#100wcCHAT Archive

#100wcCHAT links teachers and educators from around the globe to get together and discuss exciting and engaging opportunities for writing, with particular reference to the 100 Word Challenge (100wc.net). This simple, free online project provides a weekly a prompt of a picture or a series of individual words and students respond, ideally using 100 words to produce a creative piece. This is posted on a class blog and then linked to 100wc.net. The link is open from midday on Sundays until midnight the following Saturday. A team of volunteers are assigned posts to comment on and it is these comments that give writing a purpose and change writers into authors. Do join the conversation on Twitter every Wednesday at 9pm GMT, 4pm ET, 3pm CT, 1pm PT, Thursday 5am SGT/WA (Perth), Thursday 8am AEDT, Thursday 8am NZT.

Wednesday August 30, 2017
4:00 PM EDT

irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:00 PM EDT

Good evening everyone at #100wcCHAT I am Ian Rockey, Head of a Wiltshire Primary School.
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:00 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT I'm expecting a coffee soon & that usually what is in staff rooms plus a variety of teas. Anything exotic in yours?
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:01 PM EDT

I think the staff room should definitely have a water boiler for speed (!). We've always shared our tea and coffee costs. #100wcCHAT
MrWilBaker Aug 30 @ 4:02 PM EDT

Hi Wil Y4 @brockwelljunior. Coffee. That's it, no mouldy leaves. Don't mind a coffee club to buy communal supplies. #100wcChat
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice, @brockwelljunior
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:02 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT is now on. Come and join us .
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:02 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT As I often visit staffroom, I've seen a variety of approaches including notices in red ink threatening death if no payment made!
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:03 PM EDT

Hi Wil. Thanks for joining us this evening. I'm more coffee than tea...#100wcCHAT
In reply to @MrWilBaker, @TheHeadsOffice, @brockwelljunior
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:03 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT Hi Wil! Welcome. Do all your staffroom use the room?
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:04 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT Question 1 coming up in a minute
SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:04 PM EDT

Hi, I'm @SPH23 Steve! An old-timer after 45 years of teaching! Still full of enthusiasm because of joy of seeing children learn! #100wcCHAT
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice, @SPH23
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:04 PM EDT

Good evening Steven and welcome. Thanks for joining us #100wcCHAT
In reply to @SPH23, @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:05 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT Here's Q.1 all about creative writing
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:05 PM EDT

Children are always the best inspiration #100wcCHAT
In reply to @SPH23, @TheHeadsOffice
SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:05 PM EDT

I'll go with tea, coffee, water, microwave, kettle and and assortment of biscuits and fruit! #100wcCHAT
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:05 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT Hi Steven. So glad you could make it. We need a experience. So what creative writing happens in your classes?
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:06 PM EDT

Doughnuts on a Friday? #100wcCHAT
In reply to @SPH23, @TheHeadsOffice
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:06 PM EDT

A reminder to use the hashtag #100wcChat in all of your tweets & we will be using the Q1, A1 style for this twitter chat. #100wcCHAT
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:06 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT I can see waistlines expanding. Now, what about creative writing in your classes?
SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:07 PM EDT

Staff should make a nominal contribution to cover costs, with school fund making up the balance! #100wcCHAT
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:07 PM EDT

A1 I try to use creative writing as often as possible and across the curriculum #100wcCHAT
JacquesRachel Aug 30 @ 4:07 PM EDT
Hello! Complimentary tea, coffee, cold water, juice and always biscuits! #100wcCHAT
- TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 3:59 PM EDT
  
  Well, it's kick off time folks so welcome to the first #100wcCHAT! Say hello & remember the tag! I'm Julia & here's a warm-up for you
ottleyoconnor Aug 30 @ 4:07 PM EDT

Basic hot drinks & cold water...paid for by school...staff encouraged to bring in fancier stuff to share #100wcCHAT
In reply to @irockey, @MrWilBaker, @TheHeadsOffice, @brockwelljunior
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:07 PM EDT

Hi Rachel, thank you for joining us this evening #100wcCHAT
In reply to @JacquesRachel
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:08 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT We now have a formal approach to teaching grammar thro SPaG. Does creative writing get the same attention?
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:08 PM EDT

I think it is possible to combine both in an exciting way #100wcCHAT
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:08 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT Hi Rachel. What creative writing happens in your class?
In reply to @ottleyoconnor, @brockwelljunior
SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:09 PM EDT

Issue relates to Writing and Creativity. My concern is that insufficient time is available for the latter. #100wcCHAT
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
boyceoc Aug 30 @ 4:09 PM EDT

Hello all - Mary here, I'm a coffee person. Shared costs.Starting back tomorrow! #100wcCHAT
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:09 PM EDT

Hi Mary, thank you for joining us and welcome on your last evening before school! #100wcCHAT
In reply to @boyceoc, @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:09 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT Hi Mary! Welcome from Ireland. I know you guys have quite a formal approach to writing
In reply to @boyceoc
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:11 PM EDT

Here's question 1 again to remind you #100wcCHAT
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:13 PM EDT

A1: This year we will be having a real focus on creative writing as last year it proved so beneficial #100wcCHAT
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:14 PM EDT

@SPH23 #100wcCHAT
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:15 PM EDT

How often would that happen?#100wcCHAT
In reply to @SPH23
boyceoc Aug 30 @ 4:15 PM EDT

We often do a 6 week block on a particular writing genre. A whole school approach. #100wcCHAT
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:15 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT Do you think it gets as much attention os the formal SPaG?
In reply to @irockey
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:16 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT Is there a favourite genre amongst the boys?
In reply to @boyceoc
SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:17 PM EDT

Sorry! I like a Writing Day regularly, where there's time to intro, talk, create, write, edit, edit again, present and perform! #100wcCHAT
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
ottleyoconnor Aug 30 @ 4:17 PM EDT

Balance needed. Took over as HT of 1 school where free toast, bacon butties etc were provided daily. Stopped it & saved £13k/yr! #100wcChat
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:17 PM EDT

I don't think it gets as much attention as there is the expectation to teach SPAG in a more structured way; I combine the two #100wcCHAT
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:17 PM EDT

OMG!! #100wcCHAT
In reply to @ottleyoconnor
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:17 PM EDT

Good grief. Now there's a budget saving straight away! #100wcCHAT
In reply to @ottleyoconnor, @TheHeadsOffice
100word Aug 30 @ 4:18 PM EDT

Anyone there who fancies joining #100wcCHAT? Going on now!
In reply to @edublogs
SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:18 PM EDT

I follow a similar approach but units of work are shorter. 1 fiction, 1 non-fiction and a poetry each 1/2 term. #100wcChat
In reply to @boyceoc, @TheHeadsOffice
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:19 PM EDT

That's a great idea and allows time to approach writing without any time constraints. #100wcCHAT
In reply to @SPH23, @TheHeadsOffice
boyceoc Aug 30 @ 4:19 PM EDT

Probably Persuasive - but they also love Narrative. #100wcCHAT
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:20 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT Q2 in a miunte!
ottleyoconnor Aug 30 @ 4:20 PM EDT

Staff were up in arms until realised it's the cost of a TA! Uncovered a £750k projected in year deficit...redundancies inevitable #100wcChat
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:20 PM EDT

Our boys love the narrative too - some of them can get lost in it and be incredibly creative #100wcCHAT
In reply to @boyceoc, @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:20 PM EDT

Q2. What prompts do you use? #100wcCHAT
SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:21 PM EDT

I find we can adapt 100WC or 5SC to particular genre or element of SPAG. #100wcChat
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice, @boyceoc
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:21 PM EDT

A2: I really love using picture prompts when I am teaching. They seem to appeal to everyone and allow individual creativity #100wcCHAT
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:21 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT Music to my ears. I'm going to target prompts a little more this year. Watch this space!
In reply to @SPH23, @boyceoc
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:21 PM EDT

Yes, we do exactly the same #100wcCHAT
In reply to @SPH23, @TheHeadsOffice, @boyceoc
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:22 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT What do you folks who don't do 100WC do for creative writing? Come on, don't be shy!
ottleyoconnor Aug 30 @ 4:22 PM EDT

Yes. Need to ensure wellbeing balanced with affordability. Managing expectations & relationships is key...like with most things! #100wcChat
In reply to @irockey, @TheHeadsOffice
SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:23 PM EDT

Certainly 100WC and 5SC, but also Pobble, Pobble 365 and Literacy Shed. The children particularly films as a stimulus. #100wcChat
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
boyceoc Aug 30 @ 4:23 PM EDT

100WC Prompts - always - every Monday! #100wcCHAT
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:23 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT I tell everyone about the 'Irish' approach to 100WC. So logical!
In reply to @boyceoc
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:24 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT Do you do any other creative writing Mary?
In reply to @boyceoc
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:24 PM EDT

We sometimes use music as a writing stimulus too #100wcCHAT
In reply to @SPH23, @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:25 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT Now as a HT with a fabulous radio station I'm not surprised!
In reply to @irockey, @SPH23
boyceoc Aug 30 @ 4:25 PM EDT

It worked for me & hopefully will continue to as I have a younger age group this year. #100wcCHAT!
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:25 PM EDT

You'll knock them into 100WC shape! #100wcCHAT
In reply to @boyceoc
SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:25 PM EDT

100wc can also be used after feedback to children, like 'develop your adverbial phrases'. Can relate to ICan statements. #100wcChat
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice, @boyceoc
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:26 PM EDT

It does help! Although, we have recorded our creative writing many times & it significantly impacts speaking and performance #100wcCHAT
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice, @SPH23
SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:26 PM EDT

Makes planning very easy too! :) #100wcChat
In reply to @boyceoc, @TheHeadsOffice
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:27 PM EDT

Yes, definitely, a great way to extend their understanding of a concept. #100wcCHAT
In reply to @SPH23, @TheHeadsOffice, @boyceoc
boyceoc Aug 30 @ 4:27 PM EDT

Yes. We often do @nightzookeeper #StarWriting and take part in Writing Challenges on @CLiCnews1 #100wcCHAT!
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice, @nightzookeeper, @CLiCnews1
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:27 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT Is there actually enough time to devote to the creative side of writing now?
SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:28 PM EDT

Also seeing Mary's Class Blog, you can see the progress that her guys made over the year! #100wcChat
In reply to @boyceoc, @TheHeadsOffice
SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:28 PM EDT

That is the key question. See my earlier answer! #100wcChat
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:28 PM EDT

Do you think blogging has a part to play in encouraging the creative side of writing? #100wcCHAT
In reply to @SPH23, @boyceoc
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:28 PM EDT

It is such a good way to share writing and to see how children improve over time. Good work Mary! #100wcCHAT
In reply to @SPH23, @boyceoc, @TheHeadsOffice
ThisIsLiamM Aug 30 @ 4:29 PM EDT

#100wcChat There's enough time for anything that we value. We're all guilty of squeezing in more of what we feel is key.
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:30 PM EDT

I agree Liam and welcome! Balance and prioritising are key #100wcCHAT
In reply to @ThisIsLiamM, @TheHeadsOffice
SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:30 PM EDT
@TheHeadsOffice @boyceoc Look at this, which Literacy Shed has just posted! #100wcCHAT
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  Free two week units of English to get you started back... https://t.co/IXhOCCcDJK
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:30 PM EDT

Hi Liam! I hope those littles are behaving! What do you find you are most frustrated about having to leave out? #100wcCHAT
In reply to @ThisIsLiamM
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:32 PM EDT

He does produce some amazing resources. I know there are lots around. Many seem more focused on the grammar side maybe? #100wcCHAT
In reply to @SPH23, @boyceoc
ThisIsLiamM Aug 30 @ 4:32 PM EDT

Evening! Both kids asleep. Dad duty! @TheHeadsOffice #100wcChat
In reply to @irockey, @TheHeadsOffice
SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:33 PM EDT

Absolutely! Writing for the world is so important to the young writers. Makes me smile when they comment like teachers! #100wcChat
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice, @boyceoc
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:33 PM EDT

I know you do creative writing / blogging regularly. Is it built into a regular timetable? #100wcCHAT
In reply to @ThisIsLiamM, @irockey
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:33 PM EDT

Good work Liam. Ditto here too! #100wcCHAT
In reply to @ThisIsLiamM, @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:34 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT I've seen some actually give 2 stars & a wish!
In reply to @SPH23, @boyceoc
MrsSchmidtB4 Aug 30 @ 4:34 PM EDT

Hi from the east coast of USA! Sorry I'm late! #100wcCHAT
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:34 PM EDT

It is for me. I teach PPA every week and it forms a large part of my timetable. Staff then follow it up & blog with their classes #100wcCHAT
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice, @ThisIsLiamM
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:34 PM EDT

Hello Tina and welcome. Thank you for joining us this evening! #100wcCHAT
In reply to @MrsSchmidtB4
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:34 PM EDT

Q3 in a minute! #100wcCHAT
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:35 PM EDT

Hi Tina! Welcome! Hope Philly is well #100wcCHAT
In reply to @MrsSchmidtB4
boyceoc Aug 30 @ 4:35 PM EDT

Yes but it has to be regular. Also connecting with other classes - sharing ideas. It all helps the Creative side. #100wcCHAT
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice, @SPH23
ThisIsLiamM Aug 30 @ 4:35 PM EDT

'Fun', off-topic, one-off writing are not part of planning, buy so important for engagement & progress. #100wcCHAT
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:36 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT QW3. Where do you share your writing?
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:36 PM EDT

A3: We share our writing on our class blogs as we feel it is so important for the children to have an audience to inspire them #100wcCHAT
MrsSchmidtB4 Aug 30 @ 4:38 PM EDT

A3: I've been using #Kidblogs with my 3rd graders for several years now to share writing and digital projects. #100wcchat
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:38 PM EDT

As a journalist Linda, what do you think about the present level of creative writing? #100wcCHAT
In reply to @BristolEdu, @100word
SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:38 PM EDT

Again, School Blog/Website is perfect place to showcase work to community - other classes, teachers, staff, parents, governors #100wcChat
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:38 PM EDT

A3: The response of other educators and peers has encouraged the children to become more prolific writers and to improve #100wcCHAT
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:39 PM EDT

Have you found that parents readily engage and leave comments? #100wcCHAT
In reply to @SPH23, @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:40 PM EDT

Are your blogs being used more now? #100wcCHAT
In reply to @ThisIsLiamM
ThisIsLiamM Aug 30 @ 4:40 PM EDT

#100wcChat Not properly timetabled. Moves around based on 'spare' time & access to tech. Do it about 30/40 weeks...
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice, @irockey
boyceoc Aug 30 @ 4:40 PM EDT

Class Blogs & we link up with other classes on a weekly basis. #100wcCHAT
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:40 PM EDT

Is all your creative writing digital Tina? #100wcCHAT
In reply to @MrsSchmidtB4
MrsSchmidtB4 Aug 30 @ 4:40 PM EDT

It's not enough to just share work a blog if no one else is reading it. Projects like #100WC give global audience which is key. #100wcchat
SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:40 PM EDT

Once or twice a half term - can be linked to topic theme or subject. #100wcChat
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:41 PM EDT

Completely agree. #100wc gives a global audience to children's work #100wcCHAT
In reply to @MrsSchmidtB4
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:41 PM EDT

Thank you for that! Still needs lots more on Team 100! #100wcCHAT
In reply to @MrsSchmidtB4
ThisIsLiamM Aug 30 @ 4:41 PM EDT

#100wcChat Hoping to push class and individual blogs more this year. Esp. with Y5. #100wc #comments4kids
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:41 PM EDT

Looking forward to that! #100wcCHAT
In reply to @ThisIsLiamM
MrsSchmidtB4 Aug 30 @ 4:42 PM EDT

No. We also do work on paper too. #100wcchat
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:42 PM EDT

Is that in an organised way where each class takes a turn to leave comments? #100wcCHAT
In reply to @boyceoc, @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:42 PM EDT

How do the children /pupils feel about creative writing? Like it? Loathe it? #100wcCHAT
SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:43 PM EDT

Time consuming to set up children's blogs, but worthwhile and can be part of the Computing curriculum (Digital Literacy) #100wcCHAT
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice, @ThisIsLiamM
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:43 PM EDT

So do we. Last year I asked the children to write their first draft on paper before re-drafting in Google Docs #100wcCHAT
In reply to @MrsSchmidtB4, @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:43 PM EDT

Mary is part of a v successful hub plus the Irish schools support each other brilliantly! #100wcCHAT
In reply to @irockey, @boyceoc
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:44 PM EDT

Something I considered this year is to give each child a Category on the blog so that their work is filed and easily searched #100wcCHAT
In reply to @SPH23, @TheHeadsOffice, @ThisIsLiamM
MrsSchmidtB4 Aug 30 @ 4:44 PM EDT

When first started blogging, kids thought it was fun. When got global comments, they were thrilled and worked harder. #100wcchat
In reply to @irockey
ThisIsLiamM Aug 30 @ 4:44 PM EDT

#100wcChat A3: Where to share children's work: https://t.co/3gPXg9pFTn @100word
SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:44 PM EDT

Children like time to think in order to be creative. They like to experiment as well. BUT time is limited unfortunately. #100wcChat
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:45 PM EDT

Good looking blogs, Liam #100wcCHAT
In reply to @ThisIsLiamM, @100word
MrsSchmidtB4 Aug 30 @ 4:46 PM EDT

Also, kids get tired of hearing me tell them how to write better, but when Team100 suggested an idea, they listened. #100wcchat
boyceoc Aug 30 @ 4:46 PM EDT

Yes. Last year we commented every week as part of homework on certain class blogs and they did likewise to ours. #100wcCHAT
In reply to @irockey, @TheHeadsOffice
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:46 PM EDT

That's a good idea. I'll take that to our staff meeting next week #100wcCHAT
In reply to @boyceoc, @TheHeadsOffice
SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:47 PM EDT

How do teachers use film as a stimulus for writing? Is film-making by the children a valuable part of the writing process? #100wcCHAT
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:47 PM EDT
#100wcCHAT
- TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:47 PM EDT
  
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ThisIsLiamM Aug 30 @ 4:47 PM EDT

#100wcChat Bit of both - like anything. But also some drift depending on the theme. Non-readers REALLY struggle.
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:47 PM EDT

What would you ditch to make time for writing? #100wcCHAT
In reply to @SPH23
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:48 PM EDT

I've always found that blogging makes it interesting and engaging, even for the reluctant writers #100wcCHAT
In reply to @ThisIsLiamM, @TheHeadsOffice
ThisIsLiamM Aug 30 @ 4:48 PM EDT

Yes very, but we'll worth it in the long run. #100wcChat
In reply to @SPH23, @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:49 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT Does blogging help?
In reply to @ThisIsLiamM
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:50 PM EDT

We haven't used film making, but our radio broadcasters have become amazing writers having written their own scripts this year #100wcCHAT
In reply to @SPH23, @TheHeadsOffice
PrimaryIdeas Aug 30 @ 4:50 PM EDT

Yes. And, give each cohort a tag too for historical reference. #100wcChat
In reply to @irockey, @SPH23, @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:50 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT In the last 10 mins can we have some ideas to share to get creative writing going in classrooms?
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:50 PM EDT

Yes, that is exactly what I had thought of. Welcome and thank you for joining us #100wcCHAT
In reply to @PrimaryIdeas, @SPH23, @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:52 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT It seems that having a regular writing time does help. What else?
BristolEdu Aug 30 @ 4:52 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT Not too keen on creativity in reporting - cd lead to fake news! - but important to learn variety of writing styles
MrsSchmidtB4 Aug 30 @ 4:52 PM EDT

Giving the students a bit of a choice can help get them excited to write about something fun. #100wcchat
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:52 PM EDT

A4 Begin by putting a detailed picture on the board & asking children to work in pairs to write words about what they see #100wcCHAT
SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:52 PM EDT

I endeavour to make all writing cross-curricular. NC tries to take KS1/2 too far ahead eg Grammar. What's left for high schools? #100wcCHAT
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:53 PM EDT

That's so true! I took a small writing group for a term and they led the content with their choice of prompt. Worked so well #100wcCHAT
In reply to @MrsSchmidtB4
ThisIsLiamM Aug 30 @ 4:53 PM EDT

#100wcChat If you know anyone who doesnt/can't work or is retired, get them doing some blog commenting... #100wc @100word
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:53 PM EDT

They have no idea about SPaG & are shocked to hear what has to be covered in KS2 especially! #100wcCHAT
In reply to @SPH23
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:54 PM EDT

I've been doing some linking on LI. Picked up a few. I'm 140 short of my Team 100 target #100wcCHAT
In reply to @ThisIsLiamM, @100word
PrimaryIdeas Aug 30 @ 4:54 PM EDT

Anyone running an ITT programme who could get trainees commenting on @100word entries? Get in contact. #100wcChat
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:54 PM EDT

We've done a lot of cross-curricular writing and blogging in the past year. It makes for an interesting read for the audience too #100wcCHAT
In reply to @SPH23, @TheHeadsOffice
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:54 PM EDT

Lloyds scholars take it on as part of their community work #100wcCHAT
In reply to @PrimaryIdeas, @100word
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MrsSchmidtB4 Aug 30 @ 4:55 PM EDT

I think it would be good to have people going to school to be a teacher for Team100 #100wcchat
In reply to @PrimaryIdeas, @100word
ThisIsLiamM Aug 30 @ 4:55 PM EDT

A4 #100wcChat Let them write. Don't correct too much. Ensure its an enjoyable process.
In reply to @TheHeadsOffice
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:55 PM EDT

Ours too. Children get so excited when they know someone from a long way away has read their work #100wcCHAT
In reply to @ktregunna, @boyceoc, @TheHeadsOffice
SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:56 PM EDT

1. Allow enough time for talking and presenting 2. Allow different mediums to be used for writing 3. Remember VAK Learners #100wcCHAT
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irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:56 PM EDT

Good point, Liam. Totally agree #100wcChat
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MrsSchmidtB4 Aug 30 @ 4:56 PM EDT

Yes! I agree! #100wcchat
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TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:56 PM EDT

OOOoo! How would that look?#100wcCHAT
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irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:57 PM EDT

Maybe like a cluster teacher for Team 100 sharing expertise and practice with other schools? #100wcChat
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SPH23 Aug 30 @ 4:57 PM EDT

Writing can be FUN! #100wcCHAT
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MrsSchmidtB4 Aug 30 @ 4:57 PM EDT

My daughter, who was an English major, use to like to help me leave Team 100 comments. #100wcchat
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TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:58 PM EDT

Send us some questions for the next chat https://t.co/qfZQ1C2ZOl #100wcCHAT
irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:58 PM EDT

I think it's so important to allow the time to follow up the writing and thought process #100wcCHAT
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irockey - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:58 PM EDT

Don't forget to follow each other, if you don't already to grow your PLN #100wcChat
TheHeadsOffice - Moderator Aug 30 @ 4:58 PM EDT

#100wcCHAT Team 100 provides that feedback that teachers don't have time for!
boyceoc Aug 30 @ 4:59 PM EDT

I think that Discussion Time is so important. Reluctant writers need to come away with an idea even if we have to give them one! #100wcCHAT
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