Grace Rull (she/her)

4th Grade Public School Teacher | Year 4 | Pursuing Masters in Educational Technology | she/her

[Grace Rull (she/her) @MissRull27]

A6: I also notice that I just assumed my answer was wrong because his came out evenly instead of double checking his math! #elemmathchat

[Grace Rull (she/her) @MissRull27]

A6: I notice that James's solution is not at all how I would approach the problem. It made me realize that I take the most stereotypical approach (even if more difficult) instead of trying out various approaches or new methods #elemmathchat

[Grace Rull (she/her) @MissRull27]

@MFAnnie I'm assuming focusing on the rhyming aspect. "One third along the way" is what threw me off the most. I think I was too worried about what "along the way" meant. I then thought if it was worded differently how I would've gone straight into the math first #elemmathchat

[Grace Rull (she/her) @MissRull27]

A4: I notice that the rhyme weirdly throws off my thinking. I notice the longer part is 5/6 of the original rope. If this part is 10 ft, the answer for 1/6 won't come out to a solid whole number #elemmathchat

[Grace Rull (she/her) @MissRull27]

A3: a, d, and e. We may be able to infer why students split something into four groups for question a. But, students can surprise us with their thought process! #elemmathchat

[Grace Rull (she/her) @MissRull27]

@DDibley123 I love the way you worded this! A good reminder that teachers need to be open-minded.

[Grace Rull (she/her) @MissRull27]

A2: First of all, this shows that teachers don't have all the answers; we are learners, too. Students aren't just looking for what we are thinking. This approach encourages problem-based thinking, the ability to try different approaches, and collaboration #elemmathchat

[Grace Rull (she/her) @MissRull27]

A1: The main reason I ask questions is to check for understanding. Also, it is great for students to practice explaining their thinking. This can result in another student understanding a topic better through a different explanation, too #elemmathchat

[Grace Rull (she/her) @MissRull27]

I'm Grace, a fourth grade teacher in Year 4. I'm located in STL #ElemMathChat

[Grace Rull (she/her) @MissRull27]

@MikeREarnshaw @AlliSparber @Scandela9 It really took the covid years of teaching pushing me to my limits to start setting boundaries! I was able to realize that teaching is my job, not my life #optimalist

[Grace Rull (she/her) @MissRull27]

A1: I know it's time to take a day off when I become overwhelmed by the overall noise of my classroom or when I become short with my students. I can tell based on when small things that wouldn't normally bother me start really affecting me #optimalist

[Grace Rull (she/her) @MissRull27]

@Scandela9 Going on short walks during my plan time has been something that helps me take a full break while still "working" #optimalist

[Grace Rull (she/her) @MissRull27]

A3: I have more to contribute, I am much more resilient, and overall better to be around. All of these benefit others because I am bringing a much more productive and positive presence instead of one that adds issues to people's overflowing plates #optimalist

[Grace Rull (she/her) @MissRull27]

@Scandela9 I like that suggestion of short breaks! For awhile, I was so focused on the term "self care" and finding the right one for me that I never ended up taking time to recharge 😅 Short breaks seem much more attainable #optimalist

[Grace Rull (she/her) @MissRull27]

A2: Overall demeanor and energy. I find myself going straight to my bed on days I'm burnt out. But, when I make time for myself, I notice I talk people much more and am willing to get tasks done. My shift in energy, especially in conversations, is shocking to me #optimalist

[Grace Rull (she/her) @MissRull27]

@dekconductor Any suggestions for when this is me all the time?? 😂

[Grace Rull (she/her) @MissRull27]

@tbelmontedu @MikeREarnshaw Agreed, It's when you don't even know where to start with a to-do list. Or, for me, when I just sit there feeling paralyzed on next steps! #optimalist

[Grace Rull (she/her) @MissRull27]

I'm Grace, a fourth-grade teacher in Year 4. I'm located in STL! #Optimalist

[Grace Rull (she/her) @MissRull27]

@thinkaloud_pod I would say I always associate resolutions with ending around February 1st. Goals seem more realistic or permanent to me. I think it is like a placebo effect for me though😂

[Grace Rull (she/her) @MissRull27]

A2: I like one word because it is something new to me and would cause reflection to be specific. Resolutions I feel often lead to failure because they are too vague or too big of a change (ex: working out more). I prefer setting a monthly goal and reassessing! #reflectED