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Thursday March 3, 2016
Rachel, T and Tech Integrator from NY. Excited to talk about tonight!
hv invite Nelson Central teachers. Awesme schl.Their lunchbreak n halfnhour Sme may pop n but will send them archive
I am Craig Kemp,Middle School ICT & Innovation Specialist in Singapore & co-mod of Pls introduce yourself,your location & role
Hi all! This is Megan from the Nellie Mae Education Foundation. Looking forward to a great conversation on + agency!
Gr8 topic. Not sure if I'll be home but wanted to share what I wrote last week: goes to the topic https://t.co/igrzI4TzlO
Amazing - can't wait to see them pop up - Nelson is my home town :)
Jean D. Here to engage & learn more. I'm a librarian in Texas.
Hello there ! Dublin. My thesis was on educator attitude to student voice, so very interested in tonight’s topic!
I am Lindsey Watkins, head teacher of Millbrook Newport, South Wales, UK https://t.co/erFGw54pca
I am Craig Kemp,Middle School ICT & Innovation Specialist in Singapore & co-mod of Pls introduce yourself,your location & role
Tania O'Meagher ICT role in great local Nelson NZ school. Business owner and educator.
Thanks for staying up late to join us David - you rock!
Hi everyone! Spiri from PA, G&T, excited for tonight's chat and sons band concert! :)
Hi, I'm Aaron, a principal from Texas. Hello everybody!
Pleasure to have you here Tania
Michael from Los Angeles. I’ll be in and out.
Hello. Helen Holt from Va.
Welcome Spiri - always a pleasure
Happy to have you on the chat!
Thanks for being here Aaron
I am Stef Blouin, Program Officer with tweeting from chilly VT.
Hello . Grace, 3rd grade teacher from Texas
Great to have you here Michael
Michelle here in Ho Chi Minh City looking forward to some early PD !
Hi, Jackie from CT; I am a HS social studies teacher, library media specialist, and peer practice coach
A reminder to use the hashtag in all of your tweets & we will be using the Q1, A1 style for this twitter chat
Within the first 3 minutes we already have representative of 6 countries! Always an amazing and truly global chat
Thanks for being here Helen
Hello . Excited to join the chat tonight. Great topic!
Great to see you on the chat!
Welcome Stef - a pleasure to have you here
Fascinating! I'm sure there's the good, bad and uplifting involved in your in depth study! https://t.co/51DZWWpj8o
Hello there ! Dublin. My thesis was on educator attitude to student voice, so very interested in tonight’s topic!
Hi all, an English teacher from Sydney, Australia here
Thanks looking forward to it
Thanks for being here Jacquelyn
Q1 coming up in 1 minute ………..
School should be a place that empowers and elevates kids and community.
Hi Grace, nice to meet another lifelong learner!
Excited to have you with us Amber - welcome
Jeremy from Connecticut, parent of a middle schooler and first grader. Glad we're talking student voice!
Excited to be chatting with everyone tonight! is my passion!
Excited to be a part of this chat and learn with you all!
Hello! I'm Katie, an English teacher from York, PA!
Hi all, Lottie here from Looking forward to this topic!
A1: To me, student agency creates the environment for . It is the level to which Ss drive their learning.
Hello everyone.Kevin here a Teaching Principal in a small rural Irish Primary school.Snow forecast here tonight
we are talking at come join us!!
Are you driving south for edCampSWCT again this year?
A big and very warm hello from Feilding, New Zealand. Another barmy day in paradise. Hello to everyone.
looking forward to the conversation today from Tasmania
Hello! Debby from NY excited for this evenings chat.
thanks for connecting Luke
Definitely! Overall, lots of positives! Focus was in the further ed sector! Lots of help from librarians!
That is the weekend of Hudson Valley.. otherwise I would be there in a hearbeat!
A1: Student agency is vital to encourage Ss to become independent learners who can solve world problems.
A1: Student agency allows Ss to develop a voice that we need to make the world a better place!
Students know how they learn best, let them make some choices with their learning
always a juggle with kids! Hope you enjoy both.
Hello everyone, here to talk at a time when authorities here propose laws prohibiting political issues at school
Welcome Jeremy always a pleasure
Hi , eighth grade world history teacher from VA here! Looking forward to gathering some cool insights
Thanks for being here Katie
Adding my wonder: In a visceral way Ts advocate for student voice & agency. Then its squashed/stifled as they go on WHY?
A1: I think of student agency like a tailored suit; identical to the specific frame of learning for that student.
Yay another Irish representative
A1: I hope we get to the point where are Ss are so used to student agency that when they don't encounter it, they speak up.
A1 Agency: knowing you matter, you can be heard, make positive change, be counted on to hold up your end (Ss, Ts, Ps, & Admin)
A1) independence, voice and choice: to develop our learners as critical thinkers & 21st C learners https://t.co/zkQoYQHM26
wow. Important discussion then.
Welcome Ben - a pleasure to have another Kiwi in the chat
A1: Ss agency is a vehicle for engagement. W/o it, we might as well teach to an empty room. https://t.co/4jRMqhSkam
Hey Dane - what a pleasure it is to see you here
A1: I also think that Ss Agency is realizing that u can be a leader ¬ just one of the crowd. Need to provide opps for that.
A1: Student agency is all about students controlling & having power over their educational experiences
A1.For me student agengyat Primary Level is giving Ss power and an an opportunity to be involved in what happens in class
Q1Student agency the level of control and power a student experiences in a classroom
Heard that Limerick had a thunderstorm to be reckoned with!
A1 Student agency I think is ss taking ownership of their learning, and becoming better prepared to succeed in & out of school
A1: Student Agency – the power to act – being an informed and powerful learner.
Which hopefully is utilized and harnessed to create a positive learning exp for all.
And when that happens their achievement improves. I believe agency has a lot to do with 'CHOICE'
We are now up to 9 different countries - I love that is the one chat that gives a truly global perspective on issues
Q1 a students voice is student agency
A1: Student agency is what gives the teachers ability to have agency, the role in the class is of equal importance. .
Good morning everyone from Bangkok, I am Niko, Primary Years Programme Coordinator
Tweeting live from our classroom with school leaders Maddy and Deklan
Facing big budget cuts, many in my school feel lack of agency; together we re-establish it or will lose what we care about
Hi ! My name is Jilian. Great to be here.
A1. Agency = student voice & choice in skill assessment and practice
A1, S's as the sage on the stage & be the guide on the side for their classmates. Lets them feel in control of their learning.
Hi All! Amy from Michigan coming in a little late. Middle school band teacher.
Hey George! Glad you could make it!
a place where futures are made and thinkers not workers are created!
It is important bc students engaged actively in their education build deeper understanding of content
https://t.co/ylOpXfVyLR
A1: In providing for Student Agency, you may give a voice to a S who never knew they had one!
That's the heartbeat of every learner! I know what works best for me & gives them advocacy! https://t.co/ypMuPnsWbz
A1: Student agency is all about students controlling & having power over their educational experiences
A1 It is important because Ss become more competent learners in and out of schools
Christy Smith, in Surrey, BC, Canada - secondary Eng & Hum now, but grade 6&7 for the past 8 yrs.
Amazing! Hi Maddy and Deklan
Woot! Woot! is in the house tonight!! https://t.co/kM8oW0umDJ
a place where futures are made and thinkers not workers are created!
agreed! A school culture that encourages and can respond to student agency is essential
I love the idea of the little ones having that kind of investment. https://t.co/T6to8jYzhf
A1.For me student agengyat Primary Level is giving Ss power and an an opportunity to be involved in what happens in class
A1) Ss agency: Ss centered learning, Ss voice, choice, personalized, Ss taking ownership of learning
We even have 2 students joining the chat today from their classroom say hi!!!! https://t.co/270qQsOEYM
Tweeting live from our classroom with school leaders Maddy and Deklan
A1: agency makes me think of determining the place, time and choice of learning
A1: On shared his thoughts on where agency begins
Welcome Jilian last week's amazing host :)
it's like a continuum towards PYP Exhibition!
Thanks for joining us Amy
A1 Student agency is student empowerment, voice, and control
I think is also going to be joining us tonight. Love to hear her Ss perspective on student agency and
gonna join the chat. might be in & out bc I'm (not literally) juggling babies - but excited for topic https://t.co/ilXbuqd5zE
Hi Maddy and Deklan from Nelson New Zealand
Hello Maddy & Declan! Student voice! https://t.co/uI4LeoFTIa
We even have 2 students joining the chat today from their classroom say hi!!!! https://t.co/270qQsOEYM
Tweeting live from our classroom with school leaders Maddy and Deklan
A2: S agency is encouraging Ss to make choices and the ability to become self-directed learners. Ss take ownership of learning
Agency begins with S's asking Q's; with teachers waiting for real answers, not answers S thinks T wants to hear
A1.Student Agency is Ss leading learning.Student led learning is the future and has potential.We as leaders can guide/ empower
so glad you're all here! Can't have a complete conversation about student agency without students.
Q2 coming up in 1 minute ………..
Yes! So important! Learning can happen anytime, anywhere https://t.co/Bb5WdEr47d
A1 It is important because Ss become more competent learners in and out of schools
A2: is something that Ss need to get used to using. So used to thinking INside the box. Get rid of the box!
A1: Student agency is important to understand that learning happens in all aspects of life,to be successful ...... be driven
Q1 school agency allows childrento become independ learners taking control of their learning by leading it
Use GRIT as indicator of future success
Q2) What skills do students need to take ownership of their learning? How do we develop these? https://t.co/lJI0jGIKQK
Totally. Make sure you add your input we need to hear from you guys. I'm here to learn. C U
"School" can transcend the school building.
Love it! So true! https://t.co/LxW1BcCAVu
Agency begins with S's asking Q's; with teachers waiting for real answers, not answers S thinks T wants to hear
A1: Student agency is when students take ownership for their learning and collaborate with Ss, Ts, Ps, to develop and learn.
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A1: Agency is giving students say in the what, when, and how of their learning and then finding ways to support their choices.
A1 Ss agency gives the Ss a sense of belonging.
A1 said Ask "what do you want to do now?"NOT "what do you want to do when grow up"
A1: Agency= a responsibility to take action in a world that needs makers & creators https://t.co/yFxY4x6q5f via@edsurge
A place where students are innovatively and creatively producing not just consuming what we give
A1: Student agency is providing Ss with chance to make choices. Empowering Ss to take charge of their own learning.
A2: We really need to challenge Ss to ask questions. They have the every questioning 2 yr old beat out of them :(
A1. Student agency is students’ independency to choose their own path. Important because it is a life skill for their future.
budget cuts affect agency bc you have limited options? How do you overcome that?
And feeling in control is one of the most important contributors to mental wellbeing known. https://t.co/xiIs4Ylr8t
Jen Cole here and looking forward to a though provoking chat
I'm going to push that thinking & take out the "feel" and say SS are in control of learning?
A2. develop a sense of self - I suggest is this done through strong relationships between the community of leaders.
A2: The skills to make informed choices over their learning. Discerning choices.
A2: S's need to make proactive choices, not lesser of evils, but inspired by possibility
would love to hear your thoughts on tonight on
Thanks for being here Jen
A1) ultimately, students solving problems that matter to *them*
A2: Self-management, time management & confidence in own abilities - do this by establishing a culture of trust & innovation
Q2 we need to make chdnconfident in their own ability to take learning ownership and lead make them excited creative thinkers
a good morning greeting to you... from yesterday evening! ;)
Because what the S or T care about is not valued by those in control of the purse so they cut it...
A:2 What skills... maybe these are traits?? Perserverence, grit, an open mind
A2) Thinking skills, growth mindset, problem solving and reasoning skills, independent & team work https://t.co/WUgCYWzWg1
Q2) What skills do students need to take ownership of their learning? How do we develop these? https://t.co/lJI0jGIKQK
Every student has the skills, it's the teacher’s responsibility to find a way to reach every student. https://t.co/nPtC8EhlvZ
Q2) What skills do students need to take ownership of their learning? How do we develop these? https://t.co/lJI0jGIKQK
A2: lives in real roles: inventor, artist, scientist
Yes! Let students create their own pathways https://t.co/PAbjsiwaqR
A1: Agency is giving students say in the what, when, and how of their learning and then finding ways to support their choices.
Liz, Instructional Coach from CA, joining late. A2: I think developing a growth mindset would help develop S agency
Welcome and great to have the student voice
With more student agency comes higher levels of engagement and commitment to the learning process.
A2: isn’t something you give or take, it’s collaborative.
Hi from Canberra where it is 30 deg! Very interested in and agency. With agency comes power and thus responsibility.
A2: We need to bring back the natural curiosity that we have beat out of them by HS.
Yes! and discerning learners which is critically thinking A1 https://t.co/hPdQNSt1xU
A place where students are innovatively and creatively producing not just consuming what we give
A2: Turning "IDK" into "IFO-I'll find out." Asking oneself "How can I show the less obvious way? Can I explain this easily?"
It's tough. I think providing 'choice' and 'power' for your students does not necessarily cost.
organize, speak with the power of many voices that feel the cut, expect explanations and join the dialogue
A2. Communication skills go a long way. is “any expression of any student regarding anything related to education”
Changing teacher mindsets is free!
Thanks for being here Deborah
A2 Ss need opportunities in the classroom to develop a growth mindset.
A2 We can develop rubrics and let the Ss decide how well they want to do on a project
A2: Agreed. I askmy students to take academic risks--use a different sentence structure or new words. https://t.co/z5RzCiuFZ2
A2: Self-management, time management & confidence in own abilities - do this by establishing a culture of trust & innovation
If you haven't followed the work of Templestowe College in the way they deal with student agency -
A1 Ss are collaborating and involved in the decision making that influences them design assessments and learning experiences
A2: Student's ability to own their learning comes from an educators ability to allow them to, the path for many is different
A2 patience to work with others, ability to listen and speak, INTERESTED in the task and confidence
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A2) We need to provide real contexts that are meaningful to the learner to develop these skills. https://t.co/WUgCYWzWg1
Q2) What skills do students need to take ownership of their learning? How do we develop these? https://t.co/lJI0jGIKQK
A2: create lots of opportunities for them to practice making independent learning choices, support & encourage as needed
A2: We really need to have Ss naturally asking What if? Qs.
Agency is about getting out of the way of students >> Here's a fabulous example from New Zealand >> https://t.co/MHFIJnc1RN
A2: Confidence! Have them teach the class!
A2 Ss need confidence, voice, and creativity to own their learning. Ts become facilitators of ownership
A3: Trick with this is that once we ask for , we need to utilize it. Can't ask and then ignore.
True, but the programs of study S's choose do cost... S's need to be heard when cuts happen
School is much more than a place to memorize information.
A2. Personal responsibility comes from reflection. Inquiry & problem solving comes thru modeling & Ts questioning
Great idea! Do you have any tips for creating rubrics? https://t.co/dwbOIH1rIE
A2 We can develop rubrics and let the Ss decide how well they want to do on a project
Hi from Perth, Western Australia. Interesting chat on - so important
Make sure you connect with and follow the amazing educators here today - VERY impressive group of educators!!!
What skills are needed for students to take ownership of their learning? Check out this answer! Agree! https://t.co/b5H4YaGehD
a first grade teacher did that at my school and the student did a great job
A2: Ss need to develop trust, self-confidence, respect, critical/creative thinking, self-regulation, how to think, reasoning
A2: Not really a specific skill, but Ss need to feel safe to explore, try new things, and occasionally fail.
Thanks for joining us Sarah
Maybe I'll bring that graphic to my daughter's parent/teacher conference and ask that question.
welcome to Where in the world are you located?
You as well! I really enjoy this chat!
Bravo! Play is amazing. For adult Learners too!
A2, S's come with many different skills, we need to give them the opportunity thru gradual release of responsibility
Hi Craig, can't stay for the whole chat unfortunately but had to look in and get some inspiration : )
A2: Ss need to feel empowered to take ownership of leaning. They need to have a vision and be able to articulate their vision.
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I like the phrase "gradual release of responsibility." Well said.
Good morning! Joining in late rizza from Philippines
Agency > recognizing our investment in being in charge + thinking we know what's best for students
thanks for following Greg - a pleasure to be connected
A2 HOW: ' pedagogy of facilitating ST learning FIRST think of negotiating w/ A PLAN to do that easier
I love this--and try it via presentations. They love it after they realize success and overcome fear https://t.co/AQQx1sGMJG
A2: Confidence! Have them teach the class!
A3: S input can be turned into leadership because if they are naming and seeking their passion, it happens naturally.
So glad I came in for the 2nd half Faige retired kinder teacher in Los Angeles. So happy when I sub https://t.co/DWCns5Yokw
Yay Rizza! You joining this chat makes you the 13th country to be represented in this chat!!!
A2: Give an environment they feel safe to learn and make mistakes without judgement from peers. No ownership w/o confidence!!
Also important to change simple engagement into empowerment.
A2: we do this by fostering their love of learning and relinquishing our need for control
A2: Trust and relationship building lets them feel they connect and helps us build the culture in which they feel safe
A2 Collaborative decision making open and clear communication, consensus building, essential agreements, real & true choices
Exactly my friend https://t.co/XPI88Q7FsI
A2: Self-management, time management & confidence in own abilities - do this by establishing a culture of trust & innovation
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We can often have deficit views of particular communities - shifting this is key to supporting student agency
I agree. The culture of safe is important!
A2: growth mindset, space and time to use creative process, curiosity, collaboration, critical listening, citizenship
A2) We provide our learners with opportunity to input into what they learn.
Q3 coming up in 1 minute ………..
A2: one thing my Ss struggle with is time management when left to drive their learning. Need to work on that skill as well.
Yes. https://t.co/IgSaFAK4zC
A2: Give an environment they feel safe to learn and make mistakes without judgement from peers. No ownership w/o confidence!!
If you have agency, it is safe to both give and receive constructive feedback
A2 opportunities to practice ownership individually or in a group thru collaborative work/projects
These are all great strategies for building + agency! https://t.co/cjvyorXqrm
A2 Collaborative decision making open and clear communication, consensus building, essential agreements, real & true choices
Really can't underestimate the power and need to fail forward.
Awesome! I'd add advocate for themselves too... https://t.co/kjRdZbyhMb
A2: Ss need to feel empowered to take ownership of leaning. They need to have a vision and be able to articulate their vision.
if not easy. It's also free (and challenging) to change attitudes of many of us parents too.
love this answer, all really important skills
Can you say more about this?
A2: Allow them to fail and model that for them...
meaningful collaboration. Not something that can be /and conquer. Better end product must result than solo work.
every student can think critically, learn & understand info, & solve problems - teachers develop these skills
Yes! Developing strong feedback loops is critical to learning and agency! https://t.co/H0Gfxn6x5c
If you have agency, it is safe to both give and receive constructive feedback
Agree but wld love to know how to equip the ones who are shy
A2 Students are often already equipped with skills. They need their teachers to believe in them.
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A3: When it comes to having them model techniques. Better yet, teach Ts how tech can makes lessons fun!
Thanks Amy, I find once we have tapped into what they have we need trust them 2take the responsibility
Yes definitely, building good strong trusting relationships is a necessay foundation for learning For Ts too
A3. are a great example of how student input can turn into leadership. They make their voice heard and ask questions.
Agency - Students tackling real issues like violence + homelessness. Here's an inspiring example >> https://t.co/j9uO9jXL1n
Important to verbally reinforce specifically when they do take ownership A2 Set up Fall expectations
A3: Let them guide the decision making process & take ideas to student council / higher for a discussion
Agree deficit model cripples/stagnates forward moving "I Can" attitude Building relationships a must https://t.co/PBtnqnvpzl
We can often have deficit views of particular communities - shifting this is key to supporting student agency
How can we empower all Ss in our classes?
For all students to have agency, we need to embrace their culture & language first
A3: If you LISTEN to the Ss, you can create an environment where even the most timid Ss will WANT to be a leader.
Service projects and peer mentoring can develop agency on all sides of the experience
A2) Also by listening to Ss, building relationships, embracing/assisting the whole learner
Welcome Marlon - always a pleasure
Knowing they are making a difference in their community is such a powerful experience for Ss.
A3; give them a voice, ask for their opinions & get them to lead projects; more peer teaching
Totally agree as T's we look for the same
yes, build and environment that encourages safe risk-taking and curiousity
A3) Pupils help to make a mind map of what they want to learn. This helps to grow leaders of learning https://t.co/uJh3dDbURw
Can you say more about this?
how can we not have those voices? Change won't happen if people in power don't hear what the change needs to be.
Learning /practicing how to do that"constructive feedback" make the whole planet a better place A2
Curious. Do u see this as part of curriculum or outside?
A3: Frame actions and input as social leadership - everyone can be a leader through daily actions and personal passions
yes! Have you read about the 12 knowledge building principles.
A3: Include Ss in goal setting, offer choices on how to meet the goal and show what they know.
A3 Be more open to ss ideas on how our classrooms look & where students are seated. Peer tutoring gives ss power as well.
Thank you I am from Nottingham England Robin Hood country
A2 here are students taking ownership by using the gaps in their pretests to book into workshops https://t.co/VcoQKSnVYV
A3 by allowing students voice in thier opportunities they will take the lead in making it happen
Which are also skills that the Ss need.They need 2b able to self reflect and give meaningful peer feedback.
I find this the best PD I get! It helps me be better at my job - it is definitely curriculum based
A3 Question 4 S: What steps can you and peers take to develop this idea, this solution to a problem?
Thanks for the follow Amy, look forward to learning and connecting
Remember to follow each other today - this chat is ROCKING
A3. With democracy and councils, we still have to be sure the minority and single voice isn’t silenced within the mass.
Yes feeling safe is key to agency. Too many students don't feel safe or welcome in school or their community
This is SO IMPORTANT! Ss need to see that Ts can fail & learn from their mistakes as well... https://t.co/MX2qFaVjWC
A2: Allow them to fail and model that for them...
Q3 make sure they feel confident in expressing themselves in a safe environment and that you are still there to support
A3: Student voice is powerful. When input is valued, confidence soars. Ss begin to take risks & see themselves as a leaders.
A3 Talking about our emotions and working together to solve our problems. We like to be heard by the teacher and principal
I'm curious if this is time we can build into the curriculum? Can all Ts do this? How?
Active students who unite can become student voice leaders, we've had students become board of edu members due to their input
All you need to do is respond to the questions or to one of the people in the chat, like you did with me.
Craig: I'm not sure what you're asking. Can you tell me more?
Naming + tackling discrimination in all its guises - is also key to supporting student agency
A3,Student input leats to Ss leadership in the classroom
A3) Learners help to evaluate what we learn too Ownership of learning
A3) Honest feedback from Ss is critical, Admin & Ts need to know how/what to do to make education better for learners
A3) We know that the most effective learning comes from teaching others. Let them guide one another. https://t.co/AGBULufDMe
Agree w this & other similar responses. But how do we equip Ss with these skills https://t.co/ibTnt8MdpM
A2: Ss need to develop trust, self-confidence, respect, critical/creative thinking, self-regulation, how to think, reasoning
Love the idea of S choice. In what ways can we foster existing curriculum for S voice?
A3 I've seen tweets re: students leading edcamps From interests in topics 2leading to sharing ideas. Leadership from passions
A3: If students have knowledge of their learning steps, they have power to make decisions, to lead their learning.
how can S ideas or opportunities be turned into leadership opportunities want to clarify further?
A2: It's a product of teaching, culture, structures & supports in school + home, family & community. https://t.co/2vWIftXOVr
Love it! https://t.co/fdCk0AcOzJ
Active students who unite can become student voice leaders, we've had students become board of edu members due to their input
A3 my school started this year S led conferences and exhibit not yet strong but getting there
I agree, school should be a place where Ss comfortable to learn and share their voice while listening to others.
A3: Our friends at Pittsfield MHS use restorative justice to put Ss in charge of conflict negotiation https://t.co/AxhFajfINP
I use a blended approach and allow Ss to move at their pace. I work with groups or individuals when they need help.
Build their confidence and encourage risk taking opportunities. Model a .
A3, giving them an opportunity to make a choice of topic&strategies and based on their comfort level let them share
YAY!! One of my Ss is in the house! Welcome! So important to hear your voice! https://t.co/9RMRzjDpbt
I agree, school should be a place where Ss comfortable to learn and share their voice while listening to others.
Yes, by encouraging Ss to set own goals for learning, they learn to manage their own learning https://t.co/pZrjF9yL8l
A3: Include Ss in goal setting, offer choices on how to meet the goal and show what they know.
A3: Students can become leaders when they are simply listened to and not spoken at. Reduced teacher voice.
Hi Michelle, love your part of the world. Great ed-chat
This is like the Genius Bar idea that a few schools around here have. Ss are part of tech support. https://t.co/2W9st3kP61
A3: When it comes to having them model techniques. Better yet, teach Ts how tech can makes lessons fun!
would love to hear your thoughts on student voice in school. Join our chat at
A3. Ss own goal setting has always been v successful in dev indep learners who take responsibility for their own learning
and creating a culture in which students can raise the topic without being silenced
Q4 coming up in 1 minute ………..
include charity fund raising events & encourage Ss to promote their engagement
A3, let them connect+collaborate+inquire+reflect+act +shine&feel empowered
So important! Ts need to realize it is not about them.
A1: Student agency = being able to bette your local environment with what u learn.
A3. When students are part of the discussion, more ownership is taken, thus more change can occur!
A3 Get Ss to join this chat to help answer these questions
or driving the discussion!
Q4) Ts are afraid to “relinquish control” of the c/room. What should/shouldn’t Ss have control over? https://t.co/a8DFczhxOh
Yes silencing is a key issue in education - on a whole range of social justice related fronts -gotta speak up more
A3: allow Ss to modify any product by submitting a proposal detailing why, what, research how will meet rubric expectations
A3.If we teach from the heart and not from the book pupils/students will feel involved and engaged
As far as how, lots of time spent on training, modeling, and practice. Gets easier when Ss are familiar w/ routine.
How have you helped students set goals in the classroom?
A4: Students need to have some guidelines with curriculum, however they should have choice as to how they learn
They have an investment in their learning https://t.co/yf1EbbnzDS
A3. When students are part of the discussion, more ownership is taken, thus more change can occur!
Hi I teach Ss from 16 to 50 years old in and health promotion
I tell my Ss frm day 1.I am a co-learner.I think they r weirded out when I tell them smartest person in the room is the room.
And starting young means they'll be more willing when the stakes are harder https://t.co/oN2mLX2xgm
A3: Student voice is powerful. When input is valued, confidence soars. Ss begin to take risks & see themselves as a leaders.
Hi everyone, Sarah here pre-service teacher from New Zealand. Currently in the final year of my degree. Love this forum!
I'm looking forward to reading answers to Q4
A3. Leadership comes from confidence and knowing what you're good at - the more Ss input, the more self knowledge they develop
A4: T control negativity. Ss control academic challenges, assessment styles, self behavior/respect & creative innovation.
Heading out early. The very cranky toddler is letting me know it's about time for bed.
A3: Ss should be considered when structuring Ts PD. Ss should lead when applicable= empowerment
A4: Absolutely nothing. Why put restrictions or barriers in place? Give them the reins - they'll have them one day anyhow!
A4: Think of our experiences. Why did we have opportunity to shine..someone let our voice be heard. Same for our Ss.
Thanks for joining us Amy
They love that and feel they get better and better
Q4 students still need guidance and gentle encouraging in the right direction
absolutely! Students often have the best ideas, but are sadly ever heard because they feel they don't have a voice.
Who's learning is it anyway?
Give up control.
We are not here to block & ban
My lesson or my students learning?
Yes! Great way to incorporate civic engagement too!
A3: Ss are leaders. They are intensely curious and interested about learning. That's what makes an incredible leader!
A4. I haven't seen enough evidence to suggest Ss should take control of teaching by giving their preferred learning styles!
I pre-assess and look over test w/ Ss. We look at questions missed and set goals using info.
So important to include preservice Ts. They are our Ss future. Support them! https://t.co/RzQcWLjQMB
Hi everyone, Sarah here pre-service teacher from New Zealand. Currently in the final year of my degree. Love this forum!
A4 I don't think Ts should relinquish full control. Ts still need to guide Ss.
A3) social studies are full of opportunities. deep understanding -> activism
A4: There are no limits on what an S who has agency and a desire to learn can do... true for us all
A4: I think Ss are capable of making many choices but they often need guidance towards that level of responsibility
exactly LOL! Nottingham still has it’s castle but doesn’t look like it was in Robin Hood’s time
I also give Ss the option for almost everything. Don't like my ideas? Propose one. I rarely say no.
Creating a culture where all voices are valued as an instrument for change
Work in specific learning areas, e.g. writing and give examples, review their work, discuss together https://t.co/ilfef7dg8S
How have you helped students set goals in the classroom?
Students are often good controllers of each other's behaviour.
We have GOT to speak up more. https://t.co/Mm7Hdqq0Y5
Yes silencing is a key issue in education - on a whole range of social justice related fronts -gotta speak up more
A4 We should have control over what is on display in the CR, how we interact with each other and the content of our learning
Filling in those gaps 1 on 1 is so important!!
A4) Their own opinions, ideas, thoughts should be nurtured & allowed to grow & develop - students should own it!
Support student agency > Speak up & challenge racism, sexism, homophobia....all forms of bigotry
A4: Ss should have voice in learning set standards they do not have control over
Completely agree! https://t.co/qU05X4VfJ0
Creating a culture where all voices are valued as an instrument for change
A2) Self-advocacy. They can learn the same pedagogy as teachers do & understand their learning style. https://t.co/8BfqRQ8bq2
Q2) What skills do students need to take ownership of their learning? How do we develop these? https://t.co/lJI0jGIKQK
A4: Ss need encouragement to experience a variety of learning modes sometimes outside comfort zone.
Awesome stuff! As long as they can demonstrate mastery somehow, why limit them?! https://t.co/uYqqDzCSfx
I also give Ss the option for almost everything. Don't like my ideas? Propose one. I rarely say no.
A4: Have to cover standards but there are opportunities for choice on when, how, etc.
Ss should feel free to add their voice!
A4) Ss contribute & openly discuss how they want to learn & how classroom can be managed, it's a learning community, all in
A3: Sometimes it's as simple as asking Ss. Actually talking to them to see if they want to be involved with projects.
So important - address issues of & discrimination, not make taboo. Same for https://t.co/NTD4LEiDSo
Naming + tackling discrimination in all its guises - is also key to supporting student agency
A4 - they should have say in as much as humanly possible
What techniques have you used to temper negativity in the classroom?
A4.As a Ss I want to be able to choose what is working for me an whats not. I'm much more engaged if I am enjoying how I learn
A3: so I'm thinking Ss leadership happens with collaborative learning. As well creating learning communities builds efficacy
But we must model living/learning outside our comfort zone. If we aren't willing, why should they be? https://t.co/d2EsXceQvL
A4: Ss need encouragement to experience a variety of learning modes sometimes outside comfort zone.
A4. Not sure about control, but students should be given roles to give feedback on all topics that relate to them.
Hi guys.
Carl from Emerald Australia
A4 Obviously all the legal stuff. Plus T still needs to be the adult
hearing that on the 1st day was a little strange but now I know that as a class we have the brains to do anything
The bell is about to ring for lunch here. We are going get back to work. Thanks for having us!
Yes! Ts need to help Ss advocate
Please do BTW my father was born in Sydney Australia love to visit there
A4: Life-long learners do not need standards & grades to monitor & adjust learning; they have purpose; S's need to value edu
THIS!! Could not have said it better myself! https://t.co/phNUYSXxVY
hearing that on the 1st day was a little strange but now I know that as a class we have the brains to do anything
1. W so much potential learning outside c/room our students need to learn wider 'literacy' skills..
A4, opening with big ideas, lets S's have a choice in many ways & as T's we are not losing control of content expectations
A4.I want students to lead classroom teaching.Theyll teach me and eachother in Ss led school.We open a STEAM room 16 th March
A4 in pedagogical sense there are no limits, Adults responsible for health and safety https://t.co/yCXBQtqiSx
Q4) Ts are afraid to “relinquish control” of the c/room. What should/shouldn’t Ss have control over? https://t.co/a8DFczhxOh
YAY!! Another one of my Ss is in the house! Such a powerful sentiment. WE NEED TO LISTEN! https://t.co/eRXrllXaLd
A4.As a Ss I want to be able to choose what is working for me an whats not. I'm much more engaged if I am enjoying how I learn
facilitation vs dictation
A4Ss should have control over how content is provided based on learning style.The role of educators has shifted to facilitator
A2 Use Bloom's Taxonomy as a guide & let Ss choose how to implement & meet goals
OK glad to have you on board thanks for your contributions. Have a great lunch.
A3: letting Ss take on the power of solving problems within their school/environment. Inquiry curriculums.
we need to build the curiosity in Ss!
Q4. Project based learning works well here. Certain outcomes r defined, but Ss can choose own projects,
A4: no one in control of anything. Everyone empowered to create a safe and engaging space for deep learning.
A4: Important to expose kids to more than they think possible. Ts control aspects of content. Ss control means & products.
A4: modeling our ability to give up control to the Ss shows we are willing. JUST DO IT! U won't regret it! (Hint:Not about us)
S's love to talk, give them a reason to talk&stay focused, it might be loud but has a reason+purpose behind it
2.Teachers today r trapped between rock & hard place -SATs & demands of rapid change in digital age
tell me more about T needs to be adult?
Q5 coming up in 1 minute ………..
Yes! We need to be willing to tear down walls
A4. Students should have a larger role in the classroom, since they are the one directly benefitting from learning!
I agree with the pedagogy part of this, but I have to disagree with the idea of Ss having a learning style.
And to more than just what we know. So much knowledge out there, so little time. Why limit them to mine?
Were about to start classes, sad to miss the remaining chat but had a great start for my Friday. Thank you all and
Well said. https://t.co/T5wRTTu1xS
A4: Life-long learners do not need standards & grades to monitor & adjust learning; they have purpose; S's need to value edu
My Voice Matters
Your Voice Matters
Our Voice Matters
Don't Let Anyone tell You It doesn't!
https://t.co/U6cU2RUClU
If I am engaged I find it easy to help out fellow Ss of they are stuck.
I think there is a lot of misunderstanding among Ss trying to ID their own learning styles. this can be fixed...
Teachers should teach students how to think, students should have control of what they think https://t.co/UvRgiYrEH8
Q4) Ts are afraid to “relinquish control” of the c/room. What should/shouldn’t Ss have control over? https://t.co/a8DFczhxOh
A4: One of my favorite classroom struc.s is "advocate for it." If they see another way to apply their learning- ask for it
Yes demands of SATs impose on the new - agree
Also important to ask Qs that do not have one answer. Defend your opinion. SHOW me what you know!
A2: Metacognition and self-reflection...model, model, model for them.
A4b Just given Yrar 8 open ended science prac task. Many want to do dangerous things. T needed to help guide and refine
A4: The ultimate goal of what Ss learn is to do it independently. Provide Ss w/ opportunities to gain independence.
absolutely! We have a responsibility to open doors and minds to more than just what they bring to us
Clearly safety has to be a concern. Better that we teach them safety than just say no.
A5 Blogs, give ss opportunities to share their thoughts. Creating videos expands their creativity.
A5: We need to consider Ss voice and the ways they communicate to be effective
How inclusive are your resources? Are they all white, straight, able bodied people? Diversify
Same as a workout. The only one you regret is the one you didn't do.
If academic/behavioral/expectations set/negotiated w/ makes it easier to relinquish control of MOST A4
A4) Makes sense to me. We can learn whatever we want in our everyday lives. Schools do have standards. https://t.co/zQtmkkY5UA
A4: Students need to have some guidelines with curriculum, however they should have choice as to how they learn
A4 Need 2look at age/grade where to gauge the locus of control. Gradual increments 4some. Like ZPD Ask sts what they need/want
A5: Offers a place to reflect, get all voices in the room, archive progress over time, stretches classrooms beyond the walls.
agree. without enough guidance/structure, PBL can be dangerous... but don't limit innovation. balance. https://t.co/vxnaFgJCHC
A4 I don't think Ts should relinquish full control. Ts still need to guide Ss.
A5: gives the Ss (and us) access to experts and resources beyond our 4 walls and 40 minutes.
True h/w at Title 1 camp a lack of deters the overall success. I model but.. https://t.co/ENzDTliKyi
Students are often good controllers of each other's behaviour.
Q5: Well known that technology gives reserved students a voice; every bit of confidence added has cumulative effect
A5: As a tool to guide learning and to open up opportunities
Agree when curriculum based Ss likely to be listened to
I got a bulldozer my friend, let's do this
A couple of weeks in the beginning of the year if V let S's Know how we will do it, eventually they r ready for it
A5 tech gives S knowledge access that empowers them.
A5: Tech can offer Ss a vehicle to express themselves that wasn't previously available.
Does curriculum allow time for dev. metacognitive awareness in students? https://t.co/fQ3Rh4plt2
A3: If students have knowledge of their learning steps, they have power to make decisions, to lead their learning.
thanks for connecting Dylan
A5 Start a weekly twitter chat w/Ss and Ts
Do you use any platforms in particular to do this?
A4: Student voice and choice are two key pieces to the 'taking ownership for their learning' puzzle.
We are doing one on 3/7 at 11:30AM EST about if anyone wants to join in!
School should be a place where its staff and students are nurtured in heart + mind.
build curiosity or create an ev ironing where curiosity is fostered? Questions drive new questions?
Strange how voice comes out of choice! :)
A5: Tech has removed the walls from the classroom. It allows Ss to interact with other Ss, Ts, authors, and experts.
most definitely! There is no agency without voice.
1 Recognise strengths & opps tech presents.
2 Pair tech w hobbies/passions for advocacy&research https://t.co/qXf5nidnSv
A5. I like that through using different platforms; I use different technology but also deepen my understanding of the topic.
A4 I think social media has democratized free speech & students ability to voice opinions about their education & take action
A5 Provide various channels and opportunities for communication and collaboration, more exposure for feedback opportunities
A5: Use Tech to break down 4 walls of the c/room & allow opportunities to connect & collaborate --> https://t.co/meyirbCx64
Great idea. are so one-sided: They tell students what to know and students can't talk back. https://t.co/WtTonnOQrb
A3: allow Ss to modify any product by submitting a proposal detailing why, what, research how will meet rubric expectations
A5: It given them an authentic audience to share and learn with.
A5: As a S technology offers different ways to become engaged and share my thoughts in a more personal and creative way
Love it! Do you do this at your school?
A5. Our students set up a twitter account for our student section and brought so much support to our teams!
V need to be creative and let go the certainty to let our S's get creative
A5. Blogging is one of the best ways to make be heard and ensure it’s not ignored. Hard to dismiss what is written.
A5: So many platforms 2choose from! Allows Ss to express themselves in a way that suits them. My list: https://t.co/jclMHkGfFj
and this gives them access to ideas that we never could give
A5: Technology allows for so much more choice, meeting different learning styles & interests and helps to honour voiced needs.
A4) I've completely democratized senior US gov't classes this year. standards are defined. *all* classroom decisions are S's
Democratized speech is awesome; derogatory speech is not; S's must keep the quality of convo elevated in any forum
This is hard in . I've experienced unheard of . But I agree 100% w/you! https://t.co/ybHcSmFdqx
Support student agency > Speak up & challenge racism, sexism, homophobia....all forms of bigotry
Education is part of larger picture re transitioning towards empowering individuals in digital age. https://t.co/mS1ZmcMMdg
Yes demands of SATs impose on the new - agree
A4 Kids took ova vid nterview w local org.Lookd random "not correct" all over show.Final result AWESOME! If I contrlld-boring
Talk about technology in relation to social issues - bullying, racism, sexism, empathy & human interaction.
A4 Relinquishing control requires a different mindset & can be demanding for teachers at the secondary level.
A5:Tech provides Ss w/ an authentic audience making learning meaningful. Allows Ss to share w/-out having to speak publicly.
A5: You could have 20 Ss doing 20 different GHO at the same time if they are all pursuing own path of learning.
So true! Have your students been taking action on anything at your school?
A5 LEARNED THIS f/ how he uses Twitter chats among students give gigantic voice like it does to us
A5) Read real world issues, blog about interests, create slack accounts to discuss events, create meaningful projects
A5: Tech also allows ELL Ss to find resources if no native speaking T is available. Game changer.
A5 power in numbers...collaboration offers voices to be heard
A5 The connection to global classroom through tech cannot be overstated from Twitter 2blogs 2Skype 2Google Hangouts
A5 Technology can help Ss communicate with other Ss all over the world
A5. and are examples of ! know! ;)
I'm getting close on this one! Later in March! 😊
A5: technology's role is to amplify leaning- whatever that means for each student at that time.
Teacher let us out early cause it was too hot in our classroom
By the way...hello from NJ USA
In addition to technology, let students move in the classroom! Physical engagement is important too. https://t.co/FnUwmx2ugC
Ideas, experiences, places. It really is limitless.
A5. Flipped classroom. ..gives S's chance to question understanding properly and help direct class time
Definitely check out the archive
more opportunities to showcase their skills through non-traditional ways.More avenues to demonstrate understanding.
Yes! Ss need to feel like the work they are doing is authentic! Great way to see power of https://t.co/03FZPdy5Hm
A5:Tech provides Ss w/ an authentic audience making learning meaningful. Allows Ss to share w/-out having to speak publicly.
flipping sounds scary to some Ts. Can allow for Ss questioning w/o flipping if that is scary for T.
Great to be in touch again Craig! Great discussion on
BRAVO and sympathy to Definitely hard You have oursupport! A5 https://t.co/yVzYHjCajk
This is hard in . I've experienced unheard of . But I agree 100% w/you! https://t.co/ybHcSmFdqx
Support student agency > Speak up & challenge racism, sexism, homophobia....all forms of bigotry
Q6 coming up in 1 minute ………..
well, they can debate that for themselves. ;)
A5) Tech brings large audience, world platform, & going paperless is environ. friendly
Tech allows students to express their work in whatever form they choose - fosters creativity and flexibility
A5: Tech allows me to share out Ss work: https://t.co/Z1aPDvYjYp Real eyes on their work. Comment if you have time!
I was agreeing. that's a great resource. Ss & Ts don't understand styles enough to meaningfully impact assessments
So true! A great way to make learning work for all students https://t.co/Bf1xl3NtH9
A5: Tech also allows ELL Ss to find resources if no native speaking T is available. Game changer.
and limitless is what we are training Ss for
The Ss helped me create it!
well, we've done 3-4 at the same time and it can be challenging but so worth it.
A5, tech gives voice to the quietest S's in the room and it adds creatively innovate ways to produce; acts as wings for many
A5: Tech supports electronic portfolio development..learning progress over time, documented and archived...think of the VOICE!
Up until yesterday I had 16 going on in one class. Challenging, but so worth it!
A5 I have observed Ss collaborating through Google Docs to work on a project / assignment. They love collaborating using ICT
Sitting on train with my Ss. Giving them some independence.
Proud to see them get up and offer seats to elderley
Wow. That's awesome. Your Ss must love it.
Bravo word Yes yes for everything they do!! identify audience etc. A1-6 https://t.co/aQhhyQ8zOH
Yes! Ss need to feel like the work they are doing is authentic! Great way to see power of https://t.co/03FZPdy5Hm
A5:Tech provides Ss w/ an authentic audience making learning meaningful. Allows Ss to share w/-out having to speak publicly.
??? An important segment of the Lifelong Learning journey!!!
Tech allowed my Ss to access more resources when arguing if Hoover should be in Top 10 Worst Pres list:https://t.co/hiFDLtvJ6q
A5: An all digital class will prepare Ss for self-pacing like grad/undergrad coursework. Test-drive for college.
A5 and this has happened tonight (almost 12 midnight GMT) with
Ss might actually discover a talent for writing if they get to write about what they want. Excitement=Engagement
and talk through options. How can we do something similar and still be safe
has empowered S learning in many ways, tech has to be used to benefit and extend the learning not substitute
So many responses to this tweet..so little time!
So true! I remember the day I realized it's capacity. A student was at home with a sick sibling, but still logged in
Great insight! Seeing progress allows students to understand how they learn https://t.co/REwYadfyZz
A5: Tech supports electronic portfolio development..learning progress over time, documented and archived...think of the VOICE!
A5) Whatever you do, DON'T BAN TECH. That denies students' right to lead & learn as digital citizens.
A5 I like learning about and using different platforms.Some of them Ive never even heard about! Theres so many to choose from
A6: provide opportunities for them to lead Ts PD
You’re right! VARK etc being pushed in Ireland, but it’s a flaky topic that we haven’t sorted at all! :)
A6 NJ has college/career ready standards...agency allows S's to be globally ready! We are a global society without borders
We have Google Doc in our district. Would love to see more teachers using it with their Ss
A5) had a class build digital museum about highlighting consequences of racial injustice... gave choice/voice
A6: Provide S choice and listen to S voice. Create a constructivist learning environment for Ss!!
A6: Ss agency honoured with learning about learning- inquiry based learning, integrative thinking, making learning visible
Thx for a great chat. Hope to join next week.
I do like eportfolios and it's funny how I see different things depending on when I watch.
thus the need for digital citizenship and media literacy.
Q6 having student representation on the school board
Summer viewing is all T reflection.
Tech has allowed my Ss to share their blogs with the world. Authentic audience so important! https://t.co/WNh7WgJ0Bd
I feel so proud of them when I see them when on a vacation or sick and still wanting to collaborate and work along
I love when Ss join in from trips/home sick via GHO!
Some students are great at asserting themselves & sharing their voice others feel like they need permission
Kids are full of surprises!! Especially when futurist teacher gives them freedom to express themselves https://t.co/4xtgP7zHra
A4 Kids took ova vid nterview w local org.Lookd random "not correct" all over show.Final result AWESOME! If I contrlld-boring
A6: Incorporating Ss into staff or teacher interviews. How's that for ? Ss presenting projects to board & company
Please help me thank for helping lead today's chat - what an amazing group of people! Connect & follow!
they're walking wikis! Win-win!
I saw it at my first edcamp and knew we had to do it in my course@
me 2. Such an eye opener - they love it so much! As do I!
Some teachers find it hard to balance student agency and standards. How have you managed this?
even young children can have a voice
A5) Tech can link students with others across the world
A6. The constant growth of technology shines light on opportunities that I had no idea existed! Like this chat!!
This is great! https://t.co/RvqxNbLIxd
A6: Incorporating Ss into staff or teacher interviews. How's that for ? Ss presenting projects to board & company
I also love to see that they use it beyond my class. Exposes other Ts to the power of it.
A6: My district is working on goal setting with Ss. There is some opportunity for choice in projects.
A6. Anyone brave enough to bring a learner or three into staff meetings? ;)
Technology opens doors to communication. Blogs, give students opportunities to share their thoughts & communicate w/the world
At times v get2see a total diff perspective & how S's relate their learning when they r in a diff place
Closing thought: I see some change, but it's so piecemeal it doesn't last. Without planning it looks bad. How to make it work?
I am always amazed at what they can do & how much they know about tech
Agree - but they still need guidance and awareness of own learning processes - some more than others. https://t.co/8Cy4wRIAH7
A4 I think social media has democratized free speech & students ability to voice opinions about their education & take action
A6: Help students to realize/understand how they are able to lead your learning, as teacher, daily!!!
Plus it can be at anytime don’t have to wait for a meeting to be organised
It was great to see everyone here tonight on ! Hope you all gained some great insights into advancing / agency!
Metacognition is hard (even for us). It's a skill we all need to practice! Step outside and observe process.
thank you for a very good and invigorating chat
student led learning walks give agency, voice, create learning community
A6.STEAM rooms,VR,twitter.skipe and old style snail mail will engage Ss internationally.Lets learn from eachother
