Christie Mudd. 4th/5th grade AP teacher @GreenwoodElemen I love history and like many presidents, but I would have to say @BarackObama is my favorite. #JCPSChat
A1: I look in a variety of places for #sped resources. PD from #jcps for legal stuff. Resources I find from plc's and online. I learn best from innovators outside of school. #JCPSChat
A1. I am passionate about finding researched based learning. I was so excited about being able to talk directly to @Jechev and @Larryferlazzo directly on twitter and get their input to find new resources. Also CAL and @ColorinColorado for my ESL scholars. #jcpschat
A1. I find amazing resources from Twitter - when I read a book I love, I follow the author! @BIEpbl has great tools, too. The @JCPSDL office can also point you in the right direction. #jcpschat
A1- pick district resource brains- @PDLcoordJCPS and ask teachers what they need support with. I always put $ into Thinking Strategies. It works. I’ve worked a lot with OVEC over the years.
#JCPSChat
A1: I like to consider myself a collector of ideas. When I see or hear something I like, in my building, on Twitter, in class, at a PD, u of l summer camp, and talking with other teachers.. I will mash all the ideas together to fit my teaching style. #JCPSChat#ideacollector
@CommonLit is lit...erary...and just plain lit. It is a great place for standards-aligned articles and stories for students. It is grade-level appropriate and engaging. It comes with leveled questions that are modeled after Next-gen questions.
#JCPSChat
A1: PLC’s have been helpful this year in this area.. the JCPS science curriculum allows me to use techniques I get from there to be implemented. My colleagues are always sharing what they use. #JCPSChat
Our ESL resource teachers @amy_r_whitehead and twitterless Eli Beardsley alwas has an open door or quickly responds to email. Also our DL @PDLcoordJCPS expert has reached out.#jcpschat
A1: Last one.. But my @KyCTEPS tribe provided me with a lot of ideas that I built from this year. Then I attended @BIEpbl where I collected more ideas. #JCPSChat
Can we also acknowledge that @meme3rat is a walking professional resource herself? She knows where to find the answer to every question I've ever had. #jcpschat
A2- impact vs claim
- can it be used today?
- can it cross different buildings
"Research says.."
Is NOT a justification for what you want, it's lazy.
Where did the research come from?
What was the sample size?
What was the Student composition?
What was the agenda?
#JCPSChat
A2. I judge the quality of resources by their appearance (yep, #notashamed), organization, usability, recommendation, and whether or not its been edited for clarity and correctness before publication.
#JCPSChat
Q2) I feel more confident if I can see a video of the practice working or have seen data that it works. Sometimes with my kiddos they just lead me places and I recall something I've read and go for it! #Mixitup#jcpschat
Missy, GCC at Butler. Just lurking tonight...but letting you know I’m lurking so it’s not creepy. I don’t think I have a favorite president, but find Lincoln fascinating. #JCPSChat
A1- As a student who wants to become a teacher I believe to get the reasources for professional learning I would go to my core content teachers #JCPSChat
A1: My #1 go to are my colleagues and district resources first.Then I usually look at youtube, pinterest, research articles, books, and twitter #JCPSChat
A1: Last one.. But my @KyCTEPS tribe provided me with a lot of ideas that I built from this year. Then I attended @BIEpbl where I collected more ideas. #JCPSChat
A2. I judge the quality of PD resources by how easy it is for teachers (or other staff for that matter) to take back what they learned and implement it. Are they trying it, or do they revert to the status quo? Can they support each other? #jcpschat
Q2: there are many ways to judge the quality of professional learning, but I think the most important thing is what you, as the learner, put into it. You have to have a positive attitude to get the most bang for your buck!
#JCPSChat
A2: By the source and the depth of student thinking. Does it include a variety of visuals? Is it just a boring worksheet? Does it lend itself to collaborative learning? But also is it engaging. Not just for the kids, but me too. I don't like to be bored at work. #JCPSChat
A2: People will say data. But the true value of PD is not just an algorithm to apply in the classroom. Great PD changes your perspective, inspires creativity, and creates a professional network of teacher leaders for support. #JCPSChat
A2- the quality of going to my teachers as reasources for professional learning is very reliable, but if their not sure they make sure to find out for me to know. #JCPSChat
A1) My main guy I always lean on is @PrincipalKafele! His work is great. If you haven’t read up on him or seen him speak, you’re missing out. Moore is honored to be hosting him in March! #JCPSChat
A1) My main guy I always lean on is @PrincipalKafele! His work is great. If you haven’t read up on him or seen him speak, you’re missing out. Moore is honored to be hosting him in March! #JCPSChat
#shoutOUT to @mrkleinsenglish for his hard work with @KyCTEPS . He may not sing on the regs, but man does he ever sing this program's praises. Look into it, ya'll.
#JCPSChat
A1: Last one.. But my @KyCTEPS tribe provided me with a lot of ideas that I built from this year. Then I attended @BIEpbl where I collected more ideas. #JCPSChat
Q3: From @kids_inspire - What have been your most impactful prof. learning experiences in terms of positive and direct impact on your practice? #JCPSChat
A2. I judge the quality of PD resources by how easy it is for teachers (or other staff for that matter) to take back what they learned and implement it. Are they trying it, or do they revert to the status quo? Can they support each other? #jcpschat
A2: Data Driven choices. Will it excite my kiddos? Will they be authentically engaged? Those are the questions that are constantly in my head as I’m searching for resources! #JCPSchat
Q2: there are many ways to judge the quality of professional learning, but I think the most important thing is what you, as the learner, put into it. You have to have a positive attitude to get the most bang for your buck!
#JCPSChat
Q2)There has to be a passion to the product. A why! A story! I want the presenter or the resource to be a product of something that actually worked and something that is applicable to ME. #JCPSChat
A2: I always look at the source first. If I've never heard of the author/research behind it, it usually doesn't work in my classroom... unless my colleagues have had success with it. #JCPSChat
Q3: From @kids_inspire - What have been your most impactful prof. learning experiences in terms of positive and direct impact on your practice? #JCPSChat
A2: When I was in the #PhysEd and #HealthEd classroom, I looked for resources that were backed with data or from trusted sources in the field. #JCPSChat
A2: When I was in the #PhysEd and #HealthEd classroom, I looked for resources that were backed with data or from trusted sources in the field. #JCPSChat
A3- without a doubt Thinking Strategies by @PEBCorg . Used it as a teacher and admin in 4 districts. When done right it’s the game changer.
Second- Chamber of Commerce Principals Cohort. Outstanding PD focused on leadership.
#JCPSChat
A2: I can almost hear @FeliciaSmith25 posing an additional question:) "How can we show evidence of impact of our professional learning on student learning outcomes?" #JCPSChat
A2: True workshop and design thinking both caused me to throw out current curriculum and embed new PL. Deeper engagement, stronger class community and a desire to own learning from my kiddos provided me w/ the data I needed. #JCPSChat
The most impactful learning for me has come when I'm among like minded individuals who challenge my thinking and encourage me to push the envelope further! #deeperlearning@kids_inspire checked that box for me at #UKNextGen#jcpschat
A2: I always look at the source first. If I've never heard of the author/research behind it, it usually doesn't work in my classroom... unless my colleagues have had success with it. #JCPSChat
A3: I love PDs that are teacher lead! I am able to learn from my peers and also collaborate! We are in the classroom so it’s great to hear what other teachers are implementing! #JCPSChat
A3: The @UofLCEHD enrichment summer camp I have taught at for the past 8 years with Todd Brown and Caroline Sheffield. Many people in the chat have actually taught there too. @KyCTEPS@BIEpbl These are the three main things that have changed my teaching. #JCPSChat
A3: My best learning experience was a book study cohort on assessments. But it wasn't the book or the skills, it was active partnerships with teacher peers that had the same base knowledge that helped me to apply and grow beyond the skills. #JCPSChat
A3. @NISLorg was great for teaching me how to build a coherent school organization focused on achieving our vision. @UKyNextGen is great for putting instructional tools in our toolbox to ensure we reach our vision. #jcpschat
A3: Zoom!! Shout out to @mrkleinsenglish for leading that PD last summer. I used it once this year with one of my classes (tried to do more, buuut life). Tjey loved it and had fun with it. Im going ro try to use it once more this year. #JCPSChat
A3 I get the most out of professional learning when I can immediately see how I will use it in my classroom. II tend to like PD that has me up and doing as well as ones that include videos of what they are teaching me in action. #JCPSChat
A3) Almost everything that is my go to right now are thing I've learned at teacher led Pd's( thanks @meme3rat ) and the natural learning that happens when my scholars show me how they want to learn. #jcpschat
A3: I love teacher led PD because I can learn from their experiences! I also love PD that shows me ways to improve my practice and classroom the next day. #JCPSChat
A3: the most positive experience thus far was building a professional development plan in the beginning of my first year, being observed, and being given positive feedback from a professional on what I said I was going to do. It’s nice to see a plan fall in place. #JCPSChat
I am an active participant in the middle school science cohort of MSP FAS2T grant in liaison with U of L. This cohort has enriched my understanding of NGSS standards, created my "Tribe," and pushed me to think more deeply about student understanding.... #JCPSChat
Q3: From @kids_inspire - What have been your most impactful prof. learning experiences in terms of positive and direct impact on your practice? #JCPSChat
A2. Measurable effect size (Hattie); ease of implementation - is it doable? Sustainability - ongoing feedback and coaching (1 & done professional learning means it's done once and forgotten) #jcpschat
Q4: From @kids_inspire - What do you feel would be most beneficial for your prof. learning? What do you need NOW? What format might be best for your learning? #JCPSChat
A2. Measurable effect size (Hattie); ease of implementation - is it doable? Sustainability - ongoing feedback and coaching (1 & done professional learning means it's done once and forgotten) #jcpschat
Q3)I’ve been lucky to have some great PD (in some fantastic vacation spots I might add) but the AVID program always stretched me as both a teacher and an administrator. As a leader, I always enjoy anything @ASCD has to offer. Looking forward to their March conference! #JCPSChat
A3: The #JCPSDL Symposium last year really ignited a fire in me to go out and learn more! I was introduced to so many fabulous educators and have continued to follow up with resources that were introduced at the symposium. #JCPSchat
A3: Teacher-led PDs. I love learning from other teachers and I feed off of their positive energy. I learn best by just talking and listening to other teachers to get ideas to try. #JCPSChat
A3: @NISLorg has been eye opening and allows for direct impact in so many ways. The Deeper Learning Symposium was one of the best PLs. The energy from the sessions and keynote speakers was, and still is, unbelievable! #JCPSChat
Q3: From @kids_inspire - What have been your most impactful prof. learning experiences in terms of positive and direct impact on your practice? #JCPSChat
A4 As a fifth grade teacher, I would love to learn how to assist in the transition from elementary to middle school. Dealing with hormones would be awesome too 😂😂 #JCPSChat
A4: I believe the best professional learning experiences mirror what we would want to create in our students learning: options! PD that is offered around a central idea with different components is a great way to engage all! #jcpschat
A4: We need more professional learning time during school hours. This allows everyone to learn new strategies not just those who go after school or on the weekends. We need money for subs and the subs themselves so we can bring training to our school. #JCPSChat
A4: this has already been happening in our school, but I would like the chance to be in other teachers classrooms. I am all about gaining from real experience. I need to be there to see what I can take from it, not just be told. #JCPSChat
A4- my top 5:
MAP data analysis for teachers.
More trauma informed care.
More positive classroom culture work.
Thinking Strategies.
ESL inclusion.
Effective pullout intervention strategies.
#jcpschat
Q4: From @kids_inspire - What do you feel would be most beneficial for your prof. learning? What do you need NOW? What format might be best for your learning? #JCPSChat
Q4: From @kids_inspire - What do you feel would be most beneficial for your prof. learning? What do you need NOW? What format might be best for your learning? #JCPSChat
Excellent @janajay8 ! I tried to do the #observeme movement this year, but not one person has stopped by my class to offer feedback. I excel when peers/admin/other staff offer continuous feedback in a non-evaluative manner. #JCPSChat
A4. Prof. Learning is always its best when delivered by the right people. I need passionate, engaged speakers who are humble, but bold experts. I want to learn from those who have tried, failed, and succeeded, and want to spread that to others.
#JCPSChat
A4: We need cohorts of teachers that engage in year long PD across the district! Teachers live on islands in their contents. We need to build bridges, see outside of our own school cultures, and have grps that have time to reflect after active practice in the classroom #JCPSChat
A4. I love the format of the YouTube broadcasts by #KyGoDigital because you can watch live & chat or watch later. I also love these Twitterchats. Last year’s #JCPSDL Conference was great, too. @BIEpbl format works for Ts since they walk away with a developed unit. #jcpschat
Q3: I am apart of a cohort that works with @CTLonline and we are creating artful lessons for teachers to use I. The classroom! I’m working with teacher from all over #Jcps and it has been a great experience! #jcpschat
A3- Once again as a student I think the Biggest impactful Prof. Learning experience is having a DEEPER LEARNING CONVENTION. This allows me and my fellow peers to gain more information that some of us have not known out side the class room. #JCPSChat
Q4. I need more of my colleagues to PLC Deeper Learning ideas that we can collaborate and feel like we are on the same page. I need more sharing of new ways of assessing and ensuring that student's learning is as impactful as I want it to be. #jcpschat
A3: Teacher-led PDs. I love learning from other teachers and I feed off of their positive energy. I learn best by just talking and listening to other teachers to get ideas to try. #JCPSChat
A3: Teacher-led PDs. I love learning from other teachers and I feed off of their positive energy. I learn best by just talking and listening to other teachers to get ideas to try. #JCPSChat
Q5: From @JCPSVoice - Have you taken part in online/virtual professional learning? What was the subject? What impact did it have on your practice? #JCPSChat
A4: New and innovative ideas. Also, time to talk and get feedback from other teachers. I learn best by seeing and talking things through, so sometimes I need an outlet to do both. #JCPSChat
A4: We need cohorts of teachers that engage in year long PD across the district! Teachers live on islands in their contents. We need to build bridges, see outside of our own school cultures, and have grps that have time to reflect after active practice in the classroom #JCPSChat
A4: @mrkleinsenglish & @msdraewell are leading a virtual @jcpsvoice cohort on PBL. A virtual cohort like this enables PL to dig deep outside of the normal time frame and creates powerful asynchronous conversation that can be implemented directly in the classroom. #JCPSChat
A2. Measurable effect size (Hattie); ease of implementation - is it doable? Sustainability - ongoing feedback and coaching (1 & done professional learning means it's done once and forgotten) #jcpschat
A4: I believe the best professional learning experiences mirror what we would want to create in our students learning: options! PD that is offered around a central idea with different components is a great way to engage all! #jcpschat
A5. I am part of @ColorBraveJcps 's analog-digital Social Justice League cohort that meets in person AND on Google Classroom. The fusion of the both has fed my introvert/extrovert personality beautifully and gives me flexibility in my learning.
#JCPSChat
The best thing I did for myself last year was becoming a virtual learning facilitator through @JCPSVoice. It allowed me to step out of my comfort zone & lead professional learning about topics that I was passionate about. Also helps to break down the barrier of space. #jcpschat
Q5: From @JCPSVoice - Have you taken part in online/virtual professional learning? What was the subject? What impact did it have on your practice? #JCPSChat
A4)No particular order... Trauma/Mental health An effective intervention model that works in an academy high school Help with ESL inclusion Literacy across the curriculum #jcpschat
A5: I haven't taken part in many online learning sessions except for @KyCTEPS zoom meetings where we discussed our ideas. And Jcpschat if that counts. I don't know how focused I would be during an online pd. I would have to focus on focusing. #JCPSChat
A4: Probably not the most popular answer 😬 but I would love more Google Hangout / YouTube Live events at night. Much easier to get Momma duties out of the way to help ease the Momma guilt of always grinding 👩🏼🏫 #JCPSchat
The training I received through the #JCPSVoice training was invaluable to my professional practice. Having a calendar of virtual PD's for @JCPSKY educators could completely flip the way we think about #JCPSDL. #JCPSChat
A4: @mrkleinsenglish & @msdraewell are leading a virtual @jcpsvoice cohort on PBL. A virtual cohort like this enables PL to dig deep outside of the normal time frame and creates powerful asynchronous conversation that can be implemented directly in the classroom. #JCPSChat
@TeacherLadyKY@CalebJWest We need to think even further... cohorts outside our district too! I was able to connect with another science teacher from PA during the #ecet2 chat last night and learned SO much from him! #JCPSChat
A4: We need cohorts of teachers that engage in year long PD across the district! Teachers live on islands in their contents. We need to build bridges, see outside of our own school cultures, and have grps that have time to reflect after active practice in the classroom #JCPSChat
A5 @TeacherLadyKY and I rocked some literacy ones last year. It was amazing wearing shorts and a tie and nobody knew 😂😂 Plus we got to meet and learn from new people #jcpsvoice#JCPSChat
A5: I'm currently in the PBL cohort with @kdraewell and @mrkleinsenglish. It has been awesome so far! Also, meetings with @KyCTEPS. They cover everything and I LOVE them. I learn so much each time we meet. I have also participated in the #KYGoDigital snow day. #jcpschat
A5: No. District leaders need to provide more information and on site opportunities for teachers to learn and participate with district wide PD. I will look into @JCPSVoice immediately #JCPSChat
A5: I have taken part in many virtual PDs and meetings. I find the ability to be in my pajamas while learning professionally makes me more apt to focus and stay on task. #JCPSChat
5: I love the format of #KYGoDigital. During one of the snow days they had classroom teachers share so many resources. Here I was in pjs taking notes like crazy for over an hour #JCPSchat
A4: Probably not the most popular answer 😬 but I would love more Google Hangout / YouTube Live events at night. Much easier to get Momma duties out of the way to help ease the Momma guilt of always grinding 👩🏼🏫 #JCPSchat
A6- from the process standpoint it’s on demand engagement. Sitting in a PD can be soul crushing if it’s bad. If it’s no good and it’s virtual, move onto the next one- no lose of time.
Flip side- can be a lack of connection and follow up.
#JCPSChat
Love, like beyond words, activity on the #JCPSChat stream tonight. Busy writing grant w @LuSettlesYoung to get more support for your work so can't respond to everyone ... but know that I'm with you. This is the right work, for the right reasons, at the right time. #DoSomething
A6: I love the idea of virtual learning experiences! Look at the success Kahn Academy has had with student achievement. Being able to digest at your own pace and archive and return to during implementation is huge for success! #jcpschat
A6. I think @meme3rat also answers A6 with her response below. Teachers are a mix of so many jobs wrapped into one. When we learn in our comfort zones, we can seek success in that delicate balance between work and life and family.
#JCPSChat
A5: I have taken part in many virtual PDs and meetings. I find the ability to be in my pajamas while learning professionally makes me more apt to focus and stay on task. #JCPSChat
A6 We don't have to find a babysitter, so we have more opportunities to attend. Most daycares close at 6, so online PD eliminates us missing seeing our own children #JCPSChat
First time joining in! I've done a great deal of oyo PD concerning better implementing technology in the classroom. I recently joined in on the KY GoDigital event when we were all snowed in and loved it! Made me think that virtual plc's might be good. #JCPSChat@Brown_Principal
A6. Ongoing feedback, discussion, and coaching is a logistical challenge. Online/virtual interaction is a potential solution for facilitating this more efficiently, maybe even more effectively. #jcpschat
Fellows, if you haven't jumped into #JCPSChat tonight, it's worth a search later tonight or in the morning. Incredible breadth of professional learning resources. #HSGEdChat
Q6. Learning to be better is a passion. Being able to do it in spare time,snow days.. not having to get ready and be at a place saves more time to meet everyday life challenges while learning..in our car, bedrooms. laundry rooms and libraries. #jcpschat
A6: It can give different perspectives. I can hear from those who are doing similar things as me in other buildings while also hearing from completely different situations from teachers in older grades. Also, I get to connect and grow with each person I meet. #jcpschat
A6 By building your professional learning network digitally through avenues like Twitter, Instagram, or webinars, you have access to more knowledge. Your knowledge isn't limited to your teammates, your building, or your district anymore. #jcpschat
A6: Imagine virtual live viewing of professional learning in practice! Imagine curriculum maps becoming curriculum warehouses that are fluid and relevant to YOUR student population. Imagine networking w/ people who teach the same everything, whenever to our needed it! #JCPSChat
Many people have trouble keeping up! Remember that you can go back and search #JCPSChat to see what you missed. Be sure to click LATEST when you are searching.
A6)Virtual PD experiences leave very little time for downtime...just naturally more engaging. Despite the physical human contact I think there tends to be a different level of comfort in conversation and debate as well. #JCPSChat
A6: I personally like that is in my own comfort zone and I feel more vulnerable to share my thoughts/beliefs. Also, I think that it can reach out to more people since there's not a hustle to get to a location right after a hard days work. #JCPSChat
Virtual learning allows comforts and needs to be met. I did one where it was interactive by having the participants find materials online and share #JCPSChat
A7- Proudly taking a team of teachers and 2 students out to San Diego to represent JCPS and Moore at the @hightechhigh Deeper Learning Symposium in March. Learning and showcasing what we have going on. #JCPSchat
Love, like beyond words, activity on the #JCPSChat stream tonight. Busy writing grant w @LuSettlesYoung to get more support for your work so can't respond to everyone ... but know that I'm with you. This is the right work, for the right reasons, at the right time. #DoSomething
A7. Months away, but Deeper Learning Symposium got me in the feels last June. Also looking forward to any and all local #edcamps. Also, #technoversity!
#JCPSChat
A7: I'm going to the Google summit in March which I'm pretty pumped about. @UKyNextGen session 7: exhibition day is coming up soon. Can't wait to see everyone's success stories. My wishlist: visiting other cities/countries schools and educators. #JCPSChat
Q7) My next goal is to get with our #JCPSDL group and improve on my practice and then share it with my colleagues because they need to do this too! #jcpschat I've been on our site and think I'm on the right track but need feedback.
A6 We don't have to find a babysitter, so we have more opportunities to attend. Most daycares close at 6, so online PD eliminates us missing seeing our own children #JCPSChat
6: This is not glamorous but if tech won’t work T can get burned-Quick “just in time” support videos can help get to the meat and potatoes instructional technology in classroom. #JCPSchat
A7- Proudly taking a team of teachers and 2 students out to San Diego to represent JCPS and Moore at the @hightechhigh Deeper Learning Symposium in March. Learning and showcasing what we have going on. #JCPSchat
A7: im looking forward to the Deeper
Learning convention this summer. Looking forward to the district ironing out some core values to this otherwise vague idea. Lots of potential. #JCPSChat
A7: I would like to learn more about DL since I missed the symposium last year. I'm planning on attending this year. EdCamps, Twitter chats- #ecet2 and #KYGoDigital#JCPSChat
A7.2- sending @TraciBurke06, Ms Hatfield, and our SRO to @ASCD in Boston in March.
5 more teachers to Thinking Strategies at OVEC in March.
Got some good stuff coming up.
#jcpschat
A7: Today I attended Poverty and the Brain, later this week is the KY School Counselor Conference, and in March is aligning School Counseling Standards with Hip Hop! Equally excited for all of them 💯 #JCPSchat
A7: JCPS Deeper Learning Symposium (fingers crossed!) and @KyCTEPS meetings. Also, the PBL cohort and daily learning from my colleagues as we begin to implement more deeper learning strategies along with PBL. #jcpschat
A7- Proudly taking a team of teachers and 2 students out to San Diego to represent JCPS and Moore at the @hightechhigh Deeper Learning Symposium in March. Learning and showcasing what we have going on. #JCPSchat
A7: I'm looking forward to the @JCPSDL Symposium, June 6-8. We'll be having an expanded social media lounge with challenges and additional tech sessions - several times each day! #JCPSDL#JCPSChat
A7)I am excited to attend the @ASCD Empower conference in March! It’s a long list of wonderful educators! Also looking forward tk the @JCPSKY Deeper Learning Symposium this summer. #JCPSChat
From @JCPSVoice - Did you know that @JCPSKY is currently taking applications a new cohort? Be trained to lead virtual PD for credit hours. #JCPSChat DM @kiphottman for more info.
