#aussieED Archive

#aussieED was founded on the belief that all teachers, and students, should have unlimited access to Professional Development, on their own terms, to improve their teaching, their schools and change the lives of the students they encounter. Since then, we have embarked on a mission to reach educators, not only in Australia but, all around the globe. We want to smash the barriers that prevent teachers from easily connecting and learning with each other. To that end, we have developed a regular Ed-chat each Sunday on twitter at #aussieED. The chat allows all teachers, leaders, administrators and all those connected with education to meet on an unbiased platform and discuss the real issues that effect what happens in classrooms everywhere. Our chats are authentic because we are real teachers walking the same walk that so many do everyday.
Sunday November 27, 2016
4:30 AM EST
  • stuartkellynz Nov 27 @ 4:30 AM EST
    Join us tomorrow for #digitaledchat. Great caring, sharing & daring! #bfc630nz #aussieED #includEDau #edchatnz
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:30 AM EST
    #aussieED We would like to start by acknowledging the traditional owners of this land. We honour and respect the presence of these ancestors
  • kennisdani Nov 27 @ 4:30 AM EST
    #TheEduCal is now more than dates and places at https://t.co/cGxawynStx #sunchat #aussieEd
  • Hist_simulation Nov 27 @ 4:30 AM EST
    ^DH#WW2 Hollywood movies: compiling a list for my class-any suggestions? Here are some I've found: #aussieed https://t.co/3kPyhcZFk2
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:31 AM EST
    #aussieED Welcome! Please introduce yourself and tell us how long it took you to do reports this year
  • dothinkeducate Nov 27 @ 4:31 AM EST
    Hey #aussieED Anna here. 19% battery left. Wish me luck.
  • NZWaikato Nov 27 @ 4:32 AM EST
    Yes! Looking forward to being there! To highlight where I am I thought I would include this map! #aussieED
    In reply to @MRsalakas
  • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 4:32 AM EST
    Original version of the song I listened to most today... https://t.co/MkHtXctsNG Baby it's cold outside #aussieED
  • JoelBSperanza Nov 27 @ 4:32 AM EST
    #aussieED
    In reply to @MRsalakas
  • travis_lyon Nov 27 @ 4:32 AM EST
    Hi again all! Trav here from Lismore. Reports yet to be done :) #aussieED
  • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 4:32 AM EST
    Hello #aussieED from a very warm Cairns! Our students all finished on Friday and we have a staff week remaining! #BringOnTheHoliday
  • CameronRoss3 Nov 27 @ 4:32 AM EST
    Cameron from Melbourne, all up about 6 hours (didn't actually count by time). #aussieED
  • teacherchalky1 Nov 27 @ 4:32 AM EST
    Hi Dave from the UK, far too long #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • dothinkeducate Nov 27 @ 4:32 AM EST
    Oops - umm, it didn't take very long to do my reports this semester - all marks were collated in the report categories, so quick. #aussieed
  • NZWaikato Nov 27 @ 4:33 AM EST
    Myles from South Taranaki, New Zealand - 40 to 50 hours for end of year reports #aussieED Plus proof reading/editing. Sigh.
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 4:33 AM EST
    Hi all, Brett here, still a few reports to finish off tonight after #aussieED
  • JoelBSperanza Nov 27 @ 4:33 AM EST
    Joel from Bris. Managed to time paternity leave well and I have great colleagues. No reports for me this semester! #aussieED
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 4:33 AM EST
    Aimee from Melbourne, watching Crowded House live from Sydney so I'll be in and out. Reports took 3 hours #aussieEd
  • misterwootube Nov 27 @ 4:34 AM EST
    Evening #aussieED, I can't answer the question as I'm not done... currently proofreading 350 year 9 reports written by my staff.
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:34 AM EST
    oh yeah! sigh... #aussieED
    In reply to @NZWaikato
  • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 4:35 AM EST
    Ken from Sydney. Too long! Hours both semesters, also proof read for peers and keeping to school guidelines or trying to #aussieED
  • dothinkeducate Nov 27 @ 4:35 AM EST
    I collated all of my results in a nifty table that matched the outcomes on the report. Made it easier and quicker. #aussieED
    In reply to @AdriPaul
  • lux_senthil Nov 27 @ 4:35 AM EST
    Hi, Lux from Sydney. Report comment rubrics put together last week of Term 3. Reports to deputy this week. Long process! #aussieEd
  • AdriPaul Nov 27 @ 4:35 AM EST
    Adriana from Melb. This time last year reports were ready to go. This year I'm at the admin end providing the support. #aussieED
  • Sciencesteveg Nov 27 @ 4:35 AM EST
    Hi #aussieED, planning for next year is more interesting than reporting. I am putting reporting off as long as possible!
  • EduTweetOz Nov 27 @ 4:35 AM EST
    Wendy tweeting from this different seat tonight. Hi all. #aussieED
  • jess_rhianon Nov 27 @ 4:35 AM EST
    Jess from Melb trying to finish reports, watch crowded house and join this chat, possibly procrastinating #aussieED
  • vlkerlin Nov 27 @ 4:36 AM EST
    From Brissy back from maternity leave so no reports this yr!! #aussieED
  • cathwilliams05 Nov 27 @ 4:36 AM EST
    Hi . I'm on leave this term but 1/2 yearly took a long time. I'm very particular about comments being on point #aussieED
  • Mj0401Mary Nov 27 @ 4:36 AM EST
    Hi all, Mary from Melbourne. No reports for me :) #aussieED
  • NZWaikato Nov 27 @ 4:36 AM EST
    In a good way? #aussieED
    In reply to @travis_lyon, @kati_varela
  • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 4:36 AM EST
    Been tinkering with reports for a few weeks now #aussieED
  • dbatty1 Nov 27 @ 4:36 AM EST
    This is interesting #code #jobs #aussieed #kidsfutures
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:37 AM EST
    #aussieED First question in 1 minute
  • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 4:37 AM EST
    Hey #aussieED I still haven't done all my reports and have an additional class of Y9 reports to do for a colleague.
    • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:31 AM EST
      #aussieED Welcome! Please introduce yourself and tell us how long it took you to do reports this year
  • CameronRoss3 Nov 27 @ 4:37 AM EST
    I'm watching crowded house too and reminiscing about my brother in law with my wife :( #aussieED
    In reply to @jess_rhianon
  • curly48 Nov 27 @ 4:37 AM EST
    Hi all. Finished my comments 3 hrs ago. Took 3 weekends of writing but a full semester to get here 😀 #AussieEd
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:38 AM EST
    Q1 #aussieED Tell us what you like most about reports
  • helenspanos1 Nov 27 @ 4:38 AM EST
    Hi from Brissy. Finished reports last week! #aussieED
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 4:38 AM EST
    Crowded House are awesome! Wish I was at the concert live... #aussieED
    In reply to @jess_rhianon
  • MrsTCHSS Nov 27 @ 4:38 AM EST
    Ummm, have we started?? #aussieED
  • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 4:38 AM EST
    A1 about 2 hours and Michael Science teacher based in China #aussieed
  • CoderAus Nov 27 @ 4:38 AM EST
    #aussieED Now don't all get jealous but I didn't have to do reports this year! I'm in a special role managing technology.
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:39 AM EST
    a few minutes ago only. First question just up #aussieED
    In reply to @MrsTCHSS
  • misterwootube Nov 27 @ 4:39 AM EST
    A1. They provide a really useful avenue for communicating w/ parents & showing them a side of their children they might not know. #aussieED
  • CameronRoss3 Nov 27 @ 4:39 AM EST
    A1 - Trick Question?? Being able to provide a chance to show parents how their Ss are currently working in the classroom. #aussieED
  • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 4:39 AM EST
    Hmmm, like? well they have to be positive feedback of what Ss can do and how they can do better #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:39 AM EST
    not bad ;) #aussieED
    In reply to @Doctor_Harves
  • cathwilliams05 Nov 27 @ 4:39 AM EST
    Q1 General comments. #aussieED
  • AdriPaul Nov 27 @ 4:39 AM EST
    A1 the sense of accomplishment I feel for my students. #aussieED
  • MrsTCHSS Nov 27 @ 4:39 AM EST
    Oh oops! Yes we have. Karen from Brisbane. First yr took about 4000 hours. 4 yrs later not quite as long. Much more manageable! #aussieED
  • CoderAus Nov 27 @ 4:39 AM EST
    #aussieED Oh and I'm in a QLD p-6.
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:39 AM EST
    we won't. We are happy for you! ;) #aussieED
    In reply to @CoderAus
  • teacherchalky1 Nov 27 @ 4:39 AM EST
    A1 letting parents know what their children need to do to improve their progress #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 4:39 AM EST
    Personally, I don't think there's much to like about reports, but it's always nice to give affirmatory comments. #aussieED
  • Mj0401Mary Nov 27 @ 4:39 AM EST
    A1 articulating student growth is rewarding for tr and affirming for student #aussieED
  • EduTweetOz Nov 27 @ 4:40 AM EST
    check @kati_varela for questions #aussieED
    In reply to @MrsTCHSS, @kati_varela
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 4:40 AM EST
    A1: I like giving sts credit & +ve feedback about things they have done really well at, particularly sig improvements made. #aussieED
  • curly48 Nov 27 @ 4:40 AM EST
    A1 I love reflecting on each Ss achievements one at a time. So much data driving focuses on trends #AussieEd
  • kshawcross3 Nov 27 @ 4:40 AM EST
    Hi Karen, from Sydney, no reports to write, but will have plenty to edit from tomorrow #aussieED
  • vlkerlin Nov 27 @ 4:40 AM EST
    A1 I enjoy writing my comments as it helps create a profile for parents of the real learner not just the mark achieved! #aussieED
  • MrsTCHSS Nov 27 @ 4:40 AM EST
    A1 writing really nice comments about the character of my students and how much I 💕 having them in our class!! #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:40 AM EST
    I wonder if they don't really know... When I get my kids' reports there are no surprises there... #aussieED
    In reply to @misterwootube
  • Mj0401Mary Nov 27 @ 4:40 AM EST
    the best bit as a parent! #aussieED
    In reply to @cathwilliams05
  • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 4:40 AM EST
    Is this tweet in jest? #aussieED
  • CoderAus Nov 27 @ 4:40 AM EST
    I've done hundreds and hundreds of hours of reporting in the past though! #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • CameronRoss3 Nov 27 @ 4:40 AM EST
    Well said, that's what I was trying to say #aussieED
    In reply to @aimeeshack
  • NZWaikato Nov 27 @ 4:41 AM EST
    Yes for those parents who are pro-active I think thats a valuable tool to move the students forward #aussieED
    In reply to @teacherchalky1, @kati_varela
  • helenspanos1 Nov 27 @ 4:41 AM EST
    A1. I like seeing the progress graph at 100% complete #aussieED
  • JoelBSperanza Nov 27 @ 4:41 AM EST
    A1. #aussieED
  • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 4:41 AM EST
    A1 a way of involving parents in the learning provess #aussieED
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 4:41 AM EST
    Great to reflect on student growth over the semester. #aussieED
    In reply to @curly48
  • talkinged19 Nov 27 @ 4:41 AM EST
    Hi Charlotte in Melbourne (keeping 👁👂🏻 on Crowded House) #aussieED reports were slow accumulation of info & obs - don't have a time estimate
  • NZWaikato Nov 27 @ 4:41 AM EST
    Yes for those students who are able to be acknowledged for their excellence I think the reports really valuable #aussieED
    In reply to @DALynch146
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:41 AM EST
    do you really have time to do do that though? #aussieED
    In reply to @curly48
  • JoelBSperanza Nov 27 @ 4:42 AM EST
    Oh I used to love that progress graph when I was at EQ. Don't have it at my current school. Miss it. #aussieED
    In reply to @helenspanos1
  • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 4:42 AM EST
    I do my best helps to have a word template set up #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • dothinkeducate Nov 27 @ 4:42 AM EST
    A1: As a parent, I want to see that the teacher really does get my kid - that should show in the comments. #aussieed
  • VipulaSharma1 Nov 27 @ 4:42 AM EST
    A1: good to publicly acknowledge what the student is doing well and what steps need to be taken to move the learning on #aussieED
  • lux_senthil Nov 27 @ 4:42 AM EST
    A1- reports allow us to affirm Ss progress & talk about future direction of learning. #aussieEd
  • curly48 Nov 27 @ 4:42 AM EST
    Watching a sly old fox out our window #AussieEd
  • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 4:42 AM EST
    haha I'm with you Joel! #aussieED
    In reply to @JoelBSperanza
  • MelanieSSpencer Nov 27 @ 4:42 AM EST
    A1 Reflecting on the students and their learning, then crafting an eloquent explanation of it #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:42 AM EST
    Trying to start positive here ;p #aussieED
    In reply to @JoelBSperanza
  • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 4:42 AM EST
    Yes, Ss always behave better when you say, "well thats something I can add in your report next week" :) #aussieEd
  • dothinkeducate Nov 27 @ 4:42 AM EST
    Eep, down to 11% #aussieed
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:43 AM EST
    Q2 #aussieED In a tweet state why we do reports?
  • LoreyseAG Nov 27 @ 4:43 AM EST
    Hi #aussieED 2 sets down and 9 to go by Friday, should be fine. Like doing the read, helps me consolidate feedback picture for Ss
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:43 AM EST
    How much do you think they understand / care about our comments though? I wonder sometimes... #aussieED
    In reply to @Doctor_Harves
  • helenspanos1 Nov 27 @ 4:43 AM EST
    we use oneschool in ed qld. There is a feature which tells you missing entries and reporting progress. #aussieED
    In reply to @vlkerlin
  • dothinkeducate Nov 27 @ 4:43 AM EST
    Was he speaking? I was sidetracked by his suit... #aussieED
    In reply to @JoelBSperanza
  • jess_rhianon Nov 27 @ 4:43 AM EST
    A1: S1 focus on specific strategies that improve achievement S2 focus on how far they have come in the year #aussieED
  • curly48 Nov 27 @ 4:43 AM EST
    Its part of writing valuable comments #AussieEd
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 4:43 AM EST
    ohhh do share - progress graph? - for sts or for tchs to know how much of reports you have done? #aussieED
    In reply to @JoelBSperanza, @helenspanos1
  • talkinged19 Nov 27 @ 4:44 AM EST
    A1 having enough space to write a detailed overview of student progress, attitude & future goals #aussieED
  • dothinkeducate Nov 27 @ 4:44 AM EST
    A2: Umm...because we've always done it that way... #aussieed
  • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 4:44 AM EST
    I try to add one comment on how they can assist #aussieEd
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • travis_lyon Nov 27 @ 4:44 AM EST
    A1 reports do provide one form of traceable data and a mechanism for communication and feedback #aussieED
  • VipulaSharma1 Nov 27 @ 4:44 AM EST
    A2: a way to keep parents informed and also to get them on board with supporting child's learning; a community effort #aussieED
  • Mj0401Mary Nov 27 @ 4:44 AM EST
    yes! Often the only part I really attend to, especially when there is v long narrative #aussieED
    In reply to @cathwilliams05
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:45 AM EST
    #aussieED Next question in 1 minute
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 4:45 AM EST
    A2: Feedback to sts and parents about progress and learning behaviours. (& to increase tchr stress) #aussieED
  • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 4:45 AM EST
    School demands it?! Parents want it?! Not sure... EEEK! #aussieED
  • helenspanos1 Nov 27 @ 4:45 AM EST
    progress of reporting for reporting teacher #aussieED
    In reply to @aimeeshack, @JoelBSperanza
  • cathwilliams05 Nov 27 @ 4:45 AM EST
    A2 Reports are mandatory. But also part of the teaching learning cycle #aussieED
  • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 4:45 AM EST
    I think if we have more regular formative feedback to Ss and parents, we probably wouldnt need reports, there is a difference #aussieED
    • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:43 AM EST
      How much do you think they understand / care about our comments though? I wonder sometimes... #aussieED
      In reply to @Doctor_Harves
  • misterwootube Nov 27 @ 4:45 AM EST
    A2. To celebrate students' progress & achievements, identify areas of weakness to work on & guide them toward future learning. #aussieED
  • teacherchalky1 Nov 27 @ 4:45 AM EST
    and it helps start a dialog before parents evenings ect #aussieED
    In reply to @NZWaikato, @kati_varela
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:45 AM EST
    Indeed. Started recording comments for feedback this year. Takes much less time. wish I could do this with formal reports #aussieED
    In reply to @curly48
  • JoelBSperanza Nov 27 @ 4:45 AM EST
    Entering grades and getting graphs (pie graphs) showing how much reporting you have left to do. Anyone confirm this? #aussieED
    In reply to @MrsTCHSS
  • helenspanos1 Nov 27 @ 4:45 AM EST
    A2. For parents #aussieED
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 4:45 AM EST
    Our school is moving to continuous online reporting from 2017. #aussieED
    In reply to @Narralakes
  • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 4:45 AM EST
    Well I'd say in a education system that allows project based learning, why a report with words, let the ss demonstrate learning #aussieEd
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:46 AM EST
    Q2 #aussieED In a tweet state why we do reports?
  • dothinkeducate Nov 27 @ 4:46 AM EST
    Yep #aussieED
    In reply to @vlkerlin
  • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 4:46 AM EST
    I like your stuff on HSC scaling #aussieEd
    In reply to @misterwootube
  • curly48 Nov 27 @ 4:46 AM EST
    An interesting idea #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 4:46 AM EST
    Purpose of reports- To formally show where a student is with their learning. Gives parents iinfo so they can support their child #aussieED
  • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 4:46 AM EST
    A2: Hi all. Matt in late. Our result/grade are (should be) in seqta. Its a good Q. Ss and Ps should always know where they are at. #aussieED
  • EduTweetOz Nov 27 @ 4:46 AM EST
    A2 as a parent I like the comments that help me get involved. Otherwise the learning can be a mystery. #aussieED
    In reply to @Doctor_Harves, @kati_varela
  • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 4:46 AM EST
    I never know what the best tack to take in reports is. How to draw the line between criteria and student-speak... #aussieed
  • NZWaikato Nov 27 @ 4:46 AM EST
    Yes agreed - I think its really important to have meaningful data information for parents to digest #aussieED
    In reply to @teacherchalky1, @kati_varela
  • dothinkeducate Nov 27 @ 4:46 AM EST
    Bye #aussieED down to 3% Charger at work. Thanks for the chat @kati_varela
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:47 AM EST
    Isn't that concerning? That we are not sure why we do it... #aussieED
    In reply to @DALynch146
  • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 4:47 AM EST
    Sounds good, like to hear more on that @aimeeshack #aussieED
    In reply to @aimeeshack
    • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 4:45 AM EST
      Our school is moving to continuous online reporting from 2017. #aussieED
      In reply to @Narralakes
  • teacherchalky1 Nov 27 @ 4:47 AM EST
    A2 they are a definitive point of contact with all parents #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • mrbflannery Nov 27 @ 4:47 AM EST
    A1- comment banks. Can't imagine actually hand writing reports #aussieED
  • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 4:47 AM EST
    #aussieED
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 4:47 AM EST
    I record feedback for students via video and haev found it is really successful. #aussieED
    In reply to @curly48, @kati_varela
  • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 4:47 AM EST
    A2: As a parent, I like to know how my child is doing, but more so how can they improve? What needs to happen and how can I help. #aussieED
  • lux_senthil Nov 27 @ 4:47 AM EST
    A2 reports= mandatory formal communication with parents re Ss success/growth & future learning direction #aussieEd
  • zach_mehew Nov 27 @ 4:48 AM EST
    A2. I'm a student. Personally, I believe the reports being written by teachers allow us students to plan for the next semester. #aussieed
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:48 AM EST
    That is what I ave been thinking lately. Ongoing "reports" (informal) rather than trying to fit it all in only twice a year #aussieED
    • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 4:45 AM EST
      I think if we have more regular formative feedback to Ss and parents, we probably wouldnt need reports, there is a difference #aussieED
      • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:43 AM EST
        How much do you think they understand / care about our comments though? I wonder sometimes... #aussieED
        In reply to @Doctor_Harves
  • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 4:48 AM EST
    yes, totally! I am concerned every time I have to write reports... #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • richardolsen Nov 27 @ 4:48 AM EST
    A2 Can I suggest that reports, and specially grades, are an attempt to blame students for the failings of our education system. #aussieED
  • talkinged19 Nov 27 @ 4:48 AM EST
    A2 IMO reports should provide info about where Ss have come from, where they're at & where they're heading #aussieED + encouragement
  • JoelBSperanza Nov 27 @ 4:48 AM EST
    I think that reports come at the wrong part of the learning cycle for comments to have any impact #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela, @Doctor_Harves
  • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 4:48 AM EST
    Can you explain 'Progressive reporting' to #aussieED
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 4:48 AM EST
    That's what the comments are for! that's why I like them so much. #aussieED
    In reply to @MrsTCHSS
  • LoreyseAG Nov 27 @ 4:48 AM EST
    A1: Reports: I like that it is a summary but not sure it is feed forward #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:49 AM EST
    oh! would love to hear more about this :) #aussieED
    In reply to @aimeeshack, @Narralakes
  • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 4:49 AM EST
    It's very clear, I might have done better in maths if you were my T, I only got the Asian "F" in maths thats why I teach language #aussieED
    • misterwootube Nov 27 @ 4:46 AM EST
      Thanks Kendall. It's notoriously confusing - just trying to do my best to communicate it's essence simply!
      In reply to @Narralakes
  • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 4:49 AM EST
    Bye Anna.... enjoy the early mark... #aussieED
  • ClaudiaG_Aus Nov 27 @ 4:49 AM EST
    .@kati_varela A1 aim is timely feedback #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 4:49 AM EST
    tends to be AFTER assessment #aussieED
    In reply to @JoelBSperanza, @kati_varela
  • CameronRoss3 Nov 27 @ 4:49 AM EST
    A2 - To give an accurate record of Ss achievement. Aiming to go to continuous reporting next year to help provide more info #aussieED
  • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 4:49 AM EST
    Unless the comments reflect how Ss can improve, then why comment? #aussieED
    In reply to @JoelBSperanza, @kati_varela, @Doctor_Harves
  • talkinged19 Nov 27 @ 4:49 AM EST
    us too #aussieED
    In reply to @aimeeshack, @Narralakes
  • jess_rhianon Nov 27 @ 4:50 AM EST
    A2: we are moving to progressive reporting realised how many of our parents are not reading the reports due to not valuing them #aussieED
  • CoderAus Nov 27 @ 4:50 AM EST
    A2. I'm sure at least 20-50% have a quick glance and that's it, if not more. #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 4:50 AM EST
    where ss stand in relation to peers #aussieEd
    In reply to @mattoman71, @JoelBSperanza, @kati_varela
  • Sciencesteveg Nov 27 @ 4:50 AM EST
    A2 #aussieED not everything that is important can be measured (& reported) & not everything that is measured (& reported) is important.
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:50 AM EST
    well, not really. But parenting is like teaching: so many surprises and opportunities to learn! #aussieED
    In reply to @JoelBSperanza, @CoderAus
  • JoelBSperanza Nov 27 @ 4:50 AM EST
    Yep. I put huge effort into midterm reports (video feedback) and way less into final #aussieED
    In reply to @mattoman71, @kati_varela, @Doctor_Harves
  • LoreyseAG Nov 27 @ 4:50 AM EST
    A2: We provide a summary of a designated timeframe and progress shown measured against Curric standards for stakeholder info #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:51 AM EST
    Interesting idea :) #aussieED
    • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 4:45 AM EST
      Well I'd say in a education system that allows project based learning, why a report with words, let the ss demonstrate learning #aussieEd
  • vlkerlin Nov 27 @ 4:51 AM EST
    A2 with tech we engage with parents all the time so they already know what the report will say #seesaw #aussieED
  • travis_lyon Nov 27 @ 4:51 AM EST
    I agree. Great idea #aussieED
    In reply to @jess_rhianon
  • talkinged19 Nov 27 @ 4:51 AM EST
    tangible evidence of progress imp - recording Ss reading over time provides feedback for all #aussieED
    In reply to @aimeeshack, @curly48, @kati_varela
  • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 4:51 AM EST
    I try to do informal weekly reviews for struggling students #aussieED
    In reply to @JoelBSperanza, @mattoman71, @kati_varela
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 4:51 AM EST
    Yes, I worry how many parents (and sts) actually read comments. #aussieED
    In reply to @jess_rhianon
  • wholeboxndice Nov 27 @ 4:51 AM EST
    Current mandated reporting req don't serve the Ss and Ps as they deserve #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:52 AM EST
    check out add on Talk and Comment. It's just great and practical #aussieED
    In reply to @curly48
  • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 4:52 AM EST
    doing the FL course now, the segment on video reports is very good #aussieED
    In reply to @JoelBSperanza, @mattoman71, @kati_varela, @Doctor_Harves
  • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 4:52 AM EST
    Do parents just read the grade and ignore the comments? #aussieed
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:52 AM EST
    #aussieED Next question in 1 minute
  • JoyceBronwyn Nov 27 @ 4:52 AM EST
    #aussieED Hi Everyone sorry I was late.
  • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 4:52 AM EST
    I'm full of them.....#aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • JoelBSperanza Nov 27 @ 4:52 AM EST
    Moving to video feedback solved this issue for me. All parents watch a video when it's about their son/daughter. #aussieED
    In reply to @jess_rhianon
  • CameronRoss3 Nov 27 @ 4:52 AM EST
    That is a constant issue moving forward for me too #aussieED
    In reply to @aimeeshack, @jess_rhianon
  • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 4:52 AM EST
    I've seen that, looks good keep us posted pls #aussieED
    In reply to @MrsTCHSS, @kati_varela, @Seesaw
  • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 4:52 AM EST
    Claudia use the hashtag '#aussieED' so that everyone can see your tweets... Thanks
    • ClaudiaG_Aus Nov 27 @ 4:51 AM EST
      .@MRsalakas @kati_varela We have online comments after each assessment, reported through parent portal so about every 5-6 weeks
      In reply to @MRsalakas, @kati_varela
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:53 AM EST
    Q3 #aussieED (a)What do you think parents get from school reports? (b) What do you think students get from school reports?
  • Hobson_k - Moderator Nov 27 @ 4:53 AM EST
    Sorry #aussieED ... a bit busy tonight... but stay tuned for our #aussieED Secret Santa/Gift Exchange that will be announced this week!!
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:53 AM EST
    We need to hear more of these ideas!!! #aussieED
  • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 4:53 AM EST
    sense and reporting do not always go hand in hand #aussieEd
    In reply to @mattoman71, @JoelBSperanza, @kati_varela
  • zach_mehew Nov 27 @ 4:53 AM EST
    Participating in #aussieED tonight. It's quite interesting. Sharing my views as a student.
  • wholeboxndice Nov 27 @ 4:53 AM EST
    If parents and students have to wait until the end of each semester for feedback... #aussieED
  • meekjoe Nov 27 @ 4:53 AM EST
    Did this in the 90s! It's great for a focus on the individual - how get around Gov't compliance re written reports twice yearly? #aussieED
  • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 4:53 AM EST
    Some can't understand the comments! So I imagine thats a Yes! #aussieED
    In reply to @DALynch146
  • NZWaikato Nov 27 @ 4:53 AM EST
    Yes we are going to do it school wide as well would be interested to compare results #aussieED
    In reply to @MrsTCHSS, @kati_varela, @Narralakes, @Seesaw
  • curly48 Nov 27 @ 4:53 AM EST
    We write our reports in Compass. Don't think there is a record option #aussieed
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:53 AM EST
    interesting. how so? #aussieED
    In reply to @richardolsen
  • JoyceBronwyn Nov 27 @ 4:53 AM EST
    #aussieED Just finished my massive end of year reports. Looking forward to tonights discussion.
  • richardolsen Nov 27 @ 4:54 AM EST
    A2 As a parent, I doubt that a school report could ever tell me anything about any of my children that I don't already know. #aussieED
  • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 4:54 AM EST
    Share away Zach. Let us know if we are on track! #aussieED
    In reply to @zach_mehew
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:54 AM EST
    Yes, they come too late in the process I believe... #aussieED
    • JoelBSperanza Nov 27 @ 4:48 AM EST
      I think that reports come at the wrong part of the learning cycle for comments to have any impact #aussieED
      In reply to @kati_varela, @Doctor_Harves
  • vlkerlin Nov 27 @ 4:54 AM EST
    Baby woke sorry guys will see how long she takes to settle #aussieED
  • JakeLittle91 Nov 27 @ 4:54 AM EST
    Agree @MRsalakas however.. do parents/students act on feedback given in December #aussieED
    In reply to @MRsalakas
    • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 4:46 AM EST
      Purpose of reports- To formally show where a student is with their learning. Gives parents iinfo so they can support their child #aussieED
  • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 4:54 AM EST
    A3 if their kids go to independent schools, reports are part of the parcel and I suspect they hear the "kaching" of the register #aussieED
  • VipulaSharma1 Nov 27 @ 4:55 AM EST
    A3: this really does depend upon the comment, hopefully it should offer ways forward, how to keep that learning growing #aussieED
  • LoreyseAG Nov 27 @ 4:55 AM EST
    3A: Peace of mind or a jolt to action #aussieED
  • curly48 Nov 27 @ 4:55 AM EST
    A3 Some Ss: money if they get As! #AussieEd
  • JoelBSperanza Nov 27 @ 4:55 AM EST
    You don't believe your children could ever behave differently in a classroom compared to elsewhere? #aussieED
    In reply to @richardolsen
  • Mj0401Mary Nov 27 @ 4:55 AM EST
    A3 my high school kids don't even look at their reports - just numbers they have already seen and dots for achievement. #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:55 AM EST
    That is my biggest concern. And students either. I don't think they really understand them Just see ticks and marks :( #aussieED
    • jess_rhianon Nov 27 @ 4:50 AM EST
      A2: we are moving to progressive reporting realised how many of our parents are not reading the reports due to not valuing them #aussieED
  • meekjoe Nov 27 @ 4:55 AM EST
    Brilliant but alas no future in Ed. Admin! But a hell of a truthful statement #aussieED
    • Sciencesteveg Nov 27 @ 4:50 AM EST
      A2 #aussieED not everything that is important can be measured (& reported) & not everything that is measured (& reported) is important.
  • JoyceBronwyn Nov 27 @ 4:55 AM EST
    #aussieED Q3 Teaching low socio economic families. I out in hours per children for many parents just looking the AUSVELS dots. Frustrating.
  • zach_mehew Nov 27 @ 4:55 AM EST
    A3(b) As a student, I really get a sense of what I need to do in order to improve. I'll also be able to set academic goals. #aussieed
  • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 4:55 AM EST
    we have mid year reports here in China, more focused on how to improve #aussieED
    In reply to @JoyceBronwyn
  • richardolsen Nov 27 @ 4:55 AM EST
    A3 One of my kids reads her reports hoping against hope, that her teachers might understand her and see her worth. #aussieED
  • CoderAus Nov 27 @ 4:55 AM EST
    #aussieED To be honest I don't think anyone gets much out of reports. Often just confirming the known.
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • travis_lyon Nov 27 @ 4:55 AM EST
    A3 I think most times parents get more from reports than Ss. Students are the ones who need it most #aussieED
  • LoreyseAG Nov 27 @ 4:55 AM EST
    3B) Self Affirmation or jolt to action #aussieED
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 4:56 AM EST
    I just record video feedback and add a link to our student LMS. #aussieED
    In reply to @curly48, @kati_varela
  • helenspanos1 Nov 27 @ 4:56 AM EST
    A3 our reports are for parents to affirm what they already know. #aussieED
  • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 4:56 AM EST
    A3: Ps. Get an indication of where the Student is achieving. Ss. Depends on how well their parents think they have achieved! #aussieED
  • cathwilliams05 Nov 27 @ 4:56 AM EST
    I something think parents may get caught up in how many As Bs etc #aussieED
  • JoyceBronwyn Nov 27 @ 4:56 AM EST
    #aussieED 3b My Ss don't get anything from the reports. Only feedback from their parents whether is it was good enough or not.
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:56 AM EST
    Exactly! I wonder if these days we could do without the formalities of the semester report #aussieED
    • vlkerlin Nov 27 @ 4:51 AM EST
      A2 with tech we engage with parents all the time so they already know what the report will say #seesaw #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:57 AM EST
    I believe many do jsut that :( #aussieED
    In reply to @DALynch146
  • Mj0401Mary Nov 27 @ 4:57 AM EST
    A3 as parent, high school reports really tell me nothing I can't already access via LMS. All 3 get at standard regardless of marks #aussieED
  • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 4:57 AM EST
    I like that! Do you script it first? #aussieED
    In reply to @aimeeshack, @curly48, @kati_varela
  • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 4:57 AM EST
    That’s good to hear. How many of your peers do the same? Are most actively engaged or not? #aussieED
    In reply to @zach_mehew
  • MielsBarrett Nov 27 @ 4:57 AM EST
    Hello everyone. Barb from Cbr. Just joining in 2nites #aussieED session. Will try & pick up the thread.
  • cathwilliams05 Nov 27 @ 4:57 AM EST
    A3 Sometimes parents only focus on how many As Bs etc #aussieED
  • JoelBSperanza Nov 27 @ 4:57 AM EST
    A3. My school has "no surprises" policy. I hope all my students and parents know where they are at BEFORE the official report. #aussieED
  • jess_rhianon Nov 27 @ 4:57 AM EST
    feedback is sent to parents and Ss after each assessment instead of being left in the bottom of the school bag #aussieED
    In reply to @vlkerlin
  • Mj0401Mary Nov 27 @ 4:57 AM EST
    this type of reporting is useful #aussieED
    In reply to @VipulaSharma1
  • richardolsen Nov 27 @ 4:57 AM EST
    . @kati_varela Because a "C" kid is a "C" kid because they are, not because the school failed to teach her or him. #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • JoyceBronwyn Nov 27 @ 4:57 AM EST
    #aussieED 3A What about the fact many of my parents would not be able to read the comments due to low literacy levels.
  • zach_mehew Nov 27 @ 4:57 AM EST
    A3(b) As a student.... reports are something to look forward to as it also shows us how we went in something we worked so hard for #aussieed
  • MelanieSSpencer Nov 27 @ 4:57 AM EST
    A3 It should be that parents get reassurance that their kids are learning & that students get feedback to help them learn more #aussieED
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 4:58 AM EST
    No script, just film their test/exam with doc camera and talk through strengths and weaknesses. #aussieED
    In reply to @Narralakes, @curly48, @kati_varela
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:58 AM EST
    don't know that tool. It has been a very positive experience for me in any case #aussieED
    In reply to @curly48
  • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 4:58 AM EST
    most look forward to it, some dread it #aussieED
    In reply to @zach_mehew
  • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 4:58 AM EST
    Same here. Its funny though, at times I have been really surprised and I work at the same school my kids attend #aussieED
    In reply to @JoelBSperanza
  • EduTweetOz Nov 27 @ 4:58 AM EST
    @Sciencesteveg Also add 'just because you can quantify it, does it mean something' ~ @gsiemens paraphrase #aussieED
    In reply to @meekjoe, @Sciencesteveg, @gsiemens
  • meekjoe Nov 27 @ 4:58 AM EST
    A3 not a hell of a lot! Huge risk that reporting becoming a data-collection process for systems @ZeinaChalich @MRsalakas #aussieED
    • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:53 AM EST
      Q3 #aussieED (a)What do you think parents get from school reports? (b) What do you think students get from school reports?
  • CameronRoss3 Nov 27 @ 4:58 AM EST
    Sorry guys, just not in the head space tonight Thanks for the chat @kati_varela. Will be back next week #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • Mj0401Mary Nov 27 @ 4:58 AM EST
    if she were my student I would feel devastated if she didn't get this from me everyday! #aussieED
    In reply to @richardolsen
  • ClaudiaG_Aus Nov 27 @ 4:58 AM EST
    not sure what One School is but our reporting package displays to intranet basically #aussieed
    In reply to @StaysTough
  • NZWaikato Nov 27 @ 4:58 AM EST
    We are using @seesaw but not prepared to ditch the paper reports for 2017- #aussieED
    In reply to @aimeeshack, @MrsTCHSS, @kati_varela, @Seesaw
  • JoelBSperanza Nov 27 @ 4:59 AM EST
    Same here. I find you can be far more honest and helpful. The beauty of tone. #aussieED
    In reply to @aimeeshack, @Narralakes, @curly48, @kati_varela
  • curly48 Nov 27 @ 4:59 AM EST
    especially as for us A means 12 months ahead. Not going to happen for many great kids #aussieED
    In reply to @LoreyseAG
  • lux_senthil Nov 27 @ 4:59 AM EST
    A3- affirmation or a shock calling for action for parents. For Ss it depends on age- my K Ss don't take it in as much as Yr 6 Ss #aussieEd
  • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 4:59 AM EST
    For maximum impact, feedback should be timely and instructive #aussieED
  • richardolsen Nov 27 @ 4:59 AM EST
    . @Paula_E_M Hopefully we don't get too many of those teachers, and if we did no doubt I've already had that talk... #aussieED
    In reply to @Paula_E_M
  • Sciencesteveg Nov 27 @ 4:59 AM EST
    A3: IMHO Face to face communication with S in class every day is the most valuable feedback on performance, effort & behaviour. #AussieED
  • MelanieSSpencer Nov 27 @ 4:59 AM EST
    Totally! So much time & effort put into what should be a constant #aussieED
    In reply to @Mj0401Mary
  • meekjoe Nov 27 @ 4:59 AM EST
    Absolute "A" response! #aussieED
    • richardolsen Nov 27 @ 4:54 AM EST
      A2 As a parent, I doubt that a school report could ever tell me anything about any of my children that I don't already know. #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 4:59 AM EST
    isn't this different when you are an adult? I don't know that many students do this with our reports #aussieED unfortunately
    In reply to @zach_mehew
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
    #aussieED Next question in 1 minute
  • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
    yes, us too! Reports are not supposed to announce news, just confirm existing knowledge for Ps and Ss. #aussieED
    In reply to @JoelBSperanza
  • JoelBSperanza Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
    I did say "I hope". I know I haven't always hit the mark. A new years resolution. Better parent communication. #aussieED
    In reply to @mattoman71
  • JoyceBronwyn Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
    #aussieED My parents engage more with my class website https://t.co/wfDBOBT6MY seeing whats happening daily rather than read a report.
  • JoyceBronwyn Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
    #aussieED My parents engage more with my class website https://t.co/tRxQUg3LTk seeing whats happening daily rather than read a report.
  • CoderAus Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
    #aussieED We also have to go be parents warning if things are going well which we would anyway I think.
    In reply to @JoelBSperanza
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
    sts far more likely to action comments than when they are written on their page. #aussieED
    In reply to @JoelBSperanza, @Narralakes, @curly48, @kati_varela
  • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
    Too true. At times, though, they need their parents to hear/see for it to sink in! #aussieED
    In reply to @Sciencesteveg
  • NZWaikato Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
    ... P2 - but I wish that we would! I would be really interested to follow that next yr Aimee! #aussieED
    In reply to @aimeeshack, @MrsTCHSS, @kati_varela
  • teacherchalky1 Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
    A3 it lets parents know what I'm expecting their child to be doing at home to improve their progress in school #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • richardolsen Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
    . @Mj0401Mary Sadly, there are winners and losers in our system, and the kids are very well aware of this. #aussieED
    In reply to @Mj0401Mary
  • zach_mehew Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
    I'd have to agree! #aussieED
  • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
    I wonder how other countries do reporting? Like Finland who seem to be the benchmark in academic achievement #aussieED
  • curly48 Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
    So not just June and December? 😀 #aussieED
    In reply to @MRsalakas
  • helenspanos1 Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
    Just wondering...Are there any schools that have do not give end of semester reports? #aussieED
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
    Happy to share our experiences. #aussieED
    In reply to @NZWaikato, @MrsTCHSS, @kati_varela
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:01 AM EST
    Q4 #aussieED Do you think students and / or parents reflect on report comments? If not, is that a problem?
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:01 AM EST
    @cathwilliams05 I'm afraid many do just that : ( #aussieED
    In reply to @cathwilliams05
  • MelanieSSpencer Nov 27 @ 5:01 AM EST
    And therefore should be frequent. We really need a rethink on this! #aussieED
    In reply to @MRsalakas
  • talkinged19 Nov 27 @ 5:01 AM EST
    A3 a. If comments personalised, then reports helpful for Ps #aussieED still need to ⬆️ parent/student understanding of #growthmindset
  • meekjoe Nov 27 @ 5:01 AM EST
    Another "A" response! #aussieED
    • Mj0401Mary Nov 27 @ 4:55 AM EST
      A3 my high school kids don't even look at their reports - just numbers they have already seen and dots for achievement. #aussieED
  • DiPrato Nov 27 @ 5:01 AM EST
    + Wonderful opportunity for a dynamic educator to join our faith learning community. #aussieED #BeMore
  • jess_rhianon Nov 27 @ 5:01 AM EST
    A3: In T1 we do work practice reports they focus on how the student is applying themselves not on achievement parents like this #aussieED
  • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 5:01 AM EST
    @richardolsen not sure on that one, some parents have no idea #aussieED
    In reply to @meekjoe, @richardolsen
  • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 5:02 AM EST
    totally agreed and what's more, we have the technology to make it happen #aussieED
    • MelanieSSpencer Nov 27 @ 5:01 AM EST
      And therefore should be frequent. We really need a rethink on this! #aussieED
      In reply to @MRsalakas
  • Mj0401Mary Nov 27 @ 5:02 AM EST
    mm, was just having convo to that effect with my 14 yr old daughter tonight. Tr perception can make or break #AussieEd
    In reply to @richardolsen
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 5:02 AM EST
    My sch is moving to continuous online reporting in 2017, minimal end of semester report - just printout of feedback. #aussieED
    In reply to @helenspanos1
  • zach_mehew Nov 27 @ 5:02 AM EST
    A4. Myself and some of my peers do reflect on report comments. Depending on the student and their engagement to learning. #aussieed #student
  • meekjoe Nov 27 @ 5:02 AM EST
    how it should be! #aussieED
    In reply to @zach_mehew
  • curly48 Nov 27 @ 5:02 AM EST
    Well A was different when Ps went to school #aussieED
    In reply to @JoyceBronwyn, @LoreyseAG
  • CoderAus Nov 27 @ 5:02 AM EST
    #aussieED I don't think they do and it's epitomised by our school and others moving to commentless reports. Only overall Comms
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • MelanieSSpencer Nov 27 @ 5:02 AM EST
    A4 Not if it's eduspeak dross - and of course that's a problem. #aussieED
  • Mj0401Mary Nov 27 @ 5:02 AM EST
    A4 if they don't it is a massive waste of time and resources! #aussieED
  • JoyceBronwyn Nov 27 @ 5:02 AM EST
    #aussieED In my school with my 25 Ss, I would have maybe 5 Ps interested in the report. Theses are the same 5 who attend Parent Teacher Inv
  • MrsTCHSS Nov 27 @ 5:02 AM EST
    A4 no I don't. They mostly say as long as effort grade is ok that's all they care about?? #aussieED
  • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 5:02 AM EST
    but then does assessment start driving the learning? #aussieED
    In reply to @MRsalakas
  • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 5:03 AM EST
    Fairly confident that Ss do not reflect on comments, if they even read them, and Ps may struggle to decipher. #aussieED
    • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:01 AM EST
      Q4 #aussieED Do you think students and / or parents reflect on report comments? If not, is that a problem?
  • Sciencesteveg Nov 27 @ 5:03 AM EST
    A4: S reflection is really powerful. But they should be reflecting all through the semester. Not just at the end. #aussieED
  • VipulaSharma1 Nov 27 @ 5:03 AM EST
    A4: if report is followed up wth a parent-teacher evening then yes definitely, as quite often they bring the report in to discuss #aussieED
  • JoelBSperanza Nov 27 @ 5:03 AM EST
    The new google classroom guardian digest is really cool for this. Parents get weekly email automatically on all work. #aussieED
    In reply to @MRsalakas
  • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 5:03 AM EST
    A4: Depends on the Ss, Ps and context. How Ps view school/education impacts on student learning. Its a big problem if we blame Ts. #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:03 AM EST
    Exactly! #aussieED
    In reply to @Sciencesteveg
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 5:03 AM EST
    A4: Most do not reflect, however there are sts and parents who take all comments seriously as areas for impr and use successfully. #aussieED
  • meekjoe Nov 27 @ 5:03 AM EST
    Should be a universal reality but....#aussieED
    • JoelBSperanza Nov 27 @ 4:57 AM EST
      A3. My school has "no surprises" policy. I hope all my students and parents know where they are at BEFORE the official report. #aussieED
  • helenspanos1 Nov 27 @ 5:03 AM EST
    A4 I always incl advice for struggling ss to work on reading or basic addition facts over the hol's in prep for the following yr.#aussieED
  • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 5:03 AM EST
    A4 they need to, its that 3 way communication and partnership, Ts cant do it on their own #aussieED
  • cathwilliams05 Nov 27 @ 5:04 AM EST
    A4 Gosh I hope parents appreciate comments ,bc I put a hell of a lot of effort into them #aussieED
  • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 5:04 AM EST
    I'm pretty sure it is the law in Australia and is linked to government funding as a requirement #aussieED Someone else may know more than I.
    • helenspanos1 Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
      Just wondering...Are there any schools that have do not give end of semester reports? #aussieED
  • JoyceBronwyn Nov 27 @ 5:04 AM EST
    #aussieED Also what about Ts who have different perceptions of what the AUSVELS points should be. Reports are too varied across schools.
  • MelanieSSpencer Nov 27 @ 5:04 AM EST
    A4 Confession: I loathe reading my own children's reports when I see they are saying what I already know... annoying #aussieED
  • jess_rhianon Nov 27 @ 5:04 AM EST
    A4 Comments are cut and paste or no constructive feedback telling a S to read more books isn't going to help if they can't read #aussieED
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 5:04 AM EST
    Yes - parents and students often want to talk to me about report comments at parent teacher nights. #aussieED
    In reply to @VipulaSharma1
  • MielsBarrett Nov 27 @ 5:04 AM EST
    A4. As a parent we talk to our son's T all the time. We wouldn't expect surprise in his report. If so - we'd just ask the T. #aussieED
  • AdriPaul Nov 27 @ 5:05 AM EST
    A4 I write reports that help build patent-child relationship not damage them. Only include positive comments in reports. #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:05 AM EST
    Homework for you and report back please ;P #aussieED
    • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
      I wonder how other countries do reporting? Like Finland who seem to be the benchmark in academic achievement #aussieED
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 5:05 AM EST
    We have sts complete written reflection on sem which is printed in their report. #aussieED
    In reply to @Sciencesteveg
  • teacherchalky1 Nov 27 @ 5:05 AM EST
    Some parents do but not enough to justify the amount of time spent on reports #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • zach_mehew Nov 27 @ 5:05 AM EST
    A4. By having parent/teacher nights, parents and sts are more engaged in the report and take in the feedback, prior to interview. #aussieed
  • misterwootube Nov 27 @ 5:05 AM EST
    A4. Not enough. I think sts pay more attention at transition stages (eg. y7, y11), & for the rest they just go through the motions #aussieED
  • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 5:05 AM EST
    trying to master the big game...HSC #aussieED
    In reply to @misterwootube
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:06 AM EST
    If they have no idea, how does the report change that attitude? #aussieED
    In reply to @Narralakes, @meekjoe, @richardolsen
  • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 5:06 AM EST
    not sure the pig gets fatter by weighing it weekly #aussieEd we also have weekly reporting
    In reply to @JoelBSperanza, @MRsalakas
  • talkinged19 Nov 27 @ 5:06 AM EST
    A4 I discuss comments with my chn #AussieEd many Ps' main focus is mark & some reward with 🏧💲so comment is therefore secondary to some
  • LoreyseAG Nov 27 @ 5:06 AM EST
    I am desperately trying to remember the gentleman who advocates for a gradeless education #aussieED
  • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 5:06 AM EST
    This is the goal and aim or reports... Question is what the most efficient way of doing this for all students? #aussieED
    • zach_mehew Nov 27 @ 4:55 AM EST
      A3(b) As a student, I really get a sense of what I need to do in order to improve. I'll also be able to set academic goals. #aussieed
  • lux_senthil Nov 27 @ 5:06 AM EST
    A4-parents read report comments & unfortunately in this era of political correctness come up with many diff interpretations! #aussieEd
  • cjpb63 Nov 27 @ 5:06 AM EST
    #aussieED Late checkin. Chris from Young- in Goulburn tonight.
  • Mj0401Mary Nov 27 @ 5:06 AM EST
    very happy to partner but haven't found high school reports have supported this #aussieED
    In reply to @Narralakes
  • JoyceBronwyn Nov 27 @ 5:06 AM EST
    #aussieED Q4 Parents love reading the positives but deflect the negatives incase it is a reflection on parenting skills.
  • curly48 Nov 27 @ 5:06 AM EST
    This is my aim too. So far so good 😊 #aussieED
    In reply to @JoelBSperanza
  • helenspanos1 Nov 27 @ 5:06 AM EST
    #aussieED interesting
    In reply to @jess_rhianon, @MRsalakas
  • wholeboxndice Nov 27 @ 5:06 AM EST
    there are schools doing it very diff. Noting the req (albeit open to some interp) for twice yearly rep on 5pt scale #aussieED
    In reply to @helenspanos1
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:06 AM EST
    That is what we do. we comment on assessments not for reports. #aussieED
    In reply to @CoderAus
  • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 5:06 AM EST
    I wonder how many Ts value reports and if this is a driving factor in whether Ps and Ss do #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:07 AM EST
    #aussieED Next question in 1 minute
  • meekjoe Nov 27 @ 5:07 AM EST
    ducks don't quack! #aussieED
    In reply to @MRsalakas, @JakeLittle91, @JoelBSperanza, @GruntledChalkie, @Hobson_k, @ZeinaChalich, @madgiemgEDU, @leonie_hastings
  • MielsBarrett Nov 27 @ 5:07 AM EST
    I like the sound of that #aussieED
    In reply to @JoelBSperanza, @MRsalakas
  • misterwootube Nov 27 @ 5:07 AM EST
    I love Finland but comparisons have to be cautious. Their educational context drastically differs from ours (eg. ethnic diversity) #aussieED
    • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
      I wonder how other countries do reporting? Like Finland who seem to be the benchmark in academic achievement #aussieED
  • Mj0401Mary Nov 27 @ 5:07 AM EST
    exactly! Definitely value the general comments #aussieED
    In reply to @cathwilliams05
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 5:07 AM EST
    My school has a similar policy - but I always make sure they know before. #aussieED
    In reply to @curly48, @JoelBSperanza
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:07 AM EST
    Exactly, that is a huge part of the problem I believe #aussieED
    In reply to @DALynch146
  • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 5:07 AM EST
    Not what I said, but assessment should inform what learning needs to happen next #aussieED
  • LoreyseAG Nov 27 @ 5:07 AM EST
    A4: Let's face it report comments are soooooo meaningless as a formula that is censored to avoid personalisation #aussieED
  • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 5:07 AM EST
    Think we would value them more if we understood the value Ps and Ss place on them? Its a little hit and miss at times. #aussieED
    In reply to @DALynch146
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:08 AM EST
    Q5 #aussieED Have you seen any noticeable changes (positive or negative) in your students as a result of school reports?
  • wholeboxndice Nov 27 @ 5:08 AM EST
    does it frustrate you that you have to wait until end of Semester for this? #aussieED
    In reply to @zach_mehew
  • teacherchalky1 Nov 27 @ 5:08 AM EST
    I think doing more regular progress checks would be a better use of time #aussieED
    In reply to @Sciencesteveg
  • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 5:08 AM EST
    I reckon emailing home examples of good and bad work is better for Ps than reports (or using Google/365 etc) #aussieed
  • JoyceBronwyn Nov 27 @ 5:08 AM EST
    #aussieED Do Teachers really get to say what they want in the reports?
  • Mj0401Mary Nov 27 @ 5:08 AM EST
    or if they already read heaps! #aussieED
    In reply to @jess_rhianon
  • cjpb63 Nov 27 @ 5:08 AM EST
    #aussieED We're ramping up formative assessment. Waiting for release new report framework which we hope is progressive- online
    In reply to @jess_rhianon
  • JoelBSperanza Nov 27 @ 5:08 AM EST
    A4. My answer to every Q is the same. Reports, no matter what they look like, are useless at the end of the learning cycle. #aussieED
  • cmcaton Nov 27 @ 5:08 AM EST
    #aussieEd late tonight A4 we dont do reporting comments at all. Encouraged to have conversations where needed.
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 5:08 AM EST
    We do for all sts F-12 to various levels. Secondary write a paragraph, primary fill in smily faces. #aussieED
    In reply to @MrsTCHSS, @Sciencesteveg
  • stevens_carl Nov 27 @ 5:08 AM EST
    #aussieED
    • stevens_carl Nov 27 @ 5:07 AM EST
      I think parents generally value comments coz they're personal observations about their child.
      In reply to @cathwilliams05
  • MelanieSSpencer Nov 27 @ 5:08 AM EST
    A5 No #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:08 AM EST
    In NSW it is compulsory to report at least twice a year. It does not have any particular format for reporting though... #aussieED
    • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 5:04 AM EST
      I'm pretty sure it is the law in Australia and is linked to government funding as a requirement #aussieED Someone else may know more than I.
      • helenspanos1 Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
        Just wondering...Are there any schools that have do not give end of semester reports? #aussieED
  • MielsBarrett Nov 27 @ 5:09 AM EST
    I think it's very sad to reward Grades with $$$$ #aussieED
    In reply to @talkinged19
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 5:09 AM EST
    ohhhh love to her more about this! Are you doing continuous online reporting too? #aussieED
    In reply to @cmcaton
  • EduTweetOz Nov 27 @ 5:09 AM EST
    A4 if the report 'rings a bell' of what I've been thinking abt then yes, I take note of school reports as a parent. #aussieED
  • profCel Nov 27 @ 5:09 AM EST
    Check out this PBL on exploring how to make an engaging 2 min stop-motion #aussieED #PBLchat https://t.co/6exjzhTMlX
  • VipulaSharma1 Nov 27 @ 5:09 AM EST
    A5: definitely where parents have been fully on board and taken suggestions seriously re how to support child at home #aussieED
  • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 5:09 AM EST
    A5: When there's a comment, yes, absolutely. If the comment relates to how one can improve. Number, letter, IB grade? Meh. Detail. #aussieED
  • MelanieSSpencer Nov 27 @ 5:10 AM EST
    A5 However, after student teacher chat where meaningful questions are asked & meaningful feedback is given, learning takes flight! #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:10 AM EST
    So, is it then justified we spend so much time on them???!!! #aussieED
    • misterwootube Nov 27 @ 5:05 AM EST
      A4. Not enough. I think sts pay more attention at transition stages (eg. y7, y11), & for the rest they just go through the motions #aussieED
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 5:10 AM EST
    A5: I give feedback in so many ways and see noticeable changes from my feedback, but cannot say how much is directly from reports. #aussieED
  • meekjoe Nov 27 @ 5:10 AM EST
    A4 If, and only if, those comments are part of a broader ongoing conversation #aussieED
    • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:01 AM EST
      Q4 #aussieED Do you think students and / or parents reflect on report comments? If not, is that a problem?
  • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 5:10 AM EST
    agree, we need to focus on making sure we are not teaching to the test and that parents are realistic in expectations #aussieED
    In reply to @MRsalakas
  • wholeboxndice Nov 27 @ 5:10 AM EST
    This year Ts wrote letters to every student as our end of Sem comments. Reflected how well Ss are known #aussieED
  • MrsTCHSS Nov 27 @ 5:10 AM EST
    A5 yes in terms of behaviour. All tech taken til behaviour improved. Also P attending P/T evening as concerned abt a C for Eng #aussieED
  • CoderAus Nov 27 @ 5:10 AM EST
    I think this would apply to teacher parents but if perhaps not many others #aussieED
    • meekjoe Nov 27 @ 4:59 AM EST
      Absolute "A" response! #aussieED
      • richardolsen Nov 27 @ 4:54 AM EST
        A2 As a parent, I doubt that a school report could ever tell me anything about any of my children that I don't already know. #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:10 AM EST
    Alfie Kohn? #aussieED
    In reply to @LoreyseAG
  • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 5:10 AM EST
    Quite often I don't see students again after reporting because I change senior classes at semester break! #aussieED
    • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:08 AM EST
      Q5 #aussieED Have you seen any noticeable changes (positive or negative) in your students as a result of school reports?
  • cmcaton Nov 27 @ 5:10 AM EST
    we have reflection and goal setting conversations each term in each Subject. #aussieED
    In reply to @MRsalakas
  • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 5:11 AM EST
    yeah as we do at my present school, very brief. #aussieED
    In reply to @JoelBSperanza, @MRsalakas
  • JoyceBronwyn Nov 27 @ 5:11 AM EST
    #aussieED Q5 not at all. In 12 years of teaching I have never had a feedback or behaviour change from a parent or Ss about an EOY report.
  • talkinged19 Nov 27 @ 5:11 AM EST
    Agree - systems different, but check out this new school https://t.co/YETKhBWcOw #aussieED
    • misterwootube Nov 27 @ 5:07 AM EST
      I love Finland but comparisons have to be cautious. Their educational context drastically differs from ours (eg. ethnic diversity) #aussieED
      • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
        I wonder how other countries do reporting? Like Finland who seem to be the benchmark in academic achievement #aussieED
  • meekjoe Nov 27 @ 5:11 AM EST
    A statement worthy of deeper reflection #aussieED
    • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 5:06 AM EST
      I wonder how many Ts value reports and if this is a driving factor in whether Ps and Ss do #aussieED
  • cjpb63 Nov 27 @ 5:12 AM EST
    A5 #aussieED If coupled with goal setting and reflection the reports can be part of a valuable conv.
  • jess_rhianon Nov 27 @ 5:12 AM EST
    A5: our work practice reports as a + it gives students an average of all their subjects Ss can set their own goals for an average #aussieED
  • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 5:12 AM EST
    Q5 I think the older Ss would reflect more, young kiddies do too, but depth of reflection is different #aussieED
  • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 5:12 AM EST
    A5: Hard when tone of comments must be positive. How do you say ‘does not listen/pay attention’ positively? Do Ps want honesty? #aussieED
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 5:12 AM EST
    Any #aussieED schools running continuous online reporting? Keen to hear from any others about implementation.
  • cmcaton Nov 27 @ 5:12 AM EST
    we are beginning an academic coaching focus with our students in 2016-17. The reflection aspect is the beginning. #aussieED
    In reply to @aimeeshack
  • curly48 Nov 27 @ 5:12 AM EST
    What has been S and P feedback? #aussieED
    In reply to @wholeboxndice
  • meekjoe Nov 27 @ 5:12 AM EST
    NO reports becoming data-collection exercises #aussieED
  • ZeinaChalich - Moderator Nov 27 @ 5:13 AM EST
    Sorry @MRsalakas and #aussieED tweeps I've got some serious writing to finish off. Have a good chat!
    In reply to @MRsalakas
  • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 5:13 AM EST
    I also like the primary school use of portfolios, digital ones too, these give parents evidence of learning #aussieED
  • richardolsen Nov 27 @ 5:13 AM EST
    A5 I think it is completely wrong for an end of year report to contain any negative information that is unexpected about a student #aussieED
  • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 5:13 AM EST
    that's easy. John is socially involved in class #aussieEd
    In reply to @mattoman71
  • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 5:13 AM EST
    I don't know of many Ts who do value reporting - many use comment banks from stance that reports make little impact on Ss and Ps #aussieED
    • Mj0401Mary Nov 27 @ 5:09 AM EST
      good question! Your thoughts??
      In reply to @DALynch146
  • lux_senthil Nov 27 @ 5:13 AM EST
    A5 I notice change after half yearly reports. We change classes after final reports and usually get all new Ss -esp in kinder'n #aussieEd
  • talkinged19 Nov 27 @ 5:13 AM EST
    A5 when specific observations are made in Semester 1 report, accompanied by goals & expectation of change, change often occurs #AussieEd
  • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 5:13 AM EST
    Awesome!How effective can a one off report be without an ongoing conversation? Are reports one piece of the feedback jigsaw? #aussieED
    • cmcaton Nov 27 @ 5:10 AM EST
      we have reflection and goal setting conversations each term in each Subject. #aussieED
      In reply to @MRsalakas
  • kshawcross3 Nov 27 @ 5:14 AM EST
    A5 #aussieED from the reports no, but from good conversation with Ps or Ss then yes.
  • Mj0401Mary Nov 27 @ 5:14 AM EST
    yes this is very challenging. I think trs and parents want honesty #aussieED
    In reply to @mattoman71
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:14 AM EST
    So reporting needs a rethink... doesn't it? #aussieED
    • JoyceBronwyn Nov 27 @ 5:11 AM EST
      #aussieED Q5 not at all. In 12 years of teaching I have never had a feedback or behaviour change from a parent or Ss about an EOY report.
  • cmcaton Nov 27 @ 5:14 AM EST
    #aussieEd A5 very few ss or ps take on reporting comments so we ditched them. The have been replaced with more ps contact where possible
  • misterwootube Nov 27 @ 5:14 AM EST
    @MRsalakas That's correct - this ruling from BOSTES is from the Assessment Resource Centre #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela, @MRsalakas
  • ChrisAFRIN Nov 27 @ 5:14 AM EST
    I teach in PCE in UK & student reports are on-going throughout the academic year and are recorded electronically. #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • richardolsen Nov 27 @ 5:14 AM EST
    Really, why not? Everyone can learn to drive, why not so for school stuff? @kati_varela #aussieED
    In reply to @Paula_E_M, @kati_varela
  • cjpb63 Nov 27 @ 5:14 AM EST
    @DALynch146 #aussieED My worry is lost learning time as timelines end valued assessment early- move to formative and progressive
    In reply to @meekjoe, @DALynch146
  • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 5:14 AM EST
    I’ll send you a list of names. You write the comments…you’re good. Can you give me another one? Matt is... #aussieED
    In reply to @Doctor_Harves
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 5:14 AM EST
    agree! This should be addressed far earlier in semester to allow for improvement. #aussieED
    In reply to @richardolsen
  • wholeboxndice Nov 27 @ 5:14 AM EST
    V positive to date. Full rollout of Sem2 coming this week. I loved reading them all! #aussieED
    In reply to @curly48
  • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 5:14 AM EST
    @meekjoe @richardolsen agree or too busy with work . Pity. #aussieED
    In reply to @CoderAus, @meekjoe, @richardolsen
  • talkinged19 Nov 27 @ 5:14 AM EST
    Hopefully the learning cycle doesn't come to an end, therefore reporting isn't an endpoint, rather a transition point #AussieEd
    • JoelBSperanza Nov 27 @ 5:08 AM EST
      A4. My answer to every Q is the same. Reports, no matter what they look like, are useless at the end of the learning cycle. #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:15 AM EST
    #aussieED Next question in 1 minute
  • plearnchat Nov 27 @ 5:15 AM EST
    Have a Happy Thanksgiving Weekend from Personalize Learning https://t.co/alJqBfVkvW #AussieEd
  • meekjoe Nov 27 @ 5:15 AM EST
    It's Federal Gov't requirement, linked to funding, report in writing twice a year - no set times nor format #aussieED
    • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:08 AM EST
      In NSW it is compulsory to report at least twice a year. It does not have any particular format for reporting though... #aussieED
      • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 5:04 AM EST
        I'm pretty sure it is the law in Australia and is linked to government funding as a requirement #aussieED Someone else may know more than I.
        • helenspanos1 Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
          Just wondering...Are there any schools that have do not give end of semester reports? #aussieED
  • Mj0401Mary Nov 27 @ 5:15 AM EST
    yes, comment banks can be problematic in some ways but practical in others. Would much rather f2f opportunities #aussieED
    In reply to @DALynch146
  • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 5:15 AM EST
    a vivacious communicator who expresses his opinions honestly and openly #aussieED
    In reply to @mattoman71
  • curly48 Nov 27 @ 5:16 AM EST
    '...enjoys the social element of school.' #aussieED
    In reply to @mattoman71
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:16 AM EST
    Q6 #aussieED What style of reports have you seen / used? How were they?
  • cmcaton Nov 27 @ 5:16 AM EST
    honestly ss and ps only really pay attention to the beh eff & ach marks. #aussieed good overview for ps & ts can see patterns
    In reply to @MRsalakas
  • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 5:16 AM EST
    Would parents value a 2 minute video from the teacher more than 400 characters of text? #aussieed @JoelBSperanza
    In reply to @JoelBSperanza
  • JoyceBronwyn Nov 27 @ 5:16 AM EST
    #aussieED @JoanPrice16 Where are you? Reports your favourite topic.
    In reply to @JoanPrice16
  • richardolsen Nov 27 @ 5:16 AM EST
    A5 End of year reports should be an official record of student activities that have been previously celebrated. #aussieED #beingpositive
  • giveawaydinc Nov 27 @ 5:16 AM EST
    Sorry MRsalakas and #aussieED tweeps I've got some serious writing to finish off. Have a good chat!
  • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 5:16 AM EST
    OMG we could flip reports!!!! :) #aussieed
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:16 AM EST
    that's a nice thought! lots of work or OK? useful for students' progress overall? #aussieED
    In reply to @ChrisAFRIN
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 5:16 AM EST
    I do flip my feedback I give students - halfway there! #aussieED
    In reply to @DALynch146
  • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 5:17 AM EST
    Hey Zee... Looks like another bot is following you #aussieED
    • giveawaydinc Nov 27 @ 5:16 AM EST
      Sorry MRsalakas and #aussieED tweeps I've got some serious writing to finish off. Have a good chat!
  • zach_mehew Nov 27 @ 5:17 AM EST
    A5 Seen reports that include PAT-R testing results, academic achievement and events/service student has done for the school #aussieed
  • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 5:17 AM EST
    you ain't seen my year 10 science class of lovable rogues. #aussieED
    In reply to @mattoman71
  • EduTweetOz Nov 27 @ 5:17 AM EST
    When does learning occur? When does it click for the student? Can it be out of cycle? #aussieED
    In reply to @JoelBSperanza
  • karlacpearce Nov 27 @ 5:17 AM EST
    A5 If you consider parent/learner/teacher conferencing as an opportunity for reporting, then yes, def leads to joined up thinking #aussieED
  • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 5:17 AM EST
    Its pretty honest, though. Was the middle ground ‘less of a disaster than she used to be’?! #aussieED
    In reply to @cjpb63
  • AdriPaul Nov 27 @ 5:17 AM EST
    A6 - very detailed in almost every learning area - entry skills - learning target - strategies. #aussieED
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 5:17 AM EST
    Wow - PAT testing on a report - seems over the top... #aussieED
    In reply to @zach_mehew
  • ChrisAFRIN Nov 27 @ 5:17 AM EST
    Perhaps - the EOY report process hasn’t changed since I was at school in the 1960’s - tradition? #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 5:17 AM EST
    got to go, school tomorrow! thanks, been fun #aussieED
  • zach_mehew Nov 27 @ 5:17 AM EST
    A5 By having a record of what students completed over the year allows us to reflect on the great things we have done outside class #aussieed
  • LoreyseAG Nov 27 @ 5:18 AM EST
    A5: I've seen them used as threats #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:18 AM EST
    I argue they would! #aussieED
    In reply to @DALynch146, @JoelBSperanza
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:18 AM EST
    Not necessarily only twice a term though... #aussieED
    In reply to @DALynch146, @JoelBSperanza
  • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 5:18 AM EST
    Maybe I’m not trying hard enough. TBH, Twitter has helped with report writing. 140 character reports! #aussieED
    In reply to @Doctor_Harves
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 5:18 AM EST
    from parents or teachers? #aussieED
    In reply to @LoreyseAG
  • karlacpearce Nov 27 @ 5:18 AM EST
    A5 2/2 and learner-centred joined up thinking leads to positive changes #aussieED
  • mrbflannery Nov 27 @ 5:18 AM EST
    Q5 I'm not even sure parents read the reports I provide. Ss make noticeable differences when I conference face to face. #aussieED
  • curly48 Nov 27 @ 5:18 AM EST
    I love the idea but know many of my colleagues wouldn't. #aussieed
    In reply to @wholeboxndice
  • cjpb63 Nov 27 @ 5:18 AM EST
    @JoelBSperanza #aussieED I fear that the busy work takes priority over learning at times
    In reply to @talkinged19, @JoelBSperanza
  • talkinged19 Nov 27 @ 5:19 AM EST
    agree about the time - what I should have said was ongoing reporting with a summary report at certain intervals #aussieED
    In reply to @JoelBSperanza
  • jess_rhianon Nov 27 @ 5:19 AM EST
    A6 current reporting cycle is ineffective % of parents who open reports is telling us that moving to a more visual format #aussieED
  • meekjoe Nov 27 @ 5:19 AM EST
    Perhaps NSW/QLD Catholic schools don't know yet but this is coming very soon - all go into ONE massive database #aussieED #datacraziness
    • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 5:12 AM EST
      Any #aussieED schools running continuous online reporting? Keen to hear from any others about implementation.
  • MielsBarrett Nov 27 @ 5:19 AM EST
    A short online chat for me 2nite. Thanks @kati_varela 4 hosting #aussieED Have a good week everyone :)
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • lux_senthil Nov 27 @ 5:19 AM EST
    A6 everything from ticker boxes to comment banks to portfolios of annotated work samples. Think I've seen a full circle of reports #aussieEd
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 5:19 AM EST
    maybe not 2 mins from EVERY teacher. May not watch them all... #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela, @DALynch146, @JoelBSperanza
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:19 AM EST
    I argue it is just a tradition.. sigh #aussieED
    In reply to @ChrisAFRIN
  • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 5:19 AM EST
    See you next time Kendall #aussieED
  • CoderAus Nov 27 @ 5:19 AM EST
    #aussieED I can't say I have ever noticed a change in a student due to a report. Have seen change in student due to home.
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:19 AM EST
    with arguable effectiveness... #aussieED
    In reply to @ChrisAFRIN
  • ChrisAFRIN Nov 27 @ 5:19 AM EST
    lots of work to keep up to date. Useful for staff and for Ss if they check their e-ILP #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:20 AM EST
    oh yes, that is so sad, isn't it ? #aussieED
    In reply to @LoreyseAG
  • MelanieSSpencer Nov 27 @ 5:20 AM EST
    A6 Everything from comment banks & proformas to 'whatever you choose'. A well crafted comment showing you know the child is best #aussieED
  • richardolsen Nov 27 @ 5:20 AM EST
    But to return to the negative, online ongoing, continuous reporting in numbers via "portals" is of the devil. #aussieED
  • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 5:20 AM EST
    yup I'm going to go flipped feedback and feed forward for Ss but might send to Ps too #aussieED
    In reply to @aimeeshack
  • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 5:20 AM EST
    Maybe I'm leaving too soon? Change may be coming? #aussieED
    In reply to @meekjoe
  • talkinged19 Nov 27 @ 5:20 AM EST
    A6 range of reports, including portfolios with teacher/student feedback; 'freeform' with no grades, traditional comment banks #AussieEd
  • zach_mehew Nov 27 @ 5:20 AM EST
    A6 By having a record of what students completed over the year allows us to reflect on the great things we have done outside class #aussieed
  • jess_rhianon Nov 27 @ 5:20 AM EST
    no worries lots of work on parent friendly rubrics so they give an idea of what needs to be done to improve #aussieED
    In reply to @aimeeshack
  • EduTweetOz Nov 27 @ 5:20 AM EST
    Love that idea of visual reports. Perhaps online with links for those that want to click. #aussieED
    In reply to @jess_rhianon
  • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 5:21 AM EST
    A6: Tick boxes. Comments. Comment banks. Levels. Wonder what is the most effective feedback to improve learning?! #aussieED
  • JakeLittle91 Nov 27 @ 5:21 AM EST
    Good point @misterwootube 3 languages spoken in Finland, pop of 5 mill & poverty rate about 4%.. diff story in Aus #aussieED
    • misterwootube Nov 27 @ 5:07 AM EST
      I love Finland but comparisons have to be cautious. Their educational context drastically differs from ours (eg. ethnic diversity) #aussieED
      • Narralakes Nov 27 @ 5:00 AM EST
        I wonder how other countries do reporting? Like Finland who seem to be the benchmark in academic achievement #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:21 AM EST
    since started writing reports in my teaching career, I always thought talking face 2 face was so much more effective! #aussieED
    In reply to @mrbflannery
  • mssackstein Nov 27 @ 5:21 AM EST
    Change Requires Buy-In From Stakeholders https://t.co/2BMTOsGp21 via @educationweek #hacklearning #aussieed #21stedchat #sunchat #edreform
    In reply to @educationweek
  • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 5:21 AM EST
    Maybe 30 sec-1 min #aussieED
    In reply to @aimeeshack, @kati_varela, @JoelBSperanza
  • curly48 Nov 27 @ 5:21 AM EST
    Would take too much time #aussieED
    In reply to @wholeboxndice
  • ChrisAFRIN Nov 27 @ 5:21 AM EST
    indeed and I doubt if there were changes to attitude even if they went on-line #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:22 AM EST
    #aussieED Next question in 1 minute
  • JoyceBronwyn Nov 27 @ 5:22 AM EST
    Most definitely. It is one process I find extremely frustrating and time consuming. #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 5:22 AM EST
    Its funny. Some of my middle school disasters have matured into upper school stars! Sometimes time is the best remedy! #aussieED
    In reply to @cjpb63
  • meekjoe Nov 27 @ 5:22 AM EST
    A6 As 'mature-age' teacher seen all, @MRsalakas @ZeinaChalich might not know but have even seen theirs! #aussieED
    In reply to @MRsalakas, @ZeinaChalich
  • richardolsen Nov 27 @ 5:22 AM EST
    A6 When we had closed, private student blogs we sent them home on a CD at the end of the year, as a record, that was cool. #aussieED
  • jess_rhianon Nov 27 @ 5:22 AM EST
    we are planning to show rubrics of where Ss are at and where they need to move to #aussieED
    In reply to @EduTweetOz
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:23 AM EST
    Q7 #aussieED Let’s reimagine reports. What could they look like?
  • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 5:23 AM EST
    Lots of comment banks at present as current form of reporting (after semester ends) doesn't seem to make any difference #aussieED
  • Mj0401Mary Nov 27 @ 5:23 AM EST
    Thanks for chat - have to pick up 15 year old from work. Have a great week all :) #aussieED
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 5:24 AM EST
    A6: paragraph, dot point strengths/areas fro impr, learning behaviour tickbox, at/below standard scale. #aussieED
  • LoreyseAG Nov 27 @ 5:24 AM EST
    A6: I like a continua or self reporting #AussieEd
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:24 AM EST
    It's not the writing comments and putting them online, it's about ongoing feedback I argue #aussieED and including the students
    In reply to @ChrisAFRIN
  • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 5:24 AM EST
    A7 students present a portfolio of their learning to parents discussing iterations #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:24 AM EST
    in reflecting on their own learning, wishes, objectives... #aussieED
    In reply to @ChrisAFRIN
  • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 5:24 AM EST
    A7: I wonder if we could do away with reports and just find ways of giving effective feedback. Consistently help students improve. #aussieED
  • ChrisAFRIN Nov 27 @ 5:24 AM EST
    my wife when she taught infants had to write reports in ink - ball point/rollerball pen/s were not permitted. #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • JoelBSperanza Nov 27 @ 5:24 AM EST
    A7 This is my pet topic. Make it VIDEO FEEDBACK. Here's a link to how I do it and why. https://t.co/sqZiocqClw #aussieED
  • zach_mehew Nov 27 @ 5:25 AM EST
    A7 Face 2 face feedback instead of written feedback... easier to understand and able to clarify / gain further info instantly #aussieed
  • teacherchalky1 Nov 27 @ 5:25 AM EST
    New AQA GCSE Physics Speed, Velocity & Distance Time Graph Zombie Lesson! https://t.co/yR2XBEHjHM via @tesResources #ukedchat #aussieED
    In reply to @tesResources
  • ChrisAFRIN Nov 27 @ 5:25 AM EST
    A6 @kati_varela my wife when she taught infants had to write reports in ink - ball point/rollerball pen/s were not permitted. #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • meekjoe Nov 27 @ 5:25 AM EST
    https://t.co/n0DppgNjQf #aussieED
    In reply to @richardolsen
  • richardolsen Nov 27 @ 5:25 AM EST
    Because they were private, cyber safety and all that rubbish, long story, and a long time ago. #aussieED
    In reply to @Paula_E_M
  • cmcaton Nov 27 @ 5:25 AM EST
    A6 #aussieED my last comment reports were very generic with a non editable comment bank. Plus eff, beh & ach.
  • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 5:25 AM EST
    Totally premeditated this Q! I'm going to include Ps in video feedback and feedforward given to Ss. And care less about written #aussieED
  • curly48 Nov 27 @ 5:25 AM EST
    I would think so too but it means you really need to know your Ss. Some still struggling with this idea #aussieED
    In reply to @wholeboxndice
  • talkinged19 Nov 27 @ 5:26 AM EST
    A7 new reporting - ePortfolios with accompanying T/S interview perhaps #AussieEd need to think about what is to be reported on and why first
  • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 5:26 AM EST
    Since 'Post truth world' seems to be the new buzz phrase I wonder about how we word report comment so carefully #aussieED
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 5:26 AM EST
    Agree! Everyone should be giving video feedback. #aussieED
  • CoderAus Nov 27 @ 5:26 AM EST
    #aussieED All text based by KLA at least 50% have been using comment banks. Online seems like the future but security would be vital.
  • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 5:26 AM EST
    A7: I've asked Ss to write their own reports in the past. They would never be passed! They're brutal on themselves. Could it work? #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:26 AM EST
    I would love self-reporting with us teachers commenting simply over that for instance #aussieED
    In reply to @LoreyseAG
  • EduTweetOz Nov 27 @ 5:26 AM EST
    A7 multi media reports. Have seen example where #VoiceThread has been used for Ss portfolio. #aussieED
    In reply to @Doctor_Harves
  • cathwilliams05 Nov 27 @ 5:26 AM EST
    A7 Ss should also have reflection on Reports #aussieED
  • plearnchat Nov 27 @ 5:27 AM EST
    Let professional learning come to you. Winter 5Ws of Personalized Learning eCourse https://t.co/E4vP7DXDml #aussieED #edchat #AfricaEd
  • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 5:27 AM EST
    A7: Video feedback and continuous reporting, which we are trying to do in 2017! #aussieED
  • jess_rhianon Nov 27 @ 5:27 AM EST
    A7 focus on what needs to be done to improve, not behaviour related, visual and tick boxes are god for our EAL parents #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:27 AM EST
    I like the idea of "there already" or "not there yet" in terms of outcomes #aussieED but all student driven
    In reply to @danishbuddha, @86glorlalilija
  • ClaudiaG_Aus Nov 27 @ 5:27 AM EST
    .@aimeeshack it has taken a couple of years and lot of discussion over what should be included, highlight T inconsistencies #aussieED
    In reply to @aimeeshack
  • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 5:27 AM EST
    I think it should be the same with assessment to or even part of assessment reflecting on learning #aussieED
    In reply to @EduTweetOz
  • meekjoe Nov 27 @ 5:27 AM EST
    We'll double your money.....joking #aussieED #valeflorencehenderson
    In reply to @MRsalakas
  • JoelBSperanza Nov 27 @ 5:27 AM EST
    honest, specific, engaging, with plenty of time to praise as well as to highlight areas to improve. #aussieED
    In reply to @Sciencesteveg
  • ChrisAFRIN Nov 27 @ 5:27 AM EST
    this would depend on age of Ss and their, and parent commitment #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:28 AM EST
    I think we can very much do without the current form of reporting! Ongoing feedback accessible to parents is one way #aussieED
    • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 5:24 AM EST
      A7: I wonder if we could do away with reports and just find ways of giving effective feedback. Consistently help students improve. #aussieED
  • curly48 Nov 27 @ 5:28 AM EST
    This is what I have experienced over my 18 yrs. only they have got a bit shorter. My first year 32x 8 page reports 😀 #aussieED
    • aimeeshack Nov 27 @ 5:24 AM EST
      A6: paragraph, dot point strengths/areas fro impr, learning behaviour tickbox, at/below standard scale. #aussieED
  • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 5:28 AM EST
    brilliant. Here’s how you can move forward. Some Ss need those conversations, but would I write it in a report? #aussieED
    In reply to @cjpb63
  • lux_senthil Nov 27 @ 5:28 AM EST
    Thanks for the great #aussieEd chat. Now to proof read more reports...
  • cmcaton Nov 27 @ 5:28 AM EST
    A7 #aussieED I would like live chat with both parent and stu. No excuses then for not coming to school interviews. Send a copy to ps & ss
  • richardolsen Nov 27 @ 5:28 AM EST
    A7 If students developed authentic meaningful [online] portfolios while at school, reports wouldn't be needed. #aussieED
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:28 AM EST
    @ChrisAFRIN I remember those days (as a student!) Poor teachers :( #aussieED
    In reply to @ChrisAFRIN
  • DALynch146 Nov 27 @ 5:28 AM EST
    I guess I have to get over my aversion to seeing myself on video! #aussieed
  • LoreyseAG Nov 27 @ 5:28 AM EST
    autodidactic practice means a product of choice shared with an audience of choice and feed forward #aussieED
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • JoanPrice16 Nov 27 @ 5:28 AM EST
    #aussieED Here's my ideal report!!!
  • JoelBSperanza Nov 27 @ 5:28 AM EST
    Once I started making vid feedback, I looked back at the fdbck I used to give and shook my head. It's barely useful. #aussieED
    In reply to @lucasgarth
  • CoderAus Nov 27 @ 5:29 AM EST
    #aussieED Students develop a portfolio highlighting their experiences and strengths then work to improve weaknesses next year.
    In reply to @kati_varela
  • kati_varela Nov 27 @ 5:29 AM EST
    Great idea!! :D #aussieED
    • zach_mehew Nov 27 @ 5:25 AM EST
      A7 Face 2 face feedback instead of written feedback... easier to understand and able to clarify / gain further info instantly #aussieed
  • MRsalakas - Moderator Nov 27 @ 5:29 AM EST
    Tweet of the night...lol #aussieED
  • WilsPB Nov 27 @ 5:29 AM EST
    Fantastic idea. Just need to work out how parents can get the information they need? It's amazing reports still much the same. #aussieED
    • mattoman71 Nov 27 @ 5:24 AM EST
      A7: I wonder if we could do away with reports and just find ways of giving effective feedback. Consistently help students improve. #aussieED
  • 4MaryAnne_ Nov 27 @ 5:29 AM EST
    @kati_varela #aussieED many still focus on grade and not comment
    In reply to @DALynch146, @kati_varela
  • curly48 Nov 27 @ 5:29 AM EST
    Managable #aussieED
    In reply to @wholeboxndice, @mrkrndvs
  • Doctor_Harves Nov 27 @ 5:29 AM EST
    well apart from need to be online, agree ss show learning and reflect on it #aussieED
    In reply to @richardolsen
  • LessonToolbox Nov 27 @ 5:29 AM EST
    Kids write questions + place in eggs then lucky dip to answer. Colours to differentiate challenge via @Sfm36 #ukedchat #edchatie #aussieed
  • meekjoe Nov 27 @ 5:30 AM EST
    Does indeed, otherwise end up like Joan of Arc, not a great stakeholder experience! #aussieED