#dojochat Archive
ClassDojo's official educational chat that covers a variety of subjects, focusing mainly on improving classroom community.
Wednesday April 6, 2016
7:00 PM EDT
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Yay! It's time for - I'm Monica, NYC Educator and your moderator for tonight :) Welcome all! https://t.co/3Xa5PXIz13
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Julie in MI on a cold spring break!
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So happy to be here tonight! Thanks for having me - You know is always the highlight to my Wed night :)
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I'm Kyle from Rogers, Arkansas. An aspiring social studies teacher, will mostly be reading and learning tonight!
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Hey everyone!! Jenna here from CA :) Former teacher now working our our amazing teacher community :D
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Hi everyone! I'm Stacy from IL, and I teach 4th grade.
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Howdy my dojopals! Jen E from super sunny CA! Computer applications 3rd-6th teacher.
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Angela - 5th grade teacher from KS! So glad to be here!
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Hi ! Jenna here from :) Double-chating today so I can chat w our community while dipping into this convo!
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What up ? Gregg from Modesto, CA. Former teacher now a Proj Coord. of Ed Tech at our COE.
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Hey Stacy! Thanks for joining!
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Hello it's Emily from GGC
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Me too, we can lurk togethet lol , hoping to learn a lot
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Hey Theresa! :) Thanks for joining!!
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Hi Angela!! Hope you're doing well!
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Lurk away! We are always glad for new friends -- even if they are shy!
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Hi friend! Thanks for all the personal help this week!
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Cass from Melbourne Maths Leader
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Hey Jenna! Doing great! Hope you are too!
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It's our greatest strength!
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Hi Gregg! Welcome to nice to have you
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Hey - My tweets are scheduled tonight since as a Ambassador I'm moderating tonight. Happy to contribute!
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Hi Angela! Great to see you at tonights
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Why thanks! Nice to be here. Hope to drop in for a bit.
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Hi Steph! Wednesday nights are the greatest, right?
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Can I just admit, I flunk personality tests? I can say yes to all of the questions? Is that a special personality type?
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I'm always tempted to do that! lol!
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I like to think it is because i'm so balanced.
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I am also a complete INFP! =)
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So just word of caution! I have two sick kiddos so who knows how this will go tonight! Thank goodness for TweetDeck lol!
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Oh, I'm insanely sick myself! But still have an open house later tonight!
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Q1 is here! Sometimes even our own personality types and preferences can come into play... thoughts? https://t.co/lhcLFYzPdq
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Wow! Tons of INFPs here tonight!
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Just joining my first Fourth grade teacher and INFJ
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A1: ENFP here! My "E" talks way too much, always trying to keep my min-lessons to the point before I loose them all ;)
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A1 I make quick decisions, teach with empathy and joke around with my Ss.
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we gotta do what we gotta do! Good luck with the open house! and feel better :)
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A1 In observing and subbing some classes, I have noticed that I like to give Ss the benefit of the doubt. Maybe makes me gullible.
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A1 -- I do not. I've taken it several times and never gotten the same result!
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awesome to have you here tonight :) Welcome to
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The E part helps me to be enthusiastic and encouraging about my subject matter & the N helps me to discover where Ss are at
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A1 I think being such an E helps my shy Ss bloom and open up a little, although I think I can be intimidating at 1st
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Late but here! Andrea Tolley middle school Microsoft IT Teacher from TN.
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A1: Have to be aware of not always doing what is 'comfortable' for me and best meets my Ss needs.
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Joining my first Teacher candidate from South Dakota
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Hi! I'm Adrianna, a teacher candidate from the University of South Dakota!!
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me too, I think humor puts everyone at ease and when we can laugh at ourselves and be silly, less intimidating
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A1: I try to notice what keeps them engaged then I try to vary my lessons.
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A1 Now I know it! I hope it makes me more understanding!
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I think that describes me too?
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A1 - I believe that paying attention to your Ss needs is critical -- my E can overwhelm quiet kids, but powers up the star kids
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I also do this! Makes for much better lessons and leads to less behavior problems.
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Hey, I am Samantha from the University of South Dakota and I'm a teacher candidate!
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A1 the F in me is always giving hugs - they're free flowing in my classroom all the time! lol https://t.co/kSQa3vYuPm
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A1: Students drive my teaching. What they are interested in becomes part of the lessons
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I can relate to that! A smile goes a long way but I can sometimes overwhelm my Ss a bit, I know
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A1: W/ my Ss, I strive to open minds & remind everyone that we all think, learn, process, feel, & react to things differently.
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A2 my biggest hurdle is really the pull of gangs --- when a kid is drawn to such a dark place it is hard to overcome
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welcome! Glad to have you with us for
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A2 Obvs, we aren't all the same. Knowing personality types helps me understand who can work together and how they learn.
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A2: Helping that Ss figure out their own type helps both them AND me to get them what they need more often.
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wonderful to have you! Welcome to :)
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A2 Helps me navigate in my classroom. Keeps me aware, on my toes, respectful of all.
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A2 from the beginning you just need to accept that we are not all the same and that there is my than one way to solve a problem
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First experience! Can't wait to hear all the great ideas. I'm student teaching in a 2nd grade class in KS
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A2 differentiation, compassion and understanding where Ss are coming from will make my instruction more effective
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A2 it is hard for me to connect to kids who see their own future as hopeless.knowing that they feel that way, though, guides me
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A2 we are all different so learn along with the Ss & don't expect everyone to do it your way
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Some people are introverts, some extroverts. Some like to share, some do not. Some are loud, some are quiet.
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A2 to be completely honest, wasn't till I became a mom that I really considered it with my Ss too. Makes such a huge difference
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realizing this at a young age will help them throughout life, right?
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Q.2 Each person has there own personality and so they might think what they are doing is correct, and so understanding that helps.
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Getting to know and understand your students personalities can help you better interact with them and create a good relationship.
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A2: Made me better understand the introverts in my class, more time to process for example, made a HUGE difference
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A2 Some people are introverts, some extroverts. Some like to share, some do not. Some are loud, some are quiet.
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Just want to take a second to commend all pre-service interns for jumping in!!
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That can be a very dark place for certain :(
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A2 recognizing and really "seeing" kids is the heart of learning
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A2: It's important to find strengths & weaknesses. I want to embrace who they are, b/c teaching would be boring otherwise
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Be on the look out! Q3 is on its way...
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yes! realizing who works best together because of their personality types can make a big difference
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This is an excellent point! There are different ways to share such as in writing or speaking!
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that's wonderful! So happy to have you with us for tonight :)
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Absolutely! Starting young is key!
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A3 collaboration can allow Ss to work in their area of strength - a job for every kid
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A2 have a St who is an only child, struggles with taking turns, calling out. ClassDojo random selection has helped him(me).
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Q3: This is one of the reasons I love blended learning. Brings out the quiet ones, lets the others shine as well
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A3 Same. seriously! https://t.co/Dt8xnn3Bn8
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A3 collaboration can allow Ss to work in their area of strength - a job for every kid
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A3 but also allow individual work too
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I totally agree! Collaboration provides such great opportunities!
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A2: Always spending more time on getting to know you activities at the beginning helps immensely throughout the year
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and knowing that its okay to be that way is great! Accepting our differences
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A3. Allowing the ability for ALL students to participate. Don't force them to play, but make it look interesting so they want to
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Having a strong classroom community can help those introverts to speak up a little more because they feel comfortable
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A3: Loads of choices! No one cookie cutter way. Opportunities to work alone or with a group, Extra time to process or talk it out
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A3 choice! games that foster cooperation, communication and a little compeitition
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Having activities that try to strengthen both introverts and extroverts, evenly.
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A3: group co-op where one is the rep while the others give answers/support
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A3: make sure each student is comfortable with the activity and it plays to each of their interests.
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being comfortable is so important. Also others understanding who you are can bring that comfort
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A3: Also try to do many fun team building act. that may bring out hidden talents!
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A3: Differentiation! Give your kids different activities and ways to get the work done. There isn't just one way.
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A3: vocabulary charades where introverts supply words while extroverts act out for guessers
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Q3 It's so important to give students a choice in activities to create meaningful learning experiences for everyone
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right! trying different things, different ways, finding what works best for you
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A3 also provide choice in proof of understanding - some kids draw, some write, some talk
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A3: Ss need choices & opportunities! There a million & one ways to do things, so why limit our Ss?
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that's so important! What works for one doesn't have to work for another
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A3 As Ambassador my experiences have been HUGE in growing professionally - , growing my PLN for example
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Are you ready? Q4 is coming your way in one minute
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A2 Has much to do with empathy...walking a mile in their shoes...appreciating who they are as Ss, given their personalities.
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Teaching the students how to have conversations and how to respectfully reply or comment to one another is helpful.
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A3 used to let my 9th graders decided how to show me they understood The odyssey - got movies, puppet shows, dance, poems
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that's a great one! Everyone is involved in the way that feels most comfortable to them
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Hi gang! So happy to be with you! Chris here from Ontario...very late!
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Makes them more comfortable to speak and can help the talkers realize when to stop talking and let others speak lol
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I always love when a S finds a unique way to do something that I've never even imagined!
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A3 kid who NEVER would finish an assignment, made puppets, built a stage, wrote a script
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A3 assign roles that fit students different personality types but still challenge them and provide room for growth
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A4: I usually write the step-by-step instructions on the whiteboard. I just point to it when a student asks a direction ?
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A4 Teach with CLARITY for one! know what your goal is first! Be clear and communicate in small chunks
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A4: checklists, charts, Ss repeating directions to each other, clear examples, quick check-ins, guided practice & peer mentors
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A4 oral and written directions, teacher modeling and picture clues if needed
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Provide the students with clear step by step directions and say them out loud. Then have them repeat the directions to a partner.
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A4 find a buddy they can trust to help out :D
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A3: Be sure to build in time for reflection and time for spirited interaction! All can learn from both kinds of experiences.
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A4: By writing the directions on the board, and verbally saying it out loud, students could hear or see the directions.
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A4: Maybe that's where student autonomy can come in? Sometimes students understand better if they have choice.
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A4. Allow children to reword the directions into things they can easily understand and remember
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A4: strugglers can be given directions in chunks, small group
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A4 I try to ALWAYS be willing to explain it AGAIN
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Mostly lurking in today -- lots going on in the office! gah! Keep the convo rollin'!
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A4: Turn and talk repeating directions, write dir out, model, checklists. Culture of ok to ask questions. Procedures, procedures.
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A4 Objectives clearly stated, posted, discussed, explained by peers, model!
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A4: Have Ss create the task(s) themselves & explain to peers. I also love to use WBT motions to further understanding.
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yes I love the small chunks part, great for those students who need that extra time to process it all
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A4: Modeling and leaving examples for students to come back to. Students as "experts" to answer questions
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we do 'turn and chat' all of the time
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A4 I put problems in the board and have Ss explain to me how to do it
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A4 some kids can only handle one direction at a time: Go Slow and BE CLEAR
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Leaving examples is great. My students always do better when they have something to look at!
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A4: I film myself giving directions and attempting activities. Embed YouTube video to a Google Slide for S quick ref.
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A4: Provide directions using visuals and highlighting important information, so they can refer back to it if they forget.
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A4: Open-ended tasks, that allow for multiple entry points...think Genius Hour-type opportunities...let Ss drive learning.
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Q5 is on it's way - be on the lookout!
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Love your integration of technology!
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A4 and many times I DO the assignment too and let them grade mine!
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Q3 When students have choices they take responsibility for their learning!
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I have many students who CRAVE checklists - so do I! Clear, concise, and crossing it off rocks!
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kids have really benefit from our reflective conversations. So important to build those in.
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A4 if they are confused I use prompt "What have you done so far?" You'd be surprised how this helps them to get started
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And will go FARTHER than you would ever ask!
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Clarity of purpose is so important!
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Love that they grade yours! I often have Ss find my mistakes & explain how to fix/improve my work
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A4 love "ask three then me" it's so important to teach students how to be active problem solvers and collaborate with their peers
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Hi Jenna!! Lurk on! and hope you're having a great day overall :)
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They won't know what to do, if I DON'T!!
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thanks! Let's me work w/ Ss right away and others who pick up quickly can get started too!
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procedures, procedures, I'm all about the procedures! ;)
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Agreed, but many students are sometimes left 'in the dark'!
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A5: Make sure all kids are sharing and caring!!
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A5: start very early taking risks myself and showing that 'failure' is ok. Give them opps to work with different kids in dif ways.
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I love doing that with Rubrics too! Having the kids work to create them helps them better understand the end goal
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A5: Constant check-ins, opportunities 2 explore feelings/thoughts, models and clear expectations, reflection, ask Qs to learn more
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And then we get mad when they don't perform!
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Teaching students to respectfully agree and disagree with each other so they understand how people have different opinions
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A5 I tell my Ss, 'in any wrong answer there is always something that's right'. You tried, showed your work, used a capital..
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A3: You model and practice this type of learning environment. For example, a Monday Meeting is a great way https://t.co/cFZgeNJyD2
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A3:Introverted Ss typically have difficulties expressing themselves in social settings. It is always to teach them coping skills.
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I also have my Ss tell a partner, or sometimes even record or write/draw out their explanations
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A5 be ever vigilant and quick to defend the outsiders We have to model it!
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I guess I'm not convinced about learning being tied to a checklist...Can it lead to deep learning?
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A5: We write a mission statement together. This year's: We will go the extra mile to help each other improve through positivity.
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A5: Constant talk and modeling of respectful behavior. Ss post to convo boards on moby max
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A5: Do an activity that shows how each person thinks and feeling differently, and that could open students minds to something new.
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A5 by modeling responses in sentence stems like " I agree/disagree because ___, "The reason I ___".
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Math SMP #3 is my favorite for that very reason
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I think the question was focusing on directions specifically - and some Ss really love that format.
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A5 don't just throw them in collaborative groups TEACH THEM HOW IT WORKS
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A5 Part II: My Ss sit in teams to start building relationships & collaboration skills from Day 1!
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Q6 will be here in one minute. Hope you're keeping up ;)
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Hi ; I am very late but had to jump in when I saw the amazing conversations; only can stay for a few!
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Exactly! Some kids don't know how to do things unless they are taught and shown...we can't assume they know.
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yes giving them something they can refer back to is powerful! Visuals help so much too
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A5 we spend weeks learning each role and then review and modify and review and modify all year so we can safely TALK
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So they require the 'structure' then?
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A2; Knowing who you is a critical step in how you respond to students; when you know better you do better https://t.co/evTJGoixcA
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Q1 is here! Sometimes even our own personality types and preferences can come into play... thoughts? https://t.co/lhcLFYzPdq
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YES!!! My kids love when I post videos for them on our class website, they can revisit these at home later
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Q6: The timer gets a work out in my room every day!
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For sure!! I timed just about everything in my classroom!
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I like this kind of modelling...really helps those who are 'at a loss' for how to begin.
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A6 PRACTICE! Everything! Use timers, cues, looks, chants...
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We call it "Discussion Lingo" in my room :)
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A6: Don't take it for granted! Routines and are huge! My Ss love cheat sheets, timers, reminders, peer tips, tutorials, extra time
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yes, something quick to reference, check off and feel accomplished, know where to go next
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A6 Timers, clear directions, auditory signals, I have also nearly eliminated paper when your work goes on a slide you get it done
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I use a 4 drawer plastic shelf for materials and put one next to each group of students.The stuff they need is right there to get
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A6: Keep on task, good habits have to come from somewhere! Also, maybe have the kids make a schedule?
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A6 clear expecations and routines from day 1! High on task behaviors = more learning opportunities & dicsussions
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A6: Timers, modeling, checklists, agendas, goal tracking, and that everything in the room has a place! =)
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A5: conduct a service learning project with Ss where it is student driven. That's how they learn to collaborate
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Welcome! Great that you could join our gang!
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A6: Folders/binders organized together always reminders where things should go. Love the timer!
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A4 Clear guidelines, provide visuals, give examples and I LOVE checklists!
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Teaching students how to put stuff into their desk is also helpful. Books on left side. Folders on the right. Less mess LOL!!
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A6 Use folders to keep organized!
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A6: Also LOTS of LABELS & student input for ways to improve systems & routines.
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A6: Some of these skills are executive functioning skills; they can be practiced and taught https://t.co/RdrIXUgMlj
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Q7 will be our last question - arriving in one minute. But don't just answer and run. Have any resources to share? Questions? ;)
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pic of hat neat desk helps too!
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A6 we are also an AVID school so EVERY S has the same binder and we have schoolwide organizing
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A6 Alexa keeps us on time and no papers in my class bc of what it is everything is submitted in
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not even kidding! Teacher friends looked at me like I was crazy for dedicating time to this but its SO NEEDED! lol
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A6: I made my study hall time an opportunity to model and practice organization in a safe environment https://t.co/RdrIXUgMlj
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If we don't teach it, how can we expect them to do it?
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its fantastic when they can try out what works/doesn't and give input to make it better
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A6 Procedures and practice! Also peer support and guidance!
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Excellent approach...I was a Languages Program Coordinator for 11 years.
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A5 Build relationships, get to know your students and their values. Gain their TRUST
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love the ideas and tips, would love to continue to grow together, especially 3rd/ math
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A6. When I get off task in a lesson I always point it out and model refocusing and getting back on topic.
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interesting! Have to check out :)
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A7 Working on Creed project now with my older Ss -- Who am I, What do I admire and where do I want to be in the future?
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A7 if you don't understand yourself, you can't understand your world
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A7: when students understand themselves, they understand how they learn and how they study.
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Awesomeness! Totally stealing this idea for the end of the year! Woohoo!
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A7:Understanding why they might struggle in one area /excel in another can really shed positive light for tackling new situations
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A6: Does anyone use mobile tech so class is virtually folder and file free? ? My goal for next year.
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so great for our ELL and not a bad practice for all, really
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I think if students are more self aware of how they are as individuals it will help them interact with others. self monitor better
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A6: Clear communication, clear expectations can be helpful...but Ss need to be part of the development process.
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They could realize where they need help or where they stand compared to other students. Plus it will help them in their future.
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A7:such insight can also be a great benefit to parents! Can avoid lots of power struggles, melt-downs, negative feelings overall
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Yep. ClassDojo timer is my BFF!
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Q7 Then then can understand how much time they need to put away for time to study or homework. Everyone is different
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The most important step!!! π
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A7: This shows Ss can reflect honestly about themselves & then later begin to empathize w/ others https://t.co/7lM7Zh05iZ
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would love to oraganize and make this happen too
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gaining their trust is so important, a great foundation for building a strong classroom community
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A6 Set high expectations for ALL students, create an environment where all students can succeed!
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I've done something similar w/ my Ss where they create their own personal flags to show these :)
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A7 One 6th gr "My mom is a big influence on my life - she chose drugs over me & now I am strong in my resolve to take a new path
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Self awareness is powerful and can send families in a new direction
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Weβre going to have Google classroom available. I will be flipping my curriculum for next year. I have iPads for all sts
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A7 if they understand themselves they can develop study habits that will be beneficial for their style of learning
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time to gear up for open house! Dojo love to all! Let's finish the week STRONG in our resolve to lead with hope!
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Thanks for the great chat! See you next time :)
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A7. I don't think I'd point this out to them. I'd remind them of their behaviors and challenge them to find other strengths.
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been using google classroom with my 3rd grd this year. LOVE it. Wish we were 1-1, still use V little paper.
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I always say u have to develop your outer eye - seeing yourself the way others see u, reflect and improve relationships
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As a future teacher, I loved hearing your thoughts about personality in a classroom, and I will keep in mind your thoughts.
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A7. We did a four corners true color activity, it allowed Ss to actually see that not everyone learns the same way and thats ok
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Loved this chat! Thanks for all the insights Dojo friends!
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As an aspiring teacher, I just wanted to say thanks for giving me some new insights on student personality and differences.
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Shout out to our new memebers of TEAM TEACHER!
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A7: or maybe I misunderstood the question!!
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A7: Know thyself! Metacognition & self-reflection help. If I have a sense of my strengths & areas for growth...can move mountains!
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Thank you so much for your support! It means a lot to me, especially since I (we) still have a way to go! https://t.co/MnR5g99urL
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Shout out to our new memebers of TEAM TEACHER!
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Ha! I think as teachers we all have to be. Makes you the perfect teacher type then ;)
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that awareness can take them a very long way :)
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Ha! I'm perfect for a lot of things lol
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much luck and feel better - positive vibes all around :)
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Our chat really ROCKED tonight because of this outstanding group of contributors! Sincere thanks!
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have a great night! See you next time :)
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This keeps coming up this week: "grow yourself to grow others"! https://t.co/Q0lhprIcJL
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A7: Know thyself! Metacognition & self-reflection help. If I have a sense of my strengths & areas for growth...can move mountains!
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Resources: Gives me insights into personalities & I use it to drive my instruction style & choices https://t.co/Dt0WIlWkce
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Great chat tonight! Thanks for moderating!
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Way to go on a great job moderating tonight!
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so glad! Hope you'll be back for . Great community of :)
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thanks!!!! Always great to be here with all of you inspiring dojo peeps :)
