https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink Review each group's hexagonal thinking approach and provide feedback in the form of 1 question and 1 comment for each group. en-us 2020-11-18 19:38:54 UTC 2024-06-17 19:20:21 UTC hello@padlet.com heathermarie_dvorak https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/938584489 2020-11-18 19:48:38 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/938584489 heathermarie_dvorak https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/938605141 2020-11-18 19:52:54 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/938605141 heathermarie_dvorak https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/938618548 2020-11-18 19:55:58 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/938618548 heathermarie_dvorak https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/938624819 2020-11-18 19:57:23 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/938624819 heathermarie_dvorak https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/938632695 2020-11-18 19:59:01 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/938632695 heathermarie_dvorak https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/938637981 2020-11-18 20:00:13 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/938637981 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939017824 While I agree that it's critical for schools to nurture their students, do you think it's impossible that individual teachers can make their classrooms comforting or inviting, even if the school environment lacks that sense of nurturing?]]> 2020-11-18 21:47:41 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939017824 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939018742 I never thought about connecting multiple learning approaches with effective use of instruction time. I think that you're right. Students may be more productive in a time frame if they are offered a learning approach that they are comfortable with. ]]> 2020-11-18 21:48:01 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939018742 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939020000 I like how you thought about the importance of a middle school transition programming addressing the mental health needs of students, rather than just addressing the differences that exist between middle school and elementary school and adjusting to the new work load/school day structure.]]> 2020-11-18 21:48:27 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939020000 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939020791 I would not have thought to connect health and wellness to the transitioning to middle school, and yet, particularly how you described this connection, it makes so much sense. Helping middle schoolers have a healthy and well transition period is crucial.]]> 2020-11-18 21:48:45 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939020791 valeriecirisano https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939021030 Hi All! I think you provided a great thinking square! How can you make sure the transition to middle school is a year long process?]]> 2020-11-18 21:48:50 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939021030 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939021349 I really think that your explanations and reasoning are very well organized in a nice sequential order. ]]> 2020-11-18 21:48:58 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939021349 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939022046 I thought is was interesting how you connected the transition to middle school with mental health. I think this is a crucial topic to overlook since the mental health status of a student can really affect their learning. ]]> 2020-11-18 21:49:12 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939022046 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939022290 I like how you connected school environment to active learning. I think having a safe and welcoming space is important for students when participating in activities. I also think you could have connected creating a conformable classroom here as well]]> 2020-11-18 21:49:17 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939022290 valeriecirisano https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939022496 Hi All! I think it was]]> 2020-11-18 21:49:22 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939022496 nashratelias https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939022638 I appreciate that there is almost a sequence/order to your approach. It begins with transitioning and culminates gradually into varied assessment.  How might the two be combined in the middle school classroom?]]> 2020-11-18 21:49:25 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939022638 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939022736 I agree that transitioning to middle school should not only be focused on through bridge programs or orientations; it's critical that teachers are mindful of the difficult transition into middle school within the classroom, not just on the first day or first week, but during the entire first year of middle school. ]]> 2020-11-18 21:49:28 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939022736 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939023377 I agree that creating a comfortable environment is one of the most important aspects of any classroom and that the social and emotional needs of students need to be taken into account. ]]> 2020-11-18 21:49:43 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939023377 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939025061 2020-11-18 21:50:18 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939025061 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939025245 What are some specific examples of fostering care for all students that you would say come to mind?]]> 2020-11-18 21:50:20 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939025245 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939026133 I really liked how you connected multiple learning approaches with having a challenging curriculum and an effective use of instruction time. It is so important for us to constantly reflect on our strategies that we use in order to reach all of our students with a curriculum that will push them.]]> 2020-11-18 21:50:31 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939026133 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939026309 Connection 5 is crucial in classrooms because without creating an environment where students are not afraid to express themselves, the students will not learn as effectively as they would if a positive class environment was formed.]]> 2020-11-18 21:50:35 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939026309 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939026524 2020-11-18 21:50:40 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939026524 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939026676 I appreciated how comprehensive   your "School Environment" pentagon is. All others adjacent to it are major factors that contribute to the development of a positive learning space  especially involving family as this promotes academic motivation even outside of the classroom.]]> 2020-11-18 21:50:44 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939026676 valeriecirisano https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939027378 I think its interesting that we put very similar pentagons for all steps!

]]> 2020-11-18 21:50:59 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939027378 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939027724 2020-11-18 21:51:07 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939027724 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939027726 What are some examples of assessments you would use to assess problem based learning?]]> 2020-11-18 21:51:07 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939027726 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939028650 I agree that prioritizing classroom management is vital. You cannot do anything unless the students are under control and they know the structure of your class. ]]> 2020-11-18 21:51:23 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939028650 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939029018 I agree that Creating a Comfortable Classroom is the most important and that Community & Business Partnerships aren't as necessary.]]> 2020-11-18 21:51:31 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939029018 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939029521 I really liked how you referred to teachers as adult advocates, because that's exactly what we are! We must advocate for our students' needs, and the connections you have made really embody what our responsibilities are, and how our actions affect our students. ]]> 2020-11-18 21:51:43 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939029521 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939029837 How would you foster a safe and supportive classroom environment?]]> 2020-11-18 21:51:50 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939029837 valeriecirisano https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939029846 I think it was very important that you included multiple learning approaches and active learning! These are two important factors in the middle school setting]]> 2020-11-18 21:51:50 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939029846 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939030433 I find your connection to classroom management and creating a comfortable classroom setting interesting. I was thinking about them as going hand in hand because in my mind without proper classroom management the classroom environment cannot be made comfortable for all, but hearing your perspective was interesting too.]]> 2020-11-18 21:52:04 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939030433 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939030825 What are some examples of multiple learning approaches, and how do they guarantee time management if there are more than one?]]> 2020-11-18 21:52:10 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939030825 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939031370 I like what you wrote for connection #5. I think creating a comfortable classroom and school environment go hand in hand. I like how you said "all actions taken by school staff are based on school environment" ]]> 2020-11-18 21:52:22 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939031370 nashratelias https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939032071 Do you find that maybe making connections to the community can start small, for example, in the classroom, or even relative to it? I'm intrigued to hear more about the idea of access to that!]]> 2020-11-18 21:52:37 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939032071 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939033231 I liked the way your group aligned the pentagons. I also enjoyed you mentioned about teachers modeling passion. This is really important to incorporate into the classroom. I feel that when the teacher seems excited and compassionate about teaching, the students enjoy learning more.]]> 2020-11-18 21:53:04 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939033231 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939033829 Hi! 

I really liked that your number 1 connection was Transition to Middle School and Mental Health. I personally had to look back to my groups padlet to check if we had even included mental health, which we explicitly had not. So my question would be how would you be sure to include aspects of mental health awareness in this transition? Overall, I really liked that your group connected varied assessments to PBL because these two concepts are great ways to broaden one's teaching style. ]]> 2020-11-18 21:53:17 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939033829 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939033993 I agree that curriculum should be challenging but not overbearing, as that usually leads to a lack of learning rather than an increase in learning. Connecting learning to the real world also creates a greater sense of academic purpose, which I fully support.]]> 2020-11-18 21:53:22 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939033993 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939034172 I agree with you that creating a comfortable classroom environment is essential for student success. How can we make the classroom environment welcoming for students?]]> 2020-11-18 21:53:26 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939034172 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939034300 I found that a lot of the connections you made reflected conversations my group had during this activity as well. We also discussed the relationship between problem based learning and effective teaching and time management, as well as the connection between varied learning activities and multiple learning assessments. ]]> 2020-11-18 21:53:29 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939034300 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939034324 I think that it is essential for teachers to successfully manage their classrooms throughout the year. Teachers need to be consistent throughout the school year.]]> 2020-11-18 21:53:29 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939034324 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939034434 I like the point you made on Classroom Management setting the basis of how a student's learning will go, and that can relate to Creating a Comfortable Classroom.]]> 2020-11-18 21:53:32 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939034434 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939034452 I agree that project based learning is a key aspect in allowing students to connect what they've learned in the classroom to the real world because it allows them to think outside of the box.]]> 2020-11-18 21:53:32 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939034452 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939035186 My group similarly prioritized a comfortable classroom environment for the same reason. I think students are much more inclined to be engaged if they feel safe and welcomed.]]> 2020-11-18 21:53:49 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939035186 nashratelias https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939037883 How might an afterschool program and the transition to middle school be intertwined? I would love to read more about the relationship and commonalities they share.]]> 2020-11-18 21:54:54 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939037883 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939038954 I found how you actually arranged your pentagons to be very interesting. The visual made it easy to see your group's thought process of how the different factors all tied into creating a safe and welcoming school environment and the importance of this aspect of school.]]> 2020-11-18 21:55:18 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939038954 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939039228 I like how you had Modeling Passion before Problem Based Learning. That transition allows students to focus on what their passionate about and then relate it to what they are learning through PBL]]> 2020-11-18 21:55:24 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939039228 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939039649 I found your 5th connection to be really interesting. I've usually only thought of involving the family as a tool for SEL, but your connection to varied learning assignments makes a lot of sense!]]> 2020-11-18 21:55:33 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939039649 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939039656 Do you think an increased sense of family involvement or community involvement affects student independence, or strengthens community support? No wrong answer.]]> 2020-11-18 21:55:33 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939039656 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939040039 I am intrigued by the way the pentagons were aligned, very creative! I appreciate how you say that teachers must not only care about the content area, but they must advocate for student's well being, which is extremely important.]]> 2020-11-18 21:55:42 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939040039 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939040045 I agree when you explained that teachers need to be responsive to the different learning styles of their students!]]> 2020-11-18 21:55:42 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939040045 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939041123 I agree, as well, that classroom management is extremely important. During your group discussion, what other topics did you categorize with running a classroom? Did they include the importance of making the environment welcoming, or letting students know teacher expectations?]]> 2020-11-18 21:56:08 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939041123 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939041161 I really like how you organized your pentagons and I really like how you included classroom management and creating a comfortable environment for students. How would you create a comfortable and safe environment for students?]]> 2020-11-18 21:56:09 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939041161 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939041551 I think it was interesting that you put Adult Advocates on your list as I didn't think much of it. However, I like the point you made on having these older mentors as good influences on the students.]]> 2020-11-18 21:56:17 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939041551 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939041829 I feel like the connection you made between family involvement and community and business involvement is a solid connection, and as you explained, it is one that makes sense given the involvement of non-student, non-teacher, non-administrator forces into the school environment.]]> 2020-11-18 21:56:23 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939041829 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939043392 When discussing the lack of community that students have access to, wouldn't it be even more important that students feel a sense of belonging in their school environment? 

]]> 2020-11-18 21:56:59 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939043392 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939043423 I really liked that you connected organizational structures to businesses as this collaboration generates many opportunities for students and the community. What ways would you say are now possible for students to connect with businesses in the virtual world? ]]> 2020-11-18 21:57:00 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939043423 nashratelias https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939043481 We also felt that family involvement and business partnerships are deeply connected to one another! I also find it interesting that problem-based learning and challenging curriculum are separated; it is important to see how they are both related as well as discrete.]]> 2020-11-18 21:57:01 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939043481 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939043813 Your response that active learning should be included is very true. I wonder how we can incorporate this during remote learning and if it will be more difficult. ]]> 2020-11-18 21:57:09 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939043813 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939044720 Transitioning is absolutely one of the most important factors. If a student does not feel welcomed, they will not learn. I love your statement on being open to all kinds of learners.]]> 2020-11-18 21:57:30 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939044720 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939045143 How would you ensure all students feel safe in the classroom?

]]> 2020-11-18 21:57:41 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939045143 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939045312 Like you said , not every school has the means to make community connections. How would you incorporate the community into your classroom if you did not have the means to go out into community with students? ]]> 2020-11-18 21:57:44 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939045312 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939045578 I like how you connected health and wellness to creating a comfortable classroom. Students should feel comfortable in all their classes which reduces their anxiety and uncertainty about the class]]> 2020-11-18 21:57:51 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939045578 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939045882 I find it interesting That my group also had differentiated modes of instruction and assessment as our second top priority and safe environment as the top priority. Without a safe environment it would be very hard to teach effectively and without different assessment types it would be very hard to effectively teach each different student.]]> 2020-11-18 21:57:58 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939045882 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939046944 I think that you make a great point when you say that we need to be aware of what our students are going through and know them in order to be an effective advocate]]> 2020-11-18 21:58:24 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939046944 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939047068 I believe that creating a comfortable class environment and school environment go well together because this sets the mood and tone for the students for their school year.]]> 2020-11-18 21:58:27 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939047068 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939047133 How would you promote family and community engagement within your classrooms? ]]> 2020-11-18 21:58:28 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939047133 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939047251 I agree that a Challenging Curriculum can be difficult for students, and I like how you said it is more important to create student-centered lessons, like using PBL.]]> 2020-11-18 21:58:32 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939047251 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939047255 The balance your group has tried to find with creating a challenging curriculum, but one that students will still enjoy and not feel overwhelmed by, is a balance that more classrooms could seriously stand to learn from, very well done.]]> 2020-11-18 21:58:32 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939047255 nashratelias https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939048754 #4 is such a thoughtful and interesting choice, one I hadn't necessarily thought about! Additionally I truly find that a challenging curriculum to multiple learning approaches given the adequate support is a wonderful way to differentiate and personalize all learning.]]> 2020-11-18 21:59:06 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939048754 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939048780 I agree with your 4th connection, it should be one of the main priorities of teachers to accommodate all learners through varied assessments and multiple approaches to learning. Teaching is not a 'one size fits all.']]> 2020-11-18 21:59:07 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939048780 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939050808 I also feel that creating a comfortable classroom environment and school environment are the highest priority. When there is a comfortable environment, students will be more inclined to learn.]]> 2020-11-18 21:59:56 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939050808 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939051068 I agree that classroom management is really important, but I wonder what category would modeling passion fall under in this classroom? I did really like that family involvement was included as in the interview responses I read, children really liked when their families showed concern or were involved in their learning. ]]> 2020-11-18 22:00:02 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939051068 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939051723 I agree that family involvement is crucial with transition to middle school so they can provide the appropriate support to their children from home to be ready to come into the middle school]]> 2020-11-18 22:00:16 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939051723 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939051833 I agree that creating a comforting classroom and school environment are extremely important. I noticed that you connected "family involvement" to this. How can schools get family members involved in the school community? ]]> 2020-11-18 22:00:18 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939051833 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939051860 How would you incorporate the transition to middle school into the classroom? ]]> 2020-11-18 22:00:19 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939051860 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939051861 I like what you said about making the connection about classroom management. It is important to not only focus on the rules and regulations. ]]> 2020-11-18 22:00:19 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939051861 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939052082 I appreciate that you connected challenging curriculum to multiple teaching approaches. It is important to differentiate instruction for students who may not understand topics the first time they are explained.]]> 2020-11-18 22:00:23 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939052082 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939052091 I found your reasoning for the importance of family involvement to be very interesting. I often think of family involvement being important because family can help a student understand by explaining topics in different ways or offering different perspectives. However your point that family involvement can help extend a student's education beyond the classroom and make connections with the world outside school is also very important.]]> 2020-11-18 22:00:23 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939052091 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939055124 I think you make a good point on how active and problem based learning can be used in the classroom to create a challenging curriculum. ]]> 2020-11-18 22:01:37 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939055124 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939055373 I like how connection #5 includes family involvement. As you mentioned, the families of students are an important resource to their success. It is important to involve them when necessary to be able to better connect with students]]> 2020-11-18 22:01:43 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939055373 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939055996 I think that you explained connection 5 very well, and I agree with you that it is probably the most important factor.]]> 2020-11-18 22:01:59 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939055996 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939057991 I agree that adult advocate should be connected to health and wellness so they can inform students on how to address and handle certain situations.]]> 2020-11-18 22:02:49 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939057991 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939058167 I think you make a good point on how problem based learning can be used in the classroom as another form of assessment. ]]> 2020-11-18 22:02:53 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939058167 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939059191 How can we most efficiently test out differentiated learning approaches with limited time?]]> 2020-11-18 22:03:20 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939059191 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939059742 First off your pentagons are so cool! I really liked that number 5 was school environment as I felt that this involves a small portion of all of of the other pentagons. But, I wonder how you would address the advocacy of oneself as a student and how adults can advocate for them as sometimes the desired message is not shared accurately? ]]> 2020-11-18 22:03:33 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939059742 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939060235 I completely agree that different assessments and PBL is an important connection. What types of assessments could this encompass? Also, what other topics do you think connect with PBL, possibly interacting with community members?]]> 2020-11-18 22:03:46 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939060235 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939062158 I like how you connected problem based learning to an effective use of instruction. The problem based learning approach is very important and gets the students have a hands on approach to certain topics.]]> 2020-11-18 22:04:31 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939062158 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939064839 I like how you explained connection 3. PBL is so important because it pushes our students to think of tasks in different ways]]> 2020-11-18 22:05:35 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939064839 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939065862 I agree with the placement of family involvement. I think that a lot of parents don't realize how important they are to their children's academic capacities, but if teachers really stress that, they might be more inclined to be actively engaged. ]]> 2020-11-18 22:06:02 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/939065862 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/1008508458 I so love and appreciate what you said about a comfortable environment. I've said it so many times, but if a child isn't comfortable, they won't learn 

]]> 2020-12-11 00:59:24 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/1008508458 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/1008532264 I completely agree with what you said in your explanation about communities. Not every school has a community that is willing to connect to the kids. It's unfortunate, like you said.

]]> 2020-12-11 01:10:37 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/1008532264 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/1008537557 I agree with what you said in your explanation about after school programing. Inside a classroom, is where the focus should be. As teachers, that's where we can insight the most change.

]]> 2020-12-11 01:13:17 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/1008537557 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/1008540596 I like how you said teachers should have passion. I agree with that wholeheartedly. Teachers need to be passionate in order to prove to their students that they care about them.]]> 2020-12-11 01:14:43 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/1008540596 https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/1008565274 2020-12-11 01:26:49 UTC https://padlet.com/heathermarie_dvorak/hexthink/wish/1008565274