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MrsMurat Apr 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Want to save time or learn a new app? Check out this STUDENT app smackdown https://t.co/vKWUdHX4Zi #moedchat #ditchbook

NoodleMarkets Apr 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT

The future is now! 62% of districts have a digital content and curriculum strategy. #ditchbook https://t.co/Jp0VxKnPIQ

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Welcome! Let's get #Ditchbook started! @jmattmiller @SEANJFAHEY @KarlyMoura @sandyrotto @leadlaughlearn @SingerTeach https://t.co/F2rjw9DBA9

MrsPug1 Apr 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT

@FirstAtBat Thanks, Terry! Missed it. Just got on here! About to do "Rethinking Homework" with #ditchbook.

FHS_Anton Apr 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT

HS Social Studies Teacher from SW Mo. (Forsyth) here. #MOedchat #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT

@MrsPug1 @FirstAtBat Welcome! Great to have you join us #DitchBook

AdrianAdvinMT Apr 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Hello! I'm Adrian from Bozeman, MT. Looking forward to rethink HW with you all #DitchBook

JoyousScience Apr 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Joy Kidd from Prosper, Texas, visiting my favorite Twitter chat. #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Hi #Ditchbook! Rachel, instructional coach, ditching from Bozeman, MT. Excited to co-mod w @SEANJFAHEY tonight!

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Karly, TOSA from SF Bay Area, CA. Super pumped for this chat! #ditchbook

emosier3 Apr 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Good evening, #ditchbook friends! Evan Mosier, 6th grade LA teacher and Tech Integrationist from Davenport, Iowa.

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Im glad to see you here! #DitchBook https://t.co/Qpq7Au36My

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Hi #Ditchbook! Rachel, instructional coach, ditching from Bozeman, MT. Excited to co-mod w @SEANJFAHEY tonight!

leadlaughlearn - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Chantell, Tech Director ditching from IN! #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT

So glad you're here @AdrianAdvinMT! Welcome back to #Ditchbook!

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Evening #ditchbook crew! Im Sean, a 4th grade teacher from Indiana & will be co-moderating tonight w/ @rachelmarker

ChrisTuckerEdu Apr 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Chris Tucker, assistant principal at Western Boone HS #DitchBook

RESP3CTtheGAME Apr 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Brian, HS comm arts in WI ready to discuss HW with the #ditchbook crew!

FHS_Anton Apr 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT

I feel the same about homework today as I did as a student, by the way--What's the point? #ditchbook

MrHagemeister Apr 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Joe Hagemeister, Tech/Curriculum Specialist, Bozeman, MT!!!!! Thanks for moderating @rachelmarker #ditchbook

CHSTechTeacher Apr 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Stephanie from Fort Worth. I'm a technology coach & help Ts integrate tech in their instruction #ditchbook

csstone1161 Apr 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT

#INelearn off to #ditchbook I go! great chat!

MsYorksClass Apr 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT

#ditchbook #kidsdeserveit #caedchat #cuerockstar #edchat #connectedtl #tosachat #nwtosachat https://t.co/aamhKH9rX8

KidsDeserveIt Apr 11 @ 7:16 PM EDT

Episode 25 of #KidsDeserveIt with The Gridley Girls 04/17 (Sunday) 05:30pm PDT. Subscribe now ➼ https://t.co/I9Y5qBjVvn

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT

@JoyousScience Hi Joy! Glad you could join us! #Ditchbook

MsMagerMath Apr 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Bethany, math teacher from Chicago. It's been a while & I'm excited to get some ideas on HW from #DitchBook!

PerkyScience Apr 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT

DianaLyn from Texas. MS science teacher. Exploring homework! #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Mandi, HS Math from MO. Love #ditchbook and excited about topic. I have many thoughts :-)

kmartintahoe Apr 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Kelly from Lake Tahoe, CA. EdTech & curriculum coordinator excited to chat about hw! Didn't assign much as a T & not a fan as a P #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT

It's my extreme honor! Glad you're joining us on #Ditchbook @MrHagemeister

mtkristigaines Apr 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hi All! Kristi Gaines, 2nd grade teacher from Bozeman, MT. Excited to talk about ditching homework! #DitchBook

pjcerullo Apr 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Happy Thursday! Phil, 5th grade teacher, from NJ ready to talk about HW. #ditchbook

treyw97 Apr 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Good evening, Trey Wright Assistant Principal in McKinney, Texas. Glad to be here. #ditchbook

slogue89 Apr 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Rocky Logue Central Coast Ca 7th grade SS...I'll try not to cough on you #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT

@KarlyMoura Woot, Karly! Let's get our HW talk on! #Ditchbook

csstone1161 Apr 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT

#ditchbook Chevin from Indiana 8th grade science

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT

@burgessdave Are you joining us Dave??? It's gonna get CRAZY =) #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Great! Excited to hear your thoughts further. #DitchBook https://t.co/lDgPN1gOJz

FHS_Anton Apr 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT

I feel the same about homework today as I did as a student, by the way--What's the point? #ditchbook

RemScience Apr 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT

#DitchBook Hi all! :) https://t.co/4YKjEcrNOx

zonie71 Apr 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hey, all! Krista, 5G teacher from SE Michigan. Checking in while working on a newsletter... #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Q1 is here! #Ditchbook @jmattmiller @SEANJFAHEY @KarlyMoura @sandyrotto @leadlaughlearn @SingerTeach https://t.co/P2hTrlKOsL

golliharsclass Apr 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT

#ditchbook @golliharsclass back in the #DitchBook house!

golliharsclass Apr 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT

#ditchbook @golliharsclass back in the #DitchBook house!

MrsPug1 Apr 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Megan from Fl, 3rd grade teacher #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT

@leadlaughlearn The crew has arrived! Excellent! #Ditchbook

FirstAtBat Apr 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hi I am Terry from Fl #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Here is the Poll for Q1 #ditchbook @rachelmarker @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura @sandyrotto @leadlaughlearn @SingerTeach https://t.co/InzvJ5453n

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 4:14 PM EDT

Tonights #DitchBook chat is about homework. So we want to know, Which bests describes your view on HW? #edchat

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT

@RemScience Hey friend! #ditchbook

MsYorksClass Apr 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hello, #DitchBook! Laurie, 4th Grade, from Gridley, CA.

brianrozinsky Apr 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Evenin' #ditchbook. I'm Brian. I teach MS students English & we ditch in CO.

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT

@RESP3CTtheGAME Yeah, glad you're here, Brian! #Ditchbook

mck2002 Apr 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hey all! McKenzie, Sp Ed teacher from NJ still awake and ready to talk hw #ditchbook

sandyrotto Apr 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Sandy Otto, middle school ELA teacher from MN. Excited for tonight's #Ditchbook Can't go wrong w/ @SEANJFAHEY and @rachelmarker at the helm.

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A1 After the school day I want Ss to play, connect w fam/friends + pursue passions. I always encourage rdg, but nothing req'd. #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT

@zonie71 WOOT!!! Hey #hyperdocing #ditchbook pal!!! =)

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT

@ChrisTuckerEdu Great to have some admin here! Thx for joining us. #Ditchbook

MrsPug1 Apr 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT

And I'm grading homework! : P #DitchBook

MelSailer Apr 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT

#DitchBook Mel Sailer 5th grade science teacher in Texas not a fan of homework for my students or my children

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT

We are going ahead and getting this started quickly tonight! Q1 already posted! #DitchBook

halversonandrea Apr 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Andrea, Tech Integration from MN. Popping in as much as I can! #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT

@MsMagerMath Great! Glad you're joining us. What grades do you teach? #Ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT

BOOOO! #DitchBook https://t.co/UuxGn1mElg

MrsPug1 Apr 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT

And I'm grading homework! : P #DitchBook

mck2002 Apr 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT

I don't give hw. My kids don't do it anyways, so it just becomes an aggravation. Other ways to assess understanding #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A1 My HW policy has evolved this past year. But I've always told Ss & Ps that it WASN'T my goal to give Ss HW every night #DitchBook

kmartintahoe Apr 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A1:I assigned very little as a t. As a P & admin I hate the worksheets sent home w/ so many kids. Ineffective for learning. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Hey there #DitchBook! Matt here, #DitchBook author ... ready to jump into this interesting discussion about homework!

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Hey there #DitchBook! Matt here, #DitchBook author ... ready to jump into this interesting discussion about homework!

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT

@kmartintahoe Same here. Never assigned much, and all but stopped at end. As a P, I'm not a fan either! #Ditchbook

zonie71 Apr 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Facing crummy P email tonight as RCs went out today. All over HW. Ugh. #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Ahhhhhhhhhhhh a #GridleyEd peep is here in #ditchbook!!! I LOVE these ladies! #GridleyGirlsRock! Hi Laurie! =) https://t.co/5lZ9mPzzlq

MsYorksClass Apr 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hello, #DitchBook! Laurie, 4th Grade, from Gridley, CA.

mtkristigaines Apr 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A2: Ask my second graders to interact with a book of their choice with a family member each night. Other than that, no homework. #DitchBook

jchristie23 Apr 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Jeremy from #stateofhockey 5th ELA #DitchBook

thedullguy Apr 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT

@csstone1161 I'll be there! Gonna keep one eye open on #ditchbook, too.

kmartintahoe Apr 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT

@halversonandrea hi Andrea! #ditchbook

leadlaughlearn - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT

R1 When HW is assigned, give multi days to complete. Strive for P involvement or flipping. NEVER over weekend or break!! #ditchbook

FHS_Anton Apr 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A1: Only HW I give is to prepare for exams, and to research, and be sure to keep up in class. Can't be low DOK stuff #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT

@treyw97 Another principal! Such an impt discussion for Ts and Ps. Glad you're here! #Ditchbook

ChrisTuckerEdu Apr 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A1: IF you give HW, it needs to be meaningful. No need to give 20 of the same problems. #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1 I am actually looking at going completely #noHW next year except for Ss studying class topics or reading for pleasure #DitchBook

FirstAtBat Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1: I ditched homework this yr. Best decision. #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

@MsMagerMath Sure thing! Glad we have some HS Ts here. The perspective is likely different from elem. #Ditchbook

slogue89 Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1 anything you do well you're going to have to put in extra time, but it must be meaningful & not just becuse. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1: I've done VERY little homework over the last several years. Low return on investment for Ss + family time is crucial. #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

@kmartintahoe @halversonandrea @RemScience WOW!!! Look at all our amazing #TOSAChat peeps jumping into #ditchbook tonight! =) YAY!

dr_riina Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Sorry I'm late! I'm Dr. Riina from STL. I teach ELA 9. #DitchBook

DrShannonbray Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Shannon elem. principal from Newport Beach, CA. Participating in my 1st chat. Look forward to talking hw. #ditchbook

thomasboles Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Hello, Thomas here from San Francisco. #ditchbook ready to ditch/talk homework.

MJmbmartinez12 Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Melissa, 4th grade, AZ #ditchbook

golliharsclass Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

#ditchbook A1: HW is useless. It's not taken for a grade, Ss don't want to do it, Ts don't want to grade it. It's not a meaningful task.

FHS_Anton Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Another reason I don't assign it, ha. #ditchbook https://t.co/1Z83pPCf52

MrsPug1 Apr 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT

And I'm grading homework! : P #DitchBook

FirstAtBat Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Did I miss the poll? #DitchBook

sandyrotto Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1:I don't see anything other than Ss interest-driven activities as meaningful "home" work.This exploration can take many forms. #ditchbook

kmartintahoe Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

@KarlyMoura @halversonandrea @RemScience I know right?! Love it! #DitchBook

emosier3 Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1: Only homework in my class is a required weekly reading log with summaries #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Here's the POLL in case you missed it! #Ditchbook https://t.co/KCevWdTbLf

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Here is the Poll for Q1 #ditchbook @rachelmarker @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura @sandyrotto @leadlaughlearn @SingerTeach https://t.co/InzvJ5453n
- SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 4:14 PM EDT
  
  Tonights #DitchBook chat is about homework. So we want to know, Which bests describes your view on HW? #edchat

slogue89 Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1 HW also should not consume the Ss or the Ts we all have better things to do #DitchBook

treyw97 Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1: Elementary Perspective: I am not a fan at all. Other than 20 minutes reading with your family and fact fluency. Go play! #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1: We call it practice (not HW) in my math classroom and needs to be done in the class so Ss have support. #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

@zonie71 Bummer =( I'm sorry. #ditchbook

MrsPug1 Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1 I give a packet of HW so Ss can choose when they want to do it. I feel it is good practice if Ss have support at home. #DitchBook

Stanton_Lit Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Hello #DitchBook, Misty Instructional Literacy Coach for MS from Virginia. Ready to talk about HW.

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Share your thoughts via the Twitter poll! #ditchbook @rachelmarker @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura @sandyrotto https://t.co/bdFvZpsSuJ

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 4:14 PM EDT

Tonights #DitchBook chat is about homework. So we want to know, Which bests describes your view on HW? #edchat

AdrianAdvinMT Apr 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A1: As a principal, I don't have a HW policy, but we are exploring the idea of no mandatory HW at our school next year #DitchBook

MrsAlligood13 Apr 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A little late! I'm Jerrica, 3rd grade teacher, Florida! #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT

@brianrozinsky Hey Brian! Looking forward to hearing the MS perspective. Welcome! #Ditchbook

zonie71 Apr 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT

HW is what S didn't do in class (and could/should have). Also, only 1 math page per night, b/c of district curriculum #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT

THIS! After a while, it becomes mindless repetition, and that helps no one. #DitchBook https://t.co/9jDlURSPed

ChrisTuckerEdu Apr 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A1: IF you give HW, it needs to be meaningful. No need to give 20 of the same problems. #DitchBook

jdeek Apr 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT

#ditchbook @Jill_Ross Can't wait to see what is on tap tonight.

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT

@MsYorksClass Hey Laurie! Welcome! #Ditchbook

JoyousScience Apr 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT

@golliharsclass And I can't really grade it: who knows who had help and who didn't? Not fair to Ss. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Great rules here! #DitchBook https://t.co/259dU8RqTt

leadlaughlearn - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT

R1 When HW is assigned, give multi days to complete. Strive for P involvement or flipping. NEVER over weekend or break!! #ditchbook

CHSTechTeacher Apr 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A1: Most of what I did was project based, so HW became things they would work on to finish what they didn't complete in class. #ditchbook

MsMagerMath Apr 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A1 Still give homework in HS math. Looking for ways to give better feedback so that it's more meaningful #DitchBook

kmartintahoe Apr 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Yes! Family time should always come first. #ditchbook https://t.co/Xz6FfjxIkC

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1: I've done VERY little homework over the last several years. Low return on investment for Ss + family time is crucial. #DitchBook

pjcerullo Apr 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: I have really tryied to cut down hw this year. I did a schedule this year where certain subj were assigned on certain nights. #ditchbook

MsYorksClass Apr 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: 4th Gr -- Currently one pg of EngageNY math + cursive tracing each night. 30 min reading which is def not happening this yr. #ditchbook

FirstAtBat Apr 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT

I share a list of skills and suggested Qs to chat about . Encourage reading, but no recording of it. #DitchBook

kmartintahoe Apr 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@DrShannonbray this is a great one to start with! #DitchBook

MrHagemeister Apr 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1I heard a principal talk the other night @AdrianAdvinMT about how busy kids already are. I want to be there to help kids on hw #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@ChrisTuckerEdu And let Ss decide when they've have enough practice to be successful. #DitchBook

kmsfrog Apr 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@SEANJFAHEY how do I access the poll #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@MrsPug1 Support at home is an interesting piece. Do you feel your Ss have it? #Ditchbook

FHS_Anton Apr 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@TTmomTT I think a ton of p's would agree w/ this this as well! #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@Stanton_Lit Hi Misty! Glad you could join us! #Ditchbook

csstone1161 Apr 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT

#ditchbook HW is for Ts who are maschocists (did I spell that right?)

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT

I love the idea of choice and family involvement in homework ... IF it is done at all for elem. #DitchBook https://t.co/3cAkq1JdGc

treyw97 Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1: Elementary Perspective: I am not a fan at all. Other than 20 minutes reading with your family and fact fluency. Go play! #ditchbook

FirstAtBat Apr 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT

There is that IF factor, and it is a big factor. #ditchbook https://t.co/IoqxFsFfh9

MrsPug1 Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1 I give a packet of HW so Ss can choose when they want to do it. I feel it is good practice if Ss have support at home. #DitchBook

slogue89 Apr 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1 I don't think HW should not necessarily be graded. Wins and loses don't count in practice. #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1. I don't think kids have enough time w/ their families. I prefer families spend quality time together rather than doing HW. #ditchbook

MrsAlligood13 Apr 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1 Currently do a weekly pack of skills that have already been explicitly taught in class. Not for a grade, only for practice #ditchbook

RemScience Apr 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: As mom to a K S, hw is my nemesis. Hate paper! Love PBL and expecting work at home for proj. is worthwhile.#DitchBook

MJmbmartinez12 Apr 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: HW is a tough one for me, we are a 4 day week school so I do give it but it's cyclical and only math #ditchbook

PerkyScience Apr 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT

@leadlaughlearn I always allow at least 2 days even for simple homework. Ss have a life beyond school and that is good! #DitchBook

kmartintahoe Apr 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT

@slogue89 or parents time...and don't get me started on projects over breaks! UGH! #DitchBook

treyw97 Apr 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1: This is a great read for talking with parents and other Ts. https://t.co/kZpHp8an5T #eddelem #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Support at home is a HUGE determining factor in student (and homework) success. #DitchBook https://t.co/K9XynH0ehL

MrsPug1 Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1 I give a packet of HW so Ss can choose when they want to do it. I feel it is good practice if Ss have support at home. #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT

@kmsfrog Its a quoted tweet #DitchBook https://t.co/w6BEnbSklq

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1: I've done VERY little homework over the last several years. Low return on investment for Ss + family time is crucial. #DitchBook

zonie71 Apr 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT

I'm about to eliminate all HW, but how to hold Ss account when prepping for MS??? #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT

@zonie71 Is this somewhat "policy" in your district? Or do Ts get to choose what HW looks like? #Ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT

@Stanton_Lit Hey Misty! #DitchBook

pjcerullo Apr 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1: Not a big believer in HW. Would only have reading nightly, but I feel no one would. #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT

@KarlyMoura Me too. And many Ss don't have anyone at home to help them causing them to be unsuccessful. #DitchBook

Stanton_Lit Apr 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1: As a T and a parent I am against HW. I will give the occasional flipped class assignment but under 10 min. #DitchBook

RESP3CTtheGAME Apr 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1 Practice & formative assessment can be taken care of during class. No need for HW. Read, play, work, recharge after school #ditchbook

ChrisTuckerEdu Apr 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1: I agree with reading at home being important. It's good for families to read together! #DitchBook #FormerEnglishTeacher

MsMarshallCMS Apr 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Hmwk is only ok when Ss choose it because they are so pumped about class learning they want to go deeper #DitchBook https://t.co/fCmL4NKQCD

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Share your thoughts via the Twitter poll! #ditchbook @rachelmarker @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura @sandyrotto https://t.co/bdFvZpsSuJ
- SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 4:14 PM EDT
  
  Tonights #DitchBook chat is about homework. So we want to know, Which bests describes your view on HW? #edchat

FirstAtBat Apr 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT

That is what my initial letter stated at the beginning of the yr. #ditchbook https://t.co/eCz7FsHGsm

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1. I don't think kids have enough time w/ their families. I prefer families spend quality time together rather than doing HW. #ditchbook

DrShannonbray Apr 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: most of the time it is not productive to student learning and just used as a compliance tool. reading most important #DitchBook

MsMagerMath Apr 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT

@ChrisTuckerEdu Yes! Kids are either board if they understand or more frustrated if they don't #DitchBook

Stanton_Lit Apr 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT

@jmattmiller Great to see you too. I was rereading some of your book today. #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Moving on #ditchbook! Here is Q2 @rachelmarker @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura @sandyrotto @leadlaughlearn @SingerTeach https://t.co/plXkB6wBlP

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Yowza ... at this rate, we're gonna be trending, #DitchBook! Keep the rainbows and awesomeness coming!

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT

@JoyousScience @golliharsclass Such a great point. Ts don't have time to review, and unfair to grade. #Ditchbook

MelSailer Apr 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A2 I have emailed a question home a week the family can discuss at some point-as easy as how is a laundry basket like rock layers #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Seriously Id be safe to say 0% of jobs require work to be done at home outside office hours #DitchBook https://t.co/w6BEnbSklq

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1: I've done VERY little homework over the last several years. Low return on investment for Ss + family time is crucial. #DitchBook

halversonandrea Apr 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1) When teaching music, no HW. Dislike homework, particularly for younger students. #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT

@MsYorksClass YES! I have a #GridleyEd blab promo tweet set to go out at 7:30! =) #Ditchbook

golliharsclass Apr 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT

#ditchbook A1: I use HW to allow Ss to get into a Read Aloud I do for lunch. #HungerGames and to follow through with strategies. Never 100%

brianrozinsky Apr 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1 I set HW expectations for choice reading: 25 min/day, ideally in just-right book 8th grader wants to pick up. Opposite of #ditchbook?

slogue89 Apr 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1 if there's no support at home isn't grading HW punishment? Do we expect an Elm or MS student to get it done on their own? #DitchBook

dr_riina Apr 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT

In HS ELA, we give HW. BUT. Meaningful, short, used in class the next day. In Elem. I'd say no, but HS Ss need prep for college. #DitchBook

Stanton_Lit Apr 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A2: I love having the Ss tell their parent(s) one thing they learned at school. #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT

@CHSTechTeacher Great to hear your project-based approach. Work not completed in class seems like a thread tonight. #Ditchbook

sandyrotto Apr 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT

You're speaking my language, Brian! Give Ss time to explore their interests/passions and be creative. #ditchbook https://t.co/n9RLp0rriM

RESP3CTtheGAME Apr 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1 Practice & formative assessment can be taken care of during class. No need for HW. Read, play, work, recharge after school #ditchbook

MrHagemeister Apr 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A1.2 meaning I want my kids to do hw at school. if it taught in the day that's my issue. Homework can't be one size fits all #ditchbook

JoyousScience Apr 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A2: "Photograph an example of what we're learning about to share with the class tomorrow." #DitchBook

emosier3 Apr 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A1: Another thought - it's important for kids to be active in sports, music, theatre, etc w/o being burdened. #ditchbook

RemScience Apr 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@treyw97 @Salon Fantastic article indeed! Glad it's circulating! #DitchBook

kmartintahoe Apr 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@RemScience agree as a parent of a 1st grader. His is in Spanish too that's enough work for us since we're not fluent! #DitchBook

PerkyScience Apr 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A2 I wonder about passion projects, Genius Hour and other activities that are meaning to Ss. #ditchbook

slogue89 Apr 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A2 give Ss an idea of what they need to know own and let them chose how they learn it. #DitchBook

halversonandrea Apr 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@kmartintahoe Hi Kelly! #ditchbook

zonie71 Apr 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT

.@rachelmarker More of an "expectation". I only do math as HW. All else can be done in class if time used wisely. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT

I'm always more concerned with progress in homework -- are we getting better -- than just tallying right/wrong answers. #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Do this a lot! Get Ss to apply learning to real world #DitchBook https://t.co/eogbGhx96T

JoyousScience Apr 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A2: "Photograph an example of what we're learning about to share with the class tomorrow." #DitchBook

MrsAlligood13 Apr 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@FirstAtBat @MrsPug1 Do you feel like parents who are involved expect HW? Would be unhappy if Ss didn't have HW? #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@MsYorksClass How much HW do you think this amts to? Do most Ss seem to be able to complete? #Ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A2 Instead of a wrksht or other busywork, ask Ss: notice s/thing in your envmt / ask fam/commty member a Q / get good nite sleep #Ditchbook

MsMagerMath Apr 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A2 Many options for HW using tech. Trying options with @classkick, Google Classroom and loving @Desmos activity builder ##DitchBook

pjcerullo Apr 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@MsYorksClass Are you having a problem with the 30 minutes of reading too? I feel like mine are not "really doing it" #ditchbook

sandyrotto Apr 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@MsMarshallCMS @SEANJFAHEY @rachelmarker @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura True.SS-selected activities rarely feel like homework to them. #ditchbook

FirstAtBat Apr 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A2: Offered opportunities for family projects, encourage discussion at home. Shared ideas for practice like games, cooking. #DitchBook

RemScience Apr 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@kmartintahoe Dual immersion? #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@MrsPug1 Parents are a whole 'nother ball of wax. Look for a question coming up that addresses this! #Ditchbook

MrHagemeister Apr 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A2 theflippd clrm is a interesting start. I would much rather kids get the base at home and practice and grow under my supervsn #ditchbook

AdrianAdvinMT Apr 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@KarlyMoura I agree! Me & 3 other As presented to our board this past Monday and shared our #shadowastudent experience. Fam 1st! #DitchBook

PerkyScience Apr 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@slogue89 I like this as long as scaffolding is there with options presented for learning. What about Ss who do nothing? #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A2: Have only used this a few times, but give Ss something to find before the next class. Acts as a hood for learning. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Two days for homework -- gives flexibility when life happens for Ss. It happens for adults, too! #DitchBook https://t.co/MFcBGQ0NtB

PerkyScience Apr 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT

@leadlaughlearn I always allow at least 2 days even for simple homework. Ss have a life beyond school and that is good! #DitchBook

BBaumeyer Apr 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Absolutely! I can see patterns within answers for 5 math problems vs 20. #ditchbook https://t.co/SJo5Ep5B41

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
THIS! After a while, it becomes mindless repetition, and that helps no one. #DitchBook https://t.co/9jDlURSPed
- ChrisTuckerEdu Apr 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT
  
  A1: IF you give HW, it needs to be meaningful. No need to give 20 of the same problems. #DitchBook

JoyousScience Apr 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@MrsAlligood13 @FirstAtBat @MrsPug1 I've gotten hugs from parents when I told them I don't give HW. #DitchBook

zonie71 Apr 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Isn't grading papers HW for Ts?? #ditchbook

MsMarshallCMS Apr 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@zonie71 I wrote a blog post for Ss and Ps to share my views on homework. You should check it out https://t.co/wtrzIRzgcO #DitchBook

MJmbmartinez12 Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A 2: my kids love to play prodigy which is a math website, they play it at home all the time #ditchbook

FirstAtBat Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

I expected that...all have been happy with it. #ditchbook https://t.co/y0qdHKZQLl

MrsAlligood13 Apr 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@FirstAtBat @MrsPug1 Do you feel like parents who are involved expect HW? Would be unhappy if Ss didn't have HW? #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Obviously the wksheet of 20 prac problems need to disappear. I can use tech & only 5 problems as a formative assessment #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@sandyrotto @MsMarshallCMS @SEANJFAHEY @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura YES! Ss *choosing* to continue work at home is a different thing. #Ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A2 The amazing @wendytownlin suggested a Maker Faire @SunTerrace1 rather than a trad science fair It was amazing Ss & Ps had FUN! #Ditchbook

Stanton_Lit Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Is HW being assigned like a task to check off because that is what is expected or are there connections to class the next day? #DitchBook

kmartintahoe Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@RemScience yep. It's awesome but sometimes the quantity of wasted paper makes me sick! #DitchBook

treyw97 Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A2 I love @tonysinanis Try It Tuesdays: Go home and try something new with your family. Share it on Wednesday. #ditchbook

pjcerullo Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@MsMarshallCMS Great comment and idea for hW! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Ss are accountable for knowing content. Optional learning opportunities available after self assessment #DitchBook https://t.co/vVrivqMOtS

zonie71 Apr 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT

I'm about to eliminate all HW, but how to hold Ss account when prepping for MS??? #ditchbook

jchristie23 Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@rachelmarker love the good night sleep. After Girl Scouts and watching the local play my kids just need to go to bed #DitchBook

DaveWheeler11 Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A1) Homework designed for practice is fine. Grade level=limits to time. Grading homework does not = defining what S's know. #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@AdrianAdvinMT I would love to know more about that! Sounds amazing. #Ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

THANK YOU for sharing this! Check it out #Ditchbook! https://t.co/pCnPmbW3jL

MsMarshallCMS Apr 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@zonie71 I wrote a blog post for Ss and Ps to share my views on homework. You should check it out https://t.co/wtrzIRzgcO #DitchBook

emosier3 Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A2: A revamped reading log could be completed using something similar to KidBlog and blog or summarize as they read! #ditchbook mindset

RESP3CTtheGAME Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A2 Ss may choose to extend their learning, catch up, or study at home, but Ts should be respectful of after school schedules #ditchbook

mtkristigaines Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A2: My goal is always to create enough authentic ?s that they go home asking to find anws. That's my ideal version of homework. #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@jmattmiller I have my Ss track data from assessments so we know what to work on. No points, just learning. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@kmartintahoe I can only imagine! #DitchBook

AdrianAdvinMT Apr 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A2: Instead of assigning drill & kill HW, let's promote the love of reading, or promote the joy of play. #DitchBook

DrShannonbray Apr 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A2:Need new mindset on hw. Create love of learning & stop the worksheet: words 5 times each mentality. #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A2 Alternatives I strive to do is to identify something outside of school Examples: locate evidence of erosion, find diff angles #DitchBook

RemScience Apr 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A2: Worksheets have got to go! Read, create, go outside, build, real life application of learning better than more paper. #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT

@sandyrotto @jmattmiller But is it really required? Great teachers do it because it is necessary for our Ss #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT

This sounds amazing! #Ditchbook https://t.co/CDuXtJ1ZW4

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A2 The amazing @wendytownlin suggested a Maker Faire @SunTerrace1 rather than a trad science fair It was amazing Ss & Ps had FUN! #Ditchbook

BBaumeyer Apr 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT

I've had parents tell me I don't give enough HW. Want me to send extra. #ditchbook https://t.co/y7aE74f5Cq

MrsAlligood13 Apr 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@FirstAtBat @MrsPug1 Do you feel like parents who are involved expect HW? Would be unhappy if Ss didn't have HW? #ditchbook

zonie71 Apr 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT

.@jmattmiller Then what about grading... When grades still matter for parents?? #ditchbook https://t.co/uYJdn6QB6X

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
Ss are accountable for knowing content. Optional learning opportunities available after self assessment #DitchBook https://t.co/vVrivqMOtS
- zonie71 Apr 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT
  
  I'm about to eliminate all HW, but how to hold Ss account when prepping for MS??? #ditchbook

Stanton_Lit Apr 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT

@SEANJFAHEY And in class where T is there to help. My kids do not want my help with Math HW. I have no clue. #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@DaveWheeler11 Agreed. We need to be careful abt HW factoring into grades. Not equitable for all Ss, right? #Ditchbook

ChrisTuckerEdu Apr 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A2: I always liked giving Ss an idea to think about that would lead to discussion the following day. #ditchbook

PerkyScience Apr 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@SEANJFAHEY We do similar activities. Where "homework" is a way for Ss to apply the science from class to the world around them. #ditchbook

MsMarshallCMS Apr 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@KarlyMoura @wendytownlin @SunTerrace1 what about a maker parade? Mobile making have you heard of the kinetic sculpture race? #ditchbook

RemScience Apr 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@rachelmarker Completely agree! This is why we get along. :) #DitchBook

AdrianAdvinMT Apr 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@KarlyMoura https://t.co/wSHluzFA5L #DitchBook

k12lab Apr 14 @ 9:36 AM EDT

Love getting #shadowastudent stories! Here's one from Montana with deep #empathy for transitions and exhaustion https://t.co/BdbrUNz8N1

dutton02 Apr 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A2: encourage Ss and Ps to join a class site. Suggest online practice/videos to compliment classroom content. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT

It's an emotional thing for us parents ... we want to make the most of our valuable mins w/our kids! #DitchBook https://t.co/vICcwjzUuo

JoyousScience Apr 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@MrsAlligood13 @FirstAtBat @MrsPug1 I've gotten hugs from parents when I told them I don't give HW. #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@KarlyMoura @AdrianAdvinMT It was amazing experience for both the admin and the Ss, I think! #Ditchbook

kmartintahoe Apr 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A2: LOSE THE WORKSHEETS! if you're sending home multiple pgs of the same thing ur doing it wrong. #DitchBook

MrsPug1 Apr 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A2 Have sent challenges for Ss and families through messages on ClassDojo and also "Suppertime Stickies." #ditchbook

leadlaughlearn - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A2 Ss should have options for HW, offer choice!Real work instead of busy work. Research or conversations w/family/friends #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@AdrianAdvinMT Thank you! #Ditchbook

MrsAlligood13 Apr 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2 Maybe design some sort of choice for Ss. Move away from pages more to examining/reflecting/building #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT

@RemScience Totally! Plus, my initials are REM, so we're doubly connected! #Ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT

@MsMarshallCMS @wendytownlin @SunTerrace1 NO!!! Sounds fabulous!! #Ditchbook

thomasboles Apr 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A1) I started very methodical about hw & picking problems but now I would push practice of reading and skills not traditional HW. #ditchbook

RemScience Apr 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT

@FirstAtBat #kitchenchemistry was my favorite series of assignments last year. 8th grade science. #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT

What a cool approach. Questioning is a skill for life! #Ditchbook https://t.co/ig44opewYm

mtkristigaines Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A2: My goal is always to create enough authentic ?s that they go home asking to find anws. That's my ideal version of homework. #DitchBook

treyw97 Apr 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A1 More homework doesn't make it a better or more challenging class. #ditchbook

CHSTechTeacher Apr 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2: HW will go away when concepts r not taught in isolation. Once we change our practice, hw will change #ditchbook

brianrozinsky Apr 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2 What if S's pitch HW to T by answering: What can I try in the next 24 hrs to make sense of today's learning & make it stick? #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Hopefully connections. I hate doing ANYTHING just to check it off a list. Gotta be meaningful! #DitchBook https://t.co/a8XVZOlcGE

Stanton_Lit Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Is HW being assigned like a task to check off because that is what is expected or are there connections to class the next day? #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT

@jmattmiller Yup! As a teacher and a parents I know how valuable time is with our kids! #Ditchbook

sandyrotto Apr 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT

. @AdrianAdvinMT Yes-what if their HW was to play,explore,laugh,have fun and discover/invent something new?Now THAT is exciting. #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT

BOOM! Mic drop! #Ditchbook https://t.co/qn7ukhvclI

RemScience Apr 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A2: Worksheets have got to go! Read, create, go outside, build, real life application of learning better than more paper. #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Q3 Padlet: https://t.co/fryUp2lmjt #Ditchbook @jmattmiller @SEANJFAHEY @KarlyMoura @sandyrotto @leadlaughlearn https://t.co/YK71mnY7Xm

zonie71 Apr 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Thankful I can ask tough questions here and get "real" answers!!! ❤️ #ditchbook

JoyousScience Apr 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2: "Count the number of electrical devices that are in your home." (Alt. Energy unit) #DitchBook

emosier3 Apr 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT

@andytadlock Andy! Come on in and join us in the #ditchbook chat, we'd love to have you!!!

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Because that is the way they were taught! #DitchBook https://t.co/QLzCf6SY6J

BBaumeyer Apr 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT
I've had parents tell me I don't give enough HW. Want me to send extra. #ditchbook https://t.co/y7aE74f5Cq
- MrsAlligood13 Apr 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT
  
  @FirstAtBat @MrsPug1 Do you feel like parents who are involved expect HW? Would be unhappy if Ss didn't have HW? #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT

@BBaumeyer I've had this experience, too. We need to help educate Ps who often have very different views on HW. #Ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT

THAT'S the way to do grading. Use data to improve. That's real world stuff. #DitchBook https://t.co/IVoZwX8LbH

TTmomTT - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@jmattmiller I have my Ss track data from assessments so we know what to work on. No points, just learning. #DitchBook

CHSTechTeacher Apr 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT

@MelSailer This is great! I love involving family for learning opportunities #DitchBook

MrsAlligood13 Apr 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT

@zonie71 This is my struggle with eliminating HW. are we setting Ss up to expect no HW in MS, HS, college? Not gonna fly #ditchbook

MsMarshallCMS Apr 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT

@emosier3 Have them do Video book talks. Turn the videos into QR codes and put the codes in the books. Ss can scan in the library #DitchBook

Stanton_Lit Apr 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT

@jmattmiller That is my wish also. I sometimes get the blank stare when I ask Ts what is being done with HW the next day. #DitchBook

sandyrotto Apr 14 @ 10:17 PM EDT

@SEANJFAHEY @jmattmiller You have a point. I do it because I want to create experiences for my Ss-not just teach lessons. #ditchbook #tlap

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A3 Let's read some research, and redefine HW at our school. This is likely to involve some parent education, too. #Ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT

@MrsAlligood13 @FirstAtBat @MrsPug1 My Ps love that we practice in class for Alg 1 because many aren't good at it. #DitchBook

halversonandrea Apr 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2) I think it might be fun to have miniPBL activities to send home. Kids can use thinking skills and fam bonds with less stress. #ditchbook

zonie71 Apr 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT

.@MrsAlligood13 Exactly!!!!!!! #DitchBook

JoyousScience Apr 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT

@MrsAlligood13 @zonie71 Should the purpose of Elem HW be to get ready for MS/HS HW? #DitchBook

MsYorksClass Apr 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT

@rachelmarker I typically have two students a day who have issue. Personally, I plan to modify this routine in the near future. #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT

@Stanton_Lit @SEANJFAHEY I wish all parents didn't touch the math HW! They often undermine the strategies being taught at school! #Ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT

@zonie71 Doesn't mean "don't assess". Quizzes/tests/other assessments show learning. HW often shows completion. #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT

@kmartintahoe You hit the nail! #DitchBook

RemScience Apr 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT

@rachelmarker Rad!!! #DitchBook

MistyMitchellm Apr 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT

👋👋 so late! Got stuck at grocery store! Misty media/Edtech Hudson, TX #Ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A3 Let's re-evaluate and look at the purpose. #Ditchbook https://t.co/HiaeLhrIjQ

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT

@MsYorksClass Maybe some ideas will come from tonight's chat! #Ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A3 Whats the purpose of HW? Should we really be taking away recess if Ss dont get HW done & then give them more? #DitchBook

Stanton_Lit Apr 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A3: Conversation should be to get rid of HW. But worse is no communication with mounds of HW in every subject. #DitchBook

JoyousScience Apr 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT

@MistyMitchellm USE THE EXPRESS LANE! #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT

@dutton02 This could be a great way for Ps to gain insight into strategies child is learning during the day. #Ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Inspiring students to seek more because they're curious. I LOVE that model for homework! #DitchBook https://t.co/a4zvpYNAH5

mtkristigaines Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A2: My goal is always to create enough authentic ?s that they go home asking to find anws. That's my ideal version of homework. #DitchBook

burgessdave Apr 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Homework? Not so much. I LOVE to create optional high interest, fun CHALLENGES, though! #DitchBook #MrBurgessMarchToSea #GraveyardChallenge

TTmomTT - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT

@treyw97 @LindsWright103 just tweeted that today. Increased rigor doesn't = more HW #DitchBook

kmartintahoe Apr 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT

@MrsAlligood13 @zonie71 but was any of your hw in college busy work? Because mine was all related to projects or writing. #DitchBook

zonie71 Apr 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT

.@JoyousScience @MrsAlligood13 When that's the norm/expectation... Doesn't mean it's right. #ditchbook

Techy_Margaret Apr 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Same conversations are happening in MS/HS/College. Time for our idea of ed b/c of how it's been to change #ditchbook @MrsAlligood13 @zonie71

MrsAlligood13 Apr 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT

@JoyousScience @zonie71 No but some of it is about teaching responsibility and accountability with skills practice of course #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Thats b/c Ps don't know how to do it the way we are teaching now w/ conceptual understading #DitchBook https://t.co/U1XZmuIccj

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT

@Stanton_Lit @SEANJFAHEY I wish all parents didn't touch the math HW! They often undermine the strategies being taught at school! #Ditchbook

leadlaughlearn - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT

R3 Why this HW? How much does it count? How long will it take your lowest S to complete? Can Ss reach you w/Qs about the HW? #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Love it >>> Student agency in homework! #DitchBook https://t.co/2xmzjAIsLT

brianrozinsky Apr 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2 What if S's pitch HW to T by answering: What can I try in the next 24 hrs to make sense of today's learning & make it stick? #ditchbook

AdrianAdvinMT Apr 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT

@sandyrotto Now I would have our Ts "assign" that HW! #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Here is the link to the Padlet again. Add what you got, when you can! https://t.co/O7iN6l7RHr #ditchbook

MrHagemeister Apr 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A3 whts the rsn for asning hw, if its done at home how do you know when mastery is achvd, is hw help the same as hw facilitation #ditchbook

Cosi_PAHS Apr 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT

I wanted to go to bed but now this #Ditchbook chat on HW has got me all interested. 🤔 Will this chat be archived somewhere?

CHSTechTeacher Apr 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT

@PerkyScience @SEANJFAHEY We must keep trying to make it relevant at all cost. This is a good way to keep doing that. #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT

@halversonandrea Check out PBLproject. Mini-PBL activities. #Ditchbook

kmartintahoe Apr 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT

@MsMarshallCMS @emosier3 i ❤️this idea! #DitchBook

Stanton_Lit Apr 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Parents can't touch what is not sent home to complete :) hehe #DitchBook @rachelmarker https://t.co/qRhzZB4EaM

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT

@Stanton_Lit @SEANJFAHEY I wish all parents didn't touch the math HW! They often undermine the strategies being taught at school! #Ditchbook

halversonandrea Apr 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT

I can see how it would be tough to be the only non-HW T in a building or grade level. How to get others on board? #ditchbook

FirstAtBat Apr 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT

I was headed to bed too...but this has become an important topic for me. #DitchBook https://t.co/7Rrf8SwrXz

Cosi_PAHS Apr 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT

I wanted to go to bed but now this #Ditchbook chat on HW has got me all interested. 🤔 Will this chat be archived somewhere?

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT

@MistyMitchellm Glad you could make it! It's never too late to join in the #Ditchbook fun!

MsMagerMath Apr 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A3 Get Ss in on the conversation. What HW has helped them in the past? #DitchBook

pjcerullo Apr 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT

@SEANJFAHEY We got rid of recess work room in our district. I agree; "Here's more homework for not doing your HW" #ditchbook

jbhanlon Apr 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT

We eliminated HW a few years ago. We extended class time & have extended learning skills to aid in practice. Has ups & down #ditchbook

kennedy_doustou Apr 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A2: Finding real world examples at home and taking pictures, drawing or describing what they see! #AvilaEdTech #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A3 pt 2) Great food for thought by @spencerideas. https://t.co/dznIWOlFxA #Ditchbook https://t.co/Q6Q18oG3Tv

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT

If Ss track data and understand where they struggle, no need for usless HW wksheets. Kids Want to know! #DitchBook https://t.co/gamGqCfamW

TTmomTT - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

@jmattmiller I have my Ss track data from assessments so we know what to work on. No points, just learning. #DitchBook

DrShannonbray Apr 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A3: taking time to define purpose of hw with staff on my list. Not completely opposed just needs to be meaningful & purposeful #ditchbook

PerkyScience Apr 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT

I like challenges: Ss choose a topic that interests them and the way they will present it. Learning expands beyond the classroom. #ditchbook

CHSTechTeacher Apr 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@dutton02 Next year, will make all of our Canvas courses "visible" to parents so they can view what's going on in our 9-12 LMS. #DitchBook

kmartintahoe Apr 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@KarlyMoura or this...#DitchBook https://t.co/YZ1Ja2o54O

MrsAlligood13 Apr 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@kmartintahoe @zonie71 I don't see HW as busy work when it's focused around skill review. #ditchbook

dr_riina Apr 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@MrsAlligood13 @zonie71 The struggle is real. As HS T, kids w/HW habits do better& back from college asking y we didn't give more.#ditchbook

thomasboles Apr 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Reading nightly, writing nightly and practicing basic math skills goes a long way towards helping all subjects. #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A @padlet of #PBL resources from @judyblakeney & #TOSAChat https://t.co/WFTiL0arFq #Ditchbook https://t.co/3oV4xRMlj5

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT

@halversonandrea Check out PBLproject. Mini-PBL activities. #Ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A3: What is the purpose of HW? What does the grade in the class mean? Is HW formative? If not, why not? #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@burgessdave Absolutely. Some Ss crave this "work" bc it engages them! #Ditchbook

treyw97 Apr 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A3 Who is really doing the homework? Are we setting our struggling students up for even more frustration and angst? #ditchbook

Stanton_Lit Apr 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@jmattmiller YES!! Love that and having Ss set personal growth goals based on the data. #DitchBook

sandyrotto Apr 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@rachelmarker @BBaumeyer Yes, educating Ps is critical. Baby steps...ease into the conversation. Open communication. #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Its an equity issue. the playing field is pretty even in class At home a totally different story #DitchBook https://t.co/REzOPufXX3

MJmbmartinez12 Apr 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@SEANJFAHEY I hate when this happens! I feel if it's not getting done, there is an underlying reason!

ChrisTuckerEdu Apr 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A3: I've been more interested in #gammification by making HW optional and fun by using tech like @ProdigyGame or @classcraftgame #ditchbook

DaveWheeler11 Apr 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A3) As an Adm the talk of homework is teacher's choice. Should be age appropriate amts, discuss focus being practice not a grade #DitchBook

CHSTechTeacher Apr 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Students want VOICE & CHOICE! #DitchBook https://t.co/UHbmmcxYID

leadlaughlearn - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A2 Ss should have options for HW, offer choice!Real work instead of busy work. Research or conversations w/family/friends #ditchbook

emosier3 Apr 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A3: A possible conversation to have is, is HW really worth it? Gotta have kids reading, but is HW pos. or neg? What r ur thoughts #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT

@sandyrotto @BBaumeyer Ease-in, but be explicit and *have* the conversation at the start of the year! #Ditchbook

kellyhaydenmt Apr 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Kelly Hayden, 5th grade, Bozeman. Tuning into the end of this interesting conversation. #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT

@SEANJFAHEY NO! Ss need time to decompress just like us. That may be WHY they aren't completing HW. #DitchBook

RESP3CTtheGAME Apr 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT

When learners are so curious, intrigued & absorbed in coursework they seek knowledge & return for more #ditchbook https://t.co/oTYWidsYiD

mtkristigaines Apr 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A2: My goal is always to create enough authentic ?s that they go home asking to find anws. That's my ideal version of homework. #DitchBook

MsMagerMath Apr 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A3 What are we doing WITH the HW after it's done. Is it formative? Do the students learn from mistakes? Or is it "one and done" #DitchBook

halversonandrea Apr 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT

@MrsAlligood13 @JoyousScience @zonie71 But why do Kindergarteners need to learn accountability for HS? #ditchbook

matthew_arend Apr 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT

My Moment - Day 67 - One More Hug - https://t.co/lmQGxXbAPQ #MOedchat #saskedchat #ankedchat #DitchBook

matthew_arend Apr 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT

My Moment - Day 67 - One More Hug - https://t.co/78vC5AFd1G #MOedchat #saskedchat #ankedchat #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT

@Cosi_PAHS @RemScience YES! There will be a padlet of resources & a @participatelrn transcript =) Check the hashtag tomorrow =) #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Here's Q4 #ditchbook @rachelmarker @jmattmiller @KarlyMoura @sandyrotto @leadlaughlearn @SingerTeach https://t.co/r5pCQwFdTz

Techy_Margaret Apr 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT

My Ts offering optional, choice assignments are getting much more effort consistently #ditchbook @rachelmarker @burgessdave

slogue89 Apr 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT

@PerkyScience the emphasis is in class and the HW is a suggestion to go deeper or prepare. Ss who do nothing still learn in class #ditchbook

leadlaughlearn - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Great Q!! Have those courageous conversations! #ditchbook https://t.co/lYS3w0RFW7

halversonandrea Apr 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT

I can see how it would be tough to be the only non-HW T in a building or grade level. How to get others on board? #ditchbook

kmartintahoe Apr 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT

@DrShannonbray at some sites it's a work in progress. Times have changed and we as Ts need to adjust. 👍🏻#DitchBook

Stanton_Lit Apr 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT

@SEANJFAHEY No! & I would love to see recess brought to MS also. Big kids need play time too. #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT

@pjcerullo I wish we would! I never send any of my Ss. However there is always that one w/ half the class in there #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT

@Techy_Margaret @burgessdave That is great to hear. HS, right? Do you find the majority of HS Ts assign HW? #Ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Just put four articles in our homework research/articles Padlet: https://t.co/u7R7CTi2i0 Amazing resource! #DitchBook

BBaumeyer Apr 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Absolutely! #ditchbook https://t.co/RVsD68ZeUO

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT

@sandyrotto @BBaumeyer Ease-in, but be explicit and *have* the conversation at the start of the year! #Ditchbook

Techy_Margaret Apr 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT

2/2 It takes Ss time to adjust, "unschool" figure out how to work in this new system not for points #ditchbook @rachelmarker @burgessdave

thomasboles Apr 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Can we cultivate genius hour thinking in what we encourage Ss to do at night? #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT

@jmattmiller NICE! #Ditchbook

ohsoearly Apr 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Hi #ditchbook - that's all, I just wanted to say hi. You're awesome. https://t.co/FPiUMzcWOE

Stanton_Lit Apr 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT

BOOM! #DitchBook https://t.co/GxW3ozOFDK

brianrozinsky Apr 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2 What if S's pitch HW to T by answering: What can I try in the next 24 hrs to make sense of today's learning & make it stick? #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A4 How about a weekly (or more) reflection to share some learning? Example: https://t.co/nGxgZ77xbL #Ditchbook https://t.co/nlYgOYrFAv

RemScience Apr 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A3: We need to define purpose of HW. Points? Busy work? Or...support learning. Then let's find effective ways for S success. #DitchBook

ChrisTuckerEdu Apr 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A4: Have Ts share what's going on in class by Tweeting about it or using our LMS to send announcements out. #ditchbook

zonie71 Apr 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT

.@kmartintahoe @MrsAlligood13 Completely agree. Math HW has 6-8 probs. District has EDM4. Don't know how/what to change to. #ditchbook

MrsPug1 Apr 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT

My daughter's HW tonite was to define vocab words. Copied them straight out of the book. She told me it was pointless! Agree! #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Thanks Aron! You too! #DitchBook https://t.co/IOu58n8hYI

ohsoearly Apr 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Hi #ditchbook - that's all, I just wanted to say hi. You're awesome. https://t.co/FPiUMzcWOE

TTmomTT - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT

I'm so far behind. So much good stuff. #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT

@Techy_Margaret @burgessdave I'd imagine it feels liberating. When I think abt the HOURS of HW I had in HS... UGH. #Ditchbook

sandyrotto Apr 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT

It's about re-framing the task. Engaging challenges that stretch/deepen thinking vs repetitive drivel. #ditchbook https://t.co/Y6kW4JAR6g

burgessdave Apr 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Homework? Not so much. I LOVE to create optional high interest, fun CHALLENGES, though! #DitchBook #MrBurgessMarchToSea #GraveyardChallenge

brianrozinsky Apr 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A4 Students could respond to a form, sharing their take on learning. Responses could get merged via Autocrat into parent email. #ditchbook

emosier3 Apr 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT

@brianrozinsky Great idea! Really redefines "Flipped" learning!! #ditchbook

Techy_Margaret Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Yes - majority still are. BUT change is happening, district wide conversations now, some are changing now #ditchbook @rachelmarker

CHSTechTeacher Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3: examining hw in PLCs to determine if it is relevant, effective, & worth handing out. & offering alternative ways to practice #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A4: Self-assessment is a great goal to strive toward in communicating learning. Quite the real-world skill. #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

I want to try the personalized newsletters for your Ss from @alicekeeler https://t.co/dTHFeyk7l6 #ditchbook

kellyhaydenmt Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A4: Using Seesaw in the classroom communicates work to parents. It's a good continuous portfoliio. #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

@thomasboles Wouldn't that be excellent! Pursue your passions! Great idea. #Ditchbook

kmartintahoe Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

@MrsAlligood13 @zonie71 what about S who didn't understood topic, didn't speak up & doesn't have home support? #DitchBook #devilsadvocate

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A4 As a new @Seesaw user I can say that this AMAZING tool is a HUGE gamechanger for parent communication! #ditchbook

MistyMitchellm Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A1: I ditched HW. Believe it creates great divide in MS w/Ss w/resources at home on one side and those that don't on the other. #Ditchbook

zonie71 Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

@halversonandrea @MrsAlligood13 @JoyousScience Not kinder, but G5 before MS #ditchbook

halversonandrea Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

@Techy_Margaret @rachelmarker @burgessdave I love this idea! Good things can happen when kids have choice! #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

@Cosi_PAHS @RemScience @participatelrn Great! =) #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

And @RemScience kills it with another. Love it! #Ditchbook https://t.co/F3zTV3p8Mm

RemScience Apr 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A3: We need to define purpose of HW. Points? Busy work? Or...support learning. Then let's find effective ways for S success. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

@MistyMitchellm It's been a fast and furious one, Misty! #DitchBook

MrsPug1 Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A4 send home a newsletter with skills and topics for the week. Possibly some topics to discuss at home. #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

@Jen_Gabor It was so awesome! I'm already looking forward to next year! #ditchbook

Stanton_Lit Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A4: Have Ss create info flyer on a unit study of what they have learned and share with Ps. Bring back any ? Ps had. #DitchBook

VondaBeavers Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@rachelmarker Great idea! #DitchBook

coachjohnson51 Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

#ditchbook Joel from TN sorry I'm late. I get more and more disenchanted with homework

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

WOO! #DitchBook https://t.co/B8f31te0S6

alicekeeler Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

@SEANJFAHEY Awesome I need to code an easier version. It's on my list. #ci49

MrsAlligood13 Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@halversonandrea @JoyousScience @zonie71 I think it's more about accountability for themselves and their learning #ditchbook

RemScience Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@thomasboles How can we accomplish the math practice w/ less paper? :) Great online resources for math minutes, etc. #DitchBook

littlemacf650 Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@kellyhaydenmt Just heard about this and am trying to sell my school on it. #ditchbook

CHSTechTeacher Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@SEANJFAHEY Don't they realize they can assign & grade their own? or is it only Ts who do that do their own children? whoops. #DitchBook

treyw97 Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A4 We're a GAFE school and district. Go home and share your Google Drive with your Mom & Dad. Look Ma, here's my portfolio. #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@MrsPug1 Right? Such a waste of time. And doesn't this reinforce the "ick" factor of school for many Ss? #Ditchbook

MsYorksClass Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@KarlyMoura I just started using @Seesaw a few months ago and I am loving it! #ditchbook

pjcerullo Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@SEANJFAHEY We have those too. It's sad when it happened soon often too. #ditchbook

MelSailer Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@halversonandrea have the convo w teachers & admin. You will be surprised how many agree with you, but scared to speak up #DitchBook

jbhanlon Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@jmattmiller @brianrozinsky my 8 th graders are doing this using DepthsofKnowledge chart &they are taking self mod to new levels #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

I HATE recess punishments for incomplete HW. Brain research shows gains for phys activity. #DitchBook https://t.co/0kDbTM8s41

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A3 Whats the purpose of HW? Should we really be taking away recess if Ss dont get HW done & then give them more? #DitchBook

MrHagemeister Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A4 online portfolios, seesaw, tweets ps from class @AdrianAdvinMT, invite prts in, instagram, weekly prt video newsletter by ss #ditchbook

leadlaughlearn - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Ss can write a blog, create a video to share w/Ps. Ts/Ss can share instantly on social media! #ditchbook

Stanton_Lit Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A4: Share digital portfolios with parents and discuss with them what they learned. Love to see my kiddos work. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@JoyousScience @MistyMitchellm LOL! Tell her, Joy! :) #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

@Techy_Margaret That is so great to hear. We're having conversations here, too. #smallsteps #Ditchbook

sandyrotto Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Start respectful open conversations.Ask why they give HW,share why you don't.Focus on Ss best interests. #ditchbook https://t.co/FoyAxrGzgZ

halversonandrea Apr 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT

I can see how it would be tough to be the only non-HW T in a building or grade level. How to get others on board? #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A4: Ss & Ps can see the data Ss have tracked. I also love to have convos w/ Ss to see where they are in the learning. #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT

@MsYorksClass @Seesaw I just wish it integrated seamlessly with #GAFE. That would make it a PERFECT tool! #ditchbook

littlemacf650 Apr 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT

@MistyMitchellm I am so close to doing this...what grade do you teach and what subject #DitchBook

halversonandrea Apr 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT

Does your boss assign you homework every night? What's the point of teaching kids "accountability" for busy work? #ditchbook

MJmbmartinez12 Apr 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A4: I use see saw, class dojo, our class Twitter to show what we are doing! I also upload math videos on my class website #ditchbook

slogue89 Apr 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A4 classroom websites and #googleclassroom #ditchbook

AdrianAdvinMT Apr 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A4: @Seesaw @twitter classroom blogs, student emails, newsletters created by Ss, etc. are better forms of communication #DitchBook

ohsoearly Apr 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A4 #ditchbook good question - Ps need to look for other ways of checking in. Don't rely on HW. Ask:what ya learning? https://t.co/LvYpdzpLwf

treyw97 Apr 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A4 Video your students talking about the work they are doing in class and share that with parents. #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT

So glad you bring up @Seesaw! A terrific venue for sharing S work consistently. Connects parents. #Ditchbook https://t.co/scsfik1UQS

kellyhaydenmt Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A4: Using Seesaw in the classroom communicates work to parents. It's a good continuous portfoliio. #ditchbook

coachjohnson51 Apr 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT

If HW adds to LEARNING great. Don't give just to give because "I need 90 minutes of homework each week" #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT

It's all about framing the task! Great point from the PIRATE Captain! #DitchBook #tlap https://t.co/IRxMwClgMJ

burgessdave Apr 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Homework? Not so much. I LOVE to create optional high interest, fun CHALLENGES, though! #DitchBook #MrBurgessMarchToSea #GraveyardChallenge

emosier3 Apr 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A4: From LA perspective - have Ss create a poster using Google Drawing abt parts of speech, etc & teach class what was learned. #ditchbook

littlemacf650 Apr 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT

@KarlyMoura @Seesaw Is it expensive for the school wide use? #DitchBook

kmartintahoe Apr 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT

YES! #DitchBook https://t.co/wJKm2fPpxN

MistyMitchellm Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A1: I ditched HW. Believe it creates great divide in MS w/Ss w/resources at home on one side and those that don't on the other. #Ditchbook

MsMagerMath Apr 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT

@DrShannonbray And I'm guilty of assigning it and doing nothing with it too! It should be a guide for T and S to where 2 go next. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT

@TTmomTT Meeeeee toooooo. Catching whatever I can. Amazing stuff though! #DitchBook

MistyMitchellm Apr 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A2: only HW I can justify is study for test. I support Ss w/this by teaching how to study & giving the resources to do it with. #Ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT

@littlemacf650 @Seesaw Nope it is TOTALLY free! #ditchbook =)

kennedy_doustou Apr 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3: HW, when assigned, NEEDS to have a purpose! It can't be "busy work" for the home. #AvilaEdTech #DitchBook

brianrozinsky Apr 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT

@jbhanlon @jmattmiller SELF: perhaps the best kind of modifying/differentiating? #ditchbook

dr_riina Apr 14 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A4: Twitter, blogs, pictures, instagram all let students share school learning at home in easy, meaningful, communicative ways. #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:28 PM EDT

I agree with this statement as well. #DitchBook https://t.co/gCzri2wzcp

MistyMitchellm Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A1: I ditched HW. Believe it creates great divide in MS w/Ss w/resources at home on one side and those that don't on the other. #Ditchbook

littlemacf650 Apr 14 @ 10:28 PM EDT

@Techy_Margaret @rachelmarker @burgessdave choice has to be a win win #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:28 PM EDT

@halversonandrea @Techy_Margaret @burgessdave Choice + Voice... we hear it so much. But it is a REAL power! #Ditchbook

kellyhaydenmt Apr 14 @ 10:28 PM EDT

I need to explore the blog feature of Seesaw. Seems like an excellent way to give an overview of what we are working on. #ditchbook

Stanton_Lit Apr 14 @ 10:28 PM EDT

@MJmbmartinez12 Could be something they work on all month and share at the end. Great idea!! #DitchBook

DrHarrisonMcCoy Apr 14 @ 10:28 PM EDT

@MistyMitchellm You are so correct, and the more we integrate tech the wider the gap becomes in many instances. #DitchBook #equity

kmartintahoe Apr 14 @ 10:28 PM EDT

@jmattmiller @SEANJFAHEY or incomplete class work...#justsaying #ditchbook #wifeofaPEteacher

sandyrotto Apr 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A4: Ts need to be transparent regarding what meeting/exceeding standards looks like, then teach Ss how to self-assess. Worth it! #ditchbook

littlemacf650 Apr 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT

@KarlyMoura @Seesaw But isn't there a school wide one that does cost? #ditchbook can you still communicate with parents for free? #DitchBook

littlemacf650 Apr 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT

@KarlyMoura @Seesaw But isn't there a school wide one that does cost? #ditchbook can you still communicate with parents for free? #DitchBook

MsMagerMath Apr 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT

@coachjohnson51 Yes. I dislike people who say no HW EVER. It can be positive if done right. Still looking for that perfect method #DitchBook

zonie71 Apr 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Data sheets with HW expecting parents to communicate w/ S to see how/what they r doing. P doesn't do that & blame me 4 bad grade. #ditchbook

Stanton_Lit Apr 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT

@MrsPug1 Worst ELA assignment ever. You made me cringe. #DitchBook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT

@MrsPug1 I have my Ss write the newsletter section that tells Ps what they're learning. Helps them reflect on lrng. #Ditchbook

slogue89 Apr 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A4 my point in math. S has 1st period doesn't do HW until 5...no support or no help...not gonna get done or not done right #ditchbook

ohsoearly Apr 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT

@KarlyMoura @littlemacf650 @Seesaw everything? #sorryihadto #DitchBook https://t.co/xUrxSZ3aZo

coachjohnson51 Apr 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT

I like my HW to be whatever you did not finish in class. Stuff we worked, prepped, developed together #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Apr 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Many are mentioning Seesaw. Our primary Ts LOVE it. So easy w/ their tablets. I have explored some also #DitchBook https://t.co/cLwvPsMI8z

kellyhaydenmt Apr 14 @ 10:28 PM EDT

I need to explore the blog feature of Seesaw. Seems like an excellent way to give an overview of what we are working on. #ditchbook

JoyousScience Apr 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT

How about HW for parents? "Ask your child to tell about the lab activity this week." #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Oh how I wish every student kept a portfolio. Amazing evidence of learning and great skill. #DitchBook https://t.co/DNcTPsuNSK

treyw97 Apr 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A4 We're a GAFE school and district. Go home and share your Google Drive with your Mom & Dad. Look Ma, here's my portfolio. #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT

@littlemacf650 @Seesaw I don't know. Each T just signs up and communicates w/ Ps and that is totally free =) #ditchbook

rachelmarker Apr 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Great idea. Give it over to the kids. Let them OWN the learning! #Ditchbook https://t.co/X6zZTHKngG

Stanton_Lit Apr 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A4: Have Ss create info flyer on a unit study of what they have learned and share with Ps. Bring back any ? Ps had. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Apr 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT

@rachelmarker @RemScience Holy cow Rebekah ... you are on FIRE tonight! #DitchBook

AdrianAdvinMT Apr 14 @ 10:30 PM EDT

@sandyrotto Yes! It is all about our Ss. If we keep them at the center of any convo we can make the necessary + changes! #DitchBook