A5. Students on BOTH sides of HIB incidents have social and emotional needs. They should know that they have choices when it comes to reporting (for example my school has an app called Stop it for anonymously reporting) speaking with a counselor, etc. #TeacherEd#SafeSchools
We were taught about this in one of our trainings, and specifically asking the student to help come up with the repairing action. I had to take a step back and, instead of telling a student to apologize, say 'is there something you'd like to say?' because it's more powerful when it comes from them.
A4. After listening to the presentation by Dr. Renier Pierantoni I realized just how many grey areas there are when it comes to conflict vs HIB incidents. For example, a conflict can turn into an HIB situation but not vice versa. #TeacherEd#SafeSchools
A3. My school promotes various SEL topics throughout the school year created by our Culture and Climate Coordinator. October is Bullying Prevention month, so our schools proactively promote themes of kindness and respect with events such as spirit weeks, assemblies, etc. #TeacherEd#SafeSchools
A2. I include parents by maintaining open communication where they know they can reach me through multiple means (email, text, phone call). Transparent sharing of information on behaviors is also important. Finally, I keep parents updated on SEL lessons and read-alouds. #TeacherEd#SafeSchools
A1. Inclusivity is the key to creating a safe learning space for students. This means making sure all feel welcome and comfortable enough to share and participate. I do this by maintaining a calm and positive attitude in the classroom and encouraging respectful interactions. #TeacherEd#SafeSchools
A5: I use a variety of technologies for communicating with families: Remind for text reminders, Class Dojo for photo sharing, and monthly ‘newsletter’ email updates. #TeacherEd#EdTech Looking for more ideas tho!
However the challenge will always exist that students (especially older ones) are usually more tech savvy than their teachers, and so have the temptation for distraction, plagiarism, etc.
A4: Technology is a benefit to teachers since this is the language of our students. Their eyes light up when they are presented with something that is fun and engaging that is NOT their teacher. #TeacherEd#EdTech
A3: During common planning prep periods, we collaborate by sharing lesson plans and outcomes of previous lessons, asking questions and solving common problems. Beyond my school, our grade group texts regularly and shares files with each other. #TeacherEd#EdTech
A2: My Kindergarteners have a hard time with the trackpad, so my district made sure they all have touchscreen chromebooks. They also must have headphones that work and are plugged in properly because a lot of the instructions are audio since they are still learning how to read. #TeacherEd#EdTech
I also used an app called Novel Effect that I highly recommend for anyone teaching young kids who does read-alouds. It’s not cheap but it listens to your voice for the book you choose (it has a database of many books available) and plays pre-programmed sounds effects while you’re reading.
In Kindergarten I use the smartboard for all of my lessons, brain breaks, and videos. The students use Chromebooks for adaptive, interactive learning apps like iReady for Math and RAZ Kids for reading. #TeacherEd#EdTech#Kindergarten
A5: Teacher Feedback and praise is always necessary for students, but the teacher’s words need to be carefully selected. In order to achieve a growth mindset, teachers need to praise the effort and not the ability. #TeacherEd#GrowthMindset#Kindergarten
It was exciting to see that in kindergarten 100% of students have a growth mindset, but also sad to see that number decline as students get older. I feel it is our job as teachers to protect that 100% at all costs, and to not let assessments or groupings derail their growth mindsets.
A4: As a kindergarten teacher, I don’t give traditional assessments that often, observational assessments are more common. The part of the video that resonates the most with me was the chart that shows students’ mindsets between grades K-3. #TeacherEd#GrowthMindset#Kindergarten
...“this is challenging work, but not only do I believe that you will be able to master this, I expect you to”. Even if said work isn’t all that difficult, this simple framing can help students gain confidence as they will have believed they conquered something difficult. #TeacherEd#GrowthMindset
A3:The manner in which a teacher frames a lesson or project has a big impact on each student’s growth mindset. I particularly liked the idea of framing new material by saying... #TeacherEd#GrowthMindset#Kindergarten
...and looking for opportunities for teachable moments when students respond incorrectly or insufficiently to a question or problem. #TeacherEd#GrowthMindset#Kindergarten
A2:Teachers can promote a growth mindset in their classroom through ensuring the following: creating a positive climate for all students, providing the same input/material to all students, regardless of perceived abilities... #TeacherEd#GrowthMindset#Kindergarten
