#INZpirED Archive
This is a weekly chat often based around one or two questions to spark discussion & debate around educational issues.
Friday July 8, 2016
10:30 PM EDT
Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 10:30 PM EDT
@leonie_hastings
Hi Leonie!
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leonie_hastings
Jul 8 @ 10:30 PM EDT
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. We are studying the Rio Olympics T3 for Inquiry so an event that affects our curriculum.Also having a school mini Olympics. Fun
JKatzaman
Jul 8 @ 10:31 PM EDT
Joining
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from Maryland where it's still Friday evening.
Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 10:32 PM EDT
@leonie_hastings
This was what gave me the idea! My social studies colleagues are doing a similar Olympics-themed event
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leonie_hastings
Jul 8 @ 10:32 PM EDT
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. Also do Matarki (\Maori New Year) celebrations and theme for Inquiry etc in T2. Art is also affected by events etc too.eg Seasons
leonie_hastings
Jul 8 @ 10:33 PM EDT
@JKatzaman
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.Cold wet 2.30pm winter Saturday afternoon in Hastings New Zealand
Ajarn_Adam
- Moderator
Jul 8 @ 10:33 PM EDT
@JKatzaman
Welcome Jim, thanks for joining us! Saturday AM here in Bangkok, had a very nice Friday night watching a local band
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ELL_edu_Erin
Jul 8 @ 10:33 PM EDT
Joining
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from Maine in the U.S. A bit inexperienced with Twitter, but I will give a chat a try! I miss NZ! :-)
rjwhite88
Jul 8 @ 10:34 PM EDT
Joining from Georgia, USA love this topic, I teach Earth Science and natural events provide great opportunities
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Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 10:34 PM EDT
Hi and welcome to
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where we are discussing people/events that can inspire cross-curricular activities
Ajarn_Adam
- Moderator
Jul 8 @ 10:35 PM EDT
@ELL_edu_Erin
Hi Erin, welcome to
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:)
leonie_hastings
Jul 8 @ 10:35 PM EDT
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. Yes a lot of curriculum is inspired by people & events.Great topic.We did an Inquiry on Connections & it included people
rsehji
- Moderator
Jul 8 @ 10:35 PM EDT
Our cultural events at school are a great inspiration 4 staff & Ss to celebrate w/ food, traditional outfits & performances
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rsehji
- Moderator
Jul 8 @ 10:36 PM EDT
@leonie_hastings
@JKatzaman
tell me about it :( Glad it is school holidays & I am surrounded by friends & family :)
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Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 10:36 PM EDT
@rjwhite88
Hi Richard, welcome to
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:)
leonie_hastings
Jul 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
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.Weve had famous people visit sch eg Greg Murphy (Racing) All Black Aaron Smith Irene Van Dyke (Netballer) Paora Winitana (Basketb
RewardingEdu
Jul 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
Robert from Los Angeles joining. Middle school English.
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rjwhite88
Jul 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
We have a week of international celebration where students are encouraged to celebrate their heritage and teach others about it
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rsehji
- Moderator
Jul 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
@ELL_edu_Erin
haha then you should come visit soon
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Ajarn_Adam
- Moderator
Jul 8 @ 10:38 PM EDT
@leonie_hastings
I think that's a key point, making connections between subjects is so important
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leonie_hastings
Jul 8 @ 10:38 PM EDT
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. But the ordinary people you make connections with can be just as inspiring- the Grandparent, the mum , the teacher down the road
ELL_edu_Erin
Jul 8 @ 10:38 PM EDT
@rsehji
I really should!!
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Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 10:38 PM EDT
@leonie_hastings
Cool!
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JenaiaMorane
Jul 8 @ 10:38 PM EDT
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Jena Ball, CritterKin & Not PErfect Hat Club creator tweeting in from NC.
Ajarn_Adam
- Moderator
Jul 8 @ 10:38 PM EDT
@RewardingEdu
Hi Robert, welcome to
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patizbd
Jul 8 @ 10:38 PM EDT
Hi all you
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people!
JKatzaman
Jul 8 @ 10:39 PM EDT
@ELL_edu_Erin
You might also be interested in New Teachers to Twitter --
#NT2t
-- at 9 am Saturday morning.
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rsehji
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Jul 8 @ 10:39 PM EDT
Sounds like something we do too at our school
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https://t.co/VBt7AIvWaW
rjwhite88
Jul 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
We have a week of international celebration where students are encouraged to celebrate their heritage and teach others about it
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patizbd
Jul 8 @ 10:39 PM EDT
Patricia from AKL . Ready to get more inspired!
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Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 10:40 PM EDT
@leonie_hastings
I have my wife & her team of researchers come in to do a workshop, cross-curric with me & my maths colleague
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Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 10:40 PM EDT
@patizbd
Hi Patricia, welcome!
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rsehji
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Jul 8 @ 10:40 PM EDT
@leonie_hastings
so true, Leonie
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Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 10:41 PM EDT
@JenaiaMorane
Hi Jena, thanks for joining!
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ELL_edu_Erin
Jul 8 @ 10:41 PM EDT
@leonie_hastings
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Good point! I once interviewed diff generations of family about food culture for a class - a valuable project!
Ajarn_Adam
- Moderator
Jul 8 @ 10:41 PM EDT
@leonie_hastings
They're not very famous though :)
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patizbd
Jul 8 @ 10:42 PM EDT
@Ajarn_Adam
many thanks!
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leonie_hastings
Jul 8 @ 10:42 PM EDT
@rsehji
@JKatzaman
.
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. Yes needed these hols tired as hard cold winter term with lots on
rsehji
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Jul 8 @ 10:42 PM EDT
@ELL_edu_Erin
you are welcome anytime
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leonie_hastings
Jul 8 @ 10:43 PM EDT
@Ajarn_Adam
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. Yes making it cross curricular so impt.Inquiry is very much so though
patizbd
Jul 8 @ 10:43 PM EDT
We just finished a topic called "Connected Cultures" my class chose to study China (base in population of my class)
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leonie_hastings
Jul 8 @ 10:45 PM EDT
@Ajarn_Adam
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.Ah but they are connections with the everyday world which are so valuable for Ss & Ts
rjwhite88
Jul 8 @ 10:45 PM EDT
Common planning across the grade level and input from everyone makes it more successful and makes it meaningful
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patizbd
Jul 8 @ 10:45 PM EDT
Parent s came to teach kids Kung Fu with fans, own names in Chinese, use cho sticks, food, language and art
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Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 10:46 PM EDT
Although my curric is very full I think it is worth making room for cross-curric activities like our upcoming Olympics project
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rsehji
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Jul 8 @ 10:46 PM EDT
@ELL_edu_Erin
honestly, you are doing great! You will learn very quickly and there are very talented & supportive peeps out here
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Ajarn_Adam
- Moderator
Jul 8 @ 10:46 PM EDT
@leonie_hastings
I agree Leonie
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rjwhite88
Jul 8 @ 10:46 PM EDT
T's have to be behind it and Ss' have to be inspired by it!
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Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 10:47 PM EDT
@patizbd
Sounds great! A really good way to make things come alive for students
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leonie_hastings
Jul 8 @ 10:47 PM EDT
@patizbd
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. Sounds like a fabulous unit/inquiry
rjwhite88
Jul 8 @ 10:47 PM EDT
@Ajarn_Adam
I look for ways to fit these into existing curricula
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rsehji
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Jul 8 @ 10:47 PM EDT
@leonie_hastings
@JKatzaman
it sure has been a busy term. Much needed break. Really looking fwd to catching up w/ friends & family
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Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 10:47 PM EDT
@rjwhite88
True, it needs to be a team effort
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ELL_edu_Erin
Jul 8 @ 10:48 PM EDT
@rsehji
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Thanks! I work with college English language students so culture is a big interest for me & looked forward to this!
patizbd
Jul 8 @ 10:48 PM EDT
@Ajarn_Adam
yes and my two usually quiet Chinese boys became so alive and in control of the action
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RewardingEdu
Jul 8 @ 10:49 PM EDT
Cross curricular isn't just about content. Teams of Ts using the same vocab, writing strategies, & note taking creates cohesion.
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leonie_hastings
Jul 8 @ 10:49 PM EDT
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. Sorry have to go & give friend lift to funeral. Great topic
patizbd
Jul 8 @ 10:50 PM EDT
@leonie_hastings
it was! I wish I did it more as inquiry. I tend to still keep control of my yr 2 kids
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Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 10:51 PM EDT
@rjwhite88
Yep - I will have Ss look at legal ways to enhance performance as part of their sci class for the olympics project
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Ajarn_Adam
- Moderator
Jul 8 @ 10:51 PM EDT
@leonie_hastings
Thanks for joining us today Leonie
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Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 10:52 PM EDT
@RewardingEdu
Excellent point, this kind of consistency is very important
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RewardingEdu
Jul 8 @ 10:53 PM EDT
Inquiry is empowering! I also have my Ss answer their own & classmates' Qs with evidence & explanation.
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https://t.co/Amh2ykS4B2
patizbd
Jul 8 @ 10:50 PM EDT
@leonie_hastings
it was! I wish I did it more as inquiry. I tend to still keep control of my yr 2 kids
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rjwhite88
Jul 8 @ 10:53 PM EDT
@Ajarn_Adam
that is a great idea, we do similar activities with weather and earthquakes when they happen, current and relevant
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patizbd
Jul 8 @ 10:53 PM EDT
@Ajarn_Adam
@rjwhite88
Wow! May have athletes knocking on your door! Cool idea!
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rjwhite88
Jul 8 @ 10:54 PM EDT
@RewardingEdu
true that is, but with so much focus on differentiation and the range of kids we serve, we make those very flexible
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rjwhite88
Jul 8 @ 10:55 PM EDT
Both great points
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https://t.co/VqrliLyAfh
RewardingEdu
Jul 8 @ 10:53 PM EDT
Inquiry is empowering! I also have my Ss answer their own & classmates' Qs with evidence & explanation.
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https://t.co/Amh2ykS4B2
patizbd
Jul 8 @ 10:50 PM EDT
@leonie_hastings
it was! I wish I did it more as inquiry. I tend to still keep control of my yr 2 kids
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patizbd
Jul 8 @ 10:55 PM EDT
@RewardingEdu
@leonie_hastings
Robert do you know of any good books re inquire in primary school? That you would recommend?
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Ajarn_Adam
- Moderator
Jul 8 @ 10:57 PM EDT
Are there any obstacles to these kinds of cross-curricular activities, & if so, how can we overcome them?
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rsehji
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Jul 8 @ 10:57 PM EDT
@RewardingEdu
@patizbd
@leonie_hastings
The Power of Inquiry, great read!
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https://t.co/dYsjf0Lag0
patizbd
Jul 8 @ 10:58 PM EDT
At the end of our units every class has 3 diff classes visiting them and present findings.
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RewardingEdu
Jul 8 @ 10:58 PM EDT
Good point, Richard! Yes, the delicate balance between structure & flexibility. Definitely room for both.
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https://t.co/Eac3w9OxNg
rjwhite88
Jul 8 @ 10:54 PM EDT
@RewardingEdu
true that is, but with so much focus on differentiation and the range of kids we serve, we make those very flexible
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patizbd
Jul 8 @ 10:58 PM EDT
@rsehji
@RewardingEdu
@leonie_hastings
excellent. Can be my project for next term.
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rjwhite88
Jul 8 @ 10:58 PM EDT
@patizbd
@Ajarn_Adam
we are partnering with the Atlanta Braves baseball team as they move into their new home near our school
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Ajarn_Adam
- Moderator
Jul 8 @ 10:59 PM EDT
@rsehji
@RewardingEdu
@patizbd
@leonie_hastings
Looks interesting, thanks Ritu
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patizbd
Jul 8 @ 11:00 PM EDT
@rjwhite88
@Ajarn_Adam
how cool! Lucky kids!
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rjwhite88
Jul 8 @ 11:00 PM EDT
@Ajarn_Adam
biggest one we have are teachers who do not play well with others
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ELL_edu_Erin
Jul 8 @ 11:00 PM EDT
@patizbd
Patricia, here is a link that I found on another ed chat that might help -
https://t.co/sNpvMBuNKv
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rsehji
- Moderator
Jul 8 @ 11:00 PM EDT
@RewardingEdu
@patizbd
@leonie_hastings
books on my coffee table
#holidayreadings
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https://t.co/Fi1ztn6ffy
Ajarn_Adam
- Moderator
Jul 8 @ 11:00 PM EDT
@rjwhite88
@patizbd
Wow, that sounds like a really exciting opportunity!
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RewardingEdu
Jul 8 @ 11:00 PM EDT
The great thing about inquiry is it puts Ss at any level in control of their curiosity & comprehension.
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https://t.co/ruCzBbccbu
patizbd
Jul 8 @ 10:55 PM EDT
@RewardingEdu
@leonie_hastings
Robert do you know of any good books re inquire in primary school? That you would recommend?
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patizbd
Jul 8 @ 11:01 PM EDT
@ELL_edu_Erin
Oh! Many thanks!
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Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 11:01 PM EDT
@rjwhite88
Yep ;)
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patizbd
Jul 8 @ 11:02 PM EDT
@RewardingEdu
@leonie_hastings
I get you! 'At any level' Thanks
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Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 11:02 PM EDT
@rsehji
@RewardingEdu
@patizbd
@leonie_hastings
:) I have TLAP on my iPad right now, about 1/2 way through
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patizbd
Jul 8 @ 11:03 PM EDT
@ELL_edu_Erin
Will give it a go!
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rjwhite88
Jul 8 @ 11:04 PM EDT
@Ajarn_Adam
@patizbd
it has gotten a lot of attention and it provides a tangible scenario to build all kinds of projects on.
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rsehji
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Jul 8 @ 11:04 PM EDT
@Ajarn_Adam
@RewardingEdu
@patizbd
@leonie_hastings
I have 2 of
@burgessdave
#quote
on my presentation for IFHE World Congress
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Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 11:04 PM EDT
@rsehji
@RewardingEdu
@patizbd
@leonie_hastings
I would also recommend
https://t.co/MqAWuuIT8I
by
@jmattmiller
#DitchBook
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patizbd
Jul 8 @ 11:04 PM EDT
@RewardingEdu
@leonie_hastings
Thanks!
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rjwhite88
Jul 8 @ 11:05 PM EDT
@rsehji
@RewardingEdu
@patizbd
@leonie_hastings
love Teach Like a Pirate...autographed copy in my professional library
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rsehji
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Jul 8 @ 11:05 PM EDT
Great, noted!
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https://t.co/hBbma5ZCsq
Ajarn_Adam
- Moderator
Jul 8 @ 11:04 PM EDT
@rsehji
@RewardingEdu
@patizbd
@leonie_hastings
I would also recommend
https://t.co/MqAWuuIT8I
by
@jmattmiller
#DitchBook
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ELL_edu_Erin
Jul 8 @ 11:05 PM EDT
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Another thing I try to do is read about other cultures and perspectives. I feel like that action is meaningful to my Ss
patizbd
Jul 8 @ 11:05 PM EDT
@Ajarn_Adam
@rsehji
@RewardingEdu
@leonie_hastings
@jmattmiller
Cool, thanks!
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ELL_edu_Erin
Jul 8 @ 11:06 PM EDT
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Here's a really great TED talk about a great personal project
https://t.co/E7yi71Q9lP
patizbd
Jul 8 @ 11:06 PM EDT
@rjwhite88
@rsehji
@RewardingEdu
@leonie_hastings
I just ordered it! Waiting for arrival.
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rjwhite88
Jul 8 @ 11:06 PM EDT
@RewardingEdu
@patizbd
@leonie_hastings
my classes will be doing a lot of inquiry this year problem and project based self guided
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rsehji
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Jul 8 @ 11:07 PM EDT
@Ajarn_Adam
@RewardingEdu
@patizbd
@leonie_hastings
I bought 16 books 4 staff PD & we now have a staff PD corner in staffroom
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patizbd
Jul 8 @ 11:07 PM EDT
@rsehji
@Ajarn_Adam
@RewardingEdu
@leonie_hastings
Awesome to have access to such great books at school!
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patizbd
Jul 8 @ 11:09 PM EDT
@rjwhite88
@Ajarn_Adam
There is nothing like authentic tasks for motivation!
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rjwhite88
Jul 8 @ 11:09 PM EDT
@patizbd
@rsehji
@RewardingEdu
@leonie_hastings
our district had the author come in and give a keynote at our yearly kickoff
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Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 11:11 PM EDT
@rjwhite88
@patizbd
@rsehji
@RewardingEdu
@leonie_hastings
Nice!
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rjwhite88
Jul 8 @ 11:11 PM EDT
Thank you all for a great chat, this was my first. I have to get my little one in the bed, getting late here!
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patizbd
Jul 8 @ 11:12 PM EDT
@rjwhite88
@rsehji
@RewardingEdu
@leonie_hastings
there should be a button for 'green with envy' :D
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ELL_edu_Erin
Jul 8 @ 11:12 PM EDT
@rjwhite88
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Thanks for joining, Richard!
RewardingEdu
Jul 8 @ 11:12 PM EDT
Ts can bump inquiry to the next level by not only asking for evidence for Ss' answers but also inference + explanation. Insight!
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Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 11:13 PM EDT
@rjwhite88
Thanks for joining us today Richard :)
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rsehji
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Jul 8 @ 11:13 PM EDT
@patizbd
@Ajarn_Adam
@RewardingEdu
@leonie_hastings
yes I am given full freedom to facilitate my own growth & that of my PLG
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rjwhite88
Jul 8 @ 11:14 PM EDT
Another excellent point
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https://t.co/Sm8Y44M8MU
RewardingEdu
Jul 8 @ 11:12 PM EDT
Ts can bump inquiry to the next level by not only asking for evidence for Ss' answers but also inference + explanation. Insight!
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patizbd
Jul 8 @ 11:14 PM EDT
@ELL_edu_Erin
Good on you! Ss from minorities are likely to become invisible.
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ELL_edu_Erin
Jul 8 @ 11:16 PM EDT
@patizbd
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I was really inspired by Ann Morgan's project. Would love to try it myself someday! Her blog
https://t.co/03wfAlCQWf
patizbd
Jul 8 @ 11:16 PM EDT
@rsehji
@Ajarn_Adam
@RewardingEdu
@leonie_hastings
Very inspiring and motivating!
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Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 11:17 PM EDT
Thanks everyone for joining us at
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today and sharing your thoughts and ideas!
ELL_edu_Erin
Jul 8 @ 11:18 PM EDT
@Ajarn_Adam
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Thank you all of you as well! Still getting the hang of this, but I really appreciated your kindness!
patizbd
Jul 8 @ 11:18 PM EDT
@ELL_edu_Erin
Will read it after the chat. Thanks for sharing.
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Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 11:19 PM EDT
@ELL_edu_Erin
You're very welcome Erin :)
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ELL_edu_Erin
Jul 8 @ 11:20 PM EDT
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Thanks again everyone, good night/afternoon!
patizbd
Jul 8 @ 11:20 PM EDT
I leave the chat
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and motivated! Many thanks to all!
Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 11:21 PM EDT
@patizbd
Thanks for joining us Patricia :)
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patizbd
Jul 8 @ 11:23 PM EDT
@Ajarn_Adam
thank you. Fantastic chat!
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Ajarn_Adam
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Jul 8 @ 11:24 PM EDT
Here's the transcript from today's
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chat about people/events that can inspire cross-curricular activities
https://t.co/93dVfugL9a