Reflection Activity by https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq What was your biggest take away from the article? en-us 2016-07-16 17:56:55 UTC 2016-07-22 14:08:32 UTC hello@padlet.com Planning shouldn't focus only on teaching - remember learning too. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817802 2016-07-22 14:00:23 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817802 We all have the same goal in mind. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817803 2016-07-22 14:00:23 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817803 It is important to create a common assessment to standardize the students' development. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817804 2016-07-22 14:00:35 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817804 Team planning needs to focus on learning as opposed to focusing on the teaching. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817814 2016-07-22 14:00:53 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817814 I love that Fayetteville schools provides the opportunity to have PLC's.  https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817838 2016-07-22 14:01:44 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817838 the real success of PLC is not just discussing what we each do individually, but each of us becoming better at what we do https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817840 2016-07-22 14:01:46 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817840 A professional learning team takes collective responsibility for student performance. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817841 2016-07-22 14:01:49 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817841 https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817844 We must work together as partners making sure we are differentiating appropriately for ALL students. ]]> 2016-07-22 14:01:51 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817844 It's encouraging to know that in this sometimes overwhelming profession, I will be a part of a team that will both help me and hold me accountable to make sure I am doing what is best for kids always.  https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817849 2016-07-22 14:01:58 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817849 Learn from others but always make it your own. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817850 2016-07-22 14:02:01 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817850 Must move beyond just sharing teaching ideas, must be results and student success driven. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817857 2016-07-22 14:02:15 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817857 Collaborate with your PLC to determine what "mastery" looks like in your general ed classes. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817863 2016-07-22 14:02:30 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817863 Administrators must also be focused on data they are able to collect about teachers, students, parents, etc. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817864 2016-07-22 14:02:33 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817864 One of the most critical shifts is moving the focus from what is being taught to what is being learned (#5 https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817867 2016-07-22 14:02:37 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817867 Teachers should plan together to take advantage of the knowledge of other teachers. This also allows everyone to be on the same page on what is being taught and to help shoulder the load.  https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817870

]]> 2016-07-22 14:02:40 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817870 It is called a community for a reason. These should be groups where teachers and administrators work together and feel comfortable sharing, reflecting, and challenging one another. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817871 2016-07-22 14:02:42 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817871 Pay attention because the teams attention can remain centered on teaching rather than learning. Our shift needs to be on learning how to teach our students and designing assessments for them.  stormey_morton https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817873 2016-07-22 14:02:43 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817873 Co https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817880 2016-07-22 14:02:47 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817880 Finding common assessments forces teachers to focus on the importance of student learning; what things need to be learned and taught as well as how we know these things are learned or not learned by each student. Then finding a solution to the success or failure of the students.  https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817882 2016-07-22 14:02:48 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817882 The importance of asking that vital stage 7 question as we reflect on teaching... https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817895
"Which practices are most effective with our students?]]> 2016-07-22 14:03:08 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817895 https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817899 PLCs need to be a safe environment for all participants.  The focus should be on student achievement and that means that teachers will have to try new methods and be very reflective about their practices.]]> 2016-07-22 14:03:10 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817899 “Are your students learning what you want them to learn? How do you know?” https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817914 2016-07-22 14:03:31 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817914 Teachers in learning teams need to move past just sharing instructional practices to focus on results https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817918 2016-07-22 14:03:37 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817918 They key to productive and successful PLCs is a team that has a positive relationship. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817922 2016-07-22 14:03:46 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817922 PLC is a process that requires all participants to be aware of a common purpose and share all ideas. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817926 2016-07-22 14:03:52 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817926 Reflecting on instruction is extremely important.  Teachers can improve on their teaching by analyzing what works and what does not work for them and their students. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817928 2016-07-22 14:03:53 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817928 There needs to be a switch from focusing on the teaching component to the learning that students undergo, by emphasizing teacher collaboration and reflection in order to differentiate instruction and accommodate every learner. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817933 2016-07-22 14:03:57 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817933 Having a well developed thought out plan of action for what you want for you students and how you plan on teaching them, assessing them, and reflecting on what they have learned is really important to becoming a great teacher.  https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817934 2016-07-22 14:03:58 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817934 Reflection as a part of team planning is an important part of teachers improving in their teaching practices because of learning from each other. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817940 2016-07-22 14:03:59 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817940 Data should be focused on improving outcomes, NOT judging https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817945 2016-07-22 14:04:06 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817945 Filling the Time.  Having purposeful meetings with intention.  Knowing everyone's role and the administrations expectations and direction of our meetings.   ashley_traynham1 https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817946 2016-07-22 14:04:07 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817946 Collaborating and reflecting with my team will lead to more effective instruction.  https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817951 2016-07-22 14:04:12 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817951 Teachers working together to find best practices to increase student achievement. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817968 2016-07-22 14:04:18 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817968 The real work of learning teams is reflection resulting in teacher learning and improved instruction. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817970 2016-07-22 14:04:19 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817970 Committment to PLC begins with confident transparent leadership willing to buck tradition.  https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817972 2016-07-22 14:04:19 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817972 Often times teachers take assessments results personally. First, the person needs to be separate from the practice. Then, assessment results can be analyzed to see what practices work best.  missymgreen https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817979 2016-07-22 14:04:23 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817979 https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817980  "The path to building learning communities may be difficult, but students will benefit from the process"]]> 2016-07-22 14:04:24 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817980  Separating the person from the practice is an essential first step for teams examining results. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817992 2016-07-22 14:04:30 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116817992 I did not necessarily have a take away from the article, but more of a reminder that your team (grade level/coworkers) are what will allow your students to succeed because collaboration and teamwork are key to having a continuous learning environment.  https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818008 2016-07-22 14:04:39 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818008 Sharing personal practices makes teaching transparent, and it beneficial to the instructional team.  lilly_brady https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818025 2016-07-22 14:04:47 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818025 The ultimate purpose is for growth of all our students and team members through new practices and learning https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818044 2016-07-22 14:04:54 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818044 Which practices are most effective for our students?  It is important to reflect on your teaching to improve your instruction. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818047 2016-07-22 14:04:55 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818047 Using common assessments to reflect on student learning. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818052 2016-07-22 14:04:56 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818052 Professional learning teams progressed from a focus on teaching to a focus on the learning. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818057 2016-07-22 14:04:58 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818057 You need to ask questions of yourself and your team throughout the process https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818072 2016-07-22 14:05:03 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818072 Reflection resulting in improved instruction and teacher learning is essential. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818073 2016-07-22 14:05:04 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818073 https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818082 Teacher learning is key. 

]]> 2016-07-22 14:05:08 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818082 Understanding the difference between teaching and learning https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818088 2016-07-22 14:05:11 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818088 https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818101  Move beyond shared planning to analysis of results...

]]> 2016-07-22 14:05:15 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818101 When developing common assessments, think about which is more important: being able to get the right answer or being able to explain your work? https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818102 2016-07-22 14:05:15 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818102 Separate the person from the practice. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818107 2016-07-22 14:05:17 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818107 Being able to focus on learning, instead of just on teaching. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818120 2016-07-22 14:05:24 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818120 Analyzing student learning leads to effective instruction. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818126


]]> 2016-07-22 14:05:24 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818126 PLCs should be committed to enhancing student learning through collaboration and sharing of strategies that have proven (through data) effective for student growth. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818142 2016-07-22 14:05:29 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818142 Understanding that shared planning needs to move forward to looking at student achievement data; so we can look at our students  mastery scores.  https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818246 We are a team of collaboration!]]> 2016-07-22 14:06:14 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818246 https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818259 Teachers develop new awareness and become more effective through intensive and thorough
 team work.]]> 2016-07-22 14:06:23 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818259 School leaders are to provide safe environments in which common assessments are discussed and model approaches to data. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818285 2016-07-22 14:06:34 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818285 Defining what we need to do is important https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818291 2016-07-22 14:06:36 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818291 https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818351 Making the jump to a true functioning Plc takes time and commitment, but is doable with a group of committed faculty... Together they can navigate the stages for continuous professional growth]]> 2016-07-22 14:07:07 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818351 Clear guidelines https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818385 for learning teams
and teachers helps focus what we need to do]]> 2016-07-22 14:07:29 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818385 Collaboration is  KEY! Teachers must feel comfortable having courageous conversations about their student data. dondi_frisinger https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818394 2016-07-22 14:07:35 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818394 Teachers may come across challenges but they need to remember that they are here for their students. https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818438 2016-07-22 14:08:17 UTC https://padlet.com/steven_weber1/aj1ot4nm44sq/wish/116818438