#OhEdChat Archive
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Wednesday August 31, 2016
thanks, Andy! Excited to have the Dublin team represent!
Holy multi-tasking, Batman - gonna try and simultaneous - wish me luck! Dave in Ankeny Iowa.
Ha! Hopefully several educators will join tonight. Let's go! https://t.co/LIHkD7txCG
The is in the house! Welcome guys! 🍀
getting ready for my first I've rethought homework in my classroom, wondering what others have to say
Awwww yeah! What's up Beth? So fun to see people in after meeting them in person!
Good evening friends! HS SPED from Akron!
Hi! Adam from Va. K-12 Principal
Looking forward to conversation about HW.
Adam, 5/6 social studies,Brooklyn, OH! Watching the 1st place Indians pound the Twins!! Great evening!
Jacki from Hilliard City Schools. Ready to talk about HOMEWORK! Happy to have joining us as a co-mod this wk.
Tricia Ebner, GIS & tired baseball mom from Stark County. Let's rethink this homework thing!
Garry Young, Principal - Encore Academy of Reynoldsburg High School in Reynoldsburg, Ohio.
What up friends. Kevin, HS English from Highland. Bacon fan. Comedian. And I still haven't seen in the weight room
Just a reminder that will be a Q1, Q2 format with responses A1, A2, etc.
Double dipping in and tonight! Bethany, lead learner at from Arkansas.
Dawn Michael, French teacher
Hello, , Beth the ELA from Springfield, eager to think differently about homework tonight.
Basil Marin from Norfolk Virginia, Alternative Special Education Teacher and I am excited for this chat!!
Looking forward to talking homework tonight. Such a hot topic right now
Welcome! Thanks for joining us Garry
Pete Walker, 7th grade math Davis Middle School in Dublin
Jake from - looking forward to learning from , , and tonight!
Brian, HS principal from Mass., so excited to discuss homework this evening on
Hello Marcia from Dublin, Ohio
I have, too! Kind of wishing I could go back and apologize to my students from 10 and 15 years ago.
Sarah Little, middle school counselor in NC. My first
Lead on! PS Congrats on the half iron man! Awesome accomplishment
Just started my last grad class w/ for CCP certification. Good to remember what it's like to be an Ss.
Don't forget to include the hashtag so everyone can follow along.
Thanks for joining us for
Been waiting all week for ! Connie Hamilton, co-author w/ of and Curriculum Director in Saranac, MI
"I freaking love HW"
...said by no student ever! Time to rethink HW
Jessica Slocum, AP from Columbus, OH https://t.co/LlJh6llbX6
Lisa Walker, assistant principal in Bartlett, TN. Thanks for hosting tonight's chat!
Welcome everyone! Excited to co-moderate tonight!
Josh from Columbus. Teaching social studies.
changes our perspectives to be Ss! Never stop learning!
Good evening everyone. Joy Sama from
Josh HS principal Hamler OH
Matt Bradley, principal at Highland (Morrow Cty) Middle School
welcome, Andy! Glad to have you here!
Jenny from Toledo! 4th grade ELA & so glad to share some time with tonight!
Thanks for joining us for
Welcome Jessica. Love having ya
Keith Althouse, 8th grade science Davis Middle School Dublin Ohio.
Char, DIr. of Curr.from Bay Village and state lead of the Ohio Standards Advocates
Hahah... don't think you did, Jacki. It's not available yet.
Good evening !
Jason Bates, AP at Olentangy HS, Lewis Center Ohio.
Excited for tonight's discussion!
Welcome Connie! Love your insight
Corinne Evans, Principal in DCS.
Hi I'm Abbi! Second grade teacher from Davenport, Ia... Excited for my first
Hey Everyone, Brett McCann, Middle School AP at Willowick MS
Hello . Richard Cooper Asst Ms Principal from River Valley in Marion Ohio.
Public affairs director at , in the house for to get the latest thinking on HW
Justin Denius HS principal OH-IO
I didn't but I CAN'T WAIT! I hear it's coming out in a couple months!!!
we're hoping that it will be out by October
Thanks for being here again
Janeen from Hilliard Weaver Middle school
Thanks for being here Sarah
Lisa in VA...but I grew up in MI, which is pretty durn close to OH.
Welcome! Thanks for joining us!
All these people from Davis Middle School. Takes me back to when I was at Davis Middle school
Lori, Simulated Workplace Instructional Coach and Curriculum/Blended Learning Supervisor, at Marion City Schools.
The great is in the house! https://t.co/9ZKZaxHqKE
Been waiting all week for ! Connie Hamilton, co-author w/ of and Curriculum Director in Saranac, MI
Hello! Chris Tucker, assistant principal in Indiana.
Thanks for being here Andrew. Should be a good one!
Caleb from West M hoping to learn how to homework better
Sarah Haas, Sells MS in Dublin
glad to have you here, Starr! Looking forward to your book with !
Hi! Liz. 3rd grade teacher from Dublin, Oh.
thanks for being here again Brian! We love your insight
Thanks, Bobby. Passionate about this topic, so you'll hear plenty of it! https://t.co/JupZ3i5Mct
Welcome Connie! Love your insight
Allyson, elementary principal from MI. Still riding the high from Open House tonight! Kids were already begging for homework...not
One more hour & you can dig into that book!
Tamara Jones, W-FL BOCES Coordinator of Assessment. Look forward to this chat every week
A1 hw needs to suit everyone. Unless it's authentic, it's not worth it. The task must be clear and used purposefully
Welcome Jenny! Can't wait to chat about HW with you tonight
Danielle, ECE student from Ohio University Lancaster
welcome! Glad to have you here tonight.
Thanks for joining Jacob! Love getting Hilliard folks in here
Thx Bobby! Definitely glad to be here with the gang tonight!
Thanks for joining us to talk HW
so fun! Love seeing other states join Welcome!
Talesha from Columbus! Trying to multitask from the elliptical tonight! 💪🏼 Always searching for HW strategies, especially in Math
Thanks for joining Michael
Missie, 7th 8th gr French, Falls Church, VA! Can't wait to hear from others tonight!
A1: For confirmation - is all homework done at home or are we talking about practice as well?
Thank you Craig. Can't wait to share it
A1: Wouldn't it be nice if we could free Ts of the feeling of obligation to assign homework? The time spent "checking" it: Ugh!
Welcome, Danielle! So good to see you here tonight!
what's up Caleb?! Welcome to
thanks for stopping by! And what's up with going head-to-head with THE ?
A1: Totally re-thinking the role of homework this year. I like the idea of it only happening when we absolutely can't do in class
Thanks for joining to discuss Homework Pete
Glad to be be a part of tonight's - !
A1: By making it interactive and fun instead of a chore
Hello ! I'm Laura and I'm an Instructional Coach in KC! So happy to be here.
A1: Homework needs to be meaningful, kids know when you're giving them busy work.
Thanks for being here Starr! True Rockstars coming out tonight! Wonder where is?
A1: heard the phrase "home learning" from Dan Pink's Drive (I think) instead of HW; change of mindset toward what HW is/can be
A1. HW has to enhance learning. It should address higher order thinking through creative exploration. Use HW to 'hook' learners
A1 the heavy lifting should be done at school. Flipping works in some instances but learning outside of school must be flexible
A1: I'd love to see Ss rushing home to continue their learning, not designing ways to get out of HW. How do we make that shift?
Haha! they have a 30 minute chat. https://t.co/yS0VyzmzKQ
thanks for stopping by! And what's up with going head-to-head with THE ?
River View High School . .
A1 We need to know our Ss and communicate our purpose, so that homework does not become drudgery and pointless.
A1: In IB-land, teachers sometimes confuse lots of HW with "rigor"...more doesn't equal better.
Thanks for joining Andy. Should be a good topic
glad you're here Sarah! You and are repping the tonight! Now we need to join!
Sierra, special ed major at Ohio University. A1: What all do Ss do after school? Do Ss work, take care of siblings, play sports?
Cathy Sankey, Dublin OH. Thrilled to have a chance to learn tonight.
A1: Always need to think about the purpose & the learners. Is it a good fit? What supports will Ss and Ps need?
Thanks for joining Basil!
A1: Focus on the purpose, what our kids need, what research says AND instilling (instead of killing) a LoVE for learning
Caleb from West M hoping to learn how to do homework better
JDenius: Justin Denius HS principal OH-IO
Calling all Homework Hackers to join tonight!
A1: make homework meaningful. Make sure it shows mastery, provides feedback, and is work that Ps can help with.
A1: How many parents out there loathe the HW battle? Then succumb to almost doing it for the students, just to get through it?
Thanks for coming back Bethany! We love your insight
A1: HW that is clearly aligned to outcomes & assessments, is purposeful, and is responsive to what students need at that time
welcome, Laura! Awesome for you to hop in to tonight.
A1- make the work count, keep it short and sweet, connect to real world
HAHAHA Yes I was telling people to "REED" it when it comes out! :) I'm a book dork anxiously awaiting it
A1: I LOVE the reason behind some schools not doing it ~ spend time with family. Great approach that could pay off later
Lately, my homework is finishing that which didn't get done in class. Usually, Ss could've finished it in class.
Purpose is so critical. Relevance also high on the list of importance in thinking about HW. https://t.co/6wvgPwZ9BR
A1: Always need to think about the purpose & the learners. Is it a good fit? What supports will Ss and Ps need?
A1: Don't just give out busy work. Make sure it is something that is essential for Ss to do. Also be sure that Ps know how to help
Craig, I just saw that! LOL Watched 's
Thanks for joining Gary! Hope all is well
A1: make learning so engaging that the kids choose to do work outside of school hours! Voluntary hwk indicates real learning!
A1: Must be personalized and purposeful. Personally, I like family reading and math games/family game nights for my littles.
A1: Homework is a great opportunity for assessment FOR learning & assessment AS learning - inform instruction and self-reflection
yes, it should be creative! https://t.co/9jih3bE8PV
A1. HW has to enhance learning. It should address higher order thinking through creative exploration. Use HW to 'hook' learners
Ask how the student benefits from the assignment. We should consider the home lives of our students and the supports available.
A1: Give prompts for parents like:
What strategy can you use?
How else can you think about it?
Instead of "let me show you"
Yes! Or...home-sharing, home-exploring... https://t.co/COoctXynrh
A1: heard the phrase "home learning" from Dan Pink's Drive (I think) instead of HW; change of mindset toward what HW is/can be
A1 acknowledging realities of the home life of our students is key; assigning hw to students without home supports sets up a fall
That's absolutely how I'm trying to approach it. If not done in class time needs to be used more wisely
A1: Understand that time is limited in the evening, have some empathy and design homework that quickly reviews/previews content.
A1: Starts w/deep reflection on purpose. Personalize. Differentiate. What are the goals? Is it necessary? https://t.co/qRudc6LcLR
A1: HW needs to be about learning and not compliance. Personalized snd differentiated as the best instruction is.
And we CAN'T feel pressured to assign HW b/c parents want us to It's about learning!!!
A1: Great question and something we will discuss. That is, the importance of HW. Good point, Dave! https://t.co/is1AxHuzh9
A1: For confirmation - is all homework done at home or are we talking about practice as well?
Hi, Cathy! Good to see you!
A1: love HW that brings family together! Ask a family member 3 ?s from class or you & a family member find 3 examples of a mixture
I swear, it's like we're thinking the same thoughts tonight. Exactly!
when you say "count", what do you mean? https://t.co/fP14E2VL9F
A1- make the work count, keep it short and sweet, connect to real world
Allyson Apsey!! Day made. 😃 Can't wait to read your next blogpost. :)
A1: By being explicit in "why" we're giving it and making sure we're not giving it for it's own sake https://t.co/MNYardZX3A
A1: It can't be busy work or just for teaching responsibility, or for a few points for completion. There is no value in that.
Dr! Dr! Love seeing you here!
Thanks for being here Josh
A1: HW should bepersonalized & meaningful. Non-academic barriers prevail when we force feed Ss HW just bc it's "what we do."
A1: Before assigning HW, consider whether it would interfere with: family time, after school activities and/or time to be a kid.
- just letting you know I'm following along tonight. Thanks for the challenge!
A1: rethinking definitions of mastery, proficiency, etc. & limit the number of questions; flip the classroom; have Ss jigsaw hwk.
A1: If SS have input on what/how much/type of practice is necessary to meet learning goals, everyone has needs met.
A1- I want to get rid of the HWK feel to have Ss run home and talk non stop to family about all we did in class. Thats the review.
That is so awesome...thank you!
A1: If you are going to assign homework, it should be meaningful and have purpose - busy work is not a purpose. Student-centered.
we must consider and honor what happens after students leave school https://t.co/ahocEsbJ9J
Ask how the student benefits from the assignment. We should consider the home lives of our students and the supports available.
A1: Could we give Students choices for how they would like to practice something they're learning?
A1: Ts need to give Hw that is relevant to the lesson that was learned. Busy work should not be given just to give a hw grade!!
A1: There just isn't much research or evidence that homework increases learning or student success. I take stock in that.
A1. Make it real! Compare unit prices at the store vs calculating. Applications of content.
It's on my calendar -- a repeating event. :-)
for sure she is. Love having her a part of my . She makes us all better.
Doing well. Getting adjusted to new situation, but having a great year so far. How have you been?
Sorry I am late! Tucking kids into bed! Chad - Elementary Assistant - Graham
A1: I want to see something that is relevant but not put a family out. Expectations are greater now especially in math
A1: I like "HW" to help bridge the gap between the the dinner table and the class room! Spark conversation between parents and Ss
they should want to do it! That's when you know it appropriate and individualized.
A1: Rethink the "one size fits all" and assign as needed; allow students to choose the work based on their individual needs
A1. All parties incl students, parents and the assigning teacher need to understand the purpose, the why of the HW assignment
A1: Working this year on shifting parent mindset about homework - & their role. How can they facilitate thinking?
A1: So much of the stigma with HW is that it's just busy work. Make kids see meaning in what they're doing, don't give it just cuz
we can, but we also have to consider that like PL some kids struggle with the freedom. How to bridge the gap?
Wow. Great turnout for back-to-school on homework!
My big struggle is reading. Happy to say about 1/2 to 2/3 of my Ss read nightly by choice.
Sending super positive vibes to tonight!
Exactly! Why differentiate and personalize lessons but not homework. https://t.co/iiUWnNiHxS
A1: HW needs to be about learning and not compliance. Personalized snd differentiated as the best instruction is.
A1 Hw needs to build toward mastery. It's practice from what we've done in class
A1: Tiered or leveled HW can help students recognize where they are in the process of demonstrating mastery of an outcome
A1 as world languages teacher, I generally assign vocabulary practice via Quizlet to formatively assess the next day.
A1 Homework must be meaningful and appropriate to age/grade level.
A1: stop grading hw! Pro 🏀 players don't get to use their points scored in practice in their stats.
A1: If a student is working at their own pace, place, and path do they need to have homework sent home?
A1: I hit the jackpot when came to . Glad to learn beside her. https://t.co/LtMlNvhueS
All these people from Davis Middle School. Takes me back to when I was at Davis Middle school
A1 Ts need to rethink the purpose &outcome of HW. Collaboration, research & digital citizenship skills are hard to "assign" as HW.
A1: HW should serve a direct purpose in learning
has a great hack in action about how her school stopped giving traditional HW. https://t.co/kU1zPWb4CS
A1: Must be personalized and purposeful. Personally, I like family reading and math games/family game nights for my littles.
I love this! But still wonder how necessary it is to assign MORE work after a full day of school https://t.co/T7UljQRlNg
A1: Tiered or leveled HW can help students recognize where they are in the process of demonstrating mastery of an outcome
Saw this in my job with spelling lists! The kids really enjoy it. https://t.co/fnFnS781Bv
A1: Could we give Students choices for how they would like to practice something they're learning?
A1: What if the learning experiences we created for kids were so engaging that they would want to bring their work home?
Awww thank you! https://t.co/lsYA8UbXle
has a great hack in action about how her school stopped giving traditional HW. https://t.co/kU1zPWb4CS
A1: Must be personalized and purposeful. Personally, I like family reading and math games/family game nights for my littles.
ah, we'll take ya anyway! Thanks for being here!
Absolutely!! Meaningful work in & outside the classroom has a greater impact on Ss!
Student choice is critical! https://t.co/DlpN3LuZly
A1: Rethink the "one size fits all" and assign as needed; allow students to choose the work based on their individual needs
***Q2 is coming up in one minute! ***
A1: offers a great "assignment" - "Share w/ your family what you learned today" - AWESOME!
A1:needs to be meaningful and as a way to measure student growth/progress.Don't give it just to give it https://t.co/F0jfDmCtuU
Yeah. And there's not enough time in the day to write papers the length they have to be/revise them more than 1x.
A1 When it comes to homework, I must rely on these questions:
Why? What is the Ts purpose?
A1. If assigning homework it should be meaningful. Ss today want meaningful, authentic learning and want to collaborate.
First HW of my year w/7th graders: ask Ps who the greatest inventor of all time was? Great discussion.
A1: nothing fits everyone
And in my opinion THIS is the only time HW should occur. (Except for reading at home) https://t.co/IHehl5IRKq
A1: What if the learning experiences we created for kids were so engaging that they would want to bring their work home?
A1 First we have to ask WHY? When we know that we can work to make it beneficial for Ss, Ts, and Ps!
Rdg logs have all kinds of problems. I prefer to schedule and monitor lots of indep Rdg at school
Dang... I had to scroll back up to find out who you were talking about! .
A1: What DO the Data say?!? We need to make data driven decisions, and I haven't read data supports extended HW. (data is plural)
A1.1: I had someone share that it would be nice if the home was involved. Doesn't do any good if all there is yelling and crying
A2 we need to ensure Ss get what they need by making sure the learning is in the ZPD. Too hard no good, too easy, useless
great insight! This should be every educators' focus. True love of learning and exploring based on interest!
glad to finally be here. Second time in as many weeks!!
A1. Just wrote my weekly Bear Essential blog on differentiating the HW depending on your FA results. Meet them where they are!
A1) When kids learn "real things" their practice is fun.We played 21 for b-ball, & jumped ramps on our bikes. Hmwk should be fun
My spot 2 be contentious We have no idea of baggage Ss carry around w/them. I don't want to add more every night.
yes! expectation are higher 4 deeper learning not more reps. It's about quality knowledge gained not numbers done.
A1: limit it to meaningful work - helps Ss by not being busy work, helps Ps by not having Ss complain about busy work.
Practice should be made available for those who feel like they need it - Ts can make recommendations https://t.co/HUYE5GqwVu
I love this! But still wonder how necessary it is to assign MORE work after a full day of school https://t.co/T7UljQRlNg
A1: Tiered or leveled HW can help students recognize where they are in the process of demonstrating mastery of an outcome
thanks for hopping in, Herb! Love when the team shares their passion with
some work is meaningful, but a lot of it isn't. There needs to be some quality control
I try to make due dates "out there" a bit so they can plan & budget time. Work in progress. Still learning--all of us.
A1 it should be practice and it should begin in the classroom so students can have misconceptions explained
A1: Homework should be work than cannot be more successfully completed in the school. Nothing more, nothing less.
That will help the students feel valued.
Ugh.. we have to stop this NOW! We can't just keep doing it for the sole reason that we've always done it. https://t.co/ZYDZueNoEb
great point. Felt like early in my career I had a hwk quota to reach
A1:If we are doing good form. assessment in class we should be able to determine then when and if HW is needed. It's the why.
For my 10 yr old-hated reading logs. I teach College Comp - not enough hrs in the day to write.
Exactly! I cringe every time I hear a teacher say they have to give homework to teach responsibility!
very true....esp in elementary! https://t.co/JAw0zxRhfJ
A1: What DO the Data say?!? We need to make data driven decisions, and I haven't read data supports extended HW. (data is plural)
scaffold the process for those who need it and use less structure for those who don't
Great point Herb. Then it wouldn't be called "homework" it would be called a "hobby" or "something to work on"
Agreed.If kids feel they need practice and make the choice, then I'm all for it!What a great option for kids& families
A1) I understand purposeful but I am trying to avoid HW at all cost. I want the students to re charge and have balanced lives.
Absolutely. If it meets any of the criteria I mentioned, don't give it. I am against most HW BTW. https://t.co/KMw1JZEHmv
My spot 2 be contentious We have no idea of baggage Ss carry around w/them. I don't want to add more every night.
A1 Need 2 think of purpose of HW-is it meaningful. Hard 4 many families especially for our ELLs as their is a lot of frustration
A1: Show parents their children are growing w/out HW. Learners will not fall behind. Children just put in a 7 hr work day.
A1 build a culture (start early) where Ss value knowing, provide meaningful tasks that celebrate taking risks & asking questions
Good idea. I also have been flexible around the all mighty chemistry & pre calc classes.
A2 Could we stop calling it "HW" and call it what it is that day? Practice problems. Reading assignment. Analysis questions.
Teaching middle school, we're often reading longer works, so some has to happen outside class. NO LOGS!
Great point . How does a school build capacity for homework quality control?
https://t.co/FY1hLZMh9d
some work is meaningful, but a lot of it isn't. There needs to be some quality control
I always hope the conversations in government or psych lead to dinner table conversation
A2. Is the HW being assigned enhancing learning? Or is it just rehashing what they already know?
Be realistic abt time kids need. Heard someone say "it's only 20 mins." Students actually spending close to an hour.
Is there a mic drop emoji? Lots of time spent on lessons that are engaging and meaningful, why not HW too https://t.co/A6OpRjHzXe
Exactly! Why differentiate and personalize lessons but not homework. https://t.co/iiUWnNiHxS
A1: HW needs to be about learning and not compliance. Personalized snd differentiated as the best instruction is.
How can we hack around that w/o just giving HW?
Invite parents to create family study time?
Play school?
https://t.co/RqCI4mnPbR
Boom! https://t.co/Zh2n5haAvQ
A1 When it comes to homework, I must rely on these questions:
Why? What is the Ts purpose?
A2: Ts need to be sure concepts are known prior to hw being sent home! Ts need classrooms to be places where Ss can ask questions!
A2:Hw should be based on what was learned in class that day or week.The concept should be fresh, but the T should provide examples
Agree. For some, school =sweet spot of the day. We have no idea of what they battle when they leave us.
Sent my last math hw home when Ps said they spent an hour at the table fighting with their S to finish https://t.co/cHvjSL17o3
A1.1: I had someone share that it would be nice if the home was involved. Doesn't do any good if all there is yelling and crying
I'd love to know data/results on the amount of homework assigned with meaningful intent
A1) When we want to learn something more on our own we willingly do so. Same w/ kids. If it is of interest they will learn it.
A2: Same amt of care & consideration that goes into instructional planning for the classroom should extend to what Ss do at home
Precisely! Thinking about "book club" discussions for Ss to demo learning like real, adult readers.
You both make excellent points. I agree with both statements.
A1: What would change if we encouraged Ss to go home, think about what they learned today & ask Qs like "Why, What if or How"
no but we could provide "learning challenges" to engage their minds and keep them thinking.
https://t.co/gbj2k4d9qJ
And in my opinion THIS is the only time HW should occur. (Except for reading at home) https://t.co/IHehl5IRKq
A1: What if the learning experiences we created for kids were so engaging that they would want to bring their work home?
Relevance, relevance, relevance! HW has to have purpose/meaning
A2: FA type practice of what we have done. Freedom to fail and get clarification of skills/strategies before taking on SA
I say no, most of my Hw is started in class so they can ask for help if they're confused
A2: MUST check for understanding in school! Can the learner perform independently before sending home? https://t.co/Ps6tY4GIBG
A2: I constantly check myself on what I'm giving as hmwk. Going to try doing more flipped instr. this year.
couldn't agree more! Balance is key. Ss mental health & well-being is priceless!
A1Q- Everyone says "meaningful". What is our MEASURE of MEANINGFUL?
...asking for a friend...
A2: create opportunities for it to be guided or allow for discovery. Allow Ss to build connections to their wants and needs
A2: Allowing Ss more choice & providing support using various resources. Exploration w/in learning based on interest
A1: As a parent discouraging to hear HS Ts say Ss should expect an hour of work per night for some classes
Who's joining my choir? I won't assign homework, I promise
A2 is doing the HW going to advance a student's competency in the standards? can they do it unassisted?
A2: it has to be differentiated and based on assessment of and for learning. Not every student should have the same HW.
A2 If Ss can't explain it....Don't send it! 👊
Chuck Banks, AP at Gahanna-Lincoln HS. Hopping in late!
A2: relevance, relevance, relevance! HW has to have meaning/purpose
A2: What is the purpose of HW? If a S has already mastered the standard, why do they need practice? 1/2
A2: Is it aligned to the same rigor and alignment to mastery that is expected in the classroom? Does it allow Ss to build skill?
A2 I am available late into the night and early in the am to help Ss when they struggle.
A2: IF HW is assigned, it must be something that has been taught and that is for independent practice. Also consider the home...
A2: If S has not mastered the standard, how will giving them homework without support help them? 2/2
What if we flipped it? Ask Ss to create the "Homework" questions. https://t.co/6bd67eIYDW
A1: What would change if we encouraged Ss to go home, think about what they learned today & ask Qs like "Why, What if or How"
A2: have a homework audit in your school or PLC. How is it aligned? How much time should it take? What is the purpose?
I can't wait to hear the "why" we aren't giving HW reasons. I need to solidify my reasons to better articulate my ❤️.
A1 The English teacher in me wonders how do we have Ss reading novels so school time can be spent for analysis & perspective.
Q2- I honestly don't mind a little frustration at home. I like my Ss to think about topics then bring up questions in class
That's what I try to guide my Ss to do in literature circles.
A2: if the learning needs that much extension maybe the answer is better use of time in school & not HW. More isn't always better.
it's cool...we'll blame for you being late right?
A2.2: hw also should create intrigue into the next topic. Create new questions in their learning.
yes we have to rid completion points altogether
A2: It should be meaningful and tied to curriculum in class.
A2: Make HW risk free - not graded. Give feedback. Spark thinking the next day but no "points". https://t.co/Ps6tY4GIBG
I'm not convinced this is most productive. Especially not at Elem level. https://t.co/j1tNd6pCRA
A1: Tiered or leveled HW can help students recognize where they are in the process of demonstrating mastery of an outcome
A2: HW should be labeled as learning extensions, an opportunity to extend learning, multiple ave to show learning took place.
A2: Does the HW have alignment to standards, curriculum, high leverage learning, etc.? Ask the Ss; Ss Voice & Choice; Know thy Ss
A2: If you're going to send HW home make sure it is at the Ss learning level so they aren't getting frustrated or bored
A2: HW should be practice....when students are asked to learn something new on their own, they become frustrated.
We're planning lit circles, too, but I want a 9w of "fun reading" too.
A1:HW should be age specific.No significance in Elem and slow increase up. It's practice not a gotcha. https://t.co/vxUse8Edyg
Good point. No idea how this data could be gathered. Is there a meaningful rubric? Probably not!
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I'd love to know data/results on the amount of homework assigned with meaningful intent
PT conferences are difficult when parents share they only had to take Algebra which is now a Freshman course
Working on a presentation, but popping in! A2: Choose wisely! Provide resources to help parents
Absolutely. But how can we monitor burnout? Keep them engaged but sometimes less is more when driving curiosity...
A2-Ts need to have open discussion about the purpose of HW-step back & think abt purpose-all Ts need to be on same pg abt HW-
A2) The obvious answer is to ask kids if the hmwk was a help? They will tell you. Kids are honest...ususally :)
A2: don't send it home unless you know the Ss can completely it correctly... And if they can, why are we sending it home?
A2 It has to be relevant/engaging. I struggle with my own son to to do assigned HW. It ends up being my HW to get his HW done
A2 HW must be tailored to fit each Ss & it's impossible at bell ringing to meet all Ss needs. Better delivery is a needed!
A2. Purposeful uses of borrowed time. Students should not be acquiring knowledge at home, they should be enhancing it
A2: Teachers should monitor the work in the classroom. Start at school.
A2: provide them with work that challenges them enough to stay engaged but also teach them how to think not just content.
A2. Students have to understand the concept before they can practice it at home. Ts checking for understanding before HW is key.
There is also times when HW goes home on material not really taught ... purpose? Don't know
there is a lot of penalizing that happens... makes me cringe and I used to be that person
A2: I like the flipped classroom, have students complete instruction at home and do the hard work in class with the teacher.
Communicate purpose 4 what Ss are, or are not, asked 2 do @ home. Need trust w. parents
Sorry I was late, making a "Music Monday" playlist....
if we don't have a good answer to "WHY?" Can we really justify it? Surely, it can't be considered best practice!
A2. If we know our learners and their progress toward learning goals, then "Just right" HW is easier to assign.
I agree. We lose sight of balance. How can any HW be as important as a balanced life? https://t.co/zIewNop7qz
A1) I understand purposeful but I am trying to avoid HW at all cost. I want the students to re charge and have balanced lives.
absolutely. Has to improve their skill set and especially their independent thinking
A2: It is also important to give students an opportunity to ask questions about the HW in class. REAL TIME FEEDBACK!!
My Ss favorite book challenge lst. yr: something "outside the box" they would never pick up normally.
Frustration is reduced when Ss are using skills they have worked with while at school.
A2: Give HW as review and let Ss use notes taken/given in class.
And while I'm thinking about it...where in the stink is tonight?
That's a "mic dropper" If they can do it independently why send https://t.co/KRzoNac3Lm
A2: don't send it home unless you know the Ss can completely it correctly... And if they can, why are we sending it home?
I love the idea of a HW audit!
On their own? Extend learning as a requirement? Tell me more... https://t.co/NSFcs0YB02
A2: HW should be labeled as learning extensions, an opportunity to extend learning, multiple ave to show learning took place.
A2: Asked my resident HS Sr - who feels the math practice helped, & had nothing else good to say about homework.
A2: Ts need to teach Ss how to to think that's what frustrates parents, kids want help when they need to think through the block.
A2. Again it has to be meaningful. Not just busywork. Flip the classroom?
Maybe a content-specific consideration? To me it makes more sense in some subjects/grades than others https://t.co/hpDgqmq7Cr
I like that--interesting way to pitch a book club discussion.
Have pick up the mic on your way out after you just dropped it! Boom! https://t.co/cyjIBgvPcG
My spot 2 be contentious We have no idea of baggage Ss carry around w/them. I don't want to add more every night.
grading for accuracy feels and sounds antithetical to me... oy
Is HW going home for the Ss or the Parents??? 🤔 https://t.co/7nnVa4jyLB
A2: What is the purpose of HW? If a S has already mastered the standard, why do they need practice? 1/2
Yes! Extend, inspire, allow them to explore. https://t.co/oMwQD6MPeM
A2. Purposeful uses of borrowed time. Students should not be acquiring knowledge at home, they should be enhancing it
Family time calls...will look forward to catching up later!
A2: If we set Ss up to drive their learning through reflection they should know what they need next & how to explain to parents
that's amazing to hear! Let me know if I can help
That's the point was making-offer HW as extra practice for kids who need/want it https://t.co/TcFVlPP20L
A2: Asked my resident HS Sr - who feels the math practice helped, & had nothing else good to say about homework.
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I can get on board with that https://t.co/WEYnWrNMma
I think it means it's important to Ss...they WANT to work on it
And that's a big question. So many parents rate Ts and schools on the amount of HW. Silly. https://t.co/uLEgvyb7G5
Is HW going home for the Ss or the Parents??? 🤔 https://t.co/7nnVa4jyLB
A2: What is the purpose of HW? If a S has already mastered the standard, why do they need practice? 1/2
A2: HW is practice, so why can't we practice together in the classroom? Ss prac at home should be driven by them, not the T.
A2: Ask Ss about homework. How much? What content? We give Ss surveys asking about HW.
or if there is no right or wrong answer. That's the kind of homework that really gets them thinking!
A2: Make HW more about working on issues Ss face outside school. Align standards to real world problem solving and make a process
A2: Exactly. Our friends over at the would love our tonight for this very reason! https://t.co/bqLw7NFIe5
A2: don't send it home unless you know the Ss can completely it correctly... And if they can, why are we sending it home?
A2: don't assign it.It's not fair.It doesn't help.Single parents,low socioeconomic families,ESL, special Ed. Hw is a nightmare.
I always wonder, are the Ss who really need the HW actually spending quality time doing the work.
It was ok to strongly dislike the book. One boy read Twilight as his challenge--finished series.
A2: By using homework as a chance to show/talk about real world applications
I completely agree that purposeful HW can provide timely & meaningful feedback and independent practice! https://t.co/n4UX8XHGdt
A2: It is also important to give students an opportunity to ask questions about the HW in class. REAL TIME FEEDBACK!!
A2 - embrace opportunities to assign HW that does not have a correct answer.
Exactly! Reps can have a place in learning but this is a great point! https://t.co/nkXoHsguOv
A2: don't send it home unless you know the Ss can completely it correctly... And if they can, why are we sending it home?
A2:my last 7yrs as s T had no assigned HW.Time was built into class.My kids needed my help,I was there in class,not at home.
A2: If S's are being asked to complete homework, it should directly relate to the lesson on the following day.
A2: If we teach Ss to self assess they can make their own decisions about homework - at least at HS level.
Yes! Sparks conversation! If they can google the answer it's not worthwhile.
Agree - Play IS homework when Ss have a chance to explore ideas, play games, apply new skills in their own world.
exactly! Flip the classroom! Great post, great wisdom!
A2: use it as formative assessment. Let Ss practice, then reinforce in class next day. talks about "Practice?"
Allow Ss to create a video, google doc, or social media post, demonstrating completion of homework.
A3 responsibility is a skill better taught in school explicitly.Just expecting Ss to do work@home doesn't develop responsibility
I think we've all been here as parents. I want family time at night. https://t.co/tqzRsxhPGB
A2 It has to be relevant/engaging. I struggle with my own son to to do assigned HW. It ends up being my HW to get his HW done
We must move students to this level of thinking! https://t.co/c3fJuBHL0b
A2: If we set Ss up to drive their learning through reflection they should know what they need next & how to explain to parents
A3 That statement is often a cop out for "I got HW when I was a S, so I give HW now...I prefer not to think about why."
So true. Get kids thinking and start a convo for class the next day
I would also post answers - shouldn't be a mystery & students can get immediately feedback during practice https://t.co/SML0H5AGtW
That's the point was making-offer HW as extra practice for kids who need/want it https://t.co/TcFVlPP20L
A2: Asked my resident HS Sr - who feels the math practice helped, & had nothing else good to say about homework.
individual coaching time. While Ss are engaged in independently, talk to kids 1:1 ask them about their learning.
A3: They need to learn how they learn best - homework for homework's sake is useless and detracts from the learning process.
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A3: How are we preparing the students not going to college? How often will they have homework in their jobs?
A3: NO! Ss need the homework to develop skills and help extend their thinking. No one develops responsibility by way of homework
open ended homework to spark discussions in class.
We all need to practice skills to improve knowledge. Homework must be relevant and individualised for each learner.
YES! Students should drive when/how they practice. This puts the focus on learning.
A3: Bad practice is bad practice. Never use bad prac as an excuse to prepare for bad practice.
A3: In a way, homework does prepare some Ss, those seeking most professional jobs, many of us "bring" our work home.
Exactly I heard of a district that quit sending HW in K-8 but extended the school day more time w/ Ts
I would submit at the elementary and middle level too! Self-assessment...a must! https://t.co/Ben4xSe0XI
A2: If we teach Ss to self assess they can make their own decisions about homework - at least at HS level.
Need to read class novels cover to cover? Select passages for analysis & let kids enjoy choice books cover 2 cover
A3:Hmwk not only way to teach responsibility. It's certainly not the best option for responsibility lessons.
We have to encourage more play with purpose... be intentional and connect it all
A2 Only perfect practice makes perfect. If a student practices misconceptions, then they are learning the wrong thing.
add access to technology to that list and you have a nightmare that too many of our Ss live
Do you want to go home after working all day and do more work? Of course we do that as teachers, but what other professions do?
A3: A student is prepared for college by having mastery of content not by doing hours of homework.
Hmmm... deep learning through practice? Not sure those 2 connect every time. https://t.co/yG8fGqnhuE
Homework should add meaningful practice 2 create Deep Learning 4 future creativity!
I like this.....this extends dialogue and creates deeper learning. https://t.co/zw0kb5tKUu
A2 - embrace opportunities to assign HW that does not have a correct answer.
HMWK has its place, but if child and parent don't understand, what's the point? Flipped lessons/units can be helpful!
A3 How is HW doing with teaching Responsibility? Same ? that we have been asking for Years!
A3: Respectfully disagree - homework in its current form only perpetuates compliance, not necessary life skills
Ss have a lot going on after school. How many Ss are still up, rushing to get HW done for tomorrow only to still not understand it
A3 Most Ss have other ways to learn responsibility. That's not a reason to give hw.
A3:The book Rethinking HW clearly shows myths of HW including teaching responsibility. That becomes a behavior not learning.
Yes-Ss need to self-assess and CHOOSE
Sub thought: homework builds confirm W for my Ss. It reinforces skills. Philosophy: Quality over quantity....
It might be the most important thing they learn - that, and how they learn best.
That will be some good information for the T if Ss can't explain concepts.
I'll 2nd, 3rd, +that! I mean really a S who 'gets' it is stuck with as many problems as S who doesn't?? Ridiculous!
A3: Ts need to provide Ss with the best learning methods to be successful. Ts can do that by teaching effective skills w/o hw!
A3: Maybe for the older Ss I would agree but young kids need the chance to be kids! My Ss HW is to spend time with their family!
A3 Time management is valuable skill that has reverberations for success in college & beyond. Hmwk is just one way to hone this.
A3: my response. "Lies my teacher told me in 1994." They need to learn to think critically which is the opposite of traditional HW
A3: There are other ways to teach Ss responsibility. Hw should be an opportunity for Ss to practice what was taught in class.
SS need to know how to think and how to monitor their own progress. Those skills will support their learning well beyond HS
A3: From experience most college HW is preparation for the next class, or completion of more long term assignments - not the same.
A2: give the students voice. & choice could be a start. What do you want to learn? How will you show me that you've learned it?
My roof, my rules. Once he leaves school I take over as the motivator for my child & HW isn't likely on the "needs" list, ⚾️🎤🚀 is.
A3 (from years teaching college) what K-12 students need to learn is time management and how to work independently, not nec HW!
A3. Ss need HW if it progresses their growth as a learner.
A2 Agreed. Solving 20 problems incorrectly just gives you more practice with the an incorrect approach
A3: Prepare for college? Maybe. Teach responsibility? There are other ways to do that in class.
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SS need to know how to think and how to monitor their own progress. Those skills will support their learning well beyond HS
Hop on in to , ! Your teachers would love this topic. Would love to share more in time.
A3: this was not said but my student that was forced to stay home to watch siblings so the parent could go to work
A3: I'm going to share one of favorite phrases on this one:
That's just CRAZY PANTS!
A3: FALSE!!!! Oh this gets me prepared to jump on my soapbox. :)
A3: The experience occurs in school. Flip the classroom to prep for college. That type of HW can be done on their own.
A3 Responsibility comes in differ forms, HW doesn't make 1 responsible. Maybe need to rethink what's being done in college
A3: Ss need TEACHERS to teach them strategies to be responsible, prepare them for college, show them how to time manage, & care.
Create a community of learners. Offer practice...if Ss need it, they take it! https://t.co/B2tiWjI3xW
A2: use it as formative assessment. Let Ss practice, then reinforce in class next day. talks about "Practice?"
I want the whole journey, not just the hotspots.
Perhaps for some books, but as a rule for me, no.
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Need to read class novels cover to cover? Select passages for analysis & let kids enjoy choice books cover 2 cover
Sorry I'm late to the chat. I teach middle school LA in Hilliard, Ohio.
A3: HW doesn't teach responsibility/doesn't prepare for college. We should be developing a love of learning, HW fails that goal.
so glad you worked that in https://t.co/uYNZQCRqxN
A3: I'm going to share one of favorite phrases on this one:
That's just CRAZY PANTS!
A1) HW should be used for students to revise work or reflect upon learning done in class.
A3: Homework doesn't prepare kids for anything, unless it is family time with reading, conversation, extracurricular, PLAY.
A3: depends on grade level, 1st graders should be worried about being kids. HS students have other ways to show responsibility.
A3: There is no HW in college. The S uses T feedback to direct their learning. Responsibility is taught at home first, not school.
A3: There needs to be a push for college education to be more relevant and progressive if this is the case. K12 is way ahead.
I always think about the time Ts spend going over it the next day. 10-15 min? For how many ss is that valuable?
A1) If Ss did not complete work during class time, they can choose to bring work home.
A3 Isn't the "college experience" about being analytical thinkers who can master new applications; not wrote memorization of facts?
A3: No one needs 30 of the same math problems. Increase the DOK of your homework and make the Ss think critically.
What do you do to ensure that students bring up questions from their frustration? Would that cause a disconnect?
Truth! https://t.co/0bGzPSVJou
A3: There is no HW in college. The S uses T feedback to direct their learning. Responsibility is taught at home first, not school.
A3: No more than five "HW" assignments collected in college...how many jobs require 1-3 hours extra practice after 8 hour day? 🤔
A3: There can be a lot of unintended lesson learned by doing homework - googling answers, copying, doing the minimum to get done
I don't know if it generated more effort, but it guaranteed we weren't doing "busywork!" https://t.co/I4L7yNbVv5
Did that strategy make you put more effort in? It's like a natural consequence
This chat is 🔥 I can't wait to read the archive!
A3: s's need to learn responsibility. Put it on them to advocate through self assessment to get help instead of worrying about hw
A3:My college exp required planning for projects,cooperation,time mgt,creativity & being able to express myself. Not worksheets
A3: collaboration, PBL, mentor relationships, self-paced learning, goal-setting all more likely to prepare for real life than HW
A1) If Ss did not address a problem accurately, send Ss home w answer and think strategically why its the answer
they need the resources and support to succeed! good thing Ryan has a great plan! :)
2 columns on Tweetdeck is key for me
I don't even agree for older Ss. Telling Ss to be responsible is not same as teaching responsibility. https://t.co/vq4CFuY0CF
A3: Maybe for the older Ss I would agree but young kids need the chance to be kids! My Ss HW is to spend time with their family!
A3: If Ss truly know how to reflect and self-assess, they will know when they need additional practice (which should be available)
what can I say...me and my man A.I. go waaaaay back!
There was lots of homework at Boston College from 1980-1984.
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A3: There is no HW in college. The S uses T feedback to direct their learning. Responsibility is taught at home first, not school.
HW offers a time 2 Reflect on Assignments w/ Thoughful, meaningful Practice!
A3: What if it does the opposite? Are we modeling that work is more important than family, hobbies, etc?
A3: my colleagues challenge me with this question. I'm torn. Can't wait to hear what everyone says.
A3: I did all my homework in Elem & HS; my grades in college were awful.
A3: Remove the word HW & replace it w/practice. Learning should be the focus - Ss should have ownership https://t.co/WmdhHWfkhn
A3: Disappointing anyone in Ed would think that these days.
A3: Ps want hw for Ss because THEY believe it's the best for the future! If doing hw measures future success, I shouldn't succeed!
A3: organization, time management, note taking...all more useful skills for college, often overlooked w/ curriculim constraints
Wilkinson in the house! Man, is wellll represented tonight! https://t.co/PozH7x84Ai
I always think about the time Ts spend going over it the next day. 10-15 min? For how many ss is that valuable?
A3: I have seen kids have to stay home from church, miss out on an extracurricular event, etc.. because of homework. NOT worth it.
A3: My 16 yr. old says it's situational; responsibility is taught in other ways outside of school, too; Create Level 4 DOK tasks.
A3: been teaching 10 years, no student has ever thanked me for a HW assignment that prepared them for HS. It's a total myth.
Thank you for saying this. I express the same thought often. Let's get our priorities straight. https://t.co/cxtKY8dFiw
A3: What if it does the opposite? Are we modeling that work is more important than family, hobbies, etc?
A2) HW should extend learning. Use for reflection. What did you learn today? How could you use this?
A3: BAM! It is about what you do while you are AT the job, not after. Let's rethink how we teach, first. https://t.co/FNkM9xP1G0
A3: No more than five "HW" assignments collected in college...how many jobs require 1-3 hours extra practice after 8 hour day? 🤔
A3 We are so focused on preparing Ss 4 what's next, we miss the chance 2 let them experience life as the learning experience.
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A3) using homework to teach responsibility? I missed that standard
A3 If homework is given, its purpose should be to reinforce standards that have been taught.
A3: I'm sorry was this printed during the industrial revolution. Oh....we still model school after that. Rethink the system!
School is a FULL TIME job-we shouldn't assign more work on top of it https://t.co/ygh3InNSVS
A3: No more than five "HW" assignments collected in college...how many jobs require 1-3 hours extra practice after 8 hour day? 🤔
Define "hone". Do you mean teach it? demand it? expect it?
A3: nope! Family time/time to be a kid and play and explore can teach responsibility and way more than a worksheet ever could
A3 We have Ss from 9 - 3:30, take full advantage of it and use our time teaching them what we feel is imp
A2) HW should allow Ss to pose personal questions about what else they want to learn about texts / topics
Intriguing topic for all...must have a purpose or we lose credibility with our Ss. https://t.co/ycNiKmMoof
Hop on in to , ! Your teachers would love this topic. Would love to share more in time.
I agree with that statement of reflecting, not busy work.
BOOM! https://t.co/xycfTMfLyi
A3:My college exp required planning for projects,cooperation,time mgt,creativity & being able to express myself. Not worksheets
Telling students to be responsible is actually telling them to be compliant.
A3 are we really trying to say the the Ed world of today is the same as 10.....20....30yrs ago
Many parents believe: it's the way I learned & went to school so it's good enough for my Ss https://t.co/bcSyVtQu3j
A3: Ps want hw for Ss because THEY believe it's the best for the future! If doing hw measures future success, I shouldn't succeed!
Eric Sidol - Olentangy High School.. Can't keep up. Just reading. lol
Education = a rare field where we justify NOT doing something. HW proponents should have to make their affirmative case.
did that 4 a few years but then thought 'how much more 2 achieve if we just started all w/a boom!'
Traditionally, HW has been work created only by the teacher, reinforcing compliance not responsibility! https://t.co/SoctXJk5Iu
A3: Remove the word HW & replace it w/practice. Learning should be the focus - Ss should have ownership https://t.co/WmdhHWfkhn
do you have this book? Send it my way. https://t.co/awQDNJYGW8
A3:The book Rethinking HW clearly shows myths of HW including teaching responsibility. That becomes a behavior not learning.
or teach them how they learn individually regardless of the content.
thanks for hopping in, Andrew! Love when the staff joins
typically those working late are those that are passionate or personally connected to their work.
A4 hw must be personalized. SS who need practice should get it and others who need extension work should receive it
Boom! HW has little (almost zero) to do w/achievement let alone life skills. https://t.co/Q1VfKE6qFP
A3: Respectfully disagree - homework in its current form only perpetuates compliance, not necessary life skills
A3: College is a whole new world! Homework isn't going to prepare anyone for that!
A3: Telling and teaching responsibility are different.
A3 homework does not teach responsibility. Should be the practice of skills being taught and to help prove mastery.
A3) WRONG!!! Workforce dissuades workers from bringing work home or working after hours. Overtime.
.: Hone = fine tune.
Balancing homework w/other demands helps ppl develop TM skills.
https://t.co/F2wcO9A7hM
Define "hone". Do you mean teach it? demand it? expect it?
Totally agree. SS can monitor their own progress and ask meaningful questions.
Exactly! Gets back to balance of life - we continue to do this b/c education as we know it is archaic https://t.co/EZIH8keNBQ
A3: I have seen kids have to stay home from church, miss out on an extracurricular event, etc.. because of homework. NOT worth it.
A3: there are way better ways to teach responsibility. Jobs work well. Chores too.
A3. Students need to understand how to learn independently from the T. HW should not be a responsibly tool. Relationships?
Look who's in the house now! We've stirred who has wise things to say about HW! https://t.co/G13GY5ZZiw
Telling students to be responsible is actually telling them to be compliant.
A4: If we are personalizing learning & at-home practice is an extension of what happens in the classroom, it should be unique too!
A4: Offer HW at different levels and let students choose the appropriate level and volume based on self-assessment.
Late to the party tonight I’m jumping in now!
and not everyone we cross paths with is going to college
Yes but college doesn't give homework everyday... Let's make them better, not waste their time... https://t.co/HmM0CLY9GU
Right! It is a full time job. I don't like to work after a day teaching. Students don't want to do more work
I wish I had a teacher who taught me strategies to organize my own metacognitive processing. That's what kids need!
A4: Defnintely possible! HW should shadow their school learning anyway. If its being asked to be done Ss should be able to do it!
A3) HW in college extends or supplements learning in the lecture hall. Also, college HW based on depth, not volume
A3 I can agree but I believe there are other skills and other ways to teach responsibility that are better
Absolutely! Homework IS aPBL - Ss do their own "I wonder" or bring back something the Tt didn't address! https://t.co/sRUZLUGSMm
A2) HW should allow Ss to pose personal questions about what else they want to learn about texts / topics
We used Rethinking HW as part of a yearlong HW school task force. It is excellent.
A4 definitely possible. Allow for Ss choice, differentiate, use Tier learning.
That's a great statement right there. If that isn't the right data, then what is? https://t.co/CtJrOmQV0v
A3: been teaching 10 years, no student has ever thanked me for a HW assignment that prepared them for HS. It's a total myth.
How about direct instruction? A lesson plan for responsibility? Then allow jobs and chores to execute. https://t.co/H2KGC2n8mH
A3: there are way better ways to teach responsibility. Jobs work well. Chores too.
careful here. Late doesn't assume better. Many awesome T's can be efficient w/ time.
Elephant in the room: Cumulative Hmwk when Ts don't communicate across content areas & Ss wind up with 5 "half hour" assignments
A4: Still working on this. Options for different ways of completing work or task.
Ss learn responsibility in MANY ways; well-rounded balanced life leads to success in all of life not just college
A4: A conundrum of sorts...as some can handle PL freedom but others need structure. Must find what works for YOUR kids
A4 Wherever possible, I provide Ss the opportunity to choose their writing topics and ask for genre/length requirements.
So true. We need to rethink this practice. https://t.co/efTAt2vXmW
A3: been teaching 10 years, no student has ever thanked me for a HW assignment that prepared them for HS. It's a total myth.
This is one of the best young teachers around! Follow https://t.co/U34Qb0hu1G
Eric Sidol - Olentangy High School.. Can't keep up. Just reading. lol
A4: using blogs, personal sites,voice threads and other devices allow opportunity for individuality. Allow them to create.
A4: self-paced content playlists accessible from any device, anywhere; Ss then decide when they're ready to be assessed
Perhaps also an opportunity to model for students how to advocate for themselves when they need support? https://t.co/xm2esRPPGh
Totally agree. SS can monitor their own progress and ask meaningful questions.
A4. HW works when a S enters the building and can't wait to show off what they did the night before. How can your HW create this?
Been lurking. Agree on the necessity of rethinking the why of HW but still fully believe that purposeful HW is beneficial (PT. 1)
A3:I rarely deal w/S's plagiarizing on creative projects/assignments.most often on traditional HW assignments.Ss don't value them
Sooo true! Makes me wanna sing the Disney 'Let it Go' song!
A4: I love vague prompts.... show me you know it? HOW? That's up to you. When your done reflect and assess yourself.
Only if they already know how. Ss w/o these skills don't learn just b/c we told them to manage their time. https://t.co/sdEtBMlQxh
.: Hone = fine tune.
Balancing homework w/other demands helps ppl develop TM skills.
https://t.co/F2wcO9A7hM
Define "hone". Do you mean teach it? demand it? expect it?
A4 if we begin w/Ss interests in our teaching and let their curiosity lead. "HW" will become "CC" curiosity continued
A3: We see successful Ss struggle in college who completed all their HW in HS. HW needs to deepen learning to be of any value.
A4: Make HW enrichment opportunities so Ss can get the practice they need.
A4: Absolutely! Personalized practice should be the goal of every T. Collaborate, share, tailor practice to Ss individual needs.
hwk! Go outside & play!!! Pretend!!! Have a Journey!!! Build a fort!!! Then come back tomorrow and give a verbal report!
A4: Absolutely. HW should be minimal (or nonexistent) for most part, but the child should understand the WHY,support provided.
Change starts with educating Ts & Ps. A study of HW so people can come to own conclusion is essential. https://t.co/RsGdlotmm1
We used Rethinking HW as part of a yearlong HW school task force. It is excellent.
Thank you for being so blunt! I like it. https://t.co/tCF7KIFyru
A3) WRONG!!! Workforce dissuades workers from bringing work home or working after hours. Overtime.
A4: Choice is key. Intrinsic motivation is a strong string to pull.
A4: Differentiate homework, in the process, have a history class with Ss from mild/mod to mod/inten, giving options to Ss.
A4: my Ss choose 1 of 15 different activities to practice vocab words. Ss can write assignments by hand or by Google doc! Options!
Glad you're here learning with us tonight ! https://t.co/nwzl5B1Jd2
Eric Sidol - Olentangy High School.. Can't keep up. Just reading. lol
A4) Yes. Have Ss create personal ??? that ask what do you want to learn. Ss then research, examine, investigate
A4. Model for Ts with personalized PD via departments or PLC requests.
Q4: Why should I have to create a 504 plan to get modified or dif hw assignments for students with various needs?
yeah isn't that the truth! So excited for the next steps.
A4: Teach. Model. Assess. Reteach. Assess. repeat... if a kid needs more give more, if not enhance... https://t.co/DkicGowMmU
A4: Taking steps in the progress of a project would be a good example of meaningful homework. At the student's pace, has purpose
A4: I'm always reminding Ss that it's all about the LEARNING. That's the goal. Best ways to do that vary by student!
A4: By allowing students to do homework on topics of their choice (i.e. Using dinosaurs to help with math homework)
A4) Ss design presentation to share w class what they learned from addressing & responding to their personal ???
DEVELOP skills....not tell people to have skills.
Model expectations. Suggest strategies.
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Only if they already know how. Ss w/o these skills don't learn just b/c we told them to manage their time. https://t.co/sdEtBMlQxh
.: Hone = fine tune.
Balancing homework w/other demands helps ppl develop TM skills.
https://t.co/F2wcO9A7hM
Define "hone". Do you mean teach it? demand it? expect it?
A4: When we give students voice or choice, ensure that all opportunities are aligned to outcomes and expectations for mastery
A4: Personalize it, if it's truly needed, by making it meaningful- not just 25 problems to answer. Have Ss invested in it
A4: Personalized learning is differentiated instruction at it's best! Using the RIGHT data, each Ss has a personal action plan
A4 - I've been out of classroom for a while but last class I taught was a flipped self-paced 8th grade geometry class.
Pt. 2 A novice athlete or musician devotes extra time to hone skills; I see HW as an academic equivalent, but only if purposeful.
A4: We could use adaptive tech tools like Frontrow, , and to find hw that fits the child's needs.
A4: give Ss customized work they need. Work in school or out should be tailored to the Ss. Empower them to learn independently.
Exactly! If they can cheat, it has no purpose! https://t.co/Tl2aONaSFF
A3:I rarely deal w/S's plagiarizing on creative projects/assignments.most often on traditional HW assignments.Ss don't value them
A4: it starts with a culture focused on learning and teachers committed to examining what makes up their letter grades.
A4: it starts with a culture focused on learning and teachers committed to examining what makes up their letter grades.
We had parties when we wrote the book
A4: More beneficial to reach Ss via small group instruction during class time rather than through "personalized" HW.
A4:This a great statement and definitely possible!! I provide my Ss with a homework choice board, so they can take ownership!!
this is my favorite part of being a dad. Creative play. To bad this gets lost.
A4: Ss could set a goal and write an action plan to achieve the goal. This could include both in class and outside of class.
Mic drop... This should be the last word for the chat! https://t.co/fBRxhPr7eC
Education = a rare field where we justify NOT doing something. HW proponents should have to make their affirmative case.
has some amazing reads on rethinking both homework and grading practices! https://t.co/K1IJtoELGE
Change starts with educating Ts & Ps. A study of HW so people can come to own conclusion is essential. https://t.co/RsGdlotmm1
We used Rethinking HW as part of a yearlong HW school task force. It is excellent.
A4:personalized learning, it is what Ts beg for in PD, but then give Ss all the same HW assignment. Anyone see the issue?
At last year we implemented Try It Tuesday HW where kids were encouraged to try something new or pursue a passion!
A4: give kids the assignment in class to develop their own approach to hmwk, I will do this at school and this at home.
self-assessment and self-awareness are so important to Ss long-term success!
To prepare for college Ss need to develop reading, writing, thinking and research skills. HW won't necessarily aide that prep.
options is key! Not rote problem solving! That's behind us!!
A4: if given, choice, opened ended, no right or wrong answer, it has to be to spark conversation or imagination.
A4.2: Ss should want to explore the topic in their own way if the engagement level is there! Encourage Ss to find more info for hw
A4: Great question! Provide options to reinforce or enrich the learning. Students choose what fits them.
A4 Leveled math fact practice with frequent assessment that moves Ss to more challenging application of +/÷
A4: tools like , Raz Kids, Front Row, Reflex Math, allow for personalized instruction.
A4: PLC schools reflect on getting rid of those things they do not related to learning and redesign HW as a result.
A4: Even personalizing homework we need to consider if it really has an impact on kids' learning and motivation...
every student has various needs. Which students don’t deserve to have customized learning?
A4: As we get to know our learners, we will determine what type of practice is needed. From there, yes, make it about each S.
A4 In Math, Ss visit privately before dismissal. Have higher, & lower HM ready; assigning fewer ?s for some Ss to not overwhelm.
A4: Ideally self-guided and choice as to how to manage time after school for home learning. Again - purpose? Necessary?
Not that's HACKY! https://t.co/VWESZtD98x
At last year we implemented Try It Tuesday HW where kids were encouraged to try something new or pursue a passion!
the key being motivation. Athletes and musicians WANT the practice and reps. Students are captive to it at times.
Kids should have choice & voice in their HW assignments if we are going to insist on assigning it! They should drive the learning!
explain why my kids play school this way. One said-I expect you to work quietly! They heard it somewhere!
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A4) Assess, conference with Ss develop a plan to practice. Practice needs immediate feedback to be most effective
Love this! Include a student self-assessment so they know their strengths and BOOM! https://t.co/EBiGKRmvws
A4:This a great statement and definitely possible!! I provide my Ss with a homework choice board, so they can take ownership!!
Q4: Homework is personalized when it's "home-practice". What do you need to do to refine your skills?
Sounds like the next thing....Genius Nights or Maker Nights!! https://t.co/5DBH6JLsWt
At last year we implemented Try It Tuesday HW where kids were encouraged to try something new or pursue a passion!
Gotta "walk the walk" right? https://t.co/XGMPgNfqIT
A4:personalized learning, it is what Ts beg for in PD, but then give Ss all the same HW assignment. Anyone see the issue?
A4. Allow Ss to have choice in how they prove mastery. Once they got, they got it.
A4 PBL personalizes practice outside of class while making learning authentic & meaningful.
Doesn't work w/nightly math problems.
keep it alive as long as possible! It's where genius resides and innovation is fostered!
A4 focus thinking process not disc. content HW. Then we realize Ss do tremendous high order thinking but not @ content we assign.
I do the same with study time. Build skills in class and choose what works best at home. https://t.co/ZGE0KUrEci
A4: give kids the assignment in class to develop their own approach to hmwk, I will do this at school and this at home.
A4: Just being real here...so difficult for Ts to differentiate inside the class, let alone out.
A4 of learning is truly personalized, won't it naturally extend beyond the school day?
A4: Right. It still goes back to the need, the purpose. I go back to the notion of balance. Find value. https://t.co/P00Y0LhMVW
A4: Even personalizing homework we need to consider if it really has an impact on kids' learning and motivation...
A4: Someone said earlier "know thy students" How can interest play a role in making learning happen at home?
A4: Game Based learning is one way to personalize practice. from is one way to use games in math
. then why the push for "common course assessments"? Seems counterintuitive and hypocritical.
Haha & I were talking about this recently. The 1950s called...they want their educational model back
A5 there is no 1way to complete a task& Ss r driven by dif things. Allowing them to indulge in their interests can deepen skills
I'm aiming too 4them 2 desire 2 take things further when they leave, 'I still wanna know .. & to search it out'
Dover HS grad taking the mound in debut for ! Quick break from
A4: Allow Ss the opp to go home and re-charge. Allow them to extend their learning at their desired pace & path at night
A5: Respect their time and preserve the family connection. Encourage authentic experiences, conversations, TIME invested.
A4: jumping in- I have Ss this year using to collaborate one another through reading at home https://t.co/evUKpwltvm
Q4: Homework is personalized when it's "home-practice". What do you need to do to refine your skills?
if they choose it or better yet create the assignment they will be more likely to do it and do it correctly!
A5: Build a culture of learning and growth instead of grades and compliance. Promise to assign nothing that's not purposeful.
A4: HW should be differentiated. For example, different math problems for every student and formatively assessed.
A5: Capitalize on what Ss know or what their good at.
You hit the proverbial nail on the head! Bravo!
A5- I recommend Try It Tuesday- it became like at home! Kids did everything from learn to cook to read a new genre!
A4: gamify math using prodigy. Free and based on what the individual needs!
I call it "The Industrial Rev" - just walk around & you can see it
A5: Ask kids what they would like to pursue and encourage them to find ways at home to do that, but allow sharing at school.
so true. Even movies do this.Unless you get the cool true movies like Freedom Writers or Mr. Clark
A5- by doing it, give them a choice, if they make the wrong choice point them in a diff direction
Powerful observation https://t.co/p05Av0xX42
Telling students to be responsible is actually telling them to be compliant.
A5 Not sure, but I do know that w/o hw, my adv. Ss don't think a course has value. They unfortunately see pts = importance.
A5: has to be value and connection to them in what they're doing. Having value for me means ZERO to them
Looking forward to going back through tonight's . Looks like lots of great ideas!
Can't do it alone, must collaborate with a PLC. Is it difficult, yes! But so worth it. https://t.co/OAmG3LO4Aj
A4: Just being real here...so difficult for Ts to differentiate inside the class, let alone out.
A5: don't be afraid to ask Ss what they don't know or want to expand on. If Ss trust you, they'll be excited to tell you!
Yes, but careful how we use these. Can Be killer for time and confidence
A5: we release the control of the learning to them! Let it Go! Let it Go! That's when they will learn to grow!
A4: I'm a math interventionist and the only thing I would ever send home is math games for Ss to play with a friend/parent
A5:Authentic actions! and I had kids ordering deli meats with improper fractions, and videoing the results. LOL
A5: inspire them to want to learn more about something on their own...then help them do it. If it's not happening...self eval time
A5: it is in the options and relevance. I'm more willing to do it when I know the benefits are tangible and in he moment.
A5: Ss need to know WHY they are learning something and believe it. They need agency to control part of the process.
A5: Don't require it. Provide resources to enrich or practice the learning. This gives them ownership of their learning.
A5: No matter what assignments or work students are involved with, it is vital to get their voice on how THEY feel it should work
A5: Best instructional practices aligned to a culture of learning in PLC work lead to best practices. Teachers in different role.
A5: Provide opportunities that clearly align to assessments and help Ss practice skills and mastery content - make it meaningful!
. Agree. Why do we need to creating common course assessments? That's a big PLC thing from reading I've done.
A5: we need a revolution. A HW revolution! Discussions like this are vital. Involve patents, admin, school boards
hey there, Tony! Thanks for hoping in to tonight. Hope the new role is treating you well!
Creeping? Dude you tweet 50 times an hour. My recent follow of you may be a mistake 😂
A4: huge challenge, paradigm shift: showing Ss there's not 1 "formula" for doing school. Want them to value and invest in LEARNING
Yes! Hidden practice. Kids have no clue they are getting better, because it's fun!
A5: just came from open house - think it's more getting parents to understand about HW. Had a P ask me make puzzles just as extra
A5) Meet w Ss 2 review & revise 2 raise grade. Give them choice 2 redo & rewrite at home 4 even higher grade
SS desire success & are willing to try/do anything when they see purpose. When involved in the HW selection, SS will do it!
A4 Maybe hw could be tiered where the S self selects the tier based on his understanding of the concept. How does the T manage it?
Last year I had K Ss groups actually design their own math games . They loved playing them! Learned design process!
A5: Don't "assign" HW - recommend opportunities for practice and model self-reflection so Ss know when they need extra practice
A5: Talk to them! Give them HW that is a fun way to learn so they're more apt to do it!
Indeed... writing with is beyond party vocabulary! (Still throwing confetti) https://t.co/BNjI75RKzV
We had parties when we wrote the book
A5: allow students to create their own assignments and assessments. Also allow them to choose how they demonstrate their knowledge
also,don't think the push for common assessment is coming from anyone who works w/Ss on a daily basis,Ts or Admin
Q5: Provide the challenge to choose an area of need based on formative assessments; make it the point of focus and exploration
. seems hypocritical to push common assessment and preach individualized learning.
A5: Involving then in the planning process. Give them the big picture and ask for input on the details. Ownership is key. 🗝🗝🔐
Q5: by listening w/ our hearts! Need to ask and listen. Need to help Ss hear themselves. Reflect and let them take risks.
Do you provide parameters? https://t.co/HXITbIFfG9
A5: allow students to create their own assignments and assessments. Also allow them to choose how they demonstrate their knowledge
A5: By getting for assignments/work Ss & Ts are able to meet in the middle & create purposeful & practical learning
they beg for me to send home games.
A5: huge challenge, paradigm shift: showing Ss there's not 1 "formula" for doing school. Want them to value and invest in LEARNING
A5 Create a learning culture that is meaningful, relevant and will allow Ss to collaborate. S should be involved in their future.
A5: Allow Ss flexibility in place/path/pace to demonstrate learning. Encourage Ss to apply their learning in authentic ways
A5: Involve students in the creation of HW assignments and give them choices on how to show what they know.
My kids LOVE Voxer HW! They use it to communicate in Spanish! Real life application - speaking/listening https://t.co/aKipHuKEsL
A5) HW = Ss can accept grade as given or revise, redo, & rewrite for HW
always interesting when little kids play and Model their teachers. It's usually spot on!
A5: Often HW patronizes kids b/c it is a blanket assignment that doesn't support them. Relationship killer!
it's a BIG PLC component.
A5: Just let kids go home and be kids, practice learning soft skills that "lecture and listen" don't teach.
A5: Teach learners to ask better Qs to find interest and passion. What problem do you want to solve? https://t.co/G8ruQPTizY
hey Craig! Glad I could jump on for a bit- loving the discussion. Learning a lot in the new gig!
A5.2: if Ss are interested in you and the topic, don't give them limits. Tell them what and why, they'll supply the how!
Done that w/imp papers. 1st time = completion w/lots of feedback. 2nd time = redo for "real" grade.
Remember the rule of follow five! Or, in tonight's case, follow EVERYBODY! Great , friends!
A5: Ss can quickly recognize when tasks are fluff or busy work - make every opportunity meaningful and supportive of mastery!
A5: It will be a culture shift. Build a culture that values the learning and get away from a culture of compliance & competition.
Then get it done! No questions. lol
A5 - students need to be able to self-assess where they are in their learning. They have to be engaged in the process.
Parents think Ss need HW b/c they had it-Godin calls this "nostalgia for the future"-Ps expect it & don't know why
Totally agree...social and emotional aspects of the home are way more vital than HW woes. https://t.co/MGXiEPRyia
A5: Just let kids go home and be kids, practice learning soft skills that "lecture and listen" don't teach.
Offer options for all learners. Practice, enrichment, challenges, explorations... And no deadlines or due dates. Share when ready
A5: Communication of expectations/purpose of HW to S & parents Parents & Ss need to know they can be challenged w/o traditional HW
Talking about a revolution! We must make this topic more than just a news story. Truly shift the paradigm. https://t.co/jmGXvpL6ku
A5: we need a revolution. A HW revolution! Discussions like this are vital. Involve patents, admin, school boards
A5: This process starts by involving the S Voice. Ss want a say in their learning, and will be creative and innovative if allowed!
A5 Focus on how they think & in what ways they think. Regardless of content. Could b Pokemon go or poetry. Tell me @ ur thinking.
As an adult my homework is to think, reflect, dream, and recharge. I don’t need to create and replicate anything for proof.
I haven't asked yet to find out which of their teachers manages their classroom as such
My dream=Ss realize what they want 2 know more about, start the search themselves at home & return 2 teach me more!
Interestingggggg! https://t.co/GGNwBY1eAd
A5: Involve students in the creation of HW assignments and give them choices on how to show what they know.
After some reflection, I think the Hmwk Qs & As vary dramatically from elementary to middle to HS. One size does not fit all!
isn't our purpose in school to develop lifelong learners? Does HW after a long school day really help toward that goal?
A5:used to have assignment options by level of difficulty where Ss could choose how they reached # of points for unit
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A5: It will be a culture shift. Build a culture that values the learning and get away from a culture of compliance & competition.
Not if you consider that there are many roads that lead to the same destination.
Kills me to hear of struggling kids...guess what...struggling at home and frustrated parents at their wit's end.
so let me get this straight. Blanket HW = bad. Blanket assessment = good? Ok - I'm going to Tribe.
Thanks for jumping in Tony! Great to have you! https://t.co/7yeYE7fV09
hey Craig! Glad I could jump on for a bit- loving the discussion. Learning a lot in the new gig!
A5: Allow flexibility & freedom. Let HW be a learning opp, not a "chore"
A5 Ts should check in with Ss!! Do we ask Ss how they want to learn? I'm sure they wouldn't say "Give me 3 hours of HW!"
We need to teach kids how to do THIS-we need to have discussions abt thier reflections abt their learning. https://t.co/lwBi4hvOmE
As an adult my homework is to think, reflect, dream, and recharge. I don’t need to create and replicate anything for proof.
not sure what advice to give on this one... Hmmm? ?
Yes...I see parents pleading for help on facebook every week, because they want to help their child. :( https://t.co/UIaoXBkBYA
Kills me to hear of struggling kids...guess what...struggling at home and frustrated parents at their wit's end.
A5: I don't know... ask them how they would like to practice or show what they know?
A5: Cringe word:compliance😖Must work on establishing authentic relationships w/learners to personalize & VALUE time➡️IMPACT! ❤️🎉
***Q6 is coming up in one minute! ***
My battery is about to die... I'm in a parking lot in my car! Keep up the great conversation around
A5 lets have hw that helps Ss identity their thinking habits & that translates into growing intellectual capacity for all content.
A5: In the words of , you can't take a play off - don't waste an opportunity for meaningful work! Make it !
And let's not get started on the 20-page summer math packet for a middle school child.
they definitely KNOW! Credibility in respecting this area/removing fluff/could change a lot of relationships w Ts
A5: If kids are doing something to be compliant, is it necessary?
. I truly appreciate your passion, perspective and insight. Cheers!
I'm just saying that common (blanket) assessments are a big part of PLCs & why they were created.
I think assessment should assess same content for all, assessments may look diff for diff learners
I just hope Ss realize that they need to solve all problems in the future & not just the evens..no odds in back of book of life!
I could RT that All. Day. Long.
Be sure to provide guidance - if expectations are clear, Ss can be provided the opportunity for voice! https://t.co/ul9JKsKYQj
Interestingggggg! https://t.co/GGNwBY1eAd
A5: Involve students in the creation of HW assignments and give them choices on how to show what they know.
No one gets any better in the compliance zone. That is an atmosphere of fear!
That's what I think "it's the way I did it when I was in school". It's gotta go!
So true. When the focus is on learning competition seems to fade. https://t.co/Uyuu9EYPrr
A5: It will be a culture shift. Build a culture that values the learning and get away from a culture of compliance & competition.
A6 as we put S achieve at the front of the conversation,we must co snider what's best for their needs. This change isn't personal
or even worse... A first grader!!!
A5: My son is 13, and some of his teachers post support in Google Classroom so they can access if needed. Videos, study guides.
A6: Push peers to eliminate one size fits all HW.
EXACTLY!!! move from compliance to competency and furthermore competition to collaboration!!!!
A6: We are working on growth mindset and school culture in our staff PD, I hope to meld this into those convos. Student-centered
Just a thought: if schools eliminated HW for a trial period, would that make Ts get away from DI and practice in class more?
Right! It should be at least 40 pages or more!
Indeed. Let's optimize the 7 hours we have with them & send them home 2 be kids. Play a board game and read a book.
A great chat, even though I am not from Ohio, have a great evening everyone, will be looking for further chats
A6: Be a critical friend and ask questions - "Is that meaningful?" "Is it aligned to your outcome?" "What is the purpose?"
A6: I encourage our school family to only suggest family game nights, family reading, play, and conversation.
He's smart. Love this! https://t.co/uZCuaN9pLT
No one gets any better in the compliance zone. That is an atmosphere of fear!
I see the wheels turning! I can't wait to talk to you about the possibilities :) https://t.co/bF9w1JiAq2
Interestingggggg! https://t.co/GGNwBY1eAd
A5: Involve students in the creation of HW assignments and give them choices on how to show what they know.
A6 I will start by actually having a conversation with coworkers about their homework and how they implement HW
A6. Meeting regularly with Ts about HW and seeking parent and Ss input about the HW being offered.
A6-we need to help parents understand how thoughts on HW have changed-more isn't better-
A6: continue to work with schools to embed collaboration during school day so teachers can discuss change. Remember culture rules.
A6: We are focusing on "Fair Isn't Always Equal" w/ over the next 2 yrs. & The role of homework as feedback/practice
A6: be prepared to explain your reasoning! I face it daily, but I've grown tougher! Some are seeing the benefits!
A6: Ask Ts, what's their motivation for assigning homework? & Do we have an alt to paper/pencil to show content mastery?
you can reach a common end by different paths. Common HW doesn't reach all Ss or show. Knowledge
A6: my poor WL colleagues have no choice, I share what I do constantly! if I can make 1 person say "hmm", it's worth it!
So many skills beyond math going on here! Love it! https://t.co/89TZ3JuhLw
Last year I had K Ss groups actually design their own math games . They loved playing them! Learned design process!
A6 This is an action step in our District Strategic Plan- to look at, research, discuss at each level
Loved having ya! Come back next week to work with https://t.co/FFsDRtj8tD
A great chat, even though I am not from Ohio, have a great evening everyone, will be looking for further chats
A6: In our administration meetings I will bring up the idea of HW and make sure as a school we are all on the same page!
A6 - I'm encouraged by the number of T's who are already rethinking HW. Hoping the revolution will catch on even more.
A4 asking S to talk2 their family @ the topics studied in class can personalize learning.Give guiding ques https://t.co/88cC19MRuf
keep me posted on release date. We would love to have you back to co-mod another about HW!
A6 Hoping to demo an edchat PD for Ts at my school, so I can show how 1 to 1 is diff from online worksheets.
A6: we started a book study w/department leads, moved some instruction to and oriented. Allowed individualization
Revisit the focus and purpose of HW with faculty, audit the HW throughout the year.
A6. We are finally moving towards blended learning and a culture of growth. I hope to make this part of the conversation.
A6: most important? of the night! I'm bringing this topic to our district Twitter chat. Bringing it up at P/T conferences too.
Model for parents that the school experience is different - especially if they had a negative experience! https://t.co/7LC65kdwaP
A6-we need to help parents understand how thoughts on HW have changed-more isn't better-
A6: I plan to coach my teachers toward , using & providing students the opportunity to have a voice & choice
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I've talked a math teacher into 2 days a week down from 3! Little steps!
A6: has to be part of bigger conversation of how to create a culture of learning and engagement
A6: Homework should deepen your thinking not force you to regurgitate for points. Ss need us to change this conventional system.
That would be great https://t.co/JIHMhLKLOU
keep me posted on release date. We would love to have you back to co-mod another about HW!
"Students must have some say about what they learn and how they learn it, especially when it happens at home."
A6: lead by example! When students succeed, they want to know what you are doing! Changing education 1 Tt @ a time
A6: Build understanding with a small group of Ps and build critical mass by continuing the conversation.
And let's not get started on the 20-page summer math packet for a middle school child. MORE >> https://t.co/1hOhjONSg2
A6: We need to realize that education must change with society. If Siri can do the HW it's pointless. Challenge Ss to think/grow.
common assessments just ensure all vital content is mastered,how you get there doesn't have to be uniform
Q5: turn them into "youtubers"Create their own channel. Watch and see the content they produce. Analyze and critique in class
A6 l:Share the research from Mathematical Mindsets book about homework and give kids real life tasks or puzzles to do instead
"Throw out the traditional view of homework and reimagine it in a way that makes more sense to teacher, parent, and learner."
A6: Open the convo and listen to everyones perspectives. Be open to suggestions and make sure the HW is meaningful!
A5 My team changed our approach to hw. When Ss choose books, there's less resistance + more students read beyond expectations.
baby steps turn into leaps and bounds!
A6: Focus energy on the importance of student voice, in all aspects of teaching and learning.
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A6: Open your classroom doors invite peers in & share your experiences. Seeing is believing Lead from the front others will follow
A6: Lots of information about homework and the lack of value. I make copies of articles and place in teachers' boxes
A6: I love the idea shared by to do a HW audit. This will certainly keep the convo going & cause Ts to be intentional
Sad I missed chat tonight! Jumping on at 9 while I wind down for the night!
A6: Share with all stakeholders the WHY behind the change - lead with PURPOSE!
Great chat tonight, everyone! Have a great week!
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A5 Ask yourself if you'd assign the same HW to your peers! If its necessary before tomorrow; it should have been taught today
DONE!
As soon as we have a firm date, trust me, we'll let you know. https://t.co/yk1997dPUW
keep me posted on release date. We would love to have you back to co-mod another about HW!
Okay, , binge watching the Good Wife is doing in a dark direction-have to sign off now. Have a great week!
A6) Blessed to have daily collaboration time built into my schedule. Excited to learn in this area... https://t.co/XRxrgacd0R
A6: I need to research ways to turn HW on its head, creating authentic and rich tasks that's kids want to be a pet of.
A6: Need data to show support for "new" pedagogy. Split PLCs into control and experiment group re: HW, then compare assess results
A6:Always go back to our uber goal. How does hw move students towards growth?
A6: I think it's a convo of understanding quality of work & the purpose vs the quantity and "just because" mentality
Was in an interview and was asked about my hw policy...explained my little to no hw idea. It was not well received. Stuck with it!
A huge shout out to for leading ! We are blessed to have her leadership with the and !
have to be able to work w/i constraints of the Ed system.Ts have lots of flexibility to get Ss to where they need to be
Thanks and everyone for a great !
Great topic for a future Lunch and Learn
And get outside whenever possible! So many adventures outside!! https://t.co/gJ8XOyECbP
Indeed. Let's optimize the 7 hours we have with them & send them home 2 be kids. Play a board game and read a book.
A6) Ts need 2 review whether HW is effective or destructive. Why are kids failing? Often due to 0's for HW
Thanks . I love knowing that we are all rethinking HW-spread the word!
A6: Many Ts in our buildings, HW is all they know. That's how they learned, that's how they teach. Provide support not directives.
Great chat! Thx for getting all of us thinking.
Thanks to all tonight for stretching my thinking on homework via .
