#TEDEdChat Archive
Sparked by the enthusiasm of teachers in the TED-Ed community, TED-Ed hosts #TEDEdChat on Twitter every Tuesday from 6-7pm ET.
Tuesday November 1, 2016
6:00 PM EDT
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TED_ED: For the next hour, our tweets will be dedicated to moderating . Join the discussion!
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Q1 If we asked, what do you think students would tell you about what they need in order to learn? https://t.co/Xe9GY21QoZ
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A1: As a student, we need the most inspirational and determined teachers who can share their vision of learning with us
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Come join in a chat on universal design for learning & disability. How can u revision your teaching? https://t.co/S6nezQoIyq
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A1: Understanding, differentiation, choices
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TED_ED: Q1 If we asked, what do you think students would tell you about what they need in order to learn? …
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Join in today's on universal design for learning.Share your expertise and experiences.… https://t.co/NmncuNII0j
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Q1 If we asked, what do you think students would tell you about what they need in order to learn? https://t.co/Xe9GY21QoZ
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safe space to just "be", learn, and make mistakes without fear of being ridiculed.
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Time, teachers who understand every student "can" & ts who are willing to try anything.
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A1: Time, patience, choice, understanding (on T part), freedom, the opportunity to make mistakes (and not be punished)
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This is especially true for sts who often feel isolated to start with. Find a "third way".
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more interactive and engaging classrooms
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that's why we need to "think outside the box" to meet the needs of all students when we plan activities.
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A1: we've had Ss write about their "academic wants and needs." They say: choice in seating + topic, encouragement, clarity
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Who makes time to survey students? To complete st interest inventories? To see what "intelligences" are present?
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A1: An accepting, no-shame environment. They need to feel safe to take the risks required to learn!
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A1 I did ask. Time. Patience. Caring. Understanding. Different activities. Thoughtfulness.
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A1. A teacher who believes in them
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Act of asking is an act of recognition & desire to work together. How do you go about teaching sts about needs?
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Thoughtfulness is vital! How did your students define it?
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We talk about how we all need different tools (glasses are a great concrete example!). Lots of modeling + repetition!
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A1 someone who gives a rip about them. Many floundering students do not have a stable adult in their life.
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A1. Autonomy, more real-world application, and a teacher who Ss feel like is on his/her side
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Do some of ur sts have IPPs IEP or 504 plans? Do you go over their Ed Pysch reports with them if they have them?
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Taking part in the right now, and then headed home to participate in the later this evening! Lots of connecting!
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Yes! (I might add a T who makes it clear they believe in them) https://t.co/KCy9NF6IWy
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A1. A teacher who believes in them
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"knowing that sometimes I find English really hard and I need Miss to keep this in mind."
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So true. Kids who aren't loved, come to school to be validated and supported. Most important part of the job.
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Q2 coming up in a moment!
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Using a Google Form with "what do you need to know about me" as the key question cld provide good info.
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we teach private school so the documentation is different, but we work with Ss to know their needs + ask for help!
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: teacher friends: I bet you already have lots of suggestions for this question! https://t.co/pYoBdqWgJY
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Q2 What changes can enable your students to acquire knowledge and skills, represent their learning, and maintain en… https://t.co/QvcfPwgsq7
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A2: Appropriate placement, services, and the belief that they CAN do it. Confidence is half the battle!
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A2: We had Ss fill out a form this year to share what THEY want us to know.
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A2. Problem solving is such a valuable life skill!
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I teach in a private school where all of our sts have diagnosed learning disabilities. Such vital information
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Q2: Changing assessments to be more project based so Ss have choice and can use their talents to show what they learn!
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What does collabing with kiddos on IEP goals look like? Teach me!
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TED_ED: Q2 coming up in a moment!
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A teacher may be the nicest person a child sees every day. https://t.co/sc1MXMQTJo
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A1 someone who gives a rip about them. Many floundering students do not have a stable adult in their life.
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Make learning far more kinesthetic. Kids need movement. Hard to do sometimes, but benefits outweigh challenge
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A2: Seek student input in different ways and in different contexts (i.e., after an activity). Ask them.
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A2 the learning progressions we've adopted has helped hugely. A lot of reflection and self management.
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A2. Ts have to take Instructional risks and allow Ss the freedom in their own ways. Ts must relinquish some control
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Yes! Assessment should not be a mystery-it's an important part of learning! Also, Ss should self-assess.
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We shld collaborate. I'm sure we all have very good ideas.
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Do you use metacognition in this reflection time?
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A2. Change in learning environment (sitting in a desk all day doesn’t work for all!) & multiple ways for Ss to share knowledge
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So glad it is helpful! Ts modeling talking about each of our unique needs is keyl.
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my colleague uses learning circles. They are amazing.
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A2 Let the student take the driver's seat and focus on their skill development https://t.co/LsdFrsZvsQ
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Q2 What changes can enable your students to acquire knowledge and skills, represent their learning, and maintain en… https://t.co/QvcfPwgsq7
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Love this.
I call this democratized learning. always awesome too. https://t.co/9nuPDLgV0d
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Q2: Changing assessments to be more project based so Ss have choice and can use their talents to show what they learn!
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We go over our IPPs, explain our goals and ask the kids what they want to work on. We also reflect weekly.
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Would love too! Always looking for new ideas!
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Agreed. I'm a BMC (behavior) teacher. We walk a fine line between autonomy and setting expectations.
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Me too! Ss need to practice being advocates for their own learning early on.
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yeah that comes in with our curriculum's key competencies.
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Yes! Or have student input in coming up with goals?
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Love the terms democratized learning and ! Key to engagement and intrinsic motivation.
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We have student-led conferences next week! Definitely helps students take ownership!
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Really getting to know your sts. Personalization of your lesson plan, trying to differentiate as best as you can
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Student-led conferences are AMAZING for this!
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Enjoy! We love hearing our Ss teach parents and Ts about their learning. They are the experts!
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We are also using digital portfolios to build this kind of conversation as well.Think about your learning!
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Problem based, inquiry based, SOLE, genius hour, 20% time, TED-Ed CLubs all offer engagement that matters
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We'd actually have inclusion and if that's not possible, sts-centric, more humane classrooms that aren't mark mills.
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A3: Ss absorb, learn and assume that norm is the only way. Stifles creativity, reduces attempts at productive struggle, etc.
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I love the idea of building student digital portfolios.
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A3. Norm-referenced classrooms can teach Ss that there is one way to be a "good" student and limit potential
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Some of us find it harder than we thought, but the sts really benefit. Takes time & planning
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A3. Learning needs to be individualized and spontaneous. It doesn't usually fit a defined path
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we do digital portfolios too! We use kidblog. What do you use?
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I really like the thought that learning can be "productive struggle". Learning how to do this is a vital skills
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Q3: ug...let me count the ways..Ranking,
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will check it out! Thanks for sharing- idea overload is my best case scenario!
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A3 might be wrong track but it encourages conformity in a negative way. ie. You must fit in this box. Awful for kids who don't
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Learning exists in productive struggle-if they're not struggling, they already know it! They're learning
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Create entire generation of kids who think they aren't normal. Rinse. Repeat. Ranking is anti social justice!
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A3 and there is a safety in a room that says, we are all different and your difference is valued
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We do dig ports with tcher candidates and even with them, it is challenging but worth it
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We are all modeling it with our sts. So vital for teachers to reflect as well!
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A3: Additionally, there should be NO "norms" in classrooms - the climate should be dictated by & tailored to the Ss we serve.
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will look into it! is also secure and lets us supervise!
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Norm-referenced classrooms stifle/promote one size fits all teaching and society. Implications for society as a whole
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It's bad, but I teach my kids the beauty of being able to say, "Told you so," when someone dismisses them
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A3 Norm-referenced assessments are designed to rank Ss and ensure that some fail. How did that ever become acceptable! 😠
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absolutely! We ask Ss for feedback at the end of each unit too.
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So vital to be in tune with one's sts and their individual needs. The classroom sld b a place of hope
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would love too! Always looking for new approaches.
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Nothing bad about that at all. Teach students self-advocacy. Confidence is a skill they need to practice.
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Yeah....like children are wheat and chaff. Makes my blood boil too!
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A3 Norm-referenced assessments stifle creativity and reward memorization 😡
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Especially for those who have had it constantly knocked.
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A3: norm-referenced assessments hurt both Ss and Ts because they are limiting!
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Q4 What “experiments” and/or acts of “reframing” learning have worked the best in your practice? https://t.co/gi9NeDZej8
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And they limit curriculum, digging deeper, critical thought and inquiry. Seems like a form of social engineering!
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I teach my Ss that it's OK to be wrong! Even Ts make mistakes! A healthy dose of both is great!
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definitely. They also stifle engagement and critical thinking.
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A4 One year I didn't give a single test - only vocab football "quizzes" & informal assessments and learning increased!! 🙌
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Letting go. Providing multiple entry points. Listening. Sts r constantly telling us what they need.
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A4: Acc. & mod. should make work attainable, not easier. Challenging Ss often leads to behavior, which is another opp to learn!
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A4. Letting Ss set their own learning goals
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TED_ED: Wrapping up Q3, on to Q4
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TED_ED: Q4 What “experiments” and/or acts of “reframing” learning have worked the best in your practice? …
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Take away the stress of the test, and kids will amaze you with what they know.
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A4 Gad Ss reframe how they viewed our Leadership class. Took on Greenleaf servant leader model. Made for an impactful year!
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You should check out the work of She literally throws out grades and makes a world of difference!
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A4: letting Ss suggest final project and product ideas and being flexible to their needs and interests!
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keep learners at the center of your planning and constantly question why we do what we do in the classroom.
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Ss need to feel valued! It's key to build relationships in order for learning to take place.
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Choice without the threat of grades. Big reason why our TED-Ed Club resulted in the best work ever seen out of some sts
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A4
Students design learning space
Choice of assessment
Mindfulness breaks
Test shredding
F.A.I.L Club
https://t.co/wYY9ierRLd
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Q4 What “experiments” and/or acts of “reframing” learning have worked the best in your practice? https://t.co/gi9NeDZej8
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I love the FAIL Club. Once kids realize what FAIL actually means, they use it all the time to describe progress
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Our "Academic" Fair is one of the best examples of learning for the sake of learning. Love it so much!
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Ask kids to do 30-Day challenges. I support them. I help them frame the goals, then I let them go
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It's like the Voice except that everyone makes the final show and gets to sing their song. https://t.co/1PrXRjRi9N
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A4: letting Ss suggest final project and product ideas and being flexible to their needs and interests!
