Episode 77- Evidence Based Teaching Strategies

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Tina Kirkpatrick @mrs_kpat 6th grade math and science teacher at jefferson elementary in Pryor

Overview of chat topic

Evidence Based Teaching Strategies

Questions from the chat:

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Q1: What are some specific instructional strategies used in your school that have positively impacted student achievement? #Oklaed pic.twitter.com/YMgwmIepnz

— Tina Kirkpatrick (@Mrs_Kpat) August 13, 2018

A1 – We have really pushed literacy and reading in every content area. We have math teachers, art teachers, etc. buying in and having Ss read articles that tie into their curriculum. It’s awesome! #oklaed

— Shari Gateley (@ShariGateley) August 13, 2018

A1. In our school we have PLCs, collaboration, eagletime when used properly. In my classroom, I have S’s lead discussions and lessons . #oklaed

— Kristy Cooper (@kriscoop80) August 13, 2018

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Q2: Classroom environment directly impacts learner engagement. How can we create classroom environments that keep learners interested and engaged? #Oklaed
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— Tina Kirkpatrick (@Mrs_Kpat) August 13, 2018

A2: If you aren't enjoying what you are doing, they aren't enjoying what they learn. My atmosphere is one of family. I'm the school mama, we laugh, we get things done, we follow the rules. Oh yeah and we laugh some more #oklaed

— Renee Bell (@Biobellrocks) August 13, 2018

A2 It starts with the teachers planning. The teacher should have strategies in place to engage students from the start of class to the end. Teachers should always apply real world examples in every lesson. A variety of questioning techniques is key as well. #oklaed

— Kyle Hilterbran (@KyleHilterbran) August 13, 2018

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Q3: What is the difference between feedback & grades? When would you use each? #Oklaed
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— Tina Kirkpatrick (@Mrs_Kpat) August 13, 2018

A3: Feedback is critical for helping students grow. I love to use grades to show how much a student has learned in a unit, or an academic year. Using baseline data or pre-assessments with each data set is powerful for students to see how much they are achieving. #Oklaed https://t.co/62k2m8SFHD

— Carri Hicks (@hicks4ok) August 13, 2018

A3 Feedback in the form of action statements promotes learning. Grades are often viewed by Ss as labels. They stunt growth. #oklaed #rethinkela

— Michelle Waters 📚 (@watersenglish) August 13, 2018

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Q4: How can we make time to provide the valuable feedback on higher-order thinking and/or what are some time-saving strategies that can be used? #Oklaed
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— Tina Kirkpatrick (@Mrs_Kpat) August 13, 2018

A4: I think it’s important to know the student and understand what kind of feedback they would best respond to, all feedback shouldn’t look the same. #oklaed

— Steve Gilliland (@Stv_Gilliland) August 13, 2018

A4 Some of the best immediate Feedback can simply observing and making comments as you walk the room or stopping for quick help. #Oklaed

— Terry Saul, Ed.D (@saul02_terry) August 13, 2018

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Q5: What do your learners do with their feedback? Do they interact with it? How do they learn from it? #Oklaed
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— Tina Kirkpatrick (@Mrs_Kpat) August 13, 2018

A5: LOL This is a loaded Q! Some Ss thrive and take the feedback as a personal invitation to do better. Others glance at it and ask whether they can throw it away. Actual feedback (not just corrections) usually gets some attention. #oklaed https://t.co/t8Sv0kNoa3

— Debra Thoreson (@djthoreson) August 13, 2018

Q5 We begin and end everything with the 4 questions. 1)What do we want students to learn. 2)How do we know when they have learned it? 3)What do we do if they haven't learned it? 4)What do we do when they know it?#oklaed

— Kyle Hilterbran (@KyleHilterbran) August 13, 2018

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Q6: We need to “own our teaching” as much as our students need to “own their learning.” How can we guide and/or motivate students to self-assess their learning and progress? #Oklaed
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— Tina Kirkpatrick (@Mrs_Kpat) August 13, 2018

A6 – I think we have to start by sharing the end goal with them. What does success look like for this assignment or unit. How will they know when it has been met. We have to be transparent in those things. #oklaed https://t.co/AQQwgQ9cT6

— Todd Gragg (@MrGragg) August 13, 2018

A6: I think we have to model self assessment. I often tell my kids, well that didn't work! What can I do to make it better? If they see I'm still learning and adjusting, hopefully they will feel they can too #oklaed

— Renee Bell (@Biobellrocks) August 13, 2018

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Q7: In order for learners to self-assess, they need to know what is considered proficient. How do you communicate the standards of proficiency to the learners? #Oklaed
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— Tina Kirkpatrick (@Mrs_Kpat) August 13, 2018

A7) I write the standards; I give them copies of the standards; I let them assess me on how I teach the standards. “What did you learn?” “What can I do better?” “How can you apply this to your life?” #oklaed https://t.co/Jt4lsAl3Oe

— Vicki Donley (@DonleyVicki) August 13, 2018

A7: Who determines what proficient really means? Jus’ sayin. Look for growth. #oklaed

— Steve Gilliland (@Stv_Gilliland) August 13, 2018

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Q8: We often have the same learners wanting to answer class discussion questions. How can we make sure all learners are involved in the learning process during class discussion? #Oklaed
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— Tina Kirkpatrick (@Mrs_Kpat) August 13, 2018

A8-I don't like to force S's to respond to questions. All your S's need to feel safe when they respond. Encourage them and actually listen to what they say. #oklaed https://t.co/aPxg9qSfUf

— Adam Rogers M.Ed. (@MrRogersTech) August 13, 2018

A8: I ask them to share answers to example probs with a neighbor. That way, everyone is talking to at least one person, and the less confident math Ss can have reassurance that they are correct, or they can see individually what went wrong.#OklaEd

— Angela Redman (@AngelaRedman) August 13, 2018

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Q9: Do you use the reciprocal teaching strategy? If so, what are your procedures or guidelines and how do you provide feedback? #Oklaed
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— Tina Kirkpatrick (@Mrs_Kpat) August 13, 2018

A9 so I had to google reciprocal teaching strategy. Umm… no not directly. I try not to set up power structures in my class. I even play the role of facilator, not teacher. #oklaED https://t.co/4GHDOzu2fY

— Becki Maldonado Senate 16 2018 (@teamsenbecki) August 13, 2018

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Q10: The jigsaw method can be used to extend learning beyond the surface to a deeper level of understanding. How have you used (or have seen) the jigsaw method for instruction? What were the guidelines, procedures, and/or products? #Oklaed
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— Tina Kirkpatrick (@Mrs_Kpat) August 13, 2018

A10: I've mostly seen this at PD, and it's been somewhat successful. But in class, it depends on the subject. If we're talking grammar rules, they can teach them pretty effectively once they get it. It's harder with an excerpt, though! #oklaed https://t.co/6oQUb0a732

— Debra Thoreson (@djthoreson) August 13, 2018

A10: I enjoy the Jigsaw method because it's important to have Ss work in cooperative groups. I love any strategy that allows Ss to learn new material from each other. Ss don't just work with one group, but a home group and expert group which allows for differentiation. #oklaed

— Kimberly Blodgett (@KimberBlodgett) August 13, 2018

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Q11: Do you have a favorite strategy? Feel free to share your resources, videos, or instructions. #Oklaed pic.twitter.com/Vp1F0xJZVe

— Tina Kirkpatrick (@Mrs_Kpat) August 13, 2018

A11- I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE design thinking! Check out @stanforddschool @k12lab!! You will not regret it! #oklaed https://t.co/Nyud9Lg0fd

— Shari Gateley (@ShariGateley) August 13, 2018

A11. *gets out notepad and steals all the ideas* #oklaed

— Lauren Peña (@lauren_pena16) August 13, 2018

Thank you for joining us tonight for another great #Oklaed chat! #Dontforgettovote pic.twitter.com/RLZQAL8hhC

— Tina Kirkpatrick (@Mrs_Kpat) August 13, 2018

Posting a few resources related to #Oklaed chat topic. John Hattie Learning Intentions & Success Criteria https://t.co/RPFiGgAxw2

— Tina Kirkpatrick (@Mrs_Kpat) August 13, 2018

Posting a few resources related to our #Oklaed chat topic tonight. John Hattie, Visible Learning. Pt 2: effective methods. https://t.co/O5OYhNSC2U

— Tina Kirkpatrick (@Mrs_Kpat) August 13, 2018

Posting a few resources related to our #Oklaed chat topic tonight. The Jigsaw Method, https://t.co/Y9DtUcyjXk

— Tina Kirkpatrick (@Mrs_Kpat) August 13, 2018

I adapt it to math as well. Have you heard of speed dating math? https://t.co/E5lZdhOHZr

— Tina Kirkpatrick (@Mrs_Kpat) August 13, 2018

Here is another fav! #Oklaed Fishbowl Activity, https://t.co/tA9dnVs2ry https://t.co/lmg3S1LsBV

— Tina Kirkpatrick (@Mrs_Kpat) August 13, 2018

Next week on the #oklaed chat

Steve Gilliland @stv_gilliland – Servant Leadership

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