@msmarshbank Like everything else in eduction.. there must be a balance! Worksheets do have a purpose but in my opinion shouldn’t be the method of learning.
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Prior to class, I didn’t see the value in Twitter or thought I had no time.. well, I discovered twitter keeps me posted on my passionate interests. Very surprise to see how I like twitter!
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Taking risks and being aware of digital citizenship are key to being digital literate. Using twitter to communicate with parents about classroom activities is a great way to model its use in a responsible way for young learners.
@JenDRobinson@BeighleySarah@MrsDembowski_ Well said, have you noticed when students are engaged in reading material, they often reread it and continue to get more out of it each time they read?
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Balance is the key.. as educators, showing balance between reading to learn and reading for fun. A strong reader can be successful at anything!
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I have a student who is in the knock knock jokes.. he can’t put the book down. I see him reading on the playground, at lunch and during class! He asks to share a joke everyday with the class.. this is exactly why choice is a must.. he is critically engaged!
@teachJMiller @rebeccalUSD @Ms_K89B3 That sounds great. Is it for all grade levels or just upper grade students? I haven’t heard of that so I’ll be checking it out!
@4thGradeTeache1 Choice is so big when it comes to reading engagement. Reading to self with flex seating in the classroom is a highly sought after activity !
@AmandaG93959366 I do use remind which is a great way to communicate with families all at once. I’m on Instagram but am usually with the friends that is be posting about!
@AmandaG93959366 Amanda, I completely agree with you! It works for many people and often times social media becomes quite addictive, I just haven’t and the need for it too...
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Teaching reading not only requires comprehension strategies, but also learning how to navigate through online space. Learning to critically think and process information in various digital platforms is key to developing a online reader .https://t.co/vkEaBl0f6D
@CoplanShayna @teachJMiller Like@CoplanShayna States, keeping up with students as they learn new digital literacies is very important. I have noticed my fear of technology decreases as I continue to just go for it and try new things!
@AmandaG93959366 You are so right... students are great at technology but learning how to navigate that technology for purposeful instruction and learning is key!
@4thGradeTeache1@StephanieKiesel One of my biggest struggles is keeping up with the various social media like @4thGradeTeache1 suggested. I, too use Instagram to keep up with photos of friends but other than that never had much of an interest in social media
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Digital literacies are a wonderful tool but require trial@and error along with critical thinking! I suspect learning and understanding how to protect ones online privacy and digital footprint would be a constant struggle.
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Having a balance when it comes to reading both digital and printed materials is important. Reading confidence and motivation stems from loving to read for learning and leisure.