#5thchat Archive
#5thchat is for people interested in chatting about topics in education, especially as they relate to Grade 5. The goal is to connect people who enjoy learning & sharing, plus supporting & creating partnerships worldwide!
Tuesday March 8, 2016
Whoo! Time to get started! Welcome to ! I'm your co-host, Beth from Alabama joining you with !
Please share your name and where you're joining us from & then the 1st question on the topic of innovation will be coming your way!
Kevin, 5th grade teacher from Bergen County, NJ I'm excited for tonight's topic!
Kaitlyn, 3 grade teacher from Alabama! Here supporting our AMAZING moderators tonight =)
Welcome! I am Christine from AL, 5th grade science/social studies teacher.
I'm Aimee, joining from Saskatchewan, Canada
Pumped you're with us tonight, Kevin! https://t.co/Om6YlB3dhM
Kevin, 5th grade teacher from Bergen County, NJ I'm excited for tonight's topic!
Welcome, Aimee! Glad you're joining us tonight! https://t.co/OsPhuMSmja
I'm Aimee, joining from Saskatchewan, Canada
I'm excited to be here :)
Carrie, Instructional Partner, in Alabama
Britany Howell, Media Specialist, from Alabama
Q1- Innovation means giving students the opportunity to reach further beyond what they think they will be able to do.
Thanks! It's been quite a while since I've jumped in on a
Stephanie, Instructional Partner Alabama
Hi, Shanda Seibel from Kansas!
A1- innovation means engaging students using tech, but tech with a purpose! Also out of the box thinking and growth!
A1: Innovation means letting students explore on their own without giving any kind of directions - Ss need to explore 1st
Margie Tyner, Gifted Ed teacher from Alabama
Tech with a purpose for sure!! https://t.co/IsWiXiwkHf
A1- innovation means engaging students using tech, but tech with a purpose! Also out of the box thinking and growth!
A1 Innovation means intellectual curiosity, imaginative play, & taking risks.
Love your emphasis on exploration, Kevin! Can you give an example of how you make this happen? https://t.co/FK5QpNNcDs
A1: Innovation means letting students explore on their own without giving any kind of directions - Ss need to explore 1st
A1: Innovation in classroom is doing something different from the norm, trying something new, challenging the status quo
5th Grade Science Teacher Alabama supporting our awesome moderators!
A1- Innovation to me means stepping outside of norm for the sake of the Ss to really reach them where they're at & should be going
A1- Innovation in the classroom means incorporating tech into lessons in a purposeful way
I love the phrase "intellectual curiosity"! I wonder how your students would describe that?
A1: Innovation is a combination of risk taking, technology, and student-driven learning!
A1:shifting the way the students see the world so they are ready to be the change in the world
1 ex that comes 2 mind is that I let my Ss explore with scratch (coding) - they came up amazing creations! https://t.co/kM3tOIPJGa
Love your emphasis on exploration, Kevin! Can you give an example of how you make this happen? https://t.co/FK5QpNNcDs
A1: Innovation means letting students explore on their own without giving any kind of directions - Ss need to explore 1st
Yes! https://t.co/BXx3K6F0Ux
A1: Innovation in classroom is doing something different from the norm, trying something new, challenging the status quo
Exactly! Which we should be doing as teachers, reaching the Ss were they are at! https://t.co/2uLR1gtFIB
A1- Innovation to me means stepping outside of norm for the sake of the Ss to really reach them where they're at & should be going
A1 Can be a number of things: makerspace, PBL, genius hour, or any other current ed buzzword ;)
Sometimes it's messy to step out of the norm.
Yes! Like says Innovation isn't a skill set, it's a mindset!
and we have to get out of the mindset that noise and mess is unproductive!
I agree with purposeful learning!
Love the emphasis of empowering students to be world changers through innovation! powerful! https://t.co/1ZTJ5CQvvr
A1:shifting the way the students see the world so they are ready to be the change in the world
I see a trend of "risk taking" as a definition! Love it! https://t.co/aHrfvKu7Gp
A1: Innovation is a combination of risk taking, technology, and student-driven learning!
HI,Late joining and my first time with the group. Former 5th gr T (12 years) & now tech integrationist.
I'm posting a video - this came with no direction at all - except how to access the site!
A1: Innovation is allowing choice for students to demonstrate understanding in a variety of ways. This leads to autonomy.
Haha! So many buzzwords! Do you think the buzzwords are giving us innovators a bad rap sometimes? https://t.co/HtAYA1pq0z
A1 Can be a number of things: makerspace, PBL, genius hour, or any other current ed buzzword ;)
Innovation means taking risks!!
Absolutely! https://t.co/5Nw7G5TVuf
A1:shifting the way the students see the world so they are ready to be the change in the world
Heidi Solway, Gr 7/8, London, Ontario Canada.Innovation is providing task options Ss can relate to and find relevant
Innovation is trial and error. Creation and application of conceptual knowledge. It requires creativity and individuality.
I love what they create and they love that I don't have a coding clue!
This phrase was GAMECHANGER for me really "getting it" too!
Possibly, never thought about it that way to be honest! Good ed practice becomes buzz & that's not a bad thing!
- hooked me up with Scratch and I gave it to my Ss and they went with it!
Welcome, Heidi! Agreed, so important learning task options where innovation can truly happen are offered to students!
because we can help kids be creators of things that don't exist and dare them to dream.
A1 Letting students do what they imagine rather than what we Ts expect.
A1: Ss have too much instructional time - they need time to be kids and to explore and make mistakes
so well put! Imagine a world where every educator is imbedding this mindset in their classrooms!
for sure. That risk piece is essential. We take risks, FAIL, reflect, and try again.
Good point! https://t.co/Oax0O4ktdN
Possibly, never thought about it that way to be honest! Good ed practice becomes buzz & that's not a bad thing!
So key that we give Ss time to explore and just be kids!
YES! We've got to find that balance! The both/and of learning and truly give the time to explore! https://t.co/GrsKMU2yeI
A1: Ss have too much instructional time - they need time to be kids and to explore and make mistakes
A2: By using Google Drawing students are creating Google Animations. I'll post an example
This is spot on! That is the only way we can get them ready for jobs that don't exist today!
A2- We're starting Exploration Friday next week (would start this week, but Panda Pals)Ss can explore coding, robots, logic games.
Yes! Please share! https://t.co/HKG8OoQHjK
A2: By using Google Drawing students are creating Google Animations. I'll post an example
How can we do this in a world that is still so deeply tied to standard mastery & test scores? https://t.co/HNoZnvFjHm
A1 Letting students do what they imagine rather than what we Ts expect.
From a Tech Integration side, how do you manage when teachers are afraid to "let go" and let Ss take risks?
exactly. As teachers we must model this. I see it transfor to students all the time. Help fosters growth mindset.
A2: wow, we are always taking risks we have done , , lots of STEM/STEAM
Hi Rachelle! We love latecomers around here! Q2. just got posted!
A2- Currently composing tweets to Scott Kelley about the effects of space on his cells
A2- We are using YouTube videos to learn to make origami and knit in makerspace stations in the media center
A1 Innovation loses power when we lose sight of the WHY behind it. Innovating for the sake of being diff has little learning value
A2: NEXT 9 weeks I am having students write their own and
A2: Using some of their favorite tools such as minecraft, coding, and music videos to demonstrate mastery and apply it to real life
A2: I don't have any examples bc its still a work in progress but Ss are creating travel brochures 4 Treegap from Tuck Everlasting
Exactly what I would like 2 do more! So hard when Ts want to "get through" the basics and see innovation as a "side"
right!? The model for many schools has not shifted or changed. the time is now.
I have had to just jump in this year and try it! I have a great admin/support to help me! https://t.co/pgYquJOhqc
From a Tech Integration side, how do you manage when teachers are afraid to "let go" and let Ss take risks?
A1:Innovation is providing opportunity for Ss to develop skills. Using social media, , problem solving
Trying to live by "go slow to go fast" mentality. Celebrating small wins. culture of learning fm mistakes https://t.co/ZwHyXS3Wya
From a Tech Integration side, how do you manage when teachers are afraid to "let go" and let Ss take risks?
A2) We've been working away in doing screencasts of math problems utilizing Seesaw. Partnering. Not that innovative.
The model won't change until we make it change! Ts stepping out of the box and making change.
Isn't social media within classroom awesome. Started a class account this year
https://t.co/CI73YbT6tp
A1:Innovation is providing opportunity for Ss to develop skills. Using social media, , problem solving
Would love to have a few teachers who would do just that! That's me! But the rest... not so much.
Love this idea! Just heard ab a teacher doing something similar in my district today! https://t.co/gzkOQDmeLx
A2: NEXT 9 weeks I am having students write their own and
willingness to try something different, promote questioning, and opportunities for creativity
let's make our voices heard. Transfer the passion from Twitter/PLN to model power for others.
Yes! Always have to start with the WHY. https://t.co/JpPNDXWluS
A1 Innovation loses power when we lose sight of the WHY behind it. Innovating for the sake of being diff has little learning value
Love it! We did tweets last week on the debate on the Supreme Ct Justice nomination. https://t.co/RdEOBj8tp8
A2- Currently composing tweets to Scott Kelley about the effects of space on his cells
But innovative when it's new to you and your Ss are loving it! I love .
it's time for action and creating that culture shift in our buldings
Yes! Thinking processes, empowering students to ask questions, using design thinking protocols! https://t.co/bqq3auXhQ2
willingness to try something different, promote questioning, and opportunities for creativity
The students have helped me understand how and works https://t.co/LGwybuAMUG
I have had to just jump in this year and try it! I have a great admin/support to help me! https://t.co/pgYquJOhqc
From a Tech Integration side, how do you manage when teachers are afraid to "let go" and let Ss take risks?
if you can't find like-minded ppl in your building, you will find them on social media. We can support one another
Whoo! https://t.co/GybdnhTkVq
The model won't change until we make it change! Ts stepping out of the box and making change.
kids are the best help desk. Talk about empowerment.
A2 Students began a campaign to help those who are being bullied realize they "have their backs.
I love that my like-minded person is right next door =)
I love this approach of Ss figuring it out themselves! big on that w/ tech tools!
Keep at it! Don't give up! You will light a fire with someone and it will grow and grow! https://t.co/zPqlWDTLwn
Would love to have a few teachers who would do just that! That's me! But the rest... not so much.
Yes! We are trying to do this w/ small innovation teams of Ts who are modeling for us & creating the path! https://t.co/jgd3151Wvg
it's time for action and creating that culture shift in our buldings
They won't always have someone their with the Answers. We need to foster curiosity and problem solving.
I agree but sometimes it is neat to see them figure out the why.
A2: Recording Ss reading fav pic books in schl library, link audio files to QR codes. Custom listen to reading + fluency practice
yes! I get, "I got this Mr. F" a lot
A2: Me innovative- P/T conf will be a "coffee chat". No academics only life goals of Ss,their strengths/ growth as people
think that's the best path. Small, grassroots development works best, IMHO.
I love that my like minded person is right next door
Favorite tweet of the night thus far! Where is the help desk, you ask? YOU are the help desk for your life! https://t.co/xXPt8aWdNp
kids are the best help desk. Talk about empowerment.
Yes! This testimony & truth from innovative Ts & Ss is how we get more teachers on board! https://t.co/8S0egAM4Wv
They won't always have someone their with the Answers. We need to foster curiosity and problem solving.
Love it! We are using ThingLink this week too! Ss are enjoying it. Mine hadn't heard of it! https://t.co/e8m6kDPv55
The students have helped me understand how and works https://t.co/LGwybuAMUG
I have had to just jump in this year and try it! I have a great admin/support to help me! https://t.co/pgYquJOhqc
From a Tech Integration side, how do you manage when teachers are afraid to "let go" and let Ss take risks?
We've been using night zookeeper since we have been working with 100WC this year.
https://t.co/0jnFuhgcBe
The students have helped me understand how and works https://t.co/LGwybuAMUG
I have had to just jump in this year and try it! I have a great admin/support to help me! https://t.co/pgYquJOhqc
From a Tech Integration side, how do you manage when teachers are afraid to "let go" and let Ss take risks?
allowing my students to do worksheet in Google classroom using Google docs as the worksheet.
Absolutely! Only risk is learning together, unless youre heavy into control and having to know b4 you try https://t.co/4SbAzny6Y1
I love this approach of Ss figuring it out themselves! big on that w/ tech tools!
Love this, Zach! With students at the table too sharing their strengths & growths w/ their own voice! https://t.co/1uV0WcgSsN
A2: Me innovative- P/T conf will be a "coffee chat". No academics only life goals of Ss,their strengths/ growth as people
Awesome!
https://t.co/hA0D8AmJL1
A2 Students began a campaign to help those who are being bullied realize they "have their backs.
Jordan from Princeton NJ checking in late...what's up, ?
Learning = Change gives example of Blockbuster waiting to late to change.
Question 3 coming at you!
A2: Ss innovative - starting "writer's exercises" next wk. Find an anthropomorphic object, take its pic, write its story
create an assignment in Google Form and then use Flubaroo to grade it - it gives AMAZING feedback!
Question 3: How do you add innovation opportunities to your project-based learning lessons? https://t.co/zC3wqZZTPK
Agreed! But I always begin innovation w/learning outcome in mind. I don't always tell THEM ahead of time
Zach in Joplin, MO, joining late after daughter's CF treatment went long.
if teachers are not constant learners, we are doing our students a great disservice.
We just did a PBL on how scientists study planets. Ss were given freedom to choose how they showed what they learned.
Hey, Jordan! Just posted Q3! Would love for you to jump on in! https://t.co/0Fk6Fs1dip
Jordan from Princeton NJ checking in late...what's up, ?
to empower all learners and demo. willingness to try something different, and be reflective of our practice
this is great! I want "coffee chats" with Ss. Find out what makes them tick. What do they need? Key to engagement!
A3) Give opportunities for students to lead. It isn't about the product, but it's about the process.
Preach hands emoji. https://t.co/EGHMQ96A9l
if teachers are not constant learners, we are doing our students a great disservice.
A2: we also created history using AWESOME fun. New skill and kids enjoyed
There’s a going on right now… you should join in! https://t.co/6eKLHC4G0C
Agreed! But I always begin innovation w/learning outcome in mind. I don't always tell THEM ahead of time
A3 Boxes of recycled & miscellaneous parts and pieces - opened up many new ideas.
I'm with you on that, Aimee! Begin with end in mind still has a place in the innovative educator's world! https://t.co/l3JS4quNxv
Agreed! But I always begin innovation w/learning outcome in mind. I don't always tell THEM ahead of time
A3: This year I learned not too be as strict with the final product. I've learned to let go and let the Ss explore and create
Teachers are the lead learners in their classrooms and admin the lead learners in the building.
Yes! Let's make this happen! https://t.co/ZbPsi6U3bU
this is great! I want "coffee chats" with Ss. Find out what makes them tick. What do they need? Key to engagement!
A3- Letting Ss bring in supplies to make our PBL pizzas this week. Encouraging them to be creative!
A3: Ss have a checklist to assess themselves throughout process which they create "proof" of their choice to show mastery
I would love to hear Ss reflections on how that freedom to choose made them feel. More powerful than we know.
Just left school at 6:30, setting up coding in Kahn Academy and inputting grades! Lots of great ideas here!
and admin should be present and visable around the building interacting with Ss, both academically and socially.
A3- My Ss and I also created a rubric together for our project. Powerful to hear what they had to say.
Hard one for me too, Kevin! Sometimes I let my innovative hopes & dreams get in the way of theirs! https://t.co/9h6y7sKcnv
A3: This year I learned not too be as strict with the final product. I've learned to let go and let the Ss explore and create
Just got home from PTO, but wanted to support my ECS people! Thank you Christine and Beth for starting a chat!
LOVE this idea, Michelle. So important to empower them to own their assessment throughout the process. https://t.co/0KQRbOkAkq
A3: Ss have a checklist to assess themselves throughout process which they create "proof" of their choice to show mastery
I missed question 2. 😞 A3: Ss create tangible artifacts from recycled goods, code an animation or game on Scratch, paint artwork
Q3 True PBL is innovating and S centered or it's actually something else.
A3 -Innovation opportunities should be planned around outcome of PBL & should serve as a tool to S learning
Good point! Hard for a type A teacher! ;-) https://t.co/sqgQbuPNl7
A3: This year I learned not too be as strict with the final product. I've learned to let go and let the Ss explore and create
Whew, that's a lot of stuff! Glad you're joining us & "lurking" on the chat thus far! https://t.co/kaceCZJP3x
Just left school at 6:30, setting up coding in Kahn Academy and inputting grades! Lots of great ideas here!
Let's just have school at the coffee shop ;-)
Can you tell me a little more about this, Carrie? https://t.co/98WN42g3Aj
Q3 True PBL is innovating and S centered or it's actually something else.
very true! Once I see my Ss having fun and helping each other - I know I'm making the right call
A3- By giving them time and freedom. Establishing a learning target, and letting them show that they have it however they choose.
of understanding is met & expectations are met, their creativity needs to be theirs w/o much critique IMO.
we are doing a box design last 9 weeks and using excited to see what Ss create
So true! Can you imagine the collaborative conversations that would happen?
I am blown away by the first example, Kamilyah! So, so cool! cc: https://t.co/asxJYGzlbr
I missed question 2. 😞 A3: Ss create tangible artifacts from recycled goods, code an animation or game on Scratch, paint artwork
Word on the street is classrooms are supposed to be more like anyways, right? :) https://t.co/lrUKS1OilY
Let's just have school at the coffee shop ;-)
if understanding is met & expectations are met, their creativity needs to be theirs w/o much critique IMO.
All teachers unite! :) https://t.co/8WwpzcJQ1T
Good point! Hard for a type A teacher! ;-) https://t.co/sqgQbuPNl7
A3: This year I learned not too be as strict with the final product. I've learned to let go and let the Ss explore and create
I would love to see pictures.
Whoa! Hadn't heard of ! could be great for ! https://t.co/2TSZQ57TbD
we are doing a box design last 9 weeks and using excited to see what Ss create
Can you imagine a world where students are creating their own learning targets? https://t.co/hQXMJco6DA
A3- By giving them time and freedom. Establishing a learning target, and letting them show that they have it however they choose.
Honest question: Are "project/problem based learning" and "innovation" synonymous?
A3: In May I am going to let the students guide what we learn. Excited to see where they lead the class
A4: We use a lot with Google but we also use just to name a few
I will send them your way
I don't know that they have to be...
Love this idea! Students co-creating rubric with T! talk ab owning the learning! https://t.co/AT7RhU78xn
A3- My Ss and I also created a rubric together for our project. Powerful to hear what they had to say.
How cool would it be for Ss to want to hang out and chat about learning after 3:05?
Would love to be a fly on the wall for this, Shanda! Maybe & or livestream some of it? https://t.co/um2pVL3hDl
A3: In May I am going to let the students guide what we learn. Excited to see where they lead the class
That's what I'm wondering about after reading others' responses. Can it be called innovation if it's NOT pbl?
A4: I love , , , , and for creation. is also a must.
What if every classroom looked more like our ABC classrooms?
yes great idea! I have great support through and
It definitely is! As frustrating as it can get I know in my heart I'm doing the right thing & thats what keeps me going
This is life - creating learning targets!
140 character response possible for this one? https://t.co/xlcDucvsYD
Honest question: Are "project/problem based learning" and "innovation" synonymous?
This is an important question. , thoughts on this? https://t.co/jsWRTSQqAr
That's what I'm wondering about after reading others' responses. Can it be called innovation if it's NOT pbl?
I would think so, I feel Ss are innovative by trying new presentation tools and sharing with class. https://t.co/QZ9EMnKj5A
That's what I'm wondering about after reading others' responses. Can it be called innovation if it's NOT pbl?
My dream! I said that to someone today!
Love this question! every classroom functioned like a "gifted" classroom? cc: https://t.co/VDObA5tQW6
What if every classroom looked more like our ABC classrooms?
Seriously! Having trouble getting my thoughts in 140 characters! https://t.co/ZyRVXhWRJh
140 character response possible for this one? https://t.co/xlcDucvsYD
Honest question: Are "project/problem based learning" and "innovation" synonymous?
A3: Instruction done in creative, innovative, and surprising way. Model , model taking risks
Haven't tried Chatterpix! Definitely checking that out after the chat!
I'm still new to the whole PBL thing...couldn't it be innovative if the Ss just try something new?
A:4 Ditto to that and stop motion, , exploration lite, and 123draw https://t.co/u3XfCRJ5mP
A4: I love , , , , and for creation. is also a must.
that is what I am aiming for. Every child deserves the innovation of ABC
A4: Google slides, docs, drawings, , , youtube, , ... Ss find more each day!!
what a tough question.. I say yes but can't think of example
A1: co-creating new learning resources with the students based on the learning goals, student's learning curve and interests
Mine too, Margie! Let's not stop until it's done! Mission 101! https://t.co/5AfKX1hFi2
My dream! I said that to someone today!
A4: Please don't forget about the best tool of all in your class. The relationship you form with Ss. This foundation is essential.
also definitely helps having & ppl that truly get it to lean on, even if it is digitally!
Inn. is more about a mindset than program. TruePBL must B innovative but there R other ways 2B Inn. Ts.
That's what I was thinking, but now I'm not so sure. That said - challenging my thinking is ALWAYS a good thing!
not necessarily. Go deeper with this. What do you mean?
Love it when my Ss relax a bit knowing I am not perfect at these things either! But we learn together! https://t.co/GJMGnKpNX1
A3: Instruction done in creative, innovative, and surprising way. Model , model taking risks
A4- We are learning together! Ss teach me as much as I teach them. Who knows what we will learn next?
A4: Love using for Ss design. is a great resource as well.
Wow, Mujahidul! LOVE this. Yes. https://t.co/himNri12jC
A1: co-creating new learning resources with the students based on the learning goals, student's learning curve and interests
Oh yes! My 4 yo loves it! She creates them all the time! https://t.co/FtDeml6M8K
Haven't tried Chatterpix! Definitely checking that out after the chat!
Almost like a support group but sharing great ideas! https://t.co/NfqfQdKr7x
also definitely helps having & ppl that truly get it to lean on, even if it is digitally!
Can learning still be innovative if not part of PBL? ex - coding as part of procedural writing in ELA
Yes, definitely! We should as what they think! https://t.co/MbXEG2Ma5A
I'm still new to the whole PBL thing...couldn't it be innovative if the Ss just try something new?
Yes, definitely! We should as what they think! https://t.co/MbXEG2Ma5A
I'm still new to the whole PBL thing...couldn't it be innovative if the Ss just try something new?
Yes! The kids that struggle to "do school" need innovative teaching and learning the most!
Totally agree! https://t.co/VNQvxR03yA
A4: Please don't forget about the best tool of all in your class. The relationship you form with Ss. This foundation is essential.
Q4: We use Autodesk Inventor, ROBOTC, Itch, Kahn, Google Class, and everything from Prezi to Haiku.
have you tried Adobe Slate? The design abilities are beautiful! https://t.co/IxXtG4lA2E
A4: Love using for Ss design. is a great resource as well.
A4: we are a and use an awful lot. During instruction, share files and collaborate on files
Hey teachers if you aren't following this teacher extraordinaire get on it now! :) https://t.co/L4knA31Swk
Q4: We use Autodesk Inventor, ROBOTC, Itch, Kahn, Google Class, and everything from Prezi to Haiku.
Yes, Heidi! Modeling it is a huge piece of the innovation puzzle of awesome! https://t.co/io0QYE8lIb
A3: Instruction done in creative, innovative, and surprising way. Model , model taking risks
What is Autodesk Inventor? Haven't heard this one! https://t.co/TpJy7KK5nC
Q4: We use Autodesk Inventor, ROBOTC, Itch, Kahn, Google Class, and everything from Prezi to Haiku.
Looking into lightbot tomorrow - looks great for differentiation! All are capable, just at different levels!
Late joining in... 5G T from SE Michigan
Another piece of technology ...awesome assessment tool
When does a tool become common place and no longer innovative? Webquests were once innovative!
Us too, Heidi! I call our digital work flow! The work flow is critical to supporting the innovation! https://t.co/bgfJFFD14J
A4: we are a and use an awful lot. During instruction, share files and collaborate on files
best def out there - Innovation = way of THINKING that CREATES something NEW and BETTER. Thx The Innovator's Mindset
Hi Krista! Welcome! Currently discussing Q4! Tech tools that support innovation! https://t.co/VkMXRuHCBi
Late joining in... 5G T from SE Michigan
all the tools in the world don't matter with it.
it's a CAD system. Check out Tynkercad- free and user friendly!
So true! Just because it isn't the next big thing, does that make it not innovative? https://t.co/laK8OiGU2I
When does a tool become common place and no longer innovative? Webquests were once innovative!
Can't wait to see what others are doing!!
Nothing wrong with a good web quest :)
Can revamp it and add a few more elements. https://t.co/ttY5rd4RcR
When does a tool become common place and no longer innovative? Webquests were once innovative!
Yep! It's NOT about the tech, it's about the learning!
Last one coming at you, ! Bonus Question: BQ. How do you empower students to be owners of innovation? https://t.co/jLhNzyCrRD
love resilience, observant and risk-taking (my favorite ). Even if we fail we learn!
Agreed! Nothing wrong with paper, pencil, & books either. Good tools are not automatically bad bc something new is out.
Something can be innovative to me, but to your class it might be behind the times per say! ;-) https://t.co/Tu7rAYW9wH
Nothing wrong with a good web quest :)
Can revamp it and add a few more elements. https://t.co/ttY5rd4RcR
When does a tool become common place and no longer innovative? Webquests were once innovative!
A5: By "letting go"! Let them construct their own knowledge! Set the goal out there and get out of their way!
GAFE has transformed a lot of our classrooms. Collaboration has reached levels that I never dreamed.
Innovation cant be rigid to b limited to PBL, but all kinds of classroom environment & pedagogical methods https://t.co/T5FlAhOo0p
That's what I'm wondering about after reading others' responses. Can it be called innovation if it's NOT pbl?
A5: some of them have a hard time letting go
Bonus: We just started Genius Hour & it has been a game changer!
I can't stress how important reflection is. We have to make time in our learning to reflect and teach Ss to reflect.
It's not easy for me to step out of their way. Need to remember this.
https://t.co/ybJz2ObYYa
A5: By "letting go"! Let them construct their own knowledge! Set the goal out there and get out of their way!
Bonus ?: Stop answering the Ss questions. Instead: "I don't know. How can we find out?"
when done correctly, it's so powerful.
Yes! SO powerful for adult collaboration too & feel like we are barely reaching potential @ both levels! https://t.co/hsGV4W4026
GAFE has transformed a lot of our classrooms. Collaboration has reached levels that I never dreamed.
I hear you! So easy to want to offer "advice" or guide just a little too much!
it's like SAMR - tech savvy have difficult time getting to R
So want to try this! Just haven't jumped into it yet! Can't do it all at once! https://t.co/5HPYkRNhSX
Bonus: We just started Genius Hour & it has been a game changer!
Yes, Aimee! This is it! Empower Ss to be the question askers & the answer finders! cc: https://t.co/e6KG2vhV2o
Bonus ?: Stop answering the Ss questions. Instead: "I don't know. How can we find out?"
Really want to learn more about this. Think it could be great for our 4th grade WIN (what I need) time!
BQ: providing Ss with time, tools, and freedom to create their own learning products so that they never ask "Is it good enough?"
So true! We are doing SS projects this week and a S asked if we were going to reflect on new tools! https://t.co/ceVGboP2rg
I can't stress how important reflection is. We have to make time in our learning to reflect and teach Ss to reflect.
has started this but I want school wide
Why I love Michael Fullan's seeing the teacher as the activator -- not guide or facilitator. Powerful! https://t.co/cPNkxfDPBJ
I hear you! So easy to want to offer "advice" or guide just a little too much!
A5 Power of our words - "we get to..."
Please join us tonight as we chat up Poetry! We want to hear from you!
Yes! Think it is a very powerful way to ease into innovation in a more structured(ish) way! :)
talk with , she and her Ss are ROCKING this out!
Let's definitely talk about it @ new Hillcrest TIE meeting! https://t.co/qgOoK6xMSt
So want to try this! Just haven't jumped into it yet! Can't do it all at once! https://t.co/5HPYkRNhSX
Bonus: We just started Genius Hour & it has been a game changer!
This hour flew by really fast! It was great connecting with everyone - hope to connect next week
Thank you! Great way of putting this! I couldn't figure out how in 140 characters!
So tired of my Ss asking that question! https://t.co/1i1cGFQtvE
BQ: providing Ss with time, tools, and freedom to create their own learning products so that they never ask "Is it good enough?"
You give Ss the necessary tools to own what they do and produce a product that has value to a target group https://t.co/ujFGCzeKGi
Last one coming at you, ! Bonus Question: BQ. How do you empower students to be owners of innovation? https://t.co/jLhNzyCrRD
BonusA- Saw this in HES Library FAIL=First Attempt In Learning- Innovation requires risk. You have to let Ss know that's okay!
Maybe you could help do her first!
BonusQ Make the learning about the Ss, not a program or textbook.
And, "what should I do now?"
BQ: Present challenges where you don't even know the right answer. It is okay not to have the answers. Let go!
Absolutely not! Each innovation is her own! https://t.co/kA9RwBfpFW
So true! Just because it isn't the next big thing, does that make it not innovative? https://t.co/laK8OiGU2I
When does a tool become common place and no longer innovative? Webquests were once innovative!
Thanks for the chat this evening 4th grade teacher from CA
So true! It's where Ss learn the most! When the T is the S too!
Because we have to shift the learning culture away fm right or wrong! It's not black or white! https://t.co/1SJ206kX3B
So tired of my Ss asking that question! https://t.co/1i1cGFQtvE
BQ: providing Ss with time, tools, and freedom to create their own learning products so that they never ask "Is it good enough?"
Bonus: Choices, choices, choices! Whenever possible, with guidance when totally stumped.
Yes! Imagine a world where all Ss are empowered to ask questions we don't know the answers too! https://t.co/DC89lyQx00
BQ: Present challenges where you don't even know the right answer. It is okay not to have the answers. Let go!
