#makeitreal Archive | Participate

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Welcome! Thanks for joining #MakeItReal tonight! Keep one eye on us and the other on Game 7!

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Introduce yourselves for #MakeItReal tonight! Are you rooting for the Cubs, Indians, Neither?

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Cubs and Indians and @mathdenisnj are trying to #MakeITReal :)

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

vbordano Nov 2 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Instructional Coach from Texas...rooting for the Underdog...not sure who that is--I know NOTHING about Baseball :-) #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT

It's game 7. There are no underdogs! Thanks for coming. Thought I was out here alone :) #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Slow night @vbordano :) Might be just us for a Sports Relevance Chat! #MAkeItReal

In reply to @vbordano

WPMadden Nov 2 @ 9:35 PM EDT

6th grade math teacher from PA. Rooting for Indians. Can't root for Cubs. I'm a pirate fan #MakeITReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Question 1 is On Deck! Coming up in 1 Min! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Welcome! Sometimes fanhood means supporting the opponent of the enemy #MakeItReal

In reply to @WPMadden

MissDenko Nov 2 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Hi! Sylwia, third grade teacher, NJ. Not a big sport watcher..I'll root for the team that loses bc they'll need encouragement😊! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q1: Batter Up! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:37 PM EDT

That's why I love you! Awesome perspective #MakeItReal

In reply to @MissDenko

WPMadden Nov 2 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Haha exactly! Rally cap is on for Indians! #MakeITReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1: Did a short study with Ss on which city had the "better fans" based on how they acted #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1: would be interesting survey for Ss to pick a winner in diff matchups. Based on fandom like @WPMadden #MakeItReal

In reply to @WPMadden

Vaughn_trapped Nov 2 @ 9:39 PM EDT

OK. Here, born a Cub, adulated an Indian, so I'm distracted. *th grade, NC. #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:40 PM EDT

I'm split screening my own chat! Born a mets fan, became a cubs fan teaching in IL. #MakeItReal

In reply to @Vaughn_trapped

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:40 PM EDT

RT Q1 #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q1: Batter Up! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Very cool. Love that idea! #MakeItReal

vbordano Nov 2 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1: would be fun to look at the history of each team's record--determine win based on past..a little probability.

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Question 2 Coming in for Relief in 1 Minute! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A1: I love writing prompts. It seems that a student's fandom can be an excellent prompt #MakeItReal

LeeAraoz Nov 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Go, Cubs! Go! #MakeItReal

MissDenko Nov 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Lately twitter seems to not want me to participate in any chats. I'm having so much trouble seeing tweets! 😭 #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:44 PM EDT

It's almost a slow chat tonight. Is something else going on somewhere? #MakeItReal

theMrOlson Nov 2 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A1 - I like using "fandom" to illustrate "bias." I did it today when teaching about different points of view on Columbus. #MakeItReal

WPMadden Nov 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A1: examine stats by teams after team to find patterns or outliers etc #MakeItReal

MissDenko Nov 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A1) my late superintendent's motto was "be a fan". Always be your students' biggest fan - inside and outside of school. #makeitreal

WPMadden Nov 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Me too #MakeItReal

In reply to @MissDenko

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

very cool connection. When does support become negative and bias? #MakeItReal

In reply to @theMrOlson

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Yes! MAke Students the object of your unconditional support! #MakeItReal

In reply to @MissDenko

Vaughn_trapped Nov 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

#MakeItReal A1 Rate opinion of winner after each game on scale of 1-10. How did it change over the course of the series? Did fandom matter?

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Doesn't look like Q2 posted. Here it is #MakeItReal

MissDenko Nov 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

I can't see any tweets unless I go to someone's profile. Your tweets aren't in my #makeitreal feed 😔 maybe others have the same issue?

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:44 PM EDT

It's almost a slow chat tonight. Is something else going on somewhere? #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:47 PM EDT

I'm seeing everyone elses, I think. just not my own. #MakeItReal

In reply to @MissDenko

vbordano Nov 2 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2 #MakeItReal if we shift focus to growth mindset helps ease the "sting" of losing and really impacts academic lives

mrterborg Nov 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT

World Series? #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

MissDenko Nov 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT

weird!!! #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Yes! Understanding "loss" as "The Gift of Failure" like @jesslahey wrote, makes all the difference #MakeItReal

In reply to @vbordano, @jesslahey

vbordano Nov 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT

was having the same problem until I made sure to have capitals #MakeItReal

In reply to @MissDenko

Vaughn_trapped Nov 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT

#MakeItReal A2 Ss are not to be defined by grades, but rather by their progress toward mastery. Games are different, sort of.

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT

hadn't heard. that's a thing? :) #MakeItReal

In reply to @mrterborg

cpoole27 Nov 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Hi Chuck here 6th grade English teacher from NJ and founder of https://t.co/PbCktUcdSV #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:49 PM EDT

that shouldn't matter though. I"m seeing tweets with and without #MakeItReal

In reply to @vbordano, @MissDenko

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Welcome! We're about to hit Q3 of #MakeItReal

In reply to @cpoole27

MissDenko Nov 2 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2) There is so much academic competition that can ruin self-esteem. Must learn to be proud & not compare yourself to others #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Question 3 in 1 minute for the 7th Inning Stretch! #MakeItReal

WPMadden Nov 2 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A2: preparation, effort pays off even when you win & "lose" b/c u r able to take away something from both by reflecting #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Absolutely. Intrinsic value and competitive success should be disconnected. #MakeItReal

In reply to @MissDenko

theMrOlson Nov 2 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A2 - Win or lose, athletes (and Ss) need to focus on growth. This works for MLB and 5th grade math tests. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q3: Peanuts and Cracker Jack #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:51 PM EDT

The will to win is nothing without the will to prepare! Emphasize prep/growth. #MakeItReal

In reply to @WPMadden

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:51 PM EDT

RT Q3 #MakeItReal #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q3: Peanuts and Cracker Jack #MakeItReal

MissDenko Nov 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Yes!!! Growth! The only competition you should have is with yourself. Focus on doing better than the "old you" #makeitreal

theMrOlson Nov 2 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A2 - Win or lose, athletes (and Ss) need to focus on growth. This works for MLB and 5th grade math tests. #MakeItReal

WPMadden Nov 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT

fail to prepare, prepare to fail. #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

cturnbull15 Nov 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Chris, from NJ jumping in late. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Thanks Chris! It took a pitching change to bring you in :) #MakeItReal

In reply to @cturnbull15

RadfordAmy Nov 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3. TBH , I haven't tried much. I'm always looking for new ways to connect. Maybe on a personal level? #MakeItReal

MissDenko Nov 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3- my students love teaching me about sports. We have a role reversal - they get to be the teacher and I'm the student! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Here's Q3 @MissDenko #MakeItReal

In reply to @MissDenko

Vaughn_trapped Nov 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

#MakeItReal A3 I used stats earlier this year with the OSU Boston College game. Powerful. Current. Personal. Used screen shots from epsn.

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Awesome! and it's a great way to celebrate their knowledge and willingness to participate #MakeItReal #kidsdeserveit

In reply to @MissDenko

Ms_Carlsen Nov 2 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A3: As a math teacher, we use tons of probability...but also in Geometry, we can design plays for different sports #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Excellent. I took an argument about NFL game and turned it into Geom lesson next day! #MakeItReal

In reply to @Vaughn_trapped

WPMadden Nov 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3: excitement & discussion it naturally brings to class. Especially w/ home town teams. Let class discussions lead to tie ins #makeitreal

theMrOlson Nov 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

I like using screen shots too! I've used it on the NFL pregame when they use alliteration in their headlines! #MakeItReal

In reply to @Vaughn_trapped

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

There's always math in sports. Often too much analysis. I try to let Ss model and discuss outcomes often #MakeItReal

In reply to @Ms_Carlsen

WPMadden Nov 2 @ 9:56 PM EDT

love the idea of designing plays! #makeitreal

In reply to @Ms_Carlsen

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Nice! Great pickup on the alliteration! It'll get Ss watching for it #MakeItReal

In reply to @theMrOlson, @Vaughn_trapped

Ms_Carlsen Nov 2 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A3: Sports are a great way to build rapport with Ss, too. My NYC boys love teasing me about the @SFGiants! #makeitreal

In reply to @SFGiants

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:57 PM EDT

You are always the best #MakeItReal PLN! Keep inspiring and sharing!!

cturnbull15 Nov 2 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A3: it is, at the base level, a great way to connect with kids and get them talking. Came across this today. #makeitreal @KMreaders

Ms_Carlsen Nov 2 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Yes! Then they measure angles and ID parallel lines. It's fun and they can be creative. #makeitreal

In reply to @WPMadden

MissDenko Nov 2 @ 9:58 PM EDT

thank you! So helpful!!! #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thank you all for sharing your ideas on this exciting Sports night! #MakeItReal

theMrOlson Nov 2 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A3 - Ss pick an NCAA basketball team from the 64. They research the college and present findings to class. #makeitreal #nevertooearly

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 9:59 PM EDT

We do double brackets. first = their picks. second = probability outcomes. #MakeItReal

In reply to @theMrOlson

WPMadden Nov 2 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Thanks everyone. Definitely got some great ideas to share w/ class tomorrow! Have a great week and go Indians! #makeitreal

cturnbull15 Nov 2 @ 10:00 PM EDT

A3: Geography can be a great tie in as well to any sporting event. Awareness of where teams are from, how far apart, etc. #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:01 PM EDT

calculate total travel for each team and assess affect on record #MakeItReal

In reply to @cturnbull15

MissDenko Nov 2 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Fun sports story: once I was sayong how confusing it is when I watch the Yankees play football. I wonder why I was so confused😜 #makeitreal

MissDenko Nov 2 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Goodnight everyone! Have a wonderful week!!! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Nov 2 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Amazing. I'm saving this tweet. #MakeItReal

In reply to @MissDenko

theMrOlson Nov 2 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Great idea. I'd love to use the tournament more thematically across the curriculum this year. #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

Vaughn_trapped Nov 2 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Follow the tweet deck at #Indians. Mindblower! #makeitreal

MissDenko Nov 2 @ 10:03 PM EDT

true story. I still get made fun of for it to this day 😂 #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

mrterborg Nov 2 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Not sure. I'll let you know. :) #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

cturnbull15 Nov 2 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Great ideas @MathDenisNJ looking forward to starting my book study of Instant Relevance! Have a great night #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

Mr_Mitchem Nov 2 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Worked with my staff on various ways to engage students in real life math! #makeitreal #3actmath

lee_sharpe Nov 2 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Didn't realize Carlos Santana went on to baseball after his music career. #GiveMeYourHeart #MakeItReal #ForgetAboutIt