#leadupchat Archive
#leadupchat focuses on school leadership broadly, culture, changing paradigms, and the growth mindset. It's an Ed movement focused on Leadership, Culture, Growth and Shifts on Saturdays at 8:30am CST, founded by Jeff Veal (@heffrey) and Nathan Lang (@nalang1).
Saturday September 17, 2016
Not sure how epic will be but I have high hopes!
Thanks man!! We’ll miss you representin!
Good morning ! Todd, elem principal in CA...so pumped to be here with you all, and the awesome
Big thanks to and for inviting me to moderate
Tara from Texas. Excited to learn this morning!
Morning! Pumped for and with my PLN! Great way to start a Saturday! Bethany, lead learner from Arkansas.
Good morning . Eric from north-central Kansas checking in this morning.
Troy from CO; HS ELA teacher
It will be off the charts epic!
Good MOrning Denis, K-12 Math Admin from NJ and author of Instant Relevance, a DBC book checking in! https://t.co/3rz2ZdM3dB
Good morning, ! Excited to learn with you today. Sam from KS, HS ELA teacher.
Good morning everyone! Peter from Albany, NY.
Marci from Utah. Love collaboration and leadership so I am totally stoked about today's topic! https://t.co/85suvJoBOt
Angelo, Principal of Jesse C. Carson High in NC! Excited to hang-out with you guys this morning!
Hey man, great to see you here!
Good morning! Kristi from Texas! Excited to be here!
Valerie Inst Coach from FL joining!Excited to be here!
Jason, Philly. Inst. Coach Good morning!
Good morning, buddy! So awesome to see you as always!
Dana Sprinkle joining in from a foggy Salina, KS. Ready to learn from a powerful PLN
Hi Freya, great to see you here!
Tim, MS principal, jumping in to this morning from the Capital Region of NY. How could I miss the ?!
Tony here, a college professor, coming from rainy Indiana!
Multitasking watching new Beatles Doc but I wanted to send a wave to for guest mod. Lurk & Learn this a.m
Good morning friends! Lena Marie from MA joining today!
Tricia Dotson, teacher leader, Frankfort, Illinois. Very excited to join this chat this morning.
Keri from CT here. I'm a Lead Teacher at a K-4 school
Lisa, middle school AP, from Bartlett, TN. Thanks for hosting!
Hi Ben, great to see you here!
Good morning all! Danielle a K Tchr in AZ!
Diane from Mckinney, Texas lurking in
Good morning ! Erin from Pasco County Florida. Elementary Curriculum Leader.
Good morning, buddy! So great to see you! Hope the year has been off to an awesome start!
Good morning ! Kimberly from north TX here and ready to collaborate!
Good morning to all! Katrina Keene from Chattanooga!
Teresa from TX - glad to be back
Good morning Dana. Glad you could join in!!
Humility...the mark of an excellent leader. :) Looking forward to you leading the conversation!
Good morning and happy Saturday from Pittsburgh. Kylee, 5th grade all subjects
Tiawana, Assistant Principal from Virginia. Ready to discuss collaboration
@hoppetoad Would like to join, my first tweetchat
Good Morning y'all! Vicki King. Principal in IL. Glad to be able to make it to today!
Howdy! Gotta love us Texans! 😄
Ben, EFL teacher educator and researcher from Aguascalientes, Mexico.
Cecilia Mapes White House, TN
Hi, all! Lisa, instructional coach from suburban Chicago. So excited is moderating w/!
Morning! Thanks for leading us today!
Good morning 5th grade teacher and admin intern from Utah so excited to learn from my tribe and
Good morning . Greg from central Kansas.
Teresa, MS Literacy Teacher, NY.
What’s up my friend!? Great to see you!
It has my man. No complaints so far. How about you?
GM from HOU...These hellos are just a blur! Slow down, my coffee hasn't kicked in
Excited to be checking in from NYC!
Had to rush home from Saturday breakfast to join . Can't miss it! Meredith from SW FL ready to learn!
Good morning, Katrina! So great to see you on an awesome Saturday morning!
Hi friend. Reading anything good?
Hi Vicki from NNY hi hi 😘😘😘
Good morning! Toshila, JH AP from Texas.
Hi! Adam from VA. K-12 principal
Leslie, instructional coach in Mty, Mexico. How are you all doing this morning, ?
Good morning everyone! Kara, 6th gr T from KS I will be in and out as I'm headed to a vball tourney!
Good morning. I'm LaVette, elementary principal, from NC.
What’s up buddy?! Great to see you!
Greg is in the hizzouse! Good morning!
Thanks! Glad to take part.
Good morning . I'm Sarah Van Brimmer, Lit Coach, at a Title 1 school in FL. Happy to join this discussion.
If I were any better, I would be twins!
Good morning! Katie from San Diego- looking forward to a great
Today's Thought ~ Surround yourself with people who feed you so that you can be available for those who need you.
Hey friend--been missing you! WPS! Hogs off to a great start! https://t.co/292yitRnwn
What’s up my friend!? Great to see you!
Good morning from Virginia!
Since we can't seem to connect in real life, I'll take . :)
Good morning. Daniel in TX popping in and out this morning!
GOOD morning!! Let's do this!!
Cheryl, Elem AP, from Katy TX. Participating while chaperoning district choir auditions. Multi-tasker!
Good morning! 5th grade teacher, aspiring principal. Some college game day, newborn snuggles, and does it get much better??
Good morning to my friends and for joining
Good morning to both of you!
Great Morning! Latoya, transformational leader in South Carolina here for fun and learning with the tribe!
hi Peter!! Happy Saturday!
Hi Bethany! Great to see you!
Shoutout to . Down on collaborative leadership. Lurking from a parent-eye's view.
Good morning! Elisabeth from NY. Looking forward to this awesome topic and learning with all!
Hey Kara! Good luck today!
Good morning This is Melissa from Katy TX. Internet very slow hoping to keep up.
Good morning! Karen from Central Ohio.
Mike, Principal from NY, joining for a few minutes before a baseball game.
Good morning, Mark here, elementary principal in MN. Excited to learn from .
So great to see you my bro! This is going to be awesome!
Good morning to you both!
Steven Weber, Associate Superintendent (AR)
The superstar is here! Thanks Lisa!
Good morning, Sandy! So great to see you as always!!
Good morning! Jon from IL checking in.
Hi! I'm Abbi a 2nd grade teacher from Iowa! Joining in on my way up to watch the Hawkeyes play! 💛🏈
Janet from PA.... Principal in NJ Good Morning Sun is shining!
Good morning, Nathan and Todd! Great to see you both!
Good morning to you!! So glad to see you here this morning!!
Doing great my friend! How are you? https://t.co/zf2RSXoHeP
Leslie, instructional coach in Mty, Mexico. How are you all doing this morning, ?
Hello to both of you! Need to catch up on your blogs!
Morning Steven! Thanks for joining!
Hey there, friend! Hope all is well!
Randy from beautiful TN checking in. Wondering how long the lines at the gas stations will be today.
Book Fair at school - don't even know which one to start with!
Good morning! Reading/Instructional Coach from SC. Hoping I can keep up while chasing around an 18 mo old!
Goodmorning I'm a kinder teacher in north Texas. First year teacher :)
hi, Katie! So happy to see you here, early morning for you!
Hi, Teresa! Hope your school year is going well!
Good morning, Lis! Always glad when I get the chance to learn with and from you!
Thanks! This is going to be a fantastic chat!
Nathan, from Nashville, not cool enough to rock a flat bill. Great to be here with you all! https://t.co/IwhNyNyAV5
hello Danielle! Great to see you again!
Paula from N Houston ready to ROLL TIDE ROLL
Time for Brian, HS comm arts teacher in WI
Good morning and hoping everyone's weekend is off to a great start.
I'm pumped too for this awesome topic! This chat always rocks!
Good morning, . Kara from Kennewick, WA joining. Excited about today's chat! Can't wait for this book to be available on Amazon!
Morning friends! Amy, principal from Indiana joining for a short bit in between my boys' football games!
we are almost neighbors! Good morning!
Katie from Missouri here!
Welcome! Happy to have a fellow South Carolinian here!
Likewise! Hope all is going well!
Why? https://t.co/eAoWWyxGkZ
Randy from beautiful TN checking in. Wondering how long the lines at the gas stations will be today.
Gmorning. Up early for soccer and :) Rosa Isiah, Elem School Principal, Cali
Lindsey, K-2 Lead Learner from AR!
Hey there, fellow Houstonian! Good to chat again!
Finally settling into my schedule, had some big changes. LOL YOU????
Awesome! I'm looking forward to learning with you!
Great to see you as well! Hoping you had a great week and a wonderful Saturday morning!
I bought 2 as well.......
It is! Hope you year is off to a fantastic start!
Good morning I'm Nate from Nebraska. Elementary Integration Specialist. How's everyone today?
We almost never meet on the twitter chats! Good morning, friend!
Welcome Josh! You need to join on tuesdays at 8:30 too! https://t.co/VEf4yJs2a4
Goodmorning I'm a kinder teacher in north Texas. First year teacher :)
Ben Brazeau joining from class
Good morning to an ! So pumped you are here, Amy!
Ashley! Former NC teacher. Now an UM student!
Morning - Sue at QISA checking in!
Great pic! Always cool enough for a flat bill brother.
another fellow Texan! Good morning Kimberly!
Good morning ! Excited to join the chat this morning.
woohoo!! We are here together!!
hope you had an amazing week!
Good morning from Texas. Elementary principal here at and ready to share and learn.
I was just thinking the same thing! I would love to hear more about your role as a transformational coach.
Hi Kris!!! Thanks for joining!
Paul from NJ here. Educational Gamechanger, Boundary Buster, Growth-Minded Thought Leader. Glad to be along with the crew.
What a great way to start the day today learning together with the group here st
Cool. Was born in Newark and raised in Tinton Falls, so I am always curious where people are when they say NJ! Welcome!
Paul, elem principal from KS! Waiting for my decoder ring from the Peter DeWitt fan club :)
with enough product, anything is possible :)
Good morning friends! Looking forward to learning with all of you this beautiful, sunny morning! 😊
Good Morning ... Dennis ... from Florida ... I teach and make a few memories along the way.
A1 Working together to GROW together. Always learning how to collectively be better for kids
Good morning and a huge thanks for getting me up and running with coding! https://t.co/WQl6tHnu2i
Good morning! Elisabeth from NY. Looking forward to this awesome topic and learning with all!
A1. Collaboration means listening, reflecting, challenging & discussing in order to learn and grow.
Morning! Nice day here in MA!
Nice to see you virtually :)
Hi Amy! It's always awesome to connect and learn from you!
A1: Collaboration goes beyond coordinating, which we do lots of in education! It is digging deep to make things better for kids.
Thanks Paula!!! Glad you’re here!
Hey Amy!! great to see you!
- Alabama pipeline spill. Gas shortages expected. Lines were easily 5 cars long per pump for awhile yesterday
You couldn't stay away, could you? So pumped to see my good friend here this morning!
Same here, still organizing and rearranging schedules.
Shatlyn from the wheat fields of Kansas, 2nd grade t, 1:1 iPads
A1: We fill in each other's gaps. We push each other's thinking. We grow as a result of our interactions https://t.co/12YXGDCSZw
A1: collaboration = working together (can be accomplished in a variety of different ways)
A1: Making each other better for kids by having think-partners. Multiple brains on a topic > just one https://t.co/11cmlNPujZ
Morning, former principal and now dir of curriculum from PA
A1. Collective effort to improve and progress
My colleague said she's loving "Innovator's Mindset" by .
A1: Collaboration means working together to be better - for ourselves, our colleagues, our students, our families.
Great! Excited to learn from you today! https://t.co/xy9t6WllPP
Good morning Sandra! I enjoyed seeing some of your school pics this week!
Good morning Lena! It's a beautiful day here in NE too!
A1: Learning,sharing,borrowing, reusing ideas from a variety of people. Everyone has something to share https://t.co/fDDzRFhOAr
A1: Collaboration is balance of time for creative juices to mingle together & marinate alone in right balance to make awesome.
A1: working together for a common purpose/goal to support student needs.(sharing ideas, planning lessons, offering support)
GM, I'm Andie from South Carolina, Tech Coach!
A1: more than getting together, collab = purposeful advancement of ideas for the good of Ts and Ss. NOt just a time saver
Well I’ll take it from the king of cool, M. Bostwick! :)
A1: Just had PD on this yesterday, colleagues working together, looking at data, focused, norms set and in place, share ideas
A1: Working together toward a common goal/vision/etc. Sharing ideas, resources, strengths. Considering other perspectives.
Good morning, my friend! So pumped you are here this morning! HUGE LEARNING about to happen with you here!
Coming together to grow our passions.
A1: Collaboration = authentic listening, discussion, and action as a team in order to make a difference.
Congratulations! https://t.co/4N5OU8Cfm7
yes! It has been tough with a newborn at home but I'm going to try to make it next week
A1 Collaboration ... working together NOT just splitting up the job requirements.
A1) Valuing everyone's experiences, virtuosities, and ideas.
Proud of all the representation at ! Let's keep rollin next week with !
A1 Collaboration means valuing all input, coming to consensus, offering your best effort, supporting others
You're welcome! Let's keep connecting to share and grow in this area. https://t.co/PouSg6bQFB
Good morning and a huge thanks for getting me up and running with coding! https://t.co/WQl6tHnu2i
Good morning! Elisabeth from NY. Looking forward to this awesome topic and learning with all!
Gina, Preschool teacher from NJ. A little late to !
A1. Collab. allows me to be a reflective practitioner, really understanding what I do for Ss & how educators support each other.
A1: Authentic collaboration always goes back to our WHY. It is focused and made to directly improve others.
Good morning! Michelle, principal, from Saskatchewan, Canada joining in. Really hot, fall, day on the Canadian prairies.
A1-Sharing, learning, growing together for the betterment of students
A1: Collaboration = the will to work w others to do whatever it takes to support kids, while having the skill to maintain focus.
I did! I hope you did as well!
A1: Team of people working together on a shared goal. Working together for a common good.
A1: Contributing to and learning from the “knowledge in the room” for the benefit of Ss.
A1 means communicating&working towards a greater good, reflecting on lessons learned&how to continually improve
A1. Listening to all inputs to help make decisions!
A1: Working together to solve a problem, make a difference, and to grow through the experience.
A1: Continuously improving practice through working together [co-labor]
A1) Give/take. Learning. Leading. Sharing. Laughing. Working Hard. Better Products. Intelligence Squared https://t.co/oXJfNnWGfu
Essential! How are we helping kids achieve and be successful. https://t.co/z1y1qlYaAq
A1: Collaboration goes beyond coordinating, which we do lots of in education! It is digging deep to make things better for kids.
So key that we come together to not only share, but grow! Love that!
A1: It means working together towards a common goal, give and take, each person working from a position of personal strength.
is SO for you! You'll LOVE it!--Everything you inspire in others
Good morning from South Texas!
A1: Sharing ideas and perspectives, making connections, distributed decision making, building capacity together.
What is often forgotten about collaboration...is that it serves as the path to greater creativity and innovation.
Love this! https://t.co/HUCWaokjja
A1: Collaboration is balance of time for creative juices to mingle together & marinate alone in right balance to make awesome.
That is huge right there...collaboration gets beyond compliance and cooperation!
A1: Collaboration means working together on a common project.
Support student needs, absolutely!
so important to stay focused and on task.
A1 Collaboration: Growing yourself and supporting others.
OMG! Good luck! We have all the gas you might need here in Houston... https://t.co/cEBRJUxiKJ
- Alabama pipeline spill. Gas shortages expected. Lines were easily 5 cars long per pump for awhile yesterday
A1 Talking, listening, considering and working together to build something or improve on something.
A1: Authentic collaboration requires lots of reciprocity of give and take...sometimes we teach, every time we learn!
A1: Achieving a goal with shared skills, communication, reflection. All are invested.
A1) people genuinely listening to your ideas and thoughts not just waiting for their turn to speak
Agreed! Trust is so important. It allows us to invest in others and invest in improvement.
Collaboration is about leveraging strengths of the group, sharing of expertise, working together to increase collective efficacy
A1 collaboration is having a spot for everyone to have a seat at the table to help our kiddos
A1: Connecting with others who may offer a different perspective, etc. which allows me to grow. https://t.co/khrl2YIk7a
A1 Collective support and planning that encourages, challenges, and celebrates those involved. #140 hard https://t.co/tY2lPs81NO
A1: Collaboration means connecting.
A1- collaboration = people working together to accomplish shared goals
A1: Connecting w/ others surrounding a common goal, listening to concerns, trying together, failing together, learning together
A1 Working together to achieve a common goal. Sharing, encouraging, taking risks, pushing each other's thinking.
A1: Collaboration is synergizing to provide high quality instruction to Ss and honing the skillful craft of Ts!
A1: People being willing to discard all their own ideas to do what's best for the students. Working as one, not for an agenda.
A1.Collaboration honors the voice & strengths that each perspective brings to a purpose.
A1: Collaboration means sharing ideas, listening, creating a plan, and sharing responsibilities to make it work
Q1- when everyone is collectively working together to achieve the ultimate success for ALL S's https://t.co/XU1vhWNBPZ
A1 Active engagement in a common purpose or goal. Freely sharing ideas, resources, & support
A1: Meeting with other Ts and bouncing ideas off each other... Always so much to learn from one another
A1: Collaboration is putting individual needs aside and working together as a whole to achieve common goals.
A1: Can be w/ parents, students, colleagues, admin, etc. Everyone can collaborate.
A1 Collaboration is sharing and listening to others. Listen to understand how I can help others. Doing my part is important.
A1: Collaboration = the interdependency of TEAM, knowing that what we do, what we choose to do, and how we work impacts kids.
Excellent point! https://t.co/wOMd7MvcQs
A1 Collaboration ... working together NOT just splitting up the job requirements.
Making connections. Great point. Products are not only better, but relationships improved!
A1) Collaboration is a team working together to share, have meaningful conversation, & work towards a common goal; our students.
A1: Collaboration means working together to achieve a common goal, without caring who gets the credit.
A1: Listening, contributing, taking action, learning - repeat...
A1 Identify goal and embracing input & knowledge from others, often shared dec. making toward goal https://t.co/O8hXPhWZYS
A1 Collaboration is listening to others' ideas, being vulnerable with your own, working together to make an impact on S learning
A1: 1 + 1 = 3. Synergy allows the team to accomplish more together than individuals would alone. https://t.co/z4ar6OQghJ
Collaboration is often one-sided…like shared decision making. You’re fine as long as you share in the decision I’m making.
A1 Shared ownership and decision making. Individuals value each other's ideas, encourage growth as a team.
Collaboration: Working together to enhance the good, limit the bad, and create something new and beneficial
This deserves a quote tweet from Dr. Lang. 😎 https://t.co/7QZU46BNDJ
Well I’ll take it from the king of cool, M. Bostwick! :)
Love this! Using our strengths to strengthen others! https://t.co/nieAmLaHRI
A1: It means working together towards a common goal, give and take, each person working from a position of personal strength.
A1: Collaboration starts w/building a safe environment, then working together by using individual strengths 2 meet shared goals
A1:Collaboration is messy! Working together with others educators that have the same vision in mind..in person or virtually.
A1: Listening, contributing, learning, intentionally working together for a purpose.
HA! I have an addiction. Starts with awareness. Thx for the s/o, broski! https://t.co/W8RLZtYcFt
You couldn't stay away, could you? So pumped to see my good friend here this morning!
A1: Learning together. Creating together. Sharing together.
Good morning to you, as well. Enjoying the cool down from our rain yesterday.
The learning is key...we have to be open to learning and realize we don't always have the answer https://t.co/jenQ1y8UKj
A1: Authentic collaboration requires lots of reciprocity of give and take...sometimes we teach, every time we learn!
A1. As educators we have SO much room for growth in this area. LOVE this topic.
A1: Co means together; lab means working in a space, physically or virtually, & the suffix is the action of making it happen.
Question 2 in two minutes!
A1 Collaborating means I am part of the process not just fulfilling a responsibility. I have a voice in the direction
A1) Putting all pieces of the puzzle on the table and working together to create a beautiful outcome. https://t.co/G096EHoq54
A1: Authentic collab happens when diverse group is at the table connecting, sharing, dreaming together. https://t.co/uS2yyj2Pe6
A1. Collaboration is explicitly thinking about how working together can increase effectiveness, productivity, etc. to meet goals
"Digging deep to make things better for kids" great phrase! https://t.co/vevBgN2gHp
A1: Collaboration goes beyond coordinating, which we do lots of in education! It is digging deep to make things better for kids.
A1 Collaboration is about GOALS. No one gets together for drinks & the big game and says "let's collaborate." Have a focus
Genuinely listening! Mutual respect. Process is key. People are central. https://t.co/mvw3l4NKEF
A1) people genuinely listening to your ideas and thoughts not just waiting for their turn to speak
A1 Collaboration is when a group of people with a shared vision work together to achieve a specific purpose.
Great point. Collaboration necessitates LISTENING!
Team is so important, not individual.
I like the use of building a safe environment!
Exactly! Need more than YES people.
We have the class joining in the this morning!
Love the synergizing! https://t.co/gHG7MhOPh2
A1: Collaboration is synergizing to provide high quality instruction to Ss and honing the skillful craft of Ts!
A1: It means bringing all skills to the table to collectively solve a problem.
A1 positively working for a com vision & goals. Accomplishing tasks together by planning & implementing new ideas. Support group
A1: Keep learning, innovating, sharing and making mistakes together to improve student' outcomes
A1: Collaboration is being to committed to one another in order to create something better than you could've done yourself
A1: respecting collective genius & honoring talents in a group in order to move forward from ideas to prototypes to solutions
A1: a partnership. Using your strengths and valuing the strengths of others to produce.
A1 it means working side by side and considering other ideas while bring consistent about moving forward
Having the trust in each other to see what needs to be done and getting it taken care of independently. https://t.co/caguif9soz
Big growth area and and should be the fabric of PLCs and collaboration. Nice Ben!
Interdependency is the key! https://t.co/wIeUTqs1O1
A1: Collaboration = the interdependency of TEAM, knowing that what we do, what we choose to do, and how we work impacts kids.
Collaboration could be with our students! Rethinking who we collaborate with. :)
Pay attention down by getting involved in the process. Your people will do the same w/their students. https://t.co/G2rf61ojZY
A1: collaboration, as a leader, means letting the team drive the discussion not me!
A2: collaboration is people working together to improve at something. Love collaborating with others; Different perspectives.
Good morning from Humble Texas. Middle School principal here @ and ready to share and learn.
A1 Working together to create solutions to current & future problems! Let's be real- it sucks less when ur working together.
Amen! Striving toward the goal TOGETHER! https://t.co/DgMsrgIJTr
A1: Collaboration means working together to achieve a common goal, without caring who gets the credit.
A1: Collaboration requires vulnerability and transparency; pride aside.
Wow! is rocking it this morning!
A1) Truly being open to learn from others
Hello from NC. MS principal.
A1: Collaboration is having an idea but being open to the possibility that someone else's might be better
yay! So happy to see you here, Andie!
Collaboration is only being done well if respect is the foundation of interaction.
A1.Getting advice, strategies, critiques, etc. from others so that our Ss can get the best from us. https://t.co/N59R5uBGg1
I agree Meredith. I think "collaboration" is talked about a lot but how often is true collaboration happening?
A1) working together to create ideas/resources/solutions by listening, engaging with and valuing others opinions and thoughts
I really like that you added honoring each other’s voice. https://t.co/82eqRd2YY6
A1.Collaboration honors the voice & strengths that each perspective brings to a purpose.
Don't ask me for my opinion then get offended when it doesn't agree with yours. Safe environment for ALL
"Pride Aside" <--- love this! https://t.co/6qifzB1jt0
A1: Collaboration requires vulnerability and transparency; pride aside.
Such a key to be vulnerable. Trust must be there for this to work! https://t.co/s5DMw3D2e8
A1 Collaboration is listening to others' ideas, being vulnerable with your own, working together to make an impact on S learning
Love this! Yes! https://t.co/AWstGKSNWR
A1: a partnership. Using your strengths and valuing the strengths of others to produce.
A1: Working together for a common goal or purpose
A1 Collaboration is true teamwork toward common goals where no one succeeds unless everyone succeeds.
A1- collaboration = leveraging strengths of individuals to create a team that work towards creative solutions to a shared goal
A1. Collaboration also means acknowledging that no individuals ability or knowledge outweighs the knowledge of the group!
"Freely" sharing ideas is key. For collaboration to work, everyone needs to feel safe.
A1: Collaboration as I envision it: slow, simmering discussion that yields the final product - "unhurried"
A1: Collaboration is not losing sight of individual goals over group goals.
Collaboration is about collective responsibility
I love that you added "valuing" others.
So true!! Co-labor not cooperation. https://t.co/fmz3cUVdjB
A1 Collaboration ... working together NOT just splitting up the job requirements.
Certainly the main challenge. Best way to negate-having authentic connections so all feel safe to raise concerns.
Yes as Ts we never stop learning and its important for Ss to see that. https://t.co/d9IM4KoSDG
The learning is key...we have to be open to learning and realize we don't always have the answer https://t.co/jenQ1y8UKj
A1: Authentic collaboration requires lots of reciprocity of give and take...sometimes we teach, every time we learn!
A1 Collab should be a joint effort between open-minded indiv looking for solutions to implement together for student growth
Kyle McClure from Kansas! Ready for a KSU victory today
Love how you put "respecting collective genius"
Kathy from Houston joining
A1: Collaboration means working together for a common goal. It means being vulnerable to each other to enable magic to happen.
A1: Collaboration is shared thinking, planning, and actions tied to a common goal -- increasing student achievement.
Like it! https://t.co/8akEE4Y9x9
A1. Collaboration is explicitly thinking about how working together can increase effectiveness, productivity, etc. to meet goals
Love that you included ! My goal for this year!
It always needs to come back to what's best for students!
A2: We listen with our eyes as much as we do with our ears. Actions and words matter.
A1 Collab means team problem solving for a common purpose. Questioning, analyzing, creating, even laughing our way to solutions
A1: actually getting up and walking down the hall. Ive learned so much this year just by asking simple questions in person
Great point. Collaboration is messy. We have to learn to be okay with suspending certainty as we work. https://t.co/OOmVwsMCmP
A1:Collaboration is messy! Working together with others educators that have the same vision in mind..in person or virtually.
A1 Listening-Learning-Growing-Trusting-Celebrating...all to support Shared Vision
This right here...🎯🎯🎯🎯 https://t.co/Ft2j6FLkU2
Collaboration: Working together to enhance the good, limit the bad, and create something new and beneficial
A2: Energy! Is your F2F collab active and boistrous? Is digital collab always moving forward? Energy shows authenticity
....Unless is in the group!
A1: also means putting ego aside
Gaining some amazing phrases this morning! "Creative juices to mingle together." https://t.co/9Pbr8DsbwX
A1: Collaboration is balance of time for creative juices to mingle together & marinate alone in right balance to make awesome.
A1: Understanding collaboration requieres one to understand how it differs from cooperation.
helps everyone stay focused and with a goal in mind
Great thoughts on a common goal! I like to say like-visioned people, because sometimes we’re not like-minded.
Joining the chat a little late this morning! Sitting getting ready for a cross country meet!
Oh, I like that! Be open! https://t.co/mUYgZgyg86
A1: Collaboration is having an idea but being open to the possibility that someone else's might be better
Hey everyone- entering late. Cindy Emerson principal and lead learner #vbevibe
A2 In authentic collaboration, everyone has a voice that counts, decisions are not already made before we meet at the table.
A1 valuing others perspective/ authentic purposeful engagement /shared goals / intentions to work smarter & devel relationships
A2: When there can be dissent, discussion, and compromise...& everyone leaves knowing they are doing what's best for kids...
Collaboration is about learning together & discussing and knowing your schools current reality
Focusing on each others' strengths builds confidence and efficacy
Yes! Hi my friend! https://t.co/8UyukH9yAe
A1. Collaboration is explicitly thinking about how working together can increase effectiveness, productivity, etc. to meet goals
A1: more than working together. It is helping to sustain your mission, vision and keep everyone building on their strengths
A2. When 'group think' is not present. Challenge each other in a respectful way. Find solutions through debate
Reason why leaders who collaborate have to park their ego at the door and be open to others' ideas https://t.co/IeeugOoUmO
Collaboration is often one-sided…like shared decision making. You’re fine as long as you share in the decision I’m making.
This! You're golden! https://t.co/j2eu9G4krL
I guess collaboration, as a leader, also means being able to say "I screwed that up. Please help me." out loud.
Bradley, Junior High Principal in Ar
A1- collaboration = diverse perspectives with a common goal
It's authentic when eyes sparkles, ideas explode and everyone wants more of it.
A1: I think when things become chaotically organized it's authentic. Too much of the same is compliant. https://t.co/NeWwuMpZJV
A2 New ideas are formed and a commitment to a plan of action.
A2. When action is involved, when those you are collaborating with are engaged. When the topic of collaboration lives on.
A2: Authentic collaboration means a safe place has been created where folks aren't afraid to disagree and debate.
A2: Authentic collaboration is organic. It happens naturally. Compliant collaboration is usually structured by someone else.
I'm going to go out on a limb and say collaboration must be voluntary, we can't force it successfuly. Ts will just pretend.
A2-Trust. When trust is present, we are more apt to be vulnerable, share other thoughts, glean from others.
So true! We can learn a lot about how people are truly feeling by observing. https://t.co/yWhtadaeue
A2: We listen with our eyes as much as we do with our ears. Actions and words matter.
Amy knows the truth about trust! https://t.co/8jSWmKSKjy
Such a key to be vulnerable. Trust must be there for this to work! https://t.co/s5DMw3D2e8
A1 Collaboration is listening to others' ideas, being vulnerable with your own, working together to make an impact on S learning
A2: When authentic and meaningful change is achieved and everybody feels good about it. It's not meetings and lip service.
I like working with people who don't think I'm right ... let's take an idea an run with it together ... dont be subservient
A2 You can hear the passion, discussions, inquiry; not all agree but all voices honored & build consensus
It may be tiny steps but it's always about moving forward- learning/growing together
A1: Collaboration means appreciating cognitive conflict and knowing how to resolve it.
A2: When collaborators are comfortable being uncomfortable. They can disagree without issues.
A2: when it leads to action...implemented w/ fidelity
Leave the ego at the door.
A2 When x asks y for help. y stops, listens, suggests. x considers, responds, x & y consider path forward and set action steps.
A1: The knowledge, experiences, and ideas of many is always more powerful than conquering alone https://t.co/8XcTT3XnJA
A2: When they push back on one another's thinking. When the Courageous conversations result in student/teacher growth.
Considering other perspectives is a key thought. Sometimes collab can be perceived as just follow along https://t.co/Tps46ldvJO
A1: Working together toward a common goal/vision/etc. Sharing ideas, resources, strengths. Considering other perspectives.
thank you:) so much easier to value and leverage strengths than ignore or compete.
Exactly Keri, everything we do is for them!
Such an important factor. Together we can be more impactful
A2: I'm not sure you can tell if coll. is authentic or compliant. Hard to determine motivation in others. No eye rolling?... : )
A1 It's NOT nodding heads. If 4 of you in the room agree on everything, 3 of you aren't needed. Trust enough to do the hard work
A1 collaboration is working together in an authentic respectful way to best meet the learning targets or intended outcomes.
Thank YOU!!! I'm excited to be here. :) https://t.co/qwz0MKdGi0
Good morning, my friend! So pumped you are here this morning! HUGE LEARNING about to happen with you here!
A2. Great resource to share w/ others on your team. "Sail These 7 Seas to Greater Collaborative Success"https://t.co/nHOld2DCqc
A1 utilizing everyone's strengths to reach a common goal that's bigger than the self. There must also be trust & follow through.
Always remember, creativity is a collaborative act. Too often the "myths" (lone genius) hold us back from being more creative.
A2) Collaboration becomes authentic when there is action, implementation, and change that takes place.
Isn't that the truth! Not the way to go, but it happens. Getting tips today to help avoid it https://t.co/Ab7PoOOcZI
Collaboration is often one-sided…like shared decision making. You’re fine as long as you share in the decision I’m making.
A2 and productive work, negativity is pushed aside or at least used for results
A2: Authentic collaboration builds energy rather than depleting it. It nourishes the educator's soul. . https://t.co/aza3GuFtT0
Ah...you've mentioned the foundation there! https://t.co/o1BMXYqE0R
A1 Collaboration is when a group of people with a shared vision work together to achieve a specific purpose.
A2: Definitely the energy brought to the group. Are you just sitting at the table or are you ALL IN.
A2: When majority is truly invested, compliance sticks out like a sore thumb!
A2 authentic collaboration involves pushing back on ideas and challenging status quo rather than just completing a task
A2: When the team continues the discussion in everything they do. It's embedded in the school.
A2: Seeing collaboration happen outside of structured time for it. & the norm of sharing resources/ideas and asking for advice!
Yes, egos need to be left at the door. Collab is a 2-way street, and in order to work, we must be open to others.
A2- it's about the process. Collaboration isn't about sharing- it's about meaningful conversation to develop together & grow
I think listening is ask ill necessary for trust & true collaboration to take place
A2: authentic means you have what's best for your Ss at the forefront and making decisions based on that.
Good evng from southern China. Enjoying reading n trying to keep up w all the great tweets, lrng n reflecting on collaboration!
A2:It is authentic when listening and acceptance and discussion are respectful. Its not about Groupthink. It is about evolution
A2: Authentic when it's student-centered & goal-oriented. The focus is building social capital in school community.
I agree! It is messy. That is why some teacher teams and administrators choose to work in isolation.
A2.Authentic roots in trust;Compliance roots in fear
A2: sometimes body language and tone of voice can speak volumes, usually good indication of person's investment
A2. Authentic collaboration can be confirmed when group members can articulate the purpose of &why they are collaborating.
A2 Collaboration is authentic when you can see each voice included in the final product
Joining from this morning!
Yes! https://t.co/tB1yx4vD0X
A2: Seeing collaboration happen outside of structured time for it. & the norm of sharing resources/ideas and asking for advice!
A2 Are the ppl in the org seeking out collab on their own? Do they share divergent opinions and are they considered?
A2: To know whether collaboration is authentic or not? Just ask participants. Individual vs group goals https://t.co/InfxSPHvZd
A2 Collaboration is authenitic of stakeholders have been involved in the process and not just following along- which won't last
A2: Engagement in the work, conversations being forwarded by Ts and administrators working together. Excitement.
If leaders walking into a meeting with 1 idea and walk out with the same idea it’s not collaboration. https://t.co/LCgC5WnMv3
Gotta go all in to make it work.
A2: Using each other's strengths and staying positive throughout your collaboration time! So effective!
Next Gen! No you did not! LOVE THIS!
A2: By the level of participation and the quality of the contribution from all members.
Great point. Where is the discussion coming from. Who is carrying it.
A2 When C times run over and people stay, show-up voluntarily, and follow-through on collaborative ideas https://t.co/lt4Msr8JuL
Compliant collab can lead to authentic. We don't always willingly seek dissenting opinions. Being forced to creates new ideas
Yes! Both ego and fear of mistakes!
A2: when the solution/decision/direction has everyone more passionate than before because everyone worked together to create it
A2 Coll. is authentic when individuals seek it & organize it w/o being directed, & particularly when there's a shared vision.
Trust is a big one, needs to be a safe environment where everyone can speak and not be afraid. https://t.co/Zh0tzYRNRa
A2-Trust. When trust is present, we are more apt to be vulnerable, share other thoughts, glean from others.
No. Sitting in the car right now, tweeting while we wait for the game to begin! That is dedication!
A2 Through the attitude and demeanor. Results of the collaboration should speak volumes. Effective? https://t.co/J8KtJJ3EH9
A1 Collaboration means going slow to ultimately go fast.
A2: You get a high from REAL collaboration; compliance - all the chocolate is gone from the table https://t.co/yNtZotLTbX
A2. Authentic collaboration means members own the work, own the results, and see their impact as meaningful and powerful.
I hate when that happens! Don't ask, if you only want me to say what you want to hear!
A2: Like so much, as a team we need to build the super-goggles for "How do I Know it When I See it?" Compliance spews dull blah.
A2: Authentic Collaboration is present when meaningful growth is evident.
AGREED. Collaboration=results beyons imagination
A2 There is energy and joy in the mix.
A2: I'm asking what my teachers need instead of pushing more things their way. Cultivating rather than slash and burn.
"Valuing the strengths of others." Moves the process further. https://t.co/otIn1yq5kF
A1: a partnership. Using your strengths and valuing the strengths of others to produce.
exactly! Like visioned is a better way to word it. Getting different minds/perspectives helps when collaborating
Brian in Buffalo, NY. Jumping in late to the convo! Good morning!
A2 Compliant= List Checking ✔
Authentic= Success/Growth Checking
A2 The team is focus & all mem are contributing The goals were agreed upon by all & the path is clear https://t.co/SLFI4PbMI9
Oh yes, me too, many times.
A2: Authentic collaboration creates synergy. Compliant collaboration is like still water...no real movement
That's it right there! It's when people OWN the process as well as the outcome! https://t.co/Q1RlCxPpJy
A2. Authentic collaboration means members own the work, own the results, and see their impact as meaningful and powerful.
A1b: Collaboration consists of caring, collecting, challenging, creating,
A2 it is authentic if all members come prepared & open minded, share ideas, listen, & believe an end product will be created.
A2 people take time to build relationships they are intrinsically motivated and they see purpose m lead with passion
Therein is the challenge for leadership
A2: Compliant is sit & git, maybe share an answer. Authentic is fully engaged w dialogue, asking ?s, etc.
A2 Authentic collaboration is best acheived when you go to the group with a question and don't have an answer. Let it grow.
Yes ownership is key to meaningful collaboration! Great point! https://t.co/lfWU5BlRSF
A2. Authentic collaboration means members own the work, own the results, and see their impact as meaningful and powerful.
What a great point! True collab has an energy, vibe, that helps it work!
Love working in a great collaborative group when is starts humming like a finely tuned engine ... each member like a piston
Hard to tweet on aunt duty but loving the convo on
A2) When the conversations after the work time are positive & supportive and not negative or contradictory.
A2 It is authentic when it is spontaneous and on-going. People desire to do it cause they see the true benefit and power of it!
A2: Begins and ends with trust; trust in the people, the process, the product.
Turns into their passion! https://t.co/4kwglyGr4V
A2: When the team continues the discussion in everything they do. It's embedded in the school.
Don't you just love it when moderators retweet the questions? How amazing is this chat?
A2: I can tell by level of involvement in convo/activity. Body language
A2: When ideas build into new concepts
A2: Authentic collaboration occurs when there is NO elephant in the room! Easy to say, hard to build such a safe environment
For collaboration to truly work, you must have trust in those around you. Build positive relationships first!!
A2 Collaboration is authentic when we initiate it & want to learn alongside one another
A2: When a culture of value has been created it gives inclusion to ideas/ inspires a sense of belonging & desire to contribute.
A2: The questions asked during a collaborative session indicate the authenticity or lack thereof. https://t.co/pDk2BGP42L
A2 Authentic Collaboration is when ppl feel safe to voice opinion; able to disagree but work together towards a common goal
A2: when teams begin to create their own agendas, ask for additional time, ask for resources, etc.
A2: It's about trust. Has the team built trust in one another? We will fall flat w/o trust. https://t.co/4rEdCxhm4g
A2 discussion may include disagreements, multiple perspectives, back & forth, first idea not final idea https://t.co/643bF5jyQE
A2. Authentic collaboration is not a result of turning in PLC notes. Collaborative groups must have autonomy, purpose, &mastery.
We have to be willing to push ourselves out of our boxes! https://t.co/ILfrPjxWjK
A2: When collaborators are comfortable being uncomfortable. They can disagree without issues.
Commitment and passion grow from authentic work.
So awesome to see my friends from the on ! Hugely important research they do!!!
A2: Compliant collaboration = Limited Risk Taking, Right Answers, Lack of Trust, Focused on Product more than Process, etc.
If collab inspires new ideas, risk taking, focus on goal. Compliance = "just tell me what to do" https://t.co/rHXcK0vRwX
he who does the talking, does the learning. Probably compliant if one person dominates discussion. https://t.co/WyZn4YyU55
A2. Is the collaboration meaningful and relevant to improvement of the mission or vision
Pushing back on ideas and seeking various perspectives is being proactive- opportunity to troubleshoot
I love owning the work and results! https://t.co/Dgu1iWGZY3
A2. Authentic collaboration means members own the work, own the results, and see their impact as meaningful and powerful.
A2: people tend to struggle w/ "this is how we did it in the past" w/o seeing if the data shows if that worked.
A2: Engagement determines whether collab. is authentic or compliant. Authentic = part of the discussion. Compliant = present.
A2 Commitment. A true collaboration continues the work in the face of adversity. We fail together, we succeed together.
A2: Collaboration is authentic when new solutions arise that get positive results. Compliance will only result in stagnancy.
A2 compliance = ppl following the boss's rules. Committed collaboration = constantly creating, evolving, risk-taking together
YES! Who wants to fill out more forms? Not this guy!
A2: when you sense a genuine interest in all engaged with the task, a buzz to discuss and do
Absolutely! It always boils down to those relationships!
A2: Compliant people are less likely to take risks, be vulnerable, and ask for support.
A2: When schools have compliant teams, they focus on a checklist rather than continuous improvement.
Too often, we treat collaboration like organizational hierarchy...so it lacks authenticity and diversity of people and ideas.
Absolutely! It is difficult to describe but absolutely tangible when you experience it! :)
Absolutely. Otherwise we stagnate. https://t.co/vJsY6u8M4X
We have to be willing to push ourselves out of our boxes! https://t.co/ILfrPjxWjK
A2: When collaborators are comfortable being uncomfortable. They can disagree without issues.
A2. Authentic collaboration is not when the principal does all the talking in the PLC meeting. Learning is self directed!
A2 when it's authentic, you feel it.
A2 as with Ss, Ts when collab need to be clear on roles, tasks & desired outcome. Tog the 3 mesh &lead the group
sure does and it's "catching" then.
A2 you can tell it's authentic if everyone in the group has to stretch their comfort zone and feels the discomfort of that.
Collaboration when everyone agrees on everything is not collaboration at all. Great point. https://t.co/7ezDPvpxpy
A2 authentic collaboration involves pushing back on ideas and challenging status quo rather than just completing a task
A2: If it is compliant then it isn't collaboration. If you can tell who contributed what then it is compliant.
hoping you have thoughts how leadership/coaching can make it more organic, systemically.? https://t.co/NtNxpfQV6w
A2: Authentic collaboration is organic. It happens naturally. Compliant collaboration is usually structured by someone else.
Question 3 in 2 minutes on !
A2 It's authentic when teachers own the PLC process. It's compliant when teachers sit around and wait for someone to lead.
Your team MUST be open to different perspectives for collaboration to take off!
A2. Loved when minutes of meetings were shared w/ all so other PLC groups could see examples - transparency!!
Asking for advice, sharing resources! https://t.co/fjzbKYy8Tn
A2: Seeing collaboration happen outside of structured time for it. & the norm of sharing resources/ideas and asking for advice!
A2 How do you know the leader is compliant or authentic? Hmmm
A2: when passion is evident.
A2: Collaboration is authentic when Ts have shared language, common goals, and similar results.
A-1 It may be helpful to unwrap what collaboration really means in our organization. What are the structures/systems in place.
Booom! Yes, Amen! https://t.co/cyEnrQu6Ug
A2: When there can be dissent, discussion, and compromise...& everyone leaves knowing they are doing what's best for kids...
A2: Great q! So often we feel rushed to be compliant!
Love it! https://t.co/9z0mMzO5KQ
A2 compliance = ppl following the boss's rules. Committed collaboration = constantly creating, evolving, risk-taking together
A2 Collab is authentic rather than compliant when all team members are excited to contribute to the conversation tomorrow
Yes, when people care about the success of their colleagues, collaboration becomes more authentic. https://t.co/nprgNDwH4Z
A2: when teams stop asking for feedback or direction. When teams are running on their own collaboration is solid.
A2: authentic collaboration is when ALL participate, evaluate, calculate, and appreciate!
Yes. Dissent is welcomed but it is with respect. This leads to innovation & risk taking
Another awesome concept! "Appreciating cognitive conflict & knowing how to resolve it." https://t.co/r9O5cW7tlN
A1: Collaboration means appreciating cognitive conflict and knowing how to resolve it.
A2 compliant=just agreeing w/what's said. Authentic=bringing ideas to table& engaging in conversation
A2 I think this where trust comes in. At times it may start as compliance but it can evolve 2 authentic https://t.co/Ay48dbdt80
Great distinction! https://t.co/lv6WxYHe7o
A2: Engagement determines whether collab. is authentic or compliant. Authentic = part of the discussion. Compliant = present.
Those are the moments that lead to true learning and creativity! https://t.co/Urw42SdVJt
Compliant collab can lead to authentic. We don't always willingly seek dissenting opinions. Being forced to creates new ideas
It's so much more than just being there! https://t.co/Iwu9cix6O5
A2: Engagement determines whether collab. is authentic or compliant. Authentic = part of the discussion. Compliant = present.
L-O-V-E. https://t.co/85oB5TIgBX
A2 Commitment. A true collaboration continues the work in the face of adversity. We fail together, we succeed together.
A1 Collaboration is a raw openness and sharing of knowledge and skill set to create something amazing for all.
We often muddy the waters. Keep the defined work simple & make the actions bold & powerful!
A2: Easy! Just look at the quality of the actions/product of the collab to see if organic or forced. https://t.co/uTPsjz7sFD
A2: authenticity is something you can feel in your gut. You can just tell when people are real. https://t.co/VxF91Cvkzr
Ah yes! This is spot on! Love it when teams quit asking. https://t.co/TbKFtC5vtX
A2: when teams stop asking for feedback or direction. When teams are running on their own collaboration is solid.
A3:Honestly...I struggle with patience regarding compliant people. I have to dig deep to place myself in their shoes.
Nice description! It's a beautiful thing to be a part of when it's authentic and productive. https://t.co/iVXTSQK86g
Love working in a great collaborative group when is starts humming like a finely tuned engine ... each member like a piston
A2: If it IS collaboration, it's authentic. Like The Force, it'll surround and bind everything they do. https://t.co/uxfK0bw1KM
Absolutely! https://t.co/wJj61AwGii
Even when taking others' perspectives into consideration might make the task a little more difficult.
Rules guide compliance sessions.
A2) it's about passion, it should inspire and spark all involved so when discussed or presented you can see every1s enthusiasm
A2: Authentic collaboration is about trust, deep listening, understanding, vulnerability, relationships. (Good morning from CO!)
Yes. Understanding what needs to take place for Ss and doing everything they can to make that happen
Who says educators aren’t on Twitter?! is #1. Look at you guys rocking it!
Who says educators aren’t on Twitter?! is #1. Look at you guys rocking it!
Agreed , and just as important to accurately show that care so others feel it and trust in each other
A2: Authentic collaboration is when It's not forced. Ts choose to meet when needed & create together.
A2: RT https://t.co/5NWLWoSBF1
Note that cooperation & collaboration are not synonymous. Group work can be cooperative & not collaborative
A2: when the 'dialogue' in collaboration involves learning from each other and sparking new understandings & next steps.
lesson for leaders...focus, vision, goals, simplicity. https://t.co/G2gNxiROaz
We often muddy the waters. Keep the defined work simple & make the actions bold & powerful!
I'm with you my friend! https://t.co/JQEPo8kahD
A3:Honestly...I struggle with patience regarding compliant people. I have to dig deep to place myself in their shoes.
Compliance is often one-sided, when you expect others to agree with a decision you've already made.
A2. When collaboration is authentic teachers become leaders of their own learning! Teachers lead!
Yes! This is why I build agendas from questions rather than topics. I want to hear others' voices, not my own!
That's a fantastic idea and TRUE collaboration. Love it!
A3. Be transparent, be willing to ask questions, as much as you are willing to share your answers. https://t.co/69PAwYEBaa
yes! Too many "collaborations" are more about completing a task rather than the process of learning
When it's authentic, everyone feels it ;-)
Yes. Listen and seek great ideas from one another. Asking the right ques for every one to find their voice
This is so important. And be willing to try new approaches. https://t.co/Wwxa6Tihqx
Your team MUST be open to different perspectives for collaboration to take off!
Q3 - there needs to be a reason and shared understanding of the goal and what the outcomes will influence.
A3) Find ways for teachers to hear from each other, from students, and from parents.
There are a lot of nodding heads in the group and behind the back complaining outside https://t.co/rsT7j6cSct
A2: When schools have compliant teams, they focus on a checklist rather than continuous improvement.
A2 p2: Compliant=looking at collab as more work. Authentic=an apportioning to help kids grow.
True collaboration is actively sought after.Time is bargained away from something else to make it happen. https://t.co/IXrYrq4CLA
A2 Collaboration is authentic when accountability is high, but anxiety is low. That's a sign of shared responsibility.
Collaboration like EVERYTHING else in a school will live and die by the climate and culture of your team.
Better yet - teachers RUN the PLC process because they are in a growth mindset mode https://t.co/FkBZWLgaEm
A2 It's authentic when teachers own the PLC process. It's compliant when teachers sit around and wait for someone to lead.
Beautifully put https://t.co/Rtgjl4BhE1
A2: Authentic collaboration creates synergy. Compliant collaboration is like still water...no real movement
this is the true definition in my mind. It is the vision I am beginning to create.
A2.2: When ideas meld cannot be seen in isolation then collaboration is happening
A3: You MUST allow teachers the to freedom to make mistakes and learn from them without feeling they've have failed
A3: Listen, create the conditions for collaboration, model the behaviors you want, seek input, build team culture.
An important point. Compliance systems sometimes need to be put in place that will lead to collaboration https://t.co/BanPDC3m3C
A2 I think this where trust comes in. At times it may start as compliance but it can evolve 2 authentic https://t.co/Ay48dbdt80
A3: listen more than you talk
Great idea for leadership. Lead with Questions! https://t.co/LmdEmTem83
Yes! This is why I build agendas from questions rather than topics. I want to hear others' voices, not my own!
A3: Have to be patient and meet people where they are. Support, encourage, etc.
Great visual to illustrate a point :)
A3: By focusing on and revising the goals and not taking a Divide & Conquer approach to tasks
Love that - collaboration continues to find a way through muddy waters of adversity and challenge. https://t.co/WdAKurAPnR
A2 Commitment. A true collaboration continues the work in the face of adversity. We fail together, we succeed together.
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A3 It all begins with collective commitment borne out of establishing your purpose, the collective WHY. This takes time.
A3: being open to new ideas and pushing for a common goal. Closed minds can miss out!
A3 Deliberately model those expectations, shine light on those fostering it, encourage the heck out those trying.
A1: Collaboration: What does it look like, sound like, feel like in a mtg., in the resource room, etc.? Same for everyone?
I love when that happens!
Yes! Structures are necessary but we must create the conditions for authentic collaboration within those structures.
A2b: When all members are actively seeking out solutions to problems. They say can instead of can't!
I can bite my tongue....but once you ask me what I thing....the flood gate is open
Courageous Conversations that lead to a common voice and the teaching of the group vision & goals. Love that phrase.
A3:By consistently collaborating with staff, stakeholders and students. You have to walk the talk.
A3: I always started by providing PD on how effective teams operate. Then asking questions of what they wanted to accomplish
A3: transparency, trust, valuing others' experience, allowing the process to be slow when it needs to be https://t.co/Gxo7DNUmtb
A3: Being vulnerable yourself,leading by example to seek out others' opinions is a great starting point https://t.co/ESWedY03hp
Trending, Star Wars & Star Trek: Next Gen references and THE Could this chat get any more epic?
A2 Passion is obvious, hear ?s that push others further in thinking, forward progress. Seeking more opp to collab
Leadership misalignments inhibit depth of collaboration needed to deal with today's adaptive challenges. https://t.co/BvTBaBj0Xp
You ladies INSPIRE! Love connecting with you here and on Voxer to learn from you.
A3: I model it (esp for my Ss). I teach them what it looks like, feels like, sounds like, etc. We practice.
A3: Foster collaboration by creating a democratic environment: equal voice, resolution, action.
Yes! It's incredible to see what happens when Ts create & lead professional learning that's relevant and timely!
Like transdisciplinary...two subjects become something entirely new. Great connection
A3 provide authentic opportunities to collaborate-if already have decision don't waste peoples time with pseudo collaboration
A3: Individuals need to feel valued and supported, then collaboration comes naturally.
A3: By putting yourself out there by example. Listening. Trusting.
A3. Believe & share your goal w/ those you collaborate with i.e. being transparent about learning one thing as you collaborate.
A3-Intentionally build time for collaboration. Work together to build norms & vision. Act on it.
Thanks for being here Tom!
Excellent point. Trusting relationships can help. If folks don't feel as knowledgeable they won't share.
A3: There is no such thing as creating a collaborative mindset by luck. Leadership must be driven by daily intention
A3: There is no such thing as creating a collaborative mindset by luck. Leadership must be driven by daily intention
I agree. Letting someone take the lead knowing your goals are aligned
A3: When an "open-door policy" means an open heart and an open mind...
I had a good breakfast! LOL!
Lis you are a ROCKSTAR! https://t.co/PiUxXf44Hq
You ladies INSPIRE! Love connecting with you here and on Voxer to learn from you.
A3: I hope I foster collaboration by being transparent, by communicating, & by saying "How do we do this?" instead of "Do this."
A3: Model it! Co-lead PDs. Shout-out your colleagues you collaborated w/. Ask staff for ideas.Model asking for advice & sharing.
A3: by not pushing, pulling or shoving people but gently nudging them in the right direction, model it, show it in action
A3-Listen but seek input. Bring out the ideas of others letting them know they have a part
A3 Foster a collaborative mindset by asking for help. This makes us vulnerable, yet we are surrounded by givers in education.
A3 Model collaboration for your teachers. If we don't collaborate, why should they?
Wish I could like this morning than once!
A3: You must live it in the meaningful work you do. Others will understand that their voice matters and join in.
A3. Lead by example despite your title looking to improve your vision and mision while meeting your goals.
A3) As educators, we are all in this together. Be open to change & new ideas. Leaders have to model collaboration.
A3: Have to get to know people. Is there fear? Insecurity? What is their emotional mindset?
A3 Leaders must model it and then share the success stories within the org. Leaders cannot afford to squash the ideas generated.
A3 I think relationship building & trust is number 1, a shared vision, & mems know the work they are doing really matters!
A3: Collaborative mindset requires courage, vision, openness, trust, respect, compassion, empathy, oh my!
Feedback is the ultimate trust building factor of collab- shows respect & trust
Jumping in late.....A3. I think it all begins with relationships. Can't push Ts out of comfort zone if you don't know who them
A3 to foster collaboration mindset-1 know your limitations,2 be truthful,3 be open-minded,4 LISTEN b4 speaking,5 work w/ others
I feel same about lesson plans when we spend time filling in words not thinking about better approach
Model collab & as a leader, set it as a culture expectation. Attend PLCs, receive leadership coaching https://t.co/yKmqSSCYZZ
A3- PLC support, recognition/ affirmation, devoting and protecting time for it. It can't just be another item on the to do list
A3 Starts with building relationships, gaining trust & freedom to be honest
A3: then, at every opportunity, model, model, model. Lead by example. Put on display how you expect teams to work.
A3: Model collaboration, provide opportunities for practice, share decision-making with others, celebrate group achievements
A2: collaboration often not completed in 1sitting. Time to reflect, generate ideas, & keep conversation going
A3 Don't assume everybody is in the same mindset YET. And model it like crazy: inquire, listen & respond to all voices
A3: one way is to use fac mtg time doe PLC E/T else can be emailed.
A3 a positive and growth mindset, knowing improvements can always be made
Very important points! https://t.co/QM55RwL1vI
A3: Have to get to know people. Is there fear? Insecurity? What is their emotional mindset?
A3: collaborative mindset by identifying "your schools" big ideas- focus on learning, collaborative culture,& results oriented.
Q3- my motto-be willing to lead by example- servant leader & my must is take calculated risk https://t.co/ECa65rBAYd
A3: Switch out the words I and my for we and our. See the good in others. Help others see the possible. https://t.co/8PstVVBrEF
I second that statement! Ladies who inspire!
A3: Yes, foster collaboration by having everyone participate regardless of position, title, or rank. https://t.co/ekLuUujil5
A3: Individuals need to feel valued and supported, then collaboration comes naturally.
A3 by providing opportunities to collaborate.
Explain/model the why for the systematic approach, leave the how of collaboration to those doing the work. Show trust!
A2 You can tell collaboration is authentic by the common practice across the team and widespread results.
Model, model, model...daily. See every conversation as an opportunity to plant seeds of change.
A3: Investing in others. Modeling a caring heart
A3: First, build on T strengths & put them on right seats on the bus. Then give team members a specific responsibility/role.
embed it intentionally in the school's culture. Set time for it. Model it. Encourage it. Be Collaboration.
A3 By bringing people together to work on something everyone feels is important. Building a strong team takes time to grow.
A3: one way is to use fac mtg time as PLC; E/T else can be emailed.
truth. we have to model and teach collaboration vs. divvying up pieces https://t.co/X06YvlFnNK
A3: By focusing on and revising the goals and not taking a Divide & Conquer approach to tasks
A3: one way is to use fac mtg time as PLC; E/T else can be emailed.
A1: 1st acknowledge we must revamp the culture. Change structures to pursue desired condition of authentic collaboration
A3: Be real about your own growth - especially important to bring to the table things you're questioning yourself about.
A3: By listening to understand instead of to reply, being available to your team as a resource not solely as a problem solver.
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A3 ✔️ ego. Listen intently. Think how can these 2 or 3 ideas work in concert? Is theirs a better direction? +/- Then respond.
A3. I try to be vulnerable in the group I am leading. I don't mind saying I don't know, what do you think?,how would you do it?
A3 Fostering a culture of transparency where ind. add value to one another to highlight strengths. Inspire all to share voice.
A3: Foster collaborative mindset by using Human Centered Design. Start w/ Empathy to include all voices. https://t.co/f3iZvYKVMc
A3 This starts way before the collaboration begins with strong positive relationships among staff of all levels.
A3: Work on relationships & trust, model professionalism and the 2-way street of communication https://t.co/OfqtDCdOyu
A3: Be reflect and transparent, listen, and value others.
Collaboration CANNOT be hey you suck; let me help you.
There has to be intentional positivity in the creation
A3 Encouraging people to step out of their comfort zones, knowing they are in a safe environment that promotes learning &growing
A3: Begin with the why; Establish Desired Outcomes; Shared Voice; Leave Titles at the Door; Chocoate
A3 B willing 2 listen & expect 2 hear purposeful perspectives Choose 2 add value & be open minded believe in the power of Yet
A3 Foster a collab mindset in the words we choose: What is our purpose? What can we accomplish? Together success or failure
True. Do not just agree but if you do not agree challenge the status quo & make the outcome stronger
A3: Eliminate judgement. Build connections. Frequently talk about supporting each other. Praise efforts https://t.co/Ur8O572j5J
A3:Set the example, work w/ them, show the way. This is a culture shift that takes time. Create processes that require collab
A3-We build relationships first. Collab won't happen authentically if we don't trust each other first.
A3-Sometimes I ask myself if I am asking the right questions. Do my questions provoke reflection and drive us to do better
A3: Ask for others to help lead; a team is much stronger than an individual. Collective ownership is key!
A3: The mindset occurs when one experiences successful encounters-Through listening & following through https://t.co/NWwG3jXfjk
It is the YET that is so important! https://t.co/IkthBsjZkg
A3 Don't assume everybody is in the same mindset YET. And model it like crazy: inquire, listen & respond to all voices
A3: We have to have dialogue about our goal before we can ever do the work to achieve it.
A3: Building relationships and trust among your colleagues. Promote leadership and a have a solid goal.
Yes, because if you model vulnerability they will be more likely to open themselves up to do the same. https://t.co/3QpBKPZKMg
A3. I try to be vulnerable in the group I am leading. I don't mind saying I don't know, what do you think?,how would you do it?
I admire ALL of you! You teach me so much! :)
A3 cont'd: I've found saying "How do WE do this" makes some uncomfortable. They'd prefer to be told, then complain abt decision.
A3: Model collaboration by collaborating
A3: be there for the tribe. Each team is at a different place. Accept that & help them grow https://t.co/USQGFAS7nZ
A3. If you exhibit a know it all mindset don't think you are going to foster collaboration. Admit the need for all minds on deck
A3: Collaboration can best be fostered through trust, time, and tools.
A3. As a P, show through actions that I'm willing to collaborate
YES! - If you've made a decision and we won't have input, don't pretend that we do. Give us the gift of time
Yep https://t.co/wocZHTe2Xg
A3: Yes, foster collaboration by having everyone participate regardless of position, title, or rank. https://t.co/ekLuUujil5
A3: Individuals need to feel valued and supported, then collaboration comes naturally.
A3 Developing a MAGNETIC shared vision understanding that collaborative teams know no boundaries whereas individuals do.
A2: Talk to each other about practices, Observe each other, Share craft knowledge, Root for one another's success!! Roland Barth
A3: Encourage others to collaborate in a way that works for them not that works for me.
A3: Foster collaboration by allowing leadership to emerge regardless of title, position, or rank.
A3: Leaders can foster a collaborative mindset by creating a culture that supports and celebrates real collaboration.
A3: Quite often, the most difficult part is building trust amongst members, holding each member accountable & being vulnerable
A3: Investing in people, team building, strengthening relationships, building indiviual capacity. https://t.co/wGfEapzGmg
Yes! We need to know colleagues, focus on strengths, support areas of growth. Relationships critical. https://t.co/qi10WYXc1l
A3: Have to get to know people. Is there fear? Insecurity? What is their emotional mindset?
A3: do what it takes to demolish walls and pretense
Forced Collaboration may not be as successful but keeping an open- mind & positive outlook you can find common path
Sometimes it starts with some extrinsic rewards. We have a competition called "Collaboration Bling." https://t.co/8rP2lZMSzd
Leaders often think they have to know it all. They don’t. I learned so much from the staff I worked with.
A2 Lead with why. Create structures. Empower and give autonomy in the how. https://t.co/gIo53gtzFN
Explain/model the why for the systematic approach, leave the how of collaboration to those doing the work. Show trust!
This made me laugh out loud. Just did proactive/reactive lang w/ Ss. I believe that would be reactive....
A3 It begins with setting the example. Work with, listen, & learn from your Ts. Modeling a growth mindset is powerful for all!
A3 If I'm not willing to be real, make mistakes, take risks, admit to being wrong, how will anyone else feel safe doing it?
Coll. mindset is GROWTH mindset. You can't do it all. Brilliant Ts are everywhere. Monopolize on strengths & make magic happen.
A3 you have to model it & make time for it- open yourself up to feedback, be transparent & honor diverse perspectives
What does this look like?
Gotta run friends! This has been great! But my boy is on the football field! Thanks for inspiring me this morning!
Question 4 in 2 minutes!!!
A3. I like to build relationships, then guide and model collaboration sports the Ss have a starting point.
A3 The leader is charged with modeling a collab mindset & creating authentic collabiration opportunities.
A3: Providing time for Ts to collaborate. Understanding that it is a process of trial and error. Praising positive progress.
A3. Model...model...model
I think this is the mark of an amazing leader of learning.
You just never know the "why" unless you take the time to find out.
Gotta run...Keep this conversation going! Love that PMDeWitt is leading this conversation...and love that you are all "in"..
thank you. Trust the sixth sense.
A3: Share purpose, create safe place to talk, know how to have , build momentum and bring others aboard.
A3: You actually have to teach it. Go figure? We teach our staffs the 4 steps of "Candid Collaboration" in our 250 NEU schools.
A3: Embracing the idea that many hands make light work & that I get more when I'm not the smartest person in the room
Great point. Is this the right goal? Is this the right time? Is it attainable? Are we settling? https://t.co/kX2DcgNoH5
A3: We have to have dialogue about our goal before we can ever do the work to achieve it.
Yes! https://t.co/iNHVvVgCjG
A2 Lead with why. Create structures. Empower and give autonomy in the how. https://t.co/gIo53gtzFN
Explain/model the why for the systematic approach, leave the how of collaboration to those doing the work. Show trust!
Authenticity, as well as empathy, flow out of high levels of emotional intelligence. Vital for today's modern leaders.
A3 cont'd: Haven't found a way to engage those folks yet, but it's always a work in progress!
A3: honestly listen, respond TO ideas, tweak your own thinking openly
I see a theme with your answers this morning which is so true, trust goes a long ways.
A2. When it becomes culture within the school, part of your values. Not just in a document.
A3:I yield to the expertise of the group. Each individual brings strengths. I constantly seek to learn. https://t.co/vcdIOdKXok
A3 Growth Mindset "It's not only about me."
If you know what's best for kids, do what's best for kids. Break out of the mold.
Thank you for saying that! Introverts/extroverts, auditory/visual learners....
A3 Relationships with trust are a must for successful collaboration.Working together includes exposing weakness.
A3 Eye contact, activelistening. Drawing in members to share ideas. Keeping the group focused on goals. https://t.co/o7Dk9iqyFy
I learn every day from the students and teachers I'm fortunate enough to serve! https://t.co/URof6ewXhQ
Leaders often think they have to know it all. They don’t. I learned so much from the staff I worked with.
A3: Foster collaboration by costing interdependency.
We have to be willing to be vulnerable as leaders if we expect our staff to do the same.
I need time to listen, process, think, reflect, repeat!
If teachers are leaders of their own learning, they don't need a schedule to meet-they make their own! https://t.co/cjODjMkYnm
Building trust and a culture stimulating team work.
A3: you foster the mindset by being consistent, creative, communicating, and by captivating the love of learning and growth!
A3: Must apply GROWTH mindset. You can't do it all. Brilliant Ts are everywhere. Monopolize on strengths & make magic happen.
Wow! PLN brought the awesome this morning!!!
Agreed! Spot on thinking at this morning! https://t.co/NTrEYU4qdg
A3: Quite often, the most difficult part is building trust amongst members, holding each member accountable & being vulnerable
A3 Always comes back to bldg relationships, valuing knowledge, expertise, experience of others... culture of trust
A3: foster co-learning environment, 'all-voices important' classroom container & precepts of appreciative inquiry. B-school prof
A3: Trust! Also share rationale for decision-making, drawing heavily from themes+findings from collaborative convos.Lrn 2gether.
A3. Could you add minutes of your PLC meetings to Drive and share w/ others?
Reflection is so important to seal the deal!
A lot of leaders ask for feedback and then shut-down when the hear anything negative. We must do better https://t.co/cT4fY4nz5z
A3 you have to model it & make time for it- open yourself up to feedback, be transparent & honor diverse perspectives
A3: Say "yes" more. Fill the buckets of those around you. Ask what you can do to support others. Listen more than you speak.
A3. Great leaders understand that a meeting of the minds is the most powerful strategy to problem solve.
right. Plus, there are different ways to collaborate. Not always 50/50 work.
A4 The most productive teams are just that teams. They anticipate challenges take them on & together determine action.
Celebration is so important! My former principal engrained that culture into me 6 years ago & I'm so grateful!
I also think it is important to provide time for collaboration and protect that time.
A3: Foster collaboration by fostering the six facets of understandings (Wiggins and McTight, 2005).
A3: I received some great tools to help teams analyze their level of collaboration at a conf. on PLCs years ago
Definitely important to have a goal in mind, keeps everyone focused!
Absolutely. I learn daily, & often I learn from the questions others ask. It helps me to understand individuals.
A4) Sit back, listen, and observe.
A3: Good morning ! Really appreciating the conversation this morning. Lead by example. Grow others. https://t.co/O7avDrKlm6
A4 Listen. Let others lead. Lead from behind.
A4: If you take over, it’s no longer collaboration. I remind myself to shut up and listen!
A4: Listen for the purpose of understanding. We can't listen if we are the ones talking!
A4: I am a great listener and questioner. It's a strength.
A4: By asking more questions and giving less answers.
totally agree. It becomes who you are as a school-collaborative mindset
A4) I give the T's a focus for collaboration & leave the room. I trust their conversations are for the benefit of our students.
This is great, not just another document. Rather, it's a part of the culture.
Very true, collaboration can't be forced, it must part of the culture.
A1 Collaborative mindset begins with being open and receptive to all ideas and discussions.
A3 clear vision. Celebrate skills each member brings. Emphasize that work is grtr than 1 person & we can achieve more w/ collab.
A4-You have to let others talk. You might not like what they say at time but if you shut them down then they will never speak
A4. Take more notes, listen deeper, form more questions, make sure when I speak it's intentional, clear & with purpose.
That got my attention! Perfect! https://t.co/74BBKnRHTv
A3: When an "open-door policy" means an open heart and an open mind...
Yes! You should see the texts, DMs & phone calls we make at all hours! Evident on Twitter, too
A3:Most ppl can't be what they can't see.As ldrs have to model, encourage & acknowledge collab efforts. https://t.co/vQrErq0Q2D
Set clear expectations for time/space or we lose trust. TBH if its not a collaborative mtg. call it a business mtg. & press on.
A collab group Ts & Ss daily cooperate to make the classroom positive & authentic. Trust & respect.
Jumping in late A4: listen
A4: Listening more than we talk is certainly a trend in this answer! Makes me hopeful for leadership!
A4:List more, talk less. Serve as facilitator and resource, not the leader for the moment.
WHAT a way to start a Saturday morning! Awesome! https://t.co/a20NMHwK5j
Wow! PLN brought the awesome this morning!!!
A3: collaborative mindset is fostered when people are empowered to work together to solve authentic problems to improve
Engage and interact. Showing up, but being absent is not Collaborative leadership! https://t.co/rguCW9uQr8
If teachers are leaders of their own learning, they don't need a schedule to meet-they make their own! https://t.co/cjODjMkYnm
feedback is a formative tool ...constructive criticism should be expected if it is not there -something is wrong
Wise advice from the Captain on collaboration:
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Picard management tip: There's no need to solve hard problems alone. Admit when you need help.
A4: Listen to understand, not to respond.
A4: Wow. This is a challenge for me. I've gotten very good at asking questions, but I do struggle with not being a "solver."
A4: I'll plan the collab session, but have Ts lead it from the start. SEts tone for progress.
A4: Get out of their way and trust them
A4 work on becoming a better listener than you are communicator as leaders we naturally just want to fix it why
A4: Sometimes it is hard as leaders to focus on listening instead of trying to solve problems immediately. I am guilty of this.
A4: I like to be the "quiet leader", let others shine around me. I have never needed the spotlight on me.
A4. I stay silent and smiling. Only speak if asked a question and then answer the question with a question.
This is an unfortunate truth. https://t.co/ZPQvaplepJ
A3 cont'd: I've found saying "How do WE do this" makes some uncomfortable. They'd prefer to be told, then complain abt decision.
Agree! It's scary when we don't expect it.
A4- Focus on the strengths of the team. Let everyone operate from a personal strength to build the collective power of the group
A4: Be present in the conversation that is going on around you instead of thinking of your next point or agenda item.
A4 balance between sitting back to let process happen & providing guidance-share big pic 2 help process https://t.co/k2ZrLo5VKk
Q4: I always try to remind myself that 'collective ownership' is much more powerful than just 'buy-in' https://t.co/7aN0iQ3a9F
A4: in my head I am saying, "listen, listen, listen"!
A4: learn to take a step back, listen more than you talk, allow others to have a go, keep an open mind to new & different views
A4 Start with a mindset of listening and learning from others!
Absolutely! Model & support it. https://t.co/N9TUdOr1Qh
A3) As educators, we are all in this together. Be open to change & new ideas. Leaders have to model collaboration.
A4 Actively listen to thoughts, ideas of others.
A4: Taking over the collaboration should never be the goal. Gentle nudges in the right direction w/ affirmations is a must.
A4: Utilize loose-tight leadership. Provide an expectation of a product from meeting time. How they get there is up to them
A5 I ask a lot of questions- How has this worked for you? What would you do in this case? More open conv https://t.co/2QkIu30H0d
Working with others should be fun, enjoyable, playful...creating that environment adds to success of sustaining collaboration.
A2 Authentic collaboration includes follow up. Deeds have to follow and match words.
A4 Listen, think, stop talking when I start using I to describe the work.
A collaborative mindset: So well put! https://t.co/YBvIAzYOTy
A3: You must live it in the meaningful work you do. Others will understand that their voice matters and join in.
so true, one of the hardest yet most important skills to master. Always room for improvement (for me at least).
A4: Love being note-taker, I get to hear everything and really process the information.
A4: Communication = speaking AND listening. Be willing to do both effectively.
A4 This is hard! Sometimes I just have to sit back and listen without adding anything. Remember it's not about getting my way.
A4. 'Adaptive schools' strategies!
Q4- Covey #5 – Seek first to understand, then to be understood
A4: I like to talk, so I must be aware of my actions. It is continual, real-time reflection about my role in the collab.
A4: Actively seeking ways to give everyone a voice as the most important part. Not just blurting out my ideas.
A4: actively listen....instead of waiting to respond. Don't just wait for your turn to talk..... https://t.co/hYn6myjIRv
A4: Trust the team, establish the why, be a resource, and most importantly, listen.
A4 My wise friendtor said to always go into collaboration asking, What will I learn? Best. Advice. Ever.
A4: Be mindful of how much you are speaking. Are you asking questions that encourage others to share? https://t.co/p3FSTwnWt7
A4 Listening to questions & ideas fosters my ability to grasp where the team is at. Active listening, and sharing when fitting.
A4. Listen often. Ask questions for reflection, which would perpetuate the conversation.
A4 Be mindful of intentions. Listen. Will idea help 📈 or 📉. Use statements such as, I heard you say. Ask Q about their idea
A4: Protocols ensure everyone can share thoughts & ideas. Intentionally listen, interrupting only to paraphrase & reflect.
A4: There has to be teacher ownership; can't be something done to them. It can't be my idea; has to be their idea.
Agreed. Need to sharpen my listening skills!
A4: Avoid taking over collaboration by understanding that stakeholders may be dependent, independent, and interdependent...
A4: Listen to learn-Question to gain an understanding.
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A4 be an active listener - hear what others are saying then respond / have purpose & be willing to step back
A4: YES! We have to balance listening and talking. And, follow as much as we lead. Take risks, believe. https://t.co/RXMAeJvcMX
A4: Listen for the purpose of understanding. We can't listen if we are the ones talking!
A4. Ask questions instead of giving answers. Wait time is important. Understanding the process of collaboration. It takes time.
A4: Ask open-ended and reflective questions to get them on track and then walk away. Trust they will get there.
Q3: Respecting others input! Acceptance of others ideas even when they may not align w/ your thinking. https://t.co/N0ybnmrZGY
but by not having the spotlight on you...you have the spotlight on you in a good way!!
A2: authentic collaboration fosters electric classroom experience; compliant collaboration fosters group think. B-school prof on
A3. Empower staff to become drivers for developing a collaborative culture, not passengers to your decisions
A4 Two ears, one mouth. Use them proportionally! Listen to hear, not to speak.
A4 - by NOT sucking the oxygen out of the room with excessive talking ... it is not a listening session
A4: By letting the teachers take ownership. Defining roles, time keeper, scribe, etc. let Ts lead and walk away in and out.
yes! Those who create the work, value the work.
A4: Appoint someone else to be the facilitator of the discussion.
A4: The role of the leader is to LISTEN and PARAPHRASE when seeking collaboration among staff. Also, ask more questions: WHY?
A4 LISTEN - reflect the meaning of what is said; differentiate discussion so reserve ppl can talk in a way they are comfortable
Advice from a true collaborative leader! PS Enjoyed your story in Peter's new book :)
A4: Leading with Questions. What question are WE trying to answer?
A4 Be Present, Be Engaged, Be a Learner
A4: Stop talking. Listen. Ask questions during awkward pauses. "What do you think? or Where do u think we should go from here?"
A4) I have learned to sit back, listen, observe, and not jump in. It's hard at times!
Actively listen and take notes. Being silent while writing gives others an opening to share their ideas.
A4: If it's true collaboration, not one single person should stand out. If someone walked in, the collab would be seamless!
A4: Avoid taking over Collab? Be more like Green Berets. Be embedded. Be supportive. When needed, help kick butt, then fade back
A4: Ask Q's that pique curiosity, position yourself to learn from the dialogue, invite perspectives, & facilitate reflection.
A4 I personally have to be actively mindful to stop, listen, & reflect internally on what I'm hearing. Understanding the mems.
A4: also impt to ask questions to help facilitate if needed
A3) Be humble. Know your approach is only one way. Allow others to challenge your thinking. https://t.co/swWRcca6Ud
and by not having the spotlight on you...you have the spotlight on you in a good way!!
A4 A team that is working collaboratively doesn't need me to put them along.
A4: let others talk! When you do talk, ask more questions than you give answers.
Great point. Covey calls this listening to understand rather than listening to respond.
couldn't have said it better! Work should be play. Play should be work. Fire out of bed in anticipation.
A4: Leadership is knowing how to create the environment for others to grow.
A4 Fight the urge to have a predetermined solution in mind before hearing everyone's thoughts through problem solving process
A4: The fulcrum is like a tug-o-war rope, if we pull everthing too close to ourselves, we'll end up on our butts.
I agree norms & vision for a successful & collaborative team
Q4: share an agenda b/4 and then have Ts respond. Once a mtg starts, they're leading. Ur guiding https://t.co/Ff7OuRCnjF
it is probably the best quote I've seen describing a tie leader
I need to get some talking chips!
A3 Foster a collaborative mindset by setting the example for others to follow.
A4: Pausing & paraphrasing, Norms & Working Agreements, 1 person facilitates (the 1 w/that superpower!) https://t.co/QFSoy8Ij4Y
If vision, purpose, and collective understanding is in place, everyone can lead.
Building teacher leaders! https://t.co/QAJkqMd2Mv
A3: Foster collaboration by allowing leadership to emerge regardless of title, position, or rank.
A4. Rule - speak less in groups. Understand needs, spark excitement, empower, get out of the way. Listen!
A4. Identify a teacher leader to facilitate the collaboration and act as a participant.
A4 Work in progress/ listen, reflect, and guide - designate others to facilitate and be a participant https://t.co/AiCe5PGEtM
Q5: By walking into each session as a facilitator/learner and walking out of each session enlightened.
A4: Honestly, I sometimes take over just to get things done. Need to remember to not rush to get better results in the end.
Agree that it's so important to have a shared understanding of the vision and goal first
A question about building teacher efficacy (1.57 effect size) coming in 3 minutes!
A4: I try 2 attend the first couple of meetings, then only check in when requested. They direct the meeting, I view the product
So many diff ways of accomplishing a goal but as a team finding the most efficient & rewarding. Hear every voice
A4: Listen twice as much as you speak, and when you do speak, deliver a powerful statement that adds value to the conversation.
A4.My leadership mantra is from Vanilla Ice "Stop.Collaborate.&Listen" Listen to all voices! https://t.co/YIpy4kvQsc
No one wants to be part of "fake" collaboration. Don't go in with a secret pre set plan. That's mean and disrespectful.
A4 slow down and listen 👂
A4: Be patient and allow others to contribute: Ask others for input, encourage others in their role as collaborators
A4 By walking into each session as a facilitator/learner and walking out of each session enlightened.
Pulling out the Vanilla Ice lingo!!!
Im not worried about how we get there but want everyone at same location-choose your own path & vehicle https://t.co/4XRipK2PWU
yes! Those who create the work, value the work.
Great mindset! https://t.co/04xblwkk3l
A4 My wise friendtor said to always go into collaboration asking, What will I learn? Best. Advice. Ever.
A1 Collaboration is when a group works together to reach a specific goal, or to embark on an adventure. https://t.co/ml56xiB4V3
A4: Remember primary purpose is to build capacity in others. Build teams that don't "need" me. https://t.co/IllgVdRN4p
This is so important and yet not talked about enough. Also difficult to judge in the interview process. https://t.co/PP22mK9BIV
Authenticity, as well as empathy, flow out of high levels of emotional intelligence. Vital for today's modern leaders.
THIS! https://t.co/EWyk1aaPwt
A4: Listen twice as much as you speak, and when you do speak, deliver a powerful statement that adds value to the conversation.
A4 it is NOT my job to lead a discussion ... it is OUR job ... each person has a responsibilty can't just sit quietly.
A4: Leadership is understanding that stakeholder outcomes is a directed reflection of those who fostered such outcomes.
Love Covey!
"You have two ears and one mouth. Use them accordingly."
A4:If you don't know something, don't continue to speak so you don't feel inadequate.
Driving own agenda, exactly!
Amen. Best skill is listening
All those things need 2B the norm & ingrained in the culture. If you don't have trust, you've got nothing.
Q4 It takes a conscious effort! Telling myself to shut up & listen with the help of an accountability partner! Teamwork helps! 😊
Besides empathy, emotional intelligence also provides greater self-awareness. Like empathy, it should be one of the constants.
A4 biting my tongue and allowing the space and time for Ts to find their voice.
A4: Must have a compelling conviction to develop next generation of leaders.
A4-Try to ask more questions than answers. Let them lead to solutions or ideas.
I love that you're not just saying a canned answer. Big fan of authenticity!
I love that you responded with one of Covey's Habits! Just finished Leader in Me and beginning the 7 habits
A4 Collaboration is team effort. Focus on team contribution not yours.
A4: ask more questions, seek to understand, listen and get feedback to understand your impact in collaborations, don't assume
A4)personally I have to make sure I'm not taken advantage of. All should actively seek to share the work and input their ideas
As I recently read, comes not from the ones you see giving answers but asking the questions. https://t.co/t0zygTS83b
A4: By asking more questions and giving less answers.
A4: Pause and paraphrase - listen carefully and set up opportunities to let each voice be heard
A4. Leaders ought to remember you don't have to lead every meeting. Let someone else lead and participate as a member instead.
Great filtering question: Is what I am about to say going to ADD VALUE to the conversation? https://t.co/CklaMlzHnT
A4: Listen twice as much as you speak, and when you do speak, deliver a powerful statement that adds value to the conversation.
A4: I don't provide an agenda unless it's my meeting. If it's their team meeting then they provide the agenda.
Critical friend or accountability partner = amazing! We should all be sure to have one of these. https://t.co/U8Sf7kxvvb
Q4 It takes a conscious effort! Telling myself to shut up & listen with the help of an accountability partner! Teamwork helps! 😊
A4 Be mindful that collaboration is akin to a four-way intersection. Everyone knows the rules and yields right of way to others.
Remember your ultimate goal; self-discipline
Gr8 points-esp. being present! Can be hard some days when you're moving fast, but so critical to success!
So true. If members feel valued & safe they will take risks & challenge themselves
Thank you! Being authentic with your team has huge value & impact as well. Need to be real! :)
The single-most powerful leadership book I've read in my life. Enjoy.
Yes, knowing the why and the reasoning process creates a commitment.
Kristen Nan from Pittsburgh! Let's do this! 3rd grade all subjects
A4: Plan agendas intentionally--use norms & protocols 2 ensure all have a voice; shared decision making https://t.co/j7jul5ji6b
A4: I always try to think about how I can talk less and listen more. That means having others lead conversations.
Have to jump out of early! Have a great day all! 😊
A2 When collaborators are willing to communicate in an honest fashion & are allowed to ask questions. https://t.co/3Y5OR398CN
Agreed! https://t.co/gE4ZucKnrQ
Great filtering question: Is what I am about to say going to ADD VALUE to the conversation? https://t.co/CklaMlzHnT
A4: Listen twice as much as you speak, and when you do speak, deliver a powerful statement that adds value to the conversation.
I do too and have to be the note-taker and stay quiet. I see big picture while my team focuses on getting there
A norm is my students have to be active participants in their learning, we talk about what that looks like.
We must dispel the myth that only those with titles can lead. Leadership takes place at all levels.
Teachers have to drive the collaboration or it won't be authentic.
great advice. If I am the guest, let them guide. Be a part of the conversation, don't become the conversation.
Agreed! https://t.co/BorOcwZqcO
Great filtering question: Is what I am about to say going to ADD VALUE to the conversation? https://t.co/CklaMlzHnT
A4: Listen twice as much as you speak, and when you do speak, deliver a powerful statement that adds value to the conversation.
Agreed! https://t.co/cKjYJny4DZ
Great filtering question: Is what I am about to say going to ADD VALUE to the conversation? https://t.co/CklaMlzHnT
A4: Listen twice as much as you speak, and when you do speak, deliver a powerful statement that adds value to the conversation.
We live in a world where the expert is being replaced by the learner. Embrace a beginners mindset.
A4 Focus on how you can support others' growth rather than how you can convince them to follow you
A1 is listening, sharing, and building upon ideas collectively
By implementation in the classroom. Is there follow thru?
Q5:How do teachers share best practices with each other? Building collective teacher efficacy (1.57. https://t.co/qrKE8V7RvO
how might leaders respond to criticism without losing authority?
Ask WHAT they think. WHY they think that. HOW can we use it to help students and WHEN will we use these ideas.
A5 Best practices are best shared when they illustrate how a problem has been solved by changing.
protocols are powerful to create safe environments & ensure equity of voice.
A5: I am working on building a learning hashtag for our school fam . It is slow going b/c it''s new.
Great advice. Thanks - will try next time I get the urge!!!
What a shift this can make in collaboration & culture! I love this! https://t.co/AY2HFjDtnG
A4 Focus on how you can support others' growth rather than how you can convince them to follow you
The real challenge is getting folks to be vulnerable enough to admit their growth opportunities, to make it ok to not know.
Totally late frm Pittsbgh, catching up A4 actively listen,time to consider othrs input,learn abt othrs during this time
Students are amazing leaders when given the opportunity!
The best leaders actually don't have a title!
A5 I always learned from Ts thru faculty meeting smack downs and sharing. Teaming also allowed for convos
A4 this is tricky though as some actively dnt want to lead and prefer to have a rep for want of better time.it still works
A5 The best sharing comes from watching each other in practice. So powerful to SEE the learning & practice in action
A5: Learning walks in other classrooms and schools. POWERFUL.
That's it!!! https://t.co/F20bIAtvip
We must dispel the myth that only those with titles can lead. Leadership takes place at all levels.
A4: We use a variety of protocol ideas 2 make sure everyone shares ideas & is part of the conversation https://t.co/Hehux7yktL
As the great says, “When the principal sneezes the whole school catches a cold!”
We agree! Can feel awkward at first, but essential to work that muscle until it becomes the norm.
A5 Share best practices through personal interactions and by observing during classroom visitations.
No worries, thanks for jumping in!
Agreed! Constantly learning from staff. Leaders can't know it all. value knowledge shared https://t.co/luCVIUsRhe
Leaders often think they have to know it all. They don’t. I learned so much from the staff I worked with.
Googledoc we share files, quick emails to share new ideas quickly, talking a lot between classes Twitter https://t.co/wOE21TMdHM
A5) Trying to push school hashtag for teachers to share their best practices.
A5: Sharing "best practices" is understanding that this is not a group phenomenon but rather an individual (& contextual) one.
A4: Stay out of the way and let them do their thing. Be available if they need you and stay out of it.
A4: Carefully constructing questions that edit out my pre-conceived judgments.
A5 T -led PD. Critical Friends Groups. Be the T who suggests new teachers watch other colleagues for x, y, or z.
A5-Currently working on this. You have to make it a habit. Develop it in your school culture.
It takes a safe/trusting culture to get people to be vulnerable--even many leaders not willing to go there
A5: CITs, CATs, dept meetings, faculty meetings, curr writing days, Google, dropbox, conversations, etc.
A5 Sadly, most don't ... need more share time at meetings ... what is something cool you are doing.
A5) I facilitated an EdCamp style pd day for teachers to share with each other. It was powerful. Need more of that.
listen to understand, gain more by creating space for honest convos than silencing it
Agreed! Lack of knowing often mentioned the most when we worked w/ staff at all levels in districts on comms audits.
A5: Some of our best collab is done in our hallway between classes. Bouncing ideas, successes, struggles. Love my ELA dept
Providing environments that support collaborative mindsets, lead to...creative, innovative and then exponential mindsets.
A5: Swallow ego. Understand that S success is not a competition. Have something that works? Share it! https://t.co/okdWibYGyR
A5- Building-based Teacher-led Wed. Workshops, PLN's, Twitter Chats, PLC's, self-sought mentoring relationahips
A5 Building positive relationships with your colleagues is just as important as building positive relationships with students.
A5: We must great spaces 4 authentic conversation, both traditional & non-. I'm hoping to start a school Twitter chat this year.
By acknowledging if true and then detailing how we will improve. Humility increases authority.
A5: By opening up their room and allow others to watch them teach!
A5: Share practices via a PLN.
A5: My best ideas/practices came from informal discussions with Ts next door. Doesn't have to be formal https://t.co/nieBOdEJoi
A5 Informal conversations, staff presentations, blogs, sharing student samples, open doors.
A5 Best way: share through peer observations, record for reflection. is a great tool for this! https://t.co/NEtBXeQ8Mv
On the money as always, Teresa!
A5: provide Edcamp style PD opportunities. Let Ts lead staff meetings, provide learning walk oops, start a Twitter chat
A5: faculty meetings, PLC's, peer observation, casual conversation in the staff room, Twitter chats
A5: Leaders can facilitate "field trips" for teachers to learn from one another internally or across nearby school districts
A5: come to my room and look around
A5: CLTs, peer observation, coaching, networking, professional learning w/in & across schools...face-to-face or online. PLNs!
A5: The small conversations in the hallway about what is working in our rooms!
doing things differently to meet needs of Ss. I cover the same material but teach it differently depending on class.
Totally right, Alejandra!
A5 I share by inviting others in my class, visiting other classes, blogging, & Tweeting out my Ss successes
that’s why I really like “collective efficacy,” we are only as good as all of us together.
A5: Share teaching practices both within the organization and beyond it.
Everyone talks for a reason;often it's to 1up the other person;what is your purpose?to convince?Persuade?Add? Create?Or destroy?
Visiting each others' classes, teacher led PL, blogs- leader's responsibility is to remove barriers https://t.co/2ddrnhctKI
A5 Watch each other, open your door, invite peers in
Best Compliment from colleague: I love coming in your room, I always get new ideas.
A3 listen and show interest, modeling, acknowledge weakness/nds, & willingns to learn & grow , build relatshps
A3 Trust. Allow collaborators to do their job with minimal interference. Micromanagement kills creativity and productivity.
Agreed! https://t.co/YElEceVog9
Great filtering question: Is what I am about to say going to ADD VALUE to the conversation? https://t.co/CklaMlzHnT
A4: Listen twice as much as you speak, and when you do speak, deliver a powerful statement that adds value to the conversation.
Absolutely. Until all are willing to be honest about their opportunities and strengths, collaboration is limited.
So agree! Being present is essential. Not attendance present. Engagement present. Love it!
A4: Will they get more out of the conversation if I ask a scaffolded Q instead of giving my own A or input? Just like Ss.
A5: through "collaboration"... Observing others in action, suggestions, discussions, and networking.
A5: I like to talk with my colleagues at the copy machine to collaborate. Can I have a copy of that? Easy collaboration.
A5: Share teaching practices with those who have opposing views.
A5 Asking what a colleague is doing well shows humility, then you're free to share your best with them https://t.co/9o8bgqnDDy
So true. It's even ok to say, "I don't know" and ask others for guidance. https://t.co/V52vqnd9Qn
A4:If you don't know something, don't continue to speak so you don't feel inadequate.
A5: Learning walks, twitter, teacher led PD, blogging. Great teachers look for ways to learn from others!
A5: I love the Pineapple Chart that & created in their book Hacking Education
Got that right, self-directed learning applies to adults as much as it does students!
A5: Risk-free. It's the culture we establish. Tied to goals/results. Best-practice, not popular practice.
A5 By analyzing data and student work, teachers strengths and best practice becomes apparent and sought after!
A5: On chats, observations, videos from their class, meeting w/others, happy hour? Blogging, visit other schools
A5:We have weekly PLC meetings where Ts plan and share. We use docs, , , to share resources.
Yes, I agree! I think it is happening all the time, every day in a more casual way.
A5 asking others when you notice interesting, trend the positive in school thru signs,chats,etc, learn from subject experts
Trust! You've relationships in advance & show you value your Ts https://t.co/obulAki4wE
A4) I give the T's a focus for collaboration & leave the room. I trust their conversations are for the benefit of our students.
A5: Value a growth mindset and collaborative cultures. The magic will happen!
Agreed. I think it comes down to value. Is the contribution moving things forward?
A5 Collaborate! Safe environment. Culture of learning & growing from each other. No judgements just what's best for kids!
A5. Having the opportunity to visit each other's classroom
A5 This. We can talk about it all day long. So much more impactful when we experience it too. https://t.co/bjtozgnm3s
A5 The best sharing comes from watching each other in practice. So powerful to SEE the learning & practice in action
A5: A caution here: What works for Me, MIGHT NOT work for YOU: different paths for all
As Kevin Kelly shares in The Inevitable, in the new pace of change, we all become "newbies"
A5: PLC time, observing each other, share at staff mtgs (I have to make time for them)
A5.2: Networking online with Hangouts, Skype, Blab, Periscope, and Twitter (of course) can also connect teachers to share
A5: Share teaching practices via OERs and open courseware.
and I set up a Voxer group for Ark Edus. In 2 days I had new writing resources for Kinders from a T across town!
I agree! https://t.co/cD6kl8u1mi
The real challenge is getting folks to be vulnerable enough to admit their growth opportunities, to make it ok to not know.
A5Love using https://t.co/4dz19DkIzC & posting resources. Created group so they can check them out & search for topics needed.
Got to develop that mindset on my campus. We are better together. https://t.co/fjE9OnW8pE
A5: come to my room and look around
I love this! https://t.co/yAYxTLjwYK
A4) I give the T's a focus for collaboration & leave the room. I trust their conversations are for the benefit of our students.
A5: open classroom doors, share examples & ideas on # or blogs, share process not just the end product.
Very excited to present at ASCD with ... "Blueprint for Awesome:Transforming your school through COLLABORATION!"
LOVE LOVE just wandering through classrooms. Get so many amazing ideas.
A3 Trust. Allow collaborators to do their job. Micromanagement kills creativity & productivity. https://t.co/rmXLI5K4Qj
A5 I love when Ts can be freed up for a block to go & observe another teacher on their team. It's both modeling & sharing!
love this idea! Must implement
A5 if strong PLC'S are nurtured around curriculum assessment and instruction it will cultivate conversation about best practice
Open classrooms are awesome! Lesson studies are great when implemented well. Video records of excellent teaching!
A5: Share teaching practices with the understanding that they might change tomorrow.
A5 we have a staff meeting every month where all tchrs bring one activity they like to share with the group. It's brilliant
A5: we've also done where we share in virtual rooms for 15 min a piece. Quick, easy, effective https://t.co/YlXV6JqTTI
A5: In EVERY faculty meeting, we allow time to share most recent success. It comes down to making time, & that's on leadership.
Question your questions! https://t.co/FJWmyBTN5i
A3-Sometimes I ask myself if I am asking the right questions. Do my questions provoke reflection and drive us to do better
A5: By realizing it's not a competition that you win if you look like you know more than the others. https://t.co/d0KFat6dyF
so true. So hard to exert at times.
Good pedagogy is lifelong pedagogy, for professionals too. https://t.co/kGn7pCoy68
Got that right, self-directed learning applies to adults as much as it does students!
A5) Too many ways for a Tweet-but it's the Ps job to provide a culture for those opportunities to happen https://t.co/BhmVFzPhTk
A4: For developing teams, group norms can be very helpful to make sure all voices are heard and prevent conversation domination
A5 Ts effectively share best practices when leaders cultivate collaborative environments and provide opportunities to share.
Nice to see a friend from Saratoga on here! Hope my cousin is treating you well!
A5: Share teaching practices to encourage others to do the same.
A5-We got the technology. Video it and share it.
Great chat...gotta run Thx for the thought provoking!
A5: Give Ts a voice at meetings. Share w/ table mates one great thing you did this week. Spotlight teachers- have them share.
I have become fantastic at taking ideas and making them meet my needs. Excellent point!
Agreed! https://t.co/BorOcxh14m
Great filtering question: Is what I am about to say going to ADD VALUE to the conversation? https://t.co/CklaMlzHnT
A4: Listen twice as much as you speak, and when you do speak, deliver a powerful statement that adds value to the conversation.
A5 Ts 1st need to be provide time to share ideas, 2nd a safe space to share w/o criticism, 3rd freedom to choice what to learn
A4: personalized learning groups based on teacher goals and interests, district wide carousels, district unconference, collab
This is hard for many. I am guilty of this!
One of my fav things to do.
A5 Hallway Convos, PRODUCTIVE PLC Meetings, LESSON STUDY, EdCamp Style PD, Pop-Up PD, Social Media
Asking a question to help understanding is more successful that sharing a different opinion. https://t.co/YgV7CRdehO
A4: Will they get more out of the conversation if I ask a scaffolded Q instead of giving my own A or input? Just like Ss.
A5 Provide multiple ways TS can get in each other's classrooms.
A5: ask each other for advice, engage in co-planning units of work, maybe co-teach a lesson too
Voxer is amazing we use it too. Quick little blurbs open great convo throughout the day
Some1 asked, "why don't u just place those in mailboxes?" Shared - "OH! I have to get into classrooms!" https://t.co/WoOL3StFUS
LOVE LOVE just wandering through classrooms. Get so many amazing ideas.
A5: personalized learning groups based on teacher goals and interests, district wide carousels, district unconference, collab
A5 Don't forget to tap addnl resources-share BPs w/ your PTA, dist comms office, at Bk2SchoolNt to raise awareness
Critical we understand, encourage & provide different opportunities in collaboration process, actions & outcomes.
A5 Best practices can be shared in 100's of microconversations in hallways and places throughout school-Ts have common goals
A5: Encourage observation in other classrooms & best practices will spread like wildfire. No silos. https://t.co/G7eIskNuo8
Q5:How do teachers share best practices with each other? Building collective teacher efficacy (1.57. https://t.co/qrKE8V7RvO
A5: Share teaching practices realizing that "best practices" is theoretical and not practical.
Woooooohooooo! https://t.co/XJnBaL3Gph
Got that right, self-directed learning applies to adults as much as it does students!
A5: Doesn't matter how you do it, as long as you honor the time to share them.
A4: Have confidence & courage to share we don't have all the answers & allow an authentic brainstorming session
change the course, sets the tone, sustains momentum, you got it!
A5: What we do in our school daily is the most powerful support we can provide for students
A5: the best sharing is modeling! Learning walks. Google docs is a great resource. Weebly- record your teaching & learning
A4 Listen. Ask more questions. Allow others to work towards solutions. Create & support T leaders.
A5. Through action, invite others in to your classroom. Invite Ts to practice the skill they wish to learn & provide feedback.
I agree. Often the one with the courage is the leader, with or without the title. https://t.co/A1dNgZuSoA
Courage is a better word. It takes courage to admit what you don't know and it starts w/ the leader! (IMO🤓)
Culture wins every time. Love the focus on impact over optics. True issue for many edu-leaders: power over purpose
A5: Examine student work in their PLC, protocols like Campus Ghost Walks, sharing during the moment on Twitter...
A5: through conversations, invite them in to model, offer to co-teach. Our obligation as leaders to share their successes, too!
LAST question in 2 minutes! It’s time for you to share!
A5 Looking at student work. This refocuses the conversation from what I (the teacher) did, to what the students learned.
A5 Participate in case studies. Following a student who struggles and gaining ideas and support from colleagues.
A5: get creative--release time, technology, video, social media, scheduling
A3 collaborative mindset is fostered through example.Listen when your Ss speak, give feedback, add ideas, & ask why or why not?
We are trying this in October. Looking forward to the end result!
A4 Tell the team that if you're making a mistake or overstepping boundaries, they must speak up. https://t.co/VIoyaQIRHz
A5 - Teachers need more unfettered discussion time ... teachers talk about our craft when together ... just let us be
A5: We promote learning walks in each others' classrooms. Can observe good practices and give feedback on growing ones.
A5: Release time to observe each other, ask ?s & reflect on it, mini workshops led by Ts in place of "staff mtg"
Great answer! Hallway bulletin boards are a great showcase! https://t.co/870c7JrE6B
A5 Hallway Convos, PRODUCTIVE PLC Meetings, LESSON STUDY, EdCamp Style PD, Pop-Up PD, Social Media
A5: instructional rounds, opening classrooms to observations, tweets, videos
A5: Word of mouth...Here's what I did & it worked. Excitement always leads to sharing! Just not many Ts excited.
A5: Share teaching practices with students, so that they can provide insightful evidence to reflect on.
A5: Like meeting in diff classrooms, getting to see what others are doing.
Look at data & together how to help all Ss reach success
You know it is a great collaboration chat when the Spam starts asking questions.
Principals MUST create a sense of security within the faculty. Only secure Ts will show the vulnerability needed for collab.
LOVE co-teaching. I am such a collaborator that I couldn't imagine not wanting to.
Me too! :D One of the most powerful things we do! https://t.co/cpSMS7c0iV
A5: We promote learning walks in each others' classrooms. Can observe good practices and give feedback on growing ones.
I like the term “instructional rounds.” https://t.co/dgk5pq4QKl
A5: instructional rounds, opening classrooms to observations, tweets, videos
A5 having a "gallery walk" at a faculty meeting has been a wonderful opportunity for sharing strategies & celebrating successes!
A5 through F2F, twitter, dept lots optns Google + communities, connections,
A5: Share teaching practices for better or worse.
A5: Shout-out/reward collaboration and sharing - help people to see that's what makes a great teacher & school. We win together.
Thanks for the insight and learning today
A5 Many Ts connect via fb, pinterest, T/Admin committee plans PD, often T led and facilitated, https://t.co/Xc2vNQWzoy
Q5:How do teachers share best practices with each other? Building collective teacher efficacy (1.57. https://t.co/qrKE8V7RvO
I start each day w/ them checking their e-mail and reflecting on a prompt.
We did this too. Awesome learning! https://t.co/mWNGz6N5FK
A5) I facilitated an EdCamp style pd day for teachers to share with each other. It was powerful. Need more of that.
Maybe we can define it further. Courage, not bravado or ego. It's strength wrapped in humility.
A3 make collaborative time a priority. We removed full faculty mtgs to allow more team time.
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We must model within our staff too. https://t.co/D5av5bUZWs
Principals MUST create a sense of security within the faculty. Only secure Ts will show the vulnerability needed for collab.
A4 The simple acts of allowing dissent, and letting a team know that it's okay to question decisions, makes a huge difference.
Absolutely love how much peer observation is being shared and promoted here. So many different ways to approach it.
The smartest person in the room is The Room!
Most collaborative environments fail to create the trust necessary for the depth of candor that leads to greater idea building
Never tire of seeing this. Love the transparency and example you are to your peers!!
A5: Learning walkthroughs and teaching studies are 2 great ways to model practices; debrief after https://t.co/w8x3Cu9Aoi
agreed! Sometimes we mistake "best practice" w/ "popular practice". We must educate ourselves to C/implement the diff.
YES! Release time for new Ts (or any Ts) to watch your best Ts is empowering! Best PD ever!
Great point - often overlooked, but critical for collaborative success. https://t.co/mLuTmes4nW
Principals MUST create a sense of security within the faculty. Only secure Ts will show the vulnerability needed for collab.
we expected teachers to differentiate for our Ss; shouldn't leaders differentiate for teachers?
A4 I say "sit on your thoughts." I remind myself to do the same. 2 ears 2 hear and 1 mouth to speak double time listening
A6: As a leader, the best collaborative tool is that there is not just one.
A6: Right now our best tool is a space with a big round table where we can all see each other, lay things out, and grapple!
A5 Ex : 7th g took adv of travel time to team up+work on close rdng skills this wk.Impressed! https://t.co/9FminNoFwU
A5 Help them understand that they don't need "everyone on board". Critical Mass wins every time. https://t.co/jDGYDl1ZAq
Educators connect-need life in American Govt & ECON classes. Ideas for more engaged Ss. dm pls
A6 A leader's best collaborative tool is having an open mind and willingness to learn from others. Tech aids are supplemental.
A6: Flipping our faculty meetings was the best way to authentically collaborate around goals we chose as a staff.
YES! Safe spaces become brave spaces. https://t.co/Ks83hjYTGk
Principals MUST create a sense of security within the faculty. Only secure Ts will show the vulnerability needed for collab.
A5. Leaders are not a fountain of all knowledge. Empower others to release their potential. Provide a platform.
A5: every teacher has a strength that is evident in their students' performance. Help Ts find that strength and share.
A5 Ts 1st need to be provide time to share ideas, 2nd a safe space to share w/o criticism, 3rd freedom of choice what to learn
Yes! Experts focus on a destination, learners focus on the journey.
Oh yes. A balanced, yet intertwined mix of courage and humility, rooted in authenticity. This is leadership.
Another great reason to be at your door at start of class.
Yes Katie! Matter of fact, if you have to prove it, is it legit?
Colleague made my day when she told me what an amazing writing teacher I am.
Any tips on how to get staff on voxer? It is SO GOOD.
I think co-teaching is a great practice, good for Ts and Ss, variety, everyone is learning, dynamic, engaging
A6: Google Drive. My team is at 3 diff schools, a lot of collaborating happens online b4 we meet. https://t.co/cxWGouR9yx
Wow. What true looks like. https://t.co/n00MCJN9H5
A1 It's NOT nodding heads. If 4 of you in the room agree on everything, 3 of you aren't needed. Trust enough to do the hard work
A6: Have to again go with relationships - best tool we have.
A6. Best collaborative tool: Culture that supports collaboration, including providing space & time for the work.
I'm still thinking about the potential of this!
Truth: If teachers don't do it, it's not going to get done. If they don't lead it, they don't buy it. https://t.co/sc5GNmNrhw
A5. Teachers are the core of school improvement. The execution of every great strategy is in their hands. Teacher leadership!
A6 Build relationships/collective wisdom to allow effective collaboration to exist/promote "we're in this together" attitude.
A6 Asking how they are doing. How's wife, kids, side job, etc? only ↗️ when you show you care. Be 🌞y when u can.
A5: Transparent Teacher Practices open classroom doors to others for sharing, learning and growing. https://t.co/uboWFhOk0N
Any RGV educators interested in Ed Camp next month, please let me know. will be hosting!
Any RGV educators interested in Ed Camp next month, please let me know. will be hosting!
My takeaway from today's great chat: Trust + shared goals + leveraging strengths + time + reflection = authentic collaboration
This takes a relentless focus on building & maintaining relationships trust.. Always a work in progress https://t.co/auVKZrOJcS
Most collaborative environments fail to create the trust necessary for the depth of candor that leads to greater idea building
So true! Plus knowing if it doesn't work, we stop, toss, and try something new with no blame.
building strong relationships with colleagues is my best collaborative tool! :)
A6: Treating every staff meeting as a PD meeting...creating breakouts based on teacher-need! https://t.co/g4AcH0hoGE
Ts must believe they are doing great things-this helps us to build a shared knowledge.
True, Can't devalue our teachers training and expertise in the process Many ways to teach a child!
As we wind down this morning I want to thank you all for taking time out of your morning to spend with all of us on !!!
Loved seeing everyone and chatting this morning! Have an amazing day and weekend! (May all your teams win!)
Yes, one of the most powerful human gifts! Let’s tell our collective story not to persuade, but to inspire.
A6) Best collaborative tool is using staff meetings for professional learning & not just to share information.
This is important. What does your culture say about the importance of collaboration in your building? https://t.co/4nI7IHAHoM
A6. Best collaborative tool: Culture that supports collaboration, including providing space & time for the work.
and sadly too many Ts are ready to leave and not learn because it wasn't their idea.
A6 strong, positive relationships with ALL staff.
A6 Collaboration tool: Give teachers a voice. Listen.
A6 By best tool for collaboration is my ears- listen more than I speak.
A6: Knowing that every collaborative team will need different support.
A6: The best tool is the one that stakeholders are using and/or the one that could be acquired easily.
Great convo, all. Off to Great Escape!
Yes! need 2 support those who perfect their craft & lead from the classroom https://t.co/WRBafdphXg
A5. Teachers are the core of school improvement. The execution of every great strategy is in their hands. Teacher leadership!
Definitely spoke about that earlier. The idea needs to come together…together!
so true! Some of best collab is 7 minutes between classes sharing what just happened.
if you're placed on a team, that's not automatically just complying, is it? True collaboration still happens?
A4: Guiding the convos/collab until it evolves. Asking others to lead/facilitate.
A6: TIME: spending it with your people: Listening, Observing, Validating their practice ...
A6: Your Inner Circle and multiple perspectives you learn from on
Always great to see the passion and enthusiasm of educators tweeting with . There's some great innovation out there!👍🏻👏🏻
That "trust" word finds its way into all conversations. https://t.co/HYHrU9cDQn
This takes a relentless focus on building & maintaining relationships trust.. Always a work in progress https://t.co/auVKZrOJcS
Most collaborative environments fail to create the trust necessary for the depth of candor that leads to greater idea building
A6: Being mindful. Listening, communicating, framing thinking when necessary, and always being present to support Ts and Ss.
What exactly is a faculty meeting smack down?
A6: Your presence! Be present throughout the building, in meetings, and conversations even when you don't have to be.
Thanks for an awesome hour of learning!
Ask T's to share the awesome things you observe while in their rooms. Kick off PD days w/ T's sharing.
Love your phrase! Safe spaces become brave spaces :)
A6 Promote collaboration among teachers and students.
I need to go back to this book again and again! Thank you for bringing this one into my world amigo!
A6 Best collab tool is relationships. Trust, respect, listening skills, visiting & sharing ideas, welcoming ideas all sets tone.
Agreed! Using school # to share all the amazing things happening. Celebrating the awesome! https://t.co/97DnUn6UQe
A5) Trying to push school hashtag for teachers to share their best practices.
Yes! And our teachers ARE doing great things! https://t.co/7LfbPuDoim
Ts must believe they are doing great things-this helps us to build a shared knowledge.
A6: Best collaborative tool as a leader? Get the heck out of the way of the most important people in the building. It is FREE! 😉
A6: ANY protocol that seeks first to understand, then to be understood. Listen before you speak.
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Yesterday Principal in my room twice. Delivering then asking a favor. I believe it was intentional get in rooms.
A4 In the long-run it's better to have a wounded ego, than to have a team structure where all but one person feels empowered.
A6: To encourage others to ?, learn from each other, and take their time! Praise the process, time, and energy they are taking!
It's on the list! Thanks for sharing!!
https://t.co/OKLiHf5gTD
Best book I've read on creating and building authentic, collaborative environments is, Creativity, Inc. by Ed Catmull.
A6 face 2 face discussions-email/google docs all can save time but can lead to misinterpretations https://t.co/JFxBE2VCaT
A6 Best tool is believing in your purpose. True collaboration begins & ends with a laser focus on WHY
Hate to miss , but loving spending the morning with this little boy continuing to celebrate his birthday! https://t.co/SoRUPZ3RNy
I didn't start the fire, but gonna keep it burning. ;)
A5 collaboration-choice-humility. Engage with colleagues and ask why? Be an open book so that others can bring out your best
Great reflection! That about sums it up! https://t.co/wxL2fLnKUY
My takeaway from today's great chat: Trust + shared goals + leveraging strengths + time + reflection = authentic collaboration
Love seeing "at risk" Ss take risks to improve. need to know someone believes in them & will meet their needs.
we need to know how to have humane, growth producing conversations. An intra & inter p skill set many need.
A6 seating arrangements! Round tables, or circle seating. Don't let the positive energy fall away with a bad space set up!
Are compliance and collaboration mutually exclusive? Probably not. Thoughts?
Teachers are the VOICE. Listen to them, help them, support them! https://t.co/eaLZWxE6mI
A6 Collaboration tool: Give teachers a voice. Listen.
A6: Let stakeholders determine the "best" tool to use and to understand why this is the best tool to use.
A6 Building relationships. Learning about others provides valuable information when making and sustaining genuine change.
Have a wonderful weekend everyone! Jumping out to share the day with good friends. Thanks for the pumped up start to the day.
A6 If you smile at every meeting & elude pos & innovation, take risks & chall one another the strong rel will form & endure
Too often we take an EITHER/OR instead of an AND approach, such as content OR skills, we need much more AND...
Best tweet today! We are ALL in it for the kids. Put away the ego and get to work TOGETHER! https://t.co/F6wQkhn2Is
Yes! https://t.co/dykBB2sC11
A6 Best tool is believing in your purpose. True collaboration begins & ends with a laser focus on WHY
As a VP…visit classrooms, tackle questions together - then build a team that’s focused on the same Q…buy lunch & tackle it!
The only way 2get from compliance to commitment & collaboration is w/trust. Creating a culture of transparency & trust is key!!
A6: Best collaboration tool=reflection. Knowing what you don't know is powerful. Finding ways to learn it is even better
A6: Google Doc agendas that are shared with all in attendance in the meeting - it's our meeting and together, we can do better
A6- Relationships will always be the most important. Without people who trust & respect each other we have no collaboration
I started using it as a feedback tool this week, emailing a Vox to them. Gentle way to expose! https://t.co/lLYxPsY99v
Any tips on how to get staff on voxer? It is SO GOOD.
Or the Ss currently in my room. Always want to seek ideas, but also need to reflect on those gathered https://t.co/ykvILU3TAU
A5: A caution here: What works for Me, MIGHT NOT work for YOU: different paths for all
We had all of our teachers write an "oath" to post outside their room. Most talk about "collaboration!" https://t.co/Kv6D9JHrbl
A6 My listening ears, and using my "5 Second Rule." Pausing 5 seconds after someone speaks before I do. https://t.co/YdOYwX9xNf
Hope all is well. Appreciate you sharing your genius and all the great work you are investing in
Thanks everyone for a great chat this morning. I have to head over to the starting line to watch my daughter run! ❤️
A6: Prioritize time and resources for teachers to work together, build their PLN & strengthen PLC. RUN from one-size-fits-all.
A powerful SYSTEM of collaborative tools: Center for Adaptive Schools SUPER BOSS!!
Thanks for being here Mark!
