How would you describe your experience with discussions in your STEM learning space so far? by Loren T https://padlet.com/blueskydesignsbymrst/discussion en-us 2023-01-24 06:43:51 UTC 2023-04-21 05:57:38 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4ac.png I often try to have discussions, but find it difficult for the students to lead their own discussion in the early grades. That has been the biggest challenge when trying to achieve a highly effective rating on Danielson's rating system (NYC teacher). Having young students lead their own discussion and stay on task is a challenge. https://padlet.com/blueskydesignsbymrst/discussion/wish/2554919273 2023-04-14 19:09:21 UTC https://padlet.com/blueskydesignsbymrst/discussion/wish/2554919273 https://padlet.com/blueskydesignsbymrst/discussion/wish/2554926058 I find that students have an easier time starting discussions with small groups of 3-4 and then sharing their thoughts with the whole group. I think it helps them gauge if they are going to say something 'dumb' with less risk. Something I struggle with is getting students (I teach the homeschool community and afterschool programs) to not aim their discussions at me, the teacher, and instead focus on their peers. ]]> 2023-04-14 19:18:26 UTC https://padlet.com/blueskydesignsbymrst/discussion/wish/2554926058 https://padlet.com/blueskydesignsbymrst/discussion/wish/2555080445 When dealing with EL learners, it becomes difficult for them to say what they want to say in content rich settings. Although we want them to talk as much as possible, they are hesitant to speak in either language when they aren't sure how to say it "scientifically."]]> 2023-04-15 01:19:57 UTC https://padlet.com/blueskydesignsbymrst/discussion/wish/2555080445 I'm a virtual middle school teacher so chatting can be very diffcult -- as they automatically relate a chat pod to a free for all discussion. BUT with that said I want to encourage more academic conversation -- I feel like my students are VERY passive in their learning when they attend my virtual live lesson (1 time per week) https://padlet.com/blueskydesignsbymrst/discussion/wish/2555307072 2023-04-15 13:42:44 UTC https://padlet.com/blueskydesignsbymrst/discussion/wish/2555307072 I teach high school science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Astronomy) at a school that is centered around project-based learning. I use time pair shares to encourage discussions, but most discussions end up as an open dialogue between the "coach" and "learners." https://padlet.com/blueskydesignsbymrst/discussion/wish/2562228874 2023-04-20 17:49:26 UTC https://padlet.com/blueskydesignsbymrst/discussion/wish/2562228874