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mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #6thchat! Please introduce yourself, where you teach and what you teach!

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staceyreeder Apr 25 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Hello All! Stacey, 6th ELA in Cincinnati. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:01 PM EDT

I am Kristin and I teach ELA and SS in Lansing, MI. I also will be moderating tonight's chat! #6thchat

BlainlySpoken Apr 25 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Good evening #6thchat ! Denise, 6th math in Burlington City, NJ

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Welcome Denise! Looking forward to tonight's #6thchat!

In reply to @BlainlySpoken

SamReisman93 Apr 25 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hello #6thchat, Sam here 6th ELA in Waukegan, IL

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Qs follow a Q1/A1, Q2/A2 format & appear on a slide every 6 minutes beginning at 9:06. :) Meanwhile, remember to follow ea other #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi Stacey! Welcome! So glad to see you on #6thchat! :)

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bakerbg Apr 25 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Brett Baker -Glad to be here and I am an E-Learning Coach for PreK-6th grade. Pennsylvania #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Hi Brett! Glad to have you on our #6thchat tonight!

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tinkredu Apr 25 @ 9:05 PM EDT

#6thchat teacher friends! Consider following us to help us build our #innovativeteacher PLN! Please grow and learn with us @tinkredu

BlainlySpoken Apr 25 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Evening Kristin. Hope you've had a good week #6thchat

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mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Question 1 is on the slide! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Just finding it hard to believe we are in the last week of April! #6thchat

In reply to @BlainlySpoken

bakerbg Apr 25 @ 9:06 PM EDT

How could I miss it?! #6thchat is the place to be- anyone who's new will surely see!

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mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1) The benefits incl. no paper, easy to share, easy to change, portable, collaborative, reflective, Ss pride/ownership, motivating #6thchat

BlainlySpoken Apr 25 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Summer will be here before we know it! #6thchat

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MsMarshallCMS Apr 25 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Hey #6thchat Heather from California 6th grade ELA/History- hoping 20% battery will last the whole chat😁

SamReisman93 Apr 25 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Smaller, more portable, easier to add to, can't be lost #6thchat

staceyreeder Apr 25 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Ss can curate evidence of their progress and skills/standards mastery; visible, tangible growth readily accessible! #6thchat

BlainlySpoken Apr 25 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Digital portfolios are easily accessible from anywhere and can easily "travel" with you - I need to make better use of them #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:08 PM EDT

I hope so too! Thanks for being here! #6thchat

In reply to @MsMarshallCMS

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:09 PM EDT

The last one is true! "Can't be lost!" #6thchat

In reply to @SamReisman93

MsMarshallCMS Apr 25 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 They never get lost or left at home like notebooks and they are much easier to "carry" home for starters #6thchat

valeriehu6 Apr 25 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Good evening #6thchat! Valerie from Los Altos, CA - 6th grade math and science. Lurking and learning today!

BlainlySpoken Apr 25 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Additions / corrections / amendments to - makes me think of how far we've come since my childhood typewriter #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1) The benefits incl. no paper, easy to share, easy to change, portable, collaborative, reflective, Ss pride/ownership, motivating #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:09 PM EDT

I need to make better use of them too (hence the topic choice tonight!...need to learn more!) #6thchat

In reply to @BlainlySpoken

tinkredu Apr 25 @ 9:10 PM EDT

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BlainlySpoken Apr 25 @ 9:10 PM EDT

So true - they can't use the "i forgot at home/school" #6thchat

In reply to @MsMarshallCMS

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Hi Valerie! Glad to have you here tonight! Join in as you see fit! #6thchat

In reply to @valeriehu6

SamReisman93 Apr 25 @ 9:10 PM EDT

I'm in the same boat as you 2 #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser, @BlainlySpoken

MsMarshallCMS Apr 25 @ 9:10 PM EDT

I also like that they follow the students as long as they are in the district. More work to look at over a greater time period #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Yes!~ I was just sharing how I would have to retype entire papers, use white out, literally cut and paste, etc., w/my class #6thchat

In reply to @BlainlySpoken

BlainlySpoken Apr 25 @ 9:11 PM EDT

That history is there - you can see how much they've grown, where they're having difficulties #6thchat

In reply to @MsMarshallCMS

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Question 2 is on the slide! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Is your district all on board w/ digital portfolios? #6thchat

In reply to @MsMarshallCMS

BlainlySpoken Apr 25 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: Biggest one is availability of tech - both at home and in the classroom. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Question 2 is on the slide! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2) Deciding on platform, technical skills of Ss a& Ts, maintaining & updating in timely way, lack of school buy-in, access to tech #6thchat

SamReisman93 Apr 25 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2: Getting the Ts and Ss to buy-in to using it and teaching the Ss how to use it and keeping them updating #6thchat

staceyreeder Apr 25 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: Ss taking the time to curate vs. checking work off as done & moving on. Valuing process over products alone; Ss seeing purpose. #6thchat

AssignmentHelpN Apr 25 @ 9:15 PM EDT

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massignmenthelp Apr 25 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#mwlibchat #123princhat #6thchat #ADEchat #CSISDchat #CTEChat #jcedchat Tips for Learning Mathematics to Students https://t.co/4jSNAvgzTZ

MsMarshallCMS Apr 25 @ 9:15 PM EDT

I have students write reflections after looking through their own work in their portfolio #6thchat

BlainlySpoken Apr 25 @ 9:15 PM EDT

I'm at a loss in terms of knowing what's out there. Google Drive/Classroom and heard about SeeSaw but what else is out there? #6thchat

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mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2) Some Ts still remember paper portfolio days, & headaches of tracking all of the paper, etc., and may harbor neg. memories of it #6thchat

SamReisman93 Apr 25 @ 9:16 PM EDT

We had some Ts last year working to start this through Google Sites where each S has their own personal site they are in charge of #6thchat

In reply to @BlainlySpoken, @mrskochheiser

staceyreeder Apr 25 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Love this @MsMarshallCMS! How often do you have Ss work through this thorough reflection? #6thchat

MsMarshallCMS Apr 25 @ 9:15 PM EDT

I have students write reflections after looking through their own work in their portfolio #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I have this tweeting out later, but here is this now since you asked: https://t.co/7oN5ZMXCB2 #6thchat

In reply to @BlainlySpoken

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I have this tweeting out later, but here is this now since you asked: https://t.co/0ZlIpyK63B #6thchat

In reply to @BlainlySpoken

MsMarshallCMS Apr 25 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2 The challenge is getting everyone on board so that Ss will be growing their portfolio every year not just some years. #6thchat

Mr_Lisek Apr 25 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: Cannot be updated immediately if there is no access to tech; platform to be used; getting materials uploaded to portfolio. #6thchat

BlainlySpoken Apr 25 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I've never thought of Sites for the classroom. But that's a great tool for them #6thchat

In reply to @SamReisman93, @mrskochheiser

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Question 3 is on the slide! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Time! Always the nemesis! #6thchat

In reply to @staceyreeder

staceyreeder Apr 25 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Planning to try Google Sites next year. Anything to know? Pros/Cons? #6thchat

In reply to @SamReisman93, @BlainlySpoken, @mrskochheiser

Mr_Lisek Apr 25 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Coming late to the party. Ryan in Flint, MI - 6th Social Studies #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3) Focus:Will portfolio be a process portfolio (shows steps/changes), a showcase portfolio (shows final work) or a hybrid of both? #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:19 PM EDT

I know some districts get an initiative off the ground on this...we are not there either. But, no reason to NOT do it! #6thchat

In reply to @MsMarshallCMS

SamReisman93 Apr 25 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Ours never got out of planning stages so I'm not sure, they were planning to start w/ template site and give to Ss as a start #6thchat

In reply to @staceyreeder, @BlainlySpoken, @mrskochheiser

Mr_Lisek Apr 25 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3: How often will I have access to tech? What will the layout be? Is this a final product or a way to show growth? #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:20 PM EDT

They've made some nice changes that make it easier to put together. #6thchat

In reply to @staceyreeder, @SamReisman93, @BlainlySpoken

SamReisman93 Apr 25 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3: What is going into the portfolio? Does each inclusion actually need to be there or is it just fluff? #6thchat

PrincipalSmart Apr 25 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Hey my #6thchat friends! Michelle from Saskatchewan, Canada glad to finally be back. #better #late #than #never

MsMarshallCMS Apr 25 @ 9:20 PM EDT

3 times/year-I wrote a post about how it figures into my transition towards a change in grading philosophy https://t.co/c2u1ObqTWs #6thchat

In reply to @staceyreeder

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:21 PM EDT

I wonder what Ss would create if they were allowed to do so without a template? #6thchat

In reply to @SamReisman93, @staceyreeder, @BlainlySpoken

PrincipalSmart Apr 25 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3 Will the platform grow with the students? #6thchat

staceyreeder Apr 25 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3: Ss need to understand criteria for artifacts. What progress are they measuring/tracking? How can the tool be maximized? #6thchat

MsMarshallCMS Apr 25 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Lead by example, right? If everyone sees how cool it is maybe they'll be more open to it. #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Hi Ryan! Welcome to #6thchat tonight! Jump in! Glad to have you here!

In reply to @Mr_Lisek

SamReisman93 Apr 25 @ 9:22 PM EDT

I have seen somewhere online someone using Sites w/out templates and they were pretty good. It comes to expectations for site #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser, @staceyreeder, @BlainlySpoken

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:23 PM EDT

So glad to have you back! Jump in! We've missed you! #6thchat

In reply to @PrincipalSmart

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Question 4 is on the slide! #6thchat

BlainlySpoken Apr 25 @ 9:24 PM EDT

What parameters do you set, do you make a rubric for what it should contain and then let them get creative #6thchat

In reply to @SamReisman93, @mrskochheiser, @staceyreeder

MsMarshallCMS Apr 25 @ 9:24 PM EDT

I use sites w/out template too. I'm not a big fan of templates. I feel like it's an unnecessary limitation. #6thchat

In reply to @SamReisman93, @mrskochheiser, @staceyreeder, @BlainlySpoken

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A blog post about importance of reflection in portfolios and more! Read on! #6thchat #waverlyedu #517edtech

MsMarshallCMS Apr 25 @ 9:20 PM EDT

3 times/year-I wrote a post about how it figures into my transition towards a change in grading philosophy https://t.co/c2u1ObqTWs #6thchat
In reply to @staceyreeder

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A4) Going to do a final showcase portfolio this year as a class but school and district have not bought into idea yet. #6thchat

SamReisman93 Apr 25 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A4: I don't and the main reason is I struggle creating the template deciding what it should look like/include #6thchat

BlainlySpoken Apr 25 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A4: Only our high schoolers have emails, and regular access to tech so digital portfolios aren't on a priority list in lower grades #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:27 PM EDT

I agree...we often take the fun & creativity out of the process instead of learning from our Ss #6thchat

In reply to @bakerbg

PrincipalSmart Apr 25 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4 We are have way there, not really where I want to be yet. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Of course! Such a fabulous idea! #6thchat

In reply to @bakerbg, @BlainlySpoken, @SamReisman93, @staceyreeder

staceyreeder Apr 25 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4: Tried a portfolio of sorts w/ Google doc; Ss archived work to show progress toward standards mastery; S buy in lacking :( #6thchat

internet4classr Apr 25 @ 9:28 PM EDT

INFO: Parts of Speech 2. https://t.co/qHnLvOjQ06 #edchat #6thchat #7thchat #8thchat #langarts #ela #engchat

BlainlySpoken Apr 25 @ 9:28 PM EDT

I like that idea - getting them involved is a great way to get them engaged and excited #6thchat

In reply to @bakerbg, @SamReisman93, @mrskochheiser, @staceyreeder

MsMarshallCMS Apr 25 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4 I just started with the new Google sites this year and it's so easy-I 😍 love it #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Question 5 is on the slide! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:30 PM EDT

I also think that @padlet is a great way to have Ss in lower grade learn to share, and archive work. #6thchat

In reply to @BlainlySpoken, @padlet

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A5) Ss should consider incl. artifacts from beginning, middle & end of year that show growth, new skills, reflection, pride #6thchat

SamReisman93 Apr 25 @ 9:31 PM EDT

I think I might try it. Worst that happens is that they don't respond to it #6thchat

In reply to @bakerbg

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:32 PM EDT

I found it cumbersome last year, but the new changes have made a HUGE difference! Much easier to work with! #6thchat

In reply to @MsMarshallCMS

SamReisman93 Apr 25 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A5:Writing from start of year to show growth, any projects or tests or major writing samples to show how work is done over time #6thchat

MsMarshallCMS Apr 25 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5 We do writing samples-persuasive, informative, etc right now we are writing reviews of student created games in history class #6thchat

BlainlySpoken Apr 25 @ 9:33 PM EDT

I always forget about @padlet #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser, @padlet, @padlet

staceyreeder Apr 25 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5: Whenever their skill shows change/growth, Ss can upload a new exemplar; comparing exemplars = growth analysis! #6thchat

PrincipalSmart Apr 25 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A5 things they are proud of, things they found hard, but showed growth. Variety from different subjects. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:35 PM EDT

I had some Ss use it for #geniushour last year and it was trouble, trouble, trouble! This year=diff story! #6thchat

In reply to @MsMarshallCMS

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Quesiton 6 is on the slide! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A6) Positive intro (we all have great work to include); teach tech tool; set expectations; suggest entries; build excitement #6thchat

SamReisman93 Apr 25 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A6: Help curate and guide, offer feedback on what might be good ideas to add #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Don't forget our 6th grade poetry @padlet! Here it is! Have Ss add on if you want! Ss are in to this! #6thchat https://t.co/Q67IReKzOh

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Don't forget our 6th grade poetry @padlet! Here it is! Have Ss add on if you want! Ss are in to this! #6thchat https://t.co/CimrZLJQB3

staceyreeder Apr 25 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A6: Enthusiasm & Resources to get Ss started and buying into tool. Guidance as they practice; set expectations; give time to curate #6thchat

PrincipalSmart Apr 25 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6 Students need help reflecting and celebrating growth. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Question 7 is on the slide! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A7) Have Ss look at body of work and prioritize best to least-excited-about. Have Ss share samples w/ea. other & discuss artifacts #6thchat

SamReisman93 Apr 25 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A7: need some help w/ this 1, my best idea would be show them a personal example so they see you are doing it too (and a sample) #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:43 PM EDT

I agree! They need help to see growth is part of the learning process and to feel good about it! #6thchat

In reply to @PrincipalSmart

staceyreeder Apr 25 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A7: Start small so Ss aren't overwhelmed & can see benefit to curating & reflecting on growth; then let Ss decide time to add more. #6thchat

PrincipalSmart Apr 25 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A7 I think they need to start by making it their own in some way. Maybe pictures or other design elements. Gets them excited. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Quesiton 8 is on the slide! #6thchat

PrincipalSmart Apr 25 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A8 we started with @Seesaw this year but so far we have used it mainly for student-led conferences. Lots of potential for growth. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:50 PM EDT

#6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A8)I've been collecting articles on @padlet here along w/sites, etc. Feel free to add, look at. My "working" board https://t.co/7SjgvxCsHA

SamReisman93 Apr 25 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A8: Google Sites and @Seesaw are the only ones I can currently think of #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Collecting on this @padlet! Feel free to add and look at! https://t.co/7oN5ZMXCB2 #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Collecting on this @padlet! Feel free to add and look at! https://t.co/c9UoqhCT5o #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Thanks #6thchat for joining me tonight to explore digital portfolios! Let's keep digging on this!

staceyreeder Apr 25 @ 9:54 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz has his Ss blog as part of their portfolios. Often project specific. See site for sample: https://t.co/5bi5Jc0DkQ #6thchat #LLAP

PrincipalSmart Apr 25 @ 9:55 PM EDT

My wireless service seems questionable tonight! #6thchat

staceyreeder Apr 25 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thanks @mrskochheiser, as always, for moderating. Let's keep this conversation going. Want to try full scale next year! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Thanks #6thchat for joining me tonight to explore digital portfolios! Let's keep digging on this!

mrskochheiser - Moderator Apr 25 @ 9:59 PM EDT

I agree...may need a "part 2" discussion on this toic! #6thchat

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