#ksedchat Archive

Thank you for visiting #ksedchat. We welcome all educators to our chat that runs Mondays at 8 p.m. Central. Though many of our educators have their homes in Kansas, all teachers are welcome to pop in and join in on the learning.
Monday August 21, 2017
9:00 PM EDT
  • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #ksedchat tonight! The topic is Writing Across the Curriculum. Please introduce yourself so we know who is here.
  • participatechat Aug 21 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #ksedchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/vhusr5knZ1
  • mrvesco - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Happy Eclipse Day #ksedchat! I'm more of a New Moon fan myself. : ) #badjoke Tim Vesco, Frontenac, 5th grade.
  • JenniferMFarr Aug 21 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    #ksedchat Jenn Farr from Junction City. So pumped for tonight!
    • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:00 PM EDT
      Welcome to #ksedchat tonight! The topic is Writing Across the Curriculum. Please introduce yourself so we know who is here.
  • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    I'm Carrie from Royster Middle School, Chanute. I teach 6th and 8th ELA. #ksedchat
  • zlatnikj Aug 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hello! I'm Joe, first year AP at Eudora HS. I was Eclipse ready today, until the clouds rolled in! #ksedchat
  • jmill517 Aug 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Jennifer, 4th grade, Dodge City. Ready for bed! Lol #ksedchat
  • thewarsnak Aug 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    TJ Warsnak social studies teacher from #HalsteadHS. I am all eclipsed out but looking forward to the chat. #ksedchat
  • MrsSkyDavis Aug 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Ready to learn more about writing across the curriculum! I'm Sky from Phillipsburg. I teach SPED K/1 this year #ksedchat
  • LitProfSuz Aug 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Joyous eclipse day to you all. Suzanne from Manhattan, KS. Enjoyed the eclipse in Beatrice, NE #ksedchat
  • teachbleggett Aug 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hi Everyone! Brandi, instructional coach. Most excited & happy I've ever seen everyone on a Monday #Eclipse2017 #ksedchat
  • JillWebs Aug 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hello Monday with #ksedchat Jill from Cheney 7-8 SocStud & HS Teaching as a Career.
  • Rantime Aug 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Happy Eclipse day #ksedchat ... 5th grade teacher from Buhler.
  • rolandteach Aug 21 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Me too! I'm lurking tonight! Hopefully, I have more energy next week! #ksedchat
    In reply to @jmill517
  • AnnaCalven Aug 21 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Anna Calven, ELP teacher in Andover. Popping in and out trying to work on FHSU class at the same time. #ksedchat
  • KentWire Aug 21 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hello all, Kent assistant Supt from Chanute. ...best line I heard today, "make the moon great again" #ksedchat
  • aboone_angie Aug 21 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Angie Boone Cheney Middle School sped teacher. Completely exhausted! #KSedchat
  • jenniferfoos Aug 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Jennifer Sped Teacher in Ness City! Fun day of Eclipse but today was also A Monday! This T is ready for sleep #ksedchat
  • ccouchman Aug 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Cindy from Buhler - mostly will be lurking tonight. #ksedchat
  • misszeisler Aug 21 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Carmen from @usd418 in McPherson! I teach 4th grade! #ksedchat
  • BroCstart Aug 21 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Hey #ksedchat, Br Christopher from Atchison. MS science
  • sarajane7 Aug 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Sara, elementary science, Garden City. The eclipse was great -- even at 90%!!! #ksedchat
  • kylabbaker Aug 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Kyla, Neodesha 2nd grade! #ksedchat
  • SJNeill13 Aug 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Hello #ksedchat! I'll be in and out tonight! Getting my kiddos on a back-to-school routine this week. Sam from Buhler - HS ELA!
  • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Q1 Non-ELA teachers: what resources do you wish ELA teachers would share with you or tell you to help write in your content area? #ksedchat
  • JillWebs Aug 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Love tonight's topic! Had to make many changes a few yrs ago to add more writing into SocStud class! #ksedchat
  • mrvesco - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Question 1 #ksedchat
    • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT
      Q1 Non-ELA teachers: what resources do you wish ELA teachers would share with you or tell you to help write in your content area? #ksedchat
  • MrsSkyDavis Aug 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Thank you! Actually I'm here to learn from you all today🤗 #ksedchat I think "lurking" is the term
    In reply to @mrvesco
  • BroCstart Aug 21 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    a1 anything would help. How are u teaching non-fiction writing? Do any of the novels/stories include science? #ksedchat
  • JenniferMFarr Aug 21 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1: anxious to hear these so I can do better about sharing! #ksedchat
    • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT
      Q1 Non-ELA teachers: what resources do you wish ELA teachers would share with you or tell you to help write in your content area? #ksedchat
  • PrincipalNyberg Aug 21 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    a1. I think technical writing resources are what my non-ELA Ts need the most. #ksedchat
  • thewarsnak Aug 21 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1: Better techniques to get students to seriously reflect, revise & improve writing. Too many are content with first draft. #ksedchat
  • BroCstart Aug 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    You should dive right in! Lots of great KS Ts here. Glad you're joining us tonight. #ksedchat
    In reply to @MrsSkyDavis, @mrvesco
  • JillWebs Aug 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1: I like similar words & phrases ELA uses to tach writing. What do you say, how do you expect a paragraph to start, etc... #ksedchat
  • John_MWalter Aug 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    John, journalism adviser at Junction City High School. Popping in for a bit tonight #ksedchat
  • zlatnikj Aug 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1: Always wanted help "teaching" reading. I could always differentiate 4 different reading levels, but felt powerless "teaching" #ksedchat
  • nkrahn Aug 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Hello #ksedchat! Nick from Towanda, KS. 6th Grade Math and Science!
  • BroCstart Aug 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Yes, and what tools are ss learning in ELA for writing? How can I reinforce those strategies? #ksedchat
    In reply to @thewarsnak
  • androo88 Aug 21 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Hi, #ksedchat Andrew hs ela from Halstead.I will be in and out tonight!
  • HendershotDavid Aug 21 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Joining in late with the toddler terror today #ksedchat David, 2nd, Valley Center.
  • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    This is important even across ELA! #ksedchat
    • JillWebs Aug 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT
      A1: I like similar words & phrases ELA uses to tach writing. What do you say, how do you expect a paragraph to start, etc... #ksedchat
  • zlatnikj Aug 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1: Always felt good assessing content & argument in writing in SS. Actually helping w/ the writing process was a struggle for me #ksedchat
  • JillWebs Aug 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1b: The more I can mimic what u do th easier it is for kids. Also when you teach certain skills. Should Ss know how to cite yet? #ksedchat
  • Greg_Froese Aug 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Hey #ksedchat. Greg, HS ELA from Buhler, jumping in late tonight.
  • AnnaCalven Aug 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Q1) What you are teaching each 9wks so we can remind them. #ksedchat
  • nkrahn Aug 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1 Technical writing resources probably. I really don't feel like I don't have the ability to ask or colleagues that wouldn't give #ksedchat
  • Gudde620 Aug 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A1: Anything! I would take any help/suggestions! #ksedchat
  • KentWire Aug 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Q1 parameters, writing instruction I should stay away from because Im not an expert? Areas in which I might do more harm than good #ksedchat
  • Rantime Aug 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A1: ways we can incorporate what they are doing in ELA with what we are teaching in our other classes. #ksedchat
  • Gudde620 Aug 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    Eric from Frontenac! It has been a long time away! #ksedchat
  • HendershotDavid Aug 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A1: For my non-Ela, I often ask them when we have a topic coming up if it hits their topic. Often music will help teach songs #ksedchat
  • 8to3withMrsV Aug 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    Hi #ksedchat ! Hopping on late! Ashleigh, 3rd grade, Hutch! It's been a great (but slightly crazy) first few days of school! ❤
  • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    I love that attitude! #ksedchat
  • oneal_nat Aug 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    Hello, #ksedchat! Natalie Vanderbeck, K-5 Title Math in Pittsburg, joining late!
  • zlatnikj Aug 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    Cross curricular collaboration where folks are working together would be awesome to have! #ksedchat
    In reply to @Rantime
  • BroCstart Aug 21 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    #ksedchat Seems appropriate. Writing is a craft a person learns because they keep writing and reading. How can we inspire a love of writing?
  • MrsSkyDavis Aug 21 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A1) I like to go in and watch how they teach, model, verbage, etc. For some of my littles even pencil grip is tough! #ksedchat
  • jenniferfoos Aug 21 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Q1) As a Sped T It is important for Ts across all areas to have the same writing expectations...hold them to the same standards #ksedchat
  • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    This is a goal of mine this year for my 8th Rd. #ksedchat
    • zlatnikj Aug 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT
      Cross curricular collaboration where folks are working together would be awesome to have! #ksedchat
      In reply to @Rantime
  • JillWebs Aug 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A1: Is there a particular weakness that I can help w/ (like capitalization of prop nouns) Let's tag-team it! #ksedchat
  • jmill517 Aug 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    I think it's important to talk about what type of structures and topics we are focusing on. You never know what they can tie in! #ksedchat
  • MrsWarren313 Aug 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Hey #ksedchat looking forward to going back and reading this chat! Just too darn tired tonight!
  • misszeisler Aug 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    So important to have communication w other Ts! #ksedchat https://t.co/u7XoQbwd2P
  • zlatnikj Aug 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Teamwork makes the dream work! #ksedchat
    In reply to @JillWebs
  • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    Q2: ELA teachers, what do you wish you could tell non-ELA people to help them with writing? #ksedchat
  • massignmenthelp Aug 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    8 Ways to Definitely Get Admission in Harvard University https://t.co/cDChpVJWTj #ksedchat #luthed #msmathchat
  • AssignmentHelpN Aug 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    This is Why Project Based Learning is the Future of Classroom Teaching https://t.co/DO1t8CaCom #ksedchat #luthed #msmathchat
  • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    Newsela and collaboration. #ksedchat
    • zlatnikj Aug 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT
      How do you see that working? Any resources?
      In reply to @rascalrue285
  • SJNeill13 Aug 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A2: In our school, the ELA teachers helped develop a program that is easy for all to implement w/out much change in instruction. #ksedchat
  • teachbleggett Aug 21 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A2) Make it relevant. Doesn't always need to be a published paper. Teach it through PBL. Cross curricular so much more engaging #ksedchat
  • HendershotDavid Aug 21 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A2: I see a lack of translation between speaking and writing skills. If we just worked on oral language in non-Ela it would help. #ksedchat
  • mrvesco - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Question 2 #ksedchat
    • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT
      Q2: ELA teachers, what do you wish you could tell non-ELA people to help them with writing? #ksedchat
  • BroCstart Aug 21 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Love @Newsela ! Great resource. #ksedchat
    In reply to @rascalrue285, @Newsela
  • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    #ksedchat A2 I want my Ts to know that they can talk to me and ask!
  • JasonKohls Aug 21 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Sorry to drop in late #ksedchat! Didn't want to miss out. Jason fro Buhler. HS ELA T.
  • jmill517 Aug 21 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A2. The more real life you can make it, the more focused they'll be on making sure it's written well! #ksedchat
  • aboone_angie Aug 21 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    That would be fabulous! Common expectations so important #ksedchat
    In reply to @SJNeill13
  • teachbleggett Aug 21 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    We have to stop teaching writing in isolation. When students see relevance & connection, it improves because there is a purpose #ksedchat
  • SJNeill13 Aug 21 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A2: Pt. 2: Trust your gut. Even if you don't identify a dangling participle, you know good writing. Content is #1. #ksedchat
  • zlatnikj Aug 21 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    How would you like to see that take place? #ksedchat
    In reply to @HendershotDavid
  • Greg_Froese Aug 21 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A2: Our ELA dept. implemented a cross-curricular writing strategy. Common terminology and consistent structure help so much. #ksedchat
  • jmill517 Aug 21 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    This is something we see a lot with out high ELL population. We've been working on some strategies to help with that! #ksedchat
    In reply to @HendershotDavid
  • HendershotDavid Aug 21 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A2 cont. I would also add that not everything needs to be a paper or essay. Let them diversify styles with songs, videos, etc #ksedchat
  • BroCstart Aug 21 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    I still can't tell what a participle is, let alone whether its dangling! #ksedchat
    In reply to @SJNeill13
  • AnnaCalven Aug 21 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    As an ELP T, I want to tell the non-ELA people that your content gives opportunities to make writing authentic = higher learning. #ksedchat
  • JasonKohls Aug 21 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A2 We love collaboration. We would love to tag team writing in your area with if you would like to! #ksedchat
  • JillWebs Aug 21 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    I know! That's the first thing I did. Including writing scare me cause I wasn't taught how to teach it. I talked with the experts! #ksedchat
    In reply to @rascalrue285
  • SJNeill13 Aug 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A2: Pt. 3 - Share a prompt with us that didn't go well. Let us walk through it in ELA class so it goes better in science, etc. #ksedchat
  • JasonKohls Aug 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A2 pt 2 And SEED writing is legit. #ksedchat
  • misszeisler Aug 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A2 That we are ALL in this together! Anytime you can share a book or a poem you are helping Ss to make connections #ksedchat
  • John_MWalter Aug 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A2 nonfiction writing can be included in any class. Example: write/read about sports stats incorporates ELA/math into a PE class. #ksedchat
  • JenniferMFarr Aug 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A2: writing is developmental and takes lots of modeling. Don't rush the process. #ksedchat
    • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT
      Q2: ELA teachers, what do you wish you could tell non-ELA people to help them with writing? #ksedchat
  • HendershotDavid Aug 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Personally, working on fluency and then talking about authors purpose helps a ton. Then apply it to the way they speak and write. #ksedchat
    In reply to @zlatnikj
  • SJNeill13 Aug 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Right? W/out consulting my notes, I am not able to, either. Point is - don't let the "grammarphobia" scare you out of writing. :) #ksedchat
    • BroCstart Aug 21 @ 9:24 PM EDT
      I still can't tell what a participle is, let alone whether its dangling! #ksedchat
      In reply to @SJNeill13
  • misszeisler Aug 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Fantastic idea!! #ksedchat https://t.co/ytbsRC3lq9
    • SJNeill13 Aug 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT
      A2: Pt. 3 - Share a prompt with us that didn't go well. Let us walk through it in ELA class so it goes better in science, etc. #ksedchat
  • SJNeill13 Aug 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    So true - for me too! This made me giggle! #ksedchat
    In reply to @BroCstart
  • JasonKohls Aug 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A2 pt 3, Tell your Ss to ask us questions about their writing in your class. I love those conversations. #bettertogether #ksedchat
  • PrincipalNyberg Aug 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    As long as subjects are taught in isolation, you will never convince a math T the importance of writing. #KSedchat
  • SJNeill13 Aug 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    @hhecox used to do this with @JasonKohls and I - always great learning! #ksedchat
    In reply to @misszeisler, @hhecox, @JasonKohls
  • misszeisler Aug 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Ss want to rush this process...always!! Hard to get them to slow down! #ksedchat
    In reply to @JenniferMFarr
  • JasonKohls Aug 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    It is a writing model that is designed for integration in every classroom. Very accessible and easy to implement. #ksedchat
    In reply to @JillWebs
  • HendershotDavid Aug 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    The hard part I see is that it takes 2 years for them to catch up on writing unless they do it constantly in both languages. #ksedchat
    In reply to @jmill517
  • mrvesco - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    #ksedchat Sorry...I love this movie and song. : )
    In reply to @misszeisler
  • aboone_angie Aug 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    I'm glad to hear this! Sometimes I want it to happen over night. #ksedchat
    In reply to @JenniferMFarr
  • JillWebs Aug 21 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Exactly! I grade what I know. I'm not looking up all the comma rules, but I expect good capitalization & punctuation at MS level #ksedchat
    In reply to @SJNeill13
  • SJNeill13 Aug 21 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A2: Pt. 4 (Is there a limit?) Better yet- invite an ELA teacher into your class over their plan. I'd go anytime to help another T! #ksedchat
  • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Q3 Other than essays and short answer, what types of writing do you have Ss do in non-ELA classes? I often suggest brochures, ads. #ksedchat
  • mrvesco - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Question 3 #ksedchat
    • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:30 PM EDT
      Q3 Other than essays and short answer, what types of writing do you have Ss do in non-ELA classes? I often suggest brochures, ads. #ksedchat
  • zlatnikj Aug 21 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    You need to go on a speaking tour with this idea! #ksedchat
    In reply to @SJNeill13
  • misszeisler Aug 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    what a TEAM!! I want to be a S in your class!! #ksedchat
    In reply to @SJNeill13, @hhecox, @JasonKohls
  • mrvesco - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A3: Blogging! #ksedchat https://t.co/xMn1TBdef9
  • BroCstart Aug 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    a3 #ksedchat storyboards, comics, scripts, websites, blogging
  • thewarsnak Aug 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A3 Lots in SocStud: Writing Mock UN resolutions, proposal for Netflix show set in 60s, newspaper article set in 2067. #ksedchat
  • SJNeill13 Aug 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Yes! & kids don't need every writing assignment to be picked through with a fine-tooth comb. That's how "I'm a bad writer" begins! #ksedchat
    • JillWebs Aug 21 @ 9:29 PM EDT
      Exactly! I grade what I know. I'm not looking up all the comma rules, but I expect good capitalization & punctuation at MS level #ksedchat
      In reply to @SJNeill13
  • BroCstart Aug 21 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Those are great ideas! #ksedchat
    In reply to @thewarsnak
  • AnnaCalven Aug 21 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A3) Would You Rather Question Responses. Reflections after learning. #ksedchat
  • PrincipalNyberg Aug 21 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    a3....still looking for math examples. #KSedchat
  • JillWebs Aug 21 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A3: I've been waiting for this one. I love incorporating poetry! Haikus to analyze a primary source! #ksedchat
  • watertankmath Aug 21 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    @watertankmath is at it again, #ksedchat #cfisdchat #mathconceptions #msmathchat #colchat #nyedchat #cdnedchat #aledchat #nvedchat all 2nite
  • zlatnikj Aug 21 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A3: I love RAFTs. Letters to school board, admin, gov. officials are great. Say you are sending them and quality skyrockets! #ksedchat
  • teachbleggett Aug 21 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A3) Writing commercials, letters to experts, movies, songs, opinions for class debates #ksedchat
  • Rantime Aug 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A2: write a little a lot! #ksedchat
  • LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Real-life allows kids to tap into multiple perspectives & empathy for more vibrant writing. #passion #backgroundknowledge #ksedchat
    • jmill517 Aug 21 @ 9:23 PM EDT
      A2. The more real life you can make it, the more focused they'll be on making sure it's written well! #ksedchat
  • sarajane7 Aug 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A3: really like all these ideas! #ksedchat
  • JillWebs Aug 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A3: Acrostic to show understating...both basic and a little higher level w/ the wrap-around #ksedchat
  • BroCstart Aug 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    I had almost forgotten about RAFTs. Such a great way to launch a project #ksedchat
    In reply to @zlatnikj
  • JenniferMFarr Aug 21 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A3: brochures, responses to reading, opinion, pro/con writing, rewrite procedures, reflections #ksedchat
    • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:30 PM EDT
      Q3 Other than essays and short answer, what types of writing do you have Ss do in non-ELA classes? I often suggest brochures, ads. #ksedchat
  • JillWebs Aug 21 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A3: LOVE using I Am poems to teach perspective! #ksedchat
  • John_MWalter Aug 21 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A3 Script writing for video/podcasting. Added bonus of real world audience. #ksedchat
  • JillWebs Aug 21 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A3: can't leave out showing vocabulary understanding within context with a tic Tac Tell! #ksedchat
  • zlatnikj Aug 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Possibilities are endless! 1 of my fav. projects dealt w/ a RAFT over banning a book in the library & writing 2 the board about it #ksedchat
    In reply to @BroCstart
  • nkrahn Aug 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A3 Brochures, videos, not "writing" but explaining verbally how they got certain answers #ksedchat
  • teachbleggett Aug 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Take concept you are working on. Ex. when studying fractions, I had Ss choose most important one providing 3 examples then debated #ksedchat
    In reply to @PrincipalNyberg
  • JillWebs Aug 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A3: Last but not least...making connections! #ksedchat
  • LitProfSuz Aug 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    #KSedChat I worked w/ my 7th grd & math tch to write children's books @ math concepts. As Einstein said, if you can teach it to a 6-yr old..
    In reply to @PrincipalNyberg
  • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    I agree!! This is a huge problem! #ksedchat
    • PrincipalNyberg Aug 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT
      As long as subjects are taught in isolation, you will never convince a math T the importance of writing. #KSedchat
  • LitProfSuz Aug 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    #ksedchat We made Fakebook for French Revolution. Great discuss. @ friending friends vs. enemies
    In reply to @thewarsnak, @BroCstart
  • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    How do you use blogging? #ksedchat
  • Rantime Aug 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A3: presentations, posters, scripts, and comments (google classroom) #ksedchat
  • lizette_burks Aug 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Hi! Lizette...KSDE team member...science...joining late #ksedchat
  • LitProfSuz Aug 21 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    #ksedchat Had students create a retrospective magazine for the era.
    In reply to @JenniferMFarr
  • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Have you asked them to explain in words how they solved? #ksedchat
  • BroCstart Aug 21 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    I haven't used it successfully yet, but still trying.Tried blogging as part of #geniushour last year. Couldn't keep up w 70 blogs! #ksedchat
    In reply to @rascalrue285
  • coachschutte Aug 21 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A3 joining late for #HalsteadHS picture captions, thought bubbles for historical figures, infographics #ksedchat
  • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Have you given an equation and asked them to write a word problem? #ksedchat
  • LitProfSuz Aug 21 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A3: Stdnts design & create a proposal for a museum exhibit. Included sketches of the display, captions, & rationale. #ksedchat
  • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Q4 How can Ts help Ss understand writing isn't a class but a life skill? #ksedchat
  • JillWebs Aug 21 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Yes to all of this! So fun! #ksedchat
  • PrincipalNyberg Aug 21 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    The main point they argue is they can express the reasons in mathematical expressions & don't see the need to write it out. #KSedchat
    In reply to @rascalrue285
  • mrvesco - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Question 4. #ksedchat
  • JillWebs Aug 21 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    I 💜 making Ss take on a character from history and debate. They write out a script and act the debate. Jefferson vs Hamilton! #ksedchat
  • teachbleggett Aug 21 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A4) Invite in businesses, Skype with experts in field content is being learned. Let them explain how they use writing in their job #KSedchat
  • Greg_Froese Aug 21 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A4: For Ss to realize writing is a life skill, we need to help them see real-world situations where writing is important. #ksedchat
  • tvleck10 Aug 21 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A3: had Ss write letters real/practice to school boards & city councils:they had to attend one meeting in person b4 they started #ksedchat
  • MsNic_ Aug 21 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    So sorry I am way late tonight! Been doing laundry and dinner. I'm Nicole & I teach 7/8 ELA in Gardner! I'll try to catch up. :) #ksedchat
  • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    How would they explain it to someone else via text? #ksedchat
    • PrincipalNyberg Aug 21 @ 9:40 PM EDT
      The main point they argue is they can express the reasons in mathematical expressions & don't see the need to write it out. #KSedchat
      In reply to @rascalrue285
  • Greg_Froese Aug 21 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A4 cont.: Resumes, Applications, emails, etc. So many ways that will increase success in life after school. #ksedchat
  • Rantime Aug 21 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A4: give examples of all different types of writings & how they are used... commercials, classic lit, business, informational, etc #ksedchat
  • nkrahn Aug 21 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A4 The writing has to be REAL. Students will call you can most fall with inauthentic writing. Writing just to write #ksedchat
  • PrincipalNyberg Aug 21 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    You are on to something! Awesome :) #KSedchat
    In reply to @rascalrue285
  • thewarsnak Aug 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A4: Making writing mimic potential careers and having guest speakers talk about writing in their jobs (tons in law enforcement) #ksedchat
  • JenniferMFarr Aug 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A4: model model model. Show real live examples. Show how we write in our lives #ksedchat
  • JillWebs Aug 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A4: Last year made my 8th Ss fill out job applications for final projects. Major errors (not capitalizing their name) cost them #ksedchat
  • teachbleggett Aug 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    For a genius hour project, some Ss were shocked when a video game designer explained all the writing used daily. It was relevant #KSedchat
  • nkrahn Aug 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A4 I tell kids about the number of emails I send a day. Or social media. Text speak is great if you don't want a real job. #ksedchat
  • misszeisler Aug 21 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A4: Showcase Ss Writing! Bring in guests to share how they use writing in their daily lives! #ksedchat
  • LitProfSuz Aug 21 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    Intro the genres. Great field trip to eval existing (if possible). Split up into narrow slices. BM me and we can email. #ksedchat
    In reply to @BroCstart
  • zlatnikj Aug 21 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A4: I think sharing real life examples of the skill is vital. When kids write a bad email to you its a teachable moment. #ksedchat
  • LitProfSuz Aug 21 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    #ksedchat It was so much fun!
    In reply to @JenniferMFarr
  • lizette_burks Aug 21 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A4: Communication happens across disciplines...seeing applications in specific work fields ...analyzing when sim/diff by purpose #ksedchat
  • SJNeill13 Aug 21 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Yes! And that not all writing has to be in essay form! Identify purpose and audience. #ksedchat
    • Greg_Froese Aug 21 @ 9:41 PM EDT
      A4: For Ss to realize writing is a life skill, we need to help them see real-world situations where writing is important. #ksedchat
  • JillWebs Aug 21 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A4: Authentic audience. We make a Veteran Book each year that is published and sold. Infographics as teaching tools for elem Ss #ksedchat
  • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A4 My hubs is an engineer. He talks about reports and proposals he has to write that include his math. #ksedchat
  • JenniferMFarr Aug 21 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    I want to try infographics. Any tips or websites or resources? #ksedchat
    In reply to @JillWebs
  • zlatnikj Aug 21 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A4 cont: What happens if we send poorly written emails? To bosses? To families? Explain it to the kids! #ksedchat
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  • MsNic_ Aug 21 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    This is a really helpful answer! So now, how do we ELA T's broach this in a gentle way? #ksedchat
    • KentWire Aug 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT
      Q1 parameters, writing instruction I should stay away from because Im not an expert? Areas in which I might do more harm than good #ksedchat
  • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Q5 How can we incorporate authentic writing into all areas at school? #ksedchat
  • JillWebs Aug 21 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    I love @piktochart Great tutorial, plus lots of YouTube tutorials as well. Downloadable. Free. #ksedchat
    In reply to @JenniferMFarr, @piktochart
  • LitProfSuz Aug 21 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    We're looking for examples of real world STEAM for teachers to use #ksedchat
  • teachbleggett Aug 21 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    I used Easel.ly a lot with students. Very user friendly #KSedchat
    In reply to @JenniferMFarr, @JillWebs
  • coachschutte Aug 21 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A4 help find and issue that is relevant to them and write letters to legislators #ksedchat
  • Greg_Froese Aug 21 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Yes! I can't begin to say how much I will revise even a simple email to a parent. Needs to look and sound professional. Important #ksedchat
    In reply to @zlatnikj
  • AnnaCalven Aug 21 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    https://t.co/NaCAkjcnOf - I have used it for grad school and I have had students use it too. Best part is it's free. #ksedchat
    In reply to @JenniferMFarr, @JillWebs
  • PrincipalNyberg Aug 21 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    a5. Vlogging via media such as YouTube, Instagream, and Snapchat is making this even more of a challenge. #KSedchat
  • zlatnikj Aug 21 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A5: Its a school wide effort & everyone needs to be on the same page. Writing scares ppl, have to have leaders bring others along #ksedchat
  • SJNeill13 Aug 21 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A5: Writing can't be forced; otherwise, it = one more thing to do. Writing must be supported through collaboration for buy-in. #ksedchat
  • Rantime Aug 21 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A5: be creative with ways to write and allow students to be creative. Doesn't have to be essays... #ksedchat
  • thewarsnak Aug 21 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A5: Collaborating with others to generate better ideas. I have gone from basic unimaginative writing to much better projects. #ksedchat
  • zlatnikj Aug 21 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    Me too! I have my wife proof read everything big I send out. Prof. reputation is vital, kids don't get that, but we can tell them #ksedchat
    In reply to @Greg_Froese
  • JillWebs Aug 21 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A5: My elective class this yr will have Ss 6th-8th Ss creating a district blog about the awesome things going on in classrooms! #ksedchat
  • coachschutte Aug 21 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A5 our district says just like baseball keeping giving Ss at bats so they improve. #ksedchat
  • thewarsnak Aug 21 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A5 (cont): Having people to talk about. @coachschutte and I often work new projects for one another's classes. #ksedchat
  • teachbleggett Aug 21 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    My team would map out ELA to all science or SS content. Then, all types of writing would tie to these. #KSedchat
  • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    It is hard to use the right tone! #ksedchat
    • Greg_Froese Aug 21 @ 9:51 PM EDT
      Yes! I can't begin to say how much I will revise even a simple email to a parent. Needs to look and sound professional. Important #ksedchat
      In reply to @zlatnikj
  • ECET2KS Aug 21 @ 9:55 PM EDT
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  • PrincipalNyberg Aug 21 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    Agreed. Not to mention, it is incredibly difficult to be an effective writer. Need to bring us non ELA folks along slowly :) #KSedchat
    In reply to @zlatnikj
  • MsNic_ Aug 21 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    I like this idea! #ksedchat
    • HendershotDavid Aug 21 @ 9:24 PM EDT
      A2 cont. I would also add that not everything needs to be a paper or essay. Let them diversify styles with songs, videos, etc #ksedchat
  • JenniferMFarr Aug 21 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A5: needs to be relevant. Takes methodical planning and collaboration #ksedchat
  • mrvesco - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Please give a round of applause to our first time host @rascalrue285. Thank you for leading #ksedchat tonight!
  • heather_newkirk Aug 21 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Missed another #ksedchat! 😫Maybe I will get my school routine down by next Monday! #wishfulthinking 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻
  • LitProfSuz Aug 21 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    #ksedchat Done simple month by month topics to start w/. Passed around a monthly calendar & asked tchrs to write basic topics/assignments
    In reply to @teachbleggett
  • rascalrue285 Aug 21 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Thanks to all of you for joining tonight! I hope you have found something useful. #ksedchat
  • aboone_angie Aug 21 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    @rascalrue285 thank you for hosting tonight! #KSedchat
  • Greg_Froese Aug 21 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Thanks @rascalrue285 for a great #ksedchat tonight!
  • tvleck10 Aug 21 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Its important 2 focus on the positives & those who make changes.Make steady gains.Dont let those who drag their feet discourage u #ksedchat
    In reply to @zlatnikj
  • coachschutte Aug 21 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    A5 cont @thewarsnak and I collaborate and aren't scared to fail. We find a way to make it better and encourage others to share! #ksedchat
  • JenniferMFarr Aug 21 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    What a great hour of PD with a whole group of amazing teachers @mrvesco @rascalrue285 #ksedchat
  • JillWebs Aug 21 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Another great one! Now I'm off to sleep for a few hours until kid #3 gets up for the first time. 💤😴 #ksedchat