#dojochat Archive
ClassDojo's official educational chat that covers a variety of subjects, focusing mainly on improving classroom community.
Wednesday January 27, 2016 
  7:00 PM EST
 
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Hello & welcome to ! Let's start with intros share your  name, where ur chatting from & your bev of choice https://t.co/VNzAub9peN
 
 
 
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It's  time!! So excited for  to be moderating today 🤗
 
 
 
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Marc here. TTIS in Cobb County, GA  
 
 
 
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Don from Connecticut, Health and Physical Educator, 27th year. 
 
 
 
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Stephanie, TN, currently drinking a peach pear LeCroix. Mmmm 
 
 
 
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Michelle from Florida.. Water😳 
 
 
 
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 Hello to all! Jen in NorCal! My co-worker called me a tech genius today so that's my new title! 2nd-6 tech coach
 
 
 
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For the next hour I'll be participating in a Class Dojo chat.  Please join us. 
 
 
 
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Hey ! Monica from NYC and coffee is what keeps me going, for sure :)
 
 
 
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 Kaitlyn from Alabama. Beverage of choice? Coke!
 
 
 
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So happy to be here! 1st grade Teacher, Texas bev. Of choice: COFFEE <3  
 
 
 
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 How kind everyone wants to be "tech genus" ;) 
 
 
 
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Amanda - 4th grade math & science teacher - cherry coke
 
 
 
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I'll be taking part in  for the next hour.  Join us :)
 
 
 
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 Missy Halcott, grade 5, York,Pa survivor of snowmagedon
 
 
 
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 Missy: busy mom and kindergarten teacher in NC here!
 
 
 
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 hey there! Coke is my number 2 drink of choice, after coffee.  Caffeine! I need it! lol 
 
 
 
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Lurking in  for a bit. Hello all!
 
 
 
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 Forgot drink, Do the Dew!
 
 
 
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Welcome to  everyone!! Seeing a ew new faces :) Love it!
 
 
 
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First question coming in one minute  
 
 
 
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I'm Jenna -- former teacher from San Francisco! Beverage of choice is a latte for sure :) I even bought an espresso machine! 
 
 
 
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 lurk away! Welcome to the  pals 
 
 
 
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Just walked in the door from a flight home from Paris -- a bit out of it at the moment but I'll try to keep up! 
 
 
 
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 Hey Jenna! Yes! Love all the new   :)
 
 
 
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 A1 my first response is: WHY???
 
 
 
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 forgot drink! Diet Coke for sure!!
 
 
 
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 Yay! So glad you're one of the  regulars now :)
 
 
 
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A1 Assessment allows for recognizing student growth, discovery of their knowledge, both practical and cognitive in nature. 
 
 
 
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 A1 "oh great another test"
 
 
 
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I'm from Scotland and sipping a hot toddy to nurse my cold. 
 
 
 
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 use the  to follow along with the Questions
 
 
 
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 Q1: cringe! Please don't make me assess my students to death! Quick formative for me!
 
 
 
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First  and very excited for it!
 
 
 
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A1: Assessment to me is a scary word making me think of endless high-stake/state testing tied to my name. 
 
 
 
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 a1- a variety of tools I can use to assess student growth
 
 
 
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 the best time! :) Thanks Tiffany! 
 
 
 
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Embracing that assessing can be much more simpler than I've made it in the past does not need to be paper/pencil 
 
 
 
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  I'm Peg Volak, 2nd grade teacher from PA and really enjoy tea with Creammate!
 
 
 
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A1 Seems to be a lot of frustration associated with the word 'assessment'! 
 
 
 
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how much time is this going to take away from learning? 
 
 
 
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 hope you had a great trip! Saw some of your awesome pics.  Tons of FUN, I imagine! Welcome back :) 
 
 
 
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 totally agree with that one, simplify is my motto after 10 years of teaching 
 
 
 
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   "Howard am I going to get my Ss to buy in to this one?"
 
 
 
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A1 Assessment has been done throughout the history of education. Terms just keep changing. 
 
 
 
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 Well, the firs 3 letters say a lot... ;-) 
 
 
 
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 A1 I like assessment chat. bring it on!
 
 
 
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 lol! I see you feel very strongly about this topic 
 
 
 
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So happy to be with you all! 😊☃ Chris here from Ontario, Canada. 
 
 
 
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 A1 also, will it be fair to my low socio/economic Ss and my second language learners?  likely
 
 
 
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 It's just ridiculous. It's too much. All.The.Time! 
 
 
 
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A1 It has to change. I began teaching 27 years ago and was "Assessed". A student once said to me are the "Assassins" coming today? 
 
 
 
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A1- letting the teachers decide what's best for our students. Teachers voices need to be heard 
 
 
 
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 Yay! Welcome to  It's a great way to spend a Wed night ;)
 
 
 
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 Thanks Monica! Yes I had a fantastic time, thanks!! Sad it's over -- but happy to be home! 
 
 
 
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"How do I get my Ss to buy in to this one?" 
 
 
 
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 Jason from NY. A1. Is this going to count?
 
 
 
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A2: my honest response to  is  Omg stress me out 
 
 
 
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A1 I never forgot that. I corrected the student and said "Assessors". Political correctness was important. 
 
 
 
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Great book related titled Ditch the Textbook. 
 
 
 
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A1  Assessment is driving me crazy!  State and district assessments, let them explore and learn w/out pressure!  
 
 
 
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 is off to a rockin' start!
 
 
 
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A1 depends which other words you attach to assessment... 
 
 
 
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A1 we do too much of it for the wrong  reasons.  
 
 
 
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A1 I look at my abilities as a long ago student and I think my teachers did an excellent job. I don't remember being stressed. 
 
 
 
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Hi Christine grade 1 teacher from Montreal  
 
 
 
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 Is this necessary? Or are we squash creativity and problem solving w/ skilled bubblers?
 
 
 
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A1:  Assessment: Listening, observing and having conversations..Learning deeply about student thinking and learning..being honest!
 
 
 
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 A1 and also, I smile because I'm a tech specialist now so . . . Just explore, build and grow 
 
 
 
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find a way to make it fun 
 
 
 
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A2 We use data on our data to make assessments 2x a 9wks. On top of general & state testing. 
 
 
 
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 standardized or not, the word assessment drives me made because it makes me think of #2 pencils lol! 
 
 
 
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A1:  I know...I'm kinda weird...but I really like assessment...if done well. 
 
 
 
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A2 Through time we've always kept "records". Now it's "data".  You use it to improve a child's abilities both cognitive/physical. 
 
 
 
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 A2 our school does a great job with data! Ss about to master identified and coached so they can succeed! 
 
 
 
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 A2: Data drives everything. Pretests and formative assessments may prove final assessments aren't needed bc mastery proven!
 
 
 
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Yes! I can't help but think about that too!  https://t.co/cBpLaiU9mt
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how much time is this going to take away from learning? 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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A2: I use a lot of pre and post testing to track what Ss learned and how to help those who didn't RTI 
 
 
 
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A2 Use data to show a student where they presently are on various learning activities. Students can strive to improve. 
 
 
 
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A2 Data! Instantly shift gears, slow down, spread up, try a new way to learn data drives learning or it's not data 
 
 
 
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A1: Hoping we'll explore 'assessment' versus 'evaluation'. 
 
 
 
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 A2- to see how well the standard was taught. I try to pre and post.
 
 
 
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A1: Is brain static a thing? Because it's that and stresssssssss 
 
 
 
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Q2: since starting  my collection of data has increased. Makes it easy to see who needs to be targeted 
 
 
 
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A2 Without technology year's ago paper copies were kept, record keeping, students improved because they wanted to. 
 
 
 
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That's a huge one for me too  I always feel they aren't :(  https://t.co/xIOYFyuFaH
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 A1 also, will it be fair to my low socio/economic Ss and my second language learners?  likely
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Q2 data from standardized questions is cut and dry and doesn't show thinking. Other kinds of assessing does.
 
 
 
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A2-use it to track progress. Rely mostly on formatives aligned with Florida standards 
 
 
 
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A2: this year my data has helped me pinpoint two students who have mastered most 5th grade concepts. 
 
 
 
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Hi  crew. Joe, math & STEM coach from Palo Alto joining in.
 
 
 
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I saw  was here so I'm lurking. 6-8 art teacher here.  
 
 
 
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 A2: in kinderland we assess all day long, use that data to ensure all students are where they need to be and remediate if needed
 
 
 
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A2 If we are so concerned with "scores" and not getting a child to love learning, we are failing that child. 
 
 
 
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A3 We are HUGE in RTI2 and each student is assessed & shown their progress thru the year. 
 
 
 
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A2 check recheck and check again. The data drives the assessment. The assessment drives the plan  
 
 
 
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 I think this probably the most important assessment. 
 
 
 
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A3- my students track their progress in their data binders. I have my own. They love graphing their growth 
 
 
 
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 A3 teach Ss to chart progress in reading/math - pinpoint areas of growth and set a plan. Ss use info to lead back to school night
 
 
 
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 A3 student ePortfolios, data conferences, and tracking sheets that students are accountable for keeping.
 
 
 
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A3: we regularly look at the reports view on CD. I also share my rubrics as giant posters in my class 
 
 
 
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A3 goal setting... Growth mindset! Students ask, Where am I and how can I exercise my brain to grow 
 
 
 
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A1: ugggh. We assess everything and sometimes it's ridiculous. We need assessments for our assessments.  
 
 
 
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A3 SLO this year is for students to choose a weak fitness area, take ownership of it, and collaboratively(me and them) succeed. 
 
 
 
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 what do your data conferences consist of? 
 
 
 
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Do wish it was that way. Reality of what it has turned into is sad and teaching to the test, even worst  https://t.co/aF0MTrBdYg
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A1:  Assessment: Listening, observing and having conversations..Learning deeply about student thinking and learning..being honest!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 a3- I share successes with them in their reading data binder
 
 
 
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 A3- rubrics and comments on google drive! Mini-conferences on tests.
 
 
 
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 Also what do you use for ePortfolios? I'm curious 
 
 
 
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A3 Students and I share their data, talk about ways to succeed, set them on their way. It works well. 92.9 percent improvement. 
 
 
 
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A2: It’s always important to look at data to move on assessments. Are the assessments effective.   https://t.co/4QCDg3IWbc
 
 
 
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 Buahaha! It sure does feel like we do! 
 
 
 
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A2:  Isn't 'data' (qualitative or quantitative) what results from assessment? 
 
 
 
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A3 I am always looking for a better way   Students need to see the data in order to self assess.  
 
 
 
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A3: I’ve always shared assessments w Ss. For them to reflect on growth. For them to evaluate my practice.   https://t.co/F838XHFjy9
 
 
 
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 A3: we track our reading/math data in notebooks and on posters. Students can move there data up/down and make new goals.
 
 
 
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 Q3 I like to grade with students in my 5th grade class so we/they can talk about process and see what's learned. It's immediate
 
 
 
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 a2- data needs needs to help you drive instruction
 
 
 
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 hi all! I think growth w/ assessment BUT do not believe it's happening. Kids=stressed, loss of class time, & record keeping
 
 
 
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 Why don't we talk about formative versus summative assessment? 
 
 
 
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  google drive is very quickly becoming my favorite thing
 
 
 
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 Thanks for the follow. One of the hardest working players I've seen over the years. Hope all is well. 
 
 
 
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 agreed, I feel like as teachers we are the one to put into action. 
 
 
 
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What frustrates me the most is when the state's data doesn't match ours! Whose equation are they using?? 
 
 
 
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 That is a good conversation to have, an important one 
 
 
 
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 Q3 We cheer mistakes and give made up points for them. Growth mindset approach.
 
 
 
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  But, as a teacher, I am learning as part of assessment...Ss too...think about effective feedback. 
 
 
 
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 Hey Jenna! Super excited, as admin I send messages to all my Teachers classes. Today we celebrated  
 
 
 
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 so true, I feel like the only data I can rely on is what I see and do in my classroom. Throw out the states'. 
 
 
 
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Q3: Instant feedback from online assessment and student graphing their results in their data notebooks 
 
 
 
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A3 Color code my data so students can see what level they are at. Achieving becomes goal oriented. 
 
 
 
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 Thanks Tiffany, see the huge benefit of  I'm on the Admin waiting list! can't wait 
 
 
 
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That’s it. Celebrate mistakes & failures bc they lead to revisions & growth.   https://t.co/dlirjm1t9w
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 Q3 We cheer mistakes and give made up points for them. Growth mindset approach.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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A4: Got this idea from one of my team Ts. Ss self-assess before/after lessons, recess, etc.  https://t.co/KuSiJRI5VZ
 
 
 
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A2:  Are we strictly thinking about data in the quantitative sense? As a result of summative evaluation? 
 
 
 
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 I broke my left arm last week and am typing with my right only. Challenging.
 
 
 
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  has change my  and how I see classroom management, it is a positive tool! 
 
 
 
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A4 Being hones w/ yourself about what you have done. Adjust accordingly. We are our harshest critics, after all. 
 
 
 
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A4-we made a rubric at the beginning of the year. They assess themselves based on that 
 
 
 
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A4 Having developed rubrics for skills being taught, the students use it to assess their level based on a 1-4 rubric.  
 
 
 
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 a4 using rubrics, conversations and moments of reflection empowers Ss to look inward 
 
 
 
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 Q4: Self-Assessment looks like Ss rating selves on skills need help, can do, can teach
 
 
 
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A4 student highlight mistakes, find solutions to them, learn 
 
 
 
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  some assessments are effective - too many take away from their use 
 
 
 
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A3: In my perfect world Ss would have a say in creating rubrics & conversations would happen around that.   https://t.co/99b90Lnf9l
 
 
 
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 I say no, really any assessment that you use to drive instruction. 
 
 
 
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  I started career as prek teacher the power of observation is key! 
 
 
 
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 A4 thumbs up/down, self assessment sticky notes on a scale of 1-4, praise honesty, journaling
 
 
 
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 I see the true value of assessment when we see it as ongoing...observations and conversations we have with students.
 
 
 
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 Definitely is! Shared  video 1 and 2 with staff that don't even have dojo!  
 
 
 
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 A4 cont'd tickets out the door seeking student reflection of learning for lesson.
 
 
 
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 A4 exit tickets - but also being an example and evaluating MYSELF in front of Ss 
 
 
 
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 red yellow green cup on the desk super helpful
 
 
 
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 Plickers app is a great tool, students track their grown using charts; keeps Ss on track w/ learning contracts
 
 
 
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So much we can learn from our students from just observing them and their thought process  https://t.co/QOT0jOAgrM
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  I started career as prek teacher the power of observation is key! 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Exactly Chris.  Getting S's to believe in themselves, and to work hard(effort) is key to their success. 
 
 
 
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 Yes! right now I had to create my own class and ask Staff to add me. I'd love to be able to connect with ALL staff 
 
 
 
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 A4 Red cup, yellow cup, green cup, gotta love Solo cups colors!
 
 
 
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 This is why I want to do an  with my students!!! 
 
 
 
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 A4: modeling how to self reflect is key in K!
 
 
 
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  What about observations and conversations with students?  Think of the qualitative data! 
 
 
 
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 a4 and having Ss evaluate ME - causes me to look inward and shift and change
 
 
 
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A4 Ss have 2 be taught to self-assess  2 worried about being wrong. They have 2 learn to set new goals based on assess.  
 
 
 
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 Q4 Great question. How do I learn how other teachers use class dojo?
 
 
 
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A3 when they get their SLO scores 
 
 
 
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A 3   Edmodo self corrects, immediate feedback; a 'football field' image- kids march down the field to touchdown =100 math facts'
 
 
 
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A4 Short, simply, quick answer to the same Qs weekly/daily. Answering shows you were active learning today  https://t.co/gsBRqVwfZK
 
 
 
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A4 - self assessment for me depends greatly on the type of assignment! 
 
 
 
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I have really seen a shift in self-assessment since starting  with my students. We make goals daily! 
 
 
 
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    I've never been retweeted before! That must be insightful! 
 
 
 
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 Teen #3 is hungry. Back in a jiffy! ❤️
 
 
 
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 is trending on Twitter in 
 
 
 
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A3: What we learn about our students can be shared with then via effective feedback, based on clearly understood success criteria.
 
 
 
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A5: Goal setting to me gives Ss aim in their actions in the classroom especially if they set the goal based on data. 
 
 
 
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A5 We go over our  posters every morning. We focus on one goal/day. Whatever they think they need to focus on. 
 
 
 
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A5 As stated earlier my SLO is student drive, their choice of what to succeed upon in terms of fitness. It's worked. 
 
 
 
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 When our students reflect on their data and set their own goals, their data stories become their own! Q5
 
 
 
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 q5- students and I work to set goals. We just set a whole class dojo goal today for behavior. 🙂
 
 
 
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 Yes, it has existed, but I don't see enough evidence of an emphasis on formative assessment. 
 
 
 
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A5 Assess them(pre-test), teach them, let them practice at home, teach again, post test over and over, success results.  
 
 
 
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 I should film them doing it & send it to you... 
 
 
 
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 Q5 Get students talking all the time.
 
 
 
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A4: Lots of reflection, conversations, folders to store work they've mastered and work on.  Thumbs up/down  https://t.co/JH9gDlhOi8
 
 
 
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A4 checklists, rubrics, teacher/student questioning  
 
 
 
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 Oh yes that would be fab!! 
 
 
 
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 A5- we set goals on how we can understand the lesson and apply it to our real lives.
 
 
 
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 is now trending in USA, ranking 48
 
 
 
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 A5 Ss must be involved when reviewing assessed data; helps set goals creating learning.
 
 
 
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 They LOVE doing it and remind ME to go over them every morning! 
 
 
 
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 I had educators in the 60's that continually gave me feedback, offered excellent ways and means, formative in nature.
 
 
 
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A5 love to hear Ss say things like, "We should work on building fluency!  Let's make it worth 5 pts!" 
 
 
 
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A5 Model your own goal setting. Use stems at first to set the stage.  
 
 
 
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 I wanna see your posters :) 
 
 
 
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   hahaha! Well contrags on your first retweet! Will have to do lots more of that :) 
 
 
 
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 love the  point tie in, it is a motivation for sure. 
 
 
 
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Co create rubrics with Ss.  They have to be stakeholders from the ground up to make the most meaningful goals 
 
 
 
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Hello everyone! I'm a tech trainer  - beverage of choice is definitely Diet Coke! 
 
 
 
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A5: during lit. Circle reflection, Ss fill out a growth mindset/ effective feedback form for next session 
 
 
 
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A5  Let Ss choose skills to work on each week and pick a dojo icon and pt value -- they love taking control
 
 
 
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  I really like the point tie in!
 
 
 
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 practice and retracting according to need is critical 
 
 
 
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A5 I also have Ss select skills to "retire". They say "We got this now - it should be 1 pt" 
 
 
 
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 Late in the chat--was at kids' gymnastic and karate practice. Name's Sarah Sansbury, from Hoover, AL, and I love chai lattes.
 
 
 
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A5 making them part of the rubric making process 
 
 
 
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 Hi Sarah! Thanks for joining :) LOVE a good chai latte! 
 
 
 
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A1 - assessment has been built up as scary. We forget that teachers consistently assess. Quick thumbs up/down, turn & talk, etc 
 
 
 
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 Exactly. Getting S's to believe in the important of bonafide practice is key too. 
 
 
 
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 I see Ss who don't really understand feedback they receive, nor do they have opportunity to apply before moving on.
 
 
 
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Google sheets help me organize and color code student data!!  
 
 
 
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A6 Ss all have same binder (school wide) and have a goals page inside which they assess and update frequently  
 
 
 
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  runs until 8PM if you want to chime in :)
 
 
 
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      I'll check it out when I get done with . Twitter is exploding on my end. ❤️
 
 
 
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 Q6: The Ss track via spreadsheets embedded into the ePortfolios. Easy entry, nice display.
 
 
 
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A6 Obvs. I use  to track behav. goals! We use  for assessment goals & mastery. 
 
 
 
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  my love for Google and all things Google classroom grows every day.
 
 
 
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 A6  I keep running records of assessments(pre & post); Ss track learning goals similar way; we meet a discuss where to go next
 
 
 
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A6 mostly visually and with one on one conferences due to the nature of my class (art) 
 
 
 
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A6 Tracking data I use spreadsheet and color code on Google Sheets.  S's can see what their score is and color. Red to Blue. 
 
 
 
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 looking for an easier effective way to do this a6
 
 
 
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A6: Ss keep track regarding performance on standards and where they need support 
 
 
 
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 Okay I always want to learn how to do this!  :) 
 
 
 
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A6 Also sent home individual scoresheets that students could share. See present score, set goals, and go for it. 
 
 
 
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A6- part 2: we have digital weebly portfolios  
 
 
 
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 How often to students create new goals? 
 
 
 
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 You'll have to get an espresso machine and we can send each other latte art pics! lol 
 
 
 
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 You bet! I am also eagerly awaiting the next dojo video 
 
 
 
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A4: Involves metacognition and self-reflection...what I know and am able to do and where my thinking make need to change. 
 
 
 
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  A little bird told me that #3 is the best one... ;-) 
 
 
 
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  student voice is a powerful asset! 
 
 
 
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 I need to get better at Google Classrooms  
 
 
 
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 Classdojo for behavior and leadership binders for everything!
 
 
 
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 Check out Khan  and learnstorm 2016 
 
 
 
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 Q6: Student Led data conferences allow students to share their growth with parents.
 
 
 
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  depends on the class -- math Ts/reading Ts/STEM Ts set up goals - my readers - monthly based on data 
 
 
 
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 I just use basic graphs for my students in a data notebook. 
 
 
 
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Q7 is coming at you in 1 minute... 
 
 
 
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Confer app is amazing for organizing conference noted  
 
 
 
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 o   one of the most important assets in our classrooms! 
 
 
 
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Q7: What type of rubrics do you use in the classroom? How are Ss involved in the creation process?  https://t.co/VJV3PXg65z
 
 
 
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A5:  Ts usually develop the learning goals based on curriculum...Ss can engage in co-creation of related success criteria. 
 
 
 
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 Me too. This is the awesome power of learning - you can't get enough and want to hear it again and again. https://t.co/XmIE9LHhn6
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A7  Much as possible create with Ss -- so powerful but must also use CCSS rubrics 
 
 
 
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 Awesome power of learning! 
 
 
 
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A7. We look at exemplars to co-create the rubric through discussion and debate.  Power in the process!!!!  
 
 
 
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A6 I've done low tech w graphic organizers and exit tickets. Also journaling w prompts.  
 
 
 
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 A7  Rubrics are created w/ rubric programs online w/ students at onset of project; using goals; formative and summative
 
 
 
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A6: Many different ways, spreadsheets, conf notes, I like checklists best, especially when sharing with Ss  https://t.co/Y10NA0BZk1
 
 
 
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A7 State created rubrics mostly, since that's how they are assessed. 
 
 
 
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 sounds like I need to break out the data binder I got over the summer. Hope I have enough copies on the machine to get it done
 
 
 
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 Rubrics are used to assess all product based assessments. It's great to have Ss co-produce rubrics. Greater buy in! Q7
 
 
 
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A7 also love to use a maker approach as much as possible -- DID YOU MAKE THE THING? y/n DONE  
 
 
 
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 a7- I love me some checklists.
 
 
 
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A7 When Ss r aware of learning goals they know what's expected & then it's fun for them 2 create rubrics! Ss own learning-Awesome! 
 
 
 
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  I don't know! I teach 3, and it's a lot of baby steps! They can do it though!
 
 
 
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 It's mostly teachers exchanging thoughts and ideas about what goes on in the classroom but all are welcomed 
 
 
 
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A6:  Anyone using electronic documentation tools like the app Explain Everything/One Note? Great ways to track progress over time.
 
 
 
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 A7 I've never had my kids create one with me. How do you get your expectations for the task across?
 
 
 
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A7 my 2nd graders are so adorable creating rubrics and self-assessing  
 
 
 
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 Q5 I think of myself not as a teacher. Lonely! I focus as a model of learning by getting student to be teachers. 
 
 
 
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A7 Teaching the physical skills to Pre-K-2 S's showing them and having them try each level works well. They understand it. 
 
 
 
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  Starting with a clear goal -- so they know what you want as the outcome - then it is obvious 
 
 
 
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 Excellent way of sharing progress and Ss taking ownership! 
 
 
 
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We must be trending if the spammers are infiltrating the  force field!
 
 
 
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 could you share an example of one your kiddos created?! 
 
 
 
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A6: I've created a "live rubric' where students can come up and observe actual student work that scores at different levels. 
 
 
 
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 organic process.Old S work saved.Then reviewed by the current Ss.  Discuss what makes it a 3 or 4 and build rubric 
 
 
 
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A7 Used to look at exemplars, talk about expectations, create/revise as needed, but now we have to use what's given to us :( 
 
 
 
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 Nothing wrong with that approach...'old faithful'! 
 
 
 
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 I'm obsessed with data binders it helps me drive Parent Teacher Conferences=Student Led Conferences 
 
 
 
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  of course you're at home. We deserve it 😀 I'll catch up with you tomorrow!
 
 
 
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  but it honestly looked a lot like one I would create -- I just led them there.  Must have at least 4 sentences etc
 
 
 
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 Agreed!  So time-consuming, but so powerful...awesome learning opportunity! 
 
 
 
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 exactly my process with Ss 
 
 
 
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A8  reflection and mindfulness and SO important.  We must give time to pause, think and evaluate!  
 
 
 
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 That sounds really interesting, immediate feedback 
 
 
 
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 I also use a fake rubric to start do it on Bubblegum have students tell you what bubblegum needs to have to be good 
 
 
 
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A7 Each child learns at their own pace, it's key to nurture each as such. All will develop in a variety of ways/levels. 
 
 
 
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Check out the  feed! Happening now!
 
 
 
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 it's our "short day" on Wednesdays so I BAIL WHEN I CAN  
 
 
 
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I missed Q8?? Can somebody RT pease? 
 
 
 
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 Lots of great ideas being kicked around here. Love Ss setting goals and taking ownership of education.  mindset
 
 
 
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Hi Everyone. I'm just joining from Ottawa. For s gen criteria just ask them "what will quality look like?" They will amaze you. 
 
 
 
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  short days??? What is this mystery.  
 
 
 
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True life skills!  Flatten those classroom walls!   https://t.co/bQX6JXEf8O
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A8  reflection and mindfulness and SO important.  We must give time to pause, think and evaluate!  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 enjoyed that a lot but now forced to use what already comes with curriculum, especially in ELA & Math. Not fair! 
 
 
 
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 today's chat is called "Read Between the Spam"  
 
 
 
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  my fav phrase right now is "flatten the walls of your classroom!"
 
 
 
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 Are u successful at engaging in that process often with Ss? I'm aware of the time commitment..as well as the value!
 
 
 
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 I find it challenging to co-create rubrics in my first grade class. Any tips? What grade do you teach? 
 
 
 
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You can still pull those rubrics apart.  Even if it is to put them back together!  https://t.co/2SagYeTXA4
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 enjoyed that a lot but now forced to use what already comes with curriculum, especially in ELA & Math. Not fair! 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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This is so great. When you do this, they really begin to understand expectations. It empowers Ss.  https://t.co/t5ZauH8XK9
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 organic process.Old S work saved.Then reviewed by the current Ss.  Discuss what makes it a 3 or 4 and build rubric 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 I've also seen amazing use of tech in kinderland! 😉 
 
 
 
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 It's those take over people! They're making it hard for me to keep up too! But we will not let them! lol! 
 
 
 
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 and they really like to analyze what makes bubblegum good. You could do it with a cookie or other items too. 
 
 
 
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 We will stand as a united  front! lol
 
 
 
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Shout out to  for being a fantastic moderator tonight! 
 
 
 
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 Yes! But I still never got Q8 lol! 
 
 
 
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Thank you  for the thoughtful Qs and for everyone who joined in on the conversation tonight!! <3 this PLN! 
 
 
 
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A8 must leave gotta cook for the fan   love to all my dojopals see you out there! 
 
 
 
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Yay ! You were so awesome that even the spammers came to !
 
 
 
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 Thanks so much for all the great ideas and conversation!!
 
 
 
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A8 Reflection is key to getting S's to see the value of working hard. It pays off.Reflecting on success/non-success, growth occurs.
 
 
 
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Thank you everyone- I'm off to put the little minions to bed. 
 
 
 
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A8 All day long we reflect based on our individual set goal for the day. 
 
 
 
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Be sure to follow one another and continue to connect outside of ! :) Next week - same day same time!
 
 
 
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 Thanks every1, lots to ponder as always!
 
 
 
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As always "Class Dojo" chatters, follow someone new.  .  Great job tonight all.
 
 
 
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Thank YOU for a great chat tonight! So happy I came by :) 
 
 
 
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 haha I obviously attract it on Twitter as much as in my email inbox :) 
 
 
 
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You ROCK  !  Thanks for sharing your moderation expertise with us!