Angela Schmitz

[Angela Schmitz @AngieScms]

A9 #pcschat All students are able to be successful with the rubric that I use. Most of the points lost are because they do not cite sources correctly. Assessing it holds them accountable and students that have worked hard want a grade.

[Angela Schmitz @AngieScms]

A8 #pcschat I would love to hear thoughts on this. My students have not presented publicly, but I would love to make this happen.

[Angela Schmitz @AngieScms]

A7 #pcschat I have students self assess on the rubric that I am going to use before they present. Afterwards they answer questions about what they learned, what they would change, and what their next project will be.

[Angela Schmitz @AngieScms]

A6 #pcschat I use Genius Hour as a learning tool for research. Once students have topics we do a mini lesson on a research topic each Friday. The presenting piece also fits well with speaking and listening
standards.

[Angela Schmitz @AngieScms]

A5 #pcschat Truthfully, the only failure is if a project isn't completed. I've never had that happen. I haven't ever used the word failure when discussing this project with the students.

[Angela Schmitz @AngieScms]

A4 #pcschat I don't. LOL I'm a "think outside the box" teacher. I have always put my ideas in action...this one has had only positive outcomes, therefore, I continue to use it.

[Angela Schmitz @AngieScms]

A3 #pcschat Most students are pretty shocked and then excited that they get to choose what to learn about. There is a positive energy as they await Friday, genius hour day, and as they leave the room talking about what they have learned.

[Angela Schmitz @AngieScms]

A2 #pcschat Many students start research and realize they need to change or tweek their topic.

[Angela Schmitz @AngieScms]

A2 #pcschat I give students a planning sheet to write questions on, list people that can help them, and keep track of helpful websites. We also create a folder in their drive and keep notes on a document.

[Angela Schmitz @AngieScms]

A1 #pcschat I have Ss watch a video of other kids talking about what they wonder about, question, and would like to explore. They each post their ideas on sticky notes and put them on our "Wonder" board. The thought of choosing a topic is always exciting.

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#pcschat Angie Schmitz 6th grade ELA Surf City Middle

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Angie Schmitz, 6th grade SCM #pcschat

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A4 “ How can I help?” Can go a long way. #PCSchat

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A4. I’m a firm believer if someone is on your mind you should reach out. It can be a simple email, text , or make them dinner... etc. #PCSchat

[Angela Schmitz @AngieScms]

A1:I also plan to keep the structure the same, however the first day back I plan to have time for the kids to “ catch up” with each other and share. #PCSchat

[Angela Schmitz @AngieScms]

@aengle96 Love the Socratic seminar idea!

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Angie Schmitz, SCM, 6th grade ELA #PCSchat

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@krysquires Well, since I know those tables...they work with four or six in your room. I changed them up depending on how many groups I needed. ( Sometimes it was 8, so groups of four and the small group table with me. )

[Angela Schmitz @AngieScms]

@MsBafunno The magic words there were “I really like...”You may have students that really like their own space too but others that don’t. How about a Google Form to find out their preferences?

[Angela Schmitz @AngieScms]

There are a couple things you could do. 1. Have a VIP student who has earned the opportunity 2. Put a student in charge of keeping track, maybe on an attendance clipboard with a simple check mark.