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KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Welcome to #KaganChat!

llglass May 30 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi! I'm Linda from Fairfield, Ohio. I teach second grade and I'm a Kagan Coach! #kaganchat

jessica_reddout May 30 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Good evening #kaganchat Jess, MS ELA, from SC! Looking forward to chatting with everyone!

bgriffinteach May 30 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Brittany from SC. 8th ELA. Ready for #kaganchat tonight

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hello Linda! #KaganChat

In reply to @llglass

Schuhmacher22 May 30 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hi :) I’m Tara. I teach HS English in Oelrichs, SD. #KaganChat

MrCoachEli May 30 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Stoked for tonight's #KaganChat! Eli from Albuquerque, NM. Going to attempt to chat while at the gym because I didn't plan my day well 😂

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Welcome to #KaganChat!

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:03 PM EDT

#KaganChat

In reply to @bgriffinteach

Gofutbol7 May 30 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi! I'm Maribel and I teach in KS #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Welcome Tara! #KaganChat

In reply to @Schuhmacher22

mdde2008 May 30 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Jody from Alberta, Canada ... #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Two things at once? Impressive! #KaganChat

In reply to @MrCoachEli

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Question 1 #KaganChat

kelliekonrad May 30 @ 8:05 PM EDT

3rd grade in Liberty, MO #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Glad you could join us today Jody! #KaganChat

In reply to @mdde2008

Schuhmacher22 May 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1: 1st year our school has used Kagan. Success was Ss knowing the terminology and using silly praises w/o prompting #KaganChat

bmilla84 May 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Brandi- 1st grade teacher from Florida! #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Excellent! Ready for a great chat! #KaganChat

In reply to @llglass

Gofutbol7 May 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Hi! I'm maribel and I teach in KS. #KaganChat

bgriffinteach May 30 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: Ss sharing ideas using RoundRobin structures while reading Romeo and Juliet. All Ss got to share and feel valued. #kaganchat

llglass May 30 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1 my class did better than the district avg on testing! #kaganchat

In reply to @KaganOnline

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Hello Kellie! #KaganChat

In reply to @kelliekonrad

mdde2008 May 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: 2nd yr using Kagan & school results are up - Up - UP!! So proud of our team! #kaganchat

jessica_reddout May 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: each day was successful when my S's were engaged in the content & having the meaningful conversations #kaganchat

bgriffinteach May 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Also loved working with new tech this year. I learned so much! #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Welcome to the chat Brandi #kaganchat

In reply to @bmilla84

MrCoachEli May 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: How do I choose just 1?! Finished grad school, got a Kagan scholarship, made the transition from T to A #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Question 1 #KaganChat

Gofutbol7 May 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: Ss seeing each other as part of a big family thru all of our class n team building #KaganChat

jessica_reddout May 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT

#kaganchat

In reply to @mdde2008

bmilla84 May 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: One success has been connecting w/ other classrooms using @flipgrid, @Seesaw, & @SkypeClassroom! Moving beyond our 4 walls! #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Good evening Maribel! #KaganChat

In reply to @Gofutbol7

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Wait, Romeo was and Juliet wasn't just a movie ?! #KaganChat

In reply to @bgriffinteach

jessica_reddout May 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT

#kaganchat

In reply to @MrCoachEli

bmilla84 May 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: Student engagement has been at an all time high! Lots of team activities, magic, accountable talk, & Kagan strategies! #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Cool. What kind of tech? #KaganChat

In reply to @bgriffinteach

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Question 2 #KaganChat

dtrabilsy May 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Not going to be able to join in tonight...out to dinner to celebrate this last week of school...cheers! #KaganChat

jessica_reddout May 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: I love trying new strategies, having new colleagues,@bgriffinteach, & learning/using new tech #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:14 PM EDT

I'll bet they enjoyed coming to class each day knowing they were part of that family! #KaganChat

In reply to @Gofutbol7

bgriffinteach May 30 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2: Keeping the levels equal, but also eliminating behavioral issues from the mix. Just took the extra time to make it work. #kaganchat

Schuhmacher22 May 30 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2 Having huge academic gap between my 1/2 and 3/4s in some classes. Did lots of TB & put aid in "3" spot w/ lowest 1 and 2. #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:15 PM EDT

And KNOWING, not assuming they were engaged. Love it! #KaganChat

In reply to @bmilla84

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Enjoy! See you next month! #KaganChat

In reply to @dtrabilsy

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Having a great group of colleagues is the best! #KaganChat

In reply to @jessica_reddout, @bgriffinteach

jessica_reddout May 30 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: I found undesired behavior challenging when forming teams I used #winwindiscipline strategies to help S's w/ better decisions #kaganchat

MrCoachEli May 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: Kagan makes it pretty easy if you stick to the strategies. My biggest struggle was as an A getting T's to do what you wanted #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Question 2 #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT

So nice when you have an aide for support. Every day or occasionally? #KaganChat

In reply to @Schuhmacher22

KristineAtKagan - Moderator May 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Hey all! I'm joining late! I'm a Kagan trainer! #KaganChat

mdde2008 May 30 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: Principal: not always having all staff @ Kagan meetings & having to reconfigure teams occasionally, but onward we went. #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:19 PM EDT

So helpful! Did you attend the WWD workshop or read the book? #KaganChat

In reply to @jessica_reddout

jessica_reddout May 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT

I've read the book & attended days 1 & 2! It was an eye opening experience & a topic I consistently talk about w/ colleagues #kaganchat

In reply to @KaganOnline

llglass May 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 biggest challenge this year was having so few highs - and so many lows. Just jumped in and did the best I could! #kaganchat

KristineAtKagan - Moderator May 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Hey there! I feel the love! #KaganChat

In reply to @MrCoachEli

Gofutbol7 May 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: challenge was the transition to new teams. Kids did not want to let go. Solution created t chart n had kids list + and hopes #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Some need to see others have success first before they are willing to take the leap unfortunately. #kaganchat

In reply to @MrCoachEli

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Question 3 #KaganChat

KristineAtKagan - Moderator May 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Have fun! Well deserved! #KaganChat

In reply to @dtrabilsy

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT

#kaganchat

In reply to @KristineAtKagan

bmilla84 May 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2: Making sure everyone had a chance to have their voice heard! I have some dominate Ss! Reviewed expectations & roles = 👍🏻! #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Onward and upward! #KaganChat

In reply to @mdde2008

KristineAtKagan - Moderator May 30 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Tara!!! So great to #KaganChat with you!

In reply to @Schuhmacher22

MrCoachEli May 30 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: Silly Sports/Goofy Games all year made a huge difference in building a community. It's evident who use them consistently #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Question 3 #KaganChat

llglass May 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3 favorite team builder is team interview #kaganchat

jessica_reddout May 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: I 💜 Fan-n-Pick, Silent Conversation, Ten Count, & Celebrity Interview. Kiddos loved them as well. #kaganchat

bgriffinteach May 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Loved doing consensus maps with my Ss for teambuilding. #kaganchat

jessica_reddout May 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT

💜 those games. My kids had a great time picking out new ones for us to try as well. #kaganchat

In reply to @MrCoachEli

Schuhmacher22 May 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3Ss' fav was "This or That" walk to 1 side or other, talking. CB: Fan N Pick with fun/silly questions (I make Ss stand/rotate) #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Good response. That, and lots and lots of Teambuilding. Sometimes it can take them a while 😬#KaganChat

In reply to @Gofutbol7

mdde2008 May 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3:👂laughter & seeing the staff grow as a cohesive group no matter what activity. Ts getting to be kids again. #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:27 PM EDT

LOVE Team Interview! #KaganChat

In reply to @llglass

KristineAtKagan - Moderator May 30 @ 8:27 PM EDT

I LOVE Celebrity Interview!!! #KaganChat

In reply to @jessica_reddout

Gofutbol7 May 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3: kids loved fan n pick n and freeze tag sine they were not allowed to do at recess. Also loved any structure w music. Me too! #KaganChat

bmilla84 May 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3: There's so many activities that we enjoyed this year that it's hard to pick a favorite! We ❤️ celebrating w/ Kagan cheers! #KaganChat

rickatkagan - Moderator May 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT

#kaganchat Rick here! Just made a connecting flight in Cincinnati by the skin of my teeth. Worked in VA today; St. Louis tomorrow

ChadWSU May 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT

My "one person claps, everyone claps" rule makes such a huge difference in classbuilding. They end up bonding ! #kaganchat #KidsDeserveIt

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Question 3 #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Question 4 #KaganChat

jessica_reddout May 30 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Safe travels! #kaganchat

In reply to @rickatkagan

rickatkagan - Moderator May 30 @ 8:31 PM EDT

#Kaganchat Love it! Brilliant @ChadWSU

In reply to @ChadWSU, @ChadWSU

KristineAtKagan - Moderator May 30 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Yesssssssssssss! #KaganChat

In reply to @rickatkagan

Schuhmacher22 May 30 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4 QQT I had few wall clingers - tried days w/ "fun" ?s or giving them the 1 fun ? to start off w/. still an issue I have though. #KaganChat

llglass May 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4 I didn't have much problem with that - but if I see one I send one of sweeter kids to engage them #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT

You're GRATE GRATE GRATE! #KAGANCHAT

In reply to @rickatkagan

bgriffinteach May 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4: S panics when sharing w/ class. Explained and modeled how working in team would feel safer. Helped him open up. #kaganchat

KristineAtKagan - Moderator May 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT

I love that it's hard to pick! #KaganChat

bmilla84 May 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3: There's so many activities that we enjoyed this year that it's hard to pick a favorite! We ❤️ celebrating w/ Kagan cheers! #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Love to see the class bond! #KaganChat

In reply to @ChadWSU

jessica_reddout May 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: when encountering a reluctant S, I participate w/ the S during our structure to help their level of comfort. #kaganchat

MrCoachEli May 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: The struggle is always w/ someone new to the school. Patience and consistency while staying true to PIES assures the safety #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Question 4 #KaganChat

mdde2008 May 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: Special Needs S given a role outside (i.e. timer) until 👀 it enough to be comfortable - then modify Q or A/other support. #kaganchat

MrCoachEli May 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4 (Part 2): By always introducing structures w/ TB/CB it gives that safety too #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Question 4 #KaganChat

bmilla84 May 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4: Had 1 S who was very shy, rarely spoke out! Her teammates would encourage her & I would praise! She gained great confidence! #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Good idea to pick questions. As we like to say, pick topics they can't help but WANT to talk about. #KaganChat

In reply to @Schuhmacher22

rickatkagan - Moderator May 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4 #kaganchat I find out it helpful to discover his/her interests, & build a TB ? from that. Build a positive relationship for safety

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Good idea to pick fun questions. As we like to say, pick topics they can't help but WANT to talk about. #KaganChat

In reply to @Schuhmacher22

jessica_reddout May 30 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4: I will also structure partners to help reluctant S's feel comfortable with the structure we are working with #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Question 5 #KaganChat

Gofutbol7 May 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4: 1st semester Ss were allowed to use their partner as a speaker for them once a day n I built time to rehearse before sharing #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Such a good idea! #KaganChat

In reply to @llglass

jessica_reddout May 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4d making new structures fun with non-academic topics help S's ease into the structure and feel comfortable #kaganchat

KristineAtKagan - Moderator May 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT

This is a great idea! #KaganChat

In reply to @jessica_reddout

jessica_reddout May 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Thanks! 😎#kaganchat

In reply to @KristineAtKagan

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Success! #KaganChat

In reply to @bgriffinteach

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT

It's all about PIES! #KaganChat

In reply to @MrCoachEli

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Love to hear stories like this! #KaganChat

In reply to @bmilla84

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Absolutely! #KaganChat

In reply to @jessica_reddout

WendelStephanie May 30 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A3: every S got their "bucket filled" by others when they were S of the week. Classmates wrote kind notes through the week #kaganchat

In reply to @KaganOnline

MrCoachEli May 30 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5: The more comfortable/proficient you become w/ structures, easier it is 2 determine what 2 use w/ who. Kagan=brain friendly #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Question 5 #KaganChat

llglass May 30 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5 I partner new to country EL's with a helpful student #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Great way to build up a positive school community! #KaganChat

In reply to @WendelStephanie

Gofutbol7 May 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A5: added student pics modeling the structure steps, sentence stems, sentence starters, select answer from pics, anchors, #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Question 6 #KaganChat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:46 PM EDT

I'm sure that helps them feel safer in a new environment as well! #KaganChat

In reply to @llglass

llglass May 30 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A6 planning more team and class builders! Working on those ideas now 😊 #kaganchat

jessica_reddout May 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6: I will be continuing to build upon my cooperative learning structures to help foster engagement #kaganchat

bgriffinteach May 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6: Try new structures to increase collab. for Ss. Pick 2-3 and work them into lessons until they are mastered and 2nd nature. #kaganchat

KaganOnline - Moderator May 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT

#KaganChat

In reply to @Gofutbol7

KristineAtKagan - Moderator May 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Great ideas! I especially love the sentence stems and select the answer from the pics! #KaganChat

Gofutbol7 May 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A5: added student pics modeling the structure steps, sentence stems, sentence starters, select answer from pics, anchors, #KaganChat