#yrdsbtalk Archive
Tuesday March 29, 2016
8:00 PM EDT
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:00 PM EDT
The 2nd collaborative norm for
#yrdsbtalk
is pay attention to self and others. The 3rd is contribute your own thoughts and ideas.
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Don’t forget to include
#yrdsbtalk
in all of your tweets and replies during the chat. Thank you!
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Welcome to our
#yrdsbtalk
monthly chat focused on the Capacity Building Monographs. Our article this month:
https://t.co/EroUmCUD2u
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Tonight’s
#yrdsbtalk
focus is: System Leaders and Collaborative Inquiry.
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Please set your settings to public to be able to fully participate in tonight’s
#yrdsbtalk
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:01 PM EDT
The format for tonight’s
#yrdsbtalk
chat is “Q1” for the question and for responding please use “A1”
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Welcome any newcomers to
#yrdsbtalk
tonight. We are glad that you joined the learning.
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Please go ahead and introduce yourselves - name, location, context
#yrdsbtalk
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:03 PM EDT
My name is Kristin Chaisson-Bombard and I co-moderate
#yrdsbtalk
with
@s_weyrich
.
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Good evening! Stephanie Weyrich, I co-moderate
#yrdsbtalk
with
@KCBombard
and teach Grade 2 at Fred Varley P.S. Happy to chat with you all!
cgu92
Mar 29 @ 8:04 PM EDT
I'm Cheryl Urback Lit Teach & TL
@nmpsyrdsb
. Looking forward to chatting with each of you.
#yrdsbtalk
tracy_nct
Mar 29 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Hi everyone! Yay glad to join tonight's chat! My name is Tracy Ng and I am a FDK teacher at EJ Sand PS
#yrdsbtalk
NMPSRoom106
Mar 29 @ 8:04 PM EDT
I'm Gayle an FDK teacher at NMPS looking forward to tweeting about System Leaders and Collaborative Inquiry for the next hour
#yrdsbtalk
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:05 PM EDT
@cgu92
@nmpsyrdsb
Hi Cheryl, glad you could join in. You missed me dancing like a leaf...
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:05 PM EDT
@cgu92
@nmpsyrdsb
welcome Cheryl! Glad you could join us tonight as we explore a new monograph
#yrdsbtalk
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:05 PM EDT
Q1: How can we create a school-wide collaborative culture?
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:05 PM EDT
@tracy_nct
welcome Tracy! Thx for dropping by tonight
#yrdsbtalk
MsSchmidt_YR
Mar 29 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Jocelyn Schmidt, SK/1 teacher at Robert Munsch P.S.
#yrdsbtalk
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:06 PM EDT
@tracy_nct
Welcome to tonight's chat. Glad you could join in the conversation.
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:06 PM EDT
@NMPSRoom106
we are too :) thx for joining the conversation tonight Gayle
#yrdsbtalk
Jodischatzky
Mar 29 @ 8:06 PM EDT
#yrdsbtalk
my name is Jodi Schatzky and I teach FDK at Mackenzie glen ps
MmeChinACPS
Mar 29 @ 8:06 PM EDT
#yrdsbtalk
Christine chin grade 6 FI at Adrienne Clarkson ps
NMPSRoom106
Mar 29 @ 8:06 PM EDT
A1 Foster an environment which supports risk taking, builds trust and honours transparency
#yrdsbtalk
MmeChinACPS
Mar 29 @ 8:07 PM EDT
#yrdsbtalk
A1: mutual preps; release time; sharing of best practices; mentoring
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:07 PM EDT
@MsSchmidt_YR
welcome Jocelyn! Glad you could join us tonight
#yrdsbtalk
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:07 PM EDT
@Jodischatzky
Thanks for joining in the conversation tonight. Welcome.
#yrdsbtalk
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:07 PM EDT
The link to the monograph can be found here: System Leaders and Collaborative Inquiry -
https://t.co/iUqKGj0z27
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:08 PM EDT
@Jodischatzky
welcome Jodi! Great to have you with us tonight
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:08 PM EDT
@MmeChinACPS
thx for joining the chat tonight Christine!
#yrdsbtalk
cgu92
Mar 29 @ 8:08 PM EDT
A1: Ensuing our schools have a culture that encourages risk taking, growth mindset and collaboration.
#yrdsbtalk
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:08 PM EDT
@MmeChinACPS
Welcome tonight. Thanks for joining in the conversation.
#yrdsbtalk
Jodischatzky
Mar 29 @ 8:09 PM EDT
#yrdsbtalk
inviting other classrooms into your room. Making your inquiries open to the whole school.
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:09 PM EDT
A1: Developing & maintaining growth mindsets - we're all co-learners & contribute different assets & experiences
#yrdsbtalk
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:10 PM EDT
A1: I really like how they referred to CI as a "shared Mindset" in the monograph. Seeing the value of CI is important
#yrdsbtalk
NMPSRoom106
Mar 29 @ 8:10 PM EDT
A1 Shared belief that we are all better together!
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:10 PM EDT
@cgu92
read my mind - just mentioned the importance of developing & maintaining a growth mindset - we are all learners
#yrdsbtalk
MsSchmidt_YR
Mar 29 @ 8:11 PM EDT
Agreed! Co-learning is key & tapping in2 the strengths of others to push our thinking
@S_Weyrich
#yrdsbtalk
cgu92
Mar 29 @ 8:11 PM EDT
@S_Weyrich
sounds like we are like-minded in our beliefs around CI.
#yrdsbtalk
tracy_nct
Mar 29 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1: To have teachers, admins & parents work together to make essential decisions for the better education of our students!
#yrdsbtalk
MsSchmidt_YR
Mar 29 @ 8:11 PM EDT
@KCBOMBARD
Likewise! A "shared mindset" promotes collaborative, common goals, & common understandings =impact Ss learning
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:12 PM EDT
@NMPSRoom106
so important! This helps enable the conditions for optimal learning
#yrdsbtalk
Jodischatzky
Mar 29 @ 8:13 PM EDT
#yrdsbtalk
interactive bulletin board displays others can add onto...
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:13 PM EDT
A1: Having all stakeholders take part in the different roles, having P or VP as co-teacher can be help to build safety
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:14 PM EDT
Q2: How does the learning from one group inform the learning of others?
#yrdsbtalk
tracy_nct
Mar 29 @ 8:15 PM EDT
@KCBOMBARD
I think having P & VP as colearners also shows students that "we are all in this together!"
#yrdsbtalk
NMPSRoom106
Mar 29 @ 8:16 PM EDT
Q2: One groups energy and excitement can create a domino effect
#yrdsbtalk
MsSchmidt_YR
Mar 29 @ 8:16 PM EDT
A2: Promotes discussion around what worked, what didn't work, what can our Ss do, where can we go next.
#yrdsbtalk
NMPSRoom106
Mar 29 @ 8:17 PM EDT
@tracy_nct
@KCBOMBARD
definitely shows that everyone is engaged in lifelong learning and taking risks
#yrdsbtalk
MsSchmidt_YR
Mar 29 @ 8:17 PM EDT
@NMPSRoom106
Agreed! Learning is contagious :)
#yrdsbtalk
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A2: quote"collaborative inquiry becomes an integral part of how we work and learn together-“a do rather than a talk mode"
#yrdsbtalk
NMPSRoom106
Mar 29 @ 8:18 PM EDT
@MsSchmidt_YR
discussions may involved unintended/unexpected outcomes and learning
#yrdsbtalk
tracy_nct
Mar 29 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A2: Sparks new learning and new discussions!
#yrdsbtalk
LynnMacDonald
Mar 29 @ 8:18 PM EDT
#yrdsbtalk
A1: Structuring time for teachers, EA's, students, stakeholders to collaborate and giving frameworks such as SIP, 4C's to guide.
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:19 PM EDT
@MsSchmidt_YR
ongoing discussion = key! I think of the 3R's - repeat, remove, re-consider
#yrdsbtalk
MsSchmidt_YR
Mar 29 @ 8:19 PM EDT
@NMPSRoom106
I feel that those learning moments are the best and often where the most dialogue and new learning can emerge!
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:20 PM EDT
@NMPSRoom106
@MsSchmidt_YR
also important for all voices to be heard & valued
#yrdsbtalk
LynnMacDonald
Mar 29 @ 8:21 PM EDT
#yrdsbtalk
Joining late - VP at KCSS
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A2: Learning from one to inform the learning of others happens when the learning is relevant & purposeful
#yrdsbtalk
KimPollishuke
Mar 29 @ 8:23 PM EDT
Hey
#yrdsbtalk
- joining in late :) I'm Kim Pollishuke - DLRT for elementary west.
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:23 PM EDT
@LynnMacDonald
Welcome to the monthly monograph study System Leaders and Collaborative Inquiry -
https://t.co/iUqKGj0z27
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:23 PM EDT
@LynnMacDonald
welcome Lynn! Glad you could join in the learning tonight
#yrdsbtalk
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:23 PM EDT
Q3: What do you feel are effective characteristics of professional learning?
#yrdsbtalk
NMPSRoom106
Mar 29 @ 8:23 PM EDT
@KCBOMBARD
:article said, 'terms...[travel] well but...conceptualizing & thinking do not' CI brings terms to life
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:24 PM EDT
@KimPollishuke
thx for dropping in tonight Kim!
#yrdsbtalk
NMPSRoom106
Mar 29 @ 8:24 PM EDT
@MsSchmidt_YR
agreed! Authenticity, interest, personal experience and engagement are key
#yrdsbtalk
Jodischatzky
Mar 29 @ 8:25 PM EDT
#yrdsbtalk
being open-minded, taking initiative, and accepting criticism and learning and improving from it
KimPollishuke
Mar 29 @ 8:25 PM EDT
A2: sharing along the way - not just at the end - is key. Share where we went wrong so others see that progress isn't perfect
#yrdsbtalk
NMPSRoom106
Mar 29 @ 8:26 PM EDT
@S_Weyrich
@MsSchmidt_YR
so true! As leaders in our classrooms, schools and system MUST advocate for ALL voices
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:26 PM EDT
@KimPollishuke
focusing on the process is very valuable
#yrdsbtalk
KimPollishuke
Mar 29 @ 8:27 PM EDT
A3: establish what the learners want to learn - empathy is crucial - PL has to be relevant for it to be meaningful.
#yrdsbtalk
MmeChinACPS
Mar 29 @ 8:27 PM EDT
#yrdsbtalk
are we not all basically talking about what we'd like for our Ss to do too??
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:27 PM EDT
A3:In order for professional learning to be effective, educators need to see how change will make an impact in their class/role
#yrdsbtalk
NMPSRoom106
Mar 29 @ 8:27 PM EDT
@KimPollishuke
when we share along the way we show that our course is flexible and responsive to learners!
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:28 PM EDT
@KimPollishuke
how does it impact my program, student learning & pedagogy?
#yrdsbtalk
CarigliaBull
Mar 29 @ 8:28 PM EDT
A3: listening as learning as we work towards a common goal (what's the next best step for our students?)
#yrdsbtalk
LynnMacDonald
Mar 29 @ 8:28 PM EDT
#yrdsbtalk
A2: CI permits teachers to reflect on the results of their inquiry and gives them an opportunity to get feedback from others.
MsSchmidt_YR
Mar 29 @ 8:29 PM EDT
@KCBOMBARD
Agreed. It needs to be practical & meaningful & also provide entry points for all professional learners.
#yrdsbtalk
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:29 PM EDT
@MmeChinACPS
Yes I think so, but sometimes we ask Ss to do things that we may not be willing to do ourselves. We need to change 2
#yrdsbtalk
KimPollishuke
Mar 29 @ 8:29 PM EDT
@MmeChinACPS
I agree. PL 4 Ts should take on many of the same characteristics as learning 4 Ss. Innovative, flexible, experential
#yrdsbtalk
NMPSRoom106
Mar 29 @ 8:29 PM EDT
@MmeChinACPS
reciprocal learning occurs for staff and students when we engage in CI!
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:31 PM EDT
A3: As stated in the monograph – effective PL is learner-directed & research supported – engage in areas of emerging need
#yrdsbtalk
tracy_nct
Mar 29 @ 8:31 PM EDT
A3: Being able to collaborate on ideas & conversations, being mindful of different learners & open to constructive criticism
#yrdsbtalk
jeffreyborsuk
Mar 29 @ 8:32 PM EDT
A little late, but happy to join in
#yrdsbtalk
LynnMacDonald
Mar 29 @ 8:32 PM EDT
#yrdsbtalk
A3: Many overlaps with the Modern Learning frame.
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:33 PM EDT
@jeffreyborsuk
no worries - we're chatting about professional learning right now - effective characteristics
#yrdsbtalk
LynnMacDonald
Mar 29 @ 8:33 PM EDT
@T__Meikle
#yrdsbtalk
if you can join in...
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:34 PM EDT
Q4: What does collaborative inquiry look like in practice?
#yrdsbtalk
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:35 PM EDT
@jeffreyborsuk
Welcome, thanks for joining in.
#yrdsbtalk
focus tonight System Leaders and Collaborative Inquiry -
https://t.co/iUqKGj0z27
NMPSRoom106
Mar 29 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A4 may involve teachers opening their doors to each other or planning a shared experience
#yrdsbtalk
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:37 PM EDT
A4: as stated in monograph: "activity focused on students, student thinking and student demonstrations of understanding"
#yrdsbtalk
MsSchmidt_YR
Mar 29 @ 8:37 PM EDT
A4: Ensuring that there is no "evaluative" pressure for educators. The 4C's model is a wonderful place to start!
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:38 PM EDT
A4: Actively engaged in learning more about Ss learning & our own learning as educators
#yrdsbtalk
MmeChinACPS
Mar 29 @ 8:38 PM EDT
#yrdsbtalk
A4: teacher mentoring to inspire new questions about what we do and why we do it
NMPSRoom106
Mar 29 @ 8:38 PM EDT
@KCBOMBARD
looking at what students are saying and doing and deconstructing with other professionals
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:39 PM EDT
@NMPSRoom106
learning with & from each other! Collectively building on ideas
#yrdsbtalk
learnwithmsm
Mar 29 @ 8:39 PM EDT
Hey
#yrdsbtalk
Sorry I am so late - catching up now. Looks some amazing discussion about System Leaders and Collaborative Inquiry!
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A4: When i participated in CI as co-teacher in my classroom, it helped me in setting the direction of where to go next with Ss
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:39 PM EDT
@MsSchmidt_YR
agreed! Non-judgmental mindset - engaging in actions to put into practice
#yrdsbtalk
jeffreyborsuk
Mar 29 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A4: It needs to be meaningful and engaging to Ss. Consider allowing them freedom to select topic. Collaboration may be with Ss.
#yrdsbtalk
KimPollishuke
Mar 29 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A4: I'm doing some learning on design thinking in edu - absolutely about student thinking and demonstration of understanding
#yrdsbtalk
LynnMacDonald
Mar 29 @ 8:39 PM EDT
#yrdsbtalk
A4: Determine urgent need, hypothesize, plan, implement plan, examine data, revise - similar to scientific method.
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:41 PM EDT
@KCBOMBARD
I wish it could happen more often as I would sometimes get stuck in what next steps should be but no CI group to ask.
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:42 PM EDT
@KCBOMBARD
agreed! Very valuable experience
#yrdsbtalk
KimPollishuke
Mar 29 @ 8:42 PM EDT
.
@KimPollishuke
check out The Launch Cycle 4 design thinking in edu
https://t.co/Go6uDLID4s
& gr 1 ex.
https://t.co/afYYjdsL6h
#yrdsbtalk
learnwithmsm
Mar 29 @ 8:42 PM EDT
A4: Reflecting on your own practice & developing strategies to refine your knowledge/instruction as to where you will go next
#yrdsbtalk
NMPSRoom106
Mar 29 @ 8:43 PM EDT
@KCBOMBARD
critical friends like
@cgu92
can always help!
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:43 PM EDT
A4: “ CI promotes, cultivates & supports deep thinking and efficacy for all” - stated from monograph
#yrdsbtalk
MmeChinACPS
Mar 29 @ 8:43 PM EDT
@KCBOMBARD
agreed! Finding other Ts who share that CI sentiment can be difficult
#buyin
#yrdsbtalk
learnwithmsm
Mar 29 @ 8:43 PM EDT
@Jodischatzky
So important to be surrounded by people who support & encourage mistakes too!
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:45 PM EDT
Thank you all for joining this month’s Monograph Study. We hope that you had a chance to deepen your understanding on CI & PL
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:46 PM EDT
Please join us next week - same time, same place. Topic: Mental Health &
@YRDSB
Mental Health Strategy with guest
@mcassidy905
#yrdsbtalk
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:46 PM EDT
Remember that last Tuesday in April will be dedicated to our
#yrdsbtalk
Monograph Study: 21st Century Competencies
https://t.co/f5jNLsmvxn
KCBOMBARD
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:46 PM EDT
An archive of tonight’s chat and resources will be available shortly.
#yrdsbtalk
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:47 PM EDT
Thank you all again for sharing and for the great learning tonight & every Tuesday night! Have a great rest of the week
#yrdsbtalk
MsSchmidt_YR
Mar 29 @ 8:47 PM EDT
Thank you
@S_Weyrich
and
@KCBOMBARD
for facilitating another wonderful chat! See you next week!
#yrdsbtalk
https://t.co/NhTpZebWZ8
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:46 PM EDT
Please join us next week - same time, same place. Topic: Mental Health &
@YRDSB
Mental Health Strategy with guest
@mcassidy905
#yrdsbtalk
learnwithmsm
Mar 29 @ 8:47 PM EDT
@S_Weyrich
@YRDSB
@mcassidy905
Really looking forward to this one!
#yrdsbtalk
learnwithmsm
Mar 29 @ 8:48 PM EDT
Thank you
@S_Weyrich
&
@KCBOMBARD
& to all
#yrdsbtalk
collaborators - Sorry I was late to join the action! See you next week
NMPSRoom106
Mar 29 @ 8:48 PM EDT
@KCBOMBARD
&
@S_Weyrich
Thanks for a great chat! 1 hour flies by!
#yrdsbtalk
tracy_nct
Mar 29 @ 8:49 PM EDT
Thanks to
@S_Weyrich
&
@KCBOMBARD
for facilitating an awesome learning experience!
#yrdsbtalk
https://t.co/xIMArt1EMY
S_Weyrich
- Moderator
Mar 29 @ 8:47 PM EDT
Thank you all again for sharing and for the great learning tonight & every Tuesday night! Have a great rest of the week
#yrdsbtalk
LynnMacDonald
Mar 29 @ 8:57 PM EDT
@T__Meikle
From
@KCBOMBARD
[...] the monthly monograph study System Leaders and Collaborative Inquiry -
https://t.co/tWYau3JF2O
#yrdsbtalk