#COLchat Archive
Monday 9-10 p.m. EST. Building a Culture of Learning. "We invite all educators, parents, students and any member of a school community to join our mission of moving away from compliance to create and foster a true COL."
Monday August 15, 2016
Thank you for joining tonight as we discuss opportunities! I am co-host Adam Hartley, Supt. of
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Tonight we are chatting about OPPORTUNITIES.
Lauren Raleigh. Spanish teacher and aspiring teacher leader! Thanks for having me!
Hola! Welcome, Lauren! https://t.co/k6TsOMH2dT
Lauren Raleigh. Spanish teacher and aspiring teacher leader! Thanks for having me!
I am here from Michigan for an OPPORTUNITY to learn from my PLN!
Who else is with us for ? Are you back to school with students?
Ben, AP in Forsyth County, GA
Kristin Keith- 6th grade ELA :)
Jim Kitchen Swartz Creek Principal
Excited to be with for its entirety tonight. Happy Monday, y'all.
Ryan in Flint! MS Soc. Studies teacher! I welcome tonight's opportunity for learning!
Basil Marin from Norfolk Virginia, at risk alternative student advocate and champion!! Excited to be a apart of this chat tonight!
YAY! Welcome, Dakotah! We are excited you are here! https://t.co/DCVVx1a95S
Excited to be with for its entirety tonight. Happy Monday, y'all.
Bob Hetherton, Director of Special Ed. Mt. Morris, Mi.Holding a teething baby who is currently sleeping, trying to keep it that way
Arthur Chiaravalli, English 12 and AP English teacher, from Haslett, MI. Met in person last week
Cheryl, middle school principal from PA. Looking forward to tonight's
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Hi! Adam from VA Beach. K-12 Principal
Don't move! Keep that baby sleeping. Also sending continued prayers for your mom. https://t.co/NAPoqg0Zlw
Bob Hetherton, Director of Special Ed. Mt. Morris, Mi.Holding a teething baby who is currently sleeping, trying to keep it that way
Good evening. Matt, Elem Asst Principal, from Kansas City. Dropping in for a bit
Dakotah in the house for the entirety!
Hi Julie, VP & CoFounder consulting company/husband & wife team from the Tampa Bay Area of Florida
So great to have your input tonight!
Doing well. Have my oral comps tomorrow so needed to clear my mind and think of something else. What better than
Todd Checking in ... Science teacher from Warren MI -- Multi tasking with olympics on
Kelli, excited to join in from Austin!
Isn't Twitter awesome? We have an OPPORTUNITY to connect with educators who are making an impact around the world! 24/7
We DVR the Olympics so we can cut through the ads.
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Good evening everyone! Steven a Middle School Assistant Principal from Missouri
Hi there, Steven! Thanks for joining!
Q1 Why is creating opportunities for others so important in a culture of learning?
Robert from Los Angeles. Ready to being teaching year 24 tomorrow!
I am seeing some new faces tonight. Please remember to use the hashtag in every tweet to deliver your thought to the convo!
A1: W/o opportunity, we cannot see the true potential of our Ss or Ts. We need the chance to make mistakes.
RT
Q1 Why is creating opportunities for others so important in a culture of learning?
A1 Creating opportunities means you have removed a barrier. By doing this you have opened a door of love for learning & growth.
A1: Ownership is key in a Culture of Learning- everyone must have opportunities to lead.
A1: Opportunities lead to growth mindset, people see they can contribute and grow! People don't like just being there
A1 provides new opportunities to reflect and see new perspectives and ideas of others
Daniel, middle school math teacher, Birmingham, Al
A1: When you give others opportunities to decide what they learn or how they learned it allows the Ss to go deeper in the subject
Greetings from Allen, Tx!
A1 Learning begins with opportunity
A1: Some people may be hesitant to try new things unless they are provided the opportunity
A1: opportunities allow everyone to have the chance to contribute
The openness to make mistakes creates the culture to take risks!
A1: We work as a team. Creating opportunities is a key way we lift each other up and learn together.
A1 we all possess diff strengths. Opportunities allow us all to learn from & with one another. Together we are stronger
A1 Without opportunities, it would be a culture of compliance. Who wants to learn under those conditions?
All of us need the chance for failure. How can we succeed otherwise?
https://t.co/rZIwIwk9l3
A1: We work as a team. Creating opportunities is a key way we lift each other up and learn together.
A1 Teaching & learning should be all about opportunities, adventure, exploration, insight, wisdom, creativity, & passion!
A1:Doing is where the true learning takes places
A1: As an effective educator it is important to be a life long learner and to lead by example! Learning from others is key!!
A1: opportunities = chance for discovering so many new things
thanks for having me, excited for another great
A1-if you provide safe opportunities and I fail I am safe to try again. If I succeed and it feels good, I will try again=growth
A1. Have to create a culture of lifelong learners. Create opportunities to grow = coalition of leaders
A1 gives the learners a voice and choice
Life long learner!
Lead by example!
https://t.co/NOx1nXhAcB
A1: As an effective educator it is important to be a life long learner and to lead by example! Learning from others is key!!
A1: When there are opportunities to do great things, it brings excitement and hope.
A1: Learners want to grow, move up.... "If you aren't busy living you are busy dying!"
A1 Creating opportunities for others helps them think about themselves in new light.Reach for something new.Learn about themselves.
A1:Doing is where the true learning takes place.
A1: Creating an opportunity for others IS the essence of a COL. Beyond important, it is the backbone of COL.
A1 we all have leadership skills. Opportunities allow some to shine in ways never imaginable
Allowing failure as an opportunity helps drive the want for success.
A1: The default can so often be a culture of competition, culture of scarce rewards both among Ts and Ss. Self-fulfilling prophesy.
4th grade teacher from MN! First :)
Trust is essential to allow for this failure as well. We must know we are going to be safe when we fail. https://t.co/Xo5ur2LE6w
Allowing failure as an opportunity helps drive the want for success.
A1: Providing a true culture of learning is about passing on the opportunities that were afforded to us all at some point to grow
A1 Creating opportunities for others allows new leaders to emerge.
I agree and many times we do not provide our students with an opportunity to fail
Working towards opportunities for others, for all cultivates collaboration which fuels innovation https://t.co/alufajsZcZ
A1: The default can so often be a culture of competition, culture of scarce rewards both among Ts and Ss. Self-fulfilling prophesy.
A1 Peps learn when they are allowed opportunities. L occurs when opportunities are strategically planned https://t.co/abWncOH7Rv
Q1 Why is creating opportunities for others so important in a culture of learning?
For sure! I am grateful for the opportunity to be a school leader. Thanks to ! https://t.co/jLGo4FD9xh
A1 Creating opportunities for others allows new leaders to emerge.
I enforce the saying "Failure is an option, not an outcome," in my classroom. It takes time but Ss buy in.
A1: creating opportunities = cultivating potential
I spy with my little eye.... both Halls are lurking!
Not only see but take action!
A1a So much true learning is an accident. Most lesson plans are roadblocks.
Q2 How will you create amazing opportunities for your students this year?
Learning is doing. Opportunities provide for learning. Spark curiosity and you unleash COL A2 https://t.co/k8oZcaWX0M
Q1 Why is creating opportunities for others so important in a culture of learning?
A1-No extrinsic reward is greater than the internal feelings of safety or satisfaction. Opportunities can provide those
A1: Part of the reason why I believe teacher PD needs to expand to include concepts
A1b Truly innovative teachers are really good at, essentially, jumping the hell out of the way.
This!
https://t.co/x36m398pmD
A1-No extrinsic reward is greater than the internal feelings of safety or satisfaction. Opportunities can provide those
A2 ask them how they will contribute to ... learning, school, community? Empower them to seek opportunties, create plans & celebr8
A2: Opportunities come when you don't shut the door and allow all ideas in: My students will make the opportunities my help
Q2 applying PBL and using UDL and SAMR as a way for redesigning of my assessments for more S-driven environment
A2: Expose Ss to as many ways to express learning as possible. Teach them how to build their own unique voice through their work.
RT Q2 How will you create amazing opportunities for your students this year?
A2: Empower admin to empower T's to empower Ss. It is a constant wave of encouragement!
https://t.co/qG6PjA3XVD
If the majority of teachers, who are highly educated professionals, couldn't answer questions on your test, why ask them to kids?
A2. Currently collaborating with educators from Taiwan and Singapore to create leaning opportunities for our Ss.
https://t.co/9XN6uLVvAk
A2: Opportunities come when you don't shut the door and allow all ideas in: My students will make the opportunities my help
A2: As a librarian, I will not only provide Ss w/ resources, I will provide them w/ learning experiences and community connections
Freedom!!!! https://t.co/rOOA05L4R3
A2: Empower admin to empower T's to empower Ss. It is a constant wave of encouragement!
Ownership ensures participation at high levels! We all have something to lose/gain https://t.co/6KdjlYsnoH
A1: Ownership is key in a Culture of Learning- everyone must have opportunities to lead.
A2 This begins by listening to students. Learn about them. Then create the circumstances for them to fly! https://t.co/7mTLAZn4h3
Q2 How will you create amazing opportunities for your students this year?
A2: Flood my classroom/building with ideas, never say no, lend a hand when needed: MAKE IT HAPPEN
A2: For my alternative students creating opportunities for them to leave school campus and practice their social skills.
A2 Increase the positives and remove the negatives...opportunities rise to the top.
Checking in a bit late. Elementary Principal and Curriculum Coordinator
A1 People need to do-opportunities afford them the privilege of doing the best they can.
Create the wave of opportunity!
https://t.co/cH8BQWW7P3
A2: Empower admin to empower T's to empower Ss. It is a constant wave of encouragement!
Yes! Starting out each day with a smile and confident introduction
A2: By finding ways to say yes to their ideas instead of reasons to say no. They have great ideas, just need to help along the way.
A2: Give Ss a voice in the classroom, we started a Student Leadership Team for PBIS, Ss from different groups, to get more S voice
A2) Empower and encourage teachers to take risks and create fun and challenging opportunities with a real world focus.
A2 give choices on how to demonstrate learning, UDL and PBL incorporated w/visible learning
A1 We never know when the light bulb is going to turn on for Ss. We need to create moments for those light bulbs to turn on!
Also, where possible, empower Ps as part of the process/journey
Never too late for us! Welcome Mike!
I'm looking forward to giving my students choice this year https://t.co/3emX22PwLX
A2: By finding ways to say yes to their ideas instead of reasons to say no. They have great ideas, just need to help along the way.
A2 To create opportunities for students, first give them voice+ choice in their leading and learning. Ideas will grow from there.
"Being positive won't guarantee you'll succeed. But being negative will guarantee you won't." https://t.co/vvdD8rjQnK
A2 Increase the positives and remove the negatives...opportunities rise to the top.
A2: Providing opportunities for Ss to decide how to access information & engage in learning- choice not just for products
A1 So right Michele. Compliance doesn't lead us to new grounds. Positivity & risk-taking do.
A2 Creating opportunities for Ss = new perspectives, open doors, endless possibilities & potentials. Expansion, connections & depth
A2: Form student groups and give student survey. Process reality of programming offered
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So important in a COL!!!
https://t.co/cbq1w9UNdU
A2 To create opportunities for students, first give them voice+ choice in their leading and learning. Ideas will grow from there.
A2: posing questions, allowing time for Ss to create them themselves
A2: Incorporating . More choice and voice, open source generally.
Q2 I'm redesigning the writing workshop to be less like a class & more like a social gathering: https://t.co/mdoBFuhlIH
A2 Remove obstacles that are within my power in order for others to excel
Dave in Iowa joining a bit late burt excited to learn with the crew. HS SS BTW
A2 create a culture where Ss are encouraged to take risks in a safe, nurturing environment. https://t.co/aynrUxd4i0
A1 Grow leaders from inside to watch the greatness appear.
A2: One of our sts' opportunity will be to learn true meaning of GRIT & how it can predict their future and success
Stoping in to learn from the best!
A2) Students need choice/autonomy, meaning for their work, and have a personal connection with their classmates and teacher.
Jump on in Dave, the water is warm!
A2:By giving them the autonomy to create products that are curtailed to their interest, but content specific
A2: Stay open to ideas, make sure you don't create unnecessary road blocks, remain positive
A2: Create Opps for Ss by observing more closely & practicing mindfulness ... Then take the plunge! https://t.co/PfvcIFS1rI
A2 Elem Ss are going to help develop community service projects to promote giving back to our community
Yes! Let them know it's okay to fail but don't set them up for failure
A2: Studentss must have a voice and a choice. Our T's do a great job of this
good point! Easy to be negative....
A2: Students must have a voice and a choice. Our T's do a great job of this
is back on Aug 25th - thanks for asking!
Q3 Name an adversity that you are facing. How can it be reframed into an opportunity?
That's wonderful! I hope some of your Ts join to share! https://t.co/L1cQtDdLHd
A2: Students must have a voice and a choice. Our T's do a great job of this
A2 Global Read Aloud, Global Cardboard Challenge will provide some neat opportunities
A2 should be innovative challenges for Ss to use their in collaborative ventures
A3 providing students authentic assessments and/or problems to solve
Saying "no" right away kills the drive. Allowing Ss to work out their ideas could open the doors of learning.
RT
Q3 Name an adversity that you are facing. How can it be reframed into an opportunity?
Hi Megan from Schaumburg Il jumping in late!
RT Q3 Name an adversity that you are facing. How can it be reframed into an opportunity?
Joining a little late hope everyone is doing well
A3: adversity: Lack of funding for hands on science projects: Opportunity to reach out to the community for help
A3. Making sure I make an impact at various levels. Strengthens my ability to work with a variety of stakeholders
A3 keeping the s's best interests and needs in mind. Asking ourselves the WHY do we do what we do
A2: I started the year with a - great opportunity to build content knowledge, teamwork, and COL.
A3: Getting people to come on board with - SBL, choice, etc. - opportunity to help lead peers to meaningful change.
A2 should rock throughout each building in every district this year.
A3: One is getting an email from upset Ps. Turn it into an opportunity by making a phone call in reply and making a connection!
So important! Do NOT shut the door of a potential opportunity!!! https://t.co/lQg6rboUG5
Saying "no" right away kills the drive. Allowing Ss to work out their ideas could open the doors of learning.
A3 Funding. We can build community connections for many of our needs. https://t.co/wbHnBNFQFE
Q3 Name an adversity that you are facing. How can it be reframed into an opportunity?
A2 buddy classroom stem challenges where younger Ss can learn from & with older Ss
It's one of the few chats I participate in. Always a great crew!
A2 Choice leads to amplified voice!
A3-any adversity can be an opportunity, it's all about your perspective. Not a lot different from half full half empty thinking
Let's get it started, let's get it started in here! Dave is in the house! https://t.co/EL4k0DLYy6
Dave in Iowa joining a bit late burt excited to learn with the crew. HS SS BTW
A3: This yr I am working in the same course as teachers that still use points & percents. I want to show them the light of
Doing well, Chuck!! Jump on in!
A2 Provide a culture of YES at the onset to power up the of learning.
A3: Implementing new initiatives for 2016 - T eval, innovation, time. More "work" but focus should be on improvement at all times
A3 The key to contentment. Focus on positive & turn an attitude of gratitude into actions of appreciation. https://t.co/zpihfd1KKa
Q3 Name an adversity that you are facing. How can it be reframed into an opportunity?
A3: Exactly what I am facing. Planning to apply for a technology grant. First time for everything. https://t.co/uBovzlQjpt
A3: adversity: Lack of funding for hands on science projects: Opportunity to reach out to the community for help
That is so meaningful to and me! Thank you! https://t.co/i5KSmEteKK
It's one of the few chats I participate in. Always a great crew!
A3: Limited resources =adversity = opportunity to look at things differently, which can provide opportunity
You can do it Megan!
https://t.co/dcgfs24A6T
A3: This yr I am working in the same course as teachers that still use points & percents. I want to show them the light of
Perspective! You GET TO hold a teething baby while some people are unable to conceive.
get to vs. have to https://t.co/T1lSRom7mt
A3-any adversity can be an opportunity, it's all about your perspective. Not a lot different from half full half empty thinking
A2 Provide a culture of YES at the onset to power up the of learning.
Establish a culture of problem solving
A3 differentiated PD for specials Ts - early release time devoted for ALL Ts to learn & grown to meet individual needs
A3: being defined by job titles
A3.1 - Every adversity I face stems from state level issues (funding). Our community is pulling together to support Ss.
Finding ways to NOT say no +instead facilitate S problem finding+solving is a great learning opportunity. https://t.co/iiRkurgyUW
Saying "no" right away kills the drive. Allowing Ss to work out their ideas could open the doors of learning.
A3: Many of my Ss believe that they are not capable of being successful. I must teach that Failure + determination= success!!
A2: adversity not enough tech to use regularly: Opportunity Find work arounds like BYOD / non-tech methods
we need better PD and I want to do a lot of effective technology integration this year with staff and faculty
A3: Being a black sheep. The opportunity is keep building my PLN, finding my tribe, but also to work on my humility!
A3: Challenge = making COL the regular/norm, not just a piece of how we operate ... Fitting COL into tangible/assessable?
A3: I am also teaching a course my Dept lead said is dying so don't bother making improvements...I don't know how to not improve
I agree. We are making it a focus to offer voice & choice within our PD for ALL Ts
Keep moving forward, Arthur! https://t.co/qY797EXgIJ
A3: Being a black sheep. The opportunity is keep building my PLN, finding my tribe, but also to work on my humility!
A3.2 - State funding is an opportunity for all Ts to educate our non Ed friends about school funding. Most people just don't undstd
A3 Scheduling the time to serve kids and support staff is a challenge, but I enjoy working to make everything fall in place.
a3 with that said, perspective is influenced by past experiences and feelings. Neg exp may overwhelm and hinder ability to see opp
Good things will happen when the community comes together for the kids! https://t.co/VTpI9UaaHg
A3.1 - Every adversity I face stems from state level issues (funding). Our community is pulling together to support Ss.
Broad spectrum of learners in same class. High achievers learn to lead and low ach. learn from classmates. https://t.co/MQpws0FJqW
Q3 Name an adversity that you are facing. How can it be reframed into an opportunity?
Make your own path - we know you will - you will revive it I predict. https://t.co/q5VUoCv6xK
A3: I am also teaching a course my Dept lead said is dying so don't bother making improvements...I don't know how to not improve
Yes! In-school collaboration should be something every admin tried to fit in
Q4 What opportunities do you provide for adult (staff) learning and growth?
A3 Keep life in perspective. Everyone struggles w/ adversity.
Q4 OR.....what opportunities are provided for adult (staff) learning and growth in your school? https://t.co/jgi4KKnuF3
Q4 What opportunities do you provide for adult (staff) learning and growth?
A4 some PD, staff retreats, open to join committees and teams
A4: The opportunity for self reflection is key. Then support to grow.
A3 This is what a is for, to encourage our community. Someone you know, may want to give up right now. Be the light!
A3: Ps who have had a negative education experience. Often can deter learning opportunities. Communication is key.
RT
Q4 What opportunities do you provide for adult (staff) learning and growth?
I am running an admin retreat today and tomorrow for
A4: Conversation without judgement. Allow Ts to ask questions and experience change without being pushed
A4: Open classroom to anyone who wants to check it out plus encouraging risk-taking among peers.
I want to observe many of my teachers this year for some new possibilities! Nice point
A4: Our admin. is very open to sending us to PD we feel most benefits us. No cookie cutter PD plan for all.
A4 Our teacher lab structure is built into the school day & has been a game changer for staff growth.
A4: our school holds a monthly "Breakfast Club" hosted by Ts for Ts to learn about new tech and/or best practices!
the reason I am thankful for crying children/dirty dishes/dirty clothes, bc it means i am blessed to have them
A3 Its easy to see what is wrong w/Ed. I see what is right & where I can impact! Adversary=Growth
A5 Opportunities to mentor & serve others.
A4. As a P, I'm trying to provide PD that is about professional and personal growth. Handle logistics through email
LYNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN! I miss you! https://t.co/aRL2hM5woM
A3 Its easy to see what is wrong w/Ed. I see what is right & where I can impact! Adversary=Growth
A4 Need to nurture a where get to know faculty & staff and it's ok to ask ?s, take risks, even fail
A4: Lucky to work where I do. Two amazing staffs that I'm constantly learning from.
A4.2: We have the opportunity do peer observations and learn from each other. Feedback helps us improve.
A4 renovating our school to offer more collaborative spaces
A4: PD determined by PLCs - what do they want/need to learn?
I'm hosting and facilitating teacher labs for Ts in other districts who are novice modeling instructors https://t.co/QvRJbvNkB4
Q4 What opportunities do you provide for adult (staff) learning and growth?
A4: Department Meetings and Professional Development. New teacher mentoring program, teachers need to know they are not alone!!
Ts observing other Ts and reflecting on the impact on student learning=
https://t.co/CrsmGvMREr
A4.2: We have the opportunity do peer observations and learn from each other. Feedback helps us improve.
A4: This year I am providing a private FB group for teachers everywhere to collaborate. Hope to provide growth and Learning
A4-depends on what their strengths, interest, and desires are. Didn't we just talk about student choices-Must have staff choices 2
Way to put yourself out there, Cindy! Very proud of you! https://t.co/FSe0gl16lU
I'm hosting and facilitating teacher labs for Ts in other districts who are novice modeling instructors https://t.co/QvRJbvNkB4
Q4 What opportunities do you provide for adult (staff) learning and growth?
A4: When leading PL, I'm a conversational guide. Teachers are professionals, we just need to share our ideas.
A4: Adult learning Opps=inviting convo & embracing conflicting ideas. Find/Make connections outside of zone https://t.co/ykHThAwMeX
A4: Providing adults a safe place to fail and succeed with the opportunities inherent to our profession-COL101
I would like to learn more about a teacher mentoring program. Any info. Or advice would be great!
Collaboration = Growth. We can't do it all by ourselves.
Great idea! & are creating a new mentor program for https://t.co/3QgPPKQwBM
A4: Department Meetings and Professional Development. New teacher mentoring program, teachers need to know they are not alone!!
A4: Leading a group that's reading Grading Smarter, Not Harder
A4: I led 2 sessions during our PD days on using Twitter to join a PLN...it changed people's minds about Twitter
Exciting to see all of the opportunities for staff lrng that are being shared. I worry abt the schools that don't have these opps.
A4 share the activities used in the class and the results, ask how it can be better
would love to discuss this with you! I'm looking into this
A4 providing opportunities for Ts to lead learning, PD/training, develop teacher leaders at grade level & content area to lead team
Q5 What opportunities do students have to show they have learned and mastered (besides a test)?
My goal is to visit every peer's classroom in my building and leave positive feedback within the first semester.
A4
- Encourage+support staff goal setting.
- Foster voice and choice for staff.
- Provide opportunities for collaboration.
Did they really buy it? Do you have a resource to share?
A4: I need to improve in creating opps for adults. As Lead fellow I am trying to help others elevate their voice.
A4 provides daily period for teacher collaborative collective learning and inquiry
A5: Project/Capstone showcases, performances, etc... Take opportunity to allow for creativity
RT Q5 What opportunities do students have to show they have learned and mastered (besides a test)?
A5. Student presentations. Debating a thesis or hypothesis among peers.
A5: We perform, create music, discuss verbally, discuss in writing, and any other way they choose.
A4. Ive seen alot of success through number chats so far this year.
A5: Student choice writing opportunities - they apply the content to the assessed standards - 3 or 4 times each semester.
A5 perform, produce, problem solve, make them teacher-for-the-day! Anything for them to choose and be engaged
We need to crowdsource the answers to Q4 and Q5. Amazing opportunities for learning!!
I surveyed many science Ts about ways I can support. I will provide an opportunity to bring same subject Ts together
We had a day long last year and taught a section. Everyone got to share their learning with those who attended.
A5. Students willingness to contribute to the topics discussion.
A5. Life application. Being a friend taking up a cause. Compassion
A5 I want to see and a synchronized interpretive dance to demonstrate learning!
We can do that!
https://t.co/tdLAGNZp8t
A5 I want to see and a synchronized interpretive dance to demonstrate learning!
A5: PowerPoint presentations, oral presentations and allowing students to teach back to other peers.
A5: In darker news there is a standardized arts test being kicked around in MI. Very disappointing.
A5 I'm moving away from focusing on mastery to progressively moving forward & deeper, no matter how proficient or struggling a S is
I'm looking into presenting at this year at OU! Hope to see you there
NOOOOOOO! Are you serious?
Oh no!! What a crusher! If you believe in it, go for it!! https://t.co/Q86dBtjYfc
A3: I am also teaching a course my Dept lead said is dying so don't bother making improvements...I don't know how to not improve
A5 in different formats is an ex of opportunities for Ss to show what they've learned/mastered
Flipped classrooms are awesome https://t.co/XW1nAnKWMO
A5: PowerPoint presentations, oral presentations and allowing students to teach back to other peers.
A5 projects in anyway they want to show mastery
https://t.co/kF5BnGtCpf
A5: working portfolios that document original misconceptions/areas of weakness, & then continue to grow w/ work samples and reflections
Tell me more. Struggling Ss moving forward?
A5: Providing reflective feedback to us about their (Sts) learning is a measurement in itself.
I sat across the room from those Ts while I was writing items for another test last year.
This is my entire action research project for grad school! I'm so passionate about it
https://t.co/8PyZLprUhX
A5: Providing reflective feedback to us about their (Sts) learning is a measurement in itself.
A5 Student choice on ways to showcase what they know.
A5 In spec Ed I encourage Ts to dig deeper into Ss strengths to find new and creative ways to demonstrate learning-I don't care how
A5 we are going to begin planning capstone challenges/ projects at each school level, go develop S ownership of learning
Focus on one need/gap/refinement at a time. Keep it small & manageable to build confidence & grit. https://t.co/eQxYC9wkPt
Tell me more. Struggling Ss moving forward?
ugh. I feel bad for them but worse for the kids who will need to be taught to that test.
A5: A community student showcase with a Q/A session. I want to do something like this at the end of the semester.
Ahhh, building on strengths rather than deficits. Yes!
I would love to do this too!
Q6 Explain how risk taking and "failure" can be looked at as opportunities for growth and change.
Thank you for making me think of ways to create new opportunities for both my Ss and colleagues. Early PD tomorrow so gnight all.
is needed on a daily basis to move forward
A5: this year...hopefully something in which they've had a choice
A6 putting ourselves out there and knowing it's okay to go back and fix things. Do this in authentic situations as adult
they now make desks that are whiteboards
Imagine the possibilities when Ss are sharing what they have lrnd with someone besides the T!! https://t.co/x68K2Q0mOA
A5: A community student showcase with a Q/A session. I want to do something like this at the end of the semester.
RT Q6 Explain how risk taking and "failure" can be looked at as opportunities for growth and change.
RT
Q6 Explain how risk taking and "failure" can be looked at as opportunities for growth and change.
I went to one here in NJ, it was fabulous. I'm always looking for this area
A6: Failure can be a success because you just found one more way something didn't work! Celebrate it! Then try again.
A6: Taking the "safe" way through the year will not be accepted - risk it! Every day is a great day to be wrong
A6 Growth & change don't come from the easy & comfortable path. Life's bumps and bruises teach us powerful lessons. Take a risk.
A5 Empowering= Ss given choices
Engaging= choices involve tech e.g.infographics, screencasts, sketchnotes
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Q5 What opportunities do students have to show they have learned and mastered (besides a test)?
A6: When I watch Ss take risks I watch the giant strides forward they take. More difficult to see that in first person until after.
A6-if S doesn't get overwhelming neg feelings-they feel safe and will keep trying. Regulatory capacity deals with internal feelings
A6: W/o failure, learning does not take place. If we don't get things wrong, we already know it. WE MUST FAIL!
A6: Set the culture of in the classroom - take opportunities to fail and learn from them.
Its been great chatting in ! If you are looking for more collaboration feel free to join my private FB group https://t.co/a8k39ZnZMy
Great coaches give feedback continuously, it is part of their vernacular!
We need to fall forward in order to go on. Just saw that at track event on - Proud moment
A6 failures allows for more opportunities to grow and shift their thinking of how to do it better
A6 failure=that didn't work, try something else! Trial & error is what leads to new & better
A6: It's hard to learn from something you get right the first time, and failure is life's way of bringing up one's GRIT factor
Coach our students to be "reading fit for life."
A6: Break the muscle it grows back stronger. Break new ground you get a broader foundation on which to build
A6: Risk & Failure as opp is difficult to help Ss understand when so few adults get it. I will live it, not just preach it
A5 Just won a year's subscription to Write About. Can't wait to let Ss share writing!
A6 when one finds the error and corrects it,it's a great feeling of accomplishment
Signing off. Thanks for the engaging everyone!
Thanks friends for the great you brought to Twitter chats tonight.
Yes we mustn't set our S up for failure but provide them new ways of thinking with more than one definite answer
A6 "If you're not making mistakes, then you're not doing anything. I'm positive that a doer makes mistakes." -John Wooden
A6: if we don't try, we won't know how much we can achieve. Or in the words of Paolo Coelho https://t.co/JFxcRzMlzX
yes. We need to transition away from standardized tests and allow room for error
A6 creating culture where Ts feel safe to take risks and fail opens doors for S to do same
Q7 TAKE ACTION: What is one action (opportunity) you will take as a result of tonight's chat?
YES! My ED.S. grade was lowered for missing one class even though I demonstrated mastery of all content. https://t.co/coKN2WBoX5
Tens of millions of K-16 Ss still waiting for grading system that values learning, not compliance.
That's how we have post-its, penicillin, & airplanes, just to name a few
A7 I will provide opportunities for self-reflection, meaningful feedback from me as teacher, and multiple submissions
We talked about this at our admin retreat today. We can't just talk about it. We have to take action. https://t.co/Ozx5lX6V1s
Q7 TAKE ACTION: What is one action (opportunity) you will take as a result of tonight's chat?
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Q7 TAKE ACTION: What is one action (opportunity) you will take as a result of tonight's chat?
A6 Most risks are really just fear. Most failures are really common stumbles, struggles &setbacks on the road to growth & success.
A7: I am taking advantage of the opportunities to give people opportunities!!
A7: Be more intentional about helping Ss create opportunities for other Ss. Will be powerful.
A7 I am going to reread the answers to Q7 about student learning opportunities and share with my team.
A6 Unprocessed traumatic stress creates same symptoms as PTSD- some people will never just start seeing challenges as growth opp
A7: Build student grit by encouraging risks and not sliding through the semester.
Grow your PLN. Follow and connect with at least one new person from .
A6 those people need extra attention to creating safe environments and ability to process unresolved stress
A7: Support and challenge peers to make changes in students' best interest.
A6: I will make it a point to give my students various ways to show mastery other then a test, and continue to grow as a leader!
A7 putting students' mindset first and designing lessons around what best represents their learning
Thank you - love spending my Monday nights with all of you.
A7: remind myself and Ss that perfection does not exist, that PROGRESS is more important than the grade, that Failing isn't the end
Sometimes we just provide empathy and a safe space.
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A6 Unprocessed traumatic stress creates same symptoms as PTSD- some people will never just start seeing challenges as growth opp
A7 provide opportunities for Ss to think through projects and activities, provided feedback, choices,
A7: Build up relationships with Ss and Ts and continue to push the growth mindset with all stakeholders.
Without relationships, no learning!
A7: Looking at opening PD for my teachers in helping them see we are striving to develop opportunity and growth mindsets
In addition make it relevant to their lives
To my friends
& : Thank you for the opportunity to collaborate and create ! I love my
absolutely! This is something many students forget!
A7-goal is to have staff connect to those who seem to not have connections and provide that safe environment- 2 by ten rule!
A7 Create opportunities for others to shine!
A7: Put student learning at the center, not teaching.
connections, connections, connections! And authentic ones!
Great energy tonight (as always). I would like to take this OPPORTUNITY to thank masterminds &
Thank you,great chat with many take away ideas!!!
A7 Take opportunities to create opportunities for others & encourage them!
Thanks for motivation as I enter the new school year this week! Looking forward to next week already!
Thanks so much! Looking forward to connecting with you again.
Can't compare Ed.S. with K-12. And I find mastery grading fraught w/ perils of its own
A7: I am going to keep putting my ideas out there & SEEK new ways of seeing challenges. Photo= https://t.co/3j8ztbSkoQ
Safe face, safe place-most people don't realize that they are someone's safe face and miss out on great opps.
Can we finally pass next week? Come on peeps!
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Always a great Monday with - thanks tweeps and mods!
Thank you for an awesome opportunity to learn, share & grow tonight! Loved it!
Thanks for the opportunity to grow tonight, ! Great job as always and !
Thanks to all who joined ! Night night! Day 2 of our leadership retreat is bright & early!
TY for joining and TY to and for leading the way!
GP!
Be the safe face / safe place for someone this week!
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Safe face, safe place-most people don't realize that they are someone's safe face and miss out on great opps.
So hard to believe a new school year is almost here! Beginning to feel excited!
