Evening @jbormann3 and @MegFrideres - I keep referring back to all I learned when reading #ProDriven - it is fabulous. Meredith joining from SW Florida
It was so bad we have basically outlawed cell phones. Now they act like they used to, trying to hide it. In 3 weeks I’ve seen slightly better attention but they are finding games on their chrome books. Unless an activity requires it, they are closed. #ProDriven
Outlawed, huh? That sounds like it was hitting an extreme. The whole country of France has banned them from schools even. Welcome back to the chat, Dan. #ProDriven
That was one of the reasons we went that way. I should say there is teacher discretion. I just had my anatomy students take pictures of slides through a microscope. #ProDriven
A1: I will say I have even seen this with adult learners. In PD’s we often say, “Be professional” or “Be present.” But we see the social medias, box scores, and emails open. I just say, “Evidently what I am providing is not cognitively engaging them. That’s on me. #ProDriven
A1. Not just the students, I know the difference and I still find myself tuning out. I do not want to teach a boring lesson, they definitely don't want to sit through one. #ProDriven
A1: Our Ss are used to a faster pace. "Can't teach wifi Ss by using dial-up." We have to stay innovative & work to keep things as varied, engaging, & exciting for our Ss. Make each lesson an experience. #prodriven
A1b. I get the engaging factor in all of this but at some point the Ss do need to understand not everything they encounter in life will be engaging and entertaining. They do need to learn to be productive with activities they don’t find fun. I’m thinking staff meetings #ProDriven
A2: I'm finding that lots of the behaviors we're seeing are anxiety based. It's important to understand the function of the behavior but also to understand the circumstances behind it and know there's always more to everyone's story. #prodriven
When creating the rough draft of the chat questions for Sunday evening's #BookCampPD I used aspects from the book. Ideas I learned when reading it toss around in my head all of the time. It certainly left an impression. #ProDriven
They are open about it but I think many mistake anxiety with the results of procrastination. When Ss tell me about it, most have anxiety because they put things off until the last minute. Others are genuine about their anxiety because they can’t hide it. #ProDriven
In my parental learning journey I’m learning that self-regulation is a the key executive function that is necessary for independence. Working with my 6-year-old. Have you heard of the marshmallow test? #ProDriven
A2: There is a lot of anxiety. Students need some direct instruction on how to turn things off. I think we are transitioning from needing to teach students HOW to use teach... to HOW TO TAKE A BREAK from tech. #prodriven
We as adults struggle with focus. Mindfulness has helped me be more fully present to my students during class and my colleagues during meetings. #ProDriven
A2: This is a topic similar to one I was talking with @MHSIrvine about this afternoon. It's about teaching students mind-frames and strategies to cope with and/or combat those anxieties. #prodriven
A2: There is a lot of anxiety. Students need some direct instruction on how to turn things off. I think we are transitioning from needing to teach students HOW to use teach... to HOW TO TAKE A BREAK from tech. #prodriven
I do my best to practice this when listening to educators through coaching. “The greatest compliment you can give anyone is to let them know that you listened.” #ProDriven
We as adults struggle with focus. Mindfulness has helped me be more fully present to my students during class and my colleagues during meetings. #ProDriven
It allows you to forget the minor bad things (even major bad things) a student might do so they get a fresh start on learning and interaction with you. #ProDriven
We as adults struggle with focus. Mindfulness has helped me be more fully present to my students during class and my colleagues during meetings. #ProDriven
Twitter as a PLN is amazing!!! How often do teachers get to make real connections with real international leaders in education? Our classrooms, schools, and teacher lounges MUST be bigger than four walls! #team512#SMSDrightnow#prodriven
I like to think of it as giving ourself grace. It is normal for our minds to race but we don't need to judge ourselves. We just need to try to stay present to the moment. #ProDriven
A2: My "Littles"are exposed to so much more than they were when I first started teaching 34 years ago. Just today, I had a little girl talking about Penny Wise form "It." and a little boy telling me about playing "Call of Duty." What?!?!? #ProDriven
Since getting this planner to more effectively plan and prioritize tasks, I have kept my mind from racing at night with “all the things I have to do” which is translating to better sleep. And I would like to think a more present mind :) https://t.co/o0oTU3zpcD#ProDriven
A3: Because of everything kids are exposed to, we do a great deal of mindfulness, self-regulation activities, and I use Zones of Regulation and have a Calm Spot in my classroom #ProDriven
Enjoying the #ProDriven chat so far. You…yes, YOU could lead a future. We even have resources to help :) So what are you waiting for? Get in touch with me, @MegFrideres or @MrsStephenson3 if you’re interested.
A3: Because of everything kids are exposed to, we do a great deal of mindfulness, self-regulation activities, and I use Zones of Regulation and have a Calm Spot in my classroom #ProDriven
IA4: honestly can’t think of a better way to empower myself than to learn to be aware of myself and control my emotions. If I can do it for myself, I can help other learners do them same in their learning process. #ProDriven
A2. Most of my student's are very low socioeconomicly, broken homes, lack of food, etc. as long as I recognize this and approach it with mindfulness, I can help them. So yes, I can totally understand that quote. #ProDriven
A2. Most of my student's are very low socioeconomicly, broken homes, lack of food, etc. as long as I recognize this and approach it with mindfulness, I can help them. So yes, I can totally understand that quote. #ProDriven
A4: Many Ss w/ hallenging situations outside of school or who experience ACE's often lack EF & coping skills. It's important we teach these skills & give them coping strategies they can use for a lifetime. This way they're empowered to learn & achieve throughout life. #prodriven
I’m going to confess, I actually really like the Breath app on my Apple Watch. I don’t I ever took relaxing breathes before getting the watch. #ProDriven
A4: Many Ss w/ hallenging situations outside of school or who experience ACE's often lack EF & coping skills. It's important we teach these skills & give them coping strategies they can use for a lifetime. This way they're empowered to learn & achieve throughout life. #prodriven
A4. If we do not teach people how to self regulate, nothing will change. We need to teach them strategies to be the best version of themselves. #ProDriven
A5: I'm at elem. level. Our K-5 Ss are very receptive to mindfulness! Wouldn't it be wonderful to have a family mindfulness event, where we could share the strategies/resources we use w/our Ss w/their families? #ProDriven
I really think some mindfulness techniques prior to a meeting would really help. Or even a break for one. I honestly think @TeshaAnneRuley would consider that. #ProDriven
I really think some mindfulness techniques prior to a meeting would really help. Or even a break for one. I honestly think @TeshaAnneRuley would consider that. #ProDriven
What would be a good strategy before a team meeting (that could go for a couple of hours), @MegFrideres? Need to chat with you about this :) #ProDriven
What would be a good strategy before a team meeting (that could go for a couple of hours), @MegFrideres? Need to chat with you about this :) #ProDriven
A5. I would like our staff, to walk a few miles around our neighborhood. Most of our teachers do not live in the area we serve. And seeing and being seen in the community is a big deal. #ProDriven
https://t.co/Ans5J05Yck has online courses and a year internship. The training is very sound and offers a curriculum for K-5 and 6-12 upon completion. #ProDriven
I sometimes use tapping (discretely under the table lol) in these types of situations. It seems to help me stay present. Depending on the meeting, having an agenda & a timekeeper also helps. #ProDriven
@MegFrideres I know that Mindfulness was the focus for the 1st learning journey. What was the biggest hurdle for you and how did you overcome it when moving through the 4 phases of the Professionally Driven model? #ProDriven
A5. I would like our staff, to walk a few miles around our neighborhood. Most of our teachers do not live in the area we serve. And seeing and being seen in the community is a big deal. #ProDriven
A1) Ss are used 2 having everything answered, solved immediately and they need opportunities that they can't wait 2 sink their teeth into. This is not feasible everyday so I have 2 make an effort to keep them moving & involved. Teaching is > content but life skills #ProDriven
One hurdle was other educators seeing the validity in mindfulness practices. However, after leading a PD session at the beginning of the school year where I shared history and neuroscience behind mindfulness I have been invited into several rooms. Yeah! #ProDriven
@MegFrideres I know that Mindfulness was the focus for the 1st learning journey. What was the biggest hurdle for you and how did you overcome it when moving through the 4 phases of the Professionally Driven model? #ProDriven
A2) Ss are crippled with trauma and anxiety. They are exposed to mature content but are not equipped to comprehend. It's crucial that we allow them opportunities (at all ages) to be kids. #ProDriven
A2) Ss are crippled with trauma and anxiety. They are exposed to mature content but are not equipped to comprehend. It's crucial that we allow them opportunities (at all ages) to be kids. #ProDriven
A7: I feel the apps we have shared so far are probably worth looking into. I honestly haven’t research the topic to much, other than tried to practice it myself. #ProDriven
A3) I am not committed as much as I wish I was, but I love the feeling of recognizing and emotion and having the urge to suppress it. I am more vocal to my students about what I am feeling as well as how I am responding to it. #ProDriven
I also felt this was important for me when I was in the classroom. But I was careful about over sharing, especially if my emotions stemmed from news events that may not be appropriate for that age. #ProDriven
A3) I am not committed as much as I wish I was, but I love the feeling of recognizing and emotion and having the urge to suppress it. I am more vocal to my students about what I am feeling as well as how I am responding to it. #ProDriven
A7: I feel the apps we have shared so far are probably worth looking into. I honestly haven’t research the topic to much, other than tried to practice it myself. #ProDriven
I believe that my job as an educator is to care for the WHOLE child. Mindfulness empowers me to do so. Please let me know if I can help you in any way on your mindfulness journey. Thank you for joining me tonight! #ProDriven
