#gafechat Archive
Community of educators discussing and sharing Google for Education ideas and resources.
Tuesday August 16, 2016
9:00 PM EDT
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:00 PM EDT
Welcome to
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. Please take a moment to introduce yourself, share blog/website.
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Eric Curts, tech integrationist from Ohio, GET, GEI, GEG leader, blog at
https://t.co/IAacxssXiw
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kmohr
Aug 16 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Kathy Mohr, Director of Technology and Professional Development at North Central Ohio ESC.
https://t.co/A3Pkvzoazz
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AHamiltonCUSD
Aug 16 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Alicia Hamilton, 4th grade, Google L1, ELD champion
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RhondaLuetje
Aug 16 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Hi all! Rhonda Luetje, Tech Support Teacher Dublin, OH.
https://t.co/5NM4sYbSgi
,
https://t.co/pJPQ6Z8z0T
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danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Daniel from Southwest Michigan (although riding in a car now) getting ready to participate in my first
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ryanrismiller
Aug 16 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Ryan Rismiller, HS AP, Marion, OH
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parkinsonmiriam
Aug 16 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Miriam Parkinson, Google Applications Specialist Fair Lawn, NJ and Google Certified Trainer. My 1st
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!
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:03 PM EDT
#gafechat
uses the Q# & A# format. Ex: respond to Q1 by starting your tweet with A1
mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Mindy Woods 7/8 CIT in Dallas TX
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marlenemharris
Aug 16 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Marlene Harris, Tech Coach in GAfE district,
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c_simp1
Aug 16 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Christine Simpson, Principal of Rouse High School in Leander, TX
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LISDTechie
- Moderator
Aug 16 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Have a great
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everyone. I will be with you guys in spirit. I am spending the night w/ family before I fly out to Japan tomorrow
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Our topic tonight will be on using Google tools for online assessments
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MrMikeKauf
Aug 16 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Mike from Santo Domingo. 7th grade SS teacher and co-author at
https://t.co/uLuvFHLZWU
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breicher
Aug 16 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Hi, Bruce from NJ. Computer Apps/Television Production Teacher
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ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:05 PM EDT
1st question coming in 1 minute.
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MsRittenbach
Aug 16 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Shiyel, 7th ELA in ND. It's my first
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and I look forward to reading your ideas!
JChanter22
Aug 16 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Hello! Curriculum & tech t k-5 from Lakewood.
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https://t.co/zPfNh0RfUs
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Q1: What is a benefit (for teachers or students) of using an online assessment?
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Ms_Susnitzky
Aug 16 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Janet, 4th Grade in Campbell, CA. Google Certified Level 1
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SPFTech_Treglia
Aug 16 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Hi! I'm Emilia, a techie from an NJ school district
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mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:06 PM EDT
A1: TIMESTAMPS...can be done anytime, anywhere on any device!!
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RhondaLuetje
Aug 16 @ 9:07 PM EDT
A1 Online assessments are engaging, efficient, and allow for immediate feedback. They also support multi-media Qs.
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ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:07 PM EDT
A1: Ability to use accommodations like text to speech and zoom when using digital assessments
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mryeagley
Aug 16 @ 9:07 PM EDT
Jayson from Mahoning County ESC in Ohio. Tech Integration/eLearning
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tkraz
Aug 16 @ 9:07 PM EDT
A1 Immediate feedback is one of the biggest benefits, for both Ss and Ts
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kmohr
Aug 16 @ 9:07 PM EDT
Teachers can setup online assessments to be graded. Students get practice using online assessments in prep for AIR.
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ryanrismiller
Aug 16 @ 9:07 PM EDT
A1: quick data checks to inform what Ss know and where supports need to be provided
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breicher
Aug 16 @ 9:07 PM EDT
A1 - Immediate Feedback or Students and a way for a teacher to keep assessment organized
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danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT
A1: easily digestable real time data! Knowing that what you teach is working and being able to adjust immediately instead of tmrw
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KatieJMcNamara
Aug 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT
Katie High School Teacher Librarian. Helping 14 new teachers. 1st day tomorrow
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https://t.co/bN7GzS8i1j
AHamiltonCUSD
Aug 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT
A1: Efficient. Allow for differentiation (Read&Write)
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MrMikeKauf
Aug 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT
A1-Online assess can provide faster and better feedback. For example - Moodle quiz can have hints if S need.
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KristieLBurk
Aug 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT
Kristie -- Coordinator of Cyber and Blended Learning from Downingtown, Pa
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Ms_Susnitzky
Aug 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT
A1: Instant feedback for everyone, so Ts can modify future lessons immediately and target what Ss still need to know
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c_simp1
Aug 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT
First benefit that comes to mind is always time- quick snapshot of where learners are in order to craft next experience
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JChanter22
Aug 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT
A1: immediate feedback. Comfort of device.
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marlenemharris
Aug 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT
A1 Less time grading, more time providing meaningful feedback
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MrStevenKerr
Aug 16 @ 9:09 PM EDT
Jumping in late, Steven, a Middle School Assistant Principal from Missouri
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KristieLBurk
Aug 16 @ 9:09 PM EDT
A1 easily gather analytical data on specific Q's
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tkraz
Aug 16 @ 9:09 PM EDT
A1 Less time grading for Ts also can lead to more prep time thinking of ways to improve their learning.
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MsRittenbach
Aug 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT
A1: Easily accessible for Ss and Ts, ability to adapt to a variety of assessment needs.
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danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT
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@MrMikeKauf
the new Google forms allows hints and feedback as well
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AssignmentHelpN
Aug 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT
eLearning Infographic: Benefits of Blended Learning
https://t.co/zWu9NrdVGA
#CTEchat
#edchatma
#elmused
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https://t.co/cDf3iQHR0n
mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT
@marlenemharris
this is the goal for us all!
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MrStevenKerr
Aug 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT
A1: It helps our Ts spend less time grading exams, and gives them real time results and can give immediate feedback to Ss
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mryeagley
Aug 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT
A1: Future revision ability since digital...helps work towards mastery vs glass ceiling summative
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ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Absolutely! Use assessments to drive instruction, not just get a grade
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https://t.co/GW0kZkwHH1
c_simp1
Aug 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT
First benefit that comes to mind is always time- quick snapshot of where learners are in order to craft next experience
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KatieJMcNamara
Aug 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT
A1 ? Is there a tool to assess like Google certification does?
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ryanrismiller
Aug 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT
A1.1: pending on platform used- increased engagement
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RhondaLuetje
Aug 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT
YES! Less time grading, more time using data to drive the next steps in instruction and learning.
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https://t.co/sLn4HkSU8X
KristieLBurk
Aug 16 @ 9:09 PM EDT
A1 easily gather analytical data on specific Q's
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THLibrariZen
Aug 16 @ 9:11 PM EDT
A1: As many have already said, immediacy of feedback is huge for online assessments. Plus they can be quite engaging & save trees!
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MrMikeKauf
Aug 16 @ 9:11 PM EDT
@danieltmares
That is great to know. Thank for sharing. It was one of the features that was keeping me with Moodle for quizzes.
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THLibrariZen
Aug 16 @ 9:12 PM EDT
Jumping into
#gafechat
as much as I can tonight! I've missed it & all the awesome ideas shared by amazing teachers! Lynn, TL in Iowa!
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:12 PM EDT
I love the way the Google Cert test has you perform the skills. Would love to be able to use that platform
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https://t.co/zwhB5kkVj6
KatieJMcNamara
Aug 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT
A1 ? Is there a tool to assess like Google certification does?
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ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT
Q2: What is a challenge of online assessments? How do you overcome it?
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MrMikeKauf
Aug 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT
I love the "glass ceiling" metaphor for summative assessments. I am stealing this one!
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https://t.co/DD9gytAKTS
mryeagley
Aug 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT
A1: Future revision ability since digital...helps work towards mastery vs glass ceiling summative
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danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT
.
@MrMikeKauf
check it out. They also added an answer key so you don't have to use the flubaroo add-on if you don't want to!
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parkinsonmiriam
Aug 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT
@danieltmares
Agree with you! The new quiz feature in forms is outstanding.
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RhondaLuetje
Aug 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT
@mryeagley
Love this!
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AHamiltonCUSD
Aug 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT
A
#hyperdoc
could work for that, maybe?
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https://t.co/sX3JuPSNlY
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:12 PM EDT
I love the way the Google Cert test has you perform the skills. Would love to be able to use that platform
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https://t.co/zwhB5kkVj6
KatieJMcNamara
Aug 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT
A1 ? Is there a tool to assess like Google certification does?
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ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT
A2: Having enough devices for students. Can use personal devices (phones, etc) for Google Forms
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danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT
@ericcurts
@KatieJMcNamara
stinks that there is not an easy available way to do that right now, as of fits with
#sbg
really well
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ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT
For a comparison of the new Google Forms quiz feature vs Flubaroo see here:
https://t.co/beeXXDlLx2
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MsRittenbach
Aug 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT
A2: Tech issues. Always have a plan B so that even if your tech fails, your lesson doesn't.
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tkraz
Aug 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A2 Difficulties include technical issues that rarely happen with paper. Sometimes is more wieldy to do.
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JChanter22
Aug 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A2: lack of T training 😢
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RhondaLuetje
Aug 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A2 Not enough devices for everyone. IT dept needs to think about the infrastructure of the network too. Invisible, but key.
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THLibrariZen
Aug 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A2: Technology is great when it works but sometimes it doesn't. Sometimes the best laid plans . . . Are the Plan Bs! Be flexible!
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danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A2: many worry about cheating as an issue, but if most fields, it is simply using resources. Re-structure questions if worried
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parkinsonmiriam
Aug 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A2: important to enourage teachers to let students use personal devices and not be discouraged by lack of devices
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mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT
@ericcurts
here is our Stu goo cert site,
https://t.co/xafBg0DkEp
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KatieJMcNamara
Aug 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT
@AHamiltonCUSD
@ericcurts
hyperdoc can definitely help set up tasks...but can't grade
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JChanter22
Aug 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT
A2: more PD!! 👍🏻👍🏻
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mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT
A2: We’d like more than just scantron type questions...like exponents in a txt questions for math Ts
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AHamiltonCUSD
Aug 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT
A2: Anything that requires showing your thinking means using a doc or slide and taking a picture, complex for some kiddos
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ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT
@mbswoods
That site looks awesome! Have to check this out
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ryanrismiller
Aug 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT
A2: demonstration of task. Use dry erase markers on desk/boards. Take pic and share in Google classroom
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danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT
A2.2: also worry about time for teachers to create. Show them it is easy and that it is worth the initial time investment
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Ms_Susnitzky
Aug 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT
A2: Technical difficulties - we have to be flexible with technology as anything could happen.
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RhondaLuetje
Aug 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT
A2 Careful to not have long Google Form assessment if you have a temperamental network. No auto save if take assessment on Forms.
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MattPorricelli
Aug 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT
A2: Access to devices in the classroom & at home - overcome w/ BYOD, recycling old iPhones/iPods
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#edtech
https://t.co/HSkjrBBXkH
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT
Q2: What is a challenge of online assessments? How do you overcome it?
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EdTechAri
Aug 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT
Goodbye Hangouts on Air hello YouTube Live.- Google to move Hangouts On Air to YouTube Live
https://t.co/9MBeCuyucC
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#gafesummit
KristieLBurk
Aug 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT
@danieltmares
I agree!
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MrStevenKerr
Aug 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT
A2:If you don't have enough bandwidth, our school had issues with that when we had state testing
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mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT
@ericcurts
and they can use the device they like best, phone, tablet, cbook or laptop!
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breicher
Aug 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT
A2 - Spending the time to create the assessment using forms. Nothing to overcome, but worth spending the time to create and reuse.
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mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT
A2: Is there any good way to do matching questions?
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RhondaLuetje
Aug 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT
@mbswoods
@ericcurts
Wow! Great resource! Thank you for sharing.
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mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT
A2: Is there any way to use a question bank that selects questions randomly?
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ryanrismiller
Aug 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT
@danieltmares
the greatest aspect is the ease of creating random assessments
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danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT
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@parkinsonmiriam
it helps so much for the non-technically inclined staff to get them using technology!
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KristieLBurk
Aug 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT
Yes - which is why sharing is equally important!
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https://t.co/eImmIjt8z4
breicher
Aug 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT
A2 - Spending the time to create the assessment using forms. Nothing to overcome, but worth spending the time to create and reuse.
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mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT
@ericcurts
parts are locked down, but i can give you samples if you want to see them
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c_simp1
Aug 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT
A2 Adults also need to process the relevance and the why when approaching new learning. Is that built into our PD?
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ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT
@mbswoods
Sounds like an add-on someone needs to create
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mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:19 PM EDT
@Ms_Susnitzky
it never fails the wifi goes down in my largest class!
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danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:19 PM EDT
@AHamiltonCUSD
@ericcurts
yes, but would be hard to grade and check for the skills without automation.
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ryanrismiller
Aug 16 @ 9:19 PM EDT
A2.1: concerns with online assessments not modeling digital state tests
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ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Q3: Share a tip, trick, idea, or best practice for using Google Forms for online assessments.
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KristieLBurk
Aug 16 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Thanks for sharing!
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https://t.co/zgdy4rFuQC
mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT
@ericcurts
here is our Stu goo cert site,
https://t.co/xafBg0DkEp
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danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:20 PM EDT
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@ryanrismiller
yes! Totally agree, but many teachers have said that the students would just google the answers. Reword to help
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ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:21 PM EDT
A3: Use the gMath add-on to easily add math expressions, graphs, handwriting, etc to a Google Form quiz
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RhondaLuetje
Aug 16 @ 9:21 PM EDT
A3 Keep Q short & sweet (think title), use description for Q detail. Remember that Q becomes column header on results spreadsheet!
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tkraz
Aug 16 @ 9:21 PM EDT
Q3 This has gone through a big change since we left school for the summer.
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mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:21 PM EDT
@KristieLBurk
@breicher
or to build in the reteach pieces to help Ss understand why an answer is wrong
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ryanrismiller
Aug 16 @ 9:21 PM EDT
@breicher
great feature that can be a time saver is using speech to text
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MrMikeKauf
Aug 16 @ 9:21 PM EDT
A3-Great tip for Google Forms is to have wrong answer link students to review materials and then back to the Q for a second chance
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marlenemharris
Aug 16 @ 9:22 PM EDT
@JChanter22
Love "Training for Google Apps" extension? No more excuses 4 not knowing how 2 use GAfE
https://t.co/vhk0f3VrHj
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AHamiltonCUSD
Aug 16 @ 9:22 PM EDT
Q3: Collaborate- divide and conquer!
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parkinsonmiriam
Aug 16 @ 9:22 PM EDT
A3: Have students create G Form questions based on a presentation they give to class
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danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A3: use section breaks to create a more focused assessment! Also, try the jump to page feature and build adventure
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RhondaLuetje
Aug 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A3 Give choices when possible. MC, checkboxes, dropdown, & scale = summary of results in graphic form. Short answer not so much.
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mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A3: use the branching feature for instant feedback for students
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ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT
That is an excellent use of "branching" Forms. The assessment becomes instruction
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https://t.co/NifB45GUqO
MrMikeKauf
Aug 16 @ 9:21 PM EDT
A3-Great tip for Google Forms is to have wrong answer link students to review materials and then back to the Q for a second chance
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tkraz
Aug 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A3 I have Ss use Google forms to create questions that we use for reviews, etc.
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ryanrismiller
Aug 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A3: if wanting to do data collection. Have choices spelled the way you want in order to use functions like countif
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MrMikeKauf
Aug 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT
Good advice for any and all educational new ideas and initiatives!
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https://t.co/MLqIAJ5k9j
AHamiltonCUSD
Aug 16 @ 9:22 PM EDT
Q3: Collaborate- divide and conquer!
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breicher
Aug 16 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A3 - Use with Google Classroom and use the quiz feature in forms.
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THLibrariZen
Aug 16 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A3: I like the randomize features for questions & answers. Helps keep answers/performance honest on selection items.
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mryeagley
Aug 16 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A2 In a non-digital sense, online assessment suffers just as paper assessment due to lack of assessment literacy among educators.
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danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A3.2: pair a form with autocrat to send results as form email back to students. Could be helpful for long responses/notes
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MrMikeKauf
Aug 16 @ 9:24 PM EDT
@ericcurts
Exactly! Make the assessment a learning opportunity!
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mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:24 PM EDT
@tkraz
I LOVE when Ss have to come up with the questions
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ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:25 PM EDT
#gafechat
moving too fast? Don’t worry check website after chat for transcript
https://t.co/7YZFS42i47
ryanrismiller
Aug 16 @ 9:25 PM EDT
A3.1: if question styles are similar, repeat previous questions in order to not have to reselect all of the features
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MrMikeKauf
Aug 16 @ 9:25 PM EDT
@THLibrariZen
Does Google have this feature? I use it for Moodle and love it.
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MattPorricelli
Aug 16 @ 9:25 PM EDT
A3: Allow for Ss to receive immediate feedback AND a chance to learn from it-Link review info to wrong answers-->Ss then try again
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MsRittenbach
Aug 16 @ 9:25 PM EDT
@tkraz
Yes! It shows what Ss think is important to know about the material.
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KristieLBurk
Aug 16 @ 9:25 PM EDT
@mryeagley
Intriguing. Say more?
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tkraz
Aug 16 @ 9:25 PM EDT
@mbswoods
The only issue with it is that I can't easily take those questions and put them back into Form form.
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parkinsonmiriam
Aug 16 @ 9:26 PM EDT
A3:
@mbswoods
Having Students create questions gives them sense of ownership
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MsRittenbach
Aug 16 @ 9:26 PM EDT
A3: I like using them as quick exit slips--easy data collecting to check if Ss understood content.
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marlenemharris
Aug 16 @ 9:26 PM EDT
A3 "All Questions Required?" add on is a must.
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JChanter22
Aug 16 @ 9:27 PM EDT
@marlenemharris
I agree!! If only all Ts could get on board. :(
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ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:27 PM EDT
Q4: Share a tip, trick, or idea for using the Flubaroo add-on for online assessments.
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KristieLBurk
Aug 16 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A3 I've used Google Forms in PD to have teachers peer review each other's work
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THLibrariZen
Aug 16 @ 9:27 PM EDT
@MrMikeKauf
Yep! Now I haven't explored it in the new quiz feature, but it was an option in Forms.
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RhondaLuetje
Aug 16 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A3 Use Google Form with YouTube to add an engagement factor with a flipped lesson.
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parkinsonmiriam
Aug 16 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A3:
@MsRittenbach
Exit slips as GForm saves time & allows for more instructional time
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ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A4: Use the “grade by hand” option to grade extended response Qs with Flubaroo
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AHamiltonCUSD
Aug 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A4: Haven't used it "for real" yet, so I'm eagerly awaiting responses!
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LeeAraoz
Aug 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT
Stretch Student Collaboration Skills with Breakout EDU
#5thchat
#tlap
#gafechat
#EdSurgeChat
https://t.co/aGTXX4S7Xt
https://t.co/V0wcM1hptS
paigedobbertin
Aug 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT
Lurking on
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like...
https://t.co/BCJSUBRAfo
tkraz
Aug 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A4 Gotta sit this Q out. Honestly, I've used Socrative bc Forms didn't have the quiz option. That, though, will change this year.
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techcoachmoran
Aug 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT
Late to
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... 😩
danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT
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@marlenemharris
I agree but it depends on the circumstance and purpose of the assessment being given. It is a great feature
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mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A4: Partial Credit on checkbox questions!!
https://t.co/DtkA4EPTrP
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ryanrismiller
Aug 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT
@breicher
@MrMikeKauf
I have had some success using the web form from my phone. Not convinced on a specific app yet
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Ms_Susnitzky
Aug 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A4: I like the partial credit feature for a checkbox question
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MsRittenbach
Aug 16 @ 9:29 PM EDT
@parkinsonmiriam
plus it's more in-depth than thumbs up/thumbs down. agreed!
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danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:29 PM EDT
A4: Flubaroo is not needed all the time, but the features and breakdown with flubaroo is fantastic! Depends on your purpose
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ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:29 PM EDT
I have some webinar videos on Flubaroo here
https://t.co/fk9GDCirXT
if you need more details
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https://t.co/Js1oSSYtHt
AHamiltonCUSD
Aug 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A4: Haven't used it "for real" yet, so I'm eagerly awaiting responses!
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THLibrariZen
Aug 16 @ 9:30 PM EDT
@KristieLBurk
Can you share more? I'm envisioning at an interesting way to "blind" score assessments & discuss! How did you use?
#gafechat
breicher
Aug 16 @ 9:30 PM EDT
A4 - When you take the quiz make your name Answer Key. I love Fluberoo, but think most T's will use the new forms quiz feature
#gafechat
marlenemharris
Aug 16 @ 9:30 PM EDT
@Ms_Susnitzky
Thanks for sharing...haven't seen that one yet :)
#gafechat
ryanrismiller
Aug 16 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A4: I like the feedback feature and being able to email details back quickly and still keep individualized
#gafechat
tkraz
Aug 16 @ 9:31 PM EDT
@breicher
@mbswoods
Good idea. I’ll be going from Sheets so may need Sheets2Doc2Forms!
#GAFEchat
RhondaLuetje
Aug 16 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A4 Here’s a pretty good Flubaroo blog that spells out some of the newer features.
https://t.co/cnEQqwgWt6
#gafechat
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A4: Use Flubaroo codes like %OR for multiple correct answers, %TO for number ranges, %CS for case sensitivity
#gafechat
ryanrismiller
Aug 16 @ 9:31 PM EDT
@RhondaLuetje
EdPuzzle is a nice tool. Ted-Ed has similar features as well.
#gafechat
kmohr
Aug 16 @ 9:32 PM EDT
A4: I like the new Flubaroo feature of being able to put the quiz responses in Docs.
#gafechat
RhondaLuetje
Aug 16 @ 9:32 PM EDT
@ryanrismiller
Have you looked at Zaption, too?
#gafechat
kmohr
Aug 16 @ 9:32 PM EDT
@ericcurts
Great feature!
#gafechat
KristieLBurk
Aug 16 @ 9:33 PM EDT
@THLibrariZen
exactly. Ts lookat each other's courses and assess based on some common look-fors. Like an interactive rubric...
#gafechat
MrMikeKauf
Aug 16 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A4 - Haven't used Flubaroo yet but it seems like it should go on my list of tech tools to look into before school gets going
#gafechat
kmohr
Aug 16 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Feedback for students
#gafechat
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A4: Flubaroo can share results with Ss as a Google Doc for those that do not have Gmail enabled
#gafechat
MrSchoenbart
Aug 16 @ 9:33 PM EDT
NEW POST: Are Our Schools Fostering Lifelong Teacher Learners? at
https://t.co/njM5vfK7Si
#njed
#gafechat
https://t.co/iqWw3EX2zX
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT
Q5: Besides Forms, what other Google tool, app, or extension do you use for online assessments? How?
#gafechat
marlenemharris
Aug 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT
@ericcurts
How long do you suppose it will take Google to add grading feature for extended response Qs in Forms?
#gafechat
ryanrismiller
Aug 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT
@RhondaLuetje
have not, but may have to now!
#gafechat
parkinsonmiriam
Aug 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT
@RhondaLuetje
Is anything happening w/Zaption? Heard it was being bough?
#gafechat
KristieLBurk
Aug 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT
@mryeagley
And more higher-order thinking, Non-Googleable answers
#gafechat
https://t.co/pGtViwbfnc
mryeagley
Aug 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT
@KristieLBurk
online or paper, assessments need to be more on point and built by an educator...too many use the 'test in the book'..PD focus
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT
Zaption is shutting down though. They got bought up.
#gafechat
https://t.co/SM28TtocYP
RhondaLuetje
Aug 16 @ 9:32 PM EDT
@ryanrismiller
Have you looked at Zaption, too?
#gafechat
MrMikeKauf
Aug 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT
@breicher
Good idea. I will give it a try. Thanks!
#gafechat
RhondaLuetje
Aug 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT
@ericcurts
Wow! Hadn't heard that. Bummer.
#gafechat
danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT
.
@RhondaLuetje
@ryanrismiller
zaption is ending at the end of September.
#gafechat
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:35 PM EDT
A5: Google Slides w/ internal links can be used for self-grading quizzes
https://t.co/myQhmouBk0
#gafechat
techcoachmoran
Aug 16 @ 9:35 PM EDT
A6: Google classroom is a natural fit! Particularly w all the updates!
#gafechat
mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:35 PM EDT
A5:
@edpuzzle
,
@classkick
,
@zaption
,
@nearpod
are the tools we like to use and many can be tied into classroom
#gafechat
parkinsonmiriam
Aug 16 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A5: Questions in Google Classroom!
#gafechat
mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A5: Love the tip in
#hyperdocs
class to include a google drawing that can be edited via a gdoc!
#gafechat
danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A5: using slides as choose own adventure style game for students. Easy to build with hyperlinks
#gafechat
MrMikeKauf
Aug 16 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A5-I like PollEverywhere for formative class assessments-has a great imbed option for Slides to get feedback during presentations
#gafechat
Ms_Susnitzky
Aug 16 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A5: Not a GAFE, but I love Plickers for a snapshot of Ss understanding. QR codes = not embarassed to hold up paper w/wrong answer
#gafechat
parkinsonmiriam
Aug 16 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A5: like Hyperdoc to tie all these tools together
#gafechat
danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A5.2: could use a hyperdoc in docs to have students navigate to different pages after answering questions. Drawings with links too
#gafechat
tkraz
Aug 16 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A5 I use Socrative to begin almost every class and see where everyone stands. Can help immediately guide the lesson.
#gafechat
mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:38 PM EDT
@parkinsonmiriam
have you tried the question in slides? still haven't found a time to try it out
#gafechat
breicher
Aug 16 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A5 - I use
https://t.co/sNi1A5UDas
for review. Easier to set up then forms and you can keep score too :)
#gafechat
AHamiltonCUSD
Aug 16 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A5: "movable" parts for sorting/matching in Slides
#gafechat
ryanrismiller
Aug 16 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A5: for assessing in general- EdPuzzle, Ted-Ed, drawing, Kahoot, plickrs, sheet, creation of videos
#gafechat
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:38 PM EDT
Great point! Plus great for classes without much technology on hand
#gafechat
https://t.co/NOshxu7kmm
Ms_Susnitzky
Aug 16 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A5: Not a GAFE, but I love Plickers for a snapshot of Ss understanding. QR codes = not embarassed to hold up paper w/wrong answer
#gafechat
RhondaLuetje
Aug 16 @ 9:38 PM EDT
@mbswoods
@parkinsonmiriam
I heard that was coming, but I haven't seen it yet. Is it in GAFE yet?
#gafechat
danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A5.3: using Google Classroom is also easy to do for assessment.
#gafechat
parkinsonmiriam
Aug 16 @ 9:39 PM EDT
A5:
@mbswoods
Yes, I have used it for PD
#gafechat
techcoachmoran
Aug 16 @ 9:39 PM EDT
@mbswoods
@parkinsonmiriam
I have not yet either.. Need to leap!
#gafechat
MrMikeKauf
Aug 16 @ 9:39 PM EDT
I love Google Drawings in my
#hyperdocs
for mapping skills.
#gafechat
https://t.co/DyyVUuYqrM
mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A5: Love the tip in
#hyperdocs
class to include a google drawing that can be edited via a gdoc!
#gafechat
SenorG
Aug 16 @ 9:39 PM EDT
A5: New extension = Stackup Tracks + categorizes reading time. I'm an edu ambassador if u want a tutorial!
https://t.co/iF2xOIVrOq
#gafechat
mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:39 PM EDT
@RhondaLuetje
@parkinsonmiriam
I saw it at edcamps in the spring and summer
#gafechat
Ms_Susnitzky
Aug 16 @ 9:39 PM EDT
@ericcurts
Very true! All it takes is one device with a camera
#gafechat
breicher
Aug 16 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A5 - I have students create their own
@GetKahoot
quizzes to practice before the assessements. They love to play them over and over
#gafechat
marlenemharris
Aug 16 @ 9:40 PM EDT
@mbswoods
@parkinsonmiriam
Played w/ it a little. Ts do not like that Stus can ask anonymous Qs in Slides
#gafechat
SenorG
Aug 16 @ 9:40 PM EDT
@breicher
Thanks for mentioning that one! Totally forgot, need to bring it back!
#gafechat
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:41 PM EDT
Q6: How do you go beyond multiple choice? Share tips for making higher level, more authentic online assessments.
#gafechat
danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:41 PM EDT
@mbswoods
@RhondaLuetje
@parkinsonmiriam
when you enter presentation mode, it should pop up on the bottom. Saw it over the summer
#gafechat
mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:42 PM EDT
@marlenemharris
@parkinsonmiriam
so if Ss have edit rights they can add ANY question too...oh!
#gafechat
tkraz
Aug 16 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A5 My goto review: Ss create Qs in Forms. Copy and load into Socrative. Do Space Race with their Qs.
#gafechat
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A6: Have Ss use Screencastify to record themselves explaining their solution/process/etc
#gafechat
marlenemharris
Aug 16 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A5 "Ask a Question" in Google Classroom is a feature that I encourage Ts to use, but haven't seen much use yet
#gafechat
RhondaLuetje
Aug 16 @ 9:42 PM EDT
LOVE this!
#gafechat
https://t.co/VxVfj4VdGj
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A6: Have Ss use Screencastify to record themselves explaining their solution/process/etc
#gafechat
RhondaLuetje
Aug 16 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A6 Use responses & sections to drive Q delivery. Incorrect -> clarifying videos. Correct -> higher level Qs.
#gafechat
Ms_Susnitzky
Aug 16 @ 9:43 PM EDT
@breicher
@GetKahoot
My students LOVE Kahoot, and they would definitely enjoy creating their own
#gafechat
danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A6: hard to do with automatic grading, but focus on skills more than content. In SocStudies having Ss analyze and interpret text
#gafechat
tkraz
Aug 16 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A6 One slight change is to ask a short answer question (= 2 points?), then follow with smae Q in MC format (= 1 pt?).
#gafechat
RhondaLuetje
Aug 16 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A6 Use video as prompt, have Ss respond through likert scale, then project results to prompt class discussion.
#gafechat
parkinsonmiriam
Aug 16 @ 9:43 PM EDT
@marleneharris
Emphasize "Ask a Question" in all my Classroom training sessions
#gafechat
MsRittenbach
Aug 16 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A6: I like using Google Docs for its track changes tool; I can assess more of Ss process in writing instead of just product
#gafechat
mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A6: no ideas are coming...but hoping to get a good tip to share with my TS
#gafechat
ryanrismiller
Aug 16 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A6: use drawing for pictograms. Sheets for data. Trends for understanding relevance tied to archives for history connection
#gafechat
techcoachmoran
Aug 16 @ 9:44 PM EDT
Q6: again I reference
#googleclassroom
that provides a space to scaffold & offer all sorts of rigorous & higher order ??
#gafechat
KatieJMcNamara
Aug 16 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A3 Use helpful text to explain when multiple options can be selected
#gafechat
Ms_Susnitzky
Aug 16 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A6: Hyperdocs allow Ss creativity and provides them with multiple ways to explain their thinking, rather than just checking a box
#gafechat
marlenemharris
Aug 16 @ 9:45 PM EDT
@mbswoods
@parkinsonmiriam
When Tchr opens a Q&A session in Slides, Stus can ask Qs without identifying themselves
#gafechat
KristieLBurk
Aug 16 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A6 questions that require demo - video, picture, audio etc
#gafechat
mryeagley
Aug 16 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A6: have students answer prompts with minimum sources, but instead of MLA...use hyperlinks to valid sources/sites embedded in.
#gafechat
tkraz
Aug 16 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A6 So you could ask the Ss how to spell "same" and then give them options in the next one to pick from. BTW - smae is WRONG
#gafechat
mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A6: haven't found the tool my Ts are excited enough about to get this far yet...
#gafechat
AHamiltonCUSD
Aug 16 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A6: Ask students to create- form, doc, slides of their own.
#gafechat
MrMikeKauf
Aug 16 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A6-Move past quiz/test and into S created work. Video/writing/dig. posters/etc. You lose auto grading and immediate feedback but..
#gafechat
ryanrismiller
Aug 16 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A6.1: sites can assist with development of methods to market
#gafechat
mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:46 PM EDT
@marlenemharris
@parkinsonmiriam
oh...no...I'm in middle school...not an option!
#gafechat
mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:47 PM EDT
@Ms_Susnitzky
LOVE
#hyperdocs
hoping to get more teacher buy-in this fall
#gafechat
SheSimplySaid
Aug 16 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A6
@PearDeck
offers options for short answer and labeling. Insert drawings and captured images of paper work into Slides.
#gafechat
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:48 PM EDT
Q7: Academic integrity is always a concern. Share tips to help avoid cheating issues when using online assessments.
#gafechat
A_Witt24
Aug 16 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A6: Students need to create authentic products. Creation is the true way to assess their skills at a higher level.
#gafechat
breicher
Aug 16 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A6 -project has many parts - research, notes in docs, create slides in
@canva
and then put into iMovie. Then create
@getkahoot
#gafechat
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:49 PM EDT
A7: Remove the grade to remove the motivation to cheat. Formative assessments do not need to go in the gradebook
#gafechat
Ms_Susnitzky
Aug 16 @ 9:49 PM EDT
My thoughts exactly!
#gafechat
https://t.co/K8nREy5lLB
A_Witt24
Aug 16 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A6: Students need to create authentic products. Creation is the true way to assess their skills at a higher level.
#gafechat
parkinsonmiriam
Aug 16 @ 9:49 PM EDT
A7: If it is Doc, Sheet, Slides-revision history is key
#gafechat
breicher
Aug 16 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A7 - Shuffle the questions so students can cheat.
#gafechat
ryanrismiller
Aug 16 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A7: randomizing and individualizing. Working in delivering through growth mindset and working towards mastery should not see issue
#gafechat
MrMikeKauf
Aug 16 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A7 For quiz/test S seating is key - always try to be behind all of the screens to see what students are doing
#gafechat
AHamiltonCUSD
Aug 16 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A7: Build a culture of
#growthmindset
, Ss see assessment as learning tool instead of punative.
#gafechat
marlenemharris
Aug 16 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A7 Shuffle Q order in Forms, Socrative, etc.
#gafechat
MrMikeKauf
Aug 16 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Also great way to prevent cheating!
#gafechat
https://t.co/DC9tTfhz9Q
A_Witt24
Aug 16 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A6: Students need to create authentic products. Creation is the true way to assess their skills at a higher level.
#gafechat
parkinsonmiriam
Aug 16 @ 9:51 PM EDT
A7: variety of assessments
#gafechat
A_Witt24
Aug 16 @ 9:51 PM EDT
A7: I agree remove the grade. Student mastery is more important.
#gafechat
tkraz
Aug 16 @ 9:51 PM EDT
A7 If in class, I heard someone mention that they make background color VERY bright so a switch is obvious.
#gafechat
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:51 PM EDT
And pick a bright theme for Forms so you can see if they are on another site
#gafechat
https://t.co/GV3uTt9SZL
MrMikeKauf
Aug 16 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A7 For quiz/test S seating is key - always try to be behind all of the screens to see what students are doing
#gafechat
mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:52 PM EDT
@MrMikeKauf
wish classroom had the moodle feature to answer/respond before you could see other Ss answers
#gafechat
tkraz
Aug 16 @ 9:52 PM EDT
@ericcurts
It must have been you! Bright colors rule.
#gafechat
danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:52 PM EDT
A7: a wise person once said if a question can be googled, its not a great question. Evaluate & reword questions, move to HL thnkng
#gafechat
Ms_Susnitzky
Aug 16 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A7: I believe if you keep it low stakes, Ss will be more inclined to be honest with their answers
#gafechat
SheSimplySaid
Aug 16 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A7: Provide way of voice to be heard in responses, u know your students, u know what their voice sounds like.
#gafechat
mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:53 PM EDT
@ericcurts
good to know that other Ts are as devious as I am!
#gafechat
MrMikeKauf
Aug 16 @ 9:53 PM EDT
@mbswoods
Moodle has some great features - especially for assessments
#gafechat
techcoachmoran
Aug 16 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A7: Authentic open ended opportunities, a classroom climate that encourages and embraces risk, respectful tasks!
#gafechat
MsRittenbach
Aug 16 @ 9:54 PM EDT
A7: Differentiation. Make sure Ss have a chance to "show off" in their preferred medium. More motivation to create.
#gafechat
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:54 PM EDT
A7: For more tips on preventing cheating in GAFE see my webinar and post here
https://t.co/OOiNf6YX7M
#gafechat
danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:54 PM EDT
A7.2: encourage academic honesty. Teach Ss value of hardworking and learning. Push limits and change products to make difficult
#gafechat
mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:54 PM EDT
@MrMikeKauf
YES!
#gafechat
MrMikeKauf
Aug 16 @ 9:55 PM EDT
We have to move past basic content questions into skill based questions with content imbedded in.
#gafechat
https://t.co/G4fj1Vh0Px
danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:52 PM EDT
A7: a wise person once said if a question can be googled, its not a great question. Evaluate & reword questions, move to HL thnkng
#gafechat
danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:55 PM EDT
@mbswoods
@MrMikeKauf
I feel like classroom does this. On phone and can get back to you, but I think it does!
#gafechat
mbswoods
Aug 16 @ 9:56 PM EDT
@danieltmares
@MrMikeKauf
would love to know! THX
#gafechat
Kevreadenn
Aug 16 @ 9:57 PM EDT
Duo Is Google’s Way of Making Video the Default Way to Talk
https://t.co/QDDc38TbUN
#edtech
#gafechat
#gafe
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:57 PM EDT
Remember to follow people from
#gafechat
to keep the collaboration going
parkinsonmiriam
Aug 16 @ 9:57 PM EDT
@danieltmares
I agree w/you on classroom
#gafechat
RhondaLuetje
Aug 16 @ 9:58 PM EDT
Thanks
@ericcurts
for moderating. Big fun, great ideas, great people. Good luck all in start of school! Go get 'em!
#gafechat
marlenemharris
Aug 16 @ 9:58 PM EDT
@danieltmares
@mbswoods
@MrMikeKauf
It used to. Just checked & didn't see option 2 make em respond B4 seeing others' responses.
#gafechat
tkraz
Aug 16 @ 9:58 PM EDT
There is a time, place, and room for all types of assessment, including basic content questions. These tools make all types poss.
#gafechat
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:58 PM EDT
Thanks to everyone for sharing such great ideas in
#gafechat
tonight!
danieltmares
Aug 16 @ 9:59 PM EDT
@marlenemharris
@mbswoods
@MrMikeKauf
surprised that would be removed!
#gafechat
LISDTechie
- Moderator
Aug 16 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Huge thank you to
@ericcurts
for leading the
#gafechat
discussion tonight. Can't wait to read the archive.
ericcurts
Aug 16 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Next
#gafechat
is September 6th. Topic and questions coming soon.
AHamiltonCUSD
Aug 16 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Thanks everyone! Congrats to
@Ms_Susnitzky
on her first
#gafechat
!
#CUSDrockstar
#CapriRockstar
breicher
Aug 16 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Thanx
@ericcurts
for a great conversation tonight. The smartest person in the room is the room and tonight
#gafechat
was an awesome room.
MsRittenbach
Aug 16 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Great first
#gafechat
for me! Thank you all for sharing your knowledge and ideas!
LeeAraoz
Aug 16 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Ss to MUST use tech to CREATE CONTENT. Google Docs worksheets on Chromebooks are still WORKSHEETS!
#gafechat
https://t.co/FXe1v4pGDx