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CAedchat Apr 30 @ 11:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #caedchat where educators gather to share and collaborate! Tonight's topic: It's state testing time, tips to test like a BOSS!

LemarrTreadwell Apr 30 @ 11:00 PM EDT

Hello there #CAedchat PLN. Lemarr Treadwell, Fresno CA.

CAedchat Apr 30 @ 11:01 PM EDT

Let’s introduce ourselves. Where are you from? What do you teach? Don’t forget to add our hashtag to all your tweets #caedchat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:03 PM EDT

Hi! I'm Rae from Northern CA happy to be here tonight. I'm a teacher, principal and #edtech director. #caedchat

CAedchat Apr 30 @ 11:04 PM EDT

Thank you for joining #caedchat tonight. The topic is ‘tips for the state testing push’. Get your favorite testing memes ready!

nallstedt Apr 30 @ 11:04 PM EDT

Hi will be popping in and out tonight as I work on finalizing a class project, Nora Tech TOSA Central Valley #caedchat

TheTimDrury Apr 30 @ 11:05 PM EDT

Tim Drury... Willows HS... Assistant Principal... State Testing??!!!!!!!! #caedchat

CAedchat Apr 30 @ 11:06 PM EDT

#caedchat moderators will post questions Q1, Q2, Q3. Participants respond with A1, A2, A3, etc.

CAedchat Apr 30 @ 11:06 PM EDT

Tonight’s #caedchat is moderated by @raefearing

CAedchat Apr 30 @ 11:06 PM EDT

To participate in the chat be sure to use the #caedchat hashtag on every tweet.

LemarrTreadwell Apr 30 @ 11:06 PM EDT

Hi Rae ... missed my #CaEdChat time with PLN.

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:05 PM EDT

Hi Lemarr!
In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

CAedchat Apr 30 @ 11:07 PM EDT

---> Q1 is coming up soon. Watch for it from @raefearing #caedchat

watertankmath Apr 30 @ 11:07 PM EDT

Watertank Math from KS, math teacher joining #caedchat tonight! Nice GIF @TheTimDrury :-) I got done with my testing 2 weeks ago.

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:07 PM EDT

Q1: It’s testing time in CA, how does your class/school/district gear up for this time of year? #caedchat

JenRoberts1 Apr 30 @ 11:08 PM EDT

#caedchat is talking about state testing, but my 9th graders don't test so I'm all...

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:08 PM EDT

I look forward to hearing how it went! #caedchat

In reply to @watertankmath, @TheTimDrury

rickeducation Apr 30 @ 11:09 PM EDT

Rick Stevens, instructional coach; consultant. San Francisco area. 25 years as teacher & admin in K-12 watching testing evolve. #caedchat

In reply to @CAedchat

nallstedt Apr 30 @ 11:09 PM EDT

A1: We have 5 schools in my District - several of them made motivational videos for Testing Rallies held last week. #caedchat

JenRoberts1 Apr 30 @ 11:09 PM EDT

#caedchat Weve got some block schedule days coming up so the 11th graders can test. I'm planning to do some https://t.co/4Dn2oz0Sav

LemarrTreadwell Apr 30 @ 11:09 PM EDT

A1. I gear up by reminding students the tests are not, the end all indicator of their individual effort and learning. #CaEdChat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:07 PM EDT

Q1: It’s testing time in CA, how does your class/school/district gear up for this time of year? #caedchat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:10 PM EDT

Great idea. I'd love to see one. #caedchat

In reply to @nallstedt

TheTimDrury Apr 30 @ 11:10 PM EDT

Sweet! Do share! #caedchat

In reply to @nallstedt

NowaTechie Apr 30 @ 11:11 PM EDT

Lisa, 5th grade Central Coast, King City. Starting state testing this week :( #caedchat

watertankmath Apr 30 @ 11:11 PM EDT

A1: testing went well 4 my classes, crazy how there is so must stress on just hoping internet doesn't go down during the sessions #caedchat

CAedchat Apr 30 @ 11:11 PM EDT

------------> @raefearing will be sending out Q2 soon. #caedchat

TheTimDrury Apr 30 @ 11:12 PM EDT

I have been doing it 20 years, and IT HAS CHANGED A BUNCH. Not sure though if we have it right yet... #caedchat

In reply to @rickeducation, @CAedchat

nallstedt Apr 30 @ 11:12 PM EDT

Here is the link to the Middle School Video #caedchat https://t.co/P3ebBIt70b

In reply to @RaeFearing

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:12 PM EDT

Hey Lisa. Happy to see you tonight. #caedchat

In reply to @NowaTechie

JenRoberts1 Apr 30 @ 11:12 PM EDT

My principal visits 11th grade classes and let's them know that our test scores help determine their college options. #caedchat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:12 PM EDT

Q2: What are the top three tips you give students before testing? #caedchat

shhsMath Apr 30 @ 11:12 PM EDT

A1: What do you mean gear up. We are finished! #CaEdChat

NowaTechie Apr 30 @ 11:13 PM EDT

A1: not a fan of 'prepping' for state test. Puts emphasis on wrong thing... test is important #caedchat

rickeducation Apr 30 @ 11:13 PM EDT

That's pretty cool. We've done testing videos before in previous district @EdServicesFSUSD . Are any of them posted online? #caedchat

In reply to @nallstedt, @EdServicesFSUSD

NowaTechie Apr 30 @ 11:13 PM EDT

A2: relax, breath, take your time in order to do your best. #caedchat

LemarrTreadwell Apr 30 @ 11:14 PM EDT

Us too, Myra. #CaEdChat

shhsMath Apr 30 @ 11:12 PM EDT

A1: What do you mean gear up. We are finished! #CaEdChat

TheTimDrury Apr 30 @ 11:14 PM EDT

A1: The attitude of the test givers and school about testing make a HUGE difference. If the Ss see that we hate it, so will they! #caedchat

shhsMath Apr 30 @ 11:14 PM EDT

A1: My principal visited the classes and asked what incentive they would want to do well. The students agreed on free parking. #CaEdChat

eileen_depka Apr 30 @ 11:14 PM EDT

A2 Eat well, sleep well, read directions #caedchat

AssignmentHelpN Apr 30 @ 11:15 PM EDT

#caedchat #asiaEd 9 Points Professors Look for in a Term Paper https://t.co/TIlvLrRta3

massignmenthelp Apr 30 @ 11:15 PM EDT

#caedchat #asiaEd Tips for Learning Mathematics to Students https://t.co/4jSNAvgzTZ

watertankmath Apr 30 @ 11:15 PM EDT

A2: USE THE SCRATCH PAPER!! all three reminders:-) I'd rather have paper exams for math so they have to write. #caedchat

principledlady Apr 30 @ 11:15 PM EDT

Leila here from Escondido jumping in late. It was Grammie time tonight. Lots of hugs and fun. I needed it. #caedchat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:15 PM EDT

A2: I tell students to try their best, the test matters, but it's not EVERYTHING. #caedchat

shhsMath Apr 30 @ 11:16 PM EDT

A2: I told the students if they were not given scratch paper to ask for it! #CaEdChat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:16 PM EDT

Yes!!!! They resist using scratch paper now with computer based tests. #caedchat

watertankmath Apr 30 @ 11:15 PM EDT

A2: USE THE SCRATCH PAPER!! all three reminders:-) I'd rather have paper exams for math so they have to write. #caedchat

MrKirkbride Apr 30 @ 11:17 PM EDT

Ted Kirkbride, principal of @Quantum_Academy joining #CaEdChat A1/A2: We have students practice the sample items to know the SBAC protocols.

CAedchat Apr 30 @ 11:17 PM EDT

------------> Prepare for Q3 from @raefearing #caedchat

baritoneblogger Apr 30 @ 11:17 PM EDT

A2) Bring snacks. Cite textual evidence. Take breaks to the "bathroom." #caedchat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:12 PM EDT

Q2: What are the top three tips you give students before testing? #caedchat

KathleenDiver Apr 30 @ 11:17 PM EDT

When we had a block for Testing last week I ran an edcamp style learning event with my students. I called it #edcampcuriosity #caedchat

JenRoberts1 Apr 30 @ 11:09 PM EDT

#caedchat Weve got some block schedule days coming up so the 11th graders can test. I'm planning to do some https://t.co/4Dn2oz0Sav

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:17 PM EDT

Q3: If you ran testing at your school, what is one thing you would do to support teachers? #caedchat

SusieWhipple106 Apr 30 @ 11:17 PM EDT

#caedchat Susie 5th El Centro Ca. Join h late but here I am. Starting state testinh6 tomorrow.

nallstedt Apr 30 @ 11:17 PM EDT

A2 Relax, Relax, Relax You got this! #caedchat

principledlady Apr 30 @ 11:18 PM EDT

A2: Give your best effort, take your time, the rest will take care of itself so don't worry. #caedchat

shhsMath Apr 30 @ 11:18 PM EDT

A3: The Pre-calc teachers create review packets for stats. #CaEdChat

SusieWhipple106 Apr 30 @ 11:19 PM EDT

Q2: go to bed early eat a good breakfast and trust your instincts #caedchat

MrKirkbride Apr 30 @ 11:19 PM EDT

A3: The next 3 weeks are about appreciating all teachers and staff. The best help is showing appreciation for everyone’s hard work.#CaEdChat

JenRoberts1 Apr 30 @ 11:20 PM EDT

#caedchat make sure there is on call tech support ready for rapid response.

In reply to @RaeFearing

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:20 PM EDT

Maybe :) actually I'm doing all testing at my school. We have only 33 students. #caedchat

In reply to @JenRoberts1

TheTimDrury Apr 30 @ 11:20 PM EDT

Teachers need to have been given adequate training, plenty of support, and time with Ss w/ the devices they will use to test #caedchat

LemarrTreadwell Apr 30 @ 11:22 PM EDT

Tim, we did study and listed things Ss needed to learn in CCSS vs computer skills. Computer skills were higher. #CaEdChat

TheTimDrury Apr 30 @ 11:20 PM EDT

Teachers need to have been given adequate training, plenty of support, and time with Ss w/ the devices they will use to test #caedchat

TheTimDrury Apr 30 @ 11:22 PM EDT

So true! #caedchat

In reply to @MrKirkbride

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:22 PM EDT

A3: I support teachers by making sure they have everything they need, script, snack, scratch paper. #caedchat

CAedchat Apr 30 @ 11:23 PM EDT

------------> Here comes Q4 from @raefearing #caedchat

bbaker79 Apr 30 @ 11:23 PM EDT

A3: encourage, support, daily reminder to do your very best! Time to shine! #caedchat

nallstedt Apr 30 @ 11:23 PM EDT

A3: Be available to help with any issues (technology, disruptive students, etc) , snacks for before and after testing #caedchat

saintfester Apr 30 @ 11:23 PM EDT

TOSA Weekly - https://t.co/QU9lFPqPOm #edtech #caedchat #edchat #ipaded #tosachat

TheTimDrury Apr 30 @ 11:23 PM EDT

I would agree! Understanding the navigation of the test and practice using it would give MOST students a BIG leg up... #caedchat

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

baritoneblogger Apr 30 @ 11:23 PM EDT

A3: Give Ts money to buy breakfast for students. I bought 4 dozen donuts for my testers. Made a difference from Day 1 to Day 2. #caedchat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:17 PM EDT

Q3: If you ran testing at your school, what is one thing you would do to support teachers? #caedchat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:24 PM EDT

Q4: What are your best activities for students to do after they finish a test? #caedchat

SusieWhipple106 Apr 30 @ 11:24 PM EDT

A3: tell t not to stress, buy them coffee (or diet coke lol), give them a break, help plan fun educational activities for s #CaEdChat

JenRoberts1 Apr 30 @ 11:24 PM EDT

#caedchat I like to give my students lots of chances to see check box questions w more than one right answer. Google Forms are great 4 that.

In reply to @RaeFearing

bbaker79 Apr 30 @ 11:26 PM EDT

A4: get outside and play! Enjoy what you just accomplished! #caedchat

SusieWhipple106 Apr 30 @ 11:26 PM EDT

Q4 right after test before others are done mine read. Later, a collaborative activity where they can talk and move #caedchat

eileen_depka Apr 30 @ 11:26 PM EDT

A4 Post test activities are such that students don't rush through the test to get to them. Low key. Quiet. #caedchat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:27 PM EDT

A4: It's always the debate. Let them leave the room or make them stay. #caedchat

principledlady Apr 30 @ 11:27 PM EDT

A4: physical activity of any kind. Singing works too #caedchat

shhsMath Apr 30 @ 11:27 PM EDT

A4: My students are tested in the library because I have a mixed grade class. When they return, it is a study hall. #caedchat

LemarrTreadwell Apr 30 @ 11:28 PM EDT

I'm listening to what Leila just said >>>>> @princpleldlady on this one. #CaEdChat

principledlady Apr 30 @ 11:25 PM EDT

Yes. There are so many barriers that have nothing to do with a student showing what they know and how they go about solving problems. Ugg😜
In reply to @TheTimDrury, @LemarrTreadwell

MrKirkbride Apr 30 @ 11:28 PM EDT

A4:We try to have a very engaging learning environment so the post testing task needs to not be more exciting than reading a book. #CaEdChat

baritoneblogger Apr 30 @ 11:29 PM EDT

A4: I make a packet of coloring sheets with word searches of all my testers names in them. Ss love it. And pillows for naps. #caedchat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:24 PM EDT

Q4: What are your best activities for students to do after they finish a test? #caedchat

SFPrincipal Apr 30 @ 11:29 PM EDT

7 Ways To Support English Language Learners https://t.co/j2jRL3Qy93 via @sfprincipal #edchat #esl #caedchat #azedchat #txed #nvedchat #k12

LemarrTreadwell Apr 30 @ 11:29 PM EDT

State Standardized Testing. I' reminded with this infographic, #CaEdChat

CAedchat Apr 30 @ 11:30 PM EDT

------------> Prepare for Q5 from @raefearing #caedchat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:30 PM EDT

Q5:What things do you do to help students stay comfortable and focused during testing? #caedchat

ChiaClass Apr 30 @ 11:32 PM EDT

Love this! I put on a song and everyone gets up and moves. #caedchat

In reply to @principledlady

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:32 PM EDT

I agree, it can be hard when there are no options for students who don't do well staying in the room. #caedchat

In reply to @TheTimDrury

SusieWhipple106 Apr 30 @ 11:32 PM EDT

Q5: I give lots of encouragement and I give them gum! #caedchat

MrKirkbride Apr 30 @ 11:33 PM EDT

A5: Some T's have used gum. I’ve banned the spinning fidgets though as they both help and distract and we can’t risk distractions. #CaEdChat

LemarrTreadwell Apr 30 @ 11:33 PM EDT

Hey Susie, research shows this is very effective help too. #CaEdChat

SusieWhipple106 Apr 30 @ 11:32 PM EDT

Q5: I give lots of encouragement and I give them gum! #caedchat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:33 PM EDT

I have noticed that gum really works!! #caedchat

In reply to @SusieWhipple106

SusieWhipple106 Apr 30 @ 11:34 PM EDT

Yes! That is what got me started 10 or more years ago doing this! #caedchat

LemarrTreadwell Apr 30 @ 11:33 PM EDT
Hey Susie, research shows this is very effective help too. #CaEdChat
- SusieWhipple106 Apr 30 @ 11:32 PM EDT
  
  Q5: I give lots of encouragement and I give them gum! #caedchat

SusieWhipple106 Apr 30 @ 11:34 PM EDT

And it makes them feel special and that it's something really important. #caedchat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:33 PM EDT

I have noticed that gum really works!! #caedchat
In reply to @SusieWhipple106

CAedchat Apr 30 @ 11:34 PM EDT

------------> Prepare for Q6 from @raefearing #caedchat

HowardKiyuna Apr 30 @ 11:35 PM EDT

A5: Alerting (Corn Nuts) and calming (chewy) snack during breaks. It's almost a party. #caedchat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:35 PM EDT

Q6: Should incentives be provided for doing well on the test? What are your thoughts or experience with extrinsic motivators? #caedchat

LemarrTreadwell Apr 30 @ 11:35 PM EDT

I always remind myself and send to others. #CaEdChat

stephenkelley85 Apr 30 @ 11:36 PM EDT

Jumping in late, Steve IA. Q5 We have a snack break provided by the sch. #caedchat

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

LemarrTreadwell Apr 30 @ 11:36 PM EDT

Another simple but easy strategy ... thanks Steve. #CaEdChat

stephenkelley85 Apr 30 @ 11:36 PM EDT

Jumping in late, Steve IA. Q5 We have a snack break provided by the sch. #caedchat
In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

stephenkelley85 Apr 30 @ 11:37 PM EDT

Thx, Lemarr #caedchat

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

principledlady Apr 30 @ 11:38 PM EDT

A6: I think that individual recognition is fine. Not big on public recognition. Always celebrate growth #caedchat

HowardKiyuna Apr 30 @ 11:38 PM EDT

A6: We celebrate it regardless of how they do. Some don't test. They shouldn't feel excluded. imo #caedchat

LemarrTreadwell Apr 30 @ 11:38 PM EDT

What Leila just said ... celebrate growth and effort. A win-win for everyone. #CaEdChat

principledlady Apr 30 @ 11:38 PM EDT

A6: I think that individual recognition is fine. Not big on public recognition. Always celebrate growth #caedchat

bbaker79 Apr 30 @ 11:39 PM EDT

A5: encourage them 2 do their best & of course healthy treats!! Every child is different so give them what they need 2 succeed! #caedchat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:30 PM EDT

Q5:What things do you do to help students stay comfortable and focused during testing? #caedchat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:39 PM EDT

A6: Some students are really motivated by this. In the past, we have given students a higher grade based on scores. #CaEdChat

SusieWhipple106 Apr 30 @ 11:39 PM EDT

A6: conflicted. We have given medals for adv and proficient scores in years past. Worried that this might discourage some s #caedchat

MrKirkbride Apr 30 @ 11:39 PM EDT

A6: No incentives. Doing well should be a side effect of great learning experiences, hard work, and perseverance. #CaEdChat

LemarrTreadwell Apr 30 @ 11:39 PM EDT

Great reminder, Howard. Thank you. #CaEdChat

LemarrTreadwell Apr 30 @ 11:41 PM EDT

Rae. What percentage do you feel State Testing should be? #CaEdChat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:39 PM EDT

A6: Some students are really motivated by this. In the past, we have given students a higher grade based on scores. #CaEdChat

stephenkelley85 Apr 30 @ 11:41 PM EDT

Q6 anyone who makes 2 of 3 goals we set before the test gets an ice cream party. #caedchat

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

LemarrTreadwell Apr 30 @ 11:42 PM EDT

Different countries test in various ways. I like Finland's approach. Randomized testing. Not every Ss. #CaEdChat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:43 PM EDT

As a science dept. we agreed to move Ss up one letter grade if the scored high enough on the test. It was a motivator for some. #caedchat

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

HowardKiyuna Apr 30 @ 11:43 PM EDT

A6: No. There's enough posturing w/o that. In an ideal environ where everyone genuinely celebrated others' victories, sure. #caedchat

SusieWhipple106 Apr 30 @ 11:43 PM EDT

I agree with this. Focus should be on motivation and effort and encouraging a love of learning, not a medal #caedchat

MrKirkbride Apr 30 @ 11:39 PM EDT

A6: No incentives. Doing well should be a side effect of great learning experiences, hard work, and perseverance. #CaEdChat

nallstedt Apr 30 @ 11:43 PM EDT

A6: Not an incentive but I do have snacks for students when finished. #caedchat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:43 PM EDT

I struggle with making it a percentage. #caedchat

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

CAedchat Apr 30 @ 11:43 PM EDT

------------> Get ready for Q7 from @raefearing #caedchat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:44 PM EDT

Q7: A test score does not define you, how can we help students keep test scores in perspective? #caedchat

LemarrTreadwell Apr 30 @ 11:45 PM EDT

Same here. But it should be reflective of their summative learning. #CaEdChat

RaeFearing - Moderator Apr 30 @ 11:43 PM EDT

As a science dept. we agreed to move Ss up one letter grade if the scored high enough on the test. It was a motivator for some. #caedchat
In reply to @LemarrTreadwell