Hi friends! I'm Joanna from Nashville, TN. Crazy weather here today - it might snow! I teach #edtech courses @austinpeay (my alma mater!) to #TeacherEducation students. Love my job. #nt2t
Good morning! Hannah here, from northern VA, former 1st grade teacher and GCC alum. Excited for spring even though there is SNOW in the forecast today. #nt2t
Hello! My name is Jordan McConnell and I am freshman English Secondary Education Major at Grove City College. Excited to be joining #NT2t this morning!
A1 When I taught 4th grade, we would begin each day with a @GoNoodle video. I let a different student choose which video each day. Usually it was yoga, stretching, or dance. Positive way to start our day and get us energized to learn. #nt2t
A1 I found some great ideas like this one using different white board prompts, just getting kids sharing about something that's interesting/important to them #nt2t#gccedu
Good morning #nt2t My name is LaWanda Wilkerson and I am a first year interrelated teacher at Liberty County High School in Georgia. I co-teach Biology, Chemistry, and Physical Science. #EDU3161
A1: In first grade, we would start the day with movement to get ready to settle..."Hop five times, clap your hands four times, shake your head three times, touch your toes, give your neighbor a high five, turn around and sit down!" #nt2t
A1: I think it would be a good idea to have a ice breaker question when they all come in the answer. Maybe something like “what are you most lookin forward to about summer?” or “what are you most looking forward to about warmer weather?” #nt2t#gccedu
A1: Have all the students go around and share how they are feeling/doing that morning to get everyone on the same page of how they are entering the class. It also gives students a chance to get to know each other a little better #nt2t
A1: When I taught an at-risk group we started our day with taking about our evening. Many times what happened the night before took precedence over what I had planned. #NT2t
A1: Starting the day with a positive attitude is a good idea for all of us! Having a motivational quote on the board as students walk in or asking them to write down 1 goal for the class each day will help create a classroom that is ready for learning. #NT2t
I LOVE this. This can be so powerful to students. We don't need to leave home outside of the classroom. They should feel safe to talk about whatever they need to in the classroom! #NT2t
A1 @ASBIndia we start each morning with a morning meeting - greeting, activity, message and sharing - it sets the tone for the day while teaching respect and social skills. #Nt2t@responsiveclass
Agree Kaylee! Take those first moments of the day to build trust and rapport among your class. You will never regret spending time doing this! Payoff is HUGE! #NT2t
A1: We would start the day by standing up to greet our teachers. It's like warming up—gets students moving, and overtime becomes a signal for the mind and body to get ready for day of learning. #NT2T
Absolutely! I taught a lesson to preschoolers recently. I wish I had the chance to get them a whole phys ed. routine, but "getting the wiggles out" was enough to calm them down. It was great for them! #NT2t
#nt2t Good morning! My name is LaWanda Wilkerson. I am a first year interrelated teacher at Liberty County High School in Georgia. I co-teach Science. #EDU3161
A1: Have all the students go around and share how they are feeling/doing that morning to get everyone on the same page of how they are entering the class. It also gives students a chance to get to know each other a little better #nt2t
I love this idea! We discussed students dealing with different types of trauma in one of my classes and having a classmate support group is such a big influence on those students #nt2t
This reminds me of an article I was reading about Restorative Justice. When kids are hurting, they may act out. If all Ts do is punish, they never get to the heart of the matter. Love the idea of a morning meeting or "Zone Time" I think they call it. #nt2t
Absolutely! Thanks for joining us this morning Ashrita! I love watching morning meetings - the kids love it! I've seen a lot taught in them, too. Manners, social skills, etc. A great opportunity! #NT2t
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@paisashrita, @ASBIndia, @responsiveclass
A2: Moving seats within the classroom & interactive modeling the expectations you have within your room (how to line up, how to switch centers...etc.) are two ideas that can help keep control over the classroom. #nt2t
Great idea. It will also encourage students to become self-learning active participants in current affairs—so they form opinions and ideas to share with the class. #NT2T
A2: When things get a little crazy, it can be helpful to narrow the focus of your classroom to a small, accomplishable, frequently done task to get the classroom back in control. #NT2t
A2 I would revisit the rules and procedures of the classroom, decide if any need updating or deleting, dialogue with my students about the changes needed to make the school day more productive. #nt2t#gccedu
I LOVE LOVE LOVE this! I never really knew who the other teachers in my building were as a young student. The teachers of older grades seemed so scary! What a great way to get to know them! #NT2t
I try to let new educators know, if kids are still willing to put the effort in acting out, it's a good sign - they still have fight left in them. When they stop-you need to start worrying b/c they have given up. #NT2t
#nt2t A2 Students like control and routine. Sticking to a daily schedule, and an organized day of events will help students know what to do and when to do it.
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The right answer is to take a deep breath and roll with it, adapting to student needs.
The honest answer is turn on GoNoodle and rethink your strategy at your desk, or at the end of the day. Maybe cry about it a little.
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A2: in the moment of being overwhelmed, it’s important to take a second to breathe and compose yourself. After that, I think I would have a conversation with my students about classroom expectations, their opinions, and maybe making some new ones. #nt2t#gccedu
A2: I think one thing that should be looked at is the set up of a classroom. I've been really into flexible seating and maybe the classroom isn't cultivating learning as you thought #NT2t
All of us have wiggles to get out - kids and adults. Being able to move and get them out is needed so you can settle in for a bit. If you hold them in you will remain restless and unfocused. #NT2t
A3: A tech tool that brings sunshine into my kindergarten classroom is @Seesaw. It extends, enhances and engages students productively with learning goals & it is so fun to use! #nt2t
I don't know how it is in other countries, but in Indian schools, teachers all have a separate room—the staff room. That's where they all hang out in between classes and during lunchtime. Great time to share knowledge and experiences. #NT2T
A2: A video related to the lesson is a good way to change to direction and attitude of the classroom. It also buys you time to "catch your breath". #nt2t
And it can't stay at home. Home is life just like school is life. Both worlds affect each other and need to be acknowledged and become shared. Both make up who we are; teachers and students. #NT2t
Communication is so important in the classroom. If something isn't going well, our students should be able to recognize that, and they should have the power to do something about it! #NT2t
Do you think it helps to talk to fellow teachers? I think talking to someone who might be facing the same problems will help find better solutions. #NT2T
A2: although I am a pre-service teacher so I am not fully sure yet, I think that when I am overwhelmed I will seek out a mentor teacher to ask for advice! #gccedu#Nt2T
A2 Well, I never felt overwhelmed... HA! Jk. When I was overwhelmed in my 4th grade classroom, I couldn't hide it. I was honest with my kids about what was going on, but kept it brief. Then we moved sallied forth on to the next activity. #nt2t
A2 We gather on the carpet and take 5 deep breaths as a class. We chant a familiar rhyme and share our feelings with an elbow partner. This usually helps the Ss calm down and we make a quiet choice - read to self, drawing, or a familiar center in the class #NT2T
A2: I don't think it is about getting "control" as much as identifying exactly what is happening and why, debriefing, and coming up with a joint solution. Control means it's all about you. In a classroom, it's all about US. #NT2t
Hannah - spilling the truth out here! Honestly, this is what's going to realistically happen (and that's okay)! Sometimes we need to take a step back and just think over everything that's happening in the classroom for it to get better. #NT2t
Yes! Asking for help from not just my mentor teacher, but the successful teachers in the rooms around me was a HUGE help in my 1st year of teaching, and gave me all of my ideas for classroom management. #nt2t
A4: I student teach at a STEAM school & when it is time to work with iPads most of the students are very excited. I have a few students who would rather do other things but they know that tech is providing them lots of good practice relating to what we are learning. #nt2t
I think this is a great technique. I was in a K Ts classroom this week and saw her do some deep breathing with Ss. Modeling breathing or talking it out is a great response to stress. #nt2t
So, so true. I connected better with the teachers in the rooms around me than my mentor, plus they were more accessible throughout the day. It really was a life saver to walk in their room and ask "So what do you do for..." #nt2t
Just because we are "adults" doesn't mean we don't have expendable energy as well. Heck, I'm 54 and still need to move, especially when I need to process. #NT2t
A2: During a overwhelming moment it is important to realize it's ok that things aren't all in your control, but to go along with your students. Be open to flexibility and change! #nt2t
And hopefully the norms of the classroom (behaviors and procedures) were created by the group. These do need to be revisited all year as the kids grow/change and the culture grows/changes. #NT2t
#nt2t Q2: When feeling overwhelmed, I find myself taking a couple of deep breaths and stepping back. During this time, students may be working on an activity or are on a short break. When those emotions come flooding in, I try to handle them quickly. #EDU3161
A3 A tech tool I'm really excited about using is Google Classroom. I love all of Google's tools (docs, slides, forms, etc.) and I'm looking forward to using another one of their tools to keep my class organized, engaged, and on top of thigns. #nt2t#gccedu
A2: When a class becomes too heavy in terms of the subject, one of my teachers would just step out of the classroom. Not in a "walking out" way, but that break gives us students (and the teacher) some time to digest whatever activity that's been going on. #NT2T
Yes, we have a few breathing techniques - the five finger breathing exercise or chest and belly breathing. The Ss love it and see the effects instantaneously. #Nt2t
A3: I am loving Canva! It is such an easy way to make posters, flyers, cards, etc. I recently used it to make posters that each had a QR code on them for a fun classroom activity. #nt2t
A2: Looking at all the awesome responses, I realize why my classroom management failed at first...because it wasn't intentional, and it wasn't how I started the year. Going into your whole year with a plan in place (breathing, movement) makes it routine, and they can do it. #nt2t
That sounds similar to American schools! Aside from their individual classrooms, there are shared staff rooms all around the school for teachers to use! What a great space for sharing ideas! #NT2t
A3: I am looking forward to using the tech tool KaHoot in my classroom! It’s a typical one, but it’s a reliable way to bring everyone’s attention to the same thing. And it can be very fun!! I still love taking KaHoot quizzes! #NT2t
Q3: The Coffee maker is a great tool to bring a ray of sunshine to my classroom. Also my Ipads have really changed how I teach and the information my kids are able to find #nt2t
A3: One tech tool I am excited to use in my future classroom is Canva. I love how it can be individualized for the classroom. Also it can really change the pace of the environment #NT2t
A3: No tech here - we focused on "hugs" (a smile, a handshake, high 5, or hug) and that everyone needs them throughout the day. We kept count to make sure everyone had 7 a day. Many kids got zero at home. #NT2t
About 7 years ago, I learned about @edmodo and it rocked my world! Total game changer! Since then I've used other platforms and tools. Having a central location for everything makes a difference! #nt2t
When students get "rowdy" I take note & we have a brain break. This could be GoNoodle, taking a 15 minute recess, or doing yoga in the classroom! #nt2t
A3: @smartereveryday with @DestinSandlin was the HIGHLIGHT of my 1st grader's day! Maybe not a tech tool (does YouTube count?), but always a ray of sunshine for my kids. Across language and ability barriers too! #NT2t
A3 @gotynker made it possible for my kindergarteners to code. The Ss were so excited to come to school and on popular demand TynkerTuesdays was born. The Ss I least expected were shining and felt more successful than ever. #NT2T
A5: When students get "rowdy" I take note & we have a brain break. This could be GoNoodle, taking a 15 minute recess, or doing yoga in the classroom! #nt2t
I really wanted to use SeeSaw with my students, but didn't have a way to implement it at the beginning of the year for them to share their work (1st grade). While still working on classroom management in my 1st year of teaching, it was hard to add another thing. :( #nt2t
A3: a tech tool that I might implement in my classroom in the future is canva! I want to use it to make motivational posters, classroom procedure signs, educational signs, etc. to hang around my room! #nt2t#gccedu
That could be really powerful! Time to just think and digest information is really important when it comes to learning something new. Sometimes a bit of help from the teacher and a lot of self-exploration is better than full instruction, too! #NT2t
I suggest everyone listen carefully to the culture of your classroom. Are you saying "my classroom" or "in my class" or do you say "our classroom," "in our room," etc. This is a little thing that will clue u into your perception of how u view your day-to-day interactions. #NT2t
Stories like this make my heart skip a beat. This is amazing! @Flipgrid is a great way to make all students feel welcome, important, and knowledgeable! #NT2t
This is super important. "Our class" and "us" signal to the students that a teacher is approachable. As a student, I want such a teacher. And as a teacher, you'd want to elicit that emotion. #NT2T
A6: Transitions can be tricky in kindergarten...we continue to practice them throughout the year & Ss have very clear expectations. Also, our students get a bathroom, water & silent yoga break between lessons to help maintain focus. #nt2t
#nt2t A3: One tool that I use is Google Classroom. I post videos and learning activities that students enjoy. I am in my Master's program and have learned to use Canva. I plan to use it in the future. #EDU3161
I suggest everyone listen carefully to the culture of your classroom. Are you saying "my classroom" or "in my class" or do you say "our classroom," "in our room," etc. This is a little thing that will clue u into your perception of how u view your day-to-day interactions. #NT2t
Microsoft Teams is fantastic - I've grown to like it, too! It's a nice "one-stop-shop" for everything your classroom could need. I don't know what I'd do without the Assignments tab - it's a lifesaver! #NT2t
One great idea - show kids pictures of classrooms around the world: https://t.co/aZdn2kxQrE and https://t.co/orVIHvVqbR Start conversations that lead to AMAZING discoveries and learning, all while building empathy and awareness. #NT2t
A3: I am loving qr codes! They are great to get students using their devices in class to check answers, go on virtual tours and to see learning in a different perspective #nt2t
A combination of both. I only added 2 iPads to my room halfway through the year, and I wasn't sure how to work on teaching them to use it as part of our routine. CM was a struggle for me throughout the year. #nt2t
A4: That’s a tough one. I think I would take the time to show them how to use simpler tools and always make sure that they are understanding how we are using the tools. They may not like it because they are confused! #NT2t
I didn't even think about a coffee maker! @SFecich does a "Bring Your Own Mug" day once per week in #edtech and it really livens up our Monday mornings! #NT2t
A4: Have them serve as a temporary LEADER. They are an extension of you making sure everyone is on task & answering minor questions. A transformation happens & they tend to do a complete reversal simply because they were a leader. #nt2t
A4: I would help my students who do not like using tech by finding ways to make it meaningful to them. For example, if they already have an iPhone they use everyday, I would incorporate an educational app or have them use augmented reality. #nt2t#gccedu
A4: Coming from a student who is not very technologically savvy, sometimes the best way to reach students who do not like tech is to be patient with them. Show them it is okay not to be familiar with some things and that they can learn and grow. #Nt2T
A4 In my classes @austinpeay I have 3-4 Ss out of about 80 total who hate #edtech. The imp thing is they try a tool out and THEN form an opinion. If they hate it after trying, I respect that. They still walk away from the class with a handful of #edtech tools they can use. #nt2t
A4 that's an interesting question. Honestly, I've never had a student who didn't like using tech and I'm curious to see some strategies other great educators here have! #NT2T
A4: Never force tech on anyone - it's a tooll and that is it! Students need to demonstrate their understanding and ability to apply/analyze etc. Help them understand the best way for them to do this. #NT2t
A4: I think starting small with the tech to get them acquainted would be great. One school I visited used a projector but then the student wrote answers instead of having their own device. This is a small way to introduce tech but not be overwhelmed #NT2t
A4: If tech isn't a student's thing, we can find out what they do enjoy and work to implement that into the classroom, through technology when possible, so that they can see that tech is great! #nt2t
@shyj Julie, I agree with you. Too many times educators including me have used the term "my classroom" instead of the inclusive "our classroom" where #stuvoice is honored. #nt2t
It's also a mindset shift for building more leaders in your school. Do we say "my kids" or "our kids" in our conversations? We need to expand our thinking and develop more school leaders! It makes a difference to school culture! #nt2t
I suggest everyone listen carefully to the culture of your classroom. Are you saying "my classroom" or "in my class" or do you say "our classroom," "in our room," etc. This is a little thing that will clue u into your perception of how u view your day-to-day interactions. #NT2t
A4: Sometimes it's a matter of finding the right technology. With the little ones, I don't often come across any that don't like tech, but some prefer using it for 'fun' things rather than academics...so I need to find the crossroads of those two things! #nt2t
When I was in the classroom tech was just starting - but I spent the last 15 years helping educators incorporate tech into teaching and learning experiences. #NT2t
A4 I think it's most likely to be do to confusion so I would make sure they knew exactly how to use the tool. Would also make sure that all the tools I use are easy, fun, & beautifully designed. A nice design makes a huge difference in your experience of that tool. #nt2t#gccedu
A4: I give children the choice of more traditional methods or using tech. It's interesting to see who uses which approach. As others have rightly said, tech is a tool to further learning #nt2t
Children write so creatively and I ask them to take it in turns to write a sentence each at a time. The story can then go in a number of directions. #nt2t
A3 @Wonderopolis' Wonder of the Day always brings a sigh of surprise to students who are intrigued by non-fiction wonders. Introduce this to stimulate inquiry-based studies. #nt2t
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@hturk139, @smartereveryday, @DestinSandlin, @Wonderopolis
What I like is listening to yourself provides an opportunity to reflect on what you are really saying to kids. If you don't listen to these little things you can't really understand the message you are conveying every day. #NT2t
I love Canva so much! It'd be a cool activity in the beginning of the year for students to make "About Me" posters or "Class Expectations" posters to hang around the room! A cool exercise at the end of the year could be "A Piece of Advice" to stay for the next year! #NT2t
But, lesson learned! Moving forward I can take my iPads with me wherever I go and start at the beginning of the year with implementing routine to upload their work. Sometimes a challenge with the little ones, but I can go in with a game plan! #nt2t
This is a great idea! @DerekLong929 was just telling us the other day in class that if you give a student a leadership role they will step up to the plate and find a importance in it #nt2t
I love this idea! Something like this could really transform their attitude. Maybe they'd be more open to technology if they knew they were a valued piece of the classroom! #NT2t
A5: I know a lot of people have already mentioned this, including myself, but @GoNoodle has great options for calming as well.The students are able to get the wiggles out but still be having fun. I know our preschoolers love the melting video #NT2t
A5 I try proximity. Go to the loud ones and see what's going on. If they're learning, I don't mind them being loud. (This wasn't always the case bc I personally like quiet, but I can live w it.) The class next door prob doesn't appreciate it tho! Opps! #nt2t
A5 I like the ideas everyone has about taking a minute to do some physical activity to calm down. That way you're acknowledging that it's ok to be restless, you're not making them feel guilty for it, it keeps you on the same side with Ss. #nt2t#gccedu
A5: As a pre-service teacher I do not have much experience with classroom management, but from what I have observed in other teacher's classrooms, subtle hints to the student work much more effectively than direct yelling. For example, standing by a student who is talking. #nt2t
A4: I print out the ppt slides (guided notes) for these students. Students can then follow the lesson using a paper print out. Tests are printed for those who have difficulty completing them on the iPad. #EDU3161#nt2t
Absolutely, Grant! Patience is key, and communication, too! I want to have tutorials available for everything I introduce. Some students may be embarrassed to ask questions if everyone else is on board. They can catch up without the embarrassment! #NT2t
A4: Coming from a student who is not very technologically savvy, sometimes the best way to reach students who do not like tech is to be patient with them. Show them it is okay not to be familiar with some things and that they can learn and grow. #Nt2T
A5 the 3 magic Rs - Reinforcing, reminding and redirecting. We also use the stop, think, do strategy which puts the Ss in charge of managing themselves. #NT2T
Highly effective teachers know when AND how to "resist" the pull of the curriculum to "let learning & relationships "unfold"! 🍎
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Popping in very late. Chris from Bloomington, IN. Teach world history for private online HS.
A5) In traditional classrooms, when Ss got loud, I'd get quiet. #nt2t
A5: Rowdy is awesome!!! It means energy, blood flow, and an opportunity for learning! Use that energy - have kids take a "walk and talk" where you give them a topic/question/problem, and kids group up and go for a walk to discuss. Report out afterwards. #NT2t
A5: Energy is a good thing - it's something that we want in the classroom! When students get rowdy, it usually means that their energy is headed in a different direction. If teachers work to point this energy in the direction of the classroom, good things will happen! #nt2t
A5: maybe use a tech tool, like KaHoot, to bring them all together! You could use a video or a quick activity that gets them up out of their seats. #NT2t
A5 Classroom management is a must but let's think about the positives of having Student-centered classrooms where students are engaged because their voices are honored. Provide choice for students and have them remember that the classroom is for All. respect matters! #NT2t
Thank you. They do know who is contributing as the cursor will blink with their name next to it. This can also be done across the web, of course, at home #nt2t
Tech is like anything else, create a need for it and interest will come. This happened for cars, microwaves, cell phones, heck, even rice cookers! #NT2t
A5: Again, as a Pre-service teacher I am still learning! I think I would try to maintain control by using the energy of my students in a productive way. I would try to transfer their rowdiness to excitement about learning. #gccedu#Nt2T
A5: I get quiet and I wait...sometimes this works and sometimes it doesn't. When it does not, I will ask the student(s) to hold their conversations until later or they can take it outside. I do not know if this is the best practice, but it works! #EDU3161#NT2t
A5: In addition to whatever everyone else said (proximity), some well placed humor will let the students know that you are with them but also need a balance within the classroom. #nt2t
When kids have energy to burn, we would take whatever we were doing and make a question/problem out of it. Kids would group up and we would go for a walk-usually outside but sometimes it would have to be in the room- and they would talk about our topic. Report out after #NT2t
This is fantastic! Self-management is so, so, so important! I forget which grade level you teach, but this can be a game changer for younger kiddos. Learning tools for independence is a great life skill, too! #NT2t
A5: As a pre-service teacher I haven't had much experience, but I would have the students redirect their energy into a fun learning activity, game, or group discussion where they can bring all their energy together into one which will benefit the group's learning #nt2t
Let's also be mindful of the importance of School Management, great admins don't have "rules for teachers", they have the Right "Respectful" Relationships 👉 3R's! It impacts classroom management and learning behaviors ✔
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A5 (another one): If you feel you are really losing them, jump into some "whole brain" teaching. If done right, it can work at any age. #nt2thttps://t.co/2UEwvReaOq
A5: Energy is a good thing - it's something that we want in the classroom! When students get rowdy, it usually means that their energy is headed in a different direction. If teachers work to point this energy in the direction of the classroom, good things will happen! #nt2t
A5: The hardest part is thinking on your feet, especially as a new teacher. When it's getting rowdy, figuring out how to direct that energy is really difficult without prior experience. #nt2t
A5: If I'm in the front of the room teaching and a few kids are loud, I actually talk quieter. The ones listening tend to take control of the ones talking. I tell my students often, "it's your education, take responsibility for it". They do. #nt2t
I co-teach, transitions are already built in. The content teacher and I plan our day/week by discussing what we are going to cover. If I am pulling a group out, they will most likely come see me first. Students are always prepared for what will take place next. #NT2t#EDU3161
Be yourself would be my advice! Children can often tell when you are not being yourself and relaxed. Bring humour, energy, fun and respect and all will be well. I've done that for 22 years and loved it! #nt2t
A6: As a pre-service teacher transitions are something I have the least experience with. I know both the preschool here and at my high school used bells that a student would ring to transition. I'd love to hear what you all do #NT2t
Absolutely! Student choice and student contributions can really help direct the classroom. Teachers are vastly outnumbered in the classroom - we should put some decision-making in the hands of the students! #NT2t
I have had numerous students who have had a hard time with self-control. We met 1on1 and worked out a silent "signal" (touching my ear, crossing my fingers, etc) that I could use to let them know they needed to self-check. Works brilliantly! #NT2t
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Agree. It's one thing to create lessons and learning activities. It's quite another to implement them in actual classroom situations that vary from day to day or hour to hour. #nt2t
A5: The hardest part is thinking on your feet, especially as a new teacher. When it's getting rowdy, figuring out how to direct that energy is really difficult without prior experience. #nt2t
A6: Transitioning is KEY for educators! Make sure you give kids heads-up as to what is coming next - 5 min warning, 3 min-1 min and please KEEP the times accurate! 3 min is NOT 10! Accuracy and follow through are key. #NT2t
A6: A great question for all teachers, and something that I see a lot of when observing. Students will take any opportunity in a break of learning to talk, pass notes, play on their phones. The best way to transition is to do so quickly and efficiently, with no "dead air". #nt2t
A6 In my 4th grade class, we had routines for transitions. Self-contained. Start the day by loading your desk with necessary supplies. Turn papers in by number so already ABC order. Line up in number order so I see who's missing. Sometimes set a timer to keep them moving. #nt2t
A6: I want to transition in ways that would set up my students for success. I plan on giving my students warnings that transitions are coming up so they know changes will be happening. If it requires moving around, I will release small groups of students at a time. #gccedu#nt2t
A6 Before transitioning to a new activity, it's important to bring closure. Having a wrap up where Ss share their thoughts and reflections, followed by a sip of water (hydration is important) and then a song that acts as a provocation for the next lesson. #NT2T
Thanks #NT2t. Signing off, Carol ELA Consultant from Long Island. Don't forget to set your clock for Monday evening 8pmEST when #NYEDChat and #WonderChat join for an amazing convo, #Poetry Is for Everyone with guest poets. See ad attached.
As an adult, if I have something to say I want to say it. Kids are the same. Try supplying scrap paper so kids can jot down what they wanted to say. Put it aside until time for discussion is available, then bring the paper back out. #NT2t
A1: I ask the students to share good news! This is very effective as it gives the students the opportunity to talk and share something positive or something not so positive. When the not so positive happens, we pull together as a unit and encourage that student. #nt2t#EDU3161
Challenge: This week, celebrate your students' growth! Tweet out an example of student-decided management, large or small. Include #NT2t in your Tweet!
Absolutely. Great ideas. Warnings like "I'm going to set a timer to go off when you have 5 minutes left on the computer," for Ss who don't do well transitioning is important. Avoid meltdowns! Lol #nt2t
Perhaps this is another area where tech could be helpful? The teacher could provide a backchannel (Today's Meet, for example) or a Padlet wall where Ss can post thoughts or questions that can be reviewed before activity ends. This could be done w/ sticky notes and a wall. #nt2t
As an adult, if I have something to say I want to say it. Kids are the same. Try supplying scrap paper so kids can jot down what they wanted to say. Put it aside until time for discussion is available, then bring the paper back out. #NT2t
Thank you as well to @hturk139 for recruiting some of us at GCC to guest moderate. I had so much fun, and really value this as a fantastic learning experience. #NT2t
