#6thchat Archive | Participate

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:00 PM EST

Welcome to #6thchat! Please introduce yourself, where you teach and what subjects! Thank you for joining us tonight!

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:00 PM EST

@missnikkihahn Here's a NWP resource: https://t.co/fZ5iKYZl45 #5thchat #6thchat

In reply to @PaulSolarz, @missnikkihahn

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:00 PM EST

@missnikkihahn Here's a NWP resource: https://t.co/BUWZeVudUU #5thchat #6thchat

In reply to @PaulSolarz, @missnikkihahn

participatechat Jan 24 @ 9:00 PM EST

Participate in the upcoming #6thchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/p3iLKYlq5e

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:01 PM EST

Greetings! So excited to be here tonight with all of you! I'm Kristin and teach ELA and SS in Lansing, MI! #6thchat

SamReisman93 Jan 24 @ 9:01 PM EST

Hello #6thchat, I'm back this week after being sick last week. I'm Sam and I teach 6th ELA in Waukegan, IL

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:02 PM EST

Welcome back Sam! Hope you are recovered! So much crud going around! #6thchat

In reply to @SamReisman93

Ms_Mielke Jan 24 @ 9:02 PM EST

Hello, #worldgeochat #sdedchat and #6thchat Ladonna from Mobridge, SD - MS Social Studies Teacher!

Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:02 PM EST

Misty in Georgia teaching 6th ELA here for #6thchat for a bit before bedtime

teachk12abc Jan 24 @ 9:02 PM EST

I'm Cynthia and I teach 6th grade in Cerritos, CA. #6thchat

Rachael_SMUMN Jan 24 @ 9:03 PM EST

Hi everyone! Rachael, Rochester, MN. I teach math and science #6thchat

PrincipalSmart Jan 24 @ 9:03 PM EST

Glad to be here on time for a change. Michelle, principal and 6th grade ELA teacher from Saskatchewan, Canada. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:04 PM EST

We use a Q1/A1, Q2/A2 format. New questions will tweet every 6 minutes. Please follow one another & ask other Qs as you like! #6thchat

thedevineone Jan 24 @ 9:04 PM EST

Excited to make it to #6thchat tonight. 6th gr ELA teacher from Ohio.

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:04 PM EST

Hey #6thchat, can't remember who wanted to talk classroom environment, but I have a fabulous guest moderator lined up for next week on this!

JudiHolst Jan 24 @ 9:04 PM EST

Hi, I teach public speaking and coach teachers in Colorado. Worn out, but I wanted to check in. #6thchat

rolandteach Jan 24 @ 9:04 PM EST

Finally made it to #6thchat, YAY! I'm Monica & I teach ELA.

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:06 PM EST

Hi Judi!! So happy to see you! Thanks for coming, tired and all! #6thchat

In reply to @JudiHolst

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:06 PM EST

Question 1 is on the slide! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:06 PM EST

Hi Monica! So glad you are here! #6thchat

In reply to @rolandteach

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:07 PM EST

A1) Mentor texts, guided brainstorming, have Ss focus on topics that are meaningful to them! #6thchat

SamReisman93 Jan 24 @ 9:07 PM EST

A1: Offer various writing prompts to allow Ss the chance to prepare writing on what they want #6thchat

Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:07 PM EST

A1) Student choice allows for my most engaged and creative writers #6thchat

thedevineone Jan 24 @ 9:08 PM EST

A1 Lots of choice. Started argum. writing today. Many boys excited to write why Atlanta will win Superbowl, having fun researching. #6thchat

PrincipalSmart Jan 24 @ 9:08 PM EST

A1 I often struggle with teaching writing, but trying to insert as much choice as possible helps with engagement. #6thchat

rolandteach Jan 24 @ 9:08 PM EST

Q1: A lot of personal/free writing. Sharing of my own writing. #6thchat

JudiHolst Jan 24 @ 9:08 PM EST

A1: Give them an authentic purpose and audience. That is the only way they'll care, when grades aren't a factor. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:06 PM EST

Question 1 is on the slide! #6thchat

Ms_Mielke Jan 24 @ 9:08 PM EST

#6thchat A1 I try to come up with multiple options for writing, even this year in Social Studies

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:09 PM EST

So important to share our own writing and to write beside our students! Powerful results happen! #6thchat

In reply to @rolandteach

Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:09 PM EST

Sharing your own writing is great for modeling and conversations. #6thchat

In reply to @rolandteach

teachk12abc Jan 24 @ 9:09 PM EST

A1- I try to encourage reluctant writers to brainstorm...get those ideas on the page in the beginning #6thchat

littlemacf650 Jan 24 @ 9:09 PM EST

I really have a hard time with writing. I know I need to do it more and it needs to be personalized #6thchat

thedevineone Jan 24 @ 9:10 PM EST

A1 Offer diff. ways of presenting their writing. Doesn't always have to be essay. Hold gallery walks to share our writing. #6thchat

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:11 PM EST

Hello #6thchat sorry I am late. Just got in from an exciting night of basketball! ELA from Indiana

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:11 PM EST

Social studis offers some great argumentative writing opportunities, too. Nice! #6thchat

In reply to @Ms_Mielke

littlemacf650 Jan 24 @ 9:11 PM EST

A1 We are 1 to 1 this year so hoping the computers will help, also new LA curriculum #6thchat

JudiHolst Jan 24 @ 9:11 PM EST

Gallery walls are great. Blogging is another great way to make it purposeful. #6thchat

In reply to @thedevineone

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:12 PM EST

Question 2 is on the slide! #6thchat

Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:12 PM EST

Great Idea. Choice in prompt and finished product. #6thchat

thedevineone Jan 24 @ 9:10 PM EST

A1 Offer diff. ways of presenting their writing. Doesn't always have to be essay. Hold gallery walks to share our writing. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:12 PM EST

I agree...grades do NOT motivate writers to do their best. They want to know what to do to be "done" & get best grade. #6thchat

In reply to @JudiHolst

PrincipalSmart Jan 24 @ 9:12 PM EST

A1 If we have struggled through a longer writing piece, then I try to add some choice and do something lighter. #6thchat

littlemacf650 Jan 24 @ 9:12 PM EST

what do you recommend for blogging? #6thchat

In reply to @JudiHolst, @thedevineone

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:13 PM EST

A2) Use Mentor Texts to launch brainstorming; use @padlet to share ideas or Answergarden, use post-its, 3D objects (legos, etc) #6thchat

In reply to @padlet

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:13 PM EST

Read my mind for question 2! #6thchat

In reply to @teachk12abc

hoffmanteambret Jan 24 @ 9:13 PM EST

Grades kill creativity in write, Creativity is intrinsic, grades external. #6thchat

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:13 PM EST

I am always amazed at how many teachers don't write themselves. This is so important! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:09 PM EST

So important to share our own writing and to write beside our students! Powerful results happen! #6thchat
In reply to @rolandteach

thedevineone Jan 24 @ 9:13 PM EST

A2 Find it helpful to save last years group of kids topic ideas. It gives them a starting point and often a springboard to topic. #6thchat

Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:13 PM EST

A2: Ss choose a character, setting, emotion, conflict, etc. from different jars and create a story from those picks. #6thchat

JudiHolst Jan 24 @ 9:14 PM EST

A2: @padlet to share ideas. Quickwrites. Random noun generator. TALKING TO EACH OTHER. 😉 #6thchat

In reply to @padlet

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:12 PM EST

Question 2 is on the slide! #6thchat

littlemacf650 Jan 24 @ 9:14 PM EST

where do you get mentor texts? #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser, @padlet

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:14 PM EST

So true! #6thchat

In reply to @hoffmanteambret

SamReisman93 Jan 24 @ 9:15 PM EST

A2: 1 Way I can think of is to think of literature that has been read recently or things Ss are interested in to get them started #6thchat

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:15 PM EST

Not only audience but feedback needs to be more important than grades. Grades=fixed mindset. Feedback=growth mindset. #6thchat

JudiHolst Jan 24 @ 9:08 PM EST
A1: Give them an authentic purpose and audience. That is the only way they'll care, when grades aren't a factor. #6thchat
- mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:06 PM EST
  
  Question 1 is on the slide! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:15 PM EST

It is important for Ss to see we struggle too. I let them watch me stumble, cross out, groan, and re-write. #6thchat

In reply to @Teachr4

teachk12abc Jan 24 @ 9:15 PM EST

A2- brainstorming: write everything that pops into your head even if you think it's "wrong" #6thchat

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:16 PM EST

How do you feel it has changed you as a teacher? #6thchat

rolandteach Jan 24 @ 9:15 PM EST

@mrskochheiser I was one of those Ts. I began writing and blogging to become a better writing T.
In reply to @Teachr4, @mrskochheiser

hoffmanteambret Jan 24 @ 9:16 PM EST

This OR Fan write, adopt a story line from fav show and rewrite, gets juces going like write w/train wheels. #6thchat

Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:13 PM EST

A2: Ss choose a character, setting, emotion, conflict, etc. from different jars and create a story from those picks. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:16 PM EST

That sounds fun...a different take from Storycubes. I like it! #6thchat

In reply to @Stanton_Lit

PrincipalSmart Jan 24 @ 9:16 PM EST

I love this idea! #6thchat

Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:13 PM EST

A2: Ss choose a character, setting, emotion, conflict, etc. from different jars and create a story from those picks. #6thchat

Rachael_SMUMN Jan 24 @ 9:16 PM EST

I love padlet!! It's great for student feedback as well :) #6thchat

In reply to @JudiHolst, @padlet

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:17 PM EST

It depends on what my topic is. Here's a site with some examples. https://t.co/iE2SLRzhpe #6thchat

In reply to @littlemacf650, @padlet

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:17 PM EST

It depends on what my topic is. Here's a site with some examples. https://t.co/oLLNyRA3Nc #6thchat

In reply to @littlemacf650, @padlet

thedevineone Jan 24 @ 9:17 PM EST

We use weebly. #6thchat

In reply to @littlemacf650, @JudiHolst

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:18 PM EST

Question 3 is on the slide! #6thchat

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:18 PM EST

A2 If you have not seen the book Heartmaps by @GeorgiaHeard1 you need to get this for generating ideas. #6thchat Great book!

In reply to @GeorgiaHeard1

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:18 PM EST

.@rolandteach @mrskochheiser Love to hear this from teachers! #6thchat

In reply to @rolandteach, @mrskochheiser

PrincipalSmart Jan 24 @ 9:18 PM EST

A3 My biggest struggle is motivating my struggling writers. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:19 PM EST

A3) Keeping Sacred Writing Time sacred. Ensuring that Ss have time to explore and write without being rushed. Always feel rushed. #6thchat

thedevineone Jan 24 @ 9:19 PM EST

A3 Giving authentic feedback on 90 papers and following through and making sure I have time to conference with each child. #6thchat

Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:19 PM EST

A3: Giving feedback in a timely manner while reading 100 different papers is a challenge. Google Docs as helped. #6thchat

SamReisman93 Jan 24 @ 9:19 PM EST

A3: Recognizing that teaching writing doesn't have to boil down to one big essay a quarter #6thchat

hoffmanteambret Jan 24 @ 9:19 PM EST

A3 Getting S to take risks and STOP worrying about grammer and punctuation. Killers of "flow" #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:19 PM EST

Love that book. #6thchat

In reply to @Teachr4, @GeorgiaHeard1

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:19 PM EST

A3 Time, time, and time. I am adding 10 minutes of writing to start class. right now we read 10 min. Need to alternate. #6thchat

JudiHolst Jan 24 @ 9:19 PM EST

I'm really hoping someone else mentions the blogging site I can't think of, so I can sleep tonight. #6thchat #blogging

littlemacf650 Jan 24 @ 9:19 PM EST

thank you.. how do you find people to look at kids' work? #6thchat

In reply to @thedevineone, @JudiHolst

Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:19 PM EST

Looks like we are on the same boat. Have you used Google Docs for writing and real time feedback? #6thchat

In reply to @thedevineone

teachk12abc Jan 24 @ 9:20 PM EST

A3- giving feedback in a timely manner #6thchat

Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:21 PM EST

Yes, I keep telling Ss to just write, don't stop, don't fix, just write. #6thchat

In reply to @hoffmanteambret

JudiHolst Jan 24 @ 9:21 PM EST

A3: One word: grading! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:18 PM EST

Question 3 is on the slide! #6thchat

Rachael_SMUMN Jan 24 @ 9:21 PM EST

A3: trying to get students to write in math class is a huge challenge, writing isn't just for language arts #6thchat

littlemacf650 Jan 24 @ 9:21 PM EST

sounds like a good idea...maybe I need to do this too.. #6thchat

In reply to @Teachr4

rolandteach Jan 24 @ 9:21 PM EST

A3: TIME!!! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:21 PM EST

@littlemacf650I love Nothing Every Happens on 90th Street. Ss draw a map of neighborhood after reading & stories from their street. #6thchat

thedevineone Jan 24 @ 9:21 PM EST

We are in the same boat. :) I have used google docs and it does help but still time consuming. #6thchat

In reply to @Stanton_Lit

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:22 PM EST

Yes! @KellyGToGo calls this the 4x4! #6thchat

In reply to @KellyGToGo

SamReisman93 Jan 24 @ 9:19 PM EST

A3: Recognizing that teaching writing doesn't have to boil down to one big essay a quarter #6thchat

hoffmanteambret Jan 24 @ 9:22 PM EST

Love to tell S to "Puke" on the paper. It wont be pretty but we can fix anything! Writing superpowers!! #6thchat

Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:21 PM EST

Yes, I keep telling Ss to just write, don't stop, don't fix, just write. #6thchat
In reply to @hoffmanteambret

Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:22 PM EST

Agree. I like mixing the end product up so I am not giving feedback on papers every time. #6thchat

In reply to @thedevineone

JudiHolst Jan 24 @ 9:22 PM EST

On @KidblogDotOrg, you can hook up with other classrooms and have easy access to their blogs. Also give code to share with fam. #6thchat

In reply to @littlemacf650, @thedevineone, @KidblogDotOrg

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:23 PM EST

Amen! #6thchat

In reply to @rolandteach

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:23 PM EST

Read the book Make Writing by @AngelaStockman Here https://t.co/TfQxvvkIka #6thchat

In reply to @PrincipalSmart, @AngelaStockman

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:23 PM EST

Read the book Make Writing by @AngelaStockman Here https://t.co/t1q8qLpBIg #6thchat

In reply to @PrincipalSmart, @AngelaStockman

SamReisman93 Jan 24 @ 9:23 PM EST

I'm not sure if I've heard of this before. Can you please expand? #6thchat

In reply to @Teachr4, @KellyGToGo

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:24 PM EST

Question 4 is on the slide! #6thchat

teachk12abc Jan 24 @ 9:24 PM EST

I've had students submit writing through Google Classroom...comment and grade online #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:24 PM EST

Agree! Do you use Doctopus and Goobric with Google Docs? Has made my ability to give feedback so much better! #6thchat

In reply to @thedevineone

Ms_Mielke Jan 24 @ 9:24 PM EST

#6thchat - I have students write thoughts at the end of each day's notes - no right / wrong, but must explain what they learned / thought

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:25 PM EST

A4) Blog book reviews, research & write about their name, culture or other family history & share on class website #6thchat

thedevineone Jan 24 @ 9:25 PM EST

I don't. Can you tell me more about Doctopus and Goobric? #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:25 PM EST

.@ruth_ayres has some great resources and videos for making assessment manageable. #6thchat https://t.co/1yMnwwXzIj @JudiHolst

JudiHolst Jan 24 @ 9:21 PM EST
A3: One word: grading! #6thchat
- mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:18 PM EST
  
  Question 3 is on the slide! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:25 PM EST

Do you use Doctopus and Goobric for your grading on Google Docs? Makes life easier! #6thchat

In reply to @Stanton_Lit

SamReisman93 Jan 24 @ 9:25 PM EST

A4: This is something I want to do more of, but blogging is the big one that comes to mind #6thchat

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:25 PM EST

I so need to learn this! #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser, @Stanton_Lit

Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:26 PM EST

Not yet but I will be checking them out. #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser

thedevineone Jan 24 @ 9:26 PM EST

It's a challenge. We sometimes partner up with other schools in our district. #6thchat

In reply to @littlemacf650, @JudiHolst

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:26 PM EST

Seesaw? Kidblog? #6thchat

In reply to @JudiHolst

PrincipalSmart Jan 24 @ 9:26 PM EST

Thanks! I will check that out. #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser, @AngelaStockman

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:27 PM EST

Yes! My teaching partner talks about how she does it. Using Padlet to discuss problems, or write problems is fun! #6thchat

In reply to @Rachael_SMUMN

rolandteach Jan 24 @ 9:27 PM EST

Blogging! We use @seesaw for blogging...does anyone else? Want to connect? #6thchat

In reply to @Seesaw

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:27 PM EST

.@samreisman93 Here is his blog post. #6thchat https://t.co/Z7Sjbkvo1U

In reply to @SamReisman93

SamReisman93 Jan 24 @ 9:23 PM EST

I'm not sure if I've heard of this before. Can you please expand? #6thchat
In reply to @Teachr4, @KellyGToGo

Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:27 PM EST

A4: Blogging and book reviews are my first thought. #6thchat

teachk12abc Jan 24 @ 9:29 PM EST

will have to check this out! #6thchat

In reply to @rolandteach, @Seesaw

rolandteach Jan 24 @ 9:29 PM EST

A1: Allowing Ss to use emojis in their no formal writing helps with writing fluency. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:30 PM EST

Question 5 is on the slide! #6thchat

emirick_haro Jan 24 @ 9:30 PM EST

Need creative ideas for students who don't have acces to the internet at home. #5thchat #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:31 PM EST

A5) Be a painter: Tell first, create frame. Then, go back into frame to add dimension use figurative language, adjectives, adverbs #6thchat

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:31 PM EST

Have you read The Journey is Everything a book about writing essay sby @KatherineBomer? another great resource. #6thchat

In reply to @SamReisman93, @KatherineBomer

teachk12abc Jan 24 @ 9:32 PM EST

A5- encourage Ss to add dialogue. Once they start they can't stop #6thchat

Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:32 PM EST

I like this!! I also tell my Ss to paint me a picture so I can visualize your words. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:31 PM EST

A5) Be a painter: Tell first, create frame. Then, go back into frame to add dimension use figurative language, adjectives, adverbs #6thchat

SamReisman93 Jan 24 @ 9:32 PM EST

A5: Teach Ss to do more than the bare min. Get them free writing so they don't have fear of grade #6thchat

Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:33 PM EST

A5) I ask lots and lots of questions in my feedback so they are forced to add details. #6thchat

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:34 PM EST

I did a summer book study with a group of Ts. wonderful experience for opening eyes of essaying. #6thchat

In reply to @SamReisman93, @KatherineBomer

thedevineone Jan 24 @ 9:34 PM EST

A5 I love signposts from Notice and Note bk. They get students thinking about moments that occur in all books/transfer to writing. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:35 PM EST

There are a couple of video tutorials about attaching rubrics thru Doctopus & Goobric. https://t.co/TB0QGcAB32 #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:35 PM EST

There are a couple of video tutorials about attaching rubrics thru Doctopus & Goobric. https://t.co/RsLXk0qdTy #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:36 PM EST

Question 6 is on the slide! #6thchat

rolandteach Jan 24 @ 9:36 PM EST

A6: Choice! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:37 PM EST

A6) Interactive writing: They like writing for ea other w/ blogs, padlet, collab. docs; they like to comment on ea other's ideas #6thchat

SamReisman93 Jan 24 @ 9:37 PM EST

A6: Choosing their own topic and writing about what they want to write about #6thchat

PrincipalSmart Jan 24 @ 9:37 PM EST

A6 When they are in control and have the freedom to choose. #6thchat

Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:37 PM EST

A6: Free Write Fridays - Ss choose what they get to write about and they love it. #6thchat

thedevineone Jan 24 @ 9:37 PM EST

A6 My kids love to work on novels/story writing during their free time. Not for a grade, just for fun. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:38 PM EST

Here's the tutorial I used. I went step by step w him on it Took a few times to be a routine #6thchat https://t.co/TB0QGcSbUA

In reply to @thedevineone

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:38 PM EST

Here's the tutorial I used. I went step by step w him on it Took a few times to be a routine #6thchat https://t.co/jjr8tkBNkj

In reply to @thedevineone

JudiHolst Jan 24 @ 9:38 PM EST

@Seesaw - Winner, winner, chicken dinner! Thank you! #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser, @Seesaw

Ms_Mielke Jan 24 @ 9:39 PM EST

#PLN is awesome on Twitter #sdedchat, #worldgeochat and #6thchat refresh my thinking, plus offer a change to go "What if?" or "Any ideas..."

lenessakeehn Jan 24 @ 9:36 PM EST

A5 #sdedchat With just about everything, I use Twitter! #gafe #gafe4littles #StuVoice & various edchats are what I refer to!

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:39 PM EST

A6 Choice seems to be the overwhelming answer for this question! #6thchat

thedevineone Jan 24 @ 9:39 PM EST

I was just introduced to it this year. Powerful read. Great way to have a common lang. during rd aloud. #6thchat

In reply to @rolandteach

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:39 PM EST

Do you use both fiction and nonfiction? #6thchat

In reply to @thedevineone, @rolandteach

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:40 PM EST

Monica this is so simple and true! #6thchat

In reply to @rolandteach

JudiHolst Jan 24 @ 9:41 PM EST

A6: Like question #1, when it is meaningful and not just for the tchr. I have 60 students in a novel-writing club...by choice. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:36 PM EST

Question 6 is on the slide! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:42 PM EST

Question 7 is on the slide! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:42 PM EST

Now you can sleep tonight! Yea! #6thchat

In reply to @JudiHolst, @Seesaw

thedevineone Jan 24 @ 9:42 PM EST

So far I've only used it for fiction. They do have a nonfiction bk. I haven't purchased it yet. #6thchat

In reply to @Teachr4, @rolandteach

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:43 PM EST

A7) Teach a 5 paragraph essay! Teach that writing has X number of lines in each paragraph! Break out of the formula writing #6thchat

teachk12abc Jan 24 @ 9:43 PM EST

Does anyone have experience with nanowrimo? https://t.co/gNx1DBJ9g8 #6thchat

JudiHolst Jan 24 @ 9:43 PM EST

A7: Avoid reading their email while Ss are writing. Ha. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:42 PM EST

Question 7 is on the slide! #6thchat

Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:44 PM EST

A7) Teachers should stop teaching one size fits all model for writing. 5 paragraphs with 10 sentences each...UGH #6thchat

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:44 PM EST

Yes! Ss are shocked when I tell them a paragraph can be one sentence! Then I show a blog post with an example. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:43 PM EST

A7) Teach a 5 paragraph essay! Teach that writing has X number of lines in each paragraph! Break out of the formula writing #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:44 PM EST

In answer to the question what not to do, this is my answer! :) Worried that folks think I advocate these...I don't! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:43 PM EST

A7) Teach a 5 paragraph essay! Teach that writing has X number of lines in each paragraph! Break out of the formula writing #6thchat

JudiHolst Jan 24 @ 9:44 PM EST

A7: Have all kids write on the same topic to be turned in just for a grade. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:42 PM EST

Question 7 is on the slide! #6thchat

SamReisman93 Jan 24 @ 9:44 PM EST

A7: Teach writing by just doing it in giant lumps every so often, make it authentic and year-round #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:45 PM EST

I know! My Ss know that "them is fightin' words." ;) When a Ss asks, other Ss say, "Why are you asking that?" #6thchat

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BedleyBros Jan 24 @ 9:45 PM EST

#6thchat

GSPlayDay Jan 24 @ 9:42 PM EST

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thedevineone Jan 24 @ 9:45 PM EST

A7 Overwhelming when u give them too much feedback. Praise them on a strength and give them one area to focus on to improve. #6thchat

Rachael_SMUMN Jan 24 @ 9:45 PM EST

I just had my s's write a paper for science and I don't know how often they asked how many sentences they needed #6thchat

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mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:45 PM EST

Or FB and Twitter too! #6thchat

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Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:46 PM EST

Or "How long does it have to be?" #6thchat

Rachael_SMUMN Jan 24 @ 9:45 PM EST

I just had my s's write a paper for science and I don't know how often they asked how many sentences they needed #6thchat
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Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:47 PM EST

I know my Ss are counting sentences when I get the random "And that is my essay on..." #6thchat

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mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:47 PM EST

I call that Test Prep Writing. We never do that unless I'm prepping for tests! Not authentic writing #6thchat

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Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:47 PM EST

A7 Avoid "not writing" - double negative means to just do it! :) #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:48 PM EST

Yes, or teaching poetry writing only in April. #6thchat

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Rachael_SMUMN Jan 24 @ 9:48 PM EST

Oh if I had a quarter every time I heard that... yuck #6thchat

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teachk12abc Jan 24 @ 9:48 PM EST

#6thchat does anyone have experience with nanowrimo? Novel writing in class... https://t.co/gNx1DBJ9g8

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:48 PM EST

Unfortunately it is the world we live in. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:47 PM EST

I call that Test Prep Writing. We never do that unless I'm prepping for tests! Not authentic writing #6thchat
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mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:49 PM EST

A8) Don't correct every mistake; find what is good and build on that; meet the writer at the end of their pencil, not yours. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:49 PM EST

Question 8 is on the slide! #6thchat

Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:49 PM EST

I always answer, "When you are done." #6thchat

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mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:49 PM EST

Me too! :) #6thchat

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mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:50 PM EST

Next Week: We will be talking about classroom environment & rethinking classroom space w/ the fabulous @WeverWorld !Jan 31 at 9EST #6thchat

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mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:50 PM EST

Unfortunately we still have too many Ts teaching writing with this frame of reference. De-programming Ss is tough. #6thchat

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Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:50 PM EST

...was inspired and supported by a writing community. My writing communities are my lifeline. Ss need to feel that too. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:49 PM EST

Question 8 is on the slide! #6thchat

SamReisman93 Jan 24 @ 9:51 PM EST

A8: To give Ss tons of authentic chances to write on different topics #6thchat

Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:51 PM EST

A8) to set Students free with nothing to hinder their creative ideas. #6thchat

rolandteach Jan 24 @ 9:51 PM EST

...allowing Ss the freedom to write was so much more effective than telling them what to write. #6thchat

TCrawford2011 Jan 24 @ 9:52 PM EST

Lurking in chats help me take more risks in our classroom. Thank you!!#ATAssess #6thchat

PrincipalSmart Jan 24 @ 9:52 PM EST

A8 Not sure about the best idea ever, but we just finished "6Things You Should Know About..." from ESPN. Students liked it. #6thchat

rolandteach Jan 24 @ 9:52 PM EST

A6...allowing Ss the freedom to write was so much more effective than telling them what to write. #6thchat #6thchat

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:52 PM EST

If you want to jumpstart your writing life, try joining Two Writing Teachers for the Mar. writing challenge #6thchat https://t.co/5vFZtzRMQR

Ms_Mielke Jan 24 @ 9:52 PM EST

Gotta go, #sdedchat #worldgeochat #6thchat - have company arriving! Have a great night, and thanks for the awesome ideas!

mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:52 PM EST

I love all of the positive messages everyone is sharing! Great advice! #6thchat

thedevineone Jan 24 @ 9:53 PM EST

A8 having a writer's club Friday morning before school. Donuts, kids, teacher all writing stories, novels, sharing, community fun. #6thchat

rolandteach Jan 24 @ 9:53 PM EST

A8: ...allowing Ss the freedom to write was more effective than telling them what to write. #6thchat

Stanton_Lit Jan 24 @ 9:54 PM EST

Signing out a little early. Great chat tonight. Thanks @mrskochheiser and see you all next week. #6thchat

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thedevineone Jan 24 @ 9:54 PM EST

Had a former student email me today. Wants to start a writers club at his new school and wanted some tips. Made my day. :) #6thchat

PrincipalSmart Jan 24 @ 9:54 PM EST

Great idea! Check this out @mrssroom #6thchat

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thedevineone Jan 24 @ 9:53 PM EST

A8 having a writer's club Friday morning before school. Donuts, kids, teacher all writing stories, novels, sharing, community fun. #6thchat

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:54 PM EST

How many do you have usually attend? #6thchat

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mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:55 PM EST

Win! The torch has been passed on through another person! Love it! #6thchat

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teachk12abc Jan 24 @ 9:55 PM EST

have you looked into nanowrimo? Novel writing starts in November and goes all year. https://t.co/gNx1DBJ9g8 #6thchat

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thedevineone Jan 24 @ 9:55 PM EST

Every yr varies. I start it up in Feb. and run to end of year. Last yr averaged about 15 kids. #6thchat

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mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:56 PM EST

Have heard of it but have not checked into it further. #6thchat

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thedevineone Jan 24 @ 9:56 PM EST

No, I'll check it out. Thanks. #6thchat

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Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:56 PM EST

Starting in Feb would be a great to keep up the momentum before testing! I like this idea. #6thchat

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PrincipalSmart Jan 24 @ 9:57 PM EST

Thanks for the writing ideas! Always walk away from #6thchat with so many ideas. Enjoy the rest of your week!

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:57 PM EST

Two Writing Teachers is the most welcoming community of writers. Let me know if you want more info. #6thchat

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mrskochheiser - Moderator Jan 24 @ 9:58 PM EST

Thanks everyone for these terrific ideas! See you next week! #6thchat

Teachr4 Jan 24 @ 9:59 PM EST

Thank you @mrskochheiser for another great chat! Love this topic! #6thchat

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thedevineone Jan 24 @ 9:59 PM EST

Thanks Kristin for a great chat. Glad I could be here. Enjoy the rest of your week. #6thchat

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