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tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:00 PM EST

Yep! Don't be afraid to jump in, #ecmp355 #ecmp455 #eci834 , the natives are friendly! (Can I say that? ) #saskedchat

In reply to @kbhildebrandt

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:00 PM EST

Time for #saskedchat @fiteach @lawsonames @heidi_paterson @Gromit1996 @webbkyle @lindsaybstuart @kendraleier @MrALongstaff @stangea

In reply to @fiteach, @lawsonames, @heidi_paterson, @Gromit1996, @webbkyle, @lindsaybstuart, @kendraleier, @MrALongstaff, @stangea

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:00 PM EST

Welcome to #saskedchat! Tonight we're exploring/exploding "Ed Myths". Join in and get ready to share!

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:01 PM EST

Schools should not be run like a business. https://t.co/mLZqFE9Dtm #saskedchat

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:01 PM EST

Schools should not be run like a business. https://t.co/oXjWhxIVX2 #saskedchat

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:01 PM EST

Follow some great educators! Build your #pln #saskedchat #ECMP355

In reply to @kbhildebrandt

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:02 PM EST

Please take a moment to introduce yourself to the rest of #saskedchat. Tell us a bit about yourself and why you're here tonight!

stangea - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:02 PM EST

Evening everyone, "myth" has so many interesting meanings. I'm in #CityMJ with a 4th grade class. #saskedchat

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:03 PM EST

.@kbhildebrandt join chats like #saskedchat that are a bit smaller, jump in with a comment or two and follow others in the chat.

In reply to @kbhildebrandt

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:04 PM EST

#saskedchat Ferrah, Regina. VP of great K-12 rural school & middle yrs math/sci teacher. Here tonight because I can finally make it!

beth_thomson Jan 19 @ 9:04 PM EST

Hi Everyone I sub in Lskyd Im here to learn about what myths people have about ed. #saskedchat

hoffman_april Jan 19 @ 9:04 PM EST

Hey! My name is April and I'm a 4th year at the @UofRegina. I am interested in learning the many myths that others have faced #saskedchat

In reply to @UofRegina

nikulak - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:04 PM EST

#saskedchat Hey, I'm Pat and I'm here to see what myths everyone seems to be talking about.

kbhildebrandt Jan 19 @ 9:04 PM EST

Hey @kwhobbes - can my #ecmp355 class get a shoutout from #saskedchat?

In reply to @kwhobbes

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:05 PM EST

I'm an edtech coach in @SECPSD I'm here because this pumps me up for my career. #saskedchat

In reply to @SECPSD

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:05 PM EST

Welcome to #saskedchat @beth_thomson @hoffman_april @nikulak great to have you join us tonight. Looking forward to your input and ideas!

In reply to @beth_thomson, @hoffman_april, @nikulak

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:05 PM EST

Hi Beth! #saskedchat

In reply to @beth_thomson

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:06 PM EST

End is in sight! Congrats. #saskedchat

In reply to @hoffman_april, @UofRegina

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:06 PM EST

.@kbhildebrandt sure, what do you want me to shout at #ecmp355 from #saskedchat?

In reply to @kbhildebrandt

Chadillac60 Jan 19 @ 9:07 PM EST

Grade 3 teacher in @prairiespiritsd. Looking to debunk the myths out there in education. #saskedchat

In reply to @prairiespiritsd

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:07 PM EST

#saskedchat Hi to the students in @kbhildebrandt 's #ecmp355 class!

In reply to @kbhildebrandt

webbkyle - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:07 PM EST

Hi #saskedchat - I'm Kyle - a teacher ed tech coach in Regina. I'm here to learn and hopefully add something to the conversation!

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:07 PM EST

#saskedchat Myth 1 - “Learning Styles” - What say you?

kbhildebrandt Jan 19 @ 9:07 PM EST

Just give them love and encouragement to get started on Twitter. #saskedchat #ecmp355

In reply to @kwhobbes

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:08 PM EST

Hey #saskedchat - joining a little late tonight. Excited to bust some education myths!

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:08 PM EST

I need to connect with you soon & return your book! #saskedchat

In reply to @webbkyle

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:08 PM EST

always do, always do! #ecmp355 #saskedchat

In reply to @kbhildebrandt

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:09 PM EST

Welcome to #saskedchat @ianhecht @webbkyle - great to have you join us tonight!

In reply to @ianhecht, @webbkyle

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:09 PM EST

#saskedchat A1: I believe in learning styles but not necessarily formalized/labeled. Learning preferences definitely.

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:10 PM EST

A1: There are styles of learnng, but they are more trends on a continuum than slots we fit into. Maybe. :) #saskedchat

stangea - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:10 PM EST

well there's Jenny Starblanket, the fifth grader an evil teacher bewitched onto my whiteboard years ago. #saskedchat

In reply to @nikulak

ChelseyLASharpe Jan 19 @ 9:10 PM EST

Hi #saskedchat, I'm Chelsey, fourth year ed student.

CindySmith Jan 19 @ 9:10 PM EST

#saskedchat joining late. ..just ofski trail. Gray topic

beth_thomson Jan 19 @ 9:10 PM EST

A1: There are only 3 ways of learning. #saskedchat

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:11 PM EST

A1: Y'know - this is one of those ones that seemed to make sense on the surface, but the policy that came from it... ouch! #saskedchat

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:07 PM EST

#saskedchat Myth 1 - “Learning Styles” - What say you?

webbkyle - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:11 PM EST

A1: Good tool to push teachers to think of diff ways to teach. Don't think it's good idea to shove kids into blanket categories. #saskedchat

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:11 PM EST

A1 - Learning Styles have been given too much credibility with not enough to back it up. They’re no real substance to it. #saskedchat

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:12 PM EST

That's a good point. Use it for when it helps, but don't let it define your teaching. Or your (or anybody's) learning. #saskedchat

In reply to @webbkyle

webbkyle - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:12 PM EST

Yes, sounds great! Let's make it happen - hope you liked the read! #saskedchat

In reply to @FNGraham

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:12 PM EST

Hey, where's @PrincipalSmart ? #saskedchat

In reply to @PrincipalSmart

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:12 PM EST

Absolutely. It was like "test them once and teach that kid that way forever" for a while there... #saskedchat

webbkyle - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:11 PM EST

A1: Good tool to push teachers to think of diff ways to teach. Don't think it's good idea to shove kids into blanket categories. #saskedchat

MsSaretsky Jan 19 @ 9:13 PM EST

Hi #saskedchat , lurking tonight but hope some of you might be able to join us at #CAFLN assessment pop up in Saskatoon.

MsSaretsky Jan 18 @ 6:12 PM EST

Sk educators join us to talk about #assessment at #CAFLN first SK pop up event SK Pop UP flyer - Google Docs https://t.co/tigmvt1R40

lawsonames - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:13 PM EST

Hi #saskedchat! Amy, K-2 Lit/Num teacher at @ArcolaDragons. Great to see you all!

In reply to @ArcolaDragons

CindySmith Jan 19 @ 9:13 PM EST

#saskedchat scrolling back ...can't are Q1. Can someone retweet pls?

00blahblah00 Jan 19 @ 9:14 PM EST

Hello👋🏽 #saskedchat I've been ill🤒🤧. And constantly hacked. 🇺🇸Teacher + EduConsultant 😬🍎

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:14 PM EST

Just for you @CindySmith Q1 for tonight’s #saskedchat

In reply to @CindySmith

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:07 PM EST

#saskedchat Myth 1 - “Learning Styles” - What say you?

t_appell Jan 19 @ 9:14 PM EST

A1 - It's all about awareness and balance. Need to plan lessons that appeal to diff modalities of learning. #saskedchat

nikulak - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:14 PM EST

Q1. Learning styles. What say you #saskedchat

In reply to @CindySmith

lawsonames - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:15 PM EST

A1 #saskedchat Oh, I like this Q! I struggle with the idea of rigidness here. "Visual" learner, etc. We'll all learn in a mix of ways, but-

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:07 PM EST

#saskedchat Myth 1 - “Learning Styles” - What say you?

BKorchinski Jan 19 @ 9:15 PM EST

Brooke, from Dilke, SK. coming in a little late. internet problems so I may be limited in participation #saskedchat

massignmenthelp Jan 19 @ 9:15 PM EST

#LessonUP #NGSSchat #paedchat #Reg5Chat #RLchat #saskedchat Start a blog in college https://t.co/SW64eeDA9h

AssignmentHelpN Jan 19 @ 9:15 PM EST

#paedchat #Reg5Chat #RLchat #saskedchat #ICEilchat 17 for ’17: Experts on E-learning & EdTech Trends for 2017 https://t.co/I9aiwWWsrV

webbkyle - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:15 PM EST

It's important to show all learners different ways to learn. Not everything they'll encounter will fit their pref #saskedchat

In reply to @ianhecht

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:15 PM EST

Are you being haunted by autocorrect, @CindySmith :) #saskedchat

In reply to @CindySmith

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:15 PM EST

A1: I also wonder how often it was used as an excuse... "Oh, I don't learn that way, so it's not my fault I didn't get it." #saskedchat

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:07 PM EST

#saskedchat Myth 1 - “Learning Styles” - What say you?

t_appell Jan 19 @ 9:15 PM EST

Popping into the convo tonight. Tammy here...VP in Regina #saskedchat

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:15 PM EST

Hi Chelsey! Welcome to #saskedchat

In reply to @ChelseyLASharpe

lawsonames - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:15 PM EST

A1 (con't) #saskedchat - but DO appreciate the way it reminds us that sticking to the same method of delivering lessons won't reach all Ss

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:16 PM EST

Welcome to #saskedchat @MsSaretsky @lawsonames @t_appell @BKorchinski So great to have you join us tonight.

In reply to @MsSaretsky, @lawsonames, @t_appell, @BKorchinski

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:16 PM EST

What are they? #saskedchat

In reply to @beth_thomson

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:16 PM EST

I don't disagree, but making it so you have to teach everything 13 (!) different ways? Bonkers! #saskedchat

In reply to @webbkyle

CindySmith Jan 19 @ 9:16 PM EST

#saskedchat ah. Learning styles. Yes Hattie is adamant that's a no-go

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:16 PM EST

That was uncharactaristically brief, @nikulak :) #saskedchat

In reply to @nikulak

MrALongstaff Jan 19 @ 9:16 PM EST

Sorry @FNGraham #saskedchat this is my Thursday nights right now #odr #comminityrink #keymaster

In reply to @FNGraham

MrsParisloff Jan 19 @ 9:16 PM EST

Julie in Yorkton, trying to stay awake for tonight's #saskedchat

webbkyle - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:17 PM EST

Hi Tammy! Glad to see you join us - I just got back to your emails from today! #runningalittlebehindtoday #saskedchat

In reply to @t_appell

hoffman_april Jan 19 @ 9:17 PM EST

I agree! Just as we should not expect our students to represent learning in one way we should do the same as educators #saskedchat

lawsonames - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:15 PM EST

A1 (con't) #saskedchat - but DO appreciate the way it reminds us that sticking to the same method of delivering lessons won't reach all Ss

lawsonames - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:17 PM EST

Thank you for finding a way to fit this into 1 tweet! Ha! One day I'll get this 120 character business... #saskedchat

In reply to @webbkyle

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:17 PM EST

Beautiful night for it! Enjoy! #saskedchat

In reply to @MrALongstaff

beth_thomson Jan 19 @ 9:17 PM EST

i always see visual, oral or Kinesthetic #saskedchat

In reply to @FNGraham

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:17 PM EST

A1 - It’s been around so long that to question it seems almost - wrong! Yet the research isn’t very strong supporting it. #saskedchat

nikulak - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:17 PM EST

feeling dizzy and nausea tonight. Tonight I shall be brief and blunt. #saskedchat

In reply to @tgrantt

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:17 PM EST

I think this is the biggest takeaway from the fad. Not every student is the same (duh). Meet them where they're at. #saskedchat

In reply to @lawsonames

webbkyle - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:18 PM EST

Not a bad place to be, Andrew - Enjoy! #saskedchat

In reply to @MrALongstaff, @FNGraham

CindySmith Jan 19 @ 9:18 PM EST

#saskedchat and I think while all of us likely have one dominant learning style we all learn from all styles to some extent

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:18 PM EST

That's what I thought you'd say! Sounds right! Prob dependent on task too. #saskedchat

In reply to @beth_thomson

webbkyle - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:18 PM EST

It always starts out 3x as long... then I just cut cut cut. Hopefully it makes sense in the end #saskedchat

In reply to @lawsonames

00blahblah00 Jan 19 @ 9:19 PM EST

A1: Gardner.👓 Multiple Learning Intelligences? S t r e t c h e s 🍎T ⬆️Pedagogical approaches ⬆️Variations in Assessments. #saskedchat

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:19 PM EST

I just learned of Hattie. And I must learn more. I like how his list keeps getting longer as he get more data. #saskedchat

In reply to @CindySmith

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:19 PM EST

That was me yesterday. Suddenly hit at noon. Had to come home but feel great today. Hope same for you. #saskedchat

In reply to @nikulak, @tgrantt

MsSaretsky Jan 19 @ 9:19 PM EST

True, but I do think that engagement increases when learning styles are addressed in lesson plans #saskedchat

CindySmith Jan 19 @ 9:16 PM EST

#saskedchat ah. Learning styles. Yes Hattie is adamant that's a no-go

CindySmith Jan 19 @ 9:21 PM EST

#saskedchat different topics to be learned lend themselves to different modes of delivery as well

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:21 PM EST

#saskedchat It’s time for Myth 2. Homework - it’s Good/Bad. What say you? @CindySmith don’t miss this one!

In reply to @CindySmith

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:21 PM EST

And make THEM the ones to decide what works, for HS at least. Tech now allows this. #saskedchat @ianhecht @lawsonames

In reply to @ianhecht, @lawsonames

webbkyle - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:21 PM EST

Jump right in #ecmp355 #ecmp455 ! We're live right now with #saskedchat

In reply to @kbhildebrandt

hoffman_april Jan 19 @ 9:22 PM EST

teaching through different styles will also challenge students to move out of their comfort zone which is good #saskedchat

In reply to @ChelseyLASharpe

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:22 PM EST

.@tgrantt @CindySmith there is some good information from Hattie but you need to read with discernment - not all or nothing #saskedchat

In reply to @tgrantt, @CindySmith

Chadillac60 Jan 19 @ 9:22 PM EST

A2: Homework is not effective if frustration goes home with students. #saskedchat

BKorchinski Jan 19 @ 9:22 PM EST

A2: if the student doesn't understand the work in class, they are not going to understand it anymore at home, #saskedchat

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:23 PM EST

I agree that if I don't think of them, I tend to teach the way I like to learn. #saskedchat

In reply to @MsSaretsky

CatTodorovich Jan 19 @ 9:23 PM EST

A-2 HW can be useful if done in the right context and meaningful to ss learning goals! #saskedchat

Chadillac60 Jan 19 @ 9:23 PM EST

A2: Homework leads to misconceptions being formed... Parent or siblings teaching students incorrectly. #saskedchat

hoffman_april Jan 19 @ 9:23 PM EST

A2: I think a BALANCED level of homework allows students to gain their own level of responsibility #saskedchat

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:24 PM EST

I wonder how many students are meta-cognitive enough to recognize their own best way of doing things? #saskedchat

In reply to @tgrantt, @lawsonames

ChelseyLASharpe Jan 19 @ 9:24 PM EST

A2: I feel that homework is ok and there has been enough class time given to complete the assignment #saskedchat

stangea - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:24 PM EST

A2.1: I've been apposed to homework as a routine, but find myself sending review questions home to families through #remind #saskedchat

heidi_paterson Jan 19 @ 9:24 PM EST

A2: Yes, it can be. I will often post videos, sims, etc. for Ss to reinforce what is going on in class. #saskedchat

mrj_wpg Jan 19 @ 9:24 PM EST

#saskedchat I think homework likely further piles on those with the most issues at home... Those who most need us

beth_thomson Jan 19 @ 9:24 PM EST

A2: It depends what they are doing for homework, if it something that they can do independently then it is pointless. #saskedchat

BKorchinski Jan 19 @ 9:25 PM EST

what kinda review questions? I like this idea? How many? How often? #saskedchat

In reply to @stangea

hoffman_april Jan 19 @ 9:25 PM EST

Totally - sending homework for the sake of giving them something to do is not worthwhile for yourself or students #saskedchat

In reply to @CatTodorovich

beth_thomson Jan 19 @ 9:25 PM EST

A2: It depends what they are doing for homework, if it something that they can't do independently then it is pointless. #saskedchat

MsSaretsky Jan 19 @ 9:25 PM EST

A2) homework should be optional. If students feel they need it for their own confidence or learning #saskedchat

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:25 PM EST

A2: I think "homework" needs defining before we defend or debunk it. Do we mean work that wasn't finished at school? #saskedchat

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:21 PM EST

#saskedchat It’s time for Myth 2. Homework - it’s Good/Bad. What say you? @CindySmith don’t miss this one!
In reply to @CindySmith

webbkyle - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:25 PM EST

A2: Traditional homework, get out. Overloads those that we think might benefit and takes away those limited chances to be a kid #saskedchat

CatTodorovich Jan 19 @ 9:25 PM EST

Amen Girl Amen #preach #saskedchat

hoffman_april Jan 19 @ 9:25 PM EST

Totally - sending homework for the sake of giving them something to do is not worthwhile for yourself or students #saskedchat
In reply to @CatTodorovich

heidi_paterson Jan 19 @ 9:25 PM EST

A2: And while I type, a Forensics student is creating blood splatter patterns in the Home Ec lab for his final project :) #saskedchat

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:25 PM EST

A2: What's the point? It doesn't teach responsibility only identifies those who already are Useful for practice or if time short #saskedchat

CindySmith Jan 19 @ 9:26 PM EST

#saskedchat A2- I think the current myrh is that it's all bad and I think it depends on the topic grade level and Lerner

Chadillac60 Jan 19 @ 9:26 PM EST

Maybe time isn't the thing students need more of. Scaffolding? More Teaching? #saskedchat

In reply to @ChelseyLASharpe

t_appell Jan 19 @ 9:26 PM EST

A2 Homework needs to serve a better purpose than to just stay "caught up." Meaningful and occasional, ok. Otherwise, cut it. #saskedchat

stangea - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:26 PM EST

A2.2: on rare occasions I ask students to catch up overnight. Students wanting to take learning home are enthusiastically helped #saskedchat

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:26 PM EST

Two interesting articles on for Q1 - https://t.co/5OEB318x1r & https://t.co/hWi7AluEa5 #saskedchat

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:26 PM EST

Two interesting articles on for Q1 - https://t.co/yXhWRV29F3 & https://t.co/zkvRoLQuPv #saskedchat

lawsonames - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:26 PM EST

A2 #saskedchat I'll piggyback on Ian here. I think the challenge of the homework discourse is that "homework" is a VERY broad term.

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:25 PM EST
A2: I think "homework" needs defining before we defend or debunk it. Do we mean work that wasn't finished at school? #saskedchat
- kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:21 PM EST
  
  #saskedchat It’s time for Myth 2. Homework - it’s Good/Bad. What say you? @CindySmith don’t miss this one!
  In reply to @CindySmith

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:27 PM EST

.@ianhecht that’s part of the problem when we begin discussing such topics - ppl tend to talk past each other from their POV #saskedchat

In reply to @ianhecht

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:27 PM EST

Good point, @ianhecht I think that different teaching methods may allow them to discover that. Or some of them. :) #saskedchat @lawsonames

In reply to @ianhecht, @lawsonames

CindySmith Jan 19 @ 9:28 PM EST

#saskedchat A2 no evidence/research showing that homework is beneficial before grade 6

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:28 PM EST

Absolutely. Teachers and parents are not often referring to the same thing even though they're using the same term. #saskedchat

In reply to @lawsonames

webbkyle - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:28 PM EST

A2: I forget who said it, but it was someone on #saskedchat. Maybe homework could just be playing a board game with your family? #saskedchat

LannySaretsky Jan 19 @ 9:28 PM EST

A2 I don't like trad homework, but I like when Ss are engaged and take that learning home (trying experiments, etc.) #saskedchat

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:29 PM EST

A2 - Such discussions are important because there are such binary arguments about homework when there really are many facets #saskedchat

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:29 PM EST

A2: Depends on how you define it. What does it look like? What is the purpose? #saskedchat

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:21 PM EST

#saskedchat It’s time for Myth 2. Homework - it’s Good/Bad. What say you? @CindySmith don’t miss this one!
In reply to @CindySmith

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:29 PM EST

That's just fun! #saskedchat

In reply to @heidi_paterson

BKorchinski Jan 19 @ 9:30 PM EST

but for some Ss could this not be more stressful than the "traditional" homework? #saskedchat

In reply to @webbkyle

stangea - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:30 PM EST

A2.3: Homework as a routine is not a virtue or helpful. #saskedchat

lawsonames - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:30 PM EST

Two teachers across the hall from one another are often not referring to the same thing either! :) #saskedchat

In reply to @ianhecht

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:30 PM EST

A2: Absolute worst kind of "homework" - kid is going on vacation during the school year, and parents ask for work for them to do #saskedchat

hoffman_april Jan 19 @ 9:30 PM EST

If students are excited to bring home what they are learning to share it with their parents it can be a definition of "homework" #saskedchat

webbkyle - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:28 PM EST

A2: I forget who said it, but it was someone on #saskedchat. Maybe homework could just be playing a board game with your family? #saskedchat

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:30 PM EST

Welcome to #saskedchat @LannySaretsky @00blahblah00 @heidi_paterson Great to have you join us tonight!

In reply to @LannySaretsky, @00blahblah00, @heidi_paterson

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:30 PM EST

#saskedchat A2: When students have homework, I try to make myself available to help via @RemindHQ Otherwise can lead to frustration

In reply to @RemindHQ

00blahblah00 Jan 19 @ 9:30 PM EST

Wait. What did you say? 🙃#saskedchat

In reply to @kwhobbes, @ianhecht

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:31 PM EST

Q3 coming right up #saskedchat

Chadillac60 Jan 19 @ 9:31 PM EST

How do you deal with the vacation "homework"? #saskedchat

In reply to @ianhecht

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:31 PM EST

Excellent point. I think you are very right. Those w/ less support need it the most #saskedchat

In reply to @mrj_wpg

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:32 PM EST

The Tyranny of Being On Task https://t.co/sajPb8LoLl #saskedchat

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:32 PM EST

The Tyranny of Being On Task https://t.co/tSFAgCUPA8 #saskedchat

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:32 PM EST

I know a principal who refuses. Extra work for teacher, usually for no reason. Kid will get caught up after. #saskedchat

In reply to @ianhecht

webbkyle - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:32 PM EST

Sure it could be, but hopefully "lower stakes". Assumes a lot of home support, but a lot of potential positives. #saskedchat

In reply to @BKorchinski

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:33 PM EST

Generally, I'll try to find out where they're going, and see if there's smth there that I can tie in to the lesson. #saskedchat

In reply to @Chadillac60

BKorchinski Jan 19 @ 9:33 PM EST

do you use this strategy in your classes? how do you find it? #saskedchat

In reply to @webbkyle

webbkyle - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:33 PM EST

I like it. I don't like calling it homework, but that's something we'd love all of our students to do every day #saskedchat

In reply to @hoffman_april

stangea - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:33 PM EST

I ask parents get them to demonstrate learning through conversation. Recall a story perhaps. Show a skill. #saskedchat

In reply to @BKorchinski

00blahblah00 Jan 19 @ 9:34 PM EST

A2: Homework. Lots of homework. TONS of hmwk. Hmwk E V E R Y day😦 AND It's ALL our fault. 😬🍎 #saskedchat

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:34 PM EST

Yeah, that's my fallback. "Enjoy your vacay & get caught up later." We all know when that work's getting done anyway :) #saskedchat

In reply to @tgrantt

MsSaretsky Jan 19 @ 9:34 PM EST

Anyone doing any flipped classroom homework? #saskedchat

hoffman_april Jan 19 @ 9:35 PM EST

I agree - the term 'homework' regardless of how we try to define it will always have a negative connotation for many families #saskedchat

webbkyle - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:33 PM EST

I like it. I don't like calling it homework, but that's something we'd love all of our students to do every day #saskedchat
In reply to @hoffman_april

stangea - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:35 PM EST

only on the request of parents... #saskedchat

In reply to @Chadillac60, @ianhecht

webbkyle - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:35 PM EST

I'm not directly in the classroom anymore, but if I were I'd try to do something like this at least once in a while #saskedchat

In reply to @BKorchinski

lawsonames - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:36 PM EST

I really hope one day I discover that my learning style ISN'T "late at night the night before it's due" but.. #saskedchat

In reply to @tgrantt, @ianhecht

BKorchinski Jan 19 @ 9:36 PM EST

and you find that Ss are being engaged in this? That it is working? #saskedchat

In reply to @stangea

webbkyle - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:36 PM EST

I used tom but then I'd just have Ss watch the videos in class instead. Still saved time and accomplished same goals #saskedchat

In reply to @MsSaretsky

ChelseyLASharpe Jan 19 @ 9:36 PM EST

I also think is good for parent to see what the kids are doing at school. We don't have to overload the kids #saskedchat

hoffman_april Jan 19 @ 9:35 PM EST
I agree - the term 'homework' regardless of how we try to define it will always have a negative connotation for many families #saskedchat
- webbkyle - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:33 PM EST
  
  I like it. I don't like calling it homework, but that's something we'd love all of our students to do every day #saskedchat
  In reply to @hoffman_april

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:36 PM EST

I don't do it nor do I expect my Ts to. Never gets done, extra work for T. Authentic learning?...nope. #saskedchat

In reply to @Chadillac60, @ianhecht

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:36 PM EST

#saskedchat Myth 3 - Differences in hemispheric dominance (left brain, right brain) can help explain individual differences among learners.

bcedchat Jan 19 @ 9:37 PM EST

#BCEdChat this Sunday! We're talking Parent Engagement in a Time of Change with @ChristineYH @CraigMah! #saskedchat #abedchat #onedchat

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:38 PM EST

"They can work on it on the plane while we're getting there" Yah right... #saskedchat

In reply to @FNGraham, @Chadillac60

00blahblah00 Jan 19 @ 9:38 PM EST

@lawsonnames @tgrantt #LearningStyles #SaskEdChat Also iFinally got more paper to draw. 😍#K12ArtChat

In reply to @webbkyle, @tgrantt

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:38 PM EST

Hard to align too w/what actually occurs in class while away. Gone are the days of read chapter 3 & do Qs. #saskedchat

In reply to @ianhecht, @tgrantt

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:38 PM EST

.@ianhecht @FNGraham @Chadillac60 I don’t even give ed students homework for holidays - do it when you get back! #saskedchat

In reply to @ianhecht, @FNGraham, @Chadillac60

ChelseyLASharpe Jan 19 @ 9:38 PM EST

This is true but some parents are still old school and believe students should be bring homework home. #saskedchat

In reply to @hoffman_april, @Seesaw

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:38 PM EST

One would hope... #saskedchat

In reply to @FNGraham, @tgrantt

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:38 PM EST

Good question, @BKorchinski Do you, @stangea , ever use Remind in the evening saying "Ask your kid to show/tel you xxxx"? #saskedchat

In reply to @BKorchinski, @stangea

webbkyle - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:38 PM EST

Please do! #saskedchat

In reply to @BKorchinski

Chadillac60 Jan 19 @ 9:39 PM EST

"Did you do this on the plane?" "No, last night when we got home!" #saskedchat

In reply to @ianhecht, @FNGraham

ambartosik Jan 19 @ 9:39 PM EST

A3 Nope. Another one busted. #saskedchat

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:39 PM EST

Front load! Got through M.Ed. that way. #saskedchat

In reply to @lawsonames, @tgrantt, @ianhecht

hoffman_april Jan 19 @ 9:40 PM EST

they have come up with some amazing apps to do just that @Seesaw is one of them! #saskedchat

In reply to @ChelseyLASharpe, @ChelseyLASharpe, @Seesaw

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:41 PM EST

.@tgrantt @BKorchinski @stangea best HW involves parents in some way - reading, deep discussions but not “doing math questions”! #saskedchat

In reply to @tgrantt, @BKorchinski, @stangea

00blahblah00 Jan 19 @ 9:41 PM EST

@lawsonames *Erases furiously* Always improving. Ahhh. *relief* #LearningStyles #SaskEdChat #K12ArtChat

In reply to @webbkyle, @tgrantt, @lawsonames

stangea - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:41 PM EST

yes... as often as I can remember to. #saskedchat

In reply to @tgrantt, @BKorchinski

beth_thomson Jan 19 @ 9:42 PM EST

A3: I don't think that a good measurement of how someone learns. #saskedchat

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:42 PM EST

A3: No. Cultural differences (especially culture of home) MUCH more profound. #saskedchat #causeIsaidso

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:42 PM EST

Work with those parents & provide options. Ex. practiced 6x table w/my son tonight. #saskedchat

In reply to @ChelseyLASharpe, @hoffman_april, @Seesaw

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:42 PM EST

A3: This one is up there with "we only use 10% of our brain". Argh. No. #saskedchat

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:43 PM EST

Sometimes I put things on @edmodo for those interested to do at home w/parents. #saskedchat

In reply to @ChelseyLASharpe, @hoffman_april, @edmodo

hoffman_april Jan 19 @ 9:43 PM EST

I have never heard of that before - thanks for the insight! #saskedchat

In reply to @FNGraham, @ChelseyLASharpe, @edmodo

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:44 PM EST

I'm convinced they just want their kids to suffer like they had to in school. #saskedchat

In reply to @ChelseyLASharpe, @hoffman_april, @Seesaw

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:44 PM EST

So I didn't just invent it? Damn. #saskedchat @MrsParisloff @BKorchinski @stangea

In reply to @MrsParisloff, @BKorchinski, @stangea

hoffman_april Jan 19 @ 9:45 PM EST

I agree - its hard to see how education has changed for the better if you aren't a part of it - keep parents informed #saskedchat

In reply to @ianhecht

mrj_wpg Jan 19 @ 9:45 PM EST

A2: kids should be kids. Explore interests. I try to encourage coding/scratch or drawing/guitar/street hockey #saskedchat

LannySaretsky Jan 19 @ 9:46 PM EST

there's still the myth that learning and fun do not mix #saskedchat

In reply to @ianhecht, @ChelseyLASharpe, @hoffman_april

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:46 PM EST

I will post a video, screencast or game we did w/link to share at home, for example. #saskedchat

In reply to @hoffman_april, @ChelseyLASharpe, @edmodo

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:46 PM EST

And Lucy could have been a cool movie, with a slight change to the premise! #saskedchat https://t.co/whjWS9nngu @ianhecht

In reply to @ianhecht

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:46 PM EST

There are people who rate schools based on the amount of homework kids have daily. More = better... Grrr. #saskedchat

In reply to @hoffman_april

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:47 PM EST

Which is weird, because we've all seen @BillNye, and The Magic Schoolbus... #saskedchat

In reply to @LannySaretsky, @ChelseyLASharpe, @hoffman_april, @BillNye

Chadillac60 Jan 19 @ 9:47 PM EST

Do you teach mathematical concepts through coding/Scratch? #saskedchat

In reply to @mrj_wpg

00blahblah00 Jan 19 @ 9:47 PM EST

iLike the way that's worded. It's surprising which Ps you win over through proper communication. #SaskEdChat @ianhecht

In reply to @hoffman_april, @ianhecht

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:47 PM EST

Sorry, @LannySaretsky that's not a myth. This is a fun-free zone. #saskedchat :) @ianhecht @ChelseyLASharpe @hoffman_april

In reply to @LannySaretsky, @ianhecht, @ChelseyLASharpe, @hoffman_april

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:48 PM EST

I regret seeing that movie. I felt dumber on exiting the theatre... #saskedchat

In reply to @tgrantt

lawsonames - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:48 PM EST

@Remind ideas make me miss my classroom! #saskedchat

In reply to @tgrantt, @MrsParisloff, @BKorchinski, @stangea, @remind

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:48 PM EST

You know who's good at that? @Everclyr #saskedchat

In reply to @Chadillac60, @mrj_wpg, @Everclyr

Chadillac60 Jan 19 @ 9:50 PM EST

Are you excited for Magic School Bus 360? #saskedchat

In reply to @ianhecht, @LannySaretsky, @ChelseyLASharpe, @hoffman_april

00blahblah00 Jan 19 @ 9:50 PM EST

📼💭Once Upon a Time In a ClassRM far away *Blurry📼* There lived a child who did not speak. 😬🍎1️⃣ #SaskEdChat

In reply to @hoffman_april, @ianhecht

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:50 PM EST

Hey, look what I found, #saskedchat

tamaratreber Jan 18 @ 9:01 PM EST

@alicekeeler @FowlLanguage_ When I became the parent of school aged kiddos, I stopped assigning HW. #ONedchat #Mindset #meaningfulwork

ChelseyLASharpe Jan 19 @ 9:51 PM EST

heck yeah. #saskedchat

In reply to @Chadillac60

hoffman_april Jan 19 @ 9:51 PM EST

I watch the Magic School Bus more than someone should admit to #saskedchat

In reply to @Chadillac60, @ianhecht, @LannySaretsky, @ChelseyLASharpe

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:51 PM EST

What is it? I'm still laughing over https://t.co/HPPoEE94NQ #saskedchat

In reply to @Chadillac60, @LannySaretsky, @ChelseyLASharpe, @hoffman_april

stangea - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:51 PM EST

the moments when everyone (24 stds) are having fun are rare. #saskedchat

In reply to @tgrantt, @LannySaretsky, @ianhecht, @ChelseyLASharpe, @hoffman_april

MsSaretsky Jan 19 @ 9:51 PM EST

So true, need to educate parents too #saskedchat

ChelseyLASharpe Jan 19 @ 9:38 PM EST

This is true but some parents are still old school and believe students should be bring homework home. #saskedchat
In reply to @hoffman_april, @Seesaw

00blahblah00 Jan 19 @ 9:52 PM EST

I've had a different perspective of Remind. #POV #SaskEdChat 😐

In reply to @tgrantt, @MrsParisloff, @BKorchinski, @stangea

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:52 PM EST

True, @stangea but if you can hit 80%... @LannySaretsky @ianhecht @ChelseyLASharpe @hoffman_april #saskedchat

In reply to @stangea, @LannySaretsky, @ianhecht, @ChelseyLASharpe, @hoffman_april

BKorchinski Jan 19 @ 9:53 PM EST

I dont think there is too much magic school bus #saskedchat

In reply to @hoffman_april, @Chadillac60, @ianhecht, @LannySaretsky, @ChelseyLASharpe

00blahblah00 Jan 19 @ 9:53 PM EST

Also Curriculum: TakeHome Letters Ps can ask Ss ~ ?s 📍home while 📖to them. #SaskEdChat

In reply to @tgrantt, @MrsParisloff, @BKorchinski, @stangea

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:54 PM EST

#saskedchat Myth 4 - Your Call - What’s one Ed Myth you’d like to see explode?

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:55 PM EST

A4: "Never apologize to students, you'll lose respect." (My cooperating teacher said that to me.) #saskedchat

Chadillac60 Jan 19 @ 9:55 PM EST

A4: Learning mathematics thru rote procedures vs conceptual understanding #saskedchat

MrsParisloff Jan 19 @ 9:57 PM EST

A4 The myth that the best way to improve student learning is to mandate teachers spend more assigned time teaching them. #saskedchat

00blahblah00 Jan 19 @ 9:57 PM EST

🙋🏻🔔📺 📰😬🍎Remakes MagicSchoolBus🚌 #SaskEdChat

In reply to @BKorchinski, @hoffman_april, @Chadillac60, @ianhecht, @LannySaretsky, @ChelseyLASharpe

ianhecht Jan 19 @ 9:57 PM EST

I would not have been a good teacher for any place that had that rule... #saskedchat

In reply to @kwhobbes, @tgrantt

Chadillac60 Jan 19 @ 9:57 PM EST

A4: Weekly spelling tests to increase accuracy in daily writing. #saskedchat

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:57 PM EST

A4:2 "Don't smile until November." Had a prof blow that up wonderfully, but can't do it in 140 characters. #saskedchat (maybe?)

FNGraham - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:57 PM EST

A4: Don't smile before Christmas. #myth #saskedchat #badadvice

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:54 PM EST

#saskedchat Myth 4 - Your Call - What’s one Ed Myth you’d like to see explode?

hoffman_april Jan 19 @ 9:57 PM EST

YES! Apologizing brings you to the same level - shows you are not perfect and make mistakes. Allows them to do the same #saskedchat

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:55 PM EST

A4: "Never apologize to students, you'll lose respect." (My cooperating teacher said that to me.) #saskedchat

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:57 PM EST

we just had a discussion about that in our house last night - much still to be done! #saskedchat

In reply to @Chadillac60

BKorchinski Jan 19 @ 9:57 PM EST

I think my internet has officially given up on me tonight. It was a great #saskedchat. Have a good Friday/weekend!!

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:58 PM EST

You mean we're all humans, @hoffman_april ? Rebel. #saskedchat (I like that.)

In reply to @hoffman_april

tgrantt Jan 19 @ 9:58 PM EST

U2, @BKorchinski #saskedchat

In reply to @BKorchinski

kwhobbes - Moderator Jan 19 @ 9:59 PM EST

.@ianhecht @tgrantt I tossed both of those early on, Saying sorry & laughing - two great opportunities for learning - for all #saskedchat

In reply to @ianhecht, @tgrantt

00blahblah00 Jan 19 @ 9:59 PM EST

A4: 💣#GrowthMindset G̶r̶o̶w̶t̶h̶ ̶M̶i̶n̶d̶s̶e̶t̶ M E T A C O G N I T I O N #saskedchat