K-12 Greatest Hits: Your shortcut to what works in education
366 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★ - 73 ratingsK12 Greatest Hits compiles the most popular conversations on BRN based on listener statistics and editors’ picks. Explore these collection to quickly locate the most compelling and helpful episodes on the topics you care about most. With over 5,000 discussions on BRN, K12 Greatest Hits is your shortcut to some of the best teaching strategies, school leadership practices, and innovative thinking in education — find what works, find it faster.
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8 Things to Consider When Teaching Students Impacted by Poverty
January 25, 2016 15:53 - 9 minutes - 20 BytesTeaching students impacted by poverty requires heightened awareness and sensitivity in eight specific areas. In this segment our guest defines poverty and provides a simple framework for educators. Follow: @rubyKpayne @bradmcurrie @wkrakower @ScottRRocco @bamradionetwork Ruby Payne is an Educator, writer, speaker. She wrote the book, A Framework for Understanding Poverty that is used nationally and internationally as a cognitive approach to understanding under-resourced environments.Brad C...
The Purpose of School Versus the Purpose of Education: Is There a Conflict?
January 21, 2016 22:17 - 10 minutes - 20 BytesHighlights and commentary from the #weleadED chat drilling down on the purpose of education. Follow: @gustafsonbrad, @benjamingilpin @rosaisiah @bamradionetwork Rosa Isiah currently serves students as principal of Lucille Smith Elementary School Principal in California. Her experiences include 22 years in education as teacher, bilingual resource specialist, Language Arts Specialist, Teacher on Special Assignment, Assistant Principal, Coordinator of Federal and State Programs, and Principal....
The Purpose of School Versus the Purpose of Education: Is There a Conflict?
January 21, 2016 22:17 - 10 minutes - 20 BytesHighlights and commentary from the #weleadED chat drilling down on the purpose of education. Follow: @gustafsonbrad, @benjamingilpin @rosaisiah @bamradionetwork Rosa Isiah currently serves students as principal of Lucille Smith Elementary School Principal in California. Her experiences include 22 years in education as teacher, bilingual resource specialist, Language Arts Specialist, Teacher on Special Assignment, Assistant Principal, Coordinator of Federal and State Programs, and Principal....
Epic Classroom Management Mistakes and How to Avoid Them?
January 21, 2016 06:50 - 8 minutes - 20 BytesWhat is the best way to respond when a student or classroom begins to spin out of control. Three experienced educators share their worst mistakes and best advice @larryferlazzo @kbaptiste22 @Gianna_Cassetta @Bamradionetwork #edchat #teachers #edtech Gianna Cassetta is a former school leader and teacher who now works as a consultant specializing in literacy, social and emotional learning, and classroom management practices and co-author of Heinemann’s Classroom Management Matters: The Soci...
Why Is There a Gap Between the PD Teachers Get and the PD Teachers Want?
January 16, 2016 09:06 - 11 minutes - 20 BytesIn the episode, we look at the professional development gap and discuss what can be done to close it. Follow: @tomwhitby @blairteach @DennisDill @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com Dennis Dill is in his 14th year of teaching and currently teaching 6th grade Social Studies at Jewett School of the Arts, a STEAM school in Winter Haven Florida. Nancy Blair is a middle school principal in Georgia. She previously served as a school improvement consultant with the High...
How I'm Teaching Beyond the Textbook, Far Beyond...
January 13, 2016 12:44 - 10 minutes - 19 BytesIn this episode, we talk with a teacher on the leading edge of ditching traditional textbooks and teaching with primary sources. @coolcatteacher @fifer1863 @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Dr.James Beeghley is an educational technologist, a blogger, podcaster and expert in using technology to teach social studies with a particular interest in the American Civil War. He has spent 11 years as a technology coordinator, five years supporting educational technology for the C...
Flipping Your Class? Do This, Puh-Leeze Don't Do That - Part I
January 07, 2016 23:46 - 5 minutes - 24 BytesThis is the first in a series of episodes on the biggest mistakes teachers make when flipping their classrooms. Follow: @jonbergmann @bamradionetwork #edchat #flipclass #teachers Jon Bergmann is a teacher, educational coach, and writer who has had the privilege of helping educators “turn learning on its head.” Jon, along with Aaron Sams, is considered a pioneer in the Flipped Class Movement. He spent 24 years as a middle and high school science teacher before becoming the lead technolo...
3Classroom Myths and Misconceptions about the Growth Mindset
January 07, 2016 05:04 - 9 minutes - 19 BytesThere is much talk today about the growth mindset, but our guest says there is a lot of confusion about the concept. Learn what a growth mindset is, what it isn't and how to cultivate a growth mindset in your class. Follow: @larryferlazzo @eduardobricen0 @Bamradionetwork #edchat #teachers #edtech Eduardo Briceño is the Co-Founder & CEO of Mindset Works, which helps people develop as motivated and effective learners.
The One Thing Your Students Need from Teachers and Parents to Do Well in School
January 06, 2016 14:44 - 13 minutes - 19 BytesOur guest has conducted a meta-study on student achievement, aggregating the insights from 77 studies and 300,000 students. Though many factors shape student outcomes, one factor surfaced as particularly significant. Follow: @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Dr.William Jeynes is a Professor of Education at California State University, Long Beach and has graduate degrees from Harvard University and the University of Chicago. He graduated first in his class ...
Uncommon Makerspaces: Making It in the Hallway
January 05, 2016 14:26 - 11 minutes - 14 BytesYes, you heard it right. Our guest set up a makerspace in the school hallway. Tune in to find out what became of this unconventional makerspace. Follow: @Glennr1809 @travislape @nmhs_lms @bamradionetwork #makercamp, #makerspace #worldsofmaking Glenn Robbins is a Middle School Lead Learner/Designer @NCSNJ. Husband & Father. Ed.D Student. Organizer of Edcamps, @njpaecet2 & Ss led EdCamp period. 2015 MS Bammy EdVoice Award. Twitter ID https://twitter.com/ @Glennr1809.com
7 Apps Every Teacher Should Put on Her Christmas Wish List
December 17, 2015 03:57 - 12 minutes - 14 BytesOur guest is doing amazing work with apps and art, and brings us a list of great digital tools to engage your student's. Follow: @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Meri Walker is a photographer who uses cameras to create both fine art and stories. She taught photography as art and practiced photojournalism for over four decades. Three years ago, she put down all her traditional camera equipment and now uses an iPhone 4S. Blog: http://iphoneartgirl.com
Smart Talk: 3 Ways to Stimulate High-Quality Classroom Conversations
December 16, 2015 16:40 - 10 minutes - 14 BytesStudent interaction is good and desirable, but what should a teacher do when student chatter is off task or disruptive?High-quality conversations can drive learning on many levels, but stimulating great classroom discussion is a skill. Our guests share the ABCs of encouraging of smart talk with students. Follow: @bamradionetwork @raepica1 #edchat #edreform #ece #earlyed #AskingWhatIf Dr. Sonia Cabell is an education researcher at the University of Virginia. Her work focuses on ways to...
Overly Talkative Students: What Can a Teacher Do?
December 05, 2015 15:46 - 10 minutes - 14 BytesStudent interaction is good and desirable, but what should a teacher do when student chatter is off task or disruptive? Follow: @TeacherAdvice @vincent_kristen @bamradionetwork @raepica1 #edchat #edreform #ece #earlyed #AskingWhatIf
How the Fear of Being Wrong Limits Students and Teachers
November 21, 2015 15:37 - 11 minutes - 14 BytesOne of the factors that limits risk taking in learning and teaching is the fear of being wrong. In this segment we explore this fear and offer solutions. Follow: @suzieboss @ainissaramirez @PeterMDeWitt @Myers_Berkowicz @bodymindchild @bamradionetwork #edchat #teaching #edreform #AskingWhatIf Ainissa Ramirez is a scientist, speaker, and the author of two books (Newton's Football; Save Our Science). She co-hosts a science podcast called Science Underground. Peter DeWitt (Ed.D.) is a forme...
The Deceptively Chaotic Look of the High Achieving Classroom
November 19, 2015 06:13 - 12 minutes - 14 BytesThe regimented classrooms of the past are slowly giving way to an new classroom culture that can look pretty chaotic and unproductive to the untutored eye. Tune in and find out how classrooms that are appear chaotic are actually spaces where greater academic achievement is happening. Follow: @pammoran @irasocol @mthornton78 @bamradionetwork #edchat #satchat Michael Thornton has been an elementary school educator in the Charlottesville, VA area for the last 10 years. He is a student-cente...
Five Things You Should Know About Culturally Responsive Instruction
November 18, 2015 01:32 - 10 minutes - 14 BytesTeaching to and from different cultural perspectives is becoming increasingly important. Why does culturally responsive instruction matter? What is required to do it well? Follow: @annaebaldwin @intoy2014 @mr_abud @bamradionetwork Dr. Anna Baldwin teaches high school English at Arlee High School on the Flathead Indian Reservation in Western Montana. She has taught for 16 years and is the 2014 Montana Teacher of the Year.
If You Lose Control of Your Classroom, Try This...
November 05, 2015 06:14 - 11 minutes - 14 BytesLosing control of the classroom conjures up frightening images of students running amok. If classroom anarchy is one of your fears, you'll want to make sure you listen to this episode. Follow: @sugatam @travislape @nmhs_lms @bamradionetwork #makercamp, #makerspace #worldsofmaking Sugata Mitra is Professor of Educational Technology at Newcastle University in the UK. He is known for his work showing that children in groups, unsupervised and allowed to use the Internet can learn anythi...
The Four Qualities of Teachers Who Create World-Class Learners
October 27, 2015 20:52 - 11 minutes - 14 BytesOur guest offers a clear set of guidelines to help us create world-class learners. One principle is teaching the child versus teaching the subject. Tune in to hear more. Follow: @YongZhaoUO @bradmcurrie@bamradionetwork Yong Zhao currently serves as the Presidential Chair and Director of the Institute for Global and Online Education in the College of Education, University of Oregon, where he is also a Professor in the Department of Educational Measurement, Policy, and Leadership. He is als...
Creating Riveting Learning Experiences that Students Will Never Forget
October 23, 2015 12:28 - 7 minutes - 14 BytesIn this premier episode of the new HookED, we talk about how to move beyond boring lesson plans to create learning experiences that students will never forget. Follow: @burgessdave @jmattmiller @mrdearybury1 @bamradionetwork Dave Burgess is the New York Times best-selling author of Teach Like a PIRATE and co-author of P is for PIRATE: Inspirational ABC’s for Educators. He received national recognition as recipient of the 2014 BAMMY Award for Secondary School Teacher of the Year presented b...
I Flipped My English Class and the Process of Grading Papers
October 20, 2015 02:37 - 7 minutes - 14 BytesTeaching English typically involves grading mounds of papers. Our guest has flipped her English class and found a way around those long weekends with red markers. Follow: @jonbergmann @KtBkr4 @bamradionetwork #edchat #flipclass #teachers Teacher, Coach, and author Kate Baker is adept at integrating technology in her classes using flipped-blended learning strategies and has been recognized as a Jacobs Educator, PBS LearningMedia Digital Innovator, and an Edmodo Certified Trainer. Bloggin...
How I Changed My Teaching Once I Learned How Students' Brains Work
October 16, 2015 14:33 - 11 minutes - 14 BytesOur guest shares how learning neuroscience dramatically changed the way she teaches. Follow: @jmattmiller @mrdearybury1 @lavonnaroth @bamradionetwork LaVonna Roth is a high-energy and passionate professional development speaker and consultant with the privilege of working with teachers in four countries (soon to be five!) on understanding how the brain learns married with high-impact, engaging classroom strategies. Having taught elementary and secondary students, she used the knowledge an...
Nipping Negative Student Behavior in the Bud
October 15, 2015 14:23 - 11 minutes - 14 BytesThe first days of school are behind us. Students are settling in and getting comfortable. This is the time when negative student behaviors can begin to emerge. Our guests offer proven tips for keeping your students and classroom on track. Follow: @jessica_minahan @mzteachuh @vincent_kristen @bamradionetwork @bodymindchild #edchat #ece #earlyed #ELL #AskingWhatIf Jessica Minahan, MEd, BCBA, is a board certified behavior analyst and special educator and a consultant to school’s nationwid...
Dear, Parents: 5 Reasons to Thrilled That Your Kid Is in a Flipped Classroom
October 14, 2015 05:59 - 6 minutes - 14 BytesA flipped class is good for students, good for teachers and good for parents too. Here's why. Follow: @airserver @jonbergmann @bamradionetwork #edchat #flipclass #teachers Jon Bergmann is a teacher, educational coach, and writer who has had the privilege of helping educators “turn learning on its head.” Jon, along with Aaron Sams, is considered a pioneer in the Flipped Class Movement. He spent 24 years as a middle and high school science teacher before becoming the lead technology facili...
Fist Bumps Matter: Five Ways Touching Improves Teaching and Learning
October 13, 2015 15:23 - 10 minutes - 14 BytesOur guests are unequivocal: students need to touch and be touched to maximize teaching and learning. Discover why fist bumps, high fives and tactile experiences all matter. Follow: @sianbeilock @jesslahey @flourishingkids @bodymindchild @bamradionetwork #edchat #teaching #edreform #AskingWhatIf Sian Beilock, an associate professor of psychology at The University of Chicago, is one of the foremost experts on the brain science behind performance under stress. Jessica Lahey is an educator, ...
Developing the Growth Mindset in Students (and Yourself)
October 12, 2015 04:35 - 9 minutes - 14 BytesWhat is the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset? Our guest offers insights on how a growth mindset powerfully impacts academic outcomes. She includes tips on how to cultivate the growth mindset in students and yourself. Follow: @lavonnaroth @bradmcurrie@bamradionetwork LaVonna Roth is a professional development speaker and consultant working with teachers in five countries on understanding how the brain learns married with high-impact, engaging classroom strategies. Ha...
Are You Teaching Kids to Read or to Love Reading?
October 09, 2015 01:32 - 10 minutes - 14 BytesCurrent research indicates that kids love reading most when they are young, but by the teens years they read less than six minutes a day. Why does the love of reading too often diminish as kids grow? More importantly, how can we foster a love of reading in students? Follow: @DTWillingham @bamradionetwork @bodymindchild #edchat #AskingWhatIf Dan Willingham is professor of psychology at the University of Virginia, and author of several books, most recently Raising Kids Who Read. As P...
[HOT] How to Recover When Parent -Teacher Relationships Go Sour
October 07, 2015 05:22 - 10 minutes - 14 BytesOccasionally, parent-teacher relationships go off the rails. Few teachers are prepared to handle these difficult confrontations. In this episode, our guest offers practical guidance and support. Follow: Curriculum Mapping. She has worked with leaders in the industry to design workshops sharing the best free web-based education resources for K-12 educators. @teach2inspireu @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Alicia Roberts is currently the Educational Technolog...
[HOT] Tools You Can Use To Get Parents on Your Side
October 06, 2015 23:24 - 12 minutes - 14 BytesParents can be great co-educators and partners in teaching your students. In this segment we discuss tools and strategies you can use to reach parents where they are. Follow: @KleinErin @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Erin Klein has her Masters of Education in Curriculum and Instruction and is the technology co-chairperson for the Michigan Reading Association, a national A Plus Workshop Presenter, SMART Technologies Exemplary Educator, Edutopia guest blogg...
[HOT] A Plan for the First 20 Days of School
September 17, 2015 15:07 - 10 minutes - 14 BytesOur guest founded the Choose2Matter movement. This year the program has gained momentum and in this segment she shares a plan to bring out the best in students in the first twenty days. Follow: @AngelaMaiers @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Angela Maiers has been creating and leading change in education and enterprise for 25 years. Her powerful message and down-to-earth style have made her a highly sought-after keynote speaker for education conferences, cor...
[HOT] 7 Tips and Tools to Better Assess What Your Students Are Really Learning
August 09, 2015 17:06 - 10 minutes - 14 BytesHow effective is your teaching? How do you know how much your students are learning? What are the best practices and tools for doing effective formative and summative assessment? We discuss all of this and more in this episode. Follow: @garnet_hillman @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Garnet Hillman is an instructional coach at Caruso Middle School in Deerfield, IL. She is passionate about reforming assessment and grading practices to ensure the focus for all...
What is a Digital Portfolio? Why It Matters
July 30, 2015 23:10 - 8 minutes - 14 BytesMost teachers are familiar with the idea of students developing a portfolio of their work, but what is a a digital portfolio? Today we'll explore the benefits and challenges of this teaching tool. Rusul Alrubail is an educator in residence at Design Cofounders. She is a co-creator of The Writing Project, an essay writing app for students currently in Beta. She is also an Edutopia blogger and an editor at Medium's largest publication on Education: The Synapse. Michael Fisher is an author an...
20 Ways to Help Students Do Better This School Year
July 30, 2015 05:31 - 11 minutes - 14 BytesOur guest argues that our schools are too often not teaching the skills that will most ensure student success in school and in life. What are these skills? How can you make sure these skills are taught in your classroom? Follow: @DrBradJohnson @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Dr. Brad Johnson is an international speaker in the field of education. He is author of What Schools Don't Teach: 20 Ways to Help Students Excel in School and in Life (Routledge) and...
The Tools and Skills You Need to Connect Your Students to the World
July 17, 2015 23:51 - 10 minutes - 14 BytesOur special guest on this episode is our first international host of #edtechchat. He comes to us all the way from Singapore to talk about making global connections. Follow: @ajpodchaski @iplante @s_bearden @mrkempnz @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Craig Kemp is a New Zealand born educator with over 10 years experience both in the classroom and in leadership. Craig is now based in Singapore and is Head of ICT and Learning Innovation and Middle School Lead Teacher at Avondale...
3 Things Great Teachers, Principals, Educators Do Differently
July 08, 2015 23:06 - 12 minutes - 14 BytesThis week we talk with Todd Whitaker about what it takes to create a school culture of greatness. Follow: @bradmcurrie @wkrakower @ToddWhitaker @bamradionetwork Todd Whitaker is a professor of educational leadership at Indiana State University in Terre Haute, Indiana. He has written over 30 books including the national best seller, What Great Teachers Do Differently. Other titles include: Shifting The Monkey, Dealing With Difficult Teachers, What Great Principals Do Differently, Motivating...
50 Things You Can Do Easier In Google Classroom
June 30, 2015 00:00 - 10 minutes - 14 BytesOur guest is passionate about Google classroom and literally wrote the book on how educators can make the most of this teaching tool. Follow: @ajpodchaski @iplante @s_bearden @alicekeeler @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Alice Keeler lives in Fresno, California where she is a mother of 5 and teaches in the credential program at Fresno State University. She is a Google Certified Teacher and the author of the book "50 Things You Can Do With Google Classroom." Sharon Plante is D...
Why It's Important for Students to Create Content
June 28, 2015 21:53 - 11 minutes - 14 BytesIn this segment we talk about encouraging students to create content on the iPad. Though the iPad was central to the discussion, including pros and cons, the focus was promoting higher order thinking. Follow: @ajpodchaski @iplante @Katrinastevens1 @s_bearden @thomascmurray @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Ho...
10 Ways Your School Library is Changing Teaching and Learning
June 19, 2015 01:18 - 11 minutes - 14 BytesYour father's school library and school librarian are rapidly disappearing. In this segment we talk about the many ways that the school library is changing teaching and learning. Follow: @joycevalenza @shannonmmiller @elissamalespina @bamradionetwork Joyce is an Assistant Professor and Director of the MLIS Program at Rutgers University. She has been a school librarian for 25 years. Joyce was the techlife@school columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer and the author of Social Media Curatio...
The One Thing Parents Really Want From Teachers and School Leaders
June 02, 2015 19:28 - 11 minutes - 14 BytesThrough trial and error, our guests discovered that what parents want from teachers and school leaders may differ from what schools and PTO's believe. Tune in to learn what matters most to many parents and how to marry what parents want with what schools need. Lisa Davis is a Parent Leader in her community. She currently serves as Vice President of Jericho joint council of PTAs. She previously held the position of President, Vice President, and chair of numerous committees. She also serves...
What Every Teacher Can Learn from a Title I School
May 31, 2015 11:08 - 10 minutes - 14 BytesOur guest is a principal at a Title 1 school that is making exceptional progress with student achievement. In this segment he shares strategies that every teacher and school leader can use to produce better student outcomes. Follow: @jaysonsnyder13 @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Jayson Snyder is principal and lead-learner at Meadow's Edge Elementary in the PHM school district. Their dedicated staff, hard working students, and supportive parents are all ins...
5 Digital Note Taking Methods That Are Transforming Teaching and Learning
May 27, 2015 05:43 - 10 minutes - 14 BytesNew digital note taking methods are transforming teaching and learning. Our guest opens our eyes to the new possibilities with digital inking, collaborative note taking and enhanced note taking. Learn more... Follow: @tomgrissom @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork Dr. Tom Grissom specializes in the practical applications of technology, instructional design, and new media for the improvement of teaching and learning. He is a recognized leader in the area of educational technologies and tec...
[Premier Episode] Interview with Timothy Shriver, Special Olympics Chairman
January 22, 2015 20:56 - 11 minutes - 14 BytesIn this inaugural episode of Learning Differently, the chairman of the Special Olympics talks with us about pivotal themes involved in teaching students with learning disabilities and bring out the best in all children. Follow on Twitter: @SpecialOlympics @TimShriver, @ShaaonPlante. @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #spedchat #specialed Timothy Shriver is an educator, a social activist, a film producer, and Chairman of the Special Olympics. He has led Special Olympics to serving upward ...
A Crash Course In Teaching With Apps That Align to Bloom's Taxonomy
January 22, 2015 20:52 - 11 minutes - 14 BytesOur guest today shares a mind-blowing array of apps that she has aligned to Bloom's Taxonomy and the Common Core. Follow:@mrsevon1 @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Monica Evon is a third grade teacher and will be teaching fourth grade in the fall. This will her 29th year in the education profession. She is a team leader, literacy facilitator, a K-Kid's advisor, and 1:1 iPad Classroom. She also has a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Ed. and Special Education K-12 ...
Four Must-Know Tips for Giving Effective Feedback to Students
November 12, 2014 16:31 - 10 minutes - 14 BytesStudent feedback can be productive, counterproductive or just plain useless. Our guest offer vital tips for giving feedback that advances student learning. Follow: @susanbrookhart @blairteach @bodymindchild @bamradionetwork Edward "Ed" L. Deci is Helen F. & Fred H. Gowen Professor of Psychology at the University of Rochester. A specialist in human motivation, he has published 10 books on the topic. Susan "Sue" M. Brookhart, Ph.D. ia a Senior Research Associate, at the Center for Advancin...
Too Much, Too Fast: Coping with the New Speed of Change in Education
October 24, 2014 16:25 - 11 minutes - 14 BytesNew programs are being introduced into education at an accelerated rate. This is leading to something called initiative fatigue. In this segment our guests offer practical tips for coping with the new speed of change in education. Follow: @NancyFlanagan @mrkevinparr @bodymindchild @bamradionetwork Dr. Vicki Caruana is a professor of education currently at Regis University in Colorado who has written a variety of books to educate and encourage educators to strive for excellence. Her book,...
Five Counterintuitive Ways to Be a Better Teacher This School Year
September 03, 2014 11:58 - 12 minutes - 14 BytesThe resounding message of this interview is that great teachers are not born and that the keys to great teaching are beyond what most of us assume. Learn more... Follow: @deborah_ball @DanBrownTeacher @bodymindchild @bamradionetwor Elizabeth Green has written for the New York Times Magazine and many other publications. The cofounder of Chalkbeat and former Spencer Fellow at the Columbia School of Journalism. Deborah Loewenberg Ball is dean of the University of Michigan School of Education...
Flipping Your Classroom With Limited Technology and Resources
August 22, 2014 12:02 - 9 minutes - 14 BytesOur guest has mastered the art of doing much with little. He has flipped his classroom in a school with limited technology and resources. Follow @jonbergmann @TechNinjaTodd #edtechchat #edchat #edtech #flipclass Todd Nesloney, @TechNinjaTodd, Educator, Author, Speaker and White House Champion of Change, NSBA "20 to Watch", Classroom Champions Teacher, CDE "Top 40 Innovators in Education", Remind101 Teacher Advisory Board Member, Flip Class Certification Instructor for Sophia.org.
Why Playful Learning is Vital to Developing 21st Century Skills
August 08, 2014 12:00 - 12 minutes - 14 BytesOur guest believes that learning is supposed to be fun. The more playfully and joyfully we approach learning the more engaged and successful we are at acquiring knowledge and skills. Learn more... Follow: @LEGO_Education @coolcatteacher #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Stephan Turnipseed is the President Emeritus of LEGO Education, North America and Executive Director of Strategic Partnerships for LEGO Education. He also serves as the Chairman for The Partnership for 21st Century Skills (P21),...
What is the Proper Role of Testing in Schools, How Can We Keep Testing in Perspective?
May 27, 2014 04:22 - 12 minutes - 14 BytesOur guest believes that testing mandates are sucking the life of schools and creating what one educator calls the testing sweat shop mentality. What is the right role of testing in education and how can we restore balance? Follow:@pammoran @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Pamela Moran has served as the Superintendent of Albemarle County Public Schools since January 2006. She oversees a division with an annual operating budget of $151 million, with more than 1,1...
Why Principals Should Be the School's Chief Story Teller
February 11, 2014 07:45 - 12 minutes - 14 BytesHow to take control of your school's public relations and get the media clamoring to tell your story. Follow: @NMHS_Principal @Joesanfelippofc @TonySinanis @bamradionetwork Eric Sheninger is an award-winning Principal at New Milford High School located in Bergen County, NJ, speaker and author of Leadership for Principals Digital Leadership: Changing Paradigms for Changing Times. (www.ericsheninger.com...Twitter handle-@NMHS_Principal and blog, A Principal's Reflections.
Classroom Champions: How Students Are Learning Critical Skills from the Best in the World
February 11, 2014 07:43 - 11 minutes - 14 BytesCatholic, religious and private schools have unique issues with Common Core State Standards. In this segment we explore the perspectives that many parochial and private schools hold regarding Common Core implementation. Discuss it at #commoncore and #CCSS Follow: @Eduflack @dgburris @rpondiscio @bamradionetwork Father Jose Medina is the former principal of Cristo Rey Boston and now at Human Adventure Corporation (Catholic nonprofit). Robert Pondiscio is the executive director of Citize...