David Apple

8th Grade PowerUp Reading & Writing. Passions include personal and group educational enhancement through inclusivity, critical thinking and equity for students.

[David Apple @davidappleENG]

A great TedTalk (not really a talk, per se) that demonstrates code switching versus explaining; I’m thinking of ways to implement this in my classroom, maybe during a voice unit? - https://t.co/G4qzsrL0yn

[David Apple @davidappleENG]

The amount of times that I heard "it is going to be rough, but we will get through it" is a considerate amount - and I cannot be frustrated about it. Rather, I am trying to take this as a learning experience for when I am an instructor. #ENG350

[David Apple @davidappleENG]

As a student, the most conflicting thing for me is transitioning from 18 in-person credit hours to 18 online credit hours. From having in person instruction every single day to having to send emails and communicate via webcam - this is a rough transition. #ENG350

[David Apple @davidappleENG]

The stress and consistent notifications that I am receiving is probably nothing. I can only imagine how my instructors are feeling by having to move entirely online - especially if they have never taught an online class. #ENG350

[David Apple @davidappleENG]

@eckenrothcay Completely agree with managing classroom time better, but what about the students that are super picky about the environment they read in? #ENG350

[David Apple @davidappleENG]

@TeachingOlivia to be able to accomodate the needs of every single student in the classroom on a consistent basis? Or what if not all students have the same interests? Where would be implement our focuses as educators? #ENG350 (2/2)

[David Apple @davidappleENG]

@TeachingOlivia Well, the more important question or thought that I am trying to provoke is - do you think this would legitimately work in a classroom? It means no agenda to be pushed and gearing towards the needs of students. But do we have the ability to spread ourselves so thin #ENG350 (1/2)

[David Apple @davidappleENG]

I love whenever someone tells me that I am going to school for a profession that would have me go back to school. The purpose of this is that I am always learning - whether it is actual subject matter, about myself, or just in general. That is the beauty of education #ENG350

[David Apple @davidappleENG]

Reading through this thread assures me the importance and the figure that teachers play in a students life and how excited I am to pursue my educational career! #ENG350

[Andy Schoenborn @aschoenborn]

Two moments in two days that fill my heart with gratitude.

Yesterday after last period —

Student: “Hey, Mr. S, just wanted to thank you for the poetry you share every day in class.”

Me: “Of course! Words are powerful and need to be shared.”

[David Apple @davidappleENG]

"creating optimistic endeavors". Encouragement and assurance will not only create a optimistic outlook in the classroom, but for students when they are outside the classroom. #ENG350

[David Apple @davidappleENG]

I think encouraging lessons where students demonstrate confidence and assure them that they are significant will create a healthier environment! #ENG350

[Taylor Elementary @APSTaylor]

4th grader Shannon Wilson giving her all to the narration of the book “I Am Enough” as she rehearses for our African American Read In February 26. She is definitely Enough, too! @TaylorPTAtalk @ncte @HarperCollinsCh @keturahAriel @GraceByers @ILAToday @stronggirlread1 @APSArts

[David Apple @davidappleENG]

#relatable

[Olivia Hornsby @TeachingOlivia]

"I think I'm honestly not a good reader/writer anymore"
welp.
#ENG350

[David Apple @davidappleENG]

As a reader, I relate my personal experiences to the text to have a deeper understanding and greater appreciation for the writing. #ENG350

[David Apple @davidappleENG]

G&K - different opportunities, choices, and strategies for teaching.
C3WP - same opportunities and one choice
G&K focuses on variability & individualism of the student as the C3WP focuses on standardization. #ENG350

[David Apple @davidappleENG]

@beccamunson @ncte Living through the experiences that you read about gives us an escape into another dimension, whether it is an article or source, a fictional story, etc. That is - the true power of reading. #ENG350

[David Apple @davidappleENG]

Reading through the last chapter of "180 Days" made me realize how valuable it is to engage a reader in an argument and grab their attention, as it would be difficult to change someones current perception regarding a topic. #ENG350

[David Apple @davidappleENG]

"We want them to gather evidence, explain, interpret, and look beyond the surface of the arguments swirling around them.." (Gallagher & Kittle, 189). This quote demonstrated to me that arguing and debating are two completely different things! #ENG350

[David Apple @davidappleENG]

@ClaudelTim i’m not going to say we should “make” them learn; rather, we should empower students to WANT to learn. #ENG350