tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2513016774463065023.comments2019-09-11T07:30:59.858-07:00Forward Into HistoryAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10084695620849799749noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2513016774463065023.post-41371673451429254362019-09-11T07:30:59.858-07:002019-09-11T07:30:59.858-07:00Thank you for this. We borrowed, adapted, and used...Thank you for this. We borrowed, adapted, and used it for our morning announcements at Henry Sibley High School.<br />Always Remember!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09739494809700238702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2513016774463065023.post-56511587039313579852012-01-26T15:10:28.779-08:002012-01-26T15:10:28.779-08:00We actually brought up these same points during ou...We actually brought up these same points during our 1:1 planning meeting today as topics we have to be able to discuss and solve.Michael Bachrodthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03846912380137751481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2513016774463065023.post-49938064783333826742011-11-06T20:02:18.419-08:002011-11-06T20:02:18.419-08:00When a school system only identifies giftedness by...When a school system only identifies giftedness by a MAP score, that's a problem. What about teacher input--the teacher who sees the child day after day? What does it say about a system that disregards that input in favor of a test score?<br />This is usually what happens when someone with a big comfy chair feels the need to justify decisions to higher-ups: They default to test scores.<br />We had a similar situation with our daughter. One year she had high test scores but her teacher only followed the test scores when giving recommendations. (I know.) The next year her test scores dropped off a little (yes, that previous teacher was a peach), but her current teacher gave her high recommendations. <br />In both years, she missed out on gifted placement but for completely opposite reasons each year.<br />And we're supposed to take these processes seriously?<br /><br />GaryAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2513016774463065023.post-11634397406480191212011-10-23T21:59:22.055-07:002011-10-23T21:59:22.055-07:00Interesting point. I'm glad you tied this idea...Interesting point. I'm glad you tied this idea to the classroom. As a parent of four I find myself dealing with different learners daily. At home, it's easier to allow them to learn in their own way. At school, it's more challenging. Your article reminds me that all learners are someone's child and deserve the respect of someone wanting the best for them - even if it's just a different path to the same destination.Bill Mannhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10850799191449603341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2513016774463065023.post-38691446299540242652011-10-23T18:17:27.361-07:002011-10-23T18:17:27.361-07:00Shawn- When I co-taught US History & did the E...Shawn- When I co-taught US History & did the ESL section, I did many projects/activities instead of lectures. It helped my students learn so much...it made all my classes better and enjoyable. Excellent reflection- A great reminder for myself and others content teachers to let the students learn through activities. (I need to remind myself of this every time I get a new prep).Heather Kilgallonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11960320957640603268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2513016774463065023.post-24491851623206817262011-10-16T12:42:20.417-07:002011-10-16T12:42:20.417-07:00as a post script, i have overcome the problem of n...as a post script, i have overcome the problem of not being able to upload word or PPT docs by converting them to a PDF file before uploading them to Evernote. Now rather than word and PPT files can be added but must be opened to be viewed. When saved as a PDF you gain the ability to view the file within the note and scroll through all of the pages without having to exit to another program. This works great with conference materials as well.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10084695620849799749noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2513016774463065023.post-48066294087765000652011-10-09T12:18:10.353-07:002011-10-09T12:18:10.353-07:00Very interesting ideas. Have you had a chance to ...Very interesting ideas. Have you had a chance to check out Paul Blogush? He had a very similar thought at:<br />http://blogush.edublogs.org/2011/07/05/i-wonder-2/<br /><br />Thanks!John Padulahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05163978848723885019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2513016774463065023.post-89355045506492400312011-10-09T12:16:44.265-07:002011-10-09T12:16:44.265-07:00I was totally blown away by the idea of OfficSync....I was totally blown away by the idea of OfficSync. That will save me so much time when I have to get other teachers' input/updates on a meeting agenda or to-do list! <br /><br />I've installed Evernote, but it seems like a giant toolbox! Now that it's 2 months later, could you give me some more concrete ways that this is helpful to you?<br /><br />Thanks (@PadulaJohn)John Padulahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05163978848723885019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2513016774463065023.post-38180264493664147732011-09-22T12:12:53.660-07:002011-09-22T12:12:53.660-07:00This year. A group or people started giving out hu...This year. A group or people started giving out hugs with their smiley faces. The idea spread to the point where it was visible everywhere for a day. It never fails.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10084695620849799749noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2513016774463065023.post-3180681612881778922011-07-29T20:25:09.401-07:002011-07-29T20:25:09.401-07:00love the concept of a "mullet leg warmer"...love the concept of a "mullet leg warmer" lesson. Sometimes it's the ones we thought were great for so many years that are the ones that really need the most change...<br /><br />About a year ago I ditched my "why history" lesson for a "what is the truth?" lesson on POV and perspective and its role in history. Love that lesson but will keep tweaking it to keep it current and make sure it actually teaches the skills I hope to address. Thank's for the reminder.Medwidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06766296404341331240noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2513016774463065023.post-92134885891282127292011-07-29T17:03:28.262-07:002011-07-29T17:03:28.262-07:00Thanks for bringing this up. I feel that the perc...Thanks for bringing this up. I feel that the perceptions with laypeople is that teachers build a catalog of lessons over the first few years and then just hit "repeat all". I am constantly rewriting, tweaking, and tossing lessons. The most recent was one I loved from LOC about "mindwalking" as an explanation of "what history is". I guess I had the same problem as you describe: what skill is it teaching? <br /><br />A better question might be: how to help someone toss out their favorite lessons? For some it may take an intervention.<br /><br />Thanks.Matthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16502905797315755332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2513016774463065023.post-46334727484455992632011-07-29T05:40:45.991-07:002011-07-29T05:40:45.991-07:00Very interesting post! I have always wanted to ha...Very interesting post! I have always wanted to have a "Why History?" Lesson. Did you really need to throw it out or do you think you could have tweaked it? What skills could you have taught with that lesson? <br /><br />I'm just trying to think about my classroom and if I might have to do the same based on the points you brought up. Oh and by the way, the mullet is still very alive here is parts of Georgia...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2513016774463065023.post-71470857747137092292011-05-19T03:01:38.983-07:002011-05-19T03:01:38.983-07:00I completely agree. We project a lot onto the kids...I completely agree. We project a lot onto the kids in our classrooms. I just joined Twitter and #sschat about six weeks ago, but I am so energized by my virtual colleagues and the resources they have introduced me to that I am truly sad my classes will end next week.<br /><br />Summer is great and will bring renewal, but going into it with a healthy energy is so much better than dragging oneself to the finish line.<br /><br />I am always saddened by teachers counting the days until the end of school. Thanks for articulating what I have been feeling.Mollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11865156582313547698noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2513016774463065023.post-65087166796067004042011-05-02T00:05:28.578-07:002011-05-02T00:05:28.578-07:00I cannot wait to hear how your Monday lessons go w...I cannot wait to hear how your Monday lessons go with your students. I am still waiting for my online History students to begin chiming in to the Discussion Board forum I created in my course and to get their reactions to the videos I posted of GW Bush immediately following 9.11 and tonight's speech by Obama following the death of Bin Laden. I have just recently begun to "do" the Twitter thing as a PLN, and find myself glued to Twitter way too many hours each day. I am giddy over all of the new info I have gained and the fabulous educators I have connected with thanks to Twitter, #sschat and #edchat. <br />Have a blessing filled week.<br /> @chanselor (Shannon)shannonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13746252538034006785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2513016774463065023.post-61489601768431721052011-04-20T03:42:46.219-07:002011-04-20T03:42:46.219-07:00Amen. Recommended reading: Daniel Pink's Dri...Amen. Recommended reading: Daniel Pink's Drive: The Surprising Truth about What Motivates Us.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2513016774463065023.post-28165756645057753752011-04-19T21:01:06.305-07:002011-04-19T21:01:06.305-07:00I agree that teachers need to be proactive in thei...I agree that teachers need to be proactive in their own development. If you wait for others to tell you what to do and how to do it, chances are, you will be unfulfilled professionally. Great post, Shawn.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2513016774463065023.post-3936092368343489932011-04-10T13:07:16.265-07:002011-04-10T13:07:16.265-07:00" I find that in writing I gain clarity from ..." I find that in writing I gain clarity from putting my thoughts on paper that I can’t get any other way." that is so well said! I could not agree more. I go back and forth about blogging about my life- education, running and stuff I want to share. I feel writing is such a powerful tool. <br /><br />I like the idea of sharing as much as you take- definitley making me think. Nice job Twitter Buddy! <br />Heather (irishteach)Heather Kilgallonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11960320957640603268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2513016774463065023.post-54576582276366382692011-04-10T09:51:53.831-07:002011-04-10T09:51:53.831-07:00Well said Shawn! You have touched upon why a lot o...Well said Shawn! You have touched upon why a lot of educators are on Twitter. We share a passion for teaching and we want the best for our students and their future. <br /><br />Finding the time to write and make it public is taxing but in the long run very rewarding. <br /><br />Thanks for sharing with me on a daily basis. You, sir, have made me a better teacher.Ron Peckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09119795934696383305noreply@blogger.com