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eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Let's do introductions first. What's your name, where do you work, and what's your favorite way to waste time? #EdChatME

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Welcome to #EdChatME! Tonight, let's talk about involving our students in taking control of their own learning!

participatechat Apr 3 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #edchatME by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/ghraQFuxbx

MsMeservey Apr 3 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Jessica - Lincoln, ME - pacing back and forth and scrolling through insta! #edchatme

jonpratt - Moderator Apr 3 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Hey there #EdChatME ... Jon Pratt here, Asst Head for Academics @foxcroftacademy.

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eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:32 PM EDT

I'm Erin, I'm a 9th and 12th gr Eng. T at Oxford Hills HS. My favorite time waster is reading and drinking tea for hours on end! #EdChatME

MisterCMaine - Moderator Apr 3 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Yo #EdChatME! Happy Monday! Billy, LED @Design39Campus from the great state of Maine. ❤️ watching HBO, Showtime, Netflix to waste my time!

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eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Hi Jessica! I'm with you when it comes to Instagram!! One of my favorite apps! #EdChatME

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elawson1977 Apr 3 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Eric Dir. of Tech & Libraries in York, ME. Love chasing that little white pill around 18 holes pretending to still have game! #edchatme

EmilyGBonis Apr 3 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Emily Bonis, Hebron Academy - on dorm duty tonight, so I might get pulled away. #edchatme

MsMeservey Apr 3 @ 8:32 PM EDT

I find it very motivating both with my lifestyle goals and decorating my classroom. #edchatme

In reply to @eringobragh29

andrewtwallace Apr 3 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Hi #edchatme I am Andy, Tech Director for South Portland Schools. Excited to talk about #stuchoice and student driven learning

jonpratt - Moderator Apr 3 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Favorite way to waste time? Reddit, for sure. #EdChatME

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Pinterest is great for that as well! #EdChatME

In reply to @MsMeservey

MisterCMaine - Moderator Apr 3 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Manning the grill and chatting.... who wants a burger?! #edchatme

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Oh my gosh, Reddit! Talk about a rabbit hole! #EdChatME

In reply to @jonpratt

andrewtwallace Apr 3 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Oh and my time waster is any sort of scrabble/word game I can sneak in between an email or task! #edchatme

MsMeservey Apr 3 @ 8:34 PM EDT

YES! I find lots of ideas there, the Insta classrooms rival Pinterest ones I think though. #edchatme

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eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:34 PM EDT

I love those! I was really stuck on Words with Friends for a while there! #edchatme

In reply to @andrewtwallace

jonpratt - Moderator Apr 3 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Nice to have you back in #EdChatME live and in-person from the West Coast! Totally agree re: TV. About to sub to Starz for American Gods.

In reply to @MisterCMaine, @Design39Campus

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Really? I'll have to check that out! #edchatme

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MsMeservey Apr 3 @ 8:35 PM EDT

check out the # teachersfollowteachers and teachersofinstagrm #edchatme

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T_HEB Apr 3 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Happy Monday #edchatme. 4th & 5th grade T. Ultimate takes up a lot of my free time but would not call it a waste.

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Thanks for the tip! #edchatme

In reply to @MsMeservey

jonpratt - Moderator Apr 3 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Have either of you played Word Cookies yet? We are pretty hooked here at home, the boys love it too. #EdChatME

In reply to @eringobragh29, @andrewtwallace

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Q1: What does “voice and choice” mean to you? Is there a difference between the two? #EdChatME

jbailey8 Apr 3 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Jeff Bailey, Tech Teacher at Mountain Valley High in Rumford. Wasting time on Pokemon Go/Duel. #edchatME

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Nope! Haven't checked that out yet. Definitely will, though! #edchatme

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MsMeservey Apr 3 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1: I think voice is more students intensive and choice is giving students options, but still guiding them. #edchatme

MisterCMaine - Moderator Apr 3 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Would love to join more but time zones make it hard! Blah! #EdChatME

In reply to @jonpratt, @Design39Campus

T_HEB Apr 3 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1 I see a difference. Choice, choosing one's path in learning from menu. Voice, creating the menu sharing opinions, experiences. #edchatme

andrewtwallace Apr 3 @ 8:37 PM EDT

and if #edchatme ever comes up short with a topic, "favorite time wasters" among this crowd could be an educairtonal & fun hour!

danigauthier7 Apr 3 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Hi #edchatME peeps. I'm Danielle and I teach fifth grade in Litchfield! My favorite time waster is Pinterest. But I get so many ideas!

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:37 PM EDT

For sure! Definitely a couple different ways to focus. #edchatme

In reply to @MsMeservey

EmilyGBonis Apr 3 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1: to me, "voice" means that student perspectives, input, and opinions are heard, valued, and encouraged #edchatme

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:38 PM EDT

So important if you want them to take ownership! #edchatme

In reply to @EmilyGBonis

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A1: Voice means Ss having a say in their education. Choice means having multiple options for formative and summative assessments. #EdChatME

elawson1977 Apr 3 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A: Biggest difference for me is choice is about the process of learning. Voice is more about how the learning is presented. #edchatme

jonpratt - Moderator Apr 3 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A1: I think they're similar but different. Voice = Ss help define the parameters. Choice = degrees of freedom Ss have within them. #EdChatME

jbailey8 Apr 3 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A1: Student voice is about making them more active learners. Two way convos. Choice = How to show what Ss learned #edchatME

MisterCMaine - Moderator Apr 3 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1: Learning is all about self-discovery, therefore HMW involve Ss co-creating learning that speaks/relates/makes sense to Ss? #edchatme

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:40 PM EDT

I like the way you worded this. It's setting them up as different levels of a scaffold. #edchatme

In reply to @jbailey8

MorrellTeach Apr 3 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Hi all, late to the game. I'm Mike, teach bio, and love to integrate tech #EdChatME

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:41 PM EDT

That's a great graphic! #edchatme

In reply to @elawson1977

andrewtwallace Apr 3 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1: Student Voice means you are willing to listen to what they, Student Choice means you are willing to do something about it #edchatme

MorrellTeach Apr 3 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Waste time? Binge Archer on Netflix #edchatme #dontjudgeme

MorrellTeach Apr 3 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A1: V&C to me gives Ss to change the course of the lesson, unit, curriculum #edchatme #mindblown #gamechanger

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Love this. Definitely ties into formative assessment, too. #edchatme

In reply to @andrewtwallace

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Q2 coming right up! #edchatme

elawson1977 Apr 3 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Ha ha! I just used the graphic as well on our Choice vs. Voice chat on #edchatME

In reply to @MsBolandSci

alicebarr Apr 3 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Hi all - sorry to be late for #edchatme. Tech Integrator Yarmouth HS

NoNameRetweeter Apr 3 @ 8:46 PM EDT

elawson1977 : MsBolandSci Ha ha! I just used the graphic as well on our Choice vs. Voice chat on #edchatME (via Tw… https://t.co/VkOUK5Aif6)

elawson1977 Apr 3 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Ha ha! I just used the graphic as well on our Choice vs. Voice chat on #edchatME
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jonpratt - Moderator Apr 3 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Always enjoy the definition-type questions in #EdChatME ... fascinating to see how we all interpret. Lots of overlap but nuance, too.

lizguillemette Apr 3 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Hello #edchatme, I'm Liz and I teach English at Maranacook, mostly sophomores and seniors with some AP Lang mixed in.

elawson1977 Apr 3 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2: Unfortunately TIME=biggest barrier, but Ts would also argue strict curriculum/assessment guidelines as well. Need to make TIME #edchatme

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A2: I think the biggest limitation is nervousness surrounding change. I also think many Ts already use V&C more than they think. #EdChatME

MorrellTeach Apr 3 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A2: Not being able to let go of a curriculum that's been difficult to write, making sure to hit learning targets, time in the day #EdChatME

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:48 PM EDT

In other news, my internet appears to have turned itself into molasses flowing uphill in January. #edchatme

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:49 PM EDT

I like these, too. It helps me get perspective about my practices and how they compare to others'. #edchatme

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MorrellTeach Apr 3 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2: However to really hit Ss V&C you've got to be willing to change with the tide. #edchatme #ebbandflow #dontbeastickinthemud

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Curriculum is the roughest one, I think. Depending on the district, it can be very strict! #edchatme

In reply to @elawson1977

MorrellTeach Apr 3 @ 8:49 PM EDT

#timestheyareachanging #EdChatME

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danigauthier7 Apr 3 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2 There will always be Ss who push the boundary of what's reasonable in the name of choice. Bottom line? Show proficiency on LT. #edchatME

MorrellTeach Apr 3 @ 8:50 PM EDT

But shouldn't Ss V&C help shape a curriculum that might not be #uptosnuff #EdChatME

In reply to @eringobragh29, @elawson1977

EmilyGBonis Apr 3 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A2: letting go of old teaching habits is a challenge and obstacle for some #edchatme

lizguillemette Apr 3 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A2:At first - strict curriculum, but we adapted units for standards over novels. Now it's time to keep current and discuss options #EdChatME

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:50 PM EDT

All of the above, for real! Time in the day might be the one I have the hardest time with! #edchatme

In reply to @MorrellTeach

andrewtwallace Apr 3 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A2: Often hear "bell schedule" a barrier - then I visit places like @dTechHS or meet people like @edUcation_frwd who know success #edchatme

In reply to @dTechHS, @edUcation_frwd

jbailey8 Apr 3 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A2: Time is a limitation but lack of flexible structures is the biggest barrier. Age alike groupings. 4 year HS, School year/day #edchatME

jonpratt - Moderator Apr 3 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A2: One big challenge is the work it takes Ts to eval & ensure that a pathway/assessment meets targeted content & cognitive reqs. #EdChatME

MorrellTeach Apr 3 @ 8:51 PM EDT

I spend time on Fridays to answer any science question Ss have. It's not a lot of voice, but it works in a pinch. #edchatme

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Go to https://t.co/kBnxP0PmQT, hit the little + to add a column, choose a search column, and type in #edchatme. :)

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eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:53 PM EDT

It's good that you can have those discussions! Keeps choices open, and lets the kids feel more involved. #edchatme

In reply to @lizguillemette

lizguillemette Apr 3 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A2: I have to do a lot of front loading with students to change the perception that voice and choice should still be rigorous #EdChatME

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Q3: As many districts move forward with proficiency-based education, how might we incorporate voice and choice? #EdChatME

edUcation_frwd Apr 3 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A1). Bringing in voice & choice increases #agency in a #PersonalizedLearning system where T's SHOULDN'T be working harder than S's #edchatme

jonpratt - Moderator Apr 3 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A2 Also I suspect offering learning experiences in subject-area, course-level silos limits (stifles?) voice & choice for Ts & Ss. #EdChatME

jbailey8 Apr 3 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A3: If Ts help Ss understand learning targets, we have Ss make choices about how 2 show Proficiency. That should be our system #edchatME

lizguillemette Apr 3 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A3: We have learned a lot as we develop our curriculum - mostly that voice and choice have to be worked in to accommodate everyone #EdChatME

elawson1977 Apr 3 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A3: PBL should be transparent. Therefore Ss should assist in building rubrics w/ menu choices for pathways & presentation options. #edchatme

MorrellTeach Apr 3 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A3: Ss V&C in how they are demonstrating proficiency on a given LT based on a bank of CA's that are constructed with them. #EdChatME

jbailey8 Apr 3 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A3: HS built around achieving Prof. Standards not sitting for credit hours. #snowdays #howsthatworkinforyou #edchatME

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Your PBE curriculum is SUPER developed, too! It's good to know V&C are still in there that far along in the process! #edchatme

In reply to @lizguillemette

MisterCMaine - Moderator Apr 3 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3: Ss partner w/ Ts in co-creation of dispositions, skills, & knowledge they'll learn & how they plan to show it. #EdChatME

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Q3: As many districts move forward with proficiency-based education, how might we incorporate voice and choice? #EdChatME

alicebarr Apr 3 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3: Students can choose how they demonstrate mastery and help design the rubrics and assessments #EdChatME

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Have you built rubrics with students? I'm interested in how well that works. #edchatme

In reply to @elawson1977

danigauthier7 Apr 3 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3: It's simple, but the best thing I ever did was have Ss self-select books in reading class (5th gr). The most important choice! #edchatME

MorrellTeach Apr 3 @ 8:58 PM EDT

PBE and Ss V&C? I mean, why wouldn't it work? #EdChatME #DropTheMic

lizguillemette Apr 3 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3: @eringobragh29 as you know, we had some excellent people getting it started! #EdChatME

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edUcation_frwd Apr 3 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A3-Part2). Transitioning over from teaching WHAT to think and opening up conversations about HOW to REFLECT and build context #EdChatME

lizguillemette Apr 3 @ 9:00 PM EDT

A3: The hardest shift may be for students who aren't accustomed to V&C for so long and helping them set goals and generate ideas #EdChatME

andrewtwallace Apr 3 @ 9:00 PM EDT

A3 Moving to proficiency means personalization becomes more critical, Ts can rely on #stuchoice as means to identify more pathways #edchatme

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:00 PM EDT

LOL! And some of those excellent people are cribbing from your success at their new schools! #edchatme

In reply to @lizguillemette

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:01 PM EDT

OHCHS has made a real push toward student selected reading this year. It's so cool to watch them burning through books! #edchatme

In reply to @danigauthier7

alicebarr Apr 3 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Agree - so much learned behavior of not having to make any choices. It’s can be a risk for learners to use their voices. #EdChatME

In reply to @lizguillemette

jonpratt - Moderator Apr 3 @ 9:01 PM EDT

A3 Offer/expand independent study opps. Ss will come up with some great ideas, & many Ts are more than happy to facilitate. #EdChatME

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Risk-taking can be so difficult to encourage, too! But it's definitely worth it! #edchatme

In reply to @alicebarr, @lizguillemette

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Q4: How might we involve our students’ guardians and communities in developing individualized learning? #EdChatME

danigauthier7 Apr 3 @ 9:03 PM EDT

#edchatME... Am I the only elem educator in the house? I feel like everything looks different in Little Kid Land! #fifthgrade

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Students come up with some of the best ideas, too! Definitely an untapped resource in some schools! #edchatme

In reply to @andrewtwallace

jbailey8 Apr 3 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A4: We need to engage community in a deep convo about learning, not about education or school-LEARNING. It is innate and universal #edchatME

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Reminds me of your senior portfolio class, and how some Ss thrive in that setup while others find it more challenging. #edchatme

In reply to @lizguillemette

jonpratt - Moderator Apr 3 @ 9:04 PM EDT

And this is challenging work, too. Metacognitive skills aren't magic... we can / should / need to teach them! #EdChatME

In reply to @edUcation_frwd

edUcation_frwd Apr 3 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A1-A4) Shared this weeeknd at #BPLC17 https://t.co/nTLISAvupZ #EdChatME

alicebarr Apr 3 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4: Invite community to everything so they see what students are doing #edchatme

elawson1977 Apr 3 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4: As 3rd gr. T this was something I would survey before yr started, & have continuous chats w/ all stakeholders throughout yr. #edchatme

andrewtwallace Apr 3 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Great to see you jump in to #edchatme @edUcation_frwd ! fwiw we use #pbl here usually to mean proficiency/mastery/competency

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eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:05 PM EDT

As we move through the chat, let's make sure we're all using #edchatme on all our tweets to share the awesomeness!

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A4: Asking for job shadow placements helps kids see options for dif. futures. Community is a great (sometimes untapped) resource! #EdChatME

jbailey8 Apr 3 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@danigauthier7 I think elem Ts have approaches that other Ts could really learn from. Learning centers, group/regroup etc. #edchatME

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alicebarr Apr 3 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A4: then when we send students out for independent projects the community is ready! #EdChatME

andrewtwallace Apr 3 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A4: It's important to proactively explain this approach to families & not assume they all understand it, or think it's a good idea #edchatme

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Wow! That's pretty impressive! #edchatme

In reply to @edUcation_frwd

lizguillemette Apr 3 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A4 Students need to see models of adult learners who are making choices to learn and pursue projects. Look for community models #EdChatME

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Other than parent teacher conferences or open houses, what are some other great opportunities? #edchatme

In reply to @alicebarr

jonpratt - Moderator Apr 3 @ 9:08 PM EDT

100% agree with @jbailey8 - wish we had more elementary Ts voices here. Shared perspective and methods will help us all help Ss. #EdChatME

In reply to @danigauthier7, @jbailey8

jbailey8 Apr 3 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A4: Schools need to get on board with Social Media 2 show learning schoolsMessage=your kids are different, and now so are we. #edchatME

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:09 PM EDT

It's great to have that perspective, and remember where our Ss come from! #edchatme

In reply to @jonpratt, @danigauthier7, @jbailey8

lizguillemette Apr 3 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A4: Community members share favorite books and students select from the choices and communicate with their partner. #realaudience #EdChatME

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:10 PM EDT

This. All the way. #edchatme

jbailey8 Apr 3 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A4: Schools need to get on board with Social Media 2 show learning schoolsMessage=your kids are different, and now so are we. #edchatME

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:11 PM EDT

That sounds like a fun project! Tie-in to blogs as "pen pal" letters? #edchatme

In reply to @lizguillemette

jonpratt - Moderator Apr 3 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Additionally, schools might leverage social media to bring the good work of Ts & Ss to the (digital) community. #EdChatME

In reply to @eringobragh29, @alicebarr

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:11 PM EDT

What does everyone think? i'd say there's a definite connection!! #edchatme

danigauthier7 Apr 3 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Do you think living in rural communities poses a challenge for developing community connections like this?
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eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Q5: Can there be too much freedom? How might we ensure Ss have meaningful edu. experiences & still have a voice in their learning? #EdChatME

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Absolutely!! Take ideas from literally anywhere you can!!! #edchatme

andrewtwallace Apr 3 @ 9:08 PM EDT

and since Ts can spot good rigor and provide supports, then why not take all the ideas and help they can from the students!?
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lizguillemette Apr 3 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@jonpratt I think this is a huge part. We need to promote the work to keep it going! #EdChatME

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jbailey8 Apr 3 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A5: Too much choice can overwhelm, but as long as we are looking at the taxonomy of the Standard, we can stay rigorous. #edchatME

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:14 PM EDT

There's so much potential when you open all lines of communication! #edchatme

In reply to @jonpratt, @alicebarr

lizguillemette Apr 3 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A5: We need to help students create balance and remind them to "work their weakness" #EdChatME

elawson1977 Apr 3 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A5: This is where the learning targets/rubrics allow for flexibility, but hold Ss & Ts accountable for the learning. #edchatme

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A5: My gr9 Ss need structure. I provide a framework, & give them opp. for choice within it. They do goof around here and there! #EdChatME

danigauthier7 Apr 3 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#Iforgotthehashtag #edchatME

In reply to @eringobragh29

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:15 PM EDT

I love this phrase!! Definitely borrowing this! #edchatme

In reply to @lizguillemette

jonpratt - Moderator Apr 3 @ 9:16 PM EDT

No doubt...along w laws, tolerance for risk, and time investment needed for good mentoring. But...worth a shot! #EdChatME

In reply to @danigauthier7, @eringobragh29

andrewtwallace Apr 3 @ 9:16 PM EDT

yes @danigauthier7 I see a challenge, but connecting to broader audience via tech (experts, alum/family who have moved) can help #edchatme

In reply to @eringobragh29, @danigauthier7

edUcation_frwd Apr 3 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A5). Expectations & timelines help build student #agency Critical to teach: readiness-level & willingness-level are not the same #EdChatME

alicebarr Apr 3 @ 9:16 PM EDT

community book discussion, large project. Elebration, poetry readings #edchatme

In reply to @eringobragh29

danigauthier7 Apr 3 @ 9:17 PM EDT

We could make things work, it would just take creativity. Even bussing is tough w/budget struggles. Parent volunteers to drive? #edchatME

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andrewtwallace Apr 3 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A5: trust the Ts to excercise judgment over rigor and if student choices are hitting targets. Maybe even a peer check for rigor #edchatme

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Rubrics are my favorite, because I purposely write them with some wiggle room. They're open to interpretation. #edchatme

In reply to @elawson1977

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:19 PM EDT

This is so key, too. Trust and professionalism work in ALL directions!! #edchatme

In reply to @andrewtwallace

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:20 PM EDT

So how might we help those ready kids to be more willing? How does V&C factor in? #edchatme

In reply to @edUcation_frwd

jbailey8 Apr 3 @ 9:21 PM EDT

@eringobragh29 When Ss see the "why" of what they learn and can connect it to them, the willingness is unstoppable. #edchatME

In reply to @eringobragh29, @edUcation_frwd, @eringobragh29

jonpratt - Moderator Apr 3 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A5 Systems that rely on multi-year progression of courses with diff Ts seem most vuln to V&C leading to personalizing outcomes. #EdChatME

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Q6: #NextSteps How might you plan to include voice and choice in your upcoming lessons? In your next unit? Or even next year? #EdChatME

andrewtwallace Apr 3 @ 9:23 PM EDT

is this due to distributed ownership JP? #edchatme

In reply to @jonpratt

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Love pulling in those Bloom's verbs! Ss seem less resistant when they can see where they're going! #edchatme

In reply to @jbailey8

jbailey8 Apr 3 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A6: Try to start my AP Comp. Science project with a brainstorm of student interests to pull project ideas from #NextSteps #edchatME

jonpratt - Moderator Apr 3 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Combo of that & the way nuanced personal defs can cause implementation variations. Strong calibration practices can offset this. #EdChatME

In reply to @andrewtwallace

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:25 PM EDT

That sounds like fun!! Any chance of pulling some #designthinking into that? #edchatme

In reply to @jbailey8

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A6: Trying to provide more chances for Design Thinking in my classes. Creativity is V&C to it's core, for sure! #EdChatME #NextSteps

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:27 PM EDT

I always want to grumble and groan when the word "calibrate" comes up, but it's so worth the energy in the long run! #edchatme

In reply to @jonpratt, @andrewtwallace

elawson1977 Apr 3 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A6: Like to model Ts PD time w/ some structure in morning, #edcamp for choices in afternoon, & Ts voice for reporting out at end #edchatme

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Thanks so much for joining #EdChatME tonight! You'll find an archive of tonight's chat soon on our website: https://t.co/gOZ11GyLgG

jonpratt - Moderator Apr 3 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A6 Not an answer, per se, but am leaving #EdChatME tonight thinking re: V&C & HMW apply to standard completion opportunities... #EdChatME

danigauthier7 Apr 3 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A5 This is where HoW come in. W/freedom, it can be hard to be self-directed. Ss need explicit coaching on overcoming distractions. #EdChatME

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:29 PM EDT

That sounds awesome!! I love the #edcamp style!! #edchatme

In reply to @elawson1977

eringobragh29 Apr 3 @ 9:29 PM EDT

#edchatme

edUcation_frwd Apr 3 @ 9:27 PM EDT

#PassionProjects & varied #Capstones to choose from #StudentProposal for the ultimate #RELEVANCE Build a systemic feedback system- Ready Go!
In reply to @jbailey8, @eringobragh29