#6thchat Archive | Participate

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #6thchat! Please introduce yourself, where you teach, and what subjects.

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mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:01 PM EDT

I am Kristin and I will be moderating tonight's chat! I teach ELA and SS in Lansing, MI #6thchat

SamReisman93 Aug 15 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hello #6thchat, I'm Sam and I teach 6th ELA in Waukegan, IL. I don't know if I'll make the entire chat, feeling a little under the weather

mskaufmanELA Aug 15 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hello! I'm Melissa, & I teach 6th grade ELA in Missouri. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:03 PM EDT

We will use a Q1/A1, Q2/A2 format. #6thchat

rolandteach Aug 15 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hello #6thchat I'm Monica & I teach ELA in KS. I'll be in and out tonight.

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Welcome Sam! Take care of yourself! Hope you feel better and stay as long as you're able! #6thchat

In reply to @SamReisman93

pjcerullo Aug 15 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi #6thchat Phil, 5th grade and all subjects, hopping in for a bit from NJ.

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi Melissa! So glad you are here! #6thchat

In reply to @mskaufmanELA

MsREThomas Aug 15 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Here for my first #6thchat, Renee from SE Iowa, I teach RELA, SS, and Tech.

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Welcome Monica! Happy that you can join for as long as you are able! #6thchat

In reply to @rolandteach

HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 9:04 PM EDT

I think #6thchat is starting.

In reply to @NowakRo

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Phil! Welcome to #6thchat! Glad to see you!

SamReisman93 Aug 15 @ 9:05 PM EDT

I'm going to try my best, luckily I still have another week until I start so I can get over it before Ss arrive #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser

AnneClark7 Aug 15 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Anne from NE Indiana on the very first student day! Hello #6thchat!

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Welcome to #6thchat Howard!

bakerbg Aug 15 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hi! Brett here from PA! eLearning Coach and 6th grade teacher. Glad to be a part of the chat! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Question 1 is on the slide! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:06 PM EDT

WElcome Anne! How did the first day go? #6thchat

In reply to @AnneClark7

Mr_Lisek Aug 15 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Finally returning to #6thchat! Ryan in Flint, Social Studies.

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hi Brett! Welcome to #6thchat!

In reply to @bakerbg

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hi, #6thchat. Marilyn, from SoCal. Glad to be here.

SamReisman93 Aug 15 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: Movies and TV, comics, games (video and board) are the big ones I am into outside of class #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1) I love Zumba, reading inspirational books, learning about healthy cooking, traveling and playing games. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Welcome Ryan! So glad you are here with the #6thchat crew!

In reply to @Mr_Lisek

HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Helllooooo #6thchat. Howard mindless school. Math science. 5th. 6th. I'm on vacation & I'm fired up.

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:07 PM EDT

So exciting!!! #6thchat

In reply to @AnneClark7

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Hi Marilyn! Welcome! Glad you are here tonight! #6thchat

In reply to @MarilynEDU

Mr_Lisek Aug 15 @ 9:07 PM EDT

I have a passion for anything techonolgy. I always look for ways to incorporate technology in a meaningful way for Ss. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Question 1 is on the slide! #6thchat

pjcerullo Aug 15 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: Movies, games of all sorts, reading for fun, mini-gold, and Disney are my passions outside the classroom. #6thchat

mskaufmanELA Aug 15 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: feels like this is a typical ELA teacher answer, but I LOVE reading. Also movies & tv, making cards, musicals/live theater. #6thchat

bakerbg Aug 15 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Just having returned from a xcountry trip which included 2 weeks in Alaska, I love traveling w my wife and family in our trailer. #6thchat

AnneClark7 Aug 15 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@pjcerullo @mrskochheiser Thanks for asking! It was so fun! Lots of engaged kiddos! #6thchat

In reply to @MarilynEDU, @pjcerullo, @mrskochheiser

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MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1) I am genuinely interested in exercise and #Trash2Treasure painting wooden pieces. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Question 1 is on the slide! #6thchat

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HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Wow. Typo. Middle school. What's a mindless school anyways? (Don't answer that). #6thchat.

KMHundt Aug 15 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: Kristin here from Michigan... checking in a little late! I'm just recently into spinning. Also love photo., reading, & music #6thchat

Mr_Lisek Aug 15 @ 9:10 PM EDT

I have a passion for anything technology. Anytime I can find a new tech tool, site, or game I try it out. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Question 1 is on the slide! #6thchat

jstevehiggs Aug 15 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Hey gang setting up classroom tonight in Alberta, so may not be fully present. Following along on big screen though :). #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Oh, making cards! That's an interesting one! Live theater, too! Great! #6thchat

In reply to @mskaufmanELA

pjcerullo Aug 15 @ 9:11 PM EDT

That's great to hear!! It's going to be an awesome year! #6thchat

In reply to @AnneClark7, @MarilynEDU, @mrskochheiser

AnneClark7 Aug 15 @ 9:11 PM EDT

I love art, art history, making art. And reading! #6thchat

Mr_Lisek Aug 15 @ 9:11 PM EDT

You know, I wondered about that, but assumed it was some sort of new way of teaching. #6thchat

In reply to @HowardKiyuna

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:11 PM EDT

That's a well-rounded list. Do you watch Netflix? HBO? #6thchat

In reply to @mskaufmanELA

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Glad we can keep you company in your room tonight on #6thchat!

In reply to @jstevehiggs

HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Hi w are people answering? Not again. I must be blocked or something. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Question 2 is on the slide! #6thchat

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Ditto!!! #6thchat

In reply to @pjcerullo, @AnneClark7, @mrskochheiser

AnneClark7 Aug 15 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Howard, are you on Tweetdeck? #6thchat

In reply to @HowardKiyuna

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I laughed when I read it...thought you were joking! ;) #6thchat

In reply to @HowardKiyuna

mskaufmanELA Aug 15 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Netflix always! I don't watch live tv anymore! Netflix has spoiled me! (& occasionally Hulu & AmazonPrime) #6thchat

In reply to @MarilynEDU

HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I'm gonna play a game. I'm gonna read answers, guess the question, them answer. Here we go. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2) I have gamified my classroom because of my love of games; we've done photo essays because of my love of photography. #6thchat

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Lol. Sometimes I feel mindless after school :) #6thchat

In reply to @HowardKiyuna

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:13 PM EDT

So many ways to connect with art! #6thchat

In reply to @AnneClark7

SamReisman93 Aug 15 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2: I incorporated comics this last year into some lessons and found it as a great way to interact w/ Ss as well as discussing TV #6thchat

MsREThomas Aug 15 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: seeing musicals with my Mom, reading, anything techie, and my cat, Ladybug. #6thchat

MrTravisDrake Aug 15 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1 dynasty fantasy football, Louisville athletics, understanding the Bible #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Are you on tweetdeck? #6thchat

In reply to @HowardKiyuna

KMHundt Aug 15 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2: My love for reading comes in HUGE in the classroom- I love talking to Ss about books & getting the right book into Ss hands. #6thchat

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:14 PM EDT

We cut the cord about a year ago. Did you watch "The Night Of" on HBO? #6thchat

In reply to @mskaufmanELA

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:14 PM EDT

First question is what are your genuine interests outside the classroom? #6thchat

In reply to @HowardKiyuna

SamReisman93 Aug 15 @ 9:14 PM EDT

If you pull up @mrskochheiser's page you can find the ?s that's what I have to do #6thchat

In reply to @HowardKiyuna, @mrskochheiser

pjcerullo Aug 15 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2: I love games, so I have tried out many in our classroom. Ss also make their own Math Boardgame near the end of year. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Fantasy football is my sons' favorite outside interest too! #6thchat

In reply to @MrTravisDrake

bakerbg Aug 15 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q2 - My wife and I love the Iditarod and try to incorporate that into our classes. Alaska was a great place to visit for that love. #6thchat

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:15 PM EDT

That's a great way to do the chat. #GoodLuck #6thchat

In reply to @jstevehiggs, @mrskochheiser

Mr_Lisek Aug 15 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: I have had the opp to make my classroom 1:1. I bring iPad QR code scav hunts, gamification, and video creation w/green screen. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Question 2 is on the slide! #6thchat

KMHundt Aug 15 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: I play music from all over the world for Ss esp. in Western Hemisphere since that's what our social studies content focuses on. #6thchat

HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1: I like to BBQ & watch movies to relax. This summer I acquired a taste for root beer & salt vinegar chips. How'd I do? #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Do you use tweetdeck Sam? Just curious. #6thchat

In reply to @SamReisman93, @HowardKiyuna

rolandteach Aug 15 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1: Card & Bored games, along with reading are some of my passions. #6thchat

AnneClark7 Aug 15 @ 9:15 PM EDT

I try to encourage students to design projects to make them aesthetically pleasing and to think about colors, lines, fonts. #6thchat

pjcerullo Aug 15 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2: I also use Disney films to help understand the Hero's Journey. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Are you on Tweetdeck? #6thchat

In reply to @MrTravisDrake

MrTravisDrake Aug 15 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2 By making fun of their college gear that they wear that isn't Louisville (they love it, and give it back to me) #6thchat

KMHundt Aug 15 @ 9:16 PM EDT

I should totally do more with photography! Great idea! #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser

Mr_Lisek Aug 15 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A colleague and I used to do a Tour de Europe w/our 7th graders. Music, Art, History, Geo., and on Fridays we cooked foods. #6thchat

KMHundt Aug 15 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: I play music from all over the world for Ss esp. in Western Hemisphere since that's what our social studies content focuses on. #6thchat

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2) Painted these podiums to use as standing desks last week. Found them in the storage room. #DIY #6thchat

PrincipalSmart Aug 15 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Hey, #6thchat so glad to jump in tonight even if I can't stay for whole chat. Michelle from Saskatchewan, Canada.

rolandteach Aug 15 @ 9:17 PM EDT

We play scrabble a few times a year. Last year we tried @WordsEDU want to play it a lot more this year. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Tweetdeck will load all #6thchat mentions into one column for you in real time (or pretty close to it).

In reply to @MrTravisDrake

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Question 3 is on the slide! #6thchat

AnneClark7 Aug 15 @ 9:18 PM EDT

I love those!!! Podiums!!! Yay for #DIY #6thchat

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2) Painted these podiums to use as standing desks last week. Found them in the storage room. #DIY #6thchat

mskaufmanELA Aug 15 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2.1: Reading is easy since I teach that! I try to incorporate pop culture w/ movies &tv whenever possible. Even if just for rships #6thchat

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:18 PM EDT

I'd love to hear what you do with the photo essays. #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Okay. I think those who use that are able to have a column with #6thchat mentions and all of the questions/answers fall into the column.

In reply to @SamReisman93, @HowardKiyuna

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:18 PM EDT

#DIY and #Netflix. The perfect pairing. #6thchat

In reply to @AnneClark7

mskaufmanELA Aug 15 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2.2: I'd love to take my kids to a live theater performance but that can get pricey! I need to do some grant writing for that! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3) Ss benefit from seeing & hearing enthusiasm of the T on interests outside of the school day. Ss get to know T as a whole person #6thchat

Mr_Lisek Aug 15 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3: When Ts bring passion to their teaching, learning becomes interesting. The relationship is built through those interactions. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Question 3 is on the slide! #6thchat

rolandteach Aug 15 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: We play Scrabble a few times a year. Last year we tried @WordsEDU want to play it a lot more this year. #6thchat

SamReisman93 Aug 15 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3: Help Ss learn about you as a person to expand and grow relationships and possibly to earn ex. cred. from including in work #6thchat

MsREThomas Aug 15 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2: by having materials for students to explore and including global connections #6thchat

PrincipalSmart Aug 15 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Can't seem to see the questions.if someone could retweet the next one that would be awesome! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:20 PM EDT

I did six-word memoirs, & this yr am looking into that again. They write a six-word memoir & then create a photo as background. #6thchat

In reply to @MarilynEDU

HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2/3: I like to tinker w/stuff so we do/I'm considered tearing down a bike to the pat bearing & rebuilding. By 6th gr I did this #6thchat

KMHundt Aug 15 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3: Ss need to see us be human. Hopefully my passions help ignite something in a Ss. #6thchat

SamReisman93 Aug 15 @ 9:20 PM EDT

I should probably give it another chance #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser, @HowardKiyuna

TechieTeachOtt Aug 15 @ 9:20 PM EDT

I'm here! I'm late, but I'm here! #6thchat

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Howard, you're spot on for time away from work. What do you like to BBQ? Great balance. #6thchat

In reply to @HowardKiyuna

MsREThomas Aug 15 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3: I believe it adds to classroom community #6thchat

pjcerullo Aug 15 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3: Making connections and building rapport. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:21 PM EDT

My former student teacher went to see that in Alaska and brought me the book Granite about it. #6thchat

In reply to @bakerbg

mskaufmanELA Aug 15 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Me too!!! It always shocks them when they see how many graphic novels & comics I have! #6thchat

In reply to @KMHundt

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Do students take their own pictures? #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser

rolandteach Aug 15 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3: Ss connect with you through ur passions or lack of. Told Ss today I've never play Minecraft & it opened up all types of convo. #6thchat

KMHundt Aug 15 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3: Ss need to see us get fired up so they can get fired up too! #6thchat

MrTravisDrake Aug 15 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Kids are saying the world savages, so I quote Clerks, tell them a bunch of savages in this town, and they can't rent here anymore #6thchat

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3) By sharing ourselves, it will open Ss up to sharing & engaging in class. We're creating a safe environment. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Question 3 is on the slide! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Question 4 is on the slide! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Question 4: How might you benefit from bringing more of your true self into the classroom? #6thchat

PrincipalSmart Aug 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 It is an easy way to make connections and build relationships .#6thchat

AnneClark7 Aug 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

When I teach anything historic--Harlem Renaissance, Middle Ages, I show them the art of the era--visual understanding and interest. #6thchat

TechieTeachOtt Aug 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A1 Reading, hiking (great trails in northeast Ohio!), coding around with the hubby and three kids, cooking... Gosh, I have a lot! #6thchat

mskaufmanELA Aug 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3: Builds those relationships! Lets kids see you as a person. Lets them realize you're really weird (my kids today!) #6thchat

MsREThomas Aug 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

RT @mrskochheiser: Question 4 is on the slide! #6thchat https://t.co/bAZMIxOL5z

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A4) Enjoyment! When you are able to integrate your passion, you have more joy, less stress. Happy T = Happy life! #6thchat

MrTravisDrake Aug 15 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Not sure why latest #6thchat wouldn't pick up questions

In reply to @mrskochheiser

SamReisman93 Aug 15 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A4: Gets Ss to like and trust you more so they are more willing to share themselves #6thchat

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:25 PM EDT

So true. If we're showing enthusiasm, hopefully Ss will feel safe to be enthusiastic with us. #ClassCulture #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3) Ss benefit from seeing & hearing enthusiasm of the T on interests outside of the school day. Ss get to know T as a whole person #6thchat

Mr_Lisek Aug 15 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A4: When Ss see the real you, they understand they can make a connection. If you're shut off from Ss, they won't grow with you. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Question 4 is on the slide! #6thchat

AnneClark7 Aug 15 @ 9:25 PM EDT

That would be my answer, as well! Plus I think my enthusiasm is contagious!! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A4) Enjoyment! When you are able to integrate your passion, you have more joy, less stress. Happy T = Happy life! #6thchat

TechieTeachOtt Aug 15 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A2 I am a bit of a gaming nerd and last year had a super bright S who needed an extension project. We did probability with D and D. #6thchat

MrTravisDrake Aug 15 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3 To understand that a teacher is a human too, and we have interests other than teaching. Some Ss don't comprehend that. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Me either. I am looking at #6thchat on Twitter now and not Tweetdeck. I see what you mean. Click on "Latest" on #6thchat instead of "Top"

In reply to @MrTravisDrake

PrincipalSmart Aug 15 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A4 Sharing in the classroom is all about learning together. We need to share in the same way we want our students to. #6thchat

pjcerullo Aug 15 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Definitely Kristin. When you're passionate, joyful, and excited, students do the same. #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser

KMHundt Aug 15 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4: Ss see us sometimes as perfect. We need to make mistakes, fail, & persevere. They need us to be human, not super human. #6thchat

MrTravisDrake Aug 15 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4 Authentic relationships is what younger generations crave #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Those of you using Twitter and looking at #6thchat: Click on "latest" instead of "top" Defaults to "top" but "Latest" shows Qs.

TechieTeachOtt Aug 15 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3 Ss always benefit when they see their Ts as real ppl. My professors used to tell me not to smile until xmas. Yea right! #6thchat

HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3: We do cook in class. It engages & anchors a diff pop of Ss. #6thchat

SparkyTeaching Aug 15 @ 9:27 PM EDT

For creative educators who care about what counts! https://t.co/6CWheptN1V #CultureEd #6thchat #wismath #leadLAP #kidsdeserveit #edchat

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:27 PM EDT

#PitMaster!!! Canada is it?!? #6thchat

In reply to @HowardKiyuna

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Love this. #6thchat

KMHundt Aug 15 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4: Ss see us sometimes as perfect. We need to make mistakes, fail, & persevere. They need us to be human, not super human. #6thchat

PrincipalSmart Aug 15 @ 9:28 PM EDT

That is so true! They often don't understand we love to learn things too. #6thchat

In reply to @MrTravisDrake

mskaufmanELA Aug 15 @ 9:28 PM EDT

This is it exactly! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A4) Enjoyment! When you are able to integrate your passion, you have more joy, less stress. Happy T = Happy life! #6thchat

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Pretty close. I'm southern California. CA has some great weather for BBQing. #6thchat

In reply to @HowardKiyuna

TechieTeachOtt Aug 15 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4 When I go into my class as myself, Ss can tell I'm more authentic, which lets them b more authentic. It's a free space to be us. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Hmm...I can see the Qs on "latest". Strange to me why some can, some can't. Thanks for helping me explore the problem. #6thchat

In reply to @MrTravisDrake

Mr_Lisek Aug 15 @ 9:30 PM EDT

#6thchat: If the Qs are not showing up, go to Settings > Notifications > and click the toggle box to turn off quality filter. See image.

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Question 5 is on the slide! #6thchat

HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A5: We'd be less like a school that's for sure. But I'm as outside the box as I can get away with - I think. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A5) A passionate person who sees joy, gets excited about, looks forward to living, enjoys making connections to Ss. #6thchat

TechieTeachOtt Aug 15 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Awesome! It actually sparked class wide interest in both probability and DnD. We ended up with a DnD club and I got to be DM! #6thchat

In reply to @pjcerullo

SamReisman93 Aug 15 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A5: Passionate person, if I am a passionate person it will rub of on my teaching #6thchat

Mr_Lisek Aug 15 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A5: Tough, but I think passonate person. All get to see your passion vs. a just a select audience. That passion can be infectious. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Question 5 is on the slide! #6thchat

pjcerullo Aug 15 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A5: A passionate person so all areas of my life can be exciting. #6thchat

TechieTeachOtt Aug 15 @ 9:32 PM EDT

They can see through fake in an instant! #6thchat

In reply to @MrTravisDrake

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Yes! I will send you a link in a minute to see a final product. #6thchat

In reply to @MarilynEDU

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5) A passionate person because it will spill over to all aspects of your life. I'm completely passionate about life and teaching. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Question 5 is on the slide! #6thchat

MsREThomas Aug 15 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A6: passionate person b/c it would impact all areas of my life, including teaching #6thchat

AnneClark7 Aug 15 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Agreed. I think everybody has the capacity to be a passionate person. I want my students to be passionate people. #6thchat

SamReisman93 Aug 15 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A5: Passionate person, if I am a passionate person it will rub of on my teaching #6thchat

TechieTeachOtt Aug 15 @ 9:33 PM EDT

And connections! I remember being vaccinated when my art, history, and ELA class all connected somehow. #6thchat

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mskaufmanELA Aug 15 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A5: A passionate teacher! I just love it! I love that moment when a kid shines, and just blows you away with their amazingness! #6thchat

TechieTeachOtt Aug 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT

It was with 5th grade gifted students. The young man who inspired the whole thing was working at about an eighth grade level. #6thchat

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HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A5: Person? #6thchat

AnneClark7 Aug 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Well said!! #6thchat

In reply to @mskaufmanELA

TechieTeachOtt Aug 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT

I think you could tailor it, however, to a wide range of ages. Probability appears at its most basic form pretty early in math. #6thchat

In reply to @pjcerullo

KMHundt Aug 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A5: Passionate person- my real self and teaching self are pretty much the same. I am fervent in all things ;) #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Here's a six word memoir video we did: https://t.co/pZEqVYaED2 #6thchat

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mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Question 6 is on the slide! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A6) Be vulnerable. It's okay to show your true self to Ss--your interests and struggles. #6thchat

MrTravisDrake Aug 15 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A6 own them like a boss #noregrets #6thchat

Mr_Lisek Aug 15 @ 9:38 PM EDT

#6thchat: For mobile users, go to Notifications > The gear at the top of the screen > toggle the quality filter to off

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SamReisman93 Aug 15 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A6: Just go for it! If you are interested in it it's likely so are your Ss #6thchat

TechieTeachOtt Aug 15 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A5 person. Teaching is part of who I am as a person so I kill two birds with one stone #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:38 PM EDT

I don't think there is a lot of room for difference btwn passionate person and teacher if you are authentic in all you do. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Yes. Let me know if it works! #6thchat

In reply to @MrTravisDrake

SamReisman93 Aug 15 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Didn't work for me sadly, I'm going to try flipping it on and off again #6thchat

In reply to @Mr_Lisek, @PrincipalSmart

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Wow! Love these 6 word memoirs, @mrskochheiser!!! Your student's projects are so inspirational! #EduSteal for sure. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Here's a six word memoir video we did: https://t.co/pZEqVYaED2 #6thchat
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AnneClark7 Aug 15 @ 9:39 PM EDT

I may be repeating--Be real. Don't be afraid to let them see the real you! Then turn it around and let them share their passions! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Wonder if you have to refresh after? #6thchat

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mskaufmanELA Aug 15 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A6: Be honest. Show them your passions and get excited! They like knowing you're human too! #6thchat

SamReisman93 Aug 15 @ 9:40 PM EDT

I'll try, here's hoping #6thchat

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HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A6: if you're gonna get crazy, surround you ourself w/sane folk. It's easy to go off the rails. #6thchat

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A6) I would say be authentic. You will shine and the students will see it when you're true to yourself. #JustBeYou #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Question 6 is on the slide! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Thank you! Here is a site with other ideas: https://t.co/J3nmRJYmVl #6thchat

In reply to @MarilynEDU

blocht574 Aug 15 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Anchor has Endless possibilities https://t.co/WBd1ddgSue #miched #mschat #6thchat #tlap

Mr_Lisek Aug 15 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A6: Be passionate, be corny, be you. Eventually, you'll be accepted for your passion, though maybe not right away. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Question 6 is on the slide! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Darn! I'm going to keep exploring this. #6thchat

In reply to @MrTravisDrake

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Question 7 is on the slide! #6thchat

KMHundt Aug 15 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A6: Humans need connection. You as teacher are no different, your Ss are no different. Be honest, be open, be real. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A7) I do for a few of the Ts, but not all. Knowing more would deepen my relationships w/all staff. A goal for me. #6thchat

AnneClark7 Aug 15 @ 9:43 PM EDT

We play our six word memoirs for graduation,interspersed with slides of all the kids' activities through the year.Families love. #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser, @MarilynEDU

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Great response. Some may not get it right away and others never will. But that's ok. #BeTrue2Yourself #6thchat

In reply to @Mr_Lisek

SamReisman93 Aug 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A7a: I'd like to think so, it has helped a lot in terms of planning and discussing how best to help Ss. #6thchat

Mr_Lisek Aug 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT

GROWTH MINDSET: EXAMPLES THROUGH TWITTER by #6thchat and the disappearing questions

SamReisman93 Aug 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A7b: Can send to specific Ts to talk about Ss interests #6thchat

mskaufmanELA Aug 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A7: I know very few since I'm at a new school. I can't wait to meet & get to know more colleagues! I can tell they're amazing! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT

@MarilynEDU Our classroom was featured on the https://t.co/aVafHiRj0m site for that project. https://t.co/CeDIRLvw0Q #6thchat #proud

SamReisman93 Aug 15 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Always a good goal to keep in mind #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:45 PM EDT

That's a great idea. The memoirs are simple yet powerful statements of each student. Their voices clearly shine through. #6thchat

In reply to @AnneClark7, @mrskochheiser

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:45 PM EDT

This is a great idea! #6thchat

SamReisman93 Aug 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A7b: Can send to specific Ts to talk about Ss interests #6thchat

MrTravisDrake Aug 15 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A7 double edged sword...you get to bond with them more and bring their talents to classroom, but it could take away from work time #6thchat

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A7) Great question. I know about some, but others not much at all. I will make it a goal to reach out more this year. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Question 7 is on the slide! #6thchat

pjcerullo Aug 15 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Jumping out early tonight, but thank you for a great #6thchat Have a great week all!

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Question 8 is on the slide! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A8) Energized. #6thchat

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:48 PM EDT

That's a great idea, Sam. Awesome way to validate the passions of both the T and S. #6thchat

In reply to @SamReisman93

SamReisman93 Aug 15 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A8: Happy #6thchat

Mr_Lisek Aug 15 @ 9:48 PM EDT

I saw you using it and thought, "Hey, that'd be an awesome Podcasting tool for my Ss." Thank you for sharing. #miched #mschat #6thchat #tlap

In reply to @blocht574

MsREThomas Aug 15 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A7: I feel like I know the interests,of my partner teacher and bring some of that info in to make connections #6thchat

TechieTeachOtt Aug 15 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Honestly, we kind of built the plane as we flew it. Started with some @khanacademy about probability then played with some dice. #6thchat

In reply to @pjcerullo, @khanacademy

PrincipalSmart Aug 15 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A8 Pumped #6thchat

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A8) I'm cheating . . . #StrongBonds. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Question 8 is on the slide! #6thchat

mskaufmanELA Aug 15 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A8: Successful #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:50 PM EDT

I use the website as I schedule tweets from my laptop. #6thchat

In reply to @MrTravisDrake

Mr_Lisek Aug 15 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A8: Fulfilled #6thchat

MsREThomas Aug 15 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A8: grateful RT @mrskochheiser: Question 8 is on the slide! #6thchat https://t.co/11TKOoChMT

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:51 PM EDT

I'm using your word. A8) . . . Successful. #6thchat

mskaufmanELA Aug 15 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A8: Successful #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Great word Michelle! #6thchat

In reply to @PrincipalSmart

TechieTeachOtt Aug 15 @ 9:51 PM EDT

We then started talking about theoretical vs experimental and what happens when you have 2 dice. I just let their questions lead. #6thchat

In reply to @pjcerullo, @khanacademy

HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A8: BBQ? #6thchat

AnneClark7 Aug 15 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A8: Integrated. #6thchat

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:52 PM EDT

#FiredUp #6thchat

In reply to @HowardKiyuna

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:52 PM EDT

:) Great answer! #6thchat

In reply to @HowardKiyuna

mrskochheiser - Moderator Aug 15 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Thank you all for sharing your passions & exploring how to connect these to classrooms! Enjoyed all your responses! Still reading! #6thchat

HowardKiyuna Aug 15 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A8: Likeaboss #6thchat

AnneClark7 Aug 15 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Thank you, Kristin for another great #6thchat. Such a great topic, and such great sharing!

In reply to @mrskochheiser

PrincipalSmart Aug 15 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Have to run but it's been fun! Have a wonderful week! #6thchat

MarilynEDU Aug 15 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Thank you #6thchat and @mrskochheiser. Loved talking about our passions. Time to bring them to our classrooms. (This gif is for Howard.)

Mr_Lisek Aug 15 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Great job tonight, #6thchat. Looking forward to sharing the passion all year long.