Tess Collins

Colorado State University Student, Colorado Music Educator.

[Tess Collins @TessCollins19]

@steve_bambury new teacher here! What is the cost for integrating a VR system into a school? Do you have any good resources to show administrators the importance of budgeting for VR?

[Tess Collins @TessCollins19]

@Flipgrid new teacher here! Is there a way to keep student videos private from other students? I'm very excited to learn about all the ways flipgrid can be used in the classroom!

[Sara Tenan Brandow @SaraTenan]

When a student isn't giving you what you need, check to be sure he's getting what he needs. The solution is almost always found in his environment! 💗 #champforkids #edchat #weteachun #MasteryChat #bookcampPD #TLAP

[Tess Collins @TessCollins19]

A8: One way teachers can model “choosing your mood” is by following it ourselves. We should always choose to be calm and have a warm, welcoming presence in the classroom, and when there is an issue, we should show students how to productively manage it! #5thchat

[Tess Collins @TessCollins19]

A6: Empathy can be fostered through the performance of music! Analyzing text and musical progressions allows students to feel the emotion of the music, and connect it with their lives and the lives of the people around them through their performance. #5thchat

[Tess Collins @TessCollins19]

So many good resources! Retweeting so I can have this up my sleeve for when I get into the classroom! #5thchat

[Paul Solarz @PaulSolarz]

A5 - Our district formed a committee this year to look into social-emotional skill instruction, including EQ-building activities. I've adopted @2ndStepProgram, @RMayTraining's SchoolToolsTV & @Peekapak in our classroom, in addition to dozens of my own lessons! #5thchat

[Philip Rascona @Mr_R_qc]

What a good idea! Managing anxiety and stress are certainly life-long endeavors. Teaching students how to reflect and better prepare for next time is a great way to strengthen EQ. #5thchat

[Tess Collins @TessCollins19]

A4: Managing stress and anxiety is something that I believe many students struggle with, including me! High stress situations come up often in this world, so it’s important we teach students how to tackle them! #5thchat

[Tess Collins @TessCollins19]

@PaulSolarz @Peekapak I LOVE this! This is so impactful, students can learn so much from their peers!

[Tess Collins @TessCollins19]

A3: Give students a chance to practice and develop their EQ. This can be done through things like helping students break down large tasks into manageable pieces. As a teacher it’s also important to acknowledge and talk about your students’ emotions. #5thchat

[Philip Rascona @Mr_R_qc]

@GrayMttrs A2: A high degree of importance! Teaching students about EQ at an early age, especially, can lead to students developing stronger relationships with each other and can also lead to less conflict and bullying. #5thchat

[Tess Collins @TessCollins19]

@GrayMttrs A2: I think fostering a student’s EQ is one of the most important aspects of teaching. If a student can foster positive relationships with themselves and peers, students will feel more comfortable in the classroom, which is when the real magic in your class happens! #5thchat

[Tess Collins @TessCollins19]

@GregJWolcott I love how you included strategizing individual next steps, this is such an important component of emotional intelligence! #5thchat

[Tess Collins @TessCollins19]

#5thChat

[Tess Collins @TessCollins19]

A1: Awareness and having control of your emotions and those around you. I believe a big part of emotional intelligence is the ability to use empathy.

[Sara Tenan Brandow @SaraTenan]

Q1: How do you define emotional intelligence? #5thchat

[Tess Collins @TessCollins19]

Hello everyone! I’m Tess Collins and I am currently a 3rd year student at Colorado State University studying music education! My current mood is happy! #5thchat

[Hannah Gambee @hanteaches]

A5: Empathy is the main reason why I love teaching. We get to connect with others on a personal level and grow and learn alongside them. Also, helping students be empathetic towards one another helps create such a kind atmosphere that the world is missing. #EDUC331

[Tess Collins @TessCollins19]

A5: Students learn best when they feel heard and understood. Empathy allows teachers to feel along with their students, and create connections that are deeper than just the surface. This allows for deeper thinking from the students because they are comfortable! #educ331

[Tess Collins @TessCollins19]

@Bales_20 I think the "need" stems from a place of empathy towards others! We should teach our students empathy and how to be loving in our society!

[Tess Collins @TessCollins19]

A4: Students must learn how to create solutions to modern problems that arise with the Fourth Industrial Revolution. This requires being aware of social problems and having the need and resources to solve them. #educ331