#txeduchat Archive
An informal learning community for educators worldwide. Our passion for learning and connected learning experiences help us to improve our teaching practices. #txeduchat features guest moderators every week.
Sunday October 22, 2017
9:00 PM EDT
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:00 PM EDT
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participatechat
Oct 22 @ 9:00 PM EDT
Participate in the upcoming
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by sharing resources and collaborating at
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PerspectivesNEd
Oct 22 @ 9:00 PM EDT
Listen in!
@ShannaPeeples
will leave you motivated, inspired, & ready to make a difference!
https://t.co/A5ZsGn8gd0
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#leadership
ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:01 PM EDT
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Hi! Tosh from ESC11. ELAR teacher. Literacy coach.
TracieGCain
Oct 22 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Hello
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- I'm Tracie from Decatur, TX
#Urockedu
&
#esc11
fribergsclass
Oct 22 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Leslie Friberg ,1st grade teacher at Blue Haze Elem. White Settlement, Texas.
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kdpearson
Oct 22 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Katie. First Grade Teacher. from Fort Worth!
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ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:02 PM EDT
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Hi, Tracie and Marissa!
ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT
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Hi, Katie and Leslie! Thanks for joining.
PeacockTaiL
Oct 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Tai- K-2 Resource teacher in Ft. Worth.
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missgideon4
Oct 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Alden, 4th grade teacher, FTW!
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JDuddingtonBHE
Oct 22 @ 9:03 PM EDT
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Jennifer, from Blue Haze Elementary
@wsisdschools
. RtI Coordinator.
ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:04 PM EDT
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Looks like a Blue Haze chat tonight! Good friends!
mrs_deaton
Oct 22 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Marcy...2nd grade in Texas.
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lm4kids
Oct 22 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Liz, GT Specialist in Coppell
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class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:05 PM EDT
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class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:06 PM EDT
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DrHarrisonMcCoy
Oct 22 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Harrison, Region 11 Instructional Coach in Fort Worth! Hi, ya'll!
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Conine3rd
Oct 22 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Ashley, 3rd grade from
@BlueHazeWSISD
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DrHarrisonMcCoy
Oct 22 @ 9:07 PM EDT
A1: I really liked developing lessons where the students had a lot of choices as to what product or outcome they worked toward.
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walwema
Oct 22 @ 9:07 PM EDT
I am Godfrey Ph.D. student at Uni Wyoming in Laramie.
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In reply to @class_torres, @SarahDeslatte
Texaslifeskills
Oct 22 @ 9:07 PM EDT
A1: I frequently use the phrase “I don’t know,” when they ask me how to do something.
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soleilroper
Oct 22 @ 9:07 PM EDT
Soleil Roper, Teacher from Fulshear, Texas
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Conine3rd
Oct 22 @ 9:07 PM EDT
A1: utilizing technology that fosters Ss choice like
@Seesaw
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Jaibyrd123
Oct 22 @ 9:08 PM EDT
Jenn from the Reeg
@ESCRegion11
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class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:08 PM EDT
Yes! Student choice in product has led to some amazing lessons in my room in the last year!
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In reply to @DrHarrisonMcCoy
Jaibyrd123
Oct 22 @ 9:08 PM EDT
A1: voice and choice. Let their interests, questions, concerns drive the learning
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ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:08 PM EDT
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A1: No "teacher" desk or "teacher supplies." Everything in room is for learning & students.
SarahDeslatte
Oct 22 @ 9:08 PM EDT
Sarah Deslatte, Principal of THE Blue Haze Elementary! Home of
@class_torres
TX Elementary Teacher of the Year!
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DrHarrisonMcCoy
Oct 22 @ 9:09 PM EDT
A1: Freaked my 8th graders out when I got rid of my teacher's desk. Gave us a chance to talk about what it meant.
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PeacockTaiL
Oct 22 @ 9:09 PM EDT
A1: Allow students choice & time to explore a topic before I teach it.
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lm4kids
Oct 22 @ 9:09 PM EDT
L’s select their projects based on interest. Standards back loaded. I facilitate discussion but L’s make decisions.
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ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:09 PM EDT
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Lots of Blue Haze friends here tonight!
SarahDeslatte
Oct 22 @ 9:08 PM EDT
Sarah Deslatte, Principal of THE Blue Haze Elementary! Home of
@class_torres
TX Elementary Teacher of the Year!
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Ms_Vinson
Oct 22 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Lindsey Vinson, 4th grade Math and Science.
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class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Love that! Much harder to do than it seems though!!
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In reply to @ToshMcGaughy
missgideon4
Oct 22 @ 9:10 PM EDT
A1: when presenting problems, let them figure out how to solve instead of teaching them how to solve. Let them share their ideas
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sbentonteach
Oct 22 @ 9:10 PM EDT
A1: I try to incorporate choice in daily activities.
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In reply to @class_torres
Conine3rd
Oct 22 @ 9:10 PM EDT
I got rid of my teacher desk this yr. one of the best decisions I've made!
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In reply to @ToshMcGaughy
fribergsclass
Oct 22 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Students use tech that fosters Ss taking control. Give them the opportunity to choose parts of the lesson.
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ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:10 PM EDT
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Key to engagement is often time to explore.
PeacockTaiL
Oct 22 @ 9:09 PM EDT
A1: Allow students choice & time to explore a topic before I teach it.
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JDuddingtonBHE
Oct 22 @ 9:10 PM EDT
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A1 I teach in small group and my Ss lead book talks. I serve as a moderator. I also give Ss book/topic choice.
ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:12 PM EDT
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"Productive struggle" is the hardest to watch, but so powerful.
missgideon4
Oct 22 @ 9:10 PM EDT
A1: when presenting problems, let them figure out how to solve instead of teaching them how to solve. Let them share their ideas
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class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:12 PM EDT
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DrHarrisonMcCoy
Oct 22 @ 9:13 PM EDT
It's a real art knowing when to inject your teacher self into the productive struggle. Too soon and you ruin the soup.
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In reply to @ToshMcGaughy
kdpearson
Oct 22 @ 9:13 PM EDT
A1: Encouraging peer to peer support.
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class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:13 PM EDT
"Productive struggle" is what almost every math opening looks like in my room.
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In reply to @ToshMcGaughy
lm4kids
Oct 22 @ 9:13 PM EDT
A1 Let the learners teach you something new. They are experts in so many things!
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Ms_Vinson
Oct 22 @ 9:13 PM EDT
Allow students to express their thinking! Ask “How did you arrive at that answer?” instead of dismissing an incorrect answer.
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ash_helms
Oct 22 @ 9:13 PM EDT
Hello friends! Ashley from Plano-glad to join the convo!
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ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:14 PM EDT
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❤️ "moderator". They engage when they lead.
JDuddingtonBHE
Oct 22 @ 9:10 PM EDT
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A1 I teach in small group and my Ss lead book talks. I serve as a moderator. I also give Ss book/topic choice.
Conine3rd
Oct 22 @ 9:14 PM EDT
More space for free seating options
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In reply to @ToshMcGaughy
walwema
Oct 22 @ 9:14 PM EDT
One way is to divide Ss into small grps of 3-4 and have them discuss a topic or qn and later on each grp shares with class
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In reply to @class_torres
DrHarrisonMcCoy
Oct 22 @ 9:14 PM EDT
A2: When I start hearing things like "You're kidding!" or "No way!" or "That's so cool!" i new I had engagement.
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Isham_Literacy
Oct 22 @ 9:14 PM EDT
A2 Noisy, active students focused on the task at hand, enjoying learning. Reading specialist Kimberly from north TX running late!
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class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:12 PM EDT
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TracieGCain
Oct 22 @ 9:14 PM EDT
A1-May not sound like much, but use a online homebase where Ls move ahead or back, explore more, learn anywhere, anytime.
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JDuddingtonBHE
Oct 22 @ 9:14 PM EDT
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Q2 Ss are immersed in work/convo that has clear meaning and value to them.
Jaibyrd123
Oct 22 @ 9:14 PM EDT
A2: looks like Ss owning learning, discussions, debates, outcomes, and often, I have to look for the teacher
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fribergsclass
Oct 22 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A2: All Ss are actively engaged in academic work. Many of my Ss need to wiggle a bit or chat, as long as it’s academic focused 👍🏻
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class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:15 PM EDT
YEP! That happened in our room just this past week!
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In reply to @walwema
PeacockTaiL
Oct 22 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A2: It will look different every time. Each child is working/learning their way.
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conniehamilton
Oct 22 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A2: Fully engaged means all Ss are actively learning. I don’t mean complying w/task completion but mentally devoted to learning.
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Texaslifeskills
Oct 22 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A2: Visible engagement can be a misnomer. Know your students well enough to recognize what engagement is for each
#Neurodiversity
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SarahDeslatte
Oct 22 @ 9:16 PM EDT
A2: Like so many BHE classrooms! Ss leading the learning, relevance, questioning, connections, collaboration, T facilitating!
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ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:16 PM EDT
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Yes!!! A digital dashboard or playlist can give Ss so much voice and agency. (❤️ Canvas for this.)
TracieGCain
Oct 22 @ 9:14 PM EDT
A1-May not sound like much, but use a online homebase where Ls move ahead or back, explore more, learn anywhere, anytime.
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class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:17 PM EDT
Yes! Compliance is different from engagement!
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conniehamilton
Oct 22 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A2: Fully engaged means all Ss are actively learning. I don’t mean complying w/task completion but mentally devoted to learning.
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Ms_Vinson
Oct 22 @ 9:17 PM EDT
A2: S’s are grasping for deeper meaning by asking ?s. S’s want to know more bc they see the value in the lesson being taught.
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DrHarrisonMcCoy
Oct 22 @ 9:17 PM EDT
Yes! Somewhere in many classrooms is a quiet learner, an introverted student who is rocking the learning differently from others.
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In reply to @Texaslifeskills
TracieGCain
Oct 22 @ 9:17 PM EDT
I like to doodle when working; folks often think I'm daydreaming.
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In reply to @Texaslifeskills
sbentonteach
Oct 22 @ 9:17 PM EDT
A2: Ss turning and talking, sharing ideas, and enjoying the learning process!
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In reply to @class_torres
mrs_deaton
Oct 22 @ 9:17 PM EDT
A2: Ss working together to problem solve or create product, T facilitating
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kdpearson
Oct 22 @ 9:17 PM EDT
A2: Students are actively learning while taking charge of their learning!
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ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:18 PM EDT
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A2: It can be super loud or super quiet with all kids leaning in, digging in, discussing and questioning.
missgideon4
Oct 22 @ 9:18 PM EDT
A2: Ss are participating, learning, and want to be there. Lessons & questions student driven. Needs of all learners being met
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Conine3rd
Oct 22 @ 9:18 PM EDT
A2: participation from Ss w/ little guiding from me, focused and enthusiastic about what they are learning
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walwema
Oct 22 @ 9:18 PM EDT
A2. Ss and T are all engaged in active learning. Mostly it will look a bit noisy/disorganized.
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In reply to @class_torres
PeacockTaiL
Oct 22 @ 9:18 PM EDT
Mutli-tasking: I doodle all the time.
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In reply to @TracieGCain, @Texaslifeskills
mrs_deaton
Oct 22 @ 9:18 PM EDT
A1: Ss have choice in how they respond to independent rdg-write letter, thinking map, connections made, etc
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class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:19 PM EDT
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lm4kids
Oct 22 @ 9:19 PM EDT
A2 L’s are in the zone...they don’t notice what is happening around them bc they are so caught up in the learning.
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ash_helms
Oct 22 @ 9:19 PM EDT
A2 Active s’s, working with the content, the T, and others to build understanding!
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class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:12 PM EDT
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ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:19 PM EDT
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"All learners being met" Yes! This fosters engagement.
missgideon4
Oct 22 @ 9:18 PM EDT
A2: Ss are participating, learning, and want to be there. Lessons & questions student driven. Needs of all learners being met
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Texaslifeskills
Oct 22 @ 9:19 PM EDT
A3: Humor and shock.
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SarahDeslatte
Oct 22 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Yes!! Our Ss WANT to be in our classrooms!! True engagement by ALL is a
#gamechanger
🙌
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In reply to @missgideon4
DrHarrisonMcCoy
Oct 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT
Please elaborate?
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In reply to @Texaslifeskills
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT
A3 No handraising has revolutionized my room and turned Ss into critical thinkers who can engage in respectful discussion w peers
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JDuddingtonBHE
Oct 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT
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A3 Making my classroom student centered and focused on Ss interests and learning styles.
TracieGCain
Oct 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT
A good first step for teachers moving to learner-centered is to limit teacher talk.
https://t.co/O233iBopfT
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ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT
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A3: Digital formative assessments. All students want to respond. Gives voice to quiet kids. Can be anonymous.
PeacockTaiL
Oct 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT
A3: Allow students to teach each other or even you (teacher) something new.
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lm4kids
Oct 22 @ 9:22 PM EDT
A3 Voice and choice for the learners. Honors who they are and lets them know the learning is about them.
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ryanvhill
Oct 22 @ 9:22 PM EDT
A2 Ss connecting content to meaningful
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ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:22 PM EDT
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Would ❤️ to see this! Must be a hard habit to break at first.
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT
A3 No handraising has revolutionized my room and turned Ss into critical thinkers who can engage in respectful discussion w peers
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MrsGabbertBHE
Oct 22 @ 9:22 PM EDT
A2: I allow my students to ask questions to their elbow partner as they are working. Ask 2 friends questions before asking me.
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In reply to @class_torres
mrs_deaton
Oct 22 @ 9:23 PM EDT
No more hand raising! All Ss are responsible for ALL learning.
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class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:23 PM EDT
Yes! Nearpod and Kahoot are great for this!
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ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT
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A3: Digital formative assessments. All students want to respond. Gives voice to quiet kids. Can be anonymous.
fribergsclass
Oct 22 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A3: Ss standing to answer And respectfully agreeing/disagreeing. Explore groups: they get to explore deeper into the concept.
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Conine3rd
Oct 22 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A3: giving Ss choice in how they demonstrate what they know, primarily through
#edTech
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mrs_deaton
Oct 22 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A3: No more hand raising! All Ss are responsible for ALL learning.
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ryanvhill
Oct 22 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A3: I believe this always is rooted in + relationship btw T, S, & P...Know the kid, then you know how to connect content
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ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:24 PM EDT
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Discussion is key to learning, too. "Frequent, small-group purposeful talk about the content"
MrsGabbertBHE
Oct 22 @ 9:22 PM EDT
A2: I allow my students to ask questions to their elbow partner as they are working. Ask 2 friends questions before asking me.
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In reply to @class_torres
PeacockTaiL
Oct 22 @ 9:24 PM EDT
Love Nearpod for engagement.
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In reply to @class_torres
missgideon4
Oct 22 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A3: Bringing the learning to life by creating experiences rather than lessons. Ss make deeper, more memorable connections
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ash_helms
Oct 22 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A3: creating authentic audience for student work-who is reading, watching, listening? S’s need to know that their work is rea.
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class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:19 PM EDT
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Ms_Vinson
Oct 22 @ 9:25 PM EDT
A3: Allow students to discuss answers with each other. Respectfully agree, and debate.
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conniehamilton
Oct 22 @ 9:25 PM EDT
A3: When planning lessons-what is minimal amount of thinking/engagement this lessons requires? Does it need to be ramped up?
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walwema
Oct 22 @ 9:25 PM EDT
It pair-think-share strategy which seems to work across all age groups.
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In reply to @class_torres
sbentonteach
Oct 22 @ 9:25 PM EDT
A3: I have implemented literature circles this year. Ss choose book based on interest. They read and share in small groups.
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In reply to @class_torres
TracieGCain
Oct 22 @ 9:25 PM EDT
A good first step for Ts moving to learner-centered is to limit teacher talk.
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https://t.co/HdT3spJ6JX
DigNativesEd
Oct 22 @ 9:26 PM EDT
A3: building relationships w/Ss. "They don't care how much you know, until they know how much you care."
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MrsGabbertBHE
Oct 22 @ 9:26 PM EDT
A3: One of many strategies is to stand up on their desk or chair to answer a question. The kids ❤️ this!
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In reply to @class_torres
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:26 PM EDT
@BlueHazeWSISD
4th grade teachers are AMAZING at doing this. Follow
@missgideon4
for some amazing magical lessons!!
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missgideon4
Oct 22 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A3: Bringing the learning to life by creating experiences rather than lessons. Ss make deeper, more memorable connections
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PeacockTaiL
Oct 22 @ 9:26 PM EDT
Creating authentic audience- giving students work meaning.
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In reply to @ash_helms
ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:26 PM EDT
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https://t.co/mKLuv9MS0g
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:23 PM EDT
Yes! Nearpod and Kahoot are great for this!
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ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:21 PM EDT
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A3: Digital formative assessments. All students want to respond. Gives voice to quiet kids. Can be anonymous.
walwema
Oct 22 @ 9:26 PM EDT
A3 pair-think-strategy which seems to be applicable to all age groups.
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In reply to @class_torres
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:27 PM EDT
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I think I know what a lot of you will say, but......
walwema
Oct 22 @ 9:27 PM EDT
How does this work?
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Ms_Vinson
Oct 22 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A3: Involve students! Allow them to respectfully disagree and debate answers amongst peers. Encourage passion across subjects.
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ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:28 PM EDT
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Perfect first step! It forces Ts to reflect and even "time" themselves and how much they are speaking. Game changer.
TracieGCain
Oct 22 @ 9:25 PM EDT
A good first step for Ts moving to learner-centered is to limit teacher talk.
#txeduchat
https://t.co/HdT3spJ6JX
ryanvhill
Oct 22 @ 9:28 PM EDT
I ask my Ts who is doing the work...there is a time & place for T talk but the meat of learning happens when Ss do the talking
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In reply to @TracieGCain
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A4: HANDS DOWN
@ronclarkacademy
Teacher training program. The most memorable and useful PD I have ever attended.
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class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:29 PM EDT
I pose a ? and kids hop up on chair to answer. I teach what to do if more than 1 stands up and how to respectfully discuss.
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In reply to @walwema
DrHarrisonMcCoy
Oct 22 @ 9:29 PM EDT
A4: I can't say that I actually "attended", but I have learned SO much from Ts I have "met" on Twitter.
@EdcampUSA
is second.
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ryanvhill
Oct 22 @ 9:29 PM EDT
A4: Providing T choice in PD is a magic formula for impact...elevating T leaders to present to peers leads to the most change
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lm4kids
Oct 22 @ 9:29 PM EDT
A4
@Confratute
Learned about The Schoolwude Enrichment Model. Changed my life!
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fribergsclass
Oct 22 @ 9:29 PM EDT
YESSSS! This absolutely changes the way I teach!
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class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A4: HANDS DOWN
@ronclarkacademy
Teacher training program. The most memorable and useful PD I have ever attended.
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JDuddingtonBHE
Oct 22 @ 9:29 PM EDT
A4: not being to
@ronclarkacademy
, the best PD I have attended is being in many of your classrooms daily.
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ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:30 PM EDT
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A4: TNTP blended learning coaching rubric training. Trained to coach teachers on rigor, agency, engagement.
missgideon4
Oct 22 @ 9:30 PM EDT
A4: RCA. Discussions, music, room transformations, social expectations, call backs, celebrations
@ronclarkacademy
@hopekingteach
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kdpearson
Oct 22 @ 9:30 PM EDT
A4:
@ronclarkacademy
! I learned to find my passion and teach FROM my passion!
#foreverimpacted
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class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Twitter is absolutely one of the best forms of PD.
@SarahDeslatte
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DrHarrisonMcCoy
Oct 22 @ 9:29 PM EDT
A4: I can't say that I actually "attended", but I have learned SO much from Ts I have "met" on Twitter.
@EdcampUSA
is second.
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Conine3rd
Oct 22 @ 9:30 PM EDT
@mrs_deaton
Ss jump up to participate in classroom discussion
@ronclarkacademy
style! It's amazing!
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In reply to @ryanvhill, @mrs_deaton, @ClassDojo, @mrs_deaton, @ronclarkacademy
TracieGCain
Oct 22 @ 9:30 PM EDT
I always say "Twitter changed my life." It has connected me to so many, and helps me keep learning.
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conniehamilton
Oct 22 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Goal is 50% of the lesson has students talking to students about content.
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ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:31 PM EDT
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This is awesome!
#observeme
JDuddingtonBHE
Oct 22 @ 9:29 PM EDT
A4: not being to
@ronclarkacademy
, the best PD I have attended is being in many of your classrooms daily.
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Texaslifeskills
Oct 22 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A4: Reading the books written from the perspective of a neurodiverse kid/adult has had more impact than any other PD.
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MrsGabbertBHE
Oct 22 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A4: I haven’t been to RCA but you have shared many strategies from RCA as well as other educators from our school.
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In reply to @class_torres
TracieGCain
Oct 22 @ 9:32 PM EDT
And we say teachers talking less than 30%, so what is the other 20%? Students doing!
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In reply to @conniehamilton
tbresnahan1
Oct 22 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Teachers> Building Resilience, Preventing Burnout
https://t.co/6d1HX4opWs
#edchat
#teachchat
#caedchat
#txed
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#vachat
#moedchat
Isham_Literacy
Oct 22 @ 9:32 PM EDT
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Internet not cooperating tonight. Will have to check out feed when It's back up.
mrs_deaton
Oct 22 @ 9:32 PM EDT
A4: GYTOwith
@hopekingteach
and
@WadeKing7
-AWESOME ideas for high levels of rigor and engagement
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ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:32 PM EDT
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A4: RCA is indeed eye opening. High expectations & high engagement.
PeacockTaiL
Oct 22 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Agree- I haven't been to RCA, but have learned so much going into others classrooms this year.
#txeduchat
In reply to @JDuddingtonBHE, @ronclarkacademy
kdpearson
Oct 22 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A4: Edcamps likes
#EdcampSAGU
have also changed my life! Thank you
@drsheramac
!
#txeduchat
Ms_Vinson
Oct 22 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A4:
@ronclarkacademy
changed my life! Passion comes in many forms and it’s contagious.
#txeduchat
Conine3rd
Oct 22 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A4: twitter has changed the way I teach. I've "met" some incredible educators who have given me so many great ideas
@JoyKirr
😁
#txeduchat
conniehamilton
Oct 22 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Thirty might be a bit high, but looking at GRR, the other 50% would be focus lesson, guided instruction, as independent learning
#txeduchat
TracieGCain
Oct 22 @ 9:32 PM EDT
And we say teachers talking less than 30%, so what is the other 20%? Students doing!
#txeduchat
In reply to @conniehamilton
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Yes! Love
@hopekingteach
and
@WadeKing7
too!! So many amazing engagement strategies!
#txeduchat
mrs_deaton
Oct 22 @ 9:32 PM EDT
A4: GYTOwith
@hopekingteach
and
@WadeKing7
-AWESOME ideas for high levels of rigor and engagement
#txeduchat
SarahDeslatte
Oct 22 @ 9:34 PM EDT
Want to see AWESOME learning experiences in 3/4? Follow
@class_torres
@missgideon4
@Courtneybutton9
@Conine3rd
& their teams!
#txeduchat
DrHarrisonMcCoy
Oct 22 @ 9:34 PM EDT
A4: Twitter introduced me to podcasts like
@BedleyBros
and
@cultofpedagogy
and the learning just goes on and on.
#txeduchat
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:35 PM EDT
#txeduchat
I'm a control freak...so this one's good.
mrterborg
Oct 22 @ 9:35 PM EDT
Check this out for MS.
#txeduchat
#bmoreedchat
#txlchat
#mnlead
#miched
andrewmead73
Oct 22 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A4.We developed the Ultimate Warrior. Grade level core values to set the tone & have common language
https://t.co/I2kqLSanUQ
#PrinLeaderChat
DrHarrisonMcCoy
Oct 22 @ 9:35 PM EDT
Totally amazing to see a principal supporting and promoting what her teachers are doing!
#txeduchat
SarahDeslatte
Oct 22 @ 9:34 PM EDT
Want to see AWESOME learning experiences in 3/4? Follow
@class_torres
@missgideon4
@Courtneybutton9
@Conine3rd
& their teams!
#txeduchat
conniehamilton
Oct 22 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Here’s the GRR model shared by
@NancyFrey
and
@DFISHERSDSU
#txeduchat
In reply to @TracieGCain, @NancyFrey, @DFISHERSDSU
Conine3rd
Oct 22 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Her question of the day idea is one of my favorites (and my kids) I've been doing that instead of morning messages. They love it
#txeduchat
In reply to @ToshMcGaughy, @JoyKirr
ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:36 PM EDT
#txeduchat
A5: Explaining it to other teachers. Even though it's good pedagogy, it can look scary without context. This is intentional!
MrsGabbertBHE
Oct 22 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A5: The unknown of not knowing what Ss will say and do and me not being in total control.
#txeduchat
In reply to @class_torres
Texaslifeskills
Oct 22 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A5: Relinquishment of control in the Life Skills classroom needs to be measured. It’s a ...delicate operation 😜
#txeduchat
conniehamilton
Oct 22 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A5: Hardest part of giving control to Ss is staying out of their way. HARD to stay back & watch. Doesn’t “feel” like teaching.
#txeduchat
DrHarrisonMcCoy
Oct 22 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A5: For many teachers it is the risk factor. Sometimes Admin say they are on board with S-control, but they aren't really sure.
#txeduchat
PeacockTaiL
Oct 22 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A5: Structuring the classroom so it's not chaos. Takes time, but can be done.
#txeduchat
walwema
Oct 22 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A. managing time equitably and fairly in class so all ss have a say.
#txeduchat
In reply to @class_torres
SarahDeslatte
Oct 22 @ 9:38 PM EDT
Follow
@kdpearson
@fribergsclass
@MrsgarciaBHE
@misshummelclass
to see how to engage K-2 w/
@ronclarkacademy
strategies!
#TXEduChat
JDuddingtonBHE
Oct 22 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A5:Giving control! Allowing for the lesson to go a diff way than planned. Helps identify misconceptions and increases relevance.
#txeduchat
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A5: You never know what the outcome will be. And that's terrifying. But it can end in some amazing moments. RELINQUISH CONTROL!
#txeduchat
TracieGCain
Oct 22 @ 9:39 PM EDT
Would love for you girls to share on
#URockEDU
! Goal is to showcase and inspire teacher leaders like these!
#txeduchat
In reply to @SarahDeslatte, @class_torres, @missgideon4, @Courtneybutton9, @Conine3rd
conniehamilton
Oct 22 @ 9:39 PM EDT
I’ll say it WON’T happen organically. It has to be intentionally planned.
#txeduchat
mrs_deaton
Oct 22 @ 9:37 PM EDT
Planning for high engagement is SO important! Can’t always happen organically.
In reply to @conniehamilton
missgideon4
Oct 22 @ 9:39 PM EDT
A5: Fear that it won't go the way we want or expect it to go. Yet typically, it allows us to see where it really needed to go
#txeduchat
DrHarrisonMcCoy
Oct 22 @ 9:39 PM EDT
Had that very convo with a T last week. Said he didn't have time not to teach. I said "you've got it backwards."
#txeduchat
In reply to @conniehamilton
conniehamilton
Oct 22 @ 9:39 PM EDT
Yep.
#TXEduChat
BenBo370
Oct 22 @ 9:38 PM EDT
GRR=gradual release of responsibility?
In reply to @conniehamilton
mrs_deaton
Oct 22 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A5: Well, the not being in control is the tough part for me! All the WHAT IF THEY DON’Ts make me nervous
#txeduchat
ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:40 PM EDT
#txeduchat
Yes! It feels weird at first. Tons of front loading work to make it happen but then Ss are doing all the work.
conniehamilton
Oct 22 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A5: Hardest part of giving control to Ss is staying out of their way. HARD to stay back & watch. Doesn’t “feel” like teaching.
#txeduchat
MrsgarciaBHE
Oct 22 @ 9:40 PM EDT
#txeduchat
Belen from Blue Haze Elementary. Glad to join!
williams4bhe
Oct 22 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A3: Having my kids make relevance connections daily has increased their engagement.
#txeduchat
In reply to @ash_helms
sbentonteach
Oct 22 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A5: Realizing that the process can be messy as long as Ss are learning.
#txeduchat
In reply to @class_torres
conniehamilton
Oct 22 @ 9:41 PM EDT
Validate teachers by recognizing the effort that happens behind the scenes during planning to make learning look effortless.
#TXEduChat
ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:40 PM EDT
#txeduchat
Yes! It feels weird at first. Tons of front loading work to make it happen but then Ss are doing all the work.
conniehamilton
Oct 22 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A5: Hardest part of giving control to Ss is staying out of their way. HARD to stay back & watch. Doesn’t “feel” like teaching.
#txeduchat
ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:41 PM EDT
#txeduchat
❤️ this! Exciting when the Ss take the lesson where it needs to go.
missgideon4
Oct 22 @ 9:39 PM EDT
A5: Fear that it won't go the way we want or expect it to go. Yet typically, it allows us to see where it really needed to go
#txeduchat
fribergsclass
Oct 22 @ 9:41 PM EDT
Me too! I want to guide Ss to be sure they get where they need to be. More and more Ss are rising to the challenge w/o pushing
#txeduchat
MrsGabbertBHE
Oct 22 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A5: The unknown of not knowing what Ss will say and do and me not being in total control.
#txeduchat
In reply to @class_torres
ryanvhill
Oct 22 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A5: Transforming to a S centered inquiry model when I was Ting was hard, well worth as I became facilitator rather than sage
#txeduchat
walwema
Oct 22 @ 9:42 PM EDT
true, a discussion could take on any direction.
#txeduchat
In reply to @class_torres
TracieGCain
Oct 22 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A5: Hardest part is doing it every day. It's so easy to slip back into the routine. Love Blue Haze team keeps all on track.
#txeduchat
Ms_Vinson
Oct 22 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A5: Allowing the students to lead the discussion, and praying it doesn’t confuse peers.
#TXEduChat
kdpearson
Oct 22 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A5: The hardest part is knowing that it will organized chaos. & trusting students to rise up in the chaos.
#txeduchat
DrHarrisonMcCoy
Oct 22 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A5: I told a T last week she was working way too hard doing all of the talking. She almost cried, asked for help to do otherwise.
#txeduchat
Jaibyrd123
Oct 22 @ 9:43 PM EDT
As with everything, it only becomes systemic if admin truly buys in
#txeduchat
DrHarrisonMcCoy
Oct 22 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A5: For many teachers it is the risk factor. Sometimes Admin say they are on board with S-control, but they aren't really sure.
#txeduchat
williams4bhe
Oct 22 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A5: Letting go of my control is hard - but letting the kids control the conversations is working. Getting better daily.
#txeduchat
In reply to @class_torres
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:43 PM EDT
#txeduchat
Can't believe it's the last one already!!
ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:43 PM EDT
#txeduchat
Laughed at this. Yes, there will be tangents. Crazy, delightful tangents.
Ms_Vinson
Oct 22 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A5: Allowing the students to lead the discussion, and praying it doesn’t confuse peers.
#TXEduChat
kdpearson
Oct 22 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A5: The hardest part is knowing that it will be organized chaos. & trusting students to rise up in the chaos.
#txeduchat
DrHarrisonMcCoy
Oct 22 @ 9:44 PM EDT
The thing is, Ts would be far less stressed with a student-controlled, student-centered classroom. Just more fun, too!
#txeduchat
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:44 PM EDT
Self-awareness and asking for help is a big step in the right direction!!
#txeduchat
In reply to @DrHarrisonMcCoy
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:45 PM EDT
It is WAY more fun in a student-centered room.
#txeduchat
DrHarrisonMcCoy
Oct 22 @ 9:44 PM EDT
The thing is, Ts would be far less stressed with a student-controlled, student-centered classroom. Just more fun, too!
#txeduchat
mrs_deaton
Oct 22 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A6: Be intentional. Get to know who they are when they aren’t your student.
#txeduchat
ryanvhill
Oct 22 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A6: Rotations (like math) where you release responsibility to Ss is a great time to connect w/ Ss in small groups or 1:1 (elem)
#txeduchat
PeacockTaiL
Oct 22 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A6: Listen to them! Take an interest in what they like and remember it to build relationships. Just like you would with adults.
#txeduchat
SarahDeslatte
Oct 22 @ 9:45 PM EDT
I believe in our Ts 100%! Taking risks, being okay w/failure, striving to improve, culture, & putting kids first!
#BestStaffEver
#txeduchat
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:39 PM EDT
So lucky to have
@SarahDeslatte
Supports me 100% and I owe a lot of my success to her. A supportive principal makes all the difference!
In reply to @DrHarrisonMcCoy, @SarahDeslatte
Texaslifeskills
Oct 22 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A6: I hang out with them while they’re doing their
@geniushour
project work.
#txeduchat
Conine3rd
Oct 22 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A6: recess conversations are a great way to get to know my Ss
#txeduchat
williams4bhe
Oct 22 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A6: My Ss must must know that I care about their personal life. We talk sports, movies, and family.
#txeduchat
In reply to @class_torres
fribergsclass
Oct 22 @ 9:46 PM EDT
I try to have lunch with them. Go to sports games, working in small group asking ?s about their interest, morning meeting.
#txeduchat
ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:46 PM EDT
#txeduchat
A6: While they are busy working, I'd plop down next to them & do quick check-ins, informal chats.
JDuddingtonBHE
Oct 22 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A6:I talk to the Ss I see in the hallway, open mornings, lunchroom and make an effort to engage in convo outside the classroom.
#txeduchat
walwema
Oct 22 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A6. T must show interest in all aspects of the Ss' life.
#txeduchat
In reply to @class_torres
MrsGabbertBHE
Oct 22 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A6: I find out what their interests are in their life. Building relationships is one of the best ways to get to know your Ss.
#txeduchat
In reply to @class_torres
DrHarrisonMcCoy
Oct 22 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A6: Being present, listening, asking questions, making good calls home all help put the pieces of the puzzle together.
#txeduchat
kdpearson
Oct 22 @ 9:47 PM EDT
Q6. I listen. So many times students willingly let us in but we don't listen. Meet them where they are and simply listen.
#txeduchat
SarahDeslatte
Oct 22 @ 9:47 PM EDT
Absolutely! These
@BlueHazeWSISD
Ts are inspirational, enthusiastic and amazing leaders!
#TXEduChat
In reply to @TracieGCain, @class_torres, @missgideon4, @Courtneybutton9, @Conine3rd, @BlueHazeWSISD
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:47 PM EDT
@JDuddingtonBHE
is amazing at this. She is the best at building relationships in 2 minutes in the hallway or anywhere else :)
#txeduchat
JDuddingtonBHE
Oct 22 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A6:I talk to the Ss I see in the hallway, open mornings, lunchroom and make an effort to engage in convo outside the classroom.
#txeduchat
ryanvhill
Oct 22 @ 9:48 PM EDT
It is the best part of the job I think
#txeduchat
In reply to @MrsGabbertBHE, @class_torres
Isham_Literacy
Oct 22 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A6 Conversations (where you really listen), eye to eye contact that lets them know you care.
#txeduchat
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:43 PM EDT
#txeduchat
Can't believe it's the last one already!!
DigNativesEd
Oct 22 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A6: no teaching the first week of school. Answer 3 ?s, Who are you, who are they and how are we going to solve conflict this year
#txeduchat
sbentonteach
Oct 22 @ 9:49 PM EDT
A6: I use the 2x10 strategy. I spend 2 min for 10 days chatting with one student about anything and everything.
#txeduchat
In reply to @class_torres
SarahDeslatte
Oct 22 @ 9:49 PM EDT
Agree 100%! This is so exciting to see in action with our own
@BlueHazeWSISD
kids!
#TXEduChat
In reply to @missgideon4, @BlueHazeWSISD
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:49 PM EDT
This year
@BlueHazeWSISD
did house calls at the start of the yr and we do morning meetings every morning to build relationships
#txeduchat
conniehamilton
Oct 22 @ 9:49 PM EDT
All quality instruction is grounded in GRR. It’s my favorite workshop to deliver. Imagine PD w/50-60% collaboration.
#TXEduChat
In reply to @BenBo370
ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:50 PM EDT
#txeduchat
House calls are so insightful.
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:49 PM EDT
This year
@BlueHazeWSISD
did house calls at the start of the yr and we do morning meetings every morning to build relationships
#txeduchat
walwema
Oct 22 @ 9:50 PM EDT
How long are the morning meetings?
#txeduchat
In reply to @class_torres, @BlueHazeWSISD
missgideon4
Oct 22 @ 9:51 PM EDT
A6: Send a letter home to parent at the start of yr asking what I need to know about their student. Insight right from the start
#txeduchat
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:52 PM EDT
I schedule 15 minutes, but a lot of the time they're more like 20-25 depending on the topic/day.
#txeduchat
In reply to @walwema, @BlueHazeWSISD
mariasolehannah
Oct 22 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A6: Get involved in their lives. Be compassionate and believe in them.
#txeduchat
Ms_Vinson
Oct 22 @ 9:53 PM EDT
Q6: Ask open ended questions. At recess, in the lunch line,small groups, morning mtg. Ask about their day, sports, siblings etc.
#txeduchat
PeacockTaiL
Oct 22 @ 9:53 PM EDT
Yes! Take the time needed. Since great Meetings in Kinder this year.
#txeduchat
In reply to @class_torres, @walwema, @BlueHazeWSISD
MrsgarciaBHE
Oct 22 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A6: I ask a lot of questions about their pets and family. Try to remember their names and bring it up in our next convo.
#txeduchat
SarahDeslatte
Oct 22 @ 9:53 PM EDT
Our Morning Mtgs are making a HUGE impact on our culture! Soft skills/character are too important not to be discussed daily!
#txeduchat
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:49 PM EDT
This year
@BlueHazeWSISD
did house calls at the start of the yr and we do morning meetings every morning to build relationships
#txeduchat
Ms_Vinson
Oct 22 @ 9:54 PM EDT
A6: Ask open ended questions. At recess, in the lunch line,small groups, morning mtg. Ask about their day, sports, siblings etc.
#txeduchat
UrbanEdChat
Oct 22 @ 9:55 PM EDT
Coming to Houston, TX
#fuelgreatminds
#satchat
#UrbanEdChat
#5thchat
#txeduchat
#ntchat
https://t.co/kzGUxVgYFn
FuelGreatMinds
Oct 22 @ 9:55 PM EDT
Coming to Houston, TX
#fuelgreatminds
#satchat
#UrbanEdChat
#5thchat
#txeduchat
#ntchat
https://t.co/xciRrHBdgy
ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:55 PM EDT
#Txeduchat
Sometimes the little things carry the most weight in building relationships.
MrsgarciaBHE
Oct 22 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A6: I ask a lot of questions about their pets and family. Try to remember their names and bring it up in our next convo.
#txeduchat
ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:55 PM EDT
#txeduchat
Please join me in thanking our Elementary Texas Teacher of the Year, Marissa Torres for guest moderating!
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:56 PM EDT
#txeduchat
I can't believe it's over already! This was my first time moderating a chat and you ALL made it so much fun!
SarahDeslatte
Oct 22 @ 9:56 PM EDT
You are great at building relationships and really KNOWING each your kids! Relationships come first!
#txeduchat
In reply to @Ms_Vinson
ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:57 PM EDT
#txeduchat
You rocked it like a pro!
class_torres
Oct 22 @ 9:56 PM EDT
#txeduchat
I can't believe it's over already! This was my first time moderating a chat and you ALL made it so much fun!
poida
Oct 22 @ 9:57 PM EDT
A6: Ask them to write and submit a "story" about something that was a "powerful learning experience" for them.
#txeduchat
Conine3rd
Oct 22 @ 9:58 PM EDT
Thanks
#workwife
!!! Awesome job! Learned a lot
#txeduchat
In reply to @class_torres
ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:58 PM EDT
#txeduchat
Please join us next week for something a little scary...
@Jaibyrd123
DrHarrisonMcCoy
Oct 22 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Made me want to take the day off and visit
@class_torres
and Blue Haze ES and get schooled.
#txeduchat
poida
Oct 22 @ 9:59 PM EDT
👉 Belongs in every classroom, every staffroom! It's happening right now at
#txeduchat
⚠️ Admins!
https://t.co/BN9gXihtvF
DrHarrisonMcCoy
Oct 22 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Ooooh. Soooo scarey!
#txeduchat
ToshMcGaughy
Oct 22 @ 9:58 PM EDT
#txeduchat
Please join us next week for something a little scary...
@Jaibyrd123