#gfedchat Archive
Monday April 24, 2017
9:30 PM EDT
joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Welcome to
#gfedchat
Introduce yourself & tell us 1 innovative (new & better) thing you have done in your classroom/school this year.
participatechat
Apr 24 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Participate in the upcoming
#gfedchat
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/94Hm07PpXW
buchhop25
Apr 24 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Melissa Buchhop, 4th grade Century, had my Ss set up Google sites for digital portfolios
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joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Joel Schleicher, Director of Technology, Bringing
@gcouros
to
@GFSchools
gave permission to all to strive for newer & much better
#gfedchat
BergerElizabeth
Apr 24 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Elizabeth Berger, 2nd grade, Twining, Seesaw Blog
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LorenHoheisel
Apr 24 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Loren SpEd from Discovery - I've encouraged more student led IEPs.
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KaileyRestad
Apr 24 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Kailey Restad> Dash&Dot, GoogleClassroom>WholeBrainLearning
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MrsFreund1
Apr 24 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Ann Freund , Kelly ,2
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BuchhopTeach
Apr 24 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Kara Buchhop - West Elementary 4th Grade - Student Led PT Conferences, Dash & Dot, GRA twitter chats
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n8olson31
Apr 24 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Nathan Olson,
@vmsroyals
8th Grade Math-I have stopped using graphing calculators & have replaced them w/
@Desmos
on chromebooks
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kmuus12
Apr 24 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Kurt Muus Viking Elementary 5th Grade Incorporated Prodigy into my math curriculum.
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McFarlaneRich
Apr 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Rich McFarlane. RRHS Theatre and Speech. Using much more tech for debates in Speech classes.
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RhondaVarriano
Apr 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Rhonda Varriano, Kelly, Reading, Use Audio Boom to record reading, and practice fluency
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KariMelland
Apr 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Kari Melland, Curriculum Tech Partner Coding & sequential thinking & creation w/ Dash & Dot robots
@WonderWorkshop
K-5 classrooms
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AmyRogers27
Apr 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Curriculum Tech Partner, Valley Student choice
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KJWirt
Apr 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Kari Hearn special ed student lead digital IEP meetings
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MrsChandlerSMS
Apr 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Katie Chandler, Schroeder MS, helped organize a student-led school-wide hour of code day
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joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 9:34 PM EDT
The questions for tonight's
#gfedchat
are coming from our students. I am looking forward to the discussion. Q1 is coming in 1 minute.
smilingin3rd
Apr 24 @ 9:34 PM EDT
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Amber Mooney 3rd grade Discovery did more setting the stage for writing.
MThompsonHS
Apr 24 @ 9:34 PM EDT
Michelle Thompson Head Start started using google photos
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Grade2Connect
Apr 24 @ 9:34 PM EDT
LuAnn Schmidt, 2nd grade at Kelly. Flexible seating,
@Seesaw
, and Prodigy for math.
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judyinmiddle
Apr 24 @ 9:34 PM EDT
Judy Anderson. AP at Schroeder - staff handbook is all on Google
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rcorbin040
Apr 24 @ 9:34 PM EDT
Rachelle Corbin, Discovery 3rd grade. Seesaw, flexible seating, and GRA
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MrsH_511
Apr 24 @ 9:34 PM EDT
Leah Henderson, 8th Grade Special Education, South, Helping students use Screencastify to present to their peers
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discoverycouns
Apr 24 @ 9:34 PM EDT
Katrina Brekke counselor trying to encourage peer mentoring situations w struggling students and utilizing our space at Discovery
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n8olson31
Apr 24 @ 9:34 PM EDT
On a soft science side of teaching, I have spent a lot time working w/ my students alongside our counseling staff.
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susankorynta1
Apr 24 @ 9:34 PM EDT
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Susan Korynta ELL Specialist
KariMelland
Apr 24 @ 9:35 PM EDT
Q1: (Elem Q) What inspired you to be a teacher?
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smilingin3rd
Apr 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A1 Other teachers, a love for kids, and growing relationships w kids
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AmyRogers27
Apr 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A1: I love learning new things and sharing them.
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BuchhopTeach
Apr 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A1: Loving to Read. I wanted to share that love with Ss help them discover wonders of getting lost in a book. Led to so much more!
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_dosch
Apr 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Jenny Bladow, Valley MS. I am using the online Breakout boxes.
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judyinmiddle
Apr 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A1. I loved science and wanted to share that passion - not sit in a lab😬
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McFarlaneRich
Apr 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A1. My own teachers that made an impact on me. Good teachers inspire others to be teachers. It's a cycle, baby!
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n8olson31
Apr 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A1: The most influential people in my life were teachers & coaches- including my own family-mother, father, stepmother, stepfather
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sindylarson
Apr 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Sindy Larson, GFC, French. Making connections through social media.
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JessieRErickson
Apr 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Jessie Erickson, CTP @ South, checking in from TIE SD
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rcorbin040
Apr 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A1: Connecting with kids and making an impact.
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Grade2Connect
Apr 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A1: I have 2 cousins who inspired me to be a teacher. They are older then me and I loved going in their classrooms to help.
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susankorynta1
Apr 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT
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I enjoyed children and couldn't imagine working behind a desk everyday
leslyethiery
Apr 24 @ 9:37 PM EDT
Leslye, student reflection- giving better feedback- and playing with the idea of standards based portfolios
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MrsFreund1
Apr 24 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A1: working with kids , my mom, who has been teaching for almost 40 years.. seeing the love and passion she has for her job
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buchhop25
Apr 24 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A1: I grew up around teachers and always wanted to teach.
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discoverycouns
Apr 24 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A1: to help encourage & shape future generations, to make change
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joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A1: Mr. Vaughan, my HS history T & FB coach. High expectations of his students, team work, dedication, etc. Wanted to do the same.
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Marinakojic3
Apr 24 @ 9:37 PM EDT
Marina Kojic, Head Start, using Teaching Strategies Gold app to document student progress
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KariMelland
Apr 24 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A1: Tons of great teachers & meaningful learning experiences & projects, love to learn new things, do something bigger than me
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BergerElizabeth
Apr 24 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A1-I have always loved school, learning and helping others.
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RhondaVarriano
Apr 24 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A1: Helping others learn new things~
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MThompsonHS
Apr 24 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A1 love for children and other teachers
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LorenHoheisel
Apr 24 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A1: I had a terrible elementary teacher that made all students feel small and not valued, so I vowed to be better for kids.
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EricSanders3
Apr 24 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A1: Was told "don't be a teacher" and finally ignored it after 2 years of college. Enjoyed kids too much!
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_dosch
Apr 24 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A1: I had a few great teachers that inspired me to follow in their footsteps.
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plewis270
Apr 24 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A1: Constantly learning and helping others is what drives me. I was inspired by teachers around me, both the good and the bad.
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msolberg120
Apr 24 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A1. Megan Solberg, Tech Partner. I have introduced many students to robotics and programming.
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n8olson31
Apr 24 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A1: Some of my favorite teachers molded my own teaching: Allen Janes, Paul Lofthus, Kim McVicar, Roger Palmer, Gloria Sanford
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joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 9:38 PM EDT
Ouch. Thank you for being the change you wish to see!
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In reply to @LorenHoheisel
JenStarcevic
Apr 24 @ 9:39 PM EDT
A1: wanted to be a teacher ever since having Mrs. Kelli Adams in 4th grade!
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MrsH_511
Apr 24 @ 9:39 PM EDT
A1-Watching Ss learn is fun and rewarding. I also enjoy getting to learn new things from the Ss.
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KaileyRestad
Apr 24 @ 9:39 PM EDT
A1: Many in my family were teachers. I love teaching little people. I am also obsessed with school supplies :S
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kmuus12
Apr 24 @ 9:39 PM EDT
A1 Lots of teachers in the family. Enjoyed working with kids early on.
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smilingin3rd
Apr 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT
and THAT YOU are! We are grateful for you!
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LorenHoheisel
Apr 24 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A1: I had a terrible elementary teacher that made all students feel small and not valued, so I vowed to be better for kids.
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n8olson31
Apr 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A1: Always enjoyed the feeling of walking inside of a school- it felt like home. Warm, energizing, compassionate, fulfilling
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JessieRErickson
Apr 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A1: Was a lifeguard and camp counselor, knew I wanted to work with children. Nurse or teacher were my top choices.
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AndeeThompson1
Apr 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT
Andee Thompson-3rd Discovery, Tried to incorporate more STEM projects for Ss
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gduce12
Apr 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT
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A1. Sorry for being late. Former PE teacher inspired me to become a teacher
BetseyMcIntyre
Apr 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT
Betsey from Winship, signing on late
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Marinakojic3
Apr 24 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A1 Inspired by my former teachers , their passion and love to teach
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leslyethiery
Apr 24 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A1 I had a couple of special needs friends who were always pulled-I tried to "catch them up" so they could be with the rest of us
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msolberg120
Apr 24 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A1.Always loved helping kids. Planned a 'Fun Week' for my dad's home daycare at age 12 as part of a 4-H project-1st lesson plans!
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AndeeThompson1
Apr 24 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A1: the love of working with kids and everyday and every year being something new
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MrsChandlerSMS
Apr 24 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A1: Inspired by awesome educators (including one in my family), love working w/kids, always "played" school as a little kid
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BetseyMcIntyre
Apr 24 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A1: My grandma was a 4th grade teacher and full of energy, she was always teaching someone whether in the classroom or at home
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tjentz
Apr 24 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A1: The amazing Frank White convinced me to be a sociologist. I've been one every day since.
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KariMelland
Apr 24 @ 9:43 PM EDT
Q2: (Elem Q) What are the best & hardest things about being a teacher?
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SraGoodman
Apr 24 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A1 Helping students, seeing kids who are excited abut learning,getting to know lots of amazing young people who will be our future.
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mkorslien
Apr 24 @ 9:44 PM EDT
Melissa Korslien, VMS business ed, co-piloted Intro to CS for middle school in ND with
@TOstgarden
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MrsFreund1
Apr 24 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A2: seeing student growing , smiling faces everyday ... . Hardest part , fitting it ALL in
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sgalegher120
Apr 24 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A1: See the eyes light up when they understood the idea..believed they could do it!!
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McFarlaneRich
Apr 24 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A2: best-making a positive impact in Student's life. Hardest- overcoming fatigue and burnout
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BetseyMcIntyre
Apr 24 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A2: Best = Students, hardest = that feeling of never doing everything you want in your classroom
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EricSanders3
Apr 24 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A2: The best is seeing the amazing things Ss can do - seeing them connect with community and become the people they want to be
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AmyRogers27
Apr 24 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A2: Watching them grow and laugh. Can't do much about home life.
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susankorynta1
Apr 24 @ 9:44 PM EDT
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A2: best is seeing the spark. hardest is trying again and again when a concept isn't getting through.
judyinmiddle
Apr 24 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A2: working with kids helping them be better people- both best and worst
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buchhop25
Apr 24 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A2: Best- the excitement in a S when they get it! Hardest- behaviors
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n8olson31
Apr 24 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A2: The best is students who return or the interactions w/ students outside of school- lasting, meaningful connections.
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MrsChandlerSMS
Apr 24 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A2: This.
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BuchhopTeach
Apr 24 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A2: The emotional roller coaster that comes with being so close to students! Feel their success and triumphs, but also their tears
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sgalegher120
Apr 24 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A2: Thinking of new ways to present info to challenge, intrigue, & reach all students yet meet NGSS
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JeremyCebula
Apr 24 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A2: best - ability to change a Ss day with a single conversation Worst - no control when they leave
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discoverycouns
Apr 24 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A2: best - making connections and seeing change (the aha moments & stories of success) hardest - leaving the work at end of night
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AndeeThompson1
Apr 24 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A1: best thing being with Ss and seeing their smile. worst thing--not being able to JUST TEACH and connect with kids
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Grade2Connect
Apr 24 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A2: Some of the best: Relationships with Ss & watching them grow. Hardest: Juggling it all.
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kmuus12
Apr 24 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A2 Juggling all the different hats can be challenging. Watching kids "get something" is a great feeling.
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LorenHoheisel
Apr 24 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A2: Knowing that no matter what 8:20-3:00 isn't enough time. But absolutely love being a part of so many families' lives.
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NPampilo
Apr 24 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A1: Evidence of the 4Cs and 21st century skills learning, but deep learning concept is long way
https://t.co/ZBUmLLquI7
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joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A2: Best-curious, engaged Ss excited to learn & make authentic connections. Light bulb on moments!
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JessieRErickson
Apr 24 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A2: working with students is the best! They always do amazing things. Worst - all the time we spend on taking mandated tests.
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smilingin3rd
Apr 24 @ 9:46 PM EDT
YESSSSS!!!!!!!
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AndeeThompson1
Apr 24 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A1: best thing being with Ss and seeing their smile. worst thing--not being able to JUST TEACH and connect with kids
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leslyethiery
Apr 24 @ 9:46 PM EDT
Best part- hanging out with amazing kids ALL day long! Worst part- saying goodbye in the spring 😪.
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KaileyRestad
Apr 24 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A2: Best=being able to teach/learn every day/ Hardest=having enough time for everything that needs to be done
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MThompsonHS
Apr 24 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A2 best - watching them laugh, learn, grow hardest - difficult behaviors
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JenStarcevic
Apr 24 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A2: watching students grow, have fun, enjoy learning, and building relationships with them are the best!
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tjentz
Apr 24 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A2: Helping students recognize their full potential. When *life* interferes and they see every day as an uphill battle.
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MrsH_511
Apr 24 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A2-Best-Watching Ss get a new skill after trying really hard. Hardest-balancing work & home life. I care a lot about my Ss!
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mkorslien
Apr 24 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A1: I really loved school and never wanted to leave!
#nerdalert
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Marinakojic3
Apr 24 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A2 Seeing the growth and not be able to do more when it comes to their own home problems
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sgalegher120
Apr 24 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A2: Best-S realize even if not going great today tomorrow's a new day & the future is not written in stone from what happens in HS
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sindylarson
Apr 24 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A2: I'm fueled by the 'ah ha' moments.
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MrsFreund1
Apr 24 @ 9:48 PM EDT
Totally agree ! Finding balance with work and family , there's always more do to
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BetseyMcIntyre
Apr 24 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A2: Best = Students, hardest = that feeling of never doing everything you want in your classroom
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_dosch
Apr 24 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A2: Best: making so many connections with Ss every day! Worst: all of the clerical work when i would rather hang out with my Ss.
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BergerElizabeth
Apr 24 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A2-Watching students learn and grow. Feeling of never getting everything done.
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KariMelland
Apr 24 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A2: Best: Curious, engaged learners & building relationships w/ Ss Hardest: Maintaining balance between school & home
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rcorbin040
Apr 24 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A2: Connecting with the students, and seeing them love learning. The hard part is feeling like you can always do more.
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JenStarcevic
Apr 24 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A2: hardest is seeing them hurt and/or not being able to connect with students (the ones who prob need it most!)
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joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A2: Worst-learning about some of the barriers Ss have to deal with - unsupportive family, learning & mental disabilities, poverty
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RhondaVarriano
Apr 24 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A2: Learning new things together with my peers, and my students!:0)
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n8olson31
Apr 24 @ 9:49 PM EDT
A2: The worst for me is anything that doesn't involve people: grading papers, bulletin boards, emails, etc
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EduGladiators
Apr 24 @ 9:50 PM EDT
⁉️Are you really building Ss ldrs? Join us SATURDAY w/
@mathieu_w
#TeacherEdChat
#Kinderchat
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#JoyfulLeaders
NPampilo
Apr 24 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Yes. We have to nurture our Ss to use their full potentials by letting them take control of their own learning.
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In reply to @bmhanson7
KJWirt
Apr 24 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A2 watching ss make so much growth in a years time
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mkorslien
Apr 24 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A2: The best part is being with people of all ages that enjoy learning. The not so good part ... paperwork.
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mgaukler
Apr 24 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Question: Is it possible to have online learning opportunities so we can learn when we want?
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msolberg120
Apr 24 @ 9:51 PM EDT
A2. The little things- notes from students, seeing the growth in students and developing relationships. Hardest: Exhausting days!
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NPampilo
Apr 24 @ 9:52 PM EDT
That is correct. I agree, it's critical that we allow Ss pride of their own learning.
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In reply to @MrsChandlerSMS
joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 9:52 PM EDT
This is Q3
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mgaukler
Apr 24 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Question: Is it possible to have online learning opportunities so we can learn when we want?
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JessieRErickson
Apr 24 @ 9:52 PM EDT
Q3:
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mgaukler
Apr 24 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Question: Is it possible to have online learning opportunities so we can learn when we want?
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SkoolCNSLR_Mc
Apr 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT
Yes many higher education places are moving this way to be able to connect w/ Ss and learning on own time.
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In reply to @mgaukler
susankorynta1
Apr 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT
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A3 This is one! Just have to network with like minded people.
EricSanders3
Apr 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A2: The hardest part is dealing with rule breakers like
@mgaukler
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smilingin3rd
Apr 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A3 Great question!!!
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AmyRogers27
Apr 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A3: Absolutely! Google classroom! or Site..to name a few.
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sindylarson
Apr 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A2: The worst- empty-nest-syndrome at the end of the year. I'm lucky to spend up to 4 years with Ss. It's sad to see them go.
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BuchhopTeach
Apr 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A3: Absolutely! You can turn almost anything into a learning opportunity as well! All you need to start with is a question!
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sgalegher120
Apr 24 @ 9:54 PM EDT
A3: If the online resources align w/ NGSS standards & some guidance it may be possible.Also w/ enough tech in the school.
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RhondaVarriano
Apr 24 @ 9:54 PM EDT
A3: Yes!:0) Our Twitter chats are a perfect example of this!:0)
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kmuus12
Apr 24 @ 9:54 PM EDT
A3 My kids love bringing home their chromebooks and working on stories, genius hour projects, and math games(Prodigy, Sumdog)
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McFarlaneRich
Apr 24 @ 9:54 PM EDT
A3: You knows it, girlfriend. I led a pilot email-based book study this year for PRISM. Read and write reflections when you can.
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joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 9:55 PM EDT
A3: Choice in learning needs to be more prevalent in K-12 ed. with a well balanced online, F2F, collaborative learning environment
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mkorslien
Apr 24 @ 9:55 PM EDT
A3: Not exactly answering the question but I saw an idea for Student Edcamp on
@cultofpedagogy
and thought YASSSS.
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buchhop25
Apr 24 @ 9:55 PM EDT
A3: Yes! GH starts to moves us in that direction and hopefully inspires Ss to take learning into their own hands
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_dosch
Apr 24 @ 9:55 PM EDT
A3: Yes. I would like to try something similar to
#gfedchat
with my students!
BergerElizabeth
Apr 24 @ 9:56 PM EDT
A3-Definitely!
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KaileyRestad
Apr 24 @ 9:56 PM EDT
very cool! :)
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In reply to @McFarlaneRich
n8olson31
Apr 24 @ 9:57 PM EDT
A3: Absolutely- the key is to find encourage original content, inquiry, & guiding the learning to be developmentally appropriate.
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Marinakojic3
Apr 24 @ 9:58 PM EDT
A3 it's great to have opportunities for online learning, however I think we can not ignore the importance of Tt vs Ss contact
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mgaukler
Apr 24 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Question: Do you feel that your college education prepared you for being a teacher? What was missing from your education?
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msolberg120
Apr 24 @ 9:59 PM EDT
A3. Just learned about a few website and extensions today that would be perfect for this!
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joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Q4
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mgaukler
Apr 24 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Question: Do you feel that your college education prepared you for being a teacher? What was missing from your education?
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leslyethiery
Apr 24 @ 9:59 PM EDT
A3 Of course- as long as it is balanced with collaborative and f2f experiences. Choice is important.
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sgalegher120
Apr 24 @ 9:59 PM EDT
A4: College did a great job preparing...MaSU
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JessieRErickson
Apr 24 @ 10:00 PM EDT
Q4:
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mgaukler
Apr 24 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Question: Do you feel that your college education prepared you for being a teacher? What was missing from your education?
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msolberg120
Apr 24 @ 10:00 PM EDT
A4. I wish we would have had more field experience. So much more authentic!
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sindylarson
Apr 24 @ 10:00 PM EDT
A3: Asked by an admin what the future classroom looked like, I said Starbucks. She laughed in my face. Ha! A teacher can dream..
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BuchhopTeach
Apr 24 @ 10:00 PM EDT
A4: NO WAY! There is just so much to teaching that cannot be "taught" in a traditional sense! You have to live it to really do it
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susankorynta1
Apr 24 @ 10:00 PM EDT
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A4: more practical in classroom experience
smilingin3rd
Apr 24 @ 10:00 PM EDT
A4: COMETS in the HOUSE! Shoutout to Mayville State who does a top notch job preparing Ss to be educators
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joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 10:01 PM EDT
A4: College did an OK job. My best "teacher preparation" came in my student teaching with an outstanding cooperating teacher.
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zygwriter
Apr 24 @ 10:01 PM EDT
A4: no college didn't prepare me. More tech needed
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JeremyCebula
Apr 24 @ 10:01 PM EDT
A4: No teaching is only a small part of what we do. Dealing with parents, staff meetings, district initiatives, paperwork, etc..
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buchhop25
Apr 24 @ 10:01 PM EDT
A4: Yes! I felt very prepared when I left Concordia! LOTS of time in real classrooms!!
#gfedchat
BuchhopTeach
Apr 24 @ 10:01 PM EDT
A4 Part 2: Content wise - yes, classroom management wise not so much to clarify!
#gfedchat
JessieRErickson
Apr 24 @ 10:01 PM EDT
A3: it would be great to offer a variety of learning opportunities and environments for all learners.
#gfedchat
MrsFreund1
Apr 24 @ 10:02 PM EDT
A4: not exactly , no schooling can really prepare you for the day to day . All those 3-4 page lesson plans 🤦♀️really ??
#gfedchat
kmuus12
Apr 24 @ 10:02 PM EDT
A4 Another nod for Mayville State! Lots of experience with kids!
#gfedchat
MThompsonHS
Apr 24 @ 10:02 PM EDT
Q4 - you're college ed. can never prepare you for everything -More hands on actual classroom experience would have been beneficial
#gfedchat
SkoolCNSLR_Mc
Apr 24 @ 10:02 PM EDT
A4: colleges can prepare you think about what to do, but can not factor in real life hurdles that Ts face.
#gfedchat
McFarlaneRich
Apr 24 @ 10:02 PM EDT
A4: Nope. I thought I had it all figured out. Then day 1 of S teaching arrived, and that's when I realized THIS is where I learn
#gfedchat
leslyethiery
Apr 24 @ 10:02 PM EDT
A4 Yes-I felt very well prepared from Valley City State University. We spent a lot of time in classrooms.
#gfedchat
discoverycouns
Apr 24 @ 10:02 PM EDT
A4: I'm constantly learning & dealing w new situations I'm not sure anything but experience and constant research could prepare me
#gfedchat
MrsChandlerSMS
Apr 24 @ 10:02 PM EDT
A4: Just like any career - you learn the most on the job!
#gfedchat
AmyRogers27
Apr 24 @ 10:02 PM EDT
A4: Not really. More time in the classroom would have been nice.
#gfedchat
Grade2Connect
Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT
A4: I wish I would have spent more time in a elementary classroom instead of a college classroom.
#gfedchat
_dosch
Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT
A4: I feel that I was not prepared for classroom management.
#gfedchat
MrsH_511
Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT
A4-My college education was okay in preparing for content. I was not prepared for the politics in teaching & supervising paras.
#gfedchat
BergerElizabeth
Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT
A4-I wish we would have been in classrooms more.
#gfedchat
MrsFreund1
Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT
A4: more in the field training would have been helpful,a better connection between Assessment and standards &how it goes together
#gfedchat
joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT
A4: Honestly, I learned the most by surveying my Ss what they liked best & least about my class. Made changes accordingly.
#gfedchat
EricSanders3
Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT
A4: My best prep came from the middle level methods program - much more classroom experience there.
#gfedchat
KaileyRestad
Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT
A4: I felt prepared to teach, but I wasn't well prepared for all the "extra stuff" that goes with it.
#gfedchat
#comets
n8olson31
Apr 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT
A4: Yes- although I do think there needs to be more time spent in the classroom, possibly in a support role-
#gfedchat
AndeeThompson1
Apr 24 @ 10:04 PM EDT
A4: I agree about Mayville State. S T Ive had say their college classes did not prepare them for what really happens in the class
#gfedchat
smilingin3rd
Apr 24 @ 10:00 PM EDT
A4: COMETS in the HOUSE! Shoutout to Mayville State who does a top notch job preparing Ss to be educators
#gfedchat
SraGoodman
Apr 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT
A4 No. Really, not at all. mostly education theories, not enough practical training.
#gfedchat
BetseyMcIntyre
Apr 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT
A4: College was OK, I've learned more in my first years in the classroom from other Ts
#gfedchat
KariMelland
Apr 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT
A4 College- how to think about teaching & learning but real Ss experiences helped me learn how complex learning really is.
#gfedchat
sindylarson
Apr 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT
A4: Non. I'm still learning. There's just so much that changes. Too many variables to factor into the equation.
#gfedchat
rcorbin040
Apr 24 @ 10:06 PM EDT
A4: Student teaching for sure, but wasn't prepared for all the hats we wear: counselor, nurse, parent, friend, maid.
#gfedchat
KariMelland
Apr 24 @ 10:06 PM EDT
A4 I had many classroom experiences at UND & was encouraged to find more Ss opportunities in work & volunteering.
#gfedchat
Marinakojic3
Apr 24 @ 10:06 PM EDT
A4 learned more from colleagues and reflections
#gfedchat
JessieRErickson
Apr 24 @ 10:06 PM EDT
A4: yes, to a point. But, more practical experience with students would have been great!
#gfedchat
The_Laymen
Apr 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Q5: We live in a constantly diversifying society. How do you encourage different students to work together? -Prem Thakker
#gfedchat
zygwriter
Apr 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT
#gfedchat
You can't really be prepared until you're thrust into it.
SkoolCNSLR_Mc
Apr 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT
You can be told how to ride a bike, but one needs to ride in order to learn how to ride one.
#gfedchat
KJWirt
Apr 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT
A4: college did a great job but nothing is better than getting out there and getting hands on experience
#gfedchat
mkorslien
Apr 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT
A4: In college, you literally OWN your education. Push yourself! Not all learning happens with a $300 textbook.
#gfedchat
BergerElizabeth
Apr 24 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A5-I use modeling in second grade.
#gfedchat
MrsFreund1
Apr 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A5: lots of classroom community building , we are all friends , encourage to choose someone they haven't worked with in a while
#gfedchat
buchhop25
Apr 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A5: Building a community in the classroom so that Ss realize we are all in this together
#gfedchat
BuchhopTeach
Apr 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A5: Model, looks like/sounds like, lots of practice/ reflection. Flexible seating , morning meeting, community building all help
#gfedchat
joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 10:10 PM EDT
A5: Great Q
@prem_thakker
Ts need to be cognizant of and ensure Ss are afforded opportunities to work with many different Ss.
#gfedchat
EricSanders3
Apr 24 @ 10:10 PM EDT
A5 An upcoming project on improving school culture and perception gets Ss to look at their actions and has helped Ss work w/ new S
#gfedchat
Grade2Connect
Apr 24 @ 10:10 PM EDT
A5: Building a classroom community and teaching Ss to appreciate how different we all are.
#gfedchat
BetseyMcIntyre
Apr 24 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A5: We develop this over time with lots of practice, skills on problem solving and lessons on how to talk with/to others
#gfedchat
MThompsonHS
Apr 24 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A5 community building, modeling, discuss "what good friends do and say"
#gfedchat
n8olson31
Apr 24 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A5: Diverse students, as w/ diverse people, need to get together to see each other as people- in games, social areas, etc. Build
#gfedchat
judyinmiddle
Apr 24 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A5: we work all year long as a school to understand each other as humans
#gfedchat
mkorslien
Apr 24 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A5:
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msolberg120
Apr 24 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A5. Teaching acceptance and empathy, working through social/emotional problems as they arise.
#gfedchat
MrsH_511
Apr 24 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A5-I'm lucky to have students in sm. groups regularly so they get comfortable. Modeling & a pos. classroom atmosphere are a must.
#gfedchat
McFarlaneRich
Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT
A5: constant "mini-projects" with the class. Always switching people up and mixing. Activities to build a "safe" environment
#gfedchat
MrsChandlerSMS
Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT
A5: Creating a supportive/comfortable learning environment, voice/choice, collaboration opportunities
#gfedchat
BetseyMcIntyre
Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT
A5: I love this kid presidnet video about disagreeing
https://t.co/odbmya5iBl
#gfedchat
KariMelland
Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT
A5 Build a community where diversity of culture, talents, thinking, learning is valued & sage & that we're better together
#gfedchat
MsHTrailblazers
Apr 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT
Cierra Hangsleben- 4th grade Discovery. Just got done w/ 🏀 practice. Utilizing Google classroom with one-to-one devices!
#gfedchat
AmyRogers27
Apr 24 @ 10:13 PM EDT
A5: Small group discussions and group projects throughout the year.
#gfedchat
joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 10:13 PM EDT
BTW - Be sure to check out
@The_Laymen
(
@prem_thakker
&
@basselrew
) Outstanding, thought-provoking podcasts.
#gfedchat
MsHTrailblazers
Apr 24 @ 10:14 PM EDT
A1: I grew up loving school so that was part of it, inspiring teachers & making a difference in kids' lives through relationships!
#gfedchat
The_Laymen
Apr 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT
Q6: Classes often feel too fast/slow for individual students. How can teachers balance group/indiv. needs? -Bassel El-Rewini
#gfedchat
SraGoodman
Apr 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A5 Set ground rules about how students are expected to treat each other. Model respect for differences, reward acts of kindness.
#gfedchat
BuchhopTeach
Apr 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A6: Small groups work great for me - or a workshop approach where all are working at their own level / pace but on the same skill
#gfedchat
susankorynta1
Apr 24 @ 10:16 PM EDT
#gfedchat
A6 Just by knowing your students and differentiate to them
judyinmiddle
Apr 24 @ 10:16 PM EDT
A6: get to know your students very well - data, personal connections will allow for differentiation
#gfedchat
zygwriter
Apr 24 @ 10:16 PM EDT
A6: It's what I do daily at Community and one of the benefits of the school. Makes learning engaging and appropriate for each S.
#gfedchat
buchhop25
Apr 24 @ 10:16 PM EDT
A6: Math rotations have helped my 4th graders, literature circles, GH, choice and a voice in the classroom
#gfedchat
EricSanders3
Apr 24 @ 10:16 PM EDT
A6: This can go back to
@mgaukler
and her question. I wish I knew what number that one was...
#gfedchat
JenStarcevic
Apr 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT
A6: I think balancing and differentiating instruction based on student needs is one of the hardest things we have to do!
#gfedchat
SkoolCNSLR_Mc
Apr 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT
A6: leveling across grade or even classroom can help make all students learning time meaningful.
#gfedchat
_dosch
Apr 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT
A6:Great question! This is still something I am working to improve everyday. Watching other posts for ideas...
#gfedchat
Grade2Connect
Apr 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT
A6: Student choice & voice, small groups based on Ss needs.
#gfedchat
BergerElizabeth
Apr 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT
A6-Keep whole group lessons short. Individualize in small groups.
#gfedchat
mkorslien
Apr 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT
A6: I use videos for flipped learning so students can work at their own pace but I'm open to other ideas!
#gfedchat
McFarlaneRich
Apr 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT
A6: the eternal struggle of the teacher. I bet
@EricSanders3
had great ideas. He's a fantastic teacher... and human being.
#gfedchat
joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT
A6: Individualizing education for each S should be the gold-standard of edu all Ts are striving for. Easier said than done though.
#gfedchat
MrsFreund1
Apr 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT
A6: Great ? ,something we talk about all the time as a team/ school . Small groups, ability or different ability depending on task
#gfedchat
rcorbin040
Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT
A6: Small groups with a workshop approach has helped some. Still learning and growing with the ss on this.
#gfedchat
MThompsonHS
Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT
A6 - small groups I am working on letter identification with one group and inventive spelling with another group
#gfedchat
Marinakojic3
Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT
A6 Small groups, be mindful when partnering students
#gfedchat
AmyRogers27
Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT
A6: Choice and voice play a huge roll.
#gfedchat
EricSanders3
Apr 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT
A6: Always remembering that learning something is more important than when something is learned
#gfedchat
MrsFreund1
Apr 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT
He's a favorite of mine as well
@EricSanders3
! Doin big things over there at RRHS
#gfedchat
McFarlaneRich
Apr 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT
A6: the eternal struggle of the teacher. I bet
@EricSanders3
had great ideas. He's a fantastic teacher... and human being.
#gfedchat
kmuus12
Apr 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT
A6 IMO Leveled grouping works for reading and sometimes math at the intermediate elem. level.
#gfedchat
MsHTrailblazers
Apr 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT
A2: Best: being w/ the Ss & building relationships; Hardest: separating home & work & at times the constant changes in educ.
#gfedchat
sgalegher120
Apr 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT
A6: Keep encouraging Ss to reach out to others & to staff as T keep striving to do best at reaching them w/ new methods & topics
#gfedchat
leslyethiery
Apr 24 @ 10:20 PM EDT
A6 Teach the what they need to learn-then let kids show you how they've learned it. Differentiate, challenge, encourage, model
#gfedchat
joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 10:20 PM EDT
Need more; voice and choice voice and choice voice and choice voice and choice voice and choice
#gfedchat
AmyRogers27
Apr 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT
A6: Choice and voice play a huge roll.
#gfedchat
MrsChandlerSMS
Apr 24 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A6:This is something I struggle w/. Extensions are helpful for Ss who need more challenge or finish early-Differentiation is key
#gfedchat
JessieRErickson
Apr 24 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A5 & 6: to me, the key to both of Prem's questions is to care for and know your students well. Celebrate strengths & support them
#gfedchat
msolberg120
Apr 24 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A6. This is obviously very difficult. The more choice given in activities/assignments, etc, the more easily you can reach everyone
#gfedchat
joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 10:23 PM EDT
Q7: Final Q: How do we move from pockets of innovation to a district-wide culture of innovation?
#gfedchat
MsHTrailblazers
Apr 24 @ 10:23 PM EDT
A3: yes! However I do believe in family time & kids getting to be kids so I would be careful as to making sure it is purposeful!
#gfedchat
KariMelland
Apr 24 @ 10:23 PM EDT
I really LOVE this idea- let Ss choose how they will show us they've learned it-build on THEIR strengths & value diverse learners.
#gfedchat
leslyethiery
Apr 24 @ 10:20 PM EDT
A6 Teach the what they need to learn-then let kids show you how they've learned it. Differentiate, challenge, encourage, model
#gfedchat
susankorynta1
Apr 24 @ 10:23 PM EDT
A7:
#gfedchat
Good Question!
judyinmiddle
Apr 24 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A7: leadership with vision and laser focus
#gfedchat
BergerElizabeth
Apr 24 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A7-Gove teachers time to share with one another.
#gfedchat
buchhop25
Apr 24 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A7: Share, encourage, support each other
#gfedchat
SraGoodman
Apr 24 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A6 This is a constant challenge for qtr classes because you don't have much time to get to now Ss.
#gfedchat
KaileyRestad
Apr 24 @ 10:24 PM EDT
This works so well! It's difficult when Ss have a hard time being responsible while I'm working with other groups.
#struggleisreal
#gfedchat
In reply to @rcorbin040
BuchhopTeach
Apr 24 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A7: More time to collaborate, be supportive and open minded when Ts want to do something out or inside the box!
#gfedchat
SkoolCNSLR_Mc
Apr 24 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A7: can be difficult with Ts being limited by standards and time requirements.
#gfedchat
joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 10:25 PM EDT
A7: It starts with making the "positive so loud..." You are all doing great things for students, so share your story.
#gfedchat
zygwriter
Apr 24 @ 10:25 PM EDT
A S had a novel idea in class today. Why go thru material they've already mastered? Can they test out?
#gfedchat
MsHTrailblazers
Apr 24 @ 10:25 PM EDT
A4: yes & no: yes to content, no to the reality of what it's really like teaching! More HANDS on experience less "observing"
#gfedchat
joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT
Thank you to our students who submitted Qs for
#gfedchat
tonight. In the future, we need to involve students in our learning much more.
MrsFreund1
Apr 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT
A7: i think we are on the right track! Continuing to learn and take risks as Ts, giving Ss power in our classrooms
#gfedchat
msolberg120
Apr 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT
A7. Share your ideas and knowledge! More time set aside to learn from each other.
#gfedchat
KariMelland
Apr 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT
Some Ss want to be told b/c it's safe & Ss want to follow set expectations. Unfortunately, that's not what the real world needs
#gfedchat
sgalegher120
Apr 24 @ 10:23 PM EDT
Sometimes my Ss seem to get lost in too much choice.want to know exact expectations -nothing vague that is trying to encourage them#gfedchat
In reply to @msolberg120
McFarlaneRich
Apr 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT
A7: The answer is actually a question: WWESD?
@EricSanders3
#gfedchat
mkorslien
Apr 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT
A7: A supportive administration and easy communication is key to innovative collaboration.
#gfedchat
joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT
Thank you to all
#gfedchat
participants for another awesome year of sharing your thoughts and ideas. After all... (via
@web20classroom
)
MrsFreund1
Apr 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT
A7: like anything it's a process and it happens over time, just need to have the right likeminded Ts to move forward with
#gfedchat
_dosch
Apr 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT
A7: More opportunities for Ts to share things that work in their classroom with other Ts across the district.
#gfedchat
SraGoodman
Apr 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT
A7 Teachers working together, learning from each other- sharing their successes and encouraging other Ts to try new things.
#gfedchat
leslyethiery
Apr 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT
A7 Keep sharing what's happening in your classrooms. I can't believe all the AWESOMENESS happening in our district. It's exciting!
#gfedchat
MsHTrailblazers
Apr 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT
A5: provide opportunities & MODEL it! Let the kids see you working w/ others! Create an environment that welcomes all!
#gfedchat
MrsChandlerSMS
Apr 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT
A7:Ss promote innovation by enthusiasm for that culture of learning! Social media is a great way to advertise happenings too!
#gfedchat
joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT
For GFPS Teachers earning PRISM hours for tonight’s
#gfedchat
, please complete the following:
https://t.co/taFB6Txx37
joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT
I will total your
#gfedchat
PRISM hours and
@chaaven
will enter the hours into MLP.
KaileyRestad
Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT
How about an INNOVATOR'S PD?
#letsdothis
#gfedchat
KariMelland
Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT
A7 Possibly but we can meet many standards with an innovative mindset. Need opportunities to learn from each other.
#mindset
#gfedchat
SkoolCNSLR_Mc
Apr 24 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A7: can be difficult with Ts being limited by standards and time requirements.
#gfedchat
_dosch
Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT
Yes please!
#gfedchat
In reply to @joelschleicher
MrsFreund1
Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT
This would be interesting to see ??
#gfedchat
joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT
Yes, and the same should apply to teacher PD, individualize and differentiate.
In reply to @zygwriter
sgalegher120
Apr 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT
Totally agree Kari!! Thanks for the reminder
#gfedchat
In reply to @KariMelland
joelschleicher
- Moderator
Apr 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT
Mark your calendar for Edcamp Grand Forks (
#edcampgf
) on August 10, 2017.
#gfedchat
#ndatl
#mnlead
#TIE17
#ndedchat
#mbedchat
#EdcampWPG
msolberg120
Apr 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT
It is so amazing to go to conferences around the state AND country & find that GFPS is so far ahead of the game!
#gfedchat
leslyethiery
Apr 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT
A7 Keep sharing what's happening in your classrooms. I can't believe all the AWESOMENESS happening in our district. It's exciting!
#gfedchat
MrsFreund1
Apr 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT
Thanks for a great chat tonight . Fun answering Ss questions !
#gfedchat