Overview
Logistics
Learning Objectives
Schedule
Coaches
FAQ
Overview
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Ensure all students are heard
Teachers in all content areas are being asked to increase student participation in classroom discussions as a way for students to demonstrate and engage with their learning. But traditional approaches to discussion may not create the level of authentic engagement that shifting classrooms require, and many teachers feel limited by a lack of support addressing how to revise their instruction to meet current expectations.
Expand questioning & discussion
Designing rich classroom experiences that increase student-to-student interactions is essential for drawing out all voices in your classroom, and for meeting the expectations of teacher evaluation frameworks (including Domain 3b of the Danielson Framework and Hallmark 4 of NYSED's Hallmarks for Advanced Literacies). In Keep the Kids Talking, we'll unpack elevated questioning and discussion practices that promote engagement in pairs and small groups, and help you experiment with facilitating and fostering conversations in whole group environments. As you incorporate targeted strategies into your instruction, you'll create meaningful opportunities for students to be curious contributors in your classroom.
Ensure all students are heard
Teachers in all content areas are being asked to increase student participation in classroom discussions as a way for students to demonstrate and engage with their learning. But traditional approaches to discussion may not create the level of authentic engagement that shifting classrooms require, and many teachers feel limited by a lack of support addressing how to revise their instruction to meet current expectations.
Expand questioning & discussion
Designing rich classroom experiences that increase student-to-student interactions is essential for drawing out all voices in your classroom, and for meeting the expectations of teacher evaluation frameworks (including Domain 3b of the Danielson Framework and Hallmark 4 of NYSED's Hallmarks for Advanced Literacies). In Keep the Kids Talking, we'll unpack elevated questioning and discussion practices that promote engagement in pairs and small groups, and help you experiment with facilitating and fostering conversations in whole group environments. As you incorporate targeted strategies into your instruction, you'll create meaningful opportunities for students to be curious contributors in your classroom.
Logistics
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Course dates
November 13, 2023 - January 29, 2024 Time commitment 2 hours per week, self-paced (participate on days/ times of your choosing) CTLEs awarded Up to 18 CTLE hours; participation will be verified before hours are awarded |
Registration period
Register through November 20, 2023 at 11:59PM EST Payment Pay with a credit card or a purchase order (contact cpet@tc.edu to start purchase order process) Cancellation policy Cancellations offered until course invite is accepted |
Learning Objectives
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Design authentic discussions
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Draw out all student voices
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What does a module include?
- Instructional talks: A series of short videos from your coach that break down the topic, provide examples, pose questions, and invite further reflection.
- Key resources: Downloadable resources for you to read, review, or implement in your classroom and community.
- Discussion*: Each module will pose a reflection question to respond to in the discussion board, where you can interact with other educators in the course. When posting on the discussion board, we want to hear from each person at least one time, and want each person to respond to a minimum of two other posts.
- Assignment*: Deepen your analysis and receive personalized feedback from your coach by responding to the protocol in each assignment.
*Must be completed to earn CTLE credits
MODULE 1
Introduction to Questioning & Discussion
Digging Deeper: Questions that Provoke Discussion
MODULE 2
Two by Two: Accountable Talk in Pairs
Prompts & Sentence Starters
MODULE 3
Talking & Thinking Cards
MODULE 4
Ten-Minute Talks
MODULE 5
Save the Last Word for Me
MODULE 6
The Four A's
Corners & Instant Debate
MODULE 7
Socratic Seminar
MODULE 8
Final Reflections
MODULE 9
Amplifying Your Learning
Introduction to Questioning & Discussion
Digging Deeper: Questions that Provoke Discussion
MODULE 2
Two by Two: Accountable Talk in Pairs
Prompts & Sentence Starters
MODULE 3
Talking & Thinking Cards
MODULE 4
Ten-Minute Talks
MODULE 5
Save the Last Word for Me
MODULE 6
The Four A's
Corners & Instant Debate
MODULE 7
Socratic Seminar
MODULE 8
Final Reflections
MODULE 9
Amplifying Your Learning
Coaches
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Kelsey Hammond
Kelsey is currently a Ph.D. student in the English Education program at Teachers College, Columbia University. She holds a master's degree in English from the Morrissey College of Arts and Sciences at Boston College and a bachelor’s degree in English and Secondary Education from Saint Anselm College. Kelsey has served as a middle school classroom teacher, curriculum reviewer, and education panel member. In addition, she has conducted archival research at the National Library of Ireland and at Trinity College, Dublin. Kelsey’s areas of interest include the writing process and poetry pedagogy, especially in middle and high school English classrooms. |
FAQ
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Registration & payment
Can I pay for registration with a purchase order?
Absolutely! Have your school contact cpet@tc.edu to initiate this process.
In your message, please make sure to provide:
This information will allow us to provide you with the documentation needed to create a PO. This documentation will include our vendor & DOE contract numbers.
Once we receive a PO, we will provide your school with a promo code to distribute to the teachers they are funding. The promo code will allow you to bypass Eventbrite's payment section, so that there is no out-of-pocket cost to you. You will still be required to complete a registration form.
In your message, please make sure to provide:
- your school name & address
- contact information (name & email) for the person who handles POs & payments at your school
- the number of teachers interested in registering for this opportunity
This information will allow us to provide you with the documentation needed to create a PO. This documentation will include our vendor & DOE contract numbers.
Once we receive a PO, we will provide your school with a promo code to distribute to the teachers they are funding. The promo code will allow you to bypass Eventbrite's payment section, so that there is no out-of-pocket cost to you. You will still be required to complete a registration form.
Are there any registration discounts available?
Early registration: Register early to take advantage of a discounted price. Early registration is available until November 6, 2023. No promo code is necessary; please select the early registration option above to register at a discounted rate.
Group registration: Receive a 25% discount when registering groups of 5 or more people. No promo code necessary; select the group registration above to register at the discounted rate.
Current NTN@TC members: your membership code will fully discount your registration for this course. You'll still be required to complete a registration form.
Group registration: Receive a 25% discount when registering groups of 5 or more people. No promo code necessary; select the group registration above to register at the discounted rate.
Current NTN@TC members: your membership code will fully discount your registration for this course. You'll still be required to complete a registration form.
Where do I enter my promo code?
Please see the blue text in the registration section that says "Enter promo code". Click that text, enter your code, and click "Apply". From there, you can continue with your registration as usual.
Promo codes must be entered before you begin registration; there is no option to add it after you click the "Checkout" button.
Promo codes must be entered before you begin registration; there is no option to add it after you click the "Checkout" button.
Should I register for CTLE hours?
New York State educators are welcome to register for CTLE hours, though it is not a requirement to participate in this course.
Beginning in 2016, a registered holder of a NYS professional classroom teaching certificate, educational leadership certificate, or Level III teaching assistant certificate is required to successfully complete 100 Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) hours. Teachers College is a state-approved provider of CTLE hours. Participation will be verified before CTLE credits are awarded.
CTLE information must be included on your registration form. If you decline CTLE hours at the time of registration and change your mind afterward, you'll need to contact us prior to the start of this course. Once you begin, we'll be unable to accommodate new CTLE requests.
Beginning in 2016, a registered holder of a NYS professional classroom teaching certificate, educational leadership certificate, or Level III teaching assistant certificate is required to successfully complete 100 Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) hours. Teachers College is a state-approved provider of CTLE hours. Participation will be verified before CTLE credits are awarded.
CTLE information must be included on your registration form. If you decline CTLE hours at the time of registration and change your mind afterward, you'll need to contact us prior to the start of this course. Once you begin, we'll be unable to accommodate new CTLE requests.
When does registration close?
Registration for this course closes on November 20, 2023 at 11:59PM EST.
How do I change or cancel my registration?
If you need to change or cancel your registration for any reason, contact us at cpet@tc.edu.
If you choose to cancel your registration, we will be able to offer you a refund as long as you have not yet accepted the invitation to join the course.
If you choose to cancel your registration, we will be able to offer you a refund as long as you have not yet accepted the invitation to join the course.
Participation
When will I receive access to this course?
If you register before the course start date, you can expect to receive access to the course at least 48 hours before the course begins.
If you register after the course has already started, you can expect to receive the invitation within 48 hours of completing registration.
If you register after the course has already started, you can expect to receive the invitation within 48 hours of completing registration.
How do I access course content?
Once you've registered, you will receive an email invitation to join our digital platform from Teachers College Canvas. From there, you will be able to set up a username and password.
Course materials will be accessible immediately following your acceptance of the invitation.
- Go to MyTC Portal (my.tc.columbia.edu)
- Click on the "Non-UNI Canvas Login" link
- Enter your email and password. If you didn't create one or have forgotten, simply click on the "Forgot Password?" link on the Canvas login page
- On the Canvas dashboard, accept any course invitations, if prompted
- You may also access the course on your mobile device through the Canvas Student App
Course materials will be accessible immediately following your acceptance of the invitation.
When do I participate in this course?
This course is open for participation from November 13, 2023 to January 29, 2024, with new modules opening on non-holiday weeks. While you can move through the course at your own pace, we find that 2 hours per week / 1 module per week works best for participants.
All course content must be completed by the end date listed above.
All course content must be completed by the end date listed above.
How do I earn CTLEs?
CTLEs will be awarded based on your participation in the discussion prompt(s) within each module, and the submission of each assignment.
Additional help
Who can I contact with questions?
You can reach out to us at cpet@tc.edu or (212) 678-3161 — we'll be happy to help!
Do you offer custom or private versions of this course?
Yes! If you're interested in this topic and would like to tailor the course content to meet the needs of your school community, we can create a customized version for you and your team. Only members of your school community (identified by you) will have access to the customized course, and you'll retain access to course materials indefinitely, allowing you to revisit content as needed.
To explore this option, reach out to us at (212) 678-3161 or cpet@tc.edu to speak with someone from our coaching team. We look forward to hearing from you!
To explore this option, reach out to us at (212) 678-3161 or cpet@tc.edu to speak with someone from our coaching team. We look forward to hearing from you!
