#oklaed Archive

This is the official Twitter account for #OklaEd, thehashtag that brings OK educators together. #OklaEd is not political & promotes constructive dialogue.

Sunday August 6, 2017
9:00 PM EDT

  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to the #oklaed chat! Introduce yourself and share a gif of your summer.
  • participatechat Aug 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #oklaed by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/PCV0aPuKUs
  • watersenglish Aug 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Michelle Waters, 9-11th English, Wayne High School #oklaed
  • coach57 Aug 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Kevin Hime Superintendent #cpsreds #oklaed
  • nancy_nwilliams Aug 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Nancy Williams-Reading Specialist- Idabel Primary South --Preparing for another great year! #Oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Photo cred to @MrsBeck25 #oklaed
    In reply to @MrsBeck25
  • MPSTechnology Aug 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Jun Kim, Dir of Tech. Moore #oklaed
  • sulphurmiddle Aug 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Steven Pyle. Sulphur Middle School Principal #OklaEd
  • kriscoop80 Aug 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Kristy Cooper, Del City HS #oklaed
  • bakerleft Aug 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Aaron Baker, 8th Grade U.S. History, Mid-Del, no gif available. #oklaed
  • DrTerriC Aug 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Terri Cullen Assoc Professor @oueducation #oklaed
  • Luvs2BakeCookez Aug 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Lisa Allison Kinder Teacher a Verdigris PS #oklaed
  • jcbjr Aug 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    John Bennett, Emeritus Engineering Faculty, Midlothian, Virginia. #oklaed
  • coach57 Aug 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT
  • mcappsparks Aug 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Melinda Parks, Westmoore HS #OklaEd
  • Mark_Moring Aug 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Mark Moring, Clinton High School principal #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Funny and serious = all at the same time! #oklaed
    In reply to @kriscoop80
  • CordellEhrich Aug 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Cordell, principal of #TheRon in Edmond. #oklaed
  • KimberBlodgett Aug 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Kim, 4th grade T at Jefferson Elem in Norman. This is my summer gif bc I spent most of it in bed recovering from surgery. #oklaed all better
  • scienceteachtk Aug 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Traci Richardson, HS Science, Stillwater. My summer? #oklaed
  • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Math T at NWC in @OKCPS. Ready for day 5 of school. #oklaed
  • kasnelson Aug 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hi #oklaed! Kas, Elem lead-Learner @VPSINDIANS! Went to Philly for #npc17 & kept up my #runstreak #day805!
  • MrsHime Aug 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Steph Hime, Director of Elem. Curr. & Instr. #cpsreds #oklaed
  • 1ShirleneMT Aug 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Shirlene MT, 7th grade science teacher at Alcott middle school #oklaed
  • watertankmath Aug 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    @watertankmath is ready for a great lineup of twitter chats tonight! #iaedchat #mtedchat #oklaed #txeduchat starting it off at 8pm CST!
  • DrewC75 Aug 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Drew. Adair HS. US HISTORY and such. #oklaed
  • bridgestyler Aug 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Tyler Bridges, @k20center Associate Director. #oklaed
  • Biobellrocks Aug 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Renee Bell, AP Biology, Del City High School #oklaed
  • lsmellott Aug 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    #OklaEd Shanna Mellott, Cache, ELA T, currently in PA
  • jlreed2011 Aug 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Jack Reed, Emerson High School in @OKCPS #oklaed
  • KndrgartnROX Aug 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Jola, Mid-Del, kindergarten #oklaed
  • room20awesome Aug 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Jennifer Seitsinger, kindergarten, Moore #oklaed
  • JonnyCurriculum Aug 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Jonathan Atchley of @IrvingMSCougars and @NormanSchools #oklaed
  • djthoreson Aug 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Debbie Thoreson, P of 2nd grade girl, T of English 3 & AP, Dewey High School #oklaed No gif available right now, but it's been a busy summer
  • DrewC75 Aug 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    My summer. #oklaed
  • DrTerriC Aug 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Terri Cullen Assoc prof @oueducation #oklaed
  • watersenglish Aug 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    This was my summer... #oklaed
  • collums_dawn Aug 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Dawn Collums , Director Sped Harding Fine Arts Academy @SNU_MAEL grad student #Oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Question 1 coming up in 1 minute...#Oklaed
  • mrsmcreading Aug 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Amber McMath 7th reading/ currevents at Owasso. Me every time I tried to do anything serious this summer 👇. #OklaEd
  • edgeblogger Aug 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hi, #oklaed! Rob Miller, Asst Supt, Sand Springs. I have had a relaxing few months!
  • jennifer_lea_e Aug 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Jennifer, high school science #oklaed
  • MrsBeck25 - Moderator Aug 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Anne Beck #edtech ... My GIF of the Summer #oklaed
  • JanalynTaylor Aug 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    #oklaed Janalyn Taylor, Clinton Principal
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Me too! #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    #oklaed
    • MrsMillerTigers Aug 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT
      Evening! I'm Nancy and I teach Senior English.
      In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • room20awesome Aug 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Summer adventure...NYC #oklaed
  • MooreNormanTech Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    MNTC's Professional Instructor Academy (PIA) is designed for #OklaEd K12 + @okcareertech professionals ➡️ Browse: https://t.co/eY3NVKLrg9
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Q1) How comfortable would a teacher from the early 1900’s be teaching in your classroom? Not counting technology...#oklaed
  • janebowen33 Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    MNTC's Professional Instructor Academy (PIA) is designed for #OklaEd K12 + @okcareertech professionals ➡️ Browse: https://t.co/RlvW4rkXzv
  • James409Jason Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Jason James..... Supt at #AlexPS #oklaed advocate - giving voice to my opinions all all things #okleg - Ts need a pay raise
  • MrsHime Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    My summer was full of family, friends, and fun! #oklaed
  • watersenglish Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Glad I'm not the only one! #oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Add #oklaed to your tweets so we can all see them :-) Welcome to chat!
    In reply to @MrsMillerTigers
  • edu_sanders70 Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Shane Sanders, administrator,@OKCPS studied All. Summer. Long. #Oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere, @OKCPS
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    This gifs are so awesome! #oklaed
  • AlleyBeth Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Allison, former OK Teacher. I'm just here to favorite things and show off my gif skillz. #Oklaed
  • MPSTechnology Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    These #oklaed gif!
  • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    A1) they would be very, very afraid. Other than paper and pencil, they wouldn’t know how to operate #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
      Q1) How comfortable would a teacher from the early 1900’s be teaching in your classroom? Not counting technology...#oklaed
  • room20awesome Aug 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Relatable!! #oklaed
  • jcbjr Aug 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    #oklaed Not a gif but I'm old...
  • MrWilliamsOK Aug 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    8th Social Studies T @GWCarverMSTulsa here for #oklaed chat... Summers over...
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    For real! I have to leave the house. #Oklaed
    • mrsmcreading Aug 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT
      Amber McMath 7th reading/ currevents at Owasso. Me every time I tried to do anything serious this summer 👇. #OklaEd
  • mcappsparks Aug 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    A1 Hmmm. Well, I have a bunch of round tables in my room instead of desks, so that would probably seem odd, for starters. #OklaEd
  • djthoreson Aug 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    A1: Not very comfortable! We don't recite a bunch, no rulers for discipline, Ss talking and taking over all the time... #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
      Q1) How comfortable would a teacher from the early 1900’s be teaching in your classroom? Not counting technology...#oklaed
  • coach57 Aug 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    My classroom is #CPSREDS Effective and engaging teacher from any era would feel supported and be excited to work at CPS #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
      Q1) How comfortable would a teacher from the early 1900’s be teaching in your classroom? Not counting technology...#oklaed
  • KndrgartnROX Aug 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    A1: I'm sure they would be uncomfortable. Ss have a voice in my class, in their learning #oklaed
  • kriscoop80 Aug 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    A1. Very uncomfortable. I live in organized chaos. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
      Q1) How comfortable would a teacher from the early 1900’s be teaching in your classroom? Not counting technology...#oklaed
  • jlreed2011 Aug 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1) I do not think a teacher from the 1900s would like the collaboration and debates student in my class did on a regular basis. #oklaed
  • collums_dawn Aug 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1) TBH, Diversity would be shocking #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
      Q1) How comfortable would a teacher from the early 1900’s be teaching in your classroom? Not counting technology...#oklaed
  • kbmeach Aug 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Kim, Board Member in Clinton. I usually read from the sidelines, thought I'd say Hi tonight 👋🏼 #oklaed
  • KimberBlodgett Aug 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1: probably love it bc less chalk dust, but that flex seating may throw them off. #oklaed
  • ChadChadcwm Aug 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Chad McGuire, Paoli, SNU 041 #oklaed
  • MrsHime Aug 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1: Prob not very comfortable, innovation projects, critical thinking activities have taken over #oklaed
  • 1ShirleneMT Aug 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    a1) not at all comfortable. Lots of kids, who aren't all from wealthy families and gasp, I'm teaching science to females #oklaed
  • bridgestyler Aug 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    I'm just loving the gifs! #oklaed
  • bakerleft Aug 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1: OMG! No! My classroom is uncomfortable for many Ts from the early 2000's and today! #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
      Q1) How comfortable would a teacher from the early 1900’s be teaching in your classroom? Not counting technology...#oklaed
  • watersenglish Aug 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1 The lack of rows, the groups & my interest in what the kids say/think would probably kill them. #oklaed
  • nancy_nwilliams Aug 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    No very comfortable at all. We are more relaxed and more physical movement. Much more individually crafted lessons. #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    this does not surprise me....#oklaed
    In reply to @bakerleft
  • mcappsparks Aug 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1 cont We do lots of class discussion/group activities and it gets loud sometimes. Poor soul would probably leave with a migraine! #OklaEd
  • coach57 Aug 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Always excited she board members join #OKlaed especially a #cpsreds
    • kbmeach Aug 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT
      Kim, Board Member in Clinton. I usually read from the sidelines, thought I'd say Hi tonight 👋🏼 #oklaed
  • Biobellrocks Aug 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: While I do have quite a bit of structure in my classroom, the familiarity and relationships I have with my kids might not fly #oklaed
  • edgeblogger Aug 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1: The teachers pay would be almost double what it was in 1900. And they wouldn't have to hunt for lunch. #oklaed
  • MrWilliamsOK Aug 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    a1) Aside from the integrated classes, as a history and Social Studies T I'm guessing quite a bit... #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
      Q1) How comfortable would a teacher from the early 1900’s be teaching in your classroom? Not counting technology...#oklaed
  • DrewC75 Aug 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1: Meh. People from 1900 weren't dummies, so they'd adjust. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
      Q1) How comfortable would a teacher from the early 1900’s be teaching in your classroom? Not counting technology...#oklaed
  • jcbjr Aug 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    #OklaEd A1: He / she would string me up and feed my dead body to the maggots....
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
      Q1) How comfortable would a teacher from the early 1900’s be teaching in your classroom? Not counting technology...#oklaed
  • 1ShirleneMT Aug 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    a1 cont) also the idea that we are all learning together instead of the teacher being the source of all knowledge would be scary #oklaed
  • jennifer_lea_e Aug 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1) Not very comfortable! They'd probably feel that the inmates are running the asylum! #OklaEd
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
      Q1) How comfortable would a teacher from the early 1900’s be teaching in your classroom? Not counting technology...#oklaed
  • kasnelson Aug 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1: my grandma taught 1-8 in a 1-room school in the 20's...she would be in shock in my room. No stove 2 start @ 5 am b4 kids come! #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
      Q1) How comfortable would a teacher from the early 1900’s be teaching in your classroom? Not counting technology...#oklaed
  • AlleyBeth Aug 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1) Only a few days out of any one unit would be comfortable for them. Assuming teaching would be a priority after time traveling! #Oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • lsmellott Aug 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    #oklaed A1: My Ss get up & move around, act out literature, & discuss which is contrary to that period of time. Shocked?
  • edu_sanders70 Aug 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: Extremely uncomfortable. T's had time4deeply developing character in students. Now, T's have 2dovetail it N2 jam packed lessons #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
      Q1) How comfortable would a teacher from the early 1900’s be teaching in your classroom? Not counting technology...#oklaed
  • mknight08 Aug 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Michelle Knight, SpEd teacher, Edmond. #oklaed
  • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Sorry. Forgot to add my image. I was traveling all over the US. #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Would those teachers recognize neat and orderly desks? Pencils scratching on paper? #Oklaed
  • OklaEd - Moderator Aug 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Not sure Rob been a Super for 10 years and #oklaed Ts yet to get a raise
    • edgeblogger Aug 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT
      A1: The teachers pay would be almost double what it was in 1900. And they wouldn't have to hunt for lunch. #oklaed
  • MPSTechnology Aug 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1:Unfortunetly, some would not miss a beat. #oklaed
  • mrsmcreading Aug 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1) Our grammar textbooks are the same as the 12th century (and 1900s). Working to change that! #oklaed
  • AlleyBeth Aug 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Oh yeah. Not to mention I'd allow them or of their seats... And how infrequently my podium was actually used. #Oklaed
    • watersenglish Aug 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT
      A1 The lack of rows, the groups & my interest in what the kids say/think would probably kill them. #oklaed
  • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    David Burton, Social Studies & Business Ed curriculum coordinator for Moore PS #oklaed
  • PrincipalNyberg Aug 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    a1. Comfortable...they better not be! Excited...now that's another story!!! #oklaed
  • dale_spradlin Aug 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Superintendent at Buffalo, OK. #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    #oklaed
    • MrsMillerTigers Aug 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT
      A1) I hope not to comfortable. Is like yo think even my teaching strategies have changed over the years.
  • bakerleft Aug 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1b: our diversity and tolerance would blow their minds! #oklaed
  • MrRogersTech Aug 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    They would feel at home. Not much has change. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
      Q1) How comfortable would a teacher from the early 1900’s be teaching in your classroom? Not counting technology...#oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Question 2 coming in 1 minute...#oklaed
  • watersenglish Aug 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1 I am also not using grammar textbooks. We're embedding grammar in writing practice. #oklaed
    In reply to @mrsmcreading
  • 1ShirleneMT Aug 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    a1 pt3) my desks aren't in rows but groups, some paper and pencils but lots of color, and tech too #oklaed
  • tawnrundle Aug 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Tawn Rundle, Asst. Supt, Merritt - joining late! #oklaed
  • MrsBeck25 - Moderator Aug 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Great to have you! #oklaed
    In reply to @kbmeach
  • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1) probably not very comfortable; my class is not sit and get. It involves research and collaboration and discussions. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
      Q1) How comfortable would a teacher from the early 1900’s be teaching in your classroom? Not counting technology...#oklaed
  • ChadChadcwm Aug 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1- probably not much. Not as rigid and controlling #oklaed
  • lindahaslerreid Aug 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Linda Reid, Principal Jenks East Intermediate. This has been a summer of new territory. #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Q2)What can you change/improve with your teaching practice this year? We don’t want those early 1900’s teachers to feel at home. #oklaed
  • mknight08 Aug 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A1: Very overwhelmed! With the standards, Rigor, parents, & other issues. #oklaed
  • coach57 Aug 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Although in the minority I still believe superstars from another era would adapt quickly #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    And yet = we have so far to go. #oklaed
    In reply to @bakerleft
  • andredaughty Aug 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Great question!!!! #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
      Q1) How comfortable would a teacher from the early 1900’s be teaching in your classroom? Not counting technology...#oklaed
  • KathySDunn Aug 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Kathy Dunn, Mid-Del Assistant Superintendent, #oklaed I'll be fading in and out. Refer to Jun Kim's gif! @MPSTechnology
  • 1ShirleneMT Aug 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A2) this is my first year of teaching so everything I do will be for the first time as a teacher #oklaed
  • KimberBlodgett Aug 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A2: get out of the textbooks, away from paper/pencil. Do novel studies, hands-on, teach outdoors. DITCH THE T DESK! #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Only the best for you Andre! #oklaed
    In reply to @andredaughty
  • djthoreson Aug 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A2: Lots of changes coming! NBC process - more meaningful assessments are coming... #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
      Q2)What can you change/improve with your teaching practice this year? We don’t want those early 1900’s teachers to feel at home. #oklaed
  • watersenglish Aug 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A2 I want Ss and I to thrive in the chaos of learning. I'm aiming for a newsroom/coffee shop feel to my class. This will take time. #oklaed
  • PrincipalNyberg Aug 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    a2. I have a pact with fellow admin to smack me with a 2x4 if I hold "meetings that could have been an email". #oklaed
  • MrWilliamsOK Aug 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    a2) just be more deliberate in the implementation of projects and promote more discussion and student led activities in class #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
      Q2)What can you change/improve with your teaching practice this year? We don’t want those early 1900’s teachers to feel at home. #oklaed
  • scienceteachtk Aug 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Teaching a new class this semester, hoping to try a lot of new things. Looking at jumping more fully into standards based grading. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
      Q2)What can you change/improve with your teaching practice this year? We don’t want those early 1900’s teachers to feel at home. #oklaed
  • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A2: I am working on getting students to understand how they learn and to apply that to math #oklaed
  • mknight08 Aug 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A2: increasingly community communication to increase support for public ed! #oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • jlreed2011 Aug 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2) I'm no longer in the classroom, but to encourage my teachers I plan to try flipped meetings this year to value their time. #oklaed
  • massignmenthelp Aug 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    7 Ways to Increase Your Presentation Skills https://t.co/UarJ4jpltD #hsgovchat #iaedchat #oklaed
  • AssignmentHelpN Aug 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A Writer’s Guide to Difference Between Editing and Proofreading https://t.co/wq0uN2NDPQ #hsgovchat #iaedchat #oklaed
  • lindahaslerreid Aug 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A1 Not so@comfy. The teacher- led classes of the early 1900s have been replaced by student-led schools #oklaed
    • MrRogersTech Aug 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT
      They would feel at home. Not much has change. #oklaed
      • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
        Q1) How comfortable would a teacher from the early 1900’s be teaching in your classroom? Not counting technology...#oklaed
  • mcappsparks Aug 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2 always trying to incorporate more tech and shift focus away from me to Ss; will need some new methods b/c classes are much larger #OklaEd
  • coach57 Aug 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Follow thru. Great ideas and plans shared during #cpsadmin leadership meetings but follow thru not always 100% #oklaed #cpsreds
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
      Q2)What can you change/improve with your teaching practice this year? We don’t want those early 1900’s teachers to feel at home. #oklaed
  • djthoreson Aug 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Finally found a gif that shows how I'm feeling... https://t.co/vVvWJivPXJ Looking forward to the new year, but summer can't be over #oklaed
  • room20awesome Aug 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A1 Not too comfortable...flexible seating and S choice stress people out today. However Montessori method is simular & from 1900's #OklaEd
  • SethMeier Aug 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2) As a principal, constantly push to be in classrooms more. Not as an observer, but as a learner and co-teacher. #oklaed
  • DrewC75 Aug 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2: I'm going to play around with sequence and let the Ss go more where they want to take me in the curriculum. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
      Q2)What can you change/improve with your teaching practice this year? We don’t want those early 1900’s teachers to feel at home. #oklaed
  • phhscience Aug 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Ss - Tt relationships are more important than rigor, relevance ,technology . Ss will learn if they believe T care about them. #oklaed
  • JonnyCurriculum Aug 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Q2: I need to read more, I need to be more patient. I need to spend more time in classrooms. #oklaed
  • bakerleft Aug 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2: More community building in the first two weeks, but also at regular intervals. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
      Q2)What can you change/improve with your teaching practice this year? We don’t want those early 1900’s teachers to feel at home. #oklaed
  • jcbjr Aug 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    #OklaEd A2: I could ALWAYS improve my driving questions for student control AND ALWAYS improve my feedback.
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
      Q2)What can you change/improve with your teaching practice this year? We don’t want those early 1900’s teachers to feel at home. #oklaed
  • MrsHime Aug 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2: I hope to assist Ps & Ts to feel comfortable in moving forward, progressing, getting out of their comfort zone and growing #oklaed
  • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2) explore what I done and see how I can give it "more cow bell"; spice it up, make it more relevant, improve it from last year #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
      Q2)What can you change/improve with your teaching practice this year? We don’t want those early 1900’s teachers to feel at home. #oklaed
  • KimberBlodgett Aug 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Yes I start off the year with how do you learn best? Then work hard to cater to that. #oklaed
    • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT
      A2: I am working on getting students to understand how they learn and to apply that to math #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Regarding Q1...#oklaed
  • lindahaslerreid Aug 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Me, too, love. It's going to be a great one! @naesp was FANtastic! #oklaed
    In reply to @kasnelson, @NAESP, @NAESP
  • nancy_nwilliams Aug 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2 That's just what I have been working on. I'm trying some different writing ideas to encourage more student involvement. #oklaed
  • lsmellott Aug 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    #oklaed A2: Make grammar/vocabulary instruction more interactive than work sheets and notes. Think about how Ss learn and what they like.
  • sarachrisadams Aug 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2) Share ideas! So much awesomeness is happening! Let's grow together and learn from each other!! #oklaed
  • MrsHime Aug 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    Good luck! #Oklaed
    In reply to @1ShirleneMT
  • mrsmcreading Aug 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2) I want to improve my feedback to students: its content, frequency, format. Working w/in the box to make it work for everyone. #oklaed
  • room20awesome Aug 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2 Wanting to do more hands on science...more STEAM integration! #oklaed
  • edu_sanders70 Aug 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2: I always want to improve on providing timely and meaningful feedback. Affirmation and Analysis that drives instruction & growth. #Oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
      Q2)What can you change/improve with your teaching practice this year? We don’t want those early 1900’s teachers to feel at home. #oklaed
  • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2) this... #oklaed
  • kriscoop80 Aug 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2: More lessons that allows students to think for themselves #oklaed
  • djthoreson Aug 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    Shucks! I wanted to go loiter in a downtown ice cream parlor! #oklaed
  • KndrgartnROX Aug 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2: Less of me, more of them. Give them the tools to discovery and learning, Also, invite Ps to participate more #oklaed
  • cybraryman1 Aug 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    .@1ShirleneMT My New Teachers page https://t.co/hLvn7pxD3L Best of luck! #oklaed
  • AlleyBeth Aug 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2) Taking a peek at those aspects I feel like they would be comfortable with and asking myself if it's effective or just not. #OklaEd
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • edgeblogger Aug 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: Give Ss some ownership over their learning. Integrate PBL, build connections to real-world skills & lrng. Eliminate busy work. #oklaed
  • nickhighsmith Aug 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    Nick Highsmith | Dean of Students, Nichols Upper Elementary, Miami Public Schools | Better late than never. #oklaed
  • andredaughty Aug 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A1. #oklaed, we're messing with the time continuum here!!!! @TeachFromHere
  • KimberBlodgett Aug 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    Words I hate to hear: we have this amazing outdoor classroom but nobody ever uses it. #oklaed makes me want to scream!!!
  • mrjoshflores Aug 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: I'd eliminate posting "essential" Qs at the start of a lesson and encourage students to direct the learning with their own Qs. #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    #oklaed
    • MrsMillerTigers Aug 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
      A2) I'd like to add more interactive and student led activities to my English class.
      In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • Biobellrocks Aug 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: more of the same. Hands on activities, new and exciting ways to engage, less of the structure more of applied learning! #oklaed
  • MrsBeck25 - Moderator Aug 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    If given the chance, I want to do more webinars. Had several last semester. Still need to work out the kinks. #oklaed
  • collums_dawn Aug 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2)Moving to high school , almost all new ! #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
      Q2)What can you change/improve with your teaching practice this year? We don’t want those early 1900’s teachers to feel at home. #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    I starting doing this - we were able to accomplish so much more in class. #oklaed
    In reply to @bakerleft
  • MrsBeck25 - Moderator Aug 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2: If given the chance, I want to do more webinars. Had several last semester. Still need to work out the kinks. #oklaed
  • carriejacobs Aug 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Carrie Coppernoll Jacobs, school board member from @OKCPS. Here to learn, per usual. :) #oklaed
  • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    How cool! Would love to know how you help them know that. Check out my 2 1/2 week journey here: https://t.co/QjCLi1TlZV #oklaed
    In reply to @KimberBlodgett
  • DrewC75 Aug 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    So basically, it was like Saudi Arabia... #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Question 3 coming up in 1 minute...#Oklaed
  • nancy_nwilliams Aug 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Believe it or not, but when I began teaching, women could teach in dresses only.#oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • nickhighsmith Aug 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2: As a newbie to school leadership role, I hope that I can stay committed to my efforts to be a great resource for students/staff #oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • room20awesome Aug 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2b Oh...Skype (more Skype), and OneNote for morning meetings! #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Hol. Moly. #oklaed
    In reply to @nancy_nwilliams
  • ebarnes73 Aug 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2: non-conformist schedule, Ss have a say in the process, 2 hours of playtime daily! It's a start. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
      Q2)What can you change/improve with your teaching practice this year? We don’t want those early 1900’s teachers to feel at home. #oklaed
  • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    The world is showing me how much this skill is needed!!! R u still teaching Algebra I? we need to collaborate again :) #oklaed
    In reply to @kriscoop80
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    the struggle is real...#Oklaed
    In reply to @tracytrips1
  • jennifer_lea_e Aug 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A2) I'm going to need to work on my patience...teaching freshmen for the 1st time in 5 years! 😳 #Oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
      Q2)What can you change/improve with your teaching practice this year? We don’t want those early 1900’s teachers to feel at home. #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    Q3) Is this change a risk you are willing to take? Why or why not? #oklaed
  • phhscience Aug 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    Build a strong Tt - Ss relationships and everything else will fall right in place #oklaed
  • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    Parental involvement is hard at the secondary level. Any ideas? #oklaed
    In reply to @KimberBlodgett
  • KimberBlodgett Aug 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A3: new district, new possibilities! I'm so excited to try new things this year. No desk, more S choice, student led conferences. #oklaed
  • KimberBlodgett Aug 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    #oklaed 👇 my brain is elementary.
    • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT
      Parental involvement is hard at the secondary level. Any ideas? #oklaed
      In reply to @KimberBlodgett
  • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    Steal my beating heart. You had me at “Give”. #oklaed
    In reply to @edgeblogger
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    Oh. Geeze. I'm moderating and can barely keep up! this is why #Oklaed is so #amazeballs
  • AlleyBeth Aug 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A3) Absolutely! I'm starting over in a new state with different standards, etc. Perfect clean slate for me to switch things up. #Oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • mcappsparks Aug 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A3 you have to do what's best for your kids, even if it makes you uncomfortable....maybe especially if it makes you uncomfortable #OklaEd
  • nancy_nwilliams Aug 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    You'll need to do that often! #oklaed
    In reply to @jennifer_lea_e
  • room20awesome Aug 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A3 If it's what's best for kids...I'm up for the challenge and ready to change! #oklaed
  • MrWilliamsOK Aug 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    a3) Yes. change and growth is the only way to get better... #oklaed
  • DrewC75 Aug 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A3: YOLO, baby. #oklaed
  • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A3) if not willing to to take the risk to improve my craft for the students in my class then why I am I doing what I'm doing? #oklaed
  • djthoreson Aug 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A3) Yep, the National Board process requires creativity and open-mindedness! #oklaed
  • kriscoop80 Aug 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3: Yes, I am always changing. Every couple years I do something different. Keeps it interesting. #oklaed
  • watersenglish Aug 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3 I am willing to turn over more control to Ss, to listen to Ss more, to jump out of my box in their best interests. #oklaed
  • lindahaslerreid Aug 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A2 As a principal, get in classrooms & model what I hope to see rather than just tell. Hard to find the time, but that's my goal #oklaed
  • andredaughty Aug 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A1. #oklaed, they'd see all ethnicities in the classroom with (some) black Ts teaching & principals. #uhoh
  • JonnyCurriculum Aug 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3: I'm not sure to be honest. But I know I need to take more risks that overtly show failure. Failure has to be an option and "OK" #oklaed
  • ChrisParadise Aug 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A1) I'm pretty sure a 1900s T would be baffled by my classroom. Of course, so are some 2017 Ts! #OklaEd
  • cybraryman1 Aug 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3 My Risk-Taking - Innovation page https://t.co/m6kv3Hykq7 #oklaed “Do one thing every day that scares you.” — Eleanor Roosevelt
  • PrincipalNyberg Aug 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    a3. Yep. Getting ready for year 2 of flipped, T led staff p/d. Even have a few new ideas up my sleeve :) #oklaed
  • watersenglish Aug 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    TRUTH #oklaed
    • mcappsparks Aug 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT
      A3 you have to do what's best for your kids, even if it makes you uncomfortable....maybe especially if it makes you uncomfortable #OklaEd
  • mrjoshflores Aug 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Oh, sorry. Running late on account of Dad-ing. Josh, Mustang's ELA Coordinator, K-12! #Oklaed
  • coach57 Aug 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    #CPSREDS work out of the box taking risks that make adults uncomfortable and improve learning for students a daily occurrence #oklaed
  • 1ShirleneMT Aug 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3) the good thing about being a first yr teacher is everything is a risk so why not take the bigger ones that seem like theyd work #oklaed
  • mcappsparks Aug 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3 your kids learn from watching how you approach change and your own learning process--I try to be careful what I model for them. #OklaEd
  • SethMeier Aug 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3) yes. If I show risk-taking as the principal, it should encourage teachers to take instructional risks. #oklaed
  • scienceteachtk Aug 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Not the risk, but implementing I struggle with. I have LOTS of ideas, often too many. Making them fit & work for Ss is the challenge #oklaed
  • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    I am so glad you represent my area within the district. I teach at NWC. Been meaning to invite you out :). #oklaed
    In reply to @carriejacobs, @OKCPS
  • kasnelson Aug 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A2: I am going to be even more of a #principalsinaction leader! Will be in classrooms more & with kids as much as possible! #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
      Q2)What can you change/improve with your teaching practice this year? We don’t want those early 1900’s teachers to feel at home. #oklaed
  • jennifer_lea_e Aug 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3) Its going to be a challenge, may even be the death of me, but I'm pretty sure I can handle it! #Oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    I AM NOW REDOING TONIGHTS #OKLAED CHAT. THANKS @mrjoshflores
    In reply to @mrjoshflores, @mrjoshflores
  • sarachrisadams Aug 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3) Change is how we grow. We become ineffective for our students if we don't grow. #oklaed
  • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    My poor grammar. So sorry. "Explore what I've done and see..." #oklaed
    • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
      A2) explore what I done and see how I can give it "more cow bell"; spice it up, make it more relevant, improve it from last year #oklaed
      • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
        Q2)What can you change/improve with your teaching practice this year? We don’t want those early 1900’s teachers to feel at home. #oklaed
  • bakerleft Aug 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: Perfect time for me to risk: 6th year, no state test, trusted admin., jumping in the deep end in less than two weeks! #oklaed
  • MPSTechnology Aug 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    YES MA"AM! Its not about you or me... Its about the kids. #oklaed
    In reply to @mcappsparks
  • mrjoshflores Aug 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: Absolutely. It's not really a risk if I equipment Ss with the right learning skills to dig deep into topics. #Oklaed
  • KndrgartnROX Aug 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: ideas that flop, Ps or other Ts that don't understand, the price for progress. In the words of Mrs. Lovejoy... #oklaed
  • lsmellott Aug 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    #oklaed A3: Taking risks is part of being a T. If it doesn't work, then I'll try something else.
  • AlleyBeth Aug 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Oh, right. Um, I'm supposed to be showing off gif skillz... #Oklaed
  • edgeblogger Aug 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: You have to be willing to take risks. Most ppl fail in life not bc they aim too high and miss but bc they aim too low and hit. #oklaed
  • jcbjr Aug 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    #Oklaed A3: If I were in the classroom, I would certainly would take the risk. Why? Because Effective Learning requires taking risks!!!
  • mrsmcreading Aug 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3)If we aren't already taking risks regularly--and learning from the results--in our classroom, I don't think we're doing it right. #oklaed
  • MrsHime Aug 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: New job, changes, worth it for #cpsreds Strategic Plan, moving forward #oklaed
  • room20awesome Aug 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    Start w/PTA ask them for support and build from their @OklahomaPTA #OklaEd
    In reply to @thnorfar, @KimberBlodgett, @OklahomaPTA
  • posthard Aug 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3. Gotta change. S's change, I have to. #oklaed
  • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    I’m doing that this year. DM me your email and I will share my google drive that me and my team mates are using. #oklaed
    In reply to @kriscoop80
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    #BamSauce - Yet we all know a teacher who struggles here. How can we help/encourage? #Oklaed
    • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT
      A3) if not willing to to take the risk to improve my craft for the students in my class then why I am I doing what I'm doing? #oklaed
  • PegGrafwallner Aug 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    Absolutely. Model Open-Ended ?s & practice creating these. In that way, Ss can have authentic discussions that don't sound scripted #oklaed
    In reply to @mrjoshflores
  • ChrisParadise Aug 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A2) I'm going to continue working on my goals from last year. Make my lessons more physically active and more relatable to the Ss. #OklaEd
  • nancy_nwilliams Aug 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3 My changing techniques in is a constant process. Different students have different needs and come with asst. backgrounds. #oklaed
  • jlreed2011 Aug 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3) The risks with change are worth any failures if in the process learning occurs for both Ts who try and students who overcome #oklaed
  • nickhighsmith Aug 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: Absolutely! I'm working too hard in my doc program to not give it my all in my first admin gig! #oklaed
  • AlleyBeth Aug 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    This! 👇🏻 #Oklaed
    • mrjoshflores Aug 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT
      A2: I'd eliminate posting "essential" Qs at the start of a lesson and encourage students to direct the learning with their own Qs. #oklaed
  • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    I do work with them. Poor group is so small (less than 10 people). Trying to grow and need help with ideas. #oklaed
    In reply to @room20awesome, @KimberBlodgett, @OklahomaPTA
  • MrsMillerTigers Aug 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3) Yes! To be a great teacher I'm willing to take risks and get out of my comfort zone. #oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    And if you're not willing to do what's best for he kids...why are you there #oklaed
    In reply to @MPSTechnology, @mcappsparks
  • Biobellrocks Aug 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3: I am looking forward to the changes! My kids enjoy trying new things it wll be fun to see where the new activities take us #oklaed
  • MrRogersTech Aug 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A2) Need to BLOG more. or at least start. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
      Q2)What can you change/improve with your teaching practice this year? We don’t want those early 1900’s teachers to feel at home. #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Question 4 coming in one minute...#oklaed
  • lindahaslerreid Aug 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3: Every day we ask Ss to take risks to grow; do we really have a choice but to practice what we preach? Change is uncomfortable. #oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • watersenglish Aug 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Love this idea! #oklaed
    In reply to @mrjoshflores
  • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Yep, they require a lot of patience. I’m back with them this year for most of the day as well. #oklaed
    In reply to @jennifer_lea_e
  • DrTerriC Aug 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    I have been working on that this summer. Harder to get going than it seems. #oklaed https://t.co/H8GVTPiZaq
    In reply to @MrRogersTech
  • mrjoshflores Aug 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    I know, it's crazy to teach students to drive instruction rather than . #oklaed
    In reply to @PegGrafwallner
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Q4) What happens if the risk you take with your practice fails at first? #oklaed
  • MrRogersTech Aug 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3) sure why not. What can happen? Someone might learn something. #oklaed
  • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3: I am always wiling to risk for the sake of learning. #oklaed
  • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    That's part of my job--the essence of my job--helping Ts to get from here to there to increase the impact of student learning #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT
      #BamSauce - Yet we all know a teacher who struggles here. How can we help/encourage? #Oklaed
      • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT
        A3) if not willing to to take the risk to improve my craft for the students in my class then why I am I doing what I'm doing? #oklaed
  • mrjoshflores Aug 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A4: that questions is just opening the door for cliche "learn from failure" quotes. #Oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    #Boomsauce #oklaed How high can you aim? What will truly truly challeng your practice?
    • edgeblogger Aug 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
      A3: You have to be willing to take risks. Most ppl fail in life not bc they aim too high and miss but bc they aim too low and hit. #oklaed
  • MPSTechnology Aug 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    So what! Do it again! #oklaed
  • KimberBlodgett Aug 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A4: I learn. It's not failure, it's an opportunity for growth. It's a chance for me to model how to fail & learn from it for my Ss. #oklaed
  • djthoreson Aug 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A4: Then students get to see how failure works! And how to get over it and make it better. :-) #oklaed
  • kasnelson Aug 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A3: Because my staff and #KidsDeserveIt! #oklaed
  • 1ShirleneMT Aug 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A4) thats fine. Failure is a great way to learn, the important thing to figure out is why it failed #oklaed
  • KndrgartnROX Aug 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A4 Review, reflect, revamp #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    DO it! Every #oklaed voice is so important!
    In reply to @MrsMillerTigers, @MrRogersTech
  • ChrisParadise Aug 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Yup. I'm with you on that. I think more Ts would do what we do if they see what we are thinking and why/how we do it. #OklaEd
    In reply to @MrRogersTech
  • nickhighsmith Aug 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A4: We learn from failure. It's what we do with that failure that makes all the difference. #oklaed
  • mcappsparks Aug 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A4 reflect and adjust...and reflect and adjust...and reflect and adjust. It's a process. #OklaEd
  • coach57 Aug 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A risk never fails just need some adjustments every now and then #OKlaed
  • kriscoop80 Aug 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A4: Then it fails. You reevaluate, see what you could have done differently and re try. But do not quit after one fail. #oklaed
  • mrsmcreading Aug 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A4) You are failing. Not a failure. The only difference is what you do next. Tattoo that on your students' foreheads to remind you. #oklaed
  • ebarnes73 Aug 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A4: Take good notes, reflect on the process and try, try again. If at first you don't fail, you didn't try hard enough #oklaed
  • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    YEAH! I won’t be there 8/28-30. I have 1st & 6th plan. Can’t wait to see you! #oklaed
    In reply to @carriejacobs, @OKCPS
  • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A4) that which does not kill us makes us stronger. We try something else &/or fine tune the first attempt. #oklaed
  • lindahaslerreid Aug 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A4: Perfect! As a principal, failure is a chance to model for Ts & Ss that risks are worth it. Own it, learn from it, & move on. #oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • JanalynTaylor Aug 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    #oklaed Q4 Reflect. Apologize if needed. Try a different course. Repeat.
  • andredaughty Aug 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A3. Being vigilant to reach all students, especially the ones we know need the most support and help. #oklaed
  • scienceteachtk Aug 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Failure is req'd in my class. That's how we (me included) learn. If it crashes and burns, try it again a new way. #oklaed
  • MPSTechnology Aug 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A4: Fix it and make it better the next time. Got to self eval: #rocksorsucks #oklaed
  • watersenglish Aug 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A4 The Ss will tell me all about it. Often, they can help me find a better way. I just need to listen. #oklaed
  • SethMeier Aug 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A4) Review it and revise if needed. Dissenting opinion (or action) is often the catalyst 2 positive change. Failure isn't always bad #oklaed
  • lsmellott Aug 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    #oklaed A4: FAIL-the first attempt at learning. I'll reflect, make changes, & try something else.
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Guys - collaboration is happening tonight in #Oklaed. How can we maximize this hour? How can we pull in Ts who are not here?
    • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT
      I’m doing that this year. DM me your email and I will share my google drive that me and my team mates are using. #oklaed
      In reply to @kriscoop80
  • jlreed2011 Aug 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A4) When it fails then you look for the parts that worked and tweak it then try again. Giving up just sends the wrong message. #oklaed
  • 1ShirleneMT Aug 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A4) considering this is on the wall in my classroom, I'd say it's just fine #oklaed
  • bakerleft Aug 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A4: Must answer the question, "Why did I fail?" Then adjust and go again. #oklaed
  • jennifer_lea_e Aug 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A4) You never know until you try! If it doesn't work, try something else! Have to be willing to adapt! #Oklaed
  • room20awesome Aug 6 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A4 Step back reflect & evaluate...may just need a little time or a little tweaking. Growth-mindset! #oklaed
  • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    You are making me blush!!! Just say the word and I am taking a road trip to help your Ts. U've been my hero since Math Edcamp #oklaed
    In reply to @edgeblogger
  • GauntTonya Aug 6 @ 9:30 PM EDT
  • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A4+) our "failure" as Ts is ideal moment to show Ss that "failure" is an ideal opportunity to learn, try again, and grow #oklaed
  • MrsMillerTigers Aug 6 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A4) I think it would be good for our students to see that sometimes we fail. I think students are afraid to take risks. #oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • mcappsparks Aug 6 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A4 also a good opportunity to learn from your colleagues--ask them for advice, where appropriate. #OklaEd
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 6 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Mrs. Mellott. I totally agree. Getting out of my comfort zone is where the real learning occurs for me & Ss. #OklaEd
    • lsmellott Aug 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
      #oklaed A3: Taking risks is part of being a T. If it doesn't work, then I'll try something else.
  • MrsHime Aug 6 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A4: Failing forward is progress, it makes us stronger #oklaed
  • PrincipalNyberg Aug 6 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    a4. Then I will know I'm on my usual path to success, lol. #oklaed
  • MrRogersTech Aug 6 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A4) Duh! You try again and again and again until you get it. This is learning! #oklaed
  • mknight08 Aug 6 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A3: building new relationships with others Ts, parents, & community members. #oklaed
  • MrWilliamsOK Aug 6 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    a4) then we do it again... just better next time... #oklaed
  • nancy_nwilliams Aug 6 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A4 I just dust myself off and evaluate the situation. Where did I go wrong and what part was successful. Work from success! #oklaed
  • sarachrisadams Aug 6 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4) Imagine what Ss will learn by seeing Ts fail! Keep trying to succeed and see what they also learn from that! #oklaed
  • AlleyBeth Aug 6 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4) #oklaed Figure out what didn't work, try again, or move on to something else... and remember:
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    #Boom #Sauce It's already in the #oklasaid podcast #oklaed
    • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT
      A3: I am always wiling to risk for the sake of learning. #oklaed
  • DrewC75 Aug 6 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4: Modify and try again. Good ideas need to be worked on. #oklaed
  • watersenglish Aug 6 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Keep talking about it every chance we get! #oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • SethMeier Aug 6 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Failure can also mean that you executed poorly or people resisted the unknown. Must debrief and unpack failure. #oklaed
  • ChrisParadise Aug 6 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4) If? I'm not sure I've done a me created lesson that I haven't had to adjust. How else do we model flexibility & perseverance? 😂 #OklaEd
  • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    I am so honored!! #oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • mcappsparks Aug 6 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Many of them are under TONS of pressure to be perfect--self-imposed pressure or otherwise. #oklaed
    In reply to @MrsMillerTigers, @TeachFromHere
  • djthoreson Aug 6 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A4b) Plus, it might work by seventh hour! Poor first and second hours... #oklaed
  • posthard Aug 6 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A4. Adjust, collaborate with colleagues.#oklaed
  • JonnyCurriculum Aug 6 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A4: We could all learn more from Mr. Gump. Just keep on going. #oklaed
  • andredaughty Aug 6 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A4. Reflect, critique, revise.. It's an honor to fail forward! #oklaed
  • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A4: Reflect on what worked and what didn’t. Modify the goal if necessary. Try again #oklaed
  • MrsHime Aug 6 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    One of the BEST FAILURE Motivational Videos I've ever seen! #oklaed https://t.co/kpgoeXrGZv
  • KndrgartnROX Aug 6 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Help them become less afraid of this platform. That's my goal at my site this year #oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • AlleyBeth Aug 6 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    And, I've reached bed time. I have another job interview tomorrow! Enjoy the rest of the chat, y'all! #Oklaed
  • edgeblogger Aug 6 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A4: Learn from the mistake, make adjustments and try again. It took Chuck Norris three kicks to break this rock. #oklaed
  • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Have I told you that your my hero? #oklaed
    In reply to @KimberBlodgett
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Question 5 coming in one minute...#Oklaed
  • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Yes sir! Wise words from new MPS principal! #oklaed
    • SethMeier Aug 6 @ 9:32 PM EDT
      We should LOVE showing students that we are human. Show humanity by being real.
      In reply to @MrBurtonMPS
  • kasnelson Aug 6 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A4: my grandma always said: Of at first you don't succeed, try and try again! #oklaed
  • room20awesome Aug 6 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Invite Ts to Tweet w/you! #okelem will tweet after school (4:00) 1 day each month...great opp for Ts to stay after school & tweet. #oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • watertankmath Aug 6 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    #nhed alright had chat tonight, #bcedchat #wateachlead #caedchat and #oredchat later 2nite! Great chats on now #iaedchat #oklaed #txeduchat
  • Biobellrocks Aug 6 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A4: Just because something doesn't work perfectly the first time doesn't mean you abandon it, sometimes it takes a little patience. #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Q5) In what way will this new change in your practice change your student's learning experience? #Oklaed
  • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    You're too kind sir #oklaed
    In reply to @andredaughty
  • MrWilliamsOK Aug 6 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    a5) hopefully gives them more ownership of their learning. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5) In what way will this new change in your practice change your student's learning experience? #Oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Share it through a blog - seek out what others have done. #oklaed
    In reply to @jennifer_lea_e
  • MPSTechnology Aug 6 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A5: Allows students to self define success. Not something we impose on them. #helicoptereducation #oklaed
  • watersenglish Aug 6 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A5 I want Ss to see reading/writing as something they enjoy & are capable of doing; to see themselves as lifelong learners. #oklaed
  • MrsMillerTigers Aug 6 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A5) My hope is that they will be more engaged and have a genuine learning experience. #oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • MrsHime Aug 6 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A5: Begin with the end in mind... the Student #oklaed
  • Luvs2BakeCookez Aug 6 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Q5 my kids will feel less pressure and be more willing to take risks. #oklaed
  • DrewC75 Aug 6 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A5: GOOD QUESTION. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5) In what way will this new change in your practice change your student's learning experience? #Oklaed
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 6 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Renee is right on. I'm putting new ideas on a Cycle of Continuous Improvement (CCI). Calls for total reflection. #OklaEd
    • Biobellrocks Aug 6 @ 9:34 PM EDT
      A4: Just because something doesn't work perfectly the first time doesn't mean you abandon it, sometimes it takes a little patience. #oklaed
  • watersenglish Aug 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A5 Reading and writing are not just things you do in school, but skills relevant to their lives. #oklaed
  • djthoreson Aug 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A5: It should help me understand them better, which could only help our relationships! #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5) In what way will this new change in your practice change your student's learning experience? #Oklaed
  • alicekeeler Aug 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Goal setting is huge! Have students set goals and reflect. #oklaed #vbits #ritfest17
  • jlreed2011 Aug 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A5) Any change that increases the skill set of my Ss will help make them marketable and relevant to modern life. #oklaed
  • watertankmath Aug 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    #nhed already had chat tonight, #bcedchat #wateachlead #caedchat and #oredchat later 2nite! Great chats on now #iaedchat #oklaed #txeduchat
  • mcappsparks Aug 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A5 primarily communication and analytical skills, but content, too...I hope! #OklaEd
  • KndrgartnROX Aug 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A5 My hope is that they fall in love with learning; that they take charge of their personal and academic growth #oklaed
  • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A6) at min it shows I'm willing to challenge myself for them; hopefully it shows them I care about them & that's why I do what I do #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5) In what way will this new change in your practice change your student's learning experience? #Oklaed
  • room20awesome Aug 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A5 Changes will give Ss learning opportunity beyond textbooks...authentic learning! Excited to learn! #oklaed
  • SethMeier Aug 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A5) I hope our Oakridge Ss, Ps, and Ts see me as a learning-leader, not a managing-principal. I'm a teacher and learner first. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5) In what way will this new change in your practice change your student's learning experience? #Oklaed
  • kriscoop80 Aug 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A5: Give them more ownership in their learning. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5) In what way will this new change in your practice change your student's learning experience? #Oklaed
  • watersenglish Aug 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A5 I want my Ss to know that they have a voice, that they have space to be heard, and that it is important their voices are heard. #oklaed
  • KimberBlodgett Aug 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A5: it will show that I am listening, I respect their differences. That I don't expect them all to be the same. #oklaed
  • 1ShirleneMT Aug 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A5) hopefully it will help them to realize that they have more imput itno their education #oklaed
  • MrsMillerTigers Aug 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Yes! I've learned bouncing ideas off my colleagues has been a valuable experience for me. #oklaed
    In reply to @mcappsparks, @TeachFromHere
  • coach57 Aug 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Adults should always make changes to improve student learning no matter how uncomfortable or how hard it is #OklaEd
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5) In what way will this new change in your practice change your student's learning experience? #Oklaed
  • bakerleft Aug 6 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A5: Most Ss don't learn b/c they don't trust the environment. Building community can revolutionize a student's school experience. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5) In what way will this new change in your practice change your student's learning experience? #Oklaed
  • mknight08 Aug 6 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A4: keep trying. #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    write.more. #Oklaed
    In reply to @jennifer_lea_e
  • JonnyCurriculum Aug 6 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Good call. I've always sought to build followers and not subordinates. #oklaed
    In reply to @SethMeier
  • posthard Aug 6 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A5. Changing practice casts a broader net. Catches more fish....hopefully.#oklaed
  • scienceteachtk Aug 6 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    I'm worried abt freaking the Ss super focused on grades. Ideally Ss focus on what they've learned or not, & we adjust accordingly #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5) In what way will this new change in your practice change your student's learning experience? #Oklaed
  • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5+) it shows Ss my goal is helping them achieve their best & we are partners for their ultimate growth in learning content & skills #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5) In what way will this new change in your practice change your student's learning experience? #Oklaed
  • Biobellrocks Aug 6 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5: Failures lead to insights on what went wrong and what those outcomes indicate about the processes. It's science at its best!! #oklaed
  • mknight08 Aug 6 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5: how me as a learning leader, as well as a genuine listener. #oklaed
  • jennifer_lea_e Aug 6 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5) Great risks can equals great rewards! #Oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5) In what way will this new change in your practice change your student's learning experience? #Oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    thanks for giving us your time tonight! #oklaed
    In reply to @AlleyBeth
  • edgeblogger Aug 6 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5: Whether we like it or not, Ss today need variety and greater autonomy. Work w/ them to create a pos learning environment. #oklaed
  • nickhighsmith Aug 6 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5: intended outcome is for Ts to feel empowered and supported which ➡️ to their growth which ➡️ to Ss getting a better experience #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5) In what way will this new change in your practice change your student's learning experience? #Oklaed
  • mcappsparks Aug 6 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Also helps build community in your building...something many schools struggle with #oklaed
    In reply to @MrsMillerTigers, @TeachFromHere
  • ebarnes73 Aug 6 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A5: in theory makes it more genuine & less high-stakes. In practice I'm only half way there. The fun part is there if you ask the Ss #oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • thnorfar Aug 6 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    I hate I have to leave. I gotta finish getting ready for school tomorrow. See u guys next Sunday!!! #oklaed
  • kasnelson Aug 6 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A5: stronger, positive relationships affect every aspect of a student's school life, build trust & culture! A place kids want to be! #oklaed
  • MrRogersTech Aug 6 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A5) S's might learn something that I did not cover in class & they start to BLOG & share information with others in a different way. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5) In what way will this new change in your practice change your student's learning experience? #Oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Question 6 coming in one minute...#oklaed
  • PrincipalNyberg Aug 6 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    a5. At the end of the day, I just don't want to see a kid sitting alone in my lunchroom... #oklaed
  • ChadChadcwm Aug 6 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Hopefully it will create higher learning/critical thinking #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5) In what way will this new change in your practice change your student's learning experience? #Oklaed
  • dena_rogers Aug 6 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A2) Joining late - as a counselor, need to change guidance lessons in MPS we have been given some freedoms to be creative this year #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Q6) What changes in practice can you make to help students feel safe taking risks while learning? #Oklaed
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A5. Meeting my Ss where they already live, on their mobile devices. More active, social learning. #OklaEd
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5) In what way will this new change in your practice change your student's learning experience? #Oklaed
  • djthoreson Aug 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A6: In our Flex classes, teachers are going to talk about failures in their own lives and how they've led to good things. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q6) What changes in practice can you make to help students feel safe taking risks while learning? #Oklaed
  • CordellEhrich Aug 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A6: Start with relationship, then teach them failure IS an option! #oklaed
  • PegGrafwallner Aug 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Thx u! As P of SPED child, daughter was often alone. While smtms she liked quiet, I knew that she just wanted someone to talk to her #oklaed
    In reply to @PrincipalNyberg
  • PrincipalNyberg Aug 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    yes! How many Ts would love for them to be as engaged on their content as we are right now in #oklaed ?
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
  • watersenglish Aug 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A6 I am going to tell more stories about my failures & recoveries -- particularly the ones from this summer! #oklaed
  • jlreed2011 Aug 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A6) Change the grading policy to not penalize Ss for the learning process but to reflect the learning that results from the process #oklaed
  • edgeblogger Aug 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A6: Resist the temptation to grade/assess/judge everything they do. Learning is messy and non-linear. Give them time & opportunity. #oklaed
  • ChrisParadise Aug 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A5) Hoping it will help them make connections, not learn skills in isolation, and begin to think creatively. #OklaEd
  • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A6) make clear from beginning that some of our work/assignments are for practice/learning/growing & not "a grade" #oklaed #NOTbusywork
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q6) What changes in practice can you make to help students feel safe taking risks while learning? #Oklaed
  • nancy_nwilliams Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A5 Hopefully, beginning writing will be a successful endeavor. I'm interested in pushing the research component. #oklaed
  • coach57 Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Leadership taking rests encourages Ts to take risks. Ts taking risks encourages students to take risks #Oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q6) What changes in practice can you make to help students feel safe taking risks while learning? #Oklaed
  • dena_rogers Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A4 - Failure ultimately (if we keep trying) leads to success. We should expect failures from ourselves, colleagues, and students. #oklaed
  • mcappsparks Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6 I used to be the queen of formative assessment but don't do quite as much as before...I need to get back to that #OklaEd
  • MrsHime Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6: Model for your students, let them see you take a risk and let me know failure is ok #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Thanks for chatting tonight Telannia!! I hope our paths cross very soon! #oklaed
    In reply to @thnorfar
  • MrRogersTech Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6)Let them use the failures as a tool to get the finished product they want. Don't penalize them for not being correct every time. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q6) What changes in practice can you make to help students feel safe taking risks while learning? #Oklaed
  • kriscoop80 Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6: Show them it is okay to make mistakes and keep trying. Ask them how they want to be taught. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q6) What changes in practice can you make to help students feel safe taking risks while learning? #Oklaed
  • room20awesome Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6 Create a safe place for learning from the start! Mistakes will be made but we will learn from them and celebrate! #oklaed
  • MrsMillerTigers Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6) I think establishing a safe environment on the first day. Spending time getting to know students will go a long way. #oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • PrincipalNyberg Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    There is nothing more important to me as an Admin. nothing... #oklaed
    • PegGrafwallner Aug 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT
      Thx u! As P of SPED child, daughter was often alone. While smtms she liked quiet, I knew that she just wanted someone to talk to her #oklaed
      In reply to @PrincipalNyberg
  • bakerleft Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6: Fully recognize and appreciate every student's humanity, it takes time though, not as easy as it sounds. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q6) What changes in practice can you make to help students feel safe taking risks while learning? #Oklaed
  • SethMeier Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6) Show students that I'm in classes to learn and teach. Shows Ss that the principal and teachers are learning collaborators #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q6) What changes in practice can you make to help students feel safe taking risks while learning? #Oklaed
  • nickhighsmith Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6) Ss and Ts must build pos relationships from day 1. This will build trust, which builds influence, that makes a difference. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q6) What changes in practice can you make to help students feel safe taking risks while learning? #Oklaed
  • KimberBlodgett Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6: it's important to start from day one establishing a safe zone for failure, sharing, etc. not just my Ss but for me also. #oklaed
  • ChadChadcwm Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    I do it by example. I try stuff and mess up all the time. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q6) What changes in practice can you make to help students feel safe taking risks while learning? #Oklaed
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    You are so right on, Jack. Provide Ss multimodal opportunities to so growth and learning. #OklaEd
    • jlreed2011 Aug 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT
      A6) Change the grading policy to not penalize Ss for the learning process but to reflect the learning that results from the process #oklaed
  • scienceteachtk Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    This is HARD for a lot of Ss. They want the right answer, the 1st time, always. We discuss everything. Even if it seems off the wall #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q6) What changes in practice can you make to help students feel safe taking risks while learning? #Oklaed
  • Luvs2BakeCookez Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6 open ended learning. There are multiple ways to "get answers"#oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    #SonicBoomSauceWithCheese #Oklaed
    • PrincipalNyberg Aug 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT
      yes! How many Ts would love for them to be as engaged on their content as we are right now in #oklaed ?
      In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
  • MrWilliamsOK Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    a6) do it yourself... Ts aren't perfect so embrace your own mistakes keep going #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q6) What changes in practice can you make to help students feel safe taking risks while learning? #Oklaed
  • MPSTechnology Aug 6 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A6: Top Down. Admin/Ts have to own IT! All the bumps and bruises with all the successes equally. #OWNTHATS... #oklaed
  • JonnyCurriculum Aug 6 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A6: Understand what grief and trauma look like. Know how to respond, when it's visible. Create safety and make it a top priority. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q6) What changes in practice can you make to help students feel safe taking risks while learning? #Oklaed
  • dena_rogers Aug 6 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A5 - hopefully our change in guidance lessons will lend to us being able to meet our individual school’s needs. #moremeaningful #oklaed
  • ChrisParadise Aug 6 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A6) Give them lots of time to practice without high stakes. Make sure the classroom climate is accepting of mistakes and trials. #OklaEd
  • posthard Aug 6 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A6. Be genuine. Build relationships of all kinds early and often. They know. #oklaed
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 6 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    Brant, yes, yes and yes. Relationships is key. #OklaEd
    • PrincipalNyberg Aug 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT
      yes! How many Ts would love for them to be as engaged on their content as we are right now in #oklaed ?
      In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
  • watersenglish Aug 6 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Every T should learn about trauma informed teaching & how to identify/reach traumatized Ss. #oklaed
    • JonnyCurriculum Aug 6 @ 9:45 PM EDT
      A6: Understand what grief and trauma look like. Know how to respond, when it's visible. Create safety and make it a top priority. #oklaed
      • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
        Q6) What changes in practice can you make to help students feel safe taking risks while learning? #Oklaed
  • PrincipalNyberg Aug 6 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    If only my grammar wasn't so terrible... #mathguyproblems #oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:46 PM EDT
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 6 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Chris shares: Grow life-long learners, not test prepped Ss. #OklaEd
    • ChrisParadise Aug 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT
      A5) Hoping it will help them make connections, not learn skills in isolation, and begin to think creatively. #OklaEd
  • PegGrafwallner Aug 6 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    "safe zone" begins w/ a change in ourselves. When I changed my lang (esp in tching wrtng); S attitude changd #oklaed https://t.co/MjaRID2x48
    In reply to @KimberBlodgett
  • lsmellott Aug 6 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    #oklaed A5: Ss need to be Independent learners. What questions do I have? How can I learn the information? What do I do with it?
  • angmlittle Aug 6 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Sorry to miss the #oklaed chat tonight! Spending some QT with kiddos!! Hope everyone is as excited as I am for @joy4ok what a great week!!
  • jennifer_lea_e Aug 6 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A6) I think it's important for students to see me try and fail, but try again. Shows them that it's part of a process. #Oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q6) What changes in practice can you make to help students feel safe taking risks while learning? #Oklaed
  • nickhighsmith Aug 6 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    This!! #oklaed
    • MrWilliamsOK Aug 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
      a6) do it yourself... Ts aren't perfect so embrace your own mistakes keep going #oklaed
      • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
        Q6) What changes in practice can you make to help students feel safe taking risks while learning? #Oklaed
  • JanalynTaylor Aug 6 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    #oklaed A6 Make sure Ts have the skills to build a risk taking, safe climate for Ss. Free from sarcasm and ridicule.
  • KimberBlodgett Aug 6 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Don't be quick to respond. Wait time is so important. And when you respond make sure it's helpful, positive words. #oklaed
  • KndrgartnROX Aug 6 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A6. Take my cue from The Frizz. Plan for and celebrate the mistakes and risk taking #oklaed
  • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A6+) make it clear to Ss that many assignments are evals of growth & not evals of final product; kids don't understand "formative" #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q6) What changes in practice can you make to help students feel safe taking risks while learning? #Oklaed
  • bakerleft Aug 6 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A6b: Everything about teaching makes students feel either more or less safe. There are no neutral practices. #oklaed
  • MrsMillerTigers Aug 6 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Yes! I so agree! #oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 6 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A6. I will be Stronger, Smarter and Braver in 2017. #OklaEd
  • Biobellrocks Aug 6 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A6: I share my failures with my kids. So much reflection and discovery in science is a result of failure we can anlayze together #oklaed
  • nancy_nwilliams Aug 6 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A6 I want my students to feel comfortable learning. I'm going to be supportive and encouraging. #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    Question 7 coming in one minute...#oklaed
  • vperezy Aug 6 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    Vanessa Perez,#cpsreds, Tardy to the party, just switched drivers, sorry. #OklaEd
  • watersenglish Aug 6 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    Check with @PreventionOK for more information on trauma-informed teaching. #oklaed
    In reply to @JonnyCurriculum, @PreventionOK
  • jennifer_lea_e Aug 6 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    I was once docked on an eval because I didn't nail a physics problem I was working through with a class. #Oklaed
    • jennifer_lea_e Aug 6 @ 9:47 PM EDT
      A6) I think it's important for students to see me try and fail, but try again. Shows them that it's part of a process. #Oklaed
      • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
        Q6) What changes in practice can you make to help students feel safe taking risks while learning? #Oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Q7) How can you help/encourage your staff/colleagues to take deliberate, intentional risk with classroom practice? #Oklaed
  • lsmellott Aug 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    #oklaed A6: I think it should be what strategies can I use to help my Ss build confidence in what and how they are learning.
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A huge focus for me in 2017 is: Students, Change and Collaboration. #OklaEd #IAEdChat
  • angmlittle Aug 6 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Listen to @benfelder_okc and @denwalt interview @joy4ok the day after the charges were dropped! #oklaed https://t.co/oss6QHZccp
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    This is terrible. I made calculus mistakes all the time - math happens... #oklaed
    In reply to @jennifer_lea_e
  • MPSTechnology Aug 6 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A7: Make sure I minimize technology frustration #oklaed
  • coach57 Aug 6 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Challenges, rewards, jean day stickers, sonic drinks, etc #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT
      Q7) How can you help/encourage your staff/colleagues to take deliberate, intentional risk with classroom practice? #Oklaed
  • MrsHime Aug 6 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A7: By modeling failure, growth, rush taking myself; encouraging a growth mindset #oklaed
  • mcappsparks Aug 6 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7 share your experiences with them, invite them into your classroom to observe when you are pushing your boundaries #OklaEd
  • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7) make it clear, as a coordinator I'd love to come help you try something new; let's succeed or "fail" together then try again!!! #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT
      Q7) How can you help/encourage your staff/colleagues to take deliberate, intentional risk with classroom practice? #Oklaed
  • SethMeier Aug 6 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7) Trust them like the professionals that they are. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT
      Q7) How can you help/encourage your staff/colleagues to take deliberate, intentional risk with classroom practice? #Oklaed
  • MrsMillerTigers Aug 6 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7) Somebody has to be the first to take that risk. If I'm willing then I can share. It might inspire someone else. #oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 6 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7. I say, Model it. Think outside the box. #OklaEd
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT
      Q7) How can you help/encourage your staff/colleagues to take deliberate, intentional risk with classroom practice? #Oklaed
  • room20awesome Aug 6 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7 Be transparent in success & struggle, stay positive, lead by example! #oklaed
  • jlreed2011 Aug 6 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    If we can remember how impossible this seemed in the 70s then we can help rebuild the teaching profession today #oklaed
  • edgeblogger Aug 6 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7: Be present, be positive, focus on kids. It's easy to become disillusioned & retreat to our comfort zones. Encourage each other. #oklaed
  • vperezy Aug 6 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7) Unashamed enabler. Cheerleading, poking, facilitating: if someone is striving towards improved learning for kids, I am all in. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT
      Q7) How can you help/encourage your staff/colleagues to take deliberate, intentional risk with classroom practice? #Oklaed
  • scienceteachtk Aug 6 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    #oklaed I ask why 1000 times a day. You're doing something in class? Why? Teachers have to attend this meeting? Why? If I can't tell S...
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT
      Q7) How can you help/encourage your staff/colleagues to take deliberate, intentional risk with classroom practice? #Oklaed
  • mcappsparks Aug 6 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7 Ts are afraid to fail just as much as our Ss are--colleagues need to see that it's ok and worthwhile to take risks. #OklaEd
  • MrsHime Aug 6 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    *risk taking #OKlaed
  • KimberBlodgett Aug 6 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A7: share success stories with your colleagues. This isn't a competition. Tell them what is working for you. SHARE & collaborate! #oklaed
  • Biobellrocks Aug 6 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A7: I want to encourgae my science dept to spend more time in lab, exploring and failing and trying again. It's going to be epic! #oklaed
  • bakerleft Aug 6 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A7: Great question! Answer seems uncertain. So many Ts are extremely risk adverse. Need someone to hold their hand along the way. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT
      Q7) How can you help/encourage your staff/colleagues to take deliberate, intentional risk with classroom practice? #Oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Question 8 coming in one minute...#oklaed
  • room20awesome Aug 6 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Love this...MPS has the best coordinators! #OklaEd
    • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:52 PM EDT
      A7) make it clear, as a coordinator I'd love to come help you try something new; let's succeed or "fail" together then try again!!! #oklaed
      • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT
        Q7) How can you help/encourage your staff/colleagues to take deliberate, intentional risk with classroom practice? #Oklaed
  • nickhighsmith Aug 6 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A7 I had taped to my computer monitor in my room "Remember, its about the kids, not you." That was 🔥 that motivated me to take risk #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT
      Q7) How can you help/encourage your staff/colleagues to take deliberate, intentional risk with classroom practice? #Oklaed
  • mrsmcreading Aug 6 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A7) Sharing a book study together builds lasting accountability. Looking forward to #InnovatorsMindset with my Owasso Ts! #oklaed
  • JanalynTaylor Aug 6 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    #oklaed A7 Acknowledge and applaud their efforts... successes and failures. Ask how we can help assist in failure.
  • kasnelson Aug 6 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A7: I can encourage them to GO FOR IT, and if it flops or until they succeed, I'll be supporting them the whole way! #oklaed
  • MrBurtonMPS Aug 6 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A7+) as coordinator I'll try something new in front of Ts at PD; my risk (& reattempt if "fail") can be a comforting "encouragement" #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT
      Q7) How can you help/encourage your staff/colleagues to take deliberate, intentional risk with classroom practice? #Oklaed
  • KndrgartnROX Aug 6 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A7: Maintain the open door policy, invite them in, encourage collab an teamwork, celebrate wins #oklaed
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 6 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    5 Ways to Bring it. #OklaEd
  • jlreed2011 Aug 6 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A7) I will help my Ts and staff take risks in the classroom by offering to find PD for them or go in and try with them #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    It's like we think we have to be 100% perfect #oklaed
    In reply to @bakerleft
  • posthard Aug 6 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A7. Share success stories but don't brag. Know where to find answers if you don't have them. #oklaed
  • nancy_nwilliams Aug 6 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    A7 Share your success. Have a time during faculty meetings to share something. Show results as well as ideas. #oklaed
  • MPSTechnology Aug 6 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    If your #oklaed moderation skills weren't so #offthehook!
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    Q8) What is #1coolthing you can do this year to make a difference in your classroom? #oklaed
  • MrRogersTech Aug 6 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    A7)Take deliberate, intentional risk yourself. Show them that you are able to walk the talk. #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT
      Q7) How can you help/encourage your staff/colleagues to take deliberate, intentional risk with classroom practice? #Oklaed
  • room20awesome Aug 6 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    So true...it's not a Competition!!! #OklaEd
    • KimberBlodgett Aug 6 @ 9:53 PM EDT
      A7: share success stories with your colleagues. This isn't a competition. Tell them what is working for you. SHARE & collaborate! #oklaed
  • jennifer_lea_e Aug 6 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    A7) Sharing and modeling the risks you've taken and the impact they had. #Oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT
      Q7) How can you help/encourage your staff/colleagues to take deliberate, intentional risk with classroom practice? #Oklaed
  • vperezy Aug 6 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    Yes! It's such a bummer when tech issue is allowed to ruin great learning experience. Whatever we can do to not close off a teacher #oklaed
    In reply to @MPSTechnology
  • lsmellott Aug 6 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    #oklaed A7: Build a team. We encourage Ss to collaborate, but we should do the same. Have a purpose, plan it out, & implement it.
  • mcappsparks Aug 6 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    That's what my dad always says...it's about the kids. No matter what question or situation I brought up...it's about the kids. #oklaed
    In reply to @MPSTechnology
  • ChadChadcwm Aug 6 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    Constant encouragement by administrators and praise when it happens #oklaed
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT
      Q7) How can you help/encourage your staff/colleagues to take deliberate, intentional risk with classroom practice? #Oklaed
  • JonnyCurriculum Aug 6 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A7: Be visible, send positive and affirming notes. Watch them teach and provide meaningful feedback. Simply put, support teachers. #oklaed
  • djthoreson Aug 6 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A8: Tweet more about #1coolthing when great things happen! #oklaed
  • MrsHime Aug 6 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A8: No classroom, be positive, lead by example, servant leadership, encourage #oklaed
  • KimberBlodgett Aug 6 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A8: I am inviting @EmilyVirginOK and @MrsBeck25 to my room for starters. That's way cool! #oklaed trying to include my community more.
  • MrsMillerTigers Aug 6 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A8) Be actively present, fresh, and engaged every hour!! #oklaed
    In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • edu_sanders70 Aug 6 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    Model Model Model...Show T's, S's & F's the humility in your practice. Take them through your process of adjusting and growing. #OklaEd
    • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT
      Q7) How can you help/encourage your staff/colleagues to take deliberate, intentional risk with classroom practice? #Oklaed
  • James409Jason Aug 6 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Bribe them! At #AlexPS we play Tech & PD Bingo - Ts earn a $100 stipend for each card they blackout. Reward Ts which improve #oklaed
  • KndrgartnROX Aug 6 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A8: Only 1? Put devices in my kids hands so I can see their learning from their perspective #oklaed
  • scienceteachtk Aug 6 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    I need more time to come up with an answer for this one. The #1 makes me anxious. I'll have to get back to you next week #oklaed
  • EdCampMac Aug 6 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A6) I can teach the growth mindset & how all of us can learn something new! #oklaed
  • jlreed2011 Aug 6 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A8) The #1coolthing is not new or tech related. It is caring for the students who come each day and learn from you. #oklaed
  • MrsHime Aug 6 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Great chat tonight @TeachFromHere Have an awesome week #oklaed go out there and make a difference!
  • SethMeier Aug 6 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A8) make the entire school a classroom. Make it fun to learn. Fun to see people love to learn. #oklaed
  • room20awesome Aug 6 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A8 Take my "classroom" outside!! #teachlikefinland #oklaed
  • bakerleft Aug 6 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A8: performance poetry and btw #noConfederate #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Maybe even make it a success share out at lunch on occasion. #oklaed
    In reply to @nancy_nwilliams
  • watersenglish Aug 6 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A8 I'm wanting to try #booksnaps. Ss read books of their choice, create snaps to promo the books & share. Check them out! #oklaed
  • lsmellott Aug 6 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    #oklaed A8: Dress up as a character from literature, if I could just fit into my old costumes.
  • MrsMillerTigers Aug 6 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    We read a great book called Things Great Teachers Do Differently and that was one of the things I took away from the book. #oklaed
    In reply to @nickhighsmith, @TeachFromHere
  • edgeblogger Aug 6 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A8: Get to know every kid on a personal level, even in secondary. Call 100% of your parents w/ positive news about their child. #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    #oklaed
    • EdPsych8 Aug 6 @ 9:57 PM EDT
      A7: Reinforce their effort. Cheer for them whether they fail or succeed. Share personal risks and successes/failures.
      In reply to @TeachFromHere
  • nancy_nwilliams Aug 6 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A8 I bought a red carpet mural from Walmart. I'm going to take each child's picture in front of that mural and make a SUCCESS wall. #oklaed
  • Biobellrocks Aug 6 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A8: Be more like @kriscoop80 ! You can't get much cooler than that!!! #oklaed
  • mcappsparks Aug 6 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A8 I'm planning to let my senior elective kids have MUCH more latitude in selecting what we study than I ever have #OklaEd
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 6 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Thank you #OklaEd PLN, and Scott for moderating tonight. You CRUSHED IT bro. Have a great week.
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Rock on this year #oklaed! You can make it #Amazing - and I know you will!!
  • MPSTechnology Aug 6 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    a8: I'm going #notech and will volunteer to mentor Ss at sites this year. #newgoals #oklaed
  • posthard Aug 6 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    A8. For me, take advantage of the cool ppl in my building. For S's, using more movement in class is my priority this year. #oklaed
  • edgeblogger Aug 6 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    A8b: Do a lot of small things with great passion and love and you will be your kids favorite teacher this year, maybe forever. #oklaed
  • TeachFromHere Aug 6 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    #gamification can be a big player in motivation. In positive and negative ways. I love it! #oklaed
    • James409Jason Aug 6 @ 9:57 PM EDT
      Bribe them! At #AlexPS we play Tech & PD Bingo - Ts earn a $100 stipend for each card they blackout. Reward Ts which improve #oklaed
  • nickhighsmith Aug 6 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    A8) don't have a classroom anymore, but my focus will be getting Ts to incorporate Jensen's engagement strats in their rooms. #Oklaed