#bcedchat Archive

This is an edchat for educators, primarily in British Columbia, Canada.
Sunday February 19, 2017
10:00 PM EST
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:00 PM EST
    @Teachinginthe21 will be your moderator for tonight #bcedchat
    In reply to @Teachinginthe21
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:00 PM EST
    Welcome to #bcedchat. The topic today is Teaching in Multilingual Classrooms!
  • Teachinginthe21 Feb 19 @ 10:00 PM EST
    @Teachinginthe21 will be your moderator for tonight #bcedchat
    In reply to @Teachinginthe21
  • Teachinginthe21 Feb 19 @ 10:00 PM EST
    Please introduce yourself and include your subject, grade level and area of interest. #bcedchat
  • participatechat Feb 19 @ 10:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #bcedchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/ENI75nCqOy
  • HarMath Feb 19 @ 10:02 PM EST
    #bcedchat Fred from Richmond, mentor teacher 4 - 11, Math Club coach (gr. 5-7). I love math, science, brain stuff & creativity
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:02 PM EST
    #bcedchat Well I need to read directions...I teach in the Fac of Ed at SFU and I work with AMAZING teachers!!
    In reply to @Teachinginthe21
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:02 PM EST
    Looking forward to the conversations in tonight's #bcedchat
  • RobynThiessen Feb 19 @ 10:02 PM EST
    Robyn Thiessen, I teach grade 3 in Surrey #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:03 PM EST
    Hi #bcedchat - great to see everyone tonight. Probably don't have a lot to add to multi-lingual classrooms, but I'll try!
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:03 PM EST
    Same for me, but willing to learn what's out there. #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MsOlwenCowan Feb 19 @ 10:03 PM EST
    Olwen from bold and beautiful Burnaby. Teaching 5/6 and self regulation. #bcedchat
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:03 PM EST
    Hi #bcedchat colleagues! Gillian here. Happy to be here with great people for a great topic 🌻
    In reply to @bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Feb 19 @ 10:03 PM EST
    Hey. You're alive!!! #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:04 PM EST
    We will be using the Q1, A1 format. Please label your responses and use the hashtag #bcedchat
  • Teachinginthe21 Feb 19 @ 10:04 PM EST
    We will be using the Q1, A1 format. Please label your responses and use the hashtag #bcedchat
  • akgtCanada Feb 19 @ 10:04 PM EST
    Teach Canadian kids about #BC this year! K-8s, tell your story, by kids and for kids, + help create a great interactive resource! #bcedchat
  • MargaretOW Feb 19 @ 10:04 PM EST
    #bcedchat Margaret, teaching multiage at Surrey Academy of Innovative Learning
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:04 PM EST
    Love seeing my learning this weekend on the #Microbits #bcedchat
  • RosaIsiah Feb 19 @ 10:05 PM EST
    Rosa Isiah, principal in Cali. Stopping by for a bit @CraigMah #BCEdChat
    In reply to @CraigMah
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:05 PM EST
    This looks super cool #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • ChristineYH Feb 19 @ 10:05 PM EST
    Hi... Christine from the Sunshine Coast. Thank you for letting me co-mod with you at the last minute. Super fun working w/ you. #bcedchat
  • Teachinginthe21 Feb 19 @ 10:06 PM EST
    Q1: Let’s start broadly- Tips for teaching in a multilingual classroom? #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:06 PM EST
    Q1: Let’s start broadly- Tips for teaching in a multilingual classroom? #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Feb 19 @ 10:06 PM EST
    Hi Rosa... Good to see you at #bcedchat
    In reply to @RosaIsiah, @CraigMah
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:06 PM EST
    Luckily, I'm a little slow tonight, as well....#bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MargaretOW Feb 19 @ 10:07 PM EST
    were you at the ISTE2016 board games meet up? #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:07 PM EST
    A1 Offering multiple entry points to topics--always necessary but INCREDIBLY so here #bcedchat
    • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:06 PM EST
      Q1: Let’s start broadly- Tips for teaching in a multilingual classroom? #bcedchat
  • akgtCanada Feb 19 @ 10:07 PM EST
    Add your Ss' voices to a national teacher-led initiative inviting K-8s to honour & introduce their land, people& community in 2017 #bcedchat
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:08 PM EST
    A1: Does anyone rely strongly on SIOP model for multilingual classroom? #bcedchat
  • MargaretOW Feb 19 @ 10:08 PM EST
    #bcedchat a1: take into account the importance of representation of student reality in classroom
  • MargaretOW Feb 19 @ 10:09 PM EST
    #bcedchat a1 (part 2) kids need to see themselves reflected in the classroom, so important for all
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:09 PM EST
    Sheltered Instructional Observational Protocol....but really about graphic organizers for learning language. #bcedchat
    In reply to @perfinker
  • ChristineYH Feb 19 @ 10:09 PM EST
    A1. Crazy question... love to hear your thoughts on what you do in multilingual classroom? #bcedchat
  • HarMath Feb 19 @ 10:09 PM EST
    #bcedchat A1 Spend time in a language class that you are weak in. Experience it from #empathy and the S view. Eye opening.
  • massignmenthelp Feb 19 @ 10:10 PM EST
    #bcedchat #CVESDChat #TPEPchat 7 Effective Lifestyle Changes To Help You Get Better Grades https://t.co/P7K6nnRKy0
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:10 PM EST
    Totally. Recognition is so important #bcedchat
    In reply to @MargaretOW
  • HarMath Feb 19 @ 10:11 PM EST
    #bcedchat Speak slowly, provide text copy, provide pictures, make sure Ss have the big idea (like the puzzle box for a jigsaw! Useful!)
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:11 PM EST
    LOL. Well employing visuals is simply a good strategy 4 learning & engaging emotion & imagination (especially for readers) #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • MargaretOW Feb 19 @ 10:11 PM EST
    #bcedchat yes! nothing like walking in someone's shoes to promote empathy
    In reply to @HarMath
  • Teachinginthe21 Feb 19 @ 10:11 PM EST
    Q2: What are your strategies for differentiating in a multilingual classroom?#bcedchat
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:11 PM EST
    Q2: What are your strategies for differentiating in a multilingual classroom?#bcedchat
  • wesaquje Feb 19 @ 10:11 PM EST
    Tansi (hello). My name is Jessica and I teach a grade 2/3 split. #bcedchat
  • Teachinginthe21 Feb 19 @ 10:11 PM EST
    Welcome @wesaquje ! #bcedchat
    In reply to @wesaquje
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:11 PM EST
    HI Jessica :) Nice to meet you. #bcedchat
    In reply to @wesaquje
  • CraigMah - Moderator Feb 19 @ 10:11 PM EST
    Honoured to have you at #bcedchat!
    In reply to @RosaIsiah
  • Robcat17 Feb 19 @ 10:12 PM EST
    #bcedchat isn't it more than that?
    In reply to @brynmw, @perfinker
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:12 PM EST
    Do tell...I'd like to learn! #bcedchat
    In reply to @Robcat17, @brynmw
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:12 PM EST
    yup, but I have 140 characters...Came from OZ studies around EAL learning. Based on Research.(I love it). #bcedchat
    In reply to @Robcat17, @perfinker
  • HarMath Feb 19 @ 10:13 PM EST
    #bcedchat A2 Use lots of pairs & small group activities so they communicate most of your needs. I'm in math, advantage of universal language
  • wesaquje Feb 19 @ 10:13 PM EST
    A1: Provide instruction that appeals to the different learning styles. #bcedchat
  • CarrieFroese Feb 19 @ 10:14 PM EST
    #bcedchat A1 picture prompts to support oral and written instructions, access to print and online picture dictionaries, sitting beside peer
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:14 PM EST
    A2 Creating relationships with Ss--and #comfortzone--is crucial. #bcedchat
    • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:11 PM EST
      Q2: What are your strategies for differentiating in a multilingual classroom?#bcedchat
  • Teachinginthe21 Feb 19 @ 10:14 PM EST
    awesome!! tell us more- what’s a way you get to know your Ss? #bcedchat
    In reply to @perfinker
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:14 PM EST
    A2: Language (whether EAL or not) can always be a barrier to learning if not with DI.That support should depend on language. #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:14 PM EST
    A2: For my ELL Ss, I try to review instructions, use visuals as much as possible & write instructions on board. Multi-modal access #bcedchat
  • Robcat17 Feb 19 @ 10:15 PM EST
    #bcedchat there is a website but here's a big picture
    In reply to @perfinker, @brynmw
  • AssignmentHelpN Feb 19 @ 10:15 PM EST
    #bcedchat #CVESDChat #TPEPchat 10 Simple Ways to Use Pinterest For Classroom Teaching https://t.co/0i2sbvZqo7
  • wesaquje Feb 19 @ 10:15 PM EST
    A2: Simplifying language whenever possible. #bcedchat
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:15 PM EST
    I will dig into this -- thanks for sharing #bcedchat
    In reply to @Robcat17, @brynmw
  • HarMath Feb 19 @ 10:15 PM EST
    #bcedchat A2: Just now thinking that Friere used dialogic circles to help illiterates learn to read/write; what is the equiv for lang. acqui
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:15 PM EST
    A2: Also, visual dictionaries around the room to help with the scaffolding. #bcedchat
  • CarrieFroese Feb 19 @ 10:15 PM EST
    #bcedchat A1 picture prompts to support oral & written instructions, access to print & online picture dictionaries
  • HarMath Feb 19 @ 10:16 PM EST
    #bcedchat These are great, they give wait time for contextual deciphering. Time to process so important.
    • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:14 PM EST
      A2: For my ELL Ss, I try to review instructions, use visuals as much as possible & write instructions on board. Multi-modal access #bcedchat
  • CarrieFroese Feb 19 @ 10:16 PM EST
    #bcedchat A1 Sitting beside more capable peer who speaks the same language
  • ChristineYH Feb 19 @ 10:17 PM EST
    Retweeting my good buddy's @Teachinginthe21 #bcedchat Q2. Love to hear your responses on differentiating a multilingual classroom.
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:17 PM EST
    And if that isn't possible, I'm finding some great apps that 'help' in the communication piece. #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieFroese
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:17 PM EST
    With grad Ss I start w the "teaching" story & we learn about each other thru ideas/discussion I love 2 take part #bcedchat
    In reply to @Teachinginthe21
  • nathan_stevens Feb 19 @ 10:18 PM EST
    that was me. @mr_isaacs and I were the hosts #bcedchat
    In reply to @MargaretOW, @mr_isaacs
  • technolandy Feb 19 @ 10:18 PM EST
    Ian - principal librarian in BCs slushy Shuswap - finally off the freeway and ready for some #bcedchat led by @perfinker
    In reply to @perfinker
  • ChristineYH Feb 19 @ 10:18 PM EST
    Hi Ian. #bcedchat @perfinker
    In reply to @technolandy, @perfinker
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:18 PM EST
    Who uses the body to convey/evoke meaning? #imaginativeEd #bcedchat
  • Robcat17 Feb 19 @ 10:18 PM EST
    #bcedchat So many strategies just good teaching for every student!
    In reply to @CarrieFroese
  • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:19 PM EST
    a2: Kat from surrey- buddies, peer helpers, one on one help, T support, different assignments, use of translator app, less written #bcedchat
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:19 PM EST
    I'm not leading tonight! We are in the capable hands of @Teachinginthe21 (I'm on next week!) #bcedchat
    In reply to @technolandy, @Teachinginthe21
  • technolandy Feb 19 @ 10:19 PM EST
    A2 we have a new arrival from Italia stating tomorrow - like the idea of having some visuals to provide her some assistance! #bcedchat
  • HarMath Feb 19 @ 10:20 PM EST
    #bcedchat I've used body, hand motions, art (& images) & poetic representations to convey/evoke meaning
  • Robcat17 Feb 19 @ 10:20 PM EST
    #bcedchat Great Q! Isn't like 90% communication nonverbal?
    In reply to @perfinker
  • technolandy Feb 19 @ 10:20 PM EST
    thanks! Long weekend of driving - got my #bcedchat dates flipped!
    In reply to @perfinker, @Teachinginthe21
  • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:20 PM EST
    hello :) late to the party here. Scrolling through my feed and saw #bcedchat was happening
    In reply to @perfinker
  • MargaretOW Feb 19 @ 10:20 PM EST
    I thought your profile picture looked familiar! that was a great night, learned sushi go #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • Teachinginthe21 Feb 19 @ 10:20 PM EST
    embodied learning means a lot to language learning! so much to love and so much to learn from this methodology! #bcedchat
    In reply to @HarMath
  • HarMath Feb 19 @ 10:21 PM EST
    #bcedchat 85% but then you can't see my body language & facial expressions to know I am joking . . .
    In reply to @Robcat17, @perfinker
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:21 PM EST
    The body is our primary way of making meaning--all topics #k12 can be explored in some way with the body #bcedchat
    In reply to @Robcat17
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:21 PM EST
    A1: At our K Talking Tables, it is amazing to watch the growth in language acquisition throughout the year. #bcedchat
  • Teachinginthe21 Feb 19 @ 10:21 PM EST
    Q3: How do you maximize student-to-student engagement and understanding in a multilingual classroom? #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:21 PM EST
    Q3: How do you maximize student-to-student engagement and understanding in a multilingual classroom? #bcedchat
  • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:21 PM EST
    exactly. Sometimes they are capable of more than their English will let them express, challenge them #bcedchat
    In reply to @Teachinginthe21
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:22 PM EST
    A3: I've found that art/music/ and cultural sharing greatly increases student engagement (at element, at least) #bcedchat
  • Robcat17 Feb 19 @ 10:22 PM EST
    #bcedchat lol! I was just happy I was close!
    In reply to @HarMath, @perfinker
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:22 PM EST
    ENTER punctuation marks--the ingenious little marks somewhat replacing the body in communication #imaginativeEd #bcedchat
    In reply to @HarMath, @Robcat17
  • nathan_stevens Feb 19 @ 10:22 PM EST
    we will have it again this year #bcedchat
    In reply to @MargaretOW
  • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:23 PM EST
    A3: I think it's about building a supportive classroom community that will show patience for newcomers, and be kind #bcedchat
  • HarMath Feb 19 @ 10:23 PM EST
    #bcedchat A3 As with any S, finding what they are good at & giving choice , involving their passion, --> more willing to talk
    In reply to @perfinker
  • nathan_stevens Feb 19 @ 10:23 PM EST
    A2 I do a lot of building activities. That crosses multiple languages #bcedchat
  • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:24 PM EST
    definitely areas where everyone can contribute something and feel successful #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • MargaretOW Feb 19 @ 10:24 PM EST
    #bcedchat unfortunately, no ISTE for me this yr. we are still in session when it is on #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • nathan_stevens Feb 19 @ 10:24 PM EST
    A3 lots of drawing and sketching bridges language gaps and gets everyone involved #bcedchat
    In reply to @Teachinginthe21
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:24 PM EST
    By Building, do you mean maker?personal/social building? team events? #bcedchat #runningoutofbuildingideasstealingfromNathan
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:25 PM EST
    We hope you’re enjoying the chat tonight! Remember, we chat every Sunday at 7 pm PST! #bcedchat
  • nathan_stevens Feb 19 @ 10:25 PM EST
    team based building #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:25 PM EST
    Q4 coming up soon! #bcedchat #Multilingualism
  • Teachinginthe21 Feb 19 @ 10:25 PM EST
    Q4 coming up soon! #bcedchat #Multilingualism
  • brigitte2008 Feb 19 @ 10:26 PM EST
    I get my new students working with everyone in the class over time so they can connect. #bcedchat
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:26 PM EST
    Lovely metaphor for extending learning opps to all the kids in the class! "building" "bridging" #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:26 PM EST
    This can be so helpful. Helps them connect at their level without dumbing it down due to language barrier #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @CarrieFroese
  • Robcat17 Feb 19 @ 10:26 PM EST
    #bcedchat or for SPED students, or my student in a wheelchair, or ANYONE!
    In reply to @sapphkat
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:27 PM EST
    There must be an emoji for that "sigh"!!! #bcedchat
    In reply to @HarMath
  • nathan_stevens Feb 19 @ 10:27 PM EST
    when there is a physical object it is easier for students to describe #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • NargesNirumvala Feb 19 @ 10:27 PM EST
    Why private school students outperform public school peers...not the reasons you think! https://t.co/fXujoVeBdD #bcedchat #bcpoli
  • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:27 PM EST
    me too. Change seating every week. It's pretty fluid. I have flexible seating with like a home base #bcedchat
    In reply to @brigitte2008
  • Teachinginthe21 Feb 19 @ 10:27 PM EST
    Q4: What challenges do you face teaching in a multilingual classroom? #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:27 PM EST
    Q4: What challenges do you face teaching in a multilingual classroom? #bcedchat
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:28 PM EST
    I think the small groups that get Ss interacting is very important #bcedchat
    In reply to @brigitte2008
  • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:28 PM EST
    yes!! Agreed. I think community and caring are the most important parts :) #bcedchat
    In reply to @Robcat17
  • RosaIsiah Feb 19 @ 10:28 PM EST
    u had to step away. I'm back. Thanks! #bcedchat
    In reply to @CraigMah
  • nathan_stevens Feb 19 @ 10:29 PM EST
    #thechallengeisacceptedandhereIammakingalongerhashtagthathasnothingtodowithchat #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @HarMath
  • HarMath Feb 19 @ 10:29 PM EST
    #bcedchat A4: TIME!! All Ss can learn ... given enough time for processing, vocab building, grammar, specialized language et al.
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:29 PM EST
    I've also tried connecting to the First Nations Principles of Learning to help engage all students. #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • Teachinginthe21 Feb 19 @ 10:29 PM EST
    couldn’t agree more!!! grrrr time!!! #bcedchat
    In reply to @HarMath
  • nathan_stevens Feb 19 @ 10:29 PM EST
    that sounds excellent #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:30 PM EST
    And ability to refer to the misunderstandings that are occurring. #bcedchat
    In reply to @HarMath
  • mme_angelee Feb 19 @ 10:30 PM EST
    Angelee in N van...a little late to the party tonight! #bcedchat
  • nathan_stevens Feb 19 @ 10:30 PM EST
    A4 I speak gibberish which confuses everyone #bcedchat
    In reply to @Teachinginthe21
  • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:30 PM EST
    A4: having the time to sit 1 on 1. Hard with a class of 30 that all want and need my attention #bcedchat
  • ChristineYH Feb 19 @ 10:30 PM EST
    Welcome Angelee to #bcedchat
    In reply to @mme_angelee
  • HarMath Feb 19 @ 10:30 PM EST
    #bcedchat A4 Ts need TIME to give appropriate feedback, observe learning, help where needed, prod as needed, challenge & build relationships
  • MargaretOW Feb 19 @ 10:31 PM EST
    #bcedchat LOL
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @Teachinginthe21
  • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:31 PM EST
    A4: Was literally going to write a very similar tweet, but @sapphkat says it all here. :) #bcedchat
    In reply to @sapphkat
    • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:30 PM EST
      A4: having the time to sit 1 on 1. Hard with a class of 30 that all want and need my attention #bcedchat
  • Robcat17 Feb 19 @ 10:31 PM EST
    #bcedchat You are the hashtag king. #IBowToYourSuperiorHashtag
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @brynmw, @HarMath
  • nathan_stevens Feb 19 @ 10:31 PM EST
    you can keep the trophy. My closet is full with all the trophies that I have from winning th Internet #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:31 PM EST
    #bcedchat I totally agree with you. It's TIME--a very important resource Ts need to reach every learner.
    In reply to @HarMath
  • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:31 PM EST
    exactly. So hard with 30 with multiple needs in a class #bcedchat
    In reply to @HarMath
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:31 PM EST
    you get the @technolandy extrinsic ribbon reward. #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @HarMath, @technolandy
  • RosaIsiah Feb 19 @ 10:31 PM EST
    A4 I don't currently lead in a multilingual classroom, but based on past experience, adequate materials for my Ss was a challenge #bcedchat
  • HarMath Feb 19 @ 10:32 PM EST
    Where's the rainbow ribbon. I'm going for that one! #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @nathan_stevens, @technolandy
  • CarrieFroese Feb 19 @ 10:32 PM EST
    A3 Schools r forboding 4 some of our parents. Greeting parents as partners in Ss education good start #bcedchat https://t.co/uPdL4at0py
    • gunnellAP Feb 19 @ 8:19 PM EST
      Q3: Many parents had negative experiences when they were in school, how do we build effective partnerships with those parents? #Wischat
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:32 PM EST
    That's still up for grabs....#bcedchat
    In reply to @HarMath, @nathan_stevens, @technolandy
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:33 PM EST
    YES! It is difficult to connect some parents to our schools, but it is necessary! #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieFroese
  • nathan_stevens Feb 19 @ 10:33 PM EST
    what do we need to do to win the rainbow ribbon #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @HarMath, @technolandy
  • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:33 PM EST
    Thank goodness #bcedchat is happening so I can procrastinate marking poetry booklets. Yay!
  • Teachinginthe21 Feb 19 @ 10:33 PM EST
    Such an important point! I loved having parents come & be a part of the classroom to promote language use and love! #bcedchat
    In reply to @CarrieFroese
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:33 PM EST
    This is a theme in the replies tonight TIME. #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @sapphkat
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:34 PM EST
    Oh, You'll know. Or you won't. It's all about inconsistent criteria for success. #bcedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @HarMath, @technolandy
  • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:34 PM EST
    Time always a factor re: any smaller issue in ed. I frequently wish for an hour longer in school day ... #bcedchat
    In reply to @perfinker, @sapphkat
  • Teachinginthe21 Feb 19 @ 10:34 PM EST
    Q5 coming up soon! #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:34 PM EST
    Q5 coming up soon! #bcedchat
  • HarMath Feb 19 @ 10:34 PM EST
    Nice to bring in this leg of the 3-legged stool. This is so important. Worthy of a #bcedchat topic in itself – Involving parents/families
    • CarrieFroese Feb 19 @ 10:32 PM EST
      A3 Schools r forboding 4 some of our parents. Greeting parents as partners in Ss education good start #bcedchat https://t.co/uPdL4at0py
      • gunnellAP Feb 19 @ 8:19 PM EST
        Q3: Many parents had negative experiences when they were in school, how do we build effective partnerships with those parents? #Wischat
  • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:34 PM EST
    a4: I find another hard part is communicating effectively with parents when English may not be a language they fully understand #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:35 PM EST
    Tonight’s topic was suggested by YOU, #bcedchat! Please stop by our website to suggest topics for upcoming chats: https://t.co/apNWRbqItJ
  • Robcat17 Feb 19 @ 10:35 PM EST
    #bcedchat I have seen THAT theme in more than 1 chat. We need to continually find ways to work smarter
    In reply to @perfinker, @MsVictoriaOlson, @sapphkat
  • brigitte2008 Feb 19 @ 10:35 PM EST
    #bcedchat sometimes doing nothing initially helps Ss settle in. My new intl S does not want any help right now. He is happy just being.
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:35 PM EST
    Absolutely. Very challenging. #bcedchat
    In reply to @sapphkat
  • nathan_stevens Feb 19 @ 10:35 PM EST
    like answer the remaining questions with rainbow gifs #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @HarMath, @technolandy
  • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:35 PM EST
    I wouldn't mind an extra hour. Some students stay till 4 or later. :) #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @perfinker
  • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:35 PM EST
    Yes! And bridging some cultural norms that are challenging the language barrier as well. #bcedchat
    In reply to @sapphkat
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:36 PM EST
    I agree, but part of that is having that strong culture in the school (support from teachers/staff/students) #bcedchat
    In reply to @brigitte2008
  • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:36 PM EST
    yes! We are definitely on the same page here. #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:36 PM EST
    He will be learning a huge amount through the immersion in the class with other Canadian students! #bcedchat
    In reply to @brigitte2008
  • Robcat17 Feb 19 @ 10:36 PM EST
    #bcedchat thru tech/better classroom management/creative thinking, because teachers can't work HARDER
    In reply to @perfinker, @MsVictoriaOlson, @sapphkat
  • MargaretOW Feb 19 @ 10:36 PM EST
    very important to learn about/consider cultural norms #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @sapphkat
  • Teachinginthe21 Feb 19 @ 10:37 PM EST
    Q5: How do you try to resolve the previously mentioned challenges? #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:37 PM EST
    Q5: How do you try to resolve the previously mentioned challenges? #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:37 PM EST
    I feel like I do many of those well & I still work my tail off to get things done and done well... #bcedchat
    In reply to @Robcat17, @perfinker, @sapphkat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:38 PM EST
    Give a plate-filler more time and they'll just fill their plate fuller, right? #bcedchat
    In reply to @Robcat17, @perfinker, @sapphkat
  • HarMath Feb 19 @ 10:38 PM EST
    #bcedchat Nice point! Else we employ our own culture to interpret what they say or miss what Ss hear
    In reply to @MargaretOW, @MsVictoriaOlson, @sapphkat
  • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:38 PM EST
    FreshGrade helps as I can show pictures and videos of the learning. Not just comments. Also utilize MC worker #bcedchat
    In reply to @Teachinginthe21
  • RosaIsiah Feb 19 @ 10:38 PM EST
    I had to share with my #bcedchat friends tonight. The chat topic is multilingual classrooms @CraigMah https://t.co/lO4jDo978I
    In reply to @CraigMah
  • wesaquje Feb 19 @ 10:38 PM EST
    A3: Through open communication and building a sense of belonging. #bcedchat
  • Robcat17 Feb 19 @ 10:39 PM EST
    #bcedchat have u invited friends 2 watch u teach? Ask for suggestions? I can't get people into my...
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @perfinker, @sapphkat
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:39 PM EST
    Definitely. There needs to be the support available, but not necessarily needed. #bcedchat
    In reply to @brigitte2008
  • wesaquje Feb 19 @ 10:39 PM EST
    A4: One on one attention. #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:39 PM EST
    @MargaretOW @HarMath @sapphkat And it can be simple things like how sick can your kid be when you send them to school. #bcedchat
    In reply to @MargaretOW, @HarMath, @sapphkat
  • Robcat17 Feb 19 @ 10:39 PM EST
    #bcedchat ...to make suggestions. It's all "you're great!" That's NOT helpful.
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @perfinker, @sapphkat
  • HarMath Feb 19 @ 10:40 PM EST
    @MargaretOW @MsVictoriaOlson @sapphkat #bcedchat 1st nations work making us learn this valuable lesson. History = his story not the story
    In reply to @MargaretOW, @MsVictoriaOlson, @sapphkat
  • lyndasuelew Feb 19 @ 10:40 PM EST
    definitely agree with this statement. Challenging when student becomes translator. Can be empowering for student. 1/2 #bcedchat
    In reply to @sapphkat
  • MargaretOW Feb 19 @ 10:40 PM EST
    excellent example of why this is important #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson, @HarMath, @sapphkat
  • wesaquje Feb 19 @ 10:40 PM EST
    A5: Scheduling specific time in my day book to remember. #bcedchat
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:41 PM EST
    At one school, we set up a learning team to go deeper in our sharing #bcedchat 1/2
    In reply to @Robcat17, @MsVictoriaOlson, @perfinker, @sapphkat
  • YukonQUESTions Feb 19 @ 10:41 PM EST
    Hey All! Late to the party, having my b-day supper - break before the cake time 😋 #bcedchat
  • lyndasuelew Feb 19 @ 10:41 PM EST
    ...but can also put student in difficult situation. 2/2 #bcedchat
    In reply to @sapphkat
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:41 PM EST
    YES--I was thinking COLLABORATION is important here #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw, @Robcat17, @MsVictoriaOlson, @sapphkat
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:41 PM EST
    our teaching through observations with the support of Faye Brownlie. Very good learning opportunity. #bcedchat 2/2
    In reply to @Robcat17
  • HarMath Feb 19 @ 10:41 PM EST
    #bcedchat wishes you a Happy Birthday!
    In reply to @YukonQUESTions
  • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:42 PM EST
    Yay! Happy birthday, Marcia! #bcedchat
    In reply to @HarMath, @YukonQUESTions
  • Teachinginthe21 Feb 19 @ 10:42 PM EST
    Q6 coming up! #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:42 PM EST
    Q6 coming up! #bcedchat
  • YukonQUESTions Feb 19 @ 10:42 PM EST
    Q1 Lots of opps to TALK, talk before you write and find ways to incorporate L1 into learning #bcedchat
  • MargaretOW Feb 19 @ 10:42 PM EST
    #bcedchat what you see depends on where you are standing...
    In reply to @HarMath, @MsVictoriaOlson, @sapphkat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Feb 19 @ 10:42 PM EST
    I've learned that using some online translator sites produce some very unwanted messages! #bcedchat
    In reply to @sapphkat
  • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:42 PM EST
    collaboration is good too. Would be nice to have more time to do that too. All done in own time #bcedchat
    In reply to @perfinker, @brynmw, @Robcat17
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:42 PM EST
    Q6: What is an activity that you use to kick off your week with in the classroom? #bcedchat
  • Teachinginthe21 Feb 19 @ 10:42 PM EST
    Q6: What is an activity that you use to kick off your week with in the classroom? #bcedchat
  • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:43 PM EST
    We have been doing a pilot program that highlights our students' culture and identity. I'm learning so much!! ❤️ #bcedchat
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:43 PM EST
    I agree! I've used both google translate and iTranslate and find that neither work perfectly. #bcedchat
    In reply to @CraigMah, @sapphkat
  • HarMath Feb 19 @ 10:44 PM EST
    #bcedchat A6: different for various grs but I love good problems for them to solve together in groups of 3 & even whole class explorations
  • brigitte2008 Feb 19 @ 10:44 PM EST
    A Great math Joke and a great math problem Ss solve together. Great way to start a week with laughter and collaboration. #bcedchat
  • mme_angelee Feb 19 @ 10:44 PM EST
    A6: We kick off every morning with a morning meeting. Ss share something diff everyday. M- talk about your weekend. Can say pass #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:45 PM EST
    Don’t forget to use the #bcedchat hashtag throughout the week to keep the conversation going!
  • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:45 PM EST
    doing a dinner series with her now. Amazing ideas #bcedchat
    In reply to @brynmw
  • mme_angelee Feb 19 @ 10:45 PM EST
    A6: Tried something new last week and will try tmrw. Meditation in the morning. Thinking about how we can have a good day/week #bcedchat
  • HarMath Feb 19 @ 10:46 PM EST
    #bcedchat could take this analogy further . . . Hmmm? Where we've been, where we're going, who we are standing with, who's watching . . .
    • MargaretOW Feb 19 @ 10:42 PM EST
      #bcedchat what you see depends on where you are standing...
      In reply to @HarMath, @MsVictoriaOlson, @sapphkat
  • Robcat17 Feb 19 @ 10:46 PM EST
    #bcedchat we have time but are in required teams. They don't always click. PLCs need like goals/desire improve
    In reply to @sapphkat, @perfinker, @brynmw
  • perfinker Feb 19 @ 10:46 PM EST
    #bcedchat Thx colleagues--I need to fly. Looking forward 2 chatting w you next week. For now, FLOWERs for you all amazing educators!
  • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:46 PM EST
    I love the idea of positive intention setting. Promotes students to take ownership of their own learning. #bcedchat
    In reply to @mme_angelee
  • lyndasuelew Feb 19 @ 10:47 PM EST
    whoa. that is amazing! inspirational! sometimes it is sooooooo hard to be open to not being 'perfect'! #bcedchat
    In reply to @Teachinginthe21
  • YukonQUESTions Feb 19 @ 10:47 PM EST
    Q6 Spend W1 building com, icebreakers. Write "I Am From/We Are From" poems (see K.Gould-Lundy) include L1 in writing #bcedchat
  • CraigMah - Moderator Feb 19 @ 10:47 PM EST
    Excited to have you guest mod next week's #BCEdChat on Imaginative Education! I'll be your co-pilot!
    In reply to @perfinker
  • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:47 PM EST
    Have a great week, Gillian! Looking forward to having you guest mod at #bcedchat next Sunday!
    In reply to @perfinker
  • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:47 PM EST
    I think I would prefer to pick my own team but guess u get different things not always working with friends #bcedchat
    In reply to @Robcat17
  • Teachinginthe21 Feb 19 @ 10:47 PM EST
    agreed! @Mrs_A_Pimentel and @tracyacramer have offered this in their classrooms! #bcedchat
    In reply to @lyndasuelew, @Mrs_A_Pimentel, @tracyacramer
  • mme_angelee Feb 19 @ 10:47 PM EST
    we did a cool back to back meditation this past Fri so Ss could feel the steadiness of their friend behind them #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • MargaretOW Feb 19 @ 10:48 PM EST
    #bcedchat for sure...their is no one "correct version" of anything
    In reply to @HarMath
  • Robcat17 Feb 19 @ 10:48 PM EST
    #bcedchat I also have my "unofficial team" from dif grades/subjects/etc but we all want to improve and are fearless w/data
    In reply to @sapphkat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:49 PM EST
    Do you have an outline of lesson? We do MindUP program 3x daily but good to shake up w/ new ways to do it! #bcedchat
    In reply to @mme_angelee
  • Teachinginthe21 Feb 19 @ 10:49 PM EST
    Q7: What types of support are you currently working with in your classroom? #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:49 PM EST
    Q7: What types of support are you currently working with in your classroom? #bcedchat
  • MargaretOW Feb 19 @ 10:49 PM EST
    #bcedchat thanks to the moderators and everyone who joined in :) Have a great week
  • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:50 PM EST
    A7: We have a fabulous ELL teacher who is able to take Ss 2x/week to build vocab/structure. #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:50 PM EST
    Please bookmark our homepage to keep up to date on #bcedchat info, archives, and topic suggestions https://t.co/crmN0EjjX6
  • EduGladiators Feb 19 @ 10:50 PM EST
    💻#EduGladiators EMPOWER Ts/Parent dynamic w/@cdmveep LIVE Podcast MONDAY ⏯https://t.co/g1e34qEXji #bcedchat #caedchat #OREdChat #bfc530
  • ChristineYH Feb 19 @ 10:50 PM EST
    Thank you for joining us tonight on #bcedchat. @Teachinginthe21 Rocked it tonight as a co-mod. #multlingualism
    In reply to @MargaretOW, @Teachinginthe21
  • Robcat17 Feb 19 @ 10:50 PM EST
    #bcedchat YES! Admin and politicians should tell me goals and let me get my students there. Goals & means often @ odds!
    In reply to @MargaretOW, @HarMath
  • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:50 PM EST
    We also have great side-by-side support (available through reinstated funding!) for guided reading. HUGE help. #bcedchat
  • technolandy Feb 19 @ 10:50 PM EST
    A7 thanks to tonight I've got some ideas for non verbal supports within the classroom and around the school! #bcedchat
  • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:51 PM EST
    A7: I have an EA about half time, some pullout LST support, amazing teacher colleagues to bounce ideas off of #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:51 PM EST
    They're a huge help to kids who are working to decipher language. #bcedchat
    In reply to @technolandy
  • Teachinginthe21 Feb 19 @ 10:51 PM EST
    SO glad it was helpful!!!#bcedchat
    • technolandy Feb 19 @ 10:50 PM EST
      A7 thanks to tonight I've got some ideas for non verbal supports within the classroom and around the school! #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:52 PM EST
    #bcedchat, did you know that #edcamp35 is on Apr29 & we can have these convos IN PERSON?! Register here to join us: https://t.co/nPuTGET1NG
  • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:52 PM EST
    I know, right?! I am elated to have this extra help, even if it's only a couple times a week. #bcedchat
    In reply to @Teachinginthe21
  • tracyacramer Feb 19 @ 10:52 PM EST
    you are welcome in my classroom ANYtime #bcedchat
    In reply to @Teachinginthe21, @lyndasuelew, @Mrs_A_Pimentel
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:52 PM EST
    I recommend attending this to anyone that can. Such a powerful learning opportunity! #sd43 #bcedchat
  • Robcat17 Feb 19 @ 10:53 PM EST
    #bcedchat Thanks for letting me sit in!
  • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:53 PM EST
    Hahah! You rule, Ms Cramer! :D #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer, @Teachinginthe21, @lyndasuelew, @Mrs_A_Pimentel
  • Teachinginthe21 Feb 19 @ 10:53 PM EST
    Q8: What resources (written or electronic) would you recommend to fellow educators in multilingual classrooms?#bcedchat
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:53 PM EST
    Q8: What resources (written or electronic) would you recommend to fellow educators in multilingual classrooms?#bcedchat
  • wesaquje Feb 19 @ 10:53 PM EST
    A6: I use a talking circle to promote oral language and to build classroom community. #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:55 PM EST
    Follow the people you have met in this chat - you will find they are the resource. #bcedchat
  • wesaquje Feb 19 @ 10:55 PM EST
    A7: Co-teaching supports. #bcedchat
  • mme_angelee Feb 19 @ 10:55 PM EST
    mostly things I think about @ yoga that I propose to the class as sth to try. Lucky that they are so willing! #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:56 PM EST
    We need your topic suggestions! Please suggest a topic for a future #bcedchat here: https://t.co/gT195rXzC1
  • sapphkat Feb 19 @ 10:56 PM EST
    A8: I took an ESL course through Queens; I feel so much better about being in multilingual class and that I'm on the right track #bcedchat
  • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:56 PM EST
    Looking forward to next week's #bcedchat with guest mod @perfinker and @CraigMah on Imaginative Education.
    In reply to @perfinker, @CraigMah
  • HarMath Feb 19 @ 10:56 PM EST
    #bcedchat Called away. Great chat with more to think about. Thank you all!
  • MsVictoriaOlson Feb 19 @ 10:57 PM EST
    Well if you ever write it down or blog about it, please do share :) #bcedchat
    In reply to @mme_angelee
  • wesaquje Feb 19 @ 10:57 PM EST
    A8: Teaching reading in a multilingual classroom (Freeman, 2000). #bcedchat
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:58 PM EST
    Thank you for joining #bcedchat tonight!
  • lyndasuelew Feb 19 @ 10:58 PM EST
    Wowie, Wowie, Wowie! Wondering the response from parents, colleagues, students? #bcedchat
    In reply to @tracyacramer, @Teachinginthe21, @Mrs_A_Pimentel
  • mme_angelee Feb 19 @ 10:58 PM EST
    I love our weekly talking circles. Very important to our week and something that we make time for no matter what #bcedchat
    In reply to @wesaquje
  • CraigMah - Moderator Feb 19 @ 10:58 PM EST
    It's be a great chat! Great to tap @perfinker expertise and passion for @IERG_SFU #bcedchat
    In reply to @perfinker, @IERG_SFU
  • brynmw Feb 19 @ 10:58 PM EST
    Thank you @Teachinginthe21 for a great chat tonight! #bcedchat
    In reply to @Teachinginthe21
  • bcedchat Feb 19 @ 10:59 PM EST
    Please join #bcedchat next week with mod @CraigMah and Guest mod @perfinker ! at 7pm PST for our topic Imaginative Education
    In reply to @CraigMah, @perfinker
  • mme_angelee Feb 19 @ 10:59 PM EST
    Of course! Was thinking about getting back into my blogging. This might be an encouraging place to start :) #bcedchat
    In reply to @MsVictoriaOlson