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Inspired to create more lessons where students direct their learning.  What do they want to learn?

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He had some points which made me feel validated in the classroom and also, at times overwhelmed with the number of tools that are out there that I don't know about.
I look forward to exploring and using some to open up the educational world to my students and parents in their own time and space.

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Gini talked about when it was appropriate to use one language over another.  Rather than an either/or,  she talked in terms of WHEN, WHY, and HOW we use languages and there are times when students should use their first language--for clarification/definition and when emotions are involved, for example--and considering that students' deepest thinking may well be in their first language.  Interesting ideas for our ongoing conversations!

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I am really thankful for this experience!

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I learned so much about diverse ELL practices, had access to rich material and opportunities to reflect on my practices in Virginia Rojas's sessions. I am deeply thankful for all that!

Alan brought many rich insights and possibilities to take the best out of technology for educational purposes. Loved it!

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Continue to ask kids what they think more than we do. Ask them when there is a chance for us to learn from the feedback.

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Alan November - Deep Dive Conquering the Web

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Alan November - Deep Dive Conquering the Web

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The tools to help us evaluate web sites and analyze their content was a great refresher. He shared some useful tools with us, such as wolframalpha.com

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I was so impressed with the level of commitment, passion and engagement of the students presenting their ideas and visions for a better future. An amazing learning experience which I am sure touched them deeply. I was so proud of these young entrepreneurs!

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Students talked about different levels of stress and reflected about different causes that could be increasing it. It was interesting to see their different needs and how some of them feel that a good relationship with the teacher (and empathy) can help them deal with it.

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It's important to take time on a daily basis to check in with your kids, whether it's a 1-5 How are you doing. One person shared giving a high five to every kid as they came in, and if the student needs the teacher to know something to give a squeeze.  The teacher will find a way to get back to this student and, in the mean time, knows to be aware of the student's needs. This is a safe (and private) way to reach out to the teacher.

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I learned about Prism. I will add this to my digital repetoire.

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This project affirmed the power of encouraging and guiding students to pursue their areas of interest.

I was amazed by the depth of their questions, the power of their ideas, and the joy that came as they created a vision for their futures.

Equally impressive was the bilingualism our students displayed...They were able to interact at a sophisticated level in both English and Portuguese, switching quickly and easily between them....amazing evidence of the power of this school...mostly 9th graders too who are using language this way.

All of it made me proud to be a part of Graded.

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Students discussed how some implementation of technology is unengaging and therefore defeats the purpose. I want to use technology to play to the assets of my class and use more sites/apps to keep the focus on collaboration and connection.

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Add more positive specific feedback for students. They respond to it and it increases their interest and motivation.

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Jing - Screen capture / video feedback
Prism - student response to text
Quizziz - Like Kahoot
Viziea - transform ANY YouTube video into a video with questions/responses
One Tab - minimizes all those tabs

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My Journalism students and I will learn how to search for information effectively, and determine the truth of sources and think critically about what they see online. They'll help me test out methods and design a document to teach other students.

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Always great to listen to the students point of view on a variety of topics, from assessments to technology in the classroom. Working together with the students to overcome a number of concerns in their daily life!

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Look to start adding lessons about self-management into advisory. Also start looking at efficacy with the students.