K Derber

4th Grade teacher in small rural town

[Rob Kennemer III @kennemer_robert]

Engaging students while also providing adequate structures and supports is one of the great challenges when teaching middle school social studies. @Howsonhistory identified powerful strategies to get students thinking, talking, and writing about history everyday! #TXCSS2022

[K Derber @k_derber4]

The Pros And Cons Of Using AI In Learning: Is ChatGPT Helping Or Hindering Learning Outcomes? https://t.co/ec2g7IKB6E
After reading an article for my class about AI in the classroom I decided to search more to learn more. I found this to be a quick & informative read#tch432#f5f

[K Derber @k_derber4]

I just discovered @flippitynet and I am so excited to use their resources in my class this Fall. You can make flashcards, sorts, interactive timelines. Check it out! #tch432 #f5f

[K Derber @k_derber4]

Love this as a teacher and parent! #tch432 #f5f

[Bryan Hartsock @bryan_hartsock]

Mind experiment
#growthmindset #parenting

[K Derber @k_derber4]

I had my soon to be 5th grader and 3rd grader read these and they loved it! I love how you can differentiate with EPIC. I use it across the curriculum in my room! @tch432 @f5f

[Epic for Kids @epic4kids]

🎉Happy 4th of July! 🎉Teach kids about the history and significance of Independence Day with our collection (link in bio). Then go test your knowledge of U.S. capitals with our quiz in Stories!

[K Derber @k_derber4]

I see this daily in my classroom. Games keep kids engaged and @ProdigyGame keeps kids practicing math concepts throughout. I feel it is a good use of the kids' time and they are still learning and asking questions. #tch432 #f5f

[Prodigy Education @ProdigyGame]

Do games work? Spoiler alert: Yes!

Check out this video with @jprieur_edu, @andre_denham, @topdogteaching, and Katie Whitehurst discussing #gamebasedlearning at #SXSWEDU 🙌🎥🎮

[K Derber @k_derber4]

https://t.co/hDzgAfHBpq

Great place for educators to find resources, take a field trip with the class, but also offers a lot of virtual tools for teachers and students! #tch432 #f5f

[K Derber @k_derber4]

@MrFoleyBJHS That is a great way to incorporate it into our day. Our kids definitely need to learn to research and find primary sources to verify information. Thanks for the idea!

[K Derber @k_derber4]

Came across this site which has a goal to clear up misconceptions and provide fact-based worldwide views. Trying to figure out how I can work this into my SS curriculum... #tch432 #f5f

[Gapminder @Gapminder]

Of all children in the world who are of primary school age but don't go to school, how many are girls?

Thanks @UNESCOstat for the data!
Correct answer here:
https://t.co/Oa74Dd9BHn

[K Derber @k_derber4]

@WeghorstMariah So many new tech tools to try!

[K Derber @k_derber4]

I love Wonderopolis! How have I never discovered https://t.co/95PKNh3fwT? So much useful information there! #tch432 #f5f

What is Wonderopolis and How Does It Work? Best Tips and Tricks https://t.co/lS4Q3QpDKa

[K Derber @k_derber4]

This sounds amazing! Hopefully next year I can join!

[K Derber @k_derber4]

@MrFoleyBJHS @joemhirsch @cultofpedagogy I had a similar takeaway from the interview. I'm anxious to see how much this will change students' attitudes towards their work and tests. Hopefully less stress and more of a willingness to grow.

[K Derber @k_derber4]

#tch401 has covered the NBPTS 5 propositions. Through this class I have grown most w/the 4th, Teachers think systematically about their practice & learn from experience. I have a lot more tools now to make students learning more engaging #401reflection

[K Derber @k_derber4]

Talking about retrieval practice in my grad class! @PatriceBain1 wrote Powerful Teaching another great resource! #tch401 #feedforward This practice gives us the chance to check understanding and adjust lessons if needed in a timely manner.

[K Derber @k_derber4]

“Think about resources that encourage parents to connect offline with their children, maybe it is about learning new technology, but it also could be about reading a book together.” @NicolRHoward #tch401 #DigitalEquity

[K Derber @k_derber4]

I plan to use #ISTEstandard 1.1 Empowered Learner & 1.6 Creative Communicators in the Fall to help my students set their own goals to show SEL and academic growth. Allowing students to compete against themselves is a tool that will hopefully lead to internal motivation #tch401

[K Derber @k_derber4]

https://t.co/moqHfCOLX5 I love a good TedTalk! Even though it is not specific to education, the video does a nice job explaining WHY it is so important to have UD. #a11y #tch401

[K Derber @k_derber4]

@KFQuick I do agree but I feel like echo chambers exist on social media platforms and definitely within the media. Respectfully seeking out those who differ from our beliefs can be challenging (the respect aspect especially).

[K Derber @k_derber4]

@Xavo_Rod Completely agree! We need to teach our kids to listen, digest what the other person says, and respond. Listening to learn from others is a skill (my students have improved over the year) just like it's a skill for them to learn to respectfully disagree.