#EduCrush
148 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsA celebration of the brave humans who are reimagining education through a liberating praxis. Hosted by assessment specialist Natalie Vardabasso, and teacher Alex Noel, this is a show for change agents who aren't afraid to ask uncomfortable questions, embrace complexity, and continuously empower themselves and others. Your next #EduCrush is right here!
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62 - Connecting Through Drama and Dance
November 28, 2022 07:00 - 40 minutes - 40.6 MBThis week on #Educrush I chat with Drama Teacher Arlene Orchard and Dance Instructor and Teacher Hayley Jonason as we continue our look into how electives and options courses lead students to build confidence and belonging in the classroom. Arlene on Instagram: @ArleneOrchard_Writer Alex on Twitter: @MrAlexNoel Natalie on Twitter: @natabasso Podcast on Twitter: @educrushpod Podcast on Instagram: @educrushpod
61 – Interdisciplinary Magic in Middle Level Land (w Preston Hickert)
November 21, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 76 MBA story about the permission, vulnerability and challenge inherent in creating an interdisciplinary middle school program. Preston Hickert is a teacher from Kansas City and he joins Natalie to share his story of “playing the mud” to learn with his students. Show Notes: Despite originally pursuing journalism and film, Preston ended up bringing a passion for storytelling to the classroom as a teacher. (6:10) Exploring the magic of the middle years. (11:30) High Tech High was the incitin...
60 - Belonging in the Band Room (w Adam Mailman)
November 14, 2022 07:00 - 46 minutes - 59.3 MBOn this episode of #Educrush we talk with Adam Mailman, a teacher, conductor, and musician who sees the potential for the music classroom to allow student to explore their limits. We explore some of the experiences and strategies that students undergo in the band room and how that can potentially apply to other spaces in school. Alex on Twitter: @MrAlexNoel Natalie on Twitter: @natabasso Podcast on Twitter: @educrushpod Podcast on Instagram: @educrushpod Show Notes: Introduc...
59 – The Psychology of Engagement, Agency and Learning (w Don Berg)
November 07, 2022 07:00 - 56 minutes - 67.4 MBThe field of psychology offers important perspectives on topics integral to education, especially engagement, agency and learning. Teacher, author, and psychologist Don Berg joins Natalie to unpack the concept of agentic engagement and to explain what joy has to do with equity and deeper learning. Show Notes: Two things more people in education should take seriously from the field of psychology; unconscious processing and social engineering. (8:30) Unpacking the concept of “fauxchieveme...
58 - Stories of Belonging
October 31, 2022 06:00 - 29 minutes - 35.7 MBOn this episode of #EduCrush we are talking through the idea of belonging. Particularly in music class through out my years of school. I think that belonging can be a key component in student success, and this is the start of a series where we explore where that can come from and how we can learn from what other teachers do in their classes.
57 – Myths, Power and the Space to Dream (w Elizabeth Lesser)
October 24, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 68.6 MBPower is neutral, but how we use it determines whether it is positive or negative. The old story of power tells of dominance and control and sees it as a finite resource that must be hoarded. But, how might we rewrite the story of power to include more feminine values? Elizabeth Lesser is the author of several bestselling books, has given two popular TED talks, and is one of Oprah Winfrey’s Super Soul 100, a collection of a hundred leaders who are elevating humanity. She joins Natalie to exp...
56 - Curiosity
October 17, 2022 06:00 - 26 minutes - 29.4 MBThis week on #Educrush we are exploring the idea of questions! What does the best day at school look like? Kids are known for their ability to dream BIG right? Do the systems of schools nurture this natural inquisitiveness or is there something that we’re doing that stifles that in the classroom? I spoke with a few people, including a 5th grader and his mother about curiosity. Alex on Twitter: @MrAlexNoel Natalie on Twitter: @natabasso Podcast on Twitter: @educrushpod Podcast...
55 – My Assessment Story: the rise of Natalie the grade grubber
October 10, 2022 06:00 - 32 minutes - 44.7 MBBrene Brown says, "When we deny our stories, they define us. When we own them, we can write a brave new ending." Natalie's work in assessment, in many ways, has been her way of writing a "brave new ending" to her own experiences in school. In this episode, she comes to you solo to share how she broke free from perfectionism and a need for external validation to finally find her voice. Show Notes: A bold decision following the first failure on an assessment called the Mad Minute. "Did...
54 - The Story of Teachers' First Day
October 03, 2022 06:00 - 28 minutes - 28.8 MBOn this week’s episode of #Educrush we continue to work through the essential question “How can we rehumanize education through story?”. We talk to various teachers about their experiences with the first day of school and reflect on the idea that teachers are students too. Alex on Twitter: @MrAlexNoel Email Alex: [email protected] Natalie on Twitter: @natabasso Podcast on Twitter: @educrushpod Podcast on Instagram: @educrushpod
53 – Reality Check on the "Real World" (w Dr. David Finch)
September 26, 2022 06:00For too long, the “real world” has been a mythical place that only exists in schools when teachers are trying to make students do things they don’t want to do. Stories of the real world create a culture of compliance. It begs the question… what’s it really like in the world of work beyond school? Dr. David Finch is a Full Professor and Senior Fellow at the Institute for Community Prosperity at Mount Royal University in Calgary, Alberta. He joins Natalie to offer his research findings on the ...
53 – Reality Check on the "Real World" (w Dr. David Finch)
September 26, 2022 06:00For too long, the “real world” has been a mythical place that only exists in schools when teachers are trying to make students do things they don’t want to do. Stories of the real world create a culture of compliance. It begs the question… what’s it really like in the world of work beyond school? Dr. David Finch is a Full Professor and Senior Fellow at the Institute for Community Prosperity at Mount Royal University in Calgary, Alberta. He joins Natalie to offer his research findings on the ...
52 - The Stories of Parents and School
September 19, 2022 06:00 - 37 minutes - 37.8 MBOn this Episode, we continue our look into how people feel about the first day of school. At least we tried, but in the process of spending time interviewing Parents, our theme for the episode shifted. This episode is simply about the stories of parents and School. You will hear from two parents as well as hear me summarize a few of the other conversations that I had. Truth be told, this was a challenging episode to work on, but I found it to be a worthwhile endeavor. I hope that as we conti...
51 – Ungrading in a High School STEM Classroom (w Chris Sarkonak)
September 12, 2022 06:00 - 54 minutes - 64.6 MBOne of the most persistent narratives of the school system is that it’s a place where students do work in exchange for grades. However, what would school look like if grades didn’t exist? Chris Sarkonak is one of many teachers involved in the grassroots movement called “ungrading” to move school away from a culture of compliance, towards a culture of authentic learning. He joins Natalie to talk about why he tried this approach in his Physics classroom, how he pulled it off, and why it helps ...
50 – The First Day of School From Students
September 05, 2022 06:00 - 32 minutes - 36.3 MBDuring this season, we’re looking at the role story has to play in how we see and interact with education. There are many people and perspectives needed for us to answer this question. Today you are going to hear from students, some at the very beginning of school life, some at the end and some far beyond the hallways of high school. They are going to share their perspectives, not about school in general, that’s too big. Today, we’re tackling the first day of school. Alex on Twitter: @MrAl...
49 – The SECRET to rehumanizing education...
August 29, 2022 13:00 - 29 minutes - 39.1 MBWelcome to season 3 of #EduCrush! As a primer for the season, we are talking about the secret to “rehumanizing” education. It is something that we ALL do naturally, yet don’t understand very well. Learn what this powerful tool is and how it helps to elevate our consciousness, build empathy, and create a positive culture. Follow the #EduCrush podcast: Twitter | Instagram Follow Natalie: Twitter | Instagram Email: [email protected] Are you struggling with any of the following? Mot...
Season 3 Trailer
August 24, 2022 20:12 - 2 minutes - 3.31 MBWe're back, baby! This season, we're trying something new and organizing our episodes around a central theme: story. Join us as we release new episodes every Monday to explore the essential question, "How might we rehumanize education through story?" Follow Natalie: Twitter | Instagram Follow Alex: Twitter | Instagram Follow the podcast: Twitter | Instagram Email the podcast: [email protected]
Season 2 reflection (...and a season 3 REVEAL!)
July 04, 2022 11:00 - 36 minutes - 45.4 MBIn the final episode of season 2, Nat and Alex come together to look back on the highs, lows, and learnings from the past year and reveal the season 3 theme. #conceptbasedpodcasting Show Notes: Checking-in on our rose/thorn moments this past school year. (1:20) The unanticipated benefits of podcasting that Alex has experienced since joining EduCrush. (5:20) Exploring the differences between season one and two of the podcast. (7:00) In his half-season with the podcast, Alex is learni...
47 – Managing Ambiguity to Unlock the Joy of Creativity (w Dr. Caroline Brookfield)
June 27, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 74.9 MBIf you were to scroll through most job postings today, you will likely see creative thinking listed as a required skill. And yet, many workplaces do not have the psychological safety for this skill to thrive. On the episode, Natalie is joined by Dr. Caroline Brookfield who is a veterinarian that discovered her passion for creativity late in life as she began to explore performance and stand-up comedy. Listen to learn about the many researched benefits of creativity for both individuals and o...
Project Feature: Sustainability Summit
June 20, 2022 06:00 - 32 minutes - 35.5 MBThis week a passionate teacher team talks about taking bold steps to innovate in their own classrooms to give students hope through a project they called the Sustainability Summit. Charlotte Nixon, Mark Schuegraf and Neil Frail bring their experience and expertise together to form an audacious team taking on an ambitious project. Show Notes: Overview of the sustainability Summit 02:23 Students presenting to students 3:53 What inspired the project 7:12 Organizing the scope of the pr...
46 – Leading Adult Learners with a Lens of Inquiry (w Jessica Vance)
June 13, 2022 15:56 - 56 minutes - 70.4 MBHow might school leaders apply inquiry-based learning in their work? If we know that inquiry can inspire curiosity, connections, and agency for our students, how might it transform the professional learning culture of a school? Jessica Vance is an Enrichment and Environment Coordinator in Austin, Texas, and author of the newly released book, “Leading with a Lens of Inquiry: Cultivating Conditions for Curiosity and Empowering Agency.” On the episode, she connects with Nat to talk about the po...
Why Being a Bad Student Made Me a Good Teacher!
June 06, 2022 06:00 - 25 minutes - 29.7 MBHow was school for you? What were you like as a student? How does that impact how you show up as a teacher? For Alex, it was a bit rough at points. That said, he would not trade the experiences he had as a student. They made him who he is and showed him what it feels like when a teacher believes in you. Those experiences give him real insight into the mind of students who struggle. This week, he's coming to you solo to talk about how being a bad student made him a good teacher! Show Note...
45 – Cultivating Education in a Correctional Facility (w Dawn Matthews-Nichols)
May 30, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 77.5 MBHave you ever wondered if one of your students is capable of murder? Well, what if you knew that your entire class had committed violent crimes? How would you build a positive classroom culture!? Dawn Matthews-Nichols has been teaching since 1987 in a variety of settings with “emotionally disturbed” youth. She’s seen education from the margins and has some powerful advice for mainstream teachers. Show Notes: A call to action for progressive teachers wanting to amplify their impact and cha...
Strategy Hack: Developing Confident Writers (w Karri Johnson)
May 23, 2022 06:00 - 34 minutes - 38.6 MBI don’t remember learning writing strategies. Not that no one tried to teach it to me, it didn’t sink in. More than that though, I was and am still struggling to find my voice as a writer. Recently, I’ve learned that I’m not alone in this. Karri Johnson is a seasoned teacher who understands the nuances of literacy education. This week, she walks us through ways that we can build confident writers. Karri On LinkedIn: @Karri Johnson Email the Podcast: [email protected] Podcast on Twi...
BONUS – Why I quit my job...
May 17, 2022 02:26 - 16 minutes - 20.7 MBNat is coming to you solo in this bonus episode because she quit her job last week... but it's not for the reasons you might think! Email the Podcast: [email protected] Podcast on Twitter: @educrushpod Natalie on Twitter: @natabasso Podcast on Instagram: @educrushpod Podcast Website: www.educrushpod.com
Project Feature: Cross Curricular Courses (w Jessica Bates)
May 09, 2022 06:00 - 33 minutes - 37.8 MBThis week’s project feature is about breaking down the barriers between the siloed subjects that we’ve all become comfortable with. Jessica Bates is a 17-year teaching veteran who has made her career about asking the questions “what are the things that unite our subjects?” During this episode, Jessica talks about the ins and outs of combining the entirety of Social and Science in her Grade 9 classroom. Show Notes: Cross Curricular in high school 1:00 Social and Science integrat...
Project Feature Cross Curricular Courses (w/ Jessica Bates)
May 09, 2022 06:00 - 33 minutes - 37.8 MBThis week’s project feature is about breaking down the barriers between the siloed subjects that we’ve all become comfortable with. Jessica Bates is a 17-year teaching veteran who has made her career about asking the questions “what are the things that unite our subjects?” During this episode, Jessica talks about the ins and outs of combining the entirety of Social and Science in her Grade 9 classroom. Show Notes: Cross Curricular in high school 1:00 Social and Science integrat...
44 – Identity-Affirming Curriculum for Black Youth (w Kaya Henderson)
May 02, 2022 06:00 - 50 minutes - 59.8 MBTraditional curriculum does not situate Black youth in a positive light and Kaya Henderson is on a quest to do something about it. Kaya is perhaps best known for serving as Chancellor of DC Public Schools from 2010-2016 and as the co-host of “Pod Save the People” podcast. Now, she is the co-founder and CEO of Reconstruction, a technology company delivering a K-12 supplemental curriculum that situates Black people, culture, and contributions in an authentic, identity-affirming way. In episode...
Strategy Hack: Civil Engagement and Digital Literacy (w Meagan Heard)
April 25, 2022 06:00 - 36 minutes - 41.7 MBToday’s controversial topics tend to center around truth. Discussions can become so heated that many simply choose not to engage. Meagan Heard is a teacher who seeks a world where students have the skills to navigate difficult topics. This week, Megan gives a crash course on digital literacy. View full show notes Meagan on Twitter: @meaganerd Email the Podcast: [email protected] Podcast on Twitter: @educrushpod Natalie on Twitter: @natabasso Alex on Twitter: @mralexnoel ...
43.1 – Civil Engagement and Digital Literacy w/ Meagan Heard
April 25, 2022 06:00 - 36 minutes - 41.7 MBToday’s controversial topics tend to center around truth. Discussions can become so heated that many simply choose not to engage. Meagan Heard is a teacher who seeks a world where students have the skills to navigate difficult topics. This week, Megan gives a crash course on digital literacy. View full show notes Meagan on Twitter: @meaganerd Email the Podcast: [email protected] Podcast on Twitter: @educrushpod Natalie on Twitter: @natabasso Alex on Twitter: @mralexnoel ...
43 – Activating Agency to Grow Readers (w Penny Kittle)
April 18, 2022 06:00 - 56 minutes - 66.4 MBWhy do so many teenagers hate reading? Renowned author and Literacy advocate Penny Kittle believes it has everything to do with a lack of “book love” and that teachers have the capacity to ignite it. On the episode, she connects with Natalie to discuss how to expose students to a wide variety of books, conference to unlock the reading life, and ultimately, grow student agency by allowing them to make decisions as readers (and writers). Show Notes: An interesting fact about Penny you might...
42 – Intergenerational Learning, Sustainability, and Space at Mill Bay Nature School - Pt. 2 (w Cayla Brown & Kim Ondrik)
April 04, 2022 06:00 - 54 minutes - 60.9 MBWe’ve all heard the adage “with age comes wisdom” but what does it mean to be wise? If we view our work as educators through the lens of sustainability and legacy, the wisest thing we might do is lift up those younger than us to continue our work long after we are gone, especially in schools. In part two of Natalie’s conversation with Cayla Brown and Kim Ondrik, we unpack these ideas further before holding space for both guests to share their biggest wonders as they continue to co-create Mil...
42 – Decolonization, Love and Witnessing at Mill Bay Nature School - Pt. 1 (w Cayla Brown & Kim Ondrik)
April 04, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 83.6 MBIn the simplest of terms, decolonization means moving from a triangle to a circle. From a hierarchy to a community. In the episode, Natalie joins the Head Learner of the Mill Bay Nature School, Kim Ondrik, and the Smuqw’a’ (middle years) Clan Leader, Cayla Brown, to learn how they are building a decolonized school together through love and witnessing. Show Notes: Telling the story of how Kim and Cayla taught me how to show up, even when I can’t control the outcome. (1:10) Kim became an ...
Strategy Hack: Processing Speed w/ Erin Ellis
March 21, 2022 06:00 - 29 minutes - 33.9 MBThis week we’re talking strategy. How we can we best help students who struggle with processing speed? When our students encounter difficulties, it can be heart breaking but how can we help students to reach their potential? Our guest Erin Ellis goes over strategies for our students to shine. View full show notes here! Erin on LinkedIn Erin Ellis Email the Podcast: [email protected] Podcast on Twitter: @educrushpod Natalie on Twitter: @natabasso Alex on Twitter: @mralexnoel ...
Strategy Hack: Processing Speed (w Erin Ellis)
March 21, 2022 06:00 - 29 minutes - 33.9 MBThis week we’re talking strategy. How we can we best help students who struggle with processing speed? When our students encounter difficulties, it can be heart breaking but how can we help students to reach their potential? Our guest Erin Ellis goes over strategies for our students to shine. View full show notes here! Erin on LinkedIn Erin Ellis Email the Podcast: [email protected] Podcast on Twitter: @educrushpod Natalie on Twitter: @natabasso Alex on Twitter: @mralexnoel ...
41 – Narrating the Learning Journey using Self-Assessment & Portfolios (w Katie White)
March 14, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 69.1 MBToo often, self-assessment is treated as a capstone, rather than a catalyst, and portfolios as a scrapbook, rather than a learning tool. On this episode, we go beyond the mistakes we’ve made with self-assessment and portfolios to discover how they can help students tell the story of their learning. Katie White is a Canadian author, consultant, and leader, and she joins Natalie to discuss practical ways that students can document learning, analyze evidence, and set goals while honoring their ...
Project Feature: Going Gradeless (w Charlotte Nixon)
March 07, 2022 07:00 - 31 minutes - 36.9 MBGoing gradeless is one of those terms that generates excitement or dread, depending on your interpretation. It’s a scary notion as a teacher to just take a chance and dive in. Charlotte Nixon, a seasoned teacher and playwright, has done just that. On this episode Charlotte explores with us the lessons she learned going gradeless in her High School English class. Show Notes: Charlotte's teaching style. (2:41) The project's inspirations. (3:15) The structure of the unit. (3:30) Stude...
Going Gradeless
March 07, 2022 07:00 - 31 minutes - 36.9 MBGoing gradeless is one of those terms that generates excitement or dread, depending on your interpretation. It’s a scary notion as a teacher to just take a chance and dive in. Charlotte Nixon, a seasoned teacher and playwright, has done just that. On this episode Charlotte explores with us the lessons she learned going gradeless in her High School English class. Show Notes: Charlottes teaching style 2:41 The projects inspirations 3:15 The structure of the unit 3:30 Students learnin...
40 – How Principals Build Trust (w Tim Carlson)
February 28, 2022 07:00 - 51 minutes - 57.8 MBTeaching has always been a profession that demands a lot from its practitioners. Between the global health crisis, political unrest and helping students navigate what the world is and is becoming, teachers need support from principals who are supportive and reliable. Tim Carlson is a School Principal and PhD candidate who embodies what it means to show teachers that they are supported. On this episode, we talk about things that principals can do to build trust in their communities. Towa...
39 – Reclaiming Inquiry-Based Learning through Co-Design (w Trevor MacKenzie)
February 23, 2022 16:14 - 50 minutes - 56.2 MBA misconception about inquiry-based learning is that it means leaving students to “discover” the curriculum on their own. This couldn’t be further from the truth. Trevor MacKenzie is a high school teacher, author, and speaker who is internationally recognized as a thought leader in inquiry-based education. In the episode, we talk about what inquiry is (and isn’t) to better understand how to partner with students as co-designers of learning. Show Notes: How the Freedom Convoy is like the b...
38 – Disruption, Storytelling, and Values in a Thinking Classroom (w Peter Liljedahl)
January 31, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 74.7 MBMany of our institutional norms are causing “studenting” behavior that stifles thinking. Dr. Peter Liljedahl’s research aims to disrupt this behavior through “contrarian experimental methodology” and he has discovered 14 practices that liberate thinking in the classroom. Though his research took place in Mathematics, his findings are applicable for any educator that wants to tap into the emotional experience through story and teach with integrity to their values. Show Notes: Peter’s l...
37 – How can Assessment Cultivate Equity, Learning & Community? (w Adelee Penner)
January 17, 2022 07:00 - 53 minutes - 58.4 MBAssessment has many negative emotions attached to it due to the history of the word, yet it has so much potential to cultivate the equitable learning communities we all dream of. Adelee Penner has experienced the school system in a wide range of roles, from teacher to leader, public to private, and system-wide to independent. In the episode, we discuss how changing our approach to assessment can open our doors to each other as colleagues, and our students as learners. The etymology of the w...
36 – The Learning Diamond: A Mentor, a Champion, a Coach, and Ourselves
January 03, 2022 07:00 - 36 minutes - 47.9 MBThough we are learning more about the importance of human connections in schools and workplaces, which are the relationships that actually drive learning? In this solo episode, host Natalie Vardabasso explains how our relationships with a mentor, a champion, a coach, and ourselves create the optimal learning diamond. Show Notes: Defining the pinnacle of the learning diamond and guide for our hero’s journey: the mentor. (4:46) How the social norms around gender challenge the potential of...
35 – Elevating Sex Ed in the Curricular Hierarchy (w Alex Noel)
December 13, 2021 00:00 - 59 minutes - 69.6 MBWe all have memories of Sex Ed that are filled with embarrassment and shame. How might we change our collective experience of this topic? What structural barriers create this problem? How might we reimagine Sex Ed as relationship education? Alex Noel worked for many years as a Sexual Health educator before stepping into his own classroom as a high school Science and Math teacher. The contrast of these two educational experiences has given him a passionate insight into how we might better ach...
34 – Reimagining Education with Passion, Purpose, and Projects (w Loni Bergqvist)
December 06, 2021 00:00 - 56 minutes - 64.2 MBIn nearly every field of work, we are quick to jump on the latest and greatest strategy leading to a habitual focus on what we do, rather than a deeper analysis about why we do it. Project-based learning (PBL) threatens to fall into this trap, but not if Loni Bergvist has anything to do about it. Loni discovered a purpose-driven passion for PBL as a teacher at High Tech High in San Diego and has been on a quest to bring it to the world. She is currently the founding partner of “Imagine If” a...
37 – Project Feature: Nature Documentary Film Festival (w Jaclyn Demmers)
November 22, 2021 00:00 - 26 minutes - 29.9 MBOn the episode, we unpack how students were challenged to deepen and demonstrate their understanding of Ecosystems and Visual Literacy in a grade 7 interdisciplinary project. Teacher Jaclyn Demmers also shares her newfound insights about the potential of students with learning disabilities when given creative opportunities that spark their curiosity. Jaclyn’s current role and what drew her into education. (1:45) A summary of the project. (3:05) A breakdown of the major milestones of the...
Project Feature: Nature Documentary Film Festival (w Jaclyn Demmers)
November 22, 2021 00:00 - 26 minutes - 29.9 MBOn the episode, we unpack how students were challenged to deepen and demonstrate their understanding of Ecosystems and Visual Literacy in a grade 7 interdisciplinary project. Teacher Jaclyn Demmers also shares her newfound insights about the potential of students with learning disabilities when given creative opportunities that spark their curiosity. Jaclyn’s current role and what drew her into education. (1:45) A summary of the project. (3:05) A breakdown of the major milestones of the...
33 – Unpacking Teacher Leadership (w Randy Swift & Pedro Dones III)
November 15, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 81.5 MBWhat is the truth about teacher leadership? Is it an exciting opportunity to become a change agent, or, is it just another managerial manifestation of the status quo? Randy Swift and Pedro Dones III are two teacher leaders from New York who have had very different experiences in the role. On the episode, we explore their perspectives and how they have each brought their unique purpose to life as teacher leaders. Show notes: Randy and Pedro describe their current roles as teacher leaders. ...
36 – Unpacking Teacher Leadership (w Randy Swift & Pedro Dones III)
November 15, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 81.5 MBWhat is the truth about teacher leadership? Is it an exciting opportunity to become a change agent, or, is it just another managerial manifestation of the status quo? Randy Swift and Pedro Dones III are two teacher leaders from New York who have had very different experiences in the role. On the episode, we explore their perspectives and how they have each brought their unique purpose to life as teacher leaders. Show notes: Randy and Pedro describe their current roles as teacher leaders. ...
BONUS – EduPodlooza 2021: Poetry Slam
November 08, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 68.3 MBEduPodlooza is an all-day marathon, live-stream event featuring some of the dopest names in the education podcast space. The day is filled with many different segments including round tables, a radio play, and of course, a poetry slam. The slam segment was a collaboration between the following EduPodcasters who shared their own poems and responded to poems that had been submitted digitally: Mealey & Tudisco of Unprofessional Development (@unprocast) Gerardo Munoz of Too Dope Teachers and...
32 – Coaching Change in Schools (w Tim Lewis)
October 31, 2021 23:41 - 51 minutes - 59.5 MBDespite our best intentions, collaboration in schools often looks more like cooperation (at best), or polite dysfunction (at worst). As an NCAA div 1 basketball coach and strategic business development professional, Tim Lewis has learned a lot that can help us build the schools we’ve always dreamed of, together. On the episode we discuss teaching like a coach, unleashing teams with collective accountability, and taking the imperfect first step to make your mission statement a reality. View...