#TLAP Archive
#TLAP is a weekly chat for educators who embrace author, keynote speaker, and moderator David Burgess' approach of teaching like a pirate. Burgess is author of Teach Like A PIRATE: Increase Student Engagement, Boost Your Creativity, and Transform Your Life as an Educator and co-author of P is for PIRATE: Inspirational ABC’s for Educators.
Monday October 17, 2016
Welcome friends! Our chat is inspired by World Food Day & World of GIFs! Pls Intro self, grade/sub & your fav… https://t.co/XiOX6BYOmv
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We would love to have you! Welcome!
I can't join, but just going to say a huge hello from Australia to
Evening Meredith joining from Florida.
Rich, joining from PA/NJ! Glad to be with the crew tonight!
So happy to have yo join us!! Welcome, Samantha!!
Hello I'm Emily Streich and I'm currently a junior at SMSU in Marshall, MN majoring in Special Education
Hello Friend :) Glad to see you here!
Samantha is the newest pirate from Livonia!!
Can't wait for the re-GIF-ting. (Been waiting an hour to drop that)
Joining from Houston, Texas
LOVE seeing more and more students joining chats. Thanks for being here! https://t.co/W1S4IfHLWM
Hello I'm Emily Streich and I'm currently a junior at SMSU in Marshall, MN majoring in Special Education
Hi, Emily!! Seeing you on Saturday, right????
Hey Ryan Welcome! Hope all is well :)
Wendy pirate prof from MN where the pirate will be speaking on Saturday. Can we say fired up?? 😜 https://t.co/jaihKjKXu8
Hi Meredith Welcome! Glad to have you here!
Hey Gang! Matt from ATL, 8th grade US History & Govt ...Huzzah!
tired and trying to fix some dental insurance problems with the family. Driving me insane.
Hey friends! Have to miss out tonight...watching my Indians in the playoffs! Have a great chat!!
Hello friends! Spiri from PA, G&T, honored to host tonight! Thank you xo...I love Mexican food,… https://t.co/eYOIxjjhDW
Yes!! SO agree with you!! Awesome to see edu students get connected!!
Hi Friend Thanks for joining in :)
Hi, I'm Mariah Schacherer and I am a Elementary and Early Education Major at SMSU. My favorite food would have to be strawberries!
Sean from Orland Pk IL - Dir of Instructional Tech. Trying to create Pirates one teacher at a time.
Welcome Jonathan! So glad to see you here!
Welcome friends! Our chat is inspired by World Food Day & World of GIFs! Pls Intro self, grade/sub & your fav… https://t.co/8mRn3Vxlh9
Just think of the lifelong learning experiences they will have on Twitter during their teaching careers!
Looking forward to a great chat tonight!!
good evening, - michael from columbus oh - favorite food? that's like picking my favorite child!
good evening, - michael from columbus oh - favorite food? that's like picking my favorite child!
Glad to be here, especially with you hosting!
Pleasure to have you Jay!
Hey...great to see you at , my friend! AND...Austin airport while I downed some Salt Lick BBQ
Thanks Spiri! Been a few weeks since I've been in chat, checkin in on things :)
Ronald Fisher from northern Utah. Favorite food, European Chocolate,
Hello Welcome Wendy! So glad you could join us!
School is back in session from fall break so I'm back!
Hi chat. Julie here, VP & CoFounder Consulting Co based in Brandon (Tampa area), FL.
Hello! I am a junior at GCC majoring in PreK-4 and PreK-8 Special Ed. I am currently reading in my tech of instruction class
"Be proactive in your vision for your classroom and life."
I was debating between shirt and shirt. Glad I went with - would've been awkward
Hello! Heidi First Grade teacher MN. Joining for the first time tonight! Looking forward to it.
Mary Buchanan from Grove City College. So excited to have speaking to my technologies class.
ME TOOO!!!!! Love fish tacos!
Hello my friend. You have the best gifs. Looking forward to tonight https://t.co/qaEgzRAsYR
Pleasure to have you Jay!
Hi Michael Welcome! Glad to see you here!
Probably gonna lurk tonight while I ready some materials for the upcoming week!
Too many great chats tonight all at the same time, don't know where to begin , ,
so glad to make it tonight!
Thanks for being here, Tara!!
Q1 Jerry and Elaine found the Soup Nazi's recipes...
What are your key ingredients for a great lesson? https://t.co/KB48KVDItS
First time!! Thank you!! Welcome to , Heidi!!
Welcome! Glad to have you!
I haven't met a donut I didnt like!
Welcome Emily!!! So happy you are here!!! 😊👍🏼 https://t.co/BPyNzGZ4JF
Hello I'm Emily Streich and I'm currently a junior at SMSU in Marshall, MN majoring in Special Education
Welcome Emily!!! So happy you are here!!! 😊👍🏼 https://t.co/BPyNzGZ4JF
Hello I'm Emily Streich and I'm currently a junior at SMSU in Marshall, MN majoring in Special Education
My name is Therese Roiger from MN! My favorite food is.....well anything really! :)
Hey Tim! So glad you're here! Welcome!
Aldo, Principal. Eating pizza and watching Monday night football
A1: A little bit of teaser hook, some sprinkle some innovation and get them with an attention graber. https://t.co/SO07ZAk1vu
a1: music - drama - intrigue... a murder and some orcs. all coming tomorrow in math
OOoOOOh! Must try this! Looks delish!
Wayne Wyoming pk-5 principal. Just a bit tardy tonight.
A1: 2 cups engagement, 1 cup wonder, 1 cup relevance, and covered in purpose!
A1 A great "hook" to get students excited about the lesson.
Wahoo...welcome Mariah!!!! https://t.co/bz0FBACLpj
Hi, I'm Mariah Schacherer and I am a Elementary and Early Education Major at SMSU. My favorite food would have to be strawberries!
Good evening! Patreece, HS Literacy Interventionist, WI
A1 Trust, respect, engagement, authenticity, freedom, collaboration with some growth mindset, student choice & laughter
Speaking of the soup nazi, daughter had a pretty rough sub today, Ss don't exist to be controlled
A1:clear outcomes/purpose, multiple pathways to demo learning,tap S interest/strengths,tech opportunities, movement & lots of S convo.
A1 A great lesson combines: fun, challenges, curiosity, learning, collaboration & a bit of wonder! https://t.co/wvi7OhHgJF
A1: Excitement, passion, enthusiasm, and of course knowing your content are all key ingredients to a great lesson!
a1 Tell a story. Don't study force and motion, study rocket ships. Better: design a new rocket ship.
A1 I start every lesson, every class, with an attention getter. I often have a song playing on Spotify or a video playing
A1 Student centered time, Flexibility, CLR strategies and a basic understanding of each other and most of all FUN!!!
Hey Beth! I love food too! Especially Oreos and a talk glass of milk!
A1 My best lessons are filled with passion & deep meaning. Spirits are awakened, eyes are opened, & hearts break just a bit. Adventure
A1 One of my fav episodes. Fun + a-ha moments, + reflections, are my ingredients!
A1: Add some mystery, curiosity, fun, laughter, enthusiasm, and lots of inspiration...then pre-heat the grill! https://t.co/6Carf7aUWH
A1 Music to start, fun activ, give Ss opps to interact, collab more, explain goals for class, keep moving!
Jumping into late. I'm Ku, Learning Coach, Argentina
A1 A lesson should include a balance between inquiry, discovery & discussion add a little makersp… https://t.co/K9LRrvLYfz
Hi Patreece! Welcome! Nice to have you here!
A1: An interesting hook to get them excited, enriching activities to keep them engaged, and thought provoking questions
a1) foundation of great T, touch of passion, pinch of relevance and top it off with excited kids.
Hey ! I'm Karie, NC - joining in for the first time!
Sounds good, Aron...let's throw that in for sure...maybe 2 parts.
A1: A great hook, a clear learning target, real world application, and a fun lesson that Ss can take ownership of!
A1: incorporate movement and build anticipation!
A1: I do, We do,You do w/youg Ss this is key. Also opp for them to take control and leadership over learning, start early succeed l8r
Got have the FUN! https://t.co/MHUOReOk7J
A1 Student centered time, Flexibility, CLR strategies and a basic understanding of each other and most of all FUN!!!
My students rock. Thanks for joining in Therese!! https://t.co/j45hnwhB66
My name is Therese Roiger from MN! My favorite food is.....well anything really! :)
A1: Student-centered, fun, excitement, intrigue, high-level thinking, with a twist!
A1: I think teacher modeling and student modeling are impt to a great lesson! Show what you expect and let them show you they know!
Hi Karie! Welcome aboard! Glad to have you here!
They also know what works well together. Don't just throw 'good' things on a plate. Plan for smooth classflow
Long time, no tweet friends! Lurking and participating as the tiny human allows.
Loving the SHAZAM! YESSSS
A1 Give the lesson over to the Ss. Plan to be flexible and allow the Ss to take ownership of it PLUS offer engagement activities
ooo reflection is super impt!! Love that you mentioned that, I totally agree!
A1: Clear goals, structured outline, choice, layered product (multiple ways to demonstrate understanding), group time, modeling/confer
A1: I love giving students the opportunities to get their hands on the learning. By Safety first https://t.co/6DZiu2pfm2
A1 I know this is storybook answer, but I am trying to focus less on content and more on Ss.
A1 1) Collaboration 2) Connecting to as many senses as possible, 3) Movement 4) Suspense/curiosity 5) Inspiring & applicable
Love that you added a twist!! And "intrigue"...YES!!
So true and extremely important!
I love to add enthusiasm too! It's one of my favorite ingredients as well!
"Stories stick; facts fade." https://t.co/f72nUHkXXB
a1 Tell a story. Don't study force and motion, study rocket ships. Better: design a new rocket ship.
Welcome to , Karie!! Thanks for joining us!
A1: It's all about the pirate magic. A good plan, a great hook, some surprises along the way and then engaged Ss
A1: I think it's also impt to make it relatable!!
A1 Base=discrepant event, boil to a simmer with curiosity & serve with a side of Ah ha! Moment! https://t.co/GZC3Qn0aGJ
LOVE the Play-doh...and especially like making our own!
thanks for the warm welcome!! Happy to be joining!!
Ahoy - why not tune in Thursday evening for a fun & educational time with me & - check out what we'… https://t.co/yRexaMmaxL
Hi friends... jumping in a bit tardy from SC. It was Mexican night at our abode tonight 🌮🌯🎉
A1: Passion & enthusiasm. If you are convinced it's awesome, Ss are more likely to believe it too. And fun.
Q2 The Portokalos Family embraced American Ian Miller...
How do you embrace diversity in your units of study? … https://t.co/jb7g4ia2hZ
I loved doing this when I was in elementary school.
Suspence/Curiosity....YESSSS! Love to see them squirm for more!
Yes so true. Some of the best meals come from ingenuity & creative combinations just like authentic active lessons.
I tell my Ss this all the time when we are public speaking in class. https://t.co/PqxDdz9mUO
A1: Passion & enthusiasm. If you are convinced it's awesome, Ss are more likely to believe it too. And fun.
A2: As a US history T, I do my best to include a significant amount of discussion & time on N. American history in class
A1: Yes. This!
If kids can't connect to why they need to know the content, what good is it? https://t.co/rn6In5dPDy
A1: A good classroom will have opportunities to think, talk, find meaning while having fun!
Where does everyone fine these awesome pictures and gifs? I want to use them too!
A2 Read books from different cultures. Incorporate their cultures into some of the lessons you are teaching.
A2: Take the time to study different cultures and allow students to share their thoughts along the way
So true if the Ingredients list lacks meaningful & relevant that soufflé will definitely sink
Thinking time!! Under appreciated but so important. Good recipe.
A2: I think bringing in diverse perspectives is great! Allowing them to learn and meet different cultures,
A2: Fortunate to have a very diverse S population with 13 countries represented. We just created a Welcome banner in 20 languages!
A2: consider the material/how Ss may see it differently.Create opportunities to allow Ss to dialogue & share. https://t.co/BEX1b5Qeu1
Absolutely! The art of persuasion!
A2: Embrace the differences in your students and find ways to incorporate the diverse needs, cultures, and personalities into lessons!
A2 Diversity is celebrated by the universality of the collective human experience. We're all one = the main theme of every great book
Joining a chat right now Teach Like A Pirate - Arrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
A2 Get families involved. Ask questions of the students and have them share their views ALWAYS. Again, I'll say CLR
A2: You have to be open to student input. Allow for flexibility as long as it works in achieving the end goal. Love these GIFs! lol!
I'm looking forward to meeting that rock star pirate next week!! See you soon, Tiffany!
A2 Share stories, have a multicultural night to celebrate diversity, make connections to diverse cultures & ideas
A2: I try to find and use bilingual text for story time every now and then. My ELLs love it and it's a guaranteed smile
A2 Studying means studying diverse perspectives & cultures-I love integrating collabs in class! https://t.co/ym3HBM8ccr
I love the idea of involving families!
A2: Allowing Ss to demonstrate mastery of objectives in a format of choosing allows their strengths to shine https://t.co/fBXaQcIC66
YES! So important to recognize Ss cultures, help them to feel accepted, acknowledged, and valued!
A1) Humor and excitement with a touch of mystery
When is around...the GIF's will be flowing in high volume!
I love bilingual text. Not only does it help ELLs it also helps other students start to learn a second language.
A2.2: Couple years ago we had a Filipino exchange student at our HS. It was awesome! https://t.co/zNr1mXlRMa
A2: I think bringing in diverse perspectives is great! Allowing them to learn and meet different cultures,
A2: Allow students to share information about their family and culture.
A2: An inclusive lesson enables children to look at ideas from different angles!
A1: clear expectations, lots of movement, and a chance to work with friends makes for a great lesson and happy class.
A2 Allow collaboration & opportunities for class discussions celebrating science around the world. Ask questions.
A2.1: ask our Ss what they'd like to talk/learn about and how they can lead that learning. Sharing creates empathy.
Remember having an Around the World day, Ss, Ps, Ts, all presented & brought in food, learned customs and dances, so much fun
A2: A talking classroom makes inclusion easy!
A2:Read books, study different cultures, look at the diversity in your Ss, incorporate technology & skype with international classroom
A2 Teaching Span we have a lot of opps, Ss choose areas to study now for , have conversations
A2: Share with them the beauty of diversity. How it's all around us bringing us new perspectives https://t.co/OavG43eqiI
When 'Alligators' won Quizlet Live Friday, I pointed at the screen & yelled "That's the 1 that took Chubbs hand"
A2: Allow Ss to discuss content w/ others and share their thoughts. Offering different types of real world problems.
I am amazed by how many have seen it over the year. It is a classic though now, for sure.
- Sorry I'm late! Jacqueline in the Credential Program Learning to be a pirate :)
Great answer, Samantha! Makes it so much more relevant. https://t.co/Ycx3OPENBl
A2: Allow students to share information about their family and culture.
A2: 145 languages are spoken in Houston. That puts us 3rd behind New York (192) and Los Angeles (185). 25% residents not born in U.S.A
Their movie knowledge is sad.
A2 Create an environment that encourages others, embraces differences and accepts everyone for who they are
No late pass required...we are glad you are here!!
Too funny! https://t.co/7oPlqXjAhA
When 'Alligators' won Quizlet Live Friday, I pointed at the screen & yelled "That's the 1 that took Chubbs hand"
Q3 Joey always said "Joey doesn't share food"...
What teacher tool do you enjoy sharing with your colleagues? … https://t.co/F11lHF12kr
Correct. My Anchorman references usually get picked up quickly https://t.co/fQjnaL9Lgt
I am amazed by how many have seen it over the year. It is a classic though now, for sure.
A2: Bring world wide current events into lessons. For NHD one of my Ss is telling how his family took a stand escaping Iraq via Turkey
I don't know if it is sad or if FBDO came out before many of their parents were born...
A2: Enabiling children to find connections on their own and share it with their classmates make a lesson inclusive
A1: great lessons involve the Ss... and ideas
YES! Should be a more personalized approach, deeper connections
Dr. Seuss gives us so many great lessons - Butter Battle Book for Cold War if phenomenal discussion starter
A2 Seek the unique & diverse personalities of every student. Discuss diversity is what makes us a community a tribe a family
A3 The use of Technology within my classroom, Always willing to share, few ready to listen, but I share tidbits, they benefit
I just watched this episode here in Argentina!
A3 My miscalculations. I enjoy sharing what didn't go right so they do not make the same mistake.
A3: I love sharing with the unititiated. It's a beautiful thing. Give every Student a voice https://t.co/ztln4oXl7x
Joined but didn't introduce myself. Jeff Sillman - 5th grade teacher - been a pirate for many years, just didn't know it
Let me know when you dive in!! I can't wait to hear what you think!!
and << one for student release, the other for a reminder to Ts that students are people too!
A3: Love sharing with other Ts. Great site & now app for graphic design. Easy to use but looks high quality.
a3) Anything they are willing to ask about and use. Together we are better! Energy tops the list!
A3 My goal is to share with my colleagues that we all (parents too!) must value & attend to the whole child, not just academics.
A2: It's really about getting to know each S and then making sure to respect and share the cultures including customs and food
Jumping in here and there tonight!! Sylwia here. Third grade teacher from NJ 😊
A3: Been out of the classroom for a while, but I love sharing great books with teachers like &
Well said Absolutely! https://t.co/JA7ivclB5I
A2 Seek the unique & diverse personalities of every student. Discuss diversity is what makes us a community a tribe a family
A3 Tech tools. I found a new online tech tool called Plickers.
A3: as a 1:1 instructional coach, I enjoy showing teachers tech that makes their life easier (gathering data, feedback, engaging, etc)
Hey!! Great to see you in tonight, Sylwia!!
I ❤️ sharing! I ❤️ to blog my lessons! I ❤️ for sharing my curriculum or lessons-my dept shares it all! No Joey's in the house!
A3) I love google because with a click, my colleagues & I can share anything and everything with each other! We are better together💪🏻
A3: I think the best teacher tool to share with collegues is your thinking cap, after all the best ideas come from collaboration!
I like to share my makerspace to give opportunities for other Ts to incorporate a version in their rooms.
A3: right now im learning all about the teacher tools
A3) is chocolate considered a tool? 😁🍫
Really?! That's Awesome! One of my favorites!
A2) Integrating students' own culture and heritage into lessons and projects
A3 I enjoy talking about benefits of Twitter and grps for PD & also uses of for Ss learning
Very true. I love learning from other teachers or future teachers.
A3: So many tools I love to share: - if my Ss love it, I share it!
A3.2 - I just stumbled upon the bitmoji gmail extension for chrome. Pretty neat.
Hi Dave! It's been a while! Definitely missed my weekly dose of !
A3: i've been lucky that so many are willing to share ideas and new tech resources
A3 OMG, everything! Love to share. If Tweetmates, Ss, or Ts never shared with me, I would have never grown as an educator.
A3 and << one for student release, the other for a reminder to Ts that students are people too!
A3 and << one for student release, the other for a reminder to Ts that students are people too!
A3) I enjoy sharing anything & everything that helps teachers and enhanced student learning. Kids FIRST!!!
as a principal now my teacher friends expect me to have the bowl full in my office. They would argue-YES!
google drive is super helpful and awesome!!
We also need to remember that as we are in front of the class, Ss need to hear our passions, https://t.co/EApFXhei6A
A3: I think the best teacher tool to share with collegues is your thinking cap, after all the best ideas come from collaboration!
A3: As a student, teachers have shared with me how to best approach students with limited attention spans
Our ENL families have a HUGE picnic every June and do the same-such an amazing event and celebration of our diversity!😊
YES! We all have that one person who has a stash of chocolate in her room!!! VIP person in my book! https://t.co/qPhvcEzfYg
A3: Books & data collection forms
Great choices Recap is great, Ss love it and formative, also we use often
A3: Love to share ways to incorporate tech with instructional strategies. PD for OCT. I am offering how to integrate Marzano and Tech
Any thing in my room. I love to share ideas & learn from others. We are stronger together.… https://t.co/m7GTagiiF0
I don't know how any school is successful with tech integration if they don't have It's the lifeline
a3: love sharing new ideas and teaching practices. so many thoughts from and
A3: When Ts collaborate and work together, the strengths of each one are combined to make a better educational experience for the S.
A2 Allow Ss to share their story, their truth, their culture. Embrace it to better understand others' perspectives. Promote empathy.
anything that makes life easier is a tool right? So yes, chocolate works 😊 nice to see you here, Wayne!
A3: One of my favorites I learned from , It's appear.in and I use it often. I also learned adobespark from
A3: Also a HUGE fan of showing off Google and Office Forms! Ts love the immediate feedback and the self-grading.
I've found with my Ss get creative without being told to! https://t.co/ZvpYyuydBe
Great choices Recap is great, Ss love it and formative, also we use often
Some of my Ss really love using Storyboard That and sharing it at conf and Ss showcases
it isn't just the lifeline, it is the life saver, the lifeline and the anchor holding it all together
A3: I hope that sharing TIME with colleagues is considered a 'tool'...as important to me as all of the resources I access.
This is exactly where we need to be. If Ts only know the tools, the whole 1:1 stalls and fails. Strategies are key
that Rich guy is a pretty cool dude :)
A3: Love to make memes as well as real posters using postermywall and also learned presentation tool of mysimpleshow this fall
A3) Twitter is such a great tool to collaborate and learn from other great professionals. Sharing with my team is easy
A3) a compliment is a tool in my book! I love sharing what others do and celebrate their hard work!
a4 I love doing yard work, and in prayer (monk, right?), so disconnecting is essential.. but I'm not the best at balance.
Best. Tool. EVAH. Nothing better than sitting down and sharing goods! https://t.co/jC4jT54gBn
A3: I hope that sharing TIME with colleagues is considered a 'tool'...as important to me as all of the resources I access.
A4: I set a timer, our instructional day is 7-2, so I work diligently for an hour or two and then walk away. Family time is impt!
Sunny from Texas, Blended Learning and Science Instructional Coach jumping in late
A3 I❤️ sharing anything. ❤️when they take it & make it their own for Ss & staff. No limits here. True? 😉
q4) Always trying to figure out balance. Can't wait to get my learn on.
agreed, I listen during lunch, to & frm work, while walking. A lot more listening, nd to be more active in talking
A3.3 - Starting using memes for Vocab terms. I've been rolling a lot reading them. Which hook is that?
A4: It's really all one thing. When you try to separate them, it can be too hard. It's about balance and making each side work for u
you will ADORE it! It's so powerful!
A4: Always remember that every student is somebody's child...somebody's world. Leave the stress, Take the joy!
a4: go sign up for running events - then you have to schedule you time to run :)
A4: Leave the stress (for a while), take the exercise and PLN time.
I startd using 2 yrs ago w/ Ss for scav hunt also on day & to check in whn away
Time is my favorite tool that my mentors share with me!! https://t.co/orTDXgDUN6
A3: I hope that sharing TIME with colleagues is considered a 'tool'...as important to me as all of the resources I access.
a4: go UNPLUG. hike on a nature trail, sit in a park. play a boardgame.
A4: I've shared this many times before but it is perfect for this question. "The Danger of Never Being Done" https://t.co/YwOaQI6sNF
A4) definitely working on it. Currently grading math tests while watching Dancing with the Stars with my mom and a friend!
A4 Leave the drama, take the cannoli...you ALWAYS take the cannoli
Q4: Leave grading/school work to be completed in your classroom, take the little victories and funny stories home
A4: Take the successes of the day with you but leave the extra work and stress behind and focus on family
A4: Leave the stress take even the small success and celebrate!
Leave the stress. Take the Joy! Love this Kiss your brain! https://t.co/Kn9h71yXdt
A4: Always remember that every student is somebody's child...somebody's world. Leave the stress, Take the joy!
A4 Keep the big-big and the small-small. Don't let the small stuff over take you with stress and lose track of the Ss & personal life
A4 leave the *stress* take the *aha moments* balance is tough, but needed. Make sure thre is always quality time for fam and friends
A4: Take the important, leave the unimportant. I pour energy into 2-3 high leverage priorities. Sometimes I j… https://t.co/mnhpG6mcCD
Q4. Clemenza says "Leave the gun, take the cannoli"...
How do you manage your work/life balance? "Leave the ___, ta… https://t.co/VA5VyexPrE
A3 I love sharing my qr read aloud codes, and authentic quick writes that go well. https://t.co/x0gv8QIY34
Q3 Joey always said "Joey doesn't share food"...
What teacher tool do you enjoy sharing with your colleagues? … https://t.co/F11lHF12kr
A4) Leave my laptop and take an extra long walk or run on a gorgeous fall day! Need down time, me time!
Yes, but when Ss take notes on iPad during lecture it's a bad combo. Tech & Pedagogy need to work together
A4: you just do it! Leave the negative at work, and take home the positive!
A4: Leave the stress, take the gains!
A4) leave the worksheets, take the smiles.
A4 The two blend a lot with all my science competitions on the weekends but family time-games, mo… https://t.co/tilLHx5M7t
A4: Leave the stress and take the challenges! Find the in between and balance between home and school!
A4: Love to be able to take a long run and just sweat it out. I always feel better when I return.
A4 Leave the stress, take the miles of the day.
A4 I find ways to get away, after school I find the outdoors world and take a picture a day https://t.co/QMiYAJ56Jj
A4 I prioritize students & learning in school & always make sure I save time for fun & relaxation for myself! https://t.co/EOlX0Dr0lg
A4: Leave the paper stack. Take the coffee mug.
A4) Leave the small stuff, take the smiles
Word! https://t.co/lA6qKgjXfv
A3 I❤️ sharing anything. ❤️when they take it & make it their own for Ss & staff. No limits here. True? 😉
A4 It ain't easy when you care so much, try so hard, & put so much of yourself into your teaching. Give to yourself too & enjoy life!
If Ts know strategies like summarizing 4 ex. work, how can we integrate tech? Thats what I want to intro to Ts
A4: don't be afraid to "walk away" to revamp and recharge... a long walk, read a book, or do something crafty
A4: Leave the lecture, take the PBL.
4) Leave the FEAR. Take the RISK. Go big and make the change your kids deserve.
My team was just talking about stress & balance and discussed this post https://t.co/ObFXiTa8E6 Same goes for Teacher/Dad as well
A4: Leave the planner, Take the book! Love picking up a good book after a school day!
SO loving the podcasts that tags me in! Yes Sir!
A4: learning to be responsible to what I need to be responsible to. Family > work
Time efficiency at work is key to work/home balance. Don't waste time you could use away from school
I do leave as much at work as I can, I multi-task to grade & plan & collaborate at work. Important to find a balance
Recharge is so important! Take care of YOU first then take care of business!
what a great attitude to have as you get started. https://t.co/yEvpVDZTa7
Q4: Leave grading/school work to be completed in your classroom, take the little victories and funny stories home
A4 Leave the politics, take the learning.
A4: Leave the safe zone, don't be afraid to FAIL!
Right. They understand how to make Kahoot games, but don't utilize data to full benefit.
OOOOOhhhh! Whatcha reading?
I'm transitioning more from note taking to sketching
Best lesson to teach: how to fail well and move on.
A5: My weaknesses...if I can add magic into a lesson...or even a little origami...it's going in!!
A4: got to get better at this! Feel like I am going way too hard at this right now. #
goes back to the dreaded substitution...using tech for a bigger purpose, not just uploading a worksheet
data driven decision making! Exactly. Meet the students needs
A5: Whenever possible I like to put movement in a lesson. Get up and move around. Get out of the classroom and go. Exercise is good
Missing my crew tonight but a much needed workout & early to bed night are taking priority. You win some, you lose some.
Sketching is really powerful way for Ss to summarize their notes or to review. Good way to make transition
A4) leave the old, take the new. Great quote I heard today: "If you don't innovate, you will evaporate."
You are definitely not alone! It is a serious issue in education.
A5 Movement, references to movies or videos, and music.
a5: cheesy music. I've played some pretty crazy 80s and of course spice girls
a5) many of us understand the Rachel weakness. As for my serious answer=MUSIC! https://t.co/h52KsM09T3
Q5 Will Colbert's (Brad Pitt) weaknesses were complex carbs and Rachel...
What guilty pleasures do you incorporate… https://t.co/RRGm5fdtfx
I just love your gif usage! I'm envious of your skill!
A5: Subjects and facts that I find interesting
A5: I like to find ways to bring my guitar in from time to time for our school assemblies. Music is my guilty pleasure!
Best. Answer. Ever! https://t.co/14p6a8h4zC
A4: Always remember that every student is somebody's child...somebody's world. Leave the stress, Take the joy!
So many tools, but Ts need to understand the WHY a whole lot better! Also HOW it benefits Ss.
A5: I try to incorporate anything crafty and fun I to lessons to make them more engaging! I know I had teachers that used chocolate!
A5: If I can create & add a song, chant, rhyme, rap, etc...it will be there!
I stopped making my kids "note-take"and start doing...summarize, re-teach, draw, activity, create etc
A5: I try to add Disney references when I can... and Harry Potter
A5 My guilty pleasures come out when I revert to my PE teaching days, the kids sense the passion and bring it back to the classroom
5) if I can add a simile, it's like Christmas.I want to teach my kids to fish not give them fish.Parables and metaphors work great too
A5: An activity that gets the Ss up and moving around.
Q5 Giving time to really connect with Ss even when it doesn't fit into the curriculum. I love the authentic conversations
A5-Sports analogies and stories about my boys make daily appearances in Room 400!
A5: Are jokes that are so bad/awesome that kids' palms stay on their face until the bell a guilty pleasure?
😊 and I screenshot every time you say it, it always means so much 😊 thank you - will do! You as well!
A5 Glitter of course...but I also love incorporating art, music, movement of any kind, especially yoga https://t.co/dSpPK8z5ih
Call it "getting your hands dirty." Any time Ss can touch nature, dig the dirt, catch protists, look at snakeskin under a scope=love
A5: bad dance moves, movie quotes and references
Love this has a nice rhyme too! "If you dont innovate, you will evaporate" https://t.co/Y58XK8Ovfc
A4) leave the old, take the new. Great quote I heard today: "If you don't innovate, you will evaporate."
We did a brain break of bunny hops and I had to warn of being safe (small classroom)
I like to sneak in a little opportunity for growth by "setting them up to fail" so they find new solutions &… https://t.co/GyLUFhFZEF
Q5 Will Colbert's (Brad Pitt) weaknesses were complex carbs and Rachel...
What guilty pleasures do you incorporate… https://t.co/RRGm5fdtfx
A4 leave the tedious, take the piece of mind that students and colleagues are better served if you are fulfilled in your personal life
A5: using the connection of community into the lesson.
A5 Guilty pleasure =anytime I can add movement it's going in--Dancing, jumping, acting, signing, hopping... Also, love to add music!
A5: humor! If I'm not having fun, then the students aren't either
Oh!! Bad dance moves are awesome! Add in some bad singing and it is like you are literally watching my class!
Present over Perfect by Shauna Niequist & started today as well! Growing in different ways from both books!
A5: Jokes, Jokes, Jokes! Who doesn't love a good biology joke :) It's even better when the kids know the content so they get the joke!
A5: I make sure I spend time with the nice kids who follow directions, say Thank You, and shower. https://t.co/FsxbXxL6e8
Q5 Will Colbert's (Brad Pitt) weaknesses were complex carbs and Rachel...
What guilty pleasures do you incorporate… https://t.co/RRGm5fdtfx
i am totally with you there... i might even b caught in 1 of my many movie inspired tshirts that i wear with no regrets
it's just like teaching students. Procedure is not enough, concept is just as important, if not more
A5) when I was teaching, I always found a way to sneak in the music my students were listening to & siblinga of former students.Loved.
I really admire people who can play an instrument, great talent to have, I bet you play beautifully :)
A5: Love telling Ss about my experience at the 50 Cent or SnoopDog concert. Whether I was actually there or not...
yes this is real stuff, not just pictures of stuff
Wow!! I get to meet Gnorbert the Gnome??? A picture is required to prove it!
A5: I love integrating art (music, drama, visual art, and more) in my lessons.
i taught my waterpolo girls the butterfly 1 yr & they taught me the "superman"
A5.2: talking sports and whatever else Ss are interested in. Builds rapport and relationships! https://t.co/fXJcHxk9T0
80's MUSIC cheesy? What you talking about ? https://t.co/VE6Pc9Cv74
a5: cheesy music. I've played some pretty crazy 80s and of course spice girls
A5 I endlessly amuse myself with obscure lines of dialogue from old movies that go right over my Ss' heads. They think I'm nuts.
A5 A few discrepant events lead to discovery & creative thinking my goal is for Ss to be independent learners
& Ts: If you don't innovate you will evaporate!
A5: I sometimes tell jokes/make references that only the intellectual kids get. Then we nod at each other and… https://t.co/NSuz10BLCQ
Q5 Will Colbert's (Brad Pitt) weaknesses were complex carbs and Rachel...
What guilty pleasures do you incorporate… https://t.co/RRGm5fdtfx
Yes, you will. He's fantastic in person!
Thanks! more of a campfire strummer:)
A5 references to K-State sports
Ha! Bet that was a sight to see!
I've showed some teachers to have Ss make videos explaining and show their learning
Awe, Thank you Karie! I love that visual piece!
I could probably have a full conversation in movie quotes
A5: music, taking classes outdoors, and on occassion food...
especially when I start doing interpretive dance while lip sync'ing
You sure do!!! As for the picture Aye Aye Captain! https://t.co/ii3upoRiBO
Wow!! I get to meet Gnorbert the Gnome??? A picture is required to prove it!
She his the certified GIF Master!!!
right with ya! Tech is another one I love to try and work in if I can.
yay! I love any opportunity to making someone's day. You're always making mine, Wayne!
That makes me smile, I do that too. It my 7th graders miss most of them
Which movie? I used to know EVERY line of Jim Carey's The Cable Guy.
Thanks for sharing, Rosy!!
A6 Communicate with them - let them know what is going on, and showcase their students - give them feedback.
Mine are usually moans and groans....like "gah you are such a dork" but that's why we love you!
A6: Need to make parent involvement purposeful & interactive. Just coming to a meeting doesn't accomplish anything an email couldn't.
great thing of teaching 5th graders, I guess, if I sold it as the best ever, they thought it was the best eve… https://t.co/RuNHkPCdYL
A6: Send out newsletters and invite parents in to work/observe students or even hold a career day for students to learn from them
Good all thanks for the great chat.
6) Get the kids to invite parents in. They can refuse us. It's a lot harder to refuse those puppy dog eyes. https://t.co/6HoEPvAl6K
A6: Always looking for P volunteers in classrooms & we have a large group of Early Literacy Volunteers ELVs that read with students
A5 There's a little music interlude or more in every class period. I have a guitar nearby, a music clip, a freestyle rap, etc.
Music - we didn't start the fire- we built this city- I ain't no senators son to name a few https://t.co/chaAETNJNF
Q5 Will Colbert's (Brad Pitt) weaknesses were complex carbs and Rachel...
What guilty pleasures do you incorporate… https://t.co/RRGm5fdtfx
A6: Using Twitter, Remind 101, and biweekly newsletters!
A6: I send out a daily email blast to all my parents. Ps say it's a great conversation starter at home. https://t.co/ah7YdZYpMZ
Shower....HUGE! Taught 4th grade...BO talk highlight of the year!
A6 One of my favorite ways to involve parents is through our reflective home/school journal. https://t.co/iqitXRTgzx
I can quote MOST movies, if I have watched it at least once, my sister and i play "guess the movie" quote on long trips
I think it helps if you can get 2 Ts to collaborate while incorporating new tech or strategy
A5 There's a little music interlude or more in every class period. I have a guitar nearby, a music clip… https://t.co/82wWpIwsbZ
A5 There's a little music interlude or more in every class period. I have a guitar nearby, a music clip… https://t.co/82wWpIwsbZ
Just had a great idea for an in class GIF battle!
A6 Parents always sit in on my cyber lessons, they know from the start to be a part of our learning and contribute or ask Qs
I'm talking about my interpretive dance OF 80s music ;)
A6: I love Sunday dinner!! Don't be afraid to ask for help. Plan before the parents weekend shopping trips. Offer choice in help.
A6: Keep the contact lines open. Email, call, converse in the frozen foods aisle at Walmart, tweet, go to school events, etc.
A6: Invite parents to help out as much as possible in the classroom. Allow parents to chaperone field trips. Give them ideas for home!
A6 I always start with telling parents "we are partners," email for good stuff too, ask for help/support, proactive communication
A6 We should use tools such as and to let their parents know how class is going. Also parents to the room.
One of our History Ts has 2 bulletin boards devoted to History Memes
This brought a smile to my face :)
folks consider joining us at 7:00 PM PST tonight.
A6: Use https://t.co/7QeXxcMDwj to share weekly and send out email. Try to use video with students and lots of pictures.
Invite them to classroom & competitions like a family style meal, open dialogue & trust builds a… https://t.co/S7SrX2eYYi
Q6 In my Ps house, you never missed Sunday dinner...
How do you ensure parental involvement in your class/school?… https://t.co/doQN5fgMEC
A6: Use https://t.co/3CPpSyCLbr to share weekly and send out email. Try to use video with students and lots of pictures.
that is usually when they started calling me, "weird" and got that smile that said this guy is pretty cool bu… https://t.co/SVI2eo2pQg
especially when I start doing interpretive dance while lip sync'ing
I try to steer clear of the middle school boys who find Axe, to be a shower in a can!
A6 I love parent involvement as dinner table convo. Love when Ss tell them about how cool science is, & when Ps let me know
A6: ensuring that you are available for parents, making a point to introduce yourself whether in person or phone call
A6 Use class newsletter using to highlight class activities, awards, fun we have, etc.
A6: Have students as center stage. Who doesn't love to see their child being a super star??
A6b: Also write a weekly parent blog to keep families updated on school events & share our student accomplishments
He is going to be hard to live with until this happens 😉He is already plotting his pirate outfit👍 https://t.co/Q600kBZ6SS
Wow!! I get to meet Gnorbert the Gnome??? A picture is required to prove it!
A5) we have opportunities for mystery readers, seasonal parties, lesson observation days, Etc.
A6: communicate/communicate/communicate.Reach out early & often, invite Ps into your classroom, use tech to share!
A6: call parents with praise, not just discipline or academic issues
A6: Communication is key! Having an awesome PTO is a plus!
A6 The appetizer Twitter, FB, The class blog & are the main course, dessert is Pos postcards, emails & phone calls
LQ: FLIPPED GIF Q
Based on tonight's theme, look at this GIF and formulate a question for us! https://t.co/w5zG2R8maq
A6: weekly email updates, daily texts and I have dabbled in the art of with a notecard mailed home!
Yes!! Build it up! Get la big belt for the champion.
Kids these days don't know or appreciate the practice time we all put in mastering the original Rainbow Road.
A5) We have a private classroom twitter account so parents who can't necessarily be in the classroom, can feel like they are there!
A6 If Ss are creating for audience, Ps are going to be the first ones in. Get your Ss creating and Ps will get interested real quick
How do you make this private?
No apologies my friend :) Excited for your new book!
a6) "power of an hour" ask them to come observe for an hour after P/T conf 2 see how their child learns. Credit
A6 One of the greatest joys comes from sending positive emails and making phone calls to parents to share how amazing their child is!
A6: Elf loved Spaghetti & Maple Syrup! What did you have success with, that you weren't sure about before you tried it?
LA: how do you sweeten up your lessons?
A6: Remind app, short email notes, and website.
Great point!! https://t.co/p9MnOnygfD
A6: Have students as center stage. Who doesn't love to see their child being a super star??
LQ: what do you need to limit in your lesson plans because you know it would be too much of a good thing if u… https://t.co/ayfDaJgF8v
LQ: FLIPPED GIF Q
Based on tonight's theme, look at this GIF and formulate a question for us! https://t.co/w5zG2R8maq
A6 Make special attemps for genuine & encouraging connections with Ps. May take more time, but necessary for the Ss benefit
BUDDY! you win with any elf references
LOVE THIS! Family style meal!!! Awesoem idea!
Oooooh, it's like a Christmas tree.
LQ Buddy lived for Christmas. What do you live to do with your students every day? Are you all in every day?
Started my class blog in 2007 to share what's going on in class-I update it daily w/ lessons & student work: https://t.co/YT3hAbVZ45
Last Answer - Be like Buddy, and share. It's not bragging, it's sharing. Tell use about your favorite lesson?
Bada ba ba ba! I'm Loving it! https://t.co/3xTpN2T5h2
A6: Elf loved Spaghetti & Maple Syrup! What did you have success with, that you weren't sure about before you tried it?
LA: What unusual "ingredients" can we incorporate into a lesson
Winner winner chicken dinner!!! Who doesnt love Buddy?!!?!?
LA: How can we not stuff ourselves on too much good stuff? Always a new app, theory, research...when does it become too much?
I just love these Buddy the Elf answers.
Tough! You are so creative to use GIF to formulate Q's! Love it!
LQ "The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear" How do we spread Pirate message so more Ss are engaged?
Thank you so much to all our scrumptious friends and for a rip roaring time! Way to go Oreo!… https://t.co/3HgzmQPx10
Thank you for guiding our Pirate ship & discussion tonight for ! Loved the great ideas that were shared!
It's so wonderful to have the support of my faithful PLN! https://t.co/ZKvCOdcAvz
No apologies my friend :) Excited for your new book!
LA) What was the last lesson that you enjoyed teaching as much as Buddy loves his syrup? 😊
Love this Wayne! Let them know door is open!
