#educoach Archive
The #educoach hashtag is used by instructional coaches around the world. We chat each Wednesday at 8pm CST on Twitter and use the hashtag throughout the week to share resources, ask questions and collaborate with instructional coaches.
Wednesday October 11, 2017
9:00 PM EDT
participatechat
Oct 11 @ 9:00 PM EDT
Participate in the upcoming
#educoach
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/aU12WOvkon
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:00 PM EDT
Good evening
#educoach
Let’s start by introducing ourselves and sharing a success story from the week!
#eduwin
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:01 PM EDT
My
#eduwin
was meeting w/teacher leaders who took one of my classes this summer. Loved hearing about their projects.
#educoach
lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Hi! Lauren, K-5 Instructional Coach, Indiana. My
#eduwin
is Fall Break & spending time w/my kids. Excited to co-moderate tonight!
#educoach
IAteacherNan
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Ooops! For got the hashtag
#educoach
IAteacherNan
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:01 PM EDT
This is Nancy from Southwest Iowa. My
#eduwin
as a coach -- relationships and trust are increasing. Ts are seeking me out now!
kylelaurie
Oct 11 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Steve, Tech Integrator from Canandaigua, NY. Success story: Coached a T on
@Flipgrid
...T then had Ss use it!
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Thanks for helping out tonight, Lauren. Much appreciated. Glad you are having a nice fall break!
#educoach
In reply to @lsmith0917
arnoldtimw
Oct 11 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Tim Arnold, e-Learning Specialist, Richmond Community Schools. PLC's with 20+ teachers and great conversations
@iceindiana
today
#educoach
lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:03 PM EDT
That's so exciting!! Keep building those relationships!
#educoach
In reply to @IAteacherNan
jimknight99
Oct 11 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Jim from KS, and my
#eduwin
was spending the day was a great group of coaches in DesMoines
#educoach
LFKerz
Oct 11 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Hey
#educoach
! Lauren, AP from IN. My
#eduwin
seeing/hearing the positive remarks from Ts and Ps after 1st ever student-led conferences
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Awesome. Love
@Flipgrid
. Nice the teacher saw the transfer to students. How are they responding to it?
#educoach
In reply to @kylelaurie, @Flipgrid, @Flipgrid
hbarry3232
Oct 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Hi! Hannah from Illinois
#eduwin
was meeting with different Ts and working alongside them as they take a risks to try new things
#educoach
mandymtaylor
Oct 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Hi
#BmoreEdchat
Dropping in until my son gets home from baseball practice! Hope everyone is having a great week! I'm an
#educoach
in TX
3Realley
Oct 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Tobey a k-5 Math coach from NJ & my
#eduwin
is having a reluctant teacher reach out for help
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT
So happy to hear that, Nancy! Are you doing anything to measure that? TL here were discussing how they might measure trust.
#educoach
In reply to @IAteacherNan
lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT
You're welcome! Great to connect with everyone and a chance to chat in between laundry! 😉
#educoach
In reply to @KathyPerret
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Awesome! What was your topic. Looking forward to seeing you soon for
#betterconversations
.
#educoach
In reply to @jimknight99
lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:06 PM EDT
What was a takeaway from today, Tim?
#educoach
In reply to @arnoldtimw
HowardKiyuna
Oct 11 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Howard here. Ss teacher in my room got great remarks from Univ supervisor.
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Student-led conferences are so powerful. Congrats!
#educoach
In reply to @LFKerz
hbarry3232
Oct 11 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Very excited to learn alongside you and others in Chicago in a couple of weeks!
#educoach
In reply to @jimknight99
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:06 PM EDT
If you are new to
#educoach
we use a Q1 A1 format. Please make sure to include the hashtag in your tweets.
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT
Check out
https://t.co/d7iETHNXyL
to participate in chat and obtain transcripts.
#educoach
lisameyers2003
Oct 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT
Lisa, 7-8 coach in CA,
#eduwin
, Dept chair planning convo helped him move his team forward with
#NGSS
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT
Let’s get started with tonight’s topic: Peer Observations/Learning Walks
#educoach
lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT
That's a big win! How will you be supporting them?
#educoach
In reply to @3Realley
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:08 PM EDT
Q1: What experience have you had with peer observations or learning walks?
#educoach
mandymtaylor
Oct 11 @ 9:08 PM EDT
A1: I'm an elementary
#educoach
and we're working to ensure fact fluency/flexibility so our kiddos can work more efficiently.
#BmoreEdchat
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:08 PM EDT
Jim is very busy! :)
#educoach
In reply to @hbarry3232, @jimknight99
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:09 PM EDT
I used student-led conferences when I taught, too.
#educoach
In reply to @LFKerz
arnoldtimw
Oct 11 @ 9:09 PM EDT
We (my district) is in a good place, but with much work to do and Indiana is a leader in the EdTech field!
#educoach
#ICEindiana
#RCSeLearn
In reply to @lsmith0917
IAteacherNan
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:09 PM EDT
A1: Facilitated Ts in group observation w/a purpose last year. Focus was specific feedback asked for by the T we observed.
#educoach
lisameyers2003
Oct 11 @ 9:09 PM EDT
A1 focused math learning walks last year worked well. 8 Ts observed 4 math classes
#educoach
IAteacherNan
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT
A1: My principal is excited about learning walks, but we haven't yet had time to put it into practice.
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Setting a purposes &facilitating the process is so important. I learned that quickly when many Ts came to my classroom 20 yrs ago.
#educoach
In reply to @IAteacherNan
IAteacherNan
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:11 PM EDT
I'd love to hear how it was organized and what the goal was.
#educoach
In reply to @lisameyers2003
lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:11 PM EDT
That's great! You're in my area. It's being held at our HS. Enjoy your time!
#educoach
In reply to @arnoldtimw
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:11 PM EDT
Several of the TL I met with yesterday shared some great work with peer observations using the
#pineapplechart
idea!
#educoach
HowardKiyuna
Oct 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT
A1: I've not heard of Learning Walks! What are they?
#educoach
kylelaurie
Oct 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT
A1 Learning walks are a powerful leaning tool for all levels of Ts. We participate in multi-district walks.
#educoach
bhall_acs
Oct 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT
BriAnne Hall, MTSS Coordinator Alleghany County Schools, NC.
#eduwin
was leading
@pcspioneers
in their first MTSS Beliefs Survey
#educoach
hbarry3232
Oct 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT
A1 Each is different & amazing in their own way. We all visited each other to see pockets of innovation and promote collaboration
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT
Here is some information on the
#pineapplechart
concept.
https://t.co/KYDnAmSpoc
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:11 PM EDT
Several of the TL I met with yesterday shared some great work with peer observations using the
#pineapplechart
idea!
#educoach
arnoldtimw
Oct 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT
A1: Nervous Ts, lots of un-needed excuses, and some really great teaching and learning.
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:14 PM EDT
This book calls them Teacher Rounds
https://t.co/CNNVkXWfVf
#educoach
HowardKiyuna
Oct 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT
A1: I've not heard of Learning Walks! What are they?
#educoach
LFKerz
Oct 11 @ 9:14 PM EDT
A1: experiences typically result in professional learning & growth thru dialogue w colleagues - always come away with something!
#educoach
rcs2ndary1
Oct 11 @ 9:14 PM EDT
Good evening! Michael Shunneson |
@wearrrichmond
| Richmond, IN | Great conversation today with 3 RCS coaches &
@amyjwalker
#educoach
MrsMoodyIC
Oct 11 @ 9:14 PM EDT
Joining late! Tonya, IC in Indiana
#educoach
lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:14 PM EDT
A1: We've had Ts have intentional focuses for learning walks as well as some work with
#ObserveMe
with a student focus
#educoach
bhall_acs
Oct 11 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A1: Best professional learning opportunities I have had came through observations of teachers outside my content and grade area.
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:15 PM EDT
Q2 What are benefits of peer observations/learning walks?
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3Realley
Oct 11 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A1 feedback on peer observation should not be judgmental and should focus things that were seen or heard
#educoach
hbarry3232
Oct 11 @ 9:15 PM EDT
This is something I really want to start at my school to shift culture to one of sharing and celebrating success. Not compete.
#educoach
In reply to @KathyPerret
lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:16 PM EDT
Absolutely! There is power in having a debriefing conversation with colleagues. Hi!
#educoach
In reply to @LFKerz
cybraryman1
Oct 11 @ 9:16 PM EDT
My
#PineappleChart
page
https://t.co/21CRRzgAKG
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:11 PM EDT
Several of the TL I met with yesterday shared some great work with peer observations using the
#pineapplechart
idea!
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:16 PM EDT
One thing to consider is have Ts help develop the process. Not just tell them about it.
#educoach
Let it build from them.
In reply to @hbarry3232
lisameyers2003
Oct 11 @ 9:16 PM EDT
A2 opening up classes for Ts to learn from one another. Takes trust!
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT
Thanks Jerry! I'll definitely pass that along!
#educoach
#themanwithapageforeverything
In reply to @cybraryman1
MrsMoodyIC
Oct 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT
A1: currently doing peer observ surrounding conferring. We recently participated in a build-a-lab w/
@CaldayWWS
as the facilitator
#educoach
rcs2ndary1
Oct 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT
A2: Great way to build relationships within a building. Gives peers something productivetobtalk about during PLC’s or lunch.
#educoach
bhall_acs
Oct 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT
A2: Benefit=The 💡 moment: Great instruction crosses content and grade span!
#educoach
lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT
A2: Opportunity to grow alongside each other in a community of practice.
#educoach
IAteacherNan
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT
A2: More open dialogue, and Ts learn to appreciate one another's strengths.
#educoach
hbarry3232
Oct 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT
A2 Learning from one another & create a culture of growth There's always something to learn and everyone is an expert in something
#educoach
arnoldtimw
Oct 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT
A2: Developing a common language, promoting sharing, breaking down the silo mentality.
#educoach
rcs2ndary1
Oct 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT
Great point. I love it when Ts can get into rooms that are 1 or more grade levels different than theirs.
#educoach
In reply to @bhall_acs
LFKerz
Oct 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT
A2: endless benefits, but learning walks cultivate an envrnmnt & mindset of continual lrng, collective wisdom,collaborative growth
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT
A2 A benefit - teachers actually see each other teach, something that is actually very rare! That needs to change!
#educoach
AngelaFaulhaber
Oct 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT
was just talking about this today. Really excited to implement.
#educoach
In reply to @KathyPerret
MrsMoodyIC
Oct 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT
Q2: always powerful see it in action. We are using peer observ as a time to try it right there as well bc doing it is even better
#educoach
EduBenne
Oct 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Just stumbled on this chat! I’m in Springfield, Mo
#educoach
MrsAmandaLCook
Oct 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT
A2 it kind of goes without saying that it builds a feeling of empowerment and common ground to share practices in this way
#educoach
3Realley
Oct 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT
A2 Peer observation builds a culture that it’s ok to take risks as Ts, others will support us & help us grow
#educoach
lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Q3: What are challenges to implementing peer observations/learning walks?
#educoach
AngelaFaulhaber
Oct 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT
A2: I think it's affirming to see others stretching & growing in the same way you do. Teaching can be so isolating.
#educoach
jimknight99
Oct 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT
I was presenting Better Conversations in Des Moines today.
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT
Glad you found us. We chat each Wed. at 8pm CST on anything
#instructionalcoaching
!
#educoach
In reply to @EduBenne
lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT
As well as embrace vulnerability with each other!
#educoach
In reply to @IAteacherNan
EduBenne
Oct 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT
I do somethings call Walkabouts. Very powerful in-house PD.
#WalkaboutFremont
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT
Good practice for your trip to
#nwaea
! See you soon.
#educoach
In reply to @jimknight99
IAteacherNan
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT
A3: finding that first T willing to be a risk-taker and be observed. Also logistics of covering the observers' classes.
#educoach
LFKerz
Oct 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT
A3: time is a big one, but also the trust required by colleagues to do this. Also, the belief that it is worth the time investment
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT
Tell us more about your Walk-abouts.
#educoach
In reply to @EduBenne
hbarry3232
Oct 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT
A3 Biggest challenge is shifting mindsets. Observations aren't to judge you teaching. It's to learn and grow together.
#educoach
rcs2ndary1
Oct 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT
So true. We think we know what’s happening across or down the hall or even across the district but that’s probably not the case.
#educoach
In reply to @KathyPerret
EduBenne
Oct 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A3: trust is a must!
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT
Time is a factor, but something that can be resolved. I always believe the answer is in the room.
#educoach
Ts can help figure out the time!
In reply to @IAteacherNan
FEScomal
Oct 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A2
#educoach
confidence, teacher efficacy, collective teacher efficacy
aziaer
Oct 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A2: Much to be gained from classrooms outside your content ex: band for chunking & feedback; special ed for differentiation, etc
#educoach
jimknight99
Oct 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A3. I think a big challenge is to not look like you think you are superior than your peer
#educoach
arnoldtimw
Oct 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A3: Admin, Ts buy-in. Time for reflection at the end of the coaching cycle. And as always....Sharing
#educoach
lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:24 PM EDT
Shifting mindsets is tough! It's not about you or me, it's about how WE can grow alongside each other together.
#educoach
In reply to @hbarry3232
DevDen07
Oct 11 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A2: I'm a middle school coach in Knoxville, Iowa...we've taken the learning walks across schools to help make better connections
#educoach
In reply to @KathyPerret
jimknight99
Oct 11 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A3 I also think it is important to resist simplistic comments about the complex task of teaching
#educoach
MrsMoodyIC
Oct 11 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A3: finding coverage and time to debrief 😩😩😩
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:24 PM EDT
So true. I've mentioned this in many trainings.
https://t.co/2zTvyjzwkl
#educoach
peeps have been surprised at their own self-assessment.
EduBenne
Oct 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A3: trust is a must!
#educoach
KateWaltherOTES
Oct 11 @ 9:24 PM EDT
#educoach
FEScomal
Oct 11 @ 9:25 PM EDT
A3 ensuring the observations have a focus, time 2 collaborate w/ teacher who is being observed & developing a plan moving forward
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:25 PM EDT
Hi Devin. I'm in Iowa, too! Great place for Teacher Leadership! I'm in Sioux City at
#nwaea
.
#educoach
In reply to @DevDen07
lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:26 PM EDT
Q4: What steps might a school take to prepare for peer observations/learning walks?
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:26 PM EDT
Great. Thanks for sharing this Learning Walk resource.
#educoach
HowardKiyuna
Oct 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT
Found this
https://t.co/6TCh7BeCfO
In reply to @KathyPerret
HowardKiyuna
Oct 11 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A3: Staffing. Where to begin? Am I there to learn? Am I there to help? How much to take on? How much input should be given?
#educoach
MrsMoodyIC
Oct 11 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A4: find a focus, make a plan, and decide that it is priority and will lead to growth for your Ts
#educoach
ELaneBV229
Oct 11 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A4:
#observeme
is a great way to gain feedback as well as
#pineapplechart
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A4 One of my suggestions is build the process WITH teacher, rather than just announce the process. Build together.
#educoach
MrsAmandaLCook
Oct 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A3: finding a first team to go for it knowing that both observer and the teacher can grow together. It doesn't need to one sided
#educoach
LFKerz
Oct 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A4: Needs to start w/ a compelling WHY
#educoach
3Realley
Oct 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A4 Allow Ts to volunteer to be observed - use the willing to help get others on board after they see experience as helpful
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A4 Principal should be on board as he/she can help with time factor.
#educoach
ELaneBV229
Oct 11 @ 9:29 PM EDT
Couldn't agree more! Trust is so important
#educoach
LFKerz
Oct 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT
A3: time is a big one, but also the trust required by colleagues to do this. Also, the belief that it is worth the time investment
#educoach
MrsAmandaLCook
Oct 11 @ 9:29 PM EDT
A4: Just like with coaching, starting small with enrollment and let the Ts tell their story.
#educoach
rcs2ndary1
Oct 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT
A3: An understanding that they are evaluative. Building trust, especially if you don’t truly know your colleagues, is a must.
#educoach
FEScomal
Oct 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT
A4 clear expectations have a focus prepare guiding questions include ample time 2 not only debrief, but follow up & follow through
#educoach
KateWaltherOTES
Oct 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Q3: start small, share success, others see benefits & want in! establish a culture of T learners. Always focus on S learning
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT
SO True!
https://t.co/DwIZJ3hn3H
via
@simonsinek
#educoach
LFKerz
Oct 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A4: Needs to start w/ a compelling WHY
#educoach
hbarry3232
Oct 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT
A4 Start of giving Ts opportunities to learn from each other at PDs on various topics. Let them lead each other!
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Here we go with the
#gifs
!
#educoach
In reply to @rcs2ndary1
lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Q5: How can we ensure staff has a voice in the development of peer observation/learning walks?
#educoach
arnoldtimw
Oct 11 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A4: Start with volunteers, but with the knowledge that all will be included eventually.
#educoach
rcs2ndary1
Oct 11 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A4: Do a learning walk after school when no Ss are present. Just start by getting Ts in each other’s rooms.
#educoach
HowardKiyuna
Oct 11 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Could Learning Walk model replace the need for conventional training?
#educoach
rcs2ndary1
Oct 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Valid point. Need to educate each other on the benefits.
#educoach
LFKerz
Oct 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A4: Needs to start w/ a compelling WHY
#educoach
CHuckeba
Oct 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT
A4: share information. Encourage all to join in! Focus on the learning.
#educoach
MrsMoodyIC
Oct 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT
A5: just like coaching cycles are not mandatory but inclusive, learning walks should be the same way
#educoach
stephygsalazar
Oct 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT
@CmunroOz
What is the best way to provide evidence of the impact of coaching on student outcomes?
#educoach
#educoachOC
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Learning walks can certainly be job embedded professional learning along with coaching.
#educoach
In reply to @HowardKiyuna
lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Yes! Great suggestion! We have done that with new Ts as well as on teacher work days at the beginning of school year.
#educoach
In reply to @rcs2ndary1
hbarry3232
Oct 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT
We did this. It was a great start to conversations! Even little management things were picked up
#educoach
In reply to @rcs2ndary1
rcs2ndary1
Oct 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT
#educoach
In reply to @KathyPerret
CHuckeba
Oct 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Yes! If you build in time to talk before and time to debrief after. Think about how awesome the learning would be!
#educoach
In reply to @HowardKiyuna
hbarry3232
Oct 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT
A5 Starting slowly with your risk takers that will open their doors to let others in and let it build organically
#educoach
MrsAmandaLCook
Oct 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT
Q5: Gather feedback as the process evolves&grows. Bringing the Ts, Cc, and other leadership in on the process will help it grow
#educoach
EduBenne
Oct 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT
A5: I use structured feedback to help guide the observations, but let Ts guide me about what they observe
#educoach
KateWaltherOTES
Oct 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT
Q5: Ts specific about things they are hoping to get feedback on, survey to staff to see what areas they want to observe
#educoach
DevDen07
Oct 11 @ 9:35 PM EDT
A5 having open, honest conversations about what we have as goals in our classrooms...what can we take away from those we observe
#educoach
In reply to @lsmith0917
hbarry3232
Oct 11 @ 9:35 PM EDT
This is how we started out. Then it naturally progressed to getting into classrooms to learn from one another
#educoach
In reply to @3Realley
lana_cecil
Oct 11 @ 9:35 PM EDT
Whoo Hoo! I made a chat! I'm so excited
@KathyPerret
I've missed this.
#educoach
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:35 PM EDT
Here we go....
#educoach
In reply to @rcs2ndary1
LFKerz
Oct 11 @ 9:35 PM EDT
A5: inclusivity leads to collective insight & collaborative growth; allowing others to voice ideas costs nothing & gains much!
#educoach
mitchellsensei
Oct 11 @ 9:35 PM EDT
#FRSD
TIS from
@FlemRarSchools
@
#futureready
coaching conference
#educoach
@MissLucchetto
@patflavin1007
@techedteachr
@jborawski
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Perfect So glad you could make it. How have you been!
#educoach
In reply to @lana_cecil
lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Q6: What tools have you or could you use with peer observations/learning walks?
#educoach
rcs2ndary1
Oct 11 @ 9:37 PM EDT
We’re looking at the idea of “gallery walks” 4 Ts to show each other their online instructional space-Has anyone else tried this?
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LFKerz
Oct 11 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A6: a tool that allows for quick, short, positive feedback is greatly beneficial
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KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:38 PM EDT
I think that could work. Do you have resources to help you? Do you have an online instructional space?
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lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT
We've had Ts do gallery walks with their
@CanvasLMS
modules/pages.
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CHuckeba
Oct 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT
Yes! Here’s what wowed me...here’s what I noticed...and here is what I’m wondering!
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MrsAmandaLCook
Oct 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT
We haven't, but I am thinking about how this could be useful for teachers to see into others virtual classrooms.
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KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A6 Video can be a way to deal w/ the "time factor". Ts can video lesson. Upload. I like
@SibmeApp
. Ts could be in a huddle.
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EduBenne
Oct 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A6: Mike Rutherford’s 30 sec feedback is great at keeping the focus on positives and what Ss are learning
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rcs2ndary1
Oct 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT
We use
@CanvasLMS
as our LMS & have developed Course Norms. So Ts have a starting point of what their goal is in Course design.
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hbarry3232
Oct 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A6 My previous school had a reflection form to fill out after observing T Strictly what did the observer take away/positive notes
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lana_cecil
Oct 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A6: At R13 we do
#TXLS
cycles. Not o let do we peer observe with team selected points of eval.. but we debrief and make changes.
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HowardKiyuna
Oct 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT
I watched another Tr do art today. The engagement struck me. I have to capture that in my math classes.
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lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:41 PM EDT
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DevDen07
Oct 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT
I think it's important for both the observer and the observee to get something from the learning walks...we have half sheets for both
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lana_cecil
Oct 11 @ 9:41 PM EDT
Here is the info on TXLS Lesson Study is amazing!
https://t.co/twytJmS2cZ
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KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:42 PM EDT
Such a great observation. What did the T do to engage the students? What do you want to try?
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lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:42 PM EDT
What format was your form? Digital or paper?
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CHuckeba
Oct 11 @ 9:42 PM EDT
Great idea! What is on the half sheet for the observee?
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lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:43 PM EDT
Q7: How can we measure the impact of peer observations/learning walks?
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hbarry3232
Oct 11 @ 9:43 PM EDT
We had the option of either. Same layout, but could chose depending on your comfort.
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lana_cecil
Oct 11 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A6: I was at one school where they used QR codes at the door to show what the teacher wanted feedback about. That was cool.
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lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT
What were the reflection questions?
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hbarry3232
Oct 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT
We have a couple of Ts who started that this year. Love how they are putting themselves out there!
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KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A7 Data could vary. In the beginning frequency data, but move to reflection, goal setting. collaboration, etc...
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HowardKiyuna
Oct 11 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A7: Imitation? Spreading of ideas hopefully = spreading of strengths?
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lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:45 PM EDT
This invites a follow up conversation with a colleague (something I want to know more about). Thanks for sharing!
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hdutrey
Oct 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT
Busy night... didn't get to enjoy
#educoach
and I was so excited abt this topic! Will there b a transcript I can check out?
MrsMoodyIC
Oct 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A7: if the culture of the building changes for the positive & a learner stance is consistent- you can feel the impact.
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CHuckeba
Oct 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT
Yes! This! Hallway conversations, convos about teaching in PLCs, and seeing new ideas tried out around the school!
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HowardKiyuna
Oct 11 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A7: Imitation? Spreading of ideas hopefully = spreading of strengths?
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LFKerz
Oct 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A7 msr % or # of Ts who try new instrctnl strtgy/extend existing 1 based on peer obs - ultimately impacts Ss, which is goal #1!
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arnoldtimw
Oct 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A7: Feedback from participants and documented growth as teachers and leaders. I love
@Flipgrid
for quick relfection/feedback
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KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT
Yes you can always find transcripts here
https://t.co/d7iETHNXyL
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lana_cecil
Oct 11 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A7: Hummm. I think ask the students first. And then look at the data.
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KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT
Q8 What questions do you have for each other on learning walks and peer observations?
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hbarry3232
Oct 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT
A7 Hard to measure but culture of building. Ts sharing and working together rather than in isolation.
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CmunroOz
Oct 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT
So that was a timezone fail! worldtimebuddy app let me down :( I'm an hour too late for
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#toomanyzones
#daylightsavingconfusion
KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:50 PM EDT
We have 10 minutes left. I certainly understand. I am
#timezonchallenged
. I hope you are having an awesome Thurs.
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HowardKiyuna
Oct 11 @ 9:51 PM EDT
A8: Examples of things you learned during these short visits?
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KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Has anyone written blog posts on their peer observation/learning walk experiences? Please share.
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HowardKiyuna
Oct 11 @ 9:51 PM EDT
A8: Examples of things you learned during these short visits?
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IAteacherNan
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:52 PM EDT
A8: Examples of focus for learning walks, and reflection tools. How much time 4 observation?
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NikMagee9
Oct 11 @ 9:52 PM EDT
The
#pineapplechart
could be a great way to encourage peer observation and celebrate the great instruction happening on our campus
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rcs2ndary1
Oct 11 @ 9:52 PM EDT
A7: Admin can collect data on specific instruct. practices that have been identified as highly effective. Is their a (+) Shift?
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hbarry3232
Oct 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A8 What are some ways to get input from Ts on format? I'm the lone coach for 100 Ts. Trying to find the most efficient way
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MrsMoodyIC
Oct 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A8: it depends on the focus for the observ but I think my biggest ?’s are around why those instructional decisions were made.
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KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT
I think the time could be focused on the specific thing T wants observer or other Ts want to see in action. All based on purpose.
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lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT
Seeing ongoing cross grade level collaboration and establishing a culture of learning for all (both Ts and Ss) is a big takeaway.
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LFKerz
Oct 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A8: What would you want/need from school admin to make it a more desirable/realistic practice?
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KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:54 PM EDT
I've been busy moderating. Has anyone shared ideas with
#observeme
type peer observations?
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arnoldtimw
Oct 11 @ 9:54 PM EDT
Yes, so much more effective when the teacher requests it! Focused and effective.
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vickiGV
Oct 11 @ 9:55 PM EDT
Thanks for sharing ideas for Learning Walks, Pineapple charts!
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KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:55 PM EDT
Q9: What is something you will take away from tonight’s chat and try in your own situation?
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lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:56 PM EDT
We've used
#ObserveMe
. Ts enjoyed getting into each other's classrooms.
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HowardKiyuna
Oct 11 @ 9:56 PM EDT
A9: Learn more about these.
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arnoldtimw
Oct 11 @ 9:56 PM EDT
Love this approach!
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IAteacherNan
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:56 PM EDT
A9: Priority to meet with principal and make this happen -- baby steps to implementation.
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NikMagee9
Oct 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT
Teachers should have input in how peer observations are structured and establishing individual/dept. goals for observations.
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hbarry3232
Oct 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT
A9 Jumping in & reaching out to risk takers to see if they will start and learn alongside me and create positive observation form
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lsmith0917
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT
Great question! Intentional time and coverage is always a win. 😊
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KathyPerret
- Moderator
Oct 11 @ 9:58 PM EDT
Q10: What other topics would you like to discuss here at
#educoach
or other ideas to expand chat?