting the necessary learning targets. It can also promote self-regulation as a student has to maintain the time constraints that they commit to. #rcstechchat
  • DicusMs Oct 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A2 We can measure understanding in many different ways such as exit tickets, verbal questioning, creative projects, writing prompts, and more. #RCSTechChat
  • steve_effler Oct 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    #rcstechchat A3....it will allow learners who learn differently to express themselves well.
  • Tibbstechcoach Oct 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Choice boards can give students a sense of ownership of their own learning. Engagement and motivation can also increase with student choice. #RCSTechChat
  • Emilyromine11 Oct 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3 #rcstechchat I have found that students are more excited in their work and more motivated when they are choosing what to do.
  • Tibbstechcoach Oct 30 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Sorry A3- #rcstechchat
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Oops - A3 - This is why I am here - hoping you can coach me up to let me know how to do this. #rcstechchat
    In reply to @TechCoachKing
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    I agree. They have more ownership to their work. #rcstechchat
    In reply to @Emilyromine11
  • jellison23 Oct 30 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Choice is soooo important because students crave autonomy - especially students who come from poverty and have ZERO control over their lives #rcstechchat
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A3 Choice boards will also allow teachers the chance to remediate and excel students when needed. #rcstechchat
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Yes!! So Important! You nailed that response! #rcstechchat
    In reply to @jellison23
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    The more ownership of their learning they feel they have, the more important if feels to the student. Agreed? A3 #rcstechchat
    In reply to @jellison23
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Really enjoying this discussion! Great answers thus far. One more minute until @lmsrticarruth leads us into Question #4 where we will start to tie this all together #rcstechchat
  • jellison23 Oct 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A3 Choice is soooo important because students crave autonomy - especially students who come from poverty and have ZERO control over their lives #rcstechchat
  • DicusMs Oct 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A3 Choice boards can show student understanding while allowing them to choose how they will demonstrate that understanding. They can start out with a task that is on target for them and move on to more challenging tasks later. #RCSTechChat
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    @jellison23 Interesting point Re; poverty. I've never actually considered that #rcstechchat
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    I told Dr. Weeks at MTSU in FOED class my philosophy of teach is that Kids Can't Pick Their Parents. #rcstechchat
    In reply to @TechCoachKing, @jellison23
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    What technology tools can you use to flip lessons in order to meet students where they are and push them to excel? #RCSTechChat
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    teaching #rcstechchat
    In reply to @TechCoachKing, @jellison23
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:36 PM EDT
  • AMayLMS Oct 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4 Actively Learn, IXL, No Red Ink, CommonLit, Blendspace, Khan Academy #RCSTechChat
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4 - Reason I joined this chat. To find out what options are out there. I know some teachers use videos. #rcstechchat
    In reply to @lmsrticarruth
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4 Screencastify allows you to record your screen. The video link can be posted to your webpage or to a QR code. My teachers are recording their PowerPoint lessons. It is really easy to work out problems using the pen with the laptop in tablet mode. #rcstechchat
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4 BlendSpace will allow teachers to create a digital choice board. Teachers can upload videos to create an entire digital workspace. #RCSTechChat
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4 You can level your choice board based on student interest and needs. BlendSpace will allow you to upload videos, PDFs, PowerPoints, plus many more… #RCSTechChat
  • Emilyromine11 Oct 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4 #rcstechchat in my classroom various apps are used to check for mastery. These are very simple lower level apps because I teach CDC but I have found that even with my students technology tends to bring out learning
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4 BlendSpace You can level your choice board based on student interest and needs. BlendSpace will allow you to upload videos, PDFs, PowerPoints, plus many more… #RCSTechChat
  • steve_effler Oct 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    #rcstechchat A4 Videos are very useful, plus anything I can use to make it hands on....
  • smithstrcs - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4 I love using @Brainpop for blended learning! Especially when the teacher can assign activities. #rcstechchat
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4- A new one I just learned about and helped assist a teacher with using was https://t.co/lLRNyx8Peg So easy!! Kids loved it! #rcstechchat
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4- Any resource that diagnoses and places students on levels such as Iready, IXL, MobyMax, ReadTheory #rcstechchat
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    https://t.co/VlkkYOg33v I went to a PD on PlayPosit - been experimenting with that on the side. #rcstechchat
    In reply to @lmsrticarruth
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    You have to check out https://t.co/lLRNyx8Peg #rcstechchat
    In reply to @RHS_SID, @lmsrticarruth
  • Emilyromine11 Oct 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4 #rcstechchat and skills that I may not have known that they had My students also learn using technology when they are paired with higher functioning students. I have found that students many times can teach better understanding
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4 I will also recommend you create your own digital choice board inside of Teams. You can use hyperlinks to websites, Educational Programs, Playposits…. #RCSTechChat
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Looks fun! https://t.co/DGTENPCfrR #rcstechchat
    In reply to @mylifeasatechie, @lmsrticarruth
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Did you know that screen castify is limited now :-( #rcstechchat
    In reply to @TechCoachKing
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    @RHS_SID Playposit is a game changer! We have a teacher using it for her student take notes at heir own pace while embedding checks for understanding #rcstechchat
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    @mylifeasatechie No say it isn't so!! Limited how? #rcstechchat
  • altrail1 Oct 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A4. Playposit is one of my favorites. I use Nearpod a ton also!#RCSTechChat
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Yes!!! Playposit is a great resource and is available to all RC teachers! #rcstechchat
  • mrvanniej Oct 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A4 - I use a lot of video!! I plan on getting into using FlipGrid to go along with the videos I use...#rcstechchat
  • jellison23 Oct 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Also, can I give a shoutout to an old, faithful friend @khanacademy ALWAYS FREE AND ALWAYS THERE #rcstechchat
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Here is a link to a tutorial of BlendSpace for those interested. #RCSTechChat https://t.co/mJO8zW8vrI
  • altrail1 Oct 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A4. I also use StoryBoardThat. #RCSTechChat
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Videos can only be so long and can only do so many a month. I had to stop using it all together and I am all in on the powerpoint video now. It was a sad day when I realized that! #rcstechchat
    In reply to @TechCoachKing
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    I look forward to moving lessons to it over the summer for next year. #rcstechchat I see it as a great way to help a student who misses school for a medical or other reason to stay caught up or if gone on extended field trip to get caught up.
    In reply to @TechCoachKing
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Great conversations so far. We have 1 minute until the next question #RCSTechChat
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Thank You! #rcstechchat
    In reply to @lmsrticarruth
  • DicusMs Oct 30 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A4 Using tools such as NoRedInk, IXL, and IReady, we can create center activities to target the standards that our students need the most guidance with while challenging our students that need that extra push. #RcsTechChat
    In reply to @lmsrticarruth
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Q4 What are some instructional strategies / activities that you can use when creating a choice board to reach all level of learners? #RCSTechChat
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Q5 What are some instructional strategies / activities that you can use when creating a choice board to reach all level of learners? #RCSTechChat
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Any history teachers out here? https://t.co/hOLUdb8SeT #rcstechchat
    In reply to @jellison23, @khanacademy
  • smithstrcs - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A5 Create assignments with varying difficulty. #rcstechchat
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    A5 One strategy is to 1) Pre-test. 2) Level off your board. 3) Students choose their entry point (each row) based upon how they scored on the pretest. This example was created by Mark Burns which also has extension activities. https://t.co/qPLGQDaNNE #rcstechchat
  • Emilyromine11 Oct 30 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    A5 #rcstechchat I think grouping is important. Students should be of mixed learning levels so that everyone can participate and higher leveled peers can help lower level peers. Assignments should be created so that everyone can have a part.
  • jellison23 Oct 30 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    A4 Recently discovered commonlit too, which is also free. You can adjust reading level and language. Also, it is free. #seethetheme #rcstechchat
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    A5 I like using a Tic Tac Toe Board to help with leveling my questioning while using Blooms Taxonomy. #RCSTechChat
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5 Check out this @edutopia article which highlights Mesquite Elementary’s Reteach and Enrich program. The ideas can definitely be addressed by using a choice board during week 2. https://t.co/ASKJN3EGfW #rcstechchat
  • smithstrcs - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    That's a great one! My middle school teachers love it! #rcstechchat
    In reply to @jellison23
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5 - I see it as a tool to allow students to 'customize' their learning experience for the day. #rcstechchat Feel ownership of the classroom.
    In reply to @lmsrticarruth
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Love this! #rcstechchat
    • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:45 PM EDT
      A5 One strategy is to 1) Pre-test. 2) Level off your board. 3) Students choose their entry point (each row) based upon how they scored on the pretest. This example was created by Mark Burns which also has extension activities. https://t.co/qPLGQDaNNE #rcstechchat
  • mrvanniej Oct 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5 - Various methods of delivery and assessment. Even when it's covering the same material #rcstechchat
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5 Here is a GREAT Blooms Taxonomy resource you can use when creating your choice board #RCSTechChat
  • AMayLMS Oct 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5 Intro to a new standard, questioning using color strips, computer lesson #RCSTechChat
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    @jellison23 If you like CommonLit you may love @activelylearn as well! Great resource for scaffolding! #rcstechchat
  • Emilyromine11 Oct 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5 #rcstechchat One strategy is to place level each student to check for what they know already. Then take that and use it to group your students evenly if it is a group project. You can also use it to pair students up that may need more help and can use a peer for that
  • AMayLMS Oct 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    This is based on the color strip activity. OOOOHHHH, you can do this with color jenga!!!! #RCSTechChat
    In reply to @lmsrticarruth
  • steve_effler Oct 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    #rcstechchat A5 I see it as a way for students to express themselves.....
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5 Last one- Video of a teacher explaining how he uses Marzano's scale to allow students to self-assess. The differentiated strategies suggested here could easily be expanded and incorporated into a choice board. https://t.co/5IWbfzrcXO #rcstechchat
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    I Love this. Using data to help group your students is an excellent idea!!! #rcstechchat
    In reply to @Emilyromine11
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    Absolutely! That's the goal here #rcstechchat
    • Emilyromine11 Oct 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT
      A5 #rcstechchat One strategy is to place level each student to check for what they know already. Then take that and use it to group your students evenly if it is a group project. You can also use it to pair students up that may need more help and can use a peer for that
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    I am a HUGE fan of colored Jenga!!! #rcstechchat
    In reply to @AMayLMS
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    "Students should be getting what they need." #rcstechchat Self Assessment gives them feedback on themselves without feeling judged by others.
    In reply to @TechCoachKing
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    Q6 What constraints do you foresee in trying to implement choice boards for mastery? #RCSTechChat
  • jellison23 Oct 30 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    Supporting the chat but distracted by all the new things I'm checking out. So many open tabs . . . #learnforlife #rcstechchat #digitalpln #armyofteachers #toomanyhashtags
  • DicusMs Oct 30 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A5 Writing teachers can create choice boards aligned with each type of writing such as informational and opinion. There can be multiple prompts that can be used for independent work, centers, small groups. #rcstechchat
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A6 TIME!! Finding the time to organize the activities. But I have seen how tailoring lessons impact student learning so I know the time and effort are worth it! #rcstechchat
  • Emilyromine11 Oct 30 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A6 #rcstechchat I can foresee some students maybe choosing something that may be too hard for them to complete independently and thus became frustrated. I don’t think it would happen often though
  • steve_effler Oct 30 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    #rcstechchat Q6 Getting used to the procedures will take time
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A6 - Great question! My first constraint is exposing myself to the potential of choice boards. Finding out what capabilities and opportunities it allows the students to have. #rcstechchat
    In reply to @lmsrticarruth
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Great Point! #rcstechchat
    • Emilyromine11 Oct 30 @ 8:51 PM EDT
      A6 #rcstechchat I can foresee some students maybe choosing something that may be too hard for them to complete independently and thus became frustrated. I don’t think it would happen often though
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A6 I will definitely have to say TIME and PLANNING!!! #rcstechchat
  • Emilyromine11 Oct 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A6 #rcstechchat finding the time to gather materials and plan may be a puzzler in finding the time to do it.
  • AMayLMS Oct 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A6 TIME!! Its will take at least a week to complete and making sure that students do not cheat with their friends. Technology not working. #RCSTechChat
  • altrail1 Oct 30 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A6. Ensuring that the work is relevant and meaningful and time! #RCSTechChat
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    To help overcome time constraints I say 1) Use your PLC and 2) Pull on your Tech Coach #shamelessplug #rcstechchat
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    I opened them and favorited them to make sure I can go back to them #rcstechchat
    In reply to @jellison23
  • altrail1 Oct 30 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    A5. I am reading the ideas here. So much information! #RCSTechChat
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    ust a couple of reminders: Don't log off tonight without completing the form so you can get PD credit. Also, we will be off next week for Election Day! But we will be back the following Tuesday! #rcstechchat
  • AMayLMS Oct 30 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    A6 making sure student give QUALITY work. #RCSTechChat
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    Just a couple of reminders: Don't log off tonight without completing the form so you can get PD credit. Also, we will be off next week for Election Day! But we will be back the following Tuesday! #rcstechchat
  • lmsrticarruth Oct 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A6 I think we all can agree time is a major constraint. Planning is a key part to making sure you're using time wisely. #RCSTechChat
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Thank You for doing this #rcstechchat
    In reply to @mylifeasatechie
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Thank you for joining in! That is what keeps this going! #rcstechchat
    In reply to @RHS_SID
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    My first visit - where is the form? #rcstechchat
    In reply to @mylifeasatechie
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    It's coming.... #rcstechchat
    In reply to @RHS_SID
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Once you create a couple of board templates though, plugging in activities will get easier #rcstechchat
  • TechCoachKing Oct 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    Thank you all for joining this #RCSTechChat session on Flipping for Mastery with Choice Boards! Shout out to @lmsrticarruth for the awesome graphics! Please remember to complete this form in order to receive PD credit. Have a blessed week! https://t.co/4Vhbbq5lVr
  • DicusMs Oct 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A6 My biggest fear with implementing choice boards is the thought of students having low expectations for their own knowledge and not pushing themselves to their greatest potential. #RCSTechChat
    In reply to @lmsrticarruth
  • mrvanniej Oct 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A6 - I haven't used them as much as I'd like to...one constraint is the idea of limiting myself to not give too many options for the students and myself to handle the workload that follows #rcstechchat
  • RHS_SID Oct 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    What if students were also involved in the creation as well sometimes? #rcstechchat
    In reply to @TechCoachKing
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    You guys will have to be logged in to you Office 365 account to complete the form! #rcstechchat
  • Emilyromine11 Oct 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    #rcstechchat Thank you for doing this!!!
  • smithstrcs - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Thanks to @TechCoachKing & @lmsrticarruth for hosting #rcstechchat tonight! Y'all are rockstars!
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Don't forget to Join us in two week! @wellertechcoach will be hosting our chat on Differentiation with Technology #rcstechchat
  • mrvanniej Oct 30 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    I enjoyed this!! I created lots of bookmarks and followed new accounts! That time flew by!! #RCStechchat
  • mylifeasatechie - Moderator Oct 30 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    @TechCoachKing and @lmsrticarruth You guys rocked the #rcstechchat tonight! Thank you for hosting!