#kyedchat Archive
#KyEdChat is a weekly and Kentucky-specific conversation about all things education, from the nuts and bolts of curriculum and instruction, to the challenges of leadership and the politics of accountability. #KyEdChat draws educators from throughout Kentucky and beyond, engaging in a fast and lively hour of discussion, thoughtful questions and candid responses.
Thursday February 25, 2016
Ready to chat engagement strategies with my peeps! Join us now follow this:
does still start at 8:07? :)
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Please state your name, district, what you teach and the name of your favorite high school teacher.
We like you guys and gals...
We’ll be using the traditional Q1, Q2; A1, A2 format. Be sure to use in all tweets.
HI! This is Heidi Deaf ed teacher from Daviess County. Mr. Blandford geometry teacher
MeMe from - PE and Health. Fave teacher in high school was Shirley Chafin - English.
Alison, Graves co. and I'm ready to ROCK! Thanks Dana for moderating.
Hello there, stranger. I miss your face!!!
Kari, Shelby County HS, English, Mrs. Pollack!
kyedchat, the Internet, you all!
Sarah Yost, Jefferson County, hybrid teacher leader, Ms. Nissly
Brad, District # 9, cool stuff, Mrs. Dykes probably.
Thanks for joining us, Alison!
Tiffany, Covington, 3rd grade, Mrs. Zimmerman...couldn't stand her at the time because she pushed so hard.
Eddie Mullins, HS English teacher from Fayette Co. Fav teacher = Jamie Hester - biology teacher
Cory, learner at the Prichard Committee, Mrs. Cutter for journalism at SCHS
Allison Slone, Rowan Co. time to Tweet it up!
Those are the teachers that move us the most! https://t.co/IIi8t32C0l
Tiffany, Covington, 3rd grade, Mrs. Zimmerman...couldn't stand her at the time because she pushed so hard.
Kim, Whitley County, Math Coach-fav teacher-Doris Spafford-Alg 1 teacher
henderson, ky chem mr Ronnie Alderdice
Kip Hottman, , Spanish teacher, Favorite High School Teacher Mrs. Linda Berry from !
Cassie Reding, Russellville Ind. 4th grade, Ms. Wells
Angela Yeasayer, Jefferson Co, Eastern High School - Glad to be here tonight.
Sherri, HS ELA in and out as I am attending band concert for oldest.
Carmen, Woodford County, K-2 ESL teacher
Jami, Hardin County, instructional specialist, mr. dennison
Q1: How do you provide actionable feedback to students?
Q1: How do you provide actionable feedback to students?
I think every student I ever had felt the same way:)
Daddy Day Care w/ a 2 & 6 year old, may be in and out. Reading Pout Pout Fish and tweeting! Love it!
Jess, former MS teacher. Now wks nationally in health Ed & Lives in Morehead.
Thanks for joining us, Jess! How's life in the 'Head?
A1- constant live scoring, time to revise, continue process until mastery.
A1. Standards-Based Grading changed my teaching. Now kids re-do their work based on my immediate feedback https://t.co/lmdTwViiyw
A1: I provide them with opportunities to talk 1:1. Find myself writing on desks in expo marker.
Welcome to Rhonda! Hope you enjoy yourself tonight!
A1: Currently using comment feature on Google docs to give specific feedback re: learning targets from argumentative writing unit
A1: Rubrics I incorporate - SEL/PBL. Walk around, assess from app and have immediate F2F with Ss. Instant Convos.
A1 providing strong criteria & clear expectations for assessments (formal & informal) & providing feedback related to criteria!
I just finished practicing for girls' spelling tests tomorrow!
A1. two min. conference to begin every day. two min. conference to end every day. stop probs b4 they start.
A1: Google classroom, exit slips
How do they respond to that type of feedback?
Rubrics, data/item analysis, Google classroom, one on one and small group probing of students to discover their own misconceptions
Does your entire school use standards-based grading? Or just within your classroom?
What types of criteria do you value?
A1: ensure that feedback is framed in growth, also teach learning as a process rather than product
Great way to begin and end the school day by https://t.co/OFbAJgsiST
A1. two min. conference to begin every day. two min. conference to end every day. stop probs b4 they start.
No, but I wish they did. We are working on getting to that point, lots to tackle at the moment
Love expos! A parent called me bc her child kept trying to write on the kitchen table. Oops!
A1: conferencing, formative assessment, math talks
They love it. Ss can revise immediately, and I can also have them respond to my questions with reflection too.
I bet she gets her Expo love from :)
Using Google Forms to Teach Kids to Give Quality Feedback - Work in Progress - Education Week Teacher https://t.co/tLyhXfXoag
A1: during class hand signals, exit slips daily
Are you able to do this for each kid every day? That sounds awesome.
Welcome, my friend! Let's talk soon! What does your Sunday look like in the PM?
A1 Led a twitter chat in Spanish w/ my students during class. Q/s from objectives. Side chats and feedback for all. Powerful.
I think we take for granted sometimes how many ways we can provide immediate feedback
What a fabulous idea, Kip! Love this! https://t.co/oVo9pDSnGf
A1 Led a twitter chat in Spanish w/ my students during class. Q/s from objectives. Side chats and feedback for all. Powerful.
That sounds fabulous...makes the learning public for all to see.
Are you able to return exit slips and give them feedback the next day?
love doing Twitter chats with kids
A1: benefits of working 1:1 with each of my students, constant feedback via conversation, iPad apps, websites, notes etc
Use healthy behavior outcomes in so skill based instruction in leads 2
How can we turn those crickets into the buzz of learning, Angie?
Empowering kids to know their voices are as powerful if not more than ours. Need to teach them to trust themselves & each other
Super intentional, saw consistent errors that I probably would have missed until after exam. Corrected immediately.
A2: Padlets for holidays. Thanksgiving what are you thankful for & what would you change about this class?
Q2: I've tried the "emoji answer" system. Ss have choices of emojis to use, and they have to give feedback on their choice.
A2 S interviews during lesson studies= strongest S voice system I ever used.
A2-use my colored coded exit slip bags G- I learned this today bcY- my learning was interrupted bc R- my leaning stopped bc
A2: For Valentine's Day: What do you love? What would you love to change? About this class.
Floyd County in the house!!! How's life in your neck of the woods? https://t.co/6EMn46Vbhv
Cassandra Akers, Floyd Co, HS principal, Mrs. Harmon
Working on it, for sure! Invited Ss to create how-to videos for Ts- invoking ALL content areas in bldg. https://t.co/IcPBDxQ297
How can we turn those crickets into the buzz of learning, Angie?
A1: by making feedback individualized and specific for Ss. Must also give time for Ss to ask questions and process.
LOVE THIS!! Meet the students where they are
are the students pretty honest in their feedback?
So powerful. I would love to find a similar tool for primary Ss.
I'm obsessed w rubrics! Usually 4 pt scale w themes across top & clear criteria in boxes.
hectic as always! Wouldn't have it any other way!
I would love to know what this looks like!
A2 end of unit reflection not just on learning mastery, but texts, assignments, activities, etc. what do we want more of? less of?
Great point, Faith! Must give time for them to process and pose questions of their own!
Hope we can form a rockin' Focus Group next week!
JCox sneaking a tweet from board mtg 😉
Just curious, how do these other student feedback systems impact the learning culture?
This sounds like student-led conferences!
A2: Use Google Forms to get Ss voice on initiatives and activities in the school. As a P focus groups give me insight.
Ha ha ha!!! ¡La alfombra roja...Me gusta!
yup. We have to give them opportunity to practice
I'm telling ..... You ladies talking about returning to her homeland? https://t.co/bCWaxIGn4N
JCox sneaking a tweet from board mtg 😉
When students feel empowered, they take control of their learning. And management gets easier. https://t.co/1p0yOtPiMW
Just curious, how do these other student feedback systems impact the learning culture?
A2. EBD students self-evaluate on data sheets during one on one conf. @ end of the day.
in 2 weeks we are trying a student led conference with 6th and 7th graders.
A2: my 6th gr Ss chose their own standards for their projects. They got 3 I got to choose 1
A3: I also keep a running journal with reflections on my Ss so I can tailor my lessons to their needs
classroom does an amazing job at making feedback easily accessible for Ss
I used to do them with 5th. CASL has some great resources!
Wonder what is out there...definitely worth checking. Maybe or would know of something.
I see Ss working harder/more engaged in classrooms where Ss voice is used regularly. https://t.co/zxRVudieKH
Just curious, how do these other student feedback systems impact the learning culture?
A3. ERQs with lots of revisions and rubrics with lots of self-, peer- and teacher-assessment https://t.co/zfPD6WmXHn
I have also tried to implement standards based grading as much as possible. This feedback is specific and useful for reflection.
A3 2: analysis how they r influenced. NHES 4: role playing scripts 2 demo effec. comm. skills NHES 8: advocacy posters,PSAs
Once you've built trust with students, constructive feedback and high expectations become the norm & not so harsh
Thanks to generous folks like Todd who invest time/effort in Kentucky's educational landscape! https://t.co/YjmD1PXnek
Wanted to drop in & say thank you to all the teachers doing great work in classrooms! I appreciate your efforts!
Thanks for the discussion. Have to head out early!
And for learning! SBG changed my life.
Thanks for all the wonderful work you do in the state, Todd!
Thanks for joining us, Kim!
student voice= buy-in and increased engagement.No diff than teacher voice. its respect thing https://t.co/yHwRlejvZZ
Just curious, how do these other student feedback systems impact the learning culture?
... Tools to use with SBG.
Way to throw the NHES standards in there, Jess!
A3: Taking anecdotal notes of Ss conversation during class, gathering misconceptions heard & addressing them before class ends.
A3: a. post it notes, writing samples, even use discussion threads in Google Classroom; b. can see ind. need vs. instr. hang-up
A3 Use to capture short conversations in Spanish. Last unit, heard pronunciation issues, tweaked plan next day.
2: Lit circle discussions on allow students to correct, assess, & appreciate books with peers. https://t.co/zDXmfTQLO0
I believe that post it notes are one of the greatest inventions of all time.
A4: we must remember few back doesn't always have to be verbal... Actions do a long way.
is a great way to catch people's eye. My kids love them! (Adults do as well!)
Exactly - so important to remember the student perspective. Great point.
A3. EBD students complete journal entry when "issues" occur. discuss what they did, why, how to do it diff next time.
My eval. with is always so empowering and encourages me to continue growing.
is a great place to be right now. Come join the fun!
requires for all.. And when done correctly... Can be powerful.
I've heard great things about .
I've heard great things about .
A4: we must remember feedback doesn't always have to be verbal... Actions do go a long way.
A4: various methods, a report on my walk through data, emailed feedback, informal conversations in hall, and a mini observation
A4. principal taught me this year about patience and process. Rome wasn't built in a day... https://t.co/UqeReuZdWN
what specific feedback changed your practice?
Sometimes the informal conversations in the hall can be the most beneficial. https://t.co/Btapaa3XN7
A4: various methods, a report on my walk through data, emailed feedback, informal conversations in hall, and a mini observation
Sorry to be late to the party just wrapped up a focus group. Behavior Coach, Lexington.
A4: Recently modeled how to use algebra tiles for math PLC to help coach them on strategies. https://t.co/qAxNWH9qQ0
A4: & I have walking coaching sessions re: behavior mgmt. & Ss engagement. She helps me see forest for trees.
That is a tough lesson to learn...still struggle with that. Can I come get some actionable feedback too?
A4: My principal said that he & I did a GREAT job launching our new Facebook page. You should like us here https://t.co/YtaBsxlQiK
not heard of it. I'll have to check it out.
A4: remember there are camps of feedback- to evaluate, to question, to appreciate. All together =rounded view.
My principal doesn't just base her feedback on test scores... What is seen on a daily basis counts too.
A4: A drawback of my job is moving from school to school throughout the day. On my own, teaching & supporting Ts but not any to me
Love this "rounded view" idea! https://t.co/tQyObdju7b
A4: remember there are camps of feedback- to evaluate, to question, to appreciate. All together =rounded view.
A1: We create mini-goals to accomplish a bigger goal.
I love that. Let them think, but still making sure misconceptions don't leave the classroom is huge!
I believe verbal feedback may be the least effective. I prefer creative means.
Did you have to cross the River Lea to get to tonight?
A4: Feedback should always be a 2-way conversation between the evaluator & teacher with the framework & evidence between
A2: This one's new! I'm open to ideas.
How does your principal give feedback on what's seen daily?
The most useful feedback for Ts and Ss should be timely...
Agreed. Timely feedback is imperative.
A coach corrects before practice is over. Coaches don't allow players to leave on a miss.
A3: In Kindergarten, a lot of my "stuff" includes work samples and their drawings for me. It's amazing the progress they've made!
Faith - I love this analogy!!! https://t.co/tnNqsEgSxL
A coach corrects before practice is over. Coaches don't allow players to leave on a miss.
A4. pos feedback plus one "try this next time"and let me know how it goes when you do. Shares ideas. Good stuff.
- I'm intrigued - What kind of creative means? https://t.co/Pfb3iv5LGq
I believe verbal feedback may be the least effective. I prefer creative means.
Admin that are are the most effective! opinion
A3: I look at good student work & try 2 figure out what I could have done 2 get the others there. https://t.co/SwFSYruG45
I know that world! It will be hard to let them go in May.
A4: Yes! Just had a post-ob conference with my principal this week. It was very positive and just what I needed.
A5: Actionable & specific since we discuss specific Ss & classroom scenarios; helpful b/c I know I have partner in
A5: Yes! And it made me feel confident! It was nice to know she sees that I'm growing.
A5: like w Ss, feedback must be all 3! We always get immediate feedback w 3 positives & 1 strategy to try https://t.co/zAIj5SupIf
A training I had with PEAK Learning Systems helped me understand this and shaped me as a principal.
Creating a culture where feedback is sought after rather than feared is important, great feedback can come from peer teachers
Not familiar with PEAK. What is it?
This. The goal of all school cultures should be this. https://t.co/crC4LJfTVZ
Creating a culture where feedback is sought after rather than feared is important, great feedback can come from peer teachers
tell us more:) That is a bold claim.
Might as well have! I was driving during that Starfall time aka dusk into evening.
A4: Are any principals utilizing small GoPro cameras to provide video feedback?
Absolutely! I highly value my co-teachers' feedback.
A3 Student surveys three times a year.
You nailed it! The culture HAS to be there! Why are we here? To learn and grow so our students learn and grow!
Q6: Indeed it was. We completed our paper along with the evaluation itself. I liked it that way. Easier to follow.
A5: Scrapbooking conventions taught me the importance of make & takes. That's how I deliver/model my feedback. Actionable is key!
Upside- you get to watch them grow. My first K crew are now in 10th grade. Boggles my mind.
We are encouraged to reflect and score ourselves before post observation conferences...
Only Brad would bring the Beastie Boys into
Very true! I'm sure it feels like you just blinked and it happened!
Not true. Gerry would do that.
You empower me! Cannot wait to visit https://t.co/7xhW3J2ziH
You nailed it! The culture HAS to be there! Why are we here? To learn and grow so our students learn and grow!
At the core of feedback should be growth.
When I coached dance, I always made Ss feel successful before they left. Ss were motivated to come back.
Authentic rel. allow for trust. Trusting rel. make accountability, high expectations and inspiration eff https://t.co/c0NwHSa3bc
Just curious, how do these other student feedback systems impact the learning culture?
A6:Evidence leads to rich conversations w/stu learning @ core! Framework as guide/T voice included in rating- completed conf
A2 Student surveys three times a year. If education isn't conversational and relational then we are missing the point.
A6 the written report seems almost unnecessary. do we need wrd4wrd reminder of what was said or more constructive crit instead
🙌🏽 empowerment goes a long way,esp 4 Ss who have obstacles in life's journey,let's build our Ss!Not tear down
Ss confidence equals motivation equals success Love it https://t.co/oxs0dMexpg
When I coached dance, I always made Ss feel successful before they left. Ss were motivated to come back.
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