One thing I’ve learned over the past two years is that building strong and meaningful relationships with my students BEFORE instruction begins is key! The first… https://t.co/E7mTN7ps9y
This is an excellent topic. It certainly feels sometimes that the only way to feel as if you are being a successful teacher is when your scores reflect that. I think there is so much more to it, but that is the only time you feel successful. #edchat
@Gypsy11703528@DennisDill @sgthomas1973 @tomwhitby I agree! I’ve even requested observations before. You have to be able to put your ego aside sometimes when you’re goal is to do what’s best for your students. I can always stand to make improvements and sometimes an extra eye can help with that. #edchat
@MichelleK0929@tomwhitby My students were really timid at first but I told them that if their honest and truthful then learning can be much more fun for us all. I also modeled giving them feedback.
@tomwhitby I agree! I also like to use debates. The students are always engaged and if they are able to argue their points with support from their research or evidence then I know they understand the topic. #edchat
@TeachThoughtPD @EdGameTec These are all great assessments! One of my favorites is fist to five. If they get it they give me 5 fingers, if they are confused or don’t understand, then they give me a fist...it’s an easy assessment of understanding without having to verbalize. #edchat