#Ntchat Archive
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Wednesday February 17, 2016
Hello! I have never participated in a Twitter chat before. Excited to see how this works!
Excited to be participating in . It's been quite a while.
For the next hour my tweets are dedicated to talking about teaching kindness with everyone at .
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is a new one to me...should I join in?
We’re a small, but mighty chat...dedicated to being practitioner focused and supportive to new teachers! https://t.co/YdjDV3M4i6
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Hello! My name is Lauren and I am from the Twin Cities area.
I'm a doc candidate at UNLV (defending on the 29th) and searching for an academic job. Used to teach HS science/math.
Lisa Dabbs Founder from So Cal. Consultant, blogger, speaker, author, Adjunct Prof & former principal. My message-
I'm Hailey from Sitka, Alaska. I'm a graduate student studying towards my M.Ed. in Online Innovation and Design.
Hello! My name is Cate and I am from Savannah, MO. This is my first twitter chat!
Love your intro image! I must make one. :)
I recognize that town name!! The movie the proposal!
You make my heart happy, Lisa Dabbs! Join us, !
Dave from PA, K-12 Instructional Coach
Mark! You are too much. Love it. ;)
Hello, my name is Shelby and I am from Savannah, MO. Excited to join tonight!
Hi everyone! Shirley here from NY - long time teacher of middle school
From cold snowy . Publisher Times 10 Books, series
Welcome to our chat! Great to have you here.
Ultimate goal to become teacher-educator in the area of educational technology and science education.
Haha yep! Great movie, but filmed in Rockport, Mass. :)
Jennifer Hogan, Hoover HS A.P. in Alabama. Here for a bit. Thanks for the invite !
New Twitter chatters: format is Q1: “question here”. You replay with A1: "your response". Don't forget to include :)
I'm a veteran teach who coaches new teachers. Looking forward to hear the needs & insights of nt(s).
Hey , looks like we're neighbors!
Hey Missy! I am happy you can pop in for while. ;)
Ha! Oh you know I'm passionate about power of connected networks to support, inspire, & empower teachers! https://t.co/X5BVjksa8d
been doing so many Twitter chats lately & loving it!! I know ur the Turner queen of Twitter but I aspire to be princess 😂
Awesome! Welcome. Look forward to having your voice in our convo.
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Very cool! I have been teaching for 6 years. I am completing my M.Ed. in Teach&Learn this May. Not sure what's next?
Put it into practice! 😀 https://t.co/Klk77ZQlX5
Very cool! I have been teaching for 6 years. I am completing my M.Ed. in Teach&Learn this May. Not sure what's next?
I am mostly lurking there these days myself.
This is Random Act of Kindness Day! It's important to chat about this topic. :) Question 1 will be up on deck in 3,2,1
We both will be graduates this spring!
**Q1**: So define it friends...What is kindness?
Hello Jennifer Hogan!! Always great to see your smiling face. :)
Larissa, Instructional Coach, joining in here from a warm KC! What up!
Larissa, Instructional Coach, joining in here from a warm KC! What up!
Hey, I'm Jared, and I'm from Fresno, California. I'm a second year 10th grade ELA teacher and this is my first Twitter chat.
Thanks, Laura! Great to see you, too! https://t.co/B3KgeKquYE
Hello Jennifer Hogan!! Always great to see your smiling face. :)
A1: Kindness is love in action.
Gtg friends...hubby is ready for dinner! Kindness on the Internet can be rare. Be the change. Have a fantastic week!
. "Kindness connects to who you are, while niceness connects to how you want to be seen." - Every Day
A1: Kindness is a combination of respect and empathy towards others
A1. Having empathy for another. Helping shoulder some of the "burden" of living for another, so to speak.
Welcome, Jared! This is a great chat to be in for a first time. You're going to love it! https://t.co/9K1K6HUi5c
Hey, I'm Jared, and I'm from Fresno, California. I'm a second year 10th grade ELA teacher and this is my first Twitter chat.
Oh wow! That is very profound. I'm impressed with your thoughts on this... https://t.co/NKzOoG2346
. "Kindness connects to who you are, while niceness connects to how you want to be seen." - Every Day
A1: Kindness is helping someone else no matter who they are.
A1: Kindness is treating others the way you want to be treated, yourself.
A1 Having concern for others and acting positively with certain behaviors on those concerns
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A1: Kindness is going out of your way to help someone else...not bc you have to or expect a reward or to feel good...just bc you can
Wow...so honest and beautiful. https://t.co/A3NXqYWxOh
A1. Having empathy for another. Helping shoulder some of the "burden" of living for another, so to speak.
A1: Kindness is identifying needs and doing all in our power to help alleviate them
Will do, Mark. I'm looking forward to the many learning opportunities Twitter has to offer.
So important! Reaching outside of our selves. https://t.co/rVYTa5jg5W
A1 Having concern for others and acting positively with certain behaviors on those concerns
Q1: Kindness is recognizing humanity in someone and speaking to that part of them.
kindness is doing for others selflessly
A1: The truly kind will never tell any1 about it bc it never occurs to them-they're just doing what they think is right/good
A1: Kindness is treating everyone the same. EVEN your enemies. :) Respect one another.
YES! https://t.co/vRJbwpKikc
A1: The truly kind will never tell any1 about it bc it never occurs to them-they're just doing what they think is right/good
I am so moved by your powerful words on . Now...lets dig a little deeper...
I love this. We've talked about that in our classroom a lot this year, and students have responded well.
**QUESTION 2***: Why should we teach kindness? Why is it important?
Kindness is doing things that uplift, nurture others!!
A2: Don't know what future careers might look like but I know it will ALWAYS be beneficial to be a kind person
A2. Kindness can help both the giver and recipient become better human beings.
A1: Kindness is building someone else up, not bc you have an agenda but because you genuinely care about their well being.
Kindness is empathy, treating others how you want to be treated.
A2. We cannot model kindness enough! Children learn what they live. Our actions are copied. We have a responsibility to set the tone
A2: With the multitude of (global) connections our students can & will make, empathy & kindness will be very important!
A2: Kindness allows us to open up to & seek out things that others label as odd or different to gain a deeper understanding
A2: they'll be in my world &make decisions that affect me; I want them 2b kind! also when I'm old they can help me across the street
. A2: Teaching teaches compassion teaches empathy teaches good citizenship. i.e. the point of
A2. Kindness has a way of making us happier, and when we are happier we can focus better on learning.
A2 Because we need to build respect for each other and kindness is showing empathy and respect
Q2: I believe so strongly that it's our obligation as educators to teach kindness. We must be a model for care & compassion.
A2: I believe so strongly that it's our obligation as educators to teach kindness. We must be a model for care & compassion.
A2: We teach kindness bc if you dish out attitude then that is what you will get in return.
Love all of it!! https://t.co/8cYB2uigFX
. A2: Teaching teaches compassion teaches empathy teaches good citizenship. i.e. the point of
Yes a necessity with global learning! https://t.co/cR0U3YXnez
A2: With the multitude of (global) connections our students can & will make, empathy & kindness will be very important!
A2: Kindness is a great step towards tolerance, empathy, understanding, and even vulnerability (which can do so much for learning).
A2: Teaching kindness will also reduce bullying.
A2 As you build empathy you begin to understand the human condition at a deeper level, what is needed to succeed and live more fully
A1 The golden rule - treat others the way you'd want to be treated. Kindness is important for Ss at school and in real life.
A2: We have awesome responsibility and privilege to influence impressionable minds and flexible characters.
Definitely! https://t.co/l9nW2QUgjs
A2: We have awesome responsibility and privilege to influence impressionable minds and flexible characters.
, A teacher is a role model. If we treat Ss with kindness, they will respond and will treat others with kindness.
A2: Kindness brings joy, is contagious, builds community, develops an understanding of our own actions https://t.co/lISv64yAxz
**QUESTION 2***: Why should we teach kindness? Why is it important?
So powerful! https://t.co/9Js3hlIjEM
A2: Kindness brings joy, is contagious, builds community, develops an understanding of our own actions https://t.co/lISv64yAxz
**QUESTION 2***: Why should we teach kindness? Why is it important?
A2: Kindness is a human need, a world need, it should be modeled and practiced in all we do. We should teach the head and heart!
A2 Kindness should always be modeled.
A2: If we don't, who will? Don't want to imagine a world 20 yrs from now where no one knows how to be kind
Amen! I love the way you have expressed it so eloquently. https://t.co/krwXUQpWiz
A2: Kindness is a human need, a world need, it should be modeled and practiced in all we do. We should teach the head and heart!
So true. Others will learn more from what we do than what we say. https://t.co/favgb6viyy
A2: Kindness is a human need, a world need, it should be modeled and practiced in all we do. We should teach the head and heart!
Students won't remember everything you told them, but they'll always remember the way you made them feel.
Great point, Eric! https://t.co/cmCjjr5jup
A2: If we don't, who will? Don't want to imagine a world 20 yrs from now where no one knows how to be kind
A2: I've found teaching kindness is easier than teaching unselfishness. We all want a o receive it so...
Gotta jump out, . Thanks for a great topic ! Have a great rest of the week everyone!
Gotta jump out, . Thanks for a great topic ! Have a great rest of the week everyone!
**QUESTION 3**: What are some actual strategies for promoting kindness? Thoughts?
NEW TEACHERS! "Your worth as a teacher is not bound up with the success or failure of one student"
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No worries. So great to have you join us!
A2: Kindness is a way for us to make us aware of our own prejudices and projections so we can respect the differences in all of us
Big one, but umm...Is it the school's responsibility to teach kindness?
Hi there! Great to have you with us!
Ts must model kindness above everything else. We can walk in peace and light the way.
It can be taught through Character Education.
“They will imitate us... Let us treat them with all the kindness which we would wish to help develop in them.” Maria Montessori
Kindness begets kindness.
Thanks for a great first Twitter chat experience! I will visit again soon! Good night and KIND dreams!
Thanks for sharing this, Paul!
A3. Modeling, commenting on acts of kindness. Not praise so much, as kindness should come from internal motivation.
Students need to see adults model kindness towards Ss and other adults.
A3: The most powerful way is through modeling. Say kind things, behave kindly; poster with reminders & vocab help
Teaching is about building relationships! https://t.co/I22fuKiQ2U
Students won't remember everything you told them, but they'll always remember the way you made them feel.
I feel in a way, teachers should develop assessments to help students develop certain forms of empathy and perspective!
Pick up Mindset for Learning.
A3: Live it. Every interaction with every person every day. As professionals we have no excuse not to. Our actions speak loudly!
A3: teaching abt cyberbullying & empathy: what do u want people to do 4 YOU? what do you wish some1 would say? do that 4them
A3: I also make it cool with our "Doing Good" App building project.
Whole child education can help give us "weight" and credibility in the eyes of our students.
Holidays? Time to show kindness toward support staff, bus drivers, and others with cards, kind words or gestures.
I really believe it is. Our kids are with us for SO many hours everyday. How could we not make time for this?
A3 "Catch 'em being kind!" Students get a star each time they are caught in the act.
Kindness is looking someone in the eyes, and saying, "I get it, life can be hard, and I am here to help make it a little easier."
A3: be positive positive POSITIVE around kids; don't let them talk about other kids or teachers; reframe the convo into positive
A3: https://t.co/JstfUCxJts Take advantage of the hard work others have done and use their creations. Pay it forward.
If we are responsible for stopping bullying & harassment, we must teach a better way. https://t.co/oqLCYGzrHU
Big one, but umm...Is it the school's responsibility to teach kindness?
Well said! https://t.co/Jn1xBsemta
A3: The most powerful way is through modeling. Say kind things, behave kindly; poster with reminders & vocab help
A3 By consistent modelling, getting to know each Ss and building relationships - Ss always respond well to kindness
Get to know them. They understand better what means when we show that WHY they behave matters more than how
A3: It can be taught by modeling random acts of kindness. Ex. allowing another person to go first, saying GM to everyone, etc.
A3: I think a first step is in sharing our stories. We all have meaningful experiences to share. Kindness can start in that space.
A3: Practice, practice, practice. Develop a habit of noticing kind acts, modeling, and giving affirmations. https://t.co/05ZGC49Rfi
**QUESTION 3**: What are some actual strategies for promoting kindness? Thoughts?
A3: The Tribes model is a good place to start as well.
Yes...simple actions that reflect the power of being kind. https://t.co/ikPbcybzAD
A3: It can be taught by modeling random acts of kindness. Ex. allowing another person to go first, saying GM to everyone, etc.
agree, but needs to be more intentionally taught. Put it in the standards! :)
We must model the behavior we wish to see.
Q# Writing thank you notes or emails to teachers or other students is a powerful way to make the diff in someone's day.
Our choices for read aloud promote kindness and empathy.
oooh, even assess it, huh? That gets interesting. Good though. "How kind are you, Johnny?"
Nooooo, not the standards, then there will be standardization of kindness and tests, lol.
A3 Build in kindness through collaborative work - how to talk to each other, respond, help, share, teach each other-then reflection!
Action, action,actions! https://t.co/6UpadBRHZ6
Q# Writing thank you notes or emails to teachers or other students is a powerful way to make the diff in someone's day.
I feel like kindness is a lost trait.
And appreciation! Research show the acts of kindness & thankfulness create happiness ! https://t.co/COKMONMjc3
Holidays? Time to show kindness toward support staff, bus drivers, and others with cards, kind words or gestures.
yeah it's really necessary for the whole-child growth - true college and career readiness
Ohhhh...say more. What do you mean exactly?
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I always say hi to kids by name in hall, give fist bumps & hugs, greet them at the door to the classroom. it matters!
yeah, but photosynthesis! :)
Partner and small group work is also key. Ss need MANY opportunities to practice kindness.
kids are always watching & picking up on things, even when we don't realize (side convos with other teachers, etc)
can you have a standard and not "test" it though? There are other ways to assess
Yes. I agree...very important! https://t.co/5ExGHlZk0J
Partner and small group work is also key. Ss need MANY opportunities to practice kindness.
The most heartbreaking part...sometimes I feel our adults can learn much about kindness from our children.
lol, I know, but you would need your administrator on board.
**Q4**: Is there a way to incorporate kindness as part of our classroom culture through rituals or routines?
haha! By assessment I mean purposefully designing assignments where empathy is required for an enduring understanding
Q3: Also, examining the outcomes of situations where people aren't kind, is key. Show kids why kindness it is vital to the world!
PBL around community can foster kindness. My Ks did a service project for a local animal shelter.
A2: many students don't see kindness modeled in their homes, by their siblings, or even their peers. They must see it to believe
. Incorporate texts that reiterate the point: WONDER ; "Thank You, M'am" Langston Hugges; CINDERELLA (2015)
The compound effect of kindness is astronomical if we model this daily until it becomes a habit!
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Q4: On a non-academic level, how about starting the day with something positive like a compliment? https://t.co/lCgeulahJF
A4: Taking time to share acts of kindness in the classroom as a part of your weekly ritual. Build community! https://t.co/x4RtsFXS0c
**Q4**: Is there a way to incorporate kindness as part of our classroom culture through rituals or routines?
A4: greet kids by name when they enter; always say hi/good morning in hall, pick up trash when u see it, offer to help kids carry
Kindness is Beautiful. Analyze situations. Push beyond the hurt (from unkindness)....to kindness. Always. https://t.co/3HLM7cRYFN
Q3: Also, examining the outcomes of situations where people aren't kind, is key. Show kids why kindness it is vital to the world!
A4: Had a teacher "teach"kindness through Morning Message time. All students had a chance to say 1 good thing abt each other daily.
A4: using projects that rely on collaboration; kids have to learn to work together/help each other/be kind to be successful
Yes! Walking in kindness leads to walking in peace. A peaceful, kind world is what we strive for.
we did it this morning! The genuine smiles were rampant
. My only two rules: Be Responsible; Be Respectful. Sts define what those look like week 1 always comes up.
Beautiful! Do all teachers participate in putting this together? https://t.co/f5mTsW4kvQ
we like to build classroom rituals, routines, and culture for 3 weeks in September. Model kindness.
I love the idea of service learning or
A4: make your room a happy, positive, loving space! I have a big welcome sign and a "happy wall" https://t.co/Q1cBq7rTRF
Yes. I also have Ss give positive comments to each other during /after collaborative work https://t.co/xNrqC7xePE
A4: Had a teacher "teach"kindness through Morning Message time. All students had a chance to say 1 good thing abt each other daily.
Love that! https://t.co/23jtjVhLOz
A4: using projects that rely on collaboration; kids have to learn to work together/help each other/be kind to be successful
I love the idea of service learning projects to foster and promote kindness in the classroom!
A4: It can become a routine in and out of the classroom. We all have expectations & Ss learn what you want them to do. Model it 1st.
Oh how wonderful! So great to hear that you do this as well!
. Incorporate texts that reiterate the point: WONDER ; "Thank You, M'am" Langston Hughes; CINDERELLA (2015)
A4: Colleague of mine has students complete a "Friday Self-Reflection" routine. One could center a weekly question around kindness.
You all have been amazing! One last quick question coming up!
though I am a little squeamish about using the word "standard" in relation to kindness. It should become innate.
They must see us walk the kindness-walk, day in & day out. They must feel it, experience uncond. caring. https://t.co/0aKOZCIDYt
A2: many students don't see kindness modeled in their homes, by their siblings, or even their peers. They must see it to believe
**Q5**: Can we use technology to promote kindness? Please share a tool or app!
I've participated in a "good deeds" scavenger hunt. Great way to promote kindness.
standards are only a way to set a baseline and so that everyone teaches it - if it's innate why teach it?
Agreed. Project-based, Challenge-based 'team' activities that give kids purpose and social roles/acceptance. https://t.co/n64i7mzjtY
A4: using projects that rely on collaboration; kids have to learn to work together/help each other/be kind to be successful
Q5: I use my app to promote kindness. Send positive notes, images and voice clips. :)
