#CaringClassroom Archive
The #CaringClassroom Chat explores positive teacher-student relationships, classroom management, and engaging and supportive instruction. Join us on Sundays @ 8:00 PM CST/9:00 PM EST.
Sunday September 17, 2017
10:00 PM EDT
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:00 PM EDT
Welcome to the
#CaringClassroom
Chat! Tonight's topic is: Student Engagement.
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:00 PM EDT
My name is Tracy Dolezsar-Glarvin and I'll be your moderator for the
#CaringClassroom
Chat this evening.
participatechat
Sep 17 @ 10:00 PM EDT
Participate in the upcoming
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brucemellesmoen
Sep 17 @ 10:00 PM EDT
Bruce Mellesmoen principal Waldheim School, Waldheim, SK, Canada
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:00 PM EDT
Hi Aaron! Welcome!
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In reply to @AaronGr58249640
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:01 PM EDT
Q1:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:01 PM EDT
Welcome Bruce! Glad you could join us!
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In reply to @brucemellesmoen
CRCarter313
Sep 17 @ 10:01 PM EDT
Hi Tracy! Cameron Carter from Columbus, OH. Second grade teacher and
@ncte
Elem Lead Ambassador
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DSpurlock2017
Sep 17 @ 10:01 PM EDT
greetings
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
Hi Cameron! So glad you could join in!
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In reply to @CRCarter313, @ncte
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
Welcome Derrick!
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In reply to @DSpurlock2017
CRCarter313
Sep 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
Thanks!!!!
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In reply to @DolezsarGlarvin
brucemellesmoen
Sep 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
A1 My 10 yr. old says, "be nice because it's easier to learn if the T is nice"
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AaronGr58249640
Sep 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
A1: Tt have to build trusting relationships w both Ss and parents! Tt have to work harder then ever to get this done
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Love it!
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brucemellesmoen
Sep 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
A1 My 10 yr. old says, "be nice because it's easier to learn if the T is nice"
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audra_damron
Sep 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Audra Damron Preschool teacher Phoenix, AZ
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Absolutely!
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AaronGr58249640
Sep 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
A1: Tt have to build trusting relationships w both Ss and parents! Tt have to work harder then ever to get this done
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Welcome Audra!
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In reply to @audra_damron
DSpurlock2017
Sep 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT
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I am trying to get into the chat room. Where are you guys...lol
WhitneySaoud
Sep 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT
Whitney Saoud, 2nd grader teacher, Fraser Michigan
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brucemellesmoen
Sep 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT
A1 and this is my answer for how to build relationships: be vulnerable!
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audra_damron
Sep 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT
A1: Relationships are everything! Ss have to know you care & support them every step of the way for learning to occur!
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:01 PM EDT
Q1:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT
A1: be kind, welcoming, greet Ss by name, get to know them, show interest in their lives, spend time w/ Ss outside class
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:01 PM EDT
Q1:
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WhitneySaoud
Sep 17 @ 10:06 PM EDT
A1: I asked my Ss what they wanted from me this year... several wrote a kind teacher and a teacher that gives me hugs
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Q2:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Search the hashtag
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- if ur on phone/tablet, click "latest" - keep refreshing feed to see the latest tweets
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DSpurlock2017
Sep 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT
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I am trying to get into the chat room. Where are you guys...lol
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Hi Whitney!
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In reply to @WhitneySaoud
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Yes!
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brucemellesmoen
Sep 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT
A1 and this is my answer for how to build relationships: be vulnerable!
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:07 PM EDT
For sure!
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audra_damron
Sep 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT
A1: Relationships are everything! Ss have to know you care & support them every step of the way for learning to occur!
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:01 PM EDT
Q1:
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DSpurlock2017
Sep 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
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Got it. Thanks
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
Aww! That's so sweet!
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WhitneySaoud
Sep 17 @ 10:06 PM EDT
A1: I asked my Ss what they wanted from me this year... several wrote a kind teacher and a teacher that gives me hugs
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chadw675
Sep 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A2: Provide Ss with choice, utilize inquiry-based projects, and get to know Ss so you know their passions and likes
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Q2:
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brucemellesmoen
Sep 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
Q2: by remembering that what is relevant to us is not likely relevant to them.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
Love these ideas!
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chadw675
Sep 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A2: Provide Ss with choice, utilize inquiry-based projects, and get to know Ss so you know their passions and likes
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Q2:
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AaronGr58249640
Sep 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A2: Ss need and entertainment factor...fun creative Tt that is innovative. Skill and drill needs to be in the back seat
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
Good point Bruce!
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brucemellesmoen
Sep 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
Q2: by remembering that what is relevant to us is not likely relevant to them.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
Yes!!
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AaronGr58249640
Sep 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A2: Ss need and entertainment factor...fun creative Tt that is innovative. Skill and drill needs to be in the back seat
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WhitneySaoud
Sep 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Give them choice!
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MrPatwoods
Sep 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Provide reasoning for them! If you wouldn't do it why should they?
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DSpurlock2017
Sep 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT
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Here is a thought. Show students the Exemplar of a concept and watch how student engagement increases. Empower students.
audra_damron
Sep 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT
A2: Give them the "why"; how will they use the info taught in the future? ; use materials relevant to them in lessons!
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A2: Finding out about their interests, their learning styles, their lives - relate learning to what they can connect with
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Q2:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
For sure!!
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WhitneySaoud
Sep 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Give them choice!
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
Yes, good point!
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MrPatwoods
Sep 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Provide reasoning for them! If you wouldn't do it why should they?
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WhitneySaoud
Sep 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A2: Give them choice. Build relationships and figure out how they learn best and what they enjoy learning about.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
Good strategy!
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DSpurlock2017
Sep 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT
#caringclassroom
Here is a thought. Show students the Exemplar of a concept and watch how student engagement increases. Empower students.
chadw675
Sep 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
Always begin with "why?" Should be relevant and meaningful
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In reply to @audra_damron
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
Nice! Love it!
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audra_damron
Sep 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT
A2: Give them the "why"; how will they use the info taught in the future? ; use materials relevant to them in lessons!
#caringclassroom
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
Q3:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
Student choice is so important!
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WhitneySaoud
Sep 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A2: Give them choice. Build relationships and figure out how they learn best and what they enjoy learning about.
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guideandlead
Sep 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
A1:Through empathy.Understand what are the real (educational) needs of the Ss,discover what is alive in them NOW...
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1/2
In reply to @DolezsarGlarvin
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
Yes!!!
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chadw675
Sep 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
Always begin with "why?" Should be relevant and meaningful
#caringclassroom
In reply to @audra_damron
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
Awesome!
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guideandlead
Sep 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
A1:Through empathy.Understand what are the real (educational) needs of the Ss,discover what is alive in them NOW...
#caringclassroom
1/2
In reply to @DolezsarGlarvin
MrPatwoods
Sep 17 @ 10:14 PM EDT
Maintaining high expectations for your students shows them you want their best!
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chadw675
Sep 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A3: Set high expectations, & have students set goals and chart their progress towards meeting them
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
Q3:
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guideandlead
Sep 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A1: and encourage communication about how they feel and their needs.stay authentic and express your needs too.
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In reply to @DolezsarGlarvin
brucemellesmoen
Sep 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A3: High expectations are critical, if it is the Ss with high exp. of themselves. They should set their bar
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A3: Meeting Ss where they're at and challenging them to push themselves can empower them - growth mindset
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
Q3:
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WhitneySaoud
Sep 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A3: when Ss know that you believe in them and you care about them they will accomplish great things for you
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AaronGr58249640
Sep 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
A3: respect and responsibility go along way! Most Ss thrive on consistent expectations! JJ watt "dream big or go home!"
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
Absolutely!
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MrPatwoods
Sep 17 @ 10:14 PM EDT
Maintaining high expectations for your students shows them you want their best!
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
Great!
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chadw675
Sep 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A3: Set high expectations, & have students set goals and chart their progress towards meeting them
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
Q3:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
Communication is so important!
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guideandlead
Sep 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A1: and encourage communication about how they feel and their needs.stay authentic and express your needs too.
#caringclassroom
In reply to @DolezsarGlarvin
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:17 PM EDT
Yes, great point!
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brucemellesmoen
Sep 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A3: High expectations are critical, if it is the Ss with high exp. of themselves. They should set their bar
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:17 PM EDT
So true!
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WhitneySaoud
Sep 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A3: when Ss know that you believe in them and you care about them they will accomplish great things for you
#CaringClassroom
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
Love this!
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AaronGr58249640
Sep 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
A3: respect and responsibility go along way! Most Ss thrive on consistent expectations! JJ watt "dream big or go home!"
#CaringClassroom
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
Q4:
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gallianstone
Sep 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
A3 Students needs to know you believe in their potential - especially when they have a harder time demonstrating it!
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MrPatwoods
Sep 17 @ 10:20 PM EDT
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:20 PM EDT
A4: use gamification, technology, conversations & collaboration, inquiry
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
Q4:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:20 PM EDT
Agreed!
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gallianstone
Sep 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
A3 Students needs to know you believe in their potential - especially when they have a harder time demonstrating it!
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audra_damron
Sep 17 @ 10:20 PM EDT
A3: When Ss know you believe in them, have realistic expectations & are there to support, they want to work hard & succeed!
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chadw675
Sep 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A4: Innovate & have Ss learn along with you. Ss always willing to try new and novel ways to learn. We need to lead the way
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AaronGr58249640
Sep 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A4: Tt need to think out side of the box! I view Tt as and art form and not a science...gets me in trouble as data drives
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
Awesome!!
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MrPatwoods
Sep 17 @ 10:20 PM EDT
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
Yes, agreed!
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audra_damron
Sep 17 @ 10:20 PM EDT
A3: When Ss know you believe in them, have realistic expectations & are there to support, they want to work hard & succeed!
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:22 PM EDT
I agree!
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chadw675
Sep 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A4: Innovate & have Ss learn along with you. Ss always willing to try new and novel ways to learn. We need to lead the way
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audra_damron
Sep 17 @ 10:23 PM EDT
A4: Less teacher directed instruction, more student centered; allow Ss to come to & demo their own meaning of concepts!
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gallianstone
Sep 17 @ 10:23 PM EDT
The fun activities are what Ss will remember most about your class. Why can't we make awesome memories everyday?
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:23 PM EDT
Triangulation is important when we are assessing our Ss - product (data), conversations, and observations
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AaronGr58249640
Sep 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A4: Tt need to think out side of the box! I view Tt as and art form and not a science...gets me in trouble as data drives
#CaringClassroom
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:23 PM EDT
Yes!
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audra_damron
Sep 17 @ 10:23 PM EDT
A4: Less teacher directed instruction, more student centered; allow Ss to come to & demo their own meaning of concepts!
#CaringClassroom
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:24 PM EDT
Yes, why can't we . . .
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gallianstone
Sep 17 @ 10:23 PM EDT
The fun activities are what Ss will remember most about your class. Why can't we make awesome memories everyday?
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WhitneySaoud
Sep 17 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A4: Try new things, have fun, collaborate,
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:24 PM EDT
Yep!
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WhitneySaoud
Sep 17 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A4: Try new things, have fun, collaborate,
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
Q5:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:26 PM EDT
A5: so Ss are motivated to learn, try harder, understand more deeply
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
Q5:
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audra_damron
Sep 17 @ 10:26 PM EDT
A5: The Ss are why we do what we do; If they aren't engaged, they aren't learning and we aren't doing our job adequately!
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
Q5:
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AaronGr58249640
Sep 17 @ 10:26 PM EDT
A5: engagement means better academic outcomes
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:26 PM EDT
True!
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audra_damron
Sep 17 @ 10:26 PM EDT
A5: The Ss are why we do what we do; If they aren't engaged, they aren't learning and we aren't doing our job adequately!
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
Q5:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:27 PM EDT
Good point!!
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AaronGr58249640
Sep 17 @ 10:26 PM EDT
A5: engagement means better academic outcomes
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AaronGr58249640
Sep 17 @ 10:28 PM EDT
Thanks for the chat great feedback and some thing for me to think about!
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WhitneySaoud
Sep 17 @ 10:28 PM EDT
A5: Engagement =Learning.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:29 PM EDT
Great
#caringclassroom
chat tonight! So many great ideas shared! Thanks so much for joining!
brucemellesmoen
Sep 17 @ 10:29 PM EDT
Thanks everyone from
#CaringClassroom
great chatting
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:29 PM EDT
Thank you for joining us! Hope to see you back next Sunday!
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In reply to @AaronGr58249640
audra_damron
Sep 17 @ 10:29 PM EDT
A5: Bottom line: Ss have to be engaged and care about what we are teaching to learn. This is why we do all that we do!
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
Q5:
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:29 PM EDT
Absolutely!!
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WhitneySaoud
Sep 17 @ 10:28 PM EDT
A5: Engagement =Learning.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:29 PM EDT
Thanks Bruce! So glad you could join in tonight!
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In reply to @brucemellesmoen
DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:30 PM EDT
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:30 PM EDT
Absolutely Audra!
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audra_damron
Sep 17 @ 10:29 PM EDT
A5: Bottom line: Ss have to be engaged and care about what we are teaching to learn. This is why we do all that we do!
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
Q5:
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gallianstone
Sep 17 @ 10:31 PM EDT
A5 w/o engagement I may as well be teaching to an empty room or have dolls for students.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:32 PM EDT
Great point!
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gallianstone
Sep 17 @ 10:31 PM EDT
A5 w/o engagement I may as well be teaching to an empty room or have dolls for students.
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DolezsarGlarvin
- Moderator
Sep 17 @ 10:46 PM EDT
Absolutely!
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AaronGr58249640
Sep 17 @ 10:06 PM EDT
Know their story!
