#mdeschat Archive

A weekly chat focusing primarily on educational issues relevant to Elementary School educators based in Maryland.

Thursday April 12, 2018
8:00 PM EDT

  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to tonight's chat. Please tell us who you are and where you are from. We will be sharing knowledge about service-learning using the Q1/A1 format. Please remember to add #mdeschat AND engage each other.
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Walt, principal at Cristo Rey Jesuit and happy to be serving tonight! #mdeschat
  • principal64 - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Chris, elementary principal #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hey Chris! #mdeschat
    In reply to @principal64
  • toddstanzione Apr 12 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    I'm Todd, an elementary Counselor in the Crofton area #mdeschat
    In reply to @WalterReap
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining us Todd. #mdeschat
    In reply to @toddstanzione
  • missreed - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Rian, English 10 Team Lead, #SpecialEducator. Using the Digitial Space to Empower! #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Q1: What is service learning? #mdeschat
  • DeniseFaidley Apr 12 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Denise, AP in Glen Burnie #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    A1: Service learning is the integration of community service projects that benefit the school or community with academic skills, structured reflection and assessment. #MDeschat
  • LemarrTreadwell Apr 12 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Hello #Mdeschat. Lemarr Treadwell, Fresno CA.
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Hey Rian. #mdeschat
    In reply to @missreed
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Hey Denise! #mdeschat
    In reply to @DeniseFaidley
  • principal64 - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    A1. It’s a commitment by schools and students to serve others and gain valuable learning at the same time #mdeschat
  • toddstanzione Apr 12 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    A1: Opportunities for students to research and solve problems, get experience, often outside of the classroom #mdeschat
  • DeniseFaidley Apr 12 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    A1. Hands on, real world application #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Welcome back Lemarr! #mdeschat
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
  • Dale_Chu Apr 12 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    HAPPENING NOW: @WalterReap leading a discussion on service learning. Follow along at #mdeschat! @mdeschat
  • missreed - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: Service Learning is taking a hands-on approach to solving a need within the community! A POWERFUL way to APPLY LEARNING and LEARN at the same time! #mdeschat
  • jazzmeister2013 Apr 12 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Hi #mdeschat leaders! Greg- K, #TeamFelegy. Checking in for some time while watching the Caps in game 1 of the playoffs. Hope all are well.
  • learnwholeheart Apr 12 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Hey! Bonita here from Tyler Heights, Annapolis. I can’t stay for the whole chats but LOVE this topic! Will try to pop in #mdeschat
    In reply to @WalterReap
  • LemarrTreadwell Apr 12 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1. Engaging my students in service to the community. Solving real-world problems. #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Welcome Greg! Hope you are enjoying the game!?!? #mdeschat
    In reply to @jazzmeister2013
  • learnwholeheart Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1 I’ve never heard this term before- but love the implications. Applying learning to service work that benefits one’s community is what I imagine. #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A2: Key considerations for effective service learning: preparation and orientation, student input/ownership, community collaboration, goals for service and student learning, curriculum integration, reflection, and assessment. #MDeschat
  • principal64 - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A2. It’s best if the project truly adds value to the community; the students should be included in choosing #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Community service is a "starter" for service learning. #mdeschat
    In reply to @learnwholeheart
  • toddstanzione Apr 12 @ 8:14 PM EDT
  • missreed - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A2: Safety comes to mind first! What supports must be put in place so that students can learn in a safe environment. T's might have to hold Parent Meetings and model how to use tools before the experience begins. #mdeschat
  • jazzmeister2013 Apr 12 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Hey Walt! Caps just scored to take the lead, so at the moment the game is going well. :-) #mdeschat
    In reply to @WalterReap
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Key phrases, "adds value to the community" student voice in choosing the service. #mdeschat
    In reply to @principal64
  • learnwholeheart Apr 12 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A2: An authentic need of the community is being addressed. Students are using their academic skills/knowledge purposefully and authentically. Lots of planning and collaboration bet stakeholders. #mdeschat
  • DeniseFaidley Apr 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A2. Benefit and impact on community and goals & skills gained by Ss #mdeschat
  • LemarrTreadwell Apr 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A2. Definitely involves community leaders. My Ss must contact professionals in the community to review their project. #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Great ideas are being shared about the role students play in the service learning process. I also read the importance of impacting or changing the community. #mdeschat
  • jazzmeister2013 Apr 12 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A1- Service learning is the engagement of Ss in community-oriented opportunities to serve. Skill development and application for community benefit. #mdeschat
  • missreed - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    True! What is the Objective? #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Q3: Which content areas do you think could serve to develop civic agency an outcome of service learning? Why? #mdeschat
  • missreed - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Right! I can recall my own personal experiences and CHOICE is very important! #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A3: Social Studies and English – Standards cover broad topics and themes, which can be integrated with English because English encompasses all modalities of communicating. #mdeschat
  • principal64 - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A3. Social studies, science, health, PE; lots of possibilities #mdeschat
  • toddstanzione Apr 12 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A3: A lot of students are very knowledgeable about digital citizenship and online safety...good opportunities to create YouTube-style public service announcements that could be used in schools #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Content areas help to develop the educational outcomes derived from the project. One difference between service learning and community service is the anticipated educational value. #mdeschat
  • DeniseFaidley Apr 12 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A3. Social Studies, Ss learn about their communities, state, and country as well as issues past and present #mdeschat
  • missreed - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Simply....ALL OF THEM! It can be a cross-curricular experience for sure. Great opportunity to stress the importance of civic engagement in the Sciences as we only have ONE Earth... #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Great idea here. Students develop advocacy skills exploring social justice issues related to technology. Just ask #Facebook. #mdeschat
    • toddstanzione Apr 12 @ 8:21 PM EDT
      A3: A lot of students are very knowledgeable about digital citizenship and online safety...good opportunities to create YouTube-style public service announcements that could be used in schools #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Great point Denise. #mdeschat
    • DeniseFaidley Apr 12 @ 8:22 PM EDT
      A3. Social Studies, Ss learn about their communities, state, and country as well as issues past and present #mdeschat
  • LemarrTreadwell Apr 12 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3. I think it is more 21st skill development embedded in content. Collaboration, communication, use of ICT, self-regulation, knowledge construction. #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Welcome Evylyn! #mdeschat
    In reply to @evyabel
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Q4: Coming up! #mdeschat
  • evyabel Apr 12 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Ss grow when the have an “opportunity to serve” it must be authentic, real, meaningful #mdeschat
    In reply to @jazzmeister2013
  • ktravers83 Apr 12 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    I’m Kimberly, AACPS kindergarten teacher. Sorry I’m a bit late due to a room transformation. #mdeschat
  • LemarrTreadwell Apr 12 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    21st century learning design domains. #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Q4: Which areas of community concern do you believe given the current landscape make great themes for service learning? #MDeschat
  • ktravers83 Apr 12 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A1: Service learning is a hands on approach with community service. #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Thank you for joining us Kimberly. Happy to have you. #mdeschat
    In reply to @ktravers83
  • missreed - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Welcome!!! Kindergarten Teachers are AMAZING!!! #mdeschat
    In reply to @ktravers83
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A4: Racial and Ethnic Segregation -Brown vs. Board of Education and other seminal court cases should be studied so that we continue to fight for equality in education and improved social outcomes. #mdeschat
  • Dale_Chu Apr 12 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A4: Immigration. #mdeschat
  • ktravers83 Apr 12 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A2: A community need should be being met as well as student objective. #mdeschat
  • missreed - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A4: I love connecting my students to the @socksmovement who works to give people who are Homeless SOCKS! Many of my Ss also experience homelessness so this project is authentic as it can get! #mdeschat
    • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:27 PM EDT
      Q4: Which areas of community concern do you believe given the current landscape make great themes for service learning? #MDeschat
  • principal64 - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A4. I think that depends on the level, for elementary I like outreach to the elderly, the environment, the school; older students can explore more issues #mdeschat
  • LemarrTreadwell Apr 12 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A4. The #MarchForOurLives is a great example of Ss taking on their learned skills. #mdeschat
    • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:27 PM EDT
      Q4: Which areas of community concern do you believe given the current landscape make great themes for service learning? #MDeschat
  • erebss Apr 12 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Awesome! There is a great chat about Service Learning going on over at #mdeschat
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A4: Gun rights and violence are two areas to be examined through service learning. #mdeschat
  • LemarrTreadwell Apr 12 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A4. In my community it is homicide. From law enforcement to gangs. #mdeschat
    • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:27 PM EDT
      Q4: Which areas of community concern do you believe given the current landscape make great themes for service learning? #MDeschat
  • missreed - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    True! The Students in the Nursing Department at the HS I teach in go out on their service learning projects weekly and It brings me pure JOY to see then walk back into the building with their clipboards and scrubs! #mdeschat
    In reply to @DeniseFaidley
  • toddstanzione Apr 12 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A4: high school students can work with younger students to promote productive communication and respectful disagreements #mdeschat
    • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:27 PM EDT
      Q4: Which areas of community concern do you believe given the current landscape make great themes for service learning? #MDeschat
  • DeniseFaidley Apr 12 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A4. Poverty, environmental threats, helping others with special needs, spreading kindness and compassion- limitless ideas #mdeschat
  • missreed - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    WOW! Real issues! I have brought in guest speakers related to this topic. #Impact #mdeschat
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Question 5 is up next. These topics would make amazing service learning with the proper planning and student voice, reflection and assessment opportunities. #mdeschat
  • jazzmeister2013 Apr 12 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Student leaders, for sure!! #mdeschat
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
  • BarbaraGruener Apr 12 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A3: I saw math in action as our students with special needs counted and groups bags by 10s in our service learning recycling project in partnership with our local grocery store. It was magical to watch them engage and connect for a cause. #mdeschat
    In reply to @WalterReap
  • LemarrTreadwell Apr 12 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Rian, I'm using Skype in the Classroom to bring in professional speakers on Ss concerns and issues. #Mdeschat @SkypeClassroom
  • ktravers83 Apr 12 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A3: You could cover so many content areas with service learning. Writing and speaking and listening are two of the biggest content areas that I think of for my Kindergarten Ss to demonstrate in service learning. #mdeschat
  • jazzmeister2013 Apr 12 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Hi Barbara! Outstanding! #mdeschat
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener, @WalterReap
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A5: What is the function of reflection and assessment during service learning? #mdeschat
  • missreed - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    When I taught 5th grade, a community of Elders came to the building and we learned a dance together in order to host a FlashMob. It was a great experince that invloved Physical Education! #mdeschat
    In reply to @principal64
  • BarbaraGruener Apr 12 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A3: When we knit baby hats for service, we integrate poetry (they remember to stitch with a poem!), math (counting stitches) and letter writing b/c Ss write notes to the moms of the babies who'll get their handiwork. https://t.co/Me5ntUkm91 #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A5: Assessment and reflection help students determine the degree to which the service experience is achieving learning goals as well as meeting a community need. Teachers assess and reflect to inform teaching and ensure students are progressing. #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Sounds like an incredible experience Barbara. #mdeschat
    • BarbaraGruener Apr 12 @ 8:39 PM EDT
      A3: When we knit baby hats for service, we integrate poetry (they remember to stitch with a poem!), math (counting stitches) and letter writing b/c Ss write notes to the moms of the babies who'll get their handiwork. https://t.co/Me5ntUkm91 #mdeschat
  • principal64 - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A5. Students and teachers can gage the successes and challenges of the service learning and, hopefully, make adjustments as needed #mdeschat
  • DeniseFaidley Apr 12 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A5. Reflection is critical to Ss owning the learning, along w/ self- assessment. Assessments need to connect to broader goals/objectives using rubrics. #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A5: Note assessment and reflection hold the service learning project accountable to the established goals. Both happen THROUGHOUT the experience. #mdeschat
  • toddstanzione Apr 12 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A5: I like to see students present their service learning reflections to community stakeholders so they have the chance to articulate the importance of their work. Stakeholders can then give feedback. #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Great strategy for demonstrating college and career readiness Todd. Thank you. #mdeschat
    In reply to @toddstanzione
  • missreed - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Cool! I beleive there is a Google+ Community that connects classrooms to speakers. Might be another resource for you if you are not already connected! #mdeschat
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell, @SkypeClassroom
  • ktravers83 Apr 12 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A4: It would depend on your age range. I typically do school related, character, SPCA (pets), or environmental projects with younger Ss. I’d love to branch out. #mdeschat
  • BarbaraGruener Apr 12 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    A5: Our learning is always in the reflection, so we have to make sure we stop between projects to evaluate, reflect and grow. It's a must, a non-negotiable! #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    As we begin to slow down. Lets use the last few minutes to look at the relatedness of core components. #mdeschat
  • ktravers83 Apr 12 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5: Reflection and assessment are critical to the process. Self reflection/assessment and peer assessment. Issues are constantly changing with different variables. As things change, we (Ts, Ss, community stakeholders) need to reflect and assess #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Q7: What role does service learning play in promoting college and career readiness skills? #mdeschat
  • LemarrTreadwell Apr 12 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    Student Voice ... the missing piece in education reform. #Mdeschat #LATICchat
  • principal64 - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A6. One of the best ways to prepare students for college and careers is to give them opportunities to collaborate with peers around real-world issues #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A7: Service learning helps to provide authentic experiences to help Ss demonstrate key skills with community partners, who can model careers as Ss explore different paths for learning. #mdeschat
  • missreed - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A7: Service Learning can lead to a commitment to a Career Path! Image if every person was doing what they loved to DO! This can happen through Service Learning! #mdeschat
  • LemarrTreadwell Apr 12 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Student Voice & Choice = Flipped Learning. #LATICchat #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Well said Chris! #mdeschat
    In reply to @principal64
  • DeniseFaidley Apr 12 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A6. Service learning promotes~ collaboration, critical thinking, communication & problem- solving #mdeschat
  • toddstanzione Apr 12 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    A7: Service learning helps students to understand that collaboration can lead to meaningful experiences and productivity. Also, students can learn first-hand about careers they may want to pursue #mdeschat
  • EduGladiators Apr 12 @ 8:55 PM EDT
  • ktravers83 Apr 12 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A7: Service learning helps connect the soft skills to college and career readiness. Our Ss can answer questions, complete math problems, etc but if Ss cannot add the eye contact, speaking in a conversation, handshake then they aren’t college and career ready. #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    Thank you all for sharing in the learning around service learning, as we conclude continue to find partners across communities who will collaborate with you to facilitate the learning students can use to demonstrate care for the Earth. #mdeschat
  • WalterReap - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Great point Rian! #mdeschat
    • missreed - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:52 PM EDT
      A7: Service Learning can lead to a commitment to a Career Path! Image if every person was doing what they loved to DO! This can happen through Service Learning! #mdeschat
  • LemarrTreadwell Apr 12 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Have a great week #Mdeschat. Thank you for moderating tonight Walter @WalterReap. Youuuuuuu