A2: where are the solutions to these problems brought to light? If we don’t present solutions when we share there are problems it just seems whiny. #aplitchat
Q2. What is your biggest criticism with this article?
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December 2, 2024 at 1:27 AM
A2: where are the solutions to these problems brought to light? If we don’t present solutions when we share there are problems it just seems whiny. #aplitchat
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December 2, 2024 at 1:06 AM
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And if a student is taking multiple AP classes or dual enrollment classes, how much gets piled on them in total? Our kids have 7 classes a day. My own kid is taking 4 AP classes. We have worked out strategies to cope but it helps that Mom is a teacher. ;) #aplitchat
December 2, 2024 at 2:06 AM
And if a student is taking multiple AP classes or dual enrollment classes, how much gets piled on them in total? Our kids have 7 classes a day. My own kid is taking 4 AP classes. We have worked out strategies to cope but it helps that Mom is a teacher. ;) #aplitchat
A new-ish blog post for AP English teachers (and really any teachers with exams and/or state assessments to think about) #aplit #aplang #aplitchat #aplangchat
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Gearing Up for the AP English Exam: Key Considerations for Second Semester Success
Essential tips for AP English teachers to ensure second semester success, focusing on skill reinforcement, exam prep, and fostering a love for reading and writing.
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March 5, 2025 at 6:41 PM
A new-ish blog post for AP English teachers (and really any teachers with exams and/or state assessments to think about) #aplit #aplang #aplitchat #aplangchat
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A4: having watched my own kids grow up through the system I see how teacher expectations varied from person to person, year to year and that is really difficult for some students. I think moving to more classroom based work and projects could help all students be more successful #aplitchat
Q4. Offer a counterargument to this statement:
"So it (direct instruction) has been replaced by corn-syrup instruction: more projects, less homework, less memorization. "
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"So it (direct instruction) has been replaced by corn-syrup instruction: more projects, less homework, less memorization. "
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December 2, 2024 at 1:56 AM
A4: having watched my own kids grow up through the system I see how teacher expectations varied from person to person, year to year and that is really difficult for some students. I think moving to more classroom based work and projects could help all students be more successful #aplitchat
Free Webinar: register & still get recording & materials if u can’t come.
Having been inspired by native teachers I have met in my work, I’m excited to do this session with the talented poet and teacher Ms. Asani Winfrey-Charles #aplit #aplitchat #ela #elachat #nasai #literature
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Having been inspired by native teachers I have met in my work, I’m excited to do this session with the talented poet and teacher Ms. Asani Winfrey-Charles #aplit #aplitchat #ela #elachat #nasai #literature
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December 6, 2024 at 3:35 PM
Free Webinar: register & still get recording & materials if u can’t come.
Having been inspired by native teachers I have met in my work, I’m excited to do this session with the talented poet and teacher Ms. Asani Winfrey-Charles #aplit #aplitchat #ela #elachat #nasai #literature
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Having been inspired by native teachers I have met in my work, I’m excited to do this session with the talented poet and teacher Ms. Asani Winfrey-Charles #aplit #aplitchat #ela #elachat #nasai #literature
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Completely agree. Though the turn of phrase of vegetative ed is kinda great (credit where it’s due). But the pressure to lower expectations is also coming from the economies of trying to get into a good school. Like a B, in their heads, will sink you. #aplitchat
December 2, 2024 at 1:33 AM
Completely agree. Though the turn of phrase of vegetative ed is kinda great (credit where it’s due). But the pressure to lower expectations is also coming from the economies of trying to get into a good school. Like a B, in their heads, will sink you. #aplitchat
A1: Love this question. I don't think the article does good in and of itself, but discourse like ours can use this opinion as a jumping off place to look for solutions. I've realized, with all of the vague criticism Adam's offers, he gives no concrete ideas for change #aplitchat
Q1. Does an article like this do any good?
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December 2, 2024 at 1:20 AM
A1: Love this question. I don't think the article does good in and of itself, but discourse like ours can use this opinion as a jumping off place to look for solutions. I've realized, with all of the vague criticism Adam's offers, he gives no concrete ideas for change #aplitchat
A2. The oversimplification of the problems in education and the complete failure to offer solutions. It seems to have been written solely to fan the flames of dissatisfaction, and I have a big problem with that, particularly as someone who is working daily to make things better #aplitchat
Q2. What is your biggest criticism with this article?
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December 2, 2024 at 1:28 AM
A2. The oversimplification of the problems in education and the complete failure to offer solutions. It seems to have been written solely to fan the flames of dissatisfaction, and I have a big problem with that, particularly as someone who is working daily to make things better #aplitchat
My apologies #aplitchat friends, there seems to be a bit of a lag in my feed tonight.
December 2, 2024 at 1:49 AM
My apologies #aplitchat friends, there seems to be a bit of a lag in my feed tonight.
A2: The easy dismissal of other types of teaching as somehow less than or ineffective. I think 1) the author ignores the reality of numbers in the classroom and 2) the author rejects anything that isn't the way HE PERSONALLY TEACHES which is RIGHT and BEST (/sarcasm). #aplitchat
December 2, 2024 at 1:37 AM
A2: The easy dismissal of other types of teaching as somehow less than or ineffective. I think 1) the author ignores the reality of numbers in the classroom and 2) the author rejects anything that isn't the way HE PERSONALLY TEACHES which is RIGHT and BEST (/sarcasm). #aplitchat
A1. My first response to the article was more emotional than cognitive. I found myself feeling some of its sentiments. While this year has been different (because of a cell phone ban) the past two years have been somewhat vegetative. #aplitchat
December 2, 2024 at 1:20 AM
A1. My first response to the article was more emotional than cognitive. I found myself feeling some of its sentiments. While this year has been different (because of a cell phone ban) the past two years have been somewhat vegetative. #aplitchat
A2. It was click bait, designed to elicit emotions by casting a broad net and it almost caught me until I realized that it was short on solutions as well as empathy.
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December 2, 2024 at 1:27 AM
A2. It was click bait, designed to elicit emotions by casting a broad net and it almost caught me until I realized that it was short on solutions as well as empathy.
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A5: There are so many resources to help teachers! Technology has made it easier than ever to connect and share. It can be overwhelming to sort through and figure out your own teacher voice, but if you want to improve, there are many people leaving breadcrumbs along successful paths. #aplitchat
December 2, 2024 at 2:08 AM
A5: There are so many resources to help teachers! Technology has made it easier than ever to connect and share. It can be overwhelming to sort through and figure out your own teacher voice, but if you want to improve, there are many people leaving breadcrumbs along successful paths. #aplitchat
A3: (I am bad at numbering) And of course, there are times when direct instruction is necessary. But it's one tool in the arsenal. #aplitchat
December 2, 2024 at 2:17 AM
A3: (I am bad at numbering) And of course, there are times when direct instruction is necessary. But it's one tool in the arsenal. #aplitchat
I agree! It's so much more complex than the author lets on #aplitchat
Just to expand on the idea of teacher laziness, I think it's also disappointing that the author failed to mention how difficult it is to hire fully certified teachers. Those new teachers who haven't completed any practicum have no choice but to use canned curriculum. It's survival. #aplitchat
December 2, 2024 at 1:32 AM
I agree! It's so much more complex than the author lets on #aplitchat
A5: Despite the frustrations, I still see kids getting caught up in the ideas and the joy of working with the language. I love setting up projects where they work on a question in small groups, because they express themselves with more bravery and the discussions are delicious. #aplitchat
December 2, 2024 at 2:09 AM
A5: Despite the frustrations, I still see kids getting caught up in the ideas and the joy of working with the language. I love setting up projects where they work on a question in small groups, because they express themselves with more bravery and the discussions are delicious. #aplitchat
I am hosting the first #aplitchat tonight at 8pm ET. We will discuss this article from the @nypost.com.web.brid.gy nypost.com/2024/11/29/o...
As a teacher for 26 years, I’ve seen how we dumbed down education — and how kids suffer
Teachers have been faced with two choices: educating students with challenging material and frequent grading or engaging them with fun projects and participation grades.
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December 1, 2024 at 9:56 PM
I am hosting the first #aplitchat tonight at 8pm ET. We will discuss this article from the @nypost.com.web.brid.gy nypost.com/2024/11/29/o...
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December 2, 2024 at 1:00 AM
Good evening, everyone. Welcome to tonight's #aplitchat. Please take a moment to introduce yourself.
A4. Projects can create self directed learning environments in which students fulfill their natural curiosity that can be squelched by direct instruction.
If students are engaged during class (45-60 minutes), how much more of their time should we expect to own outside of school?
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If students are engaged during class (45-60 minutes), how much more of their time should we expect to own outside of school?
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December 2, 2024 at 1:50 AM
A4. Projects can create self directed learning environments in which students fulfill their natural curiosity that can be squelched by direct instruction.
If students are engaged during class (45-60 minutes), how much more of their time should we expect to own outside of school?
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If students are engaged during class (45-60 minutes), how much more of their time should we expect to own outside of school?
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A1: When I first read, I thought it raised a few interesting points about student engagement with analytical reading/writing -- a many-faceted issue! -- but then it shifted to scold teachers for not lecturing & grading enough. That's when I realized it was yet another blame game. Ugh. #aplitchat
December 2, 2024 at 1:30 AM
A1: When I first read, I thought it raised a few interesting points about student engagement with analytical reading/writing -- a many-faceted issue! -- but then it shifted to scold teachers for not lecturing & grading enough. That's when I realized it was yet another blame game. Ugh. #aplitchat
WU: I am listening to Sebastian Junger's Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging as I rake leaves. It is moving me to belong more to our shared humanity. #aplitchat
December 2, 2024 at 1:12 AM
WU: I am listening to Sebastian Junger's Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging as I rake leaves. It is moving me to belong more to our shared humanity. #aplitchat
LAst question coming in 5 minutes. Y'all have been great and I miss this dearly. #aplitchat
December 2, 2024 at 1:53 AM
LAst question coming in 5 minutes. Y'all have been great and I miss this dearly. #aplitchat
A1. Projects are a valuable way to learn if they're designed appropriately. Homework has to compete with the increase in student work hours, athletics, etc. (and parents who want less homework). (1/2) #aplitchat
December 2, 2024 at 1:58 AM
A1. Projects are a valuable way to learn if they're designed appropriately. Homework has to compete with the increase in student work hours, athletics, etc. (and parents who want less homework). (1/2) #aplitchat