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pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:30 PM EDT

It's 8:30 on a Wednesday...time for #txed! I'm Paul, an ITS from Richmond, TX. Please take a moment to introduce yourself.

meredithakers - Moderator May 17 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Hi #txed ! Meredith Akers, AP at Ault Elementary in CFISD :)

TechOutLearning May 17 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Dodie - Inst Tech from San Antonio #txed

Hahne_KingEle May 17 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hi y'all! Elyse from Katy, TX. Special ed teacher, student supporter, & PBIS facilitator. #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hi Dodie! We are glad you could stop by tonight. #txed

In reply to @TechOutLearning

Toups_J May 17 @ 9:32 PM EDT

#txed Jerry Toups HS math Tr LamarCISD by Houston TX Satruday I was able to get #Believe selfies with my #State Champ tracksters #priceless

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Great to see you again, Elyse. #txed

In reply to @Hahne_KingEle

PrincipalVest - Moderator May 17 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Jennifer Vest, AP @CFISDKeith for a few more days, 17-18 Principal @BrenhamElem #txed

Wesley_Vinson38 May 17 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Wes Vinson, Lufkin, educator #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Jerry is in the house! #txed

In reply to @Toups_J

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Question 1 is coming up! #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Glad you could make it again tonight, Jennifer! #txed

In reply to @PrincipalVest, @CFISDKeith, @BrenhamElem

BusEd11 May 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT

#txed Theresa here from SE Missouri. I teach hs business.

SIOWehmeyer May 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Tara from Brenham. School Improvement Officer ! Let's go! #txed

Hahne_KingEle May 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT

You too! I've enjoyed #TXed thus far.

In reply to @pwagnerlcisd

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT

The matrix man is here. #txed

In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Q1-In your opinion, what must we develop in our Ss so that they can be successful in the world? #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Hi Theresa! Glad you can be joining us from Missouri. #txed

In reply to @BusEd11

lyndseykubos May 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Lyndsey Kubos 4th grade ELAR @BrenhamElem ! #txed

Heyheyitsmrsb May 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Katherine ELAR Teacher from Richardson Isd #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Always a pleasure to have you here, Tara. #txed

In reply to @SIOWehmeyer

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator May 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Kelley Andrews from N. Tx! Here! Tired, but here..lol #txed

MrsBondy2nd May 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Hi #txed ,Brittany from Cypress!

EducationPMC May 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Evening everyone. Patricia from #EPMC based in Round Rock - former teacher, current consultant #TXed

ATPE_KateK May 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT

From the desk meeting today, Senate Education advanced: HB 136 HB 674 HB 867 HB 1569 HB 2087 HB 2263 HB 3593 #txlege #txed

ATPE_KateK May 16 @ 5:08 PM EDT

Senate Ed wrapped up work for today. They voted out HB 523, HB 1075, HB 1553, HB 1934 and will vote out more from the desk tomorrow. #txlege

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Hi Lindsey! Glad you can join us tonight. #txed

In reply to @lyndseykubos, @BrenhamElem

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Thanks for stopping in, Katherine. #txed

In reply to @Heyheyitsmrsb

Hahne_KingEle May 17 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Tired at this time of the year? I feel ya! #txed

In reply to @KelleyJAndrews

PrincipalVest - Moderator May 17 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Thanks! Hope your week is going well! #txed

In reply to @pwagnerlcisd, @CFISDKeith, @BrenhamElem

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Hi Brittany! Thanks for joining us tonight. #txed

In reply to @MrsBondy2nd

laffinglibrary May 17 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A1: accountability, work-ethic, responsibility #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Great to see you again, Patricia. #txed

In reply to @EducationPMC

EducationPMC May 17 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A1 #TXed Self confidence and a desire to never stop learning.

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Q1-In your opinion, what must we develop in our Ss so that they can be successful in the world? #TXed

meredithakers - Moderator May 17 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A1 In order for Ss to be sucessful in the world, we must teach them to collaborate both online and face to face #TXed

Psalgado91 May 17 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Paola from brenham, 2nd grade bilingual teacher. #txed

Hahne_KingEle May 17 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A1 Communication skills to actually have a conversation, soft skills, & motivation to do more. #TXed

pruitt5 May 17 @ 9:36 PM EDT

ann CFISD #txed

Heyheyitsmrsb May 17 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A1: We must develop social skills and manners! It is important for Ss to learn how to make eye contact and shake a hand, write TY card #txed

SIOWehmeyer May 17 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A1 ability to see past themselves, respect, ability to fail gracefully #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator May 17 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A1 A sense of purpose and belonging. Plus integrity, how to collaborate. All the things! #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A1: Patience, collaboration, and problem solving. #txed

misswren09 May 17 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A1 teach Ss to build relationships, kindness, and perseverance #TXed

In reply to @TXEDMod

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Hi Ann. thanks for stopping in. #txed

In reply to @pruitt5

TechOutLearning May 17 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A1 Curiosity! Ask questions, dig deeper, understand, don't just accept the status quo. This is how we form our own beliefs #txed

pruitt5 May 17 @ 9:37 PM EDT

a1: responsibility, respect, empathy. #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:37 PM EDT

I said collaboration. Communication may be a better fit! #txed

In reply to @Hahne_KingEle

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator May 17 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Hey Katherine! #risdpeeps #txed

In reply to @Heyheyitsmrsb

Toups_J May 17 @ 9:37 PM EDT

#txed A1 IMO Graduating Ss with #integrity #manners #dignity > academia Our Societies moral compass is horrible. Trs need to role model.

lyndseykubos May 17 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A1: responsibility, collaboration with technology and with other people face to face! #txed

PrincipalVest - Moderator May 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1: Confidence, self-awareness, patience, perseverance, kindness, ability to work with a team, ability to think at deep levels #txed

Psalgado91 May 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1: building relationships with those around them, and to be able to hold themselves accountable for their actions. #txed

Hahne_KingEle May 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Collaboration fits too. Some of our students have no idea how to. #txed

In reply to @pwagnerlcisd

Toups_J May 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT

#txed I pray daily that in May my Ss use the #fruitsofthespirit to describe who I am. Lofty goal. LOVE YOU STUDENTS! #kidsdeserveit

meredithakers - Moderator May 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT

I love teaching them perseverance! This means we have to let them fail and teach them how to keep trying and not give up #txed

In reply to @misswren09, @TXEDMod

Wesley_Vinson38 May 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1: Must develop empathy, critical thinking, and boldness in them so they can change the world from how generations have messed it up #txed

BusEd11 May 17 @ 9:39 PM EDT

#txed A1 - Soft skills and computer skills are in demand by employers.

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator May 17 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Oh goodness. A life long learner is HUGE! I cannot believe I left that off of mine! :) #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:39 PM EDT

I notice nobody is saying to make sure they know their math facts... #txed

emilydowneysca May 17 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Emily in CFISD. A1: we need to teach them how to collaborate, communicate, and be problem solvers! #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Question 2 is coming up! #TXed

vhsaldana May 17 @ 9:40 PM EDT

An awarenesss of how they depend on the world and the world on them. #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Q1-In your opinion, what must we develop in our Ss so that they can be successful in the world? #TXed

Wesley_Vinson38 May 17 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1: Must develop empathy, critical thinking, and boldness in them so they can change the world from it's current debacle #txed

MrsBondy2nd May 17 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1: How to be thinkers/ problem solvers and communication/ how to work with other #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Perseverance should be the word of the day! #txed

meredithakers - Moderator May 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT

I love teaching them perseverance! This means we have to let them fail and teach them how to keep trying and not give up #txed
In reply to @misswren09, @TXEDMod

meredithakers - Moderator May 17 @ 9:40 PM EDT

That shows you ARE teaching perseverance!!! Awesome!!! #txed

misswren09 May 17 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Yes I had a student today who told me she knew it was okay to fail and try again and again!!
In reply to @meredithakers, @TXEDMod

ToshMcGaughy May 17 @ 9:40 PM EDT

#txed Tosh here, late...A1: Curiosity!!! Always first for me with all children. Nurture it. Model it. Celebrate it.

KristiHinze May 17 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Kristi Hinze from Brenham jumping in late! Sorry for the tardiness! #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us, Emily. #txed

In reply to @emilydowneysca

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q2-What strategies or ideas do you use to help Ss work with others on a team? #TXed

Hahne_KingEle May 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Or all their sight words. Priorities #txed

In reply to @pwagnerlcisd

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Great to see you, Victor. Hope all is well. #txed

In reply to @vhsaldana

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator May 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT

yes Paul....I forgot problem solving. :) #txed

In reply to @pwagnerlcisd

Wesley_Vinson38 May 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: I think we need to move beyond preparing them to be workers to being world changers #txed

pruitt5 May 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A2: a safe environment to take risks, learn together, fail together, but always support one another. #txed #TxEdTuesday

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Thanks for stopping in, Tosh. Right on time! #txed

In reply to @ToshMcGaughy

Hahne_KingEle May 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Project based learning & hands on Learning assist Ss in learning and talking to eachother. Ss have to be taught how to collaborate. #TXed

EducationPMC May 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A2 #txed Solid listening skills, compassion, humility. Have to be willing to step aside and let others shine to collaborate successfully

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q2-What strategies or ideas do you use to help Ss work with others on a team? #TXed

ToshMcGaughy May 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT

#txed A2: Learner & personality profiles early so kids can understand their strengths and each other's to develop respect 4 others

Toups_J May 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT

#txed A2 I try to let me Ss collaborate and team teach at least twice a week. #ItWorks you can HEAR learning happen.

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Not late at all...just glad you could stop in. #txed

In reply to @KristiHinze

Wesley_Vinson38 May 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: If their goal is to improve the world, they will be able to be a successful worker no matter where they go #txed

PrincipalVest - Moderator May 17 @ 9:43 PM EDT

That allowing them to fail thing is so hard,as an educator & parent - you are so right though.It is critical! #txed #samediscussionatmyhouse

meredithakers - Moderator May 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT

I love teaching them perseverance! This means we have to let them fail and teach them how to keep trying and not give up #txed
In reply to @misswren09, @TXEDMod

EducationPMC May 17 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A2 part deux #TXed Also the self confidence to speak up and lead when it’s needed. Ss need multiple opportunities to practice these

SIOWehmeyer May 17 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A2 always gave everyone a job and we practiced what good team work looked like #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A2: listening skills, communication, respect, and patience. #txed

meredithakers - Moderator May 17 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A2: Lay out specific expectations for group interactions such as "accept all ideas on the brainstorm" #txed

Psalgado91 May 17 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A1: To effectively communicate with their peers, important to be able to share and listen to new ideas!#txed

KristiHinze May 17 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Yes this is right on! #txed

Hahne_KingEle May 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Project based learning & hands on Learning assist Ss in learning and talking to eachother. Ss have to be taught how to collaborate. #TXed

lyndseykubos May 17 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A2: teaching Ss to talk things out and problem sole together not against each other! #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Amen! #txed

Hahne_KingEle May 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Project based learning & hands on Learning assist Ss in learning and talking to eachother. Ss have to be taught how to collaborate. #TXed

EducationPMC May 17 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Ooooh Patience! So hard to teach. Have to model that every day! #txed

In reply to @pwagnerlcisd

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT

#THIS #txed

Toups_J May 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT

#txed A2 I try to let me Ss collaborate and team teach at least twice a week. #ItWorks you can HEAR learning happen.

PrincipalVest - Moderator May 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2:Daily class meetings, role playing, turn & talks, #PBL, structured conversations, roles in group, collaborative @GoogleForEdu tools #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator May 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2 Modeling, rubrics,collaboration etiquette, respect, also teach argumentation! (respectfully disagree, add on to,etc.) #txed

BusEd11 May 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2 - I encourage students to talk to me about team problems. I warn them you will not like everyone you work with. #txed

TechOutLearning May 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2: I like using protocols to structure & encourage participation from all https://t.co/ttr2ua1JTZ As skill is built, relax them some #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT

It can also be hard to model some days... #txed

In reply to @EducationPMC

rphife May 17 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A1: Rachel Phife, IC @HaysCISD Ss need soft skills: face 2 face interaction, problem solvers, how 2 deal w/ conflict. #txed

EducationPMC May 17 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Just like real life! #txed ;)

BusEd11 May 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2 - I encourage students to talk to me about team problems. I warn them you will not like everyone you work with. #txed

Wesley_Vinson38 May 17 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2: Give students who are going to work in a team something that highlights differing skills each student has so each must contribute #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator May 17 @ 9:46 PM EDT

yes! #txed

In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38

ToshMcGaughy May 17 @ 9:46 PM EDT

#txed A2: ❤️programs like Destination Imagination where kids MUST learn to work together to produce a solution, common goal

KristiHinze May 17 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Well said! #txed

lyndseykubos May 17 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A2: teaching Ss to talk things out and problem sole together not against each other! #TXed

MrsBondy2nd May 17 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2: Teaching them that everyone's voice is important, a safe environment where they know it's ok to fail and celebrate each other #txed

TeachFangs May 17 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2 Same as adults. Norms and defined roles help collaboration. Give the quiet ones purpose and the gregarious ones a lane to stay in. #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:46 PM EDT

LOVE role playing. You can get them laughing at times, but it hits home with them most times. #txed

In reply to @PrincipalVest, @GoogleForEdu

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Question 3 is coming up! #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator May 17 @ 9:47 PM EDT

yes. a safe environment is key! :) #txed

In reply to @MrsBondy2nd

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Hard skill: talking to people, not at them or "down to" them. #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us, Rachel! #txed

In reply to @rphife, @HaysCISD

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Q3-Writing is an important life skill. What are ways that we can have Ss write more across different content areas? #TXed

Wesley_Vinson38 May 17 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2: Develop w/ students an evaluation system to evaluate each person's contributions & facilitate constructive criticism loops #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us, Jim! #txed

In reply to @TeachFangs

rphife May 17 @ 9:48 PM EDT

#gettinggrittywithit #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:40 PM EDT
Perseverance should be the word of the day! #txed
- meredithakers - Moderator May 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT
  
  I love teaching them perseverance! This means we have to let them fail and teach them how to keep trying and not give up #txed
  In reply to @misswren09, @TXEDMod

pruitt5 May 17 @ 9:48 PM EDT

a3: quick writes, summaries, letters #txed

emilydowneysca May 17 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Model, model, model! I try to teach skills for active listening and speaking. How to disagree appropriately, and kindness matters! #TXed

meredithakers - Moderator May 17 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A3 We must be intentional about planning opportunities for students to reflect on their learning through writing in all subject areas. #TxEd

KristiHinze May 17 @ 9:49 PM EDT

❤️this! #txed

ToshMcGaughy May 17 @ 9:46 PM EDT

#txed A2: ❤️programs like Destination Imagination where kids MUST learn to work together to produce a solution, common goal

stony12270 May 17 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A3: Have Ss create a classroom blog for frequent reflections! #txed

vhsaldana May 17 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Always ask Ss, "What donyou think?" Whenvisiting classrooms. Engage as many into the convo. As many perspectives. #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q2-What strategies or ideas do you use to help Ss work with others on a team? #TXed

Hahne_KingEle May 17 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A3 Lists, notes, summaries, describing a math/science idea/topic. #TXed

Toups_J May 17 @ 9:50 PM EDT

#txed A3 To correct test in math, Ss need to WRITE out why they missed the problem, using academic vocabulary. #reteaching

KylaMote May 17 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q1: the desire to be inquisitive, the courage to ask "why" and the strength to survive failures. #TXed

In reply to @TXEDMod

TeachFangs May 17 @ 9:50 PM EDT

#txed A3 Biggest barrier to writing across the curriculum is this: someone has to read it and provide good feedback.

misswren09 May 17 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A3 at the end of lesson have Ss end with a quick write about what they learned and putting it in their own words #txed

In reply to @TXEDMod

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A3: Journaling, blogging, social media posts, ebooks. These fit all subjects. Need to incorporate more cross-curricular, PBL projects. #txed

Wesley_Vinson38 May 17 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A3: I think we need to get them writing for real-world purposes: establish pen-pal networks, write to authors, theorists, blog & more #txed

rphife May 17 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2: @lead4ward and @KaganOnline strategies are perfect for allowing Ss to work and learn together. They enjoy taking turns. #txed

TechOutLearning May 17 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A3 Have them talk about what they are writing about - helps form ideas, exit tickets, multiple mediums #txed

ToshMcGaughy May 17 @ 9:51 PM EDT

#txed A3: Authentic & relevant writing connected to content and real-world shows Ss thinking. De-stigmafying grading of writing 4 Ts.

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Q3-Writing is an important life skill. What are ways that we can have Ss write more across different content areas? #TXed

MrsBondy2nd May 17 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A3: quick writes, reflections, my students ❤️to write letters to each other, other teachers, parents, anyone! #txed

Toups_J May 17 @ 9:51 PM EDT

#txed A3 Go to the highest level of Blooms Taxonomy. Have Ss CREATE their own word problems. #Trig with #MorePower

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Thanks for jumping in, Kyla. #txed

In reply to @KylaMote, @TXEDMod

BusEd11 May 17 @ 9:51 PM EDT

#txed A3 As a business teacher Ss compose websites, college essays and business letters. I would like to add technical writing.

Psalgado91 May 17 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3: have students reflect on what they learned/ worked on at the end of the day. If you get it, can you write it? Good practice. #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Can I get an Amen for this one? #txed

TeachFangs May 17 @ 9:50 PM EDT

#txed A3 Biggest barrier to writing across the curriculum is this: someone has to read it and provide good feedback.

lyndseykubos May 17 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3: notes, exit tickets, explanations #txed

vhsaldana May 17 @ 9:52 PM EDT

@LYSNation would say every content must have a critical writing component! That's how you cement Ss thinking. #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Q3-Writing is an important life skill. What are ways that we can have Ss write more across different content areas? #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator May 17 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3 practice letters, revisions, reports, summaries. Anytime you can fit it in! #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Great job! #txed

In reply to @BusEd11

PrincipalVest - Moderator May 17 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3: Quick writes, #criticalwriting, journals to solidify thinking #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us, Aide. #txed

In reply to @Psalgado91

emilydowneysca May 17 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3:You plan critical writing in math and science. Give the Ss a chance to explain/teach others using google slides or drawing.#TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Question 4 is coming up! #TXed

KylaMote May 17 @ 9:54 PM EDT

I heard this was the place to be! Thanks for having me. #TXed

In reply to @pwagnerlcisd, @TXEDMod

ToshMcGaughy May 17 @ 9:54 PM EDT

#txed A3: As ELA T, I came up with simple rubric for my content pals to quickly assess writing in their rooms. True effective writing.

pruitt5 May 17 @ 9:54 PM EDT

yes, yes it is!!!!! #txed

In reply to @KylaMote, @pwagnerlcisd, @TXEDMod

meredithakers - Moderator May 17 @ 9:54 PM EDT

I've loved seeing students explain their thinking in your #mathsnaps #txed

emilydowneysca May 17 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3:You plan critical writing in math and science. Give the Ss a chance to explain/teach others using google slides or drawing.#TXed

KristiHinze May 17 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A3: Purposeful planning with all subject areas with topics that are relevant to the students. #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:54 PM EDT

That's a great way to help them out and get them on board at the same time. Awesome! #txed

In reply to @ToshMcGaughy

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Q4-Our Ss will face a number of challenges in the future. How do we prepare them to be problem solvers? #TXed

EducationPMC May 17 @ 9:55 PM EDT

#TXed That’s awesome! Writing matters across all areas. Certainly true across professions.

In reply to @ToshMcGaughy

ToshMcGaughy May 17 @ 9:55 PM EDT

#txed Amen!!! Audio comment feedback on writing makes it faster for content teachers. ReCap?

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:52 PM EDT
Can I get an Amen for this one? #txed
- TeachFangs May 17 @ 9:50 PM EDT
  
  #txed A3 Biggest barrier to writing across the curriculum is this: someone has to read it and provide good feedback.

rphife May 17 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3: did this 2day w/ @debbiediller 4 corners 4 Ts 2 brainstorm wrtg across curriculum. #txed #justoneexample

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator May 17 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3 Mine also struggle with taking notes. it's a lost art form/skill #txed

AggiePuckett May 17 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3 "silent debates" or basically having kids write down their response and respond to others on big butcher paper is marvelous #TXed

pruitt5 May 17 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A4: give them opportunities to solve probs on their own. Don't always step in, give them guidance to solve on their own. #txed

meredithakers - Moderator May 17 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Love the collaboration. Students know they will be held to ELA T's standard of writing! #txed

ToshMcGaughy May 17 @ 9:54 PM EDT

#txed A3: As ELA T, I came up with simple rubric for my content pals to quickly assess writing in their rooms. True effective writing.

Toups_J May 17 @ 9:55 PM EDT

#txed A3 when I taught 8th grade I had Ss write math problems involing my post cards which they were learning about in US History.

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:56 PM EDT

@Flipgrid is another great tool for that. #txed

In reply to @ToshMcGaughy, @flipgrid

KristiHinze May 17 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Yes this is fun to have students do! Once the students create, then their word problems can be a station that other students solve. #txed

Toups_J May 17 @ 9:51 PM EDT

#txed A3 Go to the highest level of Blooms Taxonomy. Have Ss CREATE their own word problems. #Trig with #MorePower

SIOWehmeyer May 17 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A4 give student scenarios or tasks to try... enter Makerspace!!! #TXed

PrincipalVest - Moderator May 17 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A3: @mrs_ingvardsen has used a "Twitterboard" in her classroom where each student writes an #exitticket on a post it & posts to board #txed

rphife May 17 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A3: #PLC #verticalteams #txed

In reply to @KristiHinze

Hahne_KingEle May 17 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A4 Own problems in front of them. Show them how you solve problems & let them practice. Model, model, model! #TXed

lyndseykubos May 17 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Couldn't have said it better!!! #TXed

pruitt5 May 17 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A4: give them opportunities to solve probs on their own. Don't always step in, give them guidance to solve on their own. #txed

Wesley_Vinson38 May 17 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A4: We have to present them w/ real-world issues to let them develop critical thinking skills towards them at their level #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator May 17 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A4 Give them real world problems to solve! #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Start them early. Biggest issue, IMO is everyone does it different. They learn one way this year, then a new way next. #consistency #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator May 17 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3 Mine also struggle with taking notes. it's a lost art form/skill #txed

Psalgado91 May 17 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Give them the chance to fail, helping them deal with problems on their own enriches their ability to problem solve in & out of class #TXed

Wesley_Vinson38 May 17 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A4: We also need to encourage students to use a variety of strategies and methods to solve a problem or complete a task #TXed

ToshMcGaughy May 17 @ 9:57 PM EDT

#txed A4: Keep our mouths shut when they ask for answers! So hard. Support them but let them struggle. They will get it.

meredithakers - Moderator May 17 @ 9:57 PM EDT

I like the idea of using screencastify to share feedback as you point out and highlight what you are saying to students. #txed

ToshMcGaughy May 17 @ 9:55 PM EDT
#txed Amen!!! Audio comment feedback on writing makes it faster for content teachers. ReCap?
- pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:52 PM EDT
  
  Can I get an Amen for this one? #txed
  
  TeachFangs May 17 @ 9:50 PM EDT
  
  #txed A3 Biggest barrier to writing across the curriculum is this: someone has to read it and provide good feedback.

TechOutLearning May 17 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Absolutely! And it does NOT have to be the teacher #Authentic Audience #txed

In reply to @TeachFangs

KristiHinze May 17 @ 9:57 PM EDT

❤️the idea of students composing a website. @Martyandthecows has her 2nd grade students blog to get them writing. #txed

BusEd11 May 17 @ 9:51 PM EDT

#txed A3 As a business teacher Ss compose websites, college essays and business letters. I would like to add technical writing.

misswren09 May 17 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A4 by letting them solve problems on their own, and guide them by asking higher level questions as well #txed

In reply to @TXEDMod

friEdTechnology May 17 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Join us for our Sunday night chat: T-TESS & Tech---We have an expert in @haleedtech so you don't want to miss this! #friedfan #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A4: How about we stop telling them how to do everything and let them figure something out for themselves once in a while??? #txed

Psalgado91 May 17 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A4: Give them the chance to fail, helping them deal with problems on their own enriches ability to problem solve in & out of class #TXed

BusEd11 May 17 @ 9:57 PM EDT

#txed A4 - Don't hand out answers to their problems. Take the time to talk it out with them & let them brainstorm possible solutions.

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator May 17 @ 9:57 PM EDT

high five Wes! #greatminds #txed

In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38

Toups_J May 17 @ 9:57 PM EDT

#txed A4 Your assessments and instruction needs to be rigorous. Hold high expectaions and make sure your Ss KNOW you expect them to succeed.

Wesley_Vinson38 May 17 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A4: And teach them how to research and experiment: cue MacGyver music #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator May 17 @ 9:58 PM EDT

true... I teach with graphic organizers, bold words, even sketchnotes! #txed

In reply to @pwagnerlcisd

Toups_J May 17 @ 9:59 PM EDT

#txed A4 Try to have the Ss realize this without having low grades first!

KristiHinze May 17 @ 10:00 PM EDT

A4: give the students real world situations and time for them to develop solutions. #TXed

KristiHinze May 17 @ 10:00 PM EDT

AMEN! #txed

ToshMcGaughy May 17 @ 9:57 PM EDT

#txed A4: Keep our mouths shut when they ask for answers! So hard. Support them but let them struggle. They will get it.

PrincipalVest - Moderator May 17 @ 10:00 PM EDT

A4: We MUST give them opportunities to actually solve real world probs, not probs about how to divide 750 oranges into 5 boxes. #what? #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Question 5 is coming up! #TXed

Toups_J May 17 @ 10:01 PM EDT

#txed MacGyver music = #MorePower

In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38

MrsBondy2nd May 17 @ 10:01 PM EDT

A4: Model to students, mentor them give them feedback while helping them learn to make good choices. OWNERSHIP #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 10:01 PM EDT

My daughter's math T had Ss create videos to explain vocabulary and processes. Great project! #txed https://t.co/Q416XchXku

ToshMcGaughy May 17 @ 10:01 PM EDT

#txed A4: Great T friend tried BreakOut with her STAAR review for 6th. Kids struggled first day then came back with determination 2nd day.

TechOutLearning May 17 @ 10:01 PM EDT

A4. Let them fail, try again. Give positive points for each attempt - not how quickly they get the result #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Q5-Technology has become an integral part of the work force and everyday life. What are ways you incorporate tech into your lessons? #TXed

emilydowneysca May 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT

A3: Give them a safe environment to fail and problem solve. Let them see peers problem solve #breakoutedu #TXed

pruitt5 May 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT

a5: use tech as a tool not as a substitute for good teaching. I use as a reteach/practice skill tool. #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Should have kept this back for A5! #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 10:01 PM EDT

My daughter's math T had Ss create videos to explain vocabulary and processes. Great project! #txed https://t.co/Q416XchXku

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us tonight, Emily. #txed

In reply to @emilydowneysca

ToshMcGaughy May 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT

#txed A5: I'm a digital learning specialist, so this is what I do. Ts are surprised when I say "Not all lessons need tech."

Wesley_Vinson38 May 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT

A5: I think the real question is how do you now have a lesson without integrating tech? #txed

rphife May 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Model everything and assume nothing. #txed

In reply to @Hahne_KingEle

Toups_J May 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT

#txed A5 Create your own YouTube channel. Post your test review answers so Ss can watch the review videos. https://t.co/ZocGyTlMQR

Hahne_KingEle May 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A5 Integtate technology into modeling, practice, and engagement. Ss can dictate and record answers. The sky is the limit. #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator May 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A5 I model MANY tools. Then let them choose. Websites, videos, different apps. Choice is key! #txed

KristiHinze May 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A5: Allow the students to create using google not just answering questions. Student created videos to teach other students #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Agree! Tech should also not be taught as an "extra" or independent of other curriculum. Integrate it into a lesson. #txed

pruitt5 May 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT

a5: use tech as a tool not as a substitute for good teaching. I use as a reteach/practice skill tool. #txed

Hahne_KingEle May 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A5 Integrate technology into modeling, practice, and engagement. Ss can dictate and record answers. The sky is the limit. #TXed

lyndseykubos May 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A5: today's meet chat room, google forms for assessments, google slides for presentations, google classroom for assignments #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT

I am right there with you. It's my job too, but if it doesn't fit, don't force it. #txed

ToshMcGaughy May 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT

#txed A5: I'm a digital learning specialist, so this is what I do. Ts are surprised when I say "Not all lessons need tech."

Hahne_KingEle May 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Absolutely! #txed

In reply to @rphife

Toups_J May 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT

#txed A5 Create @STAARtest Review videos so kids ACROSS THE STATE can learn with #morepower https://t.co/IVOi7DNie1

emilydowneysca May 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A5: #breakoutedu, g suites, #goformative #flocabulary, #recap #TXed

Wesley_Vinson38 May 17 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A5: Tech use: grab attention, effective time on task, create products, provide immediate feedback, close lesson, music, calm students #txed

ToshMcGaughy May 17 @ 10:06 PM EDT

#txed A5: https://t.co/T23SlAAXa9

meredithakers - Moderator May 17 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Love having Ss teach Ss! #txed

KristiHinze May 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A5: Allow the students to create using google not just answering questions. Student created videos to teach other students #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 10:06 PM EDT

I will disagree to some extent. There are still great hands-on lessons that can be done w/o tech. It should not be all one or other. #txed

In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38

Wesley_Vinson38 May 17 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A5: To name a few, there are of course more, tech can be used to open access to the world, reach beyond classroom walls #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 10:07 PM EDT

#choiceboards #menus #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator May 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A5 I model MANY tools. Then let them choose. Websites, videos, different apps. Choice is key! #txed

Toups_J May 17 @ 10:07 PM EDT

#txed A5 Take your Ss to places. Go to the Mall Of America Aquarium for an Alg 1 @STAARtest Reveiw. https://t.co/7Q1LvxMVfU

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Question 6 is coming up! #TXed

ToshMcGaughy May 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT

#txed A5: https://t.co/csVzU332vf

Toups_J May 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT

#txed A5 Video your Ss saying @STAARtest Tips. Make a video to show to your whole school! #ItWorked https://t.co/6Ym6hkVZYE

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Q6-How can we help motivate our students to face the challenges of the world? #TXed

KristiHinze May 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Yes it is so powerful! It also serves as a teaching tool for parents when they do not understand content or as an assessment for T #txed

In reply to @meredithakers

MrsBondy2nd May 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A5: Technology is a great tool if used correctly. My students have ❤️teaching other classes the fun things they are doing with tech.#txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator May 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT

ha! it's hard to do. :P #txed

In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38

Hahne_KingEle May 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A6 make it fun! Give Ss a reason to solve problems. Start small & work up. #TXed

brownsfantricia May 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A6 #TXed Motivate by exposing Ss to the world around them - nature, cultures, politics - Ss will be curious to learn and stay involved

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Q6-How can we help motivate our students to face the challenges of the world? #TXed

EducationPMC May 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A6 #TXed Motivate by exposing Ss to the world around them - nature, cultures, politics - Ss will be curious to learn and stay involved

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Q6-How can we help motivate our students to face the challenges of the world? #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT

I was commenting on you saying "how do you have a lesson without integrating tech". My point is that you can have lessons without it. #txed

In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38

Toups_J May 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT

#txed A5 Make educational commercials. Go to @sonicdrivein to the the #pythagoreantm triple meal deal. https://t.co/iO5rGwgO3C

TechOutLearning May 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A5. Not right for all, but #hyperdocs rock! They let you curate resources in meaningful & useful ways, S choice, use tech tools #txed

jdeek May 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT

#TXed A5 Jim, MS Counselor from Central Texas, joining late. I use this device all day long, modeling how to work, stay connected.

Paint_Facts_Bot May 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT

I notice nobody is saying to make sure they know their painting painting... #txed

Toups_J May 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT

#txed A6 Don't be afraid to let a Ss who is not working actually fail. #LifeLesson

KristiHinze May 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A6: continue to give them real world situations and allowing them time to develop solutions and act on the solutions #txed

jdeek May 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT

#TXed A5 -Think it is also important to show kids when to put the device down. Easy to get lost in tech. Communication skills are a must.

meredithakers - Moderator May 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A6: encourage Ss to look for solutions to the problems in our world. Empower them that they can make a difference. #txed

lyndseykubos May 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A6: allowing them to problem solve without stepping in so quickly! #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator May 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A I use science and soc. stud to show how knowledge gives them power, a tool to help them realize they can live in & change the world. #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A6: Start by not giving prizes every time they do anything. Play on a team: trophy. Enter a race: trophy. World doesn't work that way. #txed

TechOutLearning May 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT

YES! Some tools are great for teaching/practicing lower Bloom's so the teacher can focus on the higher #txed

In reply to @pruitt5

EducationPMC May 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A6 #txed important for Ss to think about the kind of adult they want to be. Ts can expose to multiple careers. Can’t be what you can’t see

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Q6-How can we help motivate our students to face the challenges of the world? #TXed

TASBGR May 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Thank you @SpeakerStraus & @DanHuberty for standing up for public school students and educators. #txlege #txed https://t.co/HW8wjIoqms

pruitt5 May 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT

a6: creating a safe environment for Ss to take risks, problem solve on their own. Be their cheerleader no matter what. #txed

Wesley_Vinson38 May 17 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A6: We have to be aware of the challenges of the world & figure out how to make them tangible to students, empathy is important #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A6 cont: Help them understand they have to have internal motivation cuz someone will not always be there with a cookie. #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Thanks to the #TXed team, and all of you, for joining us tonight. Don't forget to give your new friends a follow. See you next week!

vhsaldana May 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Present them with real world issues and applications. Bring the world into the classroom as much as possible. #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Q6-How can we help motivate our students to face the challenges of the world? #TXed

meredithakers - Moderator May 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Thanks #txed #PLN ! Love this chat! :)

pruitt5 May 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Awesome chat tonight!! @TXEDMod #txed #pln

Wesley_Vinson38 May 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A6: Action on small scales needs to be encouraged as part of the community-school relationship. In this way everyone wins #txed

KristiHinze May 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Thanks for an awesome chat tonight! #TXed

jdeek May 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT

#TXed A6 -By facing our own issues. Let the kids see us struggle. Show them that's it's ok to not have the answers and how to collaborate.

Wesley_Vinson38 May 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A6: With schools & communities solving local problems, then both can join forces to face the world's problems #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator May 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Thanks to everyone for joining us tonight. Have a great finish to the week and to the school year! #txed

Toups_J May 17 @ 10:17 PM EDT

#txed Trs, remember you are all #Awesome Stay positive. SummerMMXVII approaches. MAKE EVERY DAY COUNT! #kidsdeserveit

TechOutLearning May 17 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A6. Teach them to find the positive in everything! #FailForward #txed

MrsBondy2nd May 17 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A6: motivate and cheer them on. Teach them to never give up...lead by example, share your struggles with Ss #txed

Psalgado91 May 17 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A6: Challenge them to be their best self, today and every day. Can they think critically, can they empathize w those around? #txed

vhsaldana May 17 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Title 1 kids are the best at problem solving. They do it to survive daily. Just focus the skill into academic terms. #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator May 17 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Q4-Our Ss will face a number of challenges in the future. How do we prepare them to be problem solvers? #TXed

Wesley_Vinson38 May 17 @ 10:20 PM EDT

@pwagnerlcisd @PrincipalOgg @KelleyJAndrews Great questions! Thanks to everyone for your wisdom! #txed

TechOutLearning May 17 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A6 Community partnerships to provide real world experience #txed

pastors4txkids May 17 @ 10:26 PM EDT

We have done almost 400 meetings all over the state. Our neighborhood & community #txed public schools are clearly Texans' highest priority.