#pln365 getting snowed in so it'll be a trolling late night on Voxer & Twitter! Matt from NJ; PE T, thought provoker, questioner, aspiring admin. let's GO
Oh Kristen! @SimmonesESL My friend is an ESL T in NJ and it's getting tougher and tougher! Hope this convo tonight shines some light in everyone's day! #pln365
Important to have school leadership that creates an environment that encourages trying new things. My Risk-Taking & Innovation page https://t.co/KVHyXKngH5 See: Inspiring Students: Bringing Awe Back to Learning @E_Sheninger
My Leadership page https://t.co/mYagW5jHtu#PLN365
A1 innovation is not only new but BETTER! get away from the status quo; we cannot solve our probs w/the same thinking & systems we used to create them #pln365
A1: Listen to those that are on your team. Be willing to allow others, yourself included, to take risks. Be OK with failure on the first attempt. #pln365
A1: #innovativeleadership looks different for everyone but for me its looks like everyone has power. An innovative leader isnt in the front of the room. They inspire everyone to lead #PLN365
A1 Innovative leadership looks like leadership that allows an entire team to grow & develop. Risk taking with progress in mind. Learning and improving from failures. Supporting others to take risks even when things go wrong. Being open to new/different ways of thinking #pln365
A1: Innovative leadership means honoring the voice and choice of Teachers/students and celebrating their success broadly while encouraging them to take innovative risks. #pln365
A1 It looks like a lot going on at once! Youโre always multitasking demonstrating forward thinking characteristics. I love this image from @gcouros#pln365@chrisduane819
A1 Not being afraid to try new things, veering away from the TTWWADI (that's the way we've always done it) via @E_Sheninger , involving others in making changes, listening, collaborating, and taking some risks for the benefit of Ss and Ts #pln365
A1. Itโs about building as many leaders up as possible within the school. Build up Pd, kids and Staff to lead. Build human capacity, you build organizational capacity. Good for kids. #pln365
A2. Had a great convo with local Princ today. It's not about keeping up, it's about staying ahead of the curve. Be bold. Be brave. Take risks. Be the maverick. #pln365
A1: I've been reading @gcouros. Totally have this one. Innovative leaders allow teachers to take risks, in order to find new and better ways to do things. In turn, teachers give students the freedom to be creative! #pln365
A1: Innovative leadership is a willingness to do whatever it takes to guide others toward success. Maximizing resources, taking risks, collaborating, learning from failure, challenging the status quo, willing to step in and "do the dirty work" right along with your team. #pln365
A1 Innovative leadership means being willing to bend some rules and cut through red tape to do what is best for kids...also being willing to listen to and be open to various ideas and approaches. #pln365
A1: Innovative Leaders take risks and trust their team members as professionals. They listen to new ideas and work for creative ways to solve problems. #pln365
A1. It looks different than traditional heroic leadership that we all think of. Innovative leaders are seen as mentors, not bosses. They lead with a "we" not a "me" attitude #pln365
A1- Innovative leadership is about influencing and inspiring others around you in a positive way.Making an impact by stepping outside the comfort zone. #pln365
A1: I stole this metaphor from my principal @NickNapolitano7. An Innovative leader is willing to try new things and stand out in a crowd. Their passion and dedication will show and others will join in. They also encourage others to take risks by modeling a growth mindset #pln365
A1 not only being okay with failure. You must expect it and embrace it. Itโs not about how you fall itโs about how you respond the the fall. Anyone can fail the greats refine themselves through failure...get inspired by it to be better. #pln365
A2: My source of pride and student leadership are our committees. Six different groups of students meet with me during lunch. They schedule meetings and facilitate. Each committee has a goal: assessment, organization, Twitter, awesome #PLN365
A2: I created an โimmersionโ session, where my students were placed into the role of immigrants. We even took a ride on a โshipโ and they got experience Ellis Island- all from the comfort of our classroom. They love to role play in our room! #pln365
A2: My students LOVED Snapchat. I didn't want to become "friends" with them, but I allowed them to record videos using the filters as a way to express what they've learned. The kids loved it! #pln365
A1 Innovative leadership looks like leadership that allows an entire team to grow & develop. Risk taking with progress in mind. Learning and improving from failures. Supporting others to take risks even when things go wrong. Being open to new/different ways of thinking #pln365
A2: I ask students to give me feedback as to new apps and programs they would like to try. I ask them for suggestions on how to improve lessons and activities/field trips they would like to have. #pln365
A2 I ask them directly for ideas, have used some tools to get feedback such as @Flipgrid@voxer@recap and by doing #pbl and letting them decide the what, how, of their learning #pln365
In reply to
@chrisduane819, @Flipgrid, @voxer, @recap
A2) Utilizing Gardner's Frames of Mind, I design PBLA's with 8 different tasks that speak to the 8 frames of mind and give students choice to which task they will complete #pln365
Innovative leadership isnโt what I call leadership. Itโs rather about fostering a shared mission of improving the lives of all those who share our school. Students, faculty, all staff. Parents as well. #pln365
A2: Choice, choice, choice! Topic, product - wherever students have to think for themselves, make their own decisions, take risks and not allow the ease and comfort of just playing choose by compliance of following instructions, innovation follows. #pln365
A1. It looks different than traditional heroic leadership that we all think of. Innovative leaders are seen as mentors, not bosses. They lead with a "we" not a "me" attitude #pln365
A2 I basically run a choice based PE classroom that is based off the national curriculum; engagement has never been higher in my 9 years #pln365 took the lead from @trevorabryan
A1: #innovativeleadership looks different for everyone but for me its looks like everyone has power. An innovative leader isnt in the front of the room. They inspire everyone to lead #PLN365
A2: In a community that is focused on gaming, we are spending our final week before break in a @koduteam Game Design Challenge in our Lab. Full student engagement. #pln365
A1. Seriously, an innovative leader looks like someone who listens to differing views, allows staff to take risks, involves community with decision making. #pln365
A2 I try to create PBL units that directly connect with students interests. To do this you must develop meaningful relationships with your students. Knowing your students on a really personal level helps create relevant learning opportunities #pln365
A2. @Flipgrid provides a friendly format for student voice (getting to know you assignment). Let experimentation happen during labs (supervised). Design your own assessment. #pln365
A2 It sounds simple, but let them design the room layout with you. Not just flexible seating, but where you put the desks/tables. Then, let them choose where they want to sit each day! #pln365
A1 Love the discussion about what Innovative Leadership looks like. If we want something different for our teachers and students, we need to model and lead the way. #pln365
So many teachers want permission to use their creative abilities to touch the children's lives in their classrooms. Need more #innovativeleaders! #pln365@amyjojo14
A1: I've been reading @gcouros. Totally have this one. Innovative leaders allow teachers to take risks, in order to find new and better ways to do things. In turn, teachers give students the freedom to be creative! #pln365
A2: This year I started with PASSION; Passion with our teachers. They showed all semester the passions they had. Then this semester they are working on passion projects in the classroom! #PLN365
A2: Trending Topics unit in which students share topics (i.e. #metoo mental illness and LGBTQ+ etc.); pair with YA books; and write authentically (I.e. @nerdybookclub) #pln365
A2 My super and I recently established a student Leadership Council. This gives us the opportunity to hear from students and work together to provide better learning experiences. Ss have so much to teach us all if we take the time to listen #pln365
A2: I recently had Ss research how to do something they've been wanting to learn, write an expository piece, & create a multi-media tutorial using @Flipgrid. It was so fun! Dance moves, dog tricks, cooking a perfect steak... #pln365
A2: You need to find out what they are passionate about. Create spaces where students want to go either in your classroom or in your school. #geniushour and #makerspaces where students can create, explore, research, fail, modify, reflect and grow allows for innovation. #pln365
Definitely, and my Ss have said how much more comfortable and confident they feel speaking in class after interacting w/peers using @recap and @Flipgrid#pln365
In reply to
@DanKos3, @Flipgrid, @recap, @Flipgrid
A2: As middle scho students, it's all about working with friends and talking! So they love doing any sort of group work and making videos on @Flipgrid#pln365
A2) I literally just finished a student guided research unit. It was my first go and was thoroughly sloppy and messy and full of areas for growth. But the second semester seniors bought in, chose their topics, and immersed themselves in self guided learning. #pln365
A3 Not sure about best practice, but I broke away the traditional rows of desks, me talking in the front, same assigned seats, and went flexible spaces, diff groups, learning stations, less me more them #pln365
A3 I don't hold the knowledge in a monopoly anymore; these Ss can look up any skill I can "teach" them & get 1,000s of experts showing them how to do it #pln365
A2 It sounds simple, but let them design the room layout with you. Not just flexible seating, but where you put the desks/tables. Then, let them choose where they want to sit each day! #pln365
A2: Give Ss the steering wheel and let them drive. Everything from creating the assessments to organizing their learning. The best way to personalize is to immerse them in the process. The reflection is authentic and will organically happen. #PLN365
A2: I ask students to give me feedback as to new apps and programs they would like to try. I ask them for suggestions on how to improve lessons and activities/field trips they would like to have. #pln365
A2 I run a 100% choice based art room. I let student choose their projects, materials, seats, partners and (usually) the scale of their projects. Try to let them use their interests/passions to drive their art making/explorations #pln365
A2. I used to meet monthly with student council about ideas. However, I used to sit with Ss during lunchtime and get their thoughts about many things. They used to email me. I would make sure the entire school knew when I made a decision based on Ss feedback. #pln365
A3 A teacher I work with has started letting the kids create/have input in the rubric for assignments. The teacher puts in what would be a 3, but the kids say what would be a 1, 2, and 4. Built-in buy-in! #pln365
A3: I have gone towards easier to understand skill descriptions for Ss to know WHAT they are expected to know. I have them doing SELF-REFLECTION & I am giving CHOICE in the way they demonstrate what they know. #pln365
A3: I've spent time and struggled with challenging how to assess and grade. Challenging traditional analytic rubrics in favor of rubrics that are more holisitc and student centered. Still struggling with these changes. #pln365
A3 That I always need to have the "game plan" in advance. Sometimes I don't bring an agenda of my own and let the learners drive the learning. There is more than one way to teach. Especially with adults! #pln365@chrisduane819
A3: For my special ed students, it was a struggle to break them out of old habits in math and learn #growthmindset#pln365 Used @joboaler for activities and videos
A2: Genius hour and impact projects. Letting students know with enough determination and tenacity they can change the world. I have the "try changing it now" approach.. This whole idea of waiting until adulthood to elicit change is sad. Start now! #pln365
A2 connecting community as part of the learning experience is such a great way for students to engage and connect. Reach out to local senior centers, businesses and community organizations. #pln365
A3: I'm no longer the only one asking questions. I encourage S's to answer questions with more questions. We have created a culture of inquiry. #pln365
a3: Later in my teaching career I allowed my Ss to turn in anything that demonstrated their learning of the days objective. They couldn't grasp not being told..what, how long, what kind of paper, etc #pln365
A3 - Moved almost entirely away form letters and number grades. Refelection of their own work and self-assessment. Itโs amazing what happens when students feel power over their learning. Projects that they choice, instead of forcing each square into a circle. #pln365
A3: With some lessons, I let Ss explore & analyze examples first BEFORE explaining & directing. Teaching Ss to be creative & critical thinkers. "Based on what you found, what do YOU think we should do/include to show mastery?" #pln365
A2. This year, I have tried to adopt the mindset of "makerspace," even in in my SS classroom. Ss are always creating content to share their learning. Always learning something new from them! #pln365
A3: Grades as only feedback. Now feedback, student revision, reflection loops. Grades only come after student reflection on their practice. Usually once a grade is given the learning stops. #pln365
A3: Our @SmartLab_tweets Lab environment is student-driven. We are no longer teachers but operating as facilitators. There are so many times where I would love to answer their questions, but I don't. Can't rob them of an opportunity to make a discovery. #pln365
A3: This year I tried Google Classroom for the first time. Students submitted weekly literary analyses online. I used an Apple Pencil to make quick edits directly onto the document that got resent back to the student. Effective and Efficient individualized feedback. #pln365
A3. Encyclopedia Me. They have all the information they could want, they just need help sifting through it and make sense. They do more of the work to learn, but they get support. Make mistakes. Itโs ok. #pln365
A3) The best practices I most challenge is what my classroom management looks and sounds like. A male student, who stated he never liked English before, stated my classroom management philosophy best: If we weren't off task, none of us would be paying attention. #pln365
A3: Student voice & choice in classroom environment and instruction; student-led questioning, flexible seating, etc. ; students take charge of their learning #pln365
Q3 I challenged status quo reading instruction by using artwork & other visual texts to help ALL learners (strivers included) engage comprehension skills and writerโs craft. Visual texts are accessible to most learners regardless of reading ability. #pln365
A2: This year I started with PASSION; Passion with our teachers. They showed all semester the passions they had. Then this semester they are working on passion projects in the classroom! #PLN365
A3 When I taught 3rd grade we were supposed to do minute math multiplication practice daily. Some of my Ss loved it but the ones who struggled really felt bad about themselves. So I found Multiplication Songs on Youtube and my Ss loved it and they memorized their facts #pln365
A3: We completely transformed our traditional computer room into an Innovation Lab because it was best for everyone! Take a peek! https://t.co/4iS7y4bYGE#pln365
A2: Trending Topics unit in which students share topics (i.e. #metoo mental illness and LGBTQ+ etc.); pair with YA books; and write authentically (I.e. @nerdybookclub) #pln365
I struggled with this for awhile! I felt as through I could not say "I don't know" to my students. The truth is learning together has way more power! #pln365
A2:
I consider their sociocultural experiences, which requires developing strong relationships with all Ss, and then I try to somehow connect the science standards with something theyโve experienced before! #pln365
A4: My virtual pln has given me support and positivity. Just knowing that there are so many like-minded teachers out there, it makes a tremendous difference in my day. #pln365
A3. I think stepping away from owning the teaching and becoming more of a facilitator. Creating a student centered learning environment challenged everything I knew and had learned about teaching, but I could not image teaching any other way. #pln365
A2 My super and I recently established a student Leadership Council. This gives us the opportunity to hear from students and work together to provide better learning experiences. Ss have so much to teach us all if we take the time to listen #pln365
A3- We are challenging homework practices in our District, we have a District committee that includes parents, students, BOE members, admins, central office...looking to make positive changes! #pln365
A3: I challenged the idea that "one size fits all." I differentiated for students at every possible point that I could. One assignment may be suitable for some kids and not others. They began to accept that they would all be challenged differently. #pln365
A4: Iโve been exposed to a whole world of education and educators I had no idea existed. Teaching can be isolating as we forge ahead in our classroom islands. I find the virtual PLN world fascinating and rejuvenating. #pln365
A3 - Easel of Excellence. Every day students question and reflect on their learning, and also what they want to learn. Dialogue from them, instead of me. #pln365
Q3 Have implemented that JOY is an intervention. Trying to create experiences based on joy to fuel engagement and learning. Culture trumps content. Engagement and connection creates a foundation for meaningful learning and growth. #pln365
A2: My students are taking part in the @phillyzoo#unlesscontest. My Ss love making videos and researching about reptiles/amphibians. So we are using 2 frogs to promote water conservation. Check it out https://t.co/B2CSRUE7KY#pln365
A4: My growing PLN has helped me foster a growth mindset in myself. Its ok to fail. Its ok when my assignments and bulletin boards arent the prettiest. They encourage me no matter what. #pln365
We are exploring our career, commercial cooking classes (high school) with local businesses to promote community events. Things like catering, or helping develop community partnerships. Also so many great elementary examples to build on too! #pln365
I agree! Learning stations in all subjects is a great way to hone in on learning skills for small groups and helps me get to know Ss better, too! Win-win! #pln365
Hi everyone. Diane Elem Principal from CT here a bit late. Innovative leadership means getting out of your office, teaching and learning along with your staff & supporting others in their innovation #pln365
This was so hard the first time that I tried it! I was the teacher, my job was to stand and lead...until it wasn't. My job was to sit and learn from my little geniuses. They needed to do the thinking and learning. #pln365
A4 Being in a virtual PLN inspired me to help start one in my school district! We have had 4 chats so far and each time more people join in! #pln365@chrisduane819
A3. By incorporating the principles of blended learning in my classroom, I have been able to turn the onus of learning over to the Ss! Much more S-centered and able to meet Ss where they are at! #pln365
A4: Since getting into ed chats a little over a year, I have been more willing to try things outside the box, instead of sticking to the traditional HS math curriculum. #pln365
A3: I don't provide the scaffolding to students who start to fail. I provide coaching on how to independently solve the problem: go see a classmate, YouTube video, seek out info...I coach students to autonomy and success as they learn through their passions and failure. #pln365
that's what we all would want in our workplaces. could you imagine going to work and not being able to talk and collaborate with your colleagues around you? #pln365
Community is a big part of what makes schools successful. When the community understands, it can support the new and innovative ideas that come from it! #pln365#RockIt !
A3) We began to use Voxer as a form of instant feedback regarding instructional practices in the classroom. This also allowed for the conversation to happen in two directions. I will also say it is helping to enhance our culture. #pln365
A4 Oh my, not enough space to answer, my amazing #PLN#PLN365#4OCF#EduMatch#EduGladiators + have given so many ideas, pushed back, supported, brainstormed whenever, just awesome to be able to connect whenever
A4: I learn from my PLN every single day. @smgaillard has encouraged me to DREAM without limits. @LaVonnaRoth reminds me to SHINE always. My sistas @Lindsey_Bohler and @nortnik have pushed me to strengthen my voice in my state. @SteeleThoughts INSPIRES. I could go on! #pln365
A1: it looks like an individual who encourages risk taking among staff and is supportive of they fail, is passionate, persistent, appreciates they do not know everything and so looks outside the walls of the district for inspiration, works to implement change quickly #pln365
A4: Participating in chats each night give me the strength to be different and keep pushing back against the mentality of "we have always done it this way". My PLN allows me to know that I am never alone in this battle to innovate. #grateful#pln365
A4 Connecting with other like minded Ts has been huge. The classroom can be isolating, and even more challenging when you are ready to make change that others are not ready for. Seeing what others have done and said makes me feel less alone, and helps me have courage #pln365
Absolutely, if they see the benefit of moving away from traditional practice to something more connected and real world for kids they often will jump on board. #pln365
A2: You need to find out what they are passionate about. Create spaces where students want to go either in your classroom or in your school. #geniushour and #makerspaces where students can create, explore, research, fail, modify, reflect and grow allows for innovation. #pln365
A3: I thought my lectures were killer engaging and I could will Ask beyond boredom..and some times I did, but flipping my class let me build better relationships...So much more powerful! #pln365
A4: My virtual PLN supported me when I felt alone! @Twitter has helped me to find like-minded teachers within my district, and has given me ideas and solutions โon a plateโ from around the world. #DitchBook, #ShiftThis, #learnLAP, #forsythpln, itโs all sharing & support #pln365
A4: I get new tech suggestions from my #pln365 new ideas on PD techniques, school culture, and just knowing people are there, fighting for the same things ๐๐ผ๐๐ผThanks all!
A3) We looked at our PLCs and made sure that we were creating the conditions for ALL scholars to achieve success at high levels. That meant challenging our dispositions and hidden beliefs. #pln365
As I meet with the senior leaders of @RutgersGSE , I can tell you that there are so many great things in store for our program. I hope this school is the destination for every current and aspiring leader in NJ and beyond. #pln365
A4: Just tonight, my PLN was inspiring me to give sketchnoting a whirl! I'm excited to dive in for reflection/processing, then share with Ts and Ss next! #pln365@tishrich@mospillman@HeckAwesome
I get so many great ideas and challenges to my own beliefs. They both get me thinking about what I do. Itโs why I switched to #sbl and am reading so many different books (when I have time). #pln365
My PLN has become a little voice in the back of my head that says you got this...who cares that nobody else is doing this...you be you girl...nerds are cool! #pln365
A4: Twitter inspired me to join @SmilingTeach and host our #CoffeeEduNJ which is coming up this Sunday for any southern NJ folks who may be interested! #pln365
A3:
I learned the I, we, two, me strategy to scaffold reading/activities for ELs. Itโs great & emphasizes tchr modeling & collaboration, but my kiddos need to be doing something & canโt sit through a whole lot of teacher modeling.
TalkReadTakWrite, however, is amazing! #pln365
Unfortunately, you and I know that schools have created that tainted culture that says 'do it this way or no way'; hard to convince the Ss there's more than one way around the block unless we let them find it... #pln365
A4: I've stolen so many great ideas, tech tools & tips from Twitter chats. This year I tried flexible seating, FlipGrid, better utilized Google Forms & also tried #booksnaps for the first time! #pln365
A2: Genius Hour and Passion Projects are great ways to tap into student interests while allowing them to create, collaborate, and use critical thinking - innovative learning. #pln365
A4 Met so many great people who inspired us host #edcamprockland , stole a great idea from @_AmandaFry and did a twitter challenge that has expanded use in NR , book tasting idea from @RACzyz too many to name so many greta connections and ideas! #pln365
A4- Having a virtual PLN has allowed me to connect with other like-mind educators who are passionate about what they do.They have has given my the inspiration to try new practices in my class and building. #pln365
A3: As a "control freak", I had a tough time giving up the power of choice in my room. However, I will never turn back. Ss self reflect and get a say in their grade now. Some projects are not mandatory. Ss are choosing to learn more in & out of school. #pln365
A4 love my pln. It helps with leadership, connections, reflection and most of all next steps. Empowering teachers to empower students is a key focus of mine. #pln365
Through morning mtgs, Wrtg Workshop bks, choice of rdg bks, interactive rdg prompts, art, exit slips & lunchtime talks, I really get to know my kids. They inspire me to think out-of-the-box, find engaging resources & elicit speakers, creating more lrng for all! #PLN365
There's always room to have the kids 'make'. When my children were small, they made boats out of Tinker Toys-- read stories about pirates... and we learned about the 7 seas... Need more... Keep it up! #pln365
My PLN has become a little voice in the back of my head that says you got this...who cares that nobody else is doing this...you be you girl...nerds are cool! #pln365
A4: Through Twitter I have found the courage to step out of my comfort zone and try new activities. Not every lesson follows prescribes steps from a book but all of the learning targets are achieved and students have ownership over their learning. #pln365
Wow! This time has flown by! Thanks for hangin out with us tonight! Please keep your ideas percolating-- our kids are counting on you.. Remember, you're their cup o'joe and they need your energy and inspiration b/c the world can be a really tough place for them! #pln365
Hi! Martina Carroll, AP at Ruckersville Elem. Innovative leadership means giving your staff the opportunities to explore different teaching techniques through technology, creation, & creativity. Helping them through the process to make it the best experience for the kids. #pln365
A4: there is a tremendous amount of sharing here. The silos are completely broken down and we are all connected. Inspiration and encouragement are always here. I must end this with a THANK YOU to all of you in my PLN. #pln365
YOU have so much to teach us, so much passion and joy to share. It's contagious. I can't WAIT for my copy of your reflections, wisdom and insight!! #JoyfulLeaders#pln365
Hey #CultureEd! Louie from Lancaster, PA. Excited to learn with an from you! Lots of snow on the ground already... Hopefully a snow day tomorrow. We have doged the bullet for most of the other nor'easters! #pln365
Wow! Fastest chat ever! I am used to hour long chats. Thank you @chrisduane819 and all my friends on the #pln365 chat! So much learning in such a short time. ๐
More student built telepresence bots made it off the production line today. They have made lots of improvements to the structures and mechanics of them. #makered#edtech
A3 Thru responsively interacting, I gauge Ss ideas on the spot & immediately plan our "next steps" in tchg/lrng. We've gathered piles of resources, indepth nonfic, cls log & risk-taking attitudes. When young scientists wonder out loud, we try to jump right in to their ?s. #PLN365
YES! what is the number one and two behavioral things we consistently correct in classrooms: talking and moving...mind as well make it part of the lesson! #pln365
A4) Twitter chats have been phenomenal and I have gained a wealth of knowledge. I am know starting a book study on Voxer, so I am working w/ educators across the globe.#pln365
A4: I am abundantly inspired by this virtual community! Thru thoughtful readings, amazing engagements, rampant enthusiasm & a complete willingness to help each other along, I happily joined this unbelievable new learning! My 1st grdrs are thrilled by the adventure, too! #PLN365
Oh. Yes. Just so that there is truth in advertising here. It looks like tomorrow is the first day of my spring break (lots of snow falling here tonight). This means I can light Voxer up light like a Christmas tree tomorrow (and it will feel like it in more ways than one). #pln365
In reply to
@aschoenborn, @TeachWriteEDU, @laffinteach, @LitCoachLady, @franmcveigh, @Teachr4, @jenniferward
#pln365 A2- we have embarked on a journey starting at the beginning of the school year following our passions around the globe. We have applied it to our cafeteria makeover by building life size Rubikโs cubes crossing history with their passions gone global @dfcusa#lovemhe
