https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef Gathering thoughts as we move through this book. en-us 2022-10-30 17:54:59 UTC 2025-11-24 12:17:37 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f33b.png https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2373971292 It was nice to have a framework for discussion. Allows you to narrow your focus of thinking/conversation.]]> 2022-11-07 23:16:28 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2373971292 n_l_tapia https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2373972030 It was difficult to identify the specifics of "purpose", we discussed different ways to interpret the prompts. Things have changed from when we started teaching vs what we are doing today (what/why we taught and also why we are still teaching)]]> 2022-11-07 23:17:24 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2373972030 n_l_tapia https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2373973137 Tori Moreland
Melissa Calderon
Shae Lander
Nikki Tapia]]> 2022-11-07 23:18:38 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2373973137 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2373973844 Becca Hammer
Kristine Stewart
Nicole Hardesty
Kari Sjursen]]> 2022-11-07 23:19:37 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2373973844 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2373982221 Patterns can break. If it doesn't break then it becomes a rule.

]]> 2022-11-07 23:29:05 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2373982221 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2373984253 2022-11-07 23:31:33 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2373984253 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2373986579 There can be fine line between a pattern and a rule
Allows for deeper thinking and reasoning about topics]]> 2022-11-07 23:34:28 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2373986579 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2373991417 Unanswered questions is "helping students grow comfortable with not knowing"]]> 2022-11-07 23:40:28 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2373991417 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2373995310 Good ones - "What came first" and predictions! ]]> 2022-11-07 23:45:10 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2373995310 n_m_hardesty https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2373996879 2022-11-07 23:47:06 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2373996879 n_l_tapia https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2374003187 Using social media/influencers to discuss the definition of trends and then relating to the academic world (adding it to PBLs); using in graphing for what is popular]]> 2022-11-07 23:54:19 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2374003187 n_m_hardesty https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2374003334 2022-11-07 23:54:27 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2374003334 n_l_tapia https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2374009121 Learning how to agree/disagree respectfully (especially in the under grades), and having a 360 perspective; using language frames to give them the academic language to appropriately respond without conflict. ]]> 2022-11-08 00:00:44 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2374009121 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2374009551 We like that you can start with something simple and build- doesn't need to be a touchy subject to start with. 

Great to use with GEM kids- encourages them to think about other sides.

Doesn't always have to be a tough topic.

Kristine- has a new book "Would you rather...Discussion topics"]]> 2022-11-08 00:01:15 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2374009551 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2374063465 It helped focus our conversation. It helped with speaking a common language and this helps understand and us relate to the questions.]]> 2022-11-08 00:49:12 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2374063465 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2374066795 Considering a story in ELA, when the pattern breaks is the time the story starts. This is an exciting concept. When you think about anything interesting that happens in life, it is when the pattern of everyday life is broken. ]]> 2022-11-08 00:52:02 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2374066795 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2374075761 This was not our favorite element. It seems to lend itself to science more readily than other subjects.  We also thought it would be interesting to ask students, "knowing the answer to this 'question' would benefit who?"

We also like the idea of the asking the kids about the number line. ]]> 2022-11-08 00:59:17 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2374075761 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2374084424 It would be interesting to talk with students about how trends tend to repeat themselves? Do they always repeat trends--especially in fashion?

Trends might have something to do with supply and demand. To stand out--To join in. 

In the classroom it would be interesting to have students report on academic growth.]]> 2022-11-08 01:06:19 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2374084424 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2374091546 This reminds us about Jr. Great Books when the teacher does not give opinions or lead discussions. 

This chpt. gave us a different way to think about ethics. It doesn't always have to be a heavy topic. 
Ethics makes a person pick a side and support their view. It also and conversation to be deeper. ]]> 2022-11-08 01:11:47 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2374091546 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2374092507 Patricia Bartley
Monica Baden
Lisa Johnson]]> 2022-11-08 01:12:27 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2374092507 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2400963983 The prompts help to focus my ideas! 

• 🏛 the columns as the big ideas make me see it as the foundation....
  • Teaching has transformed dramatically just in the last 13 years...

]]> 2022-11-28 21:57:21 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2400963983 f_j_flowerzitske https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2400969066 My students struggle so hard with unanswered questions. My 8th graders are overwhelmingly perfectionists this year and hate to not know and have to infer. It has been hard to teach a few to go with the flow and appreciate the inference. I have assigned 3 of them a puzzle (jigsaw) over the break to help tough through unknowns ]]> 2022-11-28 22:03:42 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2400969066 f_j_flowerzitske https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2400972637 Felicity Zitske]]> 2022-11-28 22:08:36 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2400972637 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2497138940 We really like the prompts and how they sparked different ideas and deep conversation with multiple perspectives. ]]> 2023-02-27 23:15:11 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2497138940 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2497140264 A good reflection on where we were and how we've evolved since starting. Our core reasons remain the same. Each prompt allowed for detailed conversation.]]> 2023-02-27 23:17:10 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2497140264 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2497141460 Prompts really help students think and process the information, as well as adults. 

Prompts also help students focus on the topic while formulating their answers. ]]> 2023-02-27 23:19:11 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2497141460 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2497149440 Patterns are everywhere; from Greek city states to math to science, we are surrounded by them. Patterns vs rules; the processes change but the rules never will. ]]> 2023-02-27 23:31:20 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2497149440 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2497150614 Patterns - Making connections with real life and building critical thinking skills. This helps make their understanding so much deeper. ]]> 2023-02-27 23:33:16 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2497150614 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2497152263 We discussed patterns vs. rules and how patterns break and that is a different perspective for some of us. We also discussed some SEL in patterns and comfort for kids.]]> 2023-02-27 23:35:21 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2497152263 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2497162320 A cool introduction activity of something that will be unanswered so they become comfortable with it...and help them work on their perfectionism tendencies. ]]> 2023-02-27 23:48:17 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2497162320 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2497162558 Unanswered questions - this can be intimidating especially when the student seeks a black or white answer or is used to always having the answer. ]]> 2023-02-27 23:48:40 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2497162558 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2521376821 Prompts focus thinking and the directions they take. This is helpful for students and teachers. It's so easy for creative minds to go down so many different avenues. The prompts bring everyone together. ]]> 2023-03-17 21:52:35 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2521376821 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2521386674 I love the idea of students connecting and finding patterns and also seeing that in the form as cycles as well. ]]> 2023-03-17 22:19:33 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2521386674 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2521387406 Often in the lesson, I'll ask, "What questions do you have?" There is sometimes a long pause. I love the idea of asking them to look for those unanswered questions at the beginning of a lesson and throughout. It makes them really look at the information they do have and find the gaps. ]]> 2023-03-17 22:21:39 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2521387406 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2521387954 I can see it being easier to practice finding trends in a social sense or math sense. I think I may try to apply this thinking in social studies.]]> 2023-03-17 22:23:23 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2521387954 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2521389591 I appreciate that the practice of ethics does not have to go too deep if not needed. I could see this as great practice for research and opinion writing. I could also see how ethics could be argued in connection with multiple perspectives. ]]> 2023-03-17 22:28:15 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2521389591 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2591983951 2023-05-15 23:07:43 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2591983951 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2591985685 2023-05-15 23:10:55 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2591985685 z_l_zache https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2642963762 The framework, specifically Big Idea, gives a structure and breathing room for discussion. As stated in the text, Big Ideas are meant to state something debatable - something with room for disagreement and learning. This room for discussion allows the learning to open up within the framework of a simple question. It is a statement of theme versus summary.]]> 2023-07-11 23:34:49 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2642963762 j_t_akins https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2642966117 2023-07-11 23:40:45 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2642966117 klleal1 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2642966750 Patterns can provide regularity, routines, and build confidence for students, especially youngers. Then then there's something unexpected, one can discuss the change and reason of the difference in the pattern. Music example: the music doesn't resolve and there's a modulation to the new key, a dissonance in the chords, or a theme&variation to the melody. ]]> 2023-07-11 23:42:23 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2642966750 z_l_zache https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2642972369 Patterns provide a feeling of security and understanding, but can also introduce conflict or apprehension when patterns are broken or unresolved. ]]> 2023-07-11 23:52:46 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2642972369 z_l_zache https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2642973411 Students are often looking for answers and need questions to have answers, but introducing questions that are unanswerable gives students room to discuss and disagree. From a historical context, the future outcome of present situations is an unanswered questions.]]> 2023-07-11 23:54:27 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2642973411 klleal1 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2642973808 Sometimes there's a struggle with not having an answer to an unanswered question, which causes the need for more research and developing even more unanswered questions.  Students can journal one answer they have and debate, then reflect and continue to think and grow. ]]> 2023-07-11 23:55:08 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2642973808 klleal1 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2642975444 I appreciate considering the "why" of the trend - the cause and effect of what is trending. In music, the trend of a certain genre or style of performance and the development of that genre compared previously. Looking at current performers and the ways they share their talent.]]> 2023-07-11 23:57:56 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2642975444 https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2647424564 Barbara Lewis-Partch
Eddy Walker
Kristina Dahlberg
Zachary Zache]]> 2023-07-18 23:21:35 UTC https://padlet.com/m_m_thelen1/8ymufl9639di7hef/wish/2647424564