#EdChat Radio
319 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsOnce a week Highlights and amplifications from the Twitter discussion of the week on #EdChat. Hosted By Tom Whitby and Nancy Blair and members of the EdChat team of moderators including MaryBeth Hertz, Kyle Pace, Jerry Blumengarten, Jerry Swiatek, Steven Anderson, Shelly Terrell, and Bernadeth Wall in the UK.
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Strategies for Getting the Most Out of Education Conferences
February 15, 2024 23:16 - 13 minutesEducation conference season has started. In this episode, we look at conferences and explore ways to get the most out of attending them. Follow on Twitter: @tomwhitby @HarveyAlvy1 @danacoledares @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Harvey Alvy served as a practicing principal for 14 years in both elementary and secondary schools. Harvey’s international school leadership experiences ranged from New Delhi, to Israel, and Singapore. He was selected a...
What Evolved, What Worked: How Did the Pandemic Change Teaching and Learning?
June 06, 2023 14:32 - 10 minutesAs we close this school year, most of us now see the pandemic in the rearview mirror. How did the pandemic change education? What evolved? What stuck? what faded? What Worked? Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @danacoledares @tomwhitby @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/Harvey Alvy has served as a teacher, principal, and university professor, and was honored to be a National Distinguished Principal. He is the author of Fighting for Change in Your ...
Where Are My Students?
May 10, 2023 02:07 - 13 minutesThe pandemic is technically behind us, and most schooling has returned to face-to-face instruction. What has not returned to normal is student attendance. An NPR study of 21 school districts found widespread, chronic absenteeism nationwide, leaving many teachers wondering, "Where are my students?" Follow on Twitter: @MonteSyrie @Robin H @danacoledares @tomwhitby @bamradionetwork @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Monte Syrie is a high school E...
Professional Development: Can We Make It More Relevant, More Practical, More Useful?
May 02, 2023 22:32 - 12 minutesWe know education is evolving, and professional development is necessary. So how can we make PD more relevant, practical, and useful? Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @ShiftParadigm @danacoledares @tomwhitby @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Mark Weston Ph.D. has worked at all levels of the educational system — classroom, school, congress, US Department of Education, technology companies and universities. He’s currently an Associate Dean at Georg...
How Have Changes in Teaching, learning, and Society Affected How You Teach?
April 19, 2023 00:05 - 10 minutesTeaching, learning, and society have changed significantly over the last 20-40 years. In this discussion, we look at how we adapted to these changes and how we they altered our profession and practices. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @danacoledares @tomwhitby @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Harvey Alvy has served as a teacher, principal, and university professor, and was honored to be a National Distinguished Principal. He is the author of F...
EDU.GPT: A Passing Trend or Paradigm Shift in Education?
April 05, 2023 03:59 - 12 minutesWe’ve been conditioned to believe that if we wait long enough, any new trend in education will eventually pass. But What if ChatGPT and Generative Artificial Intelligence are here to stay? Follow on Twitter: @shiftparadigm @HarveyAlvy1 @tomwhitby @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Mark Weston Ph.D. has worked at all levels of the educational system — classroom, school, congress, US Dept of education, technology companies and universities. He’s cur...
Why Does the Challenge of Converting Education Research to Practice Persist, and How Can We Close the Gap?
March 06, 2023 03:56 - 10 minutesThe chasm between education research and practice is long-standing and persistent. Why is the gap so difficult to close, and what can be done to change this dynamic? Follow on Twitter: @ShiftParadigm @danacoledares @tomwhitby @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Mark Weston Ph.D. has worked at all levels of the educational system — classroom, school, congress, US Dept of education, technology companies and universities. He’s currently an Associate...
Wake-Up Call: What’s Behind A Growing Cultural Trend Confusing Teachers and Teaching?
February 23, 2023 23:49 - 11 minutesThe term ‘woke’ is a label increasingly used to describe educators and education policies, but what does it really mean? Who created the term? How did this slang become a label used to disparage educators and education? Does it matter, and if so, why? Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @danacoledares @tomwhitby @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Harvey Alvy has served as a teacher, principal, and university professor, and was honored to be a Nati...
What the Past Tells Us About the Future of ChatGPT in Education
February 10, 2023 00:37 - 13 minutesIn this discussion, we look back at how we’ve responded to innovations in education to get some perspective on what we can likely expect about the road ahead for ChatGPT. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @danacoledares @tomwhitby @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Harvey Alvy has served as a teacher, principal, and university professor, and was honored to be a National Distinguished Principal. He is the author of Fighting for Change in Your School...
What Are the Best Measures of Actual Learning, Portfolios, Grades, Something Else?
January 14, 2023 23:51 - 10 minutesHow can we best determine that students are authentically grasping the lessons we’re teaching? How can we best confirm that learning objectives are met? This week we discuss the best measures of actual learning and the shifts required to embrace them. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @danacoledares @tomwhitby @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Harvey Alvy has served as a teacher, principal, and university professor, and was honored to be a Nation...
Co-teaching More Effectively with Special Needs Teachers
December 20, 2022 01:17 - 11 minutesIn this episode, we discuss the challenges of co-teaching special needs students and what works when collaborating with special needs teachers. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @danacoledares @tomwhitby @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Harvey Alvy has served as a teacher, principal, and university professor and was honored to be a National Distinguished Principal. He is the author of Fighting for Change in Your School: How to Avoid Fads and Focu...
What Are the Qualities of a Great Principal?
December 07, 2022 22:20 - 10 minutesTeachers, students, and parents often need and want different things from a school principal. In this episode, we summarize the edchat discussion where participants shared what they believe are the qualities of a great principal. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @danacoledares @tomwhitby @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Harvey Alvy has served as a teacher, principal, and university professor, and was honored to be a National Distinguished Princ...
Teachers, School Leaders and Twitter: Where Are We Now, Where Are We Going?
December 02, 2022 01:40 - 12 minutesSo many of us have connected on Twitter and used the tool for collaboration, support, and professional development. The platform opened myriad new possibilities for us, but now that Twitter’s future is uncertain, many are wondering what we’ll do if Twitter goes away. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @danacoledares @tomwhitby @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Harvey Alvy has served as a teacher, principal, and university professor, and was honored to be a National Distinguished Principal. He...
Identifying the Hidden Teacher Stressors We Need to Transfer to Support Staff
December 02, 2022 01:39 - 13 minutesThe volume of big and small decisions we make in our classrooms daily is surprising when examined closely. Which decisions and tasks could be passed to support staff, and what is required to begin freeing teachers of these distracting and draining activities? Follow on Twitter: @ItsAMrY @DrRobinERuiz1 @HarveyAlvy1 @danacoledares @tomwhitby @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Dr. Robin Ruizi is an Education Visionary, Researcher, PhD in Ed, Learni...
EdChat Is Evolving: A Look Back, a Look Ahead, Saying Goodbye
December 02, 2022 01:25 - 12 minutesEdChat started out as a safe and supportive platform to connect teachers and school leaders and exchange ideas. Online educator chats have evolved and so has #edchat. Today we look back, then forward, and say goodbye to one of our most valued hosts. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @danacoledares @ShiftParadigm @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Mark Weston Ph.D. has worked at all levels of the educational system — classr...
Managing Our Personal Views on Sensitive Topics That Arise in the Classroom
November 15, 2022 00:44 - 14 minutesAs sensitive topics increasingly seep into our classrooms, how do we approach discussions with integrity, fidelity, and respect? Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @danacoledares @tomwhitby @AggieAshley @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Ashley Eberhart is in her 11th year of teaching as a Spanish Teacher at Round Rock High School in Round Rock, Texas. She serves as the Vice President for the Texas Foreign Language Ass...
How to Help Substitute Teachers Help Us
October 28, 2022 19:22 - 10 minutesSubstitute teachers do their best to fill gaps and ensure the continuity of learning. In this discussion, we look for betters ways to help subs help us. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @tomwhitby @AggieAshley @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Ashley Eberhart is in her 11th year of teaching as a Spanish Teacher at Round Rock High School in Round Rock, Texas. She serves as the Vice President for the Texas Foreign Language Association ...
How to Help Substitute Teachers Help Us
October 28, 2022 19:22 - 10 minutesSubstitute teachers do their best to fill gaps and ensure the continuity of learning. In this discussion, we look for betters ways to help subs help us. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @tomwhitby @AggieAshley @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Ashley Eberhart is in her 11th year of teaching as a Spanish Teacher at Round Rock High School in Round Rock, Texas. She serves as the Vice President for the Texas Foreign Language Association ...
The Lessons We're Learning on the Road to Learning Recovery: What We Know, What Matters Most
October 20, 2022 22:03 - 10 minutesThe impact of the pandemic on student learning is now well supported and schools are immersed in rolling out plans and programs to accelerate learning. At this point, what do we know about learning recovery and what matters most? Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @danacoledares @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Dana Cole teaches language arts at a high school in northwest Georgia, just across the state line from Chattanoog...
Three Alternatives to Teachers Spending Personal Money on School Supplies
October 15, 2022 14:38 - 11 minutesOne way that teachers routinely show how much we care is by spending personal funds on school supplies. With inflation rising, the cost of this habit is increasing as well. Today we discuss alternatives and quickly discovered there are options, some simple, some complicated. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @Beth_Heidemann @danacoledares @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Beth Heidemann taught Kindergarten in a small, rura...
Social Media In Education: What's Still Working, What's Not
September 20, 2022 19:58 - 10 minutesIn this episode, we recap a recent #edchat discussion on the many ways social media has changed education for the better along with some of the challenges it has introduced along the way. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Harvey Alvy has served as a teacher, principal, and university professor, and was honored to be a National Distinguished Principal. He is the author of Fighting for Change ...
A 10-Minute Overview of Important Legal Issues and Boundaries Every Educator Needs to Know
September 20, 2022 19:57 - 10 minutesThis week we discussed the growing constellation of issues that have legal implications for educators. The ground beneath our feet is shifting, and there are many new state laws across the nation that teachers need to know. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Harvey Alvy has served as a teacher, principal, and university professor, and was honored to be a National Distinguished Principal. He...
Gut Check: A Good School Culture Feels Like, Looks Like, Sounds Like This...
September 13, 2022 22:28 - 10 minutesIn this episode, we look beyond the mission statement, obligatory activities, and social veneer to identify some authentic measures of a healthy school culture. How many exist at your school? Follow on Twitter: @DennisDill @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @jonHarper70bd @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com Dennis Dill is a Technology and Social Studies teacher at Jewett School of the Arts, a STEAM PreK - 8th-grade school, in Winter Haven, Florida. He manages the Fabricatio...
Walking the Line: How Do We Teach Subjects Where Community Values and Beliefs Conflict With Facts?
August 30, 2022 23:00 - 10 minutesHow should we respond when the facts we are responsible for teaching conflict with community values and beliefs? It's a fine line that teachers increasingly need to walk as we balance what's in the best interest of students with what's required to keep our jobs. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @danacoledares @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Dana Cole teaches language arts at a high school in northwest Georgia, just across the state line from Chattanooga, Tennessee....
How SEL Confusion Impacts Student Learning: What Every Educator Needs to Know About This New and Growing Trend
August 23, 2022 05:27 - 11 minutesAs many of us return to school this year, we will encounter a new and growing resistance to social-emotional learning. In this episode, we discuss what increasing numbers of non-educators misunderstand about SEL, how it’s impacting student learning, and what every educator needs to know about this emerging trend. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Harvey Alvy has served as a teacher, princip...
Assessments That Best Reflect How Our Teaching Impacts Student Learning
August 16, 2022 23:26 - 11 minutesJoin us as we consider, compare, and contrast student assessments through the lens of how well they reflect how our teaching impacts student learning. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @danacoledare @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Dana Cole teaches language arts at a high school in northwest Georgia, just across the state line from Chattanooga, Tennessee. On evenings, weekends, and holidays, she divides her time between h...
Student Teachers: What Still Works? Teaching Time, Teaching Style, Choice
August 10, 2022 06:34 - 12 minutesIn this episode, we take a fresh look at student teachers. What has changed over the years, what has not and what works in the current educational climate? Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Harvey Alvy has served as a teacher, principal, and university professor, and was honored to be a National Distinguished Principal. He is the author of Fighting for Change in Your School: How to Avoid Fa...
Navigating the Three Types of Parent-Teacher Conferences Confidently and Comfortably
August 04, 2022 06:45 - 11 minutesIn this episode, we talk about the three types of parent-teacher conferences and strategies to confidently and comfortably communicate with parents that lead to a positive and productive experience. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @danacoledare @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Harvey Alvy has served as a teacher, principal, and university professor, and was honored to be a National Distinguished Principal. He is the autho...
Preparing General Academic Teachers to Be Effective in Special Education Inclusion Classes: What Works, What Doesn’t?
August 01, 2022 06:49 - 12 minutesAssigning general academic teachers to special education inclusion classes is now a well-established practice. Some receive training and certification, some don’t. What are the implications for students and teachers? In practice, what works and what doesn’t? Follow on Twitter: @AveryOwlStars @HarveyAlvy1 @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Danielle “Dani” Foster lives in St. Louis with her daughter and son. She has been ...
Gifted Students, Average Students, Struggling Students: Rethinking Reaching Them All
July 15, 2022 02:17 - 11 minutesIn theory, we’re committed to reaching all students and leaving none behind. In practice, structural incentives define our priorities and focus. In this episode, we look at some of the strategies we’re considering and reconsidering. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @danacoledare @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Dana Cole teaches language arts at a high school in northwest Georgia, just across the state line from Chattanoo...
Making the Most of Education Conferences and Bringing Those Insights Back to Schools and Classrooms
July 08, 2022 02:14 - 11 minutesMany of us look forward to the summer education conferences, learning new strategies, discovering new tools, and meeting with old colleagues. In this episode, we talk about making the most of conferences and bringing those insights back to our schools. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Harvey Alvy has served as a teacher, principal, and university professor, and was honored to be a National ...
Is There Any Value in Including Formative Assessments in Student Grades?
June 11, 2022 01:56 - 10 minutesIt’s grading season and we took a dive into the rationale for including or excluding formative assessments in our students’ grades. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Harvey Alvy has served as a teacher, principal, and university professor, and was honored to be a National Distinguished Principal. He is the author of Fighting for Change in Your School: How to Avoid Fads and Focus on Substance...
As Pandemic Teaching and Learning Winds Down, Let’s Remember What Worked
May 26, 2022 16:45 - 10 minutesBarring another surprise, it’s beginning to look like pandemic teaching and learning is behind us. As the memory of what we did fades, let’s remember what worked very well for some students. Follow on Twitter: @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @HarveyAlvy1 @bamradionetwork @jonharper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Thomas D. Whitby is co-author of The Relevant Educator: How Connectedness Empowers Learning. Tom retired from public education after serving 34 years as a secondary Engl...
School Leaders Have Worked Hard to Support Teachers This Year: Why Many Teachers Aren’t Feeling I
May 21, 2022 16:05 - 10 minutesSchool leaders have spent the year working to provide the support teachers need to navigate another demanding school year. In this episode, we explore why many teachers still feel insufficiently supported and what we need in the moment. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @danacoledare @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com Dana Cole teaches language arts at a high school in northwest Georgia, just across the state line from Chatta...
Teaching in an Era When Truth and Higher Order Thinking Are Undervalued
May 21, 2022 16:05 - 10 minutesWhat happens to teachers and students when our commitment to teaching facts and higher-order thinking becomes unpopular and even unnecessary to succeed in our world? Follow on Twitter: @shiftparadigm @HarveyAlvy1 @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Mark Weston Ph.D. has worked at all levels of the educational system — classroom, school, congress, US Dept of education, technology companies and universities. He’s currently an ...
Thousands of Excellent Teachers Are Speaking With Their Feet: What Does This Tell Us and Are the Right People Getting the Message?
May 21, 2022 16:05 - 10 minutesThere is a quiet, narrative out there that it’s the lame, whiny teachers — who should be fired anyway — who are leaving teaching. In fact, some of our most passionate, committed, talented colleagues are hitting the ejector button and bailing out of a field they love. What is the message in the walkout, and are the right people listening? Follow on Twitter: @danacoledare @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Dana Cole teaches ...
Teachable Moments: Should We Talk About Ukraine In Class? Well…
March 24, 2022 22:25 - 10 minutesVirtually everyone is talking about Ukraine which makes it a bit curious that we’re even asking whether we should talk about the Russian – Soviet conflict in our classroom. This week we posed the question on #Edchat. Follow on Twitter: @shiftparadigm @HarveyAlvy1 @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Mark Weston Ph.D. has worked at all levels of the educational system — classroom, school, congress, US Dept of education, techn...
Video Cameras in Every Classroom? Looking for the Silver Lining...
March 18, 2022 00:05 - 10 minutesAs the list of new laws rains down on our classrooms, we pause to look at a campaign to put video cameras in the classroom that’s gaining momentum. Is there any good rationale for this? Are there any benefits to students and teachers? Are these policies about improving education? Follow on Twitter: @shiftparadigm @HarveyAlvy1 @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Mark Weston Ph.D. has worked at all levels of the educational s...
What Are Your Go-To Teaching Strategies and Are They Still Effective In This School Year?
March 10, 2022 23:13 - 10 minutesIn this episode, we explore our teaching philosophies, our favorite teaching strategies, and how we know when they are effective. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Harvey Alvy has served as a teacher, principal, and university professor, and was honored to be a National Distinguished Principal. He is the author of Fighting for Change in Your School: How to Avoid Fads and Focus on Substance, ...
Pulled and Pushed Around: While Some Leave, These Teachers Are Ready to Push Back
January 19, 2022 02:18 - 10 minutesRelentlessly, committed, collegial, and compliant, many of us are increasingly feeling like pawns caught between the whims of parents, principals, and politicians. Now there are signs that some teachers are ready to speak up and push back, courageously voicing thoughts that were rarely discussed openly. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Harvey Alvy has served as a teacher, principal, and university professor, and was honored to be a Na...
Academic Freedom: What Are We Teaching, What Are We Prioritizing, What Are Our Options?
January 07, 2022 02:42 - 10 minutesThe boundaries of what we teach and what is important to teach are shifting quickly. In this episode, we explore the reasons why academic freedom is in flux and what teachers will need to consider going forward. Follow on Twitter: @danacoledares @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonharper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Dana Cole teaches language arts at a high school in northwest Georgia, just across the state line from Chattanooga, Tennessee. On evenings, weeken...
As Parents Mobilize to Decide What Teachers Can Teach, How Should Educators Respond?
November 17, 2021 03:42 - 10 minutesParents have a right to speak up about what we’re teaching their kids. Teachers have an obligation to teach content accurately. These two positions are increasingly irreconcilable. How should educators respond? Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Harvey Alvy has served as a teacher, principal, and university professor, and was honored to be a National Distinguished Principal. He is the author of Fighting for Change in Your School: How...
AP Courses: Real College Preparation, Tracking Relabeled, or Something Else?
November 07, 2021 20:19 - 11 minutesIn this episode, we take a closer look at the rationale for AP courses and their practical impact on the students who take them. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @MsWreads90 @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonharper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Amanda Whigham is a High School Science/ESOL teacher in her ninth year of teaching. She loves teaching high school students and helping them making science come alive and connect to their real lives and treasures the c...
Thinking Creatively About How We Find, Hire, and Employ Substitute Teachers
October 26, 2021 22:29 - 10 minutesSchools and school districts are scrambling to deal with a shortage of substitute teachers. In this episode, we explore innovative ways schools can approach the role of substitute teachers through a different lens. Follow on Twitter: @danacoledares @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonharper70bd Dana Cole teaches language arts at a high school in northwest Georgia, just across the state line from Chattanooga, Tennessee. On evenings, weekends, and holidays, she divides her time bet...
We Need More Time for Preparation and Lesson Planning: Here Are a Few Ideas
October 21, 2021 22:27 - 10 minutesLesson planning and preparing for multiple classes take time. How can we get the time we need when pandemic teaching demands have increased, teacher support staff have decreased, and spare time is in even shorter supply? Here are some ideas. Follow on Twitter: @danacoledares @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonharper70bd Dana Cole teaches language arts at a high school in northwest Georgia, just across the state line from Chattanooga, Tennessee. On evenings, weekends, and holiday...
How Can We Achieve a More Genuinely Inclusive View of American History?
October 07, 2021 15:37 - 10 minutesWe’ve been pursuing inclusivity in education for decades, yet in 2021 an authentically inclusive view of American history still eludes us. What will it take to reconcile the American history we teach with the history that actually transpired? Follow on Twitter: @Oldbay84 @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonharper70bd Robin Hicks is an English Language Arts /Special Education teacher of students in detained spaces.
Rethinking Our Commitment to Teaching Accurate History
September 29, 2021 00:14 - 10 minutesFour states have passed laws placing limits on how history can be taught in K12 classrooms. Will these laws make teaching history more accurate or more distorted? What is the practical impact on teachers? Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @RitaWirtz @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Rita Wirtz holds a BA in English and Speech, a master’s degree in reading from Arizona State University (ASU), and an administrative services credential (K–12) through California State Uni...
Teachable Moments: What Matters Most and How to Find More Time for Those Things
September 19, 2021 16:04 - 10 minutesIn the episode, we pause to consider all the things we’re expected to do as teachers. What are the things that matter most, what matters least, and how can we spend more time on what really matters in our classrooms? Follow on Twitter: @MsSackstein @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @HarveyAlvy1 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com Starr Sackstein is the COO of the Mastery Portfolio where they help schools, teachers, and systems more easily implement standards-...
A Shortlist of the Most Promising Ideas for Updating How We Educate Students
September 07, 2021 22:27 - 10 minutesOver the last 18 months, we've experienced a lot and learned a lot about what's possible in education. In this episode, we discuss a shortlist of the most promising ways to update how we educate the next generation of students. Follow on Twitter: @HarveyAlvy1 @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Harvey Alvy has served as a teacher, principal, and university professor, and was honored to be a National Distinguished Principal. He is the author of Fighting for Change in Yo...
When Your School District’s Policy Is ‘Just Say No’ to Masks, Vaccine Confirmation, and Virtual Learning
August 25, 2021 00:09 - 11 minutesAs many of us returned to school last week, 94,000 kids contracted COVID-19. Even as the infection rate grows to rival peak numbers, many school districts are under a no-mask-mandate policy. Others have gone a step further by limiting the ability to confirm whether students are vaccinated and eliminating the virtual learning options. How can teachers respond to these policies? Follow on Twitter: @Hahne_Elyse @tomwhitby @sgthomas1973 @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Ed Chat Archive: http://...