Students will feel more empowered resulting in their will to learn! When you believe in your students, they will be more willing to try. #FearlessEdChat
Students will feel as though they have more of a choice. Having a choice could lead students to be more willing to participate in the classroom. #fearlessEdChat
A1: Giving students choice allows them to fee in-charge of their own learning and, in turn, motivates them to further their learning to better themselves and gain new knowledge and opportunities. #FearlessEdChat
A1: It empowers students to feel like they are an active part of the learning in the classroom. If they are empowered they are more likely to take risks, try hard, and innovate. Saying "yes" is a necessity in 21st century classrooms! #fearlessedchat
A1 I think saying yes goes hand in hand with taking risks. We want Ss to take risks in our classes bc it leads to more authentic learning #FearlessEdChat
this is so crucial esp. for those that are more timid or less willing to just fall in line. it can really help expand the culture o your classroom #fearlessedchat
A1 This year I have tried to ask myself "why not" instead of asking Ss "why" when they ask for something. It has led to a lot more "yes...if it helps your learning "responses #FearlessEdChat
A1: We want our kids to be independent learners and they learn that from having some autonomy! It also sets them up to be unafraid of asking questions--it only takes a few "no"s before they just don't bother anymore. #fearlessedchat
A1 This year I have tried to ask myself "why not" instead of asking Ss "why" when they ask for something. It has led to a lot more "yes...if it helps your learning "responses #FearlessEdChat
A1 This year I have tried to ask myself "why not" instead of asking Ss "why" when they ask for something. It has led to a lot more "yes...if it helps your learning "responses #FearlessEdChat
@ERobbPrincipal has me with this mindset that anytime my brain says "No don't do that" I go ahead and do it. It has been a great year this year! #fearlessedchat
A1: students need and deserve the right to have some voice and choice in th classroom. It gives them the avenue to express their creativity and learn according to their style. #FearlessedChat
A1 I interpret 'Yes' an "Why not?" I shy away from definitive statements during learning & doing time... I want the kids to chose & decide what works best for the ourosie of their work and needs. But this does make a "yes" environment for sure, so Yay! #FearlessEdChat
Technology! Teaching students how to effectively use technology in the classroom is very beneficial. Students can learn so much when they can use technology to their benefit! #FearlessEdChat
A2Gee, I am pretty flexible..I'll have to ask the kids. My morning class would tell me I need to let certain kids partner up more often. #FearlessEdChat
A1. Giving Ss a choice empowers Ss in their learning and allows them to play an active part in it by choices and through discussion of voicing their opinions and answers. #fearlessedchat
A2: Is it lame to say for myself I feel like I have been saying "Yes" so much that I am actually trying to balance things out more and shy away from some things? For my students I want to say yes to more of their project ideas, am trying to do more of this! #fearlessedchat
A1: Who wants to hear "no?" Thinking aloud abt possibilities, engaging in rich conversations, is so much more welcoming to lrnrs. Rather than shutting down from rejection, they instead can think in open-ended, out-of-the-box ways - where we all can learn better. #fearlessEdChat
A2 answering the question i ask myself all the time, is this good enough yet? @MrsBrubaker helps me see when that extra 1% awesome isnt worth 3 extra hours of work #fearlessedchat
A2: wow this is hard one! I don’t usually say no and if I do it’s followed by let my try to find another solution. Even when I was in th classroom, I was pretty open to suggestions so long as it didn’t violate school rules #FearlessedChat
This is so hard and I feel you so much on this strunkinator. Also thats what ive been calling you in my head the last few months. Hope thats cool #fearlessedchat
A2: Is it lame to say for myself I feel like I have been saying "Yes" so much that I am actually trying to balance things out more and shy away from some things? For my students I want to say yes to more of their project ideas, am trying to do more of this! #fearlessedchat
A1: The best part of "the power of yes" is that our ultimate goal in education should be to create an environment which fosters a love of learning. We can best motivate Ss to become lifelong learners through positivity and encouraging their ideas and creativity! #fearlessedchat
So my kids can sit where they want until they can't... and they also love to sit in the dark recesses of my room where usually only dust bunnies dwell. Go figure. #FearlessEdChat
A2-I need to practice saying yes to the things that actually matter & not yes to the things I think I have to say yes to but don't directly impact student learning #fearlessedchat
A1: Choice in Learning is SO important. It helps teach Ss to take charge and ownership of their learning! When that happens -> the sky is the limit for them! #fearlessedchat
A3: The most important piece of infrastructure is innovative teaching. If we want to say yes, that means we need to be open to trying and building new things. Teaching like the science teacher in Stranger Things won't work. We need Ms. Frizzle's! #fearlessedchat
You will need to have clear procedures and expectations set up in your classroom on day 1. This will allow you to say "yes" more to your students because they will know the routine and procedures set up by you in the classroom. #FearlessEdChat
A2: I could find ways to stop by teachers’ classrooms more often for non disciplinary and/or instructional purposes. Do more observing/supporting of my teachers. #fearlessedchat
So my kids can sit where they want until they can't... and they also love to sit in the dark recesses of my room where usually only dust bunnies dwell. Go figure. #FearlessEdChat
A3 Teaching with an #inquiry#pbl mindset and instructional framework is key in my opinion and with my background/experience. "Yes" is an attitude as well but there are some methodologies that literally are about "yes", "Why not", and "Go for it!" #FearlessEdChat
A2: As a looping K/1 T, we all really get to know each other well. Ss, of course, would work w/ buddies & sml-grps on everything, esp writing. I've always believed in rdrs building on each other's knowledge; but, lately, I'm saying 'yes' more often to buddy wrtg. #FearlessEdChat
A2: This one is hard for me because I feel like I say yes to a lot of things most wouldn’t. However, I need to say yes to leaving our room more together and seeing what’s happening in other classrooms. #fearlessedchat
A3: The most important piece of infrastructure is innovative teaching. If we want to say yes, that means we need to be open to trying and building new things. Teaching like the science teacher in Stranger Things won't work. We need Ms. Frizzle's! #fearlessedchat
I actually want to buy/find lawn chairs...the low aluminum ones that fold up so kids can chill out differently as they work. Maybe I can ditch a table or two as well to create more floor space. #FearlessEdChat
THis is like my calling card. Having a behavior background it is something I harp on to my kiddos and anyone who will listen lol
It all starts with the behavior and classroom management #FearlessEdChat
I so appreciate the gift of such a place. I am truly blessed! And my colleagues love hearing what I am learning through Twitter these days, too. ;) #FearlessEdChat
A4: I let them pick their seats, most of the time they pick their partners, doing more choice activities in class. I'm trying to make "my room" feel like "our room" whenever possible! #fearlessedchat
A3: Train Ss is a bunch or creative sites: Scratch, cospaces, AI2, Soundation, etc. Ss centered choices keep them productive. I start here. #FearlessEdChat.
THis is like my calling card. Having a behavior background it is something I harp on to my kiddos and anyone who will listen lol
It all starts with the behavior and classroom management #FearlessEdChat
A3 Clear objectives and a classroom set up so that the T is not in control of the learning, but is managing the classroom flow instead. #Fearlessedchat
A4: I had very clear expectations or my kids. If the rules were followed, they had a lot of choice such as where to sit and who to work with. So long as rules were followed, my students had tons of autonomy! #FearlessedChat
A4 My background is #GiftedEd where choice & voice are integral to #bestpractices. I try to teach kids to match product to purpose. How they demo their understanding is up to them (free choice but can be overwhelming)) or they can choose from a set # of choices. #FearlessEdChat
A3: I have class values and 5 Commandments that we live by. If we measure things based on those, it's easy to see what is a "yes" and a "no."
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A4 we work on a must do/menu system for part of math block. Ss need to complete 3 must do assignments each week in whatever order they want. Then they have a menu of 10 spiraled activities to choose from at will. Autonomy = more face time with small groups #fearlessedchat
One thing I need to say yes to more often is when students ask to share work! They are so proud and, although I always turn to "if we have time" rather than a flat no, I should make the time for them. #fearlessedchat
A4: My class is SO based on this idea. I tell them the end product and let them decide how they get there. A big idea on our team is self-leadership. Once they really get that, then they can lead others. <---My goal for them.
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A5 I say no when the choice would hinder the learning of themselves or others. Above all, the classroom has to remain a positive and productive place for learning #FearlessEdChat
#fearlessedchat love this chat, definitely something I look forward to every other week! I hope you'll join me tomorrow at 9pm for #waledchat where we can continue to lift and support each other as we reflect on lesson planning!
A3: Even my youngest begin lrng expectations for living & lrng alongside ea other. Thru our sch Rights & Responsibilities & an emphasis on adopting the behaviors of disciplines, Ss rise to the expectations. (How would scientists/rdrs/mathematicians approach this?) #FearlessEdChat
A5: if it breaks a school rule, if it hurts another students physically or emotionally, if it will cause a complete class disruption of learning. #FearlessedChat
A5: If I feel like it is going to jeopardize time to spend time with my wife and rest. Being still and being with my wife is key for me to feel recharged, and I will not lose that. #fearlessedchat
A5 No being mean, throwing stuff, running in my room... let me give you my class rules...these are my nos - and remember I teach middle school: No licking, sticking, clicking or picking. These cover A LOT! #FearlessEdChat
I gotchu fam. I’ll shoot you a few. Each menu lasts 2 weeks with a new set of must dos each week. 1 independent task, 1 @Flipgrid response, 1 tech of the week. Works great! #fearlessedchat
A5: When it doesn't speak empowerment, when it's hurtful instead of helpful, when it doesn't line up with our school or class expectations.
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A4: Our "Play to Learn" time at the end of the day is the time when the yes happens most. I think I can open up more "yes" at this point in the year, this is something I will have to think on! #fearlessedchat
One thing I need to say yes to more often is when students ask to share work! They are so proud and, although I always turn to "if we have time" rather than a flat no, I should make the time for them. #fearlessedchat
A5: It's time to say no when my work life overtakes my personal life. I have a very hard time finding that balance, but I'm making a conscious effort to work on it. #FearlessEdChat
A4. My Ss know Questions are moat welcome always ...they frame questions for each other to engage in healthy discussions.They decide how their end products will be during any project . #fearlessedchat
A4: When Ss have ownership of our lrng & an understanding of the ways we live & lrn, they truly rise to meet expectations. Ex: a grp of 6-yr old Ss decided to manage our cls library w/ 1,000's of bks. Unbelievably, they've transformed it! It's truly theirs! #FearlessEdChat TRUST!
A3. My children know my expectations ..that to me is most important..based on the end result they work their way up to it...that freedom I always give them. .. #fearlessedchat
A3: I'd say schools need flexibility in timeline. Deadlines are so rampant in education and sometimes we only have just enough time to cover the material. If we were able to fit in more flexible time per unit, there would be more opportunity for student choice. #fearlessedchat
A5: One of my sayings: "Be a teacher, not a 'tell-er.'" Tell-ers just tell somebody what to do without even having to think. Teachers guide, suggest, give hints, encourage, model, praise... Say no to 'just telling.' #FearlessEdChat
A5: One of my sayings: "Be a teacher, not a 'tell-er.'" Tell-ers just tell somebody what to do without even having to think. Teachers guide, suggest, give hints, encourage, model, praise... Say no to 'just telling.' #FearlessEdChat
A5: One of my sayings: "Be a teacher, not a 'tell-er.'" Tell-ers just tell somebody what to do without even having to think. Teachers guide, suggest, give hints, encourage, model, praise... Say no to 'just telling.' #FearlessEdChat
A4: Recently I've been trying to implement roles in group work to increase autonomy. It's difficult trying to balance things for 3rd graders, especially when I'm so well acquainted with 5th! Right now choice boards have been a huge hit! #fearlessedchat
Well, with five- to seven-year-olds over a two-year span of looping, there are some non-negotiables that kids just have to understand early. I'm pretty good at explaining "the simple!" ;) #FearlessEdChat
A5: When it comes to saying "no," I think there are a few guidelines: if it creates a negative environment, if it would encourage mass chaos, if it isn't contributing to either social or academic growth. #fearlessedchat
